Event List

Closed for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

All Anderson County Library locations will be closed Monday, January 20 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

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Chess Club @ Anderson

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Whether you are new to chess or looking to add more finesse to your chess moves, this is the club for you! Chess expert Vincent will teach various strategies that will up your ches...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Whether you are new to chess or looking to add more finesse to your chess moves, this is the club for you! Chess expert Vincent will teach various strategies that will up your chess game.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Out to Win!

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Whether you're a board and tabletop games aficionado or you just want to enjoy the fun atmosphere, we'll have a seat waiting for you!

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

Whether you're a board and tabletop games aficionado or you just want to enjoy the fun atmosphere, we'll have a seat waiting for you!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Craft Movie Night: Ocean's Eight & Prop Money Art

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Kick off the year in style by participating in the most creative heist of your life at Craft Movie Night. We'll be watching Ocean's Eight, featuring Sandra Bullock and her crew as ...

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

Kick off the year in style by participating in the most creative heist of your life at Craft Movie Night.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Chess Club @ Anderson

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Whether you are new to chess or looking to add more finesse to your chess moves, this is the club for you! Chess expert Vincent will teach various strategies that will up your ches...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Whether you are new to chess or looking to add more finesse to your chess moves, this is the club for you! Chess expert Vincent will teach various strategies that will up your chess game.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Minecraft Afternoon

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Come and create, survive, and explore with your friends in Minecraft at the Anderson County Library!! 

Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Come and create, survive, and explore with your friends in Minecraft at the Anderson County Library!! 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Belton Bunco Bunch

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Bunco is a dice game where players take turns rolling three dice in an attempt to score points and have the highest score at the end of six rounds. The game can be played with 12 o...

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

Bunco is a dice game where players take turns rolling three dice in an attempt to score points and have the highest score at the end of six rounds. The game can be played with 12 or more players, divided into groups of four.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Card Sharks

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 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. 

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Literary Showdown: A Jeopardy Game

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Come out for an afternoon of fun and learning with our exciting Jeopardy game, where kids can test their knowledge of popular books! Compete with friends, showcase your literary sm...

Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Event Details:

Come out for an afternoon of fun and learning with our exciting Jeopardy game, where kids can test their knowledge of popular books! Compete with friends, showcase your literary smarts, and discover new favorites along the way.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

GO Club

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us every 2nd Tuesday for the Anderson County Library GO Club! This simple yet beautiful strategy game is perfect for anyone looking to test their skills and grow their mind. H...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

Join us every 2nd Tuesday for the Anderson County Library GO Club! This simple yet beautiful strategy game is perfect for anyone looking to test their skills and grow their mind. Having been played for thousands of years, GO is for everyone!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Board Game Night with Empire Games: Love Letter

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 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: 12
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.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Pokémon Club

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room 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!"This month, celebrate Pokémon's birthday with a Pokémon party!Space is limited so registration is required. Contact the Youth...

Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Event Details:

Join our Pokémon Club and get ready to "catch 'em all!"

This month, celebrate Pokémon's birthday with a Pokémon party!

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Chess Club @ Anderson

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Whether you are new to chess or looking to add more finesse to your chess moves, this is the club for you! Chess expert Vincent will teach various strategies that will up your ches...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Whether you are new to chess or looking to add more finesse to your chess moves, this is the club for you! Chess expert Vincent will teach various strategies that will up your chess game.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

"Reel" Connections

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Lights, Camera, Action! Love is in the air, so let's gather to watch Gnomeo and Juliet (Rated G). Enjoy a "gnome" inspired snack (may contain allergens) and make your very own gnom...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Lights, Camera, Action! Love is in the air, so let's gather to watch Gnomeo and Juliet (Rated G). Enjoy a "gnome" inspired snack (may contain allergens) and make your very own gnome to decorate your room or locker! Ages 12-18 welcome.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Dots, Doubles, and Dominoes

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

There's nothing like a good game of dominoes. It is the perfect blend of strategy and entertainment. Plus it is a great way to keep your brain sharp!

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

There's nothing like a good game of dominoes. It is the perfect blend of strategy and entertainment. Plus it is a great way to keep your brain sharp!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Anime Club

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Hang out, eat snacks, watch new or classic anime. Each month we'll have a bonus game or activity as well! Any questions please email teens@andersonlibrary.org.All teens welcom...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Hang out, eat snacks, watch new or classic anime. Each month we'll have a bonus game or activity as well! 

Any questions please email teens@andersonlibrary.org.

All teens welcome (ages 12-18).

 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Out to Win!

Monday, February 24, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Whether you're a board and tabletop games aficionado or you just want to enjoy the fun atmosphere, we'll have a seat waiting for you!

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

Whether you're a board and tabletop games aficionado or you just want to enjoy the fun atmosphere, we'll have a seat waiting for you!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Documentary Showing: Black Memorabilia

Monday, February 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Black History Month, Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Celebrate Black History Month and join us for this special screening of Black Memorabilia, a provocative film about the people who reproduce, consume, and reclaim racially-charged ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Black History Month, Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

Celebrate Black History Month and join us for this special screening of Black Memorabilia, a provocative film about the people who reproduce, consume, and reclaim racially-charged black memorabilia. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Craft Movie Night: The Little Mermaid & Glass Seashell Vases

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Do you want to be where the people are? Look no further! They'll be at Craft Movie Night watching The Little Mermaid, featuring Halle Bailey. Join us as we travel under the sea wit...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Do you want to be where the people are? Look no further! They'll be at Craft Movie Night watching The Little Mermaid, featuring Halle Bailey.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

How to Get Free Money for School

Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Ever wanted to get some free money to fund your schooling? Come hear Angela Hill talk about how to find the right scholarships that apply to YOU to propel you to a more affordable ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Ever wanted to get some free money to fund your schooling? Come hear Angela Hill talk about how to find the right scholarships that apply to YOU to propel you to a more affordable education. 

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Chess Club @ Anderson

Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Whether you are new to chess or looking to add more finesse to your chess moves, this is the club for you! Chess expert Vincent will teach various strategies that will up your ches...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Whether you are new to chess or looking to add more finesse to your chess moves, this is the club for you! Chess expert Vincent will teach various strategies that will up your chess game.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Level Up: Mario Day Celebration for Teens

Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Race into fun this Mario Day! Join us for Mario Kart gaming and get creative with Mario-themed crafts like keychains and locker decor. It’s the ultimate combo of gaming and craftin...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Race into fun this Mario Day! Join us for Mario Kart gaming and get creative with Mario-themed crafts like keychains and locker decor. It’s the ultimate combo of gaming and crafting—don’t miss out!

This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Mario Day

Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Multipurpose Room ABC at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Family Friendly, Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Celebrate Mario Day with games, crafts, and more! Plus get the opportunity to meet some of your favorite Mario characters.

Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Multipurpose Room ABC
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Family Friendly, Movies, Games & Anime
Event Details:

Celebrate Mario Day with games, crafts, and more! Plus get the opportunity to meet some of your favorite Mario characters.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Belton BUNCO Group

Monday, March 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Bunco is a dice game where players take turns rolling three dice in an attempt to score points and have the highest score at the end of six rounds. The game can be played with 12 o...

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

Bunco is a dice game where players take turns rolling three dice in an attempt to score points and have the highest score at the end of six rounds. The game can be played with 12 or more players, divided into groups of four.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Card Sharks

Tuesday, March 11, 2025 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.