Children's Programming

Adult Programming

Winter Reading Bingo (ages 11 and younger)
Tuesday, January 3-Saturday, January 28
Pick up a bingo card from the Children’s Department, and complete one row of winter reading challenges for a prize. Complete the entire bingo card to be entered into the grand prize drawing.

Afterschool Cool: Art in the Afternoon 
Tuesday, January 3 at 4 p.m.
Learn about art, and create your own masterpiece during a visit by a special guest from the Gibbes Museum of Art.

Afterschool Cool: Pom Pom Painting
Tuesday, January 10 at 4 p.m.
Create a masterpiece with pom poms and paint.

Afterschool Cool: Green Thumbs 
Tuesday, January 17 at 4 p.m.
Learn about nature, and make something cool with the Tri-County Clemson Master Gardeners.

Afterschool Cool: CD Magic 
Tuesday, January 24 at 4 p.m.
Create a cool craft with old CDs, and watch magic happen.

Wii and Board Games (ages 4-11)
Saturday, January 7 at 11:00 a.m.
Dance along with the Wii, or play a family board game.

STAR Therapy Dogs (ages 11 and younger)
Saturday, January 14 at 10:30 a.m.
Make a furry friend, and read a book with your new pal. Certified therapy dogs and their handlers love a good story.

Lego Club (ages 11 and younger)
Saturday, January 21 at 10:30 a.m.
We supply the Legos, you supply the imagination.

Stories and a Craft (ages 11 and younger)
Saturday, January 28 at 11:00 a.m.
Listen to stories, and make a cool craft to take home.

Babygarten (ages 0-24 months with adult)
Wednesday, January 25 at 10:30 a.m.
Thursday, January 26 at 10:30 a.m.

Baby Storytime (ages 0-24 months with adult) *Registration required
Wednesdays, January 4, 11 and 18 at 10:30 a.m.
Thursdays, January 5, 12 and 19 at 10:30 a.m.

Toddler Storytime (ages 2-3 years with adult)
Tuesdays, January 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 at 10:30 a.m.

Preschool Storytime (Ages 3-5)
Mondays, January 9, 23 and 30 at 10:30 a.m.
Tuesdays, January 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 at 11:30 a.m.

If you have any questions about any of the upcoming events, feel free to contact the 

Children's Department at 843-766-2546.

Cynthia Graham Hurd/ St. Andrews Regional Library

1735 N. Woodmere Drive Charleston, SC 29407

www.ccpl.org 843-766-2546

 Mon-Thur 10-8, Fri-Sat 10-6,  Sun CLOSED

Branch Blog: http://saintandrewsregionallibrary.blogspot.com/

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Photos or videos may be taken at CCPL events and activities for library use in promotion and publicity. Anyone not wanting to have their photo taken should notify library staff at the time of the event or activity.  Media interested in learning more about events at the Charleston County Public Library should contact the Library’s Public Relations and Marketing Department at                                   843-805-6819 or publicrelationsatccpl.org.

Young Adult Programming

Teen Programming

TeenSpot Celebrates 
National Book Blitz Month
Throughout January
Vote for your favorite title in a book showdown each week. Those who select the winning book will be entered into a weekly prize drawing.

TeenSpot Seventh Annual Black History Essay Contest 

Throughout January and February

The essay contest is open to all Charleston area students in grades 6-12. One winner will be chosen from middle and high school to receive a prize package. Entries must be submitted by February 28, and the winner will be notified March 13. Visit the Reference Desk for additional details.

TeenSpot Movie Monday Presents Central Intelligence

Monday, January 9 at 3:30 p.m.

After he reconnects with an awkward pal from high school through Facebook, a mild-mannered accountant is lured into the world of international espionage. 

Rated PG-13; 114 minutes.

TeenSpot Pizza and Pages
Wednesday, January 18 at 3:30 p.m.
Chat about books, play word games, eat pizza and win prizes. Bring a copy of a book you are reading, and be prepared to share a review.

TeenSpot Movie Monday presents Suicide Squad

Monday, January 23 at 3:30 p.m.

A secret government agency recruits some of the most dangerous incarcerated super-villains to form a defensive task force. Their first mission: save the world from the apocalypse.

Rated PG-13; 130 minutes.

If you have any questions about any of the upcoming events, feel free to contact the 

Young Adult Department at 843-766-2546.

Cynthia Graham Hurd/ St. Andrews Regional Library

1735 N. Woodmere Drive Charleston, SC 29407

www.ccpl.org 843-766-2546

  Mon-Thur 10-8, Fri-Sat 10-6,  Sun CLOSED

Branch Blog: http://saintandrewsregionallibrary.blogspot.com/

Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com- St. Andrews Regional Lib

Photos or videos may be taken at CCPL events and activities for library use in promotion and publicity. Anyone not wanting to have their photo taken should notify library staff at the time of the event or activity.  Media interested in learning more about events at the Charleston County Public Library should contact the Library’s Public Relations and Marketing Department at 843-805-6819 or publicrelationsatccpl.org.

Adult's Programming

New Year's Resolution 
Throughout January
Post a New Year’s resolution on the library display; if you write it down, you’ll have a better chance for success.

Tech Help: Book-a-Librarian

Throughout January

Want to learn how to use the library's downloadable media on your tablet, phone, e-reader or laptop? Call 843-776-2546, and make an appointment with a librarian for a 30-minute one-on-one session. Registration is required.

Winter Walk around the Library

Wednesday, January 11 from 1-2 p.m.

Enjoy a guided nature walk around the library, identify birds and insects, and observe cold weather adaptations. Supervised children over age 10 are welcome.

West Ashley Quilting Group 

Thursday, January 5 at 5 p.m.

Meet fellow quilters, and share ideas for your next project.

Affordable Care Act Assistance

Fridays, January 6, 13, 20 and 27 
from 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Need health insurance and want to compare insurance options? Sign up for Affordable Care Act (ACA) health plans and subsidies, and receive personalized, expert advice from federally-certified Palmetto Project representatives. Call 1-888-998-4646 for an appointment.

Lowcountry Creative Writing Group 

Saturday, January 7 at 1 p.m.

Write and network with other writers.

Entertainment on the Web 
Thursday, January 26 at 5 p.m.
Ready to ditch cable TV? Learn how to maximize entertainment opportunities with web resources.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact the Reference Department 

 at 843-766-2546.

Cynthia Graham Hurd/St Andrews Regional Library

1735 N. Woodmere Drive Charleston, SC 29407

www.ccpl.org 843-766-2546

Branch Blog: http://saintandrewsregionallibrary.blogspot.com/

Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com- St. Andrews Regional Lib

Mon-Thur 10-8, Fri-Sat 10-6,  Sun CLOSED

Photos or videos may be taken at CCPL events and activities for library use in promotion and publicity. Anyone not wanting to have their photo taken should notify library staff at the time of the event or activity.  Media interested in learning more about events at the Charleston County Public Library should contact the Library’s Public Relations and Marketing Department at 843-805-6819 or publicrelationsatccpl.org.

Computer Classes

January 2017 Computer Classes

Basic Office 2016

Basic Word 2016
Thursday, January 12 from 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Registration begins January 5
Type, edit and format text in a document. Practice copying and pasting, adding an image, saving and printing the document. Completion of Computer Fundamentals or previous experience is expected.

Basic PowerPoint 2016
Thursday, January 19 from 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Registration begins January 12
Design a slide show with formatted text, images and a design theme. Explore the various views and show settings. Completion of Basic Word 2016 or previous experience is expected.

Basic Excel 2016
Thursday, January 26 from 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Registration begins January 19
Create a workbook with formatted text, simple formulas and multiple sheets. Practice creating a chart and printing, too. Completion of Basic Word 2016 or previous experience is expected.

Call 843-805-6885 or email tlc@ccpl.org for more information or to register for these free classes. As a courtesy, please make every effort to arrive five minutes before the class starts and call to cancel if you will not be able to attend the class.

Cynthia Graham Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library

1735 N. Woodmere Drive Charleston, SC 29407

www.ccpl.org 843-766-2546

Branch Blog: http://saintandrewsregionallibrary.blogspot.com/

Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com- St. Andrews Regional Lib

Mon-Thur 10-8, Fri-Sat 10-6,  Sun CLOSED

Photos or videos may be taken at CCPL events and activities for library use in promotion and publicity. Anyone not wanting to have their photo taken should notify library staff at the time of the event or activity. 

Media interested in learning more about events at the Charleston County Public Library should contact the Library’s Public Relations and Marketing Department at 843/805-6819 or publicrelationsatccpl.org.

Black History Essay Contest

Cynthia Graham Hurd/ St. Andrew’s Regional Library TeenSpot 
Seventh Annual Black History Essay Contest

OFFICIAL RULES AND GUIDELINES 

  

Middle School / Grades 6-8 & High School / Grades 9-12 

  

Cynthia Graham Hurd/St. Andrew’s TeenSpot Black History Essay Contest is open to all grades 6-12 students in the Charleston Area.  One winner will be chosen from each level (middle school and high school) and will be awarded a prize package equaling the amount of $50.00. Entries have to be in by February 28, 2017. The winner will be notified on March 13, 2017. 

  

  

• Essays must be brought in or postmarked by February 28, 2017. The address is Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library c/o Patrice Smith, 1735 North Woodmere Drive, Charleston, SC 29407. Also they can email to smithp@charleston.lib.sc.us with the subject line “Black History” Essay.  
• Each student may only enter one essay. 
• Essays should be no longer than 500 words in length, and should be typed or hand written in print only. Must by legible. No cursive writing will be accepted.  
• Essays submitted must include the contestant’s name, email address, telephone number, school the student attends, grade level and the title of the essay.  
• Each essay must reflect the contestant's own research, writing and original thinking.    

Essay Topic 

How could we eliminate racism in the world?

 If you have any questions about any of the upcoming events, 

feel free to contact the

Young Adult Department at 843-766-2546.

Cynthia Graham Hurd/St Andrews Regional Library

1735 N. Woodmere Drive Charleston, SC 29407

www.ccpl.org 843-766-2546

Branch Blog: http://saintandrewsregionallibrary.blogspot.com/

Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com- St. Andrews Regional Lib

Mon-Thur 10-8, Fri-Sat 10-6,  Sun CLOSED