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A New Chapter: Book Fairies To Reach 6 Million Books Distributed
The local organization highlights an ongoing need for access to reading materials across Long Island and beyond.
HICKSVILLE, NY — Hicksville's Book Fairies will be celebrating a milestone this month.
On April 12, the organization will distribute its 6 millionth book at its Community Book Fair. Up to 150 educators and non-profit partners will join the Book Fairies at the annual fair, where they distribute an average of 26,000 books each month in three hours.
Book Fairies sources and redistributes books to under-resourced communities on Long Island, the five boroughs, and internationally.
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Associate Executive Director Courtney Collins said this milestone highlights the ongoing need in the Long Island communities.
"By welcoming educators and nonprofit partners to our Book Bank to take as many books as they need, we’re not just celebrating — we’re continuing our commitment to ensuring every child and family has access to books and the opportunity to thrive," she said.
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She added that awareness is important to their mission to continue serving children in the area.
The book fair will also have raffle prizes, appearances from authors, author book giveaways, and more. It will take place at 220 Miller Place in Hicksville, and more information can be found online.
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