2nd Chapter Bookstore

Scituate Town Library - lower level
85 Branch St., Scituate 02066

BOOKSTORE HOURS
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday
10 A.M. to 2 P.M.

Bookstore manager:

Jim Pollard
(617) 828-2426
friendsbookstorescituate@gmail.com

Bookstore book donations are accepted during hours that the Library is open. Scroll down for more info.

The Friends’ 2nd Chapter Bookstore, staffed by dedicated volunteers (click here for more information about volunteering), is a major source of funds for the Scituate library. 100% of our proceeds go toward the funding of museum passes, concerts, and programs for both children and adults. The bookstore features an extensive selection of gently used books for all ages. We sell only those in great condition - many suitable for gift-giving. Our customers love our selections, but most of all, they LOVE our prices . In all areas you can pay by cash , check or online via credit card (use the QR code to link to payment page).

Pricing:

  • Paperbacks: $1

  • Hardcovers: $2

  • Children’s books: 50 cents

  • DVDs and CDs: $1

  • Puzzles: $2

  • A small number of high-quality books, bestsellers, and vintage books: $3 to $5

Where to shop

MAIN BOOKSTORE: Located on the lower level of the Library across from the elevator. We have an interesting and ever-changing selection of fiction and nonfiction for adults, children and young adults. In addition, we have special areas for vintage, collectible, coffee table books, puzzles, CDs, DVDs and large print books. If you are looking for a novel, a memoir, or a decorating, cooking or gardening book, check out our main store. If you are interested in government, politics or sports, we may have the perfect item for you. See hours of operation above.

LOBBY: Located as you entered the Library lobby, there is a display of “Nearly New” recent bestsellers, adult fiction and nonfiction, children’s books, CDs and DVDs. This area is open any time the Library is open. Payment is on the honor system and a cash box for easy payment is available for your convenience.

ALCOVE: Located right outside the Main Bookstore on the lower level, this area is dedicated to young children’s books and special seasonal displays. You can shop in this area anytime the Library is open. Payment is on the honor system and a cash box for easy payment is available on the wall.

BOOKSTORE BUCKS: A Great idea for those times when you want to let family and friends choose their own books. $1. each, or 5 for $3. Available for sale at the Main Bookstore desk (may not be used day of sale).

Bookstore Donations

All donations must be in good to excellent condition.

Our bookstore accepts the following materials:

  • Hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction

  • Children’s and young adult books

  • DVDs and CDs in good working order and in original packaging

  • Puzzles - complete with box in good condition

Books in good condition--up to 4 boxes or bags--may be left behind the circulation desk whenever the library is open or, preferably, on the lower level under the tables in front of the Bookstore.

For larger donations, please contact bookstore manager Jim Pollard at friendsbookstorescituate@gmail.com, or text or call at 617-828-2426.

We DO NOT accept:

  • Magazines of any kind

  • Encyclopedias

  • Dictionaries

  • Reference books

  • Books with broken spines

  • Books with mold, mildew, water damage, or smell of smoke from fire or cigarettes

  • Books which are marked up, underlined, or highlighted

  • Books with ripped pages

  • VHS and cassette tapes

  • Audiobooks

Remember - if you wouldn’t purchase it, PLEASE do not donate it!