By Conni Strittmatter, Children’s Librarian, Baltimore County Public Library In the month of February, we celebrate Black History Month and the strides for justice made by those before us. In honor of these brave individuals, enjoy these tales of coming together, fighting for what you believe or maybe even just …
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The Govans neighborhood of Baltimore will host a StoryWalk through June 30. Families can pick up a program guide at the Govans branch of the Enoch Pratt Free Library, which will tell them where to find each page of “The Kindness Book” by New York Times Bestselling author Todd …
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Baltimore County Public Library’s popular Summer Reading Challenge kicks off this Saturday, June 18. To celebrate the 39th season, the 2022 series will officially launch with a party at the North Point Branch in Dundalk from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Stop by for face painting, balloons, a scavenger …
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March is National Reading Month. When you were a child, did you have a love for books and the array of universes that reading opens? Promoting literacy is important, especially in a society that may not always inspire the enthusiastic consumption of books. According to 2020 results from a …
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Title: Assistant library manager at the Reisterstown Branch of Baltimore County Public Library Lives: Baltimore Family: Julia (wife), Sophie (4 years old), Madelyn (2 months) What’s the hardest part about juggling parenthood and your career? Something I call energy management, making sure I still have energy, patience and enthusiasm …
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Baltimore County Public Libraries will have a limited number of COVID-19 rapid tests available for pickup this weekend. Tests will be available on Friday, Jan. 21, at the Pikesville branch only and on Saturday at all other branches. Distribution will begin at 9 a.m. on both days. Each person …
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Make back to school and Halloween memorable with these spirited book selections. Board Books “Happy Halloween, Daniel Tiger!” by Angela C. Santomero Fans of “Mister Rogers Neighborhood” will enjoy reading about Daniel Tiger and his neighborhood as they prepare for Halloween. Daniel Tiger and his neighbors are dressing up …
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The Baltimore County Public Library is providing free meals and after-school snacks to children in need at several participating branches. All children age 18 and younger are eligible to pick up grab-and-go packs every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 2:30-4:30 p.m. Packs include two snacks with juice and two …
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The Reisterstown branch of the Baltimore County Public Library now features a new play section for children, a new teen space and a modernized interior with more room to meet and opportunities for digital growth. The branch reopened in September after a 14-month renovation for $3.8 million—funded in part by …
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Ease the return-to-school jitters with stories about schooltime adventures. Board Book “Pete the Kitty’s First Day of Preschool” by Kimberly and James Dean Pete the Kitty is getting ready for his first day of preschool in this fun and colorful board book. Armed with his school supplies, snacks and a …
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