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Baltimore County Public Library unveils new mobile library STREAM Vehicle

Posted on October 29, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Library on Tuesday introduced its latest innovation in community outreach—the STREAM Vehicle, a mobile library designed to bring educational programming with cutting-edge technology, creativity and fun to youth and families across Baltimore County. Along with traditional services, this library on wheels offers hands-on experiences with makerspaces, fiber arts, virtual reality, gaming, music creation and traditional arts […]

Perry Hall Library to hold its first trunk-or-treat

Posted on October 15, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

PERRY HALL, MD—The Perry Hall Branch of the Baltimore County Public Library will be holding its first trunk-or-treat later this month. The event will take place 6:00 – 7:15 p.m. on Saturday, October 26, 2024 in the branch parking lot. A prize will be awarded for the best-decorated trunk, as voted by the trick-or-treaters. This is a free community-friendly event […]

Baltimore County offices to close on Monday, October 14

Posted on October 11, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County government offices will be closed on Monday, October 14, 2024 due to the federal Columbus Day holiday. All branches of the Baltimore County Public Library and all County senior centers will be closed and CountyRide service will not operate on the holiday. Towson Loop service will operate as scheduled, parking meters must be fed and Baltimore County […]

Baltimore County Public Library to resume Sunday service hours at select branch location

Posted on September 4, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Library this week announced that Sunday hours are returning this weekend, Sunday, September 8, at seven (7) of its 19 branches. The service will run annually starting the Sunday after Labor Day through the Sunday before Memorial Day weekend. The following branches will open to the public on Sundays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Arbutus […]

Application process for 2025-2026 BCPS magnet programs set to begin on September 10

Posted on September 4, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) will begin accepting applications for 2025-2026 magnet programs beginning Tuesday, September 10, 2024, the school system announced this week. A magnet brochure describing program offerings is available online. “Our magnet programs offer amazing opportunities for our students to more fully explore their areas of interest and to earn valuable certifications, college credits, and even […]

Baltimore County offices to close on Monday, September 2 for Labor Day holiday

Posted on August 31, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County government offices will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2024 in recognition of the Labor Day holiday. All branches of the Baltimore County Public Library will be closed, Baltimore County parking meters will be free, and CountyRide vans and the Towson Loop will not operate on the holiday. Additionally, trash, single stream recyclables, and yard materials will […]

Baltimore County Public Library’s Catonsville Branch reopens after $7M renovation

Posted on August 29, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

CATONSVILLE, MD—After 15 months of anticipation, the Catonsville Branch reopened its doors on Wednesday, August 28, 2024. The Catonsville Branch of the Baltimore County Public Library underwent significant renovations over the past several months. The renovation project began in March of 2023. The $7 million renovation included upgrades to the building’s infrastructure, including a modernized sprinkler system, upgraded HVAC, and […]

Baltimore County Public Library Storyville Photo

Baltimore County Public Library to temporarily close Rosedale Storyville for renovations

Posted on August 26, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

ROSEDALE, MD—The Baltimore County Public Library will be closing the Storyville at its Rosedale Branch for extensive renovations that will include painting, new carpeting, and upgraded art. The renovations are scheduled to begin on August 30th and will last until September 21st. These will be the first refurbishments since Storyville opened in 2010, in which time, the area has welcomed […]

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