Charleston County Public Library Seeks Community Input on Programs, Events and Makerspace for New St. Paul’s Hollywood Library

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Charleston County Public Library wants your input. CCPL is hosting a community forum on Tuesday, Sept. 17 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. to collect input and opinions from community members about potential programs, events and makerspace equipment for the new St. Paul’s Hollywood Library. The information collected during this forum will be used to develop a program guide for the branch as well as guide the purchase of creative studio tools. The new library is expected to open in early 2020.

“Libraries are a place for the community, by the community,” said CCPL Executive Director Angela Craig. “Forums like these provide invaluable input and let the community be a part of shaping and molding the programs they would like to experience inside their library.” The event will be held in the Baptist Hill High School Cafeteria (5117 Baptist Hill Road, Yonges Island, SC).

This new library is one of several in development after the passing of a 2014 $108.5 million referendum calling for new facilities and the renovation and update of the existing branches. The referendum was approved by 74% of Charleston County voters. Visit ccpl.org/construction for details and building project updates. For more information on CCPL programs, visit ccpl.org/programming.

St. Paul’s/Hollywood Library rendering

Frequently Asked Questions:

What is a program?

A library program focuses on providing attendees a valuable and engaging experience that meets one or more of the following goals:

  • Provides opportunities for continuing education and lifelong learning
  • Fosters literacy, workforce development, educational success and community engagement
  • Serves our community’s diversity through engaging entertainment enrichment, and opportunities to encounter new ideas and learn new skills
  • Offers a dynamic exchange of information
  • Facilitates wide-ranging discussions and supports civic dialogue
  • Fosters community networks and introduces residents
  • Allows exploration of ideas in a safe environment
  • Enhances the library’s role as a community resource
  • Introduces patrons and non-users to library resources, services or programs
  • Builds stronger communities
  • Expands the visibility of the library

What is a creative studio?

A creative studio, also referred to as a makerspace, is an area in which people can gather to work on Do-It-Yourself (DIY) projects while sharing ideas, equipment and knowledge. It also serves as an instructional space for these projects and use of equipment. This space will feature a variety of tools, based on the community’s interests or needs. For example, a makerspace may include crafting materials, sewing machines, or technology like 3D printers. Each makerspace is unique to the community it serves. 
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