March 2020
Library News
CCPL Partnership Provides Free
Tax Assistance in 2020
Area residents can receive free help with their taxes at several CCPL branches through a project coordinated with the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program, S.C. Thrive and the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP). A current picture ID and Social Security card are required, along with the Social Security cards of any dependents.
CCPL to Open New St. Paul's
Hollywood Library on March 28
Join CCPL as we celebrate the grand opening of the new St. Paul's Hollywood Library. The day begins with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 9:30 a.m., followed by programs including an Owlbert storytime, an outdoor carnival, painting and pizza in the Community Garden, a program about Gullah and Creole history, a program by CCPL Historian Nic Butler, and more!
CCPL, Lowcountry Food Bank Bring After-school Snacks to the Library
CCPL and the Lowcountry Food Bank are working together to alleviate child hunger in Charleston by providing after-school snacks at three library branches. The free, nutritious snacks are available to kids and teens from 3-5 p.m., Monday through Friday. This is an equal opportunity program.
CCPL launches Teen Volunteer
Program at Two Locations
Teenagers looking for a fun and rewarding volunteer opportunity are encouraged to apply for CCPL's new Teen Volunteer program at the Main and Wando Mt. Pleasant libraries. Volunteers will gain valuable experience and skills while enhancing library services and programming in their community. 
Event Spotlight
Women's Empowerment Expo
Saturday, March 21, 1-5 p.m. at Main
Celebrate Women’s Empowerment Month with CCPL. Meet with community organizations that support women's empowerment. In addition, we will feature speakers and film screenings pertaining to women’s empowerment and needs.
Celebrate Women's History Month
Various Locations Throughout March
Throughout the month of March, CCPL will be celebrating Women's History Month with a series of women's empowerment programs, including gallery events, book discussions, lectures, and more!
Humany Story Series: Get to Know
a Holocaust Survivor

March 28, 3 p.m., Main Library
Meet Joe Engel, a survivor of Auschwitz concentration camp and member of the Charleston Jewish Federation, who will share stories of survival and hope.This program is co-sponsored by the Charleston Jewish Federation. 
Interactive Reading with
Dr. Jessica Berry
March 28, 3 p.m., John's Island Library
Join Dr. Jessica Berry, author of "The Little Gullah Geechee Book: A Guide for the Come Ya" for an interactive reading. Sponsored by the Gullah Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor Commission.
Program Highlights             Visit ccpl.org/calendar for a complete list of upcoming events. 
Did you know that CCPL offers hundreds of free programs a month with content specifically tailored to kids, teens and adults? Check out a selection of upcoming programs below, or find events at a branch near you.  
  • Baxter-Patrick James Island Library
    My Sister's House Workshop
  • Cooper River Memorial Library
    Disney Movie Matinee - Frozen II
  • Dart Library
    Choose Your Own Adventure Pasta Salad
  • Dorchester Road Regional Library
    Y Girls Code
  • Edisto Library
    Happy St. Patrick's Day
  • Folly Beach Library
    National Gardening Series
  • Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library
    Women's Empowerment and the Vote
  • John's Island Regional Library
    Empowering Ourselves and Others
  • Main Library 
    Women's Empowerment Expo
  • McClellanville Library
    File Your Taxes for Free
  • Mt. Pleasant Regional Library
    Catharine Green, Interpreted by Carin Bloom
  • Otranto Road Regional Library
    Teen Zines, Zines and Zines!
  • Poe/Sullivan's Island Library
    Beach Lovers Book Club 
  • Village Library
    St. Patrick's Day Storytime and Craft
  • Wando Mount Pleasant Library
    Turtle Ladies of Charleston County
  • West Ashley Library
    Celebrate Pre-Pi Day
Charleston Time Machine
The Charleston Time Machine is an imaginary time-travel device created by historian Dr. Nic Butler that features stories and facts about the colorful history of Charleston. Listen to the latest podcast:
His Majesty's Warships in Charleston Harbor
The presence of British warships in Charleston harbor was not confined to a few isolated events during the American Revolution. Between 1720 and 1775, a succession of royal frigates was stationed here to protect the colony’s valuable trade and to assist His Majesty’s government. Their activities form an important part of South Carolina’s maritime history that is not well remembered on these shores. To jog the collective memory with an overview of this nautical topic, let’s cruise back in time and survey the colonial horizon with an archival spyglass.
Tech Team Training        Visit ccpl.org/tech-team to view upcoming training opportunities. 
20 Tips for Your iPhone or iPad
Saturday, March 28, 10:30 a.m. at Baxter-Patrick James Island
Bring your iPhone or iPad (or come and watch), and practice 20 tips every iOS owner should know! Registration is not required. 
 Meet Your Library
Meet Your Library: 
Gibbes Museum Passes
Meet Your Library is a web series designed to introduce people to the wide variety of services and resources available through CCPL. 
 
We are so excited to partner with The Gibbes Museum to provide FREE family passes, available for checkout with your library card. Take a peek inside the museum to see what you can enjoy by checking out a pass.
Deliver Later - A Great New Feature from OverDrive!
Do you love reading? Do you love the Libby app to download books on the go? There have been some recent changes to Libby that will help make sure you’re able to read the books you want to read when you want to read them.
Countdown to the Cooper River Bridge Run
The Cooper River Bridge Run Expo is April 2 and 3, at the Charleston Area Convention Center! Dozens of organizations, including the Charleston County Public Library, will be at this free event to promote healthy lifestyles and health.
Self Purchase: The Price of Freedom from Slavery
Can you put a monetary value on your freedom? This philosophical question was once a legitimate query in South Carolina. Explore this curious process and review a few cases of hard-working men and women whose hope and perseverance unlocked the yoke of slavery. 
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