Solidarity Book Sale of Hérouville-Saint-Clair

Throughout 2025, the Centre Jean XXIII in Hérouville-Saint-Clair hosted the solidarity book sale organized by the Saint Vincent de Paul Society of Calvados every first Saturday of the month. Reading enthusiasts could browse an impressive catalog of nearly 18,000 books, from crime novels to classic literature, including science fiction, poetry, history, and children's books.

Beyond books, bargain hunters also discovered comic books, music CDs, vinyl records, collectible stamps, and old postcards. The "buy one novel, get one free" offer has retained a large audience, from students to retirees, in this second-largest town in Calvados, located at the gates of Caen.

The proceeds were entirely donated to the sixteen food distribution points of the SSVP in the department, directly contributing to aid for people in need. The solidarity sale will resume in 2026 at the same location, every first Saturday of the month from 9 am to 5 pm.