David M. Higgins, II, Publisher/Editor March 4, 2026 Direct Link to News Article The Charles County Public Library (CCPL) is advancing digital equity across Southern Maryland by replacing all public access computers systemwide and deploying a new Mobile Computer Lab to deliver technology [...]
Ilana Williams March 3, 2026 Direct Link to News Article The Charles County Public Library invited the community to join for an uplifting afternoon of conversation, storytelling and celebration at "Black Voices, Bright Futures: Local Author Panel & Book Fair" at the Waldorf [...]
February is National Bird Feeding Month; it's time to learn about the world around us and feed some birds in the process. Amazing Backyard Birds Facts Ornithology is the scientific study of birds. An ornithologist studies birds' [...]
We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, [...]
Want to read a series but don’t want to commit to a twelve-book marathon? Check out a duology! These two book series are perfect for readers who want to immerse themselves in a different world, but only for a short period of [...]
Madison Bateman February 18, 2026 Direct Link to News Article Children’s author and educator Ada Ari hosts “African Storytelling Reimagined” at the La Plata branch library on Saturday. During the interactive event, children ages 6 to 11 were invited to learn about [...]
Love is a strong feeling that can be described in so many ways. Here are a few of my favorite children’s books on love. What is love to you, and how do you express it? *CCPL Staff picks are chosen by [...]
Want to do something fun that gets you out of the house? Are you a student who can’t find any clubs at school that catch your attention? Never fear, the Hobby Helper is here! This post will provide you with an eclectic [...]
It’s that time of year when gifts of love are in your face–the flowers, the chocolates, teddy bears, and champagne! Here are 10 Non-Fiction Staff Picks on love and relationships. *CCPL Staff picks are chosen by CCPL staff members and [...]
Thank Napoleon, next time you open a can of food. In 1795, Napoleon offered a prize of 12,000 francs to improve the food preservation methods that existed at the time. Before canning, people used salting, drying, sugaring and smoking to preserve food. [...]
