2019
LIB RA R IES
F re d e r i c k
Frederick County Public Libraries Director James Kelly The mission at Frederick County Public Libraries (FCPL) is to facilitate the public’s freedom to explore, to invent and to transform. Each year, FCPL circulates nearly 3 million items, hosts more than 2 million visitors, and welcomes 200,000 people to its programs. The library system’s hope is that all residents of Frederick County will take advantage of all that FCPL offers, including traditional materials, the digital collection, and fantastic events for all ages. With an FCPL card, you gain access to an immense amount of resources – from an extensive print collection to online content including magazines, music and movies. FCPL’s services and resources are all offered at no cost. Want instant access to the magazines you love in an easy-to-read digital format? Your library card gives you access through Flipster. Want to explore a new subject or advance your career? Use your library card to visit Lynda.com and access thousands of courses taught by
industry experts. Planning a trip abroad? Visit the C. Burr Artz branch in Downtown Frederick for passport services. Your tax dollars keep the libraries’ lights on, buildings open and staff in the stacks. Support from donors and community partners allows FCPL to offer the best possible library services to the people of Frederick County. The reasons for a library visit have expanded as the public buildings have become much more than just a place to check out books, according to Library Director James Kelly. “The success of a library system hinges on whether it’s flexible enough to adapt to the changing needs of a community,” Kelly said. “Technology plays a part in that. A lot of our electronic resources are heavily used here, so we’ve shifted some of our dollars to reflect that, because that’s where the use is.” The county opened a new Walkersville library in March 2018 and is looking forward to its newest branch, a 7,000-square-foot space in Myersville, expected to be open in summer 2019.
Frederick County Public Libraries • 301-600-1613 • fcpl.org
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