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Craft Café: Mini Painted Flowerpots

07/06/2024 @ 1:00pm to 07/31/2024 @ 7:30pm
Electric City Creative Self-Guided Programs at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

The Electric City Creative Craft Café is a way for creatives to feed their creativity with a new craft every month! Located at the front of the Makerspace, the Craft Café offers...

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

The Electric City Creative Craft Café is a way for creatives to feed their creativity with a new craft every month!

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.

Mover and Shaker Storytime!

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Health & Fitness, Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children
Event Details:

Come enjoy some stories, songs, and stretches at this movement oriented storytime!  Wonderful for practicing early literacy and fine motor skills. This program is perfect for ...

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

Come enjoy some stories, songs, and stretches at this movement oriented storytime!  Wonderful for practicing early literacy and fine motor skills.

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.

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

Preschool Storytime

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and activities perfect for children ages 3 to 5 years and their adult caregivers. Registration is strongly encouraged. Please register each ad...

Required
Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and activities perfect for children ages 3 to 5 years and their adult caregivers.

Registration is strongly encouraged. Please register each adult and child who will attend to ensure adequate space.

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.

Plan Your Adventure: Create A Vision Board

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cely Room at Powdersville Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Come one, come all! Create a vision board using magazines, stickers, markers and more. Attendees will create something truly unique to help focus on their goals. All materials p...

Required
Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

Come one, come all!

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.

Adventures in the Kitchen

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children’s Meeting Room at Pendleton Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

You scream, we scream, we all scream for ice cream!  Join the Pendleton library staff as we make summer's favorite treat, ice cream in a bag. 

Required
Library Branch: Pendleton Library
Room: Children’s Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

You scream, we scream, we all scream for ice cream!  Join the Pendleton library staff as we make summer's favorite treat, ice cream in a bag. 

Using Maps for Genealogy Research

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Computer Lab at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Examine Sanborn Fire Insurance maps, census enumeration district maps, and other historic maps and learn how to use them genealogy research.

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Examine Sanborn Fire Insurance maps, census enumeration district maps, and other historic maps and learn how to use them genealogy research.

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

Preschool Storytime: On the Road Again

Tuesday, July 9, 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:

Stories, songs, and fingerplays perfect for children ages 3 to 5 years old to enjoy along with their adult caregiver.

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

Stories, songs, and fingerplays perfect for children ages 3 to 5 years old to enjoy along with 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"

Family Storytime

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children’s Meeting Room at Pendleton 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. Registration is strongly encouraged by phone or in-person and opens one week before the eve...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Pendleton Library
Room: Children’s Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 31
Event Details:

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

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.

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

Family Storytime

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Lander Memorial Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Enjoy songs, stories, and rhymes perfect for practicing early literacy skills. For ages birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lander Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Enjoy songs, stories, and rhymes perfect for practicing early literacy skills. For ages birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.

critter

Jungle Adventures

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Educational, Family Friendly, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

If you're BRAVE ENOUGH and not scared of creepy crawling creatures come see us for our Jungle Adventure as the Critter Keeper brings his creepy crawling creatures to the library!

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

If you're BRAVE ENOUGH and not scared of creepy crawling creatures come see us for our Jungle Adventure as the Critter Keeper brings his creepy crawling creatures to the 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.

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.

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

Preschool Storytime: On the Road Again

Tuesday, July 9, 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:

Stories, songs, and fingerplays perfect for children ages 3 to 5 years old and their adult caregiver to enjoy.

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

Stories, songs, and fingerplays perfect for children ages 3 to 5 years old and their adult caregiver to enjoy.

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.

U.S. Small Business Administration

How to Start a Business with the Small Business Administration

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Multipurpose Room ABC at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Speaker Earl Gregorich from the U.S. Small Business Administration will take you through what it means to be an entrepreneur and all the rules, regulations, taxes, set-up steps and...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Multipurpose Room ABC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:

Speaker Earl Gregorich from the U.S.

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.

cards

Card Sharks

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Shuffle the deck and get ready to deal! Learn to play a variety of card games ranging from beginner to advanced in this monthly game meetup. 

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

Shuffle the deck and get ready to deal! Learn to play a variety of card games ranging from beginner to advanced in this monthly game meetup. 

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.

Pendleton Craft Studio

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Leigh Ann Carter Room at Pendleton Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Get creative at the library on the second Tuesday of each month with a new, fun craft. All skill-levels welcome. This month's craft: a nebula in a jar.

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Pendleton Library
Room: Leigh Ann Carter Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Get creative at the library on the second Tuesday of each month with a new, fun craft. All skill-levels welcome.

This month's craft: a nebula in a jar.

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.

The Critter Keeper!

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Cely Room at Powdersville Library
Program Type:
Educational, Family Friendly, Special Events, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Come meet Julius Squeezer, the 12 foot, 40 pound boa constrictor, and have a blast with the Critter Keeper and his many exotic animals! A jungle adventure comes to the library!

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Educational, Family Friendly, Special Events, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 59
Event Details:

Come meet Julius Squeezer, the 12 foot, 40 pound boa constrictor, and have a blast with the Critter Keeper and his many exotic animals! A jungle adventure comes to the 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.

Accompanying Adults

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

Summer at the Library

Campfire Stories

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Multipurpose Room ABC at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Enjoy a "camping" experience while enjoying snacks, singing songs, and listening to stories sitting around a "campfire." Each child will be given a small flashlight to take home an...

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

Enjoy a "camping" experience while enjoying snacks, singing songs, and listening to stories sitting around a "campfire." Each child will be given a small flashlight to take home and use while participating in this event.

just one

Board Game Night with Empire Games: Just One

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Love board games but don't always have someone to play with? Join us for our board game night, in partnership with Empire Games! Empire staff will be on-site to demo board games, p...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Love board games but don't always have someone to play with? Join us for our board game night, in partnership with Empire Games! Empire staff will be on-site to demo board games, play through games, and talk board gaming.

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.

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

Toddler Storytime: On the Road Again

Wednesday, July 10, 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: On the Road Again

Wednesday, July 10, 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 10, 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.

Chair Yoga

Wednesday, July 10, 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.

a book sleeve made of floral fabric.

Sewn Book Sleeves

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Electric City Creative at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

In this is a beginner level sewing and quilting class, we will sew a simple project on the sewing machine and learn new techniques to take you from beginner level to a skilled stit...

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

In this is a beginner level sewing and quilting 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.

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.

"Bubble Tea" by ljguitar is licensed under CC BY 2.0.

Boba Your Tea

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Enjoy boba tea? Then join us for this fun program, perfect for foodies! Learn the technique of boba tea and try your hand at crafting different flavors, such as coconut, grape, gre...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Enjoy boba tea? Then join us for this fun program, perfect for foodies! Learn the technique of boba tea and try your hand at crafting different flavors, such as coconut, grape, green apple, and strawberry.

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.

Southern Skies: An Exploration of Our Night Sky

Wednesday, July 10, 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:

Join the Roper Mountain Science Center at the library as we learn the basics of the night sky in our area! We will focus on planets and constellations visible in the current night ...

Registration Open
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:

Join the Roper Mountain Science Center at the library as we learn the basics of the night sky in our area!

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.