Corrales Friends Seek Jewelry Donations Ahead of Feb. 7 Fundraiser

The Friends of the Corrales Library are preparing for their Third Annual "Love Your Library" jewelry sale and fundraiser and are asking the community for donations of gently used jewelry. "In preparation for the Third Annual 'Love Your Library' jewelry sale and fundraiser, the Friends of the Corrales Library are seeking donations of gently used jewelry," a press release states. Donations will be accepted at the Corrales Library during regular hours through Jan. 30.

The sale is set for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 7 in Hendren Hall, located behind the "new" San Ysidro Church on Corrales Road. All proceeds will be directed to support the library’s collections and programming, reinforcing the library’s role as a local center for literacy, education, and community activities.

Organizers say a broad range of items are welcome to ensure variety for shoppers. Any type of jewelry is accepted "from Target to Tiffany." Donors will receive a receipt suitable for a tax deduction, a practical incentive for residents looking to clear unwanted jewelry while supporting public services.

For Sandoval County residents, the fundraiser represents a grassroots funding stream that can supplement municipal and state support for library services. Friends-run sales and fundraisers commonly underwrite new books, children’s programs, adult classes, and other services that enhance local access to information and civic life. With the sale staged in a familiar community space, volunteers and local buyers will help convert small household contributions into operating support for the library.

The timeline for donations and the single-day sale compress the volunteer and logistical effort into a short window. Community members who wish to contribute should plan to drop off items before the Jan. 30 cutoff during the library’s posted hours. Those interested in volunteering or assisting with the sale can contact the Friends of the Corrales Library through the library to learn how to help.

By turning donated jewelry into funding for materials and programs, the event translates everyday household items into tangible benefits for Corrales residents. The sale will be both a fundraising event and a visible sign of local civic engagement in support of a neighborhood institution.