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Digital Innovation Meets Equity at the Library

Connecting people with the information and tools they need to thrive is what libraries do. In May we shared Miranda’s story, a new resident who was unemployed and supporting five children. She was able to get a refurbished laptop through the MeckTech program and start building a better life for…
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What is Gina Lawrence reading?

0Amount Board Member Gina Lawrence saves by borrowing this list from Charlotte Mecklenburg LibraryHow much do YOU save at the Library?Calculate Here Here’s a look at what Gina is reading:  My reading selections are usually more varied between fiction and non-fiction. I have found, however, that recently, my reading has…
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Ice Breaking Books for Winter

The quarterly Foundation board meeting opened with the question “What book are you looking forward to reading this Winter?” The answers were so varied, unique and inspiring we decided to share it with you! February is the perfect month to snuggle up with the latest bestseller, local historical nonfiction, a…
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Help Wanted… and Received: Verizon grant to energize Library Job Help Centers

The role of the librarian is constantly evolving. Ever the knowledge specialists, select librarians in all 20 branches will be expanding their skills to become certified career counselors through a grant from Verizon. Verizon’s funding will help to provide training and certification to library staff through NCWorks using the National…
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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…
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