Families can save money by borrowing toys that are quickly outgrown instead of buying them, says Toy Libraries Ireland. Nearly 80 per cent of all toys end up in landfill, incinerators or the ocean, according to Toy Libraries Ireland. Set up and run on a voluntary basis by individuals and community groups who are passionate about high-quality, sustainable play, toy libraries are helping families to save money, cut down on clutter and reduce waste. You’ll find toy libraries at the Carrig Centre in Ballincollig, Cork, in Ongar community centre in northwest Dublin, and in the Flemington centre in Balbriggan too, says Toy Libraries Ireland. Toy Libraries Ireland has put together a “how-to” guide providing practical information for getting your community toy library off the ground.
