Tea Blending Workshop
We’re pretty serious about our tea here in the south, but now we’re taking tea to the next level. Our next tea blending workshop will happen on Thursday, January 23, 2025 from 2:30 to 3:30 P.M. in the Stukes Meeting Room. Participants will learn about the tea blending process and craft their own custom blends to take home. A tea tasting will also be included. All materials will be provided by the library.
For ages 18+, attendance is free.
Registration is required, either stop by the library in person ahead of time or call (843) 413-7074.
Team Trivia Night
Gather your friends, bring your A-game, and test your knowledge across a variety of fun and challenging categories. Our next Team Trivia night for will take place on Wednesday, January 29 from 5:30 – 6:30 P.M. in the library’s Stukes Meeting Room. Not only will you enjoy a night of friendly competition, but there’s also a small prize awaiting the winning team! Whether you’re a trivia master or just looking for a fun night out, everyone is welcome. Participation is free, so don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to showcase your trivia skills.
Adults aged 18+ can join teams of 2-4 members to participate.
Registration is required. Please call the reference desk at (843) 413-7074 to register your team.
Computers for Beginners
The next meeting of our monthly computer class will be Monday, January 27, 2025 from 11:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. in the Dunlap-Hopkins Technology Training Room.
“Computers for Beginners” is an introductory program with a different monthly topic. January’s topic is Google.
This class is for Adults 18+.
Registration is not required.
The Doctors Bruce and Lee Foundation Library is located at 509 S. Dargan Street in Florence. For more information, please call (843) 413-7074
January Cookbook Club
The next meeting of our popular monthly Cookbook Club will be held Thursday, January 30, 2025 from 12:00 to 1:30 P.M. in the Founders’ Room. Each month, attendees will each choose a recipe from the selected cookbook, prepare that recipe, and bring it to the meeting at the listed date and time.
January’s cookbook will be Amish Baking: Traditional Recipes for Bread, Cookies, Cakes, and Pies ed. by Good Books.
The book will be held at the reference desk in the library for attendees to look through and select a recipe. A physical copy of their chosen recipe can be made at no cost for the patron to take home.
Attendees must disclose any food-related allergies or dietary restrictions when registering. This event is for adults 18+.
Registration is required. Please call the reference desk at (843) 413-7074.
Ancient Games Club
Whether you’re a history enthusiast or just love a good challenge, our Ancient Games Club offers a unique opportunity to engage with games that have stood the test of time. Meet fellow game lovers, learn new skills, and have fun in a friendly and welcoming environment. Ancient Games Club is a monthly program with our next meeting scheduled for Monday, February 3 from 5:30 to 6:30 P.M. in the Stukes Meeting Room.
Each meeting will feature a different game, and include a presentation on the history of the game and provide recreations of it for attendees to play. February’s game is Yoté, the West African game of changing fortunes.
All adults 18+ are invited, the club is free and open to the public. Registration is not required.
The Doctors Bruce and Lee Foundation Library is located at 509 S. Dargan Street in Florence. For more information,
please call (843) 413-7074
Florence County Herbalism
We invite you to an enlightening presentation on the fascinating world of herbalism. Join us as we explore the ancient practice of using plants for healing and wellness, and discover how you can incorporate these natural remedies into your daily life. The Winter 2025 topic is the benefits of pine; learn about the history, varieties, and therapeutic benefits of pine trees that grow in the Pee Dee area. The meeting will be Friday, February 7 at 2:30 P.M.
All adults 18+ are invited, the club is free and open to the public. Whether you’re a seasoned herbalist or brand new to the craft, all interest levels are welcome. Registration is not required.
The Doctors Bruce and Lee Foundation Library is located at 509 S. Dargan Street in Florence. For more information, please call (843) 413-7074.
Sharonview Credit Union: Money Management Thru Transitions
Julio A. Porven Jr. of Sharonview Credit Union will present on Money Management Thru Transitions Tips on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 from 5:30 to 6:30 P.M. in the Stukes Meeting Room. This financial management workshop will have information on navigating the financial impact of voluntary and involuntary life transitions.
All adults 18+ are invited, this presentation is free and open to the public. Registration is not required.
The Doctors Bruce and Lee Foundation Library is located at 509 S. Dargan Street in Florence. For more information, please call (843) 413-7074.
Robert Smalls: Rising to the Occasion
Please join us for a historical reenactment by Donald Sweeper and South Carolina Humanities on Thursday, February 13 from 5:30 to 6:30 P.M. in the Stukes Meeting Room. Donald Sweeper will present “Robert Smalls: ‘Rising to the Occasion,’” a dramatization of Robert Smalls commandeering a ship out of Charleston Harbor to Union forces in the Atlantic.
All adults 18+ are welcome, it is free to attend, and registration is not required.
The mission of South Carolina Humanities is to enrich the cultural and intellectual lives of all South Carolinians. This not-for-profit organization presents and/or supports literary initiatives, lectures, exhibits, festivals, publications, oral history projects, videos and other humanities-based experiences that reach more than 250,000 citizens annually. South Carolina Humanities receives funding from the National Endowment for the Humanities as well as corporate, foundation and individual donors. It is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors comprised of community leaders from throughout the state.
The Doctors Bruce and Lee Foundation Library is located at 509 S. Dargan Street in Florence. For more information, please call (843) 413-7074.
February Adult Book Club
If you are a book lover looking to dive into new worlds and engage in thought-provoking discussions, we’d love for you to join the monthly adult book club, meeting on the third Thursday of every month at 1:00 P.M. in the Founder’s Room at the library. Come solo or bring a friend. Meet fellow readers, discover diverse genres, and share your insights in a welcoming environment.
February’s book choice is Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver and the meeting will be Thursday, February 20 at 1:00 P.M.
No registration is required. Please call (843) 413-7074 for more information.
We can’t wait to turn the pages with you!
This library is a congressionally designated depository for U.S. Government documents. Public access to the government documents collection is guaranteed by public law. (Title 44 United States Code)
The Florence County Library System currently maintains updated print copies of the following Federal documents at the Drs. Bruce and Lee Foundation Library in Florence:
- Code of Federal Regulations
- Federal Register