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.
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We at the Village Learning Place are a community of lifelong learners and practitioners of cultural awareness. As such, we consider it our duty to listen while in conversation with others, invite all voices to participate, and act when a moment calls us. The uprisings in streets across the globe and the flooding of digital […]
Join us for a virtual meeting to learn more about current happenings at the VLP and contribute to the community conversation to answer, “How would you like to see the VLP support our community during this time?” The VLP Board & leadership wants to hear from you! Tuesday, June 23, 6:30-7:15pm Meeting number: 132 934 […]
The Village Learning Place is deeply saddened and angered by recent acts of anti-Black violence that have traumatized communities across the country, stemming from a long, troubling history of systemic racism. We mourn the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, Tony McDade, and so many others. Black lives matter and we stand in solidarity with those working to advance equity, advocate for reform, and […]
Eager to shake off the cloudiness of quarantine days and determined to reconnect with a sense of normalcy, Kathleen Overman planned a Porch Prom to give everyone in her neighborhood something to look forward to. On May 2, Abell residents zipped up their prom dresses, buttoned their vests, and in one case fastened their toga, […]
The LINK After School teachers and VLP staff are so proud of everything our students accomplished this year! It may have had an unexpected ending, but in honor of another great year, we have a message for you.
With the Governor’s announcement earlier this week, LINK After School will not resume during the 2019-2020 school year. Public Schools in Baltimore, and throughout the state of Maryland, will remain closed for the remainder of the school year. LINK After School was scheduled to conclude on May 22, and we still plan to celebrate the […]
