The Berkeley County Library System, SC

Anime Club Meetings in February!

2012-01-18T21:26:00.000-05:00

January Anime at Goose Creek, Sangaree and Moncks Corner Libraries

2011-12-16T17:07:00.000-05:00

Anime Club Meetings in December

2011-11-22T16:16:00.000-05:00

Make Angry Birds and Pigs at Goose Creek and Monck Corner Anime Clubs in December!

Moncks Corner Library

1003 Hwy 52

Angry Birds & Pigs

Tuesday, December 20th

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

SANGAREE

Family Snowflake Party at GC

2011-11-22T16:00:00.002-05:00

Registration required! Click on the image to increase its size

Halloween@your library!

2011-10-31T13:57:00.000-04:00

2011-10-27T18:46:00.001-04:00

Upcoming Seminars & Classes

2011-10-27T18:25:00.000-04:00

**Please register at the library.

Learn Common-Sense Rules for Common Stocks

Investing in stocks can be easier than you think. At Edward Jones' free

Take Stock in the Market

seminar, you'll learn basic stock terminology, as well as time-proven strategies created to help you reach your financial goals. Better yet, the program takes only an hour, which makes sense in itself.

Saturday, November 5th 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Goose Creek

Technology Classes @ your library!

**Register through the catalog, in the library or by phone.

November 2011

Computer Basics for Beginners

Learn about the components and basic operation of a personal computer.

10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, November 16th

Moncks Corner

Open Source

Learn about Open Source Software for use on Desktop and Laptop. This class will introduce you to Ubuntu, Mandriva and other Open Source operating systems, free alternatives to Microsoft Window XP/Windows 7.

10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m Wednesday, November 23rd

Goose Creek

Create an email Account

Create an email account and learn the basics of using email.

10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m Wednesday, November 30th

Goose Creek

December 2011

Computer Basics for Beginners
Learn about the components and basic operation of a personal computer.

10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 6th

Moncks Corner

Library Online Catalog

How to access, use search, place holds, renew items and/or view your account from anywhere!

10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m Monday, December 12th

Moncks Corner

Wireless Networking (Wi-Fi)

Introduction to setting up and using a wireless network in your home!

10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, December 14th

Goose Creek

Stop Health Care Fraud and How to Land a Great Job Seminars @ your library

2011-10-07T11:10:00.001-04:00

STOP HEALTH CARE FRAUD presentation

Thursday, October 20th 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Goose Creek Library

How to Land a Great Job

Tuesday, October 25th 11:00 am - Noon
Main Library - Moncks Corner

Registration is recommended! www.scfederal.org/seminars

Daniel Island Harvest Tour of Homes Saturday October 1st

2011-09-27T11:30:00.003-04:00

The Daniel Island Harvest Tour of Homes

is a tour showcasing four incredible homes on world-reknown Daniel Island, SC.

This year’s Tour will be held on Saturday,

October 1st from 1PM to 4PM

and is hosted by Friends Of The Daniel Island Library, a subsidiary of the Friends of The Berkeley County Library.
     100% of the proceeds from the tour benefit the Daniel Island Library. The four homes on the tour will feature distinctive architecture and unique interior design and include floral arrangements from local florists.
     Each home will host a meet and greet with a popular local author-all of whom will provide literary conversation and sign and sell copies of their books.
     Tickets cost $20 payable by cash or check in advance at these locations: Daniel Island Property Owners Association office, Island Expressions on Daniel Island, and at Zinnia in Mt. Pleasant.
     Tickets can also be obtained from House Tour committee members. In addition, tickets will be available the day of the tour for $25 at the Daniel Island Library, 2301 Daniel Island Drive.
     The homes on the tour may be visited in any order between 1PM – 4PM. Tickets are limited and sell out quickly, so reserve your space on the tour today!

Ken Burger Main Library October 4th 7:00 pm

2011-09-27T11:27:00.000-04:00

Friends Book Sale October 15th Goose Creek

2011-09-27T11:23:00.002-04:00

The Friends of the Berkeley County Library will be having their semi-annual book sale at the Goose Creek Library (325 Old Moncks Corner Road Goose Creek) on October 15th from 9 a.m. to noon. Books start at 25 cents. Come early and support the Berkeley County Library System through your purchases.

Anime Club-October

2011-09-19T18:21:00.000-04:00

BLACK BUTLER

Thursday, October 13th, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Goose Creek

Tuesday, October 25th, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Moncks Corner

Thursday, October 27th, 6:30 - 8:30 pm Sangaree

Come dressed as an anime or manga character to get TREATS!

for more information anime club

Want a New Library in St. Stephen?

2011-08-22T17:44:00.000-04:00

Attention! St. Stephen and surrounding area residents!

Want a new library?

Attend a community meeting in the Moncks Corner Library on September 8th to show your support. The meeting lasts for one hour and begins at 6:30 pm. Please come!

In order to be awarded the CDBG (Community Development Block Grant) area residents must show their interest and support!!

Tell your friends and neighbors!

August Adult Programming

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South Carolina Federal Credit Union presents...
How to Land a Great Job August 23rd 11 a.m. - noon
Sangaree Library call 695-1208 or click here to register at SCFCU

BCLS Technology Learning Center presents...

Computer Basics for Beginners August 23rd 10 a.m. - noon
Moncks Corner Library call 719-4223 to reserve a seat or click here then place a hold on the class

Exploring the Internet August 30th 10 a.m. - noon
Goose Creek Library call 572-1376 to reserve a seat or click here then place a hold on the class

Adult Summer Reading Program News

2011-08-04T23:02:00.000-04:00

Library users participating in this year's

Adult Summer Reading program?

2094!

R. Leopold, who uses the Daniel Island Library,

won this year's Adult Summer Reading Grand Prize package.

Congratulations!

SC Aquarium Rovers come to Goose Creek Library!

2011-07-21T18:46:00.000-04:00

An Excited Crowd!

StoryTime

Crowd Control

13 Things You Pay for That Your Library has for Free!

2011-06-24T13:56:00.000-04:00

Linda McMakin 6/22/11 on financialedge.investopedia.com

If it has been a few years or a few decades since you've ventured into your local library, you're going to be very surprised by what you find. No longer are these dusty institutions of quiet corners, musty books and stern librarians, they are home to bestsellers, coffee carts, teen rooms, community, and civic gatherings.

Libraries offer computer classes, babysitting workshops, tutoring programs and literacy programs, most of which are free, or are offered at a nominal fee. Not all services mentioned in this article are available at every library, but it's worth finding out if your local library offers a similar option. (For some books that you might be interested in, check out 10 Books Worth Investing In.)
TUTORIAL: Budgeting Basics

1. Read for Free Libraries are known for books, offering fiction and non-fiction hardbacks, paperbacks, and eBooks. The eBooks can be downloaded into nearly any format to fit your computer, eReader or other device. The downloaded books will expire at the end of their loan period so no returns necessary. Overdrive is one provider of download services to libraries. Take a look to see how simple it is: http://jasmine.lib.overdrive.com/
The cost of an average hardcover book is $18.99, an average children's picture book is $12.99, an average paperback book is $6.99 and an eBook download is between 99 cents and $9.99.

2. Magazines and Newspapers for Free
Magazine titles from Reader's Digest to Vogue to Hot Rod, including back issues are available for loan. Local newspapers and the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, New York Times and others are available for reading in the library.
The average cost of a magazine (monthly) is $5.99 and the cost of an average newspaper subscription is $60 per year.

3. Listen for Free
Music CDs from classical to rock and roll are waiting. If you need music for a children's party, wedding, anniversary or just listening while relaxing you can find it here. If you prefer your music downloadable, libraries offer MP3 downloads with a limited loan period.
The average cost of a music CD is $10.99

You can also check out audio books on every subject for your commute to work, for waiting on your kids at various sports practices or to listen to while you walk.
The average cost of an audio book is $21.99

4. Free Periodical Searches
If you are a high school or college student, you will be required to cite sources, footnote your thesis, or find some obscure fact for a class. If you find you need an article that appeared in Time Magazine on global warming from 2004, the library will have it on a database. The only cost would be for print/copies. Here's a quick look: Online Databases

5. Librarian Access 24/7
If you can't find the answers you need, libraries await your question. In Ohio, they have Know it Now, (your local libraries will have different names for this feature) which gives 24/7 access to an online research librarian.

6. Internet and Wi-Fi
You can have free internet access and Wi-Fi, all you need is a library card. Be aware that most libraries utilize "censoring" programs for juvenile users, and parental consent may be required to use the Internet.
The average cost of internet service is $22.00 monthly.

7. Watch Movies for Free
Libraries offer children's movies like "Sponge Bob," "The Magic School Bus" and Disney movies to informational DVDs from National Geographic and the Travel Channel, to How-To instructional videos as well as major motion pictures.
The cost of an average movie DVD is $12.99, and $3.99 for a DVD rental.

8. Learn a Foreign Language - Free
Traveling abroad on business or vacation than check out the free foreign language learning databases. Using a service from BYKI, patrons can choose to learn over 70 languages. Their interactive learning site offers individual learning, flash cards, and words of the day.

9. Job Preparation for Free
Learning Express enables you to study for hundreds of tests including civil service, military entrance exams and preparation tests for SAT/ACT, MSAT, LSAT and dozens of others. You will find practice tests at all levels. You can practice, save your test, see your results and try again all for free.

10. Find Your Family History for Free
For family genealogists, libraries offer free access to search programs such as Ancestry.com, and HeritageQuest. These databases usually require you to search in the library, but occasionally some libraries will allow you to search from home after logging in with your library card number. Some libraries also have research librarians and genealogists on staff to assist with your search.
The cost of an online genealogy membership is $25.00 (monthly).

11. Free Books for Parents
The library is a significant resource to parents. Where else could your children find a free summer program that encourages reading, allows them to take home armloads of books free and usually gives them prizes for encouragement? Throughout many summer programs, authors, wildlife experts and a myriad of others drop by bringing their special knowledge to share. (For more money saving tips, read 5 Painless Ways To Save More Money.)

12. Free Auto Repair and other Databases
For those who don't like to read for recreation, there are practical free databases in auto and truck repair provided by ARRC, reference databases such a Kelly Blue Book, Antiques Weekly and Standard & Poor.

13. Other Free Services
Many libraries have a notary on staff (there may be a fee for notary services), offer tax forms, have dedicated internet computers to the IRS and Social Security sites, voter registration forms, test proctoring and fax services, and larger metropolitan libraries offer passport processing.

The Bottom Line
Obtaining a library card is simple. Visit the library, fill out a card application, present identification and you have instant, free access to a world of information. Check out your local library for some amazing programs and unbeatable bargains this summer. (For some more unique ways to save money, see Top 6 Unusual Money-Saving Tips.)

Read more: http://financialedge.investopedia.com/financial-edge/0611/13-Things-You-Pay-For-That-Your-Library-Has-For-Free.aspx#ixzz1QDT5zRcS

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A special thanks to our speakers:

Daniel W. Davis, Donna Osborne, David Goble, Verla Wilson & Eloise Gowder

Magic Show at Moncks Corner and Daniel Island Well-Received!

2011-06-20T18:36:00.000-04:00

Moncks Corner

Daniel Island

Library System Closed May 27th - May 30th Will reopen on May 31st

2011-05-24T23:40:00.000-04:00

Berkeley County Library System will be closed Friday, May 27th for Staff In-Service. Libraries will be closed May 28th-30th for the Memorial Day Weekend and re-open for regular business hours on Tuesday, May 31st.

Free Workkeys & GED classes online for those who qualify!

2011-05-17T15:56:00.000-04:00

Requirements to Participate

Ages: 17-21

        not enrolled in high school
       *must bring official high school transcript
and        Verification of Withdrawal from South Carolina Schools form

Ages: 22 and older who need to:

Earn a GED Study for the WorkKeys®

Improve reading skills only

Improve writing skills only

Improve math skills only

Improve their basic skills (reading, writing, and math)

Become more competitive in today’s labor market

Call Adult Education 899-8597  to sign up for a registration session on one of the following dates:                June 6th, 7th, 13th or 14th.

Sessions begin at 9:30 a.m. (lasts 2 hours)

at Berkeley County Library-Moncks Corner

1003 Highway 52.

Class Begins:On Registration Session Date assigned

This is your time to earn your GED or make the scores you need on the WorkKeys® Assessment and/or COMPASS while improving your basic skills in reading, writing, and/or math, all at no cost!

The Worldwide Interactive Network(WIN) courseware prepares you for these assessments. Classes consist of 30-40 hours of distance learning (online study). You should complete 5-10 hours per week using Berkeley County Library computers or other computers with internet access, (e.g. home, family member, Adult Education Center…).

Financial Workshops @ Your Library presented by SCFCU

2011-05-03T14:52:00.000-04:00

$Money $Management

May 26th Goose Creek Library 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Understanding Your Credit $core

June 21st Sangaree Library 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

How to Land a Great Job

June 23rd Daniel Island 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Click here to register online

Don't Miss Your Teen Anime Club Meetings in April

2011-03-31T19:32:00.001-04:00

Goose Creek Library              April 8th    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Sangaree Library                   April 15th    6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Moncks Corner Library         April 26th    5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Ages 12-17

For library addresses and phone numbers, click here

Upcoming Programs

2011-03-22T20:31:00.001-04:00

Understanding Your Credit Score

Moncks Corner Library

Thur$day, March 24th

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Two libraries will close for a day for new shelving installation

2011-03-02T17:37:00.000-05:00

Good News!
Sangaree and Daniel Island libraries are getting more shelves.

Sangaree library will be closed Thursday, March 10th and reopen on Friday, March 11th.
(Funding for the Sangaree project-Stimulus monies)

Daniel Island library will be closed Friday, March 11th and reopen on Sat., March 12th.
(Funding for the Daniel Island project-Daniel Island Tour of Homes)

SCFCU partners with BCLS to present Money Management Seminars

2011-03-02T17:29:00.003-05:00

$Money $Management

How would you assess your financial literacy?

Understanding Your Credit Score

Moncks Corner Library

Thur$day, March 24th 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Personal Finance

Sangaree Library

Tue$day, March 29th 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Be a Reading Hero this March...Berkeley Reads-Heroes

2011-03-01T18:07:00.000-05:00

Berkeley Reads - Heroes

Celebrating the Courage in All of Us!

Anime Clubs March 2011

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Technology Learning Center Classes

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*Sangaree classes begin at 11:00 am, not 10:00 am.

Registration How-To

Moncks Corner and Goose Creek classes 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sangaree classes 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Goose Creek - March 8 Moncks Corner - May 3

Exploring E-Library (Online library catalog)

Learn how to use the E-Library to Search for items in the library’s collection, how to place a hold, renew items or use My Account to access your library record.

Moncks Corner – March 9

Wireless Networking (Wi-Fi) for the Home

An introduction to setting up and using a wireless network in your Home. This class will introduce you to the technologies that make wireless networking possible, wireless equipment, wireless setup and how to diagnose and solve common wireless networking problems.

Moncks Corner - March 22 Sangaree – May 18

Computer Basics
An introductory class on the components and uses of a personal computer, learn about basic computer terminology and how to effectively and safely use a personal computer.

Sangaree -April 6 Goose Creek - May 31

Resume Templates

Updating your resume or getting back into the job market? Learn how to use Microsoft Word and Microsoft Office Resume templates to create professional and dynamic resume templates. Also learn how to submit your resume via email and the Internet.

Moncks Corner – April 5

Open Source Software

Learn about Open Source software for use on your Desktop or Laptop. This class will introduce you to Ubuntu, Mandriva and other Open Source operating systems, free alternatives to Microsoft Windows XP/Windows 7. Also included is an introduction to Open Office, a free alternative to Microsoft Office Suite.

Goose Creek - April 19 Moncks Corner - June 14

Digital Photo Basics Learn how to use your digital camera to take quality photos. Bring in your digital camera, learn how to transfer photos to a computer and how to edit/print/email photos to send to family and friends using the Internet.

Registration Requirements

Registration is required for all classes All classes are free unless indicated

Number of participants for each class, 6 – 10 persons depending on the class

Classes are between 1 and 2 hours in length with a session for Questions & Answers

A signed Internet Use Agreement is required for classes that provide Internet access.

Click here to register

Main Library recognizes some of Moncks Corner's Notable African Americans during Black History Month

2011-02-17T21:15:00.002-05:00

Sharon M Fashion

Deputy Director and Children’s Services Coordinator, Berkeley County Library System

Sharon Fashion was born and raised in Moncks Corner, SC. Her family has lived in this area since the early 1800s.

Her mother was a teacher at Cainhoy School for 23 years. Her father was employed by Berkeley County as a school bus mechanic for over 30 years.

Sharon began working part-time for the Moncks Corner Library when she was in high school. She attended South Carolina State University, majoring in library science. She went on to graduate school at North Carolina Central University in Durham, North Carolina, obtaining her Master’s Degree in Library Science.

Miss Fashion returned to Moncks Corner and began working serving children at the Moncks Corner Library in 1982. In 1999 she received the first employee of the year award in Berkeley County. In 2000 she became the Deputy Director and Children’s Services Coordinator, a position she holds today.

As Deputy Director, Miss Fashion oversees the branches and acts as a resource person in library operations for the system. As Children’s Services Coordinator, she develops and oversees the Summer Reader Program for children, supervises children’s staff, plans and presents storytimes during the year, and coordinates special programs.

Rev. O. A. Gethers, Jr.
1927 – 2006

Reverend Gethers was an entrepreneur, organizing and operating several businesses. They included: a barbershop, service station, dry cleaners, ambulance service, and funeral home. He was also a longshoreman. He served his country honorably in the United States Army.

He established the Gethers Funeral Home in Moncks Corner, SC in 1950 and in 1979 he built a funeral chapel facility in St. Stephen, SC. He served Berkeley County and the surrounding area for more than 55 years helping families in their time of need..

Reverend Gethers was a member of the following organizations: life member of the NAACP, National Funeral Directors & Morticians Association, Inc. (NFD&MA), South Carolina Morticians Association, Inc. (SCMA), National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA), South Carolina Funeral Directors Association (SCFDA), and St. John Lodge # 349, F.&A.M. He previously served as treasurer for SCMA, Inc. District 1. He has received numerous service awards from various organizations and churches. He was selected as an honored member of Oxford Who's Who The Elite Registry of Extraordinary Professionals (1992-1993.

Rev. Gethers served as a pastor in the AME Church for 40 years. He retired from active ministry in August 2001.

Rose Delores Gibbs

First female African American graduate, College of Medicine 1973

Dr. Delores Gibbs was born in Moncks Corner, SC in 1946. After graduating in 1969 from Fisk University in Nashville, Tennessee, Gibbs applied and was accepted into the College of Medicine. She was among the first African American women accepted into the College of Medicine and was first to obtain a degree in 1973. From 1972 to 1977, Gibbs served a residency in Internal Medicine at Howard University Hospital and went on to complete a fellowship in infectious and tropical diseases. After earning a Certificate in Tropical Medicine from the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research in Washington, DC, Gibbs joined the Peace Corps. Gibbs became a Peace Corps Medical Officer and served in The Peace Corps Medical Offices in Sierra Leone, Africa, for a decade. During this time period she also held academic faculty appointments in the Department of Internal Medicine at Morehouse School of International Medicine in Atlanta. Upon completion of her Peace Corps duties in West Africa, Gibbs was appointed Chief of Medical Operations for the United States Peace Corps in Washington and directed that post from 1980 to 1984. After six years with the Peace Corps, Gibbs accepted the position of director for the Office of International Health at Charles Drew Post Graduate Medical School in Los Angeles. Gibbs returned to Moncks Corner and started a private family practice in 1986. Over the years, Gibbs has received numerous national and international awards and has been involved in many community projects. She has served as a board member of the Berkeley County Mental Health Association, project director for Concerned Citizens for Better Health of Berkeley County, and as Berkeley County Chairperson for the United Negro College Fund.

She has a longstanding commitment to the Medical University of South Carolina. She was a charter member and president of the Black Alumni Association. She has also served as secretary, treasurer and president of the College of Medicine Alumni Association. In 2006 she was awarded the College of Medicine’s Distinguished Alumnus Award.

Oscar Haynes

1921 – 2009

Mr. Haynes was born on July 13, 1921 to Tom and Isabella Haynes of Moncks Corner. Armed with a seventh grade education and wanting to see the world, he joined the United States Navy and proudly served in the Pacific Theater during World War II.

After being injured, he returned home and received an honorable discharge. He was educated in the church and public school system of Berkeley County. He enrolled at South Carolina State College in 1945 where he studied carpentry and woodworking, and became a Licensed General Contractor and the founder of Haynes Construction Company.

Mr. Haynes was a trailblazer and played an influential part in the Black History of Moncks Corner and Berkeley County, by being the first African American to design and develop the first subdivision in Moncks Corner and the first apartment complex in Moncks Corner; the first to provide mortgage financing for African Americans in Moncks Corner; and the first African American licensed contractor in Moncks Corner. He began the first African American owned independent water system in Moncks Corner; and the first African American member of the Berkeley County School Board of Education.

Dr. Tonia Taylor

First African American woman to serve on Moncks Corner Town Council

November 2009 Dr. Tonia Aiken Taylor became the first African American woman elected to the Moncks Corner Town Council. Dr. Taylor was sworn in on January 5, 2010. She is also Co-pastor at Heart to Heart International ministries in Moncks Corner.

Reared in Moncks Corner, South Carolina and attended Berkeley County Schools. In 1982, she graduated from Berkeley High School and was accepted at Baptist College in Charleston, South Carolina (currently Charleston Southern University) to begin her college education. In May of 1986, she received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communication Arts with a minor in Religion. Dr. Taylor was the first African-American (May 1986) student to receive the Myrtle E. Hamerick Award citing the student "who exemplifies the highest virtues of womanhood". In 1986 she was also selected by Who's Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities. Ten years later, through much hard work and passion, her graduate studies were completed. She received her Masters Degree (1995) and Doctorate Degree (1996) in Christian Psychology from Jacksonville Theological Seminary and Truth Bible College and Seminary. At Truth Bible College, she later served on the Board of Directors and served as an adjunct professor. During the summer of 2002, Dr. Taylor continued her professional studies in Christian Education at Pensacola Christian College. She has provided music on the Trinity Broadcasting Network's local affiliate station in Jacksonville, Florida, ACTS Network in Jacksonville, Florida, and WCSC-TV Chanel 5 Inspirational Sounds Broadcast in Charleston, South Carolina. Not only does she minister in song, she is also a motivational speaker for various churches, civic, and governmental organizations.

Thomas H. WallaceMonck Corner Postmaster-1881

In August 1881, Thomas H. Wallace, a Negro republican was appointed postmaster at Moncks Corner. In 1882 Wallace was appointed a commissioner of election for the Seventh Congressional District, and in 1891 he was one of the five members of the House of Representatives from Berkeley County. Wallace retained the postmastership until June 1885, when J. Wesley Orvin was appointed to succeed him.

Attend Free Workshops related to Money Management

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Anime Club Schedule for February

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Goose Creek Library reopened on Tuesday, Jan. 25th.

2011-01-27T16:15:00.000-05:00

Please dress warmly. The new HVAC system is not fully installed and cold spots may be encountered.

Moncks Corner Library wins County's Christmas Door contest!

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Plan to do some reading over the holidays? Make sure you check out plenty before Friday, December 24th!

Berkeley County Library System will be closed for the Christmas holiday, Friday, December 24th -December 28th. The library will reopen on Wednesday, December 29th - December 31st.

Berkeley County Library System will be closed for the New Year holiday, Saturday, January 1, 2011 and Monday, January 3, 2011. Libraries will resume regularly scheduled hours on Tuesday, January 4, 2011.

Goose Creek Library will be closed to the public from January 1st - 17th, 2011 for the installation of a new heating and air conditioning system. Customers may use the Goose Creek book returns. The library system's five other branch locations will maintain normal operating hours.

Planning to Purchase an HDTV?

2010-11-12T13:17:00.001-05:00

Have we got a program for you!

HDTV: Buying a HDTV - making sense of it all

Thursday, November 18th 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Moncks Corner Library (Activity Room)

Did you know that Halloween falls right in the middle of World Origami Days?

2010-10-30T18:55:00.000-04:00

Some Goose Creek staff having a good time on October 30th.

South Carolina Department of Transportation partners with libraries to get feedback from citizens

2010-10-15T11:19:00.000-04:00

Public involvement from a transportation planning perspective is very important. SCDOT wants all of South Carolina's citizens to have an opportunity to review and comment on projects that may impact their communities during our "open comment period." Their goal is to ensure that those historically underserved by the transportation system, including minority and low-income populations, are included in our outreach.

Please participate by clicking on this button

Daniel Island Home Tour October 16th--GC Friends' Book Sale October 23rd

2010-10-13T13:22:00.000-04:00

Don't forget about the DI Harvest Tour of Homes this Saturday!

Friends of the Library will be having a book sale on October 23rd from 9 am to noon.
Most books priced 25¢ to $1.00
Come out and get some bargains while supporting the library!

County Supervisor proclaims October 17th-23rd Friends of the Library Week

2010-10-12T16:12:00.001-04:00

At Berkeley County Council meeting on October 11, 2010, the County Supervisor, Daniel W. Davis proclaimed October 17th-23rd, 2010 Friends of the Library Week. Mr. Caldwell Pinckney read the proclamation. The library and Friends received praise from Dennis Fish, Caldwell Pinckney and Bill Call for the fine work they do. The library and Friends were represented by Library Director, Donna Osborne, Sharon Fashion, Deputy Director, Friends' President, Maureen Simpson, Friends' Treasurer, Barbara Herrin and Special Projects/Public Relations Librarian, Ramona Grimsley.

Click image to enlarge Support your library, join the Friends.
* My apologies. Sharon Fashion was not included in the original post!

Come Meet Charlotte Jenkins, Gullah Cuisine author, on October 25th

2010-09-27T12:54:00.001-04:00

Chef Charlotte Jenkins, author of Gullah Cuisine: by land and by sea will speak at the Friends of the Library author night, sharing her cookbook.
Date: Monday, Oct 25th
Time: 7pm -9pm
Location: Goose Creek Library located at 325 Old Moncks Corner Road Phone: 572-1376
Free event, public welcome!

Southern Living, Gourmet Magazine, The New York Times, The Washington Post and the Boston Globe have praised her cooking. The Charleston City Paper consistently names her restaurant as serving the best soul food in the area. Jenkins learned to cook Gullah the way her mama, her grandmamma and all the mamas that have come before her did - by working alongside one another. She also trained at Johnson & Wales University in Charleston where she adapted the traditional recipes to be more healthful. In 1997 she and her husband, Frank, opened Gullah Cuisine on Rt 17 in Mount Pleasant.

Read Aloud from a Banned Book at the Library, Saturday, September 25th

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If you are 18 or older and enjoy reading aloud in front of an audience, this is just the opportunity you have been looking for. We will be reading aloud from banned classic fiction.

If you are interested in reading from one of the following titles, please contact Ramona Grimsley.

grimsley@berkeley.lib.sc.us or 719-4240

1984 by George Orwell

American Tragedy by Theodore Dreiser

Animal Farm by George Orwell

As I Lay Dying by William Faulkner

Awakening by Kate Chopin

Beloved by Toni Morrison

Brave New World by Aldous Huxley

Brideshead Revisited by Evelyn Waugh

Call of the Wild by Jack London

Catch-22 by Joseph Heller

Cat's Cradle by Kurt Vonnegut

Clockwork Orange by Anthony Burgess

Color Purple by Alice Walker

Farewell to Arms by Ernest Hemingway

For Whom the Bell Tolls by Ernest Hemingway

Go Tell it on the Mountain by James Baldwin

Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald

Heart of Darkness Joseph Conrad

In Cold Blood by Truman Capote

Invisible Man by Ralph Ellison

Jungle by Upton Sinclair

Lady Chatterley's Lover by D. H. Lawrence

Lolita by Vladmir Nabokov

Lord of the Flies by William Golding

Lord of the Rings by J. R. R. Tolkien

Naked and the Dead by Norman Mailer

Naked Lunch by William S. Burroughs

Native Son by Richard Wright

Of Mice and Men John Steinbeck

One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest by Ken Kesey

Rabbit, Run by John Updike

Satanic Verses by Salman Rushdie

Separate Peace by John Knowles

Slaughterhouse-Five by Kurt Vonnegut

Song of Solomon by Toni Morrison

Sons and Lovers by D. H. Lawrence

Sophie's Choice by William Styron

Sun Also Rises by Ernest Hemingway

Tropic of Cancer by Henry Miller

Ulysses by James Joyce

Women in Love by D. H. Lawrence

Most Challenged Books this Year

Perks of Being a Wallflower Stephen Chbosky

Olive's Ocean Kevin Henkes

http://www.ala.org/ala/issuesadvocacy/banned/bannedbooksweek/index.cfm

BCLS Anime presents Naruto Shippuden: the movie @ Moncks Corner

2010-09-01T20:47:00.002-04:00

Summary: “A powerful spirit that once threatened to destroy the world is back! Naruto’s mission is to protect a priestess named Shion, who is the only one with the power to seal away the monster. She also has the uncanny ability to predict someone’s fate. Her latest prediction: Naruto will soon die. Naruto’s only hope is to abandon Shion, but that’s not Naruto’s style. He decides to face her fatal predictions head-on—and die!” (From DVD cover.)

image courtesy of Viz media

Moncks Corner Tues., Sept. 28th 5-7 pm

Light refreshments and door prizes...if under 14, a parental permission form is required to attend.

StoryTime Schedule

2010-08-27T18:39:00.000-04:00

Daniel Island Home Tour...October 16th Tickets $20 in advance

2010-08-09T15:59:00.001-04:00

The Third Annual Harvest Tour of Homes to benefit the Friends of the Daniel Island Library will be held on Saturday, October 16 from 1 – 4 PM.

    Four outstanding Daniel Island homes in magnificent settings will be showcased. Local authors will be present in each home for book signing and light refreshments will be served.

   Tour ticket holders are also encouraged to “Dine Around for the Library.” Island restaurants will make a contribution to the library for each diner that day.

   Tickets are available for $20 in advance at Daniel Island Real Estate, A Floral Affair, and Island Expressions on the island and Zinnia in Mount Pleasant. Day of event tickets will be $25 at the Daniel Island Library. For more information or to order tickets by mail, call (843) 278-1588.

Check it out @ http://harvesthometour.com/

The Third Annual Harvest Tour of Homes to benefit the Friends of the Daniel Island Library will be held on Saturday, October 16 from 1 – 4 PM.

Four outstanding Daniel Island homes in magnificent settings will be showcased. Local authors will be present in each home for book signing and light refreshments will be served.

Tour ticket holders are also encouraged to “Dine Around for the Library.” Island restaurants will make a contribution to the library for each diner that day.

Tickets are available for $20 in advance at Daniel Island Real Estate, A Floral Affair, and Island Expressions on the island and Zinnia in Mount Pleasant. Day of event tickets will be $25 at the Daniel Island Library. For more information or to order tickets by mail, call (843) 278-1588.

Most Downloaded audiobooks from our Jasmine Digital Consortium i.e. Overdrive

2010-07-02T09:03:00.007-04:00

Most Downloaded Books from the Library’ for June 2010 from our Jasmine Digital Library Consortium/Overdrive service.
Visit jasmine.lib.overdrive.com

Stieg Larsson’s “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” was the most downloaded adult fiction audiobook for the second consecutive month, while the eBook topped the adult fiction chart for the first time. “The Girl Who Played with Fire” and “The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest,” the second and third Millennium Trilogy novels, also soared on the adult fiction lists. Janet Evanovich’s “Sizzling Sixteen,” Justin Halpern’s “Sh*t My Dad Says,” Richelle Mead’s “Vampire Academy” and Stephenie Meyer’s “Eclipse” were also among the most downloaded books from the library in June.

The ‘Most Downloaded Books from the Library’ lists are organized by subject and format, and compiled based on activity at more than 11,000 libraries in the OverDrive global network. Complete lists for audiobooks and eBooks in adult fiction, adult nonfiction, juvenile fiction, and juvenile nonfiction are available at www.overdrive.com/mostdownloaded .

Set up an account today, it’s free with your Berkeley County Library Card:)

Berkeley Artist's Guild Hangs Show in Main Library

2010-06-29T12:16:00.002-04:00

Swing by the Main Library in Moncks Corner and enjoy the Berkeley Artist's Guild Annual Judged Exhibition through July 18th.

If you visit the show before July 10th, you can cast your vote for your favorite painting. The painting with the most votes wins the People's Choice Award!

(1 entry per person)

The show culminates in a "Meet the Artist" reception and awards ceremony on Sunday afternoon, July 18th from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. The public is invited.

Effective August 2nd, Recovery System Active

2010-06-24T12:37:00.002-04:00

LIBRARY TO USE RECOVERY SYSTEM

The Berkeley County Library System Board has enacted a policy to use an agency, Unique Management, to recover long overdue items, fines and fees. The cost of this service is passed on to customers whose account will be handled by the agency. This policy goes into effect on August 2, 2010.

This policy was developed with all library customers in mind. Materials not returned are not available for others to use or borrow. When materials are not returned, in most cases, money from the library budget is used to replace them. In times of dwindling budgets, return of materials is crucial. We have found that long overdue materials are usually popular items that other customers are waiting to check out. Our goal is to purchase new items for customer use instead of replacing non-returned items.

The library will still notify patrons that their materials are overdue giving customers ample time to respond prior to being turned over for collection. Unique Management works only with libraries. They specialize in the recovery of overdue materials and have an excellent record of treating customers professionally.

Only a very small percentage of customers using the library do not return materials as agreed so this new policy will not affect the vast majority of customers who return materials on time. Customers exceeding $25 in long overdue materials, fines and/or fees will be contacted by Unique Management personnel. All monies due are payable at the library. Unique Management does not handle payments.

The Library is committed to providing excellent service and having the latest materials available that customers desire. For questions or comments, please contact Donna Osborne, Director of Berkeley County Library System at 719-4243.

House Overrides Sanford's Veto of State Aid to Public Libraries!

2010-06-16T15:20:00.000-04:00

Congratulations to all public library supporters. The House just voted to override Governor Sanford's veto of State Aid!! You all showed the house members the importance of public libraries. You have every right to be extremely proud. The vote was almost unanimous!!! Now, please contact your senators. Berkeley County Senators are: Chip Campsen, Larry Grooms and Paul Campell!

The Library System's In-Service Day May 28, 2010

2010-06-01T12:01:00.002-04:00

Look Who Got Caught Reading in Sangaree!

2010-05-25T19:46:00.001-04:00

Check out WorkSC

2010-05-24T12:21:00.002-04:00

Do you need some tips and tutorials to prepare you for your 21st century job search?
Learn about creating an email account online and creating a resume in Microsoft Word.

Don’t quite have the hang of searching for jobs through Internet sites?
Learn through visiting sites we have listed that are specific to job searching strategies. We have lists of South Carolina specific job sites and other sites further afield.

Do job interviews cause you undue stress?
Preparation is the key. We have great resources with general interview tips and questions to expect.

Once you have the job, how do you keep it?
You can find lots of resources here to help you thrive in the workplace.

Are you a small business owner or want to become one?
We have online resources for small businesses.

Who are “We?”
Work SC, a product of the South Carolina State Library supported in part by a grant from U.S. IMLS.

Look Who Got Caught Reading!

2010-05-20T19:27:00.005-04:00

Two readers from Daniel Island library branch...

And two from St. Stephen library branch

The Hamiltons enjoy a book at the Moncks Corner Library

2010-04-30T20:32:00.002-04:00

An Evening of American Art

2010-04-11T09:10:00.001-04:00

Save the Date! April 20th 7:00 p.m. Goose Creek Library
Pam Wall, a curator at Gibbes Museum of Art will discuss American art movements featured in the Picturing America collection. She will highlight artists whose work is both in the Picturing America Collection and held by the Gibbes. Please come. It is highly enjoyable. Tell your friends about it:) Refreshments Door Prizes Free and open to the public.

Berkeley High School Teens get into the Pirate theme

2010-04-05T18:03:00.004-04:00

The Pirate Version of Hamlet-click here

And a prize-winning sketch of Jack Sparrow...

Public Library Service at a Glance

2010-03-14T20:46:00.002-04:00

Click on image to enlarge.

An Afternoon of American Art with Pam Wall--A Program in Conjunction with Picturing America

2010-01-04T13:06:00.010-05:00

County Veterans Donate Book of POW Stories

2009-12-31T11:22:00.001-05:00

http://www.ourgazette.com/culture/County-Veterans-donate-book-of-war-stories

An Afternoon of American Art with Gibbes Associate Curator

2009-12-18T12:32:00.004-05:00

(click on photo to enlarge)
Please join us Sunday, January 3rd at the Main Library in Moncks Corner for an Afternoon of American Art featuring the Picturing America collection provided by the National Endowment for the Humanities. Pamela Wall, Associate Curator from the Gibbes Museum of Art will discuss various movements in American art and show images of works of the same movement and/or artist held by the Gibbes. The program begins at 3:00 p.m. The Main Library is located at 1003 N. Hwy 52 in Moncks Corner. There is no charge for the event. Light refreshments will be served.
Speakers: Pam Wall, Associate Curator, Gibbes Museum of Art
Location: Main Library, Moncks Corner
Date: Sunday, January 3rd
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Local support has been provided by ArtsDaily.org, Gibbes Art Museum, Home Telephone and in a large part, The Berkeley Artists Guild.

Got email? Get your hold notices and overdue reminders...

2009-11-18T17:30:00.002-05:00

Click on the text to get a larger view:)

Library participates in Berkeley High School's Homecoming Parade

2009-11-06T17:28:00.008-05:00

GC Varsity Carhops serve customers on Halloween

2009-10-31T17:18:00.001-04:00

Carol, Dianne, Patricia, Eileen & Ethel

Smokey Bear visits Main Library Storytime

2009-10-08T14:36:00.004-04:00

BCLS receives Google Community Grant

2009-09-18T12:08:00.001-04:00

Berkeley County Library System Receives
Google Community Grant for Urgent Needs
More than $13,450 awarded for laptops and equipment

(BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.) – Sept. 18, 2009 – The Berkeley County Library System (BCLS) has received a $13,450 Google Community Grant from the Google Inc. Charitable Giving Fund at Tides Foundation to purchase laptops and charging cabinets to address increased demand for its services due to a weakened economy and a high unemployment rate.

“Our Google Community Grant is coming at a time when people in our service areas need it most,” said Donna Osborne, director of the Berkeley County Library System. “Over the last two years, we’ve noticed that more and more people are using the computers in the libraries to help search for jobs, write their resumes and to fill out online applications. There are also those who can’t afford to continue their Internet services at home. The grant will also help to bridge the digital divide by providing access to the Internet to those who don’t have it at home.”

Since 2007, computer use throughout BCLS has increased by more than 20 percent, mounting concerns that more computers are needed.

The new laptops will be distributed throughout the BCLS. Moncks Corner, Goose Creek, Daniel Island, Hanahan, Sangaree and St. Stephen will receive laptops for public in-house use. These communities also have the highest unemployment rate at more than 10 percent and if the unemployment rate increases, computers used for job searches will also increase.

The grant also helps BCLS mission to provide laptops and up-to-date resources for the more than 35,000 people in the community who use our public-access computers. The additional laptops will provide a more acceptable level of service as well as address the space problem at some of BCLS’ facilities, which lack the space for additional desktop computers.

The American Library Association’s (ALA) minimum standard for adequate computer resources at a public library is one public computer per 1,500 residents. The BCLS would need 115 or 109 computers to meet the minimum standard. Currently, the BCLS has 61 public-access computers with wireless access system-wide. With the Google Community Grant, BCLS will purchase 12 more laptops.

“Libraries are central meeting places that provide information, education and technological literacy for those in the libraries’ service areas,” said Jeff Stevenson, Google's Project Manager for South Carolina. “Through this grant and working with community partners, this is just one of many ways that we will continue to provide any assistance that we can in our data center communities.”

The Google Community Grant comes from the Google Inc. Charitable Giving Fund at Tides Foundation, which offers donor-advised funds and other grant-making vehicles, as well as professional philanthropic advice.

For more information about the Google Community Grants Program, go to www.google.com/datacenter/berkeleycounty/ and visit the "Community Outreach" page. Interested parties can submit an online application through this Web page on or before the first day of each quarter (January 1, April 1, July 1 and October 1). All grant applications must be submitted online.

ABOUT THE BERKELEY COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM
(The Berkeley County Library System is comprised of six libraries and an administration building (housed in the former Main library). The library employs twelve professional librarians and forty-one full-time staff in addition to six part-time staff member, student interns and volunteers. This year marks the launch of free Wi-Fi in our six library locations.)

Flu.gov Know What to Do About the Flu

2009-09-01T11:31:00.004-04:00

One stop access to U.S. Government H1N1, avian and pandemic flu information.
http://www.flu.gov/individual/index.html

Who Uses the Library Anymore???

2009-08-12T12:07:00.002-04:00

Someone does:)

Last fiscal year (July 1st, 2008 through June 30th, 2009) Berkeley County Library System staff checked out 590,175 items to its customers. That is more than half a million books, music cds, audios books, dvds, etc. Wow! It is an increase over the previous fiscal year of 30.47%.

The number of people actually coming into the branches increased by 25.33%. Four hundred and ninety-six-thousand-nine-hundred-and-thirteen people came visited the library's six locations.

Fifteen thousand more people used the library's computers.

Thank you!

Shop Online and Help Your Library at the Same Time

2009-07-10T14:56:00.003-04:00

Fire Museum Library Passes now available

2009-06-25T10:05:00.002-04:00

The North Charleston and American LaFrance Fire Museum and Educational Center has begun a “Museum Library Pass” program to be a cooperative partnership between public libraries and the fire museum.The goal of the partnership is to offer complimentary museum access to anyone with a library card. Each Berkeley County Library branch will receive at least two plastic credit card-style passes to the museum. The passes can be checked out for a one-week period. The pass will grant admission to the fire museum for two adults and accompanying children.The program is intended to foster a partnership between museums and libraries in the Lowcountry and follow the museum’s mission, which is to educate North Charleston and surrounding communities on the importance of fire and life safety through the history and evolution of the fire service. This is a joint effort offered through libraries serving residents in Charleton, Berkeley and Dorchester counties.

The Fire Museum is located at 4975 Center Pointe Drive in North Charleston. For more information on the Fire Museum, visit their website at http://www.legacyofheroes.org/.

Library Card Signup at Bonneau Municipal Recreational Area

2009-05-22T15:46:00.027-04:00

The Friends of the BCLS Need Your Help!

2009-04-21T15:11:00.003-04:00

As you know, The Friends of the Berkeley County Library System, a 501 (c)3 nonprofit organization, support the library in many ways and as you can imagine nonprofits and schools are facing a fundraising crisis this year.

The good news is that more than 900 of the top Internet retailers and travel sites including Amazon, eBay, Target, Apple, Expedia and more have joined forces with GoodShop.com to donate part of every purchase to your favorite charity or school at no additional cost to you (more than 72,000 nonprofits are now on-board)!

It takes just a few seconds to go to www.goodshop.com, select your charity, and then click through to your favorite store and shop as usual.
Also, Yahoo has teamed up with GoodShop's sister site, GoodSearch.com, to donate a penny to your cause every time you search the web. This is totally free as the money comes from advertisers.

To give you a sense of how the money can add up, the ASPCA has already earned more than $23,000!

Please tell 10 friends about GoodShop and GoodSearch today. They've been featured in the NY Times, the Wall Street Journal, CNN, Oprah Magazine and more.
Charities need our help to spread the word now more than ever!

Online Tools for Tough Economic Times

2009-04-21T10:02:00.002-04:00

Tough Times?

Look to Your Library

Just Laid-Off?
Click here to apply for unemployment online.

Searching for a Job?
Click here to view SC Job Sites Online.

Struggling Small Business?
Click here to see the latest on the Recovery Act.

Behind on Your Mortgage?
Mortgage relief

Homeless? Hungry? Difficulty Paying Utilities?

Click here or Dial 2-1-1

Nasty Nathan Mystery Night at Daniel Island

2009-03-29T14:40:00.001-04:00

The "Nasty Nathan" Mystery night, a program supporting the theme, Berkeley Reads Mysteries, was a knockout!

Lining Up Outside the Goose Creek Branch!

2009-02-05T13:15:00.001-05:00

We knew Brenda Richardson's Technology classes were popular. However, we
did not know
that patrons were lining up to make sure their class was confirmed.
Yesterday, two patrons waited 35 minutes outside the library (until we
opened) to confirm that they were indeed in the class. It was cold
yesterday! Brenda, you are awesome!

Santa at the Moncks Corner Library

2008-12-19T14:58:00.000-05:00

Santa visited the Moncks Corner Library on Thursday, Dec. 4th.
He read 'Twas the Night Before Christmas by Clement Moore at Storytime.
Santa and his elf also gave gift bags on injury prevention and educational needs of children to keep them safe during and after the holidays.
Sponsored by Berkeley County E. M. S

Reciprocal Borrowers!

2008-12-12T14:10:00.002-05:00

Left to right: Florence Lewis-Coker (BCLS), Belinda Blue Mason (DCL), Donna
Osborne, Director (BCLS), Dr. Frank Bruno, Director (DCL) and Jane
Bailey (DCL).

Today, Dr. Frank Bruno, Dorchester County Library Director along with
Belinda Blue, Technology Instructor/PR Librarian and Jane Bailey,
Headquarters Librarian visited the Sangaree branch of the Berkeley
County Library System to apply for their free Berkeley County Library
System Card.

Gourdin Presents Director with Historic Huguenot collection

2008-12-12T13:50:00.002-05:00

Keith Gourdin, cousin of Virginia Gourdin, presents an historical

collection of the Huguenot Society of South Carolina Transactions to
Berkeley County Library System Director, Donna Osborne. Virginia Gourdin
has dedicated her life to historical research and documentation of her
ancestral family lines.(Nov. 24, 08) Photo provided by Betty W. Delk.

Message from the Director

2008-12-10T09:54:00.001-05:00

The Berkeley County Library System offers materials for your personal enrichment, lifelong learning, and entertainment. Our knowledgeable and professional staff is dedicated to utilizing library resources in innovative ways to provide a range of services necessary to meet the needs of Berkeley County’s rapidly growing and increasingly diverse population.

During the past year to better serve your needs, we have redirected funds to acquire current, more popular books, movies, and music; revised our policies to make them less restrictive and more customer friendly; and offered more programs for your benefit and enjoyment.

As a result of these changes, circulation increased 26.5 % last fiscal year, to 453,986. Computer use has jumped 58%. Your visits to our libraries have also risen more than 21%. We are proud of these achievements and our service to you.

We’re now facing financial and economic challenges and realize that many of you are too. Because of the budgetary crisis facing the state, funds provided by the state to our libraries have been reduced by over $67,000.00 with more cuts expected before the end of the year. This means the libraries are not able to purchase new materials in the quantity and variety previously provided. We regret these budget cuts mean providing fewer resources for your use.

We are committed to stretching available monies as far as we are able. We also promise to use remaining state funds wisely and in the best interest of you, our customers.

We value your input and welcome suggestions and recommendations to improve our resources for your use. We are especially grateful for your continued support during these challenging times. If you have suggestions or ideas, or would be willing to make a donation to our book budget, please contact me. My phone numbers are 843 719-4243 or 843 723-3800, ext. 4243.

We, the staff of the Berkeley County Library System, are committed to serving you and our entire community to the best of our ability.

Regards,
Donna Osborne, Director

Friends of The Library Provide Great Prizes

2008-11-24T14:38:00.000-05:00

Eliza, Linda, Nancy, Brandy and Vickie were all very pleased to receive their twenty dollar Barnes & Noble gift cards from the Friends of the Berkeley County Library Board. "Wow, it is enough for me to buy myself my own copy of Bad Kitty by Nick Bruel! The cat reminds me of my cat at home...," Linda Hedleston.

Thanks to Betty Delk of The Berkeley Independent for covering the St. Stephen branch winners!

Don't forget to submit your letter letting us know why you love your public library :-)

Ramona

"Why You Love Your Library" Mailbox Contest

2008-11-21T11:32:00.007-05:00

November 1 - December 31
Why You Love Your Library Submit Letters or Stories telling us "Why You Love Your Library." Prizes for Best (Adult, Teen and Child) Stories! Online submission form for your Letter or Story. Email or Text your Letters or Stories, visit http://www.berkeley.lib.sc.us/ Every Berkeley County Library System location has a "I Love My Library Mailbox" for Letters or Stories!

The Friends of the Berkeley County Library Board judged mailboxes created by Library Staff based on the theme, "Why You Love Your Library".
Library Staff who created the winning mailboxes will receive a Gift card from Barnes & Nobel and a Certificate of Appreciation!

First Place
Berkeley County Library - Moncks Corner
Adult Mailbox
Created by Mrs. Eliza Pinckney

Second Place
Berkeley County Library - Moncks Corner
Children's Mailbox
Created by Mrs. Linda Hedleston

Third Place
Berkeley County Library - St. Stepehen

Created by Mrs. Vickie Snider, Mrs. Brandi Rogulski and Mrs. Nancy Martin

Berkeley County Library - Moncks Corner
Teen Mailbox

Created by Mrs. Tillie Williams

Berkeley County Library - Hanahan

Created by Ms. Gail Muiter

Berkeley County Library - Goose Creek
Teen Mailbox
Created by Ms. Dianne Boersma

Berkeley County Library - Goose Creek

Children's Mailbox
Created by Mrs. Patricia Miner

Berkeley County Library - Goose Creek

Adult Mailbox
Created by Mrs. Eileen Sowers

Berkeley County Library - Daniel Island

Created by Mr. Chris Johnston

Berkeley County Library - Sangaree
Created by Ms. Annelise Carson

St. Stephen Resident, Tina Russell wins a 6th generation iPod!

2008-10-10T11:22:00.002-04:00

Vickie Snider (left) presents Mrs. Tina Russell with her 6th generation iPod.

Mrs. Tina W. Russell of St. Stephen is this year's winner of the "September is Library Card Sign-Up" drive. All Berkeley County Library System new customers who applied for a library card during the month of September were included in the drawing. Vickie Snider, a long-time St. Stephen staff member was so excited that a St. Stephen resident won the prize! When Mrs. Russell was asked if she knew what an iPod was, she replied, "I asked my daughter and she told me." She said that she has never won anything and was so surprised to receive the call. The Library System is very grateful to the Friends of the Berkeley County Library for providing the funds to offer this very nice prize. Congratulations, Mrs. Russell and welcome to the St. Stephen branch library community!

Ramona L. Grimsley MLIS, MBA Special Projects/Public Relations Librarian

Cross High School Kid's Day August 16th

2008-08-22T16:01:00.000-04:00

Berkeley County Library System: Genealogy Resources

2008-08-22T10:42:00.000-04:00

South Carolina genealogists, the Berkeley County Library System is pleased to announce the acquisition of South Carolina Death Records for 1915-1956 on microfilm. Public access to the South Carolina Death Index and microfilm records of these deaths are available at our Main Library in Moncks Corner, in our South Carolina Room. Reference assistants are available to help you. This service is free of charge. Self-service copying from the microfilm reader is available at ten cents per page. The South Carolina Room is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Through the generosity of a local merchant, the Main Library’s South Carolina Room has also acquired the one hundred and twenty eight volume set of /The War of the Rebellion: a compilation of the official records of the //Union// and Confederate Armies/ prepared by the United States War Department and reprinted by Historical Times. This set consists of 138,579 pages with 1,006 maps and diagrams. Divided into four series: Series I contains information concerning military operations-formal reports, both Union and Confederate, of the first seizures of United States property in the southern states, and of all military operations in the field with the correspondence, orders, and returns relating to these; Series II contains information concerning prisoners-correspondence, orders, reports, and returns Union and Confederate, relating to prisoners of war and to State or political prisoners; Series III contains information pertaining to Union authorities-Correspondence, orders, reports, and returns of the Union authorities (including their correspondence with the Confederate officials) not relating specifically to the subjects of series I and II; Series IV contains information pertaining to Confederate authorities-Correspondence, orders, reports, and returns of the Union authorities (including their correspondence with the Confederate officials) not relating specifically to the subjects of series I and II; and a comprehensive index. This most-used of all primary sources for historical research on the Civil War is a welcome addition to our collection. You are invited to make use of these resources. Berkeley County Library System's Main Library is located beside Berkeley County Government Administrative Offices at 1003 Hwy 52 Moncks Corner.

Library's involvement in the Fair

2007-11-09T15:04:00.001-05:00

The Library's involvement in the Fair grew out of programming for
seniors that began several years at the Goose Creek Library. Staff were
invited to participate in the Fair on Seniors Day, and have done so ever
since. Berkeley County Library staff and the Friends of Berkeley County
Libraries greet seniors, tell them about library services, provide
handouts and hold drawings for little gifts provided by the Friends group.
Donna Osborne
Library Director
Berkeley County Library System

New Berkeley County Liibrary Director

2007-07-25T12:18:00.000-04:00

New library director took post Monday

Donna Osborne of Columbus, Ga., became the director of the Berkeley County Library System Monday. Before accepting the Berkeley County job, Osborne worked in the Chattahoochee Valley Regional Library System in Georgia for 16 years, and in the six most recent years she held the title of deputy director.

"I just feel it is time for me to take what I've learned and apply it in another place," Osborne says of her leave. Osborne is excited to take on this job in "the fastest growing county in South Carolina."

Osborne received a bachelor's degree in history from LaGrange College in 1976 and a master of library science degree from Rutgers University, where she worked in the university library.

Source:
Post and Courier
http://www.charleston.net/news/2007/jul/25/berkbriefs11323/

Ronnie Cooper- Hometown Boy to speak at Main Library

2007-06-21T14:34:00.000-04:00

Ronnie LeRoss Cooper, is coming to town!
The Friends of the Berkeley County Library
present Ron Cooper reading from his novel,
"Hume's Fork," July 9th, 2007, 7:00 p.m.
at the Main Library-1003 Hwy 52 Moncks Corner.

Yes, Mr. Popular, Berkeley High School Class of 1978,
has written a novel. It stands to reason since he was voted
wittiest in the Senior Class. The book is more than witty, it is hilarious!!

David Pitt from Booklist summed up "Hume's Fork" as follows:

This is a wacky novel, even for a satire. It stars a couple of philosophy professors who, on their way to a conference in South Carolina, get sidetracked and wind up bunking with a local family. The book's protagonist is Legare Hume, and the local family is his own: mother, father, various relatives, including the only two Legare can stand, his sister and her small boy. He has spent most of his life trying to pretend his family doesn't exist, and now he watches, helplessly, as his fellow professor, Saul Grossman, fits right in, instantly seeming to become just one o' the boys. Cooper, a philosophy professor who hails from South Carolina, manages to tell a funny, fast-paced, hugely entertaining story that balances intricate philosophical ideas (the title itself is a pun, though you may need a crash course in logical positivism to get the joke) with outright zanines (philosophizing wrestlers). Comparisons to John Kennedy Toole's A Confederacy of Dunces are not without merit, though Michael Malone's Handling Sin is closer to the mark. Its similarity to these contemporary classics aside, Cooper's novel is not at all derivative.

So come out to the Main Library on July 9th at 7:00 p.m. and enjoy your "brush with greatness!"

Movies Filmed in South Carolina

2007-05-03T11:51:00.000-04:00

South Carolina has provided movie locations for over 100 feature films.
Try spotting a South Carolina location in a film you're watching, enjoy!
(For a complete listing, see: Movies Filmed in South Carolina (www.sciway.net)
The titles listed below are available from the Berkeley County Library:
1969 (Hardeville)
The Abyss (Novel) (Gaffney)
The Battle of Aiken (Novel) (Aiken/Edgefield)
The Boyfriend School (Novel) (Charleston)
Cold Mountain (Charleston)
Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys (Charleston)
Daughters of the Dust (Saint Helena Island)
Deceiver (Charleston)
Deliverance (Novel) (Chattooga River/Lake Jocassee)
The Fugitive (Beaufort)
The Great Santini (Beaufort)
The Jungle Book (Beaufort/Fripp Island)
The Legend of Bagger Vance (Beaufort, Bluffton, Charleston, Hilton Head, Kiawah Island)
A Line in the Sand (Novel) (Columbia)
The Lords of Discipline (Novel) (Charleston)
The Notebook ( Black River Plantation (Clarendon County), Boone Hall Plantation (Mount Pleasant), Charleston, College of Charleston, Cypress Gardens (Moncks Corner), Edisto Island, North Charleston, Old Village (Mount Pleasant), Wadmalaw Island)
Other Voices, Other Rooms (Novel) (Charleston, Edisto Island)
The Patriot ( Botany Bay Plantation (Edisto Island), Brattonsville, Charleston, Cypress Gardens (Moncks Corner), Darby Farm (Chester County), Fort Lawn, Lowrys, Mansfield Plantation (Georgetown County), Middleton Place Plantation (Dorchester County), Rock Hill)
The Prince of Tides (Beaufort, Fripp Island, Charleston)
Radio (Anderson, Walterboro)
Rich in Love (Charleston, Mount Pleasant)
Rules of Engagement (Hunting Island)
Sleeping with the Enemy (Novel) (Abbeville, Spartanburg)
That Darn Cat (Novel) (Aiken, Edgefield)
White Squall (Beaufort, Charleston)
Wild America (Jasper County)
Yesterday (Novel) (Parris Island)

2 teenagers face charges after vandalizing the Berkeley County Library - Sangaree

2007-02-10T10:31:00.000-05:00

Two teenagers, ages 13 and 15, are accused of vandalizing the new Sangaree branch of the Berkeley County library system. The damage was estimated at $25,000, and deputies still are looking for a 14-year-old male.

Read the complete story:
Post & Courier Newspaper

Trashed! Berkeley County Library - Sangaree

2007-01-18T15:32:00.000-05:00

The Grand Opening of the Berkeley County Library - Sangaree is delayed due to vandalism.
The Library was scheduled to open on January 22, 2007.

Library Vandalized [Counton2.com] WCBD-TV

Library Trashed [Live 5 News] WCSC

Looking For South Carolina Historical Records?

2006-11-30T11:22:00.000-05:00

Directory of Historical Records Repositories in South Carolina

This is a directory of repositories holding significant amounts of primary source materials documenting South Carolina history. These materials include such items as letters, diaries, business and government records, and photographs. Not included are repositories whose holdings are mostly printed materials such as books and periodicals. All of the listed repositories are open to public use.

Website: The Directory of Historical Records Repositories in South Carolina

I Love A Parade

2006-11-24T09:28:00.001-05:00

Hey!
December 1st, 2006 @ 6:00 p.m. the Berkeley County Library-St. Stephen Branch will be represented in the Annual St. Stephen Christmas Parade!! Come see St. Stephen Library staff tooling through town in a convertible provided by "Hoover the Mover."

The Friends of the Library and "Hoover the Mover" are sponsoring a tree for the library in the St. Stephen's Annual Christmas Tree Competition. The theme of our tree is "Food for Fines." The winner will be announced December 1st.

More later...I've got to head out and start decorating the tree!!

RAMONA GRIMSLEY