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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.     ...

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.

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: 14
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.

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.

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: 63
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.

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.

B-Rad the Kids' Magician

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Anderson Main Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Multipurpose Room ABC
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Family Friendly, Special Events, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 81
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...

Field Day at the Library

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Lander Memorial Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lander Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Family Friendly, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:
Field day at the library! Grab some friends and participate in field day activities such as three-legged race, water balloon toss, spoon and egg races and more! Kool Scoops ice cream truck will be on site and available for you to purchase a sweet tre...

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.

LEGO Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Powdersville Library
Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Family Friendly
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

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Anderson Main Library
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Event Details:
Get ready to catch 'em all in our brand-new Pokémon Club! For our first meeting, we'll be watching one of the most famous movies in the franchise, Pokémon: The First Movie. Enjoy popcorn and Pokémon themed snacks while you watch with y...

B-Rad the Kids' Magician

10:30am - 11:30am
Off Site
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Family Friendly, Special Events, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 45
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 location near you this summer. Each show is designed to make kids laugh, g...

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.

B-Rad the Kids' Magician

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Off Site
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Family Friendly, Special Events, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 98
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 location near you this summer. Each show is designed to make kids laugh, g...

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.

2nd Saturday Shenanigans

10:30am - 11:30am
Pendleton Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Pendleton Library
Room: Leigh Ann Carter Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:
Join us on the 2nd Saturday of each month for stories, activities, and fun based on a new theme. This month's theme: Going to the Dogs. Patrons will be able to select a book from the library or bring one from home, then choose a therapy dog and...

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

10:30am - 12:00pm
Lander Memorial Library
Library Branch: Lander Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Educational
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 required, opens May 15th. 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.

Summer Reading Movie: Rumble

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Powdersville Library
Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Event Details:
Enjoy the summer with Movie Day at the Library.  Enjoy the movie Rumble Rated PG.  In a world where monster wrestling is considered to be a global sport and its athletes are treated like superstars, a teenage girl seeks to follow her fat...

Fun with Fitness

10:30am - 11:30am
Belton Library
Registration
Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Educational, Health & Fitness, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:
Have fit fun at the library! This summer, learn about the importance of being active and staying healthy in this informational program, brought to you by AnMed's Docklink. Health expert Ashley Gelder will lead kids through interactive storytelling, u...

Cooking Matters: Kids Style

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Powdersville Library
Registration
Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:
Cooking Matters! Have some fun with food and learn about healthy eating.  MJ Ghrist from Clemson SNAP-Ed will show participants how to make tasty treats.   To ensure adequate supplies, please register each child in your group s...

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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.

Get Smooth with Smoothies!

10:30am - 11:30am
Pendleton Library
Registration
Library Branch: Pendleton Library
Room: Children’s Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:
Ready to get creative in the kitchen? Participants will be learning basic cooking skills. Hygiene in the kitchen, cutting (with a table knife), measuring and reading a recipe are a few of the skills we will be learning today..  The blender will ...

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.

Play With Your Food

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Anderson Main Library
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Multipurpose Room BC
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Cooking, Educational, Family Friendly, Health & Fitness, Summer Reading
Event Details:
Playing with your food has never been more fun! Join us for this special summer reading program all about creating "art" with your food. MJ Ghrist from Clemson SNAP-Ed will show participants how to make tasty treats that look fun too, like zucchini r...

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.

Connect with Kindness - Creating a Mural

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Lander Memorial Library
Library Branch: Lander Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, All Ages
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Summer Reading
Event Details:
Connect with your community through art!   Sign up for a 15 minute slot to draw and paint a collaborative work of art. All ages welcome, no artistic experience required. Call (864) 847-5238 or email lander@andersonlibrary.org to regi...

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

9:45am - 12:00pm
Anderson Main Library
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, June 3. 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.

Painter's Station Art Club

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Anderson Main Library
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Event Details:
Painter's Station Art Club is a monthly art club for kids, featuring a different art activity each month. This month, create your masterpiece using doodle art. Join Art Club once every four weeks. Space is limited. Call 864-260-4500 ext 158 to reg...

Dinosaur Day!

10:30am - 11:30am
Belton Library
Registration
Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:
It's Dinosaur Day at the Belton Library! Today we'll be reading some dinosaur-friendly books, doing a Dinosaur STOMP dance, and having a dinosaur-friendly snack. There also may be a visit from the giant T-Rex, but don't worry, she has been trained an...