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10 things to know For more information on these programs, visit cabarruscounty.us or email [email protected] 1 2 Down on the bayou 2019 Summer Reading Program Cabarrus County’s Travel Club made its way down the bayou for a visit to New Orleans in April. The trip included breakfast at Café Du Monde, a night out on Bourbon Street, a walking tour of historic New Orleans and an air boat tour through the swamps. There were also ferry rides along the Mississippi River and Uber rides across town—a first for some. “A Universe of Stories” will unfold with the Cabarrus County Public Library System’s annual Summer Reading Program (SRP). The 2019 theme celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing. Cabarrus County’s Travel Club offers single- and multi-day experiences to local, regional and cross-country destinations. The experiences are reasonably priced and feature professional transportation, planned activities and the added safety of traveling in a group. To learn more, call 704-920-3484. The SRP blasts off June 14 and continues through August 17, with events and prizes for all ages that include gift card raffles, tote bags, books, fine waivers and more. SRP groups participants by age and encourages participation in programs that connect them to lifelong learning, creativity and exploration. Event calendars and reading logs are available online http://bit.ly/cabco247library or at any branch of the library. The Library also hosts monthly programs across its five branches that include computer tutorials, crafting programs and book discussions. Your free library card also gives you access to online courses, entertainment and an extensive digital catalog. Visit http://cabarruscounty.us/library or http:// facebook.com/cabarruscountylibrary. 6 JOURNEYS Summer 2019