Year-round events keep the Charleston area buzzing. Music and tempting aromas fill the air. Witness world-renowned performances at Spoleto, get a taste of our heritage at small town oyster roasts or discover the find of a lifetime at an antique show. With so many events taking place, you'd better mark your calendar now.
The Charleston County Public Library's Programs for July 2008
07/01/2008 - 07/31/2008
ALL PROGRAMS ARE FREE TO THE PUBLIC!
Catch the Reading Bug: Children’s Summer Reading Program (ages 11 and younger)
June 1 – July 31
All Charleston County Library Branches
Children are awarded prizes for reading or being read to at levels of 5, 15 and 30 hours. Prizes include the SC reading medal, passes to community events, T-shirts and branch grand prizes.
iRead ’08: Teen Summer Reading Program (students entering grades 6 – 12)
June 1 – July 31
All Charleston County Library Branches
This summer it’s all about YOU – read whatever you want and win cool prizes like free food from McDonald’s, gift cards to Northwoods Mall, iTunes, bookstores and more. The more you read, the more you can win with weekly prize drawings and rewards for reaching reading goals. Turn in a Playlist of your favorite books for a chance to win an iPod nano with video!
Reading Wave: Adult Summer Reading Program (ages 18 and up)
June 1 – July 31
All Charleston County Library Branches
Reading Wave rewards adults for reading with weekly prizes and an awesome grand prize package. Read alongside Charleston County’s youth and cash in – you deserve it!
Saul Alexander Gallery Art Exhibit
July 1 – 31
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930
Photographer Greg Schmitt will share his abstract nonrepresentational series of digital photographs titled “A State of Mind” in the Saul Alexander Gallery in July.
Saul Alexander Gallery Call for Entries
July 1 – September 5
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930
The Saul Alexander Foundation Gallery in the Charleston County Public Library announces a call for entries for juried art exhibitions, solo or group, beginning December 2008 through December 2009 at the Main Library, 68 Calhoun Street, Charleston, SC 29401. Preference is given to work reflecting experiences and viewpoints of South Carolina residents. Deadline for completed applications is Sept 5, 2008. Applications are available at the Main Library, in the Administrative Office, or on our web page, www.ccpl.org under About Us, Saul Alexander Gallery. For further information, contact Becky Melancon, 805-6951.
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Decorative Painting Display
July 1 – 31
John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945
Pat Simpson will display a variety of projects illustrating the different mediums and uses of decorative paintings, such as canvas, paintings in oil, acrylics, colored pencil, pen ink and batik. Simpson's handmade accessory pieces for the home on wood, fabric, terra cotta, metal, glass and brick will also be available for viewing in the glass display case.
Becky’s Box of Puppets: Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People’s Ears
Tuesday, July 1 at 10:30 a.m.
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930
Join us in the jungle for this West African tale based on the Caldecott award-winning book by Verna Aardema.
Reptiles of the Lowcountry with Matt Olson
Tuesday, July 1 at 11 a.m.
James Island Library – 1248 Camp Road: 795-6679
Presented by the Environmental Education Division of the City of Charleston’s Recreation Department.
Oh Baby! Tummy Tumblers (24 months or younger with an adult)
Tuesday, July 1 at 4 p.m.
John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945
Babies can Catch the Reading Bug, too! Join us to earn an hour on your summer reading log!
Knitting Group (adults)
Tuesday, July 1 from 6 – 7:30 p.m.
John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945
Enjoy the company of other adult knitters. Meet to exchange ideas. Bring your projects and knit with friends. Open to knitters of all skill levels.
Film Movement: XXY
Tuesday, July 1 at 7 p.m.
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930
For just about everybody, adolescence means having to confront a number of choices and life decisions, but rarely any as monumental as the one facing 15-year-old Alex who was born an intersex child. As Alex begins to explore her sexuality, her mother invites friends from Buenos Aires to come for a visit at their house on the gorgeous Uruguayan shore, along with their 16-year-old son Álvaro. Alex is immediately attracted to the young man, which adds yet another level of complexity to her personal search for identity, and forces both families to face their worst fears. This Argentinean film is in Spanish with English subtitles.
Not Fiction Book Discussion
Tuesday, July 1 at 7 p.m.
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930
The Worst Hard Time: The Untold Story of Those Who Survived the Great American Dust Bowl by Timothy Egan
Catch the Movie Bug: Enchanted
Wednesday, July 2 at 10:30 a.m.
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930
A classic Disney fairytale collides with modern-day New York City in a story about a fairytale princess who is sent to our world by an evil queen. Soon after her arrival, Princess Giselle begins to change her views on life and love after meeting a handsome lawyer. Can a storybook view of romance survive in the real world? Rated PG; 107 minutes.
Center for Birds of Prey with Stephen Schabel
Wednesday, July 2 at 10:30 a.m.
John L. Dart Library – 1067 King Street: 722-7550
Learn fun facts and see these beautiful creatures up close!
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iWatch & iPlay (ages 13 – 18 only)
Wednesday, July 2 from 2 – 5:30 p.m.
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930
Teens are invited to join us for a fun afternoon of movies and games. From 2 – 4 p.m. watch Drillbit Taylor (rated PG-13), and from 4 – 5:30 p.m. play Guitar Hero. Bring a bag lunch or snacks if you like; popcorn and soda will be served.
Wednesday Children’s Movie: Antz
Wednesday, July 2 at 2 p.m.
St. Andrews Regional Library – 1735 N. Woodmere Drive: 766-2546
A rather neurotic ant tries to break from his totalitarian society while trying to win the affection of the princess he loves. Rated PG; 83 minutes.
Frog Frolic Film Festival
Wednesday, July 2 at 4 p.m.
Otranto Road Regional Library – 2261 Otranto Road: 572-4094
It’s movie time at Otranto! Featuring “Frog Goes to Dinner” and “The Foolish Frog.” A cool refreshing snack will be part of the show!
Meet the Reptiles
Thursday, July 3 at 10:30 a.m.
West Ashley Library – 45 Windermere Boulevard: 766-6635
A naturalist from the Tiedemann Nature Center will introduce you to a variety of live turtles, lizards, snakes and an alligator! This hands-on experience is one that you will not soon forget!
Country and Western Musical Fun with Roger Bellow
Thursday, July 3 at 2 p.m.
St. Andrews Regional Library – 1735 N. Woodmere Drive: 766-2546
Former host of the Vintage Country radio show on Charleston’s WSCI.
Summer Movie: The Ant Bully
Thursday, July 3 at 2 p.m.
Dorchester Road Regional Library – 6325 Dorchester Road: 552-6466
When you're as small as an ant, the world is big – and the adventure is bigger! That's what young Lucas learns after he aims his water pistol at some hapless ants. They retaliate with a secret potion that shrinks him down to their size. Rated PG; 88 minutes.
Reptiles of the Lowcountry with Matt Olson
Thursday, July 3 at 4 p.m.
Mt. Pleasant Regional Library – 1133 Mathis Ferry Road: 849-6161
Presented by the Environmental Education Division of the City of Charleston’s Recreation Department.
Summer Movie: The Ant Bully
Saturday, July 5 at 3 p.m.
Dorchester Road Regional Library – 6325 Dorchester Road: 552-6466
When you're as small as an ant, the world is big – and the adventure is bigger! That's what young Lucas learns after he aims his water pistol at some hapless ants. They retaliate with a secret potion that shrinks him down to their size. Rated PG; 88 minutes.
Houdini II
Monday, July 7 at 2 p.m.
John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945
Magic is the name of this game!
Knit and Stitch (adults)
Monday, July 7 at 6:30 p.m.
West Ashley Library – 45 Windermere Boulevard: 766-6635
Want to know more about knitting or share your knowledge? Then bring your knitting supplies and knit with friends. This group is for all skill levels.
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Houdini II
Tuesday, July 8 at 10:30 a.m.
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930
Magic is the name of this game!
Houdini II
Tuesday, July 8 at 12:30 p.m.
James Island Library – 1248 Camp Road: 795-6679
Magic is the name of this game!
Opera at the Library: La Traviata
Tuesday, July 8 at 1:30 p.m.
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930
Join us for operas on film this summer in a series titled In Memoriam: Beverly Sills and Luciano Pavarotti. This week we are screening La Traviata by Verdi, starring Beverly Sills with Julius Rudel conducting the Filene Center Orchestra and Chorus. This was filmed in 1976 at In Performance at Wolf Trap.
Reptiles of the Lowcountry with Matt Olson
Tuesday, July 8 at 2 p.m.
Dorchester Road Regional Library – 6325 Dorchester Road: 552-6466
Presented by the Environmental Education Division of the City of Charleston’s Recreation Department.
A Guide to Better Diabetes Management: Know Your Healthy Steps
Tuesday, July 8 from 3 – 5 p.m.
St. Andrews Regional Library – 1735 N. Woodmere Drive: 766-2546
Join us for this free program presented by Megan Hamilton of Bayer Healthcare. Receive a free glucose meter while supplies last. Limited space is available. Please register by Monday, July 7 by calling (843) 412-8300.
Oh Baby! Tummy Tumblers (24 months or younger with an adult)
Tuesday, July 8 at 4 p.m.
John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945
Babies can Catch the Reading Bug, too! Join us to earn an hour on your summer reading log!
Club Anime! (ages 12 – 19)
Tuesday, July 8 from 4 – 5:30 p.m.
John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945
The teen club dedicated to the art of Anime and Manga is in session! Pick up the latest newsletter and celebrate summer with episodes of School Rumble and Full Metal Panic.
Small Business Counseling
Wednesday, July 9 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930
SCORE counselors will be available in Business Reference to give advice and provide guidance on starting your own business.
Catch the Movie Bug: The Game Plan
Wednesday, July 9 at 10:30 a.m.
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930
An NFL superstar with an ego bigger than a football field is getting ready for a run at the big championship game when the 8-year-old daughter he never knew existed shows up at his not-so-family-friendly bachelor pad. As the big game gets closer he begins to realize the most meaningful win he can achieve is the heart of the one little fan who counts the most. Rated PG; 110 minutes.
Movie Day at the Library!
Wednesday, July 9 at 10:30 a.m.
John L. Dart Library – 1067 King Street: 722-7550
Come stay cool and watch an awesome movie at the Library!
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Houdini II Presents the Summer Reading Half-Time Show
Wednesday, July 9 at 10:30 a.m.
Cooper River Memorial Library – 3503 Rivers Avenue: 744-2489
Celebrate reaching the halfway point with the dazzling magic, music and cotton candy treats of Magician Houdini II.
iWatch & iPlay (ages 13 – 18 only)
Wednesday, July 9 from 2 – 5:30 p.m.
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930
Teens are invited to join us for a fun afternoon of movies and games. From 2 – 4 p.m. watch Superhero Movie (rated PG-13), and from 4 – 5:30 p.m. play Dance Dance Revolution. Bring a bag lunch or snacks if you like; popcorn and soda will be served.
iCreate @ Aloha Lounge (rising 6th – 12th graders)
Wednesday, July 9 from 2 – 4 p.m.
John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945
Get your creative juices flowing and create your own crafts. We have all summer to create, so you can work on one piece or many pieces. We may venture outside to have watermelon seed spitting contest, play badminton, or throw a Frisbee. We’ll have tons of fun so you don’t want to miss a week!
Wednesday Children’s Movie: Surf’s Up
Wednesday, July 9 at 2 p.m.
St. Andrews Regional Library – 1735 N. Woodmere Drive: 766-2546
Join Cody, a Rockhopper penguin, as he journeys from his home in Shiverpool, Antarctica to take part in the Big Z Memorial Surf-Off on the beach of Pen Gu Island. Cody believes that winning is everything until he meets The Geek, an old washed-up pro-surfer, who may just show Cody that a true winner isn't always the one who comes in first. Rated G; 90 minutes.
Houdini II
Wednesday, July 9 at 4 p.m.
Otranto Road Regional Library – 2261 Otranto Road: 572-4094
Magic is the name of this game!
Houdini II
Thursday, July 10 at 10:30 a.m.
West Ashley Library – 45 Windermere Boulevard: 766-6635
Magic is the name of this game!
Caterpillar and Polliwog
Thursday, July 10 at 10:30 a.m.
Poe/Sullivan’s Island – 1921 I’On Avenue, Sullivan’s Island: 883-3914
Some animals change! Learn about caterpillars, butterflies, polliwogs and frogs. Make a critter of your own to take home.
Spiders, Flies and Worms, Oh My!
Thursday, July 10 at 10:30 a.m.
Cooper River Memorial Library – 3503 Rivers Avenue: 744-2489
A puppet production filled with Bug-a-licious stories, songs and plenty of interactive fun for the entire audience.
Dance Dance Mania (ages 12 – 18)
Thursday, July 10 at 11 a.m.
John L. Dart Library – 1067 King Street: 722-7550
Show off your dance moves and see if you can outshine everyone. The winner will receive a prize.
Houdini II
Thursday, July 10 at 2 p.m.
St. Andrews Regional Library – 1735 N. Woodmere Drive: 766-2546
Magic is the name of this game!
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Summer Movie: Mary Poppins
Thursday, July 10 at 2 p.m.
Dorchester Road Regional Library – 6325 Dorchester Road: 552-6466
An irrepressible nanny soars out of the London skies, bringing a carpetbag of magical adventures into the lives of the Banks family on Cherry Tree Lane. Rated G; 139 minutes.
The Reading Room (rising 6th – 12th graders)
Thursday, July 10 from 4 – 4:30 p.m.
John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945
One of JITA’s crewmembers wanted to experience some relaxing reading @ the Library! So, grab a book and join us as we experience the excitement and adventure found in books. This is a GREAT way to participate in the teen summer reading program!
Houdini II
Thursday, July 10 at 4 p.m.
Mt. Pleasant Regional Library – 1133 Mathis Ferry Road: 849-6161
Magic is the name of this game!
Teen Advisory Board Meeting (ages 12 – 17 and/or grades 6 – 12)
Thursday, July 10 from 4 – 5 p.m.
Otranto Road Regional Library – 2261 Otranto Road: 572-4094
Teens meet to share their ideas on programs, services and materials to improve Young Adult services at the Otranto Road Regional Library. There will be opportunities to join in on book talks, as well as assist in creating teen newsletters, banners, and programs. Refreshments will be provided.
Teen Movie Night: Spider Man
Thursday, July 10 at 5 p.m.
St. Andrews Regional Library – 1735 N. Woodmere Drive: 766-2546
Peter Parker is just an average high school student until he is bitten by a genetically altered spider. He soon begins to discover that he has super-human strength, agility and an ESP-like spider sense. Peter decides to use his power for good and begins to fight crime. Rated PG-13, 121 minutes.
Why Garden?
Thursday, July 10 from 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930
Dr. Gail Wagner, Anthropology Professor at USC, discusses some of the intangible benefits of gardening, why (other than the obvious) we grow vegetables and why some plants have special meaning.
Houdini II
Friday, July 11 at 10:30 a.m.
Mt. Pleasant Regional Library – 1133 Mathis Ferry Road: 849-6161
Magic is the name of this game!
Home School Book Club (ages 8 – 11)
Friday, July 11 at 1:30 p.m.
John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945
Join us to share your summer reading adventures! Read an adventure book and tell us about it! Also, collect an hour on your summer reading log.
Cypress Gardens Presents the Bugs of the Lowcountry
Friday, July 11 at 3:30 p.m.
McClellanville Branch Library – 222 Baker Street: 887-3699
Dwight Williams will bring loads of bugs for us to examine!
Puppet Show (all ages)
Saturday, July 12 at 1 p.m.
Dorchester Road Regional Library – 6325 Dorchester Road: 552-6466
Join us for a “buggy” puppet show performed by Dorchester Road Regional Branch’s Library Pals.
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Saturday Movie Matinee: National Treasure: Book of Secrets (all ages)
Saturday, July 12 at 3 p.m.
John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945
Join us at the library for a fun day at the movies. Treasure hunter Benjamin Franklin Gates is back and looking to discover the truth behind the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. He finds John Wilkes Booth’s diary and is determined to uncover the mystery within the 18 missing pages in this great action adventure. Rated PG; 118 minutes. Learn more about the actors and check out books to take home from our book display.
Summer Movie: Mary Poppins
Saturday, July 12 at 3 p.m.
Dorchester Road Regional Library – 6325 Dorchester Road: 552-6466
An irrepressible nanny soars out of the London skies, bringing a carpetbag of magical adventures into the lives of the Banks family on Cherry Tree Lane. Rated G; 139 minutes.
Make Your Own Bug Observatory
Monday, July 14 at 2 p.m.
John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945
All you need to know about finding, housing and studying bugs.
The Good, the Bad and the Buggy
Monday, July 14 at 3:30 p.m.
Poe/Sullivan’s Island – 1921 I’On Avenue, Sullivan’s Island: 883-3914
Join Zack for stories that will bug you!
Knit and Stitch (adults)
Monday, July 14 at 6:30 p.m.
West Ashley Library – 45 Windermere Boulevard: 766-6635
Want to know more about knitting or share your knowledge? Then bring your knitting supplies and knit with friends. This group is for all skill levels.
Storyteller Tim Lowry
Tuesday, July 15 at 10:30 a.m.
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930
Prepare to be charmed by delightful stories!
Mad Science of Charleston
Tuesday, July 15 at 11 a.m.
James Island Library – 1248 Camp Road: 795-6679
Join us for amazing and unusual science experiments!
Bird Feeders
Tuesday, July 15 at 1 p.m.
Village Branch Library – 430 Whilden Street: 884-9741
Make an earth-friendly bird feeder for our feathered friends.
Susie Eades Book Club
Tuesday, July 15 from 1:30 – 3 p.m.
St. Andrews Regional Library – 1735 N. Woodmere Drive: 766-2546
The Book Thief by Marcus Zusak
Sea Islands Book Club (adults)
Tuesday, July 15 at 2 p.m.
John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945
Come to the library and discuss The Spirit of Sweetgrass by Nicole Seitz. Essie Mae Laveau Jenkins is a 78-year-old sweetgrass basket weaver who is facing losing her home, her basket stand, and her independence. Her dead husband talks her into coming to Heaven, where she reunites with Gullahs and African ancestors. Essie Mae must find inner strength to keep her South Carolina family together. Copies of the book may be obtained from the Reference Desk while supplies last.
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Mad Science of Charleston
Tuesday, July 15 at 2 p.m.
Dorchester Road Regional Library – 6325 Dorchester Road: 552-6466
Join us for amazing and unusual science experiments!
Once Upon a Time Cavalcade of Games
Tuesday, July 15 at 3:30 p.m.
Edisto Branch Library – 1589 Highway 174: 869-2355
Fairy tale games and crafts.
Oh Baby! Tummy Tumblers (24 months or younger with an adult)
Tuesday, July 15 at 4 p.m.
John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945
Babies can Catch the Reading Bug, too! Join us to earn an hour on your summer reading log!
Knitting Group (adults)
Tuesday, July 15 from 6 – 7:30 p.m.
John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945
Enjoy the company of other adult knitters. Meet to exchange ideas. Bring your projects and knit with friends. Open to knitters of all skill levels.
Contemporary Book Discussion
Tuesday, July 15 at 7 p.m.
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930
A Prayer for Owen Meany by John Irving
Catch the Movie Bug: Snow Buddies
Wednesday, July 16 at 10:30 a.m.
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930
Disney's adorable talking puppies are back and this time they venture to the frosty arctic and team up with new friends in a thrilling dogsled race across Alaska. Rated G; 87 minutes.
Tomalind Martin Polite: Priscilla’s Homecoming
Wednesday, July 16 at 10:30 a.m.
John L. Dart Library – 1067 King Street: 722-7550
Trek from Sierra Leone to South Carolina and back again as she traces the voyage of a 10-year-old slave girl named Priscilla, her great, great, great, great grandmother.
Carle Carnival
Wednesday, July 16 at 10:30 a.m.
St. Paul’s/Hollywood Library – 5151 Town Council Dr. 29449: 889-3300
Author Eric Carle’s stories, crafts and more.
iWatch & iPlay (ages 13 – 18 only)
Wednesday, July 16 from 2 – 5:30 p.m.
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930
Teens are invited to join us for a fun afternoon of movies and games. From 2 – 4 p.m. watch Fool’s Gold (rated PG-13), and from 4 – 5:30 p.m. play Guitar Hero. Bring a bag lunch or snacks if you like; popcorn and soda will be served.
iCreate @ Aloha Lounge (rising 6th – 12th graders)
Wednesday, July 16 from 2 – 4 p.m.
John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945
Get your creative juices flowing and create your own crafts. We have all summer to create, so you can work on one piece or many pieces. We may venture outside to have watermelon seed spitting contest, play badminton, or throw a Frisbee. We’ll have tons of fun so you don’t want to miss a week!
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Wednesday Children’s Movie: The Water Horse: Legend of the Deep
Wednesday, July 16 at 2 p.m.
St. Andrews Regional Library – 1735 N. Woodmere Drive: 766-2546
A lonely boy discovers a mysterious egg that hatches a sea creature of Scottish legend. Rated PG; 111 minutes.
Spiders, Flies and Worms, Oh My!
Wednesday, July 16 at 4 p.m.
Otranto Road Regional Library – 2261 Otranto Road: 572-4094
A puppet production filled with Bug-a-licious stories, songs and plenty of interactive fun for the entire audience.
Bug Bonanza with the Charleston Museum
Thursday, July 17 at 10:30 a.m.
West Ashley Library – 45 Windermere Boulevard: 766-6635
Have you heard the buzz on this hands-on program? Children learn the basics about insects by examining a large variety of these fascinating creatures.
Becky’s Box of Puppets: Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People’s Ears
Thursday, July 17 at 10:30 a.m.
Cooper River Memorial Library – 3503 Rivers Avenue: 744-2489
Join us in the jungle for this West African tale based on the Caldecott award-winning book by Verna Aardema.
Madden Tournament (ages 12 – 18)
Thursday, July 17 at 11 a.m.
John L. Dart Library – 1067 King Street: 722-7550
Can you lead your team all the way to victory? The winner will receive a prize.
Reptiles of the Lowcountry with Matt Olson
Thursday, July 17 at 2 p.m.
St. Andrews Regional Library – 1735 N. Woodmere Drive: 766-2546
Presented by the Environmental Education Division of the City of Charleston’s Recreation Department.
Summer Movie: Herbie Fully Loaded
Thursday, July 17 at 2 p.m.
Dorchester Road Regional Library – 6325 Dorchester Road: 552-6466
Maggie Peyton wants to join her family's dynasty of racecar drivers, but her father worries that she'll get hurt. As a college graduation gift, he buys Maggie a junked-out Volkswagen Beetle, which turns out to be Herbie, a car with a mind of its own. Soon Maggie and Herbie are racing against an arrogant racing champion and duking it out with monster trucks. Rated G; 131 minutes.
The Reading Room (rising 6th – 12th graders)
Thursday, July 17 from 4 – 4:30 p.m.
John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945
One of JITA’s crewmembers wanted to experience some relaxing reading @ the Library! So, grab a book and join us as we experience the excitement and adventure found in books. This is a GREAT way to participate in the teen summer reading program!
Great Storyteller, Mike Miller
Thursday, July 17 at 4 p.m.
Mt. Pleasant Regional Library – 1133 Mathis Ferry Road: 849-6161
Join us for stories, songs and silliness!
Kids’ Gardening Series: Plant It … Watch It Grow!
Thursday, July 17 at 4 p.m.
Otranto Road Regional Library – 2261 Otranto Road: 572-4094
Help us finalize our gardening series with a special craft project.
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Teen Movie Night: Batman Begins
Thursday, July 17 at 5 p.m.
St. Andrews Regional Library – 1735 N. Woodmere Drive: 766-2546
Before Batman was the Dark Knight, he was a young boy who witnessed his parents’ murder. He heads to the East to hone his skills with a dangerous ninja cult leader and returns to Gotham to find it decaying under the rule of organized crime. With the help of his butler and an armored suit, Batman seeks to strike fear into the hearts of men who do wrong. Rated PG-13, 134 minutes.
Lecture and Book Signing
Thursday, July 17 from 6 – 9 p.m.
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930
The Charleston County Public Library will host a presentation and book signing by geologists Dr. Miles O. Hayes and Dr. Jacqueline Michel. A Coast for All Seasons: A Naturalist's Guide to the Coast of South Carolina is a comprehensive narrative exploring the origins of coastal features and the changing face of the South Carolina coastline through natural processes, erosion, hurricanes, and climate change. Books will be available for sale and signing.
Chess Club (ages 12 – adult)
Thursday, July 17 from 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Mt. Pleasant Regional Library – 1133 Mathis Ferry Road: 849-6161
Join us for a meeting of Mt. Pleasant Regional Library Chess Club and learn how to play the game! Chess sets are provided, but you may bring your own if you like. We welcome all skill levels and individuals interested in teaching the game to others.
Book Discussion @ Otranto
Thursday, July 17 at 6:30 p.m.
Otranto Road Regional Library – 2261 Otranto Road: 572-4094
Come to the Book Discussion at Otranto. The featured book is The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls. It is the story of the chaotic and dysfunctional childhood of Jeannette Walls and her determination to become a successful adult.
Sewee Visitor Center: Ms. Julie
Friday, July 18 at 3:30 p.m.
McClellanville Branch Library – 222 Baker Street: 887-3699
Palmetto bugs on parade!
Guitar Hero (grades 6 – 12)
Friday, July 18 at 5 p.m.
James Island Library – 1248 Camp Road: 795-6679
It's back by popular demand! Whether you are a beginner or an expert, come out and enjoy playing tunes with other young adults. Refreshments will be provided.
Family Fun Bingo
Saturday, July 19 at 2 p.m.
John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945
Match colors, animals and numbers to win!
Summer Movie: Herbie Fully Loaded
Saturday, July 19 at 3 p.m.
Dorchester Road Regional Library – 6325 Dorchester Road: 552-6466
Maggie Peyton wants to join her family's dynasty of racecar drivers, but her father worries that she'll get hurt. As a college graduation gift, he buys Maggie a junked-out Volkswagen Beetle, which turns out to be Herbie, a car with a mind of its own. Soon Maggie and Herbie are racing against an arrogant racing champion and duking it out with monster trucks. Rated G; 131 minutes.
Kaleidoscope Storytime (grades K – 3)
Monday, July 21 at 2:30 p.m.
Poe/Sullivan’s Island – 1921 I’On Avenue, Sullivan’s Island: 883-3914
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Kick Back and Read (grades 4 – 6)
Monday, July 21 at 3:30 p.m.
Poe/Sullivan’s Island – 1921 I’On Avenue, Sullivan’s Island: 883-3914
Cypress Gardens Presents the Bugs of the Lowcountry
Monday, July 21 at 2 p.m.
John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945
Dwight Williams will bring loads of bugs for us to examine!
Knit and Stitch (adults)
Monday, July 21 at 6:30 p.m.
West Ashley Library – 45 Windermere Boulevard: 766-6635
Want to know more about knitting or share your knowledge? Then bring your knitting supplies and knit with friends. This group is for all skill levels.
The Great Fettucini
Tuesday, July 22 at 10:30 am.
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930
Catch the juggling bug with this extraordinary entertainer.
Tim Sonefelt, Comedian/Magician
Tuesday, July 22 at 12 p.m.
James Island Library – 1248 Camp Road: 795-6679
Enjoy magic and reading with “Back Yard Bugs.”
Opera at the Library: Don Carlo
Tuesday, July 22 at 1:30 p.m.
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930
Join us for operas on film this summer in a series titled In Memoriam: Beverly Sills and Luciano Pavarotti. This week we are screening Don Carlo by Verdi, starring Luciano Pavarotti with Riccardo Muti conducting. This was recorded live at La Scala, Milano in 1992.
Oh Baby! Tummy Tumblers (24 months or younger with an adult)
Tuesday, July 22 at 4 p.m.
John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945
Babies can Catch the Reading Bug, too! Join us to earn an hour on your summer reading log!
Business Center Tour
Tuesday, July 22 from 6 – 6:45 p.m.
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930
Own your own business or interested in starting one? The Business Center can help! Take a tour of the awesome online and print resources designed especially for entrepreneurs' needs.
Small Business Counseling
Wednesday, July 23 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930
SCORE counselors will be available in Business Reference to give advice and provide guidance on starting your own business.
Catch the Movie Bug: Ratatouille
Wednesday, July 23 at 10:30 a.m.
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930
In one of Paris' finest restaurants Remy, a determined young rat, dreams of becoming a renowned French chef. Torn between his family's wishes and his true calling, Remy and his pal Linguini set in motion a hilarious chain of events that turns the City of Lights upside down. Rated G; 110 minutes.
Capoeira: Brazilian Karate Workshop
Wednesday, July 23 at 10:30 a.m.
John L. Dart Library – 1067 King Street: 722-7550
Monitor Urso (Chris Pulliam) teaches the history and cool moves of Capoeira.
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iWatch & iPlay (ages 13 – 18 only)
Wednesday, July 23 from 2 – 5:30 p.m.
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930
Teens are invited to join us for a fun afternoon of movies and games. From 2 – 4 p.m. watch Raiders of the Lost Ark (rated PG), and from 4 – 5:30 p.m. play Dance Dance Revolution. Bring a bag lunch or snacks if you like; popcorn and soda will be served.
iCreate @ Aloha Lounge (rising 6th – 12th graders)
Wednesday, July 23 from 2 – 4 p.m.
John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945
Get your creative juices flowing and create your own crafts. We have all summer to create, so you can work on one piece or many pieces. We may venture outside to have watermelon seed spitting contest, play badminton, or throw a Frisbee. We’ll have tons of fun so you don’t want to miss a week!
Wednesday Children’s Movie: A Bug’s Life
Wednesday, July 23 at 2 p.m.
St. Andrews Regional Library – 1735 N. Woodmere Drive: 766-2546
A misfit ant, looking for warriors to save his colony from grasshoppers, recruits a group of bugs that turn out to be an inept circus troupe. Rated G; 96 minutes.
The Great Fettucini
Wednesday, July 23 at 4 p.m.
Otranto Road Regional Library – 2261 Otranto Road: 572-4094
Catch the juggling bug with this extraordinary entertainer.
Summer Reading Finale
Thursday, July 24 at 10:30 a.m.
James Island Library – 1248 Camp Road: 795-6679
Celebrate with a movie, music and “cool” refreshments!
Cypress Gardens Presents the Bugs of the Lowcountry
Thursday, July 24 at 10:30 a.m.
West Ashley Library – 45 Windermere Boulevard: 766-6635
Dwight Williams will bring loads of bugs for us to examine!
Dr. Dalmatian, the Fire & Safety Dog
Thursday, July 24 at 10:30 a.m.
Cooper River Memorial Library – 3503 Rivers Avenue: 744-2489
City of North Charleston Fire & Life Safety Educator Bianca Sancic brings us important information about fire safety.
Trash to Treasure
Thursday, July 24 at 2 p.m.
St. Andrews Regional Library – 1735 N. Woodmere Drive: 766-2546
Turn your recycled trash into one-of-a-kind treasures!
Summer Movie: Spirited Away
Thursday, July 24 at 2 p.m.
Dorchester Road Regional Library – 6325 Dorchester Road: 552-6466
When a young girl gets trapped in a strange new world of spirits, she must call upon the courage she never knew she had to free herself and rescue her parents. Rated PG; 124 minutes.
The Reading Room (rising 6th – 12th graders)
Thursday, July 24 from 4 – 4:30 p.m.
John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945
One of JITA’s crewmembers wanted to experience some relaxing reading @ the Library! So, grab a book and join us as we experience the excitement and adventure found in books. This is a GREAT way to participate in the teen summer reading program!
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The Great Fettucini
Thursday, July 24 at 4 p.m.
Mt. Pleasant Regional Library – 1133 Mathis Ferry Road: 849-6161
Catch the juggling bug with this extraordinary entertainer.
Summer Reading Finale: Buggy Origami
Thursday, July 24 at 4 p.m.
Otranto Road Regional Library – 2261 Otranto Road: 572-4094
Watch an ordinary piece of paper transform!
Teen Movie Night: The Mummy
Thursday, July 24 at 5 p.m.
St. Andrews Regional Library – 1735 N. Woodmere Drive: 766-2546
The Mummy is a rousing and suspenseful epic of treasure-seeking explorers on an expedition in the Sahara Desert in 1925. Stumbling upon an ancient tomb, the hunters unwittingly set loose a 3,000-year-old legacy of terror, which is embodied in the vengeful reincarnation of an Egyptian priest who had been sentenced to an eternity as one of the living dead. Rated PG-13, 124 minutes.
Dance Dance Revolution (ages 12 – 17 and/or grades 6 – 12)
Thursday, July 24 from 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Otranto Road Regional Library – 2261 Otranto Road: 572-4094
Do you love to dance? Join other teens and play the popular Playstation 2 game, Dance Dance Revolution. Come out and have fun! A prize will be awarded for the best performance. Refreshments will be provided.
Grand Finale Get Together
Friday, July 25 at 3:30 p.m.
McClellanville Branch Library – 222 Baker Street: 887-3699
Enjoy celebrating your Summer Reading success!
That Friday Movie Thing (ages 13 – 18 only)
Friday, July 25 from 6 – 9 p.m.
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930
Join us for a special after-hours viewing of Step Up 2 (rated PG-13) with a scavenger hunt and prizes during intermission. Free pizza!
Robotics Workshop (ages 8 – 14)
Tuesday, July 26 at 1 p.m.
Dorchester Road Regional Library – 6325 Dorchester Road: 552-6466
Join Global Tech Kids to learn about many different types of robots, see how a robot is made, and participate in fun-filled interactive robot demonstration.
Club Anime! (ages 12 – 19)
Saturday, July 26 from 3 – 4:30 p.m.
John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945
The teen club dedicated to the art of Anime and Manga is in session! Its viewer’s choice on Saturday! Club members will have a choice of enjoying 3 episodes of Naruto, Suzuka, Inuyasha, and Tsubasa Chronicle.
Anime Club (ages 12 – 19)
Saturday, July 26 at 3 p.m.
Dorchester Road Regional Library – 6325 Dorchester Road: 552-6466
Club meetings will include the viewing many different genres of anime and discussions of members’ favorite graphic novels.
Summer Reading Finale Ice Cream Party
Monday, July 28 at 2 p.m.
John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945
Share the books you have read with others and enjoy stories and pictures from the summer’s events.
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Kaleidoscope Storytime (grades K – 3)
Monday, July 28 at 2:30 p.m.
Poe/Sullivan’s Island – 1921 I’On Avenue, Sullivan’s Island: 883-3914
Guitar Hero (teens)
Monday, July 28 from 3 – 5 p.m.
St. Andrews Regional Library – 1735 N. Woodmere Drive: 766-2546
Release your inner rock star!
Kick Back and Read (grades 4 – 6)
Monday, July 28 at 3:30 p.m.
Poe/Sullivan’s Island – 1921 I’On Avenue, Sullivan’s Island: 883-3914
Knit and Stitch (adults)
Monday, July 28 at 6:30 p.m.
West Ashley Library – 45 Windermere Boulevard: 766-6635
Want to know more about knitting or share your knowledge? Then bring your knitting supplies and knit with friends. This group is for all skill levels.
Oh Baby! Tummy Tumblers (24 months or younger with an adult)
Tuesday, July 29 at 4 p.m.
John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945
Babies can Catch the Reading Bug, too! Join us to earn an hour on your summer reading log!
Houdini II: Summer Reading Grand Finale
Wednesday, July 30 at 10:30 a.m.
John L. Dart Library – 1067 King Street: 722-7550
Enjoy spellbinding magic tricks and celebrate your success!
Rock, Paper, Scissors!
Wednesday, July 30 at 10:30 a.m.
St. Paul’s/Hollywood Library – 5151 Town Council Dr. 29449: 889-3300
Use these and other supplies to create a real or imaginary habitat for crawling creatures. Bring your own shoebox or use our provided materials.
iWatch & iPlay (ages 13 – 18 only)
Wednesday, July 30 from 2 – 5:30 p.m.
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930
Teens are invited to join us for a fun afternoon of movies and games. From 2 – 4 p.m. watch Airplane! (rated PG), and from 4 – 5:30 p.m. play Guitar Hero. Bring a bag lunch or snacks if you like; popcorn and soda will be served.
iCreate @ Aloha Lounge (rising 6th – 12th graders)
Wednesday, July 30 from 2 – 4 p.m.
John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945
Get your creative juices flowing and create your own crafts. We have all summer to create, so you can work on one piece or many pieces. We may venture outside to have watermelon seed spitting contest, play badminton, or throw a Frisbee. We’ll have tons of fun so you don’t want to miss a week!
Wednesday Children’s Movie: The Spiderwick Chronicles
Wednesday, July 30 at 2 p.m.
St. Andrews Regional Library – 1735 N. Woodmere Drive: 766-2546
Upon moving into the run-down Spiderwick Estate with their mother, twin brothers Jared and Simon Grace, along with their sister Mallory, find themselves pulled into an alternate world full of faeries and other creatures. Rated PG, 97 minutes.
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Young Adult Summer Reading Finale (ages 12 – 18)
Wednesday, July 30 from 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Mt. Pleasant Regional Library – 1133 Mathis Ferry Road: 849-6161
Join us for the YA Summer Reading finale! We will have games (including the Nintendo Wii), snacks and music! Have fun with us as we congratulate all our summer readers.
Summer Reading Finale Ice Cream Party
Thursday, July 31 at 10:30 a.m.
West Ashley Library – 45 Windermere Boulevard: 766-6635
Cool off and celebrate a successful summer of reading! We’ve got just the thing – an ice cream party! One lucky person will win a brand new MP3 player. Don’t miss the fun!
Houdini II: Summer Reading Grand Finale
Thursday, July 31 at 10:30 a.m.
Village Branch Library – 430 Whilden Street: 884-9741
Enjoy spellbinding magic tricks and celebrate your success.
Hip-Hop Jazz Concert Featuring Saxophonist Devone T. Gary
Thursday, July 31 at 10:30 a.m.
Cooper River Memorial Library – 3503 Rivers Avenue: 744-2489
Bring Summer Reading to a rousing end with this exciting blend of Jazz and Hip-Hop music.
iRead ’08 @ John’s Island Library Finale (rising 6th – 12th graders)
Thursday, July 31 from 2 – 4:30 p.m.
John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945
Celebrate the end of summer with pizza and a movie! We’ll be showing The Golden Compass, which is based on Phillip Pullman’s book of the same name. Top readers will be announced on Friday, August 1 after all the numbers have been tallied. Pizza provided by St. Luke's Family Practice.
YA Summer Reading Finale – Ice Cream Social!
Thursday, July 31 at 5 p.m.
James Island Library – 1248 Camp Road: 795-6679
Come out and meet other teens who have participated in the Summer Reading Contest, while treating yourself to refreshing ice cream with toppings of your choice!
Teen Movie Night: Lara Croft: Tomb Raider
Thursday, July 31 at 5 p.m.
St. Andrews Regional Library – 1735 N. Woodmere Drive: 766-2546
Based on the popular video game of the same name, British-aristocrat-turned-action-adventurer Lara Croft trades tea parties for skydiving, drives in the country for fast motorcycle chases, and afternoons at the spa for swimming with eels. Rated PG-13, 100 minutes.
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Media interested in learning more about events taking place at the Charleston County Public Library should contact the Library’s Public Relations and Marketing Department at 843/805-6819 or publicrelations@ccpl.org.
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