Article Date
March 19, 2026
Charleston County Public Library is proud to host the Board of Voters Registration and Elections for “Behind the Ballot,” a program series for adults that offers an inside look at how elections are conducted and why they matter.
Event details:
Behind the Ballot: Preparing for Election Day in Charleston County
- Wednesday, April 8 at 6 p.m. | Keith Summey North Charleston Library
- Go behind the scenes with the Charleston County Board of Voter Registration and Elections to learn how polling locations are secured, poll workers are trained, and voting equipment is prepared to ensure a smooth and secure election.
Behind the Ballot: Election Night and Certification in Charleston County
- Wednesday, April 15 at 6 p.m. | Keith Summey North Charleston Library
- Discover what happens after the polls close—from results reporting to the certification process—and how election officials immediately begin preparing for the next election.
Behind the Ballot: Understanding Primary Elections in South Carolina
- Monday, May 18 at 6 p.m. | Bees Ferry West Ashley Library
- Learn how South Carolina’s open primary system works, how candidates are nominated, and what voters should know about ballots, districts, and how winners are determined.
Behind the Ballot: Representation and Districts in Charleston County
- Thursday, October 1 at 6 p.m. | Wando Mount Pleasant Library
- Explore how representation is structured at the local, state, and federal levels, how district lines are drawn, and how the census shapes elections and voter representation in Charleston County.