Second-Hand Prose

In For a Quarter...
If you fancy an inexpensive read -- more expensive than borrowing a library book for free but still absolutely, certainly inexpensive -- do check out the Second Hand Prose book shelves located in the library's lobby.  Paperback books sell for a quarter; hardcovers for a dollar. 'Special' books are often featured and are priced separately, as are occasionally donated DVDs.

Books for Kids
Children's books fans may also find inexpensive reads in the Children's Services area's book sale bins.  Most books sell for a quarter; some for a dime.

Friends of the Library
Proceeds from used book sales help our Friends of the Library group. The Friends annually fund the library's Museum Pass Program, summer reading activities and prizes, plus other special programs and projects.

If you have ever benefited from the museum pass program, please do consider volunteering your time to staff the Friend's Book Store on a Saturday morning from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sign up at the library or contact us at (860) 267-6621 for more information. It takes many dimes, quarters, and dollars to get you to a museum at discount or for free...

What a Bargain!

Pinch That Penny
Cost conscious patrons might enjoy radio/web bargain guru Clark Howard's latest : Living Large in Lean Times.  Follow up with Suze Orman's The Money Class : Learn to Create Your New American Dream, a book about employing new financial strategies during difficult days.  Orman's tome pairs up nicely with The New Frugality : How to Consume Less, Save More, and Live Better by Chris Farrell.

Couponing
Try the Coupon Moms' book and website.  Connecticut resident Gina Juliano can also help you get very serious about couponing, discount deals, and sales you won't want to miss.

For Seniors
Four local supermarkets offer discount shopping days to seniors... ahem, older adults.
Noel's Supermarket : 5% discount offered only on Monday and Wednesday for age 62 and up.
Ted's IGA : 5% discount offered everyday for age 62 and up.  First apply for a Ted's card; then apply for senior discount.
Tri-Town Foods : 5% discount offered only on Wednesday and Thursday, for age 65 and up. First apply for Tri-Town card to get senior discount.
Westchester Marketplace : 5% discount offered Tuesday through Thursday for seniors.  For discount, just tell the cashier when checking out.  Also on site is a full service post office; very convenient.