Posts by Josh McCready
Find Your Joy at the Library
This April, as we celebrate National Library Giving Day and National Library Week, Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library invites you to Find Your Joy at the library. For many in our community, that joy begins with discovering a new story, finding a welcoming space to gather or accessing resources that make learning and life…
Read MorePercival Everett Tickets Available Today
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon on Sunday, March 29, at 2 p.m. for Booked for Baltimore County Library: Percival Everett. In conversation with WYPR’s Tom Hall, Everett dives into his genre-defying body of work, his creative process and the stories behind his most celebrated novels. Admission is free, but you do need tickets. They…
Read MoreThe Winter Collection Is Here
Happy Holidays, Hon! — our 2025 Winter Collection has arrived! This year’s lineup is bursting with festive charm, hometown pride and plenty of library love. Discover exclusive new designs, enjoy reimagined versions of your favorite summer hits and welcome back a few beloved classics that fans can’t get enough of. From cozy shirts and sweatshirts for…
Read MoreMake Your Gift Go Twice As Far
No matter what’s happening in the world around us, one thing remains constant: Baltimore County Public Library is here to connect our community. Every day, our branches bring people together — through stories, conversations, technology, learning and the simple joy of sharing space with others. Connection is the heart of what we do, and it’s…
Read MoreFour New Board Members
Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library is proud to welcome four new members to its Board of Directors. Catherine Campbell, Jill Harman, Richard Letocha and Teresa Woodard bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the Foundation’s mission of supporting and enhancing library services across Baltimore County. Campbell is a private client portfolio manager at…
Read MoreStand with the Banned
Celebrate Banned Books Week 2025: Stand with the BannedOctober 5–11, 2025 Banned Books Week is more than just a celebration—it’s a rallying cry. From October 5–11, 2025, libraries, educators, readers and advocates across the country will come together to honor the freedom to read and shine a light on the growing threats of censorship. At…
Read MoreKate Quinn Is Sold Out – Join the Wait List
Join us for an unforgettable evening with New York Times bestselling author Kate Quinn, the master storyteller behind The Alice Network, The Diamond Eye, and The Rose Code. Known for her gripping historical fiction and fierce, unforgettable heroines, Quinn brings history to life with vivid detail and compelling narratives. Quinn will share insights into her writing…
Read MoreGo Behind the Book
For Foundation Supporters! Thank you for making supporting Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library this past year! Your support is already helping us bring big ideas and essential resources to our community—and now, we’d like to show you how it all begins. You and a guest are invited to a special Behind the Book tour,…
Read MoreThe BIG Give Just Got BIGGER! Double Your Gift
Peake Federal Credit Union Matches Gifts to Help Finish The BIG Give Strong As The BIG Give heads into its final weeks, Peake Federal Credit Union is stepping up in a BIG way to help the Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library finish strong. Peake is generously matching every donation made from now through June…
Read MoreKick Off The BIG Give with Us!
Let’s do something BIG, together! The BIG Give is back! Running from May 19 through June 30, The BIG Give is your opportunity to stand up for Baltimore County’s libraries at a time when their role in our community has never been more essential—or more at risk. With your help, Foundation for Baltimore County Public…
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