Building Community Together: Germantown Library Over the Years-In Person

Join former Germantown Library managers as they share memories, community history, and the story of the library’s growth, in honor of MCPL’s 75th Anniversary.

Celebrate Montgomery County Public Libraries’ 75th Anniversary with a special program honoring the history and evolution of the Germantown Library. Join us for an insightful conversation with three former branch managers as they reflect on their time serving the Germantown community. Together, they will share stories about what the community was like during different eras, highlight notable changes in library services, and offer firsthand recollections of how the Germantown Library grew—from its original location to the construction of the current building.

This unique panel invites attendees to explore the library’s past, understand its impact on the community, and gain a deeper appreciation for how public libraries adapt and thrive over time. Whether you’re a longtime resident, a library regular, or simply curious about local history, this program offers a warm and engaging look at Germantown’s library legacy as we commemorate MCPL’s 75 years of service. This program will take place in the large lower level meeting room.

Questions about this program? Contact the Germantown Library (240) 777-0110.

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Library Program Attendance (both virtual and in the branch) is limited to participants within the suggested age range of the program. Children attending an MCPL program under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults attending a program intended for children must have an accompanying child.

If you plan to attend with a group of ten or more, please contact the branch at least one week before the program to discuss how your group might be accommodated.

Accommodation Requests

To request an accommodation, contact the library branch where you want the accommodation. If they are unable to help, or if you need an accommodation for an online resource or event, complete our Accommodation Request Form online or call Library Administration at 240-777-0002.

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