Aug/Sep 14 by Greenville County Library System

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Aug/Sep 2014 Newsletter Lives Change @ Your Library p. 3 & 9 Weaving Our History p. 4 & 6

Camperdown Mill, built c. 1876

Dear Reader, I am thrilled to tell you that reading is alive and well in Greenville County! Over 16,000 babies, children, teens and adults signed up for Summer Reading in June and July. Five library branches saw an increase in the number of babies who had someone register to read to them. The total number of adult participants exceeded last year’s figure and almost all of our special events for children were enjoyed by standing-room-only audiences. In addition to taking care of summer readers, during these past two months we began incorporating RFID (radio frequency identification) technology into our operations. Library staff and volunteers have been placing RFID tags in almost every item to make it easier for you to check out library materials, including multiple items simultaneously. RFID technology makes staff work processes more efficient, providing us the opportunity to offer more one-onone assistance, and we’re receiving lots of positive feedback from library users, too. Look for this new technology coming to a library near you over the next few months. Enjoy the rest of your summer,

Bev P.S. Mother Goose on the Loose is coming to Greer! Babies one to 24 months old experience rhymes, rhythm and fun. Also, Toddler Tales—30 minutes of stories, music and movement for toddlers over 19 months—is expanding to Pelham Road and Simpsonville library locations.

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.

Questions about our newsletter? communications@greenvillelibrary.org

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Aug/Sep 2014 Board of Trustees Mr. Joe L. Allen (Vice-Chairman) Mrs. Susan Barry (Secretary) Mr. Chace Campbell Mr. Doug Churdar (Chairman) Mr. Robert Clark Mr. S. Allan Hill (Treasurer) Mr. Tommy Hughes Mr. Dick Jensen Mrs. Glenda Julian Mrs. Deryl Paradis Mr. Joe Poore Executive Director Beverly James bjames@greenvillelibrary.org

Mission To serve Greenville County as the best provider of guided access to quality resources for information, education and leisure.

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 Jill Cornwell, 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 a Cindy Frellick para más información: 242-5000 ext. 2634. To help with your library questions, a Spanish/ English speaker is available each Friday in the Children’s Area of the Hughes Main Library. Call Cindy Frellick at 242-5000 ext. 2634 for more information.

All programs are free unless otherwise noted. Park free at Hughes Main Library on Heritage Green in downtown greenville evenings and weekends.

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

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

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

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

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

GCLS Honored with National Award

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

The library system was recently honored with the 2014 Keystone Library

Simpsonville (Hendricks) Branch

Automation System & National Organization on Disability Award from the

626 NE Main Street, Simpsonville 29681

Association of Specialized and Cooperative Library Agencies, a division of

simpsonville@greenvillelibrary.org • 864-963-9031

the American Library Association.

Taylors (Burdette) Branch 316 W Main Street, Taylors 29687

This award recognizes the implementation of our intentional strides to

taylors@greenvillelibrary.org • 864-268-5955

increase programs, library services, and staff awareness for individuals in our community with disabilities and special needs. The award also notes our sensitivity in understanding the importance of inclusion.

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

Check out Sensory Story Time:

Bookmobile • 864-527-9252

Fri, Sep 19, 10:00a-10:45a, Main, Story Room

Visit greenvillelibrary.org for schedule of stops.

Email SensoryStoryTime@greenvillelibrary.org or call 527-9248 for more information.

Hughes Main Library Hours Mon-Fri • 9:00a-9:00p Sat • 9:00a-6:00p Sun • 2:00p-6:00p Branch Hours Mon-Thu • 9:00a-9:00p Fri-Sat • 9:00a-6:00p

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LIBRARY system Holiday CLOSINGs Sun, Aug 31 & Mon, Sep 1 (Labor Day) Aug/Sep 2014 | 3

History Harvest Your family’s cherished photographs, documents, journals and oral histories are historic treasures that can help tell part of the story of Greenville’s textile communities, the cultural life they fostered and the economy that grew up around them. Items that you loan to the library for submission to this collection will be scanned and returned to you.. Email SCRoom@ greenvillelibrary.org or call 242-5000 x2169 for more information.

The Greenville County Library System has been awarded a grant from the Humanities CouncilSC in support of Weaving Our History, a project designed to create a lasting record of the economic and cultural impact of the textile industry in the Upstate. In the mid-1800s, the textile industry emerged in Greenville County and grew so much that by the 1920s, it was known as the Textile Capital of the World. Textile manufacturing was Greenville's first economic engine fostering a unique cultural and societal structure that served as a foundation for community development--impacting education, social life and regional sports.

Hugenot Mill, 1895

Cotton Mill Music Sat, Aug 2, 1:00p-2:00p, Main, Meeting Rooms A & B Music historian Hunter Holmes takes you on a journey through local history by performing cotton mill music of the Piedmont region.

The Whiskey Baron Thu, Aug 28, 7:00p-8:00p, Main, Meeting Rooms A & B Local author Jon Sealy discusses The Whiskey Baron, his debut novel set in 1930s South Carolina. Book signing to follow.

Greer Mill Memories Thu, Sep 11, 2:00p-4:00p, Greer Greer Heritage Museum Historian Joada Hiatt, and local author Ray Belcher, share a historical overview of the mill villages of Greer. Bring your photographs, letters and diaries to share.

Historic Mill Village Preservation

Thu, Sep 18, 7:00p-8:00p, Fountain Inn Award winning architect and president of Campbell Meek and Associates, Architects, Inc., Martin Meek, discusses the redesigning of mill villages in the early twentieth century and shares how mill villages can qualify to be included in the National Register of Historic Places.

Forgotten Textile Communities Thu, Sep 25, 6:30p-8:30p, Travelers Rest Genealogical and historical researcher Penny Forrester discusses the history of the mill town communities of Renfrew and Slater. Hear former mill workers share experiences of living in a mill village. Registration required.

This program is sponsored by The Humanities Council SC, a state program of the National Endowment for the Humanities; inspiring, engaging and enriching South Carolinians with programs on literature, history, culture and heritage.

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Digital Collections Our digital repository includes items from the South Carolina Room's archive, and showcases the rich and varied history of Greenville and the Upstate of South Carolina. Begin your online historical explorations now by visiting the digital archives of the American Spinning Company.

American Spinning Company Contains photographs from the private collection of Robert "Bob" H. Duke of Greenville of the mill village and people of the American Spinning Company. Organized in 1895 by Oscar Sampson, James Orr, and Jacob Cagle, American Spinning Company began as a two-story wooden building, but grew rapidly adding a new brick building and other additions by the turn of the century. Despite changing hands several times over the decades, the mill continued its operation until June 27th, 1990. The mill building still stands today; however, a majority of the village was razed.

Upcoming Textile heritage Festival Sat, Oct 4, 10:00a-5:00p & Sun, Oct 5, 2:00p-5:00p Main, Meeting Rooms A-C Save these dates and join us for the Greenville Textile Heritage Society’s 8th Annual Festival. Learn how Greenville was shaped by its textile mill industry. Hear about community life in mill villages and view an exhibit of photographs and documents. Enjoy music from Greenville Textile Heritage Band, singer Kay Crow, harpist Rehab Hackett, and local choral groups.

Email SCRoom@greenvillelibrary.org or call 242-5000 x2169 to learn more about how the library system is Weaving Our History.

adult programs • Aug/Sep 2014 Find our calendar listings online at greenvillelibrary.org.

Information and Registration

Programs at Main: 527-9293. Programs at branches: See p.3 for branch contact information. 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.

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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 nonmembers. Bring your own lunch. Registration required. Thu, Sep 4, 9:30a-4:30p, Pelham Road Wed, Sep 10, 9:30a-4:30p, Mauldin

Childcare Training Author Wilt Browning grew up in an Easley mill village during the 1940s and 1950s and chronicled his childhood experience in Linthead: Growing up in a Carolina Cotton Mill. The term “linthead” was actually a derogatory term for the mill workers who were often stigmatized for their poverty. Cotton floating in the air of the mill stuck to the workers’ hair and clothes. Browning says “I really enjoyed growing up on mill hill…I didn’t know we were poor until I was grown, because I was too busy just enjoying baseball, bicycles, iron wheel wagons, delivering papers and things like that to spend much time thinking about that.” The library system is excited to celebrate Greenville’s textile heritage throughout the fall. See p. 4 or visit greenvillelibrary.org to find out more about how the library system is Weaving Our History. Weaving Our History Book Discussions Augusta Road Tue, Sep 9, 6:00p-7:00p The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd. Simpsonville Thu, Aug 28, 1:00p-2:00p Linthead: Growing Up in a Carolina Cotton Mill Village by Wilt Browning. Thu, Sep 25, 1:00p-2:00p Silver Star by Jeannette Walls. Travelers Rest Mon, Sep 22, 1:00p-2:30p The Most They Ever Had by Rick Bragg.

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Tue, Sep 23, 6:00p-8:30p, Mauldin Lifelong Learning Center of the Greenville County School District offers this class designed to meet the SC Department of Social Services training requirements for all staff in a public or private day care facility. Parents may also benefit from attending. Cost is $15 per class. Call 355-6053 to register.

Computer Classes Call 527-9258 to register for programs at Main. See p.3 for branch contact info.

Computer Tutoring Anderson Road, Augusta Road, Fountain Inn, Greer, Mauldin, Simpsonville Get hands-on practice in a one hour session with an experienced instructor. Learn how to use a mouse, email files, use Google, apply for jobs online, create a resume and much more! Call for appointment.

Ebooks @ the Library Main, Upper Level Get individualized help learning how to download free eBooks via the library system’s website. Bring your library card and eReader or mobile device. Call for appointment.

Computer Basics Registration required. Thu, Aug 7, 10:00a-12:00p, Fountain Inn Thu, Aug 7, 3:00p-5:00p, Main, Computer Lab Thu, Aug 21, 3:00p-5:00p, Mauldin Mon, Sep 8, 3:30p-4:30p, Taylors Fri, Sep 12, 9:30a-10:30a, Augusta Road Fri, Sep 12, 11:00a-12:00p, Augusta Road

book discussions Berea Tue, Aug 26, 10:00a-11:00a The Death of Santini: The Story of a Father and His Son by Pat Conroy. Tue, Sep 30, 10:00a-11:00a Tuck Everlasting by Natalie Babbitt. Fountain Inn Tue, Aug 5, 7:00p-8:30p Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan. Tue, Sep 2, 7:00p-8:30p Like Water for Chocolate by Laura Esquivel. Taylors Mon, Aug 11, 2:00p-3:00p Vacation Reads: bring your favorite read of the summer to share and discuss. Mon, Sep 8, 2:00p-3:00p The Naming of the Dead by Ian Rankin. Travelers Rest Mon, Sep 8, 1:00p-2:30p The Girls of Atomic City: The Untold Story of the Women Who Helped Win World War II by Denise Kiernan.

Intermediate Computer Learn to use your email, navigate the internet, create folders, save and retrieve files, and copy and paste. Registration required. Thu, Aug 7, 2:00p-4:00p, Fountain Inn Thu, Sep 4, 3:00p-5:00p, Mauldin Tue, Sep 9, 10:00a-11:00a, Taylors Thu, Sep 18, 11:00a-12:30p, Anderson Road

Email Basics Learn to set up and use a free email account. Registration required. Fri, Aug 8, 2:00p-4:00p, Fountain Inn Thu, Aug 14, 10:00a-11:00a, Pelham Road Tue, Sep 9, 3:00p-4:30p, Taylors

Microsoft Excel 2013 Learn the basics of creating a spreadsheet. Registration required. Wed, Aug 20, 3:00p-4:30p, Mauldin Fri, Sep 12, 4:00p-5:30p, Augusta Road Mon, Sep 15, 2:00p-4:00p, Fountain Inn

Microsoft PowerPoint 2013

Computer Programming

Resume Rescue

Learn to create an effective slideshow presentation. Registration required.

Sat, Sep 13, 4:00p-5:30p, Augusta Road Learn the basics of JavaScript using Treehouse—an online resource available free via greenvillelibrary.org. You must have a library card to participate. Registration required.

Fri, Sep 19, 3:00p-4:30p, Anderson Road Learn tips for writing, updating and submitting a resume. Registration required.

Wed, Aug 20, 3:30p-5:00p, Main, Computer Lab Tue, Sep 16, 10:00a-12:00p, Fountain Inn

Intermediate Microsoft Word 2013 eBay Basics Wed, Aug 20, 6:30p-8:00p, Mauldin Learn to create an account, list an item and start selling on eBay. Registration required.

Add flair to Word documents with borders, pictures and more. Registration required. Tue, Sep 16, 2:00p-3:00p, Fountain Inn Thu, Sep 18, 1:00p-2:30p, Anderson Road

Intermediate Microsoft Excel 2013 Learn real world applications while using more advanced features including borders, tables, charts and formulas. Registration required. Wed, Sep 3, 3:00p-4:30p, Mauldin Fri, Sep 19, 11:00a-12:30p, Anderson Road

Intermediate eBay Wed, Sep 3, 6:30p-8:00p, Mauldin Learn effective ways to market your items with attractive descriptions and photos. Registration required.

Keyboarding Gain and improve basic typing skills. Registration required. Mon, Sep 8, 11:00a-12:30p, Taylors Fri, Sep 19, 1:00p-2:30p, Anderson Road

Internet Basics Tue, Sep 9, 11:30a-1:00p, Taylors Learn to surf the web using Internet Explorer. Registration required.

Protecting Your Home Computer Tue, Sep 9, 3:00p-4:00p, Main, Computer Lab Learn basic ways to stay safe online and keep your home computer updated with free software. Registration required.

Create Your Own Website Thu, Sep 11, 6:30p-8:00p, Augusta Road Learn to choose the right tools to create your website and practice basic HTML and CSS. Registration required.

Microsoft Word 2013 Learn to create and edit documents. Registration required. Fri, Sep 12, 2:00p-3:30p, Augusta Road Mon, Sep 15, 10:00a-12:00p, Fountain Inn Wed, Sep 17, 3:00p-5:00p, Main, Computer Lab Mon, Sep 29, 3:00p-4:00p, Pelham Road

Prepare for Tests Online Thu, Sep 18, 3:00p-4:30p, Anderson Road Prepare for the GED, SAT, GRE and more using online resources free via greenvillelibrary.org. Registration required.

EMPLOYMENT READINESS ACT® WorkKeys® Assessment Representatives of SC Works Greenville administer the ACT® WorkKeys® Assessment. Take this test for a chance to earn an ACT® National Career Readiness Certificate and improve your chances of gaining employment or a promotion. Free to qualifying test takers through the SC Work Ready Communities Initiative. Call 467-8857 to register. Tue, Aug 5, 9:30a-1:30p, Travelers Rest Wed, Sep 17, 9:30a-1:30p, Main, Computer Lab

Training for Manufacturing Jobs Wed, Aug 13 & Sep 10, 10:00a-12:30p, Main, Upper Level Natalie Milom, Goodwill CareerSkillsNow Job Coach, shares information and answers questions about free training available for careers in manufacturing.

Creating a Resume with Microsoft Word 2013 Thu, Aug 21, 6:30p-8:00p, Mauldin Explore templates and tools while designing your own resume. Registration required.

Job Interview Workshop Wed, Aug 27 & Sep 24, 2:30p-4:30p, Main, Meeting Room A Kimberly Martin, career advisor from Greenville Technical College, shares advice on preparing for an interview. Call 527-9258 to register.

Quick Jobs with a Future Tue, Sep 23, 6:30p-7:30p, Main, Meeting Room A Steve Hand, Quick Jobs Director at Greenville Technical College, shares advice on how to re-enter the workforce through affordable job skills training lasting 90 days or less.

Films Paperback Projections: Literary Film Series Join local educational film group The Film House for a screening of a movie (based on a play or book) followed by a discussion. All films rated G-PG13. Call 631-9242 for more information. Romeo+Juliet Fri, Aug 22, 6:00p-8:30p, Main, Meeting Room A a Midsummer Night’s Dream Sat, Aug 23, 3:00p-5:30p, Taylors Life of Pi Fri, Sep 19, 6:00p-8:30p, Main, Meeting Room A The Namesake Sat, Sep 20, 3:00p-5:30p, Greer

FINANCIAL EMPOWERMENT Saving for College Financial Advisor Corey Myers shows how to develop strategies to reach your college savings goal and reviews the features and benefits of a South Carolina 529 College Saving Plan. Tue, Aug 5 & Sep 16, 6:30p-7:30p, Mauldin Tue, Aug 26 & Sep 23, 6:30p-7:30p, Simpsonville

Scholarship Opportunities Tue, Aug 12, 6:00p-7:00p, Main, Meeting Room A Dr. Mary Grimes-McGreer, Greenville Center Director of the South Carolina State University, shares information on finding scholarships for college and how to write a winning essay.

Making a Budget with Microsoft Excel 2013 Wed, Sep 10, 4:00p-5:00p, Main, Computer Lab Learn the basics of Excel while you design a budget spreadsheet. Registration required.

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Freddie Mac Credit Smart® Sat, Sep 13 & 20, 9:00a-1:00p, Main, Meeting Room A Representatives from Greenville County Human Relations Commission teach skills to build and maintain better credit. Call 467-7095 to register.

Finding Grants for Individuals Tue, Sep 23, 3:30p-5:00p, Main, Computer Lab Learn to find grants for individuals using Foundation Center—an online resource available free via greenvillelibrary.org. Call 527-9258 to register.

Bankruptcy Counseling Thu, Sep 25, 6:00p-7:00p, Anderson Road Certified specialist in bankruptcy and debtorcreditor law Jane Downey explains debtor rights, the legal limits of actions that may be taken by creditors, the pros and cons of filing bankruptcy and bankruptcy chapters. Registration required.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

HOBBIES Unraveled: Knit and Crochet Group Improve your skills in the company of fellow enthusiasts. Bring your own yarn and needles/hooks. Sat, Aug 2 & Sep 6, 10:00a-12:00p, Travelers Rest Thu, Aug 7, 21 & Sep 4, 18, 10:00a-12:00p, Greer Thu, Aug 7 & Sep 4, 6:00p-8:00p, Mauldin Sat, Aug 9, 23 & Sep 6, 2:00p-4:00p, Simpsonville Sat, Aug 16 & Sep 20, 10:00a-12:00p, Taylors

Family Fun Night: Bingo Thu, Aug 7 & Sep 11, 6:00p-7:00p, Anderson Road Join us for an evening of Bingo! Prizes awarded to winners. Registration required.

Guitar Basics Sat, Aug 9, 10:00a-11:00a, Greer Learn string names, finger placement, commonly-used chords and methods of tuning, or come and listen. Bring your own guitar (optional).

Family Photos Photographer Esther Gambrell shares techniques for creating great family photos using composition concepts, lighting, settings and more. Tue, Aug 12, 10:00a-11:30a, Taylors Wed, Sep 10, 10:00a-11:30a, Greer Sat, Sep 27, 10:00a-11:30a, Main, Meeting Room A

Basic Digital Photography Award-winning photographer Michael Lamb demonstrates major features and icons, composition, camera care, how to use your camera’s scene modes and more. Registration require Mon, Aug 18, 6:00p-8:00p, Pelham Wed, Sep 17, 6:00p-8:00p, Taylors

Houseplants Thu, Aug 21, 7:00p-8:00p, Greer Master Gardener Polly Powell shares a simple plan for the selection, planting and maintenance of various kinds of houseplants.

Backyard Homesteading: Winter Garden Tue, Aug 26, 6:00p-7:30p, Anderson Road Sustainability Specialist with Bon Secours St. Francis Health System, Rebecca McKinney, shares information on planning a winter garden. Registration required.

Garden for Fall Tue, Aug 26, 7:00p-8:00p, Taylors Master Gardener Hedy Dreskin shares potting tips and how to update outdoor planters to reflect the change of season. Registration require

April All Year Long Thu, Aug 28, 6:00p-7:00p, Simpsonville Local dairy farmer Tom Trantham, discusses the 12 Aprils Program—a new grazing project sponsored by Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education (SARE). Registration required.

Backyard Chickens Scribblers Writing Group Kayaking in the Upstate Thu, Aug 7, 7:00p-8:00p, Travelers Rest Mark Miller and Ben Peters of the Foothills Paddling Club discuss techniques, equipment and the best places to paddle in the Upstate.

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

Sat, Aug 30, 10:00a-12:00p, Augusta Road Learn the basics of creating your own flock. Topics covered include choosing breeds, providing proper shelter and general chicken health and wellness.

Tue, Aug 12 & Sep 9, 7:00p-8:30p Simpsonville Thu, Aug 21 & Sep 25, 7:00p-8:30p, Main, Meeting Room A

Applique Basics

Self-Defense for Women Sat, Sep 20, 9:30a-10:30a, Mauldin Trained self-defense instructor Courtney Willson teaches simple precautions, defense moves and other ways to stay safe. Dress comfortably. Registration required.

Zumba Thu, Sep 25, 6:30p-7:30p, Mauldin Enjoy an invigorating workout as you learn basic Salsa steps. Registration required.

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Summer Gardening Thu, Aug 14, 7:00p-8:00p, Mauldin Master Gardener Susan Temple shares information on growing and maintaining your summer garden and protecting it during times of heat and drought. Registration required.

Sat, Aug 30, 10:00a-12:00p, Taylors Learn applique using both sewing and nosew techniques. Bring a small pillowcase to experiment on. All other materials provided. Registration required.

Intermediate Guitar Sat, Sep 6, 10:00a-11:00a, Greer Review guitar basics and learn advanced soloing techniques or come and listen. Bring your own guitar (optional).

Clases de la computadora en espanol These classes also presented in English. See listings on p. 6 & 7. ¡LO BÁSICO DE LA COMPUTADORA! Jue, Aug 14, 6:00p-8:00p, Main, Laboratorio de Computación Aprenda a usar el ratón, a utilizar la computadora y a abrir una cuenta gratuita de correo electrónico. Llame al 242-5000 x2634 para más información.

LO BÁSICO DEL INTERNET Jue, Aug 28, 6:00p-8:00p, Main, Laboratorio de Computación Aprenda a navegar por el internet y encontrar información, a leer una página de internet, y reciba recomendaciones para resguardar su seguridad en el internet. Los participantes deben tener habilidades básicas en el teclado y el ratón. Llame al 242-5000 x2634 para más información.

MICROSOFT WORD 2013 Para principiantes Jue, Sep 11, 6:00p-8:00p, Main, Laboratorio de Computación Aprenda a crear y editar documentos. Los participantes deben tener habilidades básicas en el teclado y el ratón. Llame al 242-5000 x2634 para más información.

Germán Ruiz Galarza with wife, Hecda.

hen Germán Ruiz Galarza heard

was happy to spend one-on-one

about adult computer classes

time with class participants to help

being presented in Spanish at the Hughes

them with computer related issues

Main Library last spring, “he came home

not covered during his presentation.

like it was Christmas day. He was very

Cancino also introduced Germán to

excited,” says Germán’s wife Hecda.

library resources for practicing and improving English speaking skills.

“He came home like it was Christmas day..."

Now that Germán can quickly

Get a Mango Languages account free with your library card. Download the free app for your mobile device.

navigate the internet and use computer software more efficiently, he renews his library materials,

Germán was already comfortable using

reads the news and checks his bank

a computer, but he says “when you don’t

account— all online. He also keeps

grow up with computers, you need to

up with friends and family via social

learn new things frequently.” He had

media forums. “The internet is the

attended other computer classes in the

way we communicate,” he says.

community, but those were presented in English limiting the amount of

“He is the one who tells me what is

personalized help he was able to receive.

going on downtown during the week,”

The series at the library was different,

adds Hecda, smiling.

though. JD Cancino, a Greenville County Library System staff member,

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The Versatile Goat

Jack White Lazaretto

Thu, Sep 18, 6:00p-7:00p, Simpsonville Judy Langley, President of the Board of the Southern Goat Producers Association, discusses the many uses of domestic goats. Registration required.

Download FREE MUSIC with your library card.

Raised Bed Gardening Thu, Sep 18, 7:00p-8:00p, Berea Master Gardener Jessi Spring discusses the basics of raised bed vegetable gardening including location choice, soil components, plant selection and construction.

Garden Photography Thu, Sep 25, 6:00p-7:00pm, Pelham Road Master Garden Heather Collins explains basic camera settings and gives tips on capturing the beauty of nature with your camera or cell phone.

Pin Cushion Craft

Spring Bulbs Thu, Sep 11, 7:00p-8:00p, Mauldin Master Gardener Suzy Seagrave discusses how to choose, plant and maintain bulbs. Registration required.

Water Conservation Tue, Sep 16, 7:00p-8:00p, Augusta Road Master Gardener Suzy Boghani shares information about water conservation and rain barrels. Registration required.

What I'm reading

Sat, Sep 27, 10:00a-12:00p, Taylors Celebrate National Sewing Month by making your own pin cushion/sewing kit container. Bring a jar with a lid. All other materials provided. Registration required.

Backyard Homesteading: Perennial Herbs, Vegetables and Fruits Tue, Sep 30, 6:00p-7:30p, Anderson Road Sustainability Specialist with Bon Secours St. Francis Health System, Rebecca McKinney, shares information on growing perennial edibles. Registration required.

What I'm listening to

Everybody's Got Something by: Robin Roberts

Brothers by: The Black Keys

FIND IT: B Roberts or CD/SPK B Roberts

FIND IT: CD/MUS 789.6 Black

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Youth Services

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Mon, Tue & Fri • 1:00p-8:00p Wed & Thu • 5:00p-8:00p Sat • 9:00a-5:00p Sun • 2:00p-5:00p

Hughes Main Library • Children's Area For ages 4 & under with a caregiver who is at least 15 years of age. Children ages 5-10 may also enter if visiting with a child age 0-4 and their caregiver. Call 864-527-9248.

LANGUAGE CLASSES Sign Language and Deaf Culture Tue, Sep 23 & 30, 6:30p-7:30p, Pelham Road* Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) certified interpreter Gloria Eoute discusses Sign Language and Deaf Culture. Learn Sign Language in context while discovering resources for further learning. Registration required. This is a four week class that continues on Oct 7 and 14.

What I'm watching Frozen

Justin

Travelers Rest Branch

FIND IT: J DVD Frozen

Jessica

Youth Services

Information and Registration

Programs at Main: Email TeenLibrarian@greenvillelibrary.org or call 527-9248. Programs at branches: See p.3 for branch contact information. 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.

BACK-TO-SCHOOL RESOURCES

BEGINNING CROCHET

Learn about online resources that are available free via greenvillelibrary.org and designed to help you with your school assignments. All ages.

Thu, Sept 11, 3:30p-5:00p, Augusta Road Learn to crochet while making colorful crocheted fall leaves. Ages 9-14. Registration required.

Sat, Aug 23, 10:00a-11:00a, Greer Fri, Sep 19, 4:00p-5:00p, Greer

STUDENT KEYBOARDING Sat, Sep 13, 2:00p-3:00p, Augusta Road Gain and improve basic keyboarding skills. Registration required.

SELF-DEFENSE Sat, Sep 20, 11:00a-12:00p, Mauldin Trained self-defense instructor Courtney Willson teaches simple precautions and defense moves. Dress comfortably. For teen girls with an adult caregiver. Registration required and opens Aug 4.

college prep TEEN VOLUNTEER DAY

TECH THURSDAY: MIT APP INVENTOR

Sat, Sep 6, 1:00p-4:00p, Main, Story Room Earn up to three volunteer hours. Ages 13-18. Registration required and opens Aug 4.

Thu, Sep 18, 6:30p-8:00p, Main, Computer Lab Explore app creations. Ages 12-18. Registration required and opens Aug 4.

FINDING ONLINE SCHOLARSHIPS

MUSIC EDITING

Thu, Sep 25, 6:30p-7:30p, Main, Computer Lab Discover scholarship resources available to help you pay for college. For parents and teens. Registration required and opens Aug 4.

Fri, Sep 19, 4:00p-5:00p, Fountain Inn Learn basic music editing using Audacityâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;free recording and editing software available online. Ages 12 and up. Registration required.

TEEN SCRIBBLERS: ZINE EDITION

HOBBIES

Sat, Sep 27, 12:00p-1:30p, Simpsonville Share your thoughts, writing and artwork while creating your own indie magazine.

ALL ABOUT ANIME Sat, Aug 16 & Sep 13, 3:00p-4:00p, Greer Discuss all things anime, make crafts and meet other anime enthusiasts. Anime attire/cosplay welcome! Ages 9-17. Registration required.

Level Up @ the Library Sat, Aug 16 & Sep 20, 3:00p-5:00p, Travelers Rest Join us for an afternoon of role-playing card games. Bring your own deck of cards for Pokemon, Magic the Gathering, and/or Munchkin.

TEEN SCRIBBLERS Tue, Aug 26 & Sep 23, 6:30p-8:00p, Main, Story Room Bring your best creative writing or come and be inspired.

HOMESCHOOL RESEARCH RESOURCES AND TOUR Tue, Sep 9, 10:00a-12:00p, Main, Computer Lab Explore our research resources and take a Behind the Scenes library tour. 4th grade and up with an adult caregiver. Registration required and opens Aug 4.

UPCOMING TEEN VOLUNTEER DAY Sat, Oct 4, 1:00p-4:00p, Main, Story Room Earn up to three volunteer hours. Ages 13-18. Registration required and opens Sep 4.

TEEN SCRIBBLERS: MEET A PROFESSIONAL WRITER Sat, Aug 30, 12:00p-1:30p, Simpsonville Sherita Pryor, writer for Sheen magazine, teaches you what it takes to become a writer.

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tours and programs by request The Greenville County Library System offers the following tours and programs for groups of 10 or more. Please call to schedule at least two weeks in advance. Call 527-9248 to schedule a tour or program at the Main library. Call the desired branch for a tour or program. See p. 3 for branch contact information. Please have the following information available when you call: Name of the school or group • Name, phone number, and email address of the group's primary contact person • Expected number of attendees • Age range of the group • Date/time preference with alternative • Name of tour or program (see descriptions below)

Safari Tour This is a look-and-find adventure. 30 min. (3rd-5th grade) AVAILABLE AT THE MAIN LIBRARY ONLY

behind the scenes tour Get a glimpse of the SC Room archives and the Computer Lab. Find out how new materials are prepared for checkout. 75 min. (5th grade and up)

AVAILABLE AT THE MAIN LIBRARY ONLY

story time Stories, music and movement activities. 30 min. (K3-5th grade)

DR SEUSS TOUR

computer lab/ reference tour

Children search for Dr. Seuss's characters as they explore the library. 30 min. (K5-2nd grade)

Library staff will guide students in accessing

DEWEY DECIMAL

the quality resources and services offered by the library system. Sessions can be tailored to student needs. 1.5 hours (5th grade and up)

793.4

Dive into the Dewey Decimal System with fun facts, a quack-tastic game and a flock of unforgettable friends. 45 min. (3rd-5th grade) AVAILABLE AT ALL LOCATIONS

LIBRARY It’s a great way to kick off the school year!

children's programs • Aug/Sep 2014 Find our calendar listings online at greenvillelibrary.org.

Information and Registration Programs at Main: 527-9248. Programs at branches: See p.3 for branch phone numbers. 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. library system holiday CLOSINGs Sun, Aug 31 & Mon, Sep 1 (Labor Day)

AUGUSTA ROAD Aug 7 | Charlotte’s Web Country Fair 11:00a-12:00p Sep 4, 11, 18, 25 | Story Time | 11:00a-11:30a

BEREA Sep 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 | Story Time | 10:30a-11:00a Sep 4 | Kindercraft | 10:00a-10:30a

FOUNTAIN INN

PELHAM ROAD

MAULDIN Sep 8, 15, 22, 29 | Story Time | 10:30a-11:00a Sep 15 | Craftime | 3:30p-4:15p

Eric Litwin

Mon, Sep 8, 6:30p-8:30p, Main Meeting Rooms A-C Mr. Eric is a guitar strumming, song singing, New York Times best-selling and national award winning author of the first four Pete the Cat books. He’ll perform some of these beloved stories and the new musical series The Nuts. Book signing to follow.* 6:30p-7:00p • Buy books (including pre-signed books) and enjoy cookies and juice. 7:00p-7:40p • Eric Litwin performs. 7:45p-8:30p • Have your book signed! *In order to join the signing line, each customer must purchase on-site at least one copy of The Nuts: Bedtime at the Nut House. Purchasing/preordering your book from Fiction Addiction (fictionaddiction.com) will give you a ticket to the signing line, too. Eric will sign one additional Pete the Cat book that he authored (per person).

weekly programs SENSORY STORY TIME: SILLY STORIES Fri, Sep 19, 10:00a-10:45a, Main, Story Room Join us for this monthly story time for children with special needs. Please contact us in advance to let us know how we can accommodate your child or group. Call 527-9248 or email SensoryStoryTime@greenvillelibrary.org.

Twilight Tales: STORIES IN A BOX Mon, Aug 4, 7:00p-7:30p, Main, Story Room Join us for stories, songs and a box filled with puppets and favorite stuffed toys. All ages. Children may wear pajamas. Adults must be accompanied by at least one child.

UPCOMING TWILIGHT TALES: MAGNETS Mon, Oct 6, 7:00p-7:30p, Main, Story Room Explore the magical pull of magnets through stories, science experiments and art activities. This is a STEAM program: Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math are integrated into activities. All ages.

Preschool programs resume Tue, Sep 2. Due to space limitations, many scheduled story times and special programs cannot accommodate groups. If you are seeking permission for your group of 3 or more, please call the location you wish to attend to check availability for a reservation. Groups that do not have prior library permission to attend a program will be denied admission.

Early Literacy Skills LK • Letter Knowledge NS • Narrative Skills PH • Phonological Awareness PA • Print Awareness PM • Print Motivation V • Vocabulary

Bouncing Babies PM V Stories, rhymes, music and bouncing games for babies 1 month-18 months with an adult caregiver. Tuesdays, 10:00a, Pelham Road Tuesdays, 10:00a, Simpsonville Tuesdays, 11:00a, Main, Story Room Wednesdays, 10:00a, Travelers Rest Thursdays, 10:30a, Taylors Thursdays, 11:00a, Main, Story Room

Mother Goose on the Loose PH PM V Rhymes, rhythm and fun for babies 1 month-24 months with an adult caregiver. Maximum of 3 children per adult caregiver. No groups. Attendance is limited to 40 per program. Get an admission ticket at the desk. Mondays, 10:30a, Greer Wednesdays, 10:00a & 11:00a, Simpsonville

Musical Jamboree PH PM V BILINGUAL STORY TIME/CUENTOS BILINGÜES Enjoy a 45-minute English/Spanish story time for all ages. Cuentos bilingües que durarán 45 minutos en inglés y español para todas las edades.

Explore children's literature using music, song and dance. For children ages 18 months-4 years. Monday & Thursday, 10:00a, Main, Story Room

Story Time NS PA PM V 30 minutes of stories, music and games for preschool children.

MY SCHOOL/MI ESCUELA Fri, Sep 5, 6:00p-6:45p, Main, Story Room MICE ARE NICE/UNOS RATONCITOS LINDOS Fri, Sep 12, 6:00p-6:45p, Main, Story Room

Mondays, 10:30a, Mauldin Mondays, 10:30a, Travelers Rest Tuesdays, 10:00a & 11:00a, Greer Tuesdays, 10:30a, Berea Wednesdays, 10:00a & 11:00a, Pelham Road Wednesdays, 10:30a, Fountain Inn Thursdays, 10:00a & 11:00a, Simpsonville Thursdays, 11:00a, Augusta Road Fridays, 10:30a, Taylors

HISPANIC HERITAGE/HERENCIA HISPANA Fri, Sep 19, 6:00p-6:45p, Main, Story Room FROGS AND TOADS / RANAS Y SAPOS Fri, Sep 26, 6:00p-6:45p, Main, Story Room

Toddler Tales PM V SATURDAY STORIES Bring your children/grandchildren for singing, dancing and stories. PIRATES Sat, Sep 13, 10:00a-10:30a, Main, Story Room FALL INTO FUN Sat, Sep 27, 10:00a-10:30a, Main, Story Room

30 minutes of stories, music and movement designed for toddlers 19+ months. Mondays, 11:00a, Main, Story Room Thursdays, 10:00a, Pelham Road - beginning Sep 11

UPCOMING BILINGUAL STORY TIME/CUENTOS BILINGÜES ERIC CARLE CLASSIC STORIES/CUENTOS CLÁSICOS DE ERIC CARLE Fri, Oct 3, 6:00p-6:45p, Main, Story Room Enjoy a 45-minute English/Spanish story time for all ages. Cuentos bilingües que durarán 45 minutos en inglés y español para todas las edades.

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SUMMER TEA PARTY SAFETY SERIES: POLICE

LET’S PRETEND: FAIRYTALE LANDS

Fri, Aug 1, 3:30p-4:30p, Fountain Inn Learn safety tips from local police. Ages 3-11. Registration required.

Fri, Sep 12, 10:30a-11:15a & 3:30p-4:15p, Main, Meeting Room A We'll begin with stories and songs that lead to pretend play. Dig for gems in the dwarves’ mine, dance at Cinderella’s ball, or build a house like the three little pigs. Ages 2-5. Registration required and opens Aug 15.

CHARLOTTE’S WEB COUNTRY FAIR Thu, Aug 7, 11:00a-12:00p, Augusta Road Enjoy stories and activities celebrating Charlotte, the amazing arachnid weaver. Ages 4-8. Registration required.

Ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver. APPLE & WORM CRAFT NS Thu, Sep 4, 10:00a-10:30a, Berea Enjoy stories about apples. Create a craft from egg cartons, markers and chenille stems. Registration required and opens Aug 14.

MY FIRST DRIVE-IN MOVIE Thu, Aug 14, 10:00a-11:00a, Main, Meeting Room C Transform a cardboard box into a pretend car and watch a short movie. Families should bring a box from home. All other materials provided. Ages 2-6. Registration required and opened Jul 17.

SAFETY SERIES: FIREFIGHTERS Fri, Aug 15, 3:30p-4:30p, Fountain Inn Learn safety tips from local firefighters. Ages 3-11. Registration required.

Trains Day Sat, Aug 16, 10:00a-4:00p, Main, Meeting Rooms A-C See working model trains including a 16x34 ft layout and then, run a Thomas the Tank Engine.

SALT PAINTING PM Enjoy stories and songs, and create art from glue, salt and paint. Registration required and opens Aug 29. Mon, Sep 15, 3:30p-4:00p, Simpsonville Thu, Sep 18, 10:00a-10:30a, Travelers Rest Mon, Sep 22, 3:30p-4:00p, Greer Fri, Sep 26, 10:30a-11:00a, Main, Story Room

Sat, Aug 30, 10:00a-12:00p, Simpsonville Sat, Sep 20, 10:00a-12:00p, Simpsonville

FALL CRAFT Tue, Sep 23, 3:30p-4:00p, Fountain Inn Celebrate the first day of fall by creating a colorful tree with paint and buttons. Ages 3-11. Registration required.

Fri, Sep 12, 4:00p-4:45p, Taylors Bring your board and join other players for a fun game of chess. Beginners to advanced players welcome. Ages 6-12.

BOOK CLUBS MAGIC TREE HOUSE BOOK CLUB Fri, Aug 29, 3:30p-4:30p, Anderson Road Read Tonight on the Titanic and come ready to explore Jack and Annie’s adventures with trivia, games and crafts. Ages 5-10. Registration required.

Crafts CRAFTIME Ages 5-11. Ages 5-10 with an adult caregiver.

COLORS Wed, Sep 3, 10:30a-11:00a, Main, Story Room PLANES, TRAINS AND AUTOMOBILES Wed, Sep 10, 10:30a-11:00a, Main, Story Room CONSTRUCTION Wed, Sep 17, 10:30a-11:00a, Main, Story Room OUR TOWN Wed, Sep 24, 10:30a-11:00a, Main, Story Room

UPCOMING

LAVA LAMPS Fri, Aug 8, 3:30p-4:30p, Anderson Road Make a lava lamp from recycled materials. Registration required. LIBRARY CARD POCKETS Celebrate National Library Card Sign-Up Month by making a pocket for your library card. Registration required and opens Aug 15. Mon, Sep 15, 3:30p-4:15p, Travelers Rest Mon, Sep 15, 3:30p-4:15p, Mauldin Tue, Sep 16, 3:30p-4:15p, Greer Thu, Sep 18, 3:30p-4:15p, Main Thu, Sep 18, 3:30p-4:15p, Simpsonville Fri, Sep 19, 3:30p-4:15p, Taylors

MINI-MAKERS: PETS Wed, Oct 1, 10:00a-10:30a, Main, Story Room

YOGA FOR KIDS Wed, Sep 10, 3:30p-4:30p, Pelham Road Learn basic poses through music and stories. Bring your own yoga mat or towel. All ages. Registration required and opens Aug 13.

CHESS CLUB

Enjoy a story and create items using your imagination and provided materials. Ages 2-5 with an adult caregiver.

FAIRYLAND ADVENTURE Fri, Sep 5, 3:30p-4:30p, Anderson Road Listen to enchanting stories, make a wand, experience a visit from the Book Fairy and more. Ages 3-10 with an adult caregiver. Registration required.

Tue, Sep 9, 3:30p-4:15p, Greer Learn what life was like during the colonial period through books, games and crafts. Theme-based costumes welcome. Ages 5-11. Registration required.

MINI-MAKERS NEW!

LOWE’S BUILD & GROW KIDS CLINIC All materials will be supplied for you to create a oneof-a-kind wooden project. Ages 4 and up with an adult caregiver. Registration required. This program is made possible by Lowe’s of Simpsonville.

ADVENTURES IN HISTORY: COLONIAL U.S.

KINDERCRAFT

SESAME STREET BLOCK PARTY Mon, Aug 11, 10:30a-11:30a, Travelers Rest Join us for stories, games and a craft featuring Sesame Street characters. Ages 2-6 with an adult caregiver. Registration required.

Fri, Aug 15, 3:30p-4:30p, Anderson Road Join us for stories, games, crafts and refreshments. Ages 5-12. Registration required.

HOME SCHOOL PROGRAMS SCIENCE STATION: OPTICAL ILLUSIONS

LIBRARY LEGO

Bring your LEGO® bricks and let your imagination go wild. Ages 5-12. Registration required Fri, Aug 1, 3:30p-4:30p, Anderson Road Fri, Sep 12, 3:30p-4:30p, Anderson Road

Learn about optical illusions and make your own. Ages 6-12 with an adult caregiver. Registration required and opens Aug 4. Fri, Sep 5, 10:30a-11:30a, Travelers Rest Fri, Sep 12, 10:30a-11:30a, Greer

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Your library in the community Touch a Truck

Saturday, September 13, 10:00a-2:00p Westside Park 2700 W. Blue Ridge Drive Greenville, 29611 Climb aboard the Bookmobile as well as dump trucks, fire trucks and 18 wheelers at this free hands-on event for children.

Loweâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Safety Saturday

Saturday, September 27, 10:00a-2:00p Loweâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in Simpsonville 3958 Grandview Dr Simpsonville, 29680 Staff from your library in Simpsonville will see you at this free, fun and educational family friendly event that offers demonstrations from experts on protecting your family and staying safe.

Dawn, Diana, Judy and Tony Outreach Services

The United States Constitution requires schools to respect the right of all external organizations to distribute flyers to students at school if the school permits any such organization to distribute flyers. 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.

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