Baltimore County Public Library Archives

Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library announces 2024 BIG Give campaign, partnership with local breweries

Posted on April 25, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library is hosting its annual BIG Give campaign from May 1 through June 30, 2024, soliciting donations to support vital library programs and services. One hundred percent of funds donated will go directly toward the causes, eliminating salaries, overhead, and other fancy fundraising event expenses. The funds raised will help the library improve […]

Johnny Olszewski Baltimore County Budget Announcement 20230413

Olszewski releases $5 billion FY2025 budget providing education funding and investments in recreation and parks, public safety

Posted on April 11, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Thursday submitted a $5 billion budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2025 that provides billions for public education, historic investments in recreation and parks, and continued funding for key priorities that will move Baltimore County forward, including public safety, housing and community development, sustainability, public works and transportation, libraries, and beyond. “Building a better […]

Baltimore County Public Library to celebrate National Library Week

Posted on April 6, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Library joins libraries across the country in celebrating National Library Week, which runs Sunday, April 7, through Saturday, April 13. National Library Week is a time to shine a light on the important role that libraries play in society and to encourage people to take advantage of the resources that libraries provide. This year’s American Library […]

Spring Break Baltimore County Public Library Kona Ice

Baltimore County Public Library to feature giveaways, activities over spring break

Posted on March 19, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—With spring break just around the corner, Baltimore County Public Library encourages families to Be All In, visiting one of the 18 open branches between March 23 and April 1. Along with BCPL’s large collection of books, CDs, DVDs, video games and Library of Things items, branches are also offering a range of free programs and hands-on activities. Plus, […]

Baltimore County Public Library offering free tax help webinars

Posted on March 3, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Tax season is upon us, and the Baltimore County Public Library is offering free help and resources so residents can file their taxes on time. In addition to a full page of free tax resources, BCPL will be offering two free webinars on individual and business tax tips. Taxes and Your Business Adult Wednesday, March 6, 12 p.m. (Virtual) […]

Bestselling author Lisa Scottoline to appear in Towson this weekend

Posted on February 23, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

UPDATE: The in-person event has been sold out, however the event will be livestreamed on the Foundation’s Facebook page here. Original story below… TOWSON, MD—A bestselling author will be appearing in Towson this weekend. New York Times bestselling author and Edgar Award winner, Lisa Scottoline will appear at the Sheraton Baltimore North Hotel from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. on […]

Baltimore County Public Library searching for new Board of Trustees member

Posted on February 20, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Public Library is now accepting applications for Board of Library Trustees members. The application deadline is Friday, March 15. Interested candidates must be a Baltimore County resident, have an interest in the library, stay up to date on current library trends, work well with a team and communicate effectively. If selected, trustee members must attend board […]

Baltimore County government offices to close for Martin Luther King Jr. holiday

Posted on January 13, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County government offices, senior centers, and all branches of the Baltimore County Public Library will be will be closed – and CountyRide will not operate – on Monday, January 15, 2024 in recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Parking meters must be fed and Baltimore County Revenue Authority parking garages and the Towson Loop will operate as […]