The Navigator The Anderson County Library System Newsletter
November 2020
What’s Inside Latest Library Updates with COVID-19 The Anderson County Library System encourages you to read local this Indie Author Day on Saturday, November 7. Indie Author Day will be celebrated virtually on the Library’s Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts and will feature 8 regional authors writing across multiple genres and ages. The celebration also kicks off the new Local Author collection at the Anderson Main Library. Indie Author Day is an annual event for libraries and organizations around the world to highlight local authors, writers, and communities for a day of education, networking, and resource sharing. This year, the Anderson County Library is spotlighting local authors with a brief synopsis and purchasing information for their newest books, along with the Library’s writing resources. Content will be posted on the Library’s Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram accounts throughout the day on November 7 as well as online at www.andersonlibrary.org/indie-author-day. Emily B. Martin, a Pendleton native and featured author, has donated 3 copies of her newest book Sunshield for a giveaway. To enter the giveaway, like and comment on at least three posts from the Library’s Indie Author Day posts on Facebook or Instagram by Sunday, November 8. In addition to featuring local authors virtually, the Library is debuting a new Local Author collection on the main floor at the Anderson Main Library. This collection will highlight past and newly published literary voices and talents from the region. Browse a range of genres and topics, both fiction and non-fiction. All books are available to check out. For Library locations, hours, and more information, visit www. andersonlibrary.org. For questions or other inquiries, contact communityservices@ andersonlibrary.org or 260-4500 x107.
Virtual Events for All Ages Staff Picks: Celebrating Indigenous Authors Project FeederWatch
Take and Make Crafts Mobile Holds Pickup with the Bookmobile
Happy Thanksgiving! All Anderson County Library locations will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 26 and 27.
BIRTH TO PRESCHOOL
Virtual Storytime Join Ms. Lisa and Ms. Evelyn for a new song, story, and rhyme. Published each Monday on Facebook, or find past storytimes on Youtube (search “Anderson County Library System”). Early Literacy Tips Every other week Ms. Allison shares an easy game or activity for you and your little one to develop early literacy skills. Published every other Tuesday on Facebook, or find past Early Literacy Tips on Youtube.
TWEENS & TEENS This fun GRAB ‘N GO mixed media project will let you explore your one-of-a-kindness through creating a zine journal using different mediums, paint, collage and mark making. Hosted by Consie Sindet of Atop Serenity Hill. Supplies will be available for pick up starting November 9th. Call, email childrens@andersonlibrary.org, or go to calendar.andersonlibrary.org to register. Thursday, Nov 12 | 4:00 pm
TEENS AGES 12-18
Macrame Bracelets (Virtual) Learn how to weave a fashionable bracelet for yourself or a gift. 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. Tuesday, Nov 10 | 4:30 pm Books vs. Movies (Virtual) Let’s debate the question - Is the book better than the movie or TV series version? Come ready to support your opinion. 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. Monday, Nov 16 | 5:00 pm
Access Tutor.com free with your library card.
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Be a citizen scientist! Stop by the Children’s Courtyard at the Main Library any Friday or Saturday between November 14 through April 9 and participate in FeederWatch. If you see any birds at the bird feeders, identify them with our poster or the Merlin app, write down your findings on our tally sheet, and receive a free pair of kid-friendly binoculars (one per child, while supplies last). When you’re done, ask our librarians for the bird beak activity or bird coloring sheets. In April, we’ll report all our findings to Cornell University, which sponsors this program. Find out more about FeederWatch online at feederwatch.org, email childrens@andersonlibrary.org, or call 260-4500 x158
ARTS, CRAFTS, & DIY
(Virtual) Creative Crafters: Make a Greeting Card Check our Facebook on November 10 for a quick and easy tutorial to make a pop-up greeting card just in time for the holidays. Pick up a craft kit while supplies last. Email adultprograms@andersonlibrary.org for availability and details.
Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting, cross-stitching, or embroidery? Meet up with us once a month Saturday morning on Zoom. Call, email adultprograms@ andersonlibrary.org, or go to calendar.andersonlibrary.org to register. Saturday, Nov 21 | 9:30 am November Take ‘n Make Craft: Hand-stitched Deer Ornaments The kit includes materials to create these sweet critters and instructions. Video instructions can also be found in Creativebug, available through the library’s website with your library card. Kits are available to be sent to branches or for curbside pick up by request. Email adultprograms@ andersonlibrary.org for availability and details.
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
Anderson County Library Delivers! Mobile Holds Pickup
Every Tuesday and Wednesday, Bookmobile staff will offer mobile pickup for holds across Anderson County. Call 2604500 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 8498 Hwy 24, Townville, SC 29689 2:30 - 2:45 p.m. Roberts Presbyterian Church 2716 S Hwy 187, Anderson, SC 29626 3:15 - 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays Morningside Senior Center 1304 Mc Lees Rd, Anderson, SC 29621 2:30 - 2:45 p.m. The Cottages at Summit Place 107 Perpetual Square Dr, Anderson, SC 29621 3:15 - 3:30 p.m. Northlake Condominiums 100 Northlake Dr, Anderson, SC 29625 4:00 - 4:15 p.m.
LOOKING AHEAD...
Staff Picks These November staff picks highlight books by Native American authors for Native American Heritage Month. Find these books on the shelf or check out the eBook or digital audiobook with the Libby app. The Night Watchman by Louise Erdrich Adult Fiction Telling the story of the 1950s fight against tribal termination, this book also touches on poverty and trafficking, but ultimately the love, joy, struggles, and all the little moments in between make the residents of Turtle Mountain stay with you long after. The Only Good Indians by Stephen Graham Jones Adult Horror Jones gives an own voice perspective to the deeply literary horror genre. The Only Good Indians pulls from actual Blackfoot lore, threading the importance of nature into its darkly atmospheric tale of four young men and a hunting trip that comes back to haunt them, quite literally. Race to the Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse Juvenile Fiction Coming from Rick Riordan’s new publishing house, Race to the Sun pulls from the Navajo tradition and legend of the Hero Twins. Roanhorse pulls from the original cultural and stories of the Navajo and weaves a delightfully fun tale of siblings, monsters, and the importance of family. Perfect for your young adventurous reader!
Teens: Create K-Cup String Lights, Tuesday, Dec 8 Register for this virtual event, then pick up your activity kit. Call 260-4500 x158, email teens@andersonlibrary.org, or go to calendar.andersonlibrary.org to register. Holiday Closings All Library locations will be closed December 24-28 and January 1.
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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
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 Cold Mountain by Charles Frazier Nov 18 | 7:30 pm Girl in the Blue Coat by Monica Hesse Dec 16 | 7:30 pm Brown Bag Ask Again, Yes by Mary Beth Keane Nov 18 | 12:00 pm The Lost Girls of Paris by Pam Jenoff Dec 16 | 12:00 pm Cover to Cover The Christmas Pearl by Dorothea Benton Frank Dec 3 | 6:00 pm
925 Greenville Drive Williamston, SC 29697 (864) 847-5238 lander@andersonlibrary.org
Pendleton Library
Introducing a new kind of book club! Discuss a book that you have read recently and get recommendations from others. Meeting virtually.
Piedmont Library
November 19 | 12:00 pm December 17 | 12:00 pm
650 S. Mechanic Street Pendleton, SC 29670 (864) 646-3045 pendleton@andersonlibrary.org 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
Westside Community Center Library
1100 West Franklin Street Anderson, SC 29624 (864) 260-4660 westside@andersonlibrary.org
Friends of the Library Book Store Reopens
The Friends of the Library Used Book Store at the Anderson Main Library reopens November 9. Browse a selection of gently used books, CDs, DVDs, and more. Proceeds go to the Friends of the Anderson County Library, a 501(c)3 nonprofit that supports the programs and collections of the Anderson County Library System. For hours or questions about donations or volunteering, email friends@andersonlibrary.org or call 2604500 x131.
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