Jacob's Heart Book Drive coming to Village Square Center!

May 7, 2011 - PRLog -- The Aptos Curves in the Village Square Center will be hosting a Jacob's Heart Book Drive on Saturday, May 14th. New or gently used children's books, teen novels, activity books, and art books are welcome. Free zumba classes and instruction will be offered all day, along with food and great raffle prizes from local businesses. Children's author, A. R. Silverberry, will be signing copies of his award-winning novel, Wyndano's Cloak. Donated books will go to needy children through Jacob's Heart, whose mission is to improve the quality of life for children with cancer and support their families in the challenges they face. The event, from 10 AM to 2 PM, is at 7960 Soquel Dr. Aptos, CA 95003.

Local businesses are supporting the Book Drive, including Aptos Curves, Laser Light, Uncle Kwoks, Trade Winds, The UPS Store, Quality Water, Bikram Yoga, Tiger Martial Arts, Au Midi, Yarns by the Sea, Janis Spencer Real Estate, and Well Hab.
   
Jacob's Heart is a local, one-of-kind grassroots organization. Their support services extend to families with children under eighteen diagnosed with cancer within the counties of Santa Cruz, Monterey, San Benito and South Santa Clara. Founded February 1998, they have helped over 360 families by providing bilingual individual, group, and bereavement counseling; support groups for children with cancer, their siblings, and parents; art therapy; financial assistance; resources and referrals; and special celebration programs for children. They reduce stress, provide comfort and practical support, and give families a place to feel at home. To learn more about their services, volunteer opportunities, and making donations to this worthy charity, go to http://jacobsheart.org/.

The Book Drive is an exciting opportunity for children and parents to meet local children's author A. R. Silverberry. Silverberry is the pen name for psychologist Peter Adler, who brings his understanding of young minds to his writing. His novel, Wyndano's Cloak, has won a dozen awards, including the Gold Medal Winner in the 2010 Readers Favorite Awards. Wyndano's Cloak delivers an inspiring message for young people to believe in themselves and to trust the treasures they carry inside. In the novel, the kingdom of Aerdem is threatened. Fourteen-year-old Jen has one chance to save it—with a magical cloak too dangerous to use. The fantasy adventure that unfolds will appeal to children, ages nine and up, and adults who cherish fairy tales. More information about the book may be found on Silverberry's website, http://www.arsilverberry.com.

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