Randallstown Branch of BCPL to Close for Renovation

From the Baltimore County Public Library: Baltimore County Executive Kevin Kamenetz and Baltimore County Public Library Director Paula Miller are pleased to announce that the Baltimore County Public Library (BCPL) is kicking off the New Year with an exciting project: an extensive renovation and technology upgrade of the Randallstown Branch. The library is scheduled to close for renovation at 5 pm on January 29 and is expected to reopen early this summer.

Amenities and features of the renovated branch include 30+ public computers; free Wi-Fi; laptop bars; a large reservable meeting room for public use and library events; enlarged and enclosed children’s area; separate teen space; a technology/maker center of excellence; enclosed quiet/reading room; a large collection of print and audio-visual library materials; four study rooms; new shelving; lots of comfortable new seating and updated public restrooms.

“Our Randallstown Branch is heavily used for its technology access and is a community anchor for residents,” said BCPL director Paula Miller. “In addition to books and electronic resources, this renovation will allow us to provide transformative experiences and user-friendly spaces that make a positive difference in the lives of our customers.”

A collaborative effort of BCPL and Baltimore County Government, this $1.1 million project is funded in part through a grant from the County Library Capital Grant Program, Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Library Development and Services.

“We are excited about this project, which will transform the popular Randallstown Branch into a state-of-the-art community hub for people to access technology and benefit from a large collection of library materials, an enlarged children’s area with STEM activities, a refurbished meeting room, creative spaces and so much more,” said Baltimore County Executive Kevin Kamenetz.

During the renovation, Randallstown customers are invited to enjoy a full range of library services at nearby branches, including Owings Mills, Woodlawn and Pikesville, or at any other branch of the Baltimore County Public Library. Progress of the construction, updated details and information about the grand reopening as it becomes available can be found on the Randallstown Branch page of the BCPL website.

Baltimore County Public Library (BCPL) has served the citizens of Baltimore County since 1948. With 19 branches throughout Baltimore County, BCPL empowers and engages individuals for a more inclusive and connected Baltimore County community, and provides opportunities to explore, learn, create and connect. In addition to loaning books, library card holders may borrow DVDs, music, e-books and gain access to our research databases. Branches provide computer and Internet access, job search assistance and offer a multitude of daily learning programs for adults and children. For more information about branches and services, visit bcpl.info or follow BCPL on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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