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Nature, Bird, Chickadee

Backyard Birding Basics

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Multipurpose Room at Bluffton Branch Library
Library Branch: Bluffton Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Nature & Gardening
Event Details:

Join Destiney Rains, Naturalist with Beaufort County's Land Preservation Department for a special program on backyard Birding basics just in time for The Great Backyard Bird Count which falls on the second weekend of Febr

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We love to take photos at our events and within library spaces. The library may use these photos in print, online, or on social media. If you do not consent, please inform a staff member at the event.

Plants, Indoor, House Plants

Plant Swap

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room at Lobeco Branch Library
Library Branch: Lobeco Branch Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Nature & Gardening
Event Details:

Bring one, take one! Join us for a plant swap and homesteader information exchange.

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We love to take photos at our events and within library spaces. The library may use these photos in print, online, or on social media. If you do not consent, please inform a staff member at the event.

Nature, Grass with Dew

Gardening in the Lowcountry: Growing & Maintaining Lawns

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room at Bluffton Branch Library
Library Branch: Bluffton Branch Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Nature & Gardening
Event Details:

Want a healthier, greener lawn that thrives in the Lowcountry? Join Master Gardener Tom McCann and guest speaker Bill Camp for an engaging session on the best practices for growing and maintaining lawns in our unique coastal climate.

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We love to take photos at our events and within library spaces. The library may use these photos in print, online, or on social media. If you do not consent, please inform a staff member at the event.

Plants, Indoor, House Plants

Library Plant Swap

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Small Conference Room at Hilton Head Branch Library
Library Branch: Hilton Head Branch Library
Room: Small Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Nature & Gardening
Event Details:

Join us for a free Library Plant Swap at the Hilton Head Branch library!

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Say Cheese!

We love to take photos at our events and within library spaces. The library may use these photos in print, online, or on social media. If you do not consent, please inform a staff member at the event.

President's Day

All Day
Beaufort Library, Bluffton Branch Library, Hilton Head Branch Library, Lobeco Branch Library, Port Royal Branch Library, St. Helena Branch Library, Bookmobiles, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Beaufort Library, Bluffton Branch Library, Hilton Head Branch Library, Lobeco Branch Library, Port Royal Branch Library, St. Helena Branch Library, Bookmobiles, Off Site
Nature, Bird, Painted Bunting

Backyard Birding with Carolina Bight Birding Center

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room at Port Royal Branch Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Port Royal Branch Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Nature & Gardening
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn more about the birds that are likely to visit your yard, and gain a better understanding of their feeding habits, changes in plumage throughout the year and learn about their fascinating life cycle.

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We love to take photos at our events and within library spaces. The library may use these photos in print, online, or on social media. If you do not consent, please inform a staff member at the event.

Workshop, Corkboard, Pin

Build a Bluebird Box

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room at Beaufort Library
Library Branch: Beaufort Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary, Tweens
Program Type: Nature & Gardening
Event Details:

Activity guided by Glen Hendry, Vice President and Trail & Data Coordinator for the South Carolina Bluebird Society.

All Materials Will Be Provided

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Accompanying Adult(s)

This program is designed for youth and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not permitted.

Say Cheese!

We love to take photos at our events and within library spaces. The library may use these photos in print, online, or on social media. If you do not consent, please inform a staff member at the event.

Plants, Indoor, House Plants

Plant Swap

Friday, March 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room at Lobeco Branch Library
Library Branch: Lobeco Branch Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Nature & Gardening
Event Details:

Bring one, take one! Join us for a plant swap and homesteader information exchange.

Disclaimer(s)

Say Cheese!

We love to take photos at our events and within library spaces. The library may use these photos in print, online, or on social media. If you do not consent, please inform a staff member at the event.

Plants, Indoor, House Plants

Library Plant Swap

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Small Conference Room at Hilton Head Branch Library
Library Branch: Hilton Head Branch Library
Room: Small Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Nature & Gardening
Event Details:

Join us for a free Library Plant Swap at the Hilton Head branch library!

Disclaimer(s)

Say Cheese!

We love to take photos at our events and within library spaces. The library may use these photos in print, online, or on social media. If you do not consent, please inform a staff member at the event.

Good Friday

All Day
Beaufort Library, Bluffton Branch Library, Hilton Head Branch Library, Lobeco Branch Library, Port Royal Branch Library, St. Helena Branch Library, Bookmobiles, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Beaufort Library, Bluffton Branch Library, Hilton Head Branch Library, Lobeco Branch Library, Port Royal Branch Library, St. Helena Branch Library, Bookmobiles, Off Site
Nature, Grass with Dew

Wine Glass Terrariums - Bring Your Own Wine Glass

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Program Room at Port Royal Branch Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Port Royal Branch Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Nature & Gardening
Registration Required
Event Details:

BROWG: Bring your own wineglass! We'll provide the rest of the materials to make a terrific terrarium for you to take home!

Plants, Indoor, House Plants

Library Plant Swap

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Small Conference Room at Hilton Head Branch Library
Library Branch: Hilton Head Branch Library
Room: Small Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Nature & Gardening
Event Details:

Join us for a free Library Plant Swap at the Hilton Head branch library!

Disclaimer(s)

Say Cheese!

We love to take photos at our events and within library spaces. The library may use these photos in print, online, or on social media. If you do not consent, please inform a staff member at the event.

Staff Development Day

All Day
Beaufort Library, Bluffton Branch Library, Hilton Head Branch Library, Lobeco Branch Library, Port Royal Branch Library, St. Helena Branch Library, Bookmobiles, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Beaufort Library, Bluffton Branch Library, Hilton Head Branch Library, Lobeco Branch Library, Port Royal Branch Library, St. Helena Branch Library, Bookmobiles, Off Site
Plants, Indoor, House Plants

Library Plant Swap

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Small Conference Room at Hilton Head Branch Library
Library Branch: Hilton Head Branch Library
Room: Small Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Nature & Gardening
Event Details:

Join us for a free Library Plant Swap at the Hilton Head branch library!

Disclaimer(s)

Say Cheese!

We love to take photos at our events and within library spaces. The library may use these photos in print, online, or on social media. If you do not consent, please inform a staff member at the event.

Activities, Kids Outside with Bubbles

Bug Explorers

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Port Royal Branch Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Port Royal Branch Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Nature & Gardening
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's celebrate bugs together at the library! In this educational play program, children can explore activity stations centered around these small but remarkable beings, as well as an option to meet and hold live insects!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult(s)

This program is designed for youth and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not permitted.

Say Cheese!

We love to take photos at our events and within library spaces. The library may use these photos in print, online, or on social media. If you do not consent, please inform a staff member at the event.

Memorial Day

All Day
Beaufort Library, Bluffton Branch Library, Hilton Head Branch Library, Lobeco Branch Library, Port Royal Branch Library, St. Helena Branch Library, Bookmobiles, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Beaufort Library, Bluffton Branch Library, Hilton Head Branch Library, Lobeco Branch Library, Port Royal Branch Library, St. Helena Branch Library, Bookmobiles, Off Site
Plants, Indoor, House Plants

Library Plant Swap

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Small Conference Room at Hilton Head Branch Library
Library Branch: Hilton Head Branch Library
Room: Small Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Nature & Gardening
Event Details:

Join us for a free Library Plant Swap at the Hilton Head branch library!

Disclaimer(s)

Say Cheese!

We love to take photos at our events and within library spaces. The library may use these photos in print, online, or on social media. If you do not consent, please inform a staff member at the event.

Juneteenth National Independence Day

All Day
Beaufort Library, Bluffton Branch Library, Hilton Head Branch Library, Lobeco Branch Library, Port Royal Branch Library, St. Helena Branch Library, Bookmobiles, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Beaufort Library, Bluffton Branch Library, Hilton Head Branch Library, Lobeco Branch Library, Port Royal Branch Library, St. Helena Branch Library, Bookmobiles, Off Site

Independence Day (Observed)

All Day
Beaufort Library, Bluffton Branch Library, Hilton Head Branch Library, Lobeco Branch Library, Port Royal Branch Library, St. Helena Branch Library, Bookmobiles, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Beaufort Library, Bluffton Branch Library, Hilton Head Branch Library, Lobeco Branch Library, Port Royal Branch Library, St. Helena Branch Library, Bookmobiles, Off Site

Independence Day

All Day
Beaufort Library, Bluffton Branch Library, Hilton Head Branch Library, Lobeco Branch Library, Port Royal Branch Library, St. Helena Branch Library, Bookmobiles, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Beaufort Library, Bluffton Branch Library, Hilton Head Branch Library, Lobeco Branch Library, Port Royal Branch Library, St. Helena Branch Library, Bookmobiles, Off Site
Plants, Indoor, House Plants

Library Plant Swap

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Small Conference Room at Hilton Head Branch Library
Library Branch: Hilton Head Branch Library
Room: Small Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Nature & Gardening
Event Details:

Join us for a free Library Plant Swap at the Hilton Head branch library!

Disclaimer(s)

Say Cheese!

We love to take photos at our events and within library spaces. The library may use these photos in print, online, or on social media. If you do not consent, please inform a staff member at the event.

Plants, Indoor, House Plants

Library Plant Swap

Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Small Conference Room at Hilton Head Branch Library
Library Branch: Hilton Head Branch Library
Room: Small Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Nature & Gardening
Event Details:

Join us for a free Library Plant Swap at the Hilton Head branch library!

Disclaimer(s)

Say Cheese!

We love to take photos at our events and within library spaces. The library may use these photos in print, online, or on social media. If you do not consent, please inform a staff member at the event.

Labor Day

All Day
Beaufort Library, Bluffton Branch Library, Hilton Head Branch Library, Lobeco Branch Library, Port Royal Branch Library, St. Helena Branch Library, Bookmobiles, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Beaufort Library, Bluffton Branch Library, Hilton Head Branch Library, Lobeco Branch Library, Port Royal Branch Library, St. Helena Branch Library, Bookmobiles, Off Site
Plants, Indoor, House Plants

Library Plant Swap

Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Small Conference Room at Hilton Head Branch Library
Library Branch: Hilton Head Branch Library
Room: Small Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Nature & Gardening
Event Details:

Join us for a free Library Plant Swap at the Hilton Head branch library!

Disclaimer(s)

Say Cheese!

We love to take photos at our events and within library spaces. The library may use these photos in print, online, or on social media. If you do not consent, please inform a staff member at the event.