FOR more than 25 years, the Rotary Club of Laurieton’s book sales have been a mainstay on the calendar of locals and visitors alike, with the recent summer sale no exception.
Held at Laurieton United Services Club, it recorded the largest number of visitors through the doors in the history of the event.
It averaged 150 people per day, and jigsaw puzzles, children’s books and adult fiction proved especially popular.
A new and innovative aspect of the sale was an accessible and quiet hours day, held prior to the official opening.
Designed for those with mobility challenges and people who needed a quieter environment, it generated substantial positive feedback and will become a permanent feature moving forward.
Rotarian book sale coordinator Caroline Hall told News Of The Area, “I’m extremely pleased with the outcomes we achieved, with all funds raised going to support a diverse range of Rotary projects.”
“It was especially refreshing to see the number of children coming through, and fantastic that so many people still love to read.
“We’re grateful to the community for the huge volume of great quality books that were donated.”
Planning has already started for the next sale in early July.
Book and jigsaw puzzle donations can be dropped off at Big A+ Tile Power, 27 Bayside Circuit, Laurieton, or collection can be organised by calling Rotarian Alan Anderson on 0428 488 417.
By Rachael THORPE
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