Baltimore County Public Library: Claudia Cruz joins Board of Library Trustees

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Public Library on Tuesday announced its new Board of Library Trustees member, Claudia Cruz. Appointed by Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski in July, Cruz will sit on the board through 2028. She was welcomed at her first Board of Trustees meeting on Tuesday, September 19. Cruz currently co-owns Bravo Builders LLC and previously worked as a […]

Baltimore County Public Library names new philanthropy, partnerships director

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Public Library has announced the hire of Ann Beegle as Director of Philanthropy and Partnerships to oversee the fundraising strategy for Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library. The nonprofit provides resources to help support library initiatives, including digital equity, Summer Reading Challenge, bookmobiles, Storyville, building improvements and more. In her new role, Beegle will establish a […]

Vision to Learn returns to Baltimore County Public Library to provide free eye exams to children

Towson, MD) – Baltimore County Public Library this week announced the return of Vision To Learn. The nonprofit dedicated to providing free eye exams and, if needed, glasses to children visits 15 of our branches over the summer months. Studies have consistently shown that clear vision is directly linked to a child’s ability to learn effectively. Unfortunately, many children in […]

Baltimore County Public Library CEO Sonia Alcantara-Antoine selected as The Daily Record’s Top 100 Women recipient

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Public Library this week announced that its CEO, Sonia Alcántara-Antoine, has been selected as one of The Daily Record‘s Top 100 Women for 2023. The honor recognizes women in Maryland who have demonstrated professional accomplishments, community leadership and mentoring. Alcántara-Antoine took the helm in 2021 and has been instrumental in expanding the library’s services and programs […]

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

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 […]

Baltimore County Public Library again partners with Vision To Learn to provide children with free glasses

TOWSON, MD—In an effort to supply children in low-income households with glasses for the coming school year, Baltimore County Public Library is once again partnering with the nonprofit Vision To Learn, which will visit 12 of our branches over the summer months. Children who step aboard the organization’s mobile vision clinic will receive free eye exams and if needed, new […]

Baltimore County Public Library kicks off 2022 Summer Reading Challenge, announces summer meal program

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Public Library has announced the launch of the 2022 Summer Reading Challenge. This year’s theme is “Oceans of Possibilities” and the challenge will run from June 21 to August 28, with a kickoff party on Saturday, June 18th. Families are invited to join the event from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the North Point Branch, […]