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Meet Tiana!

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Family Friendly, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Meet your favorite princess Tiana and join her on a journey through New Orleans. Children can engage in a story, sing alongs and frog pond games while learning what it means to bel...

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

Meet your favorite princess Tiana and join her on a journey through New Orleans. Children can engage in a story, sing alongs and frog pond games while learning what it means to believe in yourself and to be a hard worker.

picture of smiling Black woman shown in different stages of image transfer from the original photo to different colored gelli prints

Intro to Gelli Plate Image Transfers

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a Gelli Print Image Transfer demonstration followed by a step-by-step introduction to the basics of "image transfer prints" using magazine pages.

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Join us for a Gelli Print Image Transfer demonstration followed by a step-by-step introduction to the basics of "image transfer prints" using magazine pages.

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.

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

Saturday Family Storytime

Saturday, July 20, 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.

Mover and Shaker Storytime!

Monday, July 22, 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.

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

Preschool Storytime

Monday, July 22, 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.

4 colorful handmade bookmarks

Scrappy Style Bookmarks

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Come in and make a personalized bookmark from paper scraps perfect for summer reading. Use the Electric City Creative Makerspace's scrapbooking supplies, stamps, and stickers to de...

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: 14
Event Details:

Come in and make a personalized bookmark from paper scraps perfect for summer reading.

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.

board games

Out To Win

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Whether you're a board and tabletop games aficionado or you just want to enjoy the fun atmosphere, we'll have a seat waiting for you!

Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Event Details:

Whether you're a board and tabletop games aficionado or you just want to enjoy the fun atmosphere, we'll have a seat waiting for you!

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.

Camp Pendleton

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children’s Meeting Room at Pendleton Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join the Pendleton library staff for a fun hour of camp inspired activities. We will be making a solar s'mores oven, playing camp games and learning a funny camp song!

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Pendleton Library
Room: Children’s Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Join the Pendleton library staff for a fun hour of camp inspired activities. We will be making a solar s'mores oven, playing camp games and learning a funny camp song!

gray and blue Vex IQ logo

Vex IQ Robotics

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

New VEX IQ season is here! If you're interested in robots and coding, join the Anderson Co. Library Robotics team! For the next 8 months, our team members will learn coding techniq...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: STEM, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

New VEX IQ season is here! If you're interested in robots and coding, join the Anderson Co. Library Robotics team!

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.

Plan Your Adventure: Create A Vision Board

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Cely Room at Powdersville Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Come one, come all! Create a vision board using magazines, stickers, markers and more. Attendees will create something truly unique to help focus on their goals. All materials p...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

Come one, come all!

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.

Android Tablet and Phone

Android Tablet & Phone Basics

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Computer Lab at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Use your Android Tablet or Android Phone more efficiently to do research, increase your productivity and entertain! Learn how your Android Tablet or Android Phone can enrich your A...

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

Use your Android Tablet or Android Phone more efficiently to do research, increase your productivity and entertain! Learn how your Android Tablet or Android Phone can enrich your Anderson County Library user experience. 

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.

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

Preschool Storytime: Dinosaur Romp

Tuesday, July 23, 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, July 23, 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: 27
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.

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

Family Storytime

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Lander Memorial Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Enjoy songs, stories, and rhymes perfect for practicing early literacy skills. For ages birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lander Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Enjoy songs, stories, and rhymes perfect for practicing early literacy skills. For ages birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.

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

Preschool Storytime: Dinosaur Romp

Tuesday, July 23, 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:

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

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

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. Please contact the library if you have any concerns about accessibility or need to inquire about specific accommodations.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and participate with your child for this program.

olympics

Travel Adventures

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly, Movies, Games & Anime, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

As we celebrate the Paris Summer Olympics beginning on July 26, 2024, we are hosting our own "peanut" Olympics. Join us for fun games as we compete for gold and see who is the best...

Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Family Friendly, Movies, Games & Anime, Summer Reading
Event Details:

As we celebrate the Paris Summer Olympics beginning on July 26, 2024, we are hosting our own "peanut" Olympics. Join us for fun games as we compete for gold and see who is the best library athlete!

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.

Adventures in Cooking

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Teens, let's learn to cook this summer! Sarah from Clemson Extension will be joining us for three days of cooking fun, where she'll teach teens delicious and fun snacks to make wit...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Teens, let's learn to cook this summer! Sarah from Clemson Extension will be joining us for three days of cooking fun, where she'll teach teens delicious and fun snacks to make with air fryers, toaster ovens, and more. 

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.

Cooking Matters: Kids Style

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Cely Room at Powdersville Library
Program Type:
Cooking, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Cooking Matters! Have some fun with food and learn about healthy eating.  Sarah M. Donnald from Clemson SNAP-Ed will show participants how to make tasty treats.   ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Cooking, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Cooking Matters! Have some fun with food and learn about healthy eating.  Sarah M. Donnald from Clemson SNAP-Ed will show participants how to make tasty treats.  

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.

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 Scrapbooks

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Multipurpose Room ABC at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Make your summer memories last! Stop by and complete your summer reading scrapbooks. All materials will be provided. Email childrens@andersonlibrary.org or call 864-260-4500 ext 15...

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

Make your summer memories last! Stop by and complete your summer reading scrapbooks. All materials will be provided. Email childrens@andersonlibrary.org or call 864-260-4500 ext 158 to register.

An open book sitting on a desk

Bring Your Own Book (BYOB) Salon

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Lander Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Bring Your Own Book (BYOB) and join the discussion with other book lovers! Learn about your local library, get book suggestions, and eat free snacks!  

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Lander Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Bring Your Own Book (BYOB) and join the discussion with other book lovers!

Learn about your local library, get book suggestions, and eat free snacks!

 

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.

Bedtime Storytime

Bedtime Storytime

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cely Room at Powdersville Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Wear your pjs and join us at the Powdersville Library for some bedtime stories and songs!

Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Wear your pjs and join us at the Powdersville Library for some bedtime stories and songs!

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

Toddler Storytime: Dinosaur Romp

Wednesday, July 24, 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:

Hear new and classic books and stories followed by interactive play great for practicing early literacy skills perfect for children ages 18 months to 3 years old and their adult ca...

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

Hear new and classic books and stories followed by interactive play great for practicing early literacy skills perfect for children ages 18 months to 3 years old and their adult caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. Please contact the library if you have any concerns about accessibility or need to inquire about specific accommodations.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and participate with your child for this program.

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

Toddler Storytime: Dinosaur Romp

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Hear new and classic books and stories followed by interactive play great for practicing early literacy skills perfect for children ages 18 months to 3 years old and their adult ca...

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

Hear new and classic books and stories followed by interactive play great for practicing early literacy skills perfect for children ages 18 months to 3 years old and their adult caregivers.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. Please contact the library if you have any concerns about accessibility or need to inquire about specific accommodations.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and participate with your child for this program.

Family Storytime

Family Storytime

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Cely Room at Powdersville 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.

Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely 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.