The Charleston County Public Library offers the following free programs in March for children, teens and adults. 

American Injustice: Mercy, Humanity and Making a Difference

Throughout March

All CCPL branches

Participate in a variety of programs centered around the work of Bryan Stevenson, founder and executive director of the Equal Justice Initiative and one of the most acclaimed and respected lawyers in the nation. Stevenson, who will visit Charleston on March 31 for a free book signing and lecture at the Sottile Theatre, is the author of Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption, a memoir. In light of Stevenson’s visit, CCPL will feature programs that include book discussions, panel presentations and speakers to discuss how his life’s work can make a difference in the community. Programs are offered through a partnership with the College of Charleston’s Race and Social Justice Initiative, funded by Google. Books were purchased with the generous support of Starbucks. *See individual program descriptions throughout the calendar.

Saul Alexander Gallery Exhibit

Throughout March

Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930

Tragedy and Triumph by Chad Myers Williams
Through photographic portraits and interviews of survivors of the Khmer Rouge regime in Cambodia, this exhibit suggests there is more to Cambodia’s recent history than just tragedy – there's also triumph.

Women’s History Month Trivia (grades 6-12) 

Throughout March 

Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930

Teen Lounge

Test your knowledge with Women’s History Month trivia questions, and receive a sweet treat for correct answers.

Early Literacy Station
Throughout March
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930 

Visit the Early Literacy Station for a fun activity based on the S.C. Day-by-Day Family Literacy Activity Calendar. The theme for March is seasons. 

Activity Zone (grades K-5)

Throughout March

James Island Library – 1248 Camp Road: 795-6679

Enjoy puzzles, mazes and coloring activities.

She Said What? (grades 6-12)

Throughout March

James Island Library – 1248 Camp Road: 795-6679

Celebrate Women’s History Month, and win a prize by correctly identifying the famous woman responsible for the quote of the week.

Adult Trivia

Throughout March

John L. Dart Library – 1067 King Street: 722-7550

Stop by the Customer Service desk, and answer a visual trivia question correctly for a prize.

Early Literacy Station 

Throughout March 

John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945

Visit the Early Literacy Station for a fun activity based on the S.C. Day-by-Day Family Literacy Activity Calendar. The theme for March is seasons. 

Tech Help: Book-a-Librarian

Throughout March

John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945

Want to learn how to use the library's downloadable media on your tablet, phone, e-reader or laptop? Call 843-559-1945, and make an appointment with a librarian for a 30-minute one-on-one session.

31 Days of Wonder (ages 12 and younger)
Throughout March 

John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945

Read a quote from 365 Days of Wonder, and discuss it with a children’s librarian for a ticket to a prize drawing.

The Kiawah Island Photography Club Display

Throughout March

John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945

Members of the Kiawah Island Photography Club exhibit their photos of a variety of subjects including native wildlife, Lowcountry scenes and pictures taken when traveling.

Name that Mother Trivia (teens)

Throughout March

Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library – 1735 N. Woodmere Drive: 766-2546

Guess the name of the famous featured mother, and win a treat. Limited to two entries per student each day.

Do You Speak Emoji? (adults)
Throughout March

Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library – 1735 N. Woodmere Drive: 766-2546

Read emoji symbols to decipher the book title. All correct entries will be entered into a gift card drawing April 1.

Early Literacy Station 

Throughout March

Mt. Pleasant Regional Library – 1133 Mathis Ferry Road: 849-6161

Visit the Early Literacy Station for a fun activity based on the S.C. Day-by-Day Family Literacy Activity Calendar. The theme for March is seasons. 

Women’s History Month Trivia (adults)
Throughout March

Cooper River Memorial Library – 3503 Rivers Avenue: 744-2489

Answer a daily trivia question correctly for a chance to win a prize.

National Reading Month (teens)
Throughout March

Cooper River Memorial Library – 3503 Rivers Avenue: 744-2489

Check out a YA book, and receive an edible book to enjoy at home.

Guess the Emoji

Throughout March

Cooper River Memorial Library – 3503 Rivers Avenue: 744-2489

Visit the circulation desk, and guess the daily emoji meaning to receive a sweet treat.

Wind and Weather: Puzzles and Prizes (ages 11 and younger) 

Throughout March 

Cooper River Memorial Library – 3503 Rivers Avenue: 744-2489

Solve the weekly word search to enter a drawing for a cool kite.

Crafternoons

Weekdays throughout March from 3-5 p.m.
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930

Check out the art cart for all the supplies and ideas you need to enjoy an afternoon of creativity. 

Tuesday Newsday (grades 6-12) 

Tuesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29

Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930

Teen Lounge 

Show off your news knowledge on a trivia quiz, and win candy for correct answers.

Dr. Seuss Birthday Party 

Tuesday, March 1 at 10:30 a.m.
Poe/Sullivan’s Island Library – 1921 I’on Avenue: 883-3914

Enjoy listening to Dr. Seuss favorites, celebrate his 112th birthday with Mayor Pat O’Neil and other guest readers, and try Cat in the Hat cupcakes.

Read Across America Celebration

Tuesday, March 1 at 10:30 a.m.
Village Library – 430 Whilden Street: 884-9741

Enjoy listening to Dr. Seuss favorites, and celebrate his 112th birthday with Mt. Pleasant Fire Chief Herb Williams.

Tech Tuesday: CCPL Website 101

Tuesday, March 1 at 12 p.m. 

Poe/Sullivan’s Island Library – 1921 I’on Avenue: 883-3914

Learn to reserve books, manage your library account and access other valuable online resources with your CCPL card.

Great Decisions Foreign Policy Discussion Group (adults)

Tuesday, March 1 and Thursday, March 3 from 2-4 p.m.: Climate Change

Tuesday, March 8 and Thursday, March 10 from 2-4 p.m.: Cuba and the U.S.

Mt. Pleasant Regional Library – 1133 Mathis Ferry Road: 849-6161

Enjoy the conclusion of the 2016 series. Each week, read the briefing book for background information, then join one or both of the two discussion groups available per topic. For more information, email MtpReference@ccpl.org or call 843-849-6161.

Edisto Book Club

Tuesday, March 1 at 3 p.m.

Edisto Library – 1589 Highway 174: 869-2355

50 Children by Steven Pressman.

Quiz Bowl (grades K-5)

Tuesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 after school

John L. Dart Library – 1067 King Street: 722-7550

Challenge yourself to answer the trivia question correctly, and win a prize.

Teen Movie Time (grades 6-12)

Tuesday, March 1 from 3:30-5:15 p.m.

John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945

Pixels. Rated PG-13; 106 minutes.

Afterschool Cool: Stories and a Craft (ages 6-11) 

Tuesday, March 1 at 4 p.m. 

Hurd/St. Andrews Regional Library – 1735 N. Woodmere Drive: 766-2546

Celebrate National Pig Day with stories and activities about Mo Willems' Elephant and Piggie series.

Not Fiction Book Discussion

Tuesday, March 1 at 6:30 p.m.

Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930

Barbarian Days: A Surfing Life by William Finnegan.

Web Wednesday (grades 6-12) 

Wednesdays, March 2, 9, 16 and 23

Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930

Teen Lounge

Check out a short collection of the latest and greatest viral videos and websites.

Midweek Crossword (grades 6-12)

Wednesdays, March 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30

John L. Dart Library – 1067 King Street: 722-7550

Challenge yourself, and solve clues.

Read Across America Celebration
Wednesday, March 2 at 9:15 a.m.
Main Library – 68 Calhoun Street, downtown: 805-6930

Enjoy listening to Dr. Seuss favorites, and celebrate his 112th birthday with local celebrities.

Read Across America Celebration (ages 2-5 with caregiver)

Wednesday, March 2 at 10 a.m.

Dorchester Road Regional Library – 6325 Dorchester Road: 552-6466

Enjoy listening to Dr. Seuss favorites, and celebrate his 112th birthday with a special guest reader.

Small Business Counseling with SCORE (adults) 

Wednesday, March 2 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945

Receive free, confidential counseling for your start-up idea or existing business from members of the Charleston Coastal Chapter of SCORE. 

Read Across America Celebration

Wednesday, March 2 at 10:30 a.m.

John L. Dart Library – 1067 King Street: 722-7550

Enjoy listening to Dr. Seuss favorites, and celebrate his 112th birthday with a mystery reader.

Read Across America Celebration

Wednesday, March 2 at 10:30 a.m.

John’s Island Regional Library – 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945

Enjoy listening to Dr. Seuss favorites, and celebrate his 112th birthday with a special guest reader.

Read Across America Celebration 

Wednesday, March 2 at 10:30 a.m.

Mt. Pleasant Regional Library – 1133 Mathis Ferry Road: 849-6161

Enjoy listening to Dr. Seuss favorites, and celebrate his 112th birthday with a special guest reader.

Read Across America Celebration

Wednesday, March 2 at 10:30 a.m.

Cooper River Memorial Library – 3503 Rivers Avenue: 744-2489

Enjoy listening to Dr. Seuss favorites, and celebrate his 112th birthday with a special guest reader.