Coming soon: 2026 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 Teatro de la Luna!) - as well as a balloon artist, games, giveaways, and more. It's one of our most beloved events of the year!
Check back in December 2025 for more information about book donations, event admission details, and updated porch drop location map, and more!
Interested in sponsoring this awesome event? Send us a message! events@petworthpeanuts.com
PENDING 2026 UPDATES (map to be ready in Dec 2025):
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? Stay tuned for announcements about the donation kick off! Donations will likely begin in December and run though January 21st. After Jan 21, PLEASE BRING BOOKS DIRECTLY TO THE EVENT.
How much is admission to the Exchange? Admission is FREE for Peanuts members, and will have a small admission fee for non-members. All donations will benefit Peanuts service initiatives.
How can I stay updated on this event? RSVP to the 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 21).
What happens to the leftover books? Any books that remain after the Exchange will be donated to local non-profits. 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!
