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Chess Club @ Anderson

Tuesday, July 16, 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: 12
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.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography

Pictures may be taken during this program for the library’s publicity purposes in the library’s print, digital, or social media outlets. If you would prefer you or your family member’s picture to not be taken, please speak with library staff at the beginning of the program.

Mermaid and Pirate Adventures

Pirate/Mermaid Adventures

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Multipurpose Room ABC at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join us for ocean adventures with a pirate and a mermaid. There will be plank-walking, sea shanties, and adventurous/interactive stories. Patrons can get the opportunity to learn h...

Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Multipurpose Room ABC
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us for ocean adventures with a pirate and a mermaid. There will be plank-walking, sea shanties, and adventurous/interactive stories.

children looking at a person reading a book with the text "Storytime at the library"

Toddler Storytime: Beach Trip

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 9:15am - 10:00am
Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Hear new and classic books and stories followed by interactive play great for practicing early literacy skills perfect for children ages 18 months to 3 years old and their adult ca...

Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Hear new and classic books and stories followed by interactive play great for practicing early literacy skills perfect for children ages 18 months to 3 years old and their adult caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. Please contact the library if you have any concerns about accessibility or need to inquire about specific accommodations.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and participate with your child for this program.

children looking at a person reading a book with the text "Storytime at the library"

Toddler Storytime: Beach Trip

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Hear new and classic books and stories followed by interactive play great for practicing early literacy skills perfect for children ages 18 months to 3 years old and their adult ca...

Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Hear new and classic books and stories followed by interactive play great for practicing early literacy skills perfect for children ages 18 months to 3 years old and their adult caregivers.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. Please contact the library if you have any concerns about accessibility or need to inquire about specific accommodations.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and participate with your child for this program.

Family Storytime

Family Storytime

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Cely Room at Powdersville Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays perfect for children ages birth to 5 years old.

Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays perfect for children ages birth to 5 years old.

kids cooking

Cooking Matters! for the Family

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a family cooking event! Bring the kids and come learn some mad cooking skills. Sarah Donnald from Clemson SNAP-Ed will be here to teach us how to cook together as a fam...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cooking
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us for a family cooking event! Bring the kids and come learn some mad cooking skills. Sarah Donnald from Clemson SNAP-Ed will be here to teach us how to cook together as a family.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. Please contact the library if you have any concerns about accessibility or need to inquire about specific accommodations.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and participate with your child for this program.

Food Allergies

This program includes food that may contain or come into contact with nuts, soy, or other allergens. Please contact the library with any concerns.

Photography

Pictures may be taken during this program for the library’s publicity purposes in the library’s print, digital, or social media outlets. If you would prefer you or your family member’s picture to not be taken, please speak with library staff at the beginning of the program.

Chair Yoga

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Leigh Ann Carter Room at Pendleton Library
Program Type:
Health & Fitness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us every Wednesday at Noon for 30-45 minutes of gentle yoga moves you can do from a chair. Increase your physical activity and relieve stress! Follow along to live-streamed...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Pendleton Library
Room: Leigh Ann Carter Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Fitness
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us every Wednesday at Noon for 30-45 minutes of gentle yoga moves you can do from a chair. Increase your physical activity and relieve stress!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. Please contact the library if you have any concerns about accessibility or need to inquire about specific accommodations.

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LEGO Club

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Leigh Ann Carter Room at Pendleton Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Create, build and express your creativity with LEGOs. LEGO Club meets every 1st and 3rd Wednesday at the Pendleton Library. 

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Pendleton Library
Room: Leigh Ann Carter Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Create, build and express your creativity with LEGOs. LEGO Club meets every 1st and 3rd Wednesday at the Pendleton Library. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. Please contact the library if you have any concerns about accessibility or need to inquire about specific accommodations.

Photography

Pictures may be taken during this program for the library’s publicity purposes in the library’s print, digital, or social media outlets. If you would prefer you or your family member’s picture to not be taken, please speak with library staff at the beginning of the program.

Cooking Matters! for Teens

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room at Lander Memorial Library
Program Type:
Cooking, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Teens, let's learn to cook this summer! Sarah from Clemson Extension will be joining us for some cooking fun, where she'll teach teens delicious and fun snacks to make with air fry...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lander Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Teens, let's learn to cook this summer! Sarah from Clemson Extension will be joining us for some cooking fun, where she'll teach teens delicious and fun snacks to make with air fryers, toaster ovens, and more.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. Please contact the library if you have any concerns about accessibility or need to inquire about specific accommodations.

Food Allergies

This program includes food that may contain or come into contact with nuts, soy, or other allergens. Please contact the library with any concerns.

Photography

Pictures may be taken during this program for the library’s publicity purposes in the library’s print, digital, or social media outlets. If you would prefer you or your family member’s picture to not be taken, please speak with library staff at the beginning of the program.

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Tween Art Club

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Family Friendly
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Are you interested in art of any kind? The third Wednesday of each month, we will look at different art styles and learn how to imitate them with some instruction.    ...

Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Family Friendly
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Are you interested in art of any kind? The third Wednesday of each month, we will look at different art styles and learn how to imitate them with some instruction. 

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. Please contact the library if you have any concerns about accessibility or need to inquire about specific accommodations.

Photography

Pictures may be taken during this program for the library’s publicity purposes in the library’s print, digital, or social media outlets. If you would prefer you or your family member’s picture to not be taken, please speak with library staff at the beginning of the program.

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Adventure Journal Zines

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Come join us in the Electric City Creative Makerspace to design your very own Adventure Journal! Whether you are an outdoors explorer or an indoors explorer come and make a pocket ...

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: 12
Event Details:

Come join us in the Electric City Creative Makerspace to design your very own Adventure Journal! Whether you are an outdoors explorer or an indoors explorer come and make a pocket sized journal to suit your adventures.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. Please contact the library if you have any concerns about accessibility or need to inquire about specific accommodations.

Photography

Pictures may be taken during this program for the library’s publicity purposes in the library’s print, digital, or social media outlets. If you would prefer you or your family member’s picture to not be taken, please speak with library staff at the beginning of the program.

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Brews & Books Book Club

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Kick back, have a brew or two and talk books the 3rd Wednesday of each month at Carolina Bauernhaus with hosts Shane Sisi, head brewers wife and Annie Sutton, Anderson County Libra...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Kick back, have a brew or two and talk books the 3rd Wednesday of each month at Carolina Bauernhaus with hosts Shane Sisi, head brewers wife and Annie Sutton, Anderson County Librarian. Popular fiction of all genres will be explored.

children looking at a person reading a book with the text "Storytime at the library"

Family Storytime: Beach Trip

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays perfect for children ages birth to 5 years and their adult caregivers in this family storytime.

Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays perfect for children ages birth to 5 years and their adult caregivers in this family storytime.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. Please contact the library if you have any concerns about accessibility or need to inquire about specific accommodations.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and participate with your child for this program.

Chair Yoga

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Lander Memorial Library
Program Type:
Health & Fitness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us at the Library every Thursday from 11-11:30 AM to learn yoga moves you can do from a chair! Follow along with videos from Registered Yoga Teacher and Rural Health and Nu...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lander Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Fitness
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Join us at the Library every Thursday from 11-11:30 AM to learn yoga moves you can do from a chair!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. Please contact the library if you have any concerns about accessibility or need to inquire about specific accommodations.

Photography

Pictures may be taken during this program for the library’s publicity purposes in the library’s print, digital, or social media outlets. If you would prefer you or your family member’s picture to not be taken, please speak with library staff at the beginning of the program.

seniors

Over Easy by Kelly Jo

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Educational, Health & Fitness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us as we use Kelly Jo Barwell's personalized Over Easy for Senior Adults to the Belton Library. This program will aid your ability to keep moving and building your s...

Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Health & Fitness
Event Details:

Join us as we use Kelly Jo Barwell's personalized Over Easy for Senior Adults to the Belton Library. This program will aid your ability to keep moving and building your strength.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. Please contact the library if you have any concerns about accessibility or need to inquire about specific accommodations.

Photography

Pictures may be taken during this program for the library’s publicity purposes in the library’s print, digital, or social media outlets. If you would prefer you or your family member’s picture to not be taken, please speak with library staff at the beginning of the program.

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Curious Crafters

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come join us for a fun and relaxing craft time.

Required
Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Come join us for a fun and relaxing craft time.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. Please contact the library if you have any concerns about accessibility or need to inquire about specific accommodations.

Photography

Pictures may be taken during this program for the library’s publicity purposes in the library’s print, digital, or social media outlets. If you would prefer you or your family member’s picture to not be taken, please speak with library staff at the beginning of the program.

Google Drive and Google Docs

GOOGLE Drive with GOOGLE Docs

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Computer Lab at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

 New!  Google Drive with Google Docs!   - (Prerequisite – Basic Mouse Skills, Basic Keyboarding Skills).  One Session / 2 Hour class – L...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

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Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. Please contact the library if you have any concerns about accessibility or need to inquire about specific accommodations.

Junk Art Day!

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Lander Passive Programming at Lander Memorial Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Bad Art Day! Come create a masterpiece out of recyclable materials. You bring the ideas, we provide the fun! 

Library Branch: Lander Memorial Library
Room: Lander Passive Programming
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Bad Art Day! Come create a masterpiece out of recyclable materials. You bring the ideas, we provide the fun! 

Vacation Tile Coasters

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Conference Room at Powdersville Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Create a vacation tile coaster of where you went on vacation this summer, or where you’d like to go! Bring your own pictures or use what is provided. All materials provided.&...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Create a vacation tile coaster of where you went on vacation this summer, or where you’d like to go!

Bring your own pictures or use what is provided.

All materials provided. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. Please contact the library if you have any concerns about accessibility or need to inquire about specific accommodations.

Photography

Pictures may be taken during this program for the library’s publicity purposes in the library’s print, digital, or social media outlets. If you would prefer you or your family member’s picture to not be taken, please speak with library staff at the beginning of the program.

Pile of lego blocks

LEGO Club

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Educational, Family Friendly, STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

We provide the LEGO®, you provide the fun! Playing with LEGOs is great for problem solving, spatial awareness, focus, concentration, communication, and not to mention fun and creat...

Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Educational, Family Friendly, STEM
Event Details:

We provide the LEGO®, you provide the fun! Playing with LEGOs is great for problem solving, spatial awareness, focus, concentration, communication, and not to mention fun and creative!

Cooking Matters! for Teens

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room at Lander Memorial Library
Program Type:
Cooking, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Teens, let's learn to cook this summer! Sarah from Clemson Extension will be joining us for some cooking fun, where she'll teach teens delicious and fun snacks to make with air fry...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lander Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Teens, let's learn to cook this summer! Sarah from Clemson Extension will be joining us for some cooking fun, where she'll teach teens delicious and fun snacks to make with air fryers, toaster ovens, and more.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. Please contact the library if you have any concerns about accessibility or need to inquire about specific accommodations.

Food Allergies

This program includes food that may contain or come into contact with nuts, soy, or other allergens. Please contact the library with any concerns.

Photography

Pictures may be taken during this program for the library’s publicity purposes in the library’s print, digital, or social media outlets. If you would prefer you or your family member’s picture to not be taken, please speak with library staff at the beginning of the program.

Sewing 101: Basics and Beyond

Sewing 101: Machine Sewing Basics

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

In Sewing 101 we go over different sewing methods, techniques, and projects. Each month we will learn techniques and discuss how they can be used to repair clothing or create new s...

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

In Sewing 101 we go over different sewing methods, techniques, and projects. Each month we will learn techniques and discuss how they can be used to repair clothing or create new sewing projects.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. Please contact the library if you have any concerns about accessibility or need to inquire about specific accommodations.

Photography

Pictures may be taken during this program for the library’s publicity purposes in the library’s print, digital, or social media outlets. If you would prefer you or your family member’s picture to not be taken, please speak with library staff at the beginning of the program.

One Piece characters

Anime Club

Thursday, July 18, 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: 50
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).

 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

This program includes food that may contain or come into contact with nuts, soy, or other allergens. Please contact the library with any concerns.

Photography

Pictures may be taken during this program for the library’s publicity purposes in the library’s print, digital, or social media outlets. If you would prefer you or your family member’s picture to not be taken, please speak with library staff at the beginning of the program.

Stars

Under the Stars Family Storytime

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Educational, Family Friendly, Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Come join us for a Storytime Under the Stars, songs, and fun activities.

Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Educational, Family Friendly, Storytime
Event Details:

Come join us for a Storytime Under the Stars, songs, and fun activities.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. Please contact the library if you have any concerns about accessibility or need to inquire about specific accommodations.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and participate with your child for this program.

Photography

Pictures may be taken during this program for the library’s publicity purposes in the library’s print, digital, or social media outlets. If you would prefer you or your family member’s picture to not be taken, please speak with library staff at the beginning of the program.