Port Royal Set to Welcome Library Patrons on August 21

New library in Beaufort County to cut the ribbon and officially open doors on August 24

Residents in the town of Port Royal eagerly anticipate the grand opening of the newest branch of the Beaufort County Library. The library will begin offering its services to the public at 2 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 21, with a ceremonial grand opening and ribbon-cutting celebration following just a few days later on Saturday, Aug. 24.

Grand Opening and Ribbon-Cutting Celebration

The festivities are set to kick off with the ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10 a.m., followed by storytimes, refreshments, and building tours. Residents and guests will be able to interact with library staff, register for a library card, and delve into the wide variety of materials available at the new branch.

Beaufort County Councilwoman Alice Howard emphasized the significance of public libraries, stating, “Public libraries are the heart of democracy and reflect the best of our society. The Samuel E. Murray Library will reflect and enhance its unique community and will continue Beaufort County’s Libraries’ mission to support learning, leisure, and life. We learn best when we all learn together.“

A Wealth of Resources

The new Port Royal library branch, christened the Samuel E. Murray Library, touts an impressive collection of resources for children, teens, and adults. Visitors will be able to engage with more than 5,000 resources, including books, movies, and more. The facility features dedicated meeting and conference rooms that can be utilized by community members, along with technological resources such as public computers and a self-service scan, fax, and email station.

Branch Hours and Services

The library will be open six days a week, from Monday to Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The branch will be closed on Sundays.

Library Director Amanda Brewer Dickman expressed her excitement for the new facility, saying, “We’re delighted to welcome the residents of Port Royal to our beautiful new branch library in a facility named for beloved mayor Samuel E. Murray. We designed this branch to meet the needs of our community, providing access to information, technology, and programs that inspire and educate.“

For further details, residents can visit the library’s official website at https://www.beaufortcountylibrary.org/.