East Bluff residents will soon be able get a book to read by strolling over to an outdoor library! The city’s first Little Free Library will be unveiled at 5:00 p.m. on May 7th on the grounds of the EastBluffCommunity Center, 511 E. Kansas St.
The Little Free Library is a nationwide program whereby donated books are stocked in a box similar to a bird house. The box is attached to a post which is securely installed at a public location. Children and parents are encouraged to take a book to read and return it for their neighbors to read. Peoria’s Little Free Library was developed by residents and service providers in a coalition called East Bluff – Build it Up! East Bluff resident and coalition member Herb Gress, with assistance from Americorps worker Zack Teague, built the library with funds provided by Peoria Opportunities Foundation.
For information, or to donate books, contact Jane Genzel at 672-5212