Tag: virtual events
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Michael W. Twitty is Next MCPL Contemporary Conversation
Michael W. Twitty, an award-winning culinary historian, food writer, teacher and author, will join the free, online “Contemporary Conversations” series of Montgomery County Public Libraries (MCPL) at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 10. Mr. Twitty will be discussing the connection between the foods and traditions of the African Atlantic and the global Jewish diaspora. Although […]
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Experience Maryland STEM Festival 2022 at MCPL!
Celebrate STEM at MCPL The Maryland STEM Festival is a month-long celebration of science, technology, engineering and mathematics that takes place every Fall. Students, families, friends, STEM professionals, teachers, volunteers will all enjoy events taking place throughout Maryland. We’re proud to host many Maryland STEM Festival events at MCPL this year. Ours are among hundreds […]
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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month 2022 at MCPL!
Join us at the branches and virtually to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month this September and October! This year’s theme is “Unidos: Inclusivity for a Stronger Nation.”Check individual event listings for details, and registration link where that’s required. Hispanic Heritage Month Events Monday, September 26: 2-4pmCoco and Crafts! at Aspen Hill LibraryCelebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with […]
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Purple Line Spotlight on Library Resources Series
In collaboration with the Prince George’s Memorial Library System and the Purple Line Corridor Coalition, MCPL is launching a new digital skills series, “The Purple Line Corridor to Success!” We feature four sessions in May focused on Adult Education and Career Exploration: May Wednesday, May 4th, 12:00-1:15pm: Spotlight on Udemy and Gale courses: Presented in Spanish. Top-rated courses […]
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MoComCon 2022 Essay Contest Winners
First Place Chess: My Life Changing Game, by Joseph Mathew In my early years of education, especially in the first three years of elementary school, I was always reprimanded for my bad behavior in the form of a color-coded behavior chart. Every time I made silly mistakes the teacher would move my name on the […]
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MoComCon 2022 Art Contest Winners
Thanks to all who joined us for January’s virtual MoComCon 2022!, our virtual celebration of all things comics, graphic novels. and fandoms. We’re proud to announce the winners of this year’s art contest. Thank you to all who entered and participated! Children Teens Adults Congratulations to all MoComCon 2022 Art Contest winners!
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Join MoComCon 2022 this January 15
MoComCon 2022, MCPL’s annual celebration of all things comics, graphic novels and fandoms, returns on Saturday, January 15. Check out our schedule of virtual events and join in all day long. Click on each event link below in the schedule to learn more. We will update with direct Zoom links on Saturday morning. MoComCon Event […]
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Maryland Stem Festival 2021 Celebrates Health & Wellness at MCPL
The 2021 Maryland Science Festival (MdSTEMFest), presented by the Biogen Foundation, is a month-long celebration of science, technology, engineering and mathematics that takes place every fall. In 2021, Maryland STEM Festival brings hundreds of events focused on fun, interactive science learning opportunities. Students, families, friends, STEM professionals, teachers, volunteers will all enjoy events taking place […]
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Montgomery County Commission for Women Partners with Montgomery County Public Libraries to Offer Free Financial Health and Wellness Seminars
The Commission for Women and Montgomery County Public Libraries (MCPL) will offer four free financial seminars in October to help women strengthen their financial knowledge and understanding. The sessions are geared to assist women with financial planning but are open to everyone. These free events will be presented on Zoom on Tuesdays in October from […]
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Graphic Novel (10+) and Cartooning (50+) Classes Produce Amazing Art!
A drawing class is a wonderful venue to tell a story, express emotions, communicate and connect with others. Montgomery County Public Libraries (MCPL) conducted two five-session virtual classes in May and June: “Create a Graphic Novel” (for ages 10 and up) and “Cartooning” (for ages 50 +). In partnership with MCPL, illustrator, cartoonist and animator Leila Cabib taught […]