BCLS Open Up! Program Catalog_Spring 2018

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LIBRARY CLOSINGS Good Friday Friday, March 30 & Saturday, March 31 Staff Development Wednesday, May 2 Memorial Day Saturday, May 26 & Monday, May 28

What’s Happenin’ The latest news and resources at your library.

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Young Learner’s Toolbox (YLT): About two years ago, the library received a grant to create a place where children with learning, language or communication barriers can obtain an out-of-school, hands-on learning experience. The YLT Learning Lab, located at the Moncks Corner Library, encourages kids to learn through play with multi-sensory toys, learning kits, and digital resources such as iPads and preloaded learning tablets. Families are also able to checkout some of the materials to play and learn at home.

BCLS Connects (formally MiFi30): Thanks to a grant from Google SC, in the summer of 2015 BCLS became the first library to circulate Chromebooks coupled with a WiFi hotspot for a 30-day checkout period. The

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now offers the online learning service, Lynda.com, from the professional social network, LinkedIn. This online learning solution makes learning from industry experts easy and allows users to seamlessly switch between their computer, tablet, or mobile device. See ad on page 7.

BCLS Adds New Items to Collection In April, BCLS will celebrate National Library Week, in honor of the national campaign, “Libraries Transform,” we wanted to share a few ways we have been transforming our services and communities. BCLS has been very busy over the last few years adding new items, special collections, and innovated services for our customers. With an emphasis on removing barriers, many of these collections and services strive to serve our customers in a unique way while also banishing the bias that libraries are just warehouses of books. Here are just a few ways BCLS is transforming:

Education and the Berkeley Chamber of Commerce. In 2017, BCE received another grant to extend the program.

Kids can play freely in the Learning Lab at the Moncks Corner Library and check out various learning materials through the YLT Program.

service is now called BCLS Connects and has been expanded to let customers check out a Chromebook, a WiFi unit, or a kit with both for two weeks.

Launchpads, Preloaded Learning Tablets for Kids: BCLS circulates Playaway Launchpads,

preloaded learning tablets that offer best-selling apps grouped by age and grade level or by subject area such as English language arts, math, and science, all without the need for WiFi.

NEW GoChip Beam: BCLS now has a fun new way to enjoy on-the-go-entertainment with the GoChip Beam. This movie and TV hotspot allows customers to enjoy 15 hours of entertainment (5 movies or 1 whole television season) on one easy-to-use device. Plus they can play on 8 devices at the same time without using WiFi or data. See ad on page 13.

NEW Circulating Board Games: BCLS is really excited to offer a new collection of board games to our customers. Read more about this collection on page 8.

New Launchpad Video: These video tablets are the only pre-loaded tablet featuring favorite movies and popular TV shows for hours of entertainment at home and on the go for kids - and you can now check one out at your library! See ad on page 7.

Berkeley Career Express (BCE): BCE is a program

to assist in providing Digital Literacy and Career Ready Workshops, ACT Soft Skills Courses and Adult Basic Education/General Education Development (GED) in rural areas of Berkeley County. The BCE was jump-started through a September 2016 Google grant with the Friends of the Berkeley County Library, in association with Berkeley County Adult

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Chromebooks and WiFi hotspots are available for BCE participants to checkout and study at home.

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We see the impact that the library has on our community every day. Lately, the library has been bringing in teens by the droves, and often in the mornings, there are people waiting by the door for the library to open.

Judge Whaley (middle) says: Tina’s name is well known at St. Stephen Middle School because her niece often speaks of her and hears other kids speaking well of her.

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Love From Our Staff & Customers

The library has been great about sharing the multipurpose room and many of our customers use library facilities and resources before or after court. I love the cooperation and collaboration that we have with the library. Tina is an awesome partner – warm and inviting, and I doubt that our partnership would work without her. Earl (far right) says: The level of community involvement and outreach from the library is outstanding – I have eaten things there that I never thought I would eat, and the library is responsible for exposing me and the community to new and different things. ~ Members of the St. Stephen Magistrate Court

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This picture is so real to me. As a mobile outreach supervisor, 75% of my job is spent at this desk. This desk, covered in sequins, markers, and sticky glue. And these sweet girls.

I am so humbled and thankful every time I visit this top. I don't always necessarily need to be behind a computer reading emails...sometimes I just need to make a fish out of paper hearts. THIS IS OUTREACH and I love it. ~ Elizabeth, Mobile Library Supervisor

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This is in Hanahan at Hope 4 Kids Afterschool care. The kids come on a few at a time and immediately go straight to the Launchpad tablets. They know to go to Miss. Tharin in the back and give her the tablet they want to use and she sets them up.

They play for a little while before checking out their books. They are always so well behaved and love to show each other the different learning games they are playing.

~ Mobile Library Staff

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A young lady who is very skilled at couponing has been in the Hanahan Library and using the Coupon Corner. She has spent time organizing it which is much appreciated by staff. She also brought copies of her receipts to demonstrate how she is able to be a stay at home mom by couponing. Her receipts over the month totaled just over $500. She spent less than $8.00!! She explained that she does not "hoard" the items but gives away much of it to pet shelters, family and friends in need and homeless shelters. She also volunteered to take our old newspapers to the local pet shelter for lining cages.

~ Karen, Hanahan Library Branch Manager

Share Your Story Has the Library impacted you or your life? We want to hear your story!

Share your story by visiting us online at berkeleylibrarysc.org/email-us or complete a “We’re Listening” card at your BCLS library branch.

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CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES

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TiME @ Your Library

Visit berkeleylibrarysc.org/kids to see all the fun resources just for kids @your library.

Clayton’s Corner Paws for Reading

Easter Egg Hunt

Read to Clayton the therapy dog. This program is designed to help children who are struggling with their reading skills. It encourages children to read by providing a non-judgmental listener. No appointment necessary.

The Easter bunny will lead the children into the library after story time for them to hunt for Easter eggs.

Come listen to stories and dance with friends at Storytime @Your Library.

Storytime is open for all children and incorporates multi-sensory activities.

Goose Creek Library

*No Storytime in May*

Sip and Study

Mondays

Need a quiet place to work on school work?

Do you and your tutor need some extra space? Join us every 2nd and 4th Monday as we make a study worthy space for you. Light snacks will be provided. *Family event*

Sangaree 10:30 - 11 am NEW TIME Daniel Island 10:30 - 11 am & 11 - 11:30 am

Tuesdays

1st and 3rd Thursdays, 3:30 - 4:30 pm *No Clayton’s Corner on May 1*

St. Stephen 10:30 - 11 am Goose Creek 10:30 - 11 am & 11 - 11:30 am NEW TIME

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Homeschool Meetup

Moncks Corner 10:30 - 11 am Hanahan 10:30 - 11 am

Sens ry St rytime Berkeley Citizen's Early Jump Program have teamed up with the YLT program at Moncks Corner Library for Storytime for children with different abilities and their families.

Moncks Corner Library Fridays, March 2, April 6, & May 4 10 - 11 am Tuesdays, March 6, April 3, May 1 2:30 - 3:30 pm For more details on the Young Learner’s Toolbox program and the new Sensory Storytime, visit berkeleylibrarysc.org.

2nd and 4th Mondays, 2:30 - 5 pm

Looking for a place where you can socialize with other homeschool parents while providing a safe place for your elementary school student to explore? Come visit the Goose Creek Library as homeschool students K5 5th explore a monthly theme through crafts, STEM based activities, and other educational opportunities. Themes will be announced on a monthly basis and registration is strongly suggested. Stop by the Goose Creek Library or call 843.572.1376 to register.

Goose Creek Library

Thursday, March 29, 11 am

Pictures with the Easter Bunny Bring the whole family for this special treat.

The Easter Bunny will be hopping into our libraries to meet your little ones and get his picture taken. Professional photos with the Friends of the Library will be available for purchase, $5/page. Or bring your camera and take your own at no charge. All proceeds from this fund raiser will benefit the Berkeley County Library System. To learn more about the Friends, visit them online at berkeleylibrarysc.org/friends. *Family event*

Daniel Island Library

Monday, March 19, 11 am - 12 pm

St. Stephen Library

Tuesday, March 20, 11 am - 12 pm

Hanahan Library

Thursday, March 22, 11 am - 12 pm

Sangaree Library

Monday, March 26, 11 am - 12 pm

Goose Creek Library

Tuesday, March 27, 11 am - 12 pm

Moncks Corner Library

Thursday, March 29, 11 am - 12 pm

2nd and 4th Mondays, 10 - 11:30 am

THE LABORATORY Things are brewing up at the Hanahan Laboratory and we need some extra hands to make STEM projects go as planned. We are looking for 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders who can help us tackle any science tasks that may get asked of us! No need to be a science buff to help us out!

We just need someone willing to have fun!

Hanahan Library Wednesday, March 21, 3 - 4 pm Wednesday, April 18, 3 - 4 pm

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Find Books for Your Lexile® Level Berkeley County School District is now measuring students’ reading levels with Lexile®. BCLS is happy to help a student find books in the library for their Lexile® level. Stop by your library or visit us online at berkeleylibrarysc.org for more information.

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My First Book bags are made possible by generous support and donations from the Friends of the Berkeley County Library and Robert & Judy Schmitt.

2018 Book Award Winners Announced The American Library Association (ALA) announced the top books, video and audio books for children and young adults, including the Caldecott, Coretta Scott King, Newbery and Printz awards, at its Midwinter Meeting in February. See our News page online fore more details.

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FAMILY

Check out all the fun, family events @your library with our new mobile-friendly online calendar.

Gator Mysteries

Pictures with The Easter Bunny

Nothing is more important than being aware of what goes into our bodies. Join us for monthly hands-on cooking classes for the whole family, and take control of your own culinary and health literacy.

Gators: everybody's favorite neighborhood prehistoric monster. You've seen the warning signs around the island, now come get the rest of the gator facts @ your library with Clemson's Thomas Rainwater. How fast are they? What are they eating? Why are they still here after 66,000,000 years? And do they really taste like chicken?

The Easter Bunny is almost ready for his travels around the world, but before he gets to hopping, a visit to the library is in store.

Professional photos will be available for purchase at $5.00 a page, or you can take your own. All proceeds benefit the Friends of the Berkeley County Library System.

St. Stephen Library

Daniel Island Library

Monday, March 19, 11 am - 12 pm

ACTIVITIES Cooking Academy

Spiceology: Infused Oils, Vinegars, and Spice Blends Thursday, March 22, 4:30 pm One Pot Wonders: Easy Dishes for all Budgets Tuesday, April 17, 4:30 pm Once a Month Cooking: Save Time & Money Thursday, May 24, 4:30 pm

Learning Lab Hands-on is the best way to learn, so come and learn with us at our Learning Lab, a monthly program where you can develop new skills that may lead to a new hobby, passion, or even a job!

St. Stephen Library Bookbinding & Journaling Tuesday, March 13, 4:30 pm

Thursday, March 2, 1 - 3 pm

Make-and-Take!

Join us for different crafts that you can make-and-take - all day, while supplies last, at your own pace.

St. Stephen Library

Mother’s Day Crafts Thursday, May 10, 10 am - until

St. Patrick’s Day Craft-in-a-Bag

Monday, March 26, 11 am - 12 pm

Goose Creek Library

Moncks Corner Library

Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt Where did the Easter bunny hide the eggs?

Follow the trail of clues to find the eggs and win a prize!

Lads and Lassies, come make your own Sangaree Library Leprechaun for a bit of St. Paddy's Day luck. Thursday, March 29, all day (While supplies last.)

Hanahan Library

Thursday, March 15, 10 am - until

Hanahan Library

Saturday, March 24, 10 am - 12 pm

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Sangaree Library

Thursday, March 29, 11 am - 12 pm

Paper Mache Bowls Tuesday, May 15, 4:30 pm

Saturday, March 3, 10 am -12 pm Saturday, April 7, 10 am -12 pm Saturday, May 5, 10 am -12 pm

Hanahan Library

Thursday, March 22, 11 am - 12 pm

Spring Crafts Thursday, April 5, 10 am - until

Bring the family for fun DIY Easter Crafts with Ms. Carolyn.

Moncks Corner Library

Tuesday, March 20, 11 am - 12 pm

Tuesday, March 27, 11 am - 12 pm

Easter Crafts

Are you a LEGO® fan? Come have fun with your friends while you imagine and build with LEGO® blocks provided by the library.

St. Stephen Library

St. Patrick’s Day Crafts Thursday, March 8, 10 am - until

Glass Etching Thursday, April 26, 4:30 pm

LEGO® Mania @Moncks Corner

Daniel Island Library

Hanahan Library

Thursday, March 29, all day

Sensory Massage Class Join ABC Therapies for a Pediatric massage class for parents/caregivers of those with ASD and/or sensory processing disorder. Each session will cover a specific topic related to ASD or sensory disorders.

Moncks Corner Library

From the York Town to Your Town!

Mondays, April 2 and May 7, 10 am

Join us for a fun, educational program coming to you all the way from the Yorktown at the Patriot's Point Naval and Maritime Museum. For fans of history of all ages, this is another unique opportunity to travel and learn, minus the travel!

BINGO!

St. Stephen Library

Wednesday, March 28, 4:30 pm

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Have fun with bingo at your library and if luck is on your side, you may win a prize!

Sangaree Library

Wednesday, April 4, 2 - 4 pm

Lowcountry Raptors

Learn Japanese!

Storytime with Mother Goose

Our friends at Lowcountry Raptors are back again with more beautiful birds of prey, and a fun, educational program for the whole family, and unique opportunity to see the birds up close and personal. No registration is required, but we are limited by meeting room capacity.

Ever wanted to learn a new language? Learning a new language is a great way to gain a better understanding of your own native language and a fun exploration of different cultures. Learn both spoken and written Japanese through hands-on classes that take place when you choose.

Mother Goose will come for a special storytime along with her therapy dog, Shaggy-My Shadow. Wear your comfy p.j.'s for a relaxing story hour.

Hanahan Library

St. Stephen Library

St. Stephen Library

By appointment, please call the St. Stephen Library at 843.567.4862.

Wednesday, April 4, 11 am Wednesday, April 25, 4:30 pm

Celebrate National Library Week, April 8-14, by stopping by to color a fanciful caterpillar and get a free pencil to complete the craft.

Starting at 10 am on Monday, April 9th, while supplies last.

Goose Creek Library

School is out early! Join us for a fun and educational program with the folks from the USS Yorktown at Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum. This program is for all ages!

Goose Creek Library

Wednesday, April 25, 2:30 pm

Monday, April 9, 10 am - until

National Library Week Make & Take

Star Wars Day

Stop by the library for craft supplies to make a book craft at home! Available while supplies last.

May the Fourth be with you! Celebrate all things Star Wars with crafts and coloring featuring your favorite Star Wars characters.

Snacks will be provided.

Sangaree Library

Sangaree Library

Monday - Friday, April 9 - 13, all day

Friday, May 4, 3 - 4 pm

Customer Appreciation

Ladybug Craft-in-a-Baggie

It’s National Library Week and we want to celebrate with you! Join us at the Moncks Corner Library for a special customer appreciation day. We will be serving hot dogs, chips and drinks.

Ladybug! Craft-In-A-Baggie! Stop by anytime after 10 am on Wednesday, May 9th, to create a cute Ladybug craft. While Supplies Last!

Moncks Corner Library

Goose Creek Library

Mothers Day Card Craft

Kids’ Earth Day Craft

Join us to make a special card to give to Mom on Mother's Day.

Join us for a butterfly craft project utilizing recycled materials.

Hanahan Library

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Thursday, May 10, 4 - 5 pm

Movies Under the Stars BCLS and the Town of Moncks Corner host outdoor movies at the Moncks Corner Regional Recreation Complex on Main Street. Movies are free to attend.

Bring a chair or blanket. Food truck concessions will be available (no coolers please). All movies start at dark.

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Wednesday, April 11, 11 am - 2 pm

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Thursday, May 24, 6 - 7 pm

Patriots Point Visits The Library

Caterpillar Pencil Craft

Thursday, April 19, 4 - 5 pm

Hanahan Library

Friday, April 13

Friday, May 11, 2:30 - 3:30 pm

Mark Your Calendars! Early Registration for the 2018 BCLS Summer Reading Program Opens online on Monday, May 14!

Friday, May 11

*Program officially begins on June 4.

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INTRODUCING LAUNCHPAD VIDEO The only pre-loaded tablet featuring favorite movies and popular TV shows for hours of entertainment at home and on the go. No WiFi needed!

NEW PRODUCT!

Ask the desk for assistance or search “Launchpad Video” in our catalog.

2 week checkout. No renewals.

Help BCLS Go Green!

We want to encourage our customers to #BorrowMoreWasteLess and use reusable bags when checking out. *Please note, the library will no longer provide plastic bags to customers.

Check out a Launchpad Video from the following themes:

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In recognition of Earth Day in April, BCLS will be hosting fun and educational programs about the environment. Check in with your local BCLS library, visit our online calendar, or follow us on Facebook for more details.

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Learning can happen anywhere with apps on your computer, mobile device, and TV, featuring enhanced navigation and faster streaming for anytime learning.

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TEEN

Visit berkeleylibrarysc.org/teens to see all the resources for teens.

Your Library Has Game! Board Games That Is Written by Tina Chenoweth, MLIS St. Stephen Branch Manager Board games are one of the latest in a series of new products offered by BCLS, and they align perfectly with the library’s mission of lifelong learning. Thanks to donations from individuals and several generous board game publishers, BCLS now offers nearly 70 games that can be checked out. The rental time is one week, with two renewals.

The teaching and learning benefits of board games are widely touted, but they also offer a unique social aspect: they encourage players to use cognitive skills to work together and find peaceful, effective solutions to problems. Many parents, teachers, and families complain about society’s over-dependence on electronic devices and social media – one good way of dealing with this issue is with board games.

New to modern board games? That’s okay – our staff stand ready to match you with the perfect board game. Check our catalog today for a complete listing. You can locate them easily in our catalog with the keyword “board games.” If you are searching in our mobile catalog app, BookMyne, be sure to select the St. Stephen Library as your library before you search.

We have games if you like:

• Fans of Game of Thrones such as Battle of Westeros, For Crown & Kingdom, and Ivanhoe.

• Science & Steam including Bugs, Evolution, Steam Works, and Goblins, Inc. • History topics like Constitution Quest.

• Family or Party Games like Splendor.

• Beginners and Filler Games including A Fool’s Fortune and Hounded.

• Heavier Games for experienced gamers like California, Gloom, and Agents of SMERSH.

Search “Board Games” in our catalog or mobile app, BookMyne.

Note, if using BookMyne, be sure to select St. Stephen Library as your library.

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Daniel Island Library

Monday, March 5 & April 2, 3:30 - 4:30 pm

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3D Jewelry Design with TinkerCad

Introduction to Virtual Reality

Design a bangle and learn to model it using Autocad's TinkerCad 3D modeling software! Students will learn about the basics of 3D modeling, including the different types of professional 3D modeling softwares available. Participants will have a chance to see models printed on the BCLS 3D printer! *sign-up at the St. Stephen Library*

Virtual Reality or the ability to step inside another world has been just a dream for decades. Now, the wait is over; VR is becoming a reality! Learn about how VR works, build your own VR headset, then take a VR trip around the library! Families are welcome to attend. *sign-up at the St. Stephen Library*

Wednesday, March 7, 3 - 5 pm

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The Teen Hangout @Your Library is a time for teens to have fun, learn something new, and hang out with friends while crafting, gaming, building, and creating.

You never know what to expect at The Hangout, but you can definitely count on having a good time. This program is designed for students in grades 6 - 12.

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• Fantasy and Science Fiction like Werewolf Zombie Fairy and The Mines of Zander.

St. Stephen Library

Wednesday, April 18, 3 - 5 pm

St. Stephen Library

Thursday, March 22 & April 26, 4 - 5 pm

Teen Anime Club Want to talk about the awesome episode of your favorite anime? Need someone to geek out over the pages of the newest manga you checked out?

Look no further! Come hang out while we explore episodes of a variety of anime shows and movies, play quick games of trivia, or create something inspired by the Japanese culture.

Sangaree Library 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 4:30 - 5:30 pm *NOTE: NEW TIME! & May 3 is the last meeting before Summer Break*

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ACTIVITIES Coupon Corner Come pick through our bin of coupons and meet with other couponers to share tips and tricks.

Hanahan Library - All day, Every day! *See our customer impact story on page 3!

Visit berkeleylibrarysc.org/calendar to see all the adult clubs and classes @your library.

Color Me Calm

Tai Chi

Coloring can be a great stress reliever so we invite you to leave your stress and worries at home and come color with us. All supplies and coloring sheets provided, but attendees are welcome to bring their own.

Join Gwen Bihun for free Tai Chi at the Library, an ancient form of exercise for all ages using slow, smooth body movements.

Tai Chi is particularly effective in healing, strengthening the cardiovascular and immune systems, and disease prevention. It can boost energy, balance, sharpen reflexes, and improve one’s overall sense of well-being.

Goose Creek Library

Thursdays, Weekly, 11 am - 1 pm

Stress Free Coloring Join a group of coloring enthusiasts for a relaxing couple of hours of coloring and chatting. Grab your favorite adult coloring book and bring it with you, or color with materials provided by the library.

Sangaree Library

Tuesdays, Weekly, 1 - 3 pm

Alcohol Ink Painting No other medium provides the fluid and flow, not to mention the vibrant colors, of alcohol ink. Come and try out this creative style of painting! Sign up at the Main Desk and take home a supply list.

Space is limited, registration needed.

Goose Creek Library

Saturday, March 3, 10 am - 12 pm

Writer’s Nest The Writer’s Nest at Sangaree is a safe haven for writers of all skill levels and disciplines to share work and practice their craft: fiction writers, bloggers, journalists, poets, songwriters, screenwriters, and any other persuasion you can imagine. Stop by and let the Muse Booster, aka Dave Schneider, open the spigot to your imagination and get your creative juices flowing.

Join vocalist Alterea Baxter and friends for a special performance at the library.

They will be singing classical R&B, Jazz and Soul.

Assembly Room of the Berkeley County Administration Building (next to the Moncks Corner Library) Saturday, March 17th, 4 - 5 pm

Master Gardener Q&A Desk Trained and certified Clemson Extension Tri-County Master Gardener volunteers will be on hand to answer questions about lawns, trees, shrubs, annuals, perennials, vegetables, and all aspects of gardening in the Lowcountry. We will also accept soil samples (the cost is $6.00 per sample) & provide handouts and reference materials as needed.

Daniel Island Library

Every 1st Monday, 4 - 6 pm

Recorder Class

Sangaree Library

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Daniel Island Library

Join local author, Crystal Klimavicz, at the Daniel Island Library to connect and share with other local authors and aspiring writers. All are welcome.

Daniel Island Library

Every 1st Wednesday, 4:30 - 6 pm

NEW Music & Arts Class Professor Hillyer Rudisill returns with a new focus: Music and Art. In this class, students will explore the history, theory and appreciation of music and art forms. For novices and professionals alike.

Daniel Island Library

Wednesdays, Weekly, 10:30 - 11:30 am

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Tuesdays & Fridays, Weekly, 9 - 10 am

For beginning or “rusty” adults and teens who want to learn to play in a group setting.

Prior recorder or other musical experience not required. Reading music is also not a prerequisite. You should be able to play several pieces within a few weeks.

3rd Saturdays, 10 am

Jazz Group

Daniel Island Library

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Tuesdays, Weekly, 2 - 3 pm

Creative Crafters This new crafting group will be working with all kinds of crafts so don't be shy come out and craft with us! Join us and let your creative juices flow.

St. Stephen Library

Every 1st & 3rd Wednesday, 10:30 am

Friends of the Library Book Sale For more details about the sale or how to join the Friends, visit them online at berkeleylibrarysc.org/friends.

Moncks Corner Library

Saturday, April 7 9 - 10 am - Friends Members Only 10 am - 2 pm - Open to Public

Mystery Book Club

MC Adult Book Club

Join us at the Hanahan Library for some lively group discussion of various mystery selections. Please check at the desk for the title of the book for the month. Copies of the month’s title may be available at the desk as well.

Looking for a book club? The MC Adult Book Club invites you to join them. Check with the Moncks Corner library for the current month’s book title to participate.

Hanahan Library

Moncks Corner Library

3rd Thursdays, 6:30 pm

DI Social Bridge Club

DI Cookbook Club

Do you play bridge or used to play? Are you a beginner or have no partner? Want to play for fun, mental exercise, and to meet interesting people? No problem! Come and join us. If interested email Lcarmain@icloud.com for details.

Singles & couples welcome!

Daniel Island Library

Every 4th Thursday, 3 - 4 pm

DI Book Club Be part of a lively discussion about some popular and chat-worthy books. Was it a thumbs up or thumbs down? Come share your thoughts.

March 20 - Ordinary Grace April 17 - Beneath a Scarlet Sky May 15 - Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane

Daniel Island Library

Every 3rd Tuesday, 10:30 - 11:30 am

Hook or Needle Me This! Club Intermediate crocheting, plastic canvas projects, and some needlepoint. Please bring your own supplies. New members welcome.

St. Stephen Library

Every 2nd Friday & 4th Monday, 1 - 4 pm

1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 10 am - 12 pm

Yarn Junkies

Great Decisions This season, Dr. Pittman will be screening eight half-hour DVDs on topics in International Relations, produced by the Foreign Policy Association, including “The Waning of Pax Americana?", “China and America: the New Geopolitical Equation”, “U.S. Global Engagement and the Military” and more.

Each video will be followed with a lecture and discussion. Join us as we explore America’s place in a rapidly shifting world order.

Thursdays, Weekly, 10:30 - 11:30 am

If you knit, crochet, embroider, or do any other needle craft, join us to share tips, tricks, and good conversation. Bring your own project.

Wednesdays, Weekly, 2 - 4 pm

Daniel Island Library

Daniel Island Library

Knotty & Nice

Goose Creek Library

3rd Tuesdays, 4 - 5 pm

Join Jacqueline Gowe at the Daniel Island Library to share and discuss your favorite recipes and food ideas. Do you have a special recipe that your family loves? How about a cookbook that you would recommend? Each month we will discuss and enjoy a different type of cuisine or theme.

Knit & Sew Cl bs

If you knit, crochet, embroider, or do any other needle craft, join us to share tips, tricks, and good conversation. Bring your own project.

Hanahan Library *NEW DAY* 2nd Saturdays, 1 - 4 pm

DI Needle Workers From experts to beginners, join in the fun on alternate Tuesday mornings. Bring your quilt, appliqué, embroidery, or any portable needle project and stay for a while to sew, make new friends, and chat.

Daniel Island Library

2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 11 am - 2 pm

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Sewing Club: Retro Sewers A sewing club where all levels of expertise are welcome. Bring your current project out or any questions you may have.

St. Stephen Library

By appointment only. Please call library.

Knittin’ In The Corner If you knit and/or crochet or you would like to learn how, come join us! Someone is always available to teach. All are welcome, kids too!

Moncks Corner Library

Tuesdays, Weekly, 5 - 7 pm

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ADULT

ACTIVITIES

C elebrate with us!

National Library Week (April 8 - 14, 2018)

Gift Basket Drawing at Goose Creek Celebrate National Library Week, April 8-14, by entering a drawing to win a Library Lovers' Gift Basket. For every 3 books or audiobooks checked out during the week, you get an entry to the drawing.

You may choose from adult fiction or non-fiction and young adult fiction or non-fiction. Last chance to enter is Saturday, April 14th, 5 pm. You must be age 18 or older to enter.

Goose Creek Library

Monday - Saturday, April 9 - 14, all day

Magic for Grandparents Do you want to impress the young ones in your family this Easter weekend? Come learn some Magic for Grandparents with resident magician Chase Priest, who will teach us older folk some parent- and grandparent-friendly tricks. No equipment needed to learn a few easy classics that are bound to amaze and delight.

Daniel Island Library

Thursday, March 29, 1 pm

Importance of Using Herbs The sheer number of herbs one may encounter can be intimidating. Join us at the Moncks Corner Library with Ms. Sweet who will teach us about different herbs and their usefulness from cooking to simple home remedies.

Moncks Corner Library Tuesday, April 10, 2 pm

Gift Basket Drawing at St. Stephen

Bingo Day

Check out items for your chance to win a gift basket in celebration of National Library Week. Contest runs from Monday, April 9th to Friday, April 13th.

Join us for Bingo at the Library! Who does not love this game? Bring a friend and come have fun with this timeless favorite.

All supplies will be provided.

St. Stephen Library

Moncks Corner Library

Monday - Friday, April 9 - 13, all day

Philosophy of the Scottish Enlightenment For a country not even as big as South Carolina, Scotland has had an out sized impact on the history and politics of the USA and the world. Dr. Deborah Boyle of the College of Charleston will take us on a trip to 18th-century Edinburgh, where philosophers like David Hume debated and discussed new ideas of liberty and humanism in a time when Scottish economists (Adam Smith), scientists (James Hutton) and engineers (James Watt) were creating the Modern World.

Daniel Island Library

Thursday, May 24, 1pm

How to Protect Yourself Would you be able to defend yourself or your loved ones if someone attacked you?

It is a scary question to think about, but it is a question that, unfortunately, needs to be asked. Self defense and simple techniques for protecting yourself can be valuable skills for both males and females. Join us at the Moncks Corner Library along with a trained police officer who will talk about how to protect to yourself in this age.

Moncks Corner Library

Thursday, May 24, 6 - 7 pm

Wednesday, May 16, 11am - 12 pm

Show Your Collection in the Library

Matinée Movies @ Moncks Corner

Do you have a collection you'd like to show to our community? Ask at the Main Desk at the library for information on showing your collection in our display cases.

Come enjoy a free movie matinée at the Moncks Corner Library. Complimentary concessions are provided thanks to the Friends of the Library.

Goose Creek Library Display

March 10, 2 pm March 24, 2 pm The Florida Project [R] 2017 Drama/Comedy

Wonder [PG] 2017 Drama/Family

April 28, 2 pm

May 12, 2 pm

April 14, 2 pm Shape of Water [R] 2017 Drama/Fantasy

843.572.1376

St. Stephen Library Display 843.567.4862

Sangaree Library Display (smaller shelves) 843.695.1208

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Same Kind of Different as Me [PG-13] 2017 Drama

I, Tonya [R] 2017 Drama/Sports

May 26, 2 pm

The Greatest Showman [PG] 2017 Drama/Romance

Berkeley County Library System Mobile Library

M.O.R.E.

Moving Our Resources Everywhere

Mobile Library Schedule | March •April •May Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

3/12, 3/26, 4/9, 4/23, 5/7, 5/21 Naval Weapons Station Goose Creek 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

3/13, 3/27, 4/10, 4/24, 5/8, 5/22 Timberland High School St. Stephen 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Hwy 17A/Hwy 41 Jamestown 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

3/14, 3/28, 4/11, 4/25, 5/9, 5/23 Hwy 6/Hwy 45 Cross 11:00 am- 12:00 pm Cross Community Center Cross 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Cross High School Cross 2:45 pm - 3:45 pm

3/1, 3/15, 3/29, 4/12, 4/26, 5/10, 5/24 Summit Place Daniel Island 11:00 am - 12:00 pm The Peninsula Wando 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Yeaman's Hall Plaza Hanahan 3:15 pm - 4:00 pm

3/2, 3/16, 4/13, 4/27, 5/11, 5/25 Miracle Academy St. Stephen 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Fox Creek Apartments St. Stephen 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

3/5, 3/19, 4/2, 4/16, 4/30, 5/14 The Blake at Carnes Crossroads Summerville 11:00 am - 12:00 pm College Park Elementary Ladson 1:30 pm - 2:15 pm Brighton Park Village Summerville 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm

3/6, 3/20, 4/3, 4/17, 5/1, 5/15, 5/29 Bonneau Civic Center Bonneau 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Providence Baptist Church Macedonia 2:15 pm - 3:30 pm

3/7, 3/21, 4/4, 4/18, 5/16, 5/30 Berkeley Citizens Moncks Corner 10:00 am - 11:00 am Alvin Community Center Alvin 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

3/8, 3/22, 4/5, 4/19, 5/3, 5/17, 5/31 Del Webb * Summerville 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Four Seasons * Summerville 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm St. James AME Church Jedburg 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm

3/9, 3/23, 4/6, 4/20, 5/4, 5/18

M.O.R.E.’s choice M.O.R.E. will be doing special community visits all over Berkeley County.

Be on the look-out for M.O.R.E. in your neighborhood!

M.O.R.E. will be off the road March 30 and May 2 & 28

*Tech Help On-The-Go with M.O.R.E.

Find M.O.R.E.’s Schedule Online

BCLS Mobile Library M.O.R.E.

A member of the technology department will be available on our mobile library to assist you with general technology questions, like using email, navigating the library catalog, and accessing our digital collections. Please feel free to bring your personal devices!

Find M.O.R.E. and directions to the mobile library stops with our easy-to-use online calendar. (mobile-friendly)

843-719-4247 or 843-934-9976 MORE@berkeleycountysc.gov *maps and directions to all M.O.R.E. stops are available online at berkeleylibrarysc.org/bookmobile

Del Webb Community in Cane Bay

Thursdays, 11 am - 12 pm March 8 & 22, April 5 & 19, May 3 & 17

Four Seasons Community in Cane Bay

Thursdays, 12:30 - 1:30 pm March 8 & 22, April 5 & 19, May 3 & 17

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TECHNOLOGY Classes

!!!

W E N

Visit berkeleylibrarysc.org/technology-classes to register for tech classes.

The E-Library

Decoding Your Device

Learn more about how to access FREE ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, movies, and more wherever you are! Please feel free to bring your personal devices.

Need help with your personal devices? Stop by your local library for one-on-one tech help! Please note: this is an open session, and is first-come-first-served. Your patience is appreciated.

Goose Creek Library

Thursday, March 1, 3:30 - 5 pm

Moncks Corner Library

Monday, April 30, 3:30 - 5 pm

Hanahan Library

Thursday, May 24, 3:30 - 5 pm

Google Services * After establishing a one-time only account.

15 Hours of Entertainment!

(5 Movies or 1 Whole TV Season) Play on 8 Devices at Once!

No WiFi or data needed!

Whether you're a seasoned Google User, or looking to get started, come on by and learn more about what you can do with Google apps and devices! *Students with school-issued Google Chromebooks are welcome to attend with a parent or guardian present.*

Sangaree Library

Wednesday, March 14, 3:30 - 5 pm

St. Stephen Library

Tuesday, April 17, 3:30 - 5 pm

Hanahan Library

Thursday, March 22, 4 - 5 pm

Goose Creek Library

Thursday, April 5, 4 - 5 pm

Sangaree Library

Wednesday, April 11, 4 - 5 pm

St. Stephen Library

Tuesday, May 15, 4 - 5 pm

Moncks Corner Library

Monday, May 21, 4 - 5 pm

Play and Learn Need some extra practice with a mouse and keyboard? Stop by for an open session of games and tutorials to help you feel more comfortable with these devices. A member of our technology department will be available to get you started and answer questions.

Moncks Corner Library

Monday, March 19, 4 - 5 pm

Goose Creek Library

Thursday, May 10, 4 - 5 pm

To Win It: Intro to Pinterest

DOWNLOAD Download the GoChip Player App.

CONNECT

Wirelessly connect your device.

PRESS PLAY!* Instant movie, instant satisfaction!

Do you have an interest in Pinterest? Come learn how to register for an account and use Pinterest for party planning, entertainment, craft ideas, and more!

St. Stephen Library

Tuesday, March 13, 3:30 - 5 pm

Hanahan Library

Thursday, April 26, 3:30 - 5 pm

Sangaree Library

Wednesday, May 16, 3:30 - 5 pm

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technology classes is recommended, please visit • Membership Committee Join aRegistration Committeefor to Help to Friends berkeleylibrarysc.org/technology-classes

The FOL now has several new committees and they need your help. Are you outgoing and creative? Do you love to support a good cause and get involved? Maybe you just have some fun ideas you want to share? If you said yes to any of these questions and want to help here are a few ways to serve:

• Communications & Marketing Committee • Volunteer Committee

F R I E N D S

• Book Sales Committee • Programs, Events, & Community Outreach • Online Sales Coordinator

• Fund raiser Committee • Grant Writing and Special Project Funding Subcommittee

If you are interested in serving on one of these committees, visit us online to learn more and to contact the committee chair.

Upcoming Friends’ Events

Pictures with the Easter Bunny

Movies Under the Stars Concessions BCLS and the Friends will be joining the Town of Moncks Corner to host another round of Movies Under the Stars event at the Regional Recreation Complex on Main Street. The Friends will be serving popcorn, drinks, and candy. If you are able to help, please check our website to complete a volunteer form or you can call Sue Kelley at 843-351-4674 or email us at folbcls@gmail.com.

We are hosting Pictures with the Easter Bunny this spring at all the library branches and we need volunteers to help. If you are able to help, please check our website to complete a volunteer form or you can call Sue Kelley at 843-351-4674 or email us at folbcls@gmail.com.

Daniel Island Library

Monday, March 19, 11 am - 12 pm

St. Stephen Library

Friday, March 9

Hanahan Library

Thursday, March 22, 11 am - 12 pm

Coco

Sangaree Library

Friday, April 13

Monday, March 26, 11 am - 12 pm

The Emoji Movie

Goose Creek Library

Friday, May 11

A full schedule of movies can be found on page 6 of this book, online at the library’s website, or on the library’s Facebook page.

Tuesday, March 27, 11 am - 12 pm

Moncks Corner Library

Thursday, March 29, 11 am - 12 pm

Friends of the Berkeley County Library

Spring Book Sale @Moncks Corner Library

Saturday, April 7 9 - 10 am Members Only 10 am - 2 pm Public Sale You can sign up to be a Friend at any BCLS Library or online at berkeleylibrarysc.org/friends

Board Meetings: Every 4th Tuesday | For more information about the Friends, visit us online at berkeleylibrarysc.org/friends

WOW!! The Friends have really been busy and productive over the winter holiday season! We participated in the Holiday Craft Bazaar at the Berkeley County Administration Building…what fun and what talent we found among the Friends. Many thanks to all who donated a craft. The Pictures with Santa were a huge success at the branch libraries. The pictures turned out just rightthanks to a wonderful photographer.

We again participated in Celebrate the Season/Weekend Holiday Fair in Moncks Corner, doing the Elves with Santa pictures; the marshmallows on a stick and s’mores at the firepit; and concessions at the Movies on Main.

The Friends had a 25 cent fiction hardback book sale at Goose Creek Library…selling almost 2,000 books!!

We will be having another Spring Book Sale at the Moncks Corner Library on April 7. And, remember, if you are a member of the FOL you will be able to come in one hour before we open; you can join at the door and get that privilege.

Tuesday, March 20, 11 am - 12 pm

Wonder

President’s Post-It

Goose Library The FOL will Creek also be hosting Pictures Thursday, March 2nd, pm - 5 pm with the Easter Bunny at the six4 branches in conjunction with Story Time. Dates Sangaree Library and timesWednesday, for each library listed on- 5 Marchare 22nd, 4 pm page 3.

Sangaree Library

Wednesday, Aprilyou 19th, pm - 5 I would like to encourage to 4consider joining the Friends. We have a lot of Moncks Corner Library plans for this year, including some new Monday, April 24th, 4 pm - 5 fund raisers, more community exposure, and a surprise forLibrary the members. To join, Hanahan you can pick up a brochure or4envelope Thursday, April 27th, pm -5 in any of the libraries, at our events like St. Stephen our Book Sales; orLibrary

by PayPal on our Tuesday, May 9th,to4 having pm - 5 you website. We look forward becomeSangaree a Friend. Library Happy Spring!!

Wednesday, May 17th, 4 pm - 5 Hoping to see each of you at some of our events.

~ Sue Kelley, FOL President

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Place Stamp Here

100 Library Street Moncks Corner, SC 29461 berkeleylibrarysc.org

MONCKS CORNER

SANGAREE

1003 Highway 52 Moncks Corner, SC 29461 (843) 719-4223 M-Th 9am-7pm, F&S 9am-5pm

595 Sangaree Parkway Summerville, SC 29486 (843) 695-1208 NEW! M-Th 10am-6pm, F&S 9am-5pm

DANIEL ISLAND

HANAHAN

2301 Daniel Island Drive Daniel Island, SC 29492 (843) 471-2952 M-Th 10am-6 pm, F&S 9am-5pm

1216 Old Murray Court Hanahan, SC 29410 (843) 553-0047 M-Th 10am-6pm, F&S 9am-5pm

GOOSE CREEK

325 Old Moncks Corner Road Goose Creek, SC 29445 (843) 572-1376 M-Th 9am-7pm, F&S 9am-5pm

M.O.R.E. BOOKMOBILE

100 Library Street Moncks Corner, SC 29461 (843) 719-4247 berkeleylibrarysc.org/bookmobile

ST. STEPHEN

113 Ravenell Drive St. Stephen, SC 29479 (843) 5 67-48 62 M-Th 10am-6pm, F&S 9am-5pm

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