The collection will take place from Monday, December 1st, through Friday, December 12th.

Once again, this December, Alderman Matt O’Shea is hosting a used children’s book drive in partnership with Bernie’s Book Bank, a non-profit organization with a mission to distribute quality children’s books to increase book ownership among underserved children throughout Chicagoland. Beginning Monday, December 1st, residents are asked to drop off books at the 19th Ward Office, 10400 S. Western Avenue. The last day to drop off books is Friday, December 12th.

The most frequently requested books include Little Golden Books, Don’t Let the Pigeon, Who Is/Who Was, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Captain Underpants, Judy Moody, and Percy Jackson. Please only donate gently used books in good condition for children from birth to age 12. Please note that only children’s books will be accepted. We are unable to accept workbooks, textbooks, or reference materials.

For more information about Bernie’s Book Bank, please visit www.berniesbookbank.org