Apr - Jun 2025 Event Guide

event guide

APR-JUN 2025

Bloom With Us.

Seeds are sprouting, to-be-read lists are growing, and exciting programs are popping up this spring at your library.

Celebrate Spring at Our Sensory Garden!

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Meet Local Authors at ReadLocal. 2025

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Apply to Be Part of the “Literarily Overdue!” Anthology

PLUS: Get informed about mental health from AmeriCorps Healthy Futures (pg. 11) Create a unique piece of “tiny art” for our upcoming Tiny Art Show (pg. 14) See you at the Soirée! (pg. 15)

Director ’s Corner

As we head into spring, I’m looking at a packed calendar full of exciting projects coming to life, tons of outreach opportunities, and, of course, the big push into Summer Reading. I’m thrilled to announce that our new Iva location is opening soon! This project has been in the works for a few years, and it’s incredible to see it finally coming together. A huge thank you to Anderson County, Senator Gambrell, and ACOG for making this possible. The new location will feature a fantastic children’s area and meeting space; I can’t wait for the community to enjoy it!

We’re also adding something special to the Food Lion on Highway 24: a book vending machine! With your library card, you’ll be able to check out adult and children’s books, plus DVDs — all close to home. For patrons who don’t live near a library, it’s a game-changer. This project is made possible thanks to a grant from the SC State Library and the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Stay tuned for the opening date.

And don’t forget to catch us out and about this spring! We’ll have a big presence at the Anderson Soirée, and you’ll spot us at the Pendleton Jubilee, Iva Spring Festival, and Spring Water Festival as well. Stop by and join the fun!

As always, see you at the library!

What is Annie Reading?

$2.00 a Day: Living on Almost Nothing in America by Kathryn Edin

THINGS WE

Check out what our staff are loving this month!

SUMMER READING FUN It’s that time of year again! Our annual summer reading program for kids & teens kicks off Saturday, May 31. Join us for a summer of fun, exploring this year’s theme: Color Our World! From educational programs to reading challenges, visit your local library every week for a new activity.

Learn more on our website.

OUR CREATIVE MAKERSPACE If you haven’t checked out our Electric City Creative Makerspace, you’re missing out!

Offering weekly Open Create hours, innovative creative classes, and top-of-theline machinery, there’s something for everyone in the ECC.

OUR LIBRARY FRIENDS We wouldn’t be able to do what we do without the support of The Friends of the Anderson County Library. From funding summer reading programs to special author events, the Friends ensure that our patrons get the most out of their local library. The Friends are fully funded by donations, so become a Friend of the Library today by visiting our website at andersonlibrary.org/friends.

Library Spotlight

Our Gardens are Growing!

The Anderson County Library’s Children’s Courtyard is home to two beautiful gardens — the Sensory Garden and the Carolina Fence Garden — with 25 species of native and pollinator-friendly plants. Open to the public seven days a week, the space has grown from 1,000 visitors in 2021 to over 7,000 in 2024! The Carolina Fence Garden features plants once used by the Cherokee for food, medicine, and more — like Goldenrod, known as "Sun Medicine" for its healing properties. The Sensory Garden is designed to engage sight, smell, sound, and touch, creating a relaxing and fun space for families. With help from Plantsoon and community science programs like CoCoRaHS and Project FeederWatch, the gardens are a great way to learn, explore, and connect with nature.

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Explore. Discover. Connect.

Go beyond the books at the Anderson County Library! Keep reading to learn all about how you can explore our databases, discover little-known library services, and connect with others at your library.

Explore.

Explore Chilton Library, your go-to source for car repair!

Search the most authoritative automotive repair information available to car owners. Get access to maintenance and specification tables that provide the unique data you need for each specific vehicle, step-bystep service and repair procedures, and a labor estimating tool to help you confidently determine your next move. Additionally, utilize Chilton’s ASE test prep quizzes for the most popular certification exams so you can pass your tests with flying colors!

Discover.

Discover our Powdersville 24/7 Book Lockers! Did you know that our Powdersville Library offers access to your library holds through our outdoor book lockers? If you’re unable to visit the library during open hours, putting items on hold for book locker pickup is a great way to access your library on your schedule!

To pick up your library hold at the Powdersville Book Locker, just choose ‘Anderson - Powdersville Locker’ when placing a hold online. Reach out to your local library with any questions!

Connect.

Connect with fellow STEAM lovers at our brand-new Saturday STEAM Lab for kids! This club is perfect for any child looking to meet new friends and learn something new. Our Saturday STEAM Labs have something for everyone, whether it's brushing up on teamwork and problem-solving skills in our Engineering and Technology Labs, or using science and math to create a masterpiece in our Creation Lab. No matter which aspect of STEAM you choose, our STEAM Labs are sure to be filled with new adventures! Visit our events calendar to view the full schedule.

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New Arrivals

Food for Thought

by Alton Brown

Chasing Peace

by Tom Rosshirt

Where the Creek Bends

by Linda Lael Miller

Under Loch and Key

by Lana Ferguson

Protecting Whitney

by David Roberts

The Rose Bargain

by Sasha Peyton Smith

We All Live Here

by Jojo Moyes

The Boxcar Librarian

by Brianna Labuskes

Upcoming Book Clubs Chuck Fleming Memorial Book Club

Thu, Apr 24, May 22, & June 26 @ 6p | Pendleton Library Join us each month as we explore a new read and engage in a great discussion at the Chuck Fleming Memorial Book Club! Join us for a riveting discussion of James by Percival Everett in April, A Fever in the Heartland by Timothy Egan in May, and The Light Pirate by Lily Brooks-Dalton in June. Copies of the title are available for checkout at the information desk a month before the discussion.

Chapters & Chatter

Tue, Apr 1, May 6, Jun 3 @ 2p | Belton Apr: The Moonshiner's Daughter

by Donna Everhart May: Looking for Jane by Heather Marshall Jun: Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann

Cover to Cover

Thu, Apr 3, May 1, Jun 5 @ 6p | Powdersville Apr: The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna May: Remarkably Bright Creatures

by Shelby Van Pelt Jun: Lady Tan's Circle of Women by Lisa See

Thirsty Thursday Romance

Thu, Apr 10, May 8, Jun 12 @ 6:30p Email adultprograms@andersonlibrary.org for location information.

Apr: The Art of Catching Feelings

by Alicia Thompson May: Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez Jun: Delilah Green Doesn’t Care

by Ashley Herring Blake

The Usual Suspects Mystery

Tue, Apr 15, May 20, Jun 17 @ 11a | Piedmont Apr: Books Can Be Deceiving by Jenn McKinlay May: Murder Road by Simone St. James Jun: Still Life by Louise Penny

Brews & Books

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Wed, Apr 16, May 21, Jun 18 @ 7:30p Carolina Bauernhaus Apr: Before the Coffee Gets Cold

by Toshikazu Kawaguchi May: The Heiress by Rachel Hawkins Jun: The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller

Book Club and Tea Bag Swap

Tue, April 22, May 27, Jun 24 @ 6p Lander Memorial (Williamston) Come enjoy a cup of hot tea and some snacks as we discuss the books we are reading.

Brown Bag

Wed, Apr 23, May 28, Jun 25 @ 12p | Anderson Apr: Tom Lake by Ann Patchett May: The Briar Club by Kate Quinn Jun: The Lion Women of Tehran

by Marjan Kamali

Who Dunnit? Mystery

Thu, Apr 24, May 22, Jun 26 @ 4p | Belton Apr: Behind Her Eyes by Sarah Pinborough May: Not a Sound by Heather Gudenkauf Jun: Baby Teeth by Zoje Stage

Storytime at the Library Anderson Main Library

Special Storytimes

Mover and Shaker Storytime | Mondays | 10:30a Listen and move along to stories, songs, and stretches at this movement-oriented storytime!

Bedtime Storytime Wear your PJs and join us for some bedtime stories and songs!

Powdersville Library | Every 4th Tuesday | 6:30p

Preschool Storytime | Tuesdays | 9:15a & 10:30a Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays for children ages 3 to 5 years old with their adult caregiver.

Toddler Storytime | Wednesdays | 9:15a & 10:30a Hear new and classic stories followed by interactive play, great for practicing early literacy skills. For children ages 18 months to 3 years old and their adult caregiver.

Family Storytime | Thursdays & Saturdays | 10:30a Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays for children ages birth to 5 years and their adult caregiver.

Bilingual Storytime/Cuentos Bilingües Join us for stories and familiar songs in English and Spanish in this unique bilingual storytime.

Unase a nosotros para escuchar cuentos y canciones familiares en ingles y español en esta hora de cuentos bilingüe.

Powdersville Library | Every 1st Monday | 4:30p and 4th Thursday | 10:30a Visit andersonlibrary.org/events or call your local library branch to learn more.

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

Branch Libraries Family Storytime Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays for children ages birth to 5 years and their adult caregiver.

Pendleton Library | Tuesdays | 10:30a Lander Memorial Library | Tuesdays | 10:30a Powdersville Library | Wednesdays | 10:30a Preschool Storytime Enjoy stories, songs, and fingerplays for children ages 3 to 5 years and their adult caregiver.

Belton Library | Mondays | 10:30a

Read books, earn rewards!

Join our free program and start your child’s journey to kindergarten readiness.

Ask our staff for your starter kit today!

Sponsored by The Friends of the Anderson County Library

Featured Programs Chapter Chasers: Bookish Trivia!

ReadLocal. Author Fair

SAT, MAY 31 • 11A • ANDERSON

THU, APR 17 • 5:30P • ANDERSON Test your literary knowledge at Bookish Trivia Night with other Chapter Chasers! Whether you’re a die-hard bookworm or just love a good story, this fun trivia event is for you.

Join us for the ReadLocal. Author Fair!

Discover and support local talent as you meet and shop from over a dozen talented authors, independent publishers, and literary artisans.

Cooking Matters! for the Family

WED, JUN 11 • 11A | THU, JUN 19 • 5:30P BELTON Bring the kids and learn some mad cooking skills! Laura Witt from Clemson SNAP-Ed will teach us how to cook together as a family.

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ANDERSON COUNTY LIBRARY AUTHOR FAIR

Registration Required • All Ages • Ages 0-5 • Ages 6-12 • Ages 8-12 • Ages 12-18 • Ages 18+ • Blended Ages Visit andersonlibrary.org/events to register for these programs.

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Anderson Main Library

300 N. McDuffie St. • Anderson, SC • (864) 260-4500

Anderson Chess Club EVERY 1ST & 3RD TUE • 5P

Whether you are new to chess or looking to add more finesse to your chess moves, this is the club for you!

Ultimate Master Builders Challenge: Build a Dinosaur APR 1-30 • TUE-THU, 1-7:30P | SAT 9:30A-5:30P

CHALLENGE: Build a dinosaur in one hour! Construct your creations using LEGO® sets and timers provided by the library. Open to teens (ages 12-18) 4:30-7:30 PM in the Teen Room, and adults (18+) during Makerspace hours.

Craft Café: Tiny Junk Art APR 1-30 • TUE-THU, 1-7:30P | SAT 9:30A-5:30P

Use recycled and gathered materials to create a one-of-a-kind tiny work of art to enter into our Tiny Art Show!

Open to teens (ages 12-18) and adults (18+) during Makerspace hours.

Elementary Explorers: The Day the Crayons Quit APR 1, 2, & 3 • 2P

Enter a world of colors where YOU are the crayon! Embark on a journey through the land of crayons, and encounter challenges and successes in this creative board game, inspired by The Day the Crayons Quit. Open to participants Kindergarten - 3rd Grade.

Snack Squad

THU, APR 3, MAY 1, JUN 6 • 4:30P Join the Snack Squad on the first Thursday of every month! You'll cook up a storm with one of our partners from Clemson SNAP-ED, making yummy treats and snacks that are perfect for sharing with friends.

Composting 101 THU, APR 3 • 5:30P

Discover the essentials of composting in this informative program, where you'll explore various composting methods you can easily start at home.

BARK! Read to Therapy Dogs FRI, APR 4 • 9:45A

Children ages 6-12 can practice building reading skills and confidence by reading a book to a registered therapy dog from SC Dog Therapy Group. Register for a 15-minute session by calling (864) 260-4500 x158.

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Homeschool Friday: Science Fair

Board Game Night with Empire Games

FRI, APR 4 • 1P | FRI, APR 25 • 10:30A

TUE, APR 8, MAY 13, JUN 10 • 6P

On April 4th, join us to learn what a science fair is, how to create a project, and the scientific method. On the 25th, come back to show off your projects for the judges!

Love board games but don't always have someone to play with? Join us for our board game night, in partnership with Empire Games! Ages 14+.

Sewn Book Sleeves FRI, APR 4 • 3:30P

Learn to sew a simple book sleeve that is perfect for print books and e-readers! Ages 12+.

Saturday STEAM Lab

SAT, APR 5, MAY 3, MAY 31, JUN 28 • 2P Our Saturday STEAM Labs have something for everyone, whether it's brushing up on teamwork and problem-solving skills in our Engineering and Technology Labs or using science and math to create a masterpiece in our Creation Lab.

SuperSmash Bros. Afternoon SAT, APR 6 • 3P

Compete against friends and rivals in SuperSmash Bros!

Thrash the competition and make new friends along the way. Ages 9-18.

Friends Annual Meeting with Author Grace Helena Walz SUN, APR 6 • 3P

After a brief meeting of The Friends of the Anderson County Library, enjoy an afternoon with author Grace Helena Walz and learn about her debut novel, Southern By Design.

Small Business Financials 101 with the Small Business Administration TUE, APR 8 • 11A

Numbers not your thing? This class will explain the basics of the primary financial documents needed to operate a small business.

GO Club

TUE, APR 8, MAY 13, JUN 10 • 5P Join us every 2nd Tuesday for GO Club!

This simple yet beautiful strategy game is perfect for anyone looking to test their skills and grow their mind.

Sonic Lunch

WED, APR 9, MAY 14, JUN 11 • 12:15P Enjoy 45 minutes of great music in a variety of styles and genres performed

by Greater Anderson Musical Arts Consortium (GAMAC) artists. See our online calendar for a list of performers.

Teen Book Club

WED, APR 9 & MAY 14 • 1P Connect with fellow teens who share your passion for reading at this monthly book club.

Pick-Up Chess

WED, APR 9 & MAY 14 • 2P Join us for pick-up chess, where the boards are set, and the game is on!

Pokémon Club

THU, APR 10, MAY 8, JUN 12 • 4:30P Join us for a variety of Pokémon themed games, activities, and more.

Crochet Basics

THU, APR 10 • 5:30P Learn the foundational stitches and explore the fiber arts tools we have available in the space. Ages 14+.

Anderson Youth Business Fair SAT, APR 12 • 10A

Support young entrepreneurs at the Youth Business Fair! Students ages 618 will get the chance to sell their original product and see what it takes to run a small business.

Cricut Papercrafts SAT, APR 12 • 11A

Whether you are a scrapbooker, sculptor, card maker, or just a curious crafter, this class will give you a strong foundation on the Cricut Maker 3. Ages 12+.

On the Move: Examining Internal Migration Patterns to Find Ancestors MON, APR 14 • 5:30P

Learn about forced and voluntary migration patterns and how those patterns could help you locate your ancestors.

Registration Required • All Ages • Ages 0-5 • Ages 6-12 • Ages 8-12 • Ages 12-18 • Ages 18+ • Blended Ages Visit andersonlibrary.org/events to register for these programs.

Anderson Main Library

300 N. McDuffie St. • Anderson, SC • (864) 260-4500

LEGO® Club

Elementary Explorers: Mini Terrariums

THU, APR 17, MAY 15, JUN 19 • 4P

WED, APR 23 • 4:30P

We provide the LEGO®, you provide the fun! Join our LEGO® Club to have fun and learn important skills.

Learn what a terrarium is, how it works, and the importance of each part of the ecosystem while designing your own terrarium to take home.

Open to participants Kindergarten 3rd Grade.

Anime Club

THU, APR 17, MAY 15, JUN 19 • 5:30P Hang out, eat snacks, watch new or classic anime. Each month we'll have a bonus game or activity as well!

Adventure Awaits: Author Talk with Moriah Chavis THU, APR 24 • 10A

Chapter Chasers: Bookish Trivia!

Meet Moriah Chavis, author of The Heart of the Sea. Moriah will share insights into her creative process, her journey as both a librarian and an author, and the inspiration behind her book. Ages 12+.

THU, APR 17 • 5:30P

Test your literary knowledge at Bookish Trivia Night with other Chapter Chasers! Whether you’re a die-hard bookworm or just love a good story, this fun trivia event is for you.

DIY Animal Planter THU, APR 24 • 4:30P

(Tiny) Collage Art!

Use your imagination to create your own animal-shaped planter using recycled bottles.

FRI, APR 18 • 3P

Using clippings from magazines, books, and scrap paper, create a unique and expressive piece of art for our upcoming Tiny Art show! Ages 13+.

12th Annual Poetry Reception & Book Release MON, APR 28 • 5:30P

Gelli Printing with Junk!

Join us for an evening of poetry and refreshments at this special event.

Those who submitted poems are invited to read their work aloud, and the winners of the 12th Annual Poetry Contest will be announced.

SAT, APR 19 • 10A

Play with gelli plates to create interesting marks using recycled items. You can use the paper we create to make a mini journal, or save it for future use! Ages 13+.

Craft Movie Night: Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire & Flower Arrangements

Morning Fiber

SAT, APR 19, MAY 17, JUN 14 • 10A Get in some early morning fiber art crafting with fellow knitters and crocheting friends. Ages 12+.

TUE, APR 29 • 5:30P

Watch Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire. While you enjoy the thrilling action on screen, arrange your own flowers and decorate a stainless steel bucket. Ages 14+.

Painter's Station Art Club

SAT, APR 19, MAY 17, JUN 14 • 2P Painter's Station Art Club is back! Join us once every four weeks to create your own masterpiece using different styles and techniques!

Raised Bed Gardening TUE, APR 22 • 5:30P

Learn how to build raised beds, select the right soil, and choose plants that thrive in this space-efficient gardening method.

Understanding Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps WED, APR 23 • 3:30P

Discuss Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps.

Learn what they are, where to find them, and how to read them.

Craft Café: Tiny Art Show Work Station MAY 1-31 • TUE-THU, 1-7:30P | SAT 9:30A-5:30P

Work on a miniature canvas to contribute to our Tiny Art Show! Open to teens (ages 12-18) and adults (18+) during Makerspace hours.

Tiny Paint Pour Art FRI, MAY 2 • 2P

Learn about paint pouring! We'll be doing tiny paint pours on 3" x 3" canvases that you can submit for our Tiny Art Show. Ages 14+.

Self-Publishing 101 SAT, MAY 3 • 11A

Do you have an idea for a book? Learn how to print and distribute your own work without the help of large corporations. Ages 13+.

Anything Goes: A Carolina Bronze Handbells Spring Concert SAT, MAY 3 • 2P

Carolina Bronze Handbell Ensemble presents Anything Goes, a performance full of songs from the ‘40s, Irish and Celtic songs, a few love songs, a little bit of rock, and more.

Super Mario Kart Afternoon SAT, MAY 3 • 3P

Compete against friends and rivals in the ultimate race with Super Mario Kart! Ages 9-18.

Tie Dye Hydrangeas TUE, MAY 6 • 2P

Use simple coffee filters and watercolors to create unique flowers you can display year-round. Ages 12+.

Tiny Yarn Art

Fan Zines

WED, APR 30 • 12P

SAT, MAY 10 • 3:30P

Find a new use for your yarn stash! Use yarn to create abstract tiny art for our upcoming Tiny Art show! Ages 12+.

Learn about the culture of fan zines and make your own! Ages 13+.

Ultimate Master Builders Challenge: Build a Rocket MAY 1-31 • TUE-THU, 1-7:30P | SAT 9:30A-5:30P

CHALLENGE: Build a rocket in one hour! Construct your creations using LEGO® sets and timers provided by the library. Open to teens (ages 12-18) 4:30-7:30 PM in the Teen Room, and adults (18+) during Makerspace hours.

Immigration and Naturalization Records for Genealogy Research MON, MAY 12 • 5:30P

Learn where to locate immigration records and discover what helpful information they contain.

Registration Required • All Ages • Ages 0-5 • Ages 6-12 • Ages 8-12 • Ages 12-18 • Ages 18+ • Blended Ages Visit andersonlibrary.org/events to register for these programs.

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Anderson Main Library

300 N. McDuffie St. • Anderson, SC • (864) 260-4500

Loan Prep 101 with the Small Business Administration

Wills Clinic with the Center for Heirs' Property

Discuss SBA programs and how they interact with the lending process.

Resources to assist in loan application processes will also be shared.

Get your simple will done for free. Call Katrice Keith at 843-745-7055 to reserve a time slot. First appointment is at 10:00AM and last appointment is at 2:30 PM.

TUE, MAY 13 • 11A

Elementary Explorers: Music Makers TUE, MAY 13 • 4:30P

Let your imagination soar as you create your own musical instruments!

Perfect for young creators, making your own instruments is a fun, handson way to explore music, science, and art all at once. Open to participants Kindergarten - 3rd Grade.

Homeschool Friday: Solar S’mores

FRI, MAY 16 • 10:30A & 12P Harness the power of the sun! We will be making s’mores using DIY solar ovens and learning the science behind solar power. Food allergens will be present at this program, including dairy, gluten, soy, and more.

Cutting Vinyl On the Cricut FRI, MAY 16 • 4P

Curious about how the Cricut works with cutting vinyl?

See a demonstration of the Cricut and how you can cut different types of vinyl for different projects! Ages 13+.

Manga + Comic Swap SAT, MAY 17 • 2P

Bring your old comics and manga and swap them with donations from our collection! Turn in your lightly-used comics and manga for vouchers, then redeem them for new and exciting comics/manga volumes or old classics.

Interactive Snack Movie Night: Shrek THU, MAY 22 • 4:30P

Somebody once told me... that you should come to Interactive Snack Movie Night! Watch Shrek while snacking on some delicious snacks, such as "swamp dirt," "dragon claws," and "gumdrop buttons."

Cross-stitch Notebooks THU, MAY 22 • 5:30P

Learn to create cute mini cross-stitch designs and stitch your own notebook cover. Ages 12+.

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SAT, MAY 24 • 10A

Artist Highlight: Matisse Cut Outs SAT, MAY 24 • 11:30A

In this Artist Highlight, learn about Henri Matisse and his unique cut out art style! Ages 13+.

Craft Movie Night: The Burbs & Bird House Decorating TUE, MAY 27 • 5:30P

Let’s take a trip to The Burbs, where Tom Hanks portrays Ray Peterson, a curious resident who suspects that his new neighbors are murderers. As you watch the investigation unfold, enjoy painting and decorating your own birdhouse. Ages 14+.

ACPASS 101: Search Anderson County Property Records Online WED, MAY 28 • 3:30P

Learn to use this handy online lookup tool to search for parcel information, property tax, sales, and deeds all without a trip to the courthouse!

Elementary Explorers: Stuffy Sleepover WED, MAY 28 • 4:30P

Come dressed in your coziest pajamas and bring your favorite stuffy along for an adventure! Listen to a story with your stuffy, then leave them overnight for a fun “sleepover” where they’ll get into all kinds of zany shenanigans.

Open to participants Kindergarten 3rd Grade.

One-Page Wonder Journals WED, MAY 28 • 6P

Make a "One-Page Wonder Journal" by folding a piece of 12x12 scrapbook paper to create a small journal that's filled with pockets and tags! Ages 13+.

Embroidered Pencil Pouches THU, MAY 29 • 2P

Learn a new skill and embroider a personalized pencil pouch with your name, or gift your project to a friend with their name. Ages 12+.

ReadLocal. Author Fair SAT, MAY 31 • 11A

Join us for the ReadLocal. Author Fair!

Discover and support local talent as you meet and shop from over a dozen talented authors, independent publishers, and literary artisans.

Ultimate Master Builders Challenge: Build a Lair!

JUN 1-30 • TUE-THU, 1-7:30P | SAT 9:30A-5:30P

CHALLENGE: Build a superhero or villian lair in 1-hour! Construct your creations using LEGO sets and timers provided by the library. Open to teens (ages 12-18) 4:30-7:30 PM in the Teen Room, and adults (18+) during Makerspace hours.

Craft Café: Origami

JUN 1-30 • TUE-THU, 1-7:30P | SAT 9:30A-5:30P Instructions and paper are available for you to learn about and practice origami! Open to teens (ages 12-18) and adults (18+) during Makerspace hours.

Sewn Bow Accessories THU, JUN 5 • 1:30P

Learn to make versatile sailor-style bows, perfect for hairclips, neckties and to add to other crafts! Ages 14+.

Watercolor Landscapes with Local Artist & Author Emily B. Martin FRI, JUN 6 • 10A

Join local author, artist, and National Park ranger Emily B. Martin for a delightful introduction to painting watercolor landscapes. Ages 14+.

Plant Your Plate!

FRI, JUN 6 • 2P

Learn all about nutrition essentials and how to grow your own veggies for cooking in this engaging program, presented by ACSWCD! Also, enjoy a live cooking demonstration by SNAP-Ed.

Drawing Comics SAT, JUN 7 • 11A

Learn the ins and outs of drawing a comic page, such as planning, penciling, and inking your comic. Ages 12+.

Minecraft Afternoon SAT, JUN 7 • 3P

Come and create, survive, and explore with your friends in Minecraft. Ages 9-18.

Registration Required • All Ages • Ages 0-5 • Ages 6-12 • Ages 8-12 • Ages 12-18 • Ages 18+ • Blended Ages Visit andersonlibrary.org/events to register for these programs.

Anderson Main Library

300 N. McDuffie St. • Anderson, SC • (864) 260-4500

Build a Future Camp

Victorian Puzzle Purses

Join the Clemson Engineers for Developing Communities for a weeklong camp focused on humanitarian issues and how engineering can solve them. Also, learn about careers in the engineering field!

Join local artist Consie and learn how to make a Victorian puzzle purse journal!

This unique, folded paper craft opens to reveal space to decorate with messages, watercolor, and more. Ages 14+.

MON, JUN 9 - FRI, JUN 13 • 12P

African-American Genealogy Basics

MON, JUN 9 • 5:30P Explore records on Ancestry Library, HeritageQuest, and other resources that can help trace your family's African-American history.

Disaster Preparedness with the Small Business Administration

TUE, JUN 10 • 11A Learn how to assess your business’s risk, create a disaster preparedness plan, and implement it effectively at this seminar.

Tote Your Art with Emma Twigg SAT, JUN 14 • 3P

Join local artist Emma Twigg for a walkthrough of her creative process and create a special drawing to take home with you!

Watercolor Stitched Monograms TUE, JUN 17 • 3P

Learn to embroider a letter of your choosing and make a personalized watercolor monogram to add some color into your day! Ages 12+.

Comic Zines: Self-Publishing Your Comic Book FRI, JUN 20 • 10A

Zines are an easy and accessible way to print and share your own projects. If you are a comic artist who wants to selfpublish your own work, this class is for you! Ages 12+.

SAT, JUN 21 • 10A

Mini Makers Artist Highlight: Jim Henson and Making Puppets SAT, JUN 21 • 3P

This Mini Makers Artist Highlight will be focusing on Jim Henson! Jim Henson is the creator of the Muppets, Sesame Street and Fraggle Rock, among other amazing works. Learn about his life and creations while you make your own puppet! Ages 8+.

Intro to the Cricut Maker 3 MON, JUN 23 • 10A

The Cricut Maker 3 is a versatile and accessible tool for many forms of crafting. If you would like to learn how you can use this amazing tool, this is the class for you! Ages 12+.

Craft Movie Night: Twisters & 3D Camera Box Papercraft TUE, JUN 24 • 5:30P

Tween Game Night: Unstable Unicorns THU, JUN 26 • 4:30P

Build a unicorn army. Betray your friends. Unicorns are your friends now.

Join us to learn how to play the card game, Unstable Unicorns, and be the first to fill your stable!

Getting to Know Rain Barrels THU, JUN 26 • 5:30P

Rain barrels are a great way to conserve water, to supply nonchlorinated water for gardening, and to keep excess water out of the stormwater system! Learn the four top reasons to collect rainwater and what's involved in the installation and maintenance of rain barrels.

Sewing 101: Machine Sewing Basics FRI, JUN 27 • 3:30P

For this Sewing 101 class, we will be going over sewing machine operation and maintenance to get us familiar with the Brother HC 1850 sewing machines that the ECC has available for use.

Ages 12+.

3rd Annual Volunteer Fair SAT, JUN 28 • 12P

Join us for Craft Movie Night as we watch the movie Twisters, which follows a team of storm chasers tracking a tornado outbreak in Oklahoma. Get ready for an exciting experience as you create a 3D camera papercraft to display your favorite moments. Ages 14+.

Join us for the 3rd Annual Volunteer Fair! Visit booths from local nonprofits and learn how you and your family can volunteer in the community.

Paint & Pour

SAT, JUN 28 • 2P Create your own unique painting using recycled canvases and a rainbow of colors to create a creative collage.

ACPASS 101: Search Anderson County Court Records Online WED, JUN 25 • 5:30P

Learn to use this handy online lookup tool to search for Circuit, Probate, Family, Clerk of Court, and Summary court records.

Adventures in Cooking!

MON, JUN 30 - WED, JUL 2 • 12P Learn to cook this summer! Clemson Extension will be joining us for three days of cooking fun, where they'll teach teens delicious and fun snacks to make with air fryers, toaster ovens, and more.

What does our theme “Color Our World” mean to you?

We want your epic original stories and creative comics to be featured in our first annual anthology magazine Literarily Overdue!

Get your pens and paper ready and hit us with your best short story or comic for your chance to be one of the eight stories published.

Submit your entry starting May 31. Open to ages 12 and up.

See details at andersonlibrary.org/anthology-magazine-contest.

Registration Required • All Ages • Ages 0-5 • Ages 6-12 • Ages 8-12 • Ages 12-18 • Ages 18+ • Blended Ages Visit andersonlibrary.org/events to register for these programs.

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Belton Library

91 Breazeale St. • Belton, SC • (864) 338-8330

Over Easy Exercise

The Belton Bunco Bunch

Out to Win

Kelly Jo Barnwell brings her Over Easy Exercise for Senior Adults program to the Library. This program will aid your ability to keep moving and building your strength.

Bunco is a dice game where players take turns rolling three dice in an attempt to score points and have the highest score at the end of six rounds.

Play with fellow fans at this program.

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! Ages 12+

Walk With Ease

Wise Guys! STEM & STEAM TUE, APR 15 & MAY 20 • 1P

TUE, MAY 27 & JUN 24 • 2P

WED, APR 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 • 10:30A Join us to start working towards a healthy walking experience with the Arthritis Foundation’s free Walk with Ease program! Participants can work at their own pace to increase their physical activity.

Be a Wise Guy! Partake in challenging activities that will grow your mind each month.

MONDAYS & THURSDAYS • 12:30P

Card Sharks

TUE, APR 8, MAY 13, JUN 10 • 2P Shuffle the deck and get ready to deal!

Learn to play a variety of card games ranging from beginner to advanced in this monthly game meetup.

Law Talk: End of Life Issues THU, APR 10 • 4P

Learn about healthcare options such as power of attorney, wills, and other planning tools in this session.

MON, APR 14 & MAY 12 • 2P

Dots, Doubles, and Dominoes WED, APR 16, MAY 21, JUN 18 • 2P

Join us at this monthly program to play a round of dominoes with other community members.

Curious Crafters

THU, APR 17, MAY 15, JUN 19 • 2P Join us for a fun and relaxing craft time! Explore flower arranging in April, craft a recycled wind chime in May, and paint “wet paper art” in June.

Mixed Media Makers

WED, APR 23, MAY 28, JUN 25 • 1P Join us for our brand-new STEAM club!

Use art, in addition to STEM activities, in this hands-on program.

Lander Memorial Library

925 Greenville Dr. • Williamston, SC • (864) 847-5238

Chair Yoga

Crafters & Laughter

Follow along with videos from Registered Yoga Teacher and Rural Health and Nutrition Extension Agent, Ellie Lane.

Feeling crafty? Join us the first Monday of each month to create a unique craft! Try decoupage in April, create paper flowers in May, and craft a unique greeting card in June.

EVERY MON, WED, FRI • 11A

Think Outside the Box Thursday EVERY THURSDAY • 3:30P

Join us for Think Outside the Box Thursday! This fun and educational program is designed for ages 6-12. Visit our online calendar to find out what we’re doing this week!

Law Talk: End of Life Issues TUE, APR 1 • 6P

Learn about healthcare options such as power of attorney, wills, and other planning tools in this session.

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MON, APR 7, MAY 5, JUN 2 • 2P

MON, APR 28 & JUN 23 • 3P

Food Smarts: Summer Salads Clemson SNAP-ED brings nutritional information and great recipes to us in this informative program. This class will focus on summer salads.

Cooking Matters! for the Family

WED, JUN 11 • 11A | THU, JUN 19 • 5:30P Bring the kids and come learn some mad cooking skills. Laura Witt from Clemson SNAP-Ed will teach us how to cook together as a family.

Tiny Art and Boba Tea TUE, JUN 17 • 1P

Join us for a fun adventure! Create tiny art for our Tiny Art Show while enjoying delicious boba tea!

crafters welcome. a bi-monthly crafting meetup.

Board Game Afternoon FRI, APR 11 & JUN 13 • 2P

Introducing Board Game Afternoon!

The second Friday of every month from 2-4, we will meet for board games and fellowship.

every 1st and 3rd saturday jennie erwin library

318 n shirley ave, honea path, sc call (864) 369-7751 to learn more.

Registration Required • All Ages • Ages 0-5 • Ages 6-12 • Ages 8-12 • Ages 12-18 • Ages 18+ • Blended Ages Visit andersonlibrary.org/events to register for these programs.

Pendleton Library

650 S. Mechanic St. • Pendleton, SC • (864) 646-3045

LEGO® Club

EVERY 1ST & 3RD WEDNESDAY • 4P We provide the LEGO®, you provide the fun! Join our LEGO® Club to have fun and learn important skills.

Chair Yoga

EVERY WEDNESDAY • 11A

Teens, let's learn to cook this summer!

Laura from Clemson Extension will join us for some cooking fun, where she'll share recipes for delicious snacks to make using air fryers, toaster ovens, and more.

Ann Marie Pauley from ACSWCD will spill the tea on making tea with native plants! Learn what native plants are safe to make tea from, common methods of making tea, and the benefits and potential risks of herbal teas. Ages 12+.

TUE, APR 8, MAY 13, JUN 10 • 6P Stretch your creativity at our Pendleton Craft Studio! Create your own sketchbook in April, craft a funky hand puppet in May, and learn about paint pouring in June.

Growing Health TUE, APR 29 • 5P

Big Decisions Ahead: Parent/ Caregiver Information Night THU, APR 10, MAY 1, 29 • 6P | TUE, MAY 20 • 6P

Join AmeriCorps Healthy Futures as they lead an informal parents' night discussing how to work with teens on goal setting, mental health, decision making and more. Ages 12+.

This month, join AmeriCorps for an informational morning! Learn stress management and how to take care of your mental health at this engaging program. Ages 6 (and in 1st grade) - 12.

Do you have questions regarding wills, trusts, and financial planning? If you do, now is the time to ask a professional to get those answers.

TUE, APR 22 • 6P

WED, APR 23 • 4P

Pendleton Craft Studio

FRI, APR 11 • 11A

Cooking Tips & Tricks for Teens

Native Plant Tea

Follow along with videos from Registered Yoga Teacher and Rural Health and Nutrition Extension Agent, Ellie Lane.

Homeschool Enrichment: Healthy Futures

Law Talk: Wills, Trust, and Financial Planning

Join Clemson Cooperative Extension to explore the how, why, and what of home gardening. Participants will get a seedling ready for transplant, learn how to care for it, and watch a cooking demonstration to utilize their harvest.

Ages 12+.

Chapter Chasers: Book Bingo SAT, MAY 3 • 11A

Bring your recently read, couldn’t finish and TBR lists to share with fellow readers. Also, enjoy a few rounds of book bingo!

FRI, JUN 13, 20, 27 • 11A

Hunter's Store: History and Archives of the Pendleton District TUE, JUN 17 • 6P

Josh Johnson from the Agricultural Museum of South Carolina will explore Hunter’s Store and the Pendleton District local history, and discuss the archives and treasures still kept in the store for history buffs and genealogists to explore.

Nintendo Afternoon TUE, JUN 24 • 2P

Join us for a Nintendo-themed afternoon of video games, Perler beads, and snacks.

Please note: registration is required to reserve a Perler bead craft. Registration is not required to attend and play.

Chapter Chasers: Bookish Trivia!

SAT, JUN 7 • 11A

Bring your recently read, couldn’t finish and TBR lists to share with fellow readers. Also, enjoy a few rounds of bookish trivia!

Powdersville Library

4 Civic Court • Powdersville, SC • (864) 295-1190

Moms & Munchkins: Mother Support Group EVERY 3RD FRIDAY • 10:30A

Join your fellow moms at the Library and meet new friends, hear some great information from local experts and unwind with some hot tea.

Afternoon Fiber: Knitting and Crochet Club EVERY MONDAY • 2P

Get in some afternoon fiber art at the library! Any fiber artist is welcome, from knitting newbies to crocheting pros and everyone in between!

LEGO® Club

EVERY 2ND & 4TH THURSDAY • 4P We provide the LEGO®, you provide the fun! Join our LEGO® Club to have fun and learn important skills.

Do-It Tuesday

TUE, APR 1 & MAY 6 • 5P How creative can you be? Test out your skills at our Do-It Tuesday gettogether. Play with circuits in April and learn to code in May.

Big Decisions Ahead: Parent/ Caregiver Information Night

TUE, APR 8 • 6P | THU, APR 17 & MAY 15 • 6P Join AmeriCorps Healthy Futures as they lead an informal parents' night discussing how to work with teens on goal setting, mental health, decision making and more. Ages 12+.

Senior Spotlights

FRI, APR 11 & JUN 13 • 10A Enjoy complimentary coffee and breakfast snacks while learning about this month’s topic.

Registration Required • All Ages • Ages 0-5 • Ages 6-12 • Ages 8-12 • Ages 12-18 • Ages 18+ • Blended Ages Visit andersonlibrary.org/events to register for these programs.

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Powdersville Library

4 Civic Court • Powdersville, SC • (864) 295-1190

Create a Buddy Bank

Paint and Sip at the Library

TUE, APR 15 • 4P

TUE, MAY 13 • 6P

Learn about money and how to save it (in kid-friendly terms), while creating a “buddy bank” to take home.

Join us for a FREE paint and sip program at the Library! Learn the stepby-step process to paint a cactus scene. There will be non-alcoholic beverages available to drink during the program.

Celebrate Dia! Children's Day/Book Day SAT, APR 26 • 11A

El Dia de los Niños/Día de los Libros, or Children's Day/Book Day, is a celebration of children, families, and reading. Families can enjoy stories, arts and crafts and more in this fun, informative program.

Mom & Me Tea Party

Law Talk: Small Business THU, MAY 29 • 6:30P

Do you have questions regarding starting or running a small business? If you do, now is the time to ask a professional to get those answers.

Making Native Plant Tea

Cooking Tips & Tricks for Teens

TUE, MAY 20 • 5P

THU, JUN 5, 12, 26 • 11A

Ann Marie Pauley from ACSWCD will spill the tea on making tea with native plants! Learn what native plants are safe to make tea from, common methods of making tea, and the benefits and potential risks of herbal teas. Ages 12+.

Teens, let's learn to cook this summer!

Laura from Clemson Extension will join us for some cooking fun, where she'll share recipes for delicious snacks to make using air fryers, toaster ovens, and more.

SAT, MAY 10 • 10:30A

Join us for a mom & me tea party! We will have “tea,” crafts, a photo backdrop and more to help you celebrate an early Mother’s Day with your mother or mother-like figure.

Upcoming Computer Classes Get hands-on help with a variety of free computer and technology classes for teens and adults in these two-hour classes.

Registration is required and space is limited. Register in person, by phone, or online at andersonlibrary.org/events.

Apple iPad and iPhone Basics

THU, APR 3 • 3P | THU, MAY 22 • 10A MON, JUN 30 • 5:30P Learn to use your Apple iPad or iPhone more efficiently to do research, increase your productivity and entertain yourself!

Internet Basics

THU, APR 17 & MAY 15 • 3P THU, JUN 5 • 10A Learn to use Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge to perform simple searches and find websites.

Email Essentials

MON, APR 21 • 5:30P | SAT, JUN 7 • 3P

Get it Done With Google Tools

THU, APR 10 • 10A | THU, MAY 29 • 3P Learn how to email, create and manage documents, spreadsheets and slide presentations using the basic features of Gmail, Google Docs, Google Sheets and Google Slides.

Computer Basics

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Learn how to set up a free Yahoo or Google email account and send, receive, reply to, and forward messages.

Microsoft Word Basics

THU, APR 24 • 10A | THU, JUN 12 • 3P

Android Tablet and Phone Basics

MON, MAY 19 • 5:30P | THU, JUN 26 • 10A Learn to use your Android tablet or Android phone more efficiently to do research, increase your productivity and entertain yourself!

Microsoft Excel Basics MON, JUN 23 • 5:30P

Learn how to use Microsoft Excel to enter, edit and duplicate data. Insert formulas, format text, resize columns, create charts, rename, print and delete sheets.

Learn how to use Microsoft Word to format, manipulate, save, print, and share a text-based document.

SAT, APR 12 • 3P | SAT, MAY 10 • 11A MON, JUN 2 • 5:30P

Intermediate Microsoft Word

Learn about the various parts of a computer, the difference between hardware and software, what an operating system is, and how to use it.

Review the basic skills of Microsoft Word and learn more about how to format text and clip art.

MON, APR 28 & JUN 16 • 5:30P

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Need help with using a mouse, keyboarding, or just have questions about your phone? Book a one-on-one appointment with a librarian and get the help you need to succeed! Visit our website or call (864) 260-4500 for more details.

Registration Required • All Ages • Ages 0-5 • Ages 6-12 • Ages 8-12 • Ages 12-18 • Ages 18+ • Blended Ages Visit andersonlibrary.org/events to register for these programs.

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CALL FOR THIS IS 3 INCHES!

TINY ART! Calling all art enthusiasts! You’re invited to join our Tiny Art Show, where we challenge you to create a piece of unique art using a 3x3-inch canvas.

Step 1: Grab a tiny 3" x 3" canvas from your local library.

Step 2: Make some tiny art!

Step 3: Turn in your artwork by May 31 to be a part of our big Tiny Art Show!

Who can enter: The show is open to anyone with an Anderson County Library Card.* What can be entered? Any style of artwork that is original, your own work, and submitted on or attached to the provided 3" x 3" canvas with entry form can be entered. Submissions cannot contain graphic or adult content or obscene language. Entries that violate these rules will not be displayed. There is a limit of 2 entries per person.

When is artwork due? You can drop your artwork off at any Anderson County Library location, including the Bookmobile, during regular library hours between April 1 and May 31.

When is the show? Artwork submitted will be displayed at your local branch or the Main Library during June and through July 20. Artwork may be displayed on the Anderson County Library’s website or on any of the library’s social media platforms.

Can I get my artwork back after the show? Yes! You may pick up your artwork starting the first week of August. All artwork must be picked up before August 31.

Questions? Contact the Electric City Creative staff at 864-260-4500 x 162 or eccstaff@andersonlibrary.org. *If you do not have a library card, see your closest library location to apply for your free library card!

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t a s u t visi The Anderson County Library will be at the Anderson Soirée Friday, April 25 & Saturday, April 26! Find us at the corner of Benson and Main St. to take part in fun activities, such as: Strike a Pose!

Visit our “living art” photo booth. Grab some props, step into the frame and smile! All participants will get a free library bag while supplies last!

Color Our World!

Create your own ‘Tiny Art’ canvas or decorate a fun Soiree mask! Bonus: Get a sneak peek at our 2025 Summer Reading program ‘Color Our World’!

Friends Shop!

Learn about how you can support our Friends, and check out the brand-new Friends Shop. Also, purchase your very own summer reading shirt!

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LOCATIONS + HOURS Anderson Main Library 300 N. McDuffie St. • Anderson • (864) 260-4500 Mon-Thu: 9a-8p | Fri-Sat: 9a-6p | Sun: 2p-6p Belton Library 91 Breazeale St. • Belton • (864) 338-8330 Mon, Wed, Fri: 10a-6p | Tue, Thu: 10a-8p | Sat: 10a-2p Bookmobile bookmobile@andersonlibrary.org (864) 260-4500 ext. 176

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