Mt. Pleasant Library News
July 2025
All CCPL branches will be closed on Friday, July 4 for Independence Day
Summer Reading is Here!!
Plot your escape this summer at Charleston County Public Library as we host our 2025 Summer Reading Program, Read Around the World. In partnership with Charleston County School District (CCSD), this year's program invites readers of all ages to explore new worlds through books, earn prizes along the way, and enjoy special events throughout the summer.
Featured Programs
Tunes & Tales at the Library: Sicilian Folk Music
Tuesday, July 1 at 11 a.m.
Maria Stewart, co-owner of Stewart Music Studio, explores the rich traditions of Sicilian folk music through lively melodies, rhythms, and stories that highlight the genre’s deep cultural roots and influences. 
Regional Roots: Privateering in Charleston
Monday, July 7 at 11 a.m.
Join us for an engaging program with local historian and writer Suzannah Smith Miles as she brings Charleston's privateering history to life. Privateering, the practice of privately-owned ships authorized by governments to attack enemy vessels during wartime, played a pivotal role in Charleston during the American Revolution. With its strategic coastal location, the city became a hub for these daring maritime ventures, disrupting British supply lines and aiding the fight for independence.
Charlie Cart Events
Chips, Dips, and Healthy Tips
(ages 5-12)
Tuesday, July 8 at 11 a.m. The Charlie Cart program is a hands-on cooking initiative designed to engage participants in learning the fundamentals of food preparation and healthy eating. In this session, participants will learn how to cook delicious chips, guacamole, and salsa, using fresh ingredients and simple techniques. Registration required. Please call
(843) 849-6161 or email peryeaa@ccpl.org to reserve your spot.
Culinary Crossroads: Sopa de Fideo with the Charlie Cart! (Adults)
Wednesday, July 9
at 2.30 p.m. 
Join us at the Mount Pleasant Library for a delicious exploration of cultural connections through food! We'll be using the Charlie Cart to prepare Sopa de Fideo, a comforting and flavorful noodle soup that highlights the fascinating culinary links between Mexico, Spain, and the Philippines. Discover how this simple dish has traveled across continents, adapting, and evolving with each culture it encounters.
Easy Eats for New Cooks (ages 16+)
Wednesday, July 23
at 5:30 p.m.
Ready to elevate your kitchen skills? Join us and discover the vibrant, Mexico-inspired world of cooking—no experience required! Learn to create multiple delicious dishes with simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions. Build confidence and enjoy fresh, bold flavors with every meal.
Featured Book of the Month
The lion women of Tehran : a novel
by Marjan Kamali

When Homa, a girl from her childhood, reappears in her privileged world, Ellie, amidst Iran's political turmoil, joins her in pursuing their goals for meaningful futures until one earth-shattering betrayal has far-reaching consequences, altering the course of both their lives.
July Branch Newsletter
Children's Calendar of Events
Upcoming Events
Mt. Pleasant Library
1133 Mathis Ferry Road
Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina 29464
(843) 849-6161
https://www.ccpl.org