7015 Carnegie Boulevard
Charlotte, NC 28211
United States
5528 Waters Edge Village Drive
Charlotte, NC 28262
United States
Located at 301 East W.T. Harris Boulevard, University City Regional Library serves northeast Charlotte and one of the fasted growing areas for business, healthcare, and academia in Mecklenburg County – University City. This library first opened its doors to the public on February 14, 1993. In 1999, to accommodate rapid community growth, the library closed for five months to expand the facility to nearly 25,000 square feet – making it 60% larger than its original size. The University City Regional Library is one of the most visited libraries in the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library system. The new facility will be located less than a mile from the current facility on Waters Edge Village Drive, in the new Waters Edge development along JW Clay Boulevard.
January 21, 2025
This blog was written by Kim Arlia, logistics leader for Charlotte Mecklenburg Library.
This blog was updated on August 25, 2025 to include new dates and remove dates that have already passed.
THANK YOU! You are making the book sales a HUGE success! We love getting to know all of you – the customers who frequent the book sales. We are looking forward to some really special sales this fall.
It is APPLE SEASON and very shortly it will be PIMPKIN SPICE season. With fall right around the corner – you need to stock up for hygge. It is the Danish word for the concept of staying indoors – the coziness that promotes contentment and well-being. Pronounced “hoo-guh”, hygge is my favorite way to spend a night when the sun goes to bed early. I have been reading all about hygge – The Year of Living Danishly by Helen Russell. What you need besides some good reading material are candles, low lighting, a fire place, blankets, throw pillows, hot cocoa or tea. You can hygge alone or with others – think board games!!! Come meet us at the book sales and tell us what you will be reading when you hygge.
Start marking your calendar today! Book sales are 9 a.m. – 1 pm (unless otherwise noted).
Saturday, September 20, 2025, from NOON to 5 p.m.
Join us at NoDaHood FestiFall Market 12 – 5 p.m. Lots of vendors and wonderful community!!
Divine Barrel Brewing 3701 N Davidson St Suite #203, Charlotte, NC 28205
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Join us in the Founders Room – lower level of Founders Hall
100 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Join us in the Founders Room – lower level of Founders Hall
100 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
“Books are a uniquely portable magic.” — Stephen King
Book donations are currently accepted at all open Library locations. You can drop off a box/bag per day. The back rooms of our libraries are small so we cannot accept large donations at branches. Please call your local Library before making a book donation to ensure the location can receive your items. Do not leave them outside – rain and bugs are not their friends!
The Library does NOT accept the following items:
The library does accept textbooks, travel guides, and computer books – but they have to be published between 2022 and 2025
Have a large donation? Please contact Kim Arlia at [email protected] or Maurice Huntley at [email protected] for directions for the Library Administration Center (LAC). The LAC operating hours for donations are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
All donations are brought via the library delivery system to the Library Administration Center (LAC). At the LAC, a team of volunteers will go through the donations and determine what will happen to them based on condition, age, and genre. Some may be added to the existing library collection, others may go to various outreach programs, some make their way to the many Free Little Libraries in Mecklenburg County, while others end up at the library book sale or for sale at Thriftbooks.com. Revenue generated by book sales and Thinftbooks.com allows for the procurement of more library materials.
August 12, 2025
This blog was written by Lisa Wright and Elyse Farmer, program coordinator for Charlotte Mecklenburg Library.
Since 2015 the ONE Access program, short for “One Number Equals Access,” makes it easier than ever for students and staff to connect with Charlotte Mecklenburg Library resources. By using their school identification number (or NC EdCloud/employee ID for staff) instead of a separate library card, participants can instantly access a wealth of materials and tools. From research databases to e-books, audiobooks, magazines, music, and video, ONE Access provides digital learning opportunities as well as the option to borrow up to 10 print or audiobooks with no overdue fines. This partnership between the Library and area schools supports literacy, learning, and educational success throughout the community. In 2025, we’re marking 10 amazing years of ONE Access, and we’ll be celebrating all year long with “Top 10” lists you won’t want to miss!
1. Library accounts for all CMS teachers and students. By using either employee ID numbers (teachers) or student ID numbers (students), everyone in CMS can check out physical books and access eBooks and more through the library website.
2. Active Reading & Read Together Workshops. Active Reading is an interactive approach that helps children build early literacy skills by asking questions, building vocabulary, and making connections while reading a story. Charlotte Mecklenburg Library offers outreach workshops to schools, and resources and tips for families, caregivers, and educators to make reading aloud more engaging and effective.
3. Free computer use, wi-fi, and study spaces at our branches. All 20 library locations have computers and Wi-Fi that students can use for FREE with a library card or ONE Access account, as well as space to study.
4. Free homework help. Weekly Homework Help programming is available at all library locations. Trained Homework Help volunteers provide a welcoming and supportive environment where young learners can: get help completing assignments, practice important foundational skills (such as math facts or reading), and get connected to important Library resources including Tutor.com, a free professional virtual tutoring service that provides 15 free tutoring sessions in any subject each week with a ONE Access account. Visit the Homework Help website for library locations and hours when the program is provided.
5. Reading Buddies program. The Reading Buddies program is a free program that brings together children and volunteers to read in thirty-minute appointments one time a week at all Library locations. Children select their own books to read, and trained volunteers provide support and encouragement to help children practice and foster a love of reading! Visit the Reading Buddies website for library locations and hours, and how to register for a weekly appointment slot.
6. College and Career Connections. College and Career Connections is a suite of free programs and workshops offered by community experts and organizations such as the College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC) and The Princeton Review. Topics range from resources to pay for college, admissions essays, test prep, and online practice tests to help teens plan and prepare for their future after high school and beyond. Visit the College and Career Connections page for more information, including how to take the Road Map to Success Challenge.
7. Schools paired with library branches. Each CMS school is paired with a library branch close to the school location. These pairings are a resource for educators to find a nearby library best able to assist them with library resources and services. View the menu on the ONE Access Guide for Schools for a list of possible programs library staff can provide.
8. FREE access to local and regional history. The collection is also expanded with online resources at CMStory.org. (Lots of cool images and exhibits!) Supplement and enhance curriculum in the classroom with artifacts and primary source documents from our community.
9. Community events including Summer Reading, Epic Fest, and Community Read. Charlotte Mecklenburg Library host author visits, book talks, and storytelling sessions that connect students with the people behind the books they read. These events can bring literature to life, inspire reluctant readers, and provide opportunities for students to ask questions and learn about the writing process.
10. Trusted Library staff to support teachers and families. Librarians and library associates enjoy collaborating with teachers, caregivers, and students to recommend age-appropriate high quality materials that spark student interest and align with curriculum goals. They provide guidance on research skills, technology use, and literacy strategies to help students succeed in the classroom and at home.
Ten years of ONE Access means ten years of empowering teachers, students, and families, and we’re just getting started. We look forward to an incredible school year and many more years of learning and connection ahead!