Queens Everett Library

Attn: SENIORS Do This!

Whether you are interested in art, design, Jewish learning, or creative practice, all are welcome to attend this fascinating event. Join artist and graphic design professor Mike Wirth for a book talk exploring Hiddur Olam, a visually rich book that reveals the intersection of Torah, spiritual practice, and the creative process. The event will feature a behind-the-scenes look at the book’s creation, a short reading, an interactive creative activity, and a Q&A. Refreshments will be served, with books and prints available for purchase. Sponsored by Everett Library, Spiritual Life, and Hillel.

It is our pleasure to announce the addition of "A Strand of Pearls" to Queens' Special Collections. This commemorative book chronicles the 25-year history of Charlotte's Rho Psi Omega chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha. Thank you to Dr. Renae Sanders, President of Queen City Ivy and Pearls Foundation, for donating a copy for our Queens' AKA chapter members and others to enjoy.

✨Special Collections Highlight✨

👑Have you ever wondered what the oldest artifact in the library is? We have a portrait of Queen Charlotte, which she commissioned herself as a gift for her Governess, Lady Charlotte Finch, and gifted to her in 1765.

🖼️This portrait of Queen Charlotte (1744-1818), born Princess Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, is rendered in oil on canvas 32” x 37.25”. A legend attached to the base of the frame reads, “Jan. 13th, 1765, Their Majesties gave me these Pictures whole length in oyle in miniature [sic] size, Extract from Diary of Lady Charlotte Finch.” The inscribed date likely reflects the date that the portrait was bequeathed; the exact date of creation is unknown. Lady Charlotte Finch (née Fermor, 1725-1813) was governess to the children of King George III and Queen Charlotte from 1762-1793.

📝An undated, unsubstantiated typewritten note, author unknown, found in the Queens University institutional archives states that Allan Ramsay (1713-1784) painted this miniature portrait of Queen Charlotte. However, it is the professional opinion of Dr. Matthew Craske (Oxford Brookes University, Oxford, UK) that this portrait was painted by the artist Johann Zoffany (1733-1910). Dr. Craske is a renowned art historian, author, and art advisor to the Church of England Diocese of Oxford. According to Dr. Craske, Johan Zoffany and Allan Ramsay were both engaged regularly by Queen Charlotte and King George. Zoffany, however, had a direct relationship with the young Queen. Also, aside from the two authors’ stylistic differences, Dr. Craske asserts that Ramsay did not paint in miniature.

(Photo's courtesy of Everett Library Special Collections)

🌟 Student Worker Spotlight! 🌟
Meet Hope Jackson, a second-year Psychology major from Laurinburg, NC! 🎓✨
Hope loves to sing, draw, color, and listen to music 🎶🎨. Her favorite reads are YA Romantic Fiction and YA Drama novels 💕📚.
Her favorite part about being a student worker? Helping, guiding, and connecting with her peers! 💬💛

Do we control AI - or is it the other way around?

The gripping new Bruce Holsinger novel Culpability explores the clash between moral responsibility and AI. This summer Culpability was chosen by Oprah as a Book Club pick and hailed by Winfrey as "a must-read for all generations."
Join us for a student-led discussion with Bruce Holsinger, about his bestselling AI thriller, Culpability.

Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2-3 p.m, Everett Library. There is no charge for this event, but please register so that we have enough seats and snacks. .

📚✨ October is American Archives Month!
Celebrate by diving into the rich history of Queens University through the NC Digital Heritage Center 🏛️🔍
Explore rare photos, documents, and stories that shaped our campus legacy 💙
📸 Photo courtesy of QUC Archives
🔗 digitalnc.org/institutions/queens-university-charlotte

✨ Student Worker Spotlight ✨
Meet Jasnoor Mundi — political science senior, Pre-Law Club powerhouse, and Pi Sigma Alpha honors scholar

📚✨ Heads up, students! The library will have special hours during Fall Break — perfect for catching up on reading or taking a well-deserved study pause. 🍂 Check the updated schedule before you stop by so you don’t miss out!

Unlock the power of choice! 📚 Who decides what you get to read? Step up and sign up to read a banned book at Everett Library's Banned Books Read Aloud. Exercise your right to read on Wednesday, October 8th. ✊

Student Worker Spotlight: Erin! 🌟 Accounting major, Durham native, baking enthusiast, "Pride and Prejudice” lover, and VP of Campus Union Board. What a rock star!