Holiday gifts are available at Friends of the Library boutique

The Friends of the Library Bookstore and Boutique is open to help residents decorate their homes for the holidays. The bookstore and boutique are seeking donations of books (both hardcover and paperbacks), puzzles and boutique items.

As people unpack their holiday decorations from storage, the library and bookstore encourages residents to think about whether their surplus holiday items could enrich another’s home.

Those uncertain about the size or suitability of their items can call the bookstore at 562-596-7735 for more information. Large trees and furniture are not accepted, though small cabinets and jewelry cases are welcome.

The bookstore cotinues to offer bargain prices: holiday cards for 10 cents each, 2023 calendars for 25 cents each, DVDs for $1 per disc, CDs at three for $1 and coffee table books for 50 cents.