(29 Jun) Blind Date with a Book on the Danube: A Surprise Wrapped in Paper Promoted Reading in Ruse (+GAL)

Posted in News and Events. Written by Admin on June 30th, 2025

On June 29, in celebration of Danube Day, Rotaract Club Ruse hosted another exciting edition of its “Blind Date with a Book” – an initiative where the favorite books of the people of Ruse set off on new adventures. The twist? Each participant received a mystery book, fully wrapped – no title, no author, just the promise of a brand-new literary experience.

The event was held with the support of Ruse Municipality and served as a heartfelt gesture from Rotaract to all citizens who love reading, sharing, and finding inspiration – this time, by the waters of our beloved Danube.

“Books can bring people together just as the Danube unites countries. We wanted to offer not just a book, but the thrill of the unknown and the joy of something shared.”– shared the organizers.
Originally planned for May 24 and prepared by Interact Club Ruse, the initiative had to be postponed due to bad weather. On June 29, it was successfully carried out – just in time to intertwine the love for books with the celebration of the river.

Rotary Club Sofia International was happy to take part in the initiative providing a number of books due to generous donations from members of the club, main contribution made by Grant Dale, also books were provided by Hristina Malchevska, Svetlana Bozhilova, Elisaveta Lachina and Nikolay Tsaribashev. Heartfelt thanks to Rotary Club Gorna Banya as well who generously contributed with a number of books as well. , thus dozens of books were donated and made available for the “blind date” – ready to find their next reader. The generosity allowed to promote the love of reading in a unique and emotional way.

Thank you to everyone who brought their favorite book and received a new story in return. The next “Blind Date with a Book” is already in the works – stay tuned to be a part of it!

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