Tag: branches
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Join the 7th Annual Olney Writer’s Group Literary Forum
The Olney Writer’s Group presents the 5/7 literary forum featuring local authors. Join us for a literary forum on May 7 from 2-4pm at the Olney Library, including readings by local writers of newly-published works or works-in-progress. Please come out and support these talented authors from our own community! Works are in a variety of […]
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April Fun in the Branches
Head to our Branches for indoor fun this month! Gaithersburg Library 4/1-4/310 maryland Wildflower Scavenger Hunt Germantown Library 4/1-4/30 spring scavenger hunt 4/4 drop-in craft: create your own pinwheel Drop-in and celebrate spring by coloring and creating your own pinwheel! 4/8 Storytime stations Read, sing, write, talk & play your way through each of our […]
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MCPL Celebrates National Poetry Month 2023
National Poetry Month at MCPL! Celebrate National Poetry Month with special displays in our branches, and several programs that honor this beloved literary form. Saturday, April 8: 2-3:30pmDIY Magnetic Poetry at Kensington Park Library 2:30-4pmTeen Advisory Board Meeting & Poetry Slam! – presented by the Teen Advisory Board at Aspen Hill Library Saturday, April 22 […]
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Potomac Library to Reopen April 15 after Refresh
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich will join Montgomery County Public Libraries (MCPL), other officials and community members at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 15, for ceremonies reopening the Potomac Library. The branch has been closed since May 22, 2022, for significant renovations. The Potomac Library is located at 10101 Glenolden Dr. in Potomac. “The Potomac […]
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March Fun in the Branches
Head to our Branches for indoor fun this month! Gaithersburg Library 3/4-3/31 Tolkien reading day scavenger hunt Germantown Library 3/1-3/31 Battle of the BOoks In a showdown of literary proportions, who will come out victorious? Each week, vote for your favorite reads to see who will move on to the next round. Voting cards will […]
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Potomac Library Refresh: February 2023 Update
Since January’s update, progress at Potomac Library has included completion of the exterior door installation, completion of shelving installation, finishing the staff lounge, and the beginning of the installation of furniture and room signs. Learn more about the MCPL refresh projects.
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Hatchlings, Part One: Ready to Hatch
MCPL is thrilled to be participating in Hatchlings, a Maryland State Library-sponsored program developed by the creator of Mother Goose on the Loose, Dr. Betsy Diamant-Cohen. This program helps expectant and new parents build the skills they need to be their child’s first teachers. Ready to Hatch Part One of the two-part Hatchlings program is called Ready […]
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February Fun in the Branches
Head to our Branches for indoor fun this month! Germantown Library 2/1 Special Display: Find a New Friend Don’t judge a book by its cover! During the month of February, choose a SURPRISE book from our special display. Then, review the book with the included form and bring it back to the librarian for a bookmark* […]
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Potomac Library Refresh: January Update
Since December’s update, progress at Potomac Library has included completion of new study rooms, public restroom tiles and fixtures, and all flooring, paint, interior doors, and window treatments. Work is in progress on the staff kitchen and bathroom, lighting, new entry doors and shelving throughout the building. Photos of Potomac Library Refresh Progress Learn more about the MCPL […]
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January Fun in the Branches
Head to our Branches for indoor fun this month! Damascus Library 1/22 Scavenger Hunt: Year of the Rabbit Germantown Library 1/11, 1/18 & 1/25Drop-in Chess 1/14 10:30AM-4:30PM MoComCon 2023 – Dungeons & Dragons Demo MoComCon 2023 – Collaborative Art Station MoComCon 2023 – Selfie Station MoComCon 2023 – Button Making MoComCon 2023 – Take & […]