What a great library hidden off the main road. Clean, ample parking, lots of options, friendly…read morestaff. Great book fair held by friends of the library.

Staff js always willing to listen to you and help you find the materials and reference books you…read moreneed!

I recently visited the Johns Island Regional Library to get a library card, and the experience was…read moredisappointing. The male staff member was unfriendly and unhelpful from the start. When I asked to be placed on a waitlist for a book, I had to repeatedly ask basic follow-up question like how many people were ahead of me (it would have been helpful to know there were 10) and how I would be notified when it became available. None of this information was offered upfront, and getting answers felt like pulling teeth. A library should feel welcoming and informative, especially for new visitors. I hope the staff can improve communication and customer service moving forward. If you don't like your job, please find another one.

Good size library, staff is very helpful. Easy to print or copy documents. Good selection of media.read more

Great little local library branch tucked away behind the Earth Fare parking lot. Nice selection of…read morebooks & activity programs available to the community. Really enjoyed this first paint & sips session. Can't wait for the next one! Something for everyone!

This location has a nice selection of books of different genres. They also have a nice selection of…read moreprofessional development books. I enjoy being able to call and inquire about books via phone and being able to place books on hold ,and drop by the desk to pick them up quickly is very convenient. I think it's nice that if a book is not available they can request it from another library branch. The interior is neat and clean and the customer service is very accommodating. The hours Monday 9AM-7PM Tuesday 9AM-7PM Wednesday 9AM-7PM Thursday 9AM-7PM Friday 9AM-6PM Saturday 9AM-5PM Sunday Closed

If you are not affiliated to cofc, including returning books through inter-library loan, then don't…read morevisit the library. I called in advance to ask if I could rerun the book through inter-library loan from our college library, located in the same town. They told me I must return the book physically. So I traveled and paid the parking to return the book. At soon as I entered the entrance, I was stopped abruptly by asking a tag to enter. I said I just need to return the book and I showed her my institute id. She said " actually return the book right here!!!!' I might misunderstand her, but if I were told that I just need to return the book to the guard and it would be less shocking to me.

This is the library for the College of Charleston but the general public is welcome too. As the…read morepremier academic research library in the Lowcountry, their three floors feature over one million volumes. There is also a cafe on the ground floor. This is a superb resource for the community!

I adore this place, the hours are a little unaccommodating, but that's because the ladies work at…read moreboth locations every week. So I wont hold that against them. It's a little small, but the staff is so helpful and welcoming. I rent a million books and movies and I return them late way to often but the ladies never try and shun me. It's so clean and peaceful. I wish they were open more because I love so close. But I love being able to pop in and check out a movie or book from the wide selection. I don't have kids but they seem to have a pretty neat room just for kids too. Best Library ever!

Wonderful library. The staff here always greats you with a smile and are always willing to help you…read morefind whatever you need. Clean well kept facility that was just remodeled looks great. Best Military library here in Charleston.

We went to renew our library cards. I've never been in the newly opened library. It beautiful,…read morespacious, and you are able to reserve the community room. The parking is good and it's a good access to the communities around.

This is the newest, at least to my knowledge, of all of the Charleston County Library buildings…read more This replaces an old dark brick building that stood there for many years and was elevated such that it required you to go up a set of stairs. This new building however is modern, airy and enough windows high up to let in natural light and thus give warmth to the building and its inhabitants. I was there not to check out any books but went straight to the community room where probably 100 people could sit although we probably had 80 people for the safe sanctuary for religious organizations regarding terrorism and loan attackers. The three and a half hours that we all were there were in a comfortable room with a large pull-down screen where laptop computers could cast slides and information up on the large screen. It was an informative meeting made even more special by the wonderful building of this Library location.

f you are an adult reader who loves romance, sci-fi, Black history, and powerful fiction, the…read moreDorchester County Library on Ashley River Rd is a hidden gem you NEED to visit! The selection is impressive -- from swoon-worthy romance novels to mind-bending sci-fi , plus a strong and growing collection highlighting Black authors, Black history, and culturally rich storytelling . I've found everything from classic historical works to contemporary fiction that keeps you up way past bedtime. The space itself is clean, peaceful, and perfect for getting lost in a book. The staff? Amazing. Friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely helpful when you're looking for your next great read. They don't just point -- they recommend. And they get it when you say, "I want something with depth, passion, and a little plot twist." Between the atmosphere, the curated selections, and the welcoming energy, this location makes reading feel like an experience, not just a hobby.

Great selection of books for all ages. Large play room, but it seems you have to try keeping the…read morekids' volume to a minimum. A bit weird considering there are loud blocks and toys for them to play with. Also have a teen area. Staff are friendly and welcoming.

My friend and I who are born and raised in the Charleston area had never been to the John L Dart…read moreLibrary, as there were always others closer by. After driving down upper King St. and seeing the beautiful mural on the side of the building, we decided to park and stop in. We were so pleasantly suprised! The library itself is rather small, but it certainly has everything you need and more. There are books of myriad genres for all ages groups, computer access, and chairs and tables to sit and read or study or do work. What was so wonderful to me though was all this library had to offer to its community members. Right when you walk in there is a recipe board where you can take a recipe or leave a recipe to share with others. There is a fridge and baskets with actual food and ingredients in it, in case you need a snack or need the ingredients to make a recipe (FOR FREE!) There are resources on how to create a resume, write a cover letter, and how to apply for a job. There's even a binder that has a list of open job offerings in the local area. The resume tip sheet was no joke either. As someone in academia, even I could use this because they had a list of action verbs that were so relevant to applying for a position! The activities for youth were also prevalent within the store. They had a little Kids Cafe they advertised as well as these wonderful book kits (See my pictures for more detail and information). These kits were different themes, whether it be for Manners, Bathing, Lions, Bears, Space, whatever it is you're teaching, with a handful of books related to the theme, related puppets, games, and toys. These are dedicated in memory of Cynthia Hurd and are FREE to check out - a perfect resource for a parent, teacher, Sunday School teacher, etc. We did ask about donating books, DVDs, games, etc., and the librarian told us that for all Charleston County libraries, donations go to the Friends of the Library and not directly to the library. They are then sold and then the money comes back indirectly. In the future, this is something I am definitely going to do as I clean out old books, DVDs, and board games or puzzles. Please see my pictures for more details about the library's offerings!

The John L. Dart Library on King Street in Charleston is a well managed library that is a great…read moreresource and location for everything that you need in a library and more. The staff here is very knowledgeable and willing to help you with everything that you need.