A Special Message

Please have a safe and happy holiday!
As a reminder, the library will be closing at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 3rd, and will be closed on Friday,July 4th. We will reopen at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 6th.

Sea Islands Book Club in July

Don't miss the Sea Islands Book Club meeting on Tuesday, July 15, from 2-3 p.m. We'll be discussing The Spirit of Sweetgrass by Nicole Seitz. Essie Mae Laveau Jenkins is a 78-year-old sweetgrass basket weaver who is facing losing her home, her basket stand, and her independence. Her dead husband talks her into coming to Heaven, where she reunites with Gullahs and African ancestors. Essie Mae must find inner strength to keep her South Carolina family together. Hope to see you @ the meeting!

Shop at the Friends of the Library Book Sale!

SATURDAY, JUNE 21, 2008

FROM 9:00 A.M. TO 3:00 P.M. IN THE MAIN LIBRARY'S AUDITORIUM!

Get a jump on great summer reading with prices starting at 50 cents. This sale will feature only fiction, children's books, CDs, DVDs, videos and cassettes. Sit back ... relax ... read a good book!
All sales benefit the Charleston County Public Library. For more information, call (843) 805-6978.

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July Computer Classes @ Your Library

Please note registration dates for each class. Call (843) 559-1945 to register. Classes are limited to eight adults/young adults.

Computer Basics
Tuesday, July 1 from 10:00 a.m. – 12 Noon
Registration starts 6/17
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
Monday, July 7 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Registration starts 6/23
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
Tuesday, July 8 from 10:00 a.m. – 12 Noon
Registration starts 6/24
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
Monday, July 14 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Registration starts 6/30
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
Tuesday, July 15 from 10:00 a.m. – 12 Noon
Registration starts 7/1
An introduction to the Internet, focusing on the World Wide Web, using Internet Explorer. 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.

Excel: Beyond the Basics
Monday, July 21 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Registration starts 7/7
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.

Email Basics
Tuesday, July 22 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Registration starts 7/8
The library does not provide individual email accounts. However, there are many Internet sites that provide free email. This class presents the basics of registering for a free email account, composing messages, sending and opening email. Prerequisite: Some experience using a mouse and the Internet will be helpful. Please note earlier start and longer class time.

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