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Otranto Road Library

Book Sale

Friday, March 4 9 a.m.– 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, March 5

9 a.m.– 4 p.m.

Charleston County Public Library

68 Calhoun Street Charleston SC 29401

(843) 805-6930

www.ccpl.org

Charleston County Public Library

MARCH 2016

Charleston TellsStorytelling Festival

March 11 ‐ 12, 2016

Wragg Square 342 Meeting St., Charleston

Bill Harley Oba William King Connie Regan-Blake Barbara McBride-Smith

From folk tales to ghost tales, enjoy more than

40 performances by some of the best national

and local storytellers. The Festival is a great

weekend for the whole family.  

Visit www.ccpl.org/CharlestonTells

for festival info and tickets.

CCPL Events are FREE and open to the public.

TUESDAY, MARCH 1 Dr. Seuss Birthday Party Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Enjoy listening to Dr. Seuss favorites, and celebrate his birthday with Mayor Pat O’Neil. Read Across America Celebration Village Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Enjoy listening to Dr. Seuss favorites, and celebrate his birthday with Mt. Pleasant Fire Chief Herb Williams. Afterschool Cool: Stories and a Craft (ages 6-11) Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Celebrate National Pig Day with stories and activities about Mo Willems' Elephant and Piggie series. WEDNESDAYS, MARCH 2, 9, 16, 23 AND 30 Game On Main Library from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Challenge friends to a variety of fun games including Minecraft using “creative mode,” Wii and board games.

THURSDAY, MARCH 3 Charleston Symphony Orchestra Kids Concert Main Library at 10:30 a.m. Listen to music from the Charleston Symphony Orchestra percussion duo, and visit the instrument petting zoo to try a variety of musical instruments.

Building Bots: Raspberry Pi 2 Main Library at 3:30 p.m. Discover, inquire and create with Building Bots, an introduction to hands-on STEM-themed programming. Discover how computers work on the inside, and build software and hardware projects with Raspberry Pi 2. THURSDAYS, MARCH 3, 10 AND 31 Game On (ages 10-18) John L. Dart Library from 3:30-5 p.m. Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of gaming. Choose from board games and interactive video games. FRIDAYS, MARCH 4, 11, 18 AND 25 Little Lotus Yoga (ages 3 and older) Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Practice yoga with interactive storytelling, games, music, art and plenty of fun. Attendance is limited to the first 18 children who arrive at each class. Presented by Jennifer Rogers of Little Lotus Yoga.

SATURDAYS, MARCH 5, 12, 19 AND 26 Play with Parents Preschool Challenge (ages 2-4) John L. Dart Library Pick up a new preschool challenge list each week, and complete activities at the library and at home for a chance to receive a book for your personal library.

Read Across America is a national celebration that promotes reading to children and is held each year on Dr. Seuss' birthday. Most branches have special festivities planned, with many “celebrity” special guests visiting to read Dr. Seuss stories. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2 9:15 a.m. Main Library

10:00 a.m. Dorchester Road

10:30 a.m. Cooper River Memorial

10:30 a.m. John L. Dart

10:30 a.m. John’s Island

10:30 a.m. Mt. Pleasant

10:30 a.m. Otranto Road

10:30 a.m. Poe/Sullivan’s Island (March 1st)

10:30 a.m. Village (March 1st)

10:30 a.m. West Ashley

3:30 p.m. James Island

4:00 p.m. St. Andrews

March 2 , 20 16

Enjoy listening to

Dr. Seuss favorites

as we celebrate his

112th birthday

with local celebrities!

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SATURDAY, MARCH 5 PLAY: DIY Arts and Crafts with Ms. Grace Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 10 a.m. Ms. Grace helps kids create fun paper and felt projects. PLAY: Shamrock Bookmarks (ages 11 and younger) James Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Create a festive bookmark for St. Patrick’s Day. STAR Therapy Dogs Village Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Read a book to a furry friend. Charleston Symphony Orchestra Kids Concert Main Library at 11 a.m. Listen to music and visit the instrument petting zoo to try a variety of musical instruments. PLAY: Jump Up and Dance, or Sit Down and Roll Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 11 a.m. Dance along with the Wii or play a board game. Soar on the March Winds McClellanville Branch Library at 11 a.m. Build your own kite. PLAY: Celebrate Dr. Seuss Edisto Branch Library at 11:30 a.m. Read stories by Dr. Seuss, and make a craft. PLAY: Morning Movie (ages 11 and younger) Dorchester Road Regional Library at 12:30 p.m. Pan. Rated PG; 135 minutes. PLAY: Dr. Seuss Bingo (grades K-5) John L. Dart Library at 1 p.m. Celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday with a game of bingo. DIY Arts and Crafts with Ms. Grace Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 1:30-3 p.m. What can you craft with help from Ms. Grace?

PLAY: Legos West Ashley Branch Library at 2 p.m. We supply the Legos, and you create the masterpiece. Pig Party (ages 12 and younger) John’s Island Regional Library at 3 p.m. Bring a picnic blanket, and enjoy an outdoor storytime with teacup piglets. Light refreshments provided.

PLAY: Reel Family Fun

Cooper River Memorial Library at 3 p.m.  Shaun the Sheep Movie. Rated PG; 85 minutes.

MONDAY, MARCH 7-FRIDAY, MARCH 11 Caldecott Book Battle John L. Dart Library Celebrate National Youth Art Month, learn about Caldecott Award Winners, and vote for your favorite.

TUESDAY, MARCH 8 Anime-niacs Club (grades 3-6) John’s Island Regional Library from 2:30-3:30 p.m. Watch episodes of Cardcaptor Sakura. Japanese snacks will be served. Building Bots: Osmo (ages 7-11 with caregiver) Otranto Road Regional Library at 3:30 p.m. Discover, inquire and create with Building Bots, an introduction to hands-on STEM-themed programming. Osmo is an educational gaming system for iPads that children use to spell on-screen images and arrange wooden puzzle pieces to match on-screen shape. Afterschool Cool: Flying High (ages 4-11) Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Read about the life and daring adventures of legendary aviator Amelia Earhart, and design paper airplanes for flying experiments. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9 Cuentos y Más: Bilingual Storytime Miércoles, 9 de marzo a las 10:30 a.m. Dorchester Road Regional Library at 10:30 a.m. Para niños de 0-5 años con padres / For ages five and younger. Enjoy stories in English and Spanish. THURSDAY, MARCH 10 Building Bots: Snap Circuits (ages 7-11 with caregiver) John’s Island Regional Library at 3 p.m. Discover, inquire and create with Building Bots, an introduction to hands-on STEM-themed programming. Snap Circuits make learning easy for kids as they follow pictures to build projects that snap together. Afternoon Adventures: Meet the Masters Main Library at 3:30 p.m. Experience the work of great artists throughout history, and practice their techniques to create your masterpiece. SATURDAY, MARCH 12 PLAY: STAR Therapy Dogs Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Share books with a furry friend.

PLAY: Saturday Movie and Craft Folly Beach Library at 11 a.m. Watch Kit Kittredge: An American Girl, and make a fun craft. Rated G; 100 minutes. Building Bots: Snap Circuits (ages 7-11 with caregiver) John’s Island Regional Library at 11 a.m. Discover, inquire and create with Building Bots, an introduction to hands-on STEM-themed programming. Snap Circuits make learning easy for kids as they follow pictures to build projects that snap together. PLAY: Bubble Party (ages 4-11) Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 11 a.m. Explore the world of bubbles with several fun activities.

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SATURDAY, MARCH 12 (CONT.) Catch a Leprechaun McClellanville Branch Library at 11 a.m. Make your own leprechaun trap.

PLAY: Second Saturday Storytime Mt. Pleasant Regional Library at 11 a.m. Learn about leprechauns with stories, songs and a craft. PLAY: March Wind Fun Edisto Branch Library at 11:30 a.m. Make your own windsock. PLAY: Morning Movies (ages 11 and younger) Dorchester Road Regional Library at 12:30 p.m. Hotel Transylvania 2. Rated PG; 89 minutes.

PLAY: Lego Fun (grades K-5) John L. Dart Library at 1 p.m. Build your own creation. Saturday Movie John’s Island Regional Library at 3 p.m. Pan. Rated PG; 111 minutes. PLAY: DIY Craft Cooper River Memorial Library at 3 p.m. Make a pinwheel craft. Materials provided.

PLAY: Young Explorers Club (ages 8-11) Dorchester Road Regional Library at 4 p.m. Explore STEM-related math activities.

TUESDAY, MARCH 15 STEM Storytime: Seasons Cooper River Memorial Library at 10:30 a.m. Enjoy springtime stories and a cool craft.

Full STEAM Ahead: Marble Maze Main Library at 3:30 p.m. Use your engineering skills to create a giant marble maze out of recycled materials. Will your marbles pass through the maze and out the other side?

Afterschool Cool: Green Thumbs (ages 4-11) Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Learn about nature, and make something cool with the Tri-County Clemson Master Gardeners. Instrument Petting Zoo John L. Dart Library from 4:30-5:30 p.m. See, feel, play and listen to various instruments with guidance from members of Girls Rock Charleston. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16 Afternoon Art (ages 12 and younger) John’s Island Regional Library from 12:30-2:30 p.m. Create a batik-inspired work of art. Early Dismissal Movie Mt. Pleasant Regional Library at 2 p.m. Shaun the Sheep Movie. Rated PG; 85 minutes.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16 (CONT.) STEM: Edible Cars Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 2 p.m. Design, build and race vehicles made entirely of food. Registration required.

THURSDAY, MARCH 17 Leprechauns at the Library Otranto Road Regional Library at 10:30 a.m. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with stories and crafts. Anime-niacs Club (grades 3-6) John’s Island Regional Library from 2:30-3:30 p.m. Watch an episode of .hack//SIGN, then make origami. Crafternoon: Spring Flowers Craft Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 3 p.m. Make a colorful bouquet of flowers out of buttons. Afternoon Adventures: Green Thumbs Main Library at 3:30 p.m. Join the Tri-County Clemson Master Gardeners to make a wonderful craft to bring the outdoors inside. Shamrock Crafts (grades K-5) John L. Dart Library at 3:30 p.m. Make a lucky shamrock craft for St. Patrick’s Day.

FRIDAY, MARCH 18 National Park Centennial Story Hour Main Library at 9:15 a.m. Listen to Circle Unbroken by Margot Theis Raven, and learn about the origins of sweetgrass Gullah baskets.

SATURDAY, MARCH 19 Crafty Kids (ages 12 and younger) John’s Island Regional Library Make a cool craft in the children’s department. PLAY Day: Bunny Mask (ages 11 and younger) James Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Design a mask with pipe cleaners and pink puff balls.

PLAY: Spring Flowers Craft Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Make a colorful bouquet of flowers out of buttons. Weather Craft Village Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Create a craft that displays different kinds of weather. PLAY: STAR Therapy Dogs Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Practice your reading with canine friends. Building Bots: Raspberry Pi 2 Main Library at 11 a.m. Discover, inquire and create with Building Bots, an introduction to hands-on STEM-themed programming. Discover how computers work on the inside, and build software and hardware projects with Raspberry Pi 2.

PLAY: Seeds for Spring (ages 11 and younger) Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 11 a.m. Get ready for spring, and plant some seeds.

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SATURDAY, MARCH 19 (CONT.) Rockin’ Robin Ushers in Spring McClellanville Branch Library at 11 a.m. Look for signs of spring, and make a rockin’ robin.

PLAY: DIY Arts and Crafts with Ms. Grace Otranto Road Regional Library at 11 a.m. Being crafty and creative is easier than you think. PLAY Day: Movie Fun Edisto Branch Library at 11:30 a.m. Hotel Transylvania 2. Rated PG; 89 minutes. PLAY: Morning Movie (ages 11 and younger) Dorchester Road Regional Library at 12:30 p.m. Bark Ranger. Rated PG; 90 minutes. PLAY with Parents: Sigma Saturday John L. Dart Library at 1 p.m. Enjoy a carpentry workshop sponsored by Lowe’s with members of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.

PLAY: Movie West Ashley Branch Library at 2 p.m. Shaun the Sheep Movie. Rated PG; 85 minutes. PLAY: Reel Family Fun

Cooper River Memorial Library at 3 p.m.  Minions. Rated PG; 91 minutes. PLAY: Young Explorers Club (ages 8-11) Dorchester Road Regional Library at 4 p.m. Let your curiosity run wild, and explore flubber. TUESDAY, MARCH 22 Movie and Munchies Main Library at 3:30 p.m. Minions. Rated PG; 91 minutes. Afterschool Cool: Lego Club (ages 4-11) Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Get creative with library Legos. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23 Preschool Special: Spring Egg Hunt Main Library at 10:30 a.m. Have a hopping good time searching for eggs.

March of the Stuffed Animals (ages 2-5 with caregiver) Dorchester Road Regional Library at 10:30 a.m. Bring your favorite stuffed animal, wear your PJs and have fun playing with numbers. THURSDAY, MARCH 24 Afternoon Adventures: Read with Rommie Main Library at 3:30 p.m. Practice your reading with canine friends. Easter Egg Hunt Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Search the library for hidden eggs. Find the golden egg, and win a prize.

FRIDAY, MARCH 25 Annual Easter Egg Hunt McClellanville Branch Library at 11:30 a.m. Bring an Easter basket to collect eggs during the hunt.

SATURDAY, MARCH 26 PLAY with Dad: Saturday Stories James Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Enjoy storytime with your dad or another loved one. PLAY: Catapults Away Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Practice Angry Birds skills in the real world, and build and test your own toy catapult. PLAY: National Kiting Month (ages 6 and older) John’s Island Regional Library at 11 a.m. Learn how to make simple paper kites to take home. PLAY: Makers Morning (ages 11 and younger) Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 11 a.m. Make a bunny mask.

Easter Origami and Crafts McClellanville Branch Library at 11 a.m. Learn how to make an origami bunny. PLAY: Cinema Saturday John L. Dart Library at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Hotel Transylvania 2. Rated PG; 89 minutes. PLAY: Easter Egg Hunt Edisto Branch Library at 11:30 a.m. Enjoy hunting for Easter eggs. Building Bots: Osmo (ages 7-11 with caregiver) Otranto Road Regional Library at 2 p.m. Discover, inquire and create with Building Bots, an introduction to hands-on STEM-themed programming. Osmo is an educational gaming system for iPads that children use to draw a masterpiece, arrange wooden puzzle pieces to match on-screen shapes and more. PLAY: Lego Club (ages 4 and older) Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 2-3:30 p.m. What can you build with library Legos? PLAY: March Madness Craft (ages 6-11 with caregiver) Dorchester Road Regional Library at 4 p.m. Create a wooden craft. Space is limited.

MONDAY, MARCH 28 Origami Hour John L. Dart Library at 1 p.m. Learn how to fold paper into works of art.

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TUESDAY, MARCH 29 Reel Family Fun: Morning Matinee Cooper River Memorial Library at 10:30 a.m. Shaun the Sheep Movie. Rated PG; 85 minutes.

PLAY: Movie Marathon (ages 11 and younger) Dorchester Road Regional Library at 12 p.m. How to Eat Fried Worms. Rated PG; 85 minutes. Dolphin Tale 2. Rated PG; 107 minutes. Spring Break Movie Mt. Pleasant Regional Library at 2 p.m. Minions. Rated PG; 91 minutes. Spring Break at Otranto Otranto Road Regional Library at 3:30 p.m. Make a craft, have a snack and play Nintendo Wii.

Spring Break Bingo (ages 4-11) Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Play a few rounds of bingo. Small prizes awarded. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30 After Easter Egg Hunt (ages 3-11) Village Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. and 12 p.m. Bring your basket. Registration requested. Between the Lines John L. Dart Library from 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Coloring pages and pencils will be provided to adults and children. April Fools Scavenger Hunt (ages 4-11) Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 2-4 p.m. Don’t be fooled by the date. Drop by the children’s desk to pick up a scavenger hunt form. Complete the 10-to-20-minute search, and receive a prize. THURSDAY, MARCH 31 Movie and Munchies Main Library at 1 p.m. Descendants. Not rated; 120 minutes. Crazy Crafternoon John L. Dart Library from 1-2 p.m. Enjoy a variety of different activities from the crafts closet while supplies last. Spring Break Movie Mt. Pleasant Regional Library at 2 p.m. Hotel Transylvania 2. Rated PG; 89 minutes.

THROUGHOUT MARCH Women’s History Month Trivia Main Library, Teen Lounge Test your knowledge with trivia questions, and receive a sweet treat for correct answers. Women’s History Month: She Said What? James Island Branch Library Win a prize by correctly identifying the famous woman responsible for the quote of the week. TUESDAY, MARCH 1 Teen Movie Time John’s Island Regional Library from 3:30-5:15 p.m. Pixels. Rated PG-13; 106 minutes. WEDNESDAYS, MARCH 2, 9, 16 AND 23 A Passport to Computer Science First - Storytelling Otranto Road Regional Library from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Use computer science to create fun and interactive stories. Storytelling emphasizes creativity and encourages teens to tell a unique story. To participate, register at the Information Desk. Space is limited. THURSDAYS, MARCH 3, 10 AND 17 Teen Café Main Library, Teen Lounge Enjoy snacks and games after school.

THURSDAYS, MARCH 3, 10 AND 31 Game On (ages 10-18) John L. Dart Library from 3:30-5 p.m. Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of gaming. Choose from board games and interactive video games.

MONDAY, MARCH 7 TeenSpot Theater Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. War Room. Rated PG; 120 minutes. Refreshments provided. TUESDAY, MARCH 8 Teen DIY: Light Sabers John L. Dart Library from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Make mini light sabers, and let the force be with you.

Teen Movie Time John’s Island Regional Library from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Self/Less. Rated PG-13; 117 minutes.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9 Words Matter John L. Dart Library at 3:30 p.m. Discuss why it is important to choose your words carefully. Presented by Palmetto Community Action Partners.

THURSDAY, MARCH 24 Spring Break Bash Main Library, Auditorium from 3:30-5 p.m. Celebrate with snacks, board games and ping-pong. Minute To Win It Challenge Otranto Road Regional Library from 3:30-5 p.m. Enjoy messy fun, race against the clock and win prizes. Teen Lock-In John L. Dart Library from 6:15-7:30 p.m. Surf the web, play video games or just hang out.

SATURDAY, MARCH 26 YA Movie Dorchester Road Regional Library at 12:30 p.m. The Last Witch Hunter. Rated PG-13; 106 minutes. Teen Movie Cooper River Memorial Library at 2 p.m. Pixies. Rated PG; 78 minutes. Club Anime! John’s Island Regional Library from 3-4:30 p.m. Watch your choice of Mushi-shi, Kurau: Phantom Memory or Spice and Wolf.

MONDAY, MARCH 28-THURSDAY, MARCH 31 TeenSpot Bunnypocalypse Scavenger Hunt Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Evil bunnies have taken over the library. Solve clues to find all the bunnies, and enter to win a prize.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30 Lounge at the Library Dorchester Road Regional Library from 4:15-5:15 p.m. Hang out with friends, and play Wii, board or card games.

THROUGHOUT MARCH Tech Help: Book-a-Librarian John’s Island Regional Library, call for appointment Learn how to use the library's downloadable media on your tablet, phone, e-reader or laptop. Women’s History Month Daily Trivia Contest (adults) Cooper River Memorial Library Answer a trivia question correctly for a chance to win.

TUESDAY, MARCH 1 Tech Tuesday: CCPL Website 101 Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 12 p.m. Learn to reserve books, manage your library account and access other online resources with your CCPL card.

TUESDAYS, MARCH 1 AND 8 THURSDAYS, MARCH 3 AND 10 Great Decisions Foreign Policy Discussion Group Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 2-4 p.m. Each week, read the briefing book for background information, then join one or both of the two discussion groups available per topic. For more information, call 843-849-6161.

Learn New Things … Pursue Interests … Be Entertained ...

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9 (CONT.) TeenSpot Wired /Teen Ambassadors Meeting Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Do a little homework or play computer games.

The Underground Literary Society Main Library, Teen Lounge from 4-5 p.m. Enjoy a meeting of the Underground Literary Society. Create and Relax Dorchester Road Regional Library from 4:15-5:15 p.m. Draw or color to relax and express yourself. THURSDAY, MARCH 10 Teen Tech Week Celebration Otranto Road Regional Library from 3:30-5 p.m. Use Sphero 2.0 to bowl, or build a robot using Cubelets.

Club Anime! John’s Island Regional Library from 4:30-6 p.m. Watch Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection ‘F’. Japanese snacks will be served.

MONDAY, MARCH 14 Game Time Otranto Road Regional Library from 3:30-5 p.m. Have fun with Nintendo Wii and board games. TeenSpot Theater Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Everest. Rated PG-13. Refreshments provided.

TUESDAY, MARCH 15 Teen Movie Time John’s Island Regional Library from 3:30-5:35 p.m. Jurassic World. Rated PG-13; 125 minutes.

Celebrate Women and Local Activism John L. Dart Library from 5:30-7 p.m. Learn more about Girls Rock Charleston, its roots and growth in the Charleston area. A live performance will follow the panel discussion.

MONDAY, MARCH 21 TeenSpot Theater Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Ant Man. Rated PG-13. Refreshments provided.

TUESDAY, MARCH 22 Teen Movie Time John’s Island Regional Library from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Terminator Genisys. Rated PG-13; 119 minutes.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23 Midweek Movie John L. Dart Library at 3:30 p.m. Pan. Rated PG; 111 minutes.

Book Club: Looking for Alaska by John Green. Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Chat about the book and enjoy refreshments.

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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2 Small Business Counseling with SCORE (adults) John’s Island Regional Library from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Receive free, confidential counseling for your start-up idea or existing business.

Knitting on the Edge (adults) Folly Beach Library at 6 p.m. Bring a knit or crochet project to work on.

How to Earn a GED Main Library, Meeting Room B from 6-7:45 p.m. Join a guest speaker from the Trident Literacy Association to learn about the GED test.

THURSDAY, MARCH 3 ONE80 Place Visit (adults) Cooper River Memorial Library at 10 a.m. Learn about housing and healthcare for veterans and their families. Presented by ONE80 Place.

Wage Theft and Recovery: What You Need to Know James Island Branch Library at 2 p.m. Join attorney Stephanie van der Horst of South Carolina Legal Services for a discussion of wage theft and what to do if you think you’re a victim.

Knit and Purl: A Casual Knitting Group (adults) John’s Island Regional Library from 5-6:30 p.m. Bring your knitting materials.

THURSDAYS, MARCH 3, 10, 17, 24 AND 31 Mah Jongg Nights (adults) Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 5:30 p.m. Learn to play the game of American Mah Jongg. FRIDAY, MARCH 4 Aging Gracefully: Finding Balance Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Learn tips to strengthen your balance and prevent falls. Presented by a panel of experts in physical therapy, yoga and fitness. SATURDAY, MARCH 5 Local Living: Spring Garden Planting Tips Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 12 p.m. Join master gardener Mary Helpern for tips on the plants that work best in island soil.

MET Opera Main Library at 1 p.m. Turando by Giacomo Puccini. Run time: 3hours, 35 minutes.

SATURDAY, MARCH 5 Lowcountry Creative Writing Group Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 1 p.m. Join a group of writers to write, critique and network.

MONDAYS, MARCH 7, 14, 21 AND 28 Memoir Writing Circle (adults) Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Write, and share your stories for fun and feedback.

MONDAY, MARCH 7 Learn Languages Online with Mango (adults) John L. Dart Library at 10:30 a.m. Enjoy a demonstration of Mango.

Online Job Application Help Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 1 p.m. Receive assistance navigating online job applications. MONDAYS, MARCH 7, 14, 21 AND 28 English Conversation Club (adults) Dorchester Road Regional Library at 6 p.m. Practice speaking, reading and writing English with a small group of learners.

Knit and Stitch (teens and adults) West Ashley Branch Library at 6:30 p.m. Bring your knitting supplies, and knit with friends. TUESDAYS, MARCH 8 AND 24 Book-a-Librarian (adults) Cooper River Memorial Library, call for appointment Learn how to establish an e-mail account, format a resume and complete online job applications.

TUESDAY, MARCH 8 Chat and Chew: Housing Insecurity in Charleston John L. Dart Library from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Receive assistance and information about how to avoid or transition from homelessness.

South Carolina History Series: Traditional Gullah Folk Music - Call and Response (teens and adults) John’s Island Regional Library at 11:15 a.m. Join Sharon Cooper-Murray, renowned storyteller and artist, for an interactive program that includes hand clapping, percussion instruments, songs and movement.

French Refugees in Charleston, 1789-1816 Main Library, Auditorium at 6 p.m. Look back at the dramatic struggles these French refugees faced and their contributions to Charleston.

WEDNESDAYS, MARCH 9 AND 23 Mah Jongg the American Way (adults) Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 2-4 p.m. Join other Mah Jongg enthusiasts. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9 Weekday Western (adults) Cooper River Memorial Library at 6 p.m. Hellbenders (1967). Not rated; 90 minutes.

Criminal Justice Reform in South Carolina Main Library, Auditorium from 6-7:30 p.m. Listen to a panel of voices from the local legal community for an engaging discussion about policing, courts and correctional facilities in South Carolina. Featured guests include Susan Dunn (SC ACLU), Rev. Joseph Darby (NAACP) and U.S. District Judge Bruce Hendricks, as well as a Turning Leaf Project graduate.

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THURSDAY, MARCH 10 The Bell Witch Haunting Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 6 p.m. A discussion of the history and the legend of the Bell Witch poltergeist haunting in Tennessee.

S.C. Bar: Free Legal Clinic on Family Law (adults) Dorchester Road Regional Library at 6:30 p.m. Receive free information about family law issues. SATURDAY, MARCH 12 Learn Languages Online with Mango (adults) John L. Dart Library at 10:30 a.m. Enjoy a demonstration of Mango.

Board Game Get-Together Main Library, Auditorium from 12-6 p.m. Enjoy playing a variety of board games, including Euros, modern, classic, tabletop, and more. Card and dice games also are welcome.

Knit and Stitch Club (adults) Dorchester Road Regional Library at 3 p.m. Bring a knit or crochet project to work on.

Second Saturday Writing Critique Group (adults) Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Get your writing critiqued and critique others. MONDAY, MARCH 14 Center for Progress Outreach Services Main Library, Reference Area from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Representatives will connect those in need with resources. TUESDAY, MARCH 15 Celebrate Women and Local Activism John L. Dart Library from 5:30-7 p.m. Learn more about Girls Rock Charleston, its roots and growth in the Charleston area. A live performance will follow the panel discussion. THURSDAY, MARCH 17 Black and White Theater Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 11 a.m. Alfred Hitchcock’s Rebecca (1940). Not Rated.

Introduction to Seeking Grants Main Library, Foundation Center Area from 12-1 p.m. Discover the grants database, learn basic and advanced search functions, and research foundation profiles.

Knit and Purl: A Casual Knitting Group (adults) John’s Island Regional Library from 5-6:30 p.m. All skill levels welcome.

Film Movement Thursday Main Library Auditorium at 6 p.m. The Lesson. In Bulgarian with English subtitles.

SATURDAY, MARCH 19 The Pest House on Sullivan's Island: A Brief History Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 12 p.m. A review of the facts and myths surrounding this humble but important building and its place in the state's history. Legal Workshop: Wage Recovery (adults) Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Learn about wage theft and how to get help if you’ve been a victim. Wage theft involves not being paid for hours worked or overtime when warranted, not correctly accounting for work on a pay stub, or not being paid for training time. Presented by Stephanie van der Horst, an attorney with South Carolina Legal Services. DIY: Adult Wind-Chime Cooper River Memorial Library at 2 p.m. Make a flower pot wind chime. Materials provided. DIY: Artisan Handmade Soaps Otranto Road Regional Library at 2 p.m. Learn how to create homemade artisan soap, and take the finished project home to enjoy.

YWCA Women’s History Month Main Library from 2-4 p.m. The YWCA of Greater Charleston Centennial Celebration Documentary highlights the organization’s history and offers insight into the lives of female community activists who paved the way for local social justice. It also includes interviews with community leaders, former executive directors, board members and community advocates. The YWCA history spans more than 100 years in the Lowcountry. Since 1969, the YWCA of Greater Charleston, Inc. has been the only YWCA in the tri-county area and continues to provide programs and services for all people in support of its mission to empower women and eliminate racism.

MONDAY, MARCH 21 Senior Social Hour (adults) Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 10-11 a.m. Join other seniors, socialize, and enjoy coffee.

TUESDAY, MARCH 22 How to Earn Your GED Dorchester Road Regional Library at 6 p.m. Join a Trident Literacy Association representative, and learn about the GED test. Southern African American Foodways/Folkways and Nutritional Implications (adults) John L. Dart Library at 6:15 p.m. Join Sherman Pyatt, historian and cookbook author, for a lively discussion regarding Lowcountry food, culture and the impact on traditional communities. Participants also will enjoy samples from a food demonstration.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23 Round Table Discussion with Councilwoman Johnson John’s Island Regional Library at 12:30 p.m. Discuss concerns and issues with Councilwoman Anna Johnson of Charleston County District 8.

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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9 Folly Beach Book Club (adults) Folly Beach Library at 2:30 p.m. Go Set a Watchman by Harper Lee. Great Books Discussion Main Library, Meeting Room B at 6:30 p.m. “Hot-Air Balloons” by Edwidge Danticat “Home Safe” by Emma Ruby-Sachs SATURDAY, MARCH 12 Urban Book Club (adults) Cooper River Memorial Library at 3 p.m. Chasing Destiny by Eric Jerome Dickey. MONDAY, MARCH 14 Monday Book Discussion (adults) Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 10:30-11:30 a.m. My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She’s Sorry by Fredrik Backman. TUESDAY, MARCH 15 Sea Islands Book Club (adults) John’s Island Regional Library at 2 p.m. Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline. THURSDAY, MARCH 17 Not Fiction Book Discussion West Ashley Branch Library at 11 a.m. Discuss Barbarian Days: A Surfing Life by William Finnegan. Dart After Dark Book Circle (adults) John L. Dart Library at 6:15 p.m. Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption by Bryan Stevenson. The discussion will be led by Donald West, from Trident Technical College. Book Discussion at Otranto Otranto Road Regional Library at 6:30 p.m. Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption by Bryan Stevenson. SATURDAY, MARCH 19 Beach Lovers Book Club (adults) Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. After You by Jojo Moyes. e-Book Club Dorchester Road Regional Library at 2 p.m. Woman in White by Wilkie Collins. SATURDAY, MARCH 26 Adult Book Discussion Dorchester Road Regional Library at 3 p.m. I am Malala by Malala Yousafzai.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23 (CONT.) Learn about Talking Book Services Dorchester Road Regional Library from 1:30-4 p.m. Learn about Talking Book Services for the visual- and hearing-impaired. Women's Rights in Early South Carolina Main Library, Auditorium at 6 p.m. Investigate the narrow range of legal rights afforded to women during the first two centuries. THURSDAY, MARCH 24 Demonic Entities Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 6 p.m. A discussion of demonic nature based on ancient Sumerian and Babylonian writings.

SATURDAY, MARCH 26 Lowcountry Creative Writing Forum Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Join a group of writers for a chance to write and network.

MONDAY, MARCH 28 Caregiver Support Group (adults) Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Meet with others who understand what you’re going through, and receive caregiving advice and support.

SCORE Presents Steps to Start a Business (adults) Main Library from 12-1 p.m. Receive free, confidential counseling for your start-up idea or existing business. TUESDAY, MARCH 29 Change a Life/ Make a Difference at Home (adults) John L. Dart Library at 6 p.m. Learn about therapeutic foster care. Presented by South Carolina MENTOR. Refreshments provided.

TUESDAY, MARCH 1 Edisto Book Club Edisto Branch Library at 3 p.m. 50 Children by Steven Pressman. Not Fiction Book Discussion Main Library at 6:30 p.m. Barbarian Days: A Surfing Life by William Finnegan. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2 Book Discussion (adults) Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 2-3 p.m. Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption by Bryan Stevenson.

TUESDAY, MARCH 8 Read Anything Book Club (teens and adults) Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Read whatever you like and join us for discussion.

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Call 843.805.6885 to register for computer classes.

Email Essentials John’s Island Regional Library Tuesday, March 15 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Registration begins March 8. Main Library Saturday, March 19 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins March 12. 10 Keys to Coding Main Library Tuesday, March 15 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins March 8. Internet Security Tips and Tactics John’s Island Regional Library Tuesday, March 22 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Registration begins March 15. Main Library Saturday, March 26 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins March 19. Google Drive John’s Island Regional Library Tuesday, March 29 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Registration begins March 22.

MICROSOFT OFFICE 2016: THE BASICS Publisher 2016: The Basics Main Library Tuesday, March 1 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins February 23. John’s Island Regional Library Monday, March 28 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins March 21. Excel 2016: The Basics John’s Island Regional Library Wednesday, March 2 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Registration begins February 24. Main Library Tuesday, March 22 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins March 15. Dorchester Road Regional Library Thursday, March 24 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Registration begins March 17. Word 2016: The Basics Dorchester Road Regional Library Thursday, March 3 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Registration begins February 25. John’s Island Regional Library Monday, March 7 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins February 29. Main Library Wednesday, March 9 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins March 2.

COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS Introduction to Computers Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library Tuesday, March 1 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Registration begins February 23. Main Library Thursday, March 3 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins February 25. Using the Mouse and Keyboard Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library Tuesday, March 8 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Registration begins March 1. Main Library Thursday, March 10 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins March 3. Working with Windows Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library Tuesday, March 15 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Registration begins March 8. Main Library Thursday, March 17 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins March 10. File Storage and Organization Main Library Wednesday, March 2 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins February 24. Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library Tuesday, March 22 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Registration begins March 15. Main Library Thursday, March 24 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins March 17.

EXPLORING THE WEB Internet: The Basics John’s Island Regional Library Tuesday, March 1 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Registration begins February 23. Main Library Saturday, March 5 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins February 27. Internet: Beyond the Basics John’s Island Regional Library Tuesday, March 8 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Registration begins March 1. Main Library Saturday, March 12 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins March 5.

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PowerPoint 2016: The Basics Dorchester Road Regional Library Thursday, March 17 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Registration begins March 10. John’s Island Regional Library Monday, March 21 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins March 14. Main Library Wednesday, March 23 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins March 16.

MORE WITH OFFICE 2016 Publisher 2016: Beyond the Basics Main Library Tuesday, March 8 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins March 1. Excel 2016: Beyond the Basics John’s Island Regional Library Wednesday, March 9 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Registration begins March 2. Main Library Tuesday, March 29 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins March 22. Resume Tips and Tools Dorchester Road Regional Library Thursday, March 10 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Registration begins March 3. John’s Island Regional Library Monday, March 14 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins March 7. Word 2016: Beyond the Basics Main Library Wednesday, March 16 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins March 9. PowerPoint 2016: Beyond the Basics Main Library Wednesday, March 30 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins March 23.

FUN WITH PHOTOS Digital Photos: The Basics Main Library Friday, March 18 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins March 11. Digital Photos: Beyond the Basics Main Library Friday, March 25 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins March 18.

Digital Drop-In Do you need a little help with your new laptop, phone or tablet? Would you like to see some popular laptop and tablet options before making a purchase? Drop in, and play with our “tech toy box” or see a Tech Team member for a little assistance. No registration required. First come, first served. Additional appointments may be necessary. Friday, March 4 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Main Library, Second Floor Classroom

Pinterest 101 Use Pinterest to plan a garden, bookmark recipes to try, gather decorating ideas, and more. Learn how to search the site, “pin” and “repin,” create inspiration boards and follow your friends. Demonstration only. Registration not required. Monday, March 7 from 5:30-7 p.m. Main Library, Second Floor Classroom

LinkedIn 101 Discover how to manage your professional identify with LinkedIn. Connect with other professionals, and gain access to job listings, corporate news and business insights. Demonstration only. Registration not required. Monday, March 14 from 5:30-7 p.m. Main Library, Meeting Room B

Cable-Free TV Learn about some popular options for viewing shows and movies via the Web. Learn how to watch programs on your PC and connect Web-enabled devices like Roku and Chromecast to your TV. Demonstration only. Registration not required. Wednesday, March 23 from 2-3:30 p.m. John’s Island Regional Library

20 Tips for Windows 10 Bring your laptop (or come and watch), and take a look at Windows’ newest upgrade. Learn how to customize your settings, explore some of the latest features and discover some helpful shortcuts. No registration required. Thursday, March 31 from 5:30-7 p.m. Main Library, Second Floor Classroom

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Babygarten (ages 0-18 months with adult)

Dorchester Road Regional Library Thursday, March 3 at 10:30 a.m. Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library Wednesday, March 2 at 10:30 a.m. James Island Library* Wednesday, March 2 at 10:30 a.m. John L. Dart Library* Monday, March 7 at 10:30 a.m. John’s Island Regional Library Monday, March 7 at 10:30 a.m. Main Library* Monday, March 7 at 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Mt. Pleasant Regional Library Tuesday, March 1 at 10:30 a.m. Friday, March 4 at 10 a.m. Otranto Road Regional Library* Monday, March 7 at 10:30 a.m. West Ashley Library Tuesday, March 1 at 10:30 a.m.

Wee Reads (ages 0-24 months with adult)

Dorchester Road Regional Library Thursdays, March 10, 17, 24 and 31 at 10:30 a.m. Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library Wednesdays, March 9, 16, 23 and 30 at 10:30 a.m. Main Library Mondays, March 21 and 28 at 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Otranto Road Regional Library Mondays, March 14, 21 and 28 at 10:30 a.m. West Ashley Library Tuesdays, March 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 10:30 a.m.

Baby Bumblebees (ages 6-24 months with adult)

Mt. Pleasant Regional Library Wednesdays, March 9, 16, 23 and 30 at 11 a.m. Thursdays, March 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 at 10 a.m.

Young and Restless (ages 18-30 months with adult) John’s Island Regional Library Mondays, March 7, 14, 21 and 28 at 10:30 a.m.

Time for Twos (ages 24-36 months with adult) Dorchester Road Regional Library Thursdays, March 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 at 10 a.m. Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library Tuesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 10:30 a.m. James Island Library Mondays, March 7, 14, 21 and 28 at 10:30 a.m. John L. Dart Library Thursdays, March 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 at 10:30 a.m. John’s Island Regional Library Tuesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 10:30 a.m. Main Library Tuesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 10:30 a.m. Mt. Pleasant Regional Library Wednesdays, March 9, 16, 23 and 30 at 10 a.m. Otranto Road Regional Library Tuesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 10:30 a.m.

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Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5 years with adult) Dorchester Road Regional Library Tuesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 10:30 a.m. Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library Mondays, March 7, 14, 21 and 28 at 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 11:30 a.m. John L. Dart Library Tuesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 10:30 a.m. John’s Island Regional Library Wednesdays, March 9, 16, 23 and 30 at 10:30 a.m. Main Library Thursdays, March 10, 17, 24 and 31 at 10:30 a.m. Mt. Pleasant Regional Library Thursdays, March 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 at 11:30 a.m. Otranto Road Regional Library Wednesdays, March 9, 16, 23 and 30 at 10:30 a.m.

Preschool Zone (ages 3-5 years, adults to remain in the Children’s Area) Dorchester Road Regional Library Mondays, March 7, 14, 21 and 28 at 10:30 a.m. Main Library* registration required Wednesdays, March 2, 9, 16 and 30 at 10:30 a.m.

Family Storytime (all ages) Cooper River Memorial Library Tuesdays, March 8 and 22 at 10:30 a.m. Folly Beach Library Mondays, March 7, 14, 21 and 28 at 10:30 a.m. Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library Saturdays, March 5, 12, 19 and 26 at 10:15 a.m. James Island Library Thursdays, March 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 26 at 10:30 a.m. Mt. Pleasant Regional Library Saturday, March 12 at 11 a.m. West Ashley Library Wednesdays, March 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 at 10:30 a.m.

You can renew books, place holds and manage your account online.

THROUGHOUT MARCH Saul Alexander Gallery Exhibit Main Library Tragedy and Triumph by Chad Myers Williams Through photographic portraits and interviews of survivors of the Khmer Rouge regime in Cambodia, this exhibit suggests there is more to Cambodia’s recent history than just tragedy – there's also triumph. The Kiawah Island Photography Club Display John’s Island Regional Library Members of the Kiawah Island Photography Club exhibit their photos of a variety of subjects including native wildlife, Lowcountry scenes and pictures taken when traveling.

SATURDAY, MARCH 26 Book Signing with Barbara Gathers Main Library Auditorium from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Join Charleston native Barbara Gathers, who will read from her new book, From Back Da Green: Stories from the Heart.

Library Locations and Hours

McClellanville: 222 Baker St. 29458 (843)887-3699 Mon. 2-6; Tue./Thur.-Fri. 9:30-1 & 2-6; Sat. 9:30-2

Mt. Pleasant: 1133 Mathis Ferry Rd. 29464 (843)849-6161 Mon.-Thur. 10-8; Fri.-Sat. 10-6

Otranto Road: 2261 Otranto Rd. 29406 (843)572-4094 Mon.-Thur. 10-8; Fri.-Sat. 10-6

Poe/Sullivan’s Island: 1921 I’on Ave. 29482 (843)883-3914 Mon./Fri. 10-6; Tue./Sat. 10-2; Thu. 2-8

Hurd/St. Andrews: 1735 N. Woodmere Dr. 29407 (843)766-2546 Mon.-Thur. 10-8; Fri.-Sat. 10-6

St. Paul’s/Hollywood: 5151 Town Council Dr. 29449 (843)889-3300 Mon./Tue./Fri. 10-6; Thu. 12-8; Sat. 10-2

Village: 430 Whilden St. 29464 (843)884-9741 Mon./Tue./Fri. 10-6; Thu. 12-8; Sat. 10-2

West Ashley: 45 Windermere Blvd. 29407 (843)766-6635 Mon.-Thur. 10-8; Fri.-Sat. 10-6

Main: 68 Calhoun Street 29401 (843)805-6930 Mon.-Thur. 9-8; Fri.-Sat. 9-6; Sun. 2-5

Cooper River Memorial: 3503 Rivers Ave. 29405 (843)744-2489 Mon.-Thur. 10-8; Fri.-Sat. 10-6

John L. Dart: 1067 King St. 29403 (843)722-7550 Mon.-Sat. 10-6

Dorchester Road: 6325 Dorchester Rd. 29418 (843)552-6466 Mon.-Thur. 10-8; Fri.-Sat. 10-6

Edisto: 1589 Hwy. 174 29438 (843)869-2355 Mon. 10-6; Tue./Fri. 2-6; Thu. 2-8; Sat. 10-2

Folly Beach: 55 Center St. 29439 (843)588-2001 Mon./Fri. 10-6; Wed. 12-8; 2nd Sat. of month 10-2

James Island: 1248 Camp Rd. 29412 (843)795-6679 Mon.-Thur. 10-8; Fri.-Sat. 10-6 John’s Island: 3531 Maybank Hwy. 29455 (843)559-1945 Mon.-Thur. 10-8; Fri.-Sat. 10-6

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