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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.

teens sitting, laughing and enjoy hanging out

EmpowerTeen Camp

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 9:30am - 4:30pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Educational, Health & Fitness, Special Events
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

From the Anderson County Library, Richard Yeargin, The Fatherhood Coalition, and Restoring Hope Counseling: Get empowered this summer with some of Anderson County's finest motiv...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Educational, Health & Fitness, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 34
Event Details:

From the Anderson County Library, Richard Yeargin, The Fatherhood Coalition, and Restoring Hope Counseling:

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.

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

Family Storytime: Down on the Farm

Thursday, June 13, 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, June 13, 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, June 13, 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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Local History Talks: "The Social and Religious Climate of the Old Ninety-Six District Before the American Revolution" with Dr. Timothy Drake

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Multipurpose Room BC at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Educational, History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Please join us on Thursday, June 13th when we welcome guest speaker, Dr. Timothy Drake, who will present us with The Social and Religious Climate of the Old Ninety-Six Distric...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Multipurpose Room BC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, History & Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Please join us on Thursday, June 13th when we welcome guest speaker, Dr. Timothy Drake, who will present us with The Social and Religious Climate of the Old Ninety-Six District Before the American Revolution.

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.

Jiujitsu for Beginners

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Cely Room at Powdersville Library
Program Type:
Health & Fitness
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Learn some basic jujitsu moves from a qualified instructor at this FREE workshop! All ages welcome, children under the age of 12 must have be accompanied by an adult. All attendees...

Required
Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Fitness
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

Learn some basic jujitsu moves from a qualified instructor at this FREE workshop! All ages welcome, children under the age of 12 must have be accompanied by an adult.

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.

iPhone and iPad Basics

iPad & iPhone Basics

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Computer Lab at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Use your iPad or iPhone more efficiently to do research, increase your productivity and entertain! Learn how your iPad or iPhone can enrich your Anderson County Library user experi...

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

Use your iPad or iPhone more efficiently to do research, increase your productivity and entertain! Learn how your iPad or iPhone can enrich your Anderson County Library user experience. 

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.

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.

Hot Air Balloon

Beyond Books: Hot Air Balloon Craft

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Family Friendly
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Enjoy exploring and creating a hot air balloon in this fun summer reading adventure program!

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

Enjoy exploring and creating a hot air balloon in this fun summer reading adventure program!

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.

Lego club

Lego Club

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cely Room at Powdersville Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Create,  build and express your creativity with LEGOs. Lego Club meets every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month at the Powdersville Library.

Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Create,  build and express your creativity with LEGOs. Lego Club meets every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month at the Powdersville Library.

Pokémon Club

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Multipurpose Room ABC at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join our Pokémon Club and get ready to "catch 'em all!" For this session, we will be watching Detective Pikachu. Snacks provided.  Registration is required. Contact Youth S...

Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Multipurpose Room ABC
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Event Details:

Join our Pokémon Club and get ready to "catch 'em all!" For this session, we will be watching Detective Pikachu. Snacks provided. 

divine rivals book cover

Thirsty Thursday Romance Book Club

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Ready to put the 'thirst' in Thirsty Thursday? We sure are! Celebrate the romance genre at Thirsty Thursday Romance Book Club, meeting at The Bradbury Bistro on the 2nd Thursday of...

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

Ready to put the 'thirst' in Thirsty Thursday? We sure are! Celebrate the romance genre at Thirsty Thursday Romance Book Club, meeting at The Bradbury Bistro on the 2nd Thursday of every month at 6:30pm.

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.

teens sitting, laughing and enjoy hanging out

EmpowerTeen Camp

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 9:30am - 4:30pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Educational, Health & Fitness, Special Events
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

From the Anderson County Library, Richard Yeargin, The Fatherhood Coalition, and Restoring Hope Counseling: Get empowered this summer with some of Anderson County's finest motiv...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Educational, Health & Fitness, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 34
Event Details:

From the Anderson County Library, Richard Yeargin, The Fatherhood Coalition, and Restoring Hope Counseling:

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.

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.

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

Saturday Family Storytime

Saturday, June 15, 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 old and their adult caregivers.

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 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.

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Scale Model Saturday: Gundam Gathering

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us in the Makerspace to build your very own (to keep!) Mobile Suit Gundam model kit with a seasoned model kit maker there with you to help instruct. Also, enjoy the first epis...

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: 10
Event Details:

Join us in the Makerspace to build your very own (to keep!) Mobile Suit Gundam model kit with a seasoned model kit maker there with you to help instruct.

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.

Computer hardware and software

Computer Basics

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Computer Lab at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

New computer users! Unravel the mystery of computers as you learn about the various parts of a computer, the difference between hardware and software, what an operating system is a...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

New computer users! Unravel the mystery of computers as you learn about the various parts of a computer, the difference between hardware and software, what an operating system is and how to use it to create and store files.

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.

teens sitting, laughing and enjoy hanging out

EmpowerTeen Camp

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 9:30am - 4:30pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Educational, Health & Fitness, Special Events
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

From the Anderson County Library, Richard Yeargin, The Fatherhood Coalition, and Restoring Hope Counseling: Get empowered this summer with some of Anderson County's finest motiv...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Educational, Health & Fitness, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 34
Event Details:

From the Anderson County Library, Richard Yeargin, The Fatherhood Coalition, and Restoring Hope Counseling:

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.

Mover and Shaker Storytime!

Monday, June 17, 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, June 17, 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.

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 ...

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.

Migration

Summer Movie Monday: Migration

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:45pm
Cely Room at Powdersville Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

It's a very special Summer Movie Monday at the Library! Sit back, relax, and watch Migration, a hilarious tale about a family of ducks dreaming of the perfect getaway vacation. Mac...

Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Event Details:

It's a very special Summer Movie Monday at the Library! Sit back, relax, and watch Migration, a hilarious tale about a family of ducks dreaming of the perfect getaway vacation.