Baxter-Patrick James Island Library
July 2025
Adult Events
James Island History: James Island’s Importance to American Independence 
Tuesday, July 1 at 11:30 a.m. 
Librarian Mike Corbo will discuss a unique feature from distinct phases of James Island’s history. This month he will discuss James Island’s importance to America’s independence. 
 
Joy of Meditation 
Wednesdays, July 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 at 1:30 p.m.  
Mondays, July 7, 14, 21 & 28 at 10:30 a.m.  
Enjoy a guided group meditation followed by discussion. 
 
Qigong 
Wednesdays, July 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 at 6:30 p.m.  
Enjoy guided group qigong practice (coordinated breathing and slow movements to optimize energy).   
How to Use Fold3 
Monday, July 7 at 1 p.m. 
Come learn how you can access and use Fold3 to find your ancestor’s military records!
  
Hands-On Genealogy  
Tuesday, July 8 at 10 a.m. 
Come to our drop-in genealogy workshop and get help working on your family tree!  
 
Well Written 
Wednesday, July 9 at 6:30 p.m. 
Come bring your works in progress to our editing circle to get peer feedback.  
  
Flavors of Japan: A Cultural & Culinary Journey (Adults & Teens) 
Thursday, July 17 at 3 p.m. 
The Japan-America Association of South Carolina invites teens and adults to Flavors of Japan: A Cultural & Culinary Journey, a live Japanese cooking demonstration. Watch as an authentic Japanese meal is prepared step-by-step and learn about traditional ingredients and techniques. 
 
Dream Circle 
Friday, July 18 at 2 p.m. 
Explore a deep dive into the subconscious through the magic of collective dream analysis. 
Small Island, Big Impact: The History of Folly Beach 
Monday, July 21 at 6 p.m. 
Gretchen Stringer-Robinson, author of Folly Beach, S.C., A Brief History will discuss the people and places that make Folly Beach so unique and have helped shape this country’s history. The event will include a reading, presentation, Q&A, and book signing. 
 
Murderous Yarns  
Saturday, July 26 from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. 
We knit, crochet, sew, and listen to true crime podcasts...and there are cookies. Drop in with a project to work on or just come for the crime! 
 
Adult Events - Movies
The Movie Zone: Short Documentaries – Nina Simone, Billie Holiday, and Josephine Baker: Discover the stories they share in their own words. 
Tuesday, July 22 from 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. 
Get in the Movie Zone! Join us each month for popcorn and a movie. This month, we are celebrating three trailblazing Black women in music history—women who not only made a significant impact on music but also played a crucial role in the Civil Rights movement. 
 
Teen Events
Summer Gaming Day 
Wednesdays, July 2 & 30 at 3 p.m. 
Monday, July 14 at 3 p.m. 
Join us in the Community Room for games and fun. 
 
D & D Club
Thursday, July 10 at 4:30 p.m.  
Curious about D & D come join us! 
 
Wednesday Movie: The Tiger’s Apprentice (2024) 
Wednesday, July 9 at 3 p.m. 
Come enjoy a movie on us!  Rated PG; 84 minutes  
 
Summer Movie: A Minecraft Movie (2025) 
Wednesday, July 16 at 3 p.m. 
Come enjoy a movie on us!  Rated PG; 101 minutes 
Crochet Club (ages 13-18)
Thursday, July 17 at 1 p.m. 
Are you interested in crochet? Are you a beginner? If you just want a place to socialize, come join our group as we crochet and chat together.  All learning levels are welcome. Register at baxterpatrickteens@ccpl.org  
 
Flavors of Japan: A Cultural & Culinary Journey (Teens & Adults) 
Thursday, July 17 at 3 p.m. 
The Japan-America Association of South Carolina invites teens and adults to Flavors of Japan: A Cultural & Culinary Journey, a live Japanese cooking demonstration. Watch as an authentic Japanese meal is prepared step-by-step and learn about traditional ingredients and techniques.
 
CPR Session 
Friday, July 18 at 12 p.m.
Join us at Baxter-Patrick to learn hands on CPR training presented by MUSC. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn essential skills to help someone in need! Registration is recommended. Call Baxter-Patrick James Island Library 843-795-6679 ext. 8112 or email baxterpatrickteens@ccpl.org to save your spot. Please note this is a certification class.
 
Children Events
Destination: Imagination 
Tuesday, July 1 at 10 a.m. 
Pack your imagination and travel to BPJI for a morning full of creativity, imagination, and experimentation! We’ll get crafty with a pile of supplies and share our creations with friends. 
 
Movie - Paddington in Peru  
Tuesday, July 8 at 10 a.m. 
Follow Paddington and the Brown family as they visit Aunt Lucy in Peru. A thrilling adventure ensues when a mystery plunges them into an unexpected journey through the Amazon rainforest and the mountain peaks of Peru. 2024, Rated PG, 106 minutes. 
 
Criss Cross Mangosauce 
Friday, July 11 at 4 p.m. 
Don't miss this bilingual and bicultural performing group, offering an interactive performance blending traditional Latin rhythms with classic American children's rhymes to get kids moving and singing in both English and Spanish! 
 
Yasu Ishida 
Tuesday, July 15 at 10 a.m. 
Combining traditional Japanese theatre, music, origami, magic, and storytelling, Yasu 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. 
 
Pokémon Lounge (Grades 2-8) 
Thursday, July 17 from 1-2:30 p.m. 
Bring your stockpile of Pokémon cards and go head-to-head with friends! Bring your own decks or borrow one of ours. Trainers of all experience levels welcome! No registration required. 
 
James Island Ocean ActKIDvists 
Tuesday, July 22 at 10 a.m. 
Come meet the James Island Ocean ActKIDvists! Their local environmental conservation group is founded and run by local James Island youth. Learn what you can do to help protect our world’s oceans from right here in Charleston! 
 
Storytimes
Baby Storytime (ages 0-2) 
Wednesdays, July 2, 9, 16 & 23 at 10 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. 
 
Summer Reading - Family Storytime (all ages) 
Thursdays, July 3, 10, 17 & 24 at 10 a.m. 
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and FUN! 
 
Family Storytime (all ages) 
Thursday, July 24 at 6:30 p.m.
Grab your family, bring food and drinks, and spread out a towel or blanket for a picnic-style storytime. Doors open at 6 so you can grab a spot and start your dinner, then storytime begins at 6:30. 
 
Creative Studio Events
Please call (843) 795-6679 ext. 8104 or email bpcreative@ccpl.org for questions and registration. Registration is required unless otherwise stated.
Must be at least 18 years old to attend.
 
Embroidery Machine Training 
Tuesday, July 8 at 6:30 p.m. 
Wednesday, July 9 at 11 a.m.  
Learn how to set up and use our embroidery machine! This training is needed to utilize the embroidery machine in our Creative Studio. No registration is required for this event. 
 
Sewing Machine Training 
Tuesday, July 15 at 6:30 p.m. 
Wednesday, July 16 at 11 a.m. 
Come learn the basics of how to use our sewing machines. This training is needed to utilize the sewing machines and serger in our Creative Studio. No registration is required for this event.
 
Loose Ends: Sewing with Leftovers 
Saturday, July 19 at 3:30 p.m. 
Come choose from a stack of our extras from previous sewing programs and get to sewing! Projects include Envelope Pillowcases, Bowl Koozies, and a Double Oven Mitt. 
 
Cricut Training 
Tuesday, July 22 at 6:30 p.m. 
Wednesday, July 23 at 11 a.m. 
Let’s learn how to use Cricut Design Space and set up the machine to cut, draw, or score! This training is needed to utilize the Cricut and Heat Press in our Creative Studio. No registration is required for this event. 
 
Special Events
Summer Reading 2025
June 1 through August 15
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.
 
Ongoing Services
Notary Service Available
Please call for an appointment. Walk-ins will be accommodated if a notary is available. Note: Per SC State Law, notaries cannot notarize real estate transactions.
 
Community Pop Up!
Drop by with new, travel sized hygiene products, like deodorant, tampons, hair products, etc. and we will deliver them in September to help victims of domestic violence at My Sister's House.
 
Baxter-Patrick James Island Library Hours
Monday - Thursday 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Friday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday - Closed
 
 CCPL Libraries are closed on Friday, July 4 for the Independence Day holiday.


                                          

Baxter-Patrick James Island Library
1858 South Grimball Road, Charleston, South Carolina 29412
843-795-6679 | ccpl.org