Dogs are great listeners! Practice your reading skills with a certified therapy dog from Alliance of Therapy Dogs. Bring your favorite book or pick one from our collection! Up to 2 family members can sign up per time slot. Ages 6-11 Mondays from 3:30-4:30pm December 2 (Registration opens 11/15) Register online here! December 16 (Registration […]
Support Group for Caregivers. Ages 18+ Mondays at 6 pm; Dec. 16, Jan. 27; Feb. 24
Age-specific storytime with songs & rhymes for children and their caregivers. Ages 0-3 Tuesdays, 10:30am to 11am (except 12/24 & 12/31)
Hands on playtime for children to develop social, science, & motor skills. Ages 0-5 Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11:00am to 11:30am (except 12/3,12/24-1/2, 1/16, & 2/11)
*1/21's Chess Club is Canceled due to weather* Learn to be a chess master and have fun playing a friendly, competitive game with fellow chess enthusiasts. All skill levels welcome! Ages 9+ Tuesdays 5:30 - 6:30pm 11/26 - 12/17 & 1/7 - 3/4
Drop in & help complete a new puzzle each week! New Puzzle Every Wednesday All ages!
Storytime and sensory playdough play. Ages 3-5 Wednesdays at 10:30am December 18, January 29, & February 26
Green Thumbs is a program seeking to teach children and caregivers about nature, gardening, pollination, and recycling and is part of the Tri-County Master Gardners activities of Clemson University Extension. Each month focuses on a different topic & children will make something to take home. Each is limited to 20 participants. *The same program repeated […]
Start the new year with brisk walks on the nature path circling the Ashley River branch. Fitness walks for senior adults, ages 50+, will meet every Thursday, weather permitting. The first meeting is on January 2nd (by the main entrance) Thursdays from 10am to 10:30am
Build early literacy skills by listening to stories and singing interactive songs. Ages 0-5 Thursdays, 10:30am to 11am (except except 12/26 & 1/2)
Explore different recipes for monthly holidays or seasons. Everyone picks from the chosen cookbook and shares their dish with the group. Cookbook will be on display at the front desk leading up to the program date. Ages 18+ First Saturday of the month (March, April, May) from 11am to 12pm March 1st (Register beginning 2/15) […]
July 6th, 2024: 11am - 1pm -Featured Artist(s): Waverly Brown & Molly Leech -Art goes up on May 31 & Taken down on August 1 September 7th, 2024: 11am - 1pm -Featured Artist(s): Amy Keston & Sharon Mills -Art goes up on August 1 & Taken down on September 30 November 2nd, 2024: 11am - […]
Get your steps in! Join us for a walk. Get support in reaching your fitness goals. Walk starts in the library’s parking lot and will return there. All fitness levels welcome. Ages 18+ Monday & Wednesday mornings from 8:30am to 9:30am
Discover and experiment with activities about wind and movement. Register beginning 2/17. Ages 3 to 5 Summerville: Mon, March 3rd 10:30-11:15AM Register Online Here! 76 Old Trolley Rd, Summerville, SC North Charleston: Tues, March 4th 10:30-11:15AM Register Online Here! 2824 Bacons Bridge Rd, Summerville, SC Ashley River: Wed, March 5th 10:30-11:15AM Register Online Here! 8620 […]
Join us for a few laps around the Library. Every Tuesday at 8:30am Ages 18+
Come read with us! Learn literacy tips, lap bounces, and songs you can sing at home, all while connecting with other caregivers of babies! For pre-walkers & their caregivers Tuesdays at 10:30am
Discover and experiment with activities about wind and movement. Register beginning 2/17. Ages 3 to 5 Summerville: Mon, March 3rd 10:30-11:15AM Register Online Here! 76 Old Trolley Rd, Summerville, SC North Charleston: Tues, March 4th 10:30-11:15AM Register Online Here! 2824 Bacons Bridge Rd, Summerville, SC Ashley River: Wed, March 5th 10:30-11:15AM Register Online Here! 8620 […]
Get your steps in! Join us for a walk. Get support in reaching your fitness goals. Walk starts in the library’s parking lot and will return there. All fitness levels welcome. Ages 18+ Monday & Wednesday mornings from 8:30am to 9:30am
Stop by with family and friends and help us complete a puzzle. All ages New puzzle on March 5, April 2 and May 7
LEGO Duplo and preschool storytime. Ages 5 & under Wednesdays at 10:30 (March 5 and 19, April 2 and 16, May 7 and 21)
Join us for walks on the nature path circling the Ashley River branch. Fitness walks for senior adults, ages 50+, will meet every Thursday, weather permitting. Thursdays from 10am to 10:30am
Schedule a 30 minute one-on-one session with a librarian to learn basic technology skills. Call 843-871-5075 Ext. 2 to schedule. For senior adults Every Thursday from 10am to 12pm
Enjoy a variety of STEAM activities, games, and networking with fellow homeschooling families. Registration required for breakout STEAM sessions. Ages 6 to 17 Fridays at 10am March 7: Fingerprint Forensics (registration opens 2/24) April 11: Origami Fun (registration opens 3/3) May 2: STEM Stations (registration opens 3/3)
Enjoy a variety of STEM activities, games, and networking with fellow homeschooling families. Registration required for breakout STEM sessions. Ages 6-17 Fridays at 10am Board Games & Activities (Registration not required): 12/6, 1/10, 2/7, 3/7, 4/4, & 5/2 December 6: No-Bake Desserts: Oreo Parfaits (Registration opens 12/2) Register here! January 10: Meet a Service Dog […]
Love Play-Doh but hate the mess it leaves? Worry not! Drop in for weekly Play-Doh play! We'll provide everything you need. Ages 5 & under Fridays at 10:30am
Shop our Friends of the Dorchester County Public Library book sale and get great deals!
Tour the world through your tastebuds! We will work together to prepare and sample a new dish each month. All dishes are vegetarian. Ages 18+ March 8: Colcannon - Ireland (Register from 2/15 to 3/1) Register Online Here! April 26: Shirazi Salad - Iran (Register from 4/1 to 4/17) Register Online Here! May 10: Chana […]
Get your steps in! Join us for a walk. Get support in reaching your fitness goals. Walk starts in the library’s parking lot and will return there. All fitness levels welcome. Ages 18+ Monday & Wednesday mornings from 8:30am to 9:30am
Come celebrate Pete the Cat's Birthday with a storytime and some cool cat crafts! All materials will be provided. Register beginning March 1st. Ages 3 to 7 Register online here! Monday, March 10th from 11am to 12pm
Join us for a few laps around the Library. Every Tuesday at 8:30am Ages 18+
Come read with us! Learn literacy tips, lap bounces, and songs you can sing at home, all while connecting with other caregivers of babies! For pre-walkers & their caregivers Tuesdays at 10:30am
Enjoy a cup of coffee, socialize, and color. Relax and express your creativity with adult coloring books and colored pencils, provided by the library. You're welcome to bring your own supplies as well! Ages 18+ Second & Fourth Tuesdays from 11am to 12pm
Get your steps in! Join us for a walk. Get support in reaching your fitness goals. Walk starts in the library’s parking lot and will return there. All fitness levels welcome. Ages 18+ Monday & Wednesday mornings from 8:30am to 9:30am
Storytime and sensory play. Ages 3 to 5 Wednesdays at 10:30 (March 12, April 9, and May 14)
High-energy storytime that focuses on movement, rhythm and fun with lively songs, stories, and plenty of opportunities for children to dance and learn. Ages 2 to 5 Wednesdays from 10:30am to 11am
Join us for walks on the nature path circling the Ashley River branch. Fitness walks for senior adults, ages 50+, will meet every Thursday, weather permitting. Thursdays from 10am to 10:30am
Schedule a 30 minute one-on-one session with a librarian to learn basic technology skills. Call 843-871-5075 Ext. 2 to schedule. For senior adults Every Thursday from 10am to 12pm
Love Play-Doh but hate the mess it leaves? Worry not! Drop in for weekly Play-Doh play! We'll provide everything you need. Ages 5 & under Fridays at 10:30am
Using the power of wind, we'll create and test out wind racers. Register beginning 2/24. Ages 6 to 11 Summerville: Mon, March 10th 3:30-4:30PM 76 Old Trolley Rd, Summerville, SC North Charelston: Tues, March 11th 3:30-4:30PM 8620 Patriot Blvd, North Charleston, SC St. George: Fri, March 14th 3:30-4:30PM 506 N Parler Ave, St. George, SC
Preschool drop-in hour of socialization and free play. Various toys and activities will be provided for little ones to explore, build, and play as they meet new friends! Ages 5 & under Saturdays, 3/15 - 4/12 & 5/3 - 5/24 from 10:30 - 11:30AM
Create self-care kits for the whole family, or just indulge yourself — There's no wrong answer! Ages 18+ Saturday, March 15 from 10:30 am-12 pm: Salt or Sugar Scrubs (Register beginning 3/1) Register Online Here! Saturday, May 17 from 10:30 am-12 pm: Lotions (Register beginning 5/1) Register Online Here!
Join Ms. Beth and Pudding, a certified therapy dog from the Alliance of Therapy Dogs, for a special preschool age storytime! Ages 3 to 6 Saturdays with time slots at 1:00 - 1:30 PM & 1:30 - 2:00 PM March 15 (Register beginning 3/1) April 12 (Register beginning 3/29) May 17 (Register beginning 5/3)
Get your steps in! Join us for a walk. Get support in reaching your fitness goals. Walk starts in the library’s parking lot and will return there. All fitness levels welcome. Ages 18+ Monday & Wednesday mornings from 8:30am to 9:30am
Practice your interviewing skills to help land your next job! Call 843-871-5075 Ext. 2 to schedule. Open to ages 16+ Mondays from 10am to 12pm in the SC Room March 17, April 7, & May 12
Join us for a few laps around the Library. Every Tuesday at 8:30am Ages 18+
Come read with us! Learn literacy tips, lap bounces, and songs you can sing at home, all while connecting with other caregivers of babies! For pre-walkers & their caregivers Tuesdays at 10:30am
Explore the force of wind and movement & create a wind chime. Register beginning 3/3. Ages 12 to 18 Summerville: Mon, March 17th 3:00-4:00PM 76 Old Trolley Rd, Summerville, SC North Charleston: Tues, March 18th 11:00-12:00PM 8620 Patriot Blvd, North Charleston, SC Ashley River: Wed, March 19th 3:00-4:00PM 2824 Bacons Bridge Rd, Summerville, SC St. […]
Get your steps in! Join us for a walk. Get support in reaching your fitness goals. Walk starts in the library’s parking lot and will return there. All fitness levels welcome. Ages 18+ Monday & Wednesday mornings from 8:30am to 9:30am
LEGO Duplo and preschool storytime. Ages 5 & under Wednesdays at 10:30 (March 5 and 19, April 2 and 16, May 7 and 21)
High-energy storytime that focuses on movement, rhythm and fun with lively songs, stories, and plenty of opportunities for children to dance and learn. Ages 2 to 5 Wednesdays from 10:30am to 11am
Join us for walks on the nature path circling the Ashley River branch. Fitness walks for senior adults, ages 50+, will meet every Thursday, weather permitting. Thursdays from 10am to 10:30am
Schedule a 30 minute one-on-one session with a librarian to learn basic technology skills. Call 843-871-5075 Ext. 2 to schedule. For senior adults Every Thursday from 10am to 12pm
Love Play-Doh but hate the mess it leaves? Worry not! Drop in for weekly Play-Doh play! We'll provide everything you need. Ages 5 & under Fridays at 10:30am
Read to a therapy dog! Build confidence and reading skills by reading to Pudding, a certified therapy dog from the Alliance of Therapy Dogs. Bring your favorite book or pick out a new one to read. Ages 6 to 12 Fridays from 3pm to 4pm March 21 (Register beginning 3/7) May 23 (Register beginning 5/9)
Explore the force of wind and movement & create a wind chime. Register beginning 3/3. Ages 12 to 18 Summerville: Mon, March 17th 3:00-4:00PM 76 Old Trolley Rd, Summerville, SC North Charleston: Tues, March 18th 11:00-12:00PM 8620 Patriot Blvd, North Charleston, SC Ashley River: Wed, March 19th 3:00-4:00PM 2824 Bacons Bridge Rd, Summerville, SC St. […]
Please join Danny from Wild Birds Unlimited in Nexton and learn about the basics of backyard birding, and how to attract and identify common birds. Adults Saturday, March 22 from 10am to 1pm
Preschool drop-in hour of socialization and free play. Various toys and activities will be provided for little ones to explore, build, and play as they meet new friends! Ages 5 & under Saturdays, 3/15 - 4/12 & 5/3 - 5/24 from 10:30 - 11:30AM
Compete in a NBA 2K Tournament using the Playstation 5! First place will win a prize. Register beginning 3/1. Ages 12 to 18 Register online here! Saturday, March 22 from 2pm - 4:30pm
Get rid of your old craft supplies and maybe find a new craft to start! Bring in supplies beginning March 16th. All Ages! March 23rd from 2pm to 4pm
Get your steps in! Join us for a walk. Get support in reaching your fitness goals. Walk starts in the library’s parking lot and will return there. All fitness levels welcome. Ages 18+ Monday & Wednesday mornings from 8:30am to 9:30am
Participants will learn the timeless art of calligraphy in this 4-session workshop. Materials will be provided. Register beginning March 3rd. Ages 10 to 17 Monday, March 24 through Thursday, March 27 from 2:00-3:00pm
Join us for a few laps around the Library. Every Tuesday at 8:30am Ages 18+
Come read with us! Learn literacy tips, lap bounces, and songs you can sing at home, all while connecting with other caregivers of babies! For pre-walkers & their caregivers Tuesdays at 10:30am
Enjoy a cup of coffee, socialize, and color. Relax and express your creativity with adult coloring books and colored pencils, provided by the library. You're welcome to bring your own supplies as well! Ages 18+ Second & Fourth Tuesdays from 11am to 12pm
Get your steps in! Join us for a walk. Get support in reaching your fitness goals. Walk starts in the library’s parking lot and will return there. All fitness levels welcome. Ages 18+ Monday & Wednesday mornings from 8:30am to 9:30am
Join us in making a life-saving difference at the Ashley River Library Blood Drive. Let's come together, support our community, and save lives. Registration details coming soon! Wednesday, March 26th from 10am to 3pm
Join us for a special monthly storytime with a community helper! Ages 5 & under Wednesday at 10:30 (March 26, April 23, May 28)
Join us for walks on the nature path circling the Ashley River branch. Fitness walks for senior adults, ages 50+, will meet every Thursday, weather permitting. Thursdays from 10am to 10:30am
Schedule a 30 minute one-on-one session with a librarian to learn basic technology skills. Call 843-871-5075 Ext. 2 to schedule. For senior adults Every Thursday from 10am to 12pm
Love Play-Doh but hate the mess it leaves? Worry not! Drop in for weekly Play-Doh play! We'll provide everything you need. Ages 5 & under Fridays at 10:30am
Preschool drop-in hour of socialization and free play. Various toys and activities will be provided for little ones to explore, build, and play as they meet new friends! Ages 5 & under Saturdays, 3/15 - 4/12 & 5/3 - 5/24 from 10:30 - 11:30AM
Join Dorchester Paws to make enrichment toys, kennel cards, and other items for the shelter animals while learning about donations, adoptions, giving back, and the Dorchester Paws organization! Ages 7 to 12 Saturday, March 29th from 1pm to 4pm
Join other gamers for a chance to chat, hang out, and (of course) play video and board games! Ages 12 to 18 Sundays from 2:30 - 4:00 PM 3/30, 4/13, 5/4, & 5/18
Get your steps in! Join us for a walk. Get support in reaching your fitness goals. Walk starts in the library’s parking lot and will return there. All fitness levels welcome. Ages 18+ Monday & Wednesday mornings from 8:30am to 9:30am
Bring unopened bags of pet food to benefit Dorchester Paws and get books during the month of April! Adults
Join us for a few laps around the Library. Every Tuesday at 8:30am Ages 18+
Come read with us! Learn literacy tips, lap bounces, and songs you can sing at home, all while connecting with other caregivers of babies! For pre-walkers & their caregivers Tuesdays at 10:30am
Preschool drop-in playtime with various types of blocks designed to encourage the development of early literacy skills and lifelong learning! Ages 5 & under Tuesdays, 3/11 - 5/20 from 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Drop off your stuffed animal or doll at the library any time before 6pm for a special Stuffies Only Sleepover! They'll head off on their library adventures and return with new stories to tell! Pick up your stuffie anytime 10a-8p on Thursday April 3 or join us for Thursday Storytime at 10:30a with your favorite […]
Get your steps in! Join us for a walk. Get support in reaching your fitness goals. Walk starts in the library’s parking lot and will return there. All fitness levels welcome. Ages 18+ Monday & Wednesday mornings from 8:30am to 9:30am
Stop by with family and friends and help us complete a puzzle. All ages New puzzle on March 5, April 2 and May 7
LEGO Duplo and preschool storytime. Ages 5 & under Wednesdays at 10:30 (March 5 and 19, April 2 and 16, May 7 and 21)
Join us for walks on the nature path circling the Ashley River branch. Fitness walks for senior adults, ages 50+, will meet every Thursday, weather permitting. Thursdays from 10am to 10:30am
Schedule a 30 minute one-on-one session with a librarian to learn basic technology skills. Call 843-871-5075 Ext. 2 to schedule. For senior adults Every Thursday from 10am to 12pm
All Dorchester County Library locations and book drops will be closed for a Staff Training Day.
Love Play-Doh but hate the mess it leaves? Worry not! Drop in for weekly Play-Doh play! We'll provide everything you need. Ages 5 & under Fridays at 10:30am
Preschool drop-in hour of socialization and free play. Various toys and activities will be provided for little ones to explore, build, and play as they meet new friends! Ages 5 & under Saturdays, 3/15 - 4/12 & 5/3 - 5/24 from 10:30 - 11:30AM
Explore different recipes for monthly holidays or seasons. Everyone picks from the chosen cookbook and shares their dish with the group. Cookbook will be on display at the front desk leading up to the program date. Ages 18+ First Saturday of the month (March, April, May) from 11am to 12pm March 1st (Register beginning 2/15) […]
Did you know that Charleston tea is unique among all teas? Come to our tea tasting and learn all about the history of tea in the lowcountry. Register between March 15th through March 29th. Register online here! Ages 18+ Sunday, April 6th from 2pm to 3pm
Celebrate your accomplishments and learn how to self-promote! Ages 18+ April 6th at 3pm
