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Posted on: September 4, 2012

[ARCHIVED] Buck A Bag

Book sale lovers, rejoice! The Friends of the Columbus Public Library have decided to try something new. They will be holding an extended "Buck a Bag" sale from Tuesday, September 4th through Sunday, September 9th.

The sale will be open during regular library hours; Tuesday through Thursday, 9:30 a.m. until 9:00 p.m., Friday 9:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. All remaining items will be sold for $1 per bag.

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