Well John Adamson has done it all. And now he comes to share his knowledge with Charleston on one of the most influential persons of the state: King Charles I. Most people do not know how much Charles I was interested in the arts. Adamson will take you through the exploration of his collection and it's loss after the English Civil War. Adamson is a frequent commentator in Britain's most popular newspapers and has even won book of the year from The Economist. Charleston Library Society, 164 King St. Thursday, 12:30pm. $25, $20 CLS member. (843)723-9912, www.charlestonlibrarysociety.org