Catherine Moreland, executive director of the Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center, has said that library art galleries bring the visual arts and literature together. Urbana Regional Library is thrilled to be partnering with the Delaplaine to bring its artists’ work to the local community. Now we’re expanding that partnership by hosting opportunities for community...
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To Sherlock Holmes, it was considered “elementary” to solve a crime using keen observational skills. But most of us marvel at a good detective’s ability to solve a mystery with little more than sharp eyes and a logical mind. If you’re a fan of a good spy thriller or love a mystery with lots...
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Frederick County Public Libraries, specifically Urbana and Thurmont Regional Libraries, have formed a partnership with the Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center to bring the work of local artists into the libraries. Libraries have always provided a place for the community to come together to have access to experiences, and this is a wonderful opportunity...
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Did you receive an e-reader or a tablet over the holidays this year? Did you know you can download books for free from the library website? We can help you! Just call the library and set up a time to have staff help you learn to use your new device. We can show you...
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Thanksgiving leftovers are finally gone, and it’s time to get ready for the next round of holidays! Escape the crowds at the mall, gather the family and come enjoy the winter wonderland at Joyful Jingles, our annual Holiday Open House, on Dec. 3, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Dec. 4, 1 to 5...
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Before I tell you about our Language Learning resources, I’d like to invite you to celebrate the fifth anniversary of the Urbana Regional Library’s opening. On Nov. 5 and 6, we have a series of family events planned: Curious George will visit several times throughout the weekend, and we’ll cut our birthday cake on...
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It’s fall, and that means it’s the beginning of a new learning season. To stimulate all you students and lifelong learners out there, we have three exciting programs going on this month. We’ve been chosen by the Library of Congress to host its new traveling exhibit, “Gateway to Knowledge.” On Sept. 16 and 17,...
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John Lennon said it best: “I get by with a little help from my friends.” Public libraries rely more and more on help from our Friends of the Library groups as budgets continue to shrink. Friends of the Library groups are nonprofit organizations of volunteers dedicated to supporting their local libraries. They advocate for...
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