Second Giving Tuesday

Giving Tuesday is an annual day set apart to focus on giving to charities and nonprofits. It’s usually the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving, but due to the current pandemic and an increase in need, there will be a second Giving Tuesday this coming Tuesday, May 5. As a loyal friend and donor, you understand the…

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Take the BCPL80for80s Challenge!

With the cancellation of Taste of the Town, we need your help to raise much needed funds! But why not have fun in the process? Go to Facebook, Instagram or Twitter and post a photo of yourself from the ’80s (or any fun throwback picture — we know some of you weren’t even born in the ’80s!). Tag…

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Taste of the Town Postponed

Due to the global COVID-19 pandemic and Governor Hogans executive order banning gatherings of more than ten people, A Totally ’80s Taste of the Town has been tentatively rescheduled for October 3. For more information and updates, watch the event page on this site or our Facebook event page.

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A Totally ’80s Taste of the Town

Save the date because we’re baaaaack! Like, oh my gosh! We’re back for another totally righteous ’80s party! Rock out with us after hours on Saturday, April 25 at the Cockeysville Branch for A Totally ’80s Taste of the Town! Dance to all your favorite ’80s hits performed live by Quantum Leap, sample yummy food…

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Tickets on Sale for Artists Reception

Tickets are now on sale for the B Artful Artists Reception on Friday, February 7, 6 p.m.-9 p.m., at the Hereford Branch. Celebrate our many talented artists here at Baltimore County Public Library. There will be finger foods, wine and live music provided by Baltimore musician/songwriter Caleb Stine. Vote for the People’s Choice award and…

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Follow us on Instagram

The Foundation did it for the ‘gram. Follow us on Instagram at @foundation4bcpl. See our success stories, meet our Board and learn about upcoming events and opportunities. Be sure to interact! Like our photos and leave us a comment. The Instagram account is in addition to our established Facebook and Twitter accounts.

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Read the Winning Stories…If You Dare

The winning stories from this year’s Tales of the Dead short horror story contest have been published, and October is the perfect month for reading spine-chilling stories. So, crawl under the blankets, turn off the lights and read these seven horrifying tales. Over 21 Winners 1st Place – “Against the Stone and Clouds” by Hilary…

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Tickets on Sale Now

Tickets are on sale now for A Toast Among Ghosts! Join us for a spooky night of fun, food and beer in a historic cemetery. The fifth annual A Toast Among Ghosts is at Reisterstown Branch on Saturday, September 28, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. The historic Reisterstown Branch was formerly the Franklin Academy, where…

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