This year, for National Volunteer Week (NVW), which runs this year from April 20-26, we'd like to recognize some of the hands - and even paws - that use their special gifts and talents to help us carry out our mission to improve lives and build a stronger community.

The Library is transitioning to a new Integrated Library System (ILS) in April. The ILS is the program that allows you to check out materials, place holds, and so much more. We want to keep you up to date and have created an information page for your guidance.

CMLibrary @ Founders Hall is a temporary Charlotte Mecklenburg Library location focused on popular reading. It is located in the Bank of America Corporate Center in Uptown Charlotte.

CultureGrams, gives you the world at your fingertips. CultureGrams goes beyond basic facts and figures with local perspectives on more than 200 countries, detailing daily life and culture, including history, customs, and lifestyles.

Highlights of programming and events for adults, teens, and children. Explore what the Library has to offer by audience or program, such as Summer Break, Dia, Community Read, and more.

Epicfest joyfully connects children, books, authors and illustrators through activities that encourage a love of reading and learning. This year's festival includes early learning stations, gaming, face painting, a scavenger hunt, book giveaways, signings and much more.

Library and Library Foundation staff and volunteers are led and supported by a leadership team dedicated to improving lives and building a stronger community.

Free Library Cards are available to residents of Mecklenburg County, and to those who live outside of Mecklenburg County but are Mecklenburg County property owners.

The Steele Creek Branch Library serves the fast-growing communities in Southwestern Mecklenburg County. This 15,000 sq. ft. branch library is located off Highway 49 on Highway 160 in front of the Southwest Middle School.

The 15,000 sq. ft. Matthews Branch Library is part of the Matthews Town Center, which also houses the Matthews Town Hall.