As the caboose of the weekend following Thanksgiving (starting with the infamous Black Friday, then Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday) Giving Tuesday is an opportunity to focus on and celebrate the places and people who strengthen and support our community. Obviously, here at the Library Foundation, we want to shine a spotlight on our libraries and library staff.
Events
Verse & Vino 2022
The Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Foundation was back at the Charlotte Convention Center at Verse & Vino this year. We are thrilled to announce that we had 1,100 people in attendance and raised over $475,000… with donations still coming in. If there is a group of people more dedicated, enthusiastic and committed to improving and strengthening an organization like the Library, it’s our Verse & Vino guests. They’re the reason why we are one of America’s leading urban public libraries.
This year we were joined once again by our emcee Sheri Lynch and five outstanding New York Times bestselling authors: David Baldacci, Sarah McCoy, Javier Zamora, Megan Giddings, and Adriana Trigiani.
VERSE & VINO Spotlight: Megan Giddings
The Buzz: A fan of Margaret Atwood, Shirley Jackson, and Octavia Butler? Then we’ve found your new favorite.
Verse & Vino is back with New York Times bestselling authors David Baldacci, Adriana Trigiani and more
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Foundation announces the ninth annual Verse & Vino — an evening of great writers, great wine and library supporters. The evening will feature New York Times bestselling authors David Baldacci, Adriana Trigiani, Megan Giddings and Sarah McCoy plus newcomer Javier Zamora.
VERSE & VINO Spotlight: David Baldacci
The Buzz: Hop on for another spine-tingling ride with a mystery-writing maestro
VERSE & VINO Spotlight: Sarah McCoy
The Buzz: A 1970s sun-kissed romp on a star-studded private island (with cameos from a Rolling Stone and a British Royal)
VERSE & VINO Spotlight: Adriana Trigiani
The Buzz: “A comedy writer with a heart of gold” (New York Times) weaves 21st century Italian family dynamics with long buried secrets in her latest novel
VERSE & VINO Spotlight: Javier Zamora
The Buzz: a highly anticipated debut from the acclaimed poet has been hailed as “the mythic journey of our era” (Sandra Cisneros)
Kathy Reichs: A Look Back
How fortunate we are to call New York Times best-selling author and acclaimed forensic anthropologist Kathy Reichs neighbor, friend and Charlotte Mecklenburg Library supporter.
To a crowd of almost 200 Kathy entertained with tales of her real-life adventures dealing in mind-boggling murders and macabre mysteries with a delightful dose of humor.
Are virtual events losing popularity?
If our March 30 event “Conversation with New York Times bestselling author Marie Benedict” is any indicator, the answer is no. With almost 200 people registered for the event, it’s clear that virtual events are here to stay at the Library Foundation, even as our in-person events begin again.
She changed the world with her discovery. Three men took the credit.
Join us for a live conversation on March 30th with New York Times bestselling historical fiction author Marie Benedict about her latest novel Her Hidden Genius. Benedict’s powerful new work shines a light on a woman who sacrificed her life to discover the nature of our very DNA, a woman whose world-changing contributions were hidden by the men around her but whose relentless drive advanced our understanding of humankind. Join the author on Wednesday, March 30th at noon to learn more about the inspiration behind her latest real-life heroine, Rosalind Franklin.
How the Foundation is supporting Community Read
The Library’s month-long event — Community Read — inspires an active dialogue through discussions, book clubs and events hosted with community partners. This year’s spokespeople Library CEO and Chief Librarian Marcellus “MT” Turner and Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles will help amplify the importance of this year’s event theme and join a goal of 10,000 participants. That’s 10% of Mecklenburg County!
At Home? At Town? You Decide!
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It’s Time to Plan Your Celebration!
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Todd’s Verse & Vino Party Tips 2
Verse & Vino event planner Todd Murphy shares more tips for party hosts – let us keep the food and…
THANK YOU to Verse & Vino Sponsors
Verse & Vino is possible because of the generosity of corporate, foundation and individual sponsors. Thank you. Verse & Vino…
Join the Party – at Town Brewing Co!
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Todd’s Verse & Vino Party Tips!
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The Authors are IN!
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Carnegie Circle 2021
An Evening with Annette Gordon-Reed
Moderated by Carol Quillen
Featuring “On Juneteenth”
Best-Selling Author Lineup for 7th Annual Verse & Vino Fundraiser
Five best-selling authors headline an all-new digital platform
New Digital Format for 7th Annual Verse & Vino
Innovative new format makes Verse & Vino more inclusive than ever.
Verse & Vino 2020 Goes Virtual!
Completely reimagined, the city’s biggest book club can be even bigger!
At Home with Nicholas Graham and Cecelia Moore
April 21, 2020 on Facebook Live
EpicFest is for Teens, Too!
There’s an epic component reserved for teens – and that’s by design.
Redefining Charlotte’s Food Scene
June 8, 2017 at 7th Street Public Market
Art is Hard: Surviving and Thriving as an Artist in Charlotte
November 15, 2019 at Elder Gallery
The Tao of Bill Murray with Gavin Edwards
August 13, 2019 at Town Brewing Company
Janis Joplin: Her Life and Music with Holly George-Warren
January 15, 2020 at Town Brewing Company
Authenticity, Literacy and Community
President Bill Clinton and James Patterson shared their love of books and literacy.
Books, Beer…and Connection
Audiences come for the beer, the books, the topics…and increasingly, the networking.
A Magical Setting for EpicFest
“The perfect convergence of setting and experience,” by Mark I. West
Books, Wine and So Much More
“We’re all Library users. Finding a way for our book club to support the Library was a natural fit.”
2018: Denise Kiernan Speaks of History and Legacy
“I literally can’t do what I do without libraries.”
Talking Draughts at Final Draught
A scientist, a designer, a banker, and an organic farmer walked into a bar.
Final Draught is a Hot Ticket!
Food from home, long days, maxed-out credit cards, and turning dreams into opportunity.
2017: A Delicious Evening with Vivian Howard
Featuring universal connections between place, people, food and stories.