= Registration required.
KIDS & TEENS
WEEKLY BABY & PRESCHOOL CLASSES
No classes Jun 30–Jul 4. Classes end Fri, Jul 25 and resume the week of Sep 2. Groups of 5 or more wishing to attend a preschool class must call to book a private class.
Bouncing Babies 1 mo–18 mos
Stories, rhymes, music, and bouncing games. Includes hands-on exploring and social development.
Tue, 10a, Five Forks, Meeting Rooms
Tue, 10a, Simpsonville
Wed, 10a, Travelers Rest
Thu, 11a, Main, Story Room
Thu, 11a, Pelham Road
Thu, 10a, Taylors
Mother Goose on the Loose 1 mo–24 mos
Nursery rhymes are used to create nurturing play experiences. Maximum of three children per adult caregiver.
Mon, 11a, Main, Story Room
Musical Jamboree 18 mos–4 yrs
Explore children’s literature through music, songs, creative movement, and instrument play.
Mon, 10a, Main, Story Room
Tue, 10a, Pelham Road
Wed, 10a, Five Forks, Meeting Rooms
Story Time ages 5 & under Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Mon, 10a, Five Forks, Meeting Rooms Mon, 10a, Mauldin
Mon, 10a, Travelers Rest
Tue, 10a, Berea
Tue, 10a, Greer, Meeting Room
Tue, 10a, Main, Story Room
Wed, 10a, Fountain Inn
Wed, 10a & 11a, Pelham Road
Thu, 10a, Augusta Road
Thu, 10a, Simpsonville Fri, 10a, Taylors
Toddler Tales 19+ mos
Stories, music, and movement.
Mon, 10a, Greer, Meeting Room
Thu, 10a, Main, Story Room
These classes use the Palmetto Basics to build kindergarten readiness. Visit greenvillelibrary.org/kids/kindergarten-readiness for more information.
Register at greenvillelibrary.org/events unless otherwise noted.
VIRTUAL ACTIVITIES
= Supply kits available while they last. Supply kits are generously underwritten by the Friends of the Greenville County Library System.
Request a supply kit at: greenvillelibrary.org/ kids-virtual-activities
JUNE
• Art Virtuosos: Dots + Kit ages 12 & under
JULY
• Art Virtuosos: Planets + Kit ages 12 & under
A free numbered ticket is required for admission to Summer Reading Special Events beginning June 6. Get a ticket no more than 90 minutes before the event. Limit one ticket per person. Adults must be accompanied by a child. Entry is not guaranteed. Occupancy limits set by fire marshal. No groups except where mentioned.
ANDERSON ROAD
Cards for Dads all ages Thu, Jun 12, 9:30a–8p (drop-in)
Create a Father’s Day card for someone special.
Galactic Paint by Number ages 5–12 Thu, Jun 12, 2p–2:45p
Follow along with this paint by number activity to create a space-inspired scene.
STEM Studies ages 5–12 Supplies provided.
Sinking Ship Challenge Mon, Jun 16, 2p–2:45p
Create a ship from aluminum foil and test how much weight it can hold before sinking.
Stomp Rockets Mon, Jul 21, 2p–2:45p
Build and test a simple rocket.
LEGO® Club ages 5–11
Thu, Jun 19 & Jul 17, 3:30p–4:15p
Put your creativity to the test with free building. Supplies provided.
Recipe for a Planet ages 9–14
Wed, Jul 9, 2p–2:45p
Build an edible model of Earth.
The Astronaut’s Pantry ages 12–18
Mon, Jun 2, 11a–11:45a
Explore the science behind freezedried foods and sample some.
AUGUSTA ROAD
Space Lander Challenge ages 9–14
Mon, Jun 2, 3p–3:45p
Design and build a model lander that will protect astronauts.
Story Time ages 5 & under Thu, Jun 5, 12, 19, 26 & Jul 10, 17, 24, 10a–10:30a
Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Engineering Design Challenge ages 9–14
Mon, Jul 14, 2p–3p
Learn about plants we eat and build a model of a safe place for them to grow.
BEREA
Story Time ages 5 & under Tue, Jun 3, 10, 17, 24 & Jul 8, 15, 22, 10a–10:30a
Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Space Lander Challenge ages 9–14
Wed, Jun 4, 3p–3:45p
Design and build a model lander that will protect astronauts.
Galactic Paint by Number ages 5–12 Fri, Jun 6, 2p–2:45p
Follow along with this paint by number activity to create a space-inspired scene.
= Registration required.
KIDS & TEENS
(BEREA continued)
Preschool Picassos ages 2–6
Enjoy a story and create an art project. Dress for mess.
Dots
Thu, Jun 12, 10a–10:45a
Planets
Thu, Jul 10, 10a–10:45a
Musical Jamboree
18 mos–4 yrs
Tue, Jun 17 & Jul 22 11a–11:45a
Block Party ages 2–6 Tue, Aug 12, 10a–10:45a
Build with blocks of different shapes and sizes.
Explore children’s literature through music, songs, creative movement, and instrument play.
Sensory Story Time ages 8 & under Fri, Jun 20 & Jul 25, 11a–11:45a Inclusive story time and playtime for children with sensory integration challenges. Email special needs or requests to child@greenvillelibrary.org.
Stay and Play! ages 2–6 Tue, Jun 24 & Jul 8, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in)
Build kindergarten readiness skills.
Mr. Puppet Comedy Show
ages 8 & under Tue, Jun 24, 3:30p–4p
Join us for ventriloquism, marionettes, and audience participation that will have you laughing out loud and screaming for joy.
Homeschool Hangout ages 6–12 Thu, Jun 26 & Jul 10, 11a–11:45a Games, crafts, and activities.
Comic & Cartoon Drawing Tips ages 6–16
Tue, Jul 8, 3:30p–4:15p
Join us for this drawing class presented by local artist J Chris Campbell. Bring paper or a sketchbook and a pencil with an eraser. Each participant will receive a drawing tips booklet.
Shrinky Dinks Science ages 11 & under Thu, Jul 24, 2p–3p (drop-in)
Create art from thin sheets of plastic that shrink when heated. While supplies last.
Robotic Adventure
ages 12-18
Learn basic coding with Ozobots.
Wed, Jun 18 • 3:45p–4:30p Berea
Wed, Jun 11 • 11a–12p Mauldin
Tue, Jun 10 • 2p–3p Pelham Road
FIVE FORKS
Story Time ages 5 & under
Mon, Jun 2, 9, 16 & Jul 7, 14, 21, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms
Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Bouncing Babies 1 mo–18 mos
Tue, Jun 3, 10, 17, 24 & Jul 8, 15, 22, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Room A Stories, rhymes, music, and bouncing games. Includes playtime for hands-on exploring and social development.
Musical Jamboree 18 mos–4 yrs
Wed, Jun 4, 11, 18, 25 & Jul 16, 23, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms
Explore children’s literature through music, songs, creative movement, and instrument play.
Galactic Paint by Number ages 5–12
Wed, Jun 4, 2:30p–3:15p, Story Room
Follow along with this paint by number activity to create a space-inspired scene.
Greenville Zoo: Herpetology Expedition school age
Mon, Jun 9, 2p–2:30p & 3:30p–4p, Meeting Rooms
Dive deep into the incredible adaptations of amphibians and reptiles. Meet a couple of live animals too!
Register at greenvillelibrary.org/events unless otherwise noted.
Afternoon Adventures ages 12 & under
Join us for a quick craft, coloring, and games.
Space Tue, Jun 10, 3p–3:45p (drop-in), Story Room
Beach Tue, Jul 8, 3p–3:45p (drop-in), Story Room
Cards for Dads all ages Thu, Jun 12, 9:30a–8p (drop-in), Children’s Area
Create a Father’s Day card for someone special.
Stay and Play! ages 2–6 Mon, Jun 16 & Jul 21, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in), Meeting Rooms
Build kindergarten readiness skills.
B-RAD: The Kids Magician school age Thu, Jun 19, 2p–2:30p & 3:30p–4p, Meeting Rooms
Audience participation, amazing magic tricks, and sidesplitting comedy are combined into a fantastically fun show!
Mr. Puppet Comedy Show ages 8 & under Mon, Jun 23, 10a–10:30a & 11a–11:30a, Meeting Rooms Join us for ventriloquism, marionettes, and audience participation that will have you laughing out loud and screaming for joy.
Build It ages 4–12 Tue, Jun 24 & Jul 22, 2:30p–3:15p, Meeting Rooms Supplies provided.
Family Craft Night all ages Supplies are limited.
Summer Under the Stars Thu, Jun 26 & Jul 24, 5p–7p (drop-in), Meeting Rooms Space and summer-inspired crafts.
Mystery Crafts Thu, Aug 21, 5p–7p (drop-in), Meeting Rooms Favorite crafts from the past are returning! Open your kit and discover which one you received.
Lollipops Concert: There Was a Party for Langston best for ages 3–8 Wed, Jul 9, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms
Story-based performance featuring Greenville Symphony Orchestra and Traysie Amick of the S.C. Children’s Theatre.
Solar System BINGO ages 6–12 Thu, Jul 10, 2:30p–3:15p, Story Room
Play spaced-themed BINGO for a chance to win a prize.
Children’s Writing Workshop ages 9–14 Thu, Jul 10, 2:30p–4p, Meeting Rooms
Join author Lis Anna-Langston for a high-energy writing workshop. Her books for middle grade readers will be available for purchase.
LEGO® Tournament ages 6–14 Fri, Jul 11, 10a–11a, Meeting Rooms
Put your building skills to the test! Each tournament consists of three rounds with different themes and time limits. Participants will receive an email with more details prior to the tournament. Individuals may only enter one tournament.
Ukulele Beginner’s Class ages 6–12 Mon, Jul 14, 3p–3:45p, Meeting Rooms
Enjoy a group lesson with a professional instructor. Bring your own instrument. For ukulele basics, watch the video series on our website before attending class.
Under the Stars Party ages 2–6 Thu, Jul 17, 10:30a–11:30a, Meeting Rooms
Stories, games, and crafts.
Comic & Cartoon Drawing Tips ages 6–16
Thu, Jul 17, 3:30p–4:15p, Meeting Rooms
Join us for this drawing class presented by local artist J Chris Campbell. Bring paper or a sketchbook and a pencil with an eraser. Each participant will receive a drawing tips booklet.
= Registration required.
KIDS & TEENS
Bouncing Babies Playdate
1 mo–18 mos
Tue, Aug 26, 10a–10:45a, Meeting Room A Hands-on playtime and book sharing.
Block Party ages 2–6 Wed, Aug 27, 10a–10:45a, Meeting Rooms
Build with blocks of different shapes and sizes.
Sandy Pickleball Tournament ages 12–18 Thu, Jun 12, 11a–12p, Outside Play a variety of lawn games. Teams of two required to enter the Pickleball tournament. Event will be held in the Meeting Room in the case of rain.
Interactive Movie: Wicked (Sing-A-Long) PG ages 12–18 Fri, Jun 20, 10a–1p, Meeting Room A Watch the movie, sing, and make a craft. Snacks provided.
FOUNTAIN INN
Story Time ages 5 & under Wed, Jun 4, 11, 18, 25 & Jul 9, 16, 10a–10:30a Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Stay and Play! ages 2–6 Wed, Jun 4 & Jul 9, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in) Build kindergarten readiness skills.
Sidewalk Chalk ages 2–6 Wed, Jun 18, 10:30a–11a Event will be canceled in the case of rain.
Galactic Paint by Number ages 5–12 Wed, Jun 18, 3p–3:45p Follow along with this paint by number activity to create a space-inspired scene.
Mr. Puppet Comedy Show ages 8 & under Wed, Jun 25, 3:30p–4p Join us for ventriloquism, marionettes, and audience participation that will have you laughing out loud and screaming for joy.
Pokémon Terrarium ages 9–14 Thu, Jun 26, 11a–11:45a
Make a tiny terrarium and decorate it with Pokémon miniatures. Supplies provided.
Bag Charms ages 5–12
Wed, Jul 16, 3p–3:45p Make a beaded charm for your backpack or bag.
Bubble Party ages 11 & under Wed, Jul 23, 10a–11a, Outside In the case of rain, event will be held indoors.
Sun Print Art ages 12–18
Mon, Jun 9, 2p–2:45p
Create images using sunlight and light-sensitive paper.
Balloon Splatter Painting ages 12–18 Thu, Jul 24, 11a–11:45a, Outside Throw plastic darts at paint-filled balloons to create abstract art. Wear clothes that can get messy. Event canceled in the case of rain.
GREER
Toddler Tales 19+ mos
Mon, Jun 2, 9, 16, 23 & Jul 7, 14, 21, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Room
Stories, music, and movement.
Story Time ages 5 & under
Tue, Jun 3, 10, 17, 24 & Jul 8, 15, 22, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Room
Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Greenville Zoo: Herpetology Expedition school age
Tue, Jun 10, 3:30p–4p, Meeting Room
Dive deep into the incredible adaptations of amphibians and reptiles. Meet a couple of live animals too!
Stay and Play! ages 2–6
Tue, Jun 17 & Jul 15, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in), Meeting Room
Build kindergarten readiness skills.
Register at greenvillelibrary.org/events unless otherwise noted.
B-RAD: The Kids Magician school age Tue, Jun 17, 3:30p–4p, Meeting Room
Audience participation, amazing magic tricks, and sidesplitting comedy are combined into a fantastically fun show!
Preschool Picassos ages 2–6
Enjoy a story and create an art project. Dress for mess.
Dots
Wed, Jun 18, 10a–10:45a, Meeting Room
Planets
Wed, Jul 16, 10a–10:45a, Meeting Room
Sidewalk Chalk ages 2–6 Tue, Jun 24, 10:30a–11a, Outside Event will be held in the Meeting Room in the case of rain.
Aurora Chalk Art ages 9–14 Thu, Jun 26, 2p–2:45p, Meeting Room Create art inspired by the Northern Lights.
Comic & Cartoon Drawing Tips
ages 6–16 Tue, Jul 15, 3:30p–4:15p, Meeting Room
Join us for this drawing class presented by local artist J Chris Campbell. Bring paper or a sketchbook and a pencil with an eraser. Each participant will receive a drawing tips booklet.
Sun Print Art ages 12–18 Wed, Jun 11, 2p–2:45p, Program Room
Create images using sunlight and light-sensitive paper.
Cosmic Art ages 12–18 Thu, Jul 17, 2p–2:45p, Program Room
Create art while learning to recognize features of solar system objects.
Tie Dye ages 12–18 Fri, Jul 25, 11a–11:45a, Outside
Bring a white cotton item to turn into a colorful masterpiece. Wear clothes that can get messy. Event will be held indoors in the case of rain.
MAIN
Musical Jamboree 18 mos–4 yrs Mon, Jun 2, 9, 16, 23 & Jul 14, 21, 10a–10:30a, Story Room
Explore children’s literature through music, songs, creative movement, and instrument play.
Mother Goose on the Loose 1 mo–24 mos
Mon, Jun 2, 9, 16, 23 & Jul 7, 14, 21, 11a–11:30a, Story Room
Nursery rhymes are used to create nurturing play experiences. Maximum of three children per adult caregiver.
Story Time ages 5 & under Tue, Jun 3, 10, 17 & Jul 8, 15, 22, 10a–10:30a, Story Room Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Bag Charms ages 5–12 Tue, Jun 3, 3p–3:45p, Story Room Make a beaded charm for your backpack or bag.
Preschool Picassos ages 2–6 Enjoy a story and create an art project. Dress for mess.
Dots
Wed, Jun 4, 10:30a–11:15a, Story Room
Planets Wed, Jul 9, 10:30a–11:15a, Story Room
Toddler Tales 19+ mos
Thu, Jun 5, 12, 19, 26 & Jul 10, 17, 24, 10a–10:30a, Story Room Stories, music, and movement.
Bouncing Babies 1 mo–18 mos Thu, Jun 5, 12, 19, 26 & Jul 10, 17, 24, 11a–11:30a, Story Room Stories, rhymes, music, and bouncing games. Includes hands-on exploring and social development.
= Registration required.
KIDS & TEENS
Comic & Cartoon Drawing Tips ages 6–16
Mon, Jul 7, 3:30p–4:15p
Join us for this drawing class presented by local artist J Chris Campbell. Bring paper or a sketchbook and a pencil with an eraser. Each participant will receive a drawing tips booklet.
Recipe for a Planet ages 9–14 Wed, Jul 16, 11a–11:45a Build an edible model of Earth.
Robotic Adventure ages 12–18 Wed, Jun 11, 11a–12p
Learn basic coding with Ozobots.
Sun Print Art ages 12–18
Wed, Jun 18, 2p–2:45p
Create images using sunlight and light-sensitive paper.
Tie Dye ages 12–18
Wed, Jul 23, 2p–2:45p, Outside Bring a white cotton item to turn into a colorful masterpiece. Wear clothes that can get messy. Event will be held indoors in the case of rain.
PELHAM ROAD
Musical Jamboree 18 mos–4 yrs
Tue, Jun 3, 10, 17, 24 & Jul 8, 15, 10a–10:30a
Explore children’s literature through music, songs, creative movement, and instrument play.
Story Time ages 5 & under Wed, Jun 4, 11, 18 & Jul 9, 16, 23, 10a–10:30a & 11a–11:30a Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Bouncing Babies 1 mo–18 mos Thu, Jun 5, 12, 19, 26 & Jul 10, 17, 24, 11a–11:30a Stories, rhymes, music, and bouncing games. Includes playtime for hands-on exploring and social development.
Stay and Play! ages 2–6
Tue, Jun 10 & Jul 8, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in) Build kindergarten readiness skills.
Cards for Dads all ages
Thu, Jun 12, 9:30a–8p (drop-in), Children’s Area
Create a Father’s Day card for someone special.
Galactic Paint by Number ages 5–12
Wed, Jun 18, 2p–2:45p
Follow along with this paint by number activity to create a space-inspired scene.
Pokémon Terrarium ages 9–14
Mon, Jun 23, 11a–11:45a
Make a tiny terrarium and decorate it with Pokémon miniatures. Supplies provided.
LEGO® Club ages 5–11
Mon, Jun 23 & Jul 28, 2p–2:45p Supplies provided.
Mr. Puppet Comedy Show ages 8 & under Wed, Jun 25, 10a–10:30a & 11a–11:30a
Join us for ventriloquism, marionettes, and audience participation that will have you laughing out loud and screaming for joy.
STEM Studies ages 5–12
Supplies provided.
Sinking Ship Challenge
Wed, Jun 25, 2p–2:45p
Create a ship from aluminum foil and test how much weight it can hold before sinking.
Stomp Rockets
Wed, Jul 23, 2p–2:45p
Build and test a simple rocket.
LEGO® Tournament ages 6–12
Mon, Jul 7, 2p–3p
Put your building skills to the test! Each tournament consists of three rounds with different themes and time limits. Participants will receive an email with more details prior to the tournament. Individuals may only enter one tournament.
Comic & Cartoon Drawing Tips ages 6–16
Wed, Jul 9, 3:30p–4:15p
Join us for this drawing class presented by local artist J Chris
Register at greenvillelibrary.org/events unless otherwise noted.
Campbell. Bring paper or a sketchbook and a pencil with an eraser. Each participant will receive a drawing tips booklet.
Bubble Party ages 11 & under Tue, Jul 22, 10a–11a, Outside In the case of rain, event will be held indoors.
Musical Jamboree Playdate ages 5 & under Tue, Jul 29, 10a–10:30a Books, music, toys, and socialization.
Story Time Playdate ages 5 & under Wed, Jul 30, 10a–10:30a Books, toys, and socialization.
Bouncing Babies Playdate 1 mo–18 mos Thu, Jul 31, 11a–11:30a Books, toys, and socialization.
Robotic Adventure ages 12–18 Tue, Jun 10, 2p–3p Learn basic coding with Ozobots.
Cosmic Art ages 12–18 Mon, Jul 7, 11a–11:45a Create art while learning to recognize features of solar system objects.
Tie Dye ages 12–18 Thu, Jul 24, 3p–3:45p, Outside Bring a white cotton item to turn into a colorful masterpiece. Wear clothes that can get messy. Event will be held indoors in the case of rain.
SIMPSONVILLE
Bouncing Babies 1 mo–18 mos Tue, Jun 3, 10, 17, 24 & Jul 8, 15, 22, 10a–10:30a Stories, rhymes, music, and bouncing games. Includes playtime for hands-on exploring and social development.
Story Time ages 5 & under Thu, Jun 5, 12, 19 & Jul 10, 17, 24, 10a–10:30a Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Stay and Play! ages 2–6 Thu, Jun 5 & Jul 10, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in)
Build kindergarten readiness skills.
LEGO® Club ages 5–11 Tue, Jun 10 & Jul 8, 3p–3:45p
Put your creativity to the test with free building. Supplies provided.
Cards for Dads all ages Thu, Jun 12, 9:30a–8p (drop-in) Create a Father’s Day card for someone special.
Galactic Glow Party ages 11 & under Thu, Jun 12, 3p–4p Glow-in-the-dark games, crafts, and activities.
Aurora Chalk Art ages 9–14 Mon, Jun 23, 2p–2:45p Create art inspired by the Northern Lights.
Mr. Puppet Comedy Show ages 8 & under Thu, Jun 26, 10a–10:30a & 11a–11:30a Join us for ventriloquism, marionettes, and audience participation that will have you laughing out loud and screaming for joy.
ages 12–18
Explore the science behind freeze-dried foods and sample some. Mon, Jun 2, 11a–11:45a, Anderson Road Wed, Jun 4, 11a–11:45a, Simpsonville Thu, Jun 5, 3:30p–4:15p, Travelers Rest
= Registration required.
ADULTS
All events in the adult section have been designed for attendees 18 & up. Minors attending adult events must be accompanied by an adult. Additional age limits have been added to events where the presence of minors is not permitted.
ANDERSON ROAD
Community Craft Supply Swap Sat, Jun 14, 1p–3p (drop-in)
Bring your unwanted craft supplies to swap with a neighbor. Drop off supplies beginning Jun 9.
Needle Felting 102: Adding Details ages 18+ Sat, Jun 21, 10a–11a
Summiting the Solar System: Trip to Pluto Tue, Jun 24, 6:30p-7:30p Presentation by NASA Ambassador David Leaphart.
Crafting Coasters Sat, Jul 12, 11a–1p
English/Spanish Language Exchange ages 18+ Thu, Jul 17 & Aug 21, 6p–7:30p Practice your English and Spanish with native speakers.
Needle Felting 103: Let's Make an Animal! ages 18+ Sat, Jul 19, 10a–11a
Paint a Plate ages 18+ Tue, Aug 5, 2p–3:30p
Book Club ages 18+
Maame by Jessica George (fiction)
Wed, Aug 20, 6p–7:30p
AUGUSTA ROAD
Bank On Your Success: Budgeting, Savings, and Credit Tue, Jun 3, 6p–7p Presentation by Truist Financial Inclusion Leader Miranda Teague.
History of the Donut Fri, Jun 6, 1p–2p
Celebrate National Donut Day with a presentation and tasting from Duck Donuts!
Eyes Open Entrepreneurs Workshop
Sat, Jun 7, 9:30a–11:30a
Presentation by local author and entrepreneur Anya Ware, LPC.
Make Your Own Cat Castle Sat, Jun 7, 2p–4p
Designing Zines ages 18+
Tue, Jun 10, 6p–8p
Discover zines (short for fanzine or magazine) and make your own mini version.
Protecting the Reedy River
Wed, Jun 11, 6:30p–7:30p
Presentation by the Friends of the Reedy River.
Greenville Go Club
Sat, Jun 14, 21, 28, Jul 12, 19, 26 & Aug 9, 16, 23, 2p–5p
Join the Greenville Go Club to learn about and play the ancient strategy board game of Go (Baduk). Boards and pieces provided, but feel free to bring your own. All skill levels welcome.
Bank On Your Success:
Becoming a Homeowner
Tue, Jun 17, 6p–7p
Presentation by Truist Financial Inclusion Leader Miranda Teague.
Creating Goat Milk Soap
Wed, Jun 18, 6p–7:30p
Presentation and demonstration by Teri Pryor of Braymore Farm.
Scrabble Tournament
Thu, Jun 19, 6:30p–8p
Thu, Jul 10, 6p-7:30p
Compete to win a free book provided by the Friends of the Library System.
Visible Mending ages 18+
Sat, Jun 21, 10:30a–12p
Extend the life of your favorite garments and embrace a more sustainable approach to fashion. Participants are encouraged to bring their own item to mend.
Register at greenvillelibrary.org/events unless otherwise noted.
Preparing for a Small Business Loan Tue, Jun 24, 10a–12p Presentation by the Small Business Administration.
Bank On Your Success: Business Finance Basics Tue, Jul 1, 6p–7p Presentation by Truist Financial Inclusion Leader Miranda Teague.
Unraveled Tue, Jul 8 & Aug 5, 6p–8p
Work on personal projects and share ideas with fellow fiber art enthusiasts.
Beginner Crochet ages 18+ Sat, Jul 12, 9a–12:30p
Bank On Your Success: It's Not Personal, It's Business Tue, Jul 15, 6p–7p Presentation by Truist Financial Inclusion Leader Miranda Teague.
Diamond Painting Magnets Sat, Jul 19, 10a–11:30a
Create a custom magnet using a mosaic method that is a cross between paint by number and cross stitch.
Bank On Your Success: Borrowing for Small Businesses Tue, Jul 29, 6p–7p Presentation by Truist Financial Inclusion Leader Miranda Teague.
Milk Bath Soak Sat, Aug 16, 10a–11:30a
Asteroid Threat to Earth Tue, Aug 19, 6p–7:30p
Presentation by NASA Ambassador David Leaphart.
Enter the Dragon's Lair Sat, Aug 23, 2p–4p
Join fellow fantasy fans to create dragon-inspired crafts, test your knowledge, and discover new fantastic tales.
The Starry Night Study ages 18+ Tue, Jun 24, 6p–7:30p
Star Signs & Sketches ages 18+ Tue, Jul 22, 6p–7:30p
Vintage Stamp Art ages 18+ Sat, Aug 2, 2p–4p
Mythical Creatures ages 18+ Tue, Aug 26, 6p–7:30p
BEREA
Native Plants for Your Home Garden
Thu, Jun 5, 6:30p–7:30p Presentation by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
Technology Qs and As Tue, Jun 10, 6p–7p Get answers to common questions about using computers, smartphones, and the internet. Attendees will be asked to submit questions prior to the event.
Coloring Café Thu, Jun 12 & Jul 17, 6:30p–7:30p Color while enjoying a cuppa. Coloring supplies provided or bring your own.
Greeting Card Creations Sat, Jun 21, 3p–4p
Intro to Ancestry.com Thu, Jun 26, 4p–5p
Growing Lavender Wed, Jul 16, 6p–7p Presentation by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
Beneficial Garden Insects Tue, Jul 22, 7p–8p Presentation by the Greenville Co. Soil & Water Conservation District.
ADULTS
(FIVE FORKS continued)
Application for U.S. Citizenship
Thu, Aug 21, 6:30p–8p, Collaboration Space Program conducted in English.
Therapeutic Yoga
Fri, Aug 22, 11:30a–12:30p, Meeting Room A
Follow certified 500-Hour Yoga Instructor Ann Minard through poses and breathing exercises to combat stiffness, decrease pain, and increase range of motion. Bring a mat, thick large towel, or small blanket.
FOUNTAIN INN
Book Club ages 18+
Wild Love by Elsie Silver (fiction)
Thu, Jun 5, 6:30p–7:30p
The Lion Women of Tehran by Marjan Kamali (fiction) Fri, Jun 27, 3:30p–4:30p
Puck and Prejudice by Lia Riley (fiction) Thu, Jul 10, 6:30p–7:30p
James by Percival Everett (fiction) Fri, Jul 25, 3:30p–4:30p
Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett (fiction) Thu, Aug 7, 6:30p–7:30p
The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon (fiction) Fri, Aug 22, 3:30p–4:30p
Intermediate Knitting: Mosaic Colorwork ages 18+
Fri, Jun 6, 3:30p–5p Participants are expected to know how to cast on, knit, purl, and cast off.
Unraveled ages 18+
Tue, Jun 10, Jul 8 & Aug 12, 3p–5p Sat, Jun 28, Jul 26 & Aug 30, 10a–12p
Work on personal projects and share ideas with fellow fiber art enthusiasts.
Beginner Knitting: Part One
ages 18+
Thu, Jun 12, 3p–4:30p Tue, Jul 15, 5p–6:30p
Beginner Crochet ages 18+
Sat, Jun 14 & Jul 12, 10a–11:30a
Fri, Jun 20, 11a–12:30p
Fri, Jul 18, 10a–11:30a
Beginner Knitting: Part Two
ages 18+
Thu, Jun 19, 3p–4:30p
Tue, Jul 22, 5p–6:30p
Build on skills learned in Part One.
Beginner Knitting Project ages 18+
Mon, Jun 23, 6p–7:30p
Tue, Jul 29, 5p–6:30p Practice newly learned skills with a simple pattern. Yarn provided.
Embroidery Basics
Mon, Jun 30, 3p–4:30p
Beginner Embroidered Landscape
Mon, Jul 7, 6p–7:30p
Community Hobby Swap
Sat, Jul 19, 11a–1p (drop-in)
Bring your unwanted hobby or craft supplies to swap with a neighbor.
Plants & Gardening
Plant Swap & Seed Library Pop-Up Sat, Jun 21, 11a–1p, (drop-in) Fountain Inn
Bring in your unwanted plants or cuttings to exchange with a neighbor.
Shear Madness
Tue, Jun 17, 1p–2p, Fountain Inn Presentation by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
Gardens Under Glass Mon, Aug 4, 3p–4p, Fountain Inn Presentation by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
= Registration required.
Register at greenvillelibrary.org/events unless otherwise noted.
Protecting the Pollinators
Tue, Jul 22, 2p–3p
Presentation by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
Watercolor Landscapes Mon, Jul 28, 5:30p–7p
Collecting History: A Community Archiving Event Thu, Jul 31, 10a–1p (drop-in)
Do you have photos or memories of organizations, businesses, schools, churches, families, or neighborhoods in the Fountain Inn area? Help preserve local history by bringing your photos and other items for scanning, or capture your memories of life in the area by having your oral history recorded.
Color Block Painting Tue, Aug 5, 6p–7p
Intermediate Knitting: Intarsia Colorwork ages 18+ Fri, Aug 8, 3:30p–5p Participants are expected to know how to cast on, knit, purl, and cast off.
Community Book Swap Sat, Aug 9, 11a–1p (drop-in) Bring your gently used books to swap with a neighbor.
Origami Flowers Fri, Aug 15, 3p–4p
Crochet Project: Granny Squares ages 18+ Sat, Aug 16, 11a–1p
Watercolor Bookmarks Mon, Aug 18, 5p–6:30p
GREER
Unraveled ages 18+ Thu, Jun 12, 26, Jul 10, 24 & Aug 14, 28, 9:30a–11:30a, Meeting Room Work on personal projects and share ideas with fellow fiber art enthusiasts.
Manualidades y Charlas ages 18+ Tue, Jun 17, Jul 15 & Aug 19, 6p–7p, Program Room Trae tu tejido, pintura, bordado o cualquier pasatiempo que tengas o prueba uno nuevo. Pasa un momento agradable charlando con otros mientras trabajas en tu proyecto.
Game & Puzzle Swap Sat, Jun 21 & Aug 2, 3p–4p (drop-in), Meeting Room Bring your unwanted games and puzzles to swap with a neighbor.
Technology Qs and As Tue, Jun 24, 6:30p–7:30p, Program Room Thu, Jul 17, 10a–11a, Program Room Sat, Aug 23, 2p–3p, Program Room Get answers to common questions about using computers, smartphones, and the internet. Attendees will be asked to submit questions prior to the event.
Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament Sat, Jul 12, 3p–5p, Meeting Room Compete in teams of four to complete a 500-piece puzzle.
Intro to Small Business Funding Tue, Aug 5, 10a–12p, Meeting Room Presentation by the Small Business Administration.
Financials 101 Tue, Aug 12, 10a–12p, Meeting Room Presentation by the Small Business Administration.
MAIN
Origami for Beginners Tue, Jun 3, 6p–7p, Meeting Room B
Reliving the Revolution: War in the South Carolina Backcountry Wed, Jun 4, 7p–8p, Meeting Rooms Presentation by historian and battlefield preservationist Durant Ashmore.
Explore Greenville's Historic Images
Thu, Jun 5, 6p–7:30p, Training Lab
Collaging: Getting Started Wed, Jun 11, 6p–7:30p, Meeting Room A
Small Business Resources ages 18+ Tue, Jun 17, 6p–7p, Training Lab
= Registration required.
ADULTS
Technology Qs and As
Wed, Jun 18, 10:30a–12:30p, Training Lab
Wed, Aug 27, 5:30p–7:30p, Training Lab
Get answers to common questions about using computers, smartphones, and the internet. Attendees will be asked to submit questions prior to the event.
Chair Yoga ages 18+
Wed, Jun 18 & Aug 13, 3:30p–4:30p, Meeting Rooms A&B
Join certified 500-Hour Yoga Instructor Ann Minard for an introductory class suited for beginners, seniors, and those with limited mobility.
Writers Round Table ages 18+
Thu, Jun 19, Jul 31 & Aug 21, 7p–8:30p, Meeting Room A
History's Hidden Gems
Discover Greenville's history as told through items in the South Carolina Room collection.
Diaries
Wed, Jun 25, 7p–8p, Meeting Room A
Letters & Postcards
Wed, Jul 30, 7p–8p, Meeting Room A
Photo Albums & Scrapbooks
Wed, Aug 27, 7p–8p, Meeting Room A
Is There Life Out There?
Thu, Jun 26, 6:30p–7:30p, Meeting Rooms
Presentation by NASA Ambassador David Leaphart.
Still Life Studio
Wed, Jul 2, 6p–8p, Meeting Rooms B&C
Use the supplies provided or bring your own to practice drawing or painting. All skill levels welcome.
Collaging: Colors & Textures
Wed, Jul 9, 6p–8p, Meeting Room A
Cool Tips for Hot Gardens
Thu, Jul 10, 6:30p–7:30p, Meeting Rooms
Presentation by Basil & Beet Garden Consultant Paige Gault.
Genealogy Drop-In
Tue, Jul 15, 4p–5p, Training Lab
Ask questions and learn about the library's genealogy resources in this Q&A session.
Grown-Up Gaming
Tue, Jul 15 & Aug 19, 6p–8p, Meeting Room A
Play modern tabletop board games with fellow fans.
Demystifying Artificial
Intelligence
Tue, Jul 15, 6:30p–7:30p, Training Lab
Paint Chip Mosaics ages 18+
Tue, Jul 22, 6p–7:30p, Meeting Room A
A History of the European Alphabet
Wed, Jul 23, 7p–8p, Meeting Room A Presentation by Edwina Shannon of the Upstate Lettering Arts Guild.
Astrology for Beginners
Tue, Jul 29, 6p–7p, Meeting Room A
Business Finance Basics
Tue, Aug 5, 6p–7p, Meeting Rooms
Presentation by Truist Financial Inclusion Leader Miranda Teague.
Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament
Wed, Aug 6, 6:30p–8:30p, Meeting Rooms
Compete in teams of four to complete a 500-piece puzzle!
Finding Grants ages 18+ Tue, Aug 12, 6p–7p, Training Lab
Collaging: Shapes & Patterns
Thu, Aug 14, 6p–7:30p, Meeting Room A
Getting Ready for Fall from the Outside In Wed, Aug 20, 6:30p–7:30p, Meeting Rooms Presentation by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
Register at greenvillelibrary.org/events unless otherwise noted.
Contour Drawing ages 18+ Tue, Aug 26, 6p–7p, Meeting Room A
Southern Author Trivia Thu, Aug 28, 7p–8:30p, Meeting Rooms
Test your knowledge of Southern literature. Bring your friends or register solo and be added to a team.
Pub Trivia ages 21+
Tue, Jun 3, Jul 1 & Aug 5, 7p–8:30p Other Lands, 731 Rutherford Rd, Greenville
Test your knowledge, and see if you can win!
Photo Walk
Thu, Jun 5, 4:30p–5:30p Falls Park, 601 S. Main St, Greenville
Bring your camera and explore Falls Park through the lens of a photographer. Meet next to the water fountain by Spill the Beans.
Literary Book Bingo ages 18+ Wed, Jun 11, Jul 9 & Aug 13, 5:30p–7p
M. Judson Booksellers, 130 S. Main St, Greenville
Test your literary knowledge with book and author trivia in bingo format. Win prizes!
Book Tasting
Wed, Jun 11 & Aug 27, 7p–8p Coffee Underground, 1 E. Coffee St, Greenville Grab a drink and give a new book a taste. Library books will be available to check out on-site.
Book Club ages 18+
Thu, Jun 19, 10:30a–11:30a Other Lands, 731 Rutherford Rd, Greenville
Read either Crippen by John Boyne (fiction) or Thunderstruck by Erik Larson (nonfiction).
Wed, Jun 25, 6p–7:30p
Bar Margaret, 1269 Pendleton St, Greenville
The Bones Beneath My Skin by T.J. Klune (fiction)
Thu, Jul 17, 10:30a–11:30a Other Lands, 731 Rutherford Rd, Greenville
Read either Great Circle by Maggie Shipstead (fiction) or Fly Girls: How Five Daring Women Defied All Odds and Made Aviation History by Keith O'Brien (nonfiction).
Wed, Jul 30, 6p–7:30p
Bar Margaret, 1269 Pendleton St, Greenville
Don't Want You Like a Best Friend by Emma R. Alban (fiction)
Thu, Aug 21, 10:30a–11:30a Other Lands, 731 Rutherford Rd, Greenville
Read either The Christie Affair by Nina de Gramont (fiction) or The Murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie (fiction).
Wed, Aug 27, 6p–7:30p
Bar Margaret, 1269 Pendleton St, Greenville
Can't Spell Treason Without Tea by Rebecca Thorne (fiction)
= Registration required.
ADULTS
MAULDIN
Financial Planning Basics
Wed, Jun 11, Jul 16 & Aug 20, 6:30p–7:30p
Presentation by Andrea Spalding, Division Leader with Primerica Financial Services.
Miniature Beach Scene: Part One ages 18+ Sat, Jun 14, 10a–12p
Gardens Under Glass
Tue, Jun 17, 3p–4p Presentation by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
Beginner Crochet ages 18+
Thu, Jun 19, 6:30p–7:30p Wed, Jul 9, 11a–12p Tue, Aug 26, 2:30p–3:30p
Kindness Rocks
Thu, Jun 26, 6:30p–7:30p Use creativity to spread kindness with rock painting. Supplies provided or bring your own.
Miniature Beach Scene:
Part Two ages 18+ Sat, Jul 12, 10a–12p Finish the project you started in Part One.
Coping Skills and Emotional Regulation
Sat, Jul 26, 11a–12p
Presentation by Dawn-Marie FarrellSmith, LPC, owner of Valley-High Counseling.
Create Your Own Wind Chimes ages 18+ Thu, Jul 31, 6:30p–7:30p
Seahorse Paper Lanterns ages 18+
Thu, Aug 14, 6:30p–7:30p
Preparing for Publication
Sat, Aug 16, 10:30a–12p Presentation by local author and editor Pam Zollman.
Fall Vegetable Gardening
Mon, Aug 18, 6:30p–7:30p Presentation by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
Face Yoga ages 18+ Tue, Aug 19, 6:30p–7:30p
Learn exercises, massage techniques, and how they help with stress relief. Led by local yoga practitioner, Rachel Staigar.
PELHAM ROAD
Chair Yoga ages 18+ Fri, Jun 6, 11a–12p
Join certified 500-Hour Yoga Instructor Ann Minard for an introductory class suited for beginners, seniors, and those with limited mobility.
Pressed Flower Decoupage Lanterns Sat, Jun 7, 10:30a–12p
Cool Tips for Hot Gardens Thu, Jun 12, 6:30p–8p Presentation by Basil & Beet Garden Consultant Paige Gault.
Internet Safety Fri, Jun 13, 10:30a–11:30a
Jeweled Cork Keychains Sat, Jun 14, 10:30a–12p
Book Club ages 18+
The Magician's Daughter by H.G. Parry (fiction) Mon, Jun 16, 6:30p–7:30p
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot (nonfiction) Tue, Jun 17, 2p–3p
Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid (fiction) Tue, Jun 24, 6:30p–7:30p
The Year of Magical Thinking by Joan Didion (nonfiction) Tue, Jul 15, 2p–3p
The Bullet Swallower by Elizabeth Gonzalez James (fiction) Mon, Jul 21, 6:30p–7:30p
The Swimmers by Julie Otsuka (fiction) Tue, Jul 22, 6:30p–7:30p
Vagabonds! by Eloghosa Osunde (fiction) Mon, Aug 18, 6:30p–7:30p
Register at greenvillelibrary.org/events unless otherwise noted.
Bad Blood: Secrets and Lies in a Silicon Valley Startup by John Carreyrou (nonfiction) Tue, Aug 19, 2p–3p
Now Is Not the Time to Panic by Kevin Wilson (fiction) Tue, Aug 26, 6:30p–7:30p
The Importance of Invasive Plant Removal
Tue, Jun 17, 6:30p–8p
Presentation by Raven Stirling of the South Carolina Native Plant Society.
Trailblazing Women of NASA Thu, Jun 19, 6:30p–7:30p Presentation by NASA Ambassador David Leaphart.
Summer Solstice Mini Wreaths Fri, Jun 20, 10a–11:30a
Coloring Café Sat, Jun 21, Jul 19 & Aug 16, 10:30a–12p Color while enjoying a cuppa. Coloring supplies provided or bring your own.
Decoupage Drawer Knobs Sat, Jul 12, 10:30a–12p
Pokémon Trading Card Meetup ages 18+ Fri, Jul 25, 2p–4p
Join us and other Pokémon enthusiasts to share your collection, build your deck, and chat about Pokémon. Refreshments provided.
Washer Pendant Necklace Tue, Aug 5, 10a–11:30a
Vinyl Record Swap Tue, Aug 12, 6p–8p (drop-in) Bring your unwanted records in and trade them with other collectors.
Cloud Storage Fri, Aug 15, 10:30a–11:30a
Plant Swap & Seed Library Pop-Up Fri, Aug 22, 9:30a–11:30a (drop-in)
Bring in your unwanted plants or cuttings to exchange with a neighbor.
SIMPSONVILLE
Writers Round Table ages 18+ Thu, Jun 5, Jun 19, Jul 17 & Aug 7, 21, 7p–8:30p
Plant Swap & Seed Library Pop-Up Sat, Jun 7 & Aug 30, 10a–12p (drop-in) Bring in your unwanted plants or cuttings to exchange with a neighbor.
Book Bingo Mon, Jun 9, Jul 14 & Aug 11, 11a–12p
Native Plants for Your Home Garden
Mon, Jun 9, 6:30p–7:30p
Presentation by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
Creating Your Estate Plan: Wills and Trusts Wed, Jun 11, 11a–12p Presentation by Michael Wolfe, Sr. of Edward Jones Investments.
Joint Health: Pain-Free Mobility and Aging Thu, Jun 12, 6p–7p Presentation by Certified Health Coach Shannon O'Toole.
Bad Art
Night
Flex your creative muscles and compete for the title of Worst in Show.
Beadwork Mon, Jun 16, 6:30p–8p
Paper Collage Mon, Jul 14, 6:30p–8p
Air Dry Clay Mon, Aug 18, 6:30p–8p
Book Club ages 18+
West with Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge (fiction) Wed, Jun 18, 2p–3p
The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese (fiction) Wed, Aug 20, 2p–3p
The Reading All-Stars Celebration Game on Sun, Aug 10 is filled with action-packed fun! To attend, exchange your ticket voucher for a ticket.
• Redeem your voucher before the game at greenvilledrive.com/RAS
• Pick up your Reading All-Stars hat at the Field Street entrance on game day
• Participate in the Parade of Champions greenvillelibrary.com/summer-reading