Coffee Table Books "Color Our World"

A subset of pictorial works [discussed in an earlier Connections post] is the coffee table book. Pretty much everyone can identify a coffee table book, one of those large, generally expensive, lavishly illustrated books intended (mostly) for casual reading. One might even think of coffee table books as picture books for adults. 

The BDC buys coffee table books from time to time - provided, of course, that the subject matter meets with our collection development policy. [Read about halfway down for the BDC's section]. The locally based Lydia Inglett Publishing of Hilton Head Island seems to particularly enjoy printing and distributing coffee table books. You'll notice that company name often in this selective list of of the BDC's coffee table books that "Color Our World:"

Along Southern Roads: Images and Essays, Ramblin' Around the South by Lydia Inglett includes "Curated images from 20 of the South's best photographers." I'm sure that you'll recognize many of the places in Beaufort County and some of the essayists and photographers contained in this coffee table book. 

Bluffton State of Mind: The Photography of Marge Agin: Essays by Emmett McCracken, Lisa Sulta, Courtney Hampson and Amber Kuehn by Marge Agin. Along with friends and colleagues, Marge Agin creates portraits of Bluffton and the Lowcountry that are visually entertaining and culturally vibrant. From oyster shuckers at The Bluffton Oyster Company to alligators, echos of ancient buildings and the May River, Marge’s photographic art make a bold statement for this special place of mind. Features essays by Bluffton Mayor Lisa Sulka, Emmett McCracken, Courtney Hampson and Amber Kuehn; illustrations by Doug Corkern; and special gallery section with separate tipped-on photographs applied.

Dataw: No Ordinary Place: The Rich History of Dataw Island, South Carolina by Dataw Historic Foundation (2015) contains over 200 images chronicling the history of this island from ten thousand years ago when it was inhabited by Native Americans, to the arrival of the Pirates, Europeans, Plantation owners and Africans, and archaeological ruins to the gated community it is today. 

Fripp Island: Nature's Masterpiece by Ryan Copeland is another Lydia Inglett published book. The summary reads like a promotion for tourism (which it sort of is): "Fripp Island, South Carolina is one of those rare places where great natural beauty is combined with a lifestyle that's relaxing and exciting. Golf courses and Lowcountry creatures co-exist in harmony that speaks to the soul. Kids of all ages play, observing the ebb and flow of life lived by the tides and the surrounding sea. Generations of families savor the unspoiled shores and the ever-abundant wildlife throughout the island." The photographers are many and have captured the vistas beautifully: Diane Beck; Barbara Bell; Maggie Brashear; Don Brink; Marvin Burdette; Sara Dasheiel; Dawn Decourcey; Alicia Eatmon; Susan Elmore; Judy Elston; Kathy Folds; Peter Hamo; Dillon Hinson; Kerry Mamison; Ernie Kale; Candi Knight; Katy Laetsch; Valerie Lapolla; Elizabeth MacMaster; Julie Mong; Marsha Neuman; Kimberly O'Day; Barbara Planchon; Kelly Rabah; Lauren Rabil; The Salisbury's ; Shell Suber; Kelly Taylor; Jason Torrance; Kathy & David Tugman; Brenda Welter; Kaye Wood; and Amy Woods. The essayists are Cassandra King; Barb Vining Robinson; Page Putnam Miller; Ryan Copeland; Judy Elston; Susan Price; Marsha Neuman and Jackie Swick. 

Hilton Head Island: Discover the Treasures of One of America's Most Cherished Coastal Towns by Ryan Copeland (2017) is another Lydia Inglett publication. This one makes the claim on its cover "The official Hilton Head Island book." The blurb states that "This edition features gorgeous imagery, history, nature, critters and more with the stories and hot spots that paint a vivid picture of life on the island. [It is] A visual adventure deep into all things Lowcountry - and the island in particular." Photographers featured include Fran Baer; William Bosley; Tom Brady; George Cathart; Carol Clemens; Jean-Marie Côté; Rich Daley; Sandy Dimke; Shannon Earwood; Joan Eckhardt; George Fusaro; Albert E. Heacox; Suzi Huisman; Nancy Huntington; Rachelle Jeffery; Jeffrey Keefer; Jane Kendall; Michael Long; Brendan Massett; Karen Migliaccio; Dorothy Mosior; Kendra Natter; Natalie Nelson; Gretchen Nickel; Paul Nurnberg; Linda O'Rourke; Bob Ovelman; Marge Pangione; John G. Parsons; Robert Rommel; Donna Varner; John Wollwerth; and Edith Wood. A unique feature of this book are "16 interactive aerial drone tours for the reader to explore with their smartphone or tablet." 

Marsh Color : Celebrating the Unique Beauty of Our Coastal Landscape by Eric John Einhorn (2020) was also published by Lydia Inglett. This one has chapters entitled Clouds; Sky; Marsh; Pure color and Reflections. All the photographs are taken from the same spot at different times to show how changeable the timeless landscape can be.   

Shrimp, Collards and Grits : Recipes, Stories and Art from the Creeks and Gardens of the Lowcountry by Patricia Branning is a coffee table book with almost 200 recipes, and 150 fine art paintings that supplement stories gathered to help celebrate Beaufort's tricentennial year. View the work of noted  by Southern artists  Ray Ellis, Nancy Ricker Rhett among others.  Two-time James Beard Award winner Nathalie Dupree opined: "A charming storyteller who combines the unmistakable Southern cadence of stories swapped across the dinner table with delicious Southern recipes. You get generous servings of each and both are delicious!" 

I bought South: What It Means To Be Here in Heart or in Spirit by Wendy Nielsen Pollitzer (2015) for the collection because the author is a longtime resident of Beaufort County. The essays and photographs are meant to clarify that the South is more than just a direction. 

South Carolina : The Natural Heritage by Robert C. Clark (1989) is full of beautiful, well-executed color photographs of plants, animals, landscapes, and natural features. The text is by biologist Stephen H. Bennett and wildlife writer Thomas M. Poland.

Still Standing : The Beauty of Southern Trees by Gary Mullane (2018) captures the essence of our woods. Oaks, loblolly pines, red cedars, and palmettos are featured in this coffee-table book by a photographer, author, arborist, and real estate agent who lives on Hilton Head Island. 

Vivid: Living Life in Full Color : Images and Writings from Around the World, Passionately Explored by Jeffrey Keefer (2019) uses "eye-popping" placement of color in his photography. One of his favorite places, Hilton Head Island, is frequently featured in this book - including the front cover. BTW: The BDC is the only library in SCLENDS to have a copy of this title.

What It Means to Be Here: Palmetto Bluff, Bluffton, the Lowcountry and Beyond: The Photography of Marge Agin (2015) is representative of the coffee table genre. Photographer Marge Agin makes pictures of the lush landscape, waterways, light, and nature to serve as a point of pride for current residents as well as to attract tourists and potential future residents to the area. This facet of the book is underlined by essays penned by Lisa Sulka, the Mayor and Courtney Hampson, Director of Marketing for Palmetto Bluff, a nearby exclusive gated community.  

Here's how my former assistant Olivia Santos described Where Have All the Shrimp Boats Gone? : A 100-year History of the Shrimping Industry in the South Carolina Lowcountry by Woody Collins and Laura Von Harten (2020) in a Connections blog post in 2023: "This book highlights exactly what the title asks its readers: Where did the shrimp boats come from, where have they gone, and where are they going? Collins begins where much of our human history starts; with the native populations in the area and the later arrival of European colonizers. He discusses how the shrimp boat came to be, its original role, and the progression from a focus on oysters to a focus on shrimp. According to Captain Collins, 'Hilton Head and Beaufort were two different worlds in those days.' Therefore, he divided his book into separate chapters about Port Royal, Beaufort, and Hilton Head respectfully. Each location is analyzed by its past history, the current state of the industry, and what the future may hold. A fierce industry by nature, shrimping and its workers are celebrated, and it is discussed how the industry has changed over time."

Wild Island Nature: Hunting Island State Park and Saint Phillips Island : The Beauty and History of our Changing Islands by Carol Corbin; Foreword by Tony Mills (2021) is yet another Lydia Inglett publication. Author Carol Corbin, the Friends of Hunting Island and park staff share observations and information about the historical and cultural significance of these ever changing barrier islands, as well as their important natural habitats. You'll even see a few images from the BDC in this combination image and history title. 

Up Here : The Hunting Island Lighthouse and Its Lightkeepers by Theodore Panayotoff (2024) recounts the fascinating history of a local landmark. Ted Panayotoff has been involved with lighthouses most of his life. When he relocated to Beaufort in 2016, this former Naval Officer took on the Directorship of the Lighthouse Committee of the Friends of Hunting Island State Park and has continued his research about the structure ever since. The Lighthouse was built in 1859, then demolished just a few years later during the Civil War to prevent use by Union troops. Included here, shown for the first time, are the architectural drawings by Johannes Pelz when the lighthouse was rebuilt in 1873. You’ll learn about its lightkeepers and how they lived, surviving all manner of adventures, storms and hurricanes. With its dramatic black and white coloring and moveable design, the lighthouse has witnessed the Atlantic waves caress the shores and storms unleash their fury. Amid this chaos, the Hunting Island Lighthouse remains resolute, a symbol of enduring hope and guidance. 

We could discover whether or not several books by Suzanne Linder would be more aptly classified as coffee-table books but our cataloger has not added "Coffee table books" as a subject in the MARC records.  

 

All but Vivid are can be borrowed from one or more local history sections at the Branch Libraries. 

"Color Our World with History:" BDC Suggestions for the AHA Summer Reading Challenge, 2025

The American Historical Association has been running its own Summer Reading Program - mostly for historians - but there's nothing to stop a BDC local history nerd from participating. Indeed, I encourage you to join their effort - or at the very least to include some works of history in your reading planned for the summer months.  

I'm sharing the challenge with you so that you can get double milage from any summer reading you do with the BCL. Whatever you choose to read to complete the AHA challenge can indeed "count" towards progress on the Beaufort County Library's summer reading program gameboard too. 

Here's a caveat: AHA's challenge runs longer - through the months of June, July and August - whereas the Library's Summer Reading Program runs May 31 - July 31 this year. I include the AHA's Summer Reading Challenge 2025 announcement in toto for you: 

In these chaotic times, we’re feeling the need to escape. And what better way is there to forget about the present than by diving into a good book about the past?

So we invite you to participate in the fourth annual AHA Summer Reading Challenge. Participants will complete three (or more) of the following tasks in the months of June, July, and August. These tasks encourage you to read widely—outside your field, your areas of expertise, and your personal experiences—and define “history” as nonfiction at any length (a book, an article, a chapter).

• Read a history of an event with a major anniversary in 2025.
• Read a history of a resistance movement.
• Read a history that uses material culture.
• Read an edited collection, journal forum, or other multiauthor work.
• Read a history that’s been sitting on your shelf too long.
• Read a piece of historical fiction (novel, story, poem, play).

We encourage participants to post about what they’re reading for this challenge on the AHA Member Forum or on social media using the hashtag #AHAReads. And for those that complete the challenge by Labor Day, there will be a small reward at the end.

Want a paper checklist? Tear off the back cover of the May issue of Perspectives on History or download a PDF.

Here are some suggestions from the BDC: 

• Read a history of an event with a major anniversary in 2025.

This one is pretty obvious - because we just commemorated Lafayette's visit to Beaufort 200 years ago. The Connections post that I wrote in March about the historical context of his visit should suffice. Or perhaps you'll enjoy Lafayette in America in 1824 and 1825: Journal of a Voyage to the United States by Auguste Levasseur, edited by Alan Hoffman (2016) which is available on the BCL's Hoopla service as an e-book. 

• Read a history of a resistance movement.

The BDC has a number of books and other materials about that topic. I'd suggest that you begin with All for Civil Rights : African American Lawyers in South Carolina, 1868-1968 by William Lewis Burke (2017) or Stories of the Struggle : The Clash over Civil Rights in South Carolina by Claudia Smith Brinson (2020). 

• Read a history that uses material culture.

In case you're wondering, material culture is the aspect of culture manifested by the physical objects and architecture of a society. The term is primarily used in archaeology and anthropology, but is also of interest to sociology, geography and history. When I think of architecture in terms of local history, I think of tabby - and when I think of tabby, I think of Beaufort County's resident expert on the topic, Colin Brooker - and when I think of Colin I think of his magisterial The Shell Builders : Tabby Architecture of Beaufort, South Carolina and the Sea Islands (2020). Other good options are Material Culture in Anglo-America: Regional Identity and Urbanity in the Tidewater, Lowcountry, and Caribbean edited by David S. Shields; The Materiality of Freedom : Archaeologies of Post-Emancipation Life edited by Jodi A. Barnes; The Claims of Kinfolk: African American Property and Community in the Nineteenth-Century South by Dylan C. Penningroth; and The Lives in Objects : Native Americans, British Colonists, and Cultures of Labor and Exchange in the Southeast by Jessica Yirush Stern. 

• Read an edited collection, journal forum, or other multiauthor work.

What comes immediately to mind are the 3 volumes of the History of Beaufort County, South Carolina by Lawrence Rowland and others: The History of Beaufort County, South Carolina, 1514 to 1861;         Rebellion, Reconstruction and Redemption, 1861 - 1893; and Bridging the Sea Islands' Past and Present, 1893 - 2006.  Good local history related edited collections include The Yamasee Indians: From Florida to South Carolina edited by Denise Bossy; Seeking : Poetry and Prose Inspired by the Art of Jonathan Green, edited by Kwame Dawes and Marjory Wentworth; The Civil War in South Carolina : Selections from the South Carolina Historical Magazine edited by Stephen G. Hoffius and Lawrence S. Rowland; and Our Prince of Scribes : Writers Remember Pat Conroy edited by Nicole A. Seitz. 

• Read a history that’s been sitting on your shelf too long.

I can't give you any suggestions for this one. Only you know what's sitting on your bookshelves at home. 

• Read a piece of historical fiction (novel, story, poem, play).

Sydney has offered lots of suggestions elsewhere in Connections for historical novels and poems. How about an historical romance such as Beaufort 1849 by Karen Lynn Allen? Or perhaps Hilton Head by Josephine Pinckney, a fictional account of the life of Dr. Henry Woodward?  

I hope that you will continue your quest for lifelong learning by always exploring the perspectives of a variety of historians and periods of history.  A fact may always be a fact - but results of more recent scholarship and changing perspectives sometimes impacts a thinking person's understanding of past events: the how and why of historic documentation often does change. 

"Color Our World" with Pictorial Works about Local History

Summer Reading themes can be a bit of a challenge for a local history unit. When I think of "colorful" and local history it's more likely to result in a person who led a "colorful" life. (Bless his/her heart.). Unfortunately, that interpretation doesn't really fit with the graphics for SRP 2025 - which is more artistic in tone. Therefore, I've decided to change tack and highlight some of the pictures or images spread throughout our holdings.  

According to the Library of Congress, "pictorial works" are "works consisting entirely or primarily of pictures." As it turns out, the BDC has almost 200 pictorial works to share with our customers that encompass parts or all of Beaufort County. I will break them down into smaller subsections for a series of Connections posts during June and July on the theme of "Color Our World." Here are some of the categories to expect in the coming months - though not necessarily in this order:  

• Coffee Table Books
• Annuals & Directories
• Illustrated Newspaper Prints
• Artistic Prints 
• Picture Books for Youth
• By and about Local Artists
• Books by and about Local Photographers
• Digital Collections
• Archival Collections
• Coloring Books
• Illustrated County Histories

Many - but not all - of the featured material will be "colorful" but black, white and grayscale are also colors to me and those shades and tones also "Color Our World." 

Sydney and Cassi will make some posts to "Color Our World" too. 

Summer Reading Display: "Color Our World with History" by Sydney Whiteside

HAPPY SUMMER!!! The summer reading theme for 2025 is "Color Our World," and to honor this, the display case will be full of colorful items from the Beaufort District Collection. Since the summer reading program runs 31 May through 31 July this year, this specific display will remain intact for the months of June and July. You can look forward to our next display featuring items related to our FY26 local history programs roster in the months of August and September.

While some of the titles in our collection are BDC exclusives, many of our titles are available for checkout through the Beaufort County Library System! All of our materials are searchable on the SCLENDS catalog. With each title I mention today, I will include a link to its SCLENDS page and I will also state whether the title is available for checkout or exclusive to the BDC.

Without further ado, let's color our world with history!

Indigo: In Search of the Color That Seduced the World (2011) was written by Catherine E. McKinley who happens to have a very personal connection to indigo and its lengthy history. Many of her ancestor’s lives surrounded around indigo. Her Jewish ancestors traded indigo, her Scottish ancestors wore indigo, and her African ancestors were traded alongside indigo on Saharan trade routes. McKinley not only completed extensive research on the history of indigo, but she learned even more about her own family along the way. Indigo: In Search of the Color That Seduced the World is a book that not only covers the ancient history of indigo, but it also covers its importance in religion, fashion and its prominent correlation to slavery. This title is available for checkout through the Beaufort Country Library System. 

Marsh Color: Celebrating the Unique Beauty of our Coastal Landscape by Eric John Einhorn (2020) is an incredible title that captures the beauty of the Lowcountry. You may be thinking: why would I want to look at multiple pictures of the same marsh? You will never see the same sight twice, that is why! Every moonrise, sunset, or sullen storm will be entirely different. Einhorn has a gift for capturing these magnificent moments that accentuate the natural beauty of the Sea Islands and showing first hand how mother nature "colors our world". This title is available for checkout through the Beaufort Country Library System. 

The Green Book of South Carolina: Guide to African American Cultural Sites by Hub City Press (2022) is a collaboration between Hub City Press, the WeGOJA Foundation, and the International African American Museum that highlights the rich African American history throughout the state of South Carolina. This is a great resource for tourists or anyone who is interested in learning more about prominent moments and locations in South Carolina history. It is divided into three sections: Upstate, Midlands, and Lowcountry. Each section comes with a suggested day trip layout that helps travelers to effectively plan their stops across the state. This title is available for checkout through the Beaufort Country Library System. 

Blue Roots: African American Folk Magic of the Gullah People by Roger Pinckney (1998) tells the tales of Gullah culture from the days of slavery to modern day. The Lowcountry of South Carolina is home to Gullah descendants who have carried on many different Gullah traditions since before our country was even founded. Many of these traditions were built upon practices such as herbalism and spiritualism; there are even tales of black magic being practiced throughout Gullah history. From roots in Africa to religious and spiritual beliefs, Blue Roots provides a compelling conspectus on the legends and lore of Gullah history. This title is available for checkout through the Beaufort Country Library System. 

The Black Border: Gullah Stories of the Carolina Coast (with a glossary) by Ambrose Elliott Gonzales (1922) is a collection of Gullah stories . You may be asking, why is the fact that there is a glossary in this book so clearly indicated? That is because the stories are told through Gullah language. Gonzales begins with a forward that details the history of Gullah culture and how their language came to be. Though the base of the language is English, it is heavily influenced by creole as well as different West African languages. The incorporation of a glossary helps readers who are unfamiliar with the language to have a better understanding of certain words or phrases. This title is full of emotional stories that depict what life was like for Gullah families leading up to the early twentieth century. This title is available for checkout through the Beaufort Country Library System. 

It is impossible to talk about art and Beaufort history without mentioning the talented Jonathan Green. Green is a Lowcountry native whose work is inspired by Gullah culture. He is known for portraying different everyday aspects of his culture through an abstract and colorful lens. His work is featured in multiple different museums up and down the East Coast. The BDC holds a plethora of titles that highlight Green's work; to show how Jonathan Green "colors our world," I have chosen two of his pieces that can be found in Gullah Images: The Art of Jonathan Green, which is available for checkout through the Beaufort Country Library System.

The piece to the left is titled The Wedding. This piece was crafted in 1988 utilizing oil on Masonite. You can see a couple on a front porch getting married while being surrounded by their friends and family. Green is known for transforming his life experiences into art, this may lead the viewer to wonder whose wedding this piece may be depicting.

One of my favorite aspects of Green's work is his incorporation of different patterns in his pieces. From stripes, to plaid, to polka dots, you will see it all creatively placed throughout his work.

To the right is Autumn Sunrise. This piece was painted in 1994 with oil on a canvas. In front of the most beautiful, colorful sunrise and ocean view, you see two women standing before the water. The woman to the left looks to have a fishing pole in her hand while the one to the right is facing toward the ocean. It is difficult to see, but there is a third woman who is in between and further away than the other two women. Her blouse is almost the color of the sea, causing her to almost blend in. Was this intentional on Green's part? If so, what was the reason? These are the moments when I wish I could talk to the artist and ask all the questions!

Adventures in Green Places by Herbert Ravenel Sass (1935) follows Sass on his journey through the lands of the Lowcountry. Through the marshes, lagoons, and gardens of the Sea Islands, Sass records every sight and sound he comes across along with every thought that crosses his mind. I love being able to view the world through a different set of eyes, and that is exactly what this book provides. From fairies and dragons to ghosts and goddesses, Sass takes the reader on a whimsical excursion of his environment. My favorite line comes from the chapter titled "The Garden Naturalist" on page 134:

"Nature-- wild Nature-- dwells in gardens just as she dwells in the tangled woods, in the deeps of the sea, and on the heights of the mountains; and the wilder the garden, the more you will see of her there"

- Herbert Ravenel Sass, Adventures in Green Places, 1935.

This title is as beautiful on the inside as it is on the outside. Adventures in Green Places is available for checkout through the Beaufort Country Library System.

Vivid: Living Life in Full Color: Images and Writings from Around the World, Passionately Explored by Jeffrey Keefer (2019) is exactly what the title implies: vivid. Keefer is known for his "eye-popping" placement of color in his photography. Having moved around the East coast and traveled across Europe, Keefer had acquired an abundance of prepossessing photos; but the most beautiful ones come from his favorite place: Hilton Head Island. Keefer and his family have a special place in their hearts for the community of Harbour Town, Hilton Head Island, where many of the photos in his book happen to be from (including the front cover). This title is a BDC exclusive; if you are interested in learning more, see the end of this post for how to make an appointment!

If you happened to have read my "All Things New" display from January, you may already know that Historic Beaufort County: An Illustrated History by Michael C. Taylor (2005) was the first book I read from our collection. The front cover (designed by Mira Scott) displays a beautiful combination of different spots around Beaufort County. While sifting through our vertical file of artists, VF ARTISTS, I stumbled upon a copy of this image labeled with numbers that correspond to a handwritten legend. I loved being able to see where each image is located; visiting each place would make for a great day trip!

Shrimp: The Endless Quest for Pink Gold (2009) was written by Anne Rudloe, a marine biologist, and her husband Jack Rudloe, a naturalist. The couple came together to co-write this deep dive into all things shrimp. Did you know that there are 4,000 different species of shrimp? That is the kind of fascinating facts you will learn in this book! From the history of shrimp, to shrimping, and the biology of shrimp, you are sure to learn something new about appealing (and peeling) prawns. This title is a BDC exclusive; if you are interested in learning more, see the end of this post for how to make an appointment!

Red Hills and Cotton: An Upcountry Memory (1960) was written by Ben Robertson, an author, journalist, and World War II correspondent that traveled all across the globe. Robertson was born and raised in Calhoun (now Clemson), South Carolina, where he developed a great love for his country and community. He went on to write and publish three books, each very personal to him and his experiences. Red Hills and Cotton in particular is a reflection of his upbringing in the Deep South and how he came to both love and question the progression of the South. This title is available for checkout through the Beaufort Country Library System. 

Black Flags, Blue Waters: The Epic History of America’s Most Notorious Pirates by Eric Jay Dolin (2018) is a thrilling chronicle of the history of pirates that readers are sure to get hooked on (pun intended)! This title specifically narrows in on the 'Golden Age' of pirates in the Americas which spans from the late seventeenth century to the early eighteenth century. In the early stages of American Colonization, settlers formed an alliance with the pirates of the sea in a stand against the British Crown. Suddenly, when the pirates were no longer needed, the colonists turned against them. This riveting title tells the tales of some of the most famous pirates in history along with their nemesis counterparts. This title is available for checkout through the Beaufort Country Library System. 

To further display the beauty of Beaufort, I have chosen three postcards from our Russell J. Arnsberger Postcard Collection that show just how colorful our seaside town can get. Each postcard displays a different variation of sunrise and sunset in Beaufort County.

The first is captioned "Greeting from Hunting Island State Park, Beaufort, S.C."

Next, we have "Upper Bay Street, Beaufort, S.C." which was printed in 1914.

Finally, we have "Beaufort Bay, Looking East, Beaufort, S.C." with correspondence postmarked March 1923.

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Thank you so much for taking the time to read about our new research room display! I hope that these colorful pieces have encouraged you to expand your reading selections for this years summer reading program. If you are interested in a title that is exclusive to the BDC, please see below for how to make an appointment to come in and view it. Happy reading!

If you are interested in any of the materials I have shared today, or wish to explore our collection for yourself, walk-ins are sometimes accepted but appointments are encouraged. To make an appointment, send an email to bdc@bcgov.net or give us a call at 843-255-6468. I hope to hear from you soon! 

Please note this schedule change: The Library system will be closed on Thursday, June 19, 2025 in honor of Juneteenth.