Hundreds of paperback books were given away to adults and children in Plymouth city centre to mark International Literacy Day on September 4.
A team of Plymouth Soroptimists manned a stand at Frankfort Gate and encouraged passers-by to select free books. Children were particularly delighted to be able to choose their own book and left the stand clutching their books with wide smiles.
Organiser of the book event, Lorraine Gillings, said:
“Literacy Day is a key date in our Plymouth club calendar and we really look forward to encouraging all ages to choose from the wide range of used books we collect through the year.
“Giving away books is a fantastic way to encourage reading as a brilliant pastime, and one which helps to develop a key lifetime skill. We were especially pleased that we had a lovely sunny day which allowed people to take their time browsing the books.”
Since 2012 Plymouth Soroptimists have supported International Literacy Day which UNESCO declared in November 1965. The aim is to highlight the importance of literacy to individuals, communities and societies.
Membership os the Soroptimists offers the opportunity to work with like-minded women throughout the world, focusing on building a better world for women and children. To find out more visit www.plymsorop. org.uk or call 01752 774401.
