NEWS RELEASES > SEPTEMBER 16, 2025
McHenry, Ill., Sep. 16, 2025 – Follett Content, in proud partnership with United Way of Greater McHenry County, is excited to welcome the community to its Warehouse Book Sale on Saturday, September 27, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 1340 Ridgeview Drive, McHenry, IL 60050.
This one-day event is open to all book lovers and offers an incredible selection of titles at unbeatable prices. Shoppers will find:
Everything will be priced at two for $1, and only cash will be accepted. There is no limit to the total number of items purchased. All proceeds will go to United Way of Greater McHenry County in support of their Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program.
To further their impact, Follett Content also will be holding a separate team member presale and proceeds from that event will be added to the Sept. 27 sales as part of the overall donation.
“Books are more than stories – they’re bridges to opportunity,” said Britten Follett, CEO of Follett Content. “We’re proud to support literacy efforts in our local community and beyond, and we believe that together, we can help every child imagine a better future through reading.”
Join Follett Content for a fun and meaningful day of book shopping while supporting literacy in McHenry County. Whether you're a parent, teacher, student, or lifelong reader, there’s something for everyone at the Follett Content Warehouse Book Sale!
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