A Michigan bookstore recently organized a remarkable “book brigade” featuring over 300 volunteers who helped transport 9,100 items of inventory from its former location to a new, larger facility just 1,100 feet away—one book at a time.
Michelle Tuplin, the owner of Serendipity Books in Chelsea, reached out to the community for assistance when it was time to move the inventory. Volunteers formed human chains between the two buildings, passing books in alphabetical order, with even a dog joining the effort.
“People truly feel a connection to independent bookstores,” Tuplin shared with NBC News. “They see it as a part of their community and feel a sense of ownership.”
The entire moving operation was completed in under two hours. “Seeing the community come together and turn those supportive words into action truly meant the world,” Tuplin said.
Participants of all ages showed up to lend a hand, including a 91-year-old woman and a valued customer with heart issues, along with parents bringing their young children. Tuplin remarked, “By moving the books one by one, we ensured that everyone could participate.”
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