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Dec 2013/Jan 2014 Calendar of Events Programs p. 6-15 Porkchop Productions presents: Holly and the Snowman p. 9 Star Wars Galactic Adventure p. 9

Dear Readers Where has the year gone? I’m sure you’ve heard the adage that the older one gets, the faster time seems to pass. I have a hard time believing how quickly another month has gone by when I turn the page on my wall calendar. Your library staff has been quite busy behind the scenes during 2013. We have made improvements to our wireless network, providing you with the fastest access available for us to offer. And our downloadable services now include free access to over 180 magazine titles in addition to thousands of eBooks, audiobooks and songs. In the coming year, we will continue to pursue ways to make every library experience—whether in-person or on the web—as rewarding and enjoyable as possible. Please make sure that we have current contact information for you. With our new automated system, we are able to notify you by phone or email with courtesy reminders and updates when on-hold materials are ready. ‘ Best wishes for a happy, healthy and prosperous 2014,

Greenville County Library System dec 2013/Jan 2014 Mission

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

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 the GCLS newsletter mailed to your home. Call 527-9291 for more information.

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.

Ayada en su idioma/ Spanish Speaker Availability

Para ayudar con sus preguntas sobre la biblioteca, habrá un ayudante bilingüe a su disposición cada primer sábado del mes 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 on the first Saturday of every month in the Children’s Area of the Hughes Main Library. Call Cindy Frellick at 242-5000 ext. 2634 for more information.

Beverly James Executive Director

Library Board of Trustees Mr. Joe L. Allen • Mrs. Susan Barry (Secretary) • Mr. Chace Campbell Mr. Douglas Churdar (Chairman) • Mr. Robert Clark (Vice-Chairman)

WINTER HAIKU Here we are again Saying goodbye to one year, Greeting another. Sunlight warms the chill Squirrels forage for lost nuts Hungry birds linger. Message to myself: Curl up with a cat and book, Escape the frenzy.

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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 Community Engagement communications@greenvillelibrary.org adult programming Coordinator• Mary Frances Milford Community Engagement Coordinator • Daneen Schatzle Graphic Designer • Michelle Hannon Community Engagement Manager • Lee Turza Youth Services manager Karen Allen • kallen@greenvillelibrary.org

Locations & hours Support Your Library

Hughes Main Library | 864-242-5000 25 Heritage Green Place, Greenville 29601 Mon-Fri • 9:00a-9:00p Sat • 9:00a-6:00p Sun • 2:00p-6:00p Anderson Road (West) Branch | 864-269-5210 2625 Anderson Road, Greenville 29611 Mon-Thu • 9:00a-9:00p Fri-Sat • 9:00a-6:00p Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch | 864-277-0161 100 Lydia Street, Greenville 29605 Mon-Thu • 9:00a-9:00p Fri-Sat • 9:00a-6:00p Berea (Sarah Dobey Jones) Branch | 864-246-1695 111 N. Highway 25 Bypass, Greenville 29617 Mon-Thu • 9:00a-9:00p Fri-Sat • 9:00a-6:00p Fountain Inn (Kerry Ann Younts Culp) Branch 864-862-2576 311 N. Main Street, Fountain Inn 29644 Mon-Thu • 9:00a-9:00p Fri-Sat • 9:00a-6:00p

Holiday shopping with bundles of bargains!

Greer (Jean M. Smith) Branch | 864-877-8722 505 Pennsylvania Avenue, Greer 29650 Mon-Thu • 9:00a-9:00p Fri-Sat • 9:00a-6:00p Mauldin (W. Jack Greer) Branch | 864-277-7397 800 W. Butler Road, Greenville 29607 Mon-Thu • 9:00a-9:00p Fri-Sat • 9:00a-6:00p Pelham Road (F.W. Symmes) Branch | 864-288-6688 1508 Pelham Road, Greenville 29615 Mon-Thu • 9:00a-9:00p Fri-Sat • 9:00a-6:00p

LIBRARY HOLIDAY CLOSINGS Tuesday, December 24 for Christmas Eve Wednesday, December 25 for Christmas Day Tuesday, December 31 at 6:00p for New Year's Eve Wednesday, January 1 for New Year's Day Monday, January 20 for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day All programs are free unless otherwise noted. Park FREE at Hughes Main Library on Heritage Green evenings and weekends.

Simpsonville (Hendricks) Branch | 864-963-9031 626 N. E. Main Street, Simpsonville 29681 Mon-Thu • 9:00a-9:00p Fri-Sat • 9:00a-6:00p Taylors (Burdette) Branch | 864-268-5955 316 W. Main Street, Taylors 29687 Mon-Thu • 9:00a-9:00p Fri-Sat • 9:00a-6:00p Travelers Rest (Sargent) Branch | 864-834-3650 17 Center Street, Travelers Rest 29690 Mon-Thu • 9:00a-9:00p Fri-Sat • 9:00a-6:00p Bookmobile | 864-527-9252 Visit greenvillelibrary.org for locations. 3

adult programs • dec 2013/Jan 2014 Check out our calendar listings online at greenvillelibrary.org.

ANDERSON ROAD

AUGUSTA ROAD

BEREA

FOUNTAIN INN

Dec 7, Jan 18 | Upcycled Craft | 2:00p-3:00p

GREER

Dec 5, 19, Jan 2, 16 | Unraveled | 10:00a-12:00p Dec 11, Jan 8 | Story time for Grownups 12:10p-12:50p

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MAULDIN

PELHAM ROAD

SIMPSONVILLE

TAYLORS

MILITARY FAMILy CONNECTION Connect with distant loved ones who are in the military using Skype for up to one hour on a library computer during this holiday season. Pre-arrange a "meeting" date and time with your active service member and call one of the library locations below to reserve a Skype session in a private room. A library card is not required to participate. Call 527-9258 for more information and for reservations at the Main Library location. Berea Sat, Dec 14 & 21, 9:00a-6:00p Mon, Dec 16 & 23, 5:00p-9:00p Tue, Dec 17, 5:00p-9:00p Main Mon, Dec 16-Fri, Dec 20, 10:00a-8:00p Sat, Dec 21 & 28, 10:00a-5:00p Mon, Dec 23, 10:00a-8:00p Thu, Dec 26, 10:00a-8:00p Fri, Dec 27, 10:00a-8:00p Mauldin Mon, Dec 16-Tue, Dec 17, 10:00a-11:00a & 3:30p-4:30p Wed, Dec 18, 3:30p-4:30p Thu, Dec 19, 7:00p-8:00p Sat, Dec 21, 10:30a-11:30a

Travelers Rest Thu, Dec 19, 10:30a-12:00p, 1:30p-3:00p, 5:30p-7:00p Fri, Dec 20, 10:30a-12:00p & 1:30p-3:00p

TRAVELERS REST

CHILDCARE TRAINING

Tue, Dec 17 & Jan 21, 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 childcare facility. Parents may also benefit from attending. Cost is $15 per class. Call 355-6053 to register.

STORY TIME FOR GROWNUPS Information & registration for programs at Main: 527-9293.

Wed, Dec 11 & Jan 8, 12:10p-12:50p, Greer Bring your lunch and listen to some exciting short stories!

Information & registration for programs at branches: See p.3 for branch phone numbers.

ROBERT BURNS NIGHT

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.

Thu, Jan 23, 7:00p-8:30p, Taylors Share a night of Scottish culture and celebrate the literature and life of Robert Burns. Samplings of traditional foods will be served. Registration required.

Book Discussions Mon, Dec 9, 1:00p-2:30p, Travelers Rest Bring a favorite book to share with group. Mon, Dec 9, 2:00p-3:00p, Taylors Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn. Tue, Dec 10, 6:00p-7:00p, Augusta Road Fences by August Wilson. Thu, Dec 19, 1:00p-2:00p, Simpsonville Defending Jacob by Jacob Landay. Mon, Jan 13, 1:00p-2:30p, Travelers Rest Wolf Hall by Hilary Mantel. Mon, Jan 13, 2:00p-3:00p, Taylors A Fatal Winter by G. M. Malliet. Tue, Jan 14, 6:00p-7:00p, Augusta Road The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness by Michelle Alexander. Thu, Jan 23, 1:00p-2:00p, Simpsonville The Secret Keeper by Kate Morton. Tue, Jan 28, 10:00a-11:00a, Berea The Red Heart by Alexander Thom.

Computer Classes

Call 527-9258 to register for sessions at Main.

EBOOKS @ THE LIBRARY Learn to download free eBooks via the library system’s website. Bring your library card and eReader or mobile device. Wed, Dec 11, 3:30p-5:00p, Main, Computer Training Lab Wed, Jan 8, 3:30p-5:00p, Main, Computer Training Lab

MICROSOFT word 2010 Learn how to create and edit documents. Participants must have basic typing skills and be able to use a mouse. Registration required. Thu, Dec 12, 10:00a-11:30a, Pelham Road Wed, Jan 15, 10:00a-11:00a, Mauldin Sat, Jan 18, 2:00p-3:30p, Augusta Road Thu, Jan 23, 3:00p-4:00p, Main, Computer Training Lab Tue, Jan 28, 7:00p-8:30p, Main, Computer Training Lab

HELLO COMPUTER!

MAKING A BUDGET WITH EXCEL 2010

Learn to use a mouse, navigate a computer and set up a free email account. Registration required.

Learn the basics of Excel while you design a budget spreadsheet. Participants must have basic typing skills and be able to use a mouse. Registration required.

Thu, Jan 9, 7:00p-8:00p, Main, Computer Training Lab Tue, Jan 14, 9:30a-11:30a, Main, Computer Training Lab Sat, Jan 18, 9:30a-10:30a, Augusta Road

HELLO COMPUTER! WHAT’S NEXT?

Sat, Jan 18, 11:00a-12:00p, Augusta Road Learn to access and use your email, navigate the internet, create folders, save and retrieve files, and master copying and pasting. Registration required.

employment readiness WORKPLACE COMPUTER SKILLS

Thu, Jan 9, 10:00a-11:30a, Anderson Road Learn basic computer skills that are essential in the workplace. Participants must have basic typing skills and be able to use a mouse. Registration required.

financial empowerment Money Saving APPS

Sat, Jan 18, 4:00p-5:30p, Augusta Road Thu, Jan 23, 10:00a-11:30a, Pelham Road

VITA: VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE Qualified volunteers will provide free income tax assistance. Call United Way at 211 to reserve an appointment. Otherwise, services will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Anderson Road Mondays, Feb 3-Apr 14*, 5:00p-8:00p Tuesdays, Jan 28-Apr 8, 5:00p-8:00p *No VITA on Mon, Feb 17 Fountain Inn Saturdays, Feb 1-Apr 12, 12:00p-4:00p Main Wednesdays, Jan 29-Apr 9, 10:00a-5:00p Travelers Rest Tuesdays, Feb 4-Apr 8, 4:00p-8:30p Thursdays, Jan 30-Apr 10, 4:00p-8:30p

Wed, Jan 8, 6:00p-7:30p, Anderson Road Learn to save money with free apps for your tablet, Android or iPhone. Bring your mobile device. Registration required.

Simpsonville Fridays, Jan 31-Apr 11, 10:00a-4:00p

FREDDIE MAC CREDITSMART®

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Sat, Jan 25 & Feb 1, 9:00a-1:00p, Augusta Road Learn to build and maintain better credit. Take control of your money and get credit smart now! Presented by Greenville County Human Relations Commission. Call 467-7095 to register.

IDA INFORMATION Representatives from Greenville County Human Relations Commission will explain Individual Development Accounts (IDAs)—matched savings accounts that help low-to-moderate income individuals increase their financial stability through the purchase of a long-term asset such as a home, post-secondary education or small business. Call 467-7095 for more information. Tue, Jan 14, 12:00p-1:00p, Main, Meeting Room A Tue, Jan 21, 12:00p-1:00p, Augusta Road Tue, Jan 28, 12:00p-1:00p, Taylors

TRACK YOUR HEALTH

Fri, Jan 10, 10:00a-11:00a, Anderson Road Learn about online resources and free apps for your tablet, Android or iPhone that can help you reach your health goals. Bring your mobile device.

ZUMBA

Thu, Jan 30, 6:00p-7:00p, Anderson Road Enjoy an invigorating workout as you learn basic Salsa steps. Registration required.

HOBBIES AND WORKSHOPS PINTEREST FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Thu, Dec 5, 6:00p-7:00p, Anderson Road Find holiday craft ideas using Pinterest and create a Christmas tree made from ribbon and beads. Supplies provided. Registration required.

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UNRAVELED: KNIT AND CROCHET GROUP Join a group of fellow fiber enthusiasts for some crafty mingling! Bring your own yarn and needle/hooks.

cindy youth services

What I'm reading The Hummingbird's Daughter: A Novel by Luis Alberto Urrea FIND IT: Fic Urrea

Thu, Dec 5 & Jan 2, 6:00p-8:00p, Mauldin Thu, Dec 5 & 19 and Jan 2 & 16, 10:00a-12:00p, Greer Sat, Dec 7 & Jan 4, 10:00a-12:00p, Travelers Rest Sat, Dec 14 & 28 and Jan 11 & 25, 2:00p-4:00p, Simpsonville Sat, Dec 14 & Jan 11, 10:00a-12:00p, Berea

UPCYCLED CRAFT: T-SHIRT SCARF

Sat, Dec 7, 2:00p-3:00p, Fountain Inn Transform a t-shirt into a cozy scarf. Bring your own t-shirt(s). Registration required.

SCRIBBLERS WRITING GROUP Bring your best work or come and be inspired. Tue, Dec 10 & Jan 14, 7:00p-8:30p, Simpsonville Mon, Dec 16 & Jan 27, 6:30p-8:00p, Travelers Rest

CHESS

Thu, Dec 12 & Jan 9, 6:00p-7:30p, Taylors Learn the basics and play matches. Bring your own chess set (optional). Registration required.

UPCYCLED CRAFT: GREEN HOLIDAY

shannon youth services

What I'm listening to The Flying Cup Club Beirut FIND IT: CD/MUS 789.6 Beirut

Sat, Dec 14, 10:00a-12:00p, Augusta Road Create gifts and ornaments from discarded books, cds, vhs tapes and vinyl records. Supplies provided. Registration required.

UPCYCLED CRAFT: GLASS ORNAMENTS Tue, Dec 17, 7:00p-8:00p, Travelers Rest Transform a plain glass globe into a work of art for your tree. Registration required.

FUN WITH COUPONS

Thu, Jan 9, 6:00p-7:00p, Anderson Road Learn to save money by couponing. Registration required.

SWING DANCING

mattie taylors branch

What I'm watching North by Northwest FIND IT: DVD North

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Wed, Jan 15, 6:30p-8:00p, Main, Meeting Rooms A-B Get introduced to this jazzy dance as you learn the basic steps. Call 242-5000 ext 2162 for more information.

THROUGH THE LENS: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA

Sat, Jan 18, 10:00a-12:00p, Pelham Road Learn major features and icons, composition, camera care, how to use your camera’s scene modes and more. Registration required.

SPINNING DEMONSTRATION

Sat, Jan 18, 10:00a-12:00p, Taylors Enjoy a fun and informative spinning demonstration by expert spinner Elizabeth Zane, and learn the many uses for this fiber craft and the difference between raw and spun wool.

UPCYCLED CRAFT: TIN CAN STORAGE Sat, Jan 18, 2:00p-3:00p, Fountain Inn Turn ordinary tin cans into decorative storage containers. Bring clean, empty cans. Registration required.

COLD WEATHER CROPS

Thu, Jan 23, 7:00p-8:00p, Mauldin Master Gardener Suzy Boghani shares advice on how to plant and grow cold weather vegetables. Registration required.

UPCYCLED CRAFT: CASSETTE TAPE WALLETS

Tue, Jan 28, 7:00p-8:00p, Travelers Rest Transform music cassettes into new retro wallets. Bring cassettes of any color. Registration required.

LANGUAGE CLASSES INTRODUCTION TO SIGN LANGUAGE

Sat, Jan 18 & 25, 10:00a-11:00a, Mauldin Learn to sign the alphabet, numbers, simple words and expressions in this two-part class. Registration required.

Upcoming Freddie Mac CreditSmart®

Sat, Feb 1, 9:00a-1:00p, Augusta Road Learn to build and maintain better credit. Take control of your money and get credit smart now! Presented by Greenville County Human Relations Commission. Call 467-7095 to register.

Tween & Teen programs

Dec 2013/jan 2014 Check out our calendar listings online at greenvillelibrary.org.

ANDERSON ROAD

augusta road

Dec 7 | Upcycled Craft: Holiday Ornaments 2:00p-3:30p Jan 11 | Upcycled Craft: Radical Handbags 2:00p-3:30p

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simpsonville

Jan 18 | Teen Scribblers | 11:00a-12:30p

Information & registration for programs at Main: 527-9248 or TeenLibrarian@greenvillelibrary.org. Information & registration for programs at branches: See p. 3 for branch phone numbers.

STUDENT KEYBOARDING

Sat, Jan 11, 10:00a-12:00p, Anderson Road Gain and improve basic keyboarding skills. All ages. Registration required.

COLLEGE PREP TEEN VOLUNTEER DAY Earn up to three volunteer hours. Ages 13-18. Registration required and opens 1 month prior. Sat, Dec 7, 1:00p-4:00p, Main, Meeting Room A Sat, Jan 4, 1:00p-4:00p, Main, Meeting Room A

SCHOLARSHIP RESOURCES

Thu, Jan 9, 6:30p-7:30p, Main, Meeting Room A Discover reputable online scholarship resources. Registration required.

Get 3 FREE music downloads a week with your library card. yes, free. greenvillelibrary.org > Downloads SAT PRACTICE TEST

Sat, Jan 25, 9:30a-1:00p, Main, Meeting Rooms A-C Take a free practice test provided by Sylvan Learning. Then, join us on Feb 27 for an in-depth analysis of your scores. For 10th-12th graders. Registration required and opens Dec 16.

CRAFTS UPCYCLED CRAFT: HOLIDAY ORNAMENTS

FINANCIAL EMPOWERMENT MONEY SMART FOR TEENS: PAYING FOR COLLEGE AND CARS

Thu, Dec 5, 6:30p-7:30p, Main, Meeting Room A Learn about the different types of installment loans—including car and student loans. For 8th-12th graders. Registration required and opened Nov 7.

GAMES

Sat, Dec 7, 2:00p-3:30p, Augusta Road Use scraps of material and puzzle pieces to create “green” ornaments that will have you tweeting #happyholidaysmotherearth. Ages 9-17. Supplies provided. Registration required.

WII PLAY

HOLIDAY CRAFTING OPEN HOUSE

HOBBIES AND WORKSHOPS

Thu, Dec 12, 4:15p-5:30p, Main, Story Room Celebrate the holidays with a variety of crafts. Ages 9-17. Registration required and opened Nov 11.

UPCYCLED CRAFT: RADICAL HANDBAGS Sat, Jan 11, 2:00p-3:30p, Augusta Road Use discarded records and cassettes to create handbags that will have everyone tweeting #wheredidyougetthatbag. Ages 9-17. Registration required.

POP TAB CRAFT

Fri, Jan 24, 3:30p-4:30p, Anderson Road Learn to make bracelets from recyclable materials. Ages 17 and under. Registration required.

Sat, Dec 14, 2:00p-4:00p, Anderson Road Bring friends to play board games or Nintendo Wii. Games provided. Ages 17 and under.

TEEN SCRIBBLERS Bring your best creative writing or come and be inspired. Tue, Dec 17, 6:30p-8:00p, Main, Story Room Sat, Jan 18, 11:00a-12:30p, Simpsonville Tue, Jan 28, 6:30p-8:00p, Main, Story Room

TECH THURSDAY: CODE ACADEMY HTML/CSS

Thu, Jan 30, 6:30p-8:00p, Main, Training Lab Learn needed code to create websites. Registration required and opens Dec 16.

Museum & Gallery at Heritage Green ArtBreak, December 11 at noon: Victorian Christmas Drop-in, December 14, 10a.m. – 5 p.m.: Visit www.bjumg.org for information on hours, admissions, and event fees.

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children's programs • dec 2013/Jan 2014 Check out our calendar listings online at greenvillelibrary.org.

ANDERSON ROAD

AUGUSTA ROAD

BEREA

Dec 3 & Jan 7, 14, 21, 28 | Story Time 10:30a-11:00a Jan 23 | KinderCraft: Clay Snowman 10:00a-10:30a

FOUNTAIN INN

Dec 4 & Jan 8, 15, 22, 29 | Story Time 10:30a-11:00a Dec 13 | Reindeer: Story & Craft | 3:30p-4:00p

GREER

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TAYLORS Hughes Main Library Children's Area • 864-527-9248 For ages 5 & under with an adult caregiver.

MAULDIN

Dec 2 & Jan 6, 13, 27 | Story Time | 10:30a-11:00a

PELHAM ROAD

SIMPSONVILLE

Dec 3 & Jan 7, 14, 21, 28 | Bouncing Babies 10:00a-10:30a Dec 4 & Jan 8, 15, 22, 29 | Mother Goose on the Loose | 10:00a-10:30a & 11:00a-11:30a Dec 5 & Jan 9, 16, 23, 30 | Story Time 10:00a-10:30a & 11:00a-11:30a

TRAVELERS REST

HOLIDAY CLOSINGS Tuesday, December 24 Wednesday, December 25 Tuesday, December 31 at 6:00p Wednesday, January 1 Monday, January 20

Information & registration for programs at Main: 527-9248. Information & registration for 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.

GREENVILLE COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART PRESENTS: SABUDA AND REINHART: WIZARDS OF POP! Ends Dec 31 Explore the art of pop-up book engineers Robert Sabuda and Matthew Reinhart. Visit greenvillelibrary.org for more information about available library tours. Educators: Coordinate a visit to the Main Library in conjunction with viewing this exhibit at Greenville County Museum of Art. Call 527-9248 (through Dec 20) to schedule your group of 10 or more for a library program or tour. Call 271-7570 x1017 to schedule your group of 10 or more for an art museum program.

WHERE’S THE GINGERBREAD MAN? Find the Gingerbread Man and his friends! Hear a story, play a game and decorate gingerbread cookies. Ages 3-11. Registration required and opened Nov 13. Wed, Dec 11, 3:30p-4:30p, Pelham Road Fri, Dec 13, 3:30p-4:30p, Main, Story Room

LOLLIPOPS CONCERT Greenville Symphony Orchestra (GSO) and the GSO Wind Quintet present this musical program featuring the book Olive, the Other Reindeer. Sat, Dec 14, 10:00a-10:30a, Simpsonville Sat, Dec 14, 11:30a-12:00p, Main, Meeting Rooms A-C

SENSORY STORY TIME

Thu, Jan 16, 6:30p-7:15p, Main, Story Room Join us for this monthly story time for children with special needs and their families. Please contact us in advance to let us know how we can accommodate your child. Call 527-9248 or email SensoryStoryTime@greenvillelibrary.org.

STUFFED ANIMAL SLEEPOVER

Thu, Jan 16, 7:00p-7:30p, Pelham Road Wear your pj’s and join us for a bedtime story. Leave your medium-sized stuffed animal at the library for a sleepover. On Jan 21, pick up your stuffed animal and a photo of its sleepover adventure! Ages 2-7. Registration required and opens Dec 19.

Holiday Special PORKCHOP PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS: HOLLY AND THE SNOWMAN This fun-filled play, brought to you by Friends of the Library, will put audiences of all ages in the holiday spirit! Best enjoyed by ages 4 and up. Seating is limited to meet fire code regulations. Mon, Dec 2, 4:00p-4:45p, Travelers Rest Mon, Dec 2, 7:00p-7:45p, Main, Meeting Rooms A-C (Twilight Tales) Tue, Dec 3, 4:00p-4:45p, Greer Wed, Dec 4, 4:00p-4:45p, Pelham Road Thu, Dec 5, 4:00p-4:45p, Simpsonville Fri, Dec 6, 4:00p-4:45p, Taylors

LOLLIPOPS CONCERT Greenville Symphony Orchestra (GSO) and the GSO String Quintet present this musical program featuring the book The Really Awful Musicians. Sat, Jan 18, 10:00a-10:30a, Greer Sat, Jan 18, 11:30a-12:00p, Main, Meeting Rooms A-C

STAR WARS GALACTIC ADVENTURE

Fri, Jan 24, 6:00p-7:00p, Main, Meeting Rooms A-C Join young Jedi Knights from all over the galaxy for a Star Wars adventure at the library. Enjoy games and activities along with real live Star Wars characters from the 501st Legion. Costumes are encouraged for this family event. Please leave weaponry at home.

HOLIDAY & SEASONAL CHRISTMAS STORIES WITH BETTY FARR Sat, Dec 7, 11:00a-12:00p, Augusta Road Local storyteller Betty Farr shares Christmas stories, treats and surprises. All ages welcome.

READING WITH RINGLING BROS®! Special Winter Reading Program Allows Children to Earn Circus Tickets! Begins Mon, Dec 9 For children ages 2-12. Visit greenvillelibrary.org > Kids > Events for more information.

TWILIGHT TALES

All ages welcome. Children may wear pajamas. Adults must be accompanied by at least one child.

HOLIDAY SPECIAL PORKCHOP PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS: HOLLY AND THE SNOWMAN

Mon, Dec 2, 7:00p-7:45p, Main, Meeting Rooms A-C Best enjoyed by ages 4 and up. Seating is limited to meet fire code regulations.

HOT & COLD

Mon, Jan 6, 7:00p-7:30p, Main, Story Room Explore hot and cold through icy stories and a hot chocolate inspired craft.

UPcoming TWILIGHT TALES: I  BOOKS

Mon, Feb 3, 7:00p-7:30p, Main, Story Room Celebrate the season of love with stories and songs about love and hearts. Create a heart-shaped craft to take home. All ages.

LOLLIPOPS CONCERT Greenville Symphony Orchestra (GSO) and GSO percussionist, Sherwood Mobley, present this musical program featuring the book Click Clack Moo: Cows That Type. Sat, Feb 8, 10:00a-10:30a, Simpsonville Sat, Feb 8, 11:30a-12:00p, Main, Meeting Rooms A-C

CHRISTMAS Fun

Sat, Dec 14, 3:00p-4:30p, Greer Join us for Christmas stories, carols, cookies and a craft. All ages.

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RHYTHM & RHYMES Join us in this music class as we explore music and stories through singing, dancing and musical instruments. Ages 18 months-5 years. Attendance is limited to 25 families per program. Pull an admission ticket at the door. HOLIDAY MUSIC Fri, Dec 6, 10:00a-10:30a, Anderson Road LATIN MUSIC Fri, Jan 10, 10:00a-10:30a & 11:00a-11:30a, Greer

BABIES PLAY DATE

Tue, Dec 17, 11:00a-11:45a, Main, Story Room Join us for a morning of songs, bubbles and play time. Ages 1-18 months with an adult caregiver.

LET’S PRETEND: DOWN ON THE FARM

Fri, Jan 10, 10:30a-11:15a & 3:30p-4:15p Main, Meeting Room A We begin with farm stories and songs that lead to pretend play. Children can collect eggs, ride stick horses or plow the fields. Ages 2-5. Registration required and opens Dec 13.

RAINBOWLICIOUS TEA PARTY

Thu, Jan 16, 3:30p-4:30p, Augusta Road Join us as we celebrate Victoria Kann’s Pinkalicious book series with a tea party and fun activities. Colorful attire is encouraged. Ages 3-8 with an adult caregiver. Registration required.

NEW! storyventures Join us for our new series based on the Reggio Emilia philosophy. Children will be introduced to stories and materials in a way that will ignite their sense of wonder and curiosity. Parents/caregivers will learn techniques for guiding and documenting their child's explorations and discoveries. Ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver. Maximum of 2 children per adult caregiver. Due to space limitations, we cannot accommodate groups. Registrants must be able to attend all four programs. Registration required and opens Jan 6. Fri, Jan 31 and Feb 7, 21 & 28, 11:00a-12:00p, Main, Meeting Room A

For more information about the Reggio philosophy, be sure to visit the Wonder of Learning exhibit opening at McAlister Square in late January.

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.

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TALES OF CHRISTMAS/CUENTOS NAVIDEÑOS Fri, Dec 6, 6:00p-6:45p, Main, Story Room OPPOSITES/OPUESTOS Fri, Jan 10, 6:00p-6:45p, Main, Story Room MY TOOTH!/¡MI DIENTE! Fri, Jan 17, 6:00p-6:45p, Main, Story Room TELL ME A TALE/ZAPATITO ROTO, CUÉNTAME USTED OTRO Fri, Jan 31, 6:00p-6:45p, Main, Story Room

HOLIDAY & SEASONAL HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE

Thu, Dec 5, 10:30a-11:30a, Main, Meeting Room A Hear Christmas stories, sing carols, trim the tree and make ornaments. Ages 1 month-4 years with an adult caregiver. (This program replaces Bouncing Babies and Musical Jamboree at this location.)

REINDEER: STORY & CRAFT

Fri, Dec 13, 3:30p-4:00p, Fountain Inn Hear a reindeer story and make a reindeer puppet. Ages 3-5. Registration required.

KINDERCRAFT

For ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver.

REINDEER ORNAMENTS PM

Wed, Dec 4, 10:30a-11:00a, Main, Story Room Celebrate the holiday season with stories and make an ornament from peat pots and chenille stems. Registration required and opened Nov 13.

CLAY SNOWMAN NS Hear winter stories and create a snowman from clay and beads. Registration required and opens Dec 18. Wed, Jan 8, 10:30a-11:00a, Main, Story Room Mon, Jan 13, 10:30a-11:00a, Simpsonville Thu, Jan 23, 10:00a-10:30a, Berea Mon, Jan 27, 3:30p-4:00p, Greer

REGGIO INSPIRED ART NS Listen to Perfect Square by Michael Hall and create artwork from all types of paper. Registration required and opens Dec 26. Wed, Jan 15, 10:30a-11:00a, Main, Story Room Thu, Jan 16, 10:00a-10:30a, Travelers Rest

SNOW GLOBES PA

Wed, Jan 22, 10:30a-11:00a, Main, Story Room Hear snowy stories and make a snow globe from recycled materials. Registration required and opens Jan 2.

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

Help build early literacy skills by: talking • reading • writing singing • playing with your child TEDDY BEAR PUPPET NS

Wed, Jan 29, 10:30a-11:00a, Main, Story Room Hear teddy bear stories. Use paper bags and paper to make a puppet! Registration required and opens Jan 8.

SATURDAY STORIES

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

WINTER FUN

Sat, Dec 7, 10:00a-10:30a, Main, Story Room

GET WELL SOON!

Sat, Jan 4, 10:00a-10:30a, Main, Story Room

BATH TIME

Sat, Jan 18, 10:00a-10:30a, Main, Story Room

UPCOMING SATURDAY STORIES: BOOKS BY MO WILLEMS

Sat, Feb 1, 10:00a-10:30a, Main, Story Room Bring your children or grandchildren for singing, dancing and stories.

KINDERCRAFT: BUBBLE WRAP DRAGON Listen to dragon stories and create dragons from paper, paint and bubble wrap. Registration required and opens Jan 15. Wed, Feb 5, 10:30a-11:00a, Main, Story Room Thu, Feb 6, 10:00a-10:30a, Berea

BILINGUAL STORY TIME/CUENTOS BILINGÜES SHAPES / LAS FORMAS GEOMÉTRICAS

Fri, Feb 7, 6:00p-6:45p, Main, Story Room A 45-minute English/Spanish story time for all ages. Cuentos bilingües que durarán 45 minutos en inglés y español para todas las edades.

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

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. Wednesdays, 10:00a & 11:00a, Simpsonville

Musical Jamboree PH PM V Explore children's literature using music, song and dance. For 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. 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

Toddler Tales PM V 30 minutes of stories, music and movement designed for toddlers 19+ months. Mondays, 11:00a, Main, Story Room

Weekly preschool programs end Dec 7 and resume Jan 6. Due to space limitations, many scheduled story times and special programs cannot accommodate groups. If you are seeking permission for your group of 5 or more, please call the location you wish to attend to check availability for a reservation. Groups that do not have prior library system permission to attend a program cannot be accomodated.

LEGOS AT THE LIBRARY

Fri, Dec 6, 3:30p-4:30p, Anderson Road Bring your LEGOs and let your imagination go wild. Ages 5-12. Registration required.

HARRY POTTER CLUB

Thu, Dec 12, 4:00p-5:00p, Main, Meeting Room A Make a golden snitch ornament to take home! Ages 6-11. Registration required and opened Nov 14.

SOFIA THE FIRST

Fri, Dec 13, 3:30p-4:30p, Anderson Road Attend a fabulous affair with stories, games and princess training. Dress in your finest princess attire. Ages 5 and up. Registration required.

NEW! ADVENTURES IN HISTORY: Spies

Tue, Jan 7, 3:30p-4:15p, Greer Learn about the thrilling and dangerous lives of famous spies through books, games and crafts. Spy attire encouraged! Ages 5-11. Registration required.

CHESS CLUB

Fri, Jan 10, 4:00p-4:45p, Taylors Bring your board and join other players for a fun game of chess. Beginner to advanced players welcome. Ages 6-12. Registration required.

KAMISHIBAI WORKSHOP: HOW THE YEARS WERE NAMED

Sat, Jan 11, 10:30a-12:00p, Augusta Road Travel back in time to the beginning of the Chinese zodiac through Kamishibai â&#x20AC;&#x153;paper-theaterâ&#x20AC;? storytelling and create your own Kamishibai tale. Ages 5 and up. Registration required.

SCIENCE STATION: FORENSIC SCIENCE Learn to lift fingerprints, compare hair and fiber samples, and explore chromatography. Ages 6-12 with an adult caregiver. Registration required and opens Dec 10. Tue, Jan 14, 3:30p-4:30p, Simpsonville Fri, Jan 24, 3:30p-4:30p, Anderson Road

MINUTE TO WIN IT: LIBRARY EDITION

Fri, Jan 17, 3:30p-4:30p, Anderson Road Join us for our own version of the popular TV show. Contestants must be ages 5-12. Audience is open to all ages. Registration required.

SUPERHERO DAY

Fri, Jan 31, 3:30p-4:30p, Anderson Road Dress as your favorite superhero (or make up one of your own), join us for superhero training, and get a superhero ID badge! Ages 5 and up. Registration required.

BOOK CLUBS LITTLE BOOKENDS: MOTHERDAUGHTER BOOK GROUP

Tue, Jan 21, 3:30p-4:30p, Simpsonville Come prepared to discuss The Water Castle by Megan Frazer Blakemore, answer trivia questions and go on a scavenger hunt. For girls ages 8-12 with an adult female caregiver. Registration required.

CRAFTIME

For ages 5-11. Ages 5-10 with an adult caregiver.

RAINBOW SNOWFLAKES Use colorful beads to create a wintertime treasure. Registration required and opens Jan 2. Mon, Jan 13, 3:30p-4:15p, Travelers Rest Tue, Jan 14, 3:30p-4:15p, Greer Thu, Jan 16, 3:30p-4:15p, Simpsonville

HOLIDAY & SEASONAL UPCYCLED ORNAMENTS

Sat, Dec 14, 10:00a-12:00p, Augusta Road Create ornaments from discarded scraps of material and puzzle pieces. Make one for home and another to decorate our library puzzle tree. Ages 5-10. Registration required.

DECORATE AN ORNAMENT

Fri, Dec 20, 3:30p-4:30p, Anderson Road Enjoy holiday music and treats while decorating an ornament. Ages 5 and up. Registration required.

HOME SCHOOL PROGRAMS SCIENCE STATION: FORENSIC SCIENCE Learn to lift fingerprints, compare hair and fiber samples, and explore chromatography. Ages 6-12 with an adult caregiver. Registration required and opens Dec 10. Fri, Jan 10, 10:30a-11:30a, Travelers Rest Fri, Jan 17, 10:30a-11:30a, Greer

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Finding your

Sat, Feb 1, 10:00a-11:30a & 1:00p-2:00p Main, Meeting Rooms A-C Learn the basics of genealogical research and how to use free online resources available in the South Carolina Room to begin or further your family history search. This comprehensive program offers a wealth of information including expert advice from local researchers for tracing African-American family history. Following the workshop, tours of the South Carolina Room will be offered. Attendance limited. Registration required and opens Jan 1. Call 242-5000 X 2169 to register.

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