Of the millions of women who have made a mark, not only in this country, but in world history, we are narrowing the focus a bit by introducing the life and work […]
The literary work and lives of African Americans
The month of February is when the nation’s attention is focused on the lives, work and history of Black people in the United States. Obviously, the hundreds of years of history – […]
Storytimes, Drama, Yoga and a Special Guest Storytime
This week: Special Tuesday event: March 19 @ 4 p.m..: Local teacher Storme Shiley Frame will bring her storytelling skills to the library and share her particular life experiences and a couple […]
Using the library is a great financial decision
Everything you check out from the Charles Town Library not only entertains or informs, it also is a great boon to your financial health. Here are the basics: – we do not […]
A commitment to continued early reading essential to later successes
It is clear that the number of digital distractions for young people have exploded as apps, handheld games and other online attractions fight for attention. But what is the impact on the […]
Shields Green and John Brown: a tale not often told
Shields Green was born circa 1836 in South Carolina, either as an escaped enslaved person or as a born freeman. He was known as a good shot, a person of few words, […]
Aliya, Emily and Blake. Library BFFs
The three girls sat on an orange mid-century modern love seat older than their parents. They laughed, read books, giggled and made memories in the children’s section of their library. The personalities […]
He wore many hats during his long career
Hamilton Hatter, a noted and celebrated African American educator, school administrator, and politician was born and raised in Jefferson County. He made his mark not only politically and academically, but also as […]
The illustrated life of a children’s librarian
Louise Payson Latimer, one of the most celebrated children’s librarians in the United States, was actually a born and raised Jefferson Countian. Known for her special attention paid to illustrations found within […]
A wonderful West Virginia author who lived a very colorful life
Please visit our lobby display which highlights the work and life of Julia Davis, whose life was as interesting as the books she wrote. Julia Davis was born Anna Kennedy Davis on […]