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It’s time for a community toy swap!
Join us on Saturday, August 3 from 10 am-12 pm for a community toy swap at the Main Library. This event is open to all families; please see below for rules and details. Email Meredith at mwfournier@minlib.net with any questions.
What Can You Swap?
Any gently used childrens toys can be brought to the toy swap to be exchanged! Please make sure all items are clean, free of damage, and in good condition. Puzzles and games must have ALL their pieces, toys with batteries must be functional, and items must be no more than a few years old.
How Does This Work?
We ask that all participating families bring at least one (1) toy to exchange, but no more than five (5). Each family that donates items will receive 5 tickets at the event check-in. Smaller items will cost one ticket each, while larger items will cost two tickets.
Toys may be dropped off in the Children's Room in advance during the week of July 29-August 2; please be sure to leave your last name with a Children's Room staff member when doing so.
From 10-10:30 am on August 3, families are welcome to arrive, stop by the check-in table to drop off any toys they’ve brought/receive their trade-in tickets, and browse the available items. Families can begin ‘buying’ their items at 10:30 am by selecting their chosen toys and trading in the corresponding amount of tickets at the check-in table. Donations and trade-ins will continue to be accepted until 12 pm; all remaining items will be donated to local organizations.
Grown ups, please be sure to set expectations with children before the swap! This event is a wonderful way for families to connect and freshen up their toy selections at home without spending money or throwing out good toys. However, it is a first come, first serve basis, and though we want everyone to leave happy and smiling, the library will not be regulating who gets what beyond the ticket trade in.
Got toys you want to donate but not interested in taking any home? Please feel free to drop them off prior to August 3 for our families to enjoy. Any families not participating in the swap may browse the remaining toys at 12 pm.
Thank you!
AGE GROUP: | Preschool (Ages 3-5) | Elementary School | Baby/Toddler (Ages 0-3) | All Ages |
EVENT TYPE: | Parenting | General | Fun & Games |
The Main Library is located on Church Street in Dedham Square. In addition to traditional library material, the Main Library also houses town archives, the Dedham Collection.
