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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.

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 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...

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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.

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.

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...

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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
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...

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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
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...

Tween Interactive Movie Night: Remember the Titans

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Anderson Main Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Family Friendly, Movies, Games & Anime, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
“Whatever kind of ambition it took to do what you did around here, this world could use a lot more of it” – Carol Boone, Remember the Titans June is the kickoff of our Summer Reading challenge, focused on being "all together, now!" and c...

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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.

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.

Bath Bombs

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Powdersville Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:
Are you interested in self care? Then join us for this fun program! Teens will get the chance to see how bath bombs are made from start to finish, and will get to make their very own sugar scrubs while the bath bombs are curing! Perfect for anyone lo...

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...

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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

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: 99
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.

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 ...

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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.

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...

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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.

Family "Fort Night"

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Anderson Main Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Educational, Family Friendly, STEM, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
This program is all about "fort night," but not the game you all know and love! Instead, families are invited to join us for an evening of building blanket forts, where you and your tween will read books together by flashlight while enjoying s'mores ...

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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.

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.

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...

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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.

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 (...

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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.

Circuits and Programming Workshop: Hummingbird Duo

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Lander Memorial Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lander Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading, Technology, Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:
Register for a 4-day workshop to work with Hummingbird Duo and learn about electrical circuits and basic programming. Wanda Staggers leads this interactive workshop at the Lander Library. Register to commit to all four workshop sessions. ...

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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.

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...

Circuits and Programming Workshop: Hummingbird Duo

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Lander Memorial Library
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Lander Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading, Technology, Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:
Register for a 4-day workshop to work with Hummingbird Duo and learn about electrical circuits and basic programming. Wanda Staggers leads this interactive workshop at the Lander Library. Register to commit to all four workshop sessions. ...

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.