Pearl Beach book fair was biggest ever

The Pearl Beach Annual Book Fair was held over Easter.

In what was the biggest event in the Fair's 36-year history, raised over $11,000 for the community's memorial hall upkeep and maintenance.

Organised by the Pearl Beach Progress Association, the event is claimed to be the largest Pearl Beach fundraising activity each year.

"This year was no exception with thousands of books on sale," said association communications officer Ms Lynne Lillico.

"Children gathered at Kids Corner to find their favourite story, or even someone to read to them.

"The raffle had two Central Coast winners, Jennifer Cowan and Lucy Roberts, collecting a large hamper each."

Association president Mr Roger Murray said: "Many community members gave of their time to set-up and dismantle the event, cooking for the cake stall, and importantly unpacking, collating and sorting thousands of books, that are generously donated throughout the year."

Media Release, 1 Apr 2012

Lynne Lillico, Pearl Beach Progress Association