Little Libraries Everywhere

Bringing books — and the library spirit — to every corner of Stoneham

What if you discovered a great book while walking your neighborhood?
What if a child found their first favorite story at the park?
What if the joy of reading met people where they already are?

Image of walking through trees toward the Stoneham Public Library

Help Make It Happen

Little Libraries Everywhere is a community-powered initiative from the Friends of the Stoneham Library to place small, free book-sharing libraries throughout Stoneham — especially in areas furthest from the Stoneham Public Library.

Why It Matters

Little Libraries Everywhere helps:

  • 📚 Expand access to books across town

  • 🏡 Build stronger neighborhood connections

  • 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Inspire young readers and families

  • ❤️ Reinforce the value of the Stoneham Public Library

  • 🤝 Create shared community ownership

Together, we can bring the spirit of the library into everyday spaces.

Or mail a check to:
Friends of the Stoneham Library
431 Main Street, Stoneham, MA 02180

How It Works

Take a book. Leave a book. Share the joy of reading.

Each Little Library is: freely accessible to everyone 📚 stocked with donated books 📚 maintained by volunteers and community hosts 📚 supported by the Friends of the Stoneham Library 📚 connected back to the Stoneham Public Library through QR codes and signage

Get Involved

This is a community-powered initiative — and we need your help.

🏡 Host a Little Library

Have a visible location in your neighborhood? We’re looking for homes, businesses, and community spaces.

🤝 Sponsor a Little Library

Help fund construction and installation. Sponsors will be recognized for supporting literacy and community engagement.

📚 Donate Books

Books from your shelves — or from our Everyday Book Sale — will keep libraries stocked.

🙋 Volunteer

Help install, maintain, or monitor Little Libraries across town.

Let’s work together.

Interested in working together? Let us know. We can't wait to hear from you!


A Community Effort

Little Libraries Everywhere is made possible by the Friends of the Stoneham Library — and by community members who believe that access to books should be everywhere.

Together, we can bring reading, discovery, and connection to every corner of Stoneham.