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Books, CDs and More as Low as 50 Cents — Friends Of The Fort Worth Library Sale

Posted on April 21, 2016 | Leave a comment

Book lovers — be sure and make time for the Friends of the Fort Worth Public Library twice a year sale — April 22-24 & May 7. During this bargain basement public sale, you’ll be able to choose from thousands of preloved fiction and non-fiction books, audio books, children’s books, music CDs, and more. There are always GREAT deals to be found at this sale (most items are priced between $0.50 and $1.50), and because all proceeds benefit the Fort Worth library system, all purchases will be tax-free as well!

Here’s the scoop…

Public Sale ($1 admission; children and members free)
Friday, April 22,  9 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 23,  9 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

$15 “All You Can Fit in a Box” Sale (boxes provided)
Sunday, April 24,  9 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Garage Sale, Plus $15 All You Can Fit in a Box Sale (boxes provided)
Fixtures and gift items from the warehouse will be sold and there will be another $15 a box day on remaining books.
Saturday, May 7,  9 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Where:  The Friends of the Fort Worth Public Library sale is located at 5314 and 5318 Trail Lake Drive ~ three doors north of the Friends Book Store in the Wedgwood Village Shopping Center (South on Trail Lake Drive, off Loop 820).

Other helpful tidbits: Along with cash, MasterCard, Visa and Discover cards are accepted. All proceeds benefit the Fort Worth Library. To learn more, call the Friends Book Store, 817-346-2255.

::  Go here to learn more about the Friends of the Fort Worth Library Biannual Book Sale.

 

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Starts Today — 40-50% OFF Half Price Bookstore Printable Coupons

Posted on November 6, 2015 | Leave a comment

Half Price Books Coupons 2015

Half Price Books is getting a head start on “Black Friday” savings with a nice set of printable coupons that offer up to 50% OFF extra savings this weekend. The coupons include:

  • 40% OFF one single item – November 6-7
  • 50% OFF one single item –  November 8

:: Find a Half Price Books Store near you, here. 

 

                                                   

Special Savings Tip For Teachers, Educators, and Librarians:
Did you know that teachers, librarians, and other educators can get a year-round 10% discount on everything at Half Price Books? Just fill out an Educator Discount application form at any Half Price Books store or apply online. Click here for more info (found under the Educators Discount link).

Please be sure to pass this along to any teachers you know who might benefit from the extra savings.

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Big Discounts On Books, CDs and More At Friends Of The Fort Worth Library Biannual Sale — Most Items .50 to $1.50

Posted on October 22, 2015 | Leave a comment

Booklovers — be sure and make time for the Friends of the Fort Worth Public Library Biannual Book Sale this weekend — October 23 to 25. During this bargain basement public sale, you’ll be able to choose from thousands of fiction and non-fiction books, audio books, children’s books, music CDs, and more.  Books are always a GREAT deal at this sale (most items are priced between $0.50 and $1.50), and because all proceeds benefit the Fort Worth library system, all purchases will be tax-free as well!

Here’s the scoop…

Public Sale ($1 admission; children and members free).
Friday, October 23,  9 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 24,  9 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

$15 All You Can Fit in a Box Sale (boxes provided).
Sunday, October 25,  9 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Where:  The Friends of the Fort Worth Public Library sale is located at 5318 Trail Lake Drive (three doors north of the Friends Book Store) in the Wedgwood Village Shopping Center (South on Trail Lake Drive, off Loop 820).

Other helpful tidbits: Along with cash, MasterCard, Visa and Discover cards are accepted. All proceeds benefit the Fort Worth Library. To learn more, call the Friends Book Store, 817-346-2255.

::  Go here to learn more about the Friends of the Fort Worth Public Library Biannual Book Sale

 

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Big Discounts On Books, CDs and More At The Friends Of The Fort Worth Library Big Book Biannual Sale

Posted on October 16, 2014 | Leave a comment

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Be sure and put the Friends of the Fort Worth Public Library Biannual Book Sale on your calendar — October 18 (members only) and October 24 to 26. During this bargain basement public sale, you’ll be able to choose from thousands of fiction and non-fiction books, audio books, children’s books, music CDs, and more.  Books are always a GREAT deal at this sale, and because all proceeds benefit the Fort Worth library system, all purchases will be tax-free as well!  Here’s the scoop:

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Members Only Sale (Held in the Bookstore)
50% OFF and tax-free sale at the bookstore.
Saturday, October 18, 9 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Public Sale (Held in the Chapter 2 Annexes)
$1 admission; children and members free.
Friday, October 24,  9 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 25,  9 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

$15 All you can fit in a box (they will provide the boxes).
Sunday, October 26,  Noon – 4:00 p.m.

Where:  The Friends of the Fort Worth Public Library Book Store is
located at 5332 Trail Lake Drive, in the Wedgwood Village
Shopping Center (South on Trail Lake Drive, off Loop 820).  The Chapter 2 Annexes are located in the same shopping center as the bookstore in suite numbers 5318 and 5334.

Other helpful tidbits: MasterCard, Visa and Discover cards are accepted. All proceeds benefit the Fort Worth Library. To learn more, call the Friends Book Store, 817-346-2255.

::  Go here to learn more about the Friends of the Fort Worth Public Library Biannual Book Sale

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$15 OFF Sherwin Williams and Pottery Barn Paint

Posted on May 15, 2014 | Leave a comment

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If you have a paint project on your radar, be sure and check out this nifty $15 OFF coupon from Pottery Barn & Sherwin Williams.  The Coupon is valid through July 15, 2014 and is usable on any paint or supply purchase of $75 or more from Sherwin-Williams.

::  Go here to get the coupon and learn more about this offer.

 

 

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FREE! An Evening With Award‐winning Illustrator Jerry Pinkney — Reception and Book Signing

Posted on April 16, 2014 | Leave a comment

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Fort Worth Library Jerry Pinkney Signing

The Fort Worth Library and the African American Museum of Dallas will present an evening with award‐winning illustrator Jerry Pinkney — Thursday, April 24 at 6 p.m. at the Ella Mae Shamblee Branch Library.  A free reception and book signing will follow a discussion with Pinkney about his career, books, and approach to illustration. Books will be available for purchase at the event.

Books By Illustrator Jerry Pinkney   Books By Illustrator Jerry Pinkney

Among the many honors received by Pinkney are the Caldecott Medal, Coretta Scott King Award and the New York Times Best Illustrated Award. “My intent is to lead the viewer into a world that exists only because of that picture,” said Pinkney.

Books By Illustrator Jerry Pinkney

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What: More information, visit fortworthlibrary.org
When: Thursday, April 24, 2014 ~ 6:00PM
Where: Ella Mae Shamble Branch Library
1062 Evans Avenue,  Fort Worth, TX 76104
Cost: FREE, no ticket required.

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$1 Books At The Friends Of The Fort Worth Library Big Book Sale – Save The Date

Posted on April 3, 2014 | Leave a comment

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Be sure and put the Friends of the Fort Worth Public Library Biannual Book Sale on your calendar — April 25 to 27. During this bargain basement public sale, you’ll be able to choose from thousands of fiction and non-fiction books, audio books, children’s books, music CDs, and more.  All hardbacks will be $1.50 and all other books and items will be $1 or less!  Because all proceeds benefit the Fort Worth library system, all purchases will be tax-free as well!

Additionally, there will be a members only sale on April 12th that provides 50% OFF and tax-free discounts at the bookstore.

Details, Details

Members Only Sale (Held in the Bookstore)
50% OFF and tax-free sale at the bookstore.
Saturday, April 12, 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Public Sale (Held in the Chapter 2 Annexes)
Hardbacks $1.50, paperbacks and other items $1 or less!
$1 admission; children and members free.
Friday, April 25,  9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 26,  9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

$15 All you can fit in a box (they will provide the boxes).
Sunday, April 27,  Noon – 4:30 p.m.

Where:  The Friends of the Fort Worth Public Library Book Store is
located at 5332 Trail Lake Drive, in the Wedgwood Village
Shopping Center (South on Trail Lake Drive, off Loop 820).  The Chapter 2 Annexes are located in the same shopping center as the bookstore in suite numbers 5318 and 5334.

Other helpful tidbits: MasterCard, Visa and Discover cards are accepted. All proceeds benefit the Fort Worth Library. To learn more, call the Friends Book Store, 817-346-2255.

::  Go here to learn more about the Friends of the Fort Worth Public Library Biannual Book Sale

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Free 3rd Thursday Jazz Concert Featuring Paul Unger Septet ~ Thursday, September 19

Posted on September 16, 2013 | Leave a comment

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Take a musical journey from the 20th century roots of Jazz to the diverse sounds of the present with Fort Worth Library’s annual Third Thursday Jazz Series. Featuring an outstanding list of nationally and locally known talent, all concerts are FREE and open to the public.

Fort Worth Jazz Series Paul Unger Mingus Ah um

September’s Third Thursday Jazz Series Features the Paul Unger Septet ~ Thursday, September 19, 6:30PM
The 2013 Thursday Jazz series winds up with local favorite, the Paul Unger Septet.  The group will perform music selections from Charles Mingus’ groundbreaking 1959 recording Ah Um.  The septet is led by bassist Paul Unger who has performed with such artists as Kevin Eubanks, Bobby Shew, Bob Newhart, Bernadette Peters, Jay Clayton and Andrea Bocelli.

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What: For more information, visit the Third Thursday Jazz Series website.
When: Thursday, September 19 ~ 6:30pm.
Where: In the Gallery of the Fort Worth Central Library. You can park on the street or in the 3rd St. & Taylor Parking Garage. The parking garage and streets are FREE after 6:00pm or if you go earlier, have your parking ticket validated at the Central Library for up to 2.5 hours free on weekdays.
Cost: FREE, no ticket required.

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FREE! Fort Worth Jazz Series Featuring The Texas Gypsies ~ Thursday, July 18

Posted on July 11, 2013 | Leave a comment

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Take a musical journey from the 20th century roots of Jazz to the diverse sounds of the present with Fort Worth Library’s annual Third Thursday Jazz Series. Featuring an outstanding list of nationally and locally known talent, the monthly lineup offers everything from swing jazz to the blues.  All concerts are FREE and open to the public.

July’s Third Thursday Jazz Series Features the Texas Gypsies ~ Thursday, July 18, 6:30PM
Gypsy jazz meets Texas swing for an energetic, fun-filled romp down the streets of a bygone era. The Texas Gypsies are a collection of well seasoned players comprised of Grammy winners and musicians who have backed many of today’s top performers including The Jacksons, Paul McCartney, Ray Charles, Ella Fitzgerald, Wynton Marsalis, Tony Bennett, Barbara Mandrell, Blues Brothers and more!

Swingmusic.net says “The group blends elements of traditional small group Swing, Gypsy Jazz and Western Swing into a tightly woven fabric of 21st Century sophistication and jumpin, thumpin entertainment.”

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What: For more information, visit the Third Thursday Jazz Series website.
When: Thursday, July 18 ~ 6:30pm. See the monthly lineup below for additional concert dates.
Where: In the Gallery of the Fort Worth Central Library. You can park on the street or in the 3rd St. & Taylor Parking Garage. The parking garage and streets are FREE after 6:00pm or if you go earlier, have your parking ticket validated at the Central Library for up to 2.5 hours free on weekdays.
Cost: FREE, no ticket required.

Third Thursday Jazz Series Monthly Lineup

  • July 25: Metro Praise Youth Orchestra. Texas all-state alumni perform big band classics from the likes of Stan Kenton, Maynard Ferguson and Count Basie.
  • August 15: Duane Durrett Quartet.  Performing the music of pianists and composers Dave Brubeck and Bill Evans and featuring Johnny Case, Brad Leali and Lou Harlas.
  • September 19: Paul Unger Septet. Performing the music of Charles Mingus, featuring selections from the groundbreaking 1959 recording “Ah Um.”

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Books & CDs Less Than $1 at Fort Worth Library’s Friends Big Book Sale

Posted on October 23, 2012 | Leave a comment

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Book bargain lovers: hurry over to the Friends of the Fort Worth Public Library Biannual Book Sale this weekend and you’ll be able to choose from thousands of books, CDs, audio books, and children’s books with most items priced under $1 (Friday & Saturday).  Sunday will feature “$10 a Box Day” when you can fill a box provided by the store with as many items as you like and pay $10 for everything. Admission to the sale is $1 (there is no charge for members or children).

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What:  Go here to learn more about the Friends of the Fort Worth Public Library Book Sale
When:  Friday, October 26 and Saturday, October 27 ~ 9:00am – 4:30pm.  Sunday, October 28 ~ Noon – 4:30pm
Where: 5332 Trail Lake Drive  ~ 3 doors North of the Friends of the Fort Worth Public Library Book store, In the Wedgwood Village Shopping Center (South on Trail Lake Drive, off Loop 820)

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FREE! Fort Worth Third Thursday Jazz Series ~ The Incredible Guitar Style of Wes Montgomery by the James Shannon Quintet

Posted on July 18, 2012 | Leave a comment

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All Jazzed Up and Someplace to Go
Take a musical journey from the 20th century roots of Jazz to the diverse sounds of the present with the Fort Worth Library’s annual Third Thursday Jazz Series. Featuring an outstanding list of nationally and locally known talent, the monthly lineup offers everything from swing jazz to the blues.  All concerts are FREE and open to the public.

The Incredible Guitar Style of Wes Montgomery by the James Shannon Quintet ~ Thursday, July 19, 6:30PM
The Thursday jazz series continues with The Incredible Guitar Style of Wes Montgomery. During his brief life, Wes Montgomery left a recording legacy that has inspired and guided the likes of such diverse players as Pat Martino, Stevie Ray Vaughn and Jimi Hendrix. Thursday’s evening of jazz will featuring the incomparable guitarist James Shannon, backed by legendary Fort Worth jazz pianist Johnny Case, bassist James Gilyard and drummer Duane Durrett. Saxophonist Karl Lampman will complete the quintet.

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What: For more information, visit the Third Thursday Jazz Series website.
When: Thursday, July 19 ~ 6:30pm. See the monthly lineup below for additional concert dates.
Where: In the Gallery of the Fort Worth Central Library. You can park on the street or in the 3rd St. & Taylor Parking Garage. The parking garage is FREE after 6:00pm or if you go earlier, have your parking ticket validated at the Central Library for up to 2.5 hours free on weekdays.
Cost: FREE, no ticket required.

Third Thursday Jazz Series Monthly Lineup

  • July 19: James Shannon Quartet. “Smoking at the Library” will showcase the incredible guitar style of Wes Montgomery.
  • August 16: Adonis Rose Quintet. This Grammy Award winning drummer brings his New Orleans sound to the series.
  • September 20: Robin Eubanks Quintet.  Eubanks has been voted best trombonist in DownBeat magazine’s international critics poll five times.

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Community Spotlight: FREE Story Time With Mayor Betsy Price at The Fort Worth Library

Posted on July 10, 2012 | Leave a comment

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This week, Mayor Betsy Price will present two FREE story times for kids as part of Fort Worth Library’s summer programs and The Mayor’s Summer Reading Challenge.

Story time with Mayor Price locations and dates include:

  • July 11, 10:30am ~ Riverside Branch Library, 2913 Yucca Ave.
  • July 14, 1:00pm ~ Cavile Community Library,  5060 Ave. G.

:: Go here to learn more about story time with Mayor Price.

:: Go here to learn how your kids can get FREE books & other great rewards for reading this summer. 


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FREE Fort Worth 3rd Thursday Jazz Series With Victor Cager, Tatiana Mayfield, and the Duane Durrett Trio

Posted on June 19, 2012 | 1 comment

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All Jazzed Up and Someplace to Go
Take a musical journey from the 20th century roots of Jazz to the diverse sounds of the present with the Fort Worth Library’s annual Third Thursday Jazz Series. Featuring an outstanding list of nationally and locally known talent, the monthly lineup offers everything from swing jazz to the blues.  All concerts are FREE and open to the public.

 

Singing and Swinging ~ The Art of the Jazz Vocalist by Victor Cager, Tatiana Mayfield and the Duane Durrett Trio ~ Thursday June 21
The Thursday jazz series continues with Singing and Swinging: Art of the Jazz Vocalist, featuring singers Tatiana Mayfield and Victor Cager. The stellar rhythm section will consist of bandleader and drummer Duane Durrett, pianist Kelly Durbin and bassist Lou Harlas.

Details, details
What: For more information, visit the Third Thursday Jazz Series website.
When: Thursday, June 21 ~ 6:30pm. See the monthly lineup below for additional concert dates.
Where: In the Gallery of the Fort Worth Central Library. You can park on the street or in the 3rd St. & Taylor Parking Garage. The parking garage is FREE after 6:00pm or if you go earlier, have your parking ticket validated at the Central Library for up to 2.5 hours free on weekdays.
Cost: FREE, no ticket required.

Third Thursday Jazz Series Monthly Lineup

  • June 21: Victor Cager, Tatiana Mayfield, and the Duane Durrett Trio. Featuring vocalist Tatiana Mayfield, this band will perform “Singing and Swinging: Art of the Jazz Vocalist.”
  • July 19: James Shannon Quartet. “Smoking at the Library” will showcase the incredible guitar style of Wes Montgomery.
  • August 16: Adonis Rose Quintet. This Grammy Award winning drummer brings his New Orleans sound to the series.
  • September 20: Robin Eubanks Quintet.  Eubanks has been voted best trombonist in DownBeat magazine’s international critics poll five times.

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$10 for a Box of Books, CDs, and More ~ Last Chance Sale for the Friends of the Fort Worth Library

Posted on May 17, 2012 | Leave a comment

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Hurry over to the Friends of the Fort Worth Public Library Last Chance Book Sale tomorrow and for $10, you’ll be able to walk away with a box of books, CDs, audio books, and more.  There are books from just about every genre including a large selection of children’s books. The store will provide the box and you can fill it with as many items as you like and pay $10 for the whole box of goodies!

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What:  Go here to learn more about the Friends of the Fort Worth Public Library Last Chance Book Sale
When:  Saturday, May 19  ~ 9:00am – 4:30pm
Where: 5332 Trail Lake Drive  ~ 3 doors North of the Friends of the Fort Worth Public Library Book store ~ In the Wedgwood Village Shopping Center (South on Trail Lake Drive, off Loop 820)

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FREE Fort Worth Third Thursday Jazz Series ~ Starts This Thursday, May 17

Posted on May 15, 2012 | Leave a comment

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Take a musical journey from the 20th century roots of Jazz to the diverse sounds of the present with the Fort Worth Library’s Third Thursday Jazz Series. This five-concert series features an outstanding list of nationally and locally known talent and is FREE and open to the public. The monthly lineup offers everything from swing jazz to the blues and will include some amazing artists ~ like jazz saxophonist Brad Leali (former lead for the Harry Connick, Jr Orchestra) and grammy-award winning trombonist Robin Eubanks (collaborated with a variety of notable musicians such as Art Blakey, Barbra Streisand, The Rolling Stones and Talking Heads).

Brad Leali, Alto Saxophonist, Kicks Off The Series ~ May 17
The inauguration of the 2012 series (Thursday, May 17, 6:30PM)  showcases Grammy nominated Brad Leali, former lead alto saxophonist for the Harry Connick, Jr Orchestra and director of the Count Basie orchestra. Leali’s quintet will feature the music of “The Bebop Revolution,” including toe-tapping tunes from Charlie Parker and Dizzie Gillespie.  Leali has backed up a lengthy list of artists including Stevie Wonder, Bruce Springsteen, John Legend, Mary J. Blige, Herbie Hancock, Fantasia, Billy Joel, Kid Rock, Yolanda Adams, and Brian McKnight.  He has been one of the top jazz musicians in New York City and has made numerous television appearances including The Today Show, Jay Leno Tonight Show, and Arsenio Hall.

The Brad Leali quintet performance will also feature trumpeter Ephraim Owens, Paul Unger on bass, pianist Michael Palma, and Andrew Griffith on drums.

Details, details
What: For more information, visit the Third Thursday Jazz Series website.
When: Thursday, May 17 ~ 6:30pm. See the monthly lineup below for additional concert dates.
Where: In the Gallery of the Fort Worth Central Library. You can park on the street or in the 3rd St. & Taylor Parking Garage. The parking garage is FREE after 6:00pm or if you go earlier, have your parking ticket validated at the Central Library for up to 2.5 hours free on weekdays.
Cost: FREE, no ticket required.

Third Thursday Jazz Series Monthly Lineup

  • May 17: Brad Leali Quintet. “The Bebop Revolution”  features the music of Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie.
  • June 21: Victor Cager, Tatiana Mayfield, and the Duane Durrett Trio. Featuring vocalist Tatiana Mayfield, this band will perform “Singing and Swinging: Art of the Jazz Vocalist.”
  • July 19: James Shannon Quartet. “Smoking at the Library” will showcase the incredible guitar style of Wes Montgomery.
  • August 16: Adonis Rose Quintet. This Grammy Award winning drummer brings his New Orleans sound to the series.
  • September 20: Robin Eubanks Quintet.  Eubanks has been voted best trombonist in DownBeat magazine’s international critics poll five times.

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