The Frankfurt Municipal Library is composed of a widely ramified library system. It includes the
Central Library, the Music Library/Mediathek, the Central Children's and Youth Library, 19 city
district libraries, two mobile libraries and 41 school libraries. The programme covers reference and
textbooks from all fields of knowledge, belles lettres, literature for children and young adults, music
notes and audio-visual media. The libraries are also venues for changing exhibitions, readings and
lectures. Emphasis is on children's library activities and, in close cooperation with local organizations,
the promotion of local cultural life for national and foreign residents.