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“Here comes the sun, and I say, ‘It’s all right.’” ☀️
– The Beatles |
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Have you seen our new Study Rooms in Beaufort and Bluffton? They seat up to four people, offer noise-reduction, have a power outlet, USB charging ports, and dimmable lighting for comfortable reading. These rooms cannot be reserved and are first-come, first-served. Study rooms are yours for two hours, with easy extensions if there’s no wait. |
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Celebrate National Library Week with us April 18–25 as we highlight the joy of libraries, creativity, and community through special events at all our locations! We hope you’ll celebrate with us and discover something that brings you joy at your library!
- Beaufort - Finding Your Joy in Local History Online*, PowerPoint Party: Share Your Joy*, and Confetti Bookmark creations
- Beaufort District Collection - Adventures in the Archives with Cassandra Knoppel
- Bluffton - Local Authors Panel & Workshop: Writing is My Joy! and a Bluey Party
- Hilton Head - Reading Rainbow–themed storytimes and adult watercolor* fun
- Lobeco - Music Makers Family Event* and Mini Zen Garden Crafts*
- Port Royal - Book Bedazzling* and Button Making*
- St. Helena - Watercolor sessions* (one for kids and one for adults)
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* = Registration required. |
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Talking Books Services is a free library service from the South Carolina State Library for anyone with a visual, physical, or print disability that prevents them from holding or reading standard print books. This free library program brings reading materials in digital audio and braille formats straight to the homes of patrons from preschoolers to centenarians. Books on digital cartridge, digital talking-book players, and braille books are sent to patrons via the U.S. mail at no cost to users.
Learn more about Talking Book Services here. |
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Thank you to everyone who attended and participated in our first-ever local author festival, Pen & Palmetto: Write Local. Read Local. It was a fantastic day celebrating local authors and creativity, and we look forward to welcoming you back next time! |
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For several years now, the Beaufort District Collection and our partners have been offering more joint programs than usual about the American Revolution because a very big and special day draws nigh: the Quarter Millennial Anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, a milestone document in our nation’s history. |
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In accordance with our mission to bring local history to the people in this community, BDC staff helped plan the Library’s America 250 initiative and have partnered with the Beaufort County Historical Society and Beaufort County 250 Committee to bring you the “Revealing the Revolution Historical Marker Scavenger Hunt Library Quest” for armchair tourists and the deluxe “Revealing the Revolution Historical Marker Scavenger Hunt” road-trip version for all true-blue, red and white striped, local history nerds. Learn about some of the key people and events in Beaufort District’s Revolutionary War era and win prizes. Activity booklets are available at all Branch Libraries and bookmobiles beginning April 1. The challenge ends July 2.
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Celebrate America 250 at the Library April 1 – July 2, pick up a free activity booklet and join in colonial crafts and games for kids and families, ancestry programs for adults, and other fun activities for all ages! Complete any four of the six activities and receive a limited-edition sticker* courtesy of the Beaufort County America 250 Committee. |
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Celebrate Earth Day on April 22 by exploring the outdoors with a South Carolina State Park Pass from the library! Enjoy free admission to all 47 state parks, perfect for hiking, picnicking, and family adventures. Passes are available on a first-come, first-served basis for a two-week checkout period. Read about our passes and FAQs here. |
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Last month, we asked library staff and readers to recommend their favorite travel books and travelogues. This collection brings those suggestions together—from memorable adventures to life-changing journeys, each story invites you to discover new places and perspectives. |
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Thank you to everyone who participated in this year’s Bookmark Contest! We’re excited to unveil the four winning designs in the May issue of this newsletter. Printed bookmarks will be available to the public starting June 1, just in time to help us kick off Summer Reading! |
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March 26, 2026 - Children and their caregivers enjoy a scenic storytime at Fort Frederick as part of the Beaufort Library's Tales & Trails program series. |
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From poetry to pollinators series, we’ve got your April fun planned out for you:
Kids & Teens
Adults
Nothing catches your eye? Explore our online calendar for more fun events all month long. |
* = Registration required. With our new calendar, registering is quick, easy, and online! |
