Free Books Bundles are being given away each week outside the Mattapoisett Free Public Library, thanks to the Friends of the Library. The group gave the staff the okay to sort and offer book sale donations since sales have been postponed.
Bags of books for adults, teens, students, and very young patrons are lined up along the sidewalks from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. The bags also contain information from the CDC on staying safe and an envelope addressed to the Friends, should the patron wish to make a donation.
“The response was immediate,” reported library director Susan Pizzolato. “From my office window, I could see families and individuals driving up and helping themselves to a bag. People are very appreciative. We are also distributing puzzles and DVDs.”
The Book Bundle giveaway will continue at least until curbside delivery begins in several weeks. The library encourages all patrons who come to the library to observe social distancing and to wear a face-covering in case you meet a friend along the way.