Library programs

Charleston County Public Library will offer the following programs.

Charleston and the Islands

--Main Library, 68 Calhoun St., downtown: 805-6930.

Saul Alexander Gallery Art Exhibit: Through May 31. Charleston resident John Van Dalen will exhibit black-and-white photographs titled "Images of the Rural South: 1973-1982" during the month of May in the Saul Alexander Gallery at the Charleston County Main Library, 68 Calhoun St. The photographs document vanishing examples of old barns, houses and main street architecture of small towns in the Midlands and Piedmont areas of South Carolina.

Yo Art Project: Through June 16. The Palmetto Project presents an exhibition of photo works and posters by kids ages 6-15 from the Meeting Street Manor and Bridgeview Public Housing Residence. These photos and posters illustrate the children's individual creativity as well as their insight into their community. There will be a reception May 18 from 3-5 p.m. with refreshments and a multimedia presentation. The Yo Art Project is a facet of Palmetto Project programs and is presented in partnership with the City of Charleston Housing Authority, the Charleston Recreation Department, the city of Charleston's Office of Cultural Affairs, and the Charleston County Main Library.

Puppet Follies (all ages): Today at 9:15 and 10:30 a.m. Enjoy original puppet show vignettes for the whole family.

American Film Festival: "The Night of the Iguana" (1964): Today at 1:30 p.m. A disbarred clergyman becomes a travel courier in Mexico and is sexually desired by a teenage nymphomaniac, a middle-aged hotel owner and a frustrated itinerant artist. This film is a sharp, funny picture with a touch of poetry. Based on a play by Tennessee Williams. Starring Richard Burton, Deborah Kerr and Ava Gardner. Run time: 125 minutes.

American Film Festival: "The Dead" (1987): May 30 at 1:30 p.m. Two Irish spinster sisters throw a winter dinner for their relatives and friends. Director John Huston's last film is a warm and somehow invigorating reminiscence of things past; a small masterpiece perfectly achieved. Based on a short story by James Joyce. Starring Anjelica Huston and Donal McCann. Run time: 83 minutes.

That Friday Movie Thing (ages 13-18 only): May 30, 6-9 p.m. A special viewing of "The Golden Compass." Free pizza before the movie; games and prizes during intermission.

--Johns Island Library, 3531 Maybank Highway: 559-1945

Photography Exhibit: Through May 31. Kiawah Island Photography Club members will showcase their work at the John's Island Regional Library during May. Subjects will be varied with everything from native wildlife, scenes of the Lowcountry, to pictures taken when traveling.

Woodturning Display: Through May 31. James Harris will display his handmade wood items created by a process called woodturning. Items on display will include bowls, vases, candlesticks, pens and pencils.

Children's Movie: "A Bug's Life" (11 years and younger): Today 4-5:30 p.m. Watch "A Bug's Life" and get ready for our Summer Reading Program "Catch the Reading Bug" starting in June. Rated G; 96 minutes.

Club Anime! (ages 12-19): May 31, 3-4:30 p.m. The teen club dedicated to the art of Anime and Manga. It's viewer's choice Saturday. Club members will have a choice of enjoying three episodes of "Peach Girl," "Tsubasa Chronicle" or "Black Cat."