Hurd/St. Andrews
Children's Department
What's Happening in May?
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month: Crafting Koinobori
Thursday, May 1 at 3:30 PM
 
Join us to make paper koinobori, carp-shaped windsocks that are traditionally flown outside Japanese households in the weeks leading up to Children's Day, a national holiday celebrated on May 5th.

Tasty Tales
May 17 at 1 PM
 
Get ready for a culinary adventure without the need for a stove! In this hands-on program, children will learn to prepare delicious and healthy no-cook recipes. Space is limited, so please register online, call (843) 766-2546, or email williamst@ccpl.org to register.

Kids Paint and Sip
Saturday, May 24 at 2:30 PM
 
Come relax and join us to paint your very own masterpiece on a canvas while enjoying fruit juice and a snack. Register online here, or call (843)766-2546.

Branchwide Programs
World Labyrinth Day: Creating Peaceful Paths
May 3 at 12:30 PM
 
Join us for a global moment of mindfulness! At 1 PM, we will walk a labyrinth together, uniting with people worldwide in a journey of peace and reflection. Enjoy creative activities and discover the calming benefits of this ancient practice.

Origami Bookmarks
Tuesday, May 27 from 3:30-4:30 PM
 
Drop in anytime during the hour to learn about our upcoming, all ages, Summer Reading challenge and make an origami bookmark. If the weather is good, this activity will be outside under the breezeway.

Coming Soon...
Summer Reading
June 1-August 15
 
Take a trip around the world this summer at your local Charleston County Public Library during our 2025 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. Prizes are available while supplies last. Visit ccpl.org/summeronline for details!
 

 
Storytimes
 
Programming note:  Storytimes at Hurd/St. Andrews will go on a two-week hiatus beginning the week of May 18. Our regular programming schedule will resume in June.
 
 
Baby Storytime
Thursday, May 1, 8, and 15 at 10:30 AM
 
Enjoy songs, movement, and a story followed by baby playtime. Geared towards children ages 0-24 months with a caregiver.
 
 
 
 
Toddler Storytime
Wednesday, May 7 and 14 at 10:30 AM
 
Enjoy songs, movement and a story followed by toddler playtime. Geared towards children ages 2-3 years old with a caregiver.
 
 
 
 
 
Preschool Storytime
Tuesday, May 6 and 13 at 10:30 AM
 
Enjoy stories, songs, movement, and activities that reinforce early literacy skills. Geared towards children ages 3-5 with a caregiver.
 
 
 
 

Branch Hours
Monday - Thursday 9 AM - 8 PM
Friday 9 AM - 6 PM
Saturday 9 AM - 5 PM
 
May Closures
Monday, May 26: Memorial Day
 
 
Hurd/St. Andrews Library
1735 N Woodmere Dr
Charleston, South Carolina 29407
843-766-2546

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