Adult Programs

Read it, Craft it, Have Fun, Discover, Get to Know and more...

The Colleton County Memorial Library has a program for every kind of interest. Don't see what you're looking for - let us know! Programs are free and open to adults of all ages.

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     BINGO, Board Games, etc.      

Writer's & Illustrators Study Group

Second Saturdays of the Month 

May 14, June 11, July 9 and August 13 at 1:00 PM

A collaborative group for writers who would like to share their thoughts, stories, poems or projects in progress. Hosted by the Colleton County Memorial Library and developed by local author p.k. potts. 

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Register in advance by calling 843-549-5621, ext. 3 or by sending an email to elaney@colletoncounty.org.

Summer Reading Bingo & Book Club

Tuesday, July 12th from 10:00AM to Noon

Who doesn’t love Bingo AND Books? Join the Colleton County Memorial Library for a morning of Bingo, interspersed with short discussions of our favorite summer reads.

So bring your favorite summer-related read (something beach or ocean or vacation-themed) and be prepared to battle it out on the Bingo cards for fun summer-themed prizes.

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No registration required. 

The Timecrafters

Every Thursday at 5:30 PM

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This group crochets, knits, embroiders, makes rag rugs and laughs... a lot. Primarily yarn crafts but crafters of any medium are welcome to come craft, chat and have fun. 

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No registration required. 

Adult Art Party

Tuesday, June 14th at 6:00 PM

Socialize, get paint on your fingers and walk away with your very own work of art.

Let local artist Shelby Slaughter of Your Place Art Party guide you through the creation of your very own work of art. 

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For our 2022 Summer Reading Art Party we'll be painting an electrifying image of the Cooper River Bridge with lightning striking in the background. 

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To register call 843-549-5621, ext 3 or email elaney@colletoncounty.org. 

Postcards from Route 15 (Exhibit)

March - May 2022 during regular business hours

Stop by the Colleton County Memorial Library to view our exhibit, Postcards from Route 15, showcasing vintage Walterboro postcards and messages from New England travelers headed South to Florida on Route 15 in the mid-20th century. 

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This exhibit is free and open to the public during the library’s regular business hours.

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Preserving Family Photographs & Papers (Workshop)

Saturday, June 14th from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Learn the basics of preserving your family photos and historic documents including organization, storage and digitization. The three-hour workshop is the kick-off to our Adult Summer Reading Program and will be led by Reference Librarian and Genealogist Elizabeth Laney.

Each attendee can bring up to five family photos or documents to be digitized during the workshop. Attendance is limited to 20 people. Registration required.

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The workshop is free but registration is required. For more information or to register call 843-549-5621, ext. 3 or email elaney@colletoncounty.org. 

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Celebrate SC State Parks (Talk & Trivia)

Thursday, June 30th from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Join SC State Park Ranger Terry Conway, as he talks about the scenes, stories and wildlife from his kayak trips along the Edisto River and at Charles Towne Landing SHS.

His talk will be followed by a short SC State Parks trivia game with prizes.

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Registration encouraged but not required. For more information or to register call 843-549-5621, ext. 3 or email elaney@colletoncounty.org. 

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Get to Know Series

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Make the most of your library card by getting to know these great resources from YOUR library. Each month we’ll tackle a different library resource and teach you how to access, search, download, upload and make the most of resources like digital downloads, online genealogy tools, the library’s South Carolina Room, Digital Reel, SC LENDS and more.

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Friday, May 27th at 2:00 PM            Get to Know Digital Reel - Colleton's Online Historical Archive

Discover Colleton County's Online Historical Archive including digitized local newspapers, local church records, county records and more! We'll show you how to access, search and download these remarkable online resources. 

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Register by calling 843-549-5621, ext. 3 or emailing elaney@colletoncounty.org.

Summer Reading Bingo & Book Club

Tuesday, July 12th from 10:00AM to Noon

Who doesn’t love Bingo AND Books? Join the Colleton County Memorial Library for a morning of Bingo, interspersed with short discussions of our favorite summer reads.

So bring your favorite summer-related read (something beach or ocean or vacation-themed) and be prepared to battle it out on the Bingo cards for fun summer-themed prizes.

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No registration required.