tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-256265282009-07-01T13:26:28.147-04:00News and Events at the LibraryIrmBrownhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10700628101055271281noreply@blogger.comBlogger131125HarfordCountyPublicLibraryNewsEventshttp://feedburner.google.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25626528.post-39028980706512427402009-07-01T13:22:00.006-04:002009-07-01T13:26:28.153-04:00

The Baltimore Sun writes about libraries and Summer Reading Programs helping children retain and enhance their reading skills. Our Summer Reading Program is in full swing: join now!

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G’day everyone! National touring group Didg Revolution will be appearing at all branches today thru Thursday! Take your family to a high-energy, Australia-theme show that combines music, art, puppetry, comedy, environmental education, character building and audience participation. Also, middle and high school students are invited to attend a special workshop presented by Didg Revolution at the

Dave McLaughlinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02423342744476360379noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25626528.post-38565292137125832812009-06-26T09:56:00.001-04:002009-06-26T09:57:50.389-04:00

http://www.i-95expresstolllanes.com/linked_files/I-895%20Split%20Traffic%20Alert%20Handout%20061909.pdf

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The Harford County Public Library held a press conference at 3pm today at the Bel Air Branch to announce the Library Board of Trustees’ recommendations for the FY10 budget reductions and the impact these reductions will have on services throughout the county.Find the press release and the full text of Director Audra Caplan's speech on the Press Releases page of the HCPL website.

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Dave McLaughlinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02423342744476360379noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25626528.post-6150596095330705272009-06-23T16:51:00.001-04:002009-06-23T16:53:02.371-04:00

Support the library.

Dave McLaughlinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02423342744476360379noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25626528.post-3347371344518392532009-06-23T13:26:00.001-04:002009-06-23T13:26:26.418-04:00

Read the story in The Baltimore Sun.

Dave McLaughlinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02423342744476360379noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25626528.post-56686376228518630972009-06-22T19:26:00.001-04:002009-06-22T19:26:58.273-04:00

See the list of web sites and tutorials that has been compiled by our librarians.

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The Harford County Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a Public Hearing to discuss the possible closure of the Fallston Branch on Thursday, June 25, 2009, 6:00 pm, at the Fallston High School auditorium. Fallston High School is located at 2301 Carrs Mill Road.For more information about the Public Hearing call 410-273-5600.

Dave McLaughlinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02423342744476360379noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25626528.post-43798984364973777292009-06-15T11:14:00.001-04:002009-06-15T11:15:48.341-04:00

The Baltimore Sun writes about skyrocketing usage at the library:Job seekers turn to the library

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June 10, 2009FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEBoard of Library Trustees to Hold Public HearingThe Harford County Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a Public Hearing to discuss the closure of the Fallston Branch on Thursday, June 18, 2009, 6 p.m., at the Bel Air Branch. The Board will hold their regular meeting at 6:30 pm., following the Public Hearing. The Bel Air Branch is located at 100 East

Dave McLaughlinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02423342744476360379noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25626528.post-30417382666008849082009-06-11T11:04:00.001-04:002009-06-11T11:07:21.506-04:00

Visit msnbc.com for Breaking News, World News, and News about the EconomyLook for our job searching resources to be posted on our website soon!

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Audra Caplan, Director of the Harford County Public Library, has been elected vice-president/president-elect of the Public Library Association (PLA). Caplan will become PLA president-elect in July 2009 and will assume the PLA presidency in July 2010 for a one-year term.“I am extremely honored to represent this extraordinary organization in this position. I am looking forward to working with the

IrmBrownhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10700628101055271281noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25626528.post-52587709374151731032009-05-06T15:38:00.000-04:002009-05-07T15:38:51.690-04:00

To assist in keeping Harford County citizens and employees informed about the H1N1 flu, the following information has been posted to the Harford County Government website: Harford County Opens Call Center for Flu Questions (click here) Harford County Health Dept. Announces Probable H1N1 Flu Case (click here) In addition, the Harford County Health Department has posted useful links and

Dave McLaughlinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02423342744476360379noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25626528.post-29399613885286638792009-05-04T10:50:00.002-04:002009-05-04T10:52:55.922-04:00

Residents can call 1-877-MDFLU4U (633-5848) Seven days a weekANNAPOLIS, MD (May 1, 2009) - Governor Martin O’Malley and the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DHMH) announced today that 1-877-MDFLU4U (633-5848) has been activated as a statewide toll free information line to answers questions residents may have about the swine flu outbreak.The service will operate between the hours

Dave McLaughlinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02423342744476360379noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25626528.post-74573731438958997242009-04-30T14:50:00.002-04:002009-04-30T14:53:31.574-04:00

The Business Science and Technology Department at the Enoch Pratt Free Library in Baltimore has developed a page to guide everyone to the best information and news about the latest flu outbreak, even about face masks:The Flu: What You Need to Know

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has declared a Public Health Emergency caused by the outbreak of Swine Influenza A (H1N10). In response to concerns about swine flu, the Health Sciences and Human Services Library (HS/HSL) at the University of Maryland has created a list of resources for the public and the health care community.

Dave McLaughlinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02423342744476360379noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25626528.post-62629948376226006742009-04-21T09:30:00.004-04:002009-04-21T09:36:57.335-04:00

Are you having a hard time finding employment? Has your employment status changed due to the current tough economic environment?The Enoch Pratt Free Library has compiled a number of online resources to create the Job And Career Information Center.

Dave McLaughlinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02423342744476360379noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25626528.post-50109970361526649572009-03-19T12:07:00.003-04:002009-03-19T12:11:13.457-04:00

Audra Caplan, Director of the Harford County Public Library, was featured on the front page of the PP&T section of Wednesday's Aegis. The article, titled "By the book in Harford," is available to be read online.

Dave McLaughlinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02423342744476360379noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25626528.post-56116542118597805952009-03-10T11:26:00.001-04:002009-03-10T11:28:10.352-04:00

Books - the wireless reading platform with a touchable interface!Take a look at this humorous comic strip from Penny Arcade.

Dave McLaughlinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02423342744476360379noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25626528.post-3863601216431642962009-02-19T16:36:00.001-05:002009-02-19T16:37:31.842-05:00

During these tough economic times people are rediscovering the value of their local library. There is an increased need for job search training, Internet and computer access, and safe, family friendly gathering places. At the same time, libraries are facing cuts as states struggle to allocate their resources. Now more than ever your library needs your support.Support Your Maryland Libraries

Dave McLaughlinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02423342744476360379noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25626528.post-60563833078036831882009-02-18T09:07:00.001-05:002009-02-18T09:07:57.781-05:00

Good Morning Maryland (abc2news.com) will be showcasing our Winter Reading Mugs this morning on their Cup of Joe segment. It should air at 9:35 and the segment will be on their website afterwards.

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It's not too late to sign up for our Winter Reading Program! Through March 7th, adults and high school teens may register online via the link above or at any branch and will receive a commemorative Winter Reading pen (while supplies last). To complete the program, adults must read or listen to five books and high school teens must

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The Washington Post writes about the ongoing increase in traffic at area libraries, from children's programming participants to DVD-borrowers to resumé writers.

Dave McLaughlinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02423342744476360379noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25626528.post-25295067245616132682009-01-30T08:52:00.001-05:002009-01-30T08:55:16.265-05:00

The Detroit Free Press writes about job seekers using the library's resources in their search.

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