Book Fair

Thank you for your interest in the Book Fair!

The MCDS Book Fair celebrates our school's love of literature and reading. The first Book Fair took place in 1958. Now, over 66 years later, this week-long celebration of books is a favorite for many MCDS families. Events span a week in early November and include an opening night party, a literary luncheon with a guest speaker, a weekend family day and student assemblies with visiting authors. All the proceeds from the Book Fair benefit the school library and our community partners. 

No contribution is too small! Volunteer opportunities accommodate a wide variety of schedules and availability. This is also a great chance to connect with fellow book enthusiasts and literary lovers.

Event dates: 

November 6-13, 2025

Opening Night Party:
Thursday, November 6
6:00-9:00pm 

Family Day:
Saturday, November 8
9:30am-4:30pm 

Literary Luncheon:
Tuesday, November 11
11:30am-1:00pm 

Classroom Visits:
Friday, November 7
9:10–9:45am / 1st Grade MAPLE & BANYAN
9:55–10:30am / 2nd Grade BUCKEYE
10:45–11:20am / 3rd Grade OAK & BLACKBERRY
12:10–12:45pm / Kindergarten SEQUOIA
12:50–1:25pm / Kindergarten HICKORY & HOLLY
1:35–2:10pm / 2nd Grade WILLOW & PINE
2:15–2:50pm / 1st Grade HUCKLEBERRY

Monday, November 10
8:30–9:05am / 4th Grade TOYON & POPPY
9:10–9:45am / 5th Grade SIEBECKER
10:05-10:40am / 3rd Grade CATTAIL
10:45 –11:20am / 4th Grade MARIPOSA & 5th Grade PETERSON
11:25am–12:00pm / 5th Grade WIENER
12:50–1:25pm / 5th Grade MENIKHEIM* 
1:30–2:05pm / 6th Grade*
2:05-2:25pm / 7th Grade *
2:30-2:50pm / 8th Grade*

*No electives on Monday. Upper School students in athletics during electives will have practice on Monday.

We begin recruiting Book Selectors for next year immediately following the current Book Fair. If you are interested in curating the fantastic collection of books, please complete the interest form below.