HCC Library :: News & Events

Remembering President John F. Kennedy

noreply@blogger.com (hcclibrarynews) — Tue, 12 Nov 2013 17:31:00 +0000

To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, the Library will show a film montage on November 22 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m, in room L326. Free coffee will be served, while supplies last.

Meet the Author, Pellom McDaniels III

noreply@blogger.com (hcclibrarynews) — Wed, 23 Oct 2013 14:26:00 +0000

Meet the author, Pellom McDaniels III, on October 25th from 12:30-2:00 PM at the Chesapeake Center. $20.00 Advance Purchase, $25.00 at the Door. Tickets required: http://tinyurl.com/beautyinsport.

One Maryland One Book Selection for 2014

noreply@blogger.com (hcclibrarynews) — Fri, 30 Aug 2013 17:43:00 +0000

The 2014 One Maryland One Book selection is King Peggy, the true story of how an employee at the Ghana Embassy becomes king of the village of Otuam, Ghana. The HCC Library is sponsoring a book discussion on October 14. View flyer for more information.

Library Closed for Labor Day!

noreply@blogger.com (hcclibrarynews) — Fri, 23 Aug 2013 15:08:00 +0000

The Library will be closed September 2nd for Labor Day. We will reopen September 3rd at 7:30 AM!

Independence Day Holiday

noreply@blogger.com (hcclibrarynews) — Tue, 25 Jun 2013 13:58:00 +0000

The Library will be closed from July 4 - 7 in observance of Independence Day. We will reopen on Monday, July 8 at 8 AM.

Chautauqua 2013

noreply@blogger.com (hcclibrarynews) — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 18:30:00 +0000

Please join us on July 14th at 4 PM for a free living history performance featuring Rachel Carson. This event is supported by the Maryland Humanities Council and sponsored by Harford Community College Library, STEM Division, Humanities Division, and Sustainability Committee. See event information.

Manifold Greatness

noreply@blogger.com (hcclibrarynews) — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 13:19:00 +0000

The Manifold Greatness traveling exhibit will be coming to the Hays-Heighe House on April 22nd! This traveling exhibit celebrates the 400th anniversary of the King James Bible. View event information.

The Book That Changed My Life

noreply@blogger.com (hcclibrarynews) — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 18:45:00 +0000

In celebration of National Library Week, we invited the campus community to share the books that changed their lives. See what they selected!

Usability Study of the Library Catalog

noreply@blogger.com (hcclibrarynews) — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 16:46:00 +0000

WANTED! Students to help test the Library's catalog
REWARD: $20 voucher to the Globe Cafe
WHEN & WHERE: We will arrange a time according to your schedule, from April 22th through May 3rd. The study should take about 45 minutes and will take place in a private room in the Library.
CONTACT: Dana Coleman at dcoleman@harford.edu or 443-412-2146

Poet Laureate Coming to HCC!

noreply@blogger.com (hcclibrarynews) — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 12:21:00 +0000

Meet Stanley Plumly, Maryland's Poet Laureate, on April 15th at 2PM in the Student Center (Room 243). Enjoy a reading of his award-winning poetry, followed by Q&A. Professor Plumly will take questions via Twitter! Send a tweet to @hcclibref using the hashtag #HCCPlumly

The Internal Enemy: Freedon, Slavery, and War

noreply@blogger.com (hcclibrarynews) — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 19:15:00 +0000

Attend the upcoming presentation by Dr. Alan Taylor, Pulitzer Prize winner, at the Chesapeake Center on April 8th! View event information.

What Book Changed Your Life?

noreply@blogger.com (hcclibrarynews) — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 13:42:00 +0000

In celebration of National Library Week, we invite the campus to share the book that changed their life and explain how it changed them. Entries will be displayed in the library and on the library's website. The deadline to enter is Monday, April 1. All participants will be entered to win a Nook Simple Touch and accessories. Submit an entry!

Women in the Arts in Harford County

noreply@blogger.com (hcclibrarynews) — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 14:50:00 +0000

In celebration of International Women's Day, join the Hays-Heighe House for an inspirational discussion on women in the arts in Harford County, on Friday, March 8th, from 3-5 PM. View event information.

In His Own Words: Frederick Douglass and the Emancipation Proclamation

noreply@blogger.com (hcclibrarynews) — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 14:58:00 +0000

Join us for the special presentation, "In His Own Words: Frederick Douglass and the Emancipation Proclamation," with Bill Grimmette, Frederick Douglass Costumed Interpreter. Event will be held on Wednesday, February 20th, from 1-2 PM. For information, visit: www.harford.edu/library/events/grimmette.pdf

Yorkville Belle, Isaac Murphy Up

noreply@blogger.com (hcclibrarynews) — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 19:49:00 +0000

Join us for the unveiling of the rare painting “Yorkville Belle, Isaac Murphy Up,” while Michael Finney presents “Isaac Murphy’s Last Belle: The Story of a Champion Filly and America’s Greatest Jockey.” Event is February 20th, from 7-9 PM. For information, visit: www.harford.edu/library/events/belleandmurphy.pdf

Upcoming Lecture by James Karmel

noreply@blogger.com (hcclibrarynews) — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 17:33:00 +0000

Join us for a special presentation by James Karmel, Ph.D., Professor of History, on Thursday, February 21st at 3:30 PM. For information, visit: www.harford.edu/library/events/James_Karmel_Lecture.pdf

Emancipation and its Legacies

noreply@blogger.com (hcclibrarynews) — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 16:19:00 +0000

Join us for the opening of "Emancipation and its Legacies," a traveling exhibition developed by the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History. The exhibition opening is February 4th from 12-2 PM at the Hays-Heighe House. For information, visit: www.harford.edu/library/events/Emancipation_flyer.pdf

Essay Winner!

noreply@blogger.com (hcclibrarynews) — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 21:22:00 +0000

HCC Library is pleased to announce our 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners of our Constitution Day Essay Contest that began on Constitution Day September 17 and ran through to November 30.

1st Place - Shelia Hooker

2nd Place - Joshua Mitchell

3rd Place - Shelby Bunce

Thanks to all students who participated in the Library's essay contest and helping us to commemorate and celebrate our Nation's Constitution!

College Archives Are Now Available!

noreply@blogger.com (hcclibrarynews) — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 14:59:00 +0000

The Library is pleased to announce a tool for locating materials in the College Archives. We now have in-depth finding aids, which will provide enhanced access to the Archives. The College Archives holds material that documents the College's governance and administration, its student life and cultural contributions, and the development of the College buildings and grounds.

Materials from the Archives collection are available for in-library use only, from 9am-4pm, Monday through Friday.

Constitution Day Essay Contest

noreply@blogger.com (hcclibrarynews) — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 14:00:00 +0000

HCC Students, we are holding a Constitution Day essay contest to celebrate our 45th year as a Federal Depository Library. 1st place prize is a $300 gift certificate to the HCC College Store. Submit your essays by November 30th! See flyer for details.

Fall 2012 Newsletter

noreply@blogger.com (hcclibrarynews) — Mon, 08 Oct 2012 19:35:00 +0000

Our Fall Newsletter is now available! Read it online.

Beauty in Sport

noreply@blogger.com (hcclibrarynews) — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 13:23:00 +0000

The Hays-Heighe House will be hosting a Salon event, Beauty in Sport: The Culture and History of Horse Breeding and Racing in Harford County on November 1st from 3:30-5:00pm. Admission is free and open to the public.

Upcoming Hays-Heighe House Events

noreply@blogger.com (hcclibrarynews) — Mon, 24 Sep 2012 19:33:00 +0000

It's coming down the home stretch! The Hays-Heighe House is excited to announce its new exhibit, "Beauty in Sport", which debuts October 20. In addition to open hours, the House is hosting an author's luncheon & book signing on October 19.

Got kids who love horses? Bring them out to Kids' Day on October 20 from 11 to 3.

One Maryland One Book

noreply@blogger.com (hcclibrarynews) — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 13:23:00 +0000

Check out the upcoming events in October for this year's "One Maryland One Book" selection, The Cellist of Sarajevo. View event flyer.

Upcoming Events for Constitution Day!

noreply@blogger.com (hcclibrarynews) — Fri, 07 Sep 2012 16:24:00 +0000

Check out the upcoming events for Constitution Day! View event flyer.
*Lecture on "The New Constitution: Promise and Fulfillment" by W. B. Allen, PhD. (9/17, 6:30-8:00 PM)
*"Salon at Hays-Heighe Discussion" (9/24, 3:30-5:00 PM)