First Source Federal Credit Union partnered with Broadway Utica to help collect books for local children in need.

The book drive began in mid-March and ended today when cast members from "Beauty and the Beast"  stopped by First Source to collect the donations.

30 boxes of books from First Source employees, members and the community were donated.

The books will benefit Utica's Refugee Center, the House of the Good Shepherd and the Neighborhood Center.

Broadway Utica presents "Beauty and the Beast" on April 7th and April 8th at the Stanley Theater at 7:00.  For ticket information, visit www.broadwayutica.com.

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