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MCPL Launches Mobile Hotspot Lending Program
Montgomery County Public Libraries (MCPL) launched “Internet to Go,” our mobile hotspot lending program for the public. MCPL has a collection of 250 Verizon MiFi Mobile hotspots that will be available at all of our locations currently providing public service. “We know that the digital divide affects many of our County residents each day, and…
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Join December Workforce and Job Seeker Programs at MCPL!
MCPL offers a variety of resources for those seeking employment, available to you virtually during COVID. Check out our online classes or attend a workforce development program. We’ve listed our December programs below, but they recur monthly, so visit our Events Calendar for more in the future. We’ve got you covered! Job Search Strategies (in…
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How to Check Out Books at MCPL!
We want to make sure all MCPL patrons have access to our materials while branches are closed for browsing during the COVID-19 pandemic. Log onto our website at www.montgomerycountymd.gov/library to find all electronic resources, and place books on hold for pickup at your local branch. Our librarians created a presentation on how to check out books,…
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Read 2020 Award-Winners on Hoopla!
Looking for something new to read? Check out some “best of” and award-winning titles on Hoopla–available with NO holds, NO waits, with your MCPL card! Learn more at mcpl.link/hoopla. Shuggie Bain by Douglas Stuart: 2020 Booker Prize Winner. Writers & Lovers by Lily King: Washington Post’s Best Books of 2020 Black Sunday by Tola Rotimi Abraham:…
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Librarian’s Choice – Friendship in a Time of Tragedy
By Lisa Navidi, Davis Library Every year the Maryland Humanities Commission, through The One Maryland One Book program chooses a book that promotes discussion in the community and sponsors book discussions throughout Maryland. For 2020 they chose The Island of Sea Women by Lisa See, one of the most memorable books I have read this…
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We Recommend — Books to Help You See Big Picture
These are challenging times, and these titles might help, whether you’re anxious about the future, or just want to benefit from the wisdom of others. These books are all available on our shelves, on the Libby App or Hoopla. Look out for a few current or former locals among the authors, too! Everything Beautiful in…
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MoComCon Art, Cosplay & Essay Contest Open!
Today is the first day for entries to the MoComCon 2021 Art, Cosplay and Essay Contest. You have three options to participate in this year’s competition: Create artwork of your favorite character from any fandom, book, television show, or movie, or invent your own original character! Create and dress up in a costume of your…
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Thanksgiving History and Food Books
This list of Thanksgiving picture books and juvenile fiction titles focus on history and food — along with family, the most important parts of the holiday for those who celebrate. These books are perfect for sharing with kids, siblings, caregivers–in person or over Zoom! And best of all, they’re all available at MCPL, for pick-up…
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Books About Gratitude for a Thankful Thanksgiving
The Berenstain Bears and the Prize Pumpkin, Stan & Jan Berenstain The Berenstain Bears’ Thanksgiving, Stan & Jan Berenstain Franklin’s Thanksgiving, Paulette Bourgois Clifford’s Thanksgiving Visit, Norman Bridwell I am Thankful, Suzy Capozzi Look and Be Grateful, Tomie DePaola Llama Llama Gives Thanks, Anna Dewdney I’m Feeling Thankful, Natalie Shaw Gobble, Gobble, Jo Ryan Gracias,…
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Family Fun Thanksgiving Books for Kids
Thanksgiving is the ultimate family holiday, and there’s no better time to share Thanksgiving books together with our closest people! This list of picture books and juvenile fiction titles with a family and fun theme are perfect for sharing with kids, siblings, caregivers–in person or over Zoom! And best of all, they’re all available at…
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Resources for Teachers
Find helpful links, databases, and guides for teachers and parents at MCPL! These are authoritative resources–meaning they are from reputable sources–and we pay for many of them, so they’re free to you with your library card. If you don’t have a library card, you can get one here right now! Education Source Offers thousands of education-related…
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Middle School Homework Resources
Need to do research for homework? Check out these MCPL e-resources! These are authoritative resources- the library pays for them, so they’re free to you with your library card. Don’t have a library card? Get one here. World Book Online (K–12) Research, Science, History Ben’s Guide Civics, Election Information,& U.S. Government documents Explora Secondary School…