CHARLESTON, S.C. - SEWE is taking over the library! Join Charleston County Public Library as we host a collection of Southeastern Wildlife Expo events at our branches during the three-day event focused on celebrating wildlife and nature through fine art, conservation education, sporting demonstrations, food, drink and the people who honor them all.
The largest event of its kind in the US, SEWE makes its home in Charleston, South Carolina and plays host to hundreds of artists and exhibitors, plus experts in wildlife and nature art – all eager to share their art and insights with more than 40,000 attendees.
From crafts to birds to turtles to a history lesson, we've partnered with SEWE to offer something interesting and fun for everyone!
See something you or your kids shouldn't miss? Click through to the event page. From there, you can one-click the event to your personal calendar!
WIN A CHANCE TO MEET JACK HANNA - Children ages 5-11 are invited to showcase their creativity and win a chance to meet famed wildlife expert, TV star, and conservationist Jack Hanna. To be entered to win, children must submit a poster, poem, or essay inspired by the environment, wildlife, or how kids can make a difference in their communities. Three winners will be chosen to go backstage to meet Jack Hanna at his show at the Gaillard Center on Feb. 14 at 2 p.m. Each winner also receives two 3-day general admission passes to SEWE weekend ($100 value). Entries must be received by Feb. 10, 2020 and may be submitted at any CCPL branch or via email to [email protected].
Will You Be My Wildlife Valentine? (grades 6-12)
Throughout February
Locations: Dart, Cooper River, Main, McClellanville, Otranto, Poe/Sullivan's Island, Wando Mount Pleasant, West Ashley
To celebrate the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition, write a love letter or make a valentine for your favorite native creature!
SEWE: Relax with a Jigsaw Puzzle
Throughout February
Location: West Ashley Library
Relax as you work on a SEWE-themed jigsaw puzzle. Put together a few pieces, or finish the entire puzzle to reveal a wildlife or ocean image!
James Island Ocean ActKIDvists
Tuesday, February 11 at 3 p.m.
Location: Baxter-Patrick James Island Library
Join this local environmental conservation group as they discuss litter, single-use plastics, and ways that you can help care for our ocean and beaches. Enjoy making a fun themed-craft, too!
Wild About Turtles
Thursday, Feb. 13 at 10:30 a.m.
Location: John L. Dart Library
Do you love turtles and want to learn more about the conservation of this species? Then join Jordan Grey from the Turtle Survival Alliance as he talks about how this group works to save turtles and tortoises that represent some of the world's critically endangered species. Meet and greet some of these live reptiles, too!
Animal Tracks
Wednesday, February 12 through Saturday, February 15
Location: John L. Dart Library
Spot footprints and outlines of local wildlife around the children's area. Measure and match them for a prize!
SEWE Science: The Case of the Missing Sea Turtle
Friday, February 14 at 10:30 a.m.
Location: Dorchester Road Regional Library
Calling all junior scientific investigators and budding environmentalists! Learn about climate change and work with a team to figure out what has happened to the missing sea turtle. We’ll finish the program by watching some short videos about sea turtles, learning a few fun facts, and discovering how we can help make a difference.
SEWE: Wild About Books Puppet Show
Friday, Feb. 14 at 10:30 a.m.
Location: Main Library
Enjoy a fun puppet show featuring classic animal tales.
SEWE Film Screening: "The Turtle Ladies of Charleston County"
Friday, February 14 at 11 a.m.
Location: Baxter-Patrick James Island Library
SCETV presents “The Turtle Ladies of Charleston County,” narrated by author and turtle lady, Mary Alice Monroe. This documentary tells the story of the dedicated team of women (and a few men) who are making a positive impact on the endangered sea turtle population along the SC coast.
James Island Ocean ActKIDvists
Friday, February 14 at 3 p.m.
Location: Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library
Join this local environmental conservation group as they discuss litter, single-use plastics, and ways that you can help care for our ocean and beaches. Enjoy making a fun themed-craft, too!
Oysters and Our Salt Marshes
Friday, February 14 at 3 p.m.
Location: Wando Mount Pleasant Library
The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources will present a family program to explain the importance of oysters to our salt marshes. Children are invited to dissect an oyster bag.
SEWE: Wild About Turtles
Friday, Feb. 14 at 3:30 p.m.
Location: West Ashley Library
Do you love turtles and want to learn more about the conservation of this species? Then join Jordan Grey from the Turtle Survival Alliance as he talks about how this group works to save turtles and tortoises that represent some of the world's critically endangered species. Meet and greet some of these live reptiles, too!
SEWE Film Screening: "The Turtle Ladies of Charleston County"
Friday, February 14 at 4 p.m.
Location: McClellanville Library
SCETV presents “The Turtle Ladies of Charleston County,” narrated by author and turtle lady, Mary Alice Monroe. This documentary tells the story of the dedicated team of women (and a few men) who are making a positive impact on the endangered sea turtle population along the SC coast.
Macrame Feathers (grades 6-12)
Friday, Feb. 14 and Sat. Feb. 15
Location: Wando Mount Pleasant Library
Wando Mt. Pleasant Library Teen Space
Drop by the Teen Space and learn how to turn cotton cord into a feather keychain just by using simple knots.
Bird-Friendly, Climate-Resilient Communities with SC Audubon
Saturday, February 15 at 10:30 a.m.
Location: Wando Mount Pleasant Library
Human communities are tough on birds. But landscaping with native plants provides the perfect buffet for our feathered friends. There are other ways, too, to welcome wildlife, protect clean water, and make our homes and yards resilient to changing weather patterns. Cities and suburbs cover 10 to 15 percent of South Carolina. Let’s make the places we live more bird friendly, and more people friendly too!
The Rise and Fall of Charleston's Urban Vultures
Saturday, February 15 at 11 a.m.
Location: Main Library
Charleston once hosted numerous "wakes" of black vultures that followed the trail of decaying flesh from the city's abattoirs to the city market to the open air dumps. Join CCPL's historian, Dr. Nic Butler, for a look back at the once-common birds known as "Charleston eagles" and the changes in local culture that ended their reign over the city's skyline.
James Island Ocean ActKIDvists
Saturday, February 15 at 11 a.m.
Location: Otranto Road Regional Library
Join this local environmental conservation group as they discuss litter, single-use plastics, and ways that you can help care for our ocean and beaches. Enjoy making a fun themed-craft, too!
Bird Banding in the Maritime Forest
Saturday, February 15 at 12 p.m.
Location: Poe/Sullivan’s Island Library
Join Sarah Diaz, Sullivan's Island native and local bird expert, to learn about migratory birds that use the maritime forest and how bird banding is used to study and track them. She will also speak about important local conservation efforts and what individuals can do to protect these birds.
SEWE Film Screening: "The Turtle Ladies of Charleston County"
Saturday, February 15 at 2 p.m.
Location: Cooper River Memorial
SCETV presents “The Turtle Ladies of Charleston County,” narrated by author and turtle lady, Mary Alice Monroe. This documentary tells the story of the dedicated team of women (and a few men) who are making a positive impact on the endangered sea turtle population along the SC coast.
SEWE: Wild About Books Puppet Show
Saturday, Feb. 15 at 12 p.m.
Location: McClellanville Library
Enjoy a fun puppet show featuring classic children's animal tales.
SEWE Film Screening: "The Turtle Ladies of Charleston County"
Saturday, February 15 at 2:30 p.m.
Location: Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library
SCETV presents “The Turtle Ladies of Charleston County,” narrated by author and turtle lady, Mary Alice Monroe. This documentary tells the story of the dedicated team of women (and a few men) who are making a positive impact on the endangered sea turtle population along the SC coast.
SEWE Film Screening: "The Turtle Ladies of Charleston County"
Saturday, February 15 at 4:30 p.m.
Location: Otranto Road Regional Library
SCETV presents “The Turtle Ladies of Charleston County,” narrated by author and turtle lady, Mary Alice Monroe. This documentary tells the story of the dedicated team of women (and a few men) who are making a positive impact on the endangered sea turtle population along the SC coast.