Get ready Fraser Coast bookworms, as Lifeline Queensland’s beloved Bookfest is returning to Maryborough from Thursday, 10 November.
Following a successful May 2022 event where over 60 crates of pre-loved books were sold, the Lifeline Maryborough team will be holding another highly-anticipated Bookfest across three days at the Maryborough Showgrounds.
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The November Bookfest is set to be huge, with 180 tables of quality second-hand books up for grabs.
Books start as low as 50c, with a huge variety of books on offer in loads of categories. Plus, there are puzzles, games, CDs, DVDs, Lego, and collectables.
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Lifeline Bundaberg & Fraser Coast Business Manager Kylie Brogden said there will be a massive number of books on offer so everyone can be assured of picking up a quality read.
“We had such a terrific turn out from the local community in May and we have worked hard over these past six months to build on that success, having accumulated more than 180 tables of books for book lovers to come and browse through,” she said.
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Importantly, all proceeds go directly back to funding Lifeline’s 24/7 Crisis Support services which continue to be in high demand.
“The Maryborough Bookfest is a great opportunity for families to come and fill a bag of books at great prices, knowing that every purchase is helping save a life,” Ms Brogden said.
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And for those people needing to refuel throughout the event, this Bookfest will have a sausage sizzle and iced cold drinks available on site so people can easily take a quick break to re-energise and restart the book hunt all over again!
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It’s recommended to wear comfy shoes and to BYO book carrying device, or you can purchase a Lifeline Enviro bag for $1.
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“We are very excited to be bringing Bookfest back to the Maryborough community,” Ms Brogden said.
“We will be restocking over the entire length of the event so everyone can be assured of picking up a quality read.”
Press release issued by Lifeline, 7 November 2022.
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