The earliest recorded performances of drama, dance, and opera in Charleston occurred during the late winter of 1735, when a group of thespians advertised a brief series of ticketed events at a familiar venue. Their stage was a multipurpose room...
Charleston County Public Library (CCPL) is in the process of developing a new strategic plan which will span 2025-2030. We want to hear from you! We're gathering feedback that will help us plan programs and services and help shape the future of our...
Join the Charleston County Public Library in celebrating LGBTQIA+ Pride Month throughout the month of June 2024! We welcome you to visit our library branches to explore displays, check out books, learn about local resources and more.
Pride Month is...
Embark on a musical adventure with Nathalia! Join CCPL for a FREE performance at participating branches and enjoy an interactive bilingual musical journey where families can sing, dance, and learn Spanish together!
Performance Schedule:
Gather your friends and join us for an exciting laser tag adventure at the library! This FREE thrilling event is guaranteed to be a blast!
For students in grades 6-12. Registration and waivers are required. To register or learn more, contact your...
Join CCPL and MUSC at select branches for water safety programs. Learn how to keep your family safe in and around water.
Charlestonians got their first taste of Hawaiian culture in December 1901, when a band of Pacific Islanders came to represent the newly-acquired territory at the South Carolina Inter-State and West Indian Exposition. Local audiences were entranced...
Charleston County Public Library and Blue Bicycle Books present the official book launch event for Shipwrecked, the new high-stakes adventure in the nationally bestselling young readers series, The Islanders. Join co-authors Mary Alice Monroe and Ang...
For kids in grades 4 – 5. Join CCPL and MUSC at select branches to learn hands-only CPR and how to use an
AED for FREE. Please note this is not a certification class.
Workshop Schedule:
Dive into family fun and creativity with Piccolo Spoleto event two library branches! Events are free, but registration or tickets are required for ALL event, due to limited space.
Artist Workshop with Karen Jayne
Craft 3D nature art with wire...