New Director of Library Development
Sarah Gransee became the new Director of Library Development at the State Library of North Carolina in November 2023. Sarah has over 15 years of professional library experience and most recently served as the Branch Services Manager for Buncombe County Public Libraries. Sarah began her library career as a media specialist with Wake County Public Schools, before moving to western NC to pursue opportunities in public libraries. "The unifying factor of my roles in youth services, library branch management, and public library administration has been my passion for connecting and empowering communities through library service," Sarah shares. "Library Development provides leadership and expertise to public, community college, and academic libraries, and I'm honored to be leading an incredible team that serves libraries throughout North Carolina." Sarah earned her BA in English and Spanish from Meredith College and her MLS from UNC-Chapel Hill.
Braille eReaders Now Available
We are thrilled to announce that SLNC Accessible Books and Library Services now have Braille eReaders for patrons to check out. Click here to learn more details or to learn how to receive a Braille eReader. You can also contact SLNC ABLS staff by phone at 1-888-388-2460 or email ncabls@dncr.nc.gov.
SLNC Top 5's of 2023
Explore the best of 2023 with the State Library of North Carolina's Top 5 lists! We've got it covered, from the most borrowed titles to the most visited web pages and more. Join us on a trip down memory lane, and let's revisit the highlights of last year together!
LSTA Grant Opportunity Reminder
The 2024-2025 fiscal year LSTA grant program is now open and accepting applications. Applications for EZ Grants and Project Grants are due March 1, 2024. Learn more about LSTA Grants.
SLNC at Annual African American Cultural Celebration
We are excited to be part of the 23rd Annual African American Cultural Celebration. Make sure to stop by the State Library of North Carolina table on the classroom level of the North Carolina Museum of History on Saturday, January. 27, 2024. Click here to learn more about this family-friendly cultural event.
New to NC: North Carolina Museum of Art
"New to NC" is a virtual series hosted by the State Library of North Carolina's Government and Heritage Library, offering an array of topics catered to new North Carolinians.
This series provides information on various subjects, including transportation, employment, housing, social services, tourism, recreation, art, music, cultural heritage, and more. Each program aims to equip newcomers with valuable insights and resources to help them make the most of their experience in North Carolina. The February 13 edition will feature the North Carolina Museum of Art.
Join this "New to NC" program to get a sneak peek at the North Carolina Museum of Art's upcoming spring events and exhibitions with Lizzie Newton, Director of Marketing and Communications, and learn more about the Museum's community programs and resources with Angela Lombardi, Director of Outreach and Audience Engagement. Click here to register for New to NC: North Carolina Museum of Art, February 13, 2024, at 11:00 am.