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Joy of Meditation Wednesdays, April 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 at 1:30 p.m. Mondays, April 6, 13, 20 & 27 at 10:30 a.m. Enjoy a guided group meditation followed by discussion. |
Qigong Wednesdays, April 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 at 6:30 p.m. Enjoy guided group qigong practice (coordinated breathing and slow movements to optimize energy). |
Addiction Science with MUSC Thursday, April 2 at 6 p.m. Discover how brain science is driving new treatments for substance use disorder. See live demos, learn how tools reduce cravings and even hold a real human brain! |
Hands-On Genealogy Tuesday, April 7 at 10 a.m. Come to our drop-in genealogy workshop and get help working on your family tree! |
Qigong & Sound Bath
Wednesday, April 8 at 6:30 p.m. Experience an evening of gentle Qigong followed by a soothing sound bath to relax body and mind and restore natural balance. Please bring a mat, blanket, or pillow for comfort. |
Murderous Yarns Saturday, April 11 at 11 a.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! |
James Island History: Hurricanes Tuesday, April 14 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 the history of hurricanes in the Lowcountry from 1686 up to Hugo. |
Financial Resources Workshop with James Island Outreach Tuesday, April 14 at 6 p.m. This interactive 90-minute workshop has the goal of improving financial stability, focusing on increasing income and reducing expenses. To register email corbom@ccpl.org or call 843-795-6679 ext. 8102. |
Dream Circle Friday, April 17 from 2-4 p.m. Experience the magic of dream sharing. During this event, we select one dream and dive deep into exploring its symbolism. |
Sanborn Fire Insurance Map Overview Tuesday, April 21 from 1-2 p.m. Join us for an overview of Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps available on the CCPL website. Sanborn Maps are color-coded insurance maps that provide a snapshot of city streets and the built environment. We will be looking at the Sanborn maps covering the Charleston area. |
Soul Stretch Saturday, April 25 from 10-11 a.m. Start your weekend with this relaxing hour of calming breath work and gentle stretches, finishing with relaxing meditation to leave you centered and energized. So come as you are, shake off the week, and flow into your weekend! No previous experience needed. |
Let’s Talk Tudors! Saturday, April 25 at 11 a.m. Join us, and Let’s Talk Tudors! “Scenes from a Marriage:” Henry and Anne of Cleves still aren't getting along; meanwhile, Cromwell backpedals, and Lady Elizabeth makes a friend. |
Gaming Days Wednesdays, April 1 & 29 from 3-5:15 p.m. Monday, April 27 from 3-5:15 p.m. Teens/pre-teens can choose any gaming system to play. |
 D & D Club Thursday, April 9 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Curious about D & D come join us! |
Manga & Anime Club Monday, April 13 at 3 p.m. Do you love reading, watching and drawing anime? Then this club is for you! Stop by, watch and read and talk about all anime things with other teens! |
Workforce Development Camp for Teens Monday, April 13 – Thursday, April 16 at 4:45 p.m. Come join us and learn more about resume writing, interview skills and so much more. |
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Haiku Poetry Writing Project Wednesday, April 15 at 3 p.m. Have you ever written a poem that relied on just 3 lines of words and only 17 syllables? You will learn how to write haikus that express your thoughts and feelings and set them in your own little book of poems. |
Saturday Movie: Elio (2025) Saturday, April 25 at 12 p.m. Elio struggles to fit in until he is transported by aliens and becomes the chosen one to be Earth's galactic ambassador while his mother Olga works on the top-secret project to decode alien messages. |
Teen Advisory Board Meeting (TAB) Saturday, April 25 at 2 p.m. Do you have teen programs or ideas you would like to see implemented at BPJI? If so, come join us in the teen lounge to talk about programs and work on community projects. |
Stories & STEM (grades 1-5) Thursday, April 9 from 3-4 p.m. Join us to learn new STEM concepts through a story and then apply your knowledge with a hands-on activity! |
Brick Break (all ages) Saturday, April 11 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Get creative with buckets of bricks! Free build with friends and family or try one of our challenges. |
Verse vs. Verse (grades 2-8) Saturday, April 11 from 2-3 p.m. Two poems walk into a library, but only one will leave with the title of “Champion.” Come celebrate National Poetry Month with us as two poems battle to determine who will rhyme supreme. |
Baby Playday (ages 0-2) Wednesday, April 15 at 10 a.m. Drop-in for an open-play environment designed to provide your little-one room to explore, grow, and have fun! |
Crafternoon in the Kids’ Room (ages 4 and up) Wednesday, April 15 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Get crafty in the Kids’ Room! Come learn a new craft, make fabulous art, and let your creativity shine! Let us surprise you or ask at the Children’s Desk for details! |
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Creative Collective (ages 6 and up) Saturday, April 18 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Come enjoy group activities and games centered around the performing arts! Each month we’ll learn about a new instrument, sing songs together, explore different types of dances, and engage in drama exercises. |
KIDmmunity Hour (grades 3-6) Tuesday, April 21 from 3-4 p.m. Fend off the after-school boredom with our new monthly program for kids & by kids. Enjoy a game, craft, or activity each time and be sure to tell a librarian what you want to do next month! |
Embroidery Machine Training Tuesday, April 7 at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 8 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. |
Printmaking 101 Saturday, April 11 at 3:30 p.m. Learn the basics of printmaking by working with linoleum! |
Sewing Machine Training Tuesday, April 14 at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 15 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. |
Cricut Training Tuesday, April 21 at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 22 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. |
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence Thursday, April 2 from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Explore what artificial intelligence is, its ethical implications, everyday uses, and practical tips to make the most of AI. |
Tech Team Help Lab Thursday, April 9 from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Whether you need help using your laptop, smartphone, tablet, or getting started with CCPL’s downloadable and streaming services, our tech librarian is here to assist! Drop in for one-on-one support—first come, first served. If more time is needed, additional appointments may be scheduled. |
Introducing Google Drive Thursday, April 16 from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Create files with Docs, Sheets, and Slides, and learn how to store and access files with Google Drive. Practice sharing files and collaborating with others, too. Searching the Web and Basic Word (or previous experience) is expected. |
Digital Detox: Diamond Painting Thursday, April 23 at 11 a.m. Do you ever worry that you spend too much time staring at a screen? Join our technology librarian for a craft session that encourages both times away from screens and a creative way to make art by relaxing while diamond painting. |
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Baxter-Patrick James Island Library 1858 South Grimball Road, Charleston, South Carolina 29412 843-795-6679 | ccpl.org |
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