Welcome to Rutabaga Toy Library!

A zero-waste solution for eco-conscious families.

Serving Philadelphia families with children ages 0-8.

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Sharing, instead of buying, benefits the environment & strengthens communities.

 
🎃👻 We’re so excited for our Costume Sale THIS Saturday at Rutabaga! It’s not too late to drop off your gently used costumes—donations are welcome all week. Every costume sold supports our Scholarship Fund, so you’ll feel go
🚒 Available to Borrow: Green Toys Fire Truck 🚒 Why we love it: Green Toys are made safe and sustainably with 100% recycled plastic. This fire truck is a favorite in the library—for kids who love wheels, imaginary play, and big rescue adventu
At Rutabaga, we’re reimagining what community play looks like—building a culture of sharing, creativity, and collaborative joy. 💛 When kids know they’re borrowing, they learn to care for toys, share resources, and grow a stronger s
✨ Morning Sprouts is in full bloom! ✨ Our October schedule is now open, and we still have a few spots left for our Wednesday morning drop-off program (9–12). 🌱 No potty training necessary, just a love for play! Morning Sprouts is a wonderful
🌈 Available to Borrow: Grimm’s Wooden Rainbow 🌈 Why we love it: Beautifully crafted from wood and finished with safe, non-toxic water-based colors—perfect for little hands. The rainbow’s endless possibilities inspire towers, tunn
✨👻 Calling all outgrown costumes! 👻✨ Have Halloween costumes your kids have outgrown? Drop them off at Rutabaga and give them a second life with another family! 🎃👗🦸‍♀️ Your donated costumes will be part of our Costume Sale on Saturday, Oct
Borrowing toys keeps life simple and shelves clear—so there’s more room for the moments that matter most. 💛 #ToyLibrary #RutabagaToyLibrary #MakeSpaceForWhatMatters #PhiladelphiaFamilies #EastFalls #PhillyParents #ToyBorrowing #Sustaina
🎃👻 Spooky season is coming... and so is our 7th Annual East Falls Halloween Parade & Block Party! 🦇🎉 Hosted by Rutabaga Toy Library, this beloved neighborhood tradition brought out 500+ ghouls and goblins last year—and we’re going
Connect through play—without adding more stuff to your shelves. 💛 With Rutabaga’s toy borrowing, you’ll find all kinds of toys to spark joy, share interests, and make memories together. #ToyLibrary #RutabagaToyLibrary #Philadelph
👻🎃 Costume Sale at Rutabaga! 🎃👻 Looking for the perfect Halloween costume without breaking the bank or the planet? Come shop our Costume Sale on Saturday, October 4th, 9 AM–1 PM! ✨ 🌟 Find something fantastic for Halloween, dress-up, or i