Book fair success

The 32nd Annual Pearl Beach Easter Saturday Book Fair was an "outstanding success" according to Pearl Beach Progress Association president Mr Rod Craig.

"The early crowds who gathered outside waiting for the 10am opening contributed to the carnival atmosphere that prevailed throughout the day," Mr Craig said.

Association publicity officer Ms Lynne Lillico said: "The large collection of pre-loved books accommodated all tastes including encyclopedia, gardening and cook books, travel, academic, fiction and a large collection of children's books."

Ms Lillico said the Easter Saturday Book Fair was first held in 1977 and since that time had grown into an "exciting day" where a "relaxed atmosphere" in the newly refurbished Pearl Beach Memorial Hall provided the ideal setting to search out a bargain book, or purchase something unusual at the "Collectables" stall.

"The traditional home made cake stall sold out early, and the plant stall provided a large collection of potted plants to choose from," Ms Lillico said.

Members of the Pearl Beach Progress Association volunteered their time to prepare for the annual book fair, and to provide information about coming events and activities being undertaken throughout the year.

Proceeds from the book fair were used to improve local community facilities.

Press release, 24 Mar 2008 Lynne Lillico, Pearl Beach Progress Association