PREVIEW: Swimwear was optional for many early visitors to Sullivan’s Island’s front beach. Learn more about the history of “surf bathing” on the next episode of Charleston Time Machine. The new episode will be released on Friday, April 26.

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To create positive, future-focused change in our region, we are excited to announce the launch of People First: Shaping the Legacy for 2040, a collaborative movement dedicated to paving the way for a bright future.

Learn more at ShapeTheLegacy.org. #PeopleFirst2040

Celebrate Día with CCPL!

El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day), commonly known as Día, is a celebration of children, families, and reading. It emphasizes the importance of literacy for all children of all backgrounds.

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MAY 4: The American Heart Association will be joining us for a presentation on heart health and hands-only CPR at the St. Paul's Hollywood Library. No registration needed.

APRIL 25: Join us for the next 'For the Record' Vinyl Club meet up at the Keith Summey North Charleston Library on Thursday, April 25 from 5 to 7 p.m. Join us for a fun-filled evening and feel free to bring a selection from your albums!

Edisto Island Library will close for renovations beginning Saturday, April 27 at 1 PM. CCPL plans to open a temporary location with limited library services. Book drops will remain open until the temporary location is available.

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APRIL 23 & 25: Join us for two upcoming retirement income seminars at two branches! A Financial Security Advisor will host seminars tailormade for retirees and pre-retirees.

Learn More: bit.ly/3Q5BpcZ

MAY 1: Join us for a Virtual Author Talk with Bakari Sellers hosted by the Keith Summey North Charleston Library. Registration is required.

To register call 843-744-2489 or email [email protected].

APRIL 27: Join us at the Main Library as we explore Marget Seidler's book, 'Payne-ful' Business: Charleston's Journey to Truth that covers Charleston's racial history and the individuals working to reconcile it.

Learn More: bit.ly/4awZIJ4

APRIL 22 & 23: Join Operation Hope for two Credit Management Workshops at two of our library branches!

NEW EPISODE: What kind of money did people use in colonial Charleston to buy a drink in a tavern, sell a plantation, or purchase their freedom from slavery? Learn about their curious financial tools & credit schemes on the Charleston Time Machine. bit.ly/43VXRLi

APRIL 24: We're excited to have the City of Charleston's Poet Laureate Asiah Mae join us at the Dart Library for an Open Mic Poetry event!

NOTICE: West Ashley Library will be closed for the remainder of the day.

CLOSURE NOTICE: The West Ashley Library is closed temporarily today due to weather.

Join us at the Main Library on April 23 to learn about A.I. for Small Businesses and Creatives!

APRIL 22: Drop by the John's Island Library for a free Car Seat Check. Certified Child Passenger Safety technicians will be there to ensure a proper installation.

Learn more about upcoming checks at other branches here:
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Our library system & Explore Charleston will be featured on a TV show, Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid on public broadcast stations beginning the week of April 29. The Viewpoint is a documentary series highlighting organizations across the world!

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Today is National Library Workers Day!

We're so thankful for our amazing staff! From those who work behind the scenes to those you see at our 18 branches. We all work together to provide you a welcoming place to turn to with free resources and services!