There’s a day to celebrate rubber duckies…a Donut Day…there’s even a National Melba Toast Day. (Extra points for who can tell me what or who a melba is.) But there is only one day where you can celebrate exploring all these things at once: Take Your Child to the Library Day on February 7th.
If you are a regular visitor to your local library, then the secret is out. We’re not just about books. We’re free childcare support – have you seen some of our new indoor play structures or joined our weekly storytimes? We’re safe spaces for kids and teens to socialize in person – attend any one of our many afterschool clubs and interest groups and see for yourself. We’re community centers where patrons can print for free, get tech support, check out themed backpacks and gadgets, receive tax aid, go on outdoor adventures, meet new friends, learn to paint, sew, and just about anything else you might be curious about – even how to make melbas. And it’s All. Always. Free.
Started in 2011 by retired librarian Nadine Lipman of Waterford, Connecticut, Take Your Child to the Library Day is a day to celebrate and acknowledge the vital role libraries play in communities across the United States and beyond. And while every day is a day to take your child – or yourself – to the library, 18 of our TRL branches will be officially participating in the February 7th celebration that connects libraries all over the world. That means you can head to a branch near you to find fun events, activities, and programs that show why we’re leaders in bridging the digital divide and champions of enriching, in-person experiences. It’s like it’s our birthday, but we’re the ones throwing the party! For more information on what’s happening for TYCLD at a library near you, explore our events calendar or visit one of the following TRL branches:
