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Sonic Lunch featuring Howard Kim & Alan Nowell

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Multipurpose Room ABC at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Music, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

We are thrilled to announce a new partnership program with the Greater Anderson Musical Arts Consortium (GAMAC) in 2024! Sonic Lunch is a lunchtime concert series wher...

Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Multipurpose Room ABC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music, Special Events
Event Details:

We are thrilled to announce a new partnership program with the Greater Anderson Musical Arts Consortium (GAMAC) in 2024!

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.

You're the (Bath) Bomb!

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Educational, Family Friendly, STEM
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Dive into bath time and become a bath wizard while you create your own colorful and fizzy bath bombs! Use science to mix, mold, and decorate your own bath bomb while learning the b...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Educational, Family Friendly, STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Dive into bath time and become a bath wizard while you create your own colorful and fizzy bath bombs! Use science to mix, mold, and decorate your own bath bomb while learning the benefits of relaxation and self-care!

 

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.

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Family Storytime

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays perfect for children ages birth to 5 years and their adult caregivers in this family storytime.

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.

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.

Chair Yoga

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Lander Memorial Library
Program Type:
Health & Fitness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us at the Library every Thursday from 11-11:30 AM to learn yoga moves you can do from a chair! Follow along with videos from Registered Yoga Teacher and Rural Health and Nu...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lander Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Fitness
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Join us at the Library every Thursday from 11-11:30 AM to learn yoga moves you can do from a chair!

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.

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Over Easy Exercise by Kelly Jo

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Educational, Health & Fitness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us as Kelly Jo Barwell brings her personalized Over Easy for Senior Adults to the Belton Library. This program will aid your ability to keep moving and building your strength....

Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Health & Fitness
Event Details:

Join us as Kelly Jo Barwell brings her personalized Over Easy for Senior Adults to the Belton Library. This program will aid your ability to keep moving and building your strength.

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.

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Email Essentials

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Computer Lab at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Short for electronic mail, e-mail or email is information stored on a computer that is exchanged between two users or a group of individuals over a telecommunications network. ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Short for electronic mail, e-mail or email is information stored on a computer that is exchanged between two users or a group of individuals over a telecommunications network.  Learn how to set up a free Yahoo or Google email account and send

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.

Think Outside the Box

Think Outside the Box Thursday

Thursday, May 9, 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.

Bouncing Bubbles

Beyond Books: Silly Science

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Educational, Family Friendly, STEM
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Go beyond books and join us for some "Silly Science" where we will have fun make Bouncing Bubbles and Magic Milk.

Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Educational, Family Friendly, STEM
Event Details:

Go beyond books and join us for some "Silly Science" where we will have fun make Bouncing Bubbles and Magic Milk.

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.

Lego Club

Lego Club

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cely Room at Powdersville Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, STEM
Age Group:
Children
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.

Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, STEM
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

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join our Pokémon Club and get ready to "catch 'em all!" What's the most important item when catching Pokémon? Pokéballs! Come join us and create your own!  

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

Join our Pokémon Club and get ready to "catch 'em all!" What's the most important item when catching Pokémon? Pokéballs! Come join us and create your own!

 

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Carolina Bronze Handbell Ensemble Presents: A Rhapsody of Bells Spring Concert

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Multipurpose Room ABC at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly, Music, Special Events
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

We are pleased to welcome the Carolina Bronze Handbell Ensemble back to the library for their Spring 2024 concert! Carolina Bronze presents A Rhapsody of Bells with music that...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Multipurpose Room ABC
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Family Friendly, Music, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

We are pleased to welcome the Carolina Bronze Handbell Ensemble back to the library for their Spring 2024 concert!

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.

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Thirsty Thursday Romance Book Club

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Ready to put the 'thirst' in Thirsty Thursday? We sure are! Celebrate the romance genre at Thirsty Thursday Romance Book Club, meeting at The Bradbury Bistro on the 2nd Thursday of...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Ready to put the 'thirst' in Thirsty Thursday? We sure are! Celebrate the romance genre at Thirsty Thursday Romance Book Club, meeting at The Bradbury Bistro on the 2nd Thursday of every month at 6:30pm.

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.

Staff Day Inservice Training

All Day
Anderson Main Library, Belton Library, Iva Library, Jennie Erwin (Honea Path) Library, Lander Memorial Library, Pendleton Library, Piedmont Library, Powdersville Library, Westside Community Center Library
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Branches:
Anderson Main Library, Belton Library, Iva Library, Jennie Erwin (Honea Path) Library, Lander Memorial Library, Pendleton Library, Piedmont Library, Powdersville Library, Westside Community Center Library
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Morning Fiber

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us to get in some early morning fiber art crafting with fellow knitters and crocheting friends. This is a casual drop-in style class where you can work on your personal projec...

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

Join us to get in some early morning fiber art crafting with fellow knitters and crocheting friends.

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.

Family Game Day: Really Loud Librarians

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children’s Meeting Room at Pendleton Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Let’s get a little rowdy! Join us for a fun new game by the makers of Exploding Kittens LLC, Really Loud Librarians. This fast-paced, word shouting, and yes, loud game is easy to l...

Library Branch: Pendleton Library
Room: Children’s Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Family Friendly
Event Details:

Let’s get a little rowdy! Join us for a fun new game by the makers of Exploding Kittens LLC, Really Loud Librarians. This fast-paced, word shouting, and yes, loud game is easy to learn and a blast to play.

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.

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.

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Saturday Family Storytime

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays perfect for children ages birth to 5 years old and their adult caregivers.

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 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.

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Traveling Seed Library @ Lander (Williamston) Branch

All Day 5/13 - 5/17
Lander Passive Programming at Lander Memorial Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly, Gardening and Environmental Sustainability
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

In partnership with Anderson County Soil and Water Conservation Distrist, we are excited to introduce the new Traveling Seed Library which will roll out for the Spring in...

Library Branch: Lander Memorial Library
Room: Lander Passive Programming
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Family Friendly, Gardening and Environmental Sustainability
Event Details:

In partnership with Anderson County Soil and Water Conservation Distrist, we are excited to introduce the new Traveling Seed Library which will roll out for the Spring in April and May!

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.

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Mobile Health Care Day

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 9:00am - 2:00pm
Outdoors at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Health & Fitness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Anderson County Library is partnering with Foothills Community Health Care! Foothills Community Health Care's Mobile Medical Unit Team will be at the Anderson Main Library...

Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Outdoors
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Fitness
Event Details:

The Anderson County Library is partnering with Foothills Community Health Care! Foothills Community Health Care's Mobile Medical Unit Team will be at the Anderson Main Library for anyone who scheduled an appointment with us on Wednesday,

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Pop-Up Seed Library with ACSWCD (Lander/Williamston)

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Lander Memorial Library
Program Type:
Gardening and Environmental Sustainability
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Join Anderson County Soil and Water Conservation District to get information on district programs, pick up pamphlets on different conservation practices related to gardening, and p...

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Library Branch: Lander Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Gardening and Environmental Sustainability
Event Details:

Join Anderson County Soil and Water Conservation District to get information on district programs, pick up pamphlets on different conservation practices related to gardening, and pick out a few seeds from the ACSWCD's Pop-Up Seed Library.

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.

Mover and Shaker Storytime!

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Health & Fitness, Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children
Event Details:

Come enjoy some stories, songs, and stretches at this movement oriented storytime!  Wonderful for practicing early literacy and fine motor skills. This program is perfect for ...

Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children
Program Type: Health & Fitness, Storytime
Event Details:

Come enjoy some stories, songs, and stretches at this movement oriented storytime!  Wonderful for practicing early literacy and fine motor skills.

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.

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Preschool Storytime

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and activities perfect for children ages 3 to 5 years and their adult caregivers. Registration is strongly encouraged. Please register each ad...

Required
Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and activities perfect for children ages 3 to 5 years and their adult caregivers.

Registration is strongly encouraged. Please register each adult and child who will attend to ensure adequate space.

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.

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Land Records

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Computer Lab at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to find local land records, deeds, estate records, and more. 

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Learn how to find local land records, deeds, estate records, and more. 

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Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 9:15am - 10:00am
Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Stories, songs, and fingerplays perfect for children ages 3 to 5 years old to enjoy along with their adult caregiver.

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.

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.

children looking at a person reading a book with the text "Storytime at the library"

Family Storytime

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children’s Meeting Room at Pendleton Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
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 eve...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Pendleton Library
Room: Children’s Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 33
Event Details:

Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays perfect for children ages birth to 5 years old.

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.