Revisiting origins of Bardolatry with Renowned Authority Dr. Earle Havens

Charleston Library Society 164 King Street, Charleston, SC, United States

When we hear the term 'The Bard' our minds immediately spring to the name William Shakespeare. More specifically, Shakespeare is known as 'The Bard of Avon'. This is because he seems to have been given the title in recognition of his stature as 'great poet' and the unofficial national poet of England.  “After God, Shakespeare […]

Lite Lunch // Interior Design and Tablescapes with Jetsetter Stephanie Stokes

Charleston Library Society 164 King Street, Charleston, SC, United States

Renowned interior designer and avid world traveller Stephanie Stokes will guide guests through her latest publication The World at Your Table. Stokes will be joined in conversation by another insatiably curious voyager, Elise Bronzo, VP of Sales at Indagare.  During the discussion, they will explore an expansive selection of tablescapes Stokes has created through her […]

Book Tour Exclusive // A Friday with Mitch Albom

Charleston Library Society 164 King Street, Charleston, SC, United States

Though Friday programs are a rare occurrence at the Library Society, the launch of Mitch Albom’s newest book is more than enough reason to open up the day to an event. On November 17, from 6:00PM-7:00PM, CLS and Buxton Books presents the Tuesdays with Morrie author who will spend an evening discussing the themes that […]

Saturday Story Time In The Rabbit Hole – Thanksgiving Food

Charleston Library Society 164 King Street, Charleston, SC, United States

Due to the high enthusiasm surrounding Story Time, we will be offering this to members only. To join the Library Society, please click here. Join us for our beloved Story Time in the Rabbit Hole! During this hour long, kid-friendly program, children and their parents/caregivers will join Kenna, our incredible Camps in the Stacks leader. She […]

Free

Story Time In The Rabbit Hole – Weird Wonders

Charleston Library Society 164 King Street, Charleston, SC, United States

Due to the high enthusiasm surrounding Story Time, we will be offering this to members only. To join the Library Society, please click here. Join us for our beloved Story Time in the Rabbit Hole! During this hour long, kid-friendly program, children and their parents/caregivers will join Melissa, our Children's Library Coordinator. She will be reading […]

Free

Speaker Series // Let’s Talk: Rethinking Communication Culture for the Modern Era

Charleston Library Society 164 King Street, Charleston, SC, United States

Please join authors and experts Nadine Strossen and Greg Lukianoff for an evening of discussion on, fittingly, the power and changing shape of public discourse. Both speakers will draw from their most recent publications (both 2023), Strossen's Free Speech: What Everyone Needs to Know and Lukianoff's The Canceling of the American Mind. But this is not […]

Book Tour Exclusive Lite Lunch // Lifting the Veil on Finance

Charleston Library Society 164 King Street, Charleston, SC, United States

On Wednesday, November 29, CLS and Buxton Books present a business-focused mid-day program with authorities in financial journalism. Three top journalists, Rob Copeland, Mary Childs, and Liz Hoffman, discuss some of the most powerful, influential, and mystifying figures in finance. Guests don't need to be financial wizards to draw value and enjoy this conversation celebrating […]

Story Time In The Rabbit Hole – Weird Wonders

Charleston Library Society 164 King Street, Charleston, SC, United States

Due to the high enthusiasm surrounding Story Time, we will be offering this to members only. To join the Library Society, please click here. Join us for our beloved Story Time in the Rabbit Hole! During this hour long, kid-friendly program, children and their parents/caregivers will join Melissa, our Children's Library Coordinator. She will be reading […]

Free

Storytelling Series // ‘Delivered Under Fire’

Charleston Library Society 164 King Street, Charleston, SC, United States

Candice Shy Hooper shares her newest book Delivered Under Fire. Follow the General Grant's Post Master Absalom Markland during the American Civil War as he developed the military mail service still in use today. Markland's innovative system facilitated the exchange of millions of priceless letters between soldiers on the front lines and their families at […]

Chamber Music with CSO: Holiday Strings

Charleston Library Society 164 King Street, Charleston, SC, United States

Join the Charleston Symphony for an elevated Chamber Music experience this season! Enjoy an intimate evening of ensemble music at the beloved Charleston Library Society that will showcase the brilliant talent of your CSO musicians. Performances will offer an exciting range of chamber music literature and robust programming. Nothing says “it’s the most wonderful time […]

Saturday Story Time In The Rabbit Hole – December Treats

Charleston Library Society 164 King Street, Charleston, SC, United States

Due to the high enthusiasm surrounding Story Time, we will be offering this to members only. To join the Library Society, please click here. Join us for our beloved Story Time in the Rabbit Hole! During this hour long, kid-friendly program, children and their parents/caregivers will join Kenna, our incredible Camps in the Stacks leader. She […]

Free

Chamber Music with CSO: Holiday Strings

Charleston Library Society 164 King Street, Charleston, SC, United States

Join the Charleston Symphony for an elevated Chamber Music experience this season! Enjoy an intimate evening of ensemble music at the beloved Charleston Library Society that will showcase the brilliant talent of your CSO musicians. Performances will offer an exciting range of chamber music literature and robust programming. Nothing says “it’s the most wonderful time […]

CLS Holiday Shopping Bazaar in the Stacks

Mark your calendars for the Charleston Library Society's 2023 Holiday Shopping Bazaar in the Stacks on Tuesday, Dec 5th from 4-8pm and Wednesday, December 6th from 10-2pm. Come enjoy our two part holiday shopping bazaar with our LOCAL vendors: Swell Botanics // Wreaths and Wreath Workshops Margerite + Motte // Lowcountry Oyster Shell Jewelry Christian […]

Story Time In The Rabbit Hole – Cindy Andrews and her debut book Engel

Charleston Library Society 164 King Street, Charleston, SC, United States

Join us for a special appearance during our beloved weekly Story Time in the Rabbit Hole!  Local author and illustrator Cindy Andrews will be our guest to share her latest book, Engel, that releases this week, just in time for the holidays. During this hour long, kid-friendly program, children and their parents/caregivers will hear excerpts and […]

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Story Time In The Rabbit Hole – Christmas Trees

Charleston Library Society 164 King Street, Charleston, SC, United States

Due to the high enthusiasm surrounding Story Time, we will be offering this to members only. To join the Library Society, please click here. Join us for our beloved Story Time in the Rabbit Hole! During this hour long, kid-friendly program, children and their parents/caregivers will join Melissa, our Children's Library Coordinator. She will be reading […]

Free