Let's build a more playful world together!
What We Do
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How We Play
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Locally, we model a playful community through annual Play Days and yearly events here in Takoma Park, MD. Anyone can join us for the fun! Globally, we inspire others to create playful events in their community with personalized support, materials, and playful knowledge.
Story Walks can be found at:
- libraries
- parks
- schools
- neighborhoods
Usually, Story Walks presents children’s books along a path or trail, displaying page by page for the audience to enjoy.
- What are your favorite books? You can set up your favorite fairytales, and adventurous children’s books out on your own story walk in a local area near you!
Now - August (WAITLISTED)
We are excited to announce a new opportunity for communities to host their very own Story Walks! This interactive event combines the joy of reading with the benefits of outdoor activity, creating a unique experience for all ages.
PROJECT APPLICATIONS CURRENTLY WAITLISTED!!
STAY UP TO DATE WITH FUTURE COMMUNITY EVENTS AND FUNDING PROJECTS HERE!
CALL TO ACTION
How You Can Help
Your donation assists LPA and our mission of spreading play throughout communities! By donating, your contributions provide play equipment for local communities, help fund event performers so everyone can enjoy for free, rent schools/halls for venues, as well as expand the hours of our hardworking staff to keep our organization running efficiently.
Help make the world more playful!
Learn how you can volunteer to help spread play to children and adults!
GET INVOLVED NOW
Make Your Play Day the BEST Play Day!
Build Your Own Playday
Ready to start your very own Play Day in your local community? We can help with an informative Play Day Handbook, educational resources, and ways to apply for Play Day funding!
Rent Play Equipment
Take advantage of our extensive supply of play equipment–from dress up clothes, to board games, to large outdoor games, and even see-saws. We have what you need to make the day playful!
Play Day Handbook
Want to plan your own Play Day, but have no idea where to begin? This digital resource comes with links to videos, articles, and expertise designed to inspire a Play Day in your community.
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INTRODUCTION OF US
Our Playful Promise to our Community...
- We believe in the benefits of play.
- We believe that play is a vital part of the human experience.
- We believe play grows relationships and builds communities.
- We believe in advocating for equitable access to play.
- We believe in empowering communities to build their own tradition of play.
Upcoming events
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- 6:00pm-9:00pm
- 7510 Maple Ave, Takoma Park, MD 20912
6th
August
- 10am-2pm
- 7611 Piney Branch Rd, Takoma Park, MD 20912
21st
Sept.
Thank You to our Sponsors!
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