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What's Up for the Weekend: February 6-8

by Nicole

February 06, 2009

Free library events on Saturday! Sing and Learn Chinese with Wei, 10:30 -11:30 a.m. at the West Ashley branch. Valentine's Day Craft Make-and-Take with Grace Dunbar, 10:30 a.m., Poe-Sullivan's Island branch. Saturday Family Storytime, 11:00 a.m. at the John's Island branch. African American Read-In Celebration, 2 p.m., Main Library. Saturday Movie: Igor, 3 p.m. at the Dorechester  Read more...

Tuesday top five: toys we love

by Nicole

December 02, 2008

Preschool learning is all about play, which means toys are more than just mere amusement: they're the tools for exploring and enriching children's lives. The best toys bring kids and families together with plenty of room for adaptation and imagination. Here are five recommendations that will excite and inspire the little ones on your list. Smart Splash Fun Number Ducks Rubber duckies are  Read more...

Welcome to your weekend!

by Nicole

November 14, 2008

There is plenty to keep you busy this weekend in Charleston (like most weekends in our great city, I suppose!). Let's take a look at what's happening around town. The Holiday Festival of Lights is now open in James Island County Park! If you're ready to jump into the holiday spirit, take a drive this weekend through a gorgeous and wonder-filled park filled with over 600 light displays. Check out  Read more...

Riding in the rain

by Nicole

September 17, 2008

Yesterday afternoon, my neighbor -- who just happens to be an expert bicycle mechanic -- fixed up an extra bike he had and helped me attach the bike trailer I bought recently. (Barely used, $30, great deal!) I've been wanting a way to get the kids from here to there without always having to use the car, and this seemed like the perfect solution. It's a little to far to walk to most of my  Read more...

Sail Away: Boat Safety for Kids

by Nicole

June 26, 2008

We're meeting some friends in Edisto this weekend for some summertime fun. They are some of our best friends, not just because we like them a lot, but because they have a boat. (Just kidding!) But while boating can be a great outdoor activity for the whole family, it's most enjoyable when done safely. If you're getting out on the waterways this summer in a watercraft (does anyone besides the  Read more...

Planes, Trains and Automobiles: Things that Go Vroom!

by Nicole

May 13, 2008

Plymouth Park in the Riverland Terrace neighborhood on James Island makes an excellent spot for seeing things that go. ( Click here for the map.) A park, you ask? Well, yes. Specifically, a park strategically placed along the Wappoo Creek, next to a boat ramp and across the street from a fire station. This is one of my favorite parks to play at anyway, because it is shaded and manageable big  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in charleston

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

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