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Verse & Vino is Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Foundation’s signature annual fundraiser. For a decade, this celebration of reading, writing and the joy of libraries – shared with a community of readers and New York Times best-selling authors – has become one of our region’s most anticipated events.

Thursday, November 7, 2024
Charlotte Convention Center

Essie
Chambers

photo: Christine Jean Chambers

Emiko
Jean

photo: Katy Weaver

Edward
Lee

Jessica
Shattuck

photo: Sharona Jacobs

6:00 pm
Wine and cocktail hour, book sales, and book signings by the authors

7:00 pm
Dinner and Program

House Salad
Mixed greens, Brussels slaw, red and golden beets, and cucumber
White balsamic vinaigrette

Duet Entrée
Braised short rib Bourguignon and
Roasted chicken with mushroom shallot mélange, demi-glace, garlic, herbs, and fresh lemon
Buttermilk mashed new potatoes and fresh asparagus

For Vegetarians and Vegans
BBQ Tofu
Southern greens and black-eyed peas

Dessert
Chocolate Truffle Torte or Pear Almond Tarte

9:30 pm
Program ends with an opportunity for additional book sales and signings

Author Sponsor

Vignette Sponsors

Wine Sponsor

Technology Sponsor

Best Seller Sponsors

Media Sponsors

Collector Sponsors

Individual Sponsors

Jennifer Clark
Elizabeth and Chris Daly
Adeline Epstein
Claudia and Andy Heath
Kellie and Brandon Lofton
Teresa Powell
Luke Sluder
Caroleen Towery