On Sunday, October 26, Schluechthaus will open its doors for a double event: one hall dedicated to a clothing swap and another to a book fair.
SORTING GUIDELINES
Books accepted – please bring only items that meet all of the following requirements:
Timeless or still relevant content (novels, comics, coffee-table books, essays, children’s books, etc.)
Solid binding: no loose pages or broken spines
Clean pages: free of water stains, food marks, or mold
Well-kept interiors: little to no highlighting, notes, or stickers
No unpleasant smell: no tobacco, dampness, or musty odor
Tip: if you’d happily gift it to a picky friend, it’s perfect for the book fair!
Books not accepted – to ensure an attractive selection and avoid waste, the following cannot be accepted:
School & academic: textbooks, workbooks, supplementary school material
Reference works: dictionaries, encyclopedias, thesauruses, atlases, directories
Language & learning: language courses, grammar books, conjugation guides
Press & periodicals: magazines, journals, catalogs, newspapers
Outdated guides: travel or practical guides with expiration dates (travel, IT, etc.)
Institutional copies: books marked as belonging to another library or book box
PREPARE YOUR DONATION IN 3 STEPS
1. Flip through each book: remove bookmarks, receipts, papers.
2. Group books by language in a clean bag or box.
3. Drop off your books during the official collection slots: Saturday, October 18 (2 pm – 6 pm) or Sunday, October 19 (9 am – 12 pm).
Good to know
REWARD & IMPACT
For each eligible deposit, you’ll receive a voucher of up to €5 to use on the day of the fair. This year, 100% of sales will go to the ULBP – Union Luxembourgeoise des Bibliothèques Publiques, to support public libraries across the country.
Organizer
Schluechthaus
Where does it take place?
Schluechthaus
5 Rue de l'Abattoir
Hollerich Luxembourg
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