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Beyond the Studio: Using the Library’s Resources for Your Art Practice with Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

Date: Saturday, January 9 —Saturday, January 9, 2027
Time: 1:00 PM —3:00 PM
Location: McColl Center
Cost: $20

The library is more than books. Discover resources available to artists through Charlotte Mecklenburg Library, from research and creative tools to technology and resources that can support your studio practice and career.

Learn what’s available, how to access it, and how to make the library part of your toolkit as a working artist.

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