Knitting Group Meetings

Come to the library and join other adults who love to knit! Bring your current knitting project and join in the fun. While sitting and knitting, you'll enjoy great conversation and get to see the projects of other knitters. Share ideas while making new friends! We welcome adult knitters of all skill levels. Mark your calendars for the remaining Tuesday sessions this year:

November 27, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
December 4th & 16th, 6:00-7:30 p.m.

Computer Classes in December

Did you know that our library offers free computer classes for adults and young adults? Our December classes are listed below. Registration is required.

If you would like more information, please call 559-1945 and ask for the Reference Department. Class space is available for 8 participants per session.

Computer Basics
Monday, December 3 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Registration starts 11/19
This class provides a basic introduction to the personal computer and its parts. Learn how to use the mouse and navigate the computer screen. There is time for hands-on practice. No computer experience is necessary.

Word Basics
Tuesday, December 4 from 10:30 a.m. – 12 Noon
Registration starts 11/20
Introduction to the basic tools of Microsoft Word. Learn how to enter and format text, change margins and line spacing, and copy and paste text. Saving and printing tips will also be discussed. Prerequisite: Some experience using a mouse will be helpful.

Keyboard Basics
Monday, December 10 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Registration starts 11/26
Basic orientation to using the computer keyboard. Learn to be a more efficient keyboarder. General instruction and hands-on practice. No computer experience is necessary.

Excel Basics
Tuesday, December 11 from 10:30 a.m. – 12 noon
Registration starts 11/27
An introduction to spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel. This session provides a basic overview and common uses for spreadsheets. Learn basic Excel functions and build a simple budget spreadsheet. Prerequisite: Word Basics or some experience using MS Word will be helpful.

Internet Basics
Monday, December 17 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Registration starts 12/3
An introduction to the Internet, focusing on the World Wide Web. Provides an overview of how the Internet is structured and introduces searching on the World Wide Web. Prerequisite: Some experience using a mouse will be helpful.

Publisher: Create a Greeting Card
Tuesday, December 18 from 10:30 a.m. – 12 noon
Registration starts 12/4
Create a greeting card for the holidays! Learn the basics of this desktop publishing program. MS Publisher is designed for creating greeting cards, flyers, signs, brochures, calendars, and much more. Prerequisite: Word Basics or some experience using MS Word will be helpful.

Smart Growth, Sprawl, and the Future of John's Island

Join us on Monday, November 5, at 6:00 p.m. as Dana Beach, Executive Director of the SC Coastal Conservation League, speaks on Smart Growth, Sprawl, and the Future of John's Island at our library. This program is part of the Charleston Collegiate Guest Speaker Series.