Munich’s library system
March 2nd, 2007 by 
Deanne
There are over 30 branches in the Munich library system (Muenchen Stadtbibliothek). If you are a resident of Munich, you can sign up for a library card at your local branch. Membership at one branch gives you membership access to all the branches. Many branches have an English-language section. In addition to books, you can check out CDs, DVDs, and games, for children teens and adults.
Most of the libraries have sections for children and teens. Branches with children’s sections typically have a small reading area with child sized-chairs or pillows, and a few toys. The children’s section of your local branch can be a nice alternative to the playground on a rainy day. Several of the branches host special events and regular activities for children. Story time in German, and occasionally in English, is common. Activities that are available for children can be accessed from each branch’s website. (See web address below).
The city’s main library is housed in the Gasteig on Rosenheimer Platz. The Gasteig is a cultural center that offers the music, lectures, the library, and much more. There is an entire library branch dedicated to children and young people in the Gasteig. This library is called the Kinder- and Jugendbibliothek, and it has a separate entrance from the main library. This library is also a great place to pick up free resources on parenting and events and activities for children.
There is a small playground behind the Gasteig so your kid can run off some energy after a trip to the library. There are also several cafes and restaurants in the Gasteig if you need a bite to eat.
Website: http://www.muenchner-stadtbibliothek.de/page.php?pageid=9. This site provides a map of the locations of all the branches of the Muenchen Statdtbibliothek. Click on a location to get specific information for that branch.
Kinder- and Jugendbibliothek (Children and Young People’s Library)
Address: Rosenheimer Strasse 5, 81667 Munich
Phone: (089) 480 98 3888
Website: http://www.muenchner-stadtbibliothek.de/page.php?pageid=84
Nearest Public Transportation: S1-S8, Rosenheimer Platz; Tram 18, Am Gasteig; Tram 15,25 Rosenheimer Platz
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