Charlotte Today: New year, new you!
Library Branch Channel Leader and Interim Director of Libraries, Dana Eure, shares six titles on the concept of "New year, new you."
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New Year's Day hasn't always been January 1
December 31, 2019 marks the end of the decade and prepares the world for an exciting arrival of the new year. New Year’s Day hasn’t always been celebrated on January 1, though. In fact, this winter holiday used to be celebrated by ancient Babylonians in March! Read on to learn more historical facts about New Year’s Day.
Winter Holidays from the Carolina Room: A look at Kwanzaa
The Charlotte Mecklenburg Library's Robinson-Spangler Carolina Room takes a look at the history of three winter holidays: Hanukkah, Moravian Christmas and Kwanzaa. Kwanzaa is the third and final in the series, with it's dates of observation from December 26-January 1.
Winter Holidays from the Carolina Room: A look at Moravian Christmas
The Charlotte Mecklenburg Library's Robinson-Spangler Carolina Room takes a look at the history of three winter holidays: Hanukkah, Moravian Christmas and Kwanzaa. Moravian Christmas is the second in the series, with it's dates of observation beginning on December 24 with a traditional "Love Feast."
Winter Holidays from the Carolina Room: A look at Hanukkah
The Charlotte Mecklenburg Library's Robinson-Spangler Carolina Room takes a look at the history of three winter holidays: Hanukkah, Moravian Christmas and Kwanzaa. Hanukkah is the first in the series, with it's dates of observation beginning on December 22.
Stay cozy with these wintry reads
Grab a cup of hot chocolate and a blanket before you settle in with these delightful wintry reads.
Children's Fiction: Let's Celebrate Winter!
It’s still getting darker earlier, and the temperatures continue to drop. We have made it to a new year and January is the perfect time of year share a fun book with family, while making paper snowflakes while staying warm this winter. Below are some perfect picture books to share with your little ones-- toddlers through first grade.
December Children's Reads: Hibernation Stories
December is the perfect time to share hibernation books with your children. The seasons are finally changing, as we start to bundle up, and animals prepare for their long winter nap. Below are some picture books great for younger children-- from toddler to kindergarten.