All Locations Closed – Thanksgiving
We will be closed beginning at 5:00PM on Wednesday, November 27, and will remain closed throughout the holiday and weekend. Libraries will reopen on Monday, December 2 at 10am.
We will be closed beginning at 5:00PM on Wednesday, November 27, and will remain closed throughout the holiday and weekend. Libraries will reopen on Monday, December 2 at 10am.
We will be closed beginning at 5:00PM on Wednesday, November 27, and will remain closed throughout the holiday and weekend. Libraries will reopen on Monday, December 2 at 10am.
We will be closed beginning at 5:00PM on Wednesday, November 27, and will remain closed throughout the holiday and weekend. Libraries will reopen on Monday, December 2 at 10am.
We will be closed beginning at 5:00PM on Wednesday, November 27, and will remain closed throughout the holiday and weekend. Libraries will reopen on Monday, December 2 at 10am.
December 2nd - December 24th All ages are welcome to participate! Find the hidden elves throughout town to receive a prize & a chance to win a grand prize. Stop by the library to pick up your handout with all the locations or print yours at home here! Last day to turn in cards is […]
DCL WINTER READING 2024 - 2025 December 2nd - January 31st REGISTRATION BEGINS Monday, December 2nd All ages are welcome to participate! Sign up at any of our locations to pick up a game card or show you've registered on Beanstack to receive your free prize! Learn more about Beanstack and how to use it […]
Come join us for a hands-on exploration of magnets where little scientists can learn all about the fascinating world of magnetic forces! Register beginning 11/18. Ages 3-5 North Charleston: Mon, December 2nd 10:30-11:30AM (Register Online Here!) 8620 Patriot Blvd, North Charleston, SC Ashley River: Mon, December 2nd 3:30-4:30PM (Register Online Here!) 2824 Bacons Bridge Rd, […]
Dogs are great listeners! Practice your reading skills with a certified therapy dog from Alliance of Therapy Dogs. Bring your favorite book or pick one from our collection! Up to 2 family members can sign up per time slot. Ages 6-11 Mondays from 3:30-4:30pm December 2 (Registration opens 11/15) Register online here! December 16 (Registration […]
Join us for a few laps around the library! Ages 18+ Tuesdays & Fridays at 8:30am
Age-specific storytime with songs & rhymes for children and their caregivers. Ages 0-3 Tuesdays, 10:30am to 11am (except 12/24 & 12/31)
North Charleston Police Department: Tuesday, December 3 at 10:30am - Join the North Charleston Police Department with special Storytime fun! The Police vehicles will be set-up to learn & explore after Storytime. North Charleston Fire Department: January 16 & February 11 at 10:30am - Join the North Charleston Fire Department with special Storytime fun! The […]
Drop in & help complete a new puzzle each week! New Puzzle Every Wednesday All ages!
LEGO Duplo and preschool storytime. Ages 5 & under Wednesdays at 10:30am December 4, January 8, 22, February 5, 19, & March 5
Build early literacy skills by listening to stories and singing interactive songs. Ages 0-5 Thursdays, 10:30am to 11am (except except 12/26 & 1/2)
Hands on playtime for children to develop social, science, & motor skills. Ages 0-5 Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11:00am to 11:30am (except 12/3,12/24-1/2, 1/16, & 2/11)
Join us for a few laps around the library! Ages 18+ Tuesdays & Fridays at 8:30am
Fridays at 10am (Ages 6-17) Enjoy a variety of STEM activities, games, and networking with fellow homeschooling families. Registration required for breakout STEM sessions. September 13: STEM with Ms. Christine (Registration opens 9/3) Register Online Here! -Session A (Ages 6-9) -Session B ( Ages 10-17) October 4: TTC SC Aeronautical Training Center (Registration opens 9/23) […]
Enjoy a variety of STEM activities, games, and networking with fellow homeschooling families. Registration required for breakout STEM sessions. Ages 6-17 Fridays at 10am Board Games & Activities (Registration not required): 12/6, 1/10, 2/7, 3/7, 4/4, & 5/2 December 6: No-Bake Desserts: Oreo Parfaits (Registration opens 12/2) Register here! January 10: Meet a Service Dog […]
Create a unique seasonally inspired craft. Options will be available for children, teens, and adults! All Ages Saturday, December 7 from 10:30am to 11:30am
Join Buddy the Elf and watch a holiday classic with friends! We'll follow an interactive script throughout the movie and get into the Elf action. (Register beginning 11/23) Register online here! Ages 6-11 Saturday, December 7th from 2:30pm to 4pm
Learn how to make different themed tasty snacks! Registration required. Ages 6-10 Mondays at 3:30pm December 9: Caramel Apple Slices (Register beginning 12/1) Register online here! January 6: Pretzel Dip Stix (Register beginning 1/1) Register online here! February 10: Fruit Sushi (Register beginning 2/1) Register online here!
Come join us for an exciting event all about motion and force! Get ready to learn through hands-on activities and experiments that will make science come alive. Register beginning 11/25. Ages 6-11 Ashley River: Mon, December 9th 3:30-4:30PM (Register Online Here!) 2824 Bacons Bridge Rd, Summerville, SC North Charleston: Thur, December 12th 3:30-4:30PM (Register Online […]
Join us for a few laps around the library! Ages 18+ Tuesdays & Fridays at 8:30am
Age-specific storytime with songs & rhymes for children and their caregivers. Ages 0-3 Tuesdays, 10:30am to 11am (except 12/24 & 12/31)
Learn literacy tips, lap bounces, and songs you sing at home while connecting with other caregivers of babies! Tuesdays at 10:30am, December 10th through February 18 (except 12/24) Ages 2 & under
Drop in & help complete a new puzzle each week! New Puzzle Every Wednesday All ages!
A language enrichment storytime program for caregivers and their babies. Learn new bounces and rhymes you can do at home! Ages 2 & under Wednesdays at 10:30am 12/11 - 12/18 & 1/8 - 2/19
Build early literacy skills by listening to stories and singing interactive songs. Ages 0-5 Thursdays, 10:30am to 11am (except except 12/26 & 1/2)
Enjoy storytime with songs, books, fingerplays, and early literacy skills! Feel free to stay and play afterward. Thursdays at 10:30am December 12th through February 20 (except 12/26) Ages 5 & under
Hands on playtime for children to develop social, science, & motor skills. Ages 0-5 Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11:00am to 11:30am (except 12/3,12/24-1/2, 1/16, & 2/11)
Join us for a few laps around the library! Ages 18+ Tuesdays & Fridays at 8:30am
Love playdoh but hate the mess it leaves? Worry not! Drop in for weekly themed playdoh play! Fridays from 10:30am to 11:30am December 13th through February 21st Ages 3-5
Come join us for an exciting event all about motion and force! Get ready to learn through hands-on activities and experiments that will make science come alive. Register beginning 11/25. Ages 6-11 Ashley River: Mon, December 9th 3:30-4:30PM (Register Online Here!) 2824 Bacons Bridge Rd, Summerville, SC North Charleston: Thur, December 12th 3:30-4:30PM (Register Online […]
Take some You Time & spend it relaxing & making a seasonal craft! Registration required! Ages 18+ Saturdays at 10:30am December 14: DIY Mug Cozy (Register beginning 12/1) Register Online Here! January 4: Wine Cork Craft (Register beginning 12/15) Register Online Here! February 1: Heart Art. (Register beginning 1/15) Register Online Here!
Preschool drop-in hour of socialization and free play. Various toys and activities will be provided for little ones to explore, build, and play as they meet new friends! Age 5 & under Saturdays 10:30 - 11:30am 12/14 - 12/21 & 1/4 - 2/22
Join others who are searching for and finding their families all around the world. Ages 18+ Thursdays and Saturdays from 1-3PM. December 14, January 11 & 23, February 8 & 27
Time to relax with some down-home comfort food. Registration required. Ages 18+ Sundays at 2pm December 15: Chicken Pot Pie (Register beginning 12/1) Register online here! January 5: Cinnamon Rolls (Register beginning 12/15) Register online here! February 2: Upside-Down Fruit Pastries (Register beginning 1/15) Register online here!
Spend a relaxing afternoon with fellow craft enthusiasts! Bring your current project or use the materials provided to start something new. All skill levels welcome. Ages 18+ Sundays at 2pm December 15 & February 9
Dogs are great listeners! Practice your reading skills with a certified therapy dog from Alliance of Therapy Dogs. Bring your favorite book or pick one from our collection! Up to 2 family members can sign up per time slot. Ages 6-11 Mondays from 3:30-4:30pm December 2 (Registration opens 11/15) Register online here! December 16 (Registration […]
Come join us for an exciting event full of hands-on activities and experiments. Test your knowledge of motion and force in a fun and interactive way! This event is perfect for anyone who loves science and enjoys a good challenge. Register beginning 12/2. Ages 12-18 North Charleston: Mon, December 16th 3:30-4:30PM (Register Online Here!) 8620 […]
Support Group for Caregivers. Ages 18+ Mondays at 6 pm; Dec. 16, Jan. 27; Feb. 24
Join us for a few laps around the library! Ages 18+ Tuesdays & Fridays at 8:30am
Age-specific storytime with songs & rhymes for children and their caregivers. Ages 0-3 Tuesdays, 10:30am to 11am (except 12/24 & 12/31)
Learn literacy tips, lap bounces, and songs you sing at home while connecting with other caregivers of babies! Tuesdays at 10:30am, December 10th through February 18 (except 12/24) Ages 2 & under
Drop in & help complete a new puzzle each week! New Puzzle Every Wednesday All ages!
A language enrichment storytime program for caregivers and their babies. Learn new bounces and rhymes you can do at home! Ages 2 & under Wednesdays at 10:30am 12/11 - 12/18 & 1/8 - 2/19
Build early literacy skills by listening to stories and singing interactive songs. Ages 0-5 Thursdays, 10:30am to 11am (except except 12/26 & 1/2)
Enjoy storytime with songs, books, fingerplays, and early literacy skills! Feel free to stay and play afterward. Thursdays at 10:30am December 12th through February 20 (except 12/26) Ages 5 & under
Hands on playtime for children to develop social, science, & motor skills. Ages 0-5 Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11:00am to 11:30am (except 12/3,12/24-1/2, 1/16, & 2/11)
Join us for a few laps around the library! Ages 18+ Tuesdays & Fridays at 8:30am
Love playdoh but hate the mess it leaves? Worry not! Drop in for weekly themed playdoh play! Fridays from 10:30am to 11:30am December 13th through February 21st Ages 3-5
Come join us for an exciting event full of hands-on activities and experiments. Test your knowledge of motion and force in a fun and interactive way! This event is perfect for anyone who loves science and enjoys a good challenge. Register beginning 12/2. Ages 12-18 North Charleston: Mon, December 16th 3:30-4:30PM (Register Online Here!) 8620 […]
Preschool drop-in hour of socialization and free play. Various toys and activities will be provided for little ones to explore, build, and play as they meet new friends! Age 5 & under Saturdays 10:30 - 11:30am 12/14 - 12/21 & 1/4 - 2/22
Set out on a Culinary Adventure! Each month, pick a recipe from the Displayed Recipe Book at our branch; cook it; & bring it to share at the monthly Potluck! Registration required. Ages 18+ Saturdays at 1pm December 21 (Register beginning 12/1) Register online here! January 18 (Register beginning 1/1) Register online here! February 15 […]
Join other gamers for a chance to chat, hang out, and (of course) play video and board games! Ages 12 to 18 Sundays; 12/22, 1/5, 1/19, 2/2, 2/16, 2:30 - 4:00pm
We will be closed beginning at 5:00PM on Monday, December 23, and will remain closed December 24, 25, & 26. Libraries will reopen on Friday, December 27 at 10am.
We will be closed beginning at 5:00PM on Monday, December 23, and will remain closed December 24, 25, & 26. Libraries will reopen on Friday, December 27 at 10am.
We will be closed beginning at 5:00PM on Monday, December 23, and will remain closed December 24, 25, & 26. Libraries will reopen on Friday, December 27 at 10am.
We will be closed beginning at 5:00PM on Monday, December 23, and will remain closed December 24, 25, & 26. Libraries will reopen on Friday, December 27 at 10am.
Join us for a few laps around the library! Ages 18+ Tuesdays & Fridays at 8:30am
Love playdoh but hate the mess it leaves? Worry not! Drop in for weekly themed playdoh play! Fridays from 10:30am to 11:30am December 13th through February 21st Ages 3-5
Simple baking for youngsters. Registration required. Ages 6-10 Saturdays at 11am December 28: Brownies (Register beginning 12/15) Register online here! January 25: Blondies (Register beginning 1/15) Register online here! February 22: Doughnuts. (Register beginning 2/15) Register online here!
Come join us for a morning of STEM engineering activities! This event is perfect for families looking to bond over exciting science, technology, engineering, and math challenges. Get ready to unleash your creativity and problem-solving skills with hands-on experiments and projects. All Ages Ashley River: December 28 from 11:00am to 12:00pm 2824 Bacons Bridge Rd, […]
Enjoy a New-Years-Style party with your family as we count down to noon! We'll make a craft, set resolutions, listen to a story, and then the "ball will drop" at 12:00pm! (Register beginning 12/16) Register online here! Ages 5 & under (and their families) Monday, December 30th from 11am to 12pm
This hands-on experience will engage their creativity and problem-solving skills. Let them unleash their inner scientist as they build, stack, and play with different types of blocks. Register beginning 12/16. Ages 3-5 Summerville: Mon, December 30th 11:00-12:00PM (Register Online Here!) 76 Old Trolley Rd, Summerville, SC North Charleston: Thur, January 2nd 10:30-11:30AM (Register Online Here!) […]
Learn literacy tips, lap bounces, and songs you sing at home while connecting with other caregivers of babies! Tuesdays at 10:30am, December 10th through February 18 (except 12/24) Ages 2 & under
*CANCELED* Enjoy video games and snacks. Registration begins 12/23. Ages 7-17 Tuesday, December 31 at 2pm
Build, create, and play with LEGO toys at a drop-in focused on literacy challenges and STEM. Tuesdays from 4pm to 5pm December 10th through February 18th (except 12/24) Ages 6-11
In Observance of New Year's Day, all Dorchester County Library locations and book drops will be closed.
Start the new year with brisk walks on the nature path circling the Ashley River branch. Fitness walks for senior adults, ages 50+, will meet every Thursday, weather permitting. The first meeting is on January 2nd (by the main entrance) Thursdays from 10am to 10:30am
Enjoy storytime with songs, books, fingerplays, and early literacy skills! Feel free to stay and play afterward. Thursdays at 10:30am December 12th through February 20 (except 12/26) Ages 5 & under
This hands-on experience will engage their creativity and problem-solving skills. Let them unleash their inner scientist as they build, stack, and play with different types of blocks. Register beginning 12/16. Ages 3-5 Summerville: Mon, December 30th 11:00-12:00PM (Register Online Here!) 76 Old Trolley Rd, Summerville, SC North Charleston: Thur, January 2nd 10:30-11:30AM (Register Online Here!) […]
Join us for a few laps around the library! Ages 18+ Tuesdays & Fridays at 8:30am
Love playdoh but hate the mess it leaves? Worry not! Drop in for weekly themed playdoh play! Fridays from 10:30am to 11:30am December 13th through February 21st Ages 3-5
This hands-on experience will engage their creativity and problem-solving skills. Let them unleash their inner scientist as they build, stack, and play with different types of blocks. Register beginning 12/16. Ages 3-5 Summerville: Mon, December 30th 11:00-12:00PM (Register Online Here!) 76 Old Trolley Rd, Summerville, SC North Charleston: Thur, January 2nd 10:30-11:30AM (Register Online Here!) […]
Take some You Time & spend it relaxing & making a seasonal craft! Registration required! Ages 18+ Saturdays at 10:30am December 14: DIY Mug Cozy (Register beginning 12/1) Register Online Here! January 4: Wine Cork Craft (Register beginning 12/15) Register Online Here! February 1: Heart Art. (Register beginning 1/15) Register Online Here!
Preschool drop-in hour of socialization and free play. Various toys and activities will be provided for little ones to explore, build, and play as they meet new friends! Age 5 & under Saturdays 10:30 - 11:30am 12/14 - 12/21 & 1/4 - 2/22
July 6th, 2024: 11am - 1pm -Featured Artist(s): Waverly Brown & Molly Leech -Art goes up on May 31 & Taken down on August 1 September 7th, 2024: 11am - 1pm -Featured Artist(s): Amy Keston & Sharon Mills -Art goes up on August 1 & Taken down on September 30 November 2nd, 2024: 11am - […]
Time to relax with some down-home comfort food. Registration required. Ages 18+ Sundays at 2pm December 15: Chicken Pot Pie (Register beginning 12/1) Register online here! January 5: Cinnamon Rolls (Register beginning 12/15) Register online here! February 2: Upside-Down Fruit Pastries (Register beginning 1/15) Register online here!
Join other gamers for a chance to chat, hang out, and (of course) play video and board games! Ages 12 to 18 Sundays; 12/22, 1/5, 1/19, 2/2, 2/16, 2:30 - 4:00pm
Is there a show you love? A podcast you want everyone to hear? Join in for a "media share" where we'll leave with new ideas and suggestions. Ages 12 to 18 Sunday, January 5th from 3pm to 4pm