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“Read to Me, Charlotte!” needs new or gently used children's books.
“Read to Me, Charlotte!” is a communitywide initiative coordinated by the Public Library of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County. It seeks to provide encouragement, tools and knowledge to promote daily reading with children from birth to age 5.
Donated books are distributed through the “Read to Me, Charlotte!” Community Bookshelves around Mecklenburg County to families who are visiting various agencies. Huntersville's is at The Solomon House.
The Solomon House also offers free health education and referrals to community resources for those in the Huntersville and Lake Norman area without full access to health care. It is supported by a grants and donations.
The Solomon House, at 200 S. Main St., Huntersville, is open 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. For details, to volunteer or for an appointment, call 704-875-7727.
For more information about donating books and “Read to Me, Charlotte!” visit www.readtomecharlotte.org.
Charter school soccer win
On Aug. 28 Lake Norman Charter Middle School had its first soccer game of the season at Lincoln Charter School in Denver.
Dark clouds loomed as the teams dribbled, raced, kicked, blocked and fought for position. The Knights kicked one into the goal.
With nine minutes left in the first half, lightning halted play. A sprinkle became a downpour. But the storm rolled out, and 30 minutes after the first drop of rain, the game resumed.
Because of the delay, both teams agreed a winner would be declared at the end of the first half. Neither team scored, and the Knights won 1-0.
Congratulations!
Remembering TT
Aug. 29 was a sad day for our family. Our little Maltese dog, TT, succumbed to congestive heart failure. She was just 10 years young. Dr. Mark McGeough, owner of Birkdale Animal Hospital, took great care of TT when she was well and also when it was time to give her body peace and rest.
When we lose our pets, we feel deep and painful loss, because they become cherished members of our families. They give unconditional love and abundant joy to our lives.
My husband and son created TT's Garden as a memorial to her. We mourn and grieve the loss of TT and will for some time. She will live in our hearts forever.
Freelance writer Annette Calud: acalud@charlotteobserver.com.
