2008 is almost here!

The staff of the John's Island Regional Library wishes you a Happy New Year! As a reminder, the library will close at 6:00 p.m. on December 31st. We will be closed on January 1st and will reopen at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 2nd.

We hope you will make visiting the library more often one of your New Year's resolutions! In addition to our wonderful collection of books, DVDs, videotapes, books on CD and audiocassettes, music CDs, periodicals, and computers, we are planning some great, free programs for all ages in 2008. We are here to serve you and hope to see you soon.

A Message for You from Our Staff

Season's Greetings from the staff of the John's Island Regional Library! As a reminder, the library will be closed on December 24, 25, and 26. Have a safe, healthy, and happy holiday season.

New in 2008!

Tuesday, January 15 at 2:00 p.m.
Thursday, January 17 at 6:00 p.m.

Come to the session of your choice & discuss The Water is Wide by Pat Conroy. Follow Conroy as he travels to an isolated sea island off the coast of South Carolina in the 1960s to teach the island's children. While supplies last, copies of the book can be obtained at the Reference Desk.

Tax Help and Forms @ the Library

From Saturday, February 2, 2008 through Saturday, April 12, 2008 AARP volunteers will be in the John's Island Regional Library's auditorium to assist in the preparation of income tax forms. The free tax assistance will be available from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on a first come, first served basis. There will be a Spanish-speaking tax preparer to assist patrons in Spanish. The last person will be accepted at 1:00 p.m. to allow AARP volunteers time to assist before closing at 2:00 p.m. Free tax help will also be available at select other branches of the Charleston County Public Library.

2007 Income Tax forms will be available at the library from January 7, 2008 until April 21, 2008.

New DVDs @ Your Library

The following DVDs are now available for borrowing @ the library. Reserve your copy today by visiting the library's catalog or by calling the Reference Desk at (843) 559-1945 or another branch of the CCPL.

Are We Done Yet?
Starring Ice Cube, Nia Long, John C. McGinley, Aleisha Allen
Rated PG
Black Snake Moan
Starring Samuel L. Jackson, Christina Ricci, Justin Timberlake
Rated R
Blades of Glory
Starring Will Ferrell, Jon Heder, Will Arnett, Amy Poehler
Rated PG-13
Constellation
Starring Ever Carradine, David Clennon, Rae Dawn Chong, Melissa DeSousa
Unrated
Norbit
Starring Eddie Murphy, Thandie Newton, Marlon Wayans, Terry Crews, Clifton Powell, Lester "Rasta" Speight, Cuba Gooding, Jr.
Rated PG-13
300
Starring Gerard Butler, Lena Headey, Dominic West, David Wenham
Rated R
Unaccompanied Minors
Starring Paget Brewster, Jessica Walter, Wilmer Valderrama, David Koechner, Lewis Black
Rated PG
1408
Starring John Cusack, Mary McCormack, Samuel L. Jackson
Based on a short story by Stephen King
Rated PG-13

We also have the following new seasons in our TV series DVDs:
Criminal Minds: Season Two
Deadwood: Season Three
Prisonbreak: Season Two

Be A Tourist In Your Own Town Winner!

Congratulations to Caroline Warner

Winner of the "Be A Tourist in Your Own Town" family pass

at the John's Island Regional Library!

If you would like to purchase your own pass, click here for details of how to get your pass that's good for

admission to 35 attractions and

discounts at 19 area restaurants

during the entire month of January 2008!

Computer Classes in January 2008

All computer classes are free and are open for adults and young adults to register. For more information please call (843) 559-1945 and ask for the Reference Department. Class space is available for 8 participants per session.

Word Basics
Monday, January 7 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Registration starts 12/23
Introduction to the basic tools of Microsoft Word. Tools include selecting and modifying text, cutting and pasting, opening a document, and saving a document. Prerequisite: Some experience using a mouse will be helpful.

Computer Basics
Tuesday, January 8 from 10:30 a.m. – 12 Noon
Registration starts 12/23
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
Monday, January 14 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Registration starts 12/31
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.

Internet Basics
Tuesday, January 15 from 10:30 – 12 Noon
Registration starts 12/31
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.

Internet: Searching the Library Catalog
Tuesday, January 22 from 10:30 – 12 Noon
Registration starts 1/8
Learn how to find books, movies and more by entering keywords or specific terms. Discover the benefits of placing items on hold, searching by type, and viewing your library account online. Please bring your library card with you to class. Prerequisite: Some experience using a mouse will be helpful.

PowerPoint Basics
Monday, January 28 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Registration starts 1/14
Overview of Microsoft PowerPoint, a software program for designing creative presentations and slideshows. Create a simple presentation and learn how to use this program to produce effective printed materials. Prerequisite: Word Basics or some experience using MS Word will be helpful.

Publisher: Create a Newsletter
Tuesday, January 29 from 10:30 – 12 Noon
Registration starts 1/15
Learn the basics of this desktop publishing program. MS Publisher is designed for creating greeting cards, flyers, signs, brochures, calendars, and much more. This class will focus on creating a newsletter. Prerequisite: Word Basics or some experience using MS Word will be helpful.