CCPL Calendar of Events

All Libraries Closed

November 11

for Veterans Day

November 24 - 25 for Thanksgiving

Charleston County Public Library

68 Calhoun Street Charleston SC 29401

(843) 805-6930

www.ccpl.org

Charleston County Public Library

NOV. 2016

CCPL Events are FREE and open to the public.

TUESDAYS, NOVEMBER 1 AND 15 Reading with Rommie (ages 11 and younger) James Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Share books with a furry friend.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 1 Nature Masks Craft Cooper River Memorial Library at 10:30 a.m. Join a master gardener, and make a cool mask. Full STEAM Ahead: Pumpkinpalooza Main Library at 3:30 p.m. Explore pumpkins through taste, touch and sight. Afterschool Cool: Toy Makers (ages 4-11) Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Learn how to make a kendama and other toys.

WEDNESDAYS, NOVEMBER 2, 9, 16 AND 30 Game On! Main Library from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Challenge family and friends to a variety of fun games.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3 Festifall Otranto Road Regional Library at 10:30 a.m. Celebrate fall with activities, crafts and stories. Candy Sushi Main Library at 3:30 p.m. Prizes awarded to inventors of the best sushi creations.

THURSDAYS, NOVEMBER 3, 10 AND 17 Game On (ages 10-18) John L. Dart Library from 3:30-5 p.m. Play board games and interactive video games.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5 DIY Crafts with Ms. Grace Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 10 a.m. Create fun paper and felt projects. Play with Dad: Saturday Stories James Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Share stories with a favorite loved one. Turkey Pinecone Craft (ages 11 and younger) Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 10:30 a.m. Make a turkey pinecone to decorate your house. Baby Playtime (0-24 months with caregiver) Mt. Pleasant Regional Library at 10:30 a.m. Encourage the joy of play. STAR Therapy Dogs Village Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Read a book to a furry friend. Apple Tree ABC McClellanville Branch Library at 11 a.m. Enjoy a matching game and apple fun.

Saturday STEAM: American Indian Quilts Otranto Road Regional Library from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Celebrate American Indian Heritage Month with a STEAM craft based on American Indian quilts. Play Day: Victory with Veterans Edisto Branch Library at 11:30 a.m. Meet a real soldier, and learn about life in the military.

Chess Club (ages 9 and older) John L. Dart Library from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Learn chess, and play with others. Registration required; call 843-722-7550 to register.

Library Reel (ages 11 and younger) Dorchester Road Regional Library at 12:30 p.m. Goosebumps. Rated PG; 103 minutes. Arts and Crafts with Ms. Grace Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 1:30-3 p.m. Craft with help from Ms. Grace. Fun with Legos West Ashley Branch Library at 2 p.m. We supply the Legos, and you create the masterpiece. Pete the Cat Craft Cooper River Memorial Library at 3 p.m. Create a Pete the Cat popsicle puppet.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 7 Afterschool Club (ages 6-11) Cooper River Memorial Library at 3 p.m. Experience art activities, music and movement. STEAM Toy Showcase Otranto Road Regional Library from 3:30-5 p.m. Try out popular STEAM toys.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8 Reel Heroes and She-roes Cooper River Memorial Library at 10:30 a.m. Zootopia. Rated PG; 108 minutes.

Author Encounter: Kiera Clarke and Holt Clarke John L. Dart Library at 2 p.m. Join local authors Holt Clark and his eight-year old daughter Kiera to learn the process of writing, and be inspired to tap into your creativity. Election Day Movie Mt. Pleasant Regional Library at 2 p.m. The Jungle Book (2016). Rated PG; 106 minutes. Afterschool Cool: Fingerprint Art Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Use stamp pads and fingerprints to create cool art.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9 Cuentos y Canciones Dorchester Road Regional Library at 10:30 a.m. Enjoy stories and songs in English and Spanish. For children of all ages and their parents. Para niños de todas las edades y sus padres. Art Pot Children's Theater presents Pinoclia Dorchester Road Regional Library at 6 p.m. Enjoy a theatrical bilingual adaptation of Pinocchio in Spanish and English.

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10 Read with Rommie and Friends Main Library at 3:30 p.m. Share books with a furry friend.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12 Veterans Day (all day) John’s Island Regional Library Create thank you postcards to send to veterans through the A Million Thanks Program. Moving Paper Fish (ages 11 and younger) James Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Make colorful fish out of construction paper. STAR Therapy Dogs (ages 11 and younger) Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 10:30 a.m. Share books with a furry friend. Second Saturday Storytime Mt. Pleasant Regional Library at 10:30 a.m. Listen to stories, sing songs, and make a craft. STAR Therapy Dogs Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Share books with a furry friend. Thanksgiving Turkey Craft Village Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Express thankfulness, and create a turkey craft. Bike Rodeo and Safety Event (families) John L. Dart Library from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Learn safe biking tips, and experience interactive community exhibits inside and outside the library. Attendees must bring a bicycle to use the obstacle course, and children younger than 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Saturday Movie and Craft Folly Beach Library at 11 a.m. Watch Zootopia, eat popcorn, and make a fun craft.

Autumn Colors McClellanville Branch Library at 11 a.m. Get crafty with autumn colors.

Saturday STEAM: Tlingit Art and Shapes Otranto Road Regional Library from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Celebrate American Indian Heritage Month with a STEAM and Tlingit-inspired craft. Fall Foliage Fun Edisto Branch Library at 11:30 a.m. Collect foliage, and make decorations. Library Reel (ages 11 and younger) Dorchester Road Regional Library at 12:30 p.m. Angry Birds. Rated PG; 97 minutes. Build with K’Nex and Legos (grades K-5) John L. Dart Library at 1 p.m. Build something from the challenge list, or make your own creation. Saturday Movie: Angry Birds John’s Island Regional Library at 2 p.m. Sponsored by The UPS Store on John's Island. Reel Heroes and She-roes Cooper River Memorial Library at 3 p.m. The Jungle Book. Rated PG; 106 minutes.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14 Afterschool Club (ages 6-11) Cooper River Memorial Library at 3 p.m. Experience cool toys, art activities, music and movement.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15 Movie and Munchies Main Library at 3:30 p.m. Angry Birds. Rated PG; 97 minutes. Green Thumbs: Tri-County Clemson Master Gardeners Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Learn about nature, and make something cool.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16 iPad Movie Making (ages 9-12) John’s Island Regional Library from 3-4 p.m. Learn how to make short films with apps, iPads and iPhones. Celebrate Native American History Month (grades K-5) John L. Dart Library at 3:30 p.m. Join Ranger Sarah from the National Parks Service for a reading of The First South Carolinians, learn about Native Americans in S.C., and make a craft.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17 Crafternoon: Travel Games Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 3 p.m. Make travel games to entertain yourself on long car rides. Green Thumbs: Tri-County Clemson Master Gardeners Main Library at 3:30 p.m. Make a craft to bring the outdoors inside. Passport to Ethiopia Otranto Road Regional Library at 3:30 p.m. Experience a different culture through games, stories, crafts and recipes without leaving town.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19 International Games Day (ages 12 and younger) John’s Island Regional Library all day Play board games, card games and computer games. International Games Day West Ashley Branch Library from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Have fun, and play cards and board games. Saturday Stories James Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Share stories with a favorite loved one. Saturday Stories and Craft (ages 11 and younger) Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 10:30 a.m. Make a cool craft to take home. Travel Games Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Make travel games to entertain yourself on long car rides. STAR Therapy Dogs Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Read to a furry friend – the best listeners in the world.

DIY Arts and Crafts with Ms. Grace Otranto Road Regional Library at 11 a.m. Being crafty and creative is easier than you think.

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Life-Size Candy Land Main Library at 11 a.m. Move around the life-size version of the classic game. Stuff the Turkey McClellanville Branch Library at 11 a.m. Enjoy Thanksgiving games and recipes. Thanksgiving Anticipation Edisto Branch Library at 11:30 a.m. Listen to a Thanksgiving story, and make a craft. Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Saturday John L. Dart Library at 1 p.m. Get crafty during a carpentry workshop. Saturday Movie West Ashley Branch Library at 2 p.m. The Lego Movie. Rated PG; 101 minutes. Reel Heroes and She-roes Cooper River Memorial Library at 3 p.m. Angry Birds. Rated PG; 97 minutes.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 21 Monday Movie John L. Dart Library at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Angry Birds. Rated PG; 97 minutes. Afterschool Club (ages 6-11) Cooper River Memorial Library at 3 p.m. Experience art activities, music and movement. Fantastic Beasts…Where to Find Them Otranto Road Regional Library at 3:30 p.m. Learn about mysterious creatures from around the world through activities and a craft.

Drum Circle (families) John L. Dart Library at 4:30 p.m. Listen to African drumming, and join a drum circle with Ms. Nina and Deninufay African Dance Company.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22 Reel Heroes and She-roes Cooper River Memorial Library at 10:30 a.m. Angry Birds. Rated PG; 97 minutes. Tuesday Movie John L. Dart Library at 12 p.m. Alice Through the Looking Glass. Rated PG; 113 minutes. Fall Break Movie Mt. Pleasant Regional Library at 2 p.m. Angry Birds. Rated PG; 97 minutes. Unplugged Family Afternoon John L. Dart Library from 2-5 p.m. Enjoy board games and some family time. Afterschool Cool: Magic Tree House Club Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Activities and crafts based on Thanksgiving on Thursday from the popular series.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23 Unplugged Family Afternoon John L. Dart Library from 2-5 p.m. Play board games and puzzles, and enjoy important learning opportunities as a family.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 26 ArtLab (ages 11 and younger) Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 10:30 a.m. Experiment and play with art. Button Ornaments Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Stack buttons to make a snowman, Santa or Christmas tree ornament. Edisto Christmas Parade Sign Up and Preparations Edisto Branch Library at 11 a.m. Sign up, and help make preparations to be in the parade. Dear Santa McClellanville Branch Library at 11 a.m. Write a letter to Santa, and make a holiday craft. Cinema Saturday (ages 5-11) John L. Dart Library at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. The Jungle Book. Rated PG; 111 minutes. Library Reel Dorchester Road Regional Library at 12:30 p.m. Ratatouille. Rated G; 111 minutes. Meet Pete the Cat John’s Island Regional Library at 2 p.m. Enjoy stories, activities and a special appearance by the coolest cat around.

Lego Club (ages 4-11) Mt. Pleasant Library from 2-3:30 p.m. Build with library Legos.

Unplugged Family Afternoon John L. Dart Library from 2-5 p.m. Play board games and puzzles, and enjoy important learning opportunities as a family. Reel Heroes and She-roes Cooper River Memorial Library at 3 p.m. Adventures in Babysitting. Rated G; 95 minutes.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 28 Afterschool Club (ages 6-11) Cooper River Memorial Library at 3 p.m. Experience art activities, music and movement.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29 Pete the Cat’s Rockin’ Party - Cooper River Library at 10:30 a.m. - Hurd/St. Andrews Library at 4 p.m. Enjoy stories, activities and a special appearance by the coolest cat around.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 30 Pete the Cat’s Rockin’ Party - John L. Dart Library at 10:30 a.m. - Main Library at 1 p.m. Enjoy stories, activities and a special appearance by the coolest cat around.

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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 1 Teen Movie Time John’s Island Regional Library from 3:30-5:15 p.m. 10 Cloverfield Lane. Rated PG-13; 105 minutes.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2 Find Your Scholarship (teens and parents) John L. Dart Library from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Learn how to apply for local and national scholarships. Teen Advisory Board Meeting/ Wired Wednesday Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Discuss future library programs with other teens. YA Movie Time Otranto Road Regional Library from 4-5:30 p.m. The Big Green. Rated PG; 96 minutes.

THURSDAYS, NOVEMBER 3, 10 AND 17 Game On (ages 10-18) John L. Dart Library from 3:30-5 p.m. Play board games and interactive video games.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3 Teen Wii Time John’s Island Regional Library from 3:30-5 p.m. Play Wii games in the auditorium.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5 Club Anime! John’s Island Library from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Bring a pillow for a five-hour anime-a-thon.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 7 TeenSpot Theater Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Warcraft. Rated PG-13; 123 minutes.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8 Fall Concert Special Village Branch Library at 11 a.m. Join musician Roger Bellow for a performance of favorite songs with audience participation. Tuesday Movie Cooper River Memorial Library at 1 p.m. Batman v Superman. Rated PG-13; 151 minutes. Cookies, Cocoa and Comedy Movies Dorchester Road Regional Library from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Vote on a comedy to watch, then enjoy some snacks.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9 Wednesday Movie John L. Dart Library at 3:30 p.m. Kingsglaive Final Fantasy XV. Rated PG-13; 110 minutes. TeenSpot Wired Wednesday Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Do homework, play computer games, or just chat with friends during an open technology lab.

Family Feud Tournament (grades 5-12) Otranto Road Regional Library from 4-5 p.m. Join other tweens and teens in a fun competition.

THURSDAYS, NOVEMBER 10 AND 17 Teen Café Main Library, Teen Lounge from 3:30-5 p.m. Enjoy snacks and games after school.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11 YALLFest Red Carpet Preview Main Library, Teen Lounge from 4-6 p.m. See Courtney Summers, Libba Bray, Jay Asher, Sarah Dessen, Ruta Sepetys and Renee Ahdieh walk the red carpet and participate in a panel discussion moderated by Brendan Reichs. Reservations for this popular annual event are required; call 843-805-6903.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14 TeenSpot Theater Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows. Rated PG-13; 111 minutes. Game Time (grades 5-12) Otranto Road Regional Library from 4-5 p.m. Play Nintendo Wii and board games in the auditorium.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15 DIY: Teepee Treat John L. Dart Library from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Make a delicious treat based on a Native American tradition. Lounge at the Library Dorchester Road Regional Library from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Hang out with friends, and play games. Feel free to bring a snack. Teen Movie Time John’s Island Regional Library from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Barber Shop: The Next Cut. Rated PG-13; 112 minutes. Holiday Jeopardy Otranto Road Regional Library from 4-5 p.m. Test your knowledge.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16 TeenSpot Wired Wednesday Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Do homework, play computer games, or just chat with friends during an open technology lab.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19 YA Movie Dorchester Road Regional Library at 10:30 a.m. Captain America: Civil War. Rated PG-13; 146 minutes. International Games Day (teens and adults) Cooper River Memorial Library at 1 p.m. Play classic board games. Saturday Movie Cooper River Memorial Library at 2:30 p.m. Allegiant. Rated PG-13; 160 minutes.

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THROUGHOUT NOVEMBER Classic Arcade Main Library Punch the pedal of arcade racing games, and view printed circuit boards from 1990s arcade hits.

TUESDAYS, NOVEMBER 1, 8, 15, 22 AND 29 English Conversation Club Dorchester Road Regional Library at 10:30 a.m. Practice speaking English with a small group.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 1 How to Manage Shoulder Pain Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 6 p.m. Learn about the causes of shoulder pain, arthritis management and more during a presentation by orthopedic surgeon Dr. Richard Friedman.

WEDNESDAYS, NOVEMBER 2, 9, 16 AND 30 Knitting on the Edge Folly Beach Library at 6 p.m. Bring a project to work on, and share ideas with others.

WEDNESDAYS, NOVEMBER 2, 9 AND 16 GNU Image Manipulator Program (GIMP) Training I - III Main Library, Second Floor Classroom from 5:30-7:30 p.m. This is the first in a three-part Lynda.com training series on GIMP, a free and open source multi-platform image editing program. Email summersm@ccpl.org to register.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2 Small Business Counseling with SCORE John’s Island Regional Library from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free, confidential counseling for your business. Hamilton Characters in Charleston Main Library at 6:30 p.m. You’ve heard of the hit musical Hamilton. Learn about the history of Hamilton characters in Charleston during a presentation by Andra Watkins, author of Hard to Die.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3 Knit and Purl: A Casual Knitting Group John’s Island Regional Library from 5-6:30 p.m. Bring knitting materials, and knit with fellow crafters.

THURSDAYS, NOVEMBER 3, 10 AND 17 Mah Jongg Nights Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 5:30 p.m. Learn to play American Mah Jongg.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4 Aging Gracefully: From Sit to Fit Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Wear comfortable clothes, and be prepared to participate. Space is limited; RSVP at 843-883-3914 / poe@ccpl.org.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5 Author Encounter: Nadine Johnson (families) John L. Dart Library at 10:30 a.m. Learn tips to help empower children, and discover how local author Nadine Johnson became an entrepreneur and inspirational children’s book author. The first 10 preschool attendees receive a free book. MET Live! in HD: Tristan und Isold by Wagner Main Library at 12 p.m. Estimated running time: 5 hours, 15 minutes. Lowcountry Creative Writers Group Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 1 p.m. Join a group of writers to network and critique. Knit and Stitch Dorchester Road Regional Library at 3 p.m. Bring a project to work on, and share ideas with others.

MONDAYS, NOVEMBER 7, 14, 21 AND 28 Memoir Writing Circle Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Come, write, and share your stories for fun and feedback. Knit and Stitch West Ashley Branch Library at 6:30 p.m. Bring knitting supplies, and knit with friends.

MONDAYS, NOVEMBER 7, 21 AND 28 Affordable Care Act Assistance John’s Island Regional Library from 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sign up for health plans with personalized, expert advice from federally-certified representatives from the Palmetto Project. Call 1-888-998-4646 to schedule an appointment.

MONDAY, NOV. 21 - WEDNESDAY, NOV. 23 Thanksgiving Movie Marathon Main Library, Teen Lounge at 12 p.m. Enjoy a different movie daily.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22 Wii Game On Cooper River Memorial Library at 1 p.m. Don’t miss out on afternoon fun.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23 Wednesday Movie John L. Dart Library at 12 p.m. Warcraft. Rated PG-13; 123 minutes.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 26 Club Anime! John’s Island Regional Library from 3-4:30 p.m. Watch episodes of Noragami.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 28 TeenSpot Theater Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Captain America: Civil War. Rated PG-13; 147 minutes.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 30 DIY Christmas Ornaments Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 4 p.m. Get crafty, and create ornaments.

Learn New Things … Pursue Interests … Be Entertained ...

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 7 The Brothers Bequest: Germans in Charleston, SC - Mt. Pleasant Library from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. - Main Library, Auditorium from 6-7:30 p.m. Join Dr. Robert Alston Jones for a discussion that presents a vivid picture of the lives of 19th-century German immigrants who established "new" lives in "old" Charleston. Dr. Jones is a native Charlestonian and Professor Emeritus of German at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Five Wishes Program Mt. Pleasant Regional Library at 2 p.m. Lutheran Hospice representatives explain Five Wishes’ easy-to-understand documents, which meet S.C. require-ments for an advance directive. Legalize documents with a S.C. Notary Public and witnesses on-site. Prepare for Jobs with Volvo and Mercedes Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Learn how to prepare for employment opportunities, and receive answers to questions about the GED and Work Keys from representatives of Trident Technical College and Charleston Adult Education.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9 Mah Jongg the American Way Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 2-4 p.m. Join other Mah Jongg enthusiasts for a fun afternoon. Five Wishes Program Mt. Pleasant Regional Library at 6 p.m. Receive answers to legal questions from attorney Evan Guthrie, and legalize documents with a S.C. Notary on-site.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10 Opera in Charleston, Part 2: After the Revolutions Main Library, Auditorium at 6 p.m. Join CCPL's historian, Dr. Nic Butler, for a discussion of the players, the venues and the operas heard in Charleston around the turn of the 19th century.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12 MET Live! in HD Main Library at 1 p.m. Don Giovanni by Mozart. Estimated running time: 3 hours, 45 minutes. Second Saturday Writing Critique Group Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Critique and be critiqued by other writers.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14 Affordable Care Act Assistance John’s Island Regional Library from 12:30-4:30 p.m. Sign up for health plans with personalized, expert advice from federally-certified representatives from the Palmetto Project. Call 1-888-998-4646 to schedule an appointment. The Forgotten Pleasure Gardens of Charleston Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 6 p.m. Join CCPL's historian, Dr. Nic Butler, for an illustrated tour of the peninsula's forgotten fashionable gardens from the 1760s to the 1860s. 3-D Object Printing for the Holidays and Beyond Main Library, Second Floor from 6:15-7:15 p.m. Curious hobbyists and entrepreneurs are encouraged to check out a demonstration of software for object creation, filament types for printing and different kinds of printers.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14 (CONT.) Professional Nature Photo Talk Main Library, Auditorium from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Join Eric Horan, a photographer from Beaufort, for a discussion about the art of photography.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17 Black and White Theatre Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library at 12 p.m. Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb. Rated PG; 90 minutes. Introduction to Seeking Grants Main Library, Second Floor from 12-1 p.m. Explore the grants database, learn search functions, and research foundation profiles. Knit and Purl: A Casual Knitting Group (adults) John’s Island Regional Library from 5-6:30 p.m. Bring knitting materials, and knit with fellow crafters. Independent Film Movement: Sea Fog Main Library, Auditorium at 6 p.m. In Korean with English subtitles. Not rated; 111 minutes.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19 Home Ownership Workshop John L. Dart Library at 10:30 a.m. Learn credit and home buying tips. A gas gift card door prize will be awarded to one lucky winner. Let’s Talk About It! Fall Series John’s Island Library from 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Read Emma by Jane Austen, watch the film, and enjoy a lively lecture and discussion led by Dr. Celeste McMaster from Charleston Southern University. Local Living: Make Jewelry with Found Objects Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 12:30 p.m. Reservations required; call 843-883-3914 to register. Saturday Brown Bag Session: Dress for Success Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Participants are encouraged to donate gently used or new clothing for distribution to those in need. Bring a lunch; coffee and dessert are provided. For information 843-849-6161 / MtpReference@ccpl.org. International Games Day Cooper River Memorial Library at 1 p.m. Play classic board games.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 21 Senior Social Hour Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 10-11 a.m. Enjoy coffee and a breakfast treat. Peace Corps Community Information Session Main Library from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Learn about Brian Norris’ experiences in the Peace Corps, and discover opportunities to live, learn and work with a community overseas during a presentation by Charles Portney, Peace Corps regional recruiter.

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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 1 Edisto Book Club Edisto Branch Library at 3 p.m. The Wright Brothers by David McCullough Not Fiction Book Discussion Main Library at 6:30 p.m. Hunger Makes Me a Modern Girl by Carrie Brownstein

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9 Folly Beach Book Club Folly Beach Library at 2:30 p.m. Our Man in Charleston by Christopher Dickey Great Books Discussion Main Library, Meeting Room B at 6:30 p.m. “Rappaccini’s Daughter” by Nathaniel Hawthorne and “Vivisection” by Claude Bernard found in Counterparts. Contact 843-805-6904 for more details.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12 Bring Your Own Book Club St. Paul’s/Hollywood Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. Bring a recent or favorite read, and join the inaugural club meeting. Urban Book Club (adults) Cooper River Memorial Library at 3 p.m. Hold U Down by Keisha Ervin

(CONT.) WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23 Mah Jongg the American Way Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 2-4 p.m. Join other enthusiasts for a fun afternoon.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 28 Caregiver Support Group (adults) Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Meet with others who understand what you’re going through, and receive tips, advice and support. Indie Lens Pop-Up: Meet the Patels (teens and adults) Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 2-3:30 p.m. This true-life romantic comedy explores the influences of culture and identity on the most intense, personal and important part of one's life - love. A brief discussion will follow the film.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29 250th Anniversary of Charleston's First Orchestra Main Library Auditorium at 6 p.m. Join CCPL's historian, Dr. Nic Butler, for an overview of the music, the performers, and the venues of Charleston’s earliest concerts. An Introduction to Yoga and Meditation Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 6:30-8 p.m. Presented by Healing Tree Holistic Health and Yoga; participants are encouraged to bring water and their own mat.

THROUGHOUT NOVEMBER Saul Alexander Gallery Exhibit Main Library Those Around Us by Stuart L. Tessler From fanciful caricatures to realistic likenesses, Tessler’s sculptures depict individual faces, experiences, joy and pain. Tessler’s use of molded clay and carved wood bring “those around us” into a brighter light and inspire a heightened understanding and appreciation of the conditions in which we live. Kiawah Island Photography Club John’s Island Regional Library Observe a display of wildlife, landscapes and scenic photographs captured by Kiawah Photography Club members. Jewelry Display John’s Island Regional Library Examine lead-free and nickel-free fashion jewelry creat-ed by Geri Anderson.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14 Monday Book Discussion Mt. Pleasant Regional Library from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters Most in the End by Atul Gawande

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15 Sea Islands Book Club John’s Island Regional Library at 2 p.m. The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17 Not Fiction Book Discussion West Ashley Branch Library at 11 a.m. Hunger Makes Me a Modern Girl by Carrie Brownstein. Dart After Dark Book Discussion Circle John L. Dart Library at 6:15 p.m. Fracture: Barack Obama, the Clintons, and the Racial Divide by Joy-Ann Reid Book Discussion at Otranto Otranto Road Regional Library from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Circling the Sun: A Novel by Paula McLain

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19 Beach Lovers Book Club Poe/Sullivan’s Island Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. The Warmth of Other Suns by Isabel Wilkerson Adult Book Discussion Dorchester Road Regional Library at 3 p.m. Hurricane Sisters by Dorothea Benton Frank

Baby Storytime (ages 0-24 months with caregiver) Dorchester Road Regional Library Thursdays, November 3, 10 and 17 at 10:30 a.m. John’s Island Regional Library Mondays, November 7, 14, 21 and 28 at 10:30 a.m. Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library Wednesdays, Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 at 10:30 a.m. Thursdays, November 3, 10 and 17 at 10:30 a.m. Main Library Mondays, November 14, 21 and 28 at 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Mt. Pleasant Regional Library Wednesdays, Nov. 2, 9, 16 and 23 at 10:30 a.m. Fridays, November 4 and 18 at 10:30 a.m. Otranto Road Regional Library* Mondays, November 7, 14, 21 and 28 at 10:30 a.m. West Ashley Library Tuesdays, November 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 10:30 a.m. Toddler Storytime (ages 2-3 years with adult) Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library Tuesdays, November 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 10:30 a.m. James Island Library Mondays, November 7, 14, 21 and 28 at 10:30 a.m. John L. Dart Library Thursdays, November 3, 10 and 17 at 10:30 a.m. John’s Island Regional Library Tuesdays, November 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 10:30 a.m. Main Library Tuesdays, November 1, 8, 15 and 22 at 10:30 a.m. Mt. Pleasant Regional Library Tuesdays, November 1, 8, 15 and 22 at 10:30 a.m. Otranto Road Regional Library Tuesdays, November 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 10:30 a.m. Poe/Sullivan’s Island Library Tuesdays, November 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 10:30 a.m.

* Registration required.

Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5 years with adult) Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library Mondays, November 7, 14, 21 and 28 at 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, November 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 11:30 a.m. John L. Dart Library Tuesdays, November 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 10:30 a.m. John’s Island Regional Library Wednesdays, Nov. 2, 9 16, 23 and 30 at 10:30 a.m. Main Library Thursdays, November 3, 10 and 17 at 10:30 a.m. Mt. Pleasant Regional Library Thursdays, November 3, 10 and 17 at 10:30 a.m. Otranto Road Regional Library Wednesdays, Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 at 10:30 a.m. Preschool Zone (ages 3-5 years) Main Library* Wednesdays, November 2, 9, 16 and 23 at 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Family Storytime (all ages) Cooper River Memorial Library Tuesday, November 15 at 10:30 a.m. Dorchester Road Regional Library Tuesdays, November 1, 8, 15 and 22 at 10:30 a.m. Folly Beach Library Mondays, November 7, 14, 21 and 28 at 10:30 a.m. James Island Library Thursdays, November 3, 10 and 17 at 10:30 a.m. Saturdays, November 5 and 19 at 10:30 a.m. Mt. Pleasant Regional Library Saturday, November 12 at 10:30 a.m. West Ashley Library Wednesdays, November 2, 9, 16 and 23 at 10:30 a.m. Village Library Thursdays, November 3, 10 and 17 at 11 a.m.

Staying Safe Online (cont.) John’s Island Regional Library Monday, November 21 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins November 14

Learning How to Code Main Library Wednesday, November 30 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins November 23 PICTURE POINTERS

Managing Your Photos John’s Island Regional Library Tuesday, November 29 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Registration begins November 22 CLOUD STORAGE SOLUTIONS

Introducing Google Drive John’s Island Regional Library Monday, November 28 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins November 21

BASIC OFFICE 2016

Basic Word 2016 Mt. Pleasant Regional Library Thursday, November 3 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Registration begins October 27 Main Library Saturday, November 5 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins October 29 Basic PowerPoint 2016 Mt. Pleasant Regional Library Thursday, November 10 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Registration begins November 3 Main Library Saturday, November 19 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins November 12 Basic Excel 2016 Main Library Saturday, November 12 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration begins November 5 Mt. Pleasant Regional Library Thursday, November 17 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Registration begins November 10

ADVANCED OFFICE 2016

Advanced Word 2016 Main Library Thursday, November 3 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins October 27

Advanced Excel 2016 Main Library Thursday, November 17 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins November 10

COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS

Getting Started with Computers John’s Island Regional Library Tuesday, November 1 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Registration begins October 25 Using the Mouse and Keyboard John’s Island Regional Library Tuesday, November 8 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Registration begins November 1 Working with Windows Main Library Tuesday, November 1 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins October 25 John’s Island Regional Library Tuesday, November 15 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Registration begins November 8 Creating and Organizing Files Main Library Tuesday, November 8 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins November 1 John’s Island Regional Library Tuesday, November 22 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Registration begins November 15 WEB ESSENTIALS Searching the Web Otranto Road Regional Library Tuesday, November 1 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Registration begins October 25 John’s Island Regional Library Monday, November 7 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins October 31 Main Library Tuesday, November 15 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins November 8

Finding Popular Sites and Apps Otranto Road Regional Library Tuesday, November 8 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Registration begins November 1 John’s Island Regional Library Monday, November 14 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins November 7 Main Library Tuesday, November 22 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins November 15

Exploring Email and Contacts Main Library Tuesday, November 29 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Registration begins November 22

Staying Safe Online Otranto Road Regional Library Tuesday, November 15 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Registration begins November 8

Open Computer Lab Join an open computer lab in the auditorium with reference staff on hand to answer questions. Tuesday, November 1 from 2-4 p.m. Mt. Pleasant Regional Library

Facebook 101 Explore the major features of Facebook, like Timelines and the News Feed, and discover how to connect with old friends and make new ones. Review security settings, and learn how to manage friends lists, too. Wednesday, November 2 from 10-11:30 a.m. Main Library, Second Floor Classroom Cable-Free TV Learn about some popular options for viewing shows and movies via the Web, including watching on your PC and connecting Web-enabled devices like Roku and Chromecast to your TV. Friday, November 4 from 2-3:30 p.m. Main Library, Second Floor Classroom

Twitter 101 Learn the ins and outs of Twitter, one of the fastest growing social networking sites. Discover how to read and post tweets, and how to follow friends, celebrities and businesses. Demonstration only.

Wednesday, November 9 from 10-11:30 a.m. Main Library, Second Floor Classroom

No registration required for these demonstrations.

Consumer Searching Online Learn how to make a more informed decision for your next purchase. Discover how to access Consumer Reports online and other web resources to help you find just the right product. Tuesday, November 15 from 2-3 p.m. Mt. Pleasant Regional Library

Pinterest 101 Learn how to use Pinterest to plan a garden, bookmark recipes to try, gather decorating ideas, and more. Learn how to search the site, “pin” and “repin,” create inspiration boards, and follow friends. Wednesday, November 16 from 10-11:30 a.m. Main Library, Second Floor Classroom

Digital Drop-In Do you need a little help with your new laptop, phone or tablet? Would you like to see some popular laptop and tablet options before making a purchase? Drop in and play with our “tech toy box,” or see a Tech Team member for a little assistance. Wednesday, November 16 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Hurd St. Andrews Regional Library

20 Tips for Your Windows 10 Computer Bring your laptop (or come and watch), and take a look at Windows’ newest upgrade. Learn how to customize your settings, explore some of the latest features, and discover some helpful shortcuts. Wednesday, November 16 from 2-3:30 p.m. Hurd St. Andrews Regional Library

WEDNESDAYS, NOVEMBER 2, 9 AND 16 GNU Image Manipulator Program (GIMP) Training I - III Main Library, Second Floor Classroom from 5:30-7:30 p.m. This is the first in a three-part Lynda.com training series on GIMP, a free and open source multi-platform image editing program. Email summersm@ccpl.org to register.

TRAINING

Main: 68 Calhoun Street 29401 (843)805-6930 Mon.-Thur. 9-8; Fri.-Sat. 9-6; Sun. 2-5

Cooper River Memorial: 3503 Rivers Ave. 29405 (843)744-2489 Mon.-Thur. 10-8; Fri.-Sat. 10-6

John L. Dart: 1067 King St. 29403 (843)722-7550 Mon.-Sat. 10-6

Dorchester Road: 6325 Dorchester Rd. 29418 (843)552-6466 Mon.-Thur. 10-8; Fri.-Sat. 10-6

Edisto: 1589 Hwy. 174 29438 (843)869-2355 Mon. 10-6; Tue./Fri. 2-6; Thu. 12-6; Sat. 10-2

Folly Beach: 55 Center St. 29439 (843)588-2001 Mon./Fri. 10-6; Wed. 12-8; 2nd Sat. of month 10-2

Hurd/St. Andrews: 1735 N. Woodmere Dr. 29407 (843)766-2546 Mon.-Thur. 10-8; Fri.-Sat. 10-6 James Island: 1248 Camp Rd. 29412 (843)795-6679 Mon.-Thur. 10-8; Fri.-Sat. 10-6

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Charleston County Public Library

Library Locations and Hours John’s Island: 3531 Maybank Hwy. 29455 (843)559-1945 Mon.-Thur. 10-8; Fri.-Sat. 10-6 McClellanville: 222 Baker St. 29458 (843)887-3699 Mon. 2-6; Tue./Thur.-Fri. 9:30-1 & 2-6; Sat. 9:30-2

Mt. Pleasant: 1133 Mathis Ferry Rd. 29464 (843)849-6161 Mon.-Thur. 10-8; Fri.-Sat. 10-6

Otranto Road: 2261 Otranto Rd. 29406 (843)572-4094 Mon.-Thur. 10-8; Fri.-Sat. 10-6

Poe/Sullivan’s Island: 1921 I’on Ave. 29482 (843)883-3914 Mon./Fri. 10-6; Tue./Sat. 10-2; Thu. 2-8

St. Paul’s/Hollywood: 5151 Town Council Dr. 29449 (843)889-3300 Mon./Tue./Fri. 10-6; Thu. 12-8; Sat. 10-2

Village: 430 Whilden St. 29464 (843)884-9741 Mon./Tue./Fri. 10-6; Thu. 12-8; Sat. 10-2

West Ashley: 45 Windermere Blvd. 29407 (843)766-6635 Mon.-Thur. 10-8; Fri.-Sat. 10-6

Giving Thanks to Our Veterans Mt. Pleasant Regional Library In support of the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center, the following items will be collected for donation: socks; underwear (men’s and ladies’) sizes M-2XL; T-shirts sizes M-3XL; sports bras sizes M-2XL; sweat pants sizes M-3XL; sweat shirts sizes M-3XL; athletic shoes (men’s size 9-13) ladies’ size (7-11); deodorant (men’s and ladies’); body wash (men’s and ladies’ full-size bottles). Please note that all clothing must be new. Contact the Information Desk at 843-849-6161, or email MtpReference@ccpl.org for more information.