Tuesday, March 11, 2008

New DVDs!

The library has recently added the following movies and TV series to its DVD collection:

Across the Universe, Rated PG-13
Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford, Rated R
Becoming Jane, Rated PG
The Brave One, Rated R
Elizabeth: The Golden Age, Rated PG-13
Feast of Love, Rated R
Gone Baby Gone, Rated R
Hairspray, Rated PG
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Rated PG-13
The Invasion, Rated PG-13
The Jane Austen Book Club, Rated PG-13
Martian Child. Rated PG
2 Days in Paris, Rated R
We Own the Night, Rated R
Why Did I Get Married? Rated PG-13

New in TV Series DVDs
Allo 'Allo!: Season 7
Lovejoy: Season 2
Soul Food: Season 3
The Tudors: Season 1

To request a DVD:
Visit the online CCPL catalog with your library card number and PIN,
Call one of our branches, or
Call our Reference Desk at (843) 559-1945.

Thursday, March 6, 2008

April Computer Classes for Adults and Young Adults

Computer classes are free. Class space is available for 8 participants per session. Please call (843) 559-1945 and ask for the Reference Department if you have any questions or would like to register for a class. Registration start dates are noted below.

Word Basics
Tuesday, April 1 from 10:00 a.m. – 12 Noon

Registration starts 3/18
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.

Computer Basics
Monday, April 7 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Registration starts 3/24
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: Beyond the Basics
Tuesday, April 8 from 10:00 a.m. – 12 Noon

Registration starts 3/25
In this follow-up to Word Basics learn how to set tabs, create columns, paste text from the Internet, insert page numbers, add ClipArt and photographs, and format text as you design a simple newsletter. Prerequisite: Word Basics or some experience with MS Word will be helpful.

Keyboard Basics
Monday, April 14 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Registration starts 3/31
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, April 15 from 10:00 a.m. – 12 Noon

Registration starts 4/1
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.

Files and Folders: File Organization and Management
Monday, April 28 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Registration starts 4/14
Learn how to organize your computer files more effectively. Basics concepts include: creating a file or document, creating folders, naming folders and saving document in a folder and copying files from one floppy disc to another. Prerequisite: Computer Basics will be helpful.

Excel: Beyond the Basics
Tuesday, April 29 from 10:00 a.m. – 12 Noon

Registration starts 4/15
A follow-up session to Excel Basics. Learn some additional features of the program, such as sorting and filtering. Learn how to use additional types of formulas. Prerequisite: Excel Basics or some experience using MS Excel will be helpful.

Tuesday, March 4, 2008

Don't Miss the Book Sale!


Hooked on Books at The Navy Yard at Noisette, 2120 Noisette Blvd., North Charleston, SC 29405
Saturday, March 15, 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

Sunday, March 16, Noon-5:00 p.m.

You'll want to stop by The Navy Yard at Noisette for good book deals and fun activities! Click here for a schedule of all the great events!