Smiles, stories, and support was the order of the day when the Society for Animals in Distress (Said) hosted a successful and family-friendly book sale at the Said farm in Vorna Valley on April 26.
The event, which coincided with World Book Day celebrations, brought animal lovers, book enthusiasts, and voracious readers together.
Attendees enjoyed an array of activities including: face painting and watching a magician perform delightful tricks, and a welcoming atmosphere ensured that smiles were plentiful throughout the day.
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Meg Harvey, Said’s CEO, said despite the long weekend and school holidays, they were grateful for the community members who made time to support the event.
Harvey, who delighted attendees by arriving in full character as Alice from Alice in Wonderland, said attendees enjoyed browsing a wide selection of pre-loved books, visiting the Barn Shop for hidden treasures, and participating in a day filled with light-hearted fun and meaningful purpose. “While the book sale was at the heart of the event, visitors were also able to experience the warmth of the Said farm, spending time with the animals who are the true beneficiaries of these fundraising efforts. Children and adults alike embraced the magic of storytelling by dressing up as their favourite book characters, with Exclusive Books generously sponsoring gift vouchers for the best-dressed winners.”
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Fundraising manager at Said Keshvi Nair extended special thanks to Exclusive Books for their support, and to every family, friend, and animal lover who contributed to making the day a success.
“The spirit of the day is exactly what we hope to foster through events like these. It was a celebration of stories, but also a celebration of kindness – towards each other, towards animals, and towards the power of community coming together for good. Every book sold and every donation received plays a role in changing lives, and we are deeply thankful for everyone who supported us.”
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She said they were already looking forward to their next event – the highly anticipated annual Dog Jog, taking place at their premises on May 31 – and urged community members to save the date.
Details: Fundraising manager Keshvi Nair on keshvi@animalsindistress.org.za
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