Olathe residents looking to refresh their home libraries or score low-cost media can head to the Indian Creek Library this weekend for a large sale where most items are priced at $1 or less.
The sale, organized by the Friends of the Olathe Public Library, opened Friday and features more than 600 boxes of books, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, vinyl records and sheet music. Proceeds support library programs and services across Olathe.
What’s available and when
Items span genres and ages, from children’s picture books to adult fiction and nonfiction, plus a selection of music and audiovisual media. The event offers both single-item pricing and a discounted bulk option on Sunday.
- Single items: Most priced at $1 or less
- Sunday sack sale: Fill one sack for $6; buy two sacks for $12 and receive four additional sacks free
- Boxes and bags: The library will provide boxes if shoppers need them
"We're so big on literacy and getting books into the hands of people," said Julie Clark, financial coordinator at Indian Creek Library. "If you can come here and buy a classic copy of Little Women for 50 cents, that's a win for everybody."
Hours and practical details
The sale runs during the following hours:
| Day | Hours | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Standard sale pricing |
| Sunday | 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. | Sunday sack sale and bulk deals |
Shoppers should plan for limited parking at peak times and bring reusable bags if they prefer, although the library will supply boxes when needed. Purchases support the library’s nonprofit arm, the Friends of the Olathe Public Library, which uses funds from events like this to underwrite local literacy programs and other services.
For Olathe families, bargain hunters and collectors, the sale presents an inexpensive way to build personal collections while directing dollars back into community services. Library staff and volunteers will staff the event and can help patrons locate genres or special formats.
Residents can contact the Indian Creek Library or the Friends group for more information about the items available or volunteer opportunities at future sales.
