Family Place

Woman and her two children reading together at the library

Family Place at Metro Library

Metro Library participates in the nationwide Family Place program. By participating in the program, we commit to providing:

  • Developmentally appropriate programming for young children and their families including storytimes, playtimes, and parent-child workshops like 123! Play with Me!
  • Specially designed space for young children and their families.
  • Collections of books, toys and other materials for babies, toddlers, parents and family service professionals.
  • Early childhood literacy training to our library staff

What is Family Place?

Family Place Libraries™ is a nationwide network of children’s librarians who embrace the fact that literacy begins at birth, and libraries can help build healthy communities by nourishing healthy families. The Family Place Libraries network currently includes more than 450 sites in 29 states and continues to grow.

A proven change agent, Family Place Libraries transforms libraries into community centers for early literacy & learning, parent education and engagement, family support and community connectivity helping to ensure all children enter school ready and able to learn.

Learn more about Family Place Libraries™ on their website.