Peanuts Community Book Exchange!
JANUARY 25, 2026 - 2 to 6PM | HOOK HALL
Join Petworth Peanuts for our third Annual Peanuts Book Exchange! This fun event will include over a thousand donated kids' books available FREE! Plus, tons of free kids entertainment (including Mr. Rob, a magician, Tara Hoot, tap dancing by Smitz & Witz, and Teatro de la Luna!) - as well as a balloon artist, soft play area, large bounce house, kids' games, giveaways, and more. It's one of our most beloved events of the year!
PLUS! This year we invite kids and adults to participate in the Peanuts Gallery! Our first annual juried art competition! More information about submission / prizes and guidelines can be found here. All artists will receive participation medals or ribbons, plus category winners will receive prizes!
See below for more information on porch locations where donations can be dropped, plus an FAQ about donations and the event itself.
Interested in sponsoring this awesome event? Send us a message! events@petworthpeanuts.com
Updated 2026 Porch Drop Off Map:
Frequently asked questions about the Exchange:
What kind of books are you accepting? We are accepting kids books, for any age or stage in any language that are in good condition. Parenting/maternity books also welcomed. Please do not donate non-parenting-related books for adult readers.
Just books? Kids' puzzles (complete, with pieces fully contained) also welcomed!
When can I start dropping off donations? We are now accepting donations on any of the porches in the map above! Donations will run though January 23rd. After Jan 23, PLEASE BRING BOOKS DIRECTLY TO THE EVENT.
How much is admission to the Exchange? Free! Though if possible, we do suggest a $5 donation per family to help us offset event costs / benefit Peanuts mutual aid initiatives.
How can I stay updated on this event? RSVP to the FB event page (TBD) and follow us on Instagram!
Can I bring books directly to the Exchange? Yes, but please take your donations to the correct sections/categories when you arrive; signs will mark each section.
Can you come pick up my donation? If you have a very substantial donation (at least 2+ boxes), contact us at events@petworthpeanuts.com and we may be able to coordinate pick up. Otherwise we ask that all donations are dropped off once porches porches begin accepting books (through Jan 23).
What happens to the leftover books? Any books that remain after the Exchange will be donated to local schools and libraries. Admission fees and cash donations will benefit Peanuts service initiatives, including the upcoming Mother's Day Free Market.
More questions? Contact us at events@petworthpeanuts.com!
