The Friends of the Great Falls Library is accepting books in good condition for the book sale, being held Friday and Saturday, Nov. 20 and 21 beginning at 10 a.m. Books of all types, excepting textbooks, are sold to help raise funds for library programs. Especially needed are gently used children's' books.

Books should be dropped off at the library before Nov. 19, when the sale will be set up. Tax deductible receipts will be provided at the desk.

For those wanting first crack at the book sale, a Pre-sale and Reception with refreshments for members of the Friends group will be held Nov. 19 from 6 to 8 p.m. Membership can be purchased at the door for a one-night-only price of $15. Scanners will not be permitted at this event only.

Questions can be directed to the Great Falls Library, located at 9830 Georgetown Pike in Great Falls, 703-759-8560.