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Adventures in Cooking

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Children’s Meeting Room at Pendleton 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 three days of cooking fun, where she'll teach teens delicious and fun snacks to make wit...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Pendleton Library
Room: Children’s Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Teens, let's learn to cook this summer! Sarah from Clemson Extension will be joining us for three days of 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.

Bubblepalooza at the Library!

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Cely Room at Powdersville Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join us for Bubblepalooza at the library!  Learn about bubbles, create your own bubble wand and have a blast! 

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Family Friendly, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 57
Event Details:

Join us for Bubblepalooza at the library! 

Learn about bubbles, create your own bubble wand and have a blast! 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Summer at the Library

Fun with STEM: Dominos Kits

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Multipurpose Room BC at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

We are bringing back one of our popular STEM kits: Dominoes! Participants can have fun building and playing with dominoes in this engaging program. Email childrens@andersonlibrary....

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

We are bringing back one of our popular STEM kits: Dominoes! Participants can have fun building and playing with dominoes in this engaging program. Email childrens@andersonlibrary.org or call 864-260-4500 ext 158 to register.

The Great Roller Coaster Challenge

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Multipurpose Room AB at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Educational, Family Friendly, STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Do you have what it takes to build the best roller coaster?  Participants in this hands-on program will act as Theme Park Engineers to design and build a prototype roller c...

Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Multipurpose Room AB
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Educational, Family Friendly, STEM, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Do you have what it takes to build the best roller coaster? 

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.

Summer at the Library

Adventure Begins at Your State Parks

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Lander Memorial Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join Park Ranger Brooks Garrett from the Lake Hartwell State Park for an awesome presentation on all the fun things you can do at our beautiful state parks! Brooks will talk about ...

Required
Library Branch: Lander Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Join Park Ranger Brooks Garrett from the Lake Hartwell State Park for an awesome presentation on all the fun things you can do at our beautiful state parks! Brooks will talk about everything the parks have to offer for kids, families, and adults.

Girl reading to large brown dog

BARK: Read to Therapy Dogs

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 9:45am - 12:00pm
Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children ages 6-12 can practice building reading skills and confidence by reading a book of their choice to a registered therapy dog from SC Dog Therapy Group. Registration open...

Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Children ages 6-12 can practice building reading skills and confidence by reading a book of their choice to a registered therapy dog from SC Dog Therapy Group.

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.

Yarn, string, and other craft supplies

Junk (Art) Journaling 101

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:30pm
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Summer Reading, Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Come on an art-venture with mixed-media artist Consie Sindet and learn about Junk (Art) Journaling and also make your own journal to continue your art-ventures with! Already int...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Summer Reading, Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Come on an art-venture with mixed-media artist Consie Sindet and learn about Junk (Art) Journaling and also make your own journal to continue your art-ventures with!

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.

BARK: Read to Therapy Dogs!

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Lander Memorial Library
Program Type:
Special Events, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Back by popular demand! BARK: Read to Therapy Dogs! Your child will get to read for 15 minutes to a therapy dog. Because of the popularity of this program, registration is required...

Library Branch: Lander Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Events, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Back by popular demand! BARK: Read to Therapy Dogs! Your child will get to read for 15 minutes to a therapy dog. Because of the popularity of this program, registration is required, but admission is free.

Mario

Meet Mario!

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children’s Meeting Room at Pendleton Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Meet your favorite character Mario and join him on an adventure through mushroom kingdom! Explore a story, obstacle course, mushroom hunt, and trivia game. Children can learn what ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Pendleton Library
Room: Children’s Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

Meet your favorite character Mario and join him on an adventure through mushroom kingdom! Explore a story, obstacle course, mushroom hunt, and trivia game.

Mario

Meet Mario!

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Meet your favorite character Mario and join him on an adventure through the Mushroom Kingdom! Explore through a story, obstacle course, mushroom hunt, and trivia game. Children can...

Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Meet your favorite character Mario and join him on an adventure through the Mushroom Kingdom! Explore through a story, obstacle course, mushroom hunt, and trivia game.

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.

Adventures in Cooking

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Leigh Ann Carter Room at Pendleton 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 three days of cooking fun, where she'll teach teens delicious and fun snacks to make wit...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Pendleton Library
Room: Leigh Ann Carter Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Teens, let's learn to cook this summer! Sarah from Clemson Extension will be joining us for three days of 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.

mr twister

Mr. Twister at the Library!

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Cely Room at Powdersville Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Have fun in an "over the top" performance featuring the zany Mr. Twister! See fun magic tricks, balloon sculpting and more while learning about having a good attitude and building ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 63
Event Details:

Have fun in an "over the top" performance featuring the zany Mr. Twister! See fun magic tricks, balloon sculpting and more while learning about having a good attitude and building character. It's fun for the whole family! 

Mario

Meet Mario!

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Multipurpose Room ABC at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Meet your favorite character Mario and join him on an adventure through the Mushroom Kingdom! Explore through a story, obstacle course, mushroom hunt, and trivia game. Children can...

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

Meet your favorite character Mario and join him on an adventure through the Mushroom Kingdom! Explore through a story, obstacle course, mushroom hunt, and trivia game.

meet moana

Meet Moana!

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Westside Community Center Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Meet your favorite character Moana and travel on a journey across the ocean! Develop an adventurous spirit while engaging in hula dancing, wayfinding games, and a take-home a craft...

Library Branch: Westside Community Center Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Meet your favorite character Moana and travel on a journey across the ocean! Develop an adventurous spirit while engaging in hula dancing, wayfinding games, and a take-home a craft.

Moana

Meet Moana!

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Lander Memorial Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Meet your favorite character Moana and travel on a journey across the ocean! Develop an adventurous spirit while engaging in hula dancing, wayfinding games, and a take-home a craft...

Required
Library Branch: Lander Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Meet your favorite character Moana and travel on a journey across the ocean! Develop an adventurous spirit while engaging in hula dancing, wayfinding games, and a take-home a craft.

Girl reading to large brown dog

BARK: Read to Therapy Dogs

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 9:45am - 12:00pm
Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children ages 6-12 can practice building reading skills and confidence by reading a book of their choice to a registered therapy dog from SC Dog Therapy Group. Registration open...

Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Children ages 6-12 can practice building reading skills and confidence by reading a book of their choice to a registered therapy dog from SC Dog Therapy Group.

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.

Magic Man Paul Dilella

The Magic Man

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children’s Meeting Room at Pendleton Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join us for a magical summer adventure program! Enjoy an unforgettable magic performance filled with tricks, fun visuals, and laughter with The Magic Man, Paul Dilella. Paul DiL...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Pendleton Library
Room: Children’s Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

Join us for a magical summer adventure program! Enjoy an unforgettable magic performance filled with tricks, fun visuals, and laughter with The Magic Man, Paul Dilella.

Paint Pouring 101

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Cely Room at Powdersville Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us at the library for a brief overview of paint pouring techniques. You'll decide what colors to use, mix your paints and create something unique! All materials provid...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Join us at the library for a brief overview of paint pouring techniques. You'll decide what colors to use, mix your paints and create something unique!

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.

alien

Space Adventures

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Look to the stars and go on a fun space adventure at this fun library program! We'll enjoy stories and music, then make our very own alien spaceships. The galaxy awaits!

Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Look to the stars and go on a fun space adventure at this fun library program! We'll enjoy stories and music, then make our very own alien spaceships. The galaxy awaits!

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.

Magic Man Paul Dilella

The Magic Man

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Cely Room at Powdersville Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join us for a magical summer adventure program! Enjoy an unforgettable magic performance filled with tricks, fun visuals, and laughter with The Magic Man, Paul Dilella. Paul DiL...

Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us for a magical summer adventure program! Enjoy an unforgettable magic performance filled with tricks, fun visuals, and laughter with The Magic Man, Paul Dilella.

Summer at the Library

Live Action Angry Birds

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Multipurpose Room BC at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
STEM, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Team up and compete with your friends to knock down other teams' piggies and build structures to defend your own in this live-action Angry Birds program. Email childrens@andersonli...

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

Team up and compete with your friends to knock down other teams' piggies and build structures to defend your own in this live-action Angry Birds program. Email childrens@andersonlibrary.org or call 864-260-4500 ext 158 to register.

Paul DiLella promo pic

The Magic Man

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Westside Community Center Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly, Special Events, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join us for a magical summer adventure program! Enjoy an unforgettable magic performance filled with tricks, fun visuals, and laughter with The Magic Man, Paul Dilella. Paul DiL...

Required
Library Branch: Westside Community Center Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Family Friendly, Special Events, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

Join us for a magical summer adventure program! Enjoy an unforgettable magic performance filled with tricks, fun visuals, and laughter with The Magic Man, Paul Dilella.

Paul DiLella promo pic

The Magic Man

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Lander Memorial Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly, Special Events, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join us for a magical summer adventure program! Enjoy an unforgettable magic performance filled with tricks, fun visuals, and laughter with The Magic Man, Paul Dilella. Paul DiL...

Required
Library Branch: Lander Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Family Friendly, Special Events, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Join us for a magical summer adventure program! Enjoy an unforgettable magic performance filled with tricks, fun visuals, and laughter with The Magic Man, Paul Dilella.

Time for adventure in Anderson County

Adventures Await in Anderson County!

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Multipurpose Room BC at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Educational, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

You don't have to travel far to have an adventure! Join us as Visit Anderson representatives discuss how to find adventures right here in Anderson County! Whether you are new to...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Multipurpose Room BC
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Educational, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 38
Event Details:

You don't have to travel far to have an adventure!

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.