TRAFALGAR, Ind. – The Trafalgar branch of the Johnson County Public Library has opened a new Play and Learn space designed to honor the rural nature of the Library’s service area. The area incorporates elements of the Library’s natural surroundings, including the native prairie and honey bees on the property.
The Play and Learn space includes several interactive and educational features for the youngest Johnson County residents. Children can explore a barn, pick fruits and vegetables on the farm, make purchases at the Farmers Market, and cook something delicious to serve at the café.
JCPL Assistant Director Sarah Taylor said, “Play is vital to a child’s development. It helps build literacy skills, supports social and emotional development, and increases vocabulary. Our goal is to create an early learning space that encourages families to gather together, meet new friends, and support kindergarten readiness skills.”
The Johnson County Public Library will cut the ribbon on the new Play and Learn space at the Trafalgar Branch Library on Monday, August 5. The celebration includes a ribbon-cutting ceremony, fun activities, refreshments, and a visit by the Library mascot, Bibli. The ribbon-cutting is set for 3 p.m. and the celebration ends at 5 p.m.
Taylor stated, “We are grateful for the support of the Branigin Foundation. We believe that every child in our community should have access to a high-quality learning environment, and the Branigin Foundation’s contribution helped make this possible.”
