Apr/May 2017

Apr/May 2017 News & Events GreenvilleLibrary.org

with Your Library National Library Week p3 • Week of the Young Child p6 • Poem in Your Pocket Day p6 • Children's Book Week p6 • Poetry Month Contest p10

Locations Hughes Main Library 25 Heritage Green Place, Greenville 29601 maincirc@greenvillelibrary.org 864-242-5000

Anderson Road • West Branch 2625 Anderson Road, Greenville 29611 andersonroad@greenvillelibrary.org 864-269-5210

Augusta Road • Ramsey Family Branch 100 Lydia Street, Greenville 29605 augustaroad@greenvillelibrary.org 864-277-0161

Apr/May 2017

Hours Hughes Main Library Mon-Fri • 9a-9p Sat • 9a-6p Sun • 2p-6p

Branches Mon-Thu • 9a-9p Fri-Sat • 9a-6p

Berea • Sarah Dobey Jones Branch 111 N Highway 25 Bypass, Greenville 29617 berea@greenvillelibrary.org 864-246-1695

Mission

Fountain Inn • Kerry Ann Younts Culp Branch 311 N Main Street, Fountain Inn 29644 fountaininn@greenvillelibrary.org 864-862-2576

Greer • Jean M. Smith Branch 505 Pennsylvania Avenue, Greer 29650 greer@greenvillelibrary.org 864-877-8722

Mauldin • W. Jack Greer Branch 800 W Butler Road, Greenville 29607 mauldin@greenvillelibrary.org 864-277-7397

Pelham Road • F.W. Symmes Branch 1508 Pelham Road, Greenville 29615 pelhamroad@greenvillelibrary.org 864-288-6688

Simpsonville • Hendricks Branch 626 NE Main Street, Simpsonville 29681 simpsonville@greenvillelibrary.org 864-963-9031

Taylors • Burdette Branch 316 W Main Street, Taylors 29687 taylors@greenvillelibrary.org 864-268-5955

Travelers Rest • Sargent Branch 17 Center Street, Travelers Rest 29690 travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org 864-834-3650

Bookmobile Visit greenvillelibrary.org for schedule of stops. outreach@greenvillelibrary.org 864-527-9252

To champion literacy, inspire learning and foster community connection.

Board of Trustees Mr. Brian Aufmuth Ms. Laura Baker Dr. Grady Butler, Vice-Chair Mr. Chace Campbell, Chair Mr. S. Allan Hill Mr. Tommy Hughes Mr. Dick Jensen Mrs. Glenda Julian Dr. Fritz Moise Mrs. Deryl Paradis, Secretary Mr. Joe Poore, Treasurer

Executive Director Beverly James bjames@greenvillelibrary.org

Smart Money Week p. 15

Notice of Intent to Comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act Reasonable efforts will be made to provide adaptations or accommodations for individuals with disabilities interested in taking advantage of any program or service offered by the library system. Please submit requests at least three business days in advance to ADA Coordinator, at 527-9240 or adacoordinator@greenvillelibrary.org.

Ayuda En Su Idioma/Spanish Speaker Availability Para ayudar con sus preguntas sobre la biblioteca, habrá un ayudante bilingüe a su disposición cada viernes en el Hughes Library.

Búscalo en el departamento de niños. Llame al 242-5000 ext. 2634 para más información.

All programs are free unless otherwise noted.

About this newsletter This bi-monthly publication is made possible in part by a generous contribution from the Friends of the Greenville County Library System. With a Friends membership, you can have this newsletter mailed to your home.

Call 527-9291 for more information.

Park free at Hughes Main Library on Heritage Green in downtown Greenville evenings and weekends.

Get in touch Questions or comments about our newsletter?

Email us at communications@greenvillelibrary.org.

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Summer Reading Kickoff p.8 Adult Poetry Contest p. 10

Holiday Closings Apr 16 (Easter) May 28 & 29 (Memorial Day)

Children's Day/ Día del niño p.5

youtube.com/user/GreenvilleLibrary meetup.com/GCLSHistoryHunters-Meetup meetup.com/GCLSExplorers meetup.com/GCLSWritersandReaders-Meetup

National Library Week April 9-15

First Thursdays Apr 6, May 4 & Jun 1 Friends members only.

Spring Fri, Apr 28 • 3p-7p Friends members only.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC:

Sat, Apr 29 • 10a-5p Sun, Apr 30 • 1p-5p • 50% off

Friends memberships begin at $5 and are available at the door or online at greenvillelibrary. org/Friends-of-the-Library.

Merovan Center, Suite E-2 1200 Woodruff Road (across from Kohl's)

Check out books Stream movies Read digital magazines Download ebooks Reserve a meeting room Listen to audiobooks Learn another language Download five free songs Use a public computer Research your family tree Book a Librarian for personalized assistance Visit your favorite Library location this week, and pick up your choice of free Koozie, decal or copy of Greenville County Driving Tour of Historic Sites.

Proceeds from book sales help fund Greenville County Library System programs.

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KIDS & FAMILY PROGRAMS APR/MAY 2017 Registration Programs that require registration may be canceled if minimum registration is not met two days prior to the program. See full program listing for registration information.

Anderson Road • 269-5210

Mauldin • 277-7397

Make It! • Apr 6 • 3:30p-4:30p

Story Time • Apr 3, 17, 24 • 10a-10:30a Bug Bonanza! • Apr 22 • 10:30a-11:30a Mauldin Medieval Fest • May 13 • 11a-4p

Augusta Road • 277-0161 Story Time • Apr 6, 20, 27 • 10a-10:30a Easter Extravaganza • Apr 8 • 10a-10:45a Mini-Makers • Apr 19 • 10a-10:30a Muffins with Mom • May 11 • 10:30a-11:15a

Berea • 246-1695 Story Time • Apr 4, 18, 25 • 10:30a-11a

Fountain Inn • 862-2576 Story Time • Apr 5, 19, 26 • 10:30a-11a Mini-Makers • Apr 19 • 3:30p-4p My Tiny Town • Apr 26 • 3:30p-4:30p Muffins with Mom • May 10 • 10:30a-11:15a Library of a Wimpy Kid • May 15 • 3:30p-4:30p

Greer • 877-8722 Bouncing Babies • Apr 3, 17, 24 • 10a-10:30a Story Time • Apr 4, 18, 25 • 10a-10:30a & 11a-11:30a Art 101 • Apr 5 • 10:30a-11:30a Craftime • Apr 11 • 3:30p-4:15p Science Station • Apr 21 • 10:30a-11:30a Lollipops Concert • Apr 22 • 10a-10:30a Adventures in History • Apr 24 • 3:30p-4:30p Muffins with Mom • May 8 • 10:30a-11:15a

Main • 527-9248 International Ballet • Apr 1 • 11:30a-12p Musical Jamboree • Apr 3, 6, 17, 20, 24, 27 10a-10:30a Toddler Tales • Apr 3, 17, 24 • 11a-11:30a Twilight Tales • Apr 3 & May 1 • 7p-7:30p Bouncing Babies • Apr 4, 6, 18, 20, 25, 27 11a-11:30a Mini-Makers • Apr 5, 19, 26 & Jun 7 • 10:30a-11a Bilingual Story Time • Apr 7, 21, 28 • 6p-6:45p Saturday Stories • Apr 8, 22 • 10a-10:30a Creation Station • Apr 18 • 3:30p-4:30p Earth Day • Apr 21 • 10:30a-11:30a Kids' Fest • Apr 22 • 10a-1p Lollipops Concert • Apr 22 • 11:30a-12p My Tiny Town • Apr 28 • 11a-12p Star Wars Day: May the 4th Be With You • May 4 6p-7p Muffins with Mom • May 11 • 10:30a-11:15a Summer Reading Kickoff • Jun 2 • 4:30p-6p Dare Devil Dogs • Jun 2 • 5p-5:30p

Pelham Road • 288-6688 Craftime • Apr 3 • 3:30p-4:15p Bouncing Babies • Apr 4, 18, 25 • 10a-10:30a Story Time • Apr 5, 19, 26 • 10a-10:30a & 11a-11:30a Toddler Tales • Apr 6, 20, 27 • 10a-10:30a Fairy Tale Finish • Apr 17 • 3:30p-4:15p Muffins with Mom • May 9 • 10:30a-11:15a Pelham Playdate • May 16 • 10a-11a

Simpsonville • 963-9031 International Ballet • Apr 1 • 10a-10:30a Bouncing Babies • Apr 4, 18, 25 • 10a-10:30a Toddler Tales • Apr 4, 18, 25 • 11a-11:30a Mother Goose on the Loose • Apr 5, 19, 26 10a-10:30a & 11a-11:30a Story Time • Apr 6, 20, 27 • 10a-10:30a & 11a-11:30a Mini-Makers • Apr 17 • 10:30a-11a Adventures in History • Apr 25 • 3:30p-4:30p Laughter Yoga • Apr 29 & May 27 • 11a-12p Muffins with Mom • May 8 • 10:30a-11:15a

Taylors • 268-5955 Mother Goose on the Loose • Apr 4, 18, 25 10a-10:30a Bouncing Babies • Apr 6, 20, 27 • 10:30a-11a Story Time • Apr 7, 21, 28 • 10a-10:30a Series Savvy • Apr 18 • 3:30p-4:15p

Travelers Rest • 834-3650 Story Time • Apr 3, 17, 24 • 10:30a-11a Mother Goose on the Loose • Apr 5, 19, 26 10a-10:30a Adventures in History • Apr 17 • 3:30p-4:30p Science Station • Apr 28 • 10:30a-11:30a Muffins with Mom • May 8 • 10:30a-11:15a

Butterflies in the Library!

Main, Children’s Area Experience the wonder of metamorphosis! Visit frequently beginning in mid-April and watch the progression from larvae to chrysalis to butterfly.

International Ballet: Ella Bella Ballerina and Swan Lake best for ages 3 and up Dancers from the International Ballet present story-based performances to introduce children and families to the art of ballet.

Sat, Apr 1, 10a-10:30a, Simpsonville Sat, Apr 1, 11:30a-12p, Main, Meeting Room A

Craftime: Easter Egg Art* ages 5-11 Listen to a story and create an Easter egg collage using decorative paper. Adult caregiver required. Registration opens 1 month prior.

Mon, Apr 3, 3:30p-4:15p,Pelham Road Tue, Apr 11, 3:30p-4:15p, Greer

Twilight Tales all ages Join us for stories, songs and activities. Adults must be accompanied by at least one child.

7p-7:30p, Main, Story Room SPRING FLING

Mon, Apr 3 HOME

Mon, May 1

Mini-Makers ages 2-5 Listen to a story. Create items using your imagination and provided materials. Adult caregiver required.

SPRING

Wed, Apr 5, 10:30a-11a, Main, Story Room PETS

Mon, Apr 17, 10:30a-11a, Simpsonville Wed, Apr 19, 10:30a-11a, Main, Story Room Wed, Apr 19, 3:30p-4p, Fountain Inn Wed, Apr 19, 10a-10:30a, Augusta Road NEIGHBORHOODS

Wed, Apr 26, 10:30a-11a, Main, Story Room WATER

Wed, Jun 7, 10:30-11a, Main, Story Room

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Art 101: Watercolors ages 5-11

Saturday Stories ages 1-5

Explore a different medium each month. Take home what you make.

Wed, Apr 5, 10:30a-11:30a, Greer

Bring your children/grandchildren for singing, dancing and stories.

10a-10:30a, Main, Story Room

Make It!: Science Lab NEW!

STORIES BY MO WILLEMS

ages 5-11 Join us for fun hands-on activities.

Thu, Apr 6, 3:30p-4:30p, Anderson Road

Science Station: Earth Day* ages 6-12 Plant a seed in a planter you make from recycled materials. Adult caregiver required. Registration opens 1 month prior.

Fri, Apr 21, 10:30a-11:30a, Greer Fri, Apr 28, 10:30a-11:30a, Travelers Rest

Bilingual Story Time/ Cuentos Bilingües all ages Enjoy an English/Spanish story time. Cuentos bilingües en inglés y español. Llame al 242-5000 ext.2634 para más información.

6p-6:45p, Main, Story Room CHICKS AND BUNNIES/POLLITOS Y CONEJITOS

Fri, Apr 7

Sat, Apr 8 BALLOONS

Sat, Apr 22

DAY OF THE CHILD, DAY OF THE BOOK/ DÍA DEL NIÑO, DÍA DEL LIBRO

Build a heart-shaped basket or a sailboat. Supplies provided courtesy of Home Depot on North Pleasantburg Drive. Puedes armar una canasta en forma de corazón o un barco de vela.

Fri, Apr 28

Easter Extravaganza* ages 5 & under Meet real rabbits from Garden Gate Bunny Park, listen to spring stories and make crafts. Bunny books available for purchase. Registration opened Mar 15.

Sat, Apr 8, 10a-10:45a, Augusta Road

EARLY LITERACY SKILLS

Adventures in History: Ancient Egypt* ages 5-11 Explore Ancient Egypt and the pyramids through books, art and a fun hieroglyphic activity.

Registration opens 1 month prior.

Mon, Apr 17, 3:30p-4:30p, Travelers Rest Mon, Apr 24, 3:30p-4:30p, Greer Tue, Apr 25, 3:30p-4:30p, Simpsonville

Fairy Tale Finish* ages 5-11 Listen to a fractured fairy tale and construct a maze from provided materials. Using magnets, help your favorite fairy tale character find their happy ending! Adult caregiver required. Registration opens one month prior.

Mon, Apr 17, 3:30p-4:15p, Pelham Road

MY FARM/MI GRANJA

Fri, Apr 21

Talk. Read. Write. Sing. Play.

Creation Station ages 6-12 Use your imagination and our button-making machine to create fun buttons to wear home. Adult caregiver required. Registration opened Mar 18.

Tue, Apr 18, 3:30p-4:30p, Main, Story Room

Series Savvy: I Survived by Lauren Tarshis* ages 6-12 Celebrate a beloved children’s book series with games, crafts or activities. Registration opens one month prior.

Tue, Apr 18, 3:30p-4:15p, Taylors

Earth Day* ages 6-12 Plant a seed in a planter you make from recycled materials. Adult caregiver required. Registration opens 1 month prior.

Fri, Apr 21, 10:30a-11:30a, Main, Story Room

LK • Letter Knowledge NS • Narrative Skills PA • Print Awareness PH • Phonological Awareness PM • Print Motivation V • Vocabulary Bouncing Babies PM V Stories, rhymes, music and bouncing games for babies 1 month-18 months. Includes play time for hands-on exploring and social skill development.

Mondays, 10a, Greer Tuesdays, 10a, Pelham Road Tuesdays, 10a, Simpsonville Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11a, Main, Story Room Thursdays, 10:30a, Taylors

Mother Goose on the Loose PH PM V Nursery rhymes are used to create nurturing play experiences for babies 1 month-24 months with an adult caregiver. Maximum of 3 children per adult caregiver.

Attendance is limited to 40 per program. Get a free admission ticket at the desk.

Tuesdays, 10a, Taylors Wednesdays, 10a, Travelers Rest Wednesdays, 10a & 11a, Simpsonville

Due to space limitations, many classes cannot accommodate groups. If you are seeking permission for your group of 3 or more, please call the location where you wish to attend to check availability. Groups that do not have prior library permission will not be admitted.

Musical Jamboree PH PM V Explore children’s literature through music, songs, creative movement and instrument play.

Ages 18 months-4 years.

Mondays & Thursdays, 10a, Main, Story Room

Story Time NS PA PM V Join us for stories, music and activities that develop social, listening and comprehension skills in preschool children.

Mondays, 10a, Mauldin Mondays, 10:30a, Travelers Rest Tuesdays, 10a & 11a, Greer Tuesdays, 10:30a, Berea Wednesdays, 10a & 11a, Pelham Road Wednesdays, 10:30a, Fountain Inn Thursdays, 10a, Augusta Road Thursdays, 10a & 11a, Simpsonville Fridays, 10a, Taylors

Toddler Tales PM V 30 minutes of stories, music and movement designed for toddlers 19+ months.

Mondays, 11a, Main, Story Room Tuesdays, 11a, Simpsonville Thursdays, 10a, Pelham Road

There will be no weekly preschool classes May 1-June 2.

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Celebrate the Week of the Young Child • April 24-28

Kids’ Fest At Heritage Green

April 27

Sat, Apr 22, 10a-1p, Front Lawn Kick off the Week of the Young Child by joining us for free, fun, kid-focused activities that families and young learners can experience together!

During April, visit the circulation desk at your favorite library location and pick up a poem. Be sure to keep your poem in your pocket on April 27 so that you can share it with someone!

The entities of Heritage Green are pleased to join First Steps Greenville in hosting the kickoff event for the Week of the Young Child!

(In case of rain event will be held in Meeting Room A of the library.)

Lollipops Concert: Max Found Two Sticks

National Poem in Your Pocket Day

ages 3-8

Sat, Apr 22, 10a-10:30a, Greer Sat, Apr 22, 11:30a-12p, Main, Meeting Room A

National Poem in Your Pocket Day is a nationwide campaign that encourages people to share poetry aloud at work, in parks, in bookstores and libraries. Visit our Poetry Board at Libguides.greenvillelibrary. org/poetry-month for public domain poems, poetry book suggestions, links to information about Poem in Your Pocket Day and more.

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Bilingual Story Time/Cuentos Bilingües: Day of the Child, Day of the Book/Día del Niño, Día del Libro all ages Fri, Apr 28 , 6p-6:45p, Main, Story Room See p.5

Children’s Book Week is May 1-7 Celebrate by sharing a new release or a beloved classic with your child. For a list of Caldecott and Newbery Award winning books, visit greenvillelibrary.org/kids/find-a-book and browse Award Winners.

Kids & Family

The Thank You Book by Mo Willems E Willems

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Poor Little Guy by Elanna Allen E Allen

27 Magic Words

by Sharelle Byars Moranville J Moranville

The Secret Life of Pets J DVD Secret

Home by Tim Kubart J CD/MUS 789.4 Kubart

Muffins With Mom* ages 2-5

Bug Bonanza!* ages 7 & under Join us for bug stories, songs and crafts. View a preserved bug collection, too! Registration opens 1 month prior.

Sat, Apr 22, 10:30a-11:30a, Mauldin

Lollipops Concert: Max Found Two Sticks ages 3-8 The Greenville Symphony Orchestra (GSO) presents storybased musical programs featuring Daniel Kirkpatrick and Jason Currin on percussion.

Sat, Apr 22, 11:30a-12p, Main, Meeting Room A Sat, Apr 22, 10a-10:30a, Greer

My Tiny Town ages 3-5 Bring your favorite toy vehicle and travel down tape roads to explore the town! Drop-in.

Wed, Apr 26, 3:30p-4:30p, Fountain Inn Fri, Apr 28, 11a-12p, Main, Meeting Room A

Laughter Yoga* all ages Certified Laughter Wellness and Laughter Yoga teacher, Linda Gillen, leads an hour of easy, joyful, childlike play. Engage in a series of short, simple exercises/scenarios to induce belly laughter.

Sat, Apr 29, 11a-12p, Simpsonville Sat, May 27, 11a-12p, Simpsonville

Star Wars Day: May the 4th Be With You all ages Join Jedi Knights from all over the galaxy for an adventure including games and activities. See Star Wars memorabilia, too. Theme-based costumes are encouraged.

Please leave weaponry at home.

Thu, May 4, 6p-7p, Main, Meeting Rooms A-C

Moms, grandmothers and other female caregivers are invited to join their children for a story, craft and special snack. Registration opens 1 month prior.

Mon, May 8, 10:30a-11:15a, Simpsonville Mon, May 8, 10:30a-11:15a, Travelers Rest Mon, May 8, 10:30-11:15a, Greer Tue, May 9, 10:30a-11:15a, Pelham Road Wed, May 10, 10:30a-11:15a, Fountain Inn Thu, May 11, 10:30a-11:15a, Main, Meeting Room A Thu, May 11, 10:30-11:15a, Augusta Road

Mauldin Medieval Fest all ages

Registration Programs that require registration may be canceled if minimum registration is not met two days prior to the program. See full program listing for registration information.

Programs at Main: Call 527-9248 or email teenlibrarian@greenvillelibrary.org.

April Fools! ages 10-13

Game On: Jumbo-Sized*

Share jokes, fool your brain with optical illusions and make some Oobleck.

Sat, Apr 1, 1p-2p, Simpsonville

ages 9-13 Come play jumbo-sized Kerplunk, Connect 4 and more!

Registration opened Mar 20.

Wed, Apr 26, 3:30p-4:30p, Pelham Road Thu, Apr 27, 3:30p-4:30p, Anderson Road

Bring the family and join us for a unique medieval experience!

Re-enactors from the local Society for Creative Anachronism will lead the show! See sword fights, arts and crafts displays and more.

Theme-based attire welcome.

Sat, May 13, 11a-4p (drop-in), Mauldin

Teen Service Day* ages 13-18

Diary of a Wimpy Kid Release Party*

All About Anime ages 11-17

ages 6-11 Celebrate the release of the upcoming movie Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul with games, crafts, trivia and Wimpy activities!

Mon, May 15, 3:30p-4:30p, Fountain Inn

Pelham Playdate

Earn volunteer hours.

Registration opens one month prior.

Sat, Apr 1, 1p-4p, Main, Meeting Room A Sat, May 6, 1p-4p, Main, Meeting Room A Mon, May 8, 4p-6p, Simpsonville

Watch and discuss all things anime. Make a craft and meet other anime enthusiasts.

Cosplay welcome.

Fri, Apr 21, 4:30p-5:30p, Greer

Tech Club: Stop Motion Animation* ages 11-17 Use stop motion apps and our iPads to create short movies.

Participants need an email address. Registration opened Mar 20.

Wed, Apr 19, 4p-5:30p, Pelham Road Fri, Apr 28, 2p-3:30p, Main, Story Room

Teen Scribblers* ages 11-17 Bring your best creative writing or come to be inspired.

Sat, Apr 22 & May 20, 12p-1:30p, Simpsonville

ages 1 month-3 years Bouncing Babies and Toddler Tales participants are invited to drop in for playtime!

Tue, May 16, 10a-11a, Pelham Road

YA Fic Chee Born into a world where reading is unknown and knowledge can be dangerous, Sefia has been on the run for most of her life. After witnessing her father’s vicious murder, she flees to the forest with her aunt Nin. Serfia's only connection to her past is a strange rectangular object (a book) that was guarded by her father. Slowly teaching herself to read, she embarks on a treacherous adventure using the book as her guide.

Debut author Traci Chee has created an intricate and dazzling fantasy world where nothing is what it seems and the end of the story is only the beginning.

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Fri, Jun 2 • 4:30p-6p

2017 Kickoff

Hughes Main Library

Island-Themed

attire welcome!

Dare devil dogs Amazing feats from the Purina Pro Plan Performance Team dogs!

5p-5:30p • Main, Meeting Rooms A-C

Temporary Tattoos • Meet Local Mascots • Children’s Used Book Sale • See Twist the Balloon Man perform Jaw-Dropping Juggling and Skyscraping Stilt-Walking!

SUMMER READING EARLY REGISTRATION: In mid-May, go to greenvillelibrary.org/summer-reading to pre-register.

ADULT PROGRAMS APR/MAY 2017 Registration Programs that require registration may be canceled if minimum registration is not met two days prior to the program.

See full program listing for registration information. Adult programs are for ages 18 and up.

Anderson Road • 269-5210 Resume Basics • Apr 4 • 11a-12p Housing Rights for Individuals with Disabilities Apr 6 • 6p-7p Freddie Mac CreditSmart® • Apr 8, 15 • 9:30a-1p Computer Basics • Apr 12 & May 17 • 10a-11:30a Microsoft Word I • Apr 12 • 1p-2p Internet Safety • Apr 13 • 10a-11a Computer Basics • Apr 13 & May 18 • 1p-2:30p Poetry Beads • Apr 13 • 4p-5p Bilingual Chat and Craft • Apr 20 & May 16 4p-5p Tired of Paying Rent?/¿Cansado de pagar la Renta? • Apr 25 • 5p-6:30p Introduction to SC Works • May 2 • 11a-12p Mother’s Day Paper Flower Bouquet • May 9 4p-5p Intermediate Computer • May 17 • 1p-2p Email: Beyond the Basics • May 18 • 10a-11a Discover Free Online Learning • May 25 •4p-5p

Augusta Road • 277-0161 Introduction to Birding • Apr 6 • 7p-8p Computer Basics • Apr 8 • 11a-12p AARP Smart Driver • Apr 11 • 9:30a-1:30p Growing Lavender • Apr 11 • 7p-8p Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck • Apr 18 5p-6:30p Small Business Start Up • Apr 13 • 6p-8p Internet Basics • Apr 25 • 11a-12p Coloring Café • May 6 • 11a-12:30p Mouse and Keyboard Basics • May 9 • 11a-12p Living with Fibromyalgia • May 13 • 2p-3p Butterfly Gardening • May 18 • 7p-8p Paper Quilling • May 20 • 10a-11a Microsoft Excel I • May 23 • 11a-12p

Berea • 246-1695 Upcycled Craft• Apr 12 & May 17• 4p-5p History Book Club • Apr 18 & May 23 • 7p-8p Computer Basics • Apr 20 • 10a-11:30a Book Club • Apr 25 & May 30 • 10a-11a Internet Basics • Apr 27 • 10a-11:30a

Book Bingo • May 8 • 10a-11:30a Coloring Café • May 16 • 3p-4:30p Intermediate Keyboarding • May 18 • 3p-4:30p Microsoft Office Online • May 25 • 3p-4:30p

Greer • 877-8722 Unraveled • Apr 6, 20 & May 4, 18 • 10a-12p Your Neighborhood Garden • Apr 6 • 7p-8p Bring a Craft, Learn a Craft • Apr 13 & May 16 6:30p-7:30p Coloring Café • Apr 27 • 7p-8p Computer Basics • May 17 • 4p-5p Computación Básica • May 23 • 6:30p-7:30p

Main • 527-9293 Computer Basics • Apr 5 • 3:30p-5p Practicing Meditation • Apr 5, 19 & May 3, 17, 31 5:45p-6:30p South Carolina Room Orientation and Tour Apr 10 • 6p-9p Introduction to Microsoft Office • Apr 12 3:30p-5p Poetry Workshop • Apr 13 • 6:30p-7:30p African American Genealogy Workshop • Apr 15, 11a-12p iOS Basics • Apr 18 • 3:30p-5p Chautauqua Talk Series • Apr 18 & May 2 7p-8:30p Microsoft Excel I • Apr 19 • 3:30p-5p Art of Storytelling • Apr 25 • 6:30p-8p Microsoft Excel II • Apr 26 • 3:30p-5p Google Tools • Apr 27 • 3:30p-5p Scribblers • Apr 27 & May 25 • 7p-8:30p Introduction to Microsoft Office • May 3 3:30p-5p Microsoft Word I • May 16 • 3:30p-5p Android Basics • May 17 • 3:30p-5p Microsoft Word II • May 18 • 3:30p-5p Wonder Women! • May 18 • 6:30p-8:30p Freddie Mac CreditSmart® • May 20, 27 9:30a-1p Cloud Storage • May 24 • 3:30p-5p

Mauldin • 277-7397 Fountain Inn • 862-2576 Hostas • Apr 3 • 7p-8p Mobile Devices for Adults 50+ • Apr 6 • 3p-4:30p N+7 Poetry Creation Machine • Apr 11 • 3p-4p Create a Living Will • Apr 18, 6p-7p Microsoft Excel II • Apr 20 • 3p-4:30p Upcycled Craft • Apr 21 • 3p-4:30p Resume Basics • Apr 27 • 3p-4p Organic Fertilizers • May 1 • 7p-8p Senior Health Tips • May 2 • 7p-8p What’s All the Hoopla About? • May 4 • 3p-4:30p

Open Art Studio • Apr 1 & May 6 • 10a-11:30a Digital Camera Workshop • Apr 4 & May 2 6:30p-8p Unraveled • Apr 6 & May 4 • 6p-8p Still Life in Color • Apr 8 • 10a-11:30a Computer Basics • Apr 11 • 3p-4p FamilySearch.org I • Apr 12 • 3p-4p Mouse and Keyboard Basics • Apr 13 • 3p-4p Microsoft Word II • Apr 13 • 6:30p-7:30p Social Security Explained • Apr 18 • 6:30p-7:30p Coloring Café • Apr 20 & May 11 • 3-4p

Caring for Your Pet • Apr 24 • 7p-8p Elder Law • Apr 25 • 6:30p-7:30p AARP Smart Driver • Apr 27 • 12:30p-4:30p Carolina Shag • May 8 • 7p-8p Digitize Greenville • May 9, 3p-6p Internet Basics • May 16 • 3p-4p FamilySearch.org II • May 17 • 3p-4p Google Sheets • May 18 • 6:30p-7:30p Beginner Oil Pastel • May 20 • 10a-11:30a Heavenly Hydrangeas • May 25 • 7p-8p

Pelham Road • 288-6688 Scribblers • Apr 6 & May 11 • 7p-8p Social Security Explained • Apr 13 • 6:30p-7:30p Android Basics • Apr 22 • 10a-11:30a Microsoft Excel II • Apr 24 • 10a-11:30a Book Club • Apr 25 & May 30 • 7p-8p From Screen to Page • May 2 • 7p-8p Greenville: Life in the 1960s • May 11 • 10a-11a Intro to English Country Dancing • May 20 2p-4p AARP Smart Driver • May 26 • 9a-2:30p

Simpsonville • 963-9031 Creating in Miniature • Apr 8 & May 6 • 2p-4p Scribblers • Apr 11, 25 & May 9, 23 • 7p-8:30p Laughter Yoga • Apr 13 & May 11 • 7p-8p Unraveled • Apr 15, 29 & May 13, 27 • 2p-4p Family History Club • Apr 19 & May 17 • 2:30p-4p Book Club • Apr 27 & May 25 • 1p-2p AARP Smart Driver • May 26 • 12:30p-4:30p

Taylors • 268-5955 Young at Heart Book Club • Apr 1 & May 6 2p-3p Coloring Café • Apr 4 & May 2 • 7p-8:30p AARP Smart Driver • Apr 5 • 9:30a-1:45p Spring Flower Planting for Butterflies • Apr 6 7p-8p Book Club • Apr 10 & May 8 • 2p-3p Poetry in Action • Apr 22 • 2p-3p Yoga Dance • Apr 26 • 10:30a-11:30a Homeschooling • Apr 27 • 7p-8p Your Neighborhood Garden • May 11 • 7p-8p Butterflies of the Carolinas • May 15 • 7p-8p

Travelers Rest • 834-3650 Unraveled • Apr 1, 15 & May 6, 20 • 10a-12p Pollinators • Apr 8 • 11a-12p Book Club • Apr 10 & May 8 • 1p-2:30p Coloring Café • Apr 25 & May 23 • 6:30p-8p Storytelling Night • May 11 • 7p-8p

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Adult Poetry Contest April 1-30

April is

National Poetry Month

Adults 18 years and older are invited to submit an original poem. A $20 gift card to Barnes and Noble will be awarded to one winner in each category: haiku and free verse.

Entries will be read and judged by board members of the Emrys Foundation, a Greenville non-profit that nurtures creativity in an effort to build community of writers and readers. Winners will be announced in May. Visit libguides.greenvillelibrary.org/poetry-contest to submit poems and for complete contest rules. Email explore@greenvillelibrary.org for more information.

2016 Adult Poetry Contest Winners Blueberries

a thousand-one tasks duties left done and undone The morning’s tea steams

I picked blueberries, the first of the season While she painted, watercolors I think Some days everything is ready, everything is right The colors merge, the hands fit together And it was one of those days When no one could be more beautiful in my eyes One of those days, when the fruit was ready So I picked blueberries

By William C. Burns, Jr.

By Rick Neubauer

Haiku #437

N+7 Poetry Creation Machine*

Coffee Shop Write-In*

Bring your favorite song or poem and participate in a poetry word game and workshop. No writing experience is needed to follow this literary technique popularized in 1960s Europe.

Tue, Apr 11, 3p-4p, Fountain Inn

Meet fellow poets and work on reaching your goal of writing one poem a day in April. Bring your own laptop if possible.

Call 963-9031 for more information and to register.

Sat, Apr 15, 2:30p-4p, Exchange Co. Coffee Bar & Bake Shop 110 S Main St, Simpsonville, SC 29681

Poetry Beads* Make paper beads from poems and turn your poetic creation into a necklace. Materials provided.

Thu, Apr 13, 4p-5p, Anderson Road

Poetry Workshop* The Peace Center for the Performing Arts’ Poet in Residence, Glenis Redmond, leads an interactive poetry workshop. Hear Redmond recite poetry and write some poetry of your own.

Email explore@greenvillelibrary.org or call 527-9293 to register.

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Chautauqua Talk Series: Maya Angelou Glenis Redmond, Poet-In-Residence at the Peace Center and State Theatre New Jersey, Kennedy Center Teaching Artist, founder of Peace Voices and Greenville Poetry Slam, discusses the inspiring words and life of poet Maya Angelou.

Tue, Apr 18, 7p-8:30p, Main, Meeting Rooms A-C

Poetry in Action!* Bring poetry to life by reading aloud or performing your favorite poems. Each reading should be five minutes or shorter. Bring your own family-friendly poem.

Sat, Apr 22, 2p-3p, Taylors

AARP Smart Driver* Drivers 55 and over may be eligible for a discount on their auto insurance after taking this class.

Cost is $15 for AARP members, $20 for non-members. Lunch will not be provided.

Wed, Apr 5, 9:30a-1:45p, Taylors Tue, Apr 11, 9:30a-1:30p, Augusta Road Thu, Apr 27, 12:30p-4:30p, Mauldin Fri, May 26, 9a-2:30p, Pelham Road Fri, May 26, 12:30p-4:30p, Simpsonville

From Screen to Page: Superhero Comics Love superhero movies but don’t know where to start in the vast history of comics? Learn about great entry points and storylines for your favorite characters.

Tue, May 2, 7p-8p, Pelham Road

Book Bingo

Introduction to Birding*

Play Bingo and win books!

Participants are asked to bring a gently used book to donate as a prize.

Mon, May 8, 10a-11:30a, Fountain Inn

Learn the basics from The Greenville County Bird Club.

Thu, Apr 6, 7p-8p, Augusta Road

Arts & Crafts

Caring for Your Pet*

Open Art Studio*

Animal Care Instructors at Greenville Technical College, Misty Cox and Erin Bouchillon, teach proper care and feeding.

Mon, Apr 24, 7p-8p, Mauldin

Join fellow artists in a self-directed setting. Bring your own materials.

Sat, Apr 1 & May 6, 10a-11:30a, Mauldin

Digital Camera Workshop* Homeschooling: Where to Begin* Executive Director of Upstate Homeschool Co-op, Suzanne Brown, and local homeschool instructor, Karla Partin, cover how to choose curriculum and many other topics.

Thu, Apr 27, 7p-8p, Pelham Road

Photographer with Upstate Wildlife Action, Steven Anschel, teaches how to use your digital camera to take quality photos. Bring a digital camera and your best photo from the previous month.

GROUP PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY

Scribblers Writing Group

Tue, Apr 4, 6:30p-8p, Mauldin

Adult creative writers of any level or genre are invited to bring their best work or come get inspired.

Thu, Apr 6 & May 11, 7p-8p, Pelham Road Tue, Apr 11, 25 & May 9, 23, 7p-8:30p, Simpsonville Thu, Apr 27 & May 25, 7p-8:30p, Main, Meeting Room A

PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY

Tue, May 2, 6:30p-8p, Mauldin

Coloring Café* Join other adults in the calming practice of coloring. Materials provided or bring your own.

Tue, Apr 4 & May 2, 7p-8:30p, Taylors Thu, Apr 20 & May 11, 3p-4p, Mauldin Tue, Apr 25 & May 23, 6:30p-8p, Travelers Rest Thu, Apr 27, 7p-8p, Greer Sat, May 6, 11a-12:30p, Augusta Road Tue, May 16, 3p-4:30p, Fountain Inn

Unraveled: Knit and Crochet Group Improve your skills in the company of fellow enthusiasts. Bring your own yarn and needles/hooks.

Sat, Apr 1, 15 & May 6, 20, 10a-12p, Travelers Rest Thu, Apr 6, 20 & May 4, 18, 10a-12p, Greer Thu, Apr 6 & May 4, 6p-8p, Mauldin Sat, Apr 15, 29 & May 13, 27, 2p-4p, Simpsonville

Still Life in Color* Use beginner colored pencil drawing techniques to accurately depict still life objects. Materials provided or bring your own.

Sat, Apr 8, 10a-11:30a, Mauldin

Creating in Miniature* Meet with other miniature enthusiasts for tips and techniques.

Work on the featured project or bring your own. Materials for featured project provided.

Sat, Apr 8 & May 6, 2p-4p, Simpsonville

Bring a Craft, Learn a Craft Want to share your hobby and learn about a new one? Bring your project to work on or share with others.

Thu, Apr 13, 6:30p-7:30p, Greer Tue, May 16, 6:30p-7:30p, Greer

Poetry

Ralph Waldo Emerson: The Major Poetry with commentary

by Albert J Von Frank 811.3 Emerson

Mahabharata: A Modern Retelling

by Carole Satyamurti 821.914 Satyamuri

Collected Poems: 1974-2004 by Rita Dove 811.54 Dove

Forever Words: The Unknown Poems by Johnny Cash edited by Paul Muldoon 782.421642 Cash

Ask Your Mama

by Laura Karpman and Langston Hughes CD/MUS 789.4 Karpman

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Art of Storytelling*

Travelers Rest Book Club The Book of Speculation

by Erika Swyler.

Mon, Apr 10, 1p-2:30p

Preserving the History of the Upstate

Local storyteller Monty Tucker leads an interactive and entertaining storytelling workshop.

Learn how to choose a story, techniques for delivery, and how to evaluate your audience.

Call 527-9293 to register.

Tue, Apr 25, 6:30p-8p, Main, Meeting Room A

We want your photos--past and

Carolina Shag*

businesses, schools, churches and neighborhoods. Photos you submit will be scanned and returned to you.

Enjoy beach music while learning the Carolina Shag, the state dance of South Carolina.

Mon, May 8, 7p-8p, Mauldin

Digitize Greenville

present--of Upstate organizations, Digitize Greenville

Tue, May 9, 3p-6p, Mauldin

Mother’s Day Paper Flowers Bouquet*

Please call 527-9212 to schedule your appointment.

Create a colorful flower bouquet using coffee filters. Materials provided.

Thu, May 9, 4p-5p, Anderson Road

Paper Quilling Coil and shape paper strips into fun designs!

Sat, May 20, 10a-11a, Augusta Road

Beginner Oil Pastel* Use beginner oil pastel techniques to accurately depict photographs.

Bring your favorite nature photograph as inspiration.

Art materials provided or bring your own.

Sat, May 20, 10a-11:30a, Mauldin

English Country Dancing* Dance like Jane Austen and George Washington! Learn basic steps and figures of Colonial Era English Country Dancing. Colonial & Regency costumes are welcome.

Sat, May 20, 2p-4p, Pelham Road

Book Clubs Taylors Young at Heart Book Club (adults only) Little House in the Big Woods

by Laura Ingalls Wilder.

Sat, Apr 1, 2p-3p, Taylors Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

by Roald Dahl.

Sat, May 6, 2p-3p, Taylors

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The Devotion of Suspect X

by Keigo Higashino.

Mon, May 8, 1p-2:30p

Taylors Book Club The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer.

Mon, Apr 10, 2p-3p Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi.

Mon, May 8, 2p-3p

Berea History Book Club The Trail of Tears by Gloria Jahoda.

Tue, Apr 18, 7p-8p The Girls of Atomic City: The Untold Story of the Women Who Helped Win World War II

by Denise Kiernan Tue, May 23, 7p-8p

Berea Book Club The Wright Brothers by David McCullough.

Tue, Apr 25, 10a-11a The Summer Before The War

by Helen Simonson.

Tue, May 30, 10a-11a

Pelham Road Book Club Wonder by R. J. Palacio.

Tue, Apr 25, 7p-8p The Circle by Dave Eggers.

Tue, May 30, 7p-8p

Simpsonville Book Club Kabul Beauty School

by Deborah Rodriguez.

Thu, Apr 27, 1p-2p A Mother’s Reckoning

by Sue Klebold.

Thu, May 25, 1p-2p

Computer Workshops

Microsoft Word II*

Intermediate Computer*

These workshops are designed to enhance your personal or job-related skills. Call 527-9258 for sessions at Main. See p. 2 for branch contact information.

Incorporate borders, text boxes, and more to add flare to basic Word documents.

Participants must be familiar with basic Microsoft Word editing features.

Thu, Apr 13, 6:30p-7:30p, Mauldin Thu, May 18, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab

Create folders, save and retrieve files, and copy and paste.

Wed, May 17, 1p-2p, Anderson Road

Computer Basics* Use a mouse and navigate a computer.

Wed, Apr 5, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab Sat, Apr 8, 11a-12p, Augusta Road Tue, Apr 11, 3p-4p, Mauldin Wed, Apr 12 & May 17, 10a-11:30a, Anderson Road Thu, Apr 13 & May 18, 1p-2:30p, Anderson Road Thu, Apr 20, 10a-11:30a, Berea Wed, May 17, 4p-5p, Greer

Mobile Devices for Adults 50+* Attend a question and answer session followed by a short lesson.

Bring your own device or share one of ours.

Thu, Apr 6, 3p-4:30p, Fountain Inn

Microsoft Word I* Create, edit and save documents.

Wed, Apr 12, 1p-2p, Anderson Road Tue, May 16, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab

Introduction to Microsoft Office* Learn the basics Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Wed, Apr 12 & May 3, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab

Internet Safety* Safeguard your computer and your privacy when using the internet.

Thu, Apr 13, 10a-11a, Anderson Road

Mouse and Keyboard Basics* Learn the basics and shortcuts of using a computer keyboard and mouse.

Thu, Apr 13, 3p-4p, Mauldin Tue, May 9, 11a-12p, Augusta Road

Email: Beyond the Basics* Organize your Inbox and learn how to attach and download files. A personal email account is required.

Thu, May 18, 10a-11a, Anderson Road

iOS Basics* Get started using an iPhone or iPad. Bring your own device.

Tue, Apr 18, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab

Microsoft Excel I* Learn the basics of this software that aids in tracking information like schedules, budgets and more.

Wed, Apr 19, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab Tue, May 23, 11a-12p, Augusta Road

Intermediate Keyboarding* Navigate your computer more efficiently with these tips and shortcuts. Basic computer skills required.

Thu, May 18, 3p-4:30p, Fountain Inn

Discover Free Online Learning* Direct your own learning with this introduction to free online resources from Codeacademy.com and iTunes University to resources available via greenvillelibrary.org.

Thu, May 25, 4p-5p, Anderson Road

Google Sheets* Track information like schedules, budgets and more by creating a spreadsheet online.

Thu, May 18, 6:30p-7:30p, Mauldin

What’s All the Hoopla About?* Microsoft Excel II*

Computación Básica*

Use advanced features such as formatting, filtering, and formulas.

Thu, Apr 20, 3p-4:30p, Fountain Inn Mon, Apr 24, 10a-11:30a, Pelham Road Wed, Apr 26, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab

Aprenda a utilizar el mouse (el ratón) y a navegar la computadora.

Tue, May 23, 6:30p-7:30p, Greer

Android Basics* Get started using an Android phone or tablet. Bring your own device.

Sat, Apr 22, 10a-11:30a, Pelham Road Wed, May 17, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab

Internet Basics* Learn the basics of surfing the web including opening your browser and searching for information.

Tue, Apr 25, 11a-12p, Augusta Road Thu, Apr 27, 10a-11:30a, Berea Tue, May 16, 3p-4p, Mauldin

Google Tools* Explore the many free tools included with a Google account.

Thu, Apr 27, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab

Cloud Storage*

Learn about Hoopla Digital and how to borrow digital books, comics, video, music, and audiobooks free with your library card.

Tue, May 4, 3p-4:30p, Fountain Inn

Store, edit and share your documents and photos within an online platform.

Wed, May 24, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab

Microsoft Office Online* Use free online versions of Microsoft Office programs such as Word and Excel.

Thu, May 25, 3p-4:30p, Fountain Inn

Thousands of free online training videos and courses. Learn Photoshop, Excel, coding and more.

Track your progress and earn certificates.

Free with your library card via greenvillelibrary.org/downloads

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Film Wonder Women!: The Untold Story of American Superheroines* Join us for a screening of the documentary film Wonder Women!

This film goes behind the scenes with Lynda Carter, Lindsay Wagner, comic writers and artists, and reallife superheroines such as Gloria Steinem, Kathleen Hanna and others, who offer an enlightening and entertaining counterpoint to the male-dominated superhero genre. Call 527-9258 for more information and to register.

Thu, May 18, 6:30p-8:30p, Main, Meeting Room C

Gardening & Sustainability Master Gardener Series A Master Gardener shares information on a topic to aid you in improving your garden.

HOSTAS*

Mon, Apr 3, 7p-8p, Fountain Inn

Your Neighborhood Garden* Aerin Brownlee, Program Coordinator of Gardening Education for Greenville Rec, discusses various styles of community gardens and the opportunities for involvement available in Greenville, including Greenville Rec’s new public gardening program.

Thu, Apr 6, 7p-8p, Greer Thu, May 11, 7p-8p, Taylors

Pollinators* Ph.D. candidate at Clemson University Mimi Jenkins shares how pollinators play an essential role in maintaining healthy ecosystems and the human agricultural supply.

Discover the fascinating lives of native pollinators and the simple ways that every person can help protect and preserve them.

Sat, Apr 8, 11a-12p, Travelers Rest

Upcycled: Pet Collars and Bandanas Create two outfit accessories for your dog or cat. Bring an old stiff-collared shirt with a neck size comparable to your pet's.

Wed, Apr 12, 4p-5p, Berea

SPRING FLOWER PLANTING FOR BUTTERFLIES*

Thu, Apr 6, 7p-8p, Taylors GROWING LAVENDER*

Tue, Apr 11, 7p-8p, Augusta Road ORGANIC FERTILIZERS*

Mon, May 1, 7p-8p, Fountain Inn HEAVENLY HYDRANGEAS*

Thu, May 25, 7p-8p, Mauldin BUTTERFLIES OF THE CAROLINAS*

Mon, May 15, 7p-8p, Taylors BEGINNING BUTTERFLY GARDENING*

Thu, May 18, 7p-8p, Augusta Road

Upcycled Craft: T-shirt Tote Bags* Upcycle your favorite t-shirts into fashionable and functional pieces.

Bring as many t-shirts as you would like to upcycle.

Fri, Apr 21, 3p-4:30p, Fountain Inn

Upcycled Craft: Bleach Spray T-shirts Use cutout letters and shapes to create a unique design! Bring a dark colored 100% cotton blank t-shirt.

Wed, May 17, 4p-5p, Berea

Health & Wellness

History & Genealogy

Practicing Meditation

South Carolina Room Orientation and Tour*

Certified 200-Hour Yoga Instructor Sarah Rhodes teaches an introductory series to mindfulness, guided imagery, gratitude, and compassion mediations. No experience necessary. Dress comfortably in non-restrictive clothing.

Wed, Apr 5, 19 & May 3, 17, 31, 5:45p-6:30p, Main, Meeting Room A

Laughter Yoga* Certified Laughter Wellness and Laughter Yoga teacher Linda Gillen leads a series of short, simple exercises/scenarios to induce belly aching laughter.

Thu, Apr 13 & May 11, 7p-8p, Simpsonville

Create a Living Will* Donna Stevenson, Senior Solutions Advisor for Agape Hospice, shares what you need to know about advanced directives including living wills.

Tue, April 18, 6p-7p, Fountain Inn

Yoga Dance* A Carolina Dance Collaborative certified instructor demonstrates basic combined elements of yoga and dance. Dress comfortably in non-restrictive clothing.

Wed, Apr 26, 10:30a-11:30a, Taylors

Senior Health Tips: Living a Long and Healthy Life* Heather Forrester, M.S., R.N., instructor of Biology at Greenville Technical College, discusses how intellectual stimulation, genetics and other factors affect your health and longevity.

Tue, May 2, 7p-8p, Fountain Inn

Living with Fibromyalgia* Learn about this “invisible” illness affecting approximately 10 million US citizens and ways to cope with it.

Sat, May 13, 2p-3p, Augusta Road

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Learn about resources for researching history and family history. Personalized genealogical and historical research assistance will be available after class.

Call 527-9212 to register.

Mon, Apr 10, 6p-9p, Main, South Carolina Room

FamilySearch.org I* Get started researching your family history using this free online resource.

Wed, Apr 12, 3p-4p, Mauldin

African-American Genealogy Workshop Laurens County, SC native LaBrenda Garrett-Nelson, discusses the use of probate records in researching enslaved ancestors.

Board certified since 2015, LaBrenda was elected a trustee of the Board for Certification of Genealogists in 2016 and is a frequent speaker at national and local venues. Her book is available for purchase after the program.

Call 242-5000 x2169 to register.

April 15, 11a-12p, Main, Meeting Room A

Family History Club* Explore and document your family history. Share tips and learn about available genealogy resources at the library.

Wed, Apr 19 & May 17, 2:30p-4p, Simpsonville

Chautauqua Talk Series: Cesar Chavez Vera Gómez, performance poet, SmartArts' teaching poet, founding member of Greenville Poetry Slam and president of Emrys, discusses Cesar Chavez’s message of nonviolence, protest and hope.

Tue, May 2, 7p-8:30p, Main, Meeting Rooms A-C

Greenville: Life in the 1960s* South Carolina Room staff member Durham Hunt brings the 1960s back to life using historic photographs and the Greenville County Driving Tour of Historic Sites.

Thu, May 11, 10a-11a, Pelham Road

Storytelling Night: Play, Toys, Past-Times & Hobbies The Travelers Rest Historical Society shares stories and memories of the upper Greenville county area and beyond. Come and listen or share your own story related to the night’s theme.

Thu, May 11, 7p-8p, Travelers Rest

FamilySearch.org II* Learn to use the FamilySearch Wiki and advanced search techniques to find your family ancestors.

Participants must be familiar with FamilySearch.org.

Wed, May 17, 3p-4p, Mauldin

Job Skills Resume Basics* Learn best practices for resume writing, and use Microsoft Word templates to create a resume that stands out.

Tue, Apr 4, 11a-12p, Anderson Road Thu, Apr 27, 3p-4p, Fountain Inn

Introduction to SC Works Learn how the SC Works website can help you find employment.

Tue, May 2, 11a-12p, Anderson Road

Language Learning Bilingual Chat & Craft/clase bilingüe con manualidades Join a bilingual class to learn Spanish and practice English while doing a fun craft. Únase a una clase bilingüe para aprender Inglés en un ambiente informal y amigable mientras hace manualidades.

Llame al 269-5210 para más información.

Thu, Apr 20 & May 16, 4p-5p, Anderson Road

Empower yourself! April is Fair Housing Month and Financial Literacy Month!

VITA: Volunteer Income Tax Assistance @ Your Library United Way of Greenville provides free tax preparation assistance for eligible individuals. Call 211 for more information or to make an appointment. Otherwise, services are available on a first come, first served basis. Last date for appointments is April 18.

Housing Rights for Individuals with Disabilities* The Fair Housing Act protects your right to rent or buy a home free from discrimination. Greenville County Human Relations Commission speaks about what your rights are as a tenant or landlord; and what to do if you suspect discrimination.

Thu, Apr 6, 6p-7p, Anderson Road

Freddie Mac CreditSmart ®* Greenville County Human Relations Commission teaches how to build and maintain better credit using the Freddie Mac CreditSmart® curriculum. Call 4677095 to register.

Sat, Apr 8 & 15, 9:30a-1p, Anderson Road Sat, May 20 & 27, 9:30a-1p, Main, Meeting Room A

Small Business Start-Up* A business mentor from the Piedmont Chapter of SCORE guides you through the process of starting and successfully running a small business.

Thu, Apr 13, 6p-8p, Augusta Road

Social Security Explained* The Society for Financial Awareness (SOFA) instructors, Eric and Jennifer Lahaie cover topics including the best time to start collecting social security benefits, how benefits are calculated, strategies to increase benefits and how certain types of earnings or pensions can affect your benefits.

Thu, Apr 13, 6:30p-7:30p, Pelham Road Tue, Apr 18, 6:30p-7:30p, Mauldin

How to Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck* Greenville County Human Relations Commission financial counselor, Greg Burgess, discusses budgeting techniques, strategies for saving money and how to maximize your own personal finances.

Tue, Apr 18, 5p-6:30p, Augusta Road

¿Cansado de pagar la Renta?* (Tired of Paying Rent?)

Comprar una casa puede ser más asequible de lo que usted piensa. Sara Carter, asesora financiera de la Comisión de Relaciones Humanas del Condado de Greenville, le ayudará a determinar si la propiedad de una casa es adecuada para usted, descubrir cualquier mito sobre rentando un apartamento y ayudarle a comenzar a prepararse con los pasos a seguir para convertirse en dueño de casa.

Llame al 269-5210 para registrarse.

Tue, Apr 25, 5p-6:30p, Anderson Road

Elder Law* SC Legal Services staff attorney, Beth Des Jardins, explains wills, powers of attorney, advance directives and probate as well as other related topics that may be of particular interest to seniors.

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Are you ready, Summer Readers?

Adults

Youth

By popular demand, Summer Reading tshirts are available for purchase this year. Order your t-shirts online beginning April 17 via greenvillelibrary.org.

T-shirt orders end on May 2. T-shirt orders can be picked up at the library location of your choice and will be available near the end of May.

Wear yours to the Summer Reading Kickoff on Friday, June 2 at the hughes main library!

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Accordingly, the school cannot discriminate among groups wishing to distribute flyers at school and does not endorse the content of any flyer distributed at school.

The school encourages parents to assist their children in making choices appropriate for them. Greenville County Schools

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