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Librarians look forward to spring, Easter Activities

Spring is just a couple of days away, we hope. We are certainly looking forward to it here at the library.  Lots of new books are arriving this spring, so we hope you will drop by and take advantage of one or more of our programs, check out a book or just visit.   Right now, we are in the process of planning some Easter activities for our younger patrons, which will include stories, crafts and games. We will be posting more information on Facebook or you can always visit us or call us to find out what is happening.

Library receives grant

Howard County Public Library has been awarded a $10,000 gift from the Andrew Carnegie organization in recognition of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.  The Howard County Library staff say the funds will be used to expand programs and create new opportunities for residents across the community. The grant honors the legacy of Scottish immigrant and philanthropist Andrew Carnegie, who funded the construction of 1,681 free public libraries in the United States between 1886 and 1917. Today, approximately 1,280 of those libraries remain in operation, with about 750 still serving their communities from their original buildings. Carnegie famously described libraries as “cradles of democracy” that “strengthen the democratic idea, the equality of the citizen.” His belief that free public libraries provide opportunity and access to knowledge for all continues to shape communities more than a century later The $10,000 gift will directly support expanded programming, and educational workshops designed to increase access to learning resources for residents of all ages. “This generous gift allows us to build on Carnegie’s vision by ensuring our library remains a place where everyone has access to information, enrichment, and opportunity,” The award not only commemorates a historic milestone in the nation’s history but also reinforces the enduring role of public libraries as vital centers of education, civic engagement, and community connection.

Love To read?  Like to talk about books?

  Our adult book club, “Readers”, continues to meet at 5:00 PM on the first Thursday of each month to talk about the books we’ve read and share our opinions. Everyone is welcome to join in on the lively and informative discussions.

check out our programs for children/youth

Third Thursday is Homeschoolers Board Game Day

Do you have a Genealogy question? Talk to our Resident Genealogist!

We also have our genealogy department which is open from 1:00 until 3:00 every Friday afternoon, where genealogy expert Kathy Brady and other members of the department are available to answer your questions.

Renew your shelf at the library Booksale!

Don't forget about our downstairs book room where the books, which have been donated, are four for a dollar. You might find a "treasure!" 

Do you want to support the library? Join Friends of the Library

  Some of you have indicated that you would like to do more to support our library. A great way to do that is to join “Friends of the Library!”  This is an organization open to anyone who is interested in the ongoing success of the library. An individual membership to join friends is $10 annually, while a family membership is $20. We also offer lifetime memberships for $200.  The purpose of Friends is to provide annual funding for the library collection, underwrite programs, such as The Summer Reading Program, Special Holiday events  and visiting author programs and to support the purchase of various items that cannot be fulfilled from the library’s operational budget.  We would love to have new members!