From the Harford County Public Library: Musical instruments for children and young adults are now being offered by Harford County Public Library through its new LEAP Music collection. LEAP Music is an extension of the library’s LEAP STREAM initiative. Research demonstrates that learning music facilitates the learning of other subjects and can improve a child’s […]
Harford County Public Library Hosts Authors of One Maryland One Book at Abingdon Library on Sept 26
From the Harford County Public Library: Jason Reynolds and Brendan Kiely, authors of “All American Boys,” the 2016 One Maryland One Book selection, will speak at the Abingdon Library on Monday, September 26, at 7 p.m. In addition, 17 discussion groups centered around the book will take place in September and October at various Harford […]
Constitution Day Conversation with Thomas Jefferson; Humanities Scholar Portrays Jefferson at Abingdon Library
From the Harford County Public Library: Humanities scholar Clay Jenkinson brings his portrayal of President Thomas Jefferson to the Abingdon Library for a special live audience taping of his award-winning radio show, “The Thomas Jefferson Hour,” on Saturday, September 17, at 7 p.m. Hosted by the Harford County Public Library Foundation, “A Conversation with Thomas […]
Harford County Public Library Appoints Kristi Halford Foundation Director
From the Harford County Public Library: Harford County Public Library has appointed Kristi S. Halford foundation director. She started her new position September 6. As foundation director, Halford develops and implements Harford County Public Library Foundation’s fundraising activities, including direct mail, capital campaigns, grants and special events to support the library’s programs and initiatives. Halford […]
Bel Air Library Children’s Department Reopens; Renovation Highlights Include NatureMaker Tree, Enhanced technology, Focus on Harford Heritage
From the Harford County Public Library: After an extensive four month renovation, the Bel Air Library Children’s Department reopened the afternoon of Thursday, September 1, to an enthusiastic response from children and adults alike. The Children’s Department, geared toward those from birth to middle school, features a NatureMaker Tree, an Innovation Lab-type area for middle […]
Harford County Libraries to Serve as “Cooling Centers” Tuesday; Heat Index Expected to Exceed 105 Deg
From Harford County government: With the heat index expected to exceed 105 degrees on Tuesday, August 16, the Harford County Department of Emergency Services, in cooperation with Harford County Public Library and the Harford County Health Department, will utilize libraries as “Cooling Centers” during normal business hours. On Tuesdays, the Bel Air Library is open […]
Harford County Sites to Serve as “Cooling Centers” July 23–25; Heat Index Expected to Reach 110 Deg
From Harford County government: With the weekend heat index expected to reach 110 degrees, the Harford County Department of Emergency Services, in cooperation with Harford County Public Library, the Harford County Health Department, and Volunteer Fire Companies, will offer “Cooling Centers” at the following sites from Saturday, July 23 through Monday, July 25, 2016. On […]
Harford County Libraries Open as “Cooling Centers” through Saturday as Heat Index Expected to Reach 100 Deg
From Harford County government: With the heat index expected to reach 100 degrees today, the Harford County Department of Emergency Services, in cooperation with Harford County Public Library and the Harford County Health Department will utilize libraries as “Cooling Centers” this week. All Harford County Public Libraries will serve as “Cooling Centers” for the public’s […]
