CHARLESTON, S.C. – The Charleston County Public Library (CCPL) and Lowcountry Food Bank (LFB) are hosting free produce giveaways outside three library locations. Each participant will be given approximately 15 pounds of fresh produce. This is expected to include apples, potatoes, bananas, grapes and cherry tomatoes.
“We know our libraries serve families that experience barriers accessing fresh and affordable produce,” said Associate Director of Community Engagement Devon Andrews. “We are thankful to partner with the Lowcountry Food Bank and host Pop-Up Produce events as part of our effort to build healthier communities across Charleston County.”
The Pop-Up Produce events are taking place at the following dates and locations:
- Wednesday, March 17 from 2-3 p.m. at the Cooper River Memorial Library, 3503 Rivers Avenue, North Charleston
- Thursday, March 18 from 10-11 a.m. at the St. Paul’s Hollywood Library, 5130 Hwy 165, Hollywood
- Friday, March 26 from 10-11 a.m. at the McClellanville Library, 222 Baker Street, McClellanville
- Wednesday, March 31 from 2-3 p.m. at the Cooper River Memorial Library, 3503 Rivers Avenue, North Charleston
- Monday, April 5 from 10-11 a.m. at the St. Paul’s Hollywood Library, 5130 Hwy 165, Hollywood
- Monday, April 19 at 1 p.m. at the John L. Dart Library, 1067 King Street, Charleston
- Wednesday, May 5 at 10 a.m. at the Dorchester Road Library, 6325 Dorchester Road, North Charleston
No registration is required and produce will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. The drive-thru giveaway is a no-contact event and a produce box will be placed directly into the participants’ cars.
For more information, visit ccpl.org, contact your local library branch, or connect with the library on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.