A PUBLICATION OF THE PICKENS COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM
CAROLINE RASH WITH RON RASH
Thursday, October 9 2025 • 7:00pm
Join us to explore Caroline Rash’s debut work of poetry, Because the Bullet Arrives. Caroline and her father, Ron Rash, will both be reading from their recent works.
This event is free and open to the public. The Bee’s Knees Bookshop at The Central Roller Mill will have copies on hand for purchase.
Central-Clemson Library
Knit-a-Thon
Saturday, October 18
in conversation 9am-5pm • Drop-in or stay all day
Join us for a day of knitting, crocheting, and community as we create and collect handmade hats and scarves for those in need, in partnership with United Way. Movies & Snacks provided.
Hampton Memorial Library Easley
Vinyl Record & Jigsaw Puzzle Swap
Donate: Jigsaw puzzles (500+ pieces, complete, in box) • Vinyl records (any genre, good playable condition)
Drop-off: October 1 – November 10
Donor Perk: Early access on Swap Day (Nov 18) from 11am–12pm
Public Access: 12pm– 2pm
Free • All Ages • No sales, just swapping!
Oct 15
1:30pm
Gathering for friendly competition, laughter, and the graceful game of croquet.
Wills, Estates & Probate • Oct 27 • 5:30pm
The Trial of Lizzie Borden by Cara Robertson Oct 21 1:30pm Chair Yoga Oct 14 & 28 1:30pm Gentle Yoga Tradition on the Lawn
Haunted Histories
Ghost Stories of Pickens County
October 26 • 3pm
Settle in for chilling tales of Pickens County’s haunted past with a mix of suspense, history, and a hint of humor.
Movies & Munchies
October 8 1:30pm
Superman (PG-13) 2h 9m
PCLS Tiny Art Show Artists’ Reception
Thursday, October 16th • 6:30pm - 7:30pm (drop-in) Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library Light refreshments will be served.
October 20 • 6:30pm
October 30 • 6:30pm Paint Party
Textured Pumpkins
Registration begins October 16. Call 864-850-7077 to reserve your spot!
October 28 • 10am The Four by Ellie Keel Easley Book Club
AUTHOR TALK
Susan Coryell
Susan Coryell will be here to discuss her latest book, Lani’s Adoption Day. Books will be available for purchase and signing.
October 4 • 11am
Central-Clemson Book Discussion
October 1 • 7pm
The Fall of the House of Usher by Edgar Allan Poe
November 5 • 7pm
Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver
Book Page Craft
October 16 • 4pm
Craft a book page leaf wreath for Fall! Walk-in craft - no registration required. Ages 14+.
Storybuilders
Wednesdays at 3:30pm
All ages are invited!
Movie Matinee
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ARTHUR’S WHISKEY (R) 1hr 35min 10/9 2pm 10/23 2pm
Newly released films. Bring your own lunch! All films are shown with closed captions.
CAME TO ME
(R) 1hr 41m
Halloween Hide & Seek
October 27 - 31
Our book characters are playing a trick! Find and guess who’s under the mask to win a treat!
Crocktober Cooking Challenge
Request your “Crocktober” Challenge Kit that includes 12 yummy recipes. Kits will be available beginning Oct 1.
VILLAGE LIBRARY
Stories & Snacks
@ the Park
OCT 9 & 23 • 11am
outdoor stories, songs, crafts, and snacks!
STORY FORGE
Learn new role playing games, and create stories that will last a lifetime!
Oct 1 &22• 4pm Ages 7-12. Call 864-898-5747 to register.
Pickens Doodle Park Pavilion Mobile
Family
Fishing Clinics at Table Rock state park
For address and to register call 864-898-5747.
October 15 & 22 • 9am - 12pm
BOOK CLUB
OcT 2• 10am
Share stories about recent reads.
November
Writing Challenge
October 14 •All Day
Schedule your 3D mammogram by calling
Homeschool Hangout
Paranormal
Investigation
October 20 1pm-3pm
Registration required, call 864-898-5747.
Pickens Book Club
October 21 • 10:15am
This month we will be reading The Fraud by Zadie Smith and meeting at the Village Branch Library.
Kids Yoga Storytime
October 21 • 3:30
Tuesdays at 10:30am Wild about Wild Kratts
Two challenges: short story or novella. Optional meetings every Saturday. Prizes in each age category (8-12, Teen, Adult)!
Sign up by Oct 27th!
Storytime full of movement and play! For ages 4-10.
Oct 23 • 4pm
Watch an episode of Wild Kratts and do a related activity!
Strengthen language and motor skills through song, dance, and instruments!
Ages 0-5 with a caregiver.
Cozy Crafts
DIY Scrunchies
BLock Printing
BLock Printing
October
October
Part
Children’s Programs
*All Library Locations will be closed on Monday, October 13.
IDEAL FOR AGES 6-12
Meet Josefina
Mondays in October*
3:30
Hampton Memorial Library - Easley
League
HalloweenNot-So-ScaryDance
Let’s boogie at the library! Come dressed in your costume and get ready to Shake Dem Halloween Bones!
Free and open to all ages. Kids under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Thursdays at 5:30pm Hampton Memorial Library in Easley (Expansion Space)
Preschool Storytime*
Oct 31 • 10:30am
This event is intended for ages 0-9. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
STEAM ADVENTURES
with Jack and Annie
IDEAL FOR AGES 3-5
Books, crafts and activities for ages 2-5 (with a caregiver)
Easley • Oct 3 • 10:30am Central-Clemson • Oct 10 10:30am Pickens • Oct 16 • 10:30am Liberty • Oct 31 • 10:30am
Buffalo Before Breakfast Oct 7 • 3:30pm
mini maestros
Strengthen language and motor skills through song, dance, and instruments! Oct 17 10:30am
0-5 ages Easley Library
Saturday Storytime
HALLOWEEN
Join us on the 2nd Saturday each month for a special themed storytime. This month’s theme is HALLOWEEN! Costumes encouraged! Oct 11 • 10:30am
IDEAL FOR AGES 0-3
Wiggles &Giggles
Stories, songs, flannel boards and free play time. Birth-3 years old with a caregiver.
Wednesdays at 10:30am
Hampton Memorial Library, Easley
Tuesdays at 10:30am
Sarlin Library, Liberty
Thursdays at 10:30am Central-Clemson, Central Nursery Rhymes, Motion & Music
Mother Goose on the Loose No program on 5th Tuesdays
TEEN PROGRAMS
Embark on an exciting adventure as you explore the world of Dungeons & Dragons, where imagination knows no limits and enjoy playing with friends.
Memorial Library - Easley Oct 2 & 16
Teen
Makeovers
Hang out with friends, eat snacks, and watch tv shows/movies together. Hang out with friends, eat snacks, and watch tv shows/movies together.
The PCLS Outreach Team Near You!
Join our outreach staff at these events where we’ll have our fun lawn games, library prizes, and library card sign-ups!
Special Events
Oct 7 Upstate Community 9am–12pm Resource Fair
Oct 10 Easley Community 5pm - 8pm Safety Celebration
Oct 18 Hagood Mill Storytellers 10am - 2pm Festival
Oct 27 Wellness Kit Lending 9am–11am Samaritan Health Clinic
Football Games
Oct 1 Daniel Homecoming Parade 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Oct 3 Easley vs Greenville 7pm–9pm
Oct 24 Pickens vs Seneca 7pm–9pm
Halloween Happenings
Easley Treats on the Street 10/24 6:00pm Clemson Trick-Or-Treat on College Avenue 10/28 5:00pm Liberty Downtown Trick-Or-Treat 10/31 5:00pm Pickens Trick-Or-Treat on Main 10/31 5:00pm
Got questions about your phone, tablet, laptop, or other electronic devices? Come see our outreach team to get basic troubleshooting assistance. tech talk
October 8 • 10am - 12pm Pickens Senior Center No registration required.
Pints Pages
meet us at The Silos in easley to discuss this month’s book.
October 14 6:30pm A 21+ Book Club
OCT 30 • 6:30pm Horror Book Club
October 5 • 2:30pm - 4:30pm Hampton Memorial Library - Easley Sponsored by the Friends of the Library Taste the world by picking up a spice kit at the library. Call 864-898-5747 to reserve yours! October Spice: Oregano at the Liberty Emporium
