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3 reasons you should care about diverse children’s books
Feb 13, 2023Why should you care about diversity in children's literature? Author Charlitta Hatch explains.
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Collaborative Exhibit Opening Soon at the Plaza Midwood Library!
Feb 3, 2023Celebrate the opening of "Signs of Plaza Midwood," a new permanent exhibit at Plaza Midwood Library, featuring the old Penguin sign, historic photographs and signs from neighborhood businesses. The exhibit is a collaboration between the Plaza Midwood Neighborhood Association, Plaza Midwood Merchants, WhirlyPig Design and Charlotte Mecklenburg Library.
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Join us in celebrating our 3rd Annual National African American Read-In
Jan 31, 2023Join us in celebrating diversity in literature during the National African American Read-In on February 18, 2023.
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Get a free copy of the Community Read titles beginning February 1
Jan 26, 2023Get a free copy of the Community Read titles beginning February 1 while supplies last.
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Get smart investment help with your library card
Jan 26, 2023The stock market can be intimidating. Getting help with financial planning and investments can be costly. Who do you trust, how much do you invest, when is the right time, how much do you need to start? Even DIY investing can be costly because of the fees associated with research sites. But, you can get started today with FREE resources available at Charlotte Mecklenburg Library. All you need is your library card.
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Support local Black-owned businesses with the Library
Jan 17, 2023The Black Entrepreneur Series (BE Series) highlights Black Businesses and business owners in the Charlotte area. Find out how these entrepreneurs got their start, by joining us every week for the month of February for in-depth interviews and Q&A.
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Give your opinions on the new University City Library
Jan 17, 2023Give your opinions on the new University City Library
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A year in review: CMLibrary's Top Reads of 2022
Jan 3, 2023Check out which books Library users couldn't get enough of in our 2022 recap.
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Get access to healthcare resources with the Library and Novant Health
Oct 16, 2023An exciting partnership with Charlotte Mecklenburg Library and Novant Health brings community health workers to local branches.
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Interracial Marriage returns as an issue in the law
Dec 7, 2022Interracial marriage in the United States has existed for many years to various degrees but its legitimacy under the law has been spotty. In 1967, the Supreme Court decision in the Loving v. Virginia case legalized mixed race marriages. The new Respect for Marriage Act in Congress is set to codify such marriages.