What’s one more thing to add to your already hectic schedule that you have in your final year of high school or college? Partying and celebrating your forthcoming freedom from school is most likely at the top of that to-do list. But before you celebrate that freedom, consider this: an internship.

An internship is when a student works in an organization (paid or unpaid), which allows the student to gain valuable experience, learn new and valuable skills and develop priceless relationships. Internships can last for as little as three months (summer is coming) and as much as six months, so it doesn’t take up your whole final year of high school or college. Think about all the things you’ve learned as a student and the type of advantage having an internship will give you when you finally enter the workforce.

THE BENEFITS OF INTERNSHIPS

Having recognized the benefits of an internship and taken advantage of those opportunities, here are some great reasons to get an internship:

Gain Valuable Experience 

This is your opportunity to “try out” the job or career of your choice. You also gain skills that you can only learn on the job. Not only have you gained skills, but you’ve had the opportunity to demonstrate them. The individuals that you work with during your internship can vouch for your skills and experience.

Spruce up your resume

College is a great way to begin your career journey with clubs and organizations. Still, viable experience as an intern could turn the eye of many employers, creating an edge over others in the job market.

Develop Skills 

Your skillset is limited when you first finish school. An internship will help develop and enhance soft and hard skills. Today’s employers are just as interested in your soft or transferable skills as they are in the specific skills to the job.

Build Relevant Relationships 

Networking is a vital skill to have in the job market. The relationships that you build while interning is critical to your future success. Once you build those relationships, they, in turn, can set you up for success just based on the relationships that you’ve built.

Meet Your Mentor 

It would be best if you had direction, and one of the best ways to get that is to acquire a mentor. Many people meet their mentors in their internships. Mentors are experienced and trusted advisers — they are a part of that relationship-building you should be doing in your internship. Still, they work with you to ensure you are successful. Mentorship is not a one-way relationship. It requires giving and taking to be effective.

REACH OUT

So, did I spark an interest? Do you want to learn more about internships? Learning more about finding an internship is as easy as talking with your guidance counselor or visiting your college and career center. All the resources you need to get started are right there in the palm of your hands. The staff there are there to help you succeed in this aspect.  Your school may have partnered with large corporations and medium-sized businesses to offer internships to students just like you. 

When moving into the workforce soon after school, taking advantage of internships creates opportunities beyond the time spent during an internship. It’s not easy to get work right out of school, so the more experience you can gain to include in the work experience section of your resume, the better. Get a leg up on other students entering the workforce by obtaining vital skills that employers crave under your belt. Internships are not all fun and games, though. They are meant to test your ability to work a job and give you hands-on experience in the industry or field of your choice.

Internships test all the work you put in your classes by thrusting you into the reality of the job — giving you the chance to try out the job before you work the job. Now, take the first step into your future and sign up for an internship.

The Job Help Center at the Library can help with your college and career path and goals. From one-on-one resume reviews to mock interviews, the Job Help Center can help you find, apply and be ready to interview for that internship. See the calendar here.

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This blog was written and updated by De’Trice Fox, adult services librarian in the Main Library’s Job Help Center.

Let’s face it: the past year has been challenging for many reasons, but, for some, the lack of travel opportunities really put a damper on life. Now that the world is reopening, some stir-crazy feelings can be put to rest with exciting travel programs and helpful travel resources available at Charlotte Mecklenburg Library. The only passport or ticket you need is your Library card! (Need a card? Get one here.)

Whether your next trip is mentally mapped out or planned to a “T,” let the Library provide fuel for the journey.

Consider your Library card a personal travel experience curator when you use it to:

1. Plan a trip – Use traditional guidebooks to help you navigate your next adventure. Complete with titles such as The Family Travel Handbook by Imogen Hall, 1,000 Places to See Before You Die by Patricia Schultz and The Backpacker’s Bible by Suzanne King, you’ll be able to travel near, far, on or off the beaten path any day. (Library tip: Download the Hoopla app to access hundreds of recently published guidebooks, maps included, from well-known publishers such as Frommer’s and Fodor’s
    
2. Learn a new language – Parlez-vous français (Do you speak French?)? Do you want to? You can certainly learn with FREE access to Transparent Language. This culturally rich and effective learning resource is perfect for all skill levels. Transparent Language provides an engaging experience that helps learners build listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in over 110 languages. It also combines robust courses, supplemental vocabulary, extensive grammar resources and mobile apps for a complete language-learning experience.

If you prefer to learn a language in a group setting, the Library offers online conversation clubs that may pique your interest. With languages currently ranging from Arabic and English to Spanish and French. You may also meet likeminded travelers when you sign up for engaging conversation here.

1. Stay connected – You’ll likely document your travels and want to share them with family and friends along the way. If you’re unsure about the availability or the cost of internet access while you’re away, rent a Wi-Fi hotspot. Rentals are only available for use in the continental United States.
    
2. Travel by chair – Did you know the Library offers opportunities for you to explore faraway places without having to leave the comfort of your home? It’s true! Our online Armchair Travel programs provide customers a sensory experience and the chance to learn about exotic lands, important past events in a meaningful manner and much more. Armchair Travel programs are suitable for adults and teens ages 12-18. Click here to find your next adventure.

   If  solo-video travel is more your jam, escape to the sunny tropics or frigid Arctic by watching more than 220 travel videos on our video service, Kanopy. Kanopy is perfect because it has video options for children and adults.
    

3. Learn about culture and history – Learning the culture of the people and places you plan to visit is paramount. Luckily, your Library card gets you access to Universal Class where you can study the cultures of Japan, China, France, Spain and more. Click here to start learning.

If exploring culture is music to your ears, consider immersing yourself in the beats and sounds of desired travels. Find amazing Afrobeats, brilliant Brazilian sambas and bossa novas, or hear the gongs of Shanghai with a quick and FREE search in Freegal. Freegal offers download or streaming access to more than 10 million songs, including Sony Music’s catalog of legendary artists. Even better? Library customers get five (5) free downloads (songs are one download whereas videos count as two) and five (5) hours of streaming each week.

Now that you know some ways to travel the world with your Library card, the next question is: where will you go first?

Share your travels with us on our social media platforms (@cmlibrary on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter) and tell us what you love by leaving a comment, tagging us or using the hashtag #cmlibrary.

Happy travels!

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This blog was written by Asha Ellison, marketing and communications specialist at Charlotte Mecklenburg Library.

The Library is excited to offer new merchandise in June for Pride and our Black Lives Matter programming.  Shirts, tanks and sweatshirts are available in men's, women's, unisex and children's sizes.

Order your new gear here today.

Don't wait - this is a limited time offer - orders close at midnight on June 14, 2021. 

Order Pride shirts here

Order BLM Program clothing here

This blog was written as part of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library's Black Lives Matter program initiative. Learn  more about the program and corresponding events here.

The National Black Child Development Institute (NCBDI) is a nonprofit organization that works to advance and improve the quality of life for Black and Brown children and their families. NCBDI has been committed to its mission: “to improve and advance the quality of life for Black and Brown children and families through education and advocacy” for 50 years. NBCDI’s Charlotte affiliate, BCDI Charlotte, is one of the twenty-seven affiliates organizations in the United States.

The six focus areas of BCDI are:

• Family Engagement
• Literacy
• Early Childhood Education
• Policy and Advocacy
• Health and Wellness

Did you know that children could be suspended or even expelled as early as preschool? These events can have adverse effects on a child’s future that can last far beyond the time spent out of school.

One tenet of NBCDI is advocating to secure equitable access to education for all young children by eliminating suspensions and expulsions during early childhood. NBCDI authored a white paper, “Delivering on the Promise of Effective Early Childhood Education” which explores the rising rates of suspensions and expulsions in early childhood education. The white paper prompted a national campaign to address this alarming trend. Being suspended and/or expelled are both recognized as forms of structural racism which becomes obvious when one explores how these “consequences” are applied to young children. According to their research, more than 250 preschoolers are suspended or expelled daily, and in childcare centers, expulsion rates are 13 times higher than they are in kindergarten through 12th grade. Black children disproportionately experience widespread injustice and racial inequality in our early childhood education system.

BCDI Charlotte launched its awareness campaign on January 1, 2021. Through a matrix of virtual info sessions, parking lot talks and canvassing efforts using social and conventional media, BCDI is capturing the attention of lawmakers, teachers, parents, community leaders, clergy, education practitioners and collective nonprofit organizations who are understanding the importance of this work.

This month, BCDI will partner with Charlotte Mecklenburg Library to continue to promote awareness and to expand its programming reach. Join us on Thursday, June 10, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. for a panel discussion to learn how you can help prevent suspension and expulsion in early childhood.

Register

Featured panelists include:

• Dr. Devonya Govan-Hunt: President of BCDI-Charlotte
• Kenneth Flamer: BCDI-Charlotte Board Member
• Gregory "Dee" Rankin: Founder/Executive Director of Future L.E.A.D.E.R.S.
• Cemeré James: Interim President & CEO of NBCDI and Author of Delivering on the Promise

BCDI supports its mission by providing strength-based, culturally relevant, and evidence-based programs throughout the community. At the center of BCDI’s work, is the commitment to ensure inclusivity and equity as it relates to quality care and education for children.

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This blog was written by Alesha Lackey, children's services manager at Allegra Westbrooks Regional Library

This blog was written as part of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library's Black Lives Matter program initiative. Learn  more about the program and corresponding events here.

Since the death of George Floyd, all Americans have been waking up to the reality of the police brutality that Black Americans experience. There have been thousands of protests, demanding change all over the world, including those here in Charlotte. Since last May, artist Sabrina Robinson has been taking photos of Black Lives Matter speeches and protests. Jordan Anne Johnson, a volunteer writer for West Boulevard Library’s Teen Circular had the opportunity to interview Sabrina whom shared her experience and thoughts about the protests she has attended.

Jordan: How did you become a photographer?

Sabrina: I started taking photos in church as a hobby. It became fun for me and I started studying it in college, but it never occurred to me to think about being a photographer as a profession. It only got serious when I met a Washington Post photographer. He took me under his wing, and I really started thinking about photography as a career.

Jordan: What do you remember seeing at every protest?

Sabrina: I remember seeing passion at every protest. There were all kinds of people from unique demographics, backgrounds, social and economic status, etc. participating and cheering for the same thing. I saw skaters, bikers, photographers, people playing basketball, speech givers, everyone had such a passionate role that they took seriously in the movement. I can only describe it as passion.

Jordan: What is one word you would use to describe the experience of the protest?

Sabrina: The first word that comes to my mind is "Unique”. I have seen popular organizations like the NAACP organize protests with lots of people. But I have also seen what it is like when a small group of young people get together wondering what to do. The smaller ones are the most intriguing to me because you must motivate and inspire yourself a bit more than if you were surrounded by hundreds of people.

Jordan: Were the protests different from the way the news described them? If yes, how were they different?

Sabrina: The protests that I went to were different than the way that the news described them. The news makes it seem more dramatic, negative and does not tell everyone's story. Being a photographer, I can tell everyone's story and different points of view.

Jordan: What is one thing that you learned from the speeches that were made at the protests?

Sabrina: I learned a lot of things from the protest and speeches that I went to. One of the things that I did learn is what defund the police really means and how most of Charlotte city funding goes to the CMPD for rubber bullets, illegal teargas and militarized police.

Image Source: The photos used were captured by artist Sabrina Robinson and were provided by her with permission to use in this blog post.

Sabrina Robinson is an accomplished artist who uses multiple mediums, such as photography and graphic arts, to tell stories, bring awareness and normalcy to conversations around activism, civic and social change, and mental health. In her current role, Sabrina continues to use art to give voice and agency to her community by capturing various events around Charlotte like protests, frontline workers, and displaced families and channeling it into programs that provide insight, depth, and encouragement to audiences in hopes that they use their gift to amplify their voice. More of Ms. Robinson's work can be found on her Instagram page: @signedspkr.

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This blog was written by twelve-year-old Jordan Anne Johnson, a volunteer writer for West Boulevard Library’s Teen Circular. Link to the full publication: https://bit.ly/3nMNqof

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library encourages reading and learning all year long. The summer months, when students take a break from school, are critical to expanded learning. In fact, summertime poses the most academic risk because students without access to summer learning opportunities can fall behind their peers, creating an achievement gap that is hard to close.

To keep kids on track with important matters such as literacy and physical activity, the Library offers Summer Break, its annual summer learning program that encourages children to read, learn and explore.

Learn more about Summer Break at the Library

As part of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s Summer Break, Stories of Summer are online live programs for the whole family to learn, move, and have fun. From Japanese Folktales to Mad Science experiments to Zoo Animals, we have all the summer educational excitement and movement planned for 9 weeks of Summer!

Join us on Thursdays at 2 p.m. EST on our ImaginOn Facebook Page starting June 10 for the Stories and Fun as we kick off summer 2021 with Sigmond Theatre!

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This blog was written by Jesse Isley, children's services leader for Charlotte Mecklenburg Library.

Participate in Habitat Charlotte Region’s Women Build movement by joining our first book club in partnership with the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library.

We have selected The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation in which writer and scholar Anna Malaika Tubbs celebrates Black motherhood by telling the story of the three women who raised and shaped some of America's most pivotal heroes.

Check out the book here

The virtual book discussion will take place from 6-7 p.m. over a series of three Thursday evenings:

• Thursday, June 24 at 6 p.m. Register here
• Thursday, July 22 at 6 p.m. Register here
• Thursday, August 26 at 6 p.m. Register here

We encourage you to sign up for all three so you don’t miss any of the wonderful discussion that is sure to take place.

Once you register for a session, you will receive a Zoom link to join the program via email just before the event date. If you have any questions, please reach out to [email protected].

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This blog was written by Chantez Neymoss, adult services leader for Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

Did you know that there are now three gardens at Myers Park Library? Branch volunteers have lovingly maintained the gardens for over a decade and their support inspired their restoration and expansion.   

The original garden, known as the McKnight Reading Garden was created after the branch renovation in 2008. It was named in memory of library benefactor Mrs. Gayle McKnight and was designed by (then) student Murray Corbett, a project which earned her the Girl Scout Gold Award. 

In 2015, Myers Park Library Services Specialist, Laura Cavette, and volunteer, Mary Lee created the branch's Children’s Garden.   

 While the Library was in Level I of the re-opening plan during the COVID-19 closure, Library staff were sitting outside greeting customers. As they looked around, they thought of expanding the existing garden space to allow for more seating to read, paint, sketch and enjoy nature. 

A plan was developed to update and expand the gardens.  The goal was to create a sustainable, environmentally friendly habitat that encourages Library use, volunteerism, exploration and inspires learning. Currently, the new garden is referred to as The Pollinator Garden and has been registered as an official stop on the NC Butterfly Highway. The Pollinator Garden will be dedicated to the memory of the late Doris Ann Bradley who passed away in November 2020. Doris Ann was a former Librarian and was one of the branch's beloved volunteers. She was instrumental in the creation of the garden and put forth many of the garden’s goals.    

While the gardens are a work in progress, it is used as a learning garden or demonstration garden. They are designed to be an outdoor teaching and learning area on topics such as horticulture, the natural environment and land water or wildlife conservation. It provides the perfect accommodation for groups like our community partner Mecklenburg Extension Master Gardener Volunteers to conduct on-site learning and education.  

The Read to Seed Garden series is a spin-off from the in-person program that was conducted by Matthews Library.  Read to Seed - Gardening with the Myers Park Library Garden Club is a gathering where guests can learn about environmentally-friendly gardening practices from experienced gardeners. Here one can share their gardening experiences, ask questions and discuss their favorite books or other media about gardens and gardening.   

Read to Seed welcomes all gardeners – from beginner to experienced. Come learn something new and create something wonderful in your garden. 

Join us for the next upcoming 3 events in the series: 

Monday, June 28 at 12 p.m.-1 p.m. 

Master Gardener Margaret Genkins - virtual presentation of Blooms, Bees, and Birds 

Native plants that create healthy, beautiful Carolina gardens that host and attract birds and pollinators. 

Margaret Genkins is an Emeritus Extension Master Gardener Volunteer with Mecklenburg County, NC. Her passion for gardening, nature, and ecology is anchored in over 30 years of gardening on 2 acres in south Charlotte and in her ongoing pursuit of horticulture and ecology education such as completing the Native Plant Studies Program at UNCC. Margaret's approach to gardening education is focused on simple, effective gardening and environmental stewardship practices to help each of us create healthy, beautiful gardens and green spaces that enhance and support our local ecosystems. Register here. 

Monday, August 9 at 12 p.m.-1 p.m. 

Master Gardener Margaret Genkins - virtual presentation of Native Secrets for Your Shady Garden 

Tips and techniques for gardening in the shade with a selection of shade-loving Carolina native plants. Register here. 

Monday, August 23 at 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. 

Dr. Larry Mellichamp, author of The Southeast Native Plant Primer, presenting Gardening in Charlotte Year-round 

Those of you who are relatively new to Charlotte may not know what a great place it is to garden: mild winters, long spring and fall; geographically close to mountains and coast; near several public gardens and good nurseries. You may also not be aware of our problems: hot, humid summers with high night temperatures; lots of red clay soil; variable rainfall. This talk will introduce gardeners to these factors and offer insight and solutions including specific plants for the four seasons of Charlotte gardening. And you can ask lots of questions. 

Dr. Larry Mellichamp is a retired Professor of Botany and Horticulture and was director of the Botanical Gardens at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Larry is a world traveler and expert on native plants of all kinds. He has received several teaching awards and written several books, including the recent Native Plants of the Southeast…the best species for the garden (Timber Press, 2014); and Bizarre Botanicals (2010) and The Southeast Native Plant Primer (2020) with Paula Gross. He is the 2016 recipient of the Tom Dodd, Jr. Plantsman Award of Excellence from the Cullowhee Native Plant Conference. He gardens at home in Charlotte where he lives with his wife Audrey. Register here. 

Tiff Massey is a visionary creative who expresses herself through large-scale and wearable sculptures, music and performance.

But before she creates a permanent expression for Charlotte-Mecklenburg residents, visitors and especially library patrons to enjoy, she wants to hear from you.

The award-winning interdisciplinary artist will talk about her creative practice and process and engage in a conversation that will inform her concept for Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s new Main Library branch at a virtual Community Engagement Meeting hosted by the Arts & Science Council (ASC) from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Monday, June 14.

Click here - Advance registration is needed to participate in the free event.

Massey is a 2021 United States Artists Fellow, as well as a 2015 Kresge Arts in Detroit Fellowship awardee and a two-time John S. and James L. Knight Foundation’s Knight Arts Challenge winner. She holds an MFA in metalsmithing from Cranbrook Academy of Art and creates work inspired by African standards of economic vitality.

Influenced by the iconic material culture of 1980s hip-hop, Massey uses contemporary observances of class and race through the lens of an African Diaspora, combined with inspiration drawn from her experience in Detroit.

“How does the context and placement of an object influence an individual’s perception of self?” Massey said in her artist statement. “The work first seduces the viewer, creating a desire to take, touch, and activate.”

She will create an impactful artwork that responds to the parameters, aesthetics and themes of the new Main Library, which will be located at the existing Main Library location in Uptown Charlotte. You can learn more about the plans for the new Main Library here.

Funding for the public art is in accordance with Mecklenburg County’s Public Art Ordinance, which allocates one percent of the total construction budgets for eligible capital projects for public art. ASC manages the public art programs for the county and the City of Charlotte.

This blog was written by Bernie Petit, communications manager with the Arts & Science Council.

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Welcome to Week 3 of Summer Break: Read, Learn, Explore! Did you know that people of all ages can participate in the Summer Break program? We hope that all the members of your family are having a great time participating and logging reading time and activities. The Summer Break challenge will run until August 14. If you have any questions about Summer Break, check out how the program works and sign up here.

If you’re looking for even more fun learning activities to do this summer, we have lots of suggestions! Check out our Digital Branch, Read Charlotte’s Reading Checkup or our online programs.

Digital Branch

Summer is a great time to enjoy the outdoors, but if you are ready to beat the heat, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library has you covered. Stay in the cool air conditioning and access our Digital Branch any time! Available 24/7 here, the Digital Branch has a variety of offerings for all ages. Find fabulous reads, literacy extension activities and Active Reading tips on the Storytime Train, or tune in and try out one of our three podcasts. You can also view Library programs or learn about Library resources. The Digital Branch has something for everyone to enjoy, no matter the time or location.

Reading Checkup with Read Charlotte

Curious about your child’s reading level? It’s time for a Reading Checkup. Visit Read Charlotte’s new page for more information. This quick, free assessment tool will provide you with resources and activities specifically geared for your child’s reading level.

Exciting Programs

This summer, the Library is hosting some wonderful programs online. Check out the available programming on our calendar. 

Thursdays at 2 p.m., the Library will host fun presenters on the ImaginOn Facebook page such as Mad Science, NC Zoo and Unicorns Break the Cage by Talewise. Here is a full listing of events in the Summer of Stories series.

Comments? Questions?

Are you having problems with the Summer Break 2021 website or your account? Do you have questions about the program? Do you have a wonderful story about the Library and Summer Break? Feel free to chat with us online, call your local branch, or email us at [email protected] for help or feedback.  

The 2021 Summer Break program is brought to you by Charlotte Mecklenburg Library with additional support from Wendy’s, Norsan Media and the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Foundation.  

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This blog was written by Whitney Lebron, Summer Break team member at Charlotte Mecklenburg Library.

Bienvenido a la semana 3 del programa de vacaciones de verano: ¡leer, aprender y explorar! ¿Sabías que personas de todas las edades pueden participar en el programa de vacaciones de verano? Esperamos que todos los miembros de tu familia disfruten de participar y registrar el tiempo de lectura y de actividades. El reto del programa de vacaciones de verano se extenderá hasta el 14 de agosto. Si tienes alguna pregunta sobre el programa de vacaciones de verano, revisa cómo funciona el programa y regístrate aquí.

Si buscas actividades de aprendizaje todavía más divertidas para hacer este verano, ¡tenemos muchas sugerencias! Échale un vistazo a nuestra sucursal virtual, a la verificación de lectura de Read Charlotte o a nuestros programas en línea.

Sucursal virtual

El verano es un momento genial para disfrutar del aire libre, pero, si estás listo para ganarle el calor, la biblioteca Charlotte Mecklenburg puede ayudarte. ¡Quédate bajo el fresco aire acondicionado y accede a nuestra sucursal virtual en cualquier momento! La sucursal virtual, disponible las 24 horas, los 7 días de la semana aquí, tiene una variedad de ofertas para todas las edades. Encuentra fabulosas lecturas, actividades de extensión de alfabetización y consejos de lectura activa en Storytime Train, o sintoniza y escucha uno de nuestros tres podcasts. También puedes ver programas de la biblioteca o conocer sus recursos. La sucursal virtual tiene algo para que todos disfruten sin importar el momento o el lugar.

Verificación de lectura con Read Charlotte

¿Sientes curiosidad acerca del nivel de lectura de tu hijo? Es hora de una verificación de lectura. Visita la nueva página de Read Charlotte para obtener más información. Esta herramienta de evaluación rápida y gratuita te brindará recursos y actividades específicamente orientados al nivel de lectura de tu hijo.

Programas emocionantes

Este verano, la biblioteca tiene unos fascinantes programas en línea. Échale un vistazo a la programación disponible en nuestro calendario. 

Los jueves a las 2 p. m., la biblioteca será anfitriona de divertidos presentadores en la página de Facebook de ImaginOn, como Mad Science, NC Zoo y Unicorns Break the Cage de Talewise. Aquí hay una lista completa de eventos de la serie Cuentos de verano.

¿Tienes comentarios o preguntas?

¿Tienes problemas con el sitio web del programa de vacaciones de verano 2021 o tu cuenta? ¿Tienes preguntas sobre el programa? ¿Tienes una fascinante historia sobre la biblioteca y el programa de vacaciones de verano? No dudes en chatear con nosotros en línea, llamar a tu sucursal local o enviarnos un correo electrónico a [email protected] para recibir ayuda o comentarios.  

El programa de vacaciones de verano 2021 llega a ti gracias a la biblioteca Charlotte Mecklenburg y el respaldo adicional de Wendy’s, Norsan Media y la fundación de la biblioteca Charlotte Mecklenburg.  

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Este blog lo escribió Whitney Lebron, miembro del equipo del programa de vacaciones de verano de la biblioteca Charlotte Mecklenburg.