Voluntary heroes: Friends of the book celebrate golden registration!

Voluntary heroes: Friends of the book celebrate golden registration!

On July 6, 2025, a very special occasion took place in Neustrelitz. Christine Büttner, the chair of the "Friends of the Book" e.V., ceremoniously entered the city's Golden Book. This award, which was handed over to the entire team, honors the long -term voluntary commitment and the cultural importance of the association. Mayor Max Odebrecht and Mayor Andreas Grund were also present at the ceremony.

The association, which has been operating the largest antiquarian bookshop in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania since 2014, is home to more than 40,000 books and records on generous 350 square meters. A barrier -free access on the ground floor of a listed harbor store makes it browsing and reading a relaxed experience. "It is important to us that everyone has access to culture and knowledge," emphasizes Büttner during the ceremony. The members actively helped to move the antiquarian bookshop from the 2nd floor to the ground floor, which took place between November 2024 and March 2025.

volunteer engagement in focus

The success and popularity of the association are no coincidence. Volunteering, as the "friends of the book" show, is of great importance in Germany. Studies show that the type and motivation of the engagement can also vary. Many people, like the 69 members of the association, actively get involved and enrich the community. A look at the studies on voluntary commitment shows that numerous factors play a role, including differences in social origin and regional conditions.

In the antiquarian bookshop of the "Friends of the Book", cultural events are also an integral part of the program that is organized by the volunteers. The committed members not only offer a diverse selection of media, but also a pleasant atmosphere with sofas and armchairs for test reading. The antiquarian bookshop is open from Easter to the end of October, which moves many bookworms and music lovers to the Hanseatic city.

a proud tradition

The appointment for the entry in the Golden Book is not only seen as a personal award for Christine Büttner, but also rewardes the joint efforts of all club members and the positive discourse culture in Neustrelitz. The commitment to cultural projects and the promotion of reading is a valuable part of life in the city and beyond. The association "Friends of the Book" e.V. has not only made a name for itself, but is also an important cultural anchor point.

The antiquarian bookshop in Neustrelitz has played an outstanding role as a meeting place for book lovers and those interested in culture. If you are interested in literature and quality of life, you will get your money's worth here. Because one thing is clear: the friends of the book have a good hand for culture and help to further promote love for literature in the region.

For more information about the antiquarian bookshop and the activities of the “Friends of the Book”, visit the website of the antiquarian bookshop or read the article Strelitzius. The importance of voluntary commitments in Germany is also analyzed and discussed on [books.de] (https://www.buecher.de/shop/bevoelkung-emography-emoscopy