Montgomery Community Media

Montgomery County Public Libraries issued a statement promoting racial equity and introduced new “Anti-racist Reads” book lists for the community. The message, released by MCPL Director Anita Vassallo on behalf of the system, condemns the killing of George Floyd and discusses the MCPL’s dedication to diversity and inclusion. “I know all of us are horrified […]

The libraries may be closed but they refuse to let people social distance themselves from reading and learning. Montgomery County Public Libraries announced on social media that it’s now making it easier for the community to have access to its digital and streaming content. People can sign up immediately for a digital library card that […]

Know anyone in Montgomery County who made a New Year’s resolution to read more books? Montgomery County Public Libraries has announced its most popular adult fiction and nonfiction books that were borrowed in 2019. Among the most borrowed fiction books are Celest Ng’s “Little Fires Everywhere,” Amor Towles’ “A Gentleman in Moscow,” and Liane Moriarty’s “Nine […]

Today is Tuesday, Sept. 24. Here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. National Voter Registration Day: Montgomery County is celebrating National Voter Registration Day at a number of different libraries in the county from 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Take a look at all of the different voter registration events: Voter Registration […]

Montgomery County Public Libraries is seeking high school students for its Teen Advisory Group (TAG). According to a news release, teens ages 14 to 18, who like to read, write or are interested in possibly interviewing authors and public officials are encouraged to apply. Teens interested in social media and video production should also apply. […]

The Montgomery County Commission for Women is hosting an interactive seminar for teens to address healthy relationships. The event entitled, “Teen Friendships and Dating: What Does a Healthy Relationship Look Like?” will be held at the Montgomery County Public Library on Oct. 23 from 2 to 4 p.m. According to a press release, the seminar will […]

Are you avoiding the library because of overdue books or fines? Beginning today thru Oct. 30, Montgomery County Public Libraries (MCPL) is accepting canned goods and non-perishable food items to pay for library fines. Each food item brought in will equal one dollar off on library fines. Food items should be dropped off at the […]

In this MyMCMedia extra, Maryland State Senator Jamie Raskin addresses the community during the opening of the new Silver Spring Library. “This is the most beautiful library in the world,” Raskin said. The building has five floors, but the library only takes up the top three floors. With approximately 100,000 books, Hamilton called the place […]

After 18 months of construction, more than 400 people could not wait to check out the new Silver Spring Library. MyMCMedia’s Aline Barros talked to county officials and residents to find out what did they think of the new facility. The building has five floors, but the library only takes up the top three floors. […]

It looked like the last hour of a home improvement show, when finishing touches are being applied, new furniture is moved to the right place, and painting is still fresh. The only thing left is the last segment when the owners of the house walk in. After 18 months of construction, the owners of the new […]