What's happening at the Daniel Island Library?
The following activities will take place during the month of June at the Berkeley County Library on Daniel Island, located at 2301 Daniel Island Drive. For additional information, call (843) 471-2952 or visit http://berkeleylibrarysc.org/locations-and-hours/daniel-island-library/.
CHILDREN’S STORYTIME
Mondays at 10:30 and 11 a.m. Come dance to your favorite music and listen to exciting stories.
MASTER GARDENER Q&A DESK
Monday, June 5, 4 to 6 p.m. Trained and Certified Clemson Extension Tri-County Master Gardener volunteers will be on hand to answer questions about lawns, trees, shrubs, annuals, perennials, vegetables, and all aspects of gardening in the Lowcountry. We will also accept soil samples (the cost is $6.00 per sample) and provide handouts and reference materials as needed.
TAI CHI
Tuesdays and Fridays, 9 to 10 a.m. An ancient form of exercise for all ages using slow, smooth body movements. Tai Chi is particularly effective in healing, strengthening the cardiovascular and immune systems, and disease prevention. It can boost energy, balance, sharpen reflexes and one’s overall sense of well-being.
DI NEEDLEWORKERS
Second and fourth Tuesdays (June 13 and 27), from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. From experts to beginners, join in the fun on alternate Tuesday mornings. Bring your quilt, appliqué, embroidery, or any portable needle project and stay for a while to sew, make new friends and chat.
DI BOOK CLUB
Every third Tuesday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Be part of a lively discussion about some popular and chat-worthy books. Was it a thumbs up or thumbs down? Come share your thoughts.
June 20 - “Small Great Things” by Jodi Picoult
July 18 - “Marriage of Opposites” by Alice Hoffman
RECORDER CLASS
Tuesdays from 2 to 3 p.m. For beginning or “rusty” adults and teens who want to learn to play in a group setting. Prior recorder or other musical experience not required. Reading music is also not a prerequisite. You should be able to play several pieces within a few weeks.
PHILOSOPHY CLASS
Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Join Prof. Hillyer Rudisill for a free college-level course. Participants can attend at any time since each session stands on its own.
WRITERS’ GROUP
Every first Wednesday from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Join local author Crystal Klimavicz at the Daniel Island Library on June 7 to connect and share with other local authors and aspiring writers. All are welcome.
INVENTING AMERICA
Thursdays from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Starting with Ben Franklin, learn about the many influential figures who shaped our country from 1750-1830, such as John Adams, George Washington and John Marshall up to Alexis de’Tocqueville’s “Democracy in America,” in a weekly discussion led by Dr. Lester Pittman. Program will cover not just biographical information, but how their ideas and principles helped mold our country. In addition it could be a useful way to assess the claims by our contemporary leaders and pundits.
DI SOCIAL BRIDGE GROUP
Second Friday and fourth Monday of each month (June 9 and June 26) from 1 to 4 p.m. Do you play bridge or used to play? Are you a beginner or have no partner? Want to play for fun, mental exercise and to meeting interesting people? No problem! Come and join us.