Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library delivers exceptional services, programs and free Wi-Fi, with a mission to improve lives and build a stronger community.

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Dive into a cozy tabletop adventure with your neighbors and friends! This month, we're playing Thirsty
Sword Lesbians!

Come out and play a peaceful RPG board game and create fun shared memories, Wednesdays at
6:00pm!

Register here: https://t.co/KFfIQ15Fiv

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With more than 7000 islands, the Caribbean is a culturally rich region shaped by a variety of languages, traditions, musical styles and, of course, cuisine. Experience Flavors of the Caribbean, where each recipe tells a story. Learn more and register here: https://t.co/RmIca7gRfW

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Find someone who loves you like Mary from Myers Park Library loves Summer Reading! She visited Eastover Elementary School this week to promote the program. The AC was out, the temperature was questionable, and Mary was powered entirely by her commitment to literacy.

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Come see us today from 9am to 1pm at University City Regional Library for this week's community book sale!

For more information on the book sale, and making book sale donations, visit-> https://t.co/Fcg00C4WoC

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Bring your families and join us for our first event on June 3 as we celebrate each other and a shared love of books!

For more information, visit: https://t.co/cZxuQ3ZMJE

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Join Sung Lee and Janelle Davis, musicians from the North Carolina Baroque Orchestra, for a performance of Baroque music featuring demonstrations on period instruments and a discussion of historically informed performance practice.

To register, visit: https://t.co/IujYJVs8ix

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Come see us Saturday, May 30 from 9am to 1pm at University City Regional Library for this week's community book sale!

For more information on the book sale, and making book sale donations,
visit-> https://t.co/bwpsNC1yvC

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All Library locations and book drops will be closed on Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day. Summer hours will also begin this weekend and all locations will be closed on Sundays during the summer.

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For stories once untold.

Join us as we take a trip through time with Carol Baldwin, the author of Half Truths. Discover life in pre-civil rights Charlotte through stories not shared in her novel.

Registration opens this Friday. More information here: https://t.co/AG3gROArxO

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Come see us today from 9am to 1pm at Steele Creek Library for this week's community book sale!

For more information on the book sale, and making book sale donations, visit-> https://t.co/Fcg00C4WoC

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Come see us Saturday, May 16 from 9am to 1pm at Steele Creek Library for this week's community book sale! This week will feature science fiction, fantasy, manga, and graphic novels.

More information on the book sale, and making book sale donations here: https://t.co/Fcg00C4WoC

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Join @CltChessCenter tomorrow at North County Regional from 5:30 - 7:30 for a night of chess, pizza and prizes. This event is free for all ages.

Find more information as well as future dates and locations for Community Chess Night with here: https://t.co/gA7amJ3NH9

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New aerial photos of the new Main Library building progress were taken on May 12, 2026, courtesy of Aerial Photos Elite LLC and @rodgersbuilders

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We're baaacckkkkk. Fresh look, same library love! 🎉 Explore our newly rebranded CML Webstore for fun, affordable merch that celebrates creativity and connection. 100% of profits support our mission to build a stronger community. Check it out -->https://t.co/JzoGG1e5X5

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Loong access.

Our library cards have a new look! But your access to 100+ digital resources, thousands of programs and millions of library materials remains the same. Sign up for free at any CML branch.

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There are still spots available for the virtual author talk with New York Times bestselling author and poet Maggie Smith. Her talk will be based on her book Dear Writer: Pep Talks & Practical Advice for the Creative Life.

Register for the event link -> https://t.co/2ySoSTK9yX

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Let's also hear it for our behind the scenes staff as well who work hard to:

Keep our collection current and accessible to everyone.

Equip Library staff with skills and knowledge to provide excellent service.

And strengthen our Library with passionate volunteers.

Much more

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It's Women's Health month, and University City Library will host three programs designed support women's health and wellness journeys.

Navigating Menopause: https://t.co/IjgE0RGEEE

Beyond the Label: https://t.co/RZmbWvxpA7

Echoes of Her Strength: https://t.co/bt5jwbyhbn

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Looking fresh, Mint Hill!

OG Status:
Taking shape in 1750, Mint Hill was the first town founded in Mecklenburg County.

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Looking good Hickory Grove! Hopefully Queen Charlotte doesn't feel left out.

New to Charlotte?
The Hickory Grove neighborhood has several community organizations dedicated to helping newcomers settle into life here in the Queen City, such as