CHARLESTON, S.C. - Get ready for the holidays with plenty of festive events and activities with your local library!
We know 2020 has been a wild ride, and it might be tough to get into the holiday spirit. But we're working to change that with some great virtual programs and events to help you enjoy the holidays however you decide to celebrate them. We have fun crafts, a great play, an entire day of holiday-themed programs on Christmas Day, and more!
There's always taking a walk or car ride through your neighborhood to look at how everyone has decorated their houses! And don't forget to come back to the CCPL website on Christmas Eve to keep an eye on Santa's travels. We've teamed up with NORAD to help keep an eye on his sleigh and reindeer as he travels around the globe.
Here's what we have lined up this month. Jump over to our Facebook page to join in the fun!
Monday, Dec. 14 at 11 a.m. - Salt Dough Ornaments with Miss Emily
Miss Emily will walk us through how to make salt dough ornaments and explain some of the science behind it.
Tuesday, Dec. 15 at 11 a.m. - December Decorations: Recycled Gift Wrap with Liz and Sally
Visit Miss Sally and Miss Liz in their Winter Workshop as they teach us how to make homemade wrapping paper!
Thursday, Dec. 17 - All Day Holiday Read Aloud Marathon with CCPL
We have a special holiday program starting at 10 a.m. and every hour after that until virtual trivia starts at 8 p.m. We'll start the day at the Gibbes Museum for storytime, and fill the morning with read alongs. We'll learn about a Zamboni during Virtual Vehicles at 2 p.m., and make craftss after that. And even trivia will be holiday-themed!
Friday, Dec. 18 at 10 a.m. - Porkchop Productions presents Holly and the Secret Santa
What do you get Santa Claus for Christmas? Find out when Holly the Elf must come up with a present that is perfectly perfect! This fast-paced performance puts Holly, and her imagination, to the test as she races against the clock to come up with a gift for the man who gives so much to so many. This original tale, in our “Holly the Elf” series, features a cast of zany characters, loads of laughs, and teaches the important lesson that the best gifts are the ones that come from the heart!
Friday, Dec. 18 at 7 p.m. - Charleston Time Machine
Step back in time with Dr. Nic Butler and the Charleston Time Machine podcast. This week, Nic will explain how Christmas, pirates, and Charleston are connected with the story of The Christmas Treasure of 1744.
Saturday, Dec. 19 at 3 p.m. - North Pole Escape Room
A snowstorm has knocked out the power at the North Pole. Rush to get the power back on before Christmas is cancelled!
Monday, Dec. 21 at 11 a.m. - The Wando Wondermakers presents "The First Day of Winter"
Enjoy a live action re-enactment of Denise Fleming's "The First Day of Winter." This cumulative tale will have children chanting along as they discover all the trimmings needed for the most perfect snowman ever!
Monday, Dec. 21 at 7 p.m. - Junior Chef Holiday Special: Santa Hat Cookies
Learn how to cook, measure, and mix no-bake and microwave-only dishes in our Jr. Chef series. Join us for a special holiday edition where we create a Santa approved dessert.
Tuesday, Dec. 22 at 11 a.m. - December Decorations: Garland with Liz and Sally
Join Miss Liz and Miss Sally to craft your own garlands to decorate at home.
Wednesday, Dec. 23 at 3 p.m. - ENCORE! Porkchop Productions presents Holly and the Secret Santa
What do you get Santa Claus for Christmas? Find out when Holly the Elf must come up with a present that is perfectly perfect! This fast-paced performance puts Holly, and her imagination, to the test as she races against the clock to come up with a gift for the man who gives so much to so many. This original tale, in our “Holly the Elf” series, features a cast of zany characters, loads of laughs, and teaches the important lesson that the best gifts are the ones that come from the heart!
Wednesday, Dec. 23 at 7 p.m. - Charleston Concert Band Performance
Who's in the mood for some Christmas tunes? Enjoy the sounds of the season with these special performances from the Charleston Concert Band.
Thursday, Dec. 24 at 1 p.m. - Christmas Eve! - The Little Dickens Carolers
Nothing says Christmas like music! Enjoy listening to these young a cappella Dickens-era carolers as they spread holiday cheer through song in this virtual concert.
Thursday, Dec. 24 at 3 p.m. - Christmas Eve! - CCPL Staff Winter Storytime
Join some of your favorite CCPL librarians for a Christmas Eve storytime read along with the perfect book for the holidays. What book? Guess you'll have to tune in to find out!
Thursday, Dec. 24 at 5 p.m. - Christmas Eve! - Special Santa Storytime with Devon and Jackie
We've worked really hard this year to be extra good so that we could set up a special Christmas storytime for you - and our wish came true! Santa is making a special stop at CCPL for a fun storytime on Christmas Eve! It's the perfect way to end an exciting day and send the kids to bed because when storytime ends, Santa has to hop back in his sleigh and get those deliveries done!
Friday, Dec. 25 - Christmas Day! - All Day Holiday Read Aloud Marathon with CCPL
We have a special holiday program starting at 10 a.m. and every hour after that until 5 p.m. Miss Erika at Wando will kick off the day, and we'll have a fun read along every hour throughout the day.