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I Heart Books 2025

Benay Hicks

A Valentine's Celebration of Reading and Joy!


Love was in the air this past Saturday, February 8, as more than 100 children and their families gathered in the Durham Family Space for our "I Heart Books" Valentine's celebration! It was an afternoon bursting with joy, laughter, and—of course—books!


Families enjoyed a festive atmosphere filled with delightful activities, from heart-themed crafts to sweet treats. Kids were busy creating colorful valentines, coloring, playing with blocks, jumping on Nuggets, and making new friends!


But the real heart of the event? The books! Hundreds of free books found their way into the hands of excited young readers, each one ready to be taken home and treasured forever.


It was a day filled with love—for books, for community, and for the boundless possibilities that reading brings. Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate! Be sure to check out our event photo gallery to relive the magic of the day.


Happy Valentine’s Day from all of us at Book Harvest—may your hearts (and bookshelves) always be full!




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About Us

Since 2011, Book Harvest has provided more than 2.4 million books to families, ensuring that parents have the tools and power to ignite and strengthen their children's literacy. With programs that are grounded in evidence, Book Harvest believes that literacy starts at birth, in the home, powered by parents, and nourished with books.

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(252) 497-BOOK
2501 University Drive, Durham, NC 27707

Business Hours: Monday - Friday 9 AM - 5 PM
Family Space Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 9 AM - 5 PM

Book Harvest's 2022 IRS 990 is available here.

Book Harvest's most recent audit is here.

©2025 by Book Harvest NC.

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