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Camp CCPL May 15-July 31, 2024 Worry less, read more! Get lost at your local Charleston County Public Library as we host our 2024 Summer Reading Program. In partnership with Charleston County School District (CCSD), the program promotes reading and offers incentives throughout the summer, along with featured events for all ages. Disclaimer: The Camp CCPL Summer Reading Program theme is for fun and does not involve participation in an actual camp.
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Searching the Web Thursday, July 18 at 2 p.m. Dive into the World Wide Web with Google Chrome! Learn how to find a website, understand URLs, navigate web pages, evaluate sites, and set Favorites. Completion of Computer Fundamentals (or previous experience) is expected.
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Book-A-Librarian Throughout July Have questions about your laptop, smartphone, or tablet? Need extra help with understanding how to use downloadable media? Need assistance with a resume or job application? Stop by the Information Desk or call (843) 572-4094 to book a 30-minute session with a librarian.
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I Spy Camping Throughout July Complete your I Spy Camping card for a sweet treat and to be entered into a drawing for chance to win a gift card.
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Adult Coloring Hour Tuesday, July 2 at 11 a.m. Coloring is a good way to express your creative side. Join us for a fun and relaxing hour of coloring!
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Movie Time: The Fablemans (PG-13) Wednesday, July 3 from 1-3 p.m. Growing up in post-World War II era Arizona, young Sammy Feibelman aspires to become a filmmaker, but soon discovers a shattering family secret.
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Camp Yoga! Thursday, July 11 at 11 a.m. Join yoga instructor Hanna Spencer for a 45-minute beginner friendly yoga class for adults. Enjoy movement, mindfulness, and meditation. Please bring your own yoga mat.
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Adult Craft Hour: Mini Canvas Painting Tuesday, July 23 at 11 a.m. Show off your creativity with oil-based paint markers and 2"x2" mini canvases. All supplies included, while supplies last.
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Business Card Design Class Thursday, July 25 from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Create a business card that helps you stand out and leaves a lasting impression on potential clients and business partners using a free Canva account and templates.
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Macrame Keychains Tuesday, July 2 at 3:30 p.m. Learn some simple macrame knots and make a keychain to take home!
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Paper Mache Hot Air Balloon Tuesday, July 9 at 3:30 p.m. Create a paper mache hot air balloon decoration! Projects will need to dry and be painted at home. Or, bring it back for our paint party of July 16.
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Paint Party Tuesday, July 16 at 3:30 p.m. Paint with watercolors and acrylic during this free-for-all paint party. If you need to paint your hot air balloon from our paper mache program on July 9, bring it in!
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Anime & K-pop Club Tuesday, July 30 at 3:30 p.m. Watch anime and K-pop music videos!
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Throughout July Fill out our online (bit.ly/teenbooksotranto) or paper survey and get a hand-picked selection of library books and freebies just for you. Remember to fill out the survey by the end of each month to receive your personalized Book Bag the following month. Surveys due by July 31.
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STAR Therapy Dogs Saturday, July 6 at 10:30 a.m. Read to a therapy dog. Certified therapy dogs and their handlers love listening to stories!
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Jungle Jim: Minecraft Madness Wednesday, July 10 at 3 p.m. Join Jungle Jim on a journey into the world of Minecraft! With a unique blend of balloon artistry, magic, comedy, and improvisation, Jim crafts an extraordinary experience that mesmerizes young audiences, perfect for young explorers and Minecraft enthusiasts alike.
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Movie Monday: The Parent Trap (PG; 1998) Monday, July 15 from 3-4:30 p.m. Enjoy a movie about identical twins who meet for the first time at summer camp, along with a nature craft and snack.
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Family Craft Time Saturday, July 20 at 3 p.m. Unplug and enjoy arts and crafts with the whole family: spin art, watercolors, rock painting, and DIY bookmarks!
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Yasu Ishida: Magical Japanese Journey Wednesday, July 24 at 3 p.m. Combining traditional Japanese theatre, music, origami, magic, and storytelling, Yasu Ishida will guide audiences to the enchanting land of Japan. He will share excerpts from a Japanese traditional folktale with origami and a Japanese traditional vaudeville act with the playing of a traditional flute.
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Otranto Explorers: Nature Science Wednesday, July 31 at 3 p.m. Learn about the natural world through science exploration. Enjoy a touch table, conduct a sink or float experiment, observe with a magnifying glass, craft a pair of DIY binoculars, and more!
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Family Storytime (all ages, with caregiver) Mondays, July 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 at 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays, July 3, 10*, 17, 24, and 31 at 10:30 a.m. Saturdays, July 13, 20, and 27 at 10:30 a.m. Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and more while building early literacy skills. Storytimes are geared to children 0-5. *Enjoy a special Teddy Bear Picnic storytime! Bring your teddy or other stuffed animal and enjoy a snack.
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Otranto Road Library 2261 Otranto Road North Charleston, South Carolina 29406 843-572-4094httsp://www.ccpl.org |
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