Holiday Gift Nook
An economical and sustainable approach to holiday shopping!
The Library is hosting a free shopping experience for the holidays. Developed from community donations, the Holiday Gift Nook is open to all and free for all.
Community Partner Shopping Hours:
- Sat., Dec. 10: 10 - 11:00 a.m.
- Sun. Dec. 11: 10 - 11:00 a.m.
Public Shopping Hours:
- Sat., Dec. 10: 11:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
- Sun. Dec. 11: 11:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
How it works:
- Pick up a ticket before entering the shop and exchange it for one item.
- We will limit the number of people in the Gift Nook spaces at any one time. Please anticipate the possibility of waiting in line.
- Visit the gift wrapping station to personalize and wrap your gift(s). Check out other Library giftmaking and wrapping programs.
- This event is great for children and people on tight budgets.
How to donate:
- The Library is accepting small giftable items in excellent condition.
- Sep. 20 - Nov. 2
- Look for the donation box at all library locations during the donation period.
- We are accepting:
- items smaller than a breadbox
- giftable items in excellent condition
- If you wish to donate books please direct them to the Friends of Arlington Library (FOAL)
- We cannot accept items in less-than-excellent condition
Invited Community Partners:
- Any leftover items will be donated to one of our community nonprofit partners.
RSVP for an event reminder.
For our current policies on masking please see our Library Operations Update
For more information, contact LibraryPrograms@arlingtonva.us
- Date:
- Sunday, December 11, 2022
- Time:
- 10:00am - 5:00pm
- Location:
- Quincy Room
- Library:
- Central Library
- Audience:
- Events for Adults Events for Elementary Schoolers Events for High Schoolers Events for Middle Schoolers Good for Adults Age 55+ Good for Families Good for Parents
- Categories:
- Sustainability and Environment
- Calendar:
- Arlington Public Library
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