With autumn in the air and cooler days ahead, it’s the perfect season to cozy up with a new recipe or plan next year’s garden. As you tidy your shelves this fall, consider donating gently used cookbooks or gardening books. Your contribution helps create a vibrant collection that will inspire home cooks and green thumbs alike.
Rooted in the timeless tradition of book sharing — famously promoted by philanthropist Andrew Carnegie more than a century ago — our exchange is all about community. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener, an adventurous cook, or both, this one-for-one swap invites you to trade a book you’ve enjoyed for one that’s new to you.
You’ll find the exchange bookshelf next to the information table on the middle level of the Aptos Farmers Market. Bring a book, discover a new favorite, and help cultivate a community of cooks and gardeners this fall season.
