Read a variety of books and enjoy lively discussion in a friendly, casual atmosphere.

Mahjong is a rummy-like game played with tiles rather than cards. The game originated in China, but its exact origins are shrouded in story and myth. The program starts with 30 minutes of instruction, followed by an hour of playing. All skills levels welcome.

Read a variety of books and enjoy lively discussion in a friendly, casual atmosphere.

Explore the history and significance of eastern art traditions with award-winning Indian folk artist Jugnu Verma. Learn how henna powder is prepared and leave with a beautiful henna tattoo. All materials provided. To register, call or click the link below.

Dive into an ocean of possibilities. Sign up for summer reading, enjoy fun activities, crafts, snacks and more. (all ages)

This non-fiction book club reads a selection of micro-histories exploring the natural and manmade world around us. Open to anyone curious about the wonders of life.

Mahjong is a rummy-like game played with tiles rather than cards. The game originated in China, but its exact origins are shrouded in legend and myth. The program starts with 30 minutes of instruction, followed by an hour of playing. All skill levels welcome. To register, call or click the link below.

Discover Ikebana, the art of beautifully arranged cut flowers, leaves and stems that evolved in Japan over seven centuries ago and create your own flower arrangement. To register, call or click the link below. Materials will be provided to the first 12 registrants. Additional attendees are welcome to observe the presentation. 

Snuggle up to a great book. Throw on your pj’s, grab your blanket and stuffed animal friend, and join us for a soothing evening of stories, songs and rhymes. (all ages)

Prepare to be amazed as Chad Crews reveals the unlimited possibilities of good readers. Enjoy stories, magic, a live animal, music and more. (grades K–5)

Kick off an eventful summer, meet new friends and play some games. From get-to-know-you activities to board games, snacks and social time, there’s a little bit for everyone. (grades 6–12)

Storytime is a fun way to introduce your little ones to literature and allow all ages to experience the best in books, nursery rhymes, finger plays, storytelling, songs and more. (all ages)

Storytime is a fun way to introduce your little ones to literature and allow all ages to experience the best in books, nursery rhymes, finger plays, storytelling, songs and more. (all ages)

What does water mean to you? Discover how to create a personal relationship and connection to the world’s most amazing non-renewable resource with the guidance of SCDNR. Continue to connect at home by arranging an aquatic terrarium to keep. All materials provided. Call or click below to register. (grades 4–12)

Be amazed by all the colors of the sea as we read stories featuring fun fish friends and create our own colorful creatures. Call or click below to register. (grades K–5)

Explore the depths of the deep blue sea with some ocean-themed stories and crafts. Call or click below to register. (grades K–5)

Set sail on a thrilling action-packed adventure about a crew of quirky pirates marooned on a desert island. With mutiny and high-tide looming, they must rescue their salty captain and find a way to repair their ship before all hope is lost at sea. Conduct several hands-on science experiments that ‘ARRR’ sure to amaze you as we explore the incredible science behind clouds, physical and chemical changes, air pressure and more. (grades K–5)

Albert Einstein once said, “You have to color outside the lines once in a while if you want to make your life a masterpiece.” Explore a variety of art techniques with oil pastels as you create your own masterpiece. Call or click below to register. (grades 4–7)

Discover the possibilities your local waterways – Broad, Lower Saluda and Congaree – have to offer and what you can do to help preserve them with Bill Stangler, the Congaree Riverkeeper. (grades 6–12)

Mahjong is a rummy-like game played with tiles rather than cards. The game originated in China, but its exact origins are shrouded in legend and myth. The program starts with 30 minutes of instruction, followed by an hour of playing. All skill levels welcome. To register, call or click the link below.

If you’ve always wanted to write a blog but don’t know where to start, this two-part blogging program is for you. In the first session, we will discuss free blogging portals like Blogger and WordPress. In session two, Tiffany Nettles, owner and manager of Columbia Mom and Charleston Moms, will talk about her blogging journey, and share tips and tricks for having a successful blog.

Read a variety of books and enjoy lively discussion in a friendly, casual atmosphere.

Join the South Carolina Aquarium and uncover the mysteries of the deep. Learn about the unique adaptations of deep-sea animals and the tools scientists use to study them. Then put your knowledge to the test as you interact with marine animals. (grades K–5)

Explore the history and significance of eastern art traditions with award-winning Indian folk artist Jugnu Verma. Rangoli is an Indian art form where designs are created on floors or tabletops with colored powders, flower petals and grains. All materials provided. To register, call or click the link below.

Put your creative skills to the test with improvisational games styled after those used by real acting groups. No experience necessary. (grades 6–12)

Explore a variety of materials as you build your own puppet pal. We’ll read some fun stories along the way to spark those creative ideas. Call or click below to register. (grades K–5)

Snuggle up to a great book. Throw on your pj’s, grab your blanket and stuffed animal friend, and join us for a soothing evening of stories, songs and rhymes. (all ages)

The didgeridoo — known for its otherworldly sound — has been played by Aboriginal Australians for at least 1,500 years. Join DDU for an interactive, educational, motivational and super fun Australian adventure. Enjoy music, culture, puppetry, comedy, character building and storytelling. (grades K–5)

July is Worldwide Watercolor Month. Explore color and texture by utilizing watercolors and other materials to create your own masterpiece. Call or click below to register. (grades 6–12)

Storytime is a fun way to introduce your little ones to literature and allow all ages to experience the best in books, nursery rhymes, finger plays, storytelling, songs and more. (all ages)

This non-fiction book club reads a selection of micro-histories exploring the natural and manmade world around us. Open to anyone curious about the wonders of life.

Storytime is a fun way to introduce your little ones to literature and allow all ages to experience the best in books, nursery rhymes, finger plays, storytelling, songs and more. (all ages)

Mahjong is a rummy-like game played with tiles rather than cards. The game originated in China, but its exact origins are shrouded in legend and myth. The program starts with 30 minutes of instruction, followed by an hour of playing. All skill levels welcome. To register, call or click the link below.

If you’ve always wanted to write a blog but don’t know where to start, this two-part blogging program is for you. In the first session, we will discuss free blogging portals like Blogger and WordPress. In session two, Tiffany Nettles, owner and manager of Columbia Mom and Charleston Moms, will talk about her blogging journey, and share tips and tricks for having a successful blog.

Calling all trainers: Pokémon have invaded the Irmo Branch. Explore the library as you search for Pokémon with this interactive scavenger hunt and help us “catch ’em all.” (grades K–5)

The Outer Banks of North Carolina have a reputation for being the Graveyard of the Atlantic. There are estimates approaching 3,000 shipwrecks along the islands, going back to the first English settlements in America. These include ships sunk by German U-Boats, an exploding steamship in 1838, and a freighter on its maiden voyage from Philadelphia to Havana that ran aground on the shores of Cape Lookout. Learn about these shipwrecks from Lt. Colonel John Miles, USMC, Retired.

Stories can be told in a variety of ways. Dive in for some exciting storytelling, puppetry, songs and more. (all ages)

Pool noodles are not just for swimming. Beat boredom and the summer heat with pool noodle games and challenges. (grades 4–7)

Experience the classics of literature come to life in eerie and unexpected ways as you share in this fun, interactive journey with Storyteller Tim Sonefelt. (grades 4–12)

The seven seas are writhing with mutiny and peril in this team-building escape room. Gather three to six of your friends or family to escape the captain’s quarters before the mutineers get away with the treasure and blow the ship to smithereens. To register, call or click the link below.

Read a variety of books and enjoy lively discussion in a friendly, casual atmosphere.

In this updated adaptation of the classic tale, a hardworking fisherman finds himself at the mercy of a wife who is never happy with anything. Will a magical fish who can grant wishes finally make her happy? Or will she find out the hard way that less is sometimes more? (grades K–5)

If you’ve ever been curious about popular yarn crafts but never known where to start, this program is for you. No experience necessary, all materials provided. Call or click below to register. (grades 6–12)

Mahjong is a rummy-like game played with tiles rather than cards. The game originated in China, but its exact origins are shrouded in legend and myth. The program starts with 30 minutes of instruction, followed by an hour of playing. All skill levels welcome. To register, call or click the link below.

Interested in getting some new greenery for your home? Is your current plant blooming so much you don’t know what to do with it? Visit the library and pick up, drop off or share cuttings from some fabulous plants.

Bid a fond farewell to summer vacation with games, snacks and friends while we “shore” up our confidence for the upcoming school year. (grades 6–12)

Learn the basics of the library’s ebook and audiobook platforms, Libby and Hoopla. We will show you how to sign up and read books on your phone, tablet or computer.

Snuggle up to a great book. Throw on your pj’s, grab your blanket and stuffed animal friend, and join us for a soothing evening of stories, songs and rhymes. (all ages)

Exercise your creativity, imagination and engineering know-how with Keva planks. (grades 4–7)

This non-fiction book club reads a selection of micro-histories exploring the natural and manmade world around us. Open to anyone curious about the wonders of life.

Mahjong is a rummy-like game played with tiles rather than cards. The game originated in China, but its exact origins are shrouded in legend and myth. The program starts with 30 minutes of instruction, followed by an hour of playing. All skill levels welcome. To register, call or click the link below.

Reflect on all the fun you had the past few months while creating a summer scrapbook. Craft with a variety of materials and colors to tell the story of your summer. All materials provided — feel free to bring photos to add to your book as well. Call or click below to register. (grades K–5)

Mahjong is a rummy-like game played with tiles rather than cards. The game originated in China, but its exact origins are shrouded in legend and myth. The program starts with 30 minutes of instruction, followed by an hour of playing. All skill levels welcome. To register, call or click the link below.

Read a variety of books and enjoy lively discussion in a friendly, casual atmosphere.