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Charleston County Public Library’s new Executive Director Angela Craig is now officially on board. Craig comes to CCPL from Charlotte, NC, where she spent the last 14 years working for the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library (CML) system, most recently as Center City Leader. During her time at CML, she specialized in increasing library access to vulnerable populations and underserved communities. Craig holds a master’s degree of Library and Information Science from the University of South Carolina and a Bachelor of Science in Recreation Administration from Texas State University. Craig will lead CCPL's continuing efforts to bolster customer service for library users as well as grow virtual services, overhaul technologies, create innovative content, and build sustainable partnerships with businesses and community organizations.
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Visit Wannamaker County Park to experience the new Storywalk installment featuring "Higher! Higher!" by Leslie Patricelli.
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New self-check kiosks make checking out materials even easier, but you need to know your PIN!
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Thanks to everyone who voted for Nic Butler's podcast in the City Paper's Best of 2019 poll!
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It's Hurricane Preparedness Week! Adults are invited to enjoy hot dogs while getting advice from representatives of Charleston County’s Emergency Management Department to prepare for the upcoming hurricane season. Check out the series schedule: - Tuesday, May 7 at 6 p.m. at Otranto Road Library
- Wednesday, May 8 at 1 p.m. at John’s Island Library
- Thursday, May 9 at 1 p.m. at Hurd/St. Andrews Library
- Friday, May 10 at 3 p.m. at Main Library
- Saturday, May 11 at 2 p.m. at Dorchester Road Library
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Friday, May 31 at 3 p.m. Are you new to the area and want to learn more about the community where you live? Meet representatives of local organizations to find out more about the valuable services they provide. Come by yourself, bring your family, or even bring a neighbor!
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Registration is now open for girls in grades 6-12 to attend a journalism boot camp and learn the basics of journalism from local women in the field. In identifying the topics that are important to them, participants can develop an appreciation for their place in their community and their role as storytellers. Participants will gain insight into the ways that journalism can transform lives and drive change. In this week-long camp, participants will also explore journalism as a career choice, and learn about unique challenges facing women in the profession.
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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.
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The Charleston Time Machine is an imaginary time-travel device created by historian Dr. Nic Butler that features stories and facts from the colorful history of Charleston. Listen to the latest podcast: Searching for the History of the Gaillard GravesThe human remains discovered at the Gaillard Center construction site in February 2013 were returned to an earthly repose last weekend. To honor those 36 people of African descent, let’s review the history of that burial site in search of clues to help understand who they were and how their final resting place was forgotten.
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Bring your iPhone or iPad (or come and watch), and practice 20 tips every iOS owner should know. Practice using popular sites and resources, and learn helpful tips for conducting a job search and applying for jobs.
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Meet Your Library is a web series designed to introduce people to the wide variety of services and resources available through CCPL.
This month, it's time to learn about CCPL's 2019 Summer Reading programs (and prizes) for kids and teens! The lineup includes live animal visits, a chance to meet a real astronaut, and a journalism camp for girls. Register today.
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In the climax of his dramatic story, Abraham’s efforts to bring hope to the garrison at Fort Loudoun ended in tragedy and despair.
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In conjunction with a recent Human Library session, take a closer look at transgender issues and politics with a collection of books curated by CCPL staff.
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Once a remote and desolate beachfront, Sullivan’s Island has developed into a bustling and chic destination since the first summer residents camped there in 1791.
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