Officials at the Public Library of Youngtown & Mahoning County are positioning the system’s Michael Kusalaba branch as a resource for young children and their families.

This year, donations to the campaign will directly support the transformation of the Michael Kusalaba Library on Mahoning Avenue in Youngstown into a dedicated 'Family Place Library.'

The Stewart C. Meyer Library in Harker Heights will host its Family Place program called Stepping Stones this fall.

This program offers families of young children a unique opportunity to learn, play and grow together, according to Erica Rossmiller the children’s librarian.