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Poetry Pups with SC Dogs Therapy Group

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Special Events, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Our friends at SC Dogs Therapy Group are bringing their furry friends to the Library for this very special BARK: Read to Therapy Dogs program for teens!  Cuddle with affect

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Events, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:
Our friends at SC Dogs Therapy Group are bringing their furry friends to the Library for this very special BARK: Read to Therapy Dogs program for teens!  Cuddle with affectionate pooches while you read them a poem, book, or whatever suits you...

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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.

SRP 24

Summer Reading Kickoff at the Belton Library

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:45pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Family Friendly, Special Events, Summer Reading
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Come join us for our Summer Reading Kickoff with lots of fun games, crafts, and snacks. You will also be able to register for the Summer Reading Adventure Challenge and pick up you

Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Family Friendly, Special Events, Summer Reading
Event Details:
Come join us for our Summer Reading Kickoff with lots of fun games, crafts, and snacks. You will also be able to register for the Summer Reading Adventure Challenge and pick up your adventure tracker! ...

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.

Summer at the Library

Summer Reading Kickoff at the Pendleton Library

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Children’s Meeting Room at Pendleton Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Family Friendly, Health & Fitness, Special Events, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Summer’s here and we’re going on a beach adventure! Pendleton Library is kicking the summer off with a beach themed day of activities that’s sure to bring a smile to your face. The

Library Branch: Pendleton Library
Room: Children’s Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Family Friendly, Health & Fitness, Special Events, Summer Reading
Event Details:
Summer’s here and we’re going on a beach adventure! Pendleton Library is kicking the summer off with a beach themed day of activities that’s sure to bring a smile to your face. The event will feature a drop-in format. There will be several stations s...

Powdersville Summer Reading Kickoff

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Cely Room at Powdersville Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Family Friendly, Movies, Games & Anime, Music, Special Events, Summer Reading
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Kickoff this year's Adventure at the Library theme with a fun filled day at the library! We will have a live DJ, rock painting, games, bubbles and more! Enjoy some cool

Required
Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Family Friendly, Movies, Games & Anime, Music, Special Events, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:
Kickoff this year's Adventure at the Library theme with a fun filled day at the library! We will have a live DJ, rock painting, games, bubbles and more! Enjoy some cool treats from the Nomadik Few Gourmet Shaved Ice truck that will be onsi...

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.

Mermaid/Pirate

Pirate & Mermaid Adventures

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children’s Meeting Room at Pendleton Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly, Special Events, 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

Required
Library Branch: Pendleton Library
Room: Children’s Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Family Friendly, Special Events, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 75
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 how to be a pirate and there will be baubles for each child that partic...

Explore South Carolina State Parks with Jim Stanton

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Multipurpose Room ABC at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Educational, History & Genealogy, Special Events, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Curious about what you can do at South Carolina State Parks? Join speaker Jim Stanton from the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism for an informative

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Multipurpose Room ABC
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Educational, History & Genealogy, Special Events, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:
Curious about what you can do at South Carolina State Parks? Join speaker Jim Stanton from the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism for an informative and fun night! Learn about the lush history of SC Parks, partake in ed...

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.

Pirate/ Mermaid Adventures

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Cely Room at Powdersville Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly, Special Events, 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

Required
Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Family Friendly, Special Events, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 80
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 how to be a pirate and there will be baubles for each child that partic...
a felt brooch featuring a caterpillar made out of buttons

Crafty Classic: Caterpillar Brooch

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Crafty Classics is a hand sewing and fabric craft class for creatives of any skill level. Each class we will work on a new fiber arts project and work with different methods of sew

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:
Crafty Classics is a hand sewing and fabric craft class for creatives of any skill level. Each class we will work on a new fiber arts project and work with different methods of sewing, designing, or decorating that you can use in your personal crafts...

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.

Girl reading to large brown dog

BARK: Read to Therapy Dogs

Friday, June 7, 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. Registration opens Saturday, May 26. Register for a 15 minute session by calling (...

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.

a banner made of book pages that says "READ"

Book Page Banner

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Come celebrate summer reading with us by recycling old book pages to make personalized banners that you can use to decorate your favorite reading spot. Use the Electric City Creati

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
Come celebrate summer reading with us by recycling old book pages to make personalized banners that you can use to decorate your favorite reading spot. Use the Electric City Creative Makerspace's stamps, stickers, and more to experiment with the look...

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

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.

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. ...

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
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
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 coaster for our theme park. Engineers will work in groups of 2-4 to pla...

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.

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. Registration opens Saturday, May 26. Register for a 15 minute session by calling (...

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.

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. Call 864-847-5238 to reserve your child's spo...
Mario

Meet Mario at the Library!

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
Registration 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. Children can learn what it means to have courage, develop problem solving skills and engage in...