The Bibliovente, the annual sale organized by the Laval Libraries, is set to return from May 23 to 25 at the Enclav in Place Bell. This year, over 50,000 second-hand documents in both French and English will be available at affordable prices.
The selection includes novels, documentaries, comic books, magazines, CDs, DVDs, and video games, catering to all tastes and ages. The proceeds from the sale will be used to enhance the services provided by the libraries in the region.
For the second consecutive year, this cultural event will be held at the Enclav of Place Bell, a landmark location that is easily accessible by public transit. Additionally, the indoor parking lot at Place Bell will be available free of charge to motorists attending the event. However, attendees should anticipate a large turnout.
“The Bibliovente is a must-see event in Laval. It makes culture accessible at low prices, while giving a second life to a multitude of interesting documents. I invite all citizens to come and make great cultural finds,” said Flavia Alexandra Novac, Sainte-Rose City Councillor and Cultural Files Officer.
Practical information
Attendees are encouraged to bring their own bags or boxes to carry their purchases. Only cash and Interac payments will be accepted.
Event schedule at Place Bell
Friday, May 23: 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday, May 24 and Sunday, May 25: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Pricing: Books and comics: $3.50/kg Magazines: $0.10 per unit CDs: $0.50 each DVDs: $1 each Video games: $5 each
Access: By public transit: 2-minute walk from Montmorency metro station
By car: Free parking at the Place Bell community ice rinks, accessible via Boulevard de la Concorde (consider the expected high attendance)
Donations accepted starting May 10
The items available for sale at the Bibliovente come from the collections of the Laval Libraries as well as public donations.
From Saturday, May 10 to Thursday, May 22, between 6 a.m. and 11 p.m., donations of novels, comics, CDs, DVDs, and video games can be dropped off at the Enclav reception desk at Place Bell.
Residents arriving by car can use the drop-off area on Le Corbusier Boulevard to leave their donations inside at the designated spot.
