All libraries will be closed in observance of Easter on Sunday, April 20th.

HIGHLIGHTS

One book. One week. One community.

Community reading event during National Library Week

April 13 - 19, 2014

When we read, we learn new things. And when we read together, we learn things not just about the book, but also about the people with whom we are reading.

Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury has been chosen for this year's One Book community read. Read the book, and then join us at a public library in April for programs that bring the book's themes to life and bring our community closer together. Pick up a copy at your local branch today.

Visit cmlibrary.org/onebook for events and more information.

Library Day at the Gantt | April 5, 2014

Show your library card and receive free admission to the Gantt Center!

The Gantt Center and Charlotte Mecklenburg Library are partnering to bring you a great day highlighting the links between literature, history, and art. Show your Charlotte Mecklenburg Library card at the Guest Services desk and receive free admission to the Gantt Center. As part of this month's Family First program, families will have a change to meet exhibiting artist Antoine Williams and explore how artists use visual art to tell stories. Round out the day by exploring our current exhibitions; signing up for a library card; participating in story time; and creating your own work of art in a workshop led by author Kelly Starling Lyons! Special book displays and a session on resources offered by your library system will also be available on this great day.

Harvey B. Gantt Center for African American Arts + Culture | 551 S. Tryon St. Charlotte, NC 28202

For more information call 704.547.3770 or 704.416.0558.

April is National Poetry Month

Join us for poetry events in April, including programs like Poetry & Pancakes and Magnetic Poetry. There's something for every age! See events.

Get your HOMEWORK done. Get Back to Your LIFE!

"Now it doesn't take me 3 hours to finish my chemistry homework" 10th Grade Student

Tutor.com can help you get your homework done, write your paper or study for your test, so that you can get back to doing the things you love. Don't get frustrated and don't stay stuck. Instead, log on to Tutor.com through www.cmlibrary.org/homework to get the help you need, right when you need it.

Students (and parents!) can get help for any kind of academic question in math, science, English, social studies and writing. The tutors work with students in kindergarten through 12th grade and even AP level coursework and intro-level college coursework. Connecting with a tutor is easy. You just need a library card and a computer or mobile device with Internet access. Connect. Learn. Go.

You can also access the service from our mobile app to have homework help at your fingertips. Look for Charlotte Mecklenburg Library in the app store.

Thanks to the Charlotte Bobcats and Lowe's for their generous support in supporting free access to the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library's Tutor.com resources this year.

April Program Highlights for Adults

Lunch at the Library

Join us for a monthly, lunchtime speaker series featuring local guests of notable achievement and civic influence. Bring your lunch to the Main Library for a stimulating, casual hour of conversation, hosted by Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Trustee, author and civic leader Ed Williams.

April 22: Dr. Ron Carter - President of Johnson C. Smith University | Learn more or register

May 15: Mary Tribble - Marketing Professional, Speaker and Deputy Executive Director of Hospitality and Events for the 2012 Democratic National Convention

June 19: David Goldfield, Ph.D. - Robert Lee Bailey Professor of History at UNC Charlotte

Noon to 1:00 PM, Main Library, Francis Auditorium | 704-416-0101

Meet the Author: Walter Bennett

Walter Bennett, a former civil rights attorney, judge, and law professor will discuss his new novel, Leaving Tuscaloosa, set in the Deep South in 1963. Q&A will follow, and copies of the book will be on sale.

4/1/2014 at 10:30 AM: Cornelius Learn More

Clases de Computacion en Espa�ol | Age(s):Adults

This is a one on one computer class held at Scaleybark in Spanish every Friday at 10:00 a.m. Attendees will learn at their own pace and interest. Esta es una clase de Computacion que se lleva a cabo en nuestra biblioteca en Espa�ol cada Viernes a las 10:00 a.m. Los asistentes aprender�n de acuerdo a su propio paso e inter�s.

4/4/2014 at 10:00 AM: Scaleybark Learn More / Register Online

4/11/2014 at 10:00 AM: Scaleybark Learn More / Register Online

4/18/2014 at 10:00 AM: Scaleybark Learn More / Register Online

4/25/2014 at 10:00 AM: Scaleybark Learn More /Register Online

Writing Group: Magnum Opus (18-25 years old)

Writers of all experience and skill levels are encouraged to join this group to share work, exchange ideas and feedback, and meet other local amateur writers. Audience: Adults

4/7/2014 at 5:30 PM: Matthews Learn More | Register Online

Main Pages Book Club | Age(s):Adults

This month, we'll discuss Shane by Jack Schaefer, an unforgettable story of the relationship between a farm boy and a gunman struggling to escape his dark past. Pick up a copy of this month's selection & register in person, online or call 704-416-0101.

4/9/2014 at 5:30 PM: Main Library Learn More

From Page to Screen: Celebrating Patricia Highsmith, "Strangers on a Train" | Age(s):Adults, Seniors

Come to a Page to Screen experience! This month, watch the presentation of the life of Patricia Highsmith; stay to watch Alfred Hitchcock's gripping suspense film starring Farley Granger & Robert Walker, based on the book Strangers on A Train.

4/18/2014 at 1:30 PM: Matthews Learn More

Starting & Growing Your Small Business: Your Library & SCORE | Age(s) :Adults, Seniors

4/16/2014 at 5:30 PM: Main Library Learn More | Register Online
Hear about business plans, lessons learned about developing your business, and free SCORE support services. Be aware of the free library research services for collecting reliable information on competitors, prospects, suppliers, market area and more.
4/26/2014 at 1:30 PM: Independence Regional Learn More This workshop focuses on testing your business idea & identifying key factors that influence start-up success. Hear about free SCORE support services & library resources for collecting reliable information on competitors, prospects, suppliers, & more SCORE is a nonprofit helping small businesses get started, grow and succeed.

One on One Computer Training | Age(s):Adults, Seniors, Teens (12-18)

Computer training for exactly what you need. Get help with anything from basic Word to setting up an e-mail address. If you'd like training on your personal laptop or e-reader, please bring it with you to the session.

Mondays at 6:00 PM: Scaleybark Learn More or Register

April Program Highlights for Teens

Prom Project

Prom Project is a partnership effort between Girl Talk Foundation, the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library, and many other community partners to collect and distribute donated formal wear so that high school girls have the opportunity to feel beautiful for their prom or social. Girls get to choose a prom dress, shoes and accessories from a make-shift boutique free of charge. As a pre-requisite to shopping, girls attend a 45-minute etiquette class that includes beauty, fashion and prom safety tips. Then it's off to shop for that perfect dress! The event is designed to provide girls with the skills needed to feel confident, smart, proud and powerful.

When: Saturday, April 12, 2014 - 10am - 2pm

Where: ImaginOn: The Joe & Joan Martin Center, 300 E. Seventh Street, Charlotte, NC

Cost: Free, but registration is required. (First 200 girls receive 'Glam' goodie bag).

Register: Learn more and register at www.girltalkfoundationinc.com/programs/prom-project

Learn, Connect, Play
Grab your friends and come play and have some fun while developing problem-solving, critical thinking and teamwork skills. There's something for everyone, from word games and chess to video gaming and strategy games. Audience: Teens (12-18), Preteen (8-11) Events are scheduled at various branches. See upcoming events.

Book Club:Teen Anime and Manga Interest Circle (TAMIC)
Join us on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month at 4:30pm. Members will discuss manga, anime, and related topics. Audience: Teens (12-18) 4/7/2014 at 4:30 PM: Matthews Learn More | Register Online
4/21/2014 at 4:30 PM: Matthews Learn More | Register Online

From Page to Screen: I am Number Four
Whether you already love the book or want to watch the movie before reading it, join us for the film adaptation of I am Number Four. See the story brought to life! This movie is rated PG-13. Audience: Teens (12-18) 4/8/2014 at 3:30 PM: West Boulevard Learn More

Robotics: LEGO Mindstorm, MakeyMakey, and Handheld 3D Modeling
Develop your technology skills by building and programming robots or turn fruit, play-doh, pencil drawings, and almost anything you can think of into a keyboard or game controller. Teens will also create 3D sketches with a 3D printing pen. Audience: Teens (12-18) 4/15/2014 at 2:00 PM: West Boulevard Learn More

Web Creation with KompoZer

Learn to build solid websites with KompoZer, a free web authoring tool similar to Dreamweaver, available at http://www.kompozer.net.

Audience: Teens (12-18)

4/29/2014 at 3:30 PM: West Boulevard Learn More

April Program Highlights for Children

D�a de los ni�os / D�a de los libros

(Children's Day / Book Day)

Join us for this annual celebration that connects children and families with reading and culture!

Meet author/storyteller Carmen Agra Deedy.
Enjoy music and dance performances.
Sing with Mr. Nigel.
Enjoy fun early literacy & math games.
Meet Maya & Miguel from PBS's WTVI.

Saturday, April 26, 2014 from 10:30AM-1:00PM

Imaginon, 300 E. 7th St., Charlotte | 704.416.4630 | en espa�ol: 704.416.0556

Celebrate D�a de los ni�os at library branches throughout Mecklenburg County. Click here for a list of events.

Learn and have fun with science!

The Library offers three online Science resources geared specifically to kids in 3^rd to 6^th grade. PowerKnowledge Earth & Space Science, PowerKnowledge Life Science, and PowerKnowledge Physical Science includes engaging articles, images, and video on topics like food chains & food webs, natural disasters, elements & the periodic table and more! Does your child have a homework assignment on elephants that is due tomorrow? Check out the PowerKnowledge Life Science Resource. Are you looking for ideas for a Science Fair Project or experiment? Each PowerKnowledge resource has a section with help for Science Fair Projects and Experiments.

Look for PowerKnowledge Earth & Space Science, PowerKnowledge Life Science, and PowerKnowledge Physical Science in the list of online resources on our website at www.cmlibrary.org/homework.

Good to know news...

National Volunteer Week is April 6-12

This year marks the 40th Anniversary of National Volunteer Week, demonstrating the enduring importance of engaging volunteers to strengthen communities. A big thank you to the library's 1,000 plus volunteers who gave over 52,000 hours to the library last year, a resource that leveraged a value of $1.3 million for the library. Apply to be a volunteer today!

World Book Night

World Book Night is an annual celebration of books and reading, dedicated to spreading the love of reading. Annually, on April 23 (Shakespeare's birthday) thousands of passionate volunteers across America give a total of half a million free World Book Night paperbacks to those within their communities who don't regularly read. Each year, 35 popular books are chosen. The authors of these books waive their royalties and the publishers produce specially-printed World Book Night, U.S. editions. Charlotte Mecklenburg Library will be a pick-up location for book givers on April 16. Givers were selected in January and will hand out 20 copies of a favorite title in the community on April 23.

COMING IN MAY

Race and Class in a New South City: Revisiting Bittersweet Legacy

Reviewing her award-winning book's findings and how they have held up in light of scholarship on New South cities in the twenty years since its publication, Dr. Janette Greenwood will discuss the crucial role that Charlotte's black community played in the making of this book and the power that local people possess in documenting and recovering their past. Registration is required. Sign up online, in person, or by calling 704.416.0150.

Audience: Adults, Seniors 5/3/2014 at 11:00 AM: Beatties Ford Road Learn More Register Online

Summer Reading

Pre-registration starts May 21.
Summer Reading runs June 11 - August 9, 2014

No matter your reason for reading - whether it's to learn new things, escape with a great story, or simply to relax and unwind - you reap great benefits. Summer Reading is for all ages - babies, children, teens and adults. Mark your calendars and get ready to read. We'll have more information coming in next month's issue. www.cmlibrary.org/summerread

SAVE THE DATE FOR

Support your Library by attending an entertaining evening with five New York Times bestselling authors at the Library Foundation's newest fundraising event,Verse & Vino, presented by PNC Bank. Slated for the evening of Thursday, November 13, 2014 at the Westin Charlotte, Verse & Vino guests will enjoy a cocktail reception, book signing with the authors, seated dinner, and a brief presentation by each author. All proceeds from this event will benefit programming, books, and materials for your Library.

VISIT FOUNDATION WEBSITE FOR DETAILS

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