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Since its founding in 1903 as a Carnegie Free Library, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library has provided community service and outreach to the citizens of the Charlotte area. One of the premier libraries in the country, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library was named winner of the 2006 National Award for Library Service. The library sponsors a variety of community-based programs, from computer and Internet workshops to the award-winning Novello Festival of Reading, a celebration of the joys of reading and learning. With 24 locations, 1.6 million volumes and 28,000 videos, DVDs and CDs, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library is dedicated to its mission of expanding minds, empowering individuals and enriching the community.