What are Little Free Libraries?
A Little Free Library is a “take a book, share a book” free book exchange. They come in many shapes and sizes, but the most common version is a small wooden box of books. Anyone may take a book or bring a book to share. Little Free Library book exchanges have a unique, personal touch. There is an understanding that real people are sharing their favorite books with their community; little libraries have been called “mini-town squares.”
Little Free Library book-sharing boxes play an essential community role by providing 24/7 access to books (and encouraging a love of reading!)
For more information, watch this video from littlefreelibrary.org.
Why CanDo Loves Napa’s Little Free Libraries (LFLs)
- They make books easily accessible to everyone in Napa, especially children and young adults.
- They provide new homes for books in good condition that otherwise would be recycled or go to the landfill.
What Neighborhood Volunteers CanDo to Help
- Help keep Napa’s 40+ LFLs exciting and fun by making sure they are infused with new books every month.
- Select an LFL neighborhood route to refill monthly; you just need to keep a count of book titles added each time. Books will be provided to you.
