Bookstock: Ultimate Book Sale Happening in Michigan April 27-May 4, 2014

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It is no secret that I have an immense passion for literacy, which is why when I learned about Bookstock, a GIANT book sale that benefits non-profits in Michigan, my heart starting racing with excitement.

I am a huge library advocate. I believe in the importance of going weekly with my kids — not just for the social aspect, but so they can experience the simple joy it is to pick out books all by themselves.

But having books in the home at ALL times is equally important to me. You know why? Because of this study:

Whether rich or poor, residents of the United States or China, illiterate or college graduates, parents who have books in the home increase the level of education their children will attain, according to a 20-year study led by Mariah Evans, University of Nevada, Reno associate professor of sociology and resource economics.

~ Science Daily

Read the study here. Awesome stuff. And sorry kids — you are GOING to college 😉

Thing is, books can be pricey. For that, I have two solutions for you: Michigan Friends of Education offers FREE books for students {seriously, just pay S&H} or, shop used book sales! Not only are they a ton of fun, but many help great causes.  I have bought things like Atlases and kid encyclopedias at used book sales for just pennies just to have them around. And guess what? My kids love flipping through them and asking questions.

Today I am sharing about Bookstock, which is coming to Livonia April 27-May 4, 2014. Mark your calendar because you do not want to miss out!

WHAT IS BOOKSTOCK?
Bookstock is an annual, non-profit used book and media sale. All merchandise sold comes from donations and all workers and organizers are volunteers. Proceeds are donated to non-profit organizations and merchandise remaining after the sale is donated to area non-profit organizations and schools.

100,000 ITEMS! Pre-sorted books and merchandise

• Current fiction, children’s books, biographies, cookbooks
• Records and CD’s
• DVD’s and Videos
• Books on tape
• Dozens of Categories

WHEN IS THE SALE?

April 27 to May 4, 2014

• Pre-sale: Sunday, 8:15 a.m. – 11 a.m. | $20 entry fee for first shot at the books {Buy presale tickets here}
• Otherwise, during regular sale hours, admission is FREE!
• Sale Hours:
  • Sunday: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
  • Monday-Saturday: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
  • Sunday: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Most books cost between $1 – $4.

LOCATION:

Laurel Park Place
37700 W. 6 Mile Road
(1/4 mile east of I-275)

SPECIAL PRICING DAYS:

This year, Bookstock will feature five days of special sales:

• Monday Madness – Monday, April 28: One lucky buyer will receive a $500 gift card and 750 shoppers will receive spectacular giveaways.
• Teacher Appreciation Day – Tuesday, April 29: Bookstock is celebrating teachers by giving 50 percent off to all teachers with a valid ID, from 3 – 9 p.m. At 5 p.m. Bookstock B.E.S.T.* Awards, (Bookstock Extraordinary Student/School/Teacher) will be presented to fourth grade students from Detroit Public Schools who best describe how “My Favorite Book…and Why.” Awards will be presented by a Local 4 News personality and cash prizes will be given to five students, their teachers and their schools.
• Bookbuster Special Days – Wednesday, April 30 and Thursday, May 1: Buy 3 books and get the 4th book *free (*least expensive item), from 3 – 9 p.m. Spend $25 or more and be entered in a special drawing for a football signed by Detroit Lions Quarterback Matthew Staffrord or an exciting sports collectible.
• Half Price Finale – Sunday, May 4: All remaining books and media will be sold for half price!

Bookstock is brought to the community by the Jewish Community Relations Council, and a consortium of communal non-profit organizations that support education and literacy projects throughout metro Detroit.

In just 12 years, Bookstock has donated almost $1 million to local non-profits 😀

For more information about Bookstock, call (248) 645-7840, ext. 365 or visit bookstock.info, or follow on Facebook | Twitter.

What are your favorite frugal ways to get books  into the hands of your children?