The Village Learning Place is an independent non-profit library that houses educational programs, enrichment opportunities, and informational resources for Charles Village and throughout Baltimore City. It is our belief that libraries are not only a repository for books, but also serve as community centers focused on the personal and professional growth of their patrons.
Thursday June 20th | 7pm-9pm
Friday June 21st | 6pm-7:30pm
Thursday June 27th
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It’s only a day away! Charles Village Festival kicks off tomorrow, Saturday, June 1 at 11am. Come join the VLP in the Lower Dell of Wyman Park. You don’t wanna miss the fun!
This coming Friday, May 24, marks the end of our LINK After School program until Fall. All year, our students and teachers have worked diligently to meet academic and character building goals. Due to the cear successes, we are celebrating Thursday, May 25, with our annual End Of the Year Celebration sponsored by MSDE. We [...]
In early 2012, a VLP staff member came across the Little Free Libraries initiative for the first time. It was a chance discovery, mentioned only in passing in an article about libraries in urban areas. A seed of an idea became planted in the minds of a few staff members and since that time, this [...]
When Little Free Libraries debut April 25 on the grounds of a Charles Village playground, Stephanie Sterling, Sheilah Kast, Drew Walker, Sayeed Choudhury, and author Shirley Brewer will be among the system’s first patrons. Some guests will place a favorite book in the stacks. All will briefly explain the reason behind their choice. Whether they give [...]
Kicking off National Library week, Read Between the Wines is a fabulous live and silent auction, dinner and dance party. At 2013’s event, The VLP will be unveiling Baltimore’s first little free libraries! Advance tickets are available through Thursday, April 11. Tickets can also be purchased at the door for $60. Join us for delicious food provided by Donna’s and Gertrude’s with [...]
Ready to register? We’re glad to hear it. Since last summer, we’ve updated our registration policy. Please Please look for the postcard that we sent home to parents/guardians of current LINK After School students and LINK Summer 2012 students, and be sure to read our new and improved LINK Summer FAQ. Please review the following information and [...]
