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Housing Works Used Book Cafe

126 Crosby St
New York, NY 10012
(212) 334-3324
housingworks.org
4.5 star rating based on 12 reviews

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Mon-Sat 10am-7pm; Sun 12pm-5pm  
Status: Open  
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Business Description from the Web

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Housing Works Bookstore Café is a venue for some of the city's best cultural events. Our weekly reading series has featured hundreds of authors including Dave Eggers, Jonathan Lethem and Mary Gaitskill; our monthly concert series has brought Ryan Adams, John Mayer, Tracy Chapman, Corrine Bailey Rae and many more talented performers to play for select audiences on the third Friday of every... more
Posted by upcoming on July 01, 2008

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The Housing Works Used Book Cafe channels 100% of its earnings into Housing Works' initiative to provide help and shelter for disenfranchised AIDS patients. The bookstore is comprised of gently used secondhand tomes, and includes children's titles and books for teens. Vinyl records are also in stock. The cafe features sandwiches, wraps, soups, salads, and desserts. GoCityKids Tip: Donations can... more
Posted by gocitykids on June 22, 2007

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While this shop is no Strand, you stand a good chance of nabbing a recent bestseller for a fraction of the going rate, or picking up a paperback classic. Vinyl is plentiful, if loosely organized. The best part? All the profits go to the Housing Works organization which provides shelter, health care and other services for homeless New Yorkers living with HIV and AIDS.
Posted by Citysearch on May 04, 2007
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The cafe often closes early to prepare for frequent readings and music events. Call ahead for schedules.
Posted by Citysearch on August 14, 2009

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Though the books and records aren’t free, the condoms are. Grab a few on your way out.
Posted by Citysearch on August 14, 2009

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Not to be overlooked is the soup of the day, which is provided by Hale and Hearty.
Posted by Citysearch on August 14, 2009
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Editorial Reviews from the web

Not-for-profit bookshop cum cafe with free Wi-Fi

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At this branch of Housing Works, the treasures are used books and records rather than the antique furniture and designer frocks found at its sister shops. With several tables and a few comfy leather chairs, it’s an ideal place for casual cafe-goers and bargain hunters alike. Scan the shelves, or bring your laptop to do some work while enjoying reasonably priced coffees and a slice of quiche or... more
Posted by Melanie Berliet on August 06, 2009

Soho's preferred not-for-profit bookshop supports a good cause, and it's an escape from the crazed shopping elsewhere in the neighborhood.

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The Scene The Housing Works thrift shops are some of the city's best-kept secrets for clothing and furniture seekers, but you won't find that Pucci frock or antique dresser at this branch. Instead, discover a decent selection of books and records, plus comfy chairs, cute fellow browsers and a cafe that's one of the best bargains in the neighborhood. If you still need a reason to go,... more
Posted by Contributor on April 13, 2009, (Edited August 27, 2008)

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Here's a way to do something good for yourself and others at the same time: Buy your reading material at this spacious yet quietly cozy used bookshop, sporting 45,000 books and records to browse. It's part of Housing Works, a not-for-profit organization that provides housing, services, and advocacy for homeless people living with HIV and AIDS. The collection is terrific and well organized, with... more
Posted by frommers on April 03, 2007

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The word to describe the cafe bookstore would be cozy. The staff consiste of vounteers and actually paid workers. The volunteers might not know everything but they do try their hardest to help and the cafe in the back is a nice touch to the place. the things are rather cheap and the people their friendly. The prices for the books aren't bad too not to mention they have bookfairs once a year... more
Posted by evilkitty51 on April 13, 2009, (Edited September 25, 2006)

The best bookstore in NYC!

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At Housing Works Book Cafe you can browse, read, have a light meal or dessert, attend a reading or music event - and all the money you spend there goes to support homeless people with AIDS. The store is super relaxed, run almost completely by volunteers, and a great place to hang out. There are thousands of books, organized in the usual categories, at great discount prices - half of the... more
Posted by judypardo on April 13, 2009, (Edited November 17, 2005)

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Despite consistently disappointing latte's, I love this place. Keep it a secret.. a reviewer of another local spot put it right when they said "...stay away if you are not from the neighborhood. We don't want you here."
Posted by trescrepu on October 17, 2005
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