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Montgomery County Public Libraries Releases New Strategic Plan
Montgomery County Public Libraries (MCPL) has unveiled a new strategic plan effective Fiscal Year 2023 through Fiscal Year 2026. The new strategic plan defines MCPL’s core mission, values and community-centered vision for increasing equity in access and opportunity while identifying goal areas that will be the main focus over the next three years. MCPL will continue to…
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MCPL Celebrates Successful Oceans of Possibilities Summer Reading Challenge!
In partnership with the Chesapeake Bay Foundation and the Washington Nationals, Montgomery County Public Libraries is thrilled to announce the conclusion of a wildly successful 2022 Summer Reading Challenge! MCPL is grateful to The Friends of the Library, Montgomery County, MD and the CBF for their support of this partnership, and is very pleased that our young readers have…
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September Fun in the Branches
In addition to our full calendar of events, each MCPL branch plans and provides activities you can take a break to enjoy while you’re browsing! Gaithersburg Library 9/1Scavenger Hunt: Dewey Decimal System Germantown Library 9/22Drop-in Baby Social Hour 9/26, 12-2pmDrop-in Craft: Make Your Own Library Card Lanyard 9/14, 9/21, & 9/28Drop-in ChessDrop on in and…
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MCPL and Montgomery County Board of Elections to Celebrate National Voter Registration Day on Sept. 20, 2022
The Montgomery County Board of Elections (BOE) will provide information tables at select branches of Montgomery County Public Libraries on Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2022 in celebration of National Voter Registration Day. National Voter Registration Day is a national holiday celebrating our democracy. The Montgomery County Board of Elections and Public Libraries want to create broad awareness of voter registration opportunities to…
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Back to School 2022 with MCPL!
Back to School for the Whole Family! Montgomery County schools are back in session, and it’s a great time to check out MCPL’s digital educational resources for the whole family, all available with your library card. Check out some featured resources below, and visit mcpl.link/KeepLearning for many more! MCPL Educational Resources Career Online High School:…
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Playaway Launchpads Available at MCPL!
The Launchpads have landed! MCPL is excited to announce the arrival of nearly 1000 Launchpads for children. Launchpads are pre-loaded tablets designed specifically for children from preschool age through sixth grade. Because they have a simple, intuitive interface, they are easy to use. And because they do not use wi-fi or the internet, they are…
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August Fun in the Branches
In addition to our full calendar of events, each MCPL branch plans and provides activities you can take a break to enjoy while you’re browsing! Davis Library 8/1Harry Potter Scavenger Hunt Gaithersburg Library 8/14Paper Plate Jellyfish Germantown Library 8/3, 8/10, 24 & 31Drop-in ChessDrop on in and join fellow enthusiasts for a friendly game of chess.…
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MCPL Partners with the Washington Nationals for Oceans of Possibilities Summer Reading Challenge!
Summer! It’s Time for Reading, Baseball and Saving the Chesapeake Bay! Montgomery County Public Libraries is thrilled to partner for the third year in a row with the Washington Nationals to support our Oceans of Possibilities Summer Reading Challenge! Our goal this summer is to help save the Chesapeake Bay. Participants can do that by…
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Oceans of Possibilities for Shark Appreciation Week
Get your fins on, because MCPL’s Shark Appreciation Week 2022 is slicing through the summer! From July 24 to 30, you can celebrate all things shark at Montgomery County Public Libraries. Shark Appreciation Week Events! In addition to the usual books, e-books, e-audio books, e-comics, streaming movies, music, and other electronic resources to learn about…
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July Fun in the Branches!
In addition to our full calendar of events, each MCPL branch plans and provides activities you can take a break to enjoy while you’re browsing! This month, enjoy Shark Appreciation Week take and makes, a weekly afternoon of chess at the Germantown Library, and more. Read on, and stop in the branches soon! Gaithersburg Library…
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The 2022 Primary Election Voters’ Guide is Here!
The 2022 Primary Election Voters’ Guide is Here! Find your copy at any branch of the Montgomery County Library The League of Women Voters of Montgomery County, MD Voters’ Guide includes candidate responses to questions asked by the non-partisan League. Use it to assist you in your decision-making process as you prepare to vote your…
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MCPL’s Summer Reading Challenge! Sign up TODAY!
Sign up for Summer Reading Challenge! June 15 is the first day for kids from birth-19 to sign up for Montgomery County Public Libraries’ Oceans of Possibilities Summer Reading Challenge! Watch the video for more details and sign up here or at any MCPL branch! Summer Reading Challenge! Kick-off Party June 18! The 2022 Summer…