December 2025
Branch Hours: 
Monday-Thursday 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Friday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. 
Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
   
Closed Wednesday- Friday, December 24, 25 & 26
for Christmas
&
Wednesday, December 31(close at 5 p.m.) &
Thursday, January 1 for New Year's Day
 
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Adult Programs
 Films at John’s Island Library 
Tuesday, December 2 at 10 a.m.
Please join us for Meet Me in St. Louis.
 
Meet me in St. Louis by Minnelli, Vincente 
 Holiday Crafternoon
Friday, December 5 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 
Enjoy hot cocoa and seasonal tunes while working on your own projects or creating gifts, boxes, and bags with library materials. 
  
 
 Learn How to Make Cinnamon Rolls 
Saturday, December 6 from 10-11:30 a.m. 
Join Chef Rebecca in making decadent cinnamon rolls, perfect for the holidays
or brunch any day of the year. Participants will learn how to make a brioche style
yeast dough and everyone gets to take home what they make! 
 
 
Sea Islands Meet & Greet
     Wednesday, December 10
          from 10:30-11:30 a.m.      
Socialize with other retired people on
the Sea Islands.  
 
 
 
 
Monthly Grief Support Group 
Thursday, December 11 at 2 p.m. 
Have you experienced a loss and find it difficult to cope? Grief can make us feel isolated, but you are not alone. This monthly support group is a chance to connect with others who are grieving, as well as learn positive coping skills with facilitator
Stacy S. Lawton, Bereavement Coordinator for Interim Healthcare Hospice.  
 
Technology Programs for Adults
Holiday Pause on Technology Programs for December-
we'll be back with more programs in the New Year! 
 
For one-on-one assistance, please call the library (843-559-1945) to set up an appointment.  

Teen Program
 
Holiday Movies 
Friday, December 19 at 2:30 p.m. 
Enjoy some holiday movies in the teen room after school! 
 
Tween Programs
 
Pokémon Trading Day (ages 6-16) 
Saturday, December 6 at 1 p.m. 
Do you want to catch `em all?! Join us for our Pokémon Trade Hour! Meet other Pokémon Trainers, show off your favorites, compare/trade cards, and maybe even battle! 
Geared towards ages 6-16. 
 
Children's Activities
Storytimes
 
Baby Storytime (ages 0-2 with adult) 
Mondays, December 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.
Bond with your baby and introduce them to the wonders of storytime when you join us for simple stories, songs, rhymes, and fun. Space may be limited. 
 
Toddler Storytime (ages 2-3 with adult) 
Tuesdays, December 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 at 10 a.m.  
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun and support your child’s developing skills.
Space may be limited. 

Family Storytime (all ages with adult) 
Tuesdays, December 2, 9, 16, and 30 at 4:15 p.m. 
Thursdays, December 4, 11, and 18 at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. 
Saturday, December 13 at 10 a.m.
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and fun. Space may be limited. 
 
Children's Programs
 
Yoga for Kids 
Wednesday, December 3 at 4 p.m.   
Yoga for Kids blends playful activities, storytelling, and yoga poses to nurture physical fitness, mindfulness, and creativity in a supportive environment. This session is tailored for families (all ages) with a selection of yoga mats available for use on a first come, first served basis.
Space may be limited. 
  
 
Sing-Along Saturdays:
Frozen
Saturday, December 6 at 3:15 p.m.  
Join us for a lively, family-friendly movie event where singing, dancing, and fun are all part of the show! With on-screen lyrics, props, and plenty of audience interaction, it's a chance to enjoy your favorite musical in a whole new way. Costumes encouraged- come ready to sing your heart out! 
Registration is required. Please call
(843) 559-1945 ext. 6516 to register.   
 
 
 
Storytime Slumber Party! 
Monday, December 8 at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. (Baby Storytime) 
Tuesday, December 9 at 10 a.m. (Toddler Storytime) 
Tuesday, December 9 at 4:15 p.m. (Family Storytime) 
Thursday, December 11 at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. (Family Storytime) 
Saturday, December 13 at 10 a.m. (Family Storytime) 
It’s a storytime slumber party! During the week of December 8-13, come to storytime in your comfiest PJs and join us for cozy stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and fun. Space may be limited.    
 
 
STEAM Club (ages 6-12)   
Wednesday, December 10 at 4:30 p.m.  
Explore and experiment with science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics in this interactive club. Space may be limited. 
Read with a Therapy Dog
Saturday, December 27 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. 
Build confidence in reading by practicing with a STAR therapy dog. Many studies show that reading skills can often be improved by reading aloud to a therapy dog, an audience that is nonjudgmental.
Space may be limited. 
John's Island Library
3531 Maybank Highway
John's Island, South Carolina 29455
843-559-1945
www.ccpl.org