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The book flood

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Hailing from Iceland, Jólabókaflóð, otherwise known as the Christmas book flood, is a holiday tradition where people exchange books on Christmas Eve, and spend the night reading. Gathering Volumes brings this Icelandic tradition to the States by hosting their very own book flood. All are welcome, and those who attend should bring a wrapped, new or gently used book for the exchange. Give the gift of reading this year!


6-7pm Friday, December 21. Gathering Volumes, 196 E. South Boundary, Perrysburg. 567-336-6188. gatheringvolumes.com Free 

The Toledo City Paper depends on readers like you! Become a friend today. See membership options

Hailing from Iceland, Jólabókaflóð, otherwise known as the Christmas book flood, is a holiday tradition where people exchange books on Christmas Eve, and spend the night reading. Gathering Volumes brings this Icelandic tradition to the States by hosting their very own book flood. All are welcome, and those who attend should bring a wrapped, new or gently used book for the exchange. Give the gift of reading this year!


6-7pm Friday, December 21. Gathering Volumes, 196 E. South Boundary, Perrysburg. 567-336-6188. gatheringvolumes.com Free 

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