Now that you've cleaned out your closets and you have no idea what to do with all the bags, check out Donations Central--an online index of charities that accept clothing donations.They will even help you find a courier that picks up and delivers. If you have uncovered any new toys or games (you know, those things you put away when there were too many birthday presents), Ronald McDonald House will gladly accept those items.

When your child reaches middle school, it's time to retire Goodnight, Moon. And do you really need to keep all those Danielle Steele paperbacks you picked up at the airport because you had nothing to read? Time to box 'em up, throw them in the car, and head over to Housing Works Used Book Caf? in Soho. This hidden gem on Crosby Street takes books of all kinds, as well as records and CDs. Leave yourself some extra time for browsing because if you're a book lover you are bound to get sucked in to the rows and rows of books--all beautifully displayed and organized.

Once you've cleared some space on the shelves, restock at Booksmart's annual warehouse sale in Chelsea. You might not know Booksmart, but they run the books fairs at most of the independent schools in NYC. Everything is 25-70% off and there are books of all kinds--kids books, novelty books, cookbooks, gift books. You know your kids will have tons of book reports to write and the birthday parties are endless, so stock up now!

While wer're on the subject of books, September 20th is Jumpstart's Read for the Record Day. This annual event is a national campaign designed to encourage hundreds of thousands of children and adults from across the country to read the same book on the same day. This year's book is The Story of Ferdinand...remember the bull who liked to smell the flowers? Why not buy a book for your kids and buy one for a child in need at the same time?

Your closets, your shelves, your cupboards are bare. Why not support New York City's public school libraries by doing something we all love to do - SHOP! From October 3-19, retailers participating in Shop For Class will donate a portion of their proceeds to provide books, technology, and renovations to thousands of students across the city. We're talking great stores here: Bliss, American Girl Place, Books of Wonder, Crumbs, Fishs Eddy, Space Kiddets, Giggle, Unique Boutique (think vintage Gucci handbags!), and many more.

If you've donated everything that didn't fit your child and he's left with your daughter's capri pants and a Tibetan sherpa cap, run over to Kidini's fall sale. From 9/18-9/21, they'll be selling tons of designer clothes for kids and women at 20-80% off retail. Brands include Splendid, IKKS, Appaman, Skip Hop--well, you get the drift. 598 Broadway @ Houston, 6th floor. For more info call 917.653.3643. Have a Great Day! HV and AS