Little Free Library
These book-sharing boxes give 24/7 access to reading and bring community members together to share their joy of the written word
The Little Free Library is a non-profit organization that strives to give everyone access to free books. Anyone may take a book to read for free without having to give up one in return. The library uses the honor system to ensure that there are always books available so book donations to a library are welcomed.
Recently, GPARC installed several Little Free Libraries on City property, and visitors can enjoy sharing books all year. In addition, GPARC has constructed more libraries, which are awaiting installation. It has been a team effort. GPARC obtained funding and chose locations based on convenience and accessibility, such as parks and near schools. Local Scouts have built most of the libraries. Artists from the area have decorated the libraries with images of birds, plants, Gaithersburg events, and more.
Donate Books
Your gift to Little Free Library supports our mission to be a catalyst for building community, inspiring readers, and expanding book access for all.
Adopt a Library
If you want to start a Little Free Library book exchange in your neighborhood, you are in the right place. We are here to help you every step of the way.
Hold a Book Drive
There is always a need for additional books to be distributed to the many Little Free Libraries throughout the Gaithersburg communities.
Sponsor a Library
Your gift to Little Free Library supports our mission to be a catalyst for building community, inspiring readers, and expanding book access for all.
Gaithersburg Little Free Library Locations
It is easy to find the location of Little Free Libraries around your community. Just enter in your location and let the map help you!
Great Books for Great Kids
After consulting with educators in our community, GPARC has identified the following categories as especially valuable to our diverse youth population:
- Multicultural books featuring diverse characters (ages 5 – 10)
- Picture books and other books for beginning readers
- Award-winners, such as Caldecott Medal & Honor, Newbery, and Coretta Scott King Book Award recipients
- Graphic novels for third and fourth graders such as “Dogman,” “Diary of a Wimpy Kid,” and “Dork Diaries”
- Non-fiction focused on animals, sports, science, Black history, cooking, crafts, and current events.
- Books in Spanish, French, Mandarin, Korean, and bilingual books. (Books in any language are welcome!)
Little Free Library
An evolving suite of programs designed to bring attention to the importance of the written word in all its forms and the impactful role that literature plays in our lives.
Your Support Makes All the Difference
Our vision is to install several new libraries each year — but we cannot do it without your support. Donate to the Little Free Libraries program, or sign up to monitor and supply an existing Little Free Library. Help us identify our next locations. If you know about a group that would be a potential partner, please reach out.
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