Special Events

A collection of 40 framed vintage posters bequeathed to the San Antonio Public Library will be on display at Harford County Public Library.

These unique lithographs feature famous images of patriotic themes and messages and provide a fascinating window into the era, and the beginnings of the American effort in support of “the war to end all wars.”

Exhibit Hours

March 20 – May 31, 2010
Mon, Fri, Sat – 10am - 5pm
Tue, Wed, Thu 1pm - 8pm
Bel Air & Jarrettsville Branches
Free Admission

Special Events

Preview Party

Friday, March 19 – 5:00 - 7:00pm
Bel Air Branch
Wine & Cheese
Appetizers by Carried Away Gourmet
Beverages by Jim’s Bottleworks
$20 per ticket

Night Out @ the Library

Friday, April 30 – 7:00 - 9:00pm
Jarrettsville Branch
Desserts & Coffee
Fireside chat with curator Allison Hays Lane
$30 per ticket



HCPL is also hosting a related film series and book discussion groups: Upcoming Winds and Words of War Programs

A message from Mary Hastler, Associate Director

Listen to a message from Mary Hastler about The Winds and Words of War and how you can be a part of this exciting exhibit! Just click the play button below.

Volunteer to be a Gallery Guide

A Letter to Volunteers — more information (pdf)
Volunteer Application (pdf)

Would you enjoy talking to people and sharing information about art and history during the fascinating World War I era? If so, this is the perfect volunteer opportunity for you!

We invite you to become an exhibit volunteer! We plan to have trained exhibit guides, or ‘docents,’ available at both locations to either answer questions, provide 20 minute tours, help with tracking visitors or selling the exhibit book.

Training will be held for exhibit guides on Saturday, March 6 at the Bel Air Branch from 10:00am – 1:30pm. You will meet Allison Hays Lane, Curator and Project Organizer from San Antonio Texas, who promises us a fun, interactive and educational session with a surprise presentation to ‘get us in the mood of the World War I era.’ This is a once in a lifetime event for Harford County and we know you’ll enjoy participating. We truly appreciate your interest and welcome your offer to help.

Sponsors

Sponsorship Opportunities and Information Sheet (pdf)

Harford County Public Library thanks the following sponsors for making this exhibit possible!

For Educators

The Winds and Words of War would make for a great field trip for your students! For more information, please see the Letter to Educators (pdf).

An online teacher’s resource guide will be available soon.

Related Booklists

Harford County Public Library staff have prepared a number of lists of books related to the era and exhibit. Go to the New Releases & Booklists page and look for “Winds and Words of War” in the Adults section or lists on World War I in the Kids: Special Topics section.

More Information

For more information about the exhibit or Harford County Public Library, please see the related press release or contact us.

Labels: Winds and Words of War

Face a Winter Without Books? Nevermore! The Winter Reading Program for adults and teens at Harford County Public Library (HCPL) starts on January 4th and runs through March 6. Upon registering, participants receive a pen and adults who read or listen to at least five books and teens who read or listen to at least three books will receive a commemorative mug. All incentives are while supplies last.

Besides books in print, HCPL has a wide selection of audiobooks, as well as eBooks which can be downloaded for free onto your computer. Many titles are available for download to your iPod, iPhone, Sony Reader or other mobile device. Also available are Playaways, the pocket-sized preloaded audiobook player that allows you to use your own headphones.

The 2010 Winter Reading Program is supported by the Friends of Harford County Public Library and the Harford County Public Library Foundation.

Read the press release

Labels: Winter Reading Program

After an extensive renovation project, the Whiteford Branch of the library is re-opening. Join us at the branch for a Grand Opening Celebration!

Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at 10:00 am
2407 Whiteford Road, Whiteford, MD 21160

RSVP by January 25 to armstrongl@hcplonline.info
or 410-273-5600, 410-838-3749, 410-575-6761 ext. 2221

In case of inclement weather, check hcplonline.info for more information.

Coming Soon to Harford County Public Library:
The Winds and Words of War

We're excited to host this exhibition of posters and prints from the San Antonio Public Library Collection, March 20 - May 31, 2010.

A collection of 40 original framed World War I posters will be on display at the Bel Air and Jarrettsville branches. The collection features such artists as Charles Dana Gibson.

Exhibit hours will be as follows:
Mon, Fri, Sat: 10 am - 5 pm
Tue, Wed, Thu: 1 pm - 8 pm
Group tours by appointment

For more information, please see the press release or contact us.

Labels: Winds and Words of War