CCPL now offers access to more from the New York Times

CCPL now offers access to more from the New York Times

August 2, 2023

CCPL now offers access to New York Times extras including Cooking, Games, and The Athletic.

There are three unique links for Cooking, Games, and The Athletic posted to the CCPL website. To access these extras, users must click on the unique link...

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Free Legal Classes with Judge Irv Condon

Free Legal Classes with Judge Irv Condon

August 1, 2023

Join CCPL and Charleston County Probate Judge Irv Condon for free classes covering Elder Law, Estate Planning, Estate Administration, and Getting Treatment for a Loved One. The 2023 classes are taking place August - November. Registration is not...

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CCPL recognized nationally for programs and services addressing food insecurity in Charleston County

CCPL recognized nationally for programs and services addressing food insecurity in Charleston County

August 1, 2023

CHARLESTON, SC – Charleston County Public Library (CCPL) has been recognized nationally by Gale and the Library Journal as a Library Defying the Odds. The library received Honorable Mention in the inaugural award for its various programs, services...

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Join us for Library Night with the Charleston RiverDogs

Join us for Library Night with the Charleston RiverDogs

July 25, 2023

Join the Charleston County Public Library as we celebrate the end of the Summer Reading Program at Library Night with the Charleston RiverDogs! The game is on Sunday, August 6 at 5:05 p.m. at the Joe P. Riley Jr. Stadium located at 360 Fishburne S...

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Bathing to Beat the Heat in Early Charleston, Part 2

Bathing to Beat the Heat in Early Charleston, Part 2

July 21, 2023

The cheapest and simplest form of bathing in early South Carolina was an ancient practice shared by numerous cultures around the world: one simply walked to the nearest creek, river, or beach and jumped in. Because specialized bathing garments did...

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Book List in Celebration of 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop

Book List in Celebration of 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop

July 20, 2023

The Charleston County Public Library is celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop! Check out this book list curated by Adult Services Librarian Ramon Maclin with books in the CCPL collection. Click on the title to place a hold or to find what br...

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CFOL hosts Summer Reading Celebration For All

CFOL hosts Summer Reading Celebration For All

July 18, 2023

Join the Charleston Friends of the Library (CFOL) for a Summer Reading Celebration at the The Garden by Charles Towne Fermentory on Sunday, July 30 from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.  

The Summer Reading Celebration is a culmination of CCPL’s Summer R...

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CFOL hosts Back to School Book Sale

CFOL hosts Back to School Book Sale

July 18, 2023

The Charleston Friends of the Library is hosting a Back to School Book Sale at the Bees Ferry West Ashley Library that is open to the public August 4 - 5. The sale is presented by Crews Subarau. At this sale, childrens, young adult, non-fiction, f...

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Bathing to Beat the Heat in Early Charleston, Part 1

Bathing to Beat the Heat in Early Charleston, Part 1

July 14, 2023

Before the advent of air conditioning and running water in the Charleston area, Lowcountry residents of all descriptions pursued a number of indoor and outdoor strategies to gain relief from the sultry summer heat. Bathing was a luxury enjoyed by ...

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African Drumming & Dance with Wona Womalan

African Drumming & Dance with Wona Womalan

July 3, 2023

Wona Womalan brings an appreciation of West Africa's vibrant and beautiful musical art to audiences of all ages. The ensemble dives into a breathtaking explosion of high energy and visually spectacular drumming, singing and dance. Join CCPL for pe...

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