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Behind the Ballot: New Library Series Exploring the Voting Process

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...

Battle of the Books

Article Date
July 28, 2025

Battle of the Books Middle School Edition is here! Middle school students can register solo or with a team of 2–4 friends. Read the books and compete to be crowned champion. Spots are limited, sign up TODAY!

Registration runs through January 31, 2026...

Back to School Night with Charleston Battery

Article Date
August 19, 2024

Join us for Back to School Night with the Charleston Battery where we will celebrate our Summer Readers!  The game is on Saturday, August 24 at 7:30 PM at the Patriots Point Athletics Complex. It's located at 85 Patriots Point Rd, Mt Pleasant, SC. 

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Big Bang Boom: A Children’s Concert

Article Date
June 17, 2024

Come enjoy a FREE interactive and educational musical performance by Big Bang Boom! Their parent-friendly children’s music invites all ages (primarily targeting Pre-K through fifth-grade students) to enjoy an upbeat, energetic show!

  • Monday, June...

Bathing to Beat the Heat in Early Charleston, Part 2

Article Date
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...

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

Article Date
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...

Bring the library to you with these five free mobile apps!

Article Date
July 17, 2023

Enjoy these FREE apps straight from your mobile device. All you need to do is download each app from your mobile app store and log in using your CCPL library card number!

  1. Hoopla: 
  2. Freegal Music:
  3. Libby: 
  4. Kanopy: 
  5. Mango Languages:

Bathing to Beat the Heat in Early Charleston, Part 1

Article Date
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 a...