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WISE GUYS! STEM and STEAM

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Educational, STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Come and be a Wise Guy! Join the challenging activities each month! 

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Educational, STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Come and be a Wise Guy! Join the challenging activities each month! 

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.

chess board with bishop in forefront

Chess Club @ Anderson

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 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: 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.

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.

Think Outside the Box

Think Outside the Box Thursday

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Lander Memorial Library
Program Type:
Educational, STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Think outside the box! Explore a different STEM or STEAM activity each week. LEGOs, Robots, Q-Ba-Maze, oh my!  *Contact staff for each week's project or activity or fo...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lander Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Educational, STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:

Think outside the box! Explore a different STEM or STEAM activity each week. LEGOs, Robots, Q-Ba-Maze, oh my! 

*Contact staff for each week's project or activity or for more information.

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.

poster

Mini Makers Edition Artist Highlight: Tove Jansson!

Friday, May 24, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Workshops
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

The Artist Highlight is a semi-monthly Makerspace program where we study an artists style and try to replicate it ourselves. This time we are having a special Mini Makers Edition f...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Classroom
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

The Artist Highlight is a semi-monthly Makerspace program where we study an artists style and try to replicate it ourselves. This time we are having a special Mini Makers Edition for ages 9 and up!

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.

Think Outside the Box

Think Outside the Box Thursday

Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Lander Memorial Library
Program Type:
Educational, STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Think outside the box! Explore a different STEM or STEAM activity each week. LEGOs, Robots, Q-Ba-Maze, oh my!  *Contact staff for each week's project or activity or fo...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lander Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Educational, STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:

Think outside the box! Explore a different STEM or STEAM activity each week. LEGOs, Robots, Q-Ba-Maze, oh my! 

*Contact staff for each week's project or activity or for more information.

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.

Summer at the Library

Summer Reading Kickoff at the Main Library

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Children's Area at Anderson Main 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:

Adventure begins at your Library! Kick off our brand-new summer adventure program at our Summer Reading Kick-Off Party! Follow your adventure map and see fun critters from Critters...

Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Children's Area
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:

Adventure begins at your Library! Kick off our brand-new summer adventure program at our Summer Reading Kick-Off Party!

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.

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.

Summer Reading Kickoff at the Lander Memorial Library

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room at Lander Memorial Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Go on a tropical adventure at the Lander Memorial Summer Reading Kickoff! Listen to fun tunes from DJ Bennie Bee and dance the morning away, play through our putt putt golf course,...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lander Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

Go on a tropical adventure at the Lander Memorial Summer Reading Kickoff! Listen to fun tunes from DJ Bennie Bee and dance the morning away, play through our putt putt golf course, partake in light up bowling, and so much more!

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...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Pendleton Library
Room: Children’s Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Family Friendly, Special Events, Summer Reading
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.

mr. twister the balloon clown

Mr. Twister at the Library

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Have fun in an "over the top" performance featuring the zany Mr. Twister! See fun magic tricks, balloon sculpting and more while learning about having a good attitude and building ...

Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Have fun in an "over the top" performance featuring the zany Mr. Twister! See fun magic tricks, balloon sculpting and more while learning about having a good attitude and building character. It's fun for the whole family! 

 

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.

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
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.

chess board with bishop in forefront

Chess Club @ Anderson

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 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.

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.

mr twister the clown

Mr. Twister at the Library

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Multipurpose Room BC at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Have fun in an "over the top" performance featuring the zany Mr. Twister! See fun magic tricks, balloon sculpting and more while learning about having a good attitude and building ...

Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Multipurpose Room BC
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Have fun in an "over the top" performance featuring the zany Mr. Twister! See fun magic tricks, balloon sculpting and more while learning about having a good attitude and building character. It's fun for the whole family!

Summer at the Library

Rhythm Reads with GAMAC

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Westside Community Center Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly, Music, Special Events
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Listen to a musical performance alongside a book courtesy of Greater Anderson Musical Arts Consortium (GAMAC). Children will get the chance to engage in various activities after th...

Library Branch: Westside Community Center Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Family Friendly, Music, Special Events
Event Details:

Listen to a musical performance alongside a book courtesy of Greater Anderson Musical Arts Consortium (GAMAC). Children will get the chance to engage in various activities after the performance is over.

asian

Cooking Matters! Teen Edition

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Cooking, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Teens, let's learn to cook! Join SNAP-Ed's Sarah Donnald for an "Asian Culinary Adventure," where we'll experience delicious food, including boba tea! 

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Cooking, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Teens, let's learn to cook! Join SNAP-Ed's Sarah Donnald for an "Asian Culinary Adventure," where we'll experience delicious food, including boba tea! 

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.

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

Art & Audiobooks for Kids

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Lander Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Educational, Family Friendly, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Do you like to paint? Do you like to read? How about doing both? Come work on an art project while listening to a book....The Kingdom of Wrenly series opener, The Lost Stone by ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lander Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Educational, Family Friendly, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Do you like to paint? Do you like to read? How about doing both?

The Critter Keeper!

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Educational, Family Friendly, Special Events, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Come meet Julius Squeezer, the 12-foot, 40-pound boa constrictor, and have a blast with the Critter Keeper and his many exotic animals! A jungle adventure for all ages! Event will ...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Educational, Family Friendly, Special Events, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Come meet Julius Squeezer, the 12-foot, 40-pound boa constrictor, and have a blast with the Critter Keeper and his many exotic animals! A jungle adventure for all ages!

The Critter Keeper!

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Educational, Family Friendly, Special Events, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Come meet Julius Squeezer, the 12-foot, 40-pound boa constrictor, and have a blast with the Critter Keeper and his many exotic animals! A jungle adventure for all ages! Event will ...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Educational, Family Friendly, Special Events, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Come meet Julius Squeezer, the 12-foot, 40-pound boa constrictor, and have a blast with the Critter Keeper and his many exotic animals! A jungle adventure for all ages!

Yarn, string, and other craft supplies

Picasso Art Camp

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children’s Meeting Room at Pendleton Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Family Friendly
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join the Pendleton Library staff for an outrageously fun hour of Picasso inspired art. Each participant will work on three projects. The first will be bubble wand making, then bubb...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Pendleton Library
Room: Children’s Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Family Friendly
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Join the Pendleton Library staff for an outrageously fun hour of Picasso inspired art. Each participant will work on three projects. The first will be bubble wand making, then bubble art, and finally a water pistol art project.

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.

Let's Get Wild!

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children’s Meeting Room at Pendleton Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Let's get wild at the Library with the SC Department of Natural Resources! Come look at, touch and hold live native South Carolina reptiles at the Pendleton Library. SCDNR will bri...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Pendleton Library
Room: Children’s Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

Let's get wild at the Library with the SC Department of Natural Resources! Come look at, touch and hold live native South Carolina reptiles at the Pendleton Library.

seahorse

Ocean Adventures

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Family Friendly, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Take a deep dive and go on an ocean adventure at the Library! Join us for a fun afternoon of ocean-themed stories, music, and crafts.

Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Family Friendly, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Take a deep dive and go on an ocean adventure at the Library! Join us for a fun afternoon of ocean-themed stories, music, and 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.

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.

Bubblepalooza at the Library!

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Cely Room at Powdersville Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join us for Bubblepalooza at the library!  Learn about bubbles, create your own bubble wand and have a blast! 

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Family Friendly, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 57
Event Details:

Join us for Bubblepalooza at the library! 

Learn about bubbles, create your own bubble wand and have a blast! 

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 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. Email childrens@andersonlibrary....

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. Email childrens@andersonlibrary.org or call 864-260-4500 ext 158 to register.

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
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Do you have what it takes to build the best roller coaster? 

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.