The Charles Town Library ceases services temporarily,following the guidelines of the Governor’s Order Following the release of West Virginia Governor Jim Justice’s order of March 23, setting guidelines for the operation of […]
Library Update: March 23, 2020
Online resources for all the free time we now have
THIS LIST WILL BE UPDATED DAILY These are challenging times, both professionally and personally, for every family around the world. Historically, quarantine and isolation meant total exclusion from the activities of our […]
Charles Town Library Updates: Hours, Book Holds, Drop-offs, etc.
We want to provide as many services as possible while still providing a safe environment for our staff and our patrons.Our staff is available Monday through Friday by phone and through our […]
UPDATE: MARCH 15, 2020 – A message from the director of the Charles Town Library
UPDATE – MARCH 23, 2020 – EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY In light of continued precautions in Jefferson County to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus, the Charles Town Library will be closed to the […]
June among the stacks
A Friday afternoon, a bit sleepy as the weather outside is deciding what it wants to be when it grows up. And inside, there is only the quiet tapping of computer users […]
Local activist to speak on International Women’s Day – March 7
Keryl Rustin, in celebration of International Women’s Day, will give a presentation, highlighting the significant contributions of women past and present, to empower women in the new decade. She will be speaking […]
Civil War books for sale
Whether you favor the Blue or the Gray, you’ll find something great in a batch of gently-used books about the Civil War we have put together here at the library. As with […]
A Blessing for the children of Dogtown
The Charles Town Library has existed for nearly 100 years. Like the people it has served for generations, its history has highs and lows, positive and negative events. We are documenting this history and recording, when we can, the voices of those who experienced it firsthand.
Animals to the rescue. Again.
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse By Charlie Mackesy Published by HarperOne Rating: Four paws! There is no dog in this book, but for once, it is ok. The […]
Charles Town Library Events and Dates for January 2020
Winter Hours Mon., Wed., Fri.9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Tues., Thurs.9 a.m. – 6 p.m.Saturday9 a.m. – 1 p.m. January 20, Mon. – Library Closed – Martin Luther King Day January 21, Tues., […]
Shiloh and a Soggy Tale
Pudgy Paul and the Rainy Day By Megan France Four Paws (even though there are no dogs in the story) Let me tell you something – humans are funny critters. Take Pudgy […]
The greatest gifts
The stores have begun the assault. Stacks of pumpkins began sharing space with wreaths early this year as the retail machine rumbled into high holiday gear. But here at the library, we […]
Page Turner: Leading schools by the book
This month’s Page Turner is Bondy Shay Gibson, the superintendent of Jefferson County Schools. Beyond the traditional basics of reading, writing and math, the superintendent must be creative and nourish relationships with […]
November happenings at 200 E. Washington Street
The last couple of months are shaping up to be a busy time here in Charles Town. We have additions to Story Time, a great holiday event in early December, and of […]
Shiloh and a bear named Bruce
Bruce’s Big StormBy Ryan T. Higgins Shiloh’s Rating: Grrr, I guess Four Paws Bow wowser, I can’t tell you how hard it was to give this book Four Paws, and that’s not […]
So much better than a fruitcake
A gift worth giving For nearly 100 years, the Charles Town Library has been the community’s gateway to the literary, artistic and knowledge of the world. You can be a part of […]
An adventurous addition to Story Time
Starting Tuesday, Nov. 12, Mr. Tim will become the second of Charles Town Library’s storytellers. He will join the popular Miss Debbie who currently spins her tales on Monday, Thursday and every […]
Shiloh Goes to School
If I Built a School By Chris Van Dusen Shiloh’s Rating: Four paws and a tail wag! Before I tell you what I think of this book, let me just say that […]
Your library is…
With a chill wind outside bringing a new season to Charles Town, a group of people gathered Thursday night at 200 E. Washington Street – your library – to experience art in […]
Page Turners: Lessons from the 100-Acre Wood
Page Turners asks members of our community to reflect on the role books and reading have played in their life. This month’s Page Turners of Jefferson County is focusing on Brian Christopher, […]
Fall Schedule Change
Starting the first week of October, the Charles Town Library will be changing to our Fall and Winter hours. On Tuesday and Thursday, we will be closing at 6:00 p.m. With the […]
