Newcomers

Branches

Branch Locations

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library has twenty branch locations and a Mobile Library that serves customers throughout the county with less access to traditional facilities.

More Resources

To explore more resources available in the communities surrounding each library location, visit the Welcome CLT Community Resources LibGuide.

Things To Do

Future Plan

Want to know what the future holds for the Queen City? The Charlotte Future 2040 Comprehensive Plan is the long-range plan that will guide the development and investments made in our city over the next two decades.

Charlotte’s Got A Lot

Charlotte’s got a lot is the official travel resource for Charlotte, NC. Explore top attractions, restaurants, events, shopping & local favorites today! They also publish an annual official city guide which can be found for free throughout the city or digitally on their website.

Parks & Recreation

The Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department is home to 230 parks, greenways and facilities throughout Mecklenburg County. They aim to enhancing community wellness through recreation, open space, and natural resources.

Meet Our Mobile Library, MoLi

MoLi

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library places great importance on improving lives and building a stronger community. The Mobile Library, nick named “MoLi” (pronounced Molly), strives to provide equitable access to the underserved and underrepresented communities of Mecklenburg County. It expands the library’s reach into neighborhoods with high need and provides new ways for everyone in Charlotte to learn and grow.

Features:

  • Large book collection with new and popular titles
  • ADA compatible wheelchair lift
  • Mobile technology cart to be equipped with laptops, Chromebooks, tablets and other technology
  • Programming both inside and outside the vehicle
  • Diesel generator and a power inverter supported by four solar panels on the roof of the vehicle.

Blog Posts

The Charlotte Mecklenburg Library blog features stories from our library and includes many posts oriented towards newcomers to Charlotte. Many branches that work closely with New American populations have created content around getting to know the community that each branch serves. Explore the posts listed below to learn more about these vibrant neighborhoods.

Access More Resources

Visit the library’s guide to find useful links, videos, information and resources to help you get settled in your new home.

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