HAPPY NEW YEAR

It's almost 2016!  It always seems that time speeds up towards the end of a year. 
Have you made any New Year's Resolutions?  Probably one of the top resolutions is to loose weight, especially after eating all of the extra goodies starting at Thanksgiving and lasting through New Year's Eve.

But maybe you'd like to learn a new craft or hobby. CCPL has books to help you get started on learning to knit, crochet, quilt, or make your own jewelry. Learn about woodworking, start a stamp or coin collection, or learn about antiques.  You might also want to learn more about gardening or begin to learn about your ancestors. How about learning a foreign language before your next overseas vacation.  Perhaps you'd like to make more time for leisure reading.  The possibilities are endless.

If you make a list of New Year's Resolutions, be sure to list more visits to the library.  We're always happy to see you and to help you find just the right information that you need.

Thanks for reading.

HOLIDAY HOURS

Library holiday closing schedule

All Charleston County Public Library locations will be closed the following dates in observance of the upcoming Christmas and New Year's holidays:
CLOSING EARLY:
Wednesday, December 23 at 6 p.m.
Thursday, December 31 at 6 p.m.
CLOSED:
Thursday, December 24 through Sunday, December 27
Friday, January 1

Book drops will be unavailable while the branches are closed so that our staff can spend time with their families. Please do not leave items outside the book drop. Any unsecured items left are the responsibility of the patron.

We hope you and your family and friends have a wonderful holiday reading good books and watching good movies.  Thanks for reading!

JANUARY CALENDAR

The January Calendar of Events is here.  Start off the New Year right and try some of our activities. 

We also have a new Computer Class Schedule out for January-March.  Have you been planning to take some computer classes?  CCPL offers free 2 hour classes- some of them at Mt. Pleasant.  Come in and look at the schedule.  They offer everything from classes for beginners to more advanced classes such as EXCEL.

2015 TOP TEN BOOKS

 

Librarians across the country have chosen these top ten books for all of 2015.  How many have you read?  Call 843-849-6161 or check our website and the catalog to place a hold.

Thanks for reading.

 

 

 

JANUARY TOP TEN BOOKS

These are the books that librarians across the country have chosen as the Top Ten for January 2016. Get your name on the waiting lists!

DOGS

Dogs are still considered man's best friend, even if you are a cat-lover.  Photographer Elias Friedman has chosen 1,000 of his close-up and personal photographs of dogs, and compiled the book, "The Dogist."

He likes to look into the eyes of his subjects.  There are photos of every kind of dog you can imagine.  Most of the photos are taken in New York City parks, and all of the dogs are identified by breed and their names.

You might think that Friedman would have a household of dogs, but he says he wouldn't be able to devote the time needed to a dog with his travel schedule. Check out the great pictures of these beautiful animals.

Thanks for reading.

CHRISTMAS AND HOLIDAY BOOKS

Would you like some inspiration for holiday decorating and cooking?  Tired of cooking the same dishes every year?  We have a display of holiday books at the Mt. Pleasant Regional Library that might help and inspire you.  Stop by and visit our display, which includes cookbooks, decorating books and fiction. 

 

 

Thanks for reading.

 

DECEMBER CALENDAR

Make your plans for library activities for December 2015.

COOKING FOR THANKSGIVING

There is probably no other holiday that revolves more around food than Thanksgiving.  That big meal signals a whole season of eating right up until New Year's Day.  There are of course more things to cook and eat besides turkey and dressing.  Check out some of our cookbooks to find new inspiration for your Thanksgiving feast.

"Festive feasts : meals and memories from Halloween to Christmas" by Jeni Potter-Scott

 

Start new traditions with some of the many recipes in this new book.

 

"Taste of home holidays & celebrations" / editor: Janet Briggs

 

Taste of Home cookbooks are submitted by real cooks across the USA.  They are uncomplicated and usually simple to prepare.

 

"Southern holidays : a savor the South cookbook" by Debbie Moose

 

This cookbook is divided into four seasons and contains regional specialities such as Cajun-style Rice

Dressing and Moravian Sugar Cake.





 

 

 

"Cool Thanksgiving dinner : beyond the basics for kids who cook" by Lisa Wagner

 

How about getting the kids to join in the cooking and preparation this year?  What about crunchy glazed carrots and Sweet and Tart Dutch Apple Pie for your Thanksgiving dinner?

 



 

 

Find these and many more cookbooks for the holiday season.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Thanks for reading.

PARIS

With the horrific news about the terrorist attacks on Paris, known as the City of Light, maybe you'd like to find out more about this beautiful city. What makes Paris one of the greatest cities in the world? 

"Paris" by Judith Mahoney Pasternak   
Paris is a city like no other in the world.  Find out why people fall in love with it.  This book has full color photos.

"The light of Paris " photographed by Jean-Michel Berts 

As king Francois Ier once said: "Paris is not a city, it's a world."  Spectacular black and white photos taken in the evening. 

 

 

Paris : the novel  by Edward Rutherfurd.

 

A very detailed historical novel of Paris.  Read about Paris through the centuries in this saga.

 

Find these and other books about Paris in our catalog.

 

Thanks for reading.

 

VETERAN'S DAY

Veterans Day closing All Charleston County Public Library locations and book drops will close the following dates in observance of Veterans Day: CLOSING EARLY Tuesday, November 10 at 6 p.m. CLOSED Wednesday, November 11 Book drops will be unavailable while the branches are closed so that staff can spend time with their families. Please do not leave items outside the book drop. Any unsecured items left are the responsibility of the patron.

OCTOBER TOP TEN BOOKS

Here are the Top Ten Books for October, chosen by librarians.  Notice that "After You" by Jojo Moyes is on the list.  This is a sequel to "Me Before You."  Reserve your copy today.

NOVEMBER TOP TEN BOOKS

 

 

 

 

These books have been nominate by librarians around the country.  Check the catalog for availability.  Thanks for reading.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SCARY BOOKS

Do you like to read books that make you uneasy and have nightmares?  Try one of these!

"Finders Keepers" by Stephen King is a novel featuring the same three characters who were in "Mr. Mercedes."  This is about literature, murder and finding a treasure. 

 

 

"The Ice Twins" by S. K. Tremayne  Angus and Sarah move to a small Scottish island to recover from the death of one of their twin girls.  They are devastated when the surviving twin tells them

they have mistaken her identity.

 

Some other writers who write scary, creepy novels are Dean Koontz, Bentley Little, Peter Straub, Scott Hawkins, Emily Schultz, and Paul Tremblay.  Come in to the Mt. Pleasant Library and let us help you find a scary book! 

LEARN A NEW LANGUAGE

Remember the demonstration this Saturday, October 24 between 1-3 of how to use Mango to learn a new language.  How about Italian or maybe something really different?  Russian or Japanese?  We hope to see you here at Mt. Pleasant Regional Library. 

If you're unable to come Saturday, call 843-849-6161 or stop by the Reference Desk for information on how to access Mango.

Thanks for reading.

NOVEMBER CALENDAR

We are getting ready to enter the busiest time of the year- Halloween is soon, then Thanksgiving and right around the corner Hanakuh and Christmas!  Check out the MTP calendar and events flyer so you won't miss out on our fun activities.

READ FOR THE RECORD

Read for the Record: October 22 Read for the Record Storytime Jumpstart's Read for the Record aims to bring children and adults together to read the same book, on the same day, in homes and communities all over the world. Enjoy listening to Not Norman: A Goldfish Story by Kelly Bennett.    Thursday, October 22 Edisto Library, 9 a.m.  James Island Library, 10:30 a.m.  John's Island Regional Library, 10:30 a.m.  Cooper River Memorial Library, 10:30 a.m.  Otranto Road Regional Library, 10:30 a.m.  John L. Dart Library, 10:30 a.m.  Presbyterian Church on Edisto Island Kindergarten, 11:30 a.m. Mt. Pleasant Regional Library, 11:30 a.m.  McClellanville Library, 3:30 p.m.  John L. Dart Library, 3:30 p.m.

THE KENNEDY FAMILY

Anything written about the Kennedy family is almost assured of becoming a best seller.  People have not lost their fascination with the Kennedys and are eager to read about them.  There are two new books recently released about this famous family.

"A common struggle : a personal journey through the past and future of mental illness and addiction" by Patrick J. Kennedy and Stephen Fried

 

Former Congressman and Ted Kennedy's son writes about his struggles with addiction and bi-polar disorder.  He also discusses what needs to be done in the US to help people and their families.

 

 

"Rosemary : the hidden Kennedy daughter" by Kate Clifford Larson.

 

The beautiful daughter of the powerful and prominent Kennedy had the best of everything, but something wasn't quite like the other Kennedy daughters.  She was considered "intellectually disabled."  As she got older the Kennedy family was not comfortable having her seen in public. She was institutionalized and had a lobotomy and basically hidden away the remainder of her life.

 

 

 

 

Find these and more books about other Kennedy family members.

 

Thanks for reading.

THAT BIG BOOK SALE

It's not too early to think about Christmas shopping and our book sale is a great place to find gifts.  Many of the books are in brand new condition. All proceeds go to The Friends of the Library to support library programs.

OCTOBER CALENDAR

 

Join us for some of our activities in October. 

Try something new- learn a new language with Mango.  See a demonstration on Saturday, October 24th from 1-3 p.m.

 

OLD TITLES- NEW COPIES

Sometimes our books get damaged and we have to recycle them.  Unfortunately sometimes these books are part of a series or from a popular author.  The library sometimes reorders books when they come out in paperback.

We've just received new paperback copies of several of Dorothea Benton Frank's books.  We also added titles by James Patterson, David Baldacci and Louise Penney. 

Check our catalog to find books that you may have missed when they were first released.

 

 

 

 

Thanks for reading!

SEPTEMBER CALENDAR- NEW PROGRAM

It's hard to believe that September is almost here.  Don't miss out on any of our great programing for this month.
 
We have a new program starting this month.  Senior Social Hour will have its first meeting in the auditorium Monday, 10-11 a.m. September 14.  Come join us for a chat, coffee and a breakfast treat.
Meet new people and learn more about what the library has to offer.

LIBRARY CARD SIGN-UP MONTH

Library Card Sign-up Month

A library card is the coolest card – September is Library Card Sign-up Month

Studies show that children who are read to in the home and who use the library perform better in school. September is Library Card Sign-up Month, a time when the CCPL joins with the American Library Association and public libraries nationwide to make sure that every student has the most import school supply of all – a free library card.

Resources at CCPL are available to anyone who has a library card. Students can turn to the library for materials, programs and knowledgeable library staff that support academic achievement. In addition to using your card to check out books, DVDs and CDs, a library card gives you free access to thousands of downloadable eBooks, audio books, eMagazines, music and music videos. It’s also your gateway to dozens of free, online databases that can help you learn a new language, write a winning resume, make a smart investment decision and even research your family’s genealogy.  

Today’s libraries aren’t only a place of quiet study, but also creative and engaging community centers where students can collaborate using new technologies or just relax with peers. 

“Our library provides access and programs for students of all ages,” says Doug Henderson. “For preschool age children we offer early literacy Babygarten and preschool storytimes to encourage school readiness, for older children and teens we supplement education with hands-on science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) programs and for older teens we have information and tools to help prepare for college and mentoring programs. There’s really something for everyone and it’s all free with a library card.”

SEPTEMBER TOP TEN BOOKS

 

 

 

These are books that librarians have voted as the top ten books for September.

 

Visit the library website to place these books on hold, or call us (843) 849-6161.

 

 

 

 

 

MORE GIRL WITH THE DRAGON TATTOO

Did you enjoy the series by Swedish author Stieg Larsson? Unfortunately Larsson died after writing three volumes in the series.
 Did you wish the story of Lisbeth Salander would continue?  Well, your wish has come true. The book "Girl in a Spider's Web" by David Lagercrantz will be released in September and is in the library catalog, so you may place a hold on the title!

The book continues the story of rebellious tech genius hacker Lizbeth Salander and journalist Mikael Blomqvist. The duo receive a tip that will be vital to the United States. 

If you haven't read the series, here are the first three titles: "Girl with the Dragon Tattoo"; "Girl Who Played with Fire"; and "Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest."

There are also films by the same titles.  Three are in Swedish with English subtitles, and one "Girl With the Dragon Tattoo" in English stars Daniel Craig.

 

 

Call 843-849-6161 if you'd like to place you name on the list for this book which is sure to be popular.  Thanks for reading.



SUMMER READING

Just a reminder, all entries for summer reading are due by August 10th.  Don't forget to turn yours in for the final drawings and prizes.

Thanks for reading this summer and participating in our summer programs!

Let us know what you thought about summer reading.

FREE MUSIC AND FILMS

Library adds streaming music and films

New streaming services are free for those with library cards

Charleston County residents now can stream a wide variety of music and award-winning independent films for free through two online services available from Charleston County Public Library. Anyone with a library card can enjoy the streaming services by visiting the library’s website – www.ccpl.org – and logging into either Freegal or IndieFlix on the site’s Downloadable Media page. With Freegal, customers can stream three hours of music daily and download five music tracks to keep each week. This free music service offers access to approximately 9 million songs from genres including rock, hip-hop, top 40, pop, country, classical, reggae, jazz, blues, Latin and more through the Sony Music Entertainment catalog. Fans of independent cinema can use the IndieFlix streaming film service to access award-winning shorts, feature films and documentaries, including some films shown at major festivals all over the world, including Sundance, Cannes and Tribeca. Users can instantly watch the thousands of films available from more than 50 countries and search films by language, genre, film length or country of origin. Customers can use the service on any Internet-enabled computer, smartphone or tablet with a web browser, along with Roku and xBox.

Access to streaming music and films is CCPL’s latest offering of free digital material available through the library’s website. Customers can download free eBooks, audio books and magazines plus enjoy interactive storybooks and online activities for children. So far this year, county residents have downloaded or checked out 200,000 digital titles from the library’s online services. The vast majority, approximately 60 percent, are free downloadable eBooks that people can read on their digital devices or computers. For a full list of all the free digital materials available, check the Downloadable Media link on the left side of the library’s homepage – www.ccpl.org.

RIVER DOGS GAME

Celebrate Reading at The Joe

Join the library for a fun night of baseball, and help celebrate reading at the Charleston RiverDogs game against the Savannah Sand Gnats on Sunday, August 9.The game is at 5:05 p.m. with gates opening at 4 p.m. And, kids under age 13 get a free meal. Thousands of RiverDogs tickets are being awarded to area residents who participate in Charleston County Public Library's 2014 Summer Reading Program. But, if you didn't get a ticket and still want to join the festivities, visit the RiverDogs website to purchase tickets or get your tickets at the gates.
This is a great opportunity to bring the whole family, enjoy a great evening of baseball and show your support for reading and literacy in Charleston County.

Thanks for reading with us this summer. 

AUGUST CALENDAR

It's almost time for summer to end and school to begin.  Your Mt. Pleasant Regional Library has some great programming for you in August.  Check out all of our activities for yourself and your family!

JOHN'S ISLAND BOOK SALE

 Christmas in July
Why not do your Christmas shopping and get like-new books for everyone on your list.

John's Island Book Sale July 24 - 25

John's Island Regional Library Book Sale The Charleston Friends of the Library are proud to present the John's Island Branch Book Sale of the Charleston County Public Library. With great bargains, good books and a chance to support your library system, all are invited to the John's Island Regional Branch, 3531 Maybank Highway, 29455.                     Friday, July 24 from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday, July 25 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Admission is free Friday and Saturday. A special event for members will be held at the branch Thursday, July 23 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Books, DVDs and CDs will be available, with prices starting at $1 for paperbacks and $3 for hardback books. Items include mysteries, romances, classics, children’s books, local histories, cookbooks and a variety of non-fiction topics. For more information, please visit http://www.charlestonlibraryfriends.org.

HEARTS MEND HEARTS

FOR RELEASE

CHARLESTON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARYHEARTS MEND HEARTS
July 21, 2015

Media contact: Jamie Thomas, 843-364-2030

 

Sandy Hook, Boston residents turned to art for help         Art workshops designed to help community healing
Sessions run through September ·    Drop-in sessions: o  Sundays, 2-4:30 p.m. o  Tuesdays, 5:30-7 p.m. ·    Structured workshops: o Thursdays, 5:30-7 p.m.	Charleston's heart is broken, and area residents are struggling with feelings of grief, fear, anger and helplessness as they try to understand the senseless murders at Emanuel AME Church.   Although grief doesn’t have a one-size-fits-all solution, residents in communities with other traumatic events – Sandy Hook and Boston –tapped into their creative process to find help with their feelings and emotions.     A new initiative, launched by HEARTS MEND HEARTS with Charleston County Public Library, is offering similar support to local residents faced with feelings of stress, dread or grief prompted by the church shooting.   Starting Sunday, July 26, local residents can work with experienced artists and mental health professionals during art-based sessions offered three days a week at Charleston County’s Main Library, 68 Calhoun Street.
The goal is to help individuals use art as a tool to tap into their creativity, express feelings and ultimately work toward healing – all while in a safe environment.   Drop-in art sessions will be offered on Sundays from 2-4:30 p.m. and Tuesdays from 5-7:30 p.m., and more structured, art-related workshop will be offered on Thursdays from 5-7:30 p.m. All workshops continue through the end of September. There is no age limit and no art experience is needed. Art materials are being provided for the free sessions.
The creative art process has been used for hundreds of years to help people identify emotions, encourage communication and promote healing. Understanding this connection, a group of local art therapists, educators, mental health professionals and artists joined together to create HEARTS MEND HEARTS in hopes of helping the Charleston community.    The professionals will lead attendees through the steps to create mandalas, an internationally recognized process that encourages individuals to identify personal emotions and reconcile conflicts.	Read how art and therapy helped other grief-stricken communities Studies have shown that art can help people by lowering blood pressure and reducing the stress and anxiety usually associated with feelings related to grief.   ·    Sandy Hook residents use art to help cope with grief after school shootings ·    Art helps victims of Boston bombing ·    Local artists helps in Bosnia ·    Foundation for Art and Healing
HEARTS MEND HEARTS includes numerous art and mental health professionals, all volunteering their time. The organization was started by a small group that included: Registered Art Therapist Dianne Tennyson Vincent, MAT, ATR; Psychiatrist Deborah Milling, MD; Psychoanalyst Sharon Martin, FNP, CNS, PhD; and Nationally Board Certified Art Educator Laura De LaMaza.

 

DEAD WAKE

Erik Larson has written another exciting book.  His previous book, "Devil in the White City" and "Isaac's Storm" have been bestsellers and are still popular.  "Devil in the White City" tells the story of a serial killer during the time of the World's Fair, and "Isaac's Storm" is about the devastating hurricane in Galveston, Texas. 
Try his latest book "Dead Wake", the story of the sinking of the Lusitania during World War I. Larson has a talent for making his readers feel as if they are part of the events.

Dead wake : the last crossing of the Lusitania / Erik Larson

 

Visit our website to place this title on hold.  While you're waiting for your copy try some of his other books.

 

Thanks for reading and we hope you're enjoying your summer.  Don't forget all of our Summer Reading programs!

 

BIOGRAPHIES

How about a biography or autobiography for your summer reading?  Here are two you might enjoy:

 

 

 

 

 

 

American wife : love, war, faith, and renewal / Taya Kyle with Jim DeFelice.

 

American sniper : the autobiography of the most lethal sniper in U.S. military history / Chris Kyle, with Scott McEwen and Jim DeFelice.

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIGITAL STORYTELLER

JULY TOP TEN BOOKS

Here are the top books that librarians have chosen for July 2015.  Check our catalog or call 843-849-6161 to check availability.
Thanks for reading.

JULY CALENDAR

We've been incredibly busy this summer with lots of programs for children.  Come enjoy the library and get out of the heat.  See our calendar for our activities for children, young adults and adults.

Loss of our coworker.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SUMMER READING

Summer Reading: June 1-August 10

Summer Reading begins June 1. Don't miss out on the great prizes.

This summer, from June 1 through August 10, Charleston County Public Library is rewarding everyone for simply reading. Starting Saturday, June 1, sign up at any of our 16 branch locations absolutely free. Don't Fall Behind: Why Summer Reading Is Important Watch this short video to see how reading over the summer keeps children moving forward with their learning. If children do not read over the summer, by the time school starts in the fall, they are two months behind those who did read. By fifth grade, the gap between summer readers and non-readers can range as high as 2.5 - 3 years. Mind the gap - visit your public library, and read!

Every Hero Has a Story is for ages 11 and younger. Children receive prizes for reading or listening to stories at levels of 5, 15 and 30 hours. Awards include the S.C. Reading Medal, passes to local attractions, karate lessons and branch grand prizes. Enjoy nearly 700 programs that include magicians, storytellers, live theatre and other exciting events. Every Baby Needs a Story is for pre-readers with activity sheets designed for caregivers and babies. Turn it in to win a board book for baby and a free tote bag for baby's grown up. Check out the fun events and prizes.

Unmask! Reading Contest is for students entering grades 6-12. Read anything you like, and win cool prizes, free food, passes to local attractions and gift cards. There will be bi-weekly prize drawings, grand prize drawings and rewards for reaching your reading goal. The more you read, the more you can win!       Teens earn cool reading rewards.

Designed for readers age 18 and older, Reading Wave rewards adults for reading with bi-weekly prizes and a grand prize drawing. Read along with Charleston County's youth and cash in - you deserve it!  Adults can win big with Summer Reading.