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Craft Café: Collage

10/01/2024 @ 1:15pm to 10/31/2024 @ 6:15pm
Electric City Creative Self-Guided Programs at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Located at the front of the Makerspace, the Craft Café offers a monthly craft for patrons to work on during the Makerspace's Open Create hours. This month's craft is Collage! Come ...

Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Self-Guided Programs
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Event Details:

Located at the front of the Makerspace, the Craft Café offers a monthly craft for patrons to work on during the Makerspace's Open Create hours. This month's craft is Collage!

Ultimate Builders Master Challenge

Ultimate Master Builders Challenge: Build a Monster

10/15/2024 @ 1:00pm to 11/15/2024 @ 6:00pm
Electric City Creative Self-Guided Programs at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, STEM
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

CHALLENGE: Build a monster in 1-hour!Tweens, Teens, and Adults are invited to construct their creations using LEGO sets and timers provided by the library.Legos will be available f...

Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Self-Guided Programs
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, STEM
Event Details:

CHALLENGE: Build a monster in 1-hour!

Tweens, Teens, and Adults are invited to construct their creations using LEGO sets and timers provided by the library.

Legos will be available for:

chess board with bishop in forefront

Chess Club @ Anderson

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Whether you are new to chess or looking to add more finesse to your chess moves, this is the club for you! Chess expert Vincent will teach various strategies that will up your ches...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Whether you are new to chess or looking to add more finesse to your chess moves, this is the club for you! Chess expert Vincent will teach various strategies that will up your chess game.

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Teen Craft Cafe

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Cely Room at Powdersville Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Come be crafty for an hour at the library! Each program will focus on a different type of craft and light snacks will be provided.October 15: DreamcatchersDecember 10: Paint Pourin...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Come be crafty for an hour at the library! Each program will focus on a different type of craft and light snacks will be provided.

October 15: Dreamcatchers

December 10: Paint Pouring 101

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"Reel" Connections

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Lights, camera, action! Celebrate spooky season and watch the cult-classic movie, Hocus Pocus (Rated PG). Enjoy snacks (may contain allergens) and make your very own "spell book" t...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Lights, camera, action! Celebrate spooky season and watch the cult-classic movie, Hocus Pocus (Rated PG). Enjoy snacks (may contain allergens) and make your very own "spell book" to decorate your room or locker!

Empowered Teen After School

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Multipurpose Room BC at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Educational, Technology, Workshops
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Our EmpowerTeen program is back! Join us for a free 8-week program, where teens will hear from local motivational speakers and learn all about improving social skills, keeping focu...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Multipurpose Room BC
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Educational, Technology, Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Our EmpowerTeen program is back! Join us for a free 8-week program, where teens will hear from local motivational speakers and learn all about improving social skills, keeping focus, and becoming a great human.

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Pocket Notes Zines

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
2nd Floor Conference Room 2 at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Come make a personalized zine for notes and lists that fits in your pocket! Personalize this 7 page, handmade notebook using the same techniques as folded zines.

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Conference Room 2
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Come make a personalized zine for notes and lists that fits in your pocket! Personalize this 7 page, handmade notebook using the same techniques as folded zines.

Computer Basics for Teens

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Educational, Technology
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

This class will cover basic computer software, like Word, PowerPoint, and Excel for academic purposes. We will also introduce website design, covering basic elements.  The ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Educational, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

This class will cover basic computer software, like Word, PowerPoint, and Excel for academic purposes. We will also introduce website design, covering basic elements. 

One Piece characters

Anime Club

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Hang out, eat snacks, watch new or classic anime. Each month we'll have a bonus game or activity as well!  Any questions please email teens@andersonlibrary.org. All teen...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 48
Event Details:

Hang out, eat snacks, watch new or classic anime. Each month we'll have a bonus game or activity as well! 

Any questions please email teens@andersonlibrary.org.

All teens welcome (ages 12-18).

 

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tropical patterned tote bag with white handles surrounded by sewing supplies.

Sewn Tote Bags

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Quilt N' Sew is a beginner level sewing and quilting class. Each class we will sew a simple project on the sewing machine and learn new techniques to take you from beginner level t...

Waitlist Only
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Quilt N' Sew is a beginner level sewing and quilting class. Each class we will sew a simple project on the sewing machine and learn new techniques to take you from beginner level to a skilled stitcher.

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Intro to Self Publishing

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Wren Meeting Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

You've finished your project, but how do you publish it? In this informative class, learn how to print, sell, and distribute your book to your readers!

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Wren Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

You've finished your project, but how do you publish it? In this informative class, learn how to print, sell, and distribute your book to your readers!

Yarn, string, and other craft supplies

Art Journaling for Your Mental Health

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Health & Fitness, Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Celebrate all things wellness at our Health and Wellness Fair! Whether you're an artist or a journaler, art journaling is a great way to express yourself and work out any menty-b y...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Health & Fitness, Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Celebrate all things wellness at our Health and Wellness Fair! Whether you're an artist or a journaler, art journaling is a great way to express yourself and work out any menty-b you might be having!

Quilt blocks made with paper collage

Fall Paper Quilt Blocks

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Wren Meeting Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us in the ECC to make paper quilt blocks for the fall season. Use a classic quilt block pattern or make new unique designs to explore the paper crafting tools available in the...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Wren Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Join us in the ECC to make paper quilt blocks for the fall season. Use a classic quilt block pattern or make new unique designs to explore the paper crafting tools available in the Makerspace. 

abuelita's gift

Meet the Author: Mariana Ríos Ramírez

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Cely Room at Powdersville Library
Program Type:
Authors, Family Friendly, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Come out and meet local Anderson author Mariana Ríos Ramírez! Mariana will be reading her latest book, Abuelita's Gift, a heartwarming story about family, love, and the threads tha...

Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Authors, Family Friendly, Storytime
Event Details:

Come out and meet local Anderson author Mariana Ríos Ramírez! Mariana will be reading her latest book, Abuelita's Gift, a heartwarming story about family, love, and the threads that connect us long after we are gone.

Yarn, string, and other craft supplies

Making Stencils with Your Cricut

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Technology
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Looking for perfect lines but can't find the right stencil for your project? Make your own stencil with the Cricut!In this class we'll demo some basics for designing for your ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Looking for perfect lines but can't find the right stencil for your project? Make your own stencil with the Cricut!

FriYAY Teen Drop-In

Friday, October 25, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Children’s Meeting Room at Pendleton Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Enjoy a causal afternoon at the library to end the week. Each month we'll have an array of games, activities, and maybe even a craft or movie. Plus snacks. Featured this month...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Pendleton Library
Room: Children’s Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Event Details:

Enjoy a causal afternoon at the library to end the week. Each month we'll have an array of games, activities, and maybe even a craft or movie. Plus snacks. 

an image of a coffee cup next to a pair of knitting needles and yarn. The words "Morning Fiber" appear in front of the image.

Morning Fiber

Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
2nd Floor Conference Room 1 at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us to get in some early morning fiber art crafting with fellow knitters and crocheting friends. This is a casual drop-in style class where you can work on your personal projec...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Conference Room 1
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join us to get in some early morning fiber art crafting with fellow knitters and crocheting friends.

board games

Out To Win

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Whether you're a board and tabletop games aficionado or you just want to enjoy the fun atmosphere, we'll have a seat waiting for you!

Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Event Details:

Whether you're a board and tabletop games aficionado or you just want to enjoy the fun atmosphere, we'll have a seat waiting for you!

Mars Attacks! movie poster

Craft Movie Night: Mars Attacks! & Nesting Dolls

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

ACK ACK ACK! For this month's Craft Movie Night, we'll be watching the sci-fi cult classic Mars Attacks! directed by Tim Burton. You'll also have the opportunity to design your own...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

ACK ACK ACK! For this month's Craft Movie Night, we'll be watching the sci-fi cult classic Mars Attacks! directed by Tim Burton.

Computer Basics for Teens

Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Educational, Technology
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

This class will cover basic computer software, like Word, PowerPoint, and Excel for academic purposes. We will also introduce website design, covering basic elements.  The ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Educational, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

This class will cover basic computer software, like Word, PowerPoint, and Excel for academic purposes. We will also introduce website design, covering basic elements. 

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Craft Café: Braided Bracelets

All Day 11/1 - 11/30
Electric City Creative Self-Guided Programs at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Located at the front of the Makerspace, the Craft Café offers a monthly craft for patrons to work on during the Makerspace's Open Create hours. These crafts are self guided but sta...

Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Self-Guided Programs
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Event Details:

Located at the front of the Makerspace, the Craft Café offers a monthly craft for patrons to work on during the Makerspace's Open Create hours. These crafts are self guided but staff are available to help if you get stumped.

Yarn, string, and other craft supplies

Gelli Plate Image Transfers using Laser Prints

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:30pm
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn all about using laser-printed images in your Gelli Plate prints in this special program! Hear some tips and tricks for selecting images, along with best practices for editing...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Learn all about using laser-printed images in your Gelli Plate prints in this special program! Hear some tips and tricks for selecting images, along with best practices for editing them for top-notch image transfers.

Empower Your Public Speaking

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Multipurpose Room BC at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Want to improve your public speaking skills? Join us for this seminar and learn tips and tricks to "empower" yourself and your public speaking skills! This event is part of the Nex...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Multipurpose Room BC
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Educational
Required
Seats Remaining: 150
Event Details:

Want to improve your public speaking skills? Join us for this seminar and learn tips and tricks to "empower" yourself and your public speaking skills!

Empowered Teen After School

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 5:45pm - 7:30pm
Multipurpose Room C at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Educational, Technology, Workshops
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Our EmpowerTeen program is back! Join us for a free 8-week program, where teens will hear from local motivational speakers and learn all about improving social skills, keeping focu...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Multipurpose Room C
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Educational, Technology, Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Our EmpowerTeen program is back! Join us for a free 8-week program, where teens will hear from local motivational speakers and learn all about improving social skills, keeping focus, and becoming a great human.