Hi! I’m Janet. I’m a children’s librarian turned small business owner. Welcome to my business blog where we will go from concept to brick and mortar for Southern Indiana’s premier play café. I’m so glad you’re here!

It may seem like a stretch to go from librarianship to indoor playground operator but play is actively linked to cognitive, social, and physical growth. As a children’s librarian, I am intimately acquainted with early childhood development. My capstone for my master’s degree was based on the detrimental effects of screens in early childhood, and how free play and parental engagement are so primary for baby and toddler development.

In my work as a children’s librarian, I am known for creating in-depth themed playscapes with sensory elements, STEAM engagement, and imaginative play. What I did weekly at the library, on a small scale, I hope to do daily and bigger at Recess Play Café. I want to curate welcoming environments for both children and adults to explore, create, and build lasting memories.

Thank you for joining me on this journey. Let's build a community where play flourishes!

Warmest regards,

Janet