Find Bestsellers and Hidden Treasures at the ATLA Summer Book Sale

Written by Vicki Newell, Anderson Township Library Association

The Anderson Township Library Association, opens a new window (ATLA) is a volunteer group that supports the facilities, services, and resources of the Anderson Township and Mt. Washington Branch Libraries. Funds raised by ATLA are used to support adult and children’s programs, purchase books, audiovisual materials, and special equipment.

Update 7/8/2022: 

Shoppers at the ATLA book sale found amazing treasures, lots of good books to read, and entertaining movies and music – while raising over $38,000!

The sale returned indoors at Nagel Middle School from June 24-26 (many thanks to Burger Farm and Garden for hosting our sales in 2020 and 2021!) and the community turned out to support additional programming, materials, and other items for the Anderson and Mt. Washington Branch Libraries.

Huge thanks to Nagel Middle School, our volunteers, and our many customers in Anderson, Mt. Washington, and Greater Cincinnati for turning out for our sale and supporting the Library!


There’s nothing like the feeling of finding a great new book to dig in to or the classic you’ve been looking for. At the ATLA Book Sale, opens a new window, June 24-26, you’ll find lightly used books, movies, and music at discounted prices – all supporting the Anderson Township and Mt. Washington branch libraries.

A Treasure Trove of Books, Movies, and Music – No Map Needed!

Our 42nd annual sale features a wide range of books, movies, music, puzzles, and more all at one place for you to browse! Everything is reasonably priced, making it easy to stock up on your entertainment and educational needs. One popular section is our “Collectibles.” Those with keen eyes may find fascinating and original copies of rare books you’ve been looking for for years!

We’re pleased to have wonderful children’s books and a bountiful selection of Civil War and Abraham Lincoln books this year. All materials are carefully examined for cleanliness and must be in good condition.

42 Years of Deals and Supporting Our Libraries

ATLA’s mission is to raise funds to support programming, materials, and special projects for Anderson and Mt. Washington branches. This year is our 42nd Annual Sale and we’re excited to return the sale’s location to Nagel Middle School (1500 Nagel Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45255).

Visit the Summer Book Sale all weekend long, starting Friday, June 24 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. through Saturday, June 25, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and ending Sunday, June 26 from noon to 3 p.m.

Find more details about the Summer Book Sale and how we support CHPL on the Anderson Township Library Association website, opens a new window. We hope to see you there!

What are you looking forward to at the ATLA Book Sale? Let us know in the comments below!