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Baltimore County offices to close for Thanksgiving holiday, late-week trash collection schedules to ‘slide’

Posted on November 22, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—In recognition of the Thanksgiving holiday, Baltimore County government offices, including Department of Health and Human Services clinics and testing sites, will be closed on Thursday, November 24. Additionally, Towson Loop service and CountyRide van service will not operate and all branches of the Baltimore County Public Library will be will be closed. County parking meters are free on […]

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White Marsh library branch to close for two weeks

Posted on November 7, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

WHITE MARSH, MD—The Baltimore County Public Library branch in White Marsh will be closed for two weeks, officials have announced. The White Marsh branch, located at 8133 Sandpiper Circle (21236), will be closed November 7 through November 20 for repairs and renovations. The closure includes curbside drop-off, notary services, and passport services. Other nearby BCPL branches can be found online […]

Baltimore County Public Library to launch Teen Advisory Board

Posted on October 22, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Library this week announced the launch of a new Teen Advisory Board (TAB) program that runs from December 2022 to March 2023. As a part of TAB, teenagers gain leadership and teamwork skills, create a teen-led community service project, give input on programs, services and new initiatives, earn service-learning hours and make new friends. Applications are […]

Baltimore County Public Library announces newest member of Board of Library Trustees

Posted on October 7, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Library has announced the newest member of its Board of Library Trustees, Havaca Ganguly, who was appointed by Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski in August. Ganguly is currently the executive director for The Middendorf Foundation, a nonprofit supporting the arts, historic preservation, social services, health, environment and education. She hopes that her network can help support […]

Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library announces Tales of the Dead contest winners

Posted on October 5, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Library challenged writers of all ages to write original horror stories with a “Moonlit Masquerade” theme in its Tales of the Dead Short Horror Story Contest. Six winners were chosen, and for the first time ever, one of the winners isn’t local. The winner of the Over 21 category, Carrie Donovan, lives in Germany. The Tales […]

Baltimore County Public Library to hold giveaway for Library Card Sign-Up Month

Posted on September 8, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

NOTTINGHAM, MD—September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month and Baltimore County Public Library is celebrating with a giveaway. Participants must use their Baltimore County Public Library card to check out eight physical items, which could include books, DVDs, CDs, video games, or Library of Things items between September 1 and 30. Participants in need of a library card may register […]

Perry Hall resident, NY Times bestselling author coming to BCPL Perry Hall branch

Posted on September 6, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

PERRY HALL, MD—Perry Hall resident and New York Times bestselling author Peggy Rowe is coming to the Baltimore County Public Library. The event will be held 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at the Perry Hall branch. Rowe will read her latest book, “Vacuuming in the Nude,” and hold a discussion with guests. BCPL officials say this will […]

Baltimore County Public Library encourages families to use branches as resource during upcoming school year

Posted on August 26, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Another school year is underway for Baltimore County Public Schools’ students and staff. Baltimore County Public Library officials are reminding families that the library is more than just books. BCPL has access to several in-person and online tools, e-sources, and engaging programs to help students and their families navigate the school year. While all Baltimore County residents are able […]

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