East Falls
Get the latest in books, DVDs and CDs at the Fall Book Sale, hosted by the Friends of the Falls of Schuylkill Library.
The book sale begins at 9 a.m. and ends at 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 19 at the library branch.
Proceeds will benefit the Falls of the Schuylkill Library.
For more information, call 215-685-2093.
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