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Summer Reading Art Contest

05/30/2023 @ 9:00am - 06/30/2023 @ 6:00pm
Virtual
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Summer Reading
Event Details:
What does our Summer Reading theme “All Together Now” mean to you? Hit us with your sketching, marking, collaging, printing, painting, needlepoint, quilting, sculpting, photography, or whatever makes your creative best! Open to all ages! See below or...

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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.

Family Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Anderson Main Library
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. ...

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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.

Creative Crafters: Oscar the Grouch

2:00pm - 2:30pm
Anderson Main Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Did you know Oscar the Grouch has his own day? Come make an adorable mini-Grouch to celebrate this fan-favorite Sesame Street character!  ...

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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.

MacBook Air Basics

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Anderson Main Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Wren Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Get acquainted with the MacBook Air desktop and system preferences to improve your efficiency. Learn how the Dock works and take a look at apps that help increase your Mac productivity.  Please bring your Apple account ID and Password an...

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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.

Cover to Cover Book Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Powdersville Library
Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:
The Cover to Cover Book Club meets the first Thursday of each month at the Powdersville Library. This month's selection is Party of Two by Jasmine Guillory. ...

Summer Reading Kickoff at the Main Library

10:00am - 12:00pm
Anderson Main Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Multipurpose Room ABC
Age Group: Children, Tweens, All Ages
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Let's kick off Summer Reading with a party! Join us for a morning of fun, focused around our Summer Reading theme, "All Together Now." Local heroes will be on-site, including the Anderson Police Department, Anderson Fire Department, and Medshore Ambu...

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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.

Summer Reading Kickoff at the Powdersville Branch

10:30am - 12:30pm
Powdersville Library
Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, All Ages
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:
Are you ready  for some fun?  Join us for a morning of fun activities and games to start our summer reading programs.  Register for our Summer Reading Program.     ...

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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 Reading Kickoff at Pendleton Library

10:30am - 1:30pm
Pendleton Library
Library Branch: Pendleton Library
Room: Leigh Ann Carter Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, All Ages
Program Type: Family Friendly, Special Events, Summer Reading
Event Details:
Ready to start the summer off right! Come join us for a fun, family friendly event that brings the community together and promotes the beginning of our summer reading program.  Patrons can expect a field day atmosphere with games, music and...

Summer Reading Kickoff at Lander Memorial

11:00am - 1:00pm
Lander Memorial Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lander Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Family Friendly, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Ready to start the summer off right? Come join us for a fun, family friendly event that brings the community together and promotes the beginning of our summer reading program. Expect a field day atmosphere with tons of games and crafts, including ...

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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.

Make it Monday

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lander Memorial Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lander Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:
Feeling crafty? Join us the first Monday of each month to create an unique craft! *Contact us at (864) 847-5238 to find out what craft we will be doing next. ...

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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 and Device Help

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Anderson Main Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:
Learn how to use your computer, phone or tablet more efficiently.  This session provides hands-on help with computer basics and Microsoft programs like Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher.  If you have taken computer basics and Micros...

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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.

Preschool Storytime

9:15am - 10:00am
Anderson Main Library
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. ...

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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.

B-Rad the Kids' Magician

10:30am - 11:30am
Belton Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:
Start off Summer Reading by enjoying the one and only B-Rad the Kids' Magician! B-Rad will bring his unique, kid-friendly blend of amazing magic and side-splitting comedy to a library near you this summer. Each show is designed to make kids laugh, ge...

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.

Family Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Pendleton Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Pendleton Library
Room: Children’s Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 23
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 event. Please register each adult and child who will attend to ensure ade...

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.

Family Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Lander Memorial Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lander Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:
Enjoy songs, stories, and rhymes perfect for practicing early literacy skills. For ages birth to 5 years old and their caregivers. ...

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Anderson Main Library
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.

How to Interview Family Members: Oral History Basics

11:00am - 12:00pm
Anderson Main Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Multipurpose Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:
Want to record your family stories but don't know where to start? We've got you covered. Our genealogy specialist will introduce useful interviewing techniques and digital tools to preserve your family history for decades to come! ...

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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.

Chapters & Chatter Book Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Belton Library
Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:
Some people stay all summer long on the idyllic island of Belle Isle, North Carolina. Others come only for the weekends-and the mix between the regulars and “the weekenders” can sometimes make the sparks fly. Riley Griggs has a season of good times w...

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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.

B-Rad the Kids' Magician

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Powdersville Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 58
Event Details:
Start off Summer Reading by enjoying the one and only B-Rad the Kids' Magician! B-Rad will bring his unique, kid-friendly blend of amazing magic and side-splitting comedy to a library near you this summer. Each show is designed to make kids laugh, ge...

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.

Chess Club @ Anderson

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Anderson Main Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
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. Join your friends and get ready for an afternoon of fun! He...

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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.

Craft Movie Night: The Lost City & Book Vaults

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Anderson Main Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Movies, Games & Anime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:
It's summer at the Library, and that means we're heating things up for Craft Movie Night with The Lost City starring Sandra Bullock and Channing Tatum! As heists and hidden artifacts are the name of the game, we'll be making book vaults! These "vault...

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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.

Toddler Storytime

9:15am - 10:00am
Anderson Main Library
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.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Anderson Main Library
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.

B-Rad the Kids' Magician

10:30am - 11:30am
Pendleton Library
Registration
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: 50
Event Details:
Start off Summer Reading by enjoying the one and only B-Rad the Kids' Magician! B-Rad will bring his unique, kid-friendly blend of amazing magic and side-splitting comedy to a library near you this summer. Each show is designed to make kids laugh, ge...

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.