As the weather gets colder and outside activities are no longer plentiful, Montgomery County residents look for other sources of entertainment to get them through the darker days. Luckily, the County has 21 public library locations, ensuring there's always a public library near you! Everyone knows libraries are a great place to read, but our County libraries also include a variety of internal activities, attached community centers, and so much more.
If you and your family need to
get out of the house while still staying toasty warm indoors, Ride On is ready
to help get you there. Read below for a selection of the area's public
libraries and which Ride On routes you can take. Before you go, visit mcpl.libnet.info/events?r=today to
find an event that meets your family's needs.
Noyes Library for Young
Children: Young
children realize immediately that this charming one-room library in Kensington
is just for them. Noyes offers books and programs specifically for early
childhood, along with a comfortable space for babies, toddlers and preschoolers
to read and play. To get to this branch, take Ride On Routes 4 or 33.
Rockville Memorial
Library: Located
in Rockville Town Square, this library offers all the programs and services
library patrons have come to depend on in a convenient location. Stop in for a
book or periodical while running errands or picking up dinner. To get to
this branch, take Ride On Routes 45, 46, 55,
or 301.
White Oak Library: Visit
the White Oak branch of the Montgomery County Public Library in East County off
New Hampshire Avenue. Programs cover a range of ages and interests, including
story times, finance and investing seminars, and Tai Chi and Qigong
classes. To get to this branch, take Ride On Route 21.
Damascus Library: Our
northernmost library location, Damascus Library can be found right in the
center of town. Programs at this location include games and crafts for teens,
computer help and repair, and weekly bluegrass music jam sessions. To get
to this branch, take Ride On Route 90.
Wheaton Library: Located off of
Georgia Avenue in Wheaton, Wheaton Public Library is a destination for the
whole family. The jointly housed Wheaton Community Rec Center includes
activities ranging from sports, fitness, dance, music and art, while the
outdoor playground is a draw for children on a rare warm winter day. An
incredibly unique feature is an indoor track for walking or running. To get to
this branch, take Ride On Routes 9 or 31.
Gaithersburg Library: The Gaithersburg
branch has something for everyone when it comes to its programs. Attend a pro
bono legal clinic, participate in the Intergenerational Graphic Novel Book
Club, or join an English Conversation club. The Charles W. Gilchrist Immigrant Resource Center and Montgomery College
Community Engagement Center are also located on the second
floor. To get to this branch, take Ride On Routes 55, 56, 58 or 59.
Little Falls Library: Tucked
deep into the neighborhoods of Bethesda, the Little Falls Public Library is our
southernmost branch. This location features tons of programming for children,
including story times, play hours, and a weekly Mandarin Chinese lesson for
children ages 5-10. To get to this branch, take Ride On Routes 23 or 29.
Ride On bus fare is only $1 and monthly passes are $22.50 using SmarTrip,
cash, or tokens. Seniors
age 65 or older, persons with disabilities and youth
ages 18 and under all ride free
using specialized SmarTrip cards.
Riders can plan trips online
using the free Ride
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