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Your next (or first) novel starts here
Sep 13, 2019Join Charlotte Mecklenburg Library as we celebrate Indie Author Day, when libraries and organizations around the world welcome local indie authors, writers and their communities in for a day of education, networking, mingling, writing, open mics, panels and so much more.
Also, no matter where you are in your writing journey, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library has programs, resources and services available to help you along the way. -
Be Counted--What you need to know about Census 2020
Sep 13, 2019Census 2020 is coming. Learn about why we do it and the importance of an accurate count. Also discover how North Carolina and Mecklenburg County will take part, as well as learn about job opportunities with the United States Census Bureau.
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The Great Debate: North Carolina vs. South Carolina BBQ
Sep 4, 2019In this age-old debate of North vs. South, learn about the history of barbecue in the Carolinas and some fun facts to share at your next get-together.
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Why is Charlotte called the Queen City?
Sep 4, 2019Curious about how the Queen City came to be? Here, the Robinson-Spangler Carolina Room makes an introduction to Queen Charlotte Sophia of Mecklenburg-Strelitz.
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The Charlotte Journalism Collaborative
Sep 4, 2019The Charlotte Journalism Collaborative - Solutions Journalism to address affordable housing.
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North County Regional re-opens - We missed you, too!
Sep 3, 2019North County Regional is set to re-open October 7, 2019 at 9 a.m. with regular operating hours, showcasing a newly renovated building for all Library programs, services, materials and resources.
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Girls Rock Charlotte takes over the Library
Sep 3, 2019The Girls Rock Charlotte Film Summer Camp took over the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library from July 28 – August 3, 2019. Read more about the program and how it's allowing girls to control the narrative of their roles in film-making.
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5 ways an internship can create opportunities for success
Aug 28, 2019Sure, you have a jam-packed schedule and you're often crunched for time. You're a soon-to-be college grad and you're ready to celebrate. Before you do, the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Job Help Center urges you to consider ramping up the "work experience" section of your resume with an internship first.
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Why this Librarian thinks you should get carded
Aug 26, 2019For National Library Card Sign-Up Month, a librarian gives her opinion for what is the most important reason everyone should have a library card.
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How much can your library card save you?
Aug 26, 2019Library power user Angela Glennon was surprised to discover hat just one visit to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library saves her family of five close to $700 a week!