Did you know that horticultural therapy is widely used in physical and vocational rehabilitation and improves memory, cognitive abilities, language skills and socialization? This year National Horticultural Therapy Week is March 20 through 26.

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library understands it can be difficult to locate resources when conflict and humanitarian crisis arise in our local and global community. Here, we provide resources to understand the war in Ukraine.

Though movie legend Sidney Poitier died earlier this year, he leaves behind an important legacy about race and success.

Library outreach services are essential to the communities. Learn how to join in the National Library Outreach Day celebration.

Access a world of possibilities by getting a library card during Library Card Sign-up Month.

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library is excited to introduce MakeMake, our first Spanish language digital resource for children ages 3 to 15. This collection contains interactive books where youth can read and listen to the text at the same time.

Although family reunions have been quiet for two summers, they'll be back. We can't let this traditional celebration of family die. The Black family won't die, and neither will the Black family reunion. Even on a smaller scale, we will celebrate.

Local author Anna Jean Mayhew shares fond memories of growing up with a Library card and the impact it continues to have on her life.

Breweries are controversial in Mecklenburg County. Critics often comment on the pace at which breweries seemingly pop up across Charlotte and its neighboring towns and counties, often wondering if the city has more to offer than alcohol. Dr. Tom Cole of the Robinson-Spangler Carolina Room explores the history of beer in Charlotte and all that it's bound to be.

Disparities in the healthcare system affect pregnant Black mothers at an alarming rate. Reform and advocacy are needed to help expectant mothers.