Read ‘em and Keep

If your relationship to books runs more to reading than writing or discussing, it’s time to rejoice as Planned Parenthood’s massive annual book sale gets underway as this issue hits newsstands. Paying no attention to Kindle and its kind, the book sale forges on for a 49th year, once again at the spacious Exhibit Hall at Earl Warren Showgrounds after a banner year in ‘22. More than 100,000 books in 50-plus well-sorted categories plus music, videos, puzzles, and games will be up for grabs over the September 14-24 sale, with multiple trips justified as the tables are updated with new selections every night. What’s more, the funds go to the nonprofit’s work to provide local families vital healthcare and educational services. Opening night will set you back $30, but the other nine days have free admission. Visit https://booksale.ppcentralcoast.org.