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Ya'll Yoga Wednesday, April 1 Wednesday, April 8 Wednesday, April 15 Wednesday, April 22 Wednesday, April 29 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Lowcountry Power Yoga - Spry Chair & Mat Class (60 minutes). Access balance, strength and independence in chair and floor-based poses. You will learn to transition from seated to standing to reclining on the mat using the chair as a tool. If getting up and down from the floor is challenging for you, we will teach you how to do this with and without the help of a chair. This class is great if you are looking for low-impact movements, recovering from an injury or focusing on joint and spine health. This class will be held in the Auditorium. Overdose Reversal Agent Training Thursday, April 2 2-4 p.m. Learn how to recognize the signs of an opioid overdose and administer an overdose reversal agent with representatives from Charleston Center and Wake Up Carolina. Left-Over Easy Monday, April 6 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Looking for something to do with those leftover Easter eggs? We've got you covered! In this class we'll show you three of the tastiest and most common recipes that use hard-boiled eggs. Recipes include deviled eggs, egg salad, and pickled eggs. Those who just love a deviled egg are also welcome! All attendees will be invited to taste the dishes and help in the preparation if they would like. Common allergens present in this room include Eggs. Coffee and Crime Monday, April 6 6-7 p.m. Join fellow true crime fans on the last Monday of every month to discuss a different case. Using your preferred medium (book, podcast, articles, TV, etc.), come prepared to discuss: Ellen Greenberg. Online Job Scams Tuesday, April 7 6- 7 p.m. Learn how to protect yourself from online scams when applying for jobs. Held in the 2nd floor classroom. Interview Skills Workshop Wednesday, April 8 9:30-10:30 a.m. Main Library - 2nd Floor Classroom Sharpen your interview skills in this comprehensive program, covering everything from effective communication to handling challenging questions, equipping participants with the confidence to excel in any job interview. Great Decisions Discussion Group: U.S. Engagement of Africa Wednesday, April 8 1-2:30 p.m. Join us on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month to discuss a new topic from the Foreign Policy Associations "Great Decisions" series. This week's reading will be: U.S. Engagement of Africa - Author: Jendayi E. Frazer Africa’s geopolitical role is growing. What lessons can the U.S. learn from China’s presence there, and how might it strengthen ties, especially with leading nations like Nigeria? What tools of statecraft might the U.S. bring to its engagement with Africa?
By Jendayi E. Frazer The Future of Human Rights and International Law Wednesday, April 22 1-2:30 p.m. Join us on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month to discuss a new topic from the Foreign Policy Associations "Great Decisions" series. This week's reading will be: The Future of Human Rights and International Law - Author: Jose Enrique Alvarez As democracy and human rights retreat globally—and the U.S. pulls back—how can civil society and legal norms remain effective in a divided world? What is the role and force of international law in this era of impunity?
By Jose Enrique Alvarez Gallery Night "Optic Echoes" by Mauricio Masare Wednesday, April 8 6-7 p.m. Mauricio Sánchez Rengifo (Masáre), was born in Pereira, Colombia. He is an architect by profession, a musician by passion and an artist, who is continuously researching materials, tools, visual effects and audiovisual creation. During the last 18 years, his pictorial work has been defined within an optical deconstructivism language, whose technical and visual effects are strongly influenced by Kinetic, Optical and Pop art. His work is based on the recognition of images as fragments. This means, that the images are not what we see with the eyes but a product of the subconscious mind after collecting and unifying the information of each one of the fragments or pieces. His proposal is based on the deconstruction of faces into plots, lines, serial geometries, textures, reflections and refractions. The image is never obvious at first glance, instead, the idea is to generate it through progressive discovery from different perspectives, distances and variable lighting conditions. On his work, different types of painting, materials and objects are used to communicate what the person portrayed represents and inspires. Short Fiction Book Discussion Wednesday, April 8 6:30-7:30 p.m. Join a lively discussion series on selections from The Best American Short Stories 2025, edited by Celeste Ng. This program will also be streamed live on Microsoft Teams. Register below and a Teams event will be shared with you. If you would like to join through Teams, and registration is full, please register anyway. Lost after Victory: The Unsolved Story of the Hunley Thursday, April 9 6-7 p.m. Join Jamie Lundy, a Hunley volunteer, for a fascinating talk on the H. L. Hunley, the world's first successful combat submarine. Learn how this privately funded, hand powered vessel came to be, its journey from Mobile, Alabama to Charleston, South Carolina and what happened on the night of February 17, 1864, when the Hunley sank the USS Housatonic. Job Fair-Earn While You Learn Tuesday, April 14 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Join us for the Earn While You Learn Career Fair! Get Paid to Learn. Get hired to Grow. Connect with employers who can help you build the skills you need to thrive in your career. Participating Employers Provide: - Registered apprenticeship programs,
- Entry-level roles with paid training, or
- Pathways to professional credentials.
Tech Team Help Lab Tuesday, April 14 Tuesday, April 28 11 a.m.-12 p.m. 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 see a Tech Team member for assistance with your own device. First come, first served in the second-floor tech classroom! Novelist Crash Course Tuesday, April 14 1-2 pm. Need help finding your next book? Look no further! Learn how to use Novelist to help find your perfect next read! This class will take place in the 2nd floor classroom. |
 Counting on Ancestors: Using the U.S. Census Tuesday, April 14 2-3 p.m. This census month, discover how the once-in-a-decade records can open a window into your family’s past. Learn what the census can reveal about your ancestors and how to use it effectively in your genealogy research. This event is being held in the second-floor classroom. Creative Writing Group Tuesday, April 14 6:30-7:30 p.m. Join fellow writers and work on your craft! Share your current and past projects, talk about what you are hoping to accomplish, or work on your writing with fellow creatives! Email Basics Saturday, April 18 10 a.m.-11 a.m. You'll learn how to set up an email account, create a message, and send an attachment. Class will be located in the second floor classroom. Addiction Science with MUSC Saturday, April 18 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Join researchers from MUSC's Department of Neuroscience and Alcohol Research Center to discover how brain science is driving new treatments for substance use disorder. See live demos, learn how tools reduce cravings and even hold a real human brain! Cinema Saturday Saturday, April 18 1-4 p.m. Come and enjoy the Sound of Music, one of the most popular family films of all time. Every song is a classic, every moment is a masterpiece! Courage, Resilience, and Artistry: The Women's Orchestra of Auschwitz-Birkenau Sunday, April 19 3-4 p.m. The women’s orchestra at Auschwitz-Birkenau, composed entirely of prisoners, was the only women’s orchestra in the entire Nazi camp system. Susan Eischeid, who spent years researching the orchestra and interviewing surviving members, will present the history of the orchestra and dispel some of the myths surrounding it. Recruitment for the orchestra will be explored, as well as personnel, living conditions, repertoire, and conductor and virtuoso violinist Alma Rosé. Eischeid will also discuss Maria Mandl, Head Overseer of the women's camp at Auschwitz-Birkenau, who founded the orchestra, yet was responsible for the murder of thousands of prisoners. Paper Quilling Monday, April 20 2-3 p.m. Learn how to create beautiful art designs using colorful paper strips! The art can be applied to various mediums to create decorative art, jewelry, or greeting cards. Supplies are limited, so registration is required. Parking at the library garage is free for the first hour. Tabletop Game Night Monday, April 20 6-7:30 p.m. Bring some friends (or just yourself) to the Main Library's auditorium for an evening of engaging, easy-to-play tabletop games! From classics like The Game of Life to newer titles like Wavelength or Hues and Cues, a monthly rotation of games means there's something for everyone! Garage parking is free for the first hour. Poets of Charleston: Write, Read, Share Tuesday, April 21 6:30-7:30 p.m. Meet with fellow poets to share your writing, talk about the publishing industry, and develop your craft. Exploring Learning Express Thursday, April 23 1-2 p.m. Learn how to use the easy-to-navigate platform that provides a comprehensive collection of tutorials, test preparation, practice materials, and other skill-building resources! This class will take place in the 2nd floor classroom. Science Friday Book Club Friday, April 24 2-3 p.m. Charleston County Public Library is proud to partner with the Science Friday podcast to host the Science Friday Book Club! Please join us in person where we will discuss Barbara Kinsolver's Prodigal Summer. The following is a description of the book by the publisher: Over the course of one humid summer, as the urge to procreate overtakes the lush countryside, this novel's intriguing protagonists—a reclusive wildlife biologist, a young farmer's wife marooned far from home, and a pair of elderly, feuding neighbors—face disparate predicaments but find connections to one another and to the flora and fauna with whom they necessarily share a place. Their discoveries are embedded inside countless intimate lessons of biology, the realities of small farming, and the final, urgent truth that humans are only one piece of life on earth. Author Talk with the Charleston Museum's Carl Borick Saturday, April 25 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. In honor of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, join Charleston Museum director Carl Borick as he leads a talk about his latest book Backcountry Resistance: South Carolina’s Militia and the Fight for American Independence. Learn how ordinary citizens came together to fight back against British forces and turn the tide of one of the most pivotal conflicts in American history. Found Poetry Tuesday, April 28 6:30-7:30 p.m. Celebrate this National Poetry Month with a creative twist! Join us to make found poems — a fun way to turn existing text into your own unique poem. No writing experience needed! File Organization Wednesday, April 29 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Let us show you some file organization tips for your device. Class will be located in the second floor classroom. Calligraphy Basics on a Budget Wednesday, April 29 6-7 p.m. Have you ever been curious about calligraphy but didn't know where to start or thought supplies would be too expensive? Then this class is for you! Learn the basics of calligraphy while using supplies you most likely already have at home. This class will focus on the basics of pen strokes and how to form and connect letters. Practice worksheets, supplies, and instructions will be provided - but feel free to bring any pens you've been wanting to try! |
Books Claire's Pick Don’t Let Him In He’s a 10, but his entire life is a lie. Nina Swann is curious when she receives a letter offering condolences from a Nick Miller, after the unexpected death of her late husband. Nick is a stable, charming, good-looking man that just dropped into Nina’s lap, but her daughter Ash isn’t buying what Nick is selling. Without telling her mother, Ash begins digging into Nick’s past. What she finds is more than unsettling… |
T.V./Movies Shayla's Pick starring Cynthia Erivo Ariana Grande Director John M. Chu brings the beloved Broadway show to the big screen, recounting the story of Glinda, The Good Witch of the North and Elphaba, The Wicked Witch of the West. Elphaba’s usual green skin and raw powers keep her from blending into society in Oz. |
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