The Friends of the University of Rochester Libraries will host its 33rd annual Friends Book Sale on Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 27 and 28, on the University's River Campus. Admission is free with free parking available on University lots.

Located in the Great Hall on the second floor of Rush Rhees Library, the sale attracts donations and buyers from all around Western New York. For members of the Friends, a group of avid library supporters, a special preview will be held from 8 to 10 a.m. before the official opening of the sale on Saturday.

Hours for the public are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Books can be taken home by the bag at deep reductions from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday.

Proceeds from the sale go directly to the University of Rochester Libraries and their collections. For information about becoming a member of the Friends or about the sale, contact (585) 275-4461.