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Gaming at the Library

Gaming at the Library

Libraries have always been a central part of our communities. So, it makes sense for them to become a place where our community can come to connect further with gaming. In fact, the American Library Association has established November as International Games Month. This program has grown since 2007, when a single day was set to encourage people to meet at their local library to play a particular game. Today, it is a program where we see all seven continents participate in a variety of games....

What is a MakerSpace, and Why Does Beaufort County Library Have One?

Our MakerSpace is a community workshop where anyone can swing by to tinker, build, and try out new tech. It’s all about building a "maker mindset,” moving from just using stuff to actually creating it. Tech, high-end software, and specialized gadgets get expensive. Most of us can't just buy every cool tool we want to try out! That’s why the St. Helena Branch of the Beaufort County Library offers this space as a free, shared resource for everyone. Whether you're working on a fun weekend...

NYT & WSJ

If you are looking for the latest headlines and in-depth reporting, but you aren’t sure where to start? Look no further than the library! Beaufort County Library provides online access to both The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal. The best way to access the online subscriptions is to first start on the library’s website. You can find the links for the NYT and WSJ here, or on the Magazine and News page, when you hover over the Borrow button on the menu bar. When borrowing the NYT,...

Unlock Your Next Read

The Burton-Wells Recreation Center, a Beaufort County Parks and Recreation facility at 1 Middleton Recreation Drive, is home to the Beaufort County Library’s first book locker. This newest “branch” of the library, launched for public use in January 2025, provides an alternate, off-site pickup location for library cardholders to collect their requested materials, such as books and DVDs. The lockers are open 24/7 and are conveniently located at the covered entrance to the Burton Wells...

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New Books

New books arrive every month. Check your local branch for the latest.

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Upcoming Programs

Visit your local library for story time, author talks, and information about our community.

Arts & Crafts, Paintbrushes Dipped in Paint

Thu, Sep 10, 2026

Beaufort Library

Juice Box & Paint

Come and join us for a fun painting activity and a refreshing drink.

Games, Dungeons and Dragons Dice

Thu, Sep 10, 2026

Port Royal Branch Library

Dungeons & Dragons 4 Teens

Solve puzzles, outwit riddles, and battle to protect your team as you join us in a game of imagination and heroic adventures! No experience required,…

Party, Bluey-ish

Sat, Sep 12, 2026

Beaufort Library

Bluey Party

Wakadoo! Meet Bluey and Bingo, enjoy stories, activities, crafts, and more! Explore the improvements to the picture book area, too! All are welcome!

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