The Navigator The Anderson County Library System Newsletter
December 2020
What’s Inside Explore downtown magic with the storefront storywalk! Visit downtown Anderson this December for a special, self-paced walking tour of the book The Magic Snowflake by local artist and author Scott Foster. The illustrations and text of each page in the book will be featured in store windows along Main Street. Start with the first page at Belle Beauty, then follow the map on the sidewalk and read the magical story, or have the book come to life in a dramatic reading podcast produced by Market Theatre! Storywalks are a great way for families to share the magic of reading, and the storefront storywalk is the perfect opportunity to encourage a love of reading and practice literacy skills while supporting downtown Anderson. After finishing the story, visit Carolina Wren Park for Holiday Ice, take pictures by the Christmas tree, or visit one of the local businesses that have copies of The Magic Snowflake available for purchase. Celebrate the launch of this new storywalk in Carolina Wren Park on Saturday, December 5 at 1:00 pm. Hear the story behind the book from author Scott Foster, enjoy activities with library staff, and take a photo at the ornament sculpture. Then, join Scott as he leads you to the first stop for the storywalk or stay in the park for Holiday Ice starting at 2:00 pm. Visit the Anderson Main Library for a special scavenger hunt based on the book, then check out The Magic Snowflake or explore additional books perfect for the holidays. Complete the scavenger hunt and be entered in a drawing for a copy of the book and other fun prizes. Children can pick up a Take ‘n Make crystal ornament kit to make their own snowflake and adults can pick up a Take ‘n Make craft kit to make a winter evening scene, while supplies last. This unique event is presented by the City of Anderson in partnership with the Anderson County Library System with a dramatic podcast by Market Theatre.
Harry Potter Virtual Trivia and Take ‘n Make Craft Virtual Events for All Ages Staff Picks: Books About Family Support the Library: Become a Member of the Friends Take and Make Crafts For All Ages Libraries will open at 1:00 pm on Dec. 9 due to staff training. Wishing all of our patrons happy and safe holidays. All Libraries will be closed December 24-28 and January 1.
BIRTH TO PRESCHOOL
Virtual Storytime Featuring a new song, story, and rhyme, videos are published each Monday on Facebook. You can also find past storytimes on YouTube. Storytime in the Park Visit Mineral Spring Park in Williamston for special distanced storytimes! We’ll share the story ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Bring chairs or blankets and a flashlight! Dec 16 & 22 | 6:00 pm • Williamston
CHILDREN
DIY Crystal Ornaments Children can pick up a Take ‘n Make kit to make their own DIY crystal ornaments. Look for a tutorial video on Facebook and Youtube starting December 8!
Magical Events for Harry Potter Fans
Virtual Trivia Night: The World of Harry Potter Are you the biggest fan of the Harry Potter books and movies? Prove it with this live scored trivia game. Works best with two screens. First, second, and third place players will win prizes. Register online at calendar.andersonlibrary.org or email adultprograms@ andersonlibrary.org. Wednesday, Dec 9 | 6:30 pm December Take ‘n Make Craft: Return to Hogwarts Pick up a take-home craft kit! Choose to create either the Golden Snitch or the Winged Keys from the dreaded 3rd Floor. Not included in the kit: scissors or glue. Email adultprograms@andersonlibrary.org for questions. Available beginning December 1.
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FOR CURIOUS-MINDED TWEENS
We’re challenging tweens (ages 9-12) to be focused, curious and tenacious! See what quest has been posted in the Children’s Department at the Main Library or on social media. Tweens who follow the directions and complete each monthly quest will have their name put into a drawing. Email childrens@andersonlibrary.org for details.
TEENS AGES 12-18
K-Cup Lights (Virtual) Create a decorative strand of lights with upcycled K-cups. Register for this free teen event, then come by your library to pick up the materials. Call, email teens@andersonlibrary. org, or go to calendar. andersonlibrary.org to register. Thursday, Dec 10 | 4:30 pm Books vs. Movies Check out a book & movie bundle at the Main Library! Which do you like better: the book or its movie adaptation? Let us know on social media or in the Teen Area at the Main Library.
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(Virtual) Creative Crafters: Winter Evening Scene Check our Facebook starting December 8 for a quick and easy tutorial to make a winter evening scene out of supplies you may have around the house. Additional supplies will be in the Take & Make kit available now. Email adultprograms@andersonlibrary.org for availability and details.
Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting, cross-stitching, or embroidery? Meet once a month Saturday morning on Zoom. Call, email adultprograms@andersonlibrary.org, or go to calendar.andersonlibrary.org to register. Saturday, Dec 19 | 9:30 am Do you love the Library? Want to support the educational and cultural programs and collections of the Library? Join the Friends of the Anderson County Library! Annual membership starts as low as $5. Those who join by December 31 can also receive a free gift that you can pick up at the Friends of the Library Book Store at the Main Library. Show your commitment to our community and make your contribution today. Feel good, keep informed, and keep your community library moving into the future! For questions, email friends@andersonlibrary.org.
Latest Library Updates with COVID-19
All Anderson County Library locations are currently open to the public, including access to books, materials, WiFi, Internet-access computers, and printers/copiers/fax machines. All libraries except Westside continue to offer curbside pickup for materials for anyone who requests it. Current Library hours are: Anderson Main Library 10am – 6pm, Monday-Saturday Westside Community Center Library 10am – 4pm, Monday-Friday All Other Branch Libraries 10am – 6pm, Monday-Friday At the Anderson Main Library, notary service is available Monday-Friday from 10am-5pm. The cost is $5 per document notarized. Additionally at the Main Library, limited meeting rooms are available for reservation for 1 hour. The 2nd floor conference rooms can have no more than 3 people, and the Wren meeting room can have no more than 6 people. Reserve a meeting room online. Masks are required in all Anderson County Library locations. Patrons are asked to limit their visits to the library to one hour. Find up-to-date information online at www.andersonlibrary.org/coronavirus
Staff Picks These December staff picks highlight books about family, just in time for the holidays. Find these books on the shelf or check out the eBook or digital audiobook with the Libby app. This is Where I Leave You by Jonathan Tropper Adult Fiction Following the death of his family and discovery of his wife cheating, middle brother Judd goes home to sit shiva with his slightly dysfunctional family. While the premise sounds a bit tragic, expect to laugh out loud at the antics of his family as they come back together and heal the rifts between them. My Grandmother Asked Me To Tell You She’s Sorry by Fredrik Backman Adult Fiction Family comes in all sorts of forms and this novel from best-selling author Backman celebrates both the family you’re born into and the one you choose. Following the death of her grandmother a young girl goes to each neighbor to apologize for her grandmother’s behavior (at her behest), but along the way she learns about the rich relationships her grandmother has left behind for her to heal in. Ask Again, Yes by Mary Beth Keane Adult Fiction This serious family tale explores the pain of family tragedy and addiction, but also forgiveness and the ability to move forward even from the darkest of moments. Part love story and part family drama, you won’t regret taking the time to read this one.
LOOKING AHEAD...
Project Feederwatch continues in the Children’s Courtyard at the Main Library Fridays and Saturdays through April 9. Identify the birds you see, write down your findings, and receive a free pair of kid-friendly binoculars (one per child, while supplies last). To find out more, email childrens@andersonlibrary.org, or call 260-4500 x158.
READ LISTEN WATCH LEARN Digital books, audiobooks, online classes, and more available free from your local library. Visit www.andersonlibrary.org or your local Anderson County Library branch today.
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Virtual Board Game Night for Teens Compete against other teens in the comfort of your own home. Play board games virtually using your laptop/tablet as the controller. Call, email teens@andersonlibrary.org, or go to calendar.andersonlibrary.org to register. Thursday, Jan 14 | 4:30 pm
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LOCATIONS
Anderson Main Library
300 N. McDuffie Street Anderson, SC 29621 (864) 260-4500 administration@andersonlibrary.org
Belton Library
91 Breazeale Street Belton, SC 29627 (864) 338-8330 belton@andersonlibrary.org
Bookmobile
(864) 260-4500 x176 bookmobile@andersonlibrary.org
Iva Library
203 W. Cruette Street Iva, SC 29655 (864) 348-6150 iva@andersonlibrary.org
Jennie Erwin Library
318 N. Shirley Avenue Honea Path, SC 29654 (864) 369-7751 honeapath@andersonlibrary.org
Lander Memorial Library 925 Greenville Drive Williamston, SC 29697 (864) 847-5238 lander@andersonlibrary.org
Pendleton Library
650 S. Mechanic Street Pendleton, SC 29670 (864) 646-3045 pendleton@andersonlibrary.org
Piedmont Library
1407 SC Hwy 86 Piedmont, SC 29673 (864) 845-6534 piedmont@andersonlibrary.org
Powdersville Library
4 Civic Court Powdersville, SC 29642 (864) 295-1190 powdersville@andersonlibrary.org
Book clubs are currently meeting virtually. Registration required to receive a Zoom link. Contact your local library or call 260-4500 x126 to register. Books are available to pick up at your local library.
Brews and Books hybrid meeting: meet via Zoom or at Carolina Bauernhaus Ales Girl in the Blue Coat by Monica Hesse Dec 16 | 7:30 pm Motherless Brooklyn by Jonathan Lethem Jan 20 | 7:30 pm Brown Bag The Lost Girls of Paris by Pam Jenoff Dec 16 | 12:00 pm Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate Jan 27 | 12:00 pm
Cover to Cover The Christmas Pearl by Dorothea Benton Frank Dec 3 | 6:00 pm The Last Letter from Your Lover by Jojo Moyes Jan 7 | 6:00 pm
Introducing a new kind of book club! Discuss a book that you have read recently and get recommendations from others. Meeting virtually. December 17 | 12:00 pm January 21 | 12:00 pm
Mobile Holds Pickup! Call 260-4500 x175 or email bookmobile@andersonlibrary.org to start or for more information. This is for pickup only; there will not be items for browsing at these stops.
Tuesdays Townville Dollar General
Wednesdays Morningside Senior Center
2:30 - 2:45 p.m. Roberts Presbyterian Church
2:30 - 2:45 p.m. The Cottages at Summit Place
8498 Hwy 24, Townville, SC
2716 S Hwy 187, Anderson, SC
3:15 - 3:30 p.m.
1304 Mc Lees Rd, Anderson, SC 29621 107 Perpetual Square Dr, Anderson, SC
3:15 - 3:30 p.m. Northlake Condominiums
100 Northlake Dr, Anderson, SC
4:00 - 4:15 p.m.
Westside Community Center Library
1100 West Franklin Street Anderson, SC 29624 (864) 260-4660 westside@andersonlibrary.org
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