Apr/May 2022 Event Guide

APR/MAY 2022

HISTORY HARVEST

Help preserve local history by bringing your photos and memories of the Five Forks area—past and present.

EARTH DAY: PLANT A SEED ages 11 & under

Pick up a supply kit during your visit to any Library System location during April. While supplies last.

Each Earth Day Kit Contains: • Sunflower seeds • One peat pot • One small bag of potting soil • One information sheet on the life cycle of a sunflower • One set of growing instructions

WEEKLY BABY & PRESCHOOL CLASSES

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These classes use the Palmetto Basics to build Kindergarten Readiness skills.

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Follow along at home with these fun events and activities.

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GREENVILLE CONCERT BAND

Enjoy a live performance by the Greenville Concert Band.

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Earth Day kits are generously underwritten by the Friends of the Greenville County Library System and Greenville County Soil and Water Conservation District

CELEBRATE MONEY SMART WEEK Enjoy coloring while learning about Future Scholar—South Carolina’s 529 College Savings Plan.

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SUMMER READING KICKOFF EVENTS

Join us for a special Summer Reading Kickoff event at one of three Library System locations

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WEEKLY BABY & PRESCHOOL CLASSES These classes use the Palmetto Basics to build Kindergarten Readiness skills.

Event Guide Apr/May 2022

Spring Session

Hours

All Locations

Story Time ages 5 & under

Mon-Thu • 9a–9p

Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.

Fri, Apr 1, 15 & 29, 10a, Taylors Mon, Apr 4, 11 & 18, 10a, Mauldin Mon, Apr 4, 11, 18 & 25, 10a, Travelers Rest Tue, Apr 5, 12 & 26, 10a, Berea Tue, Apr 5, 12, 19 & 26, 10a, Main, Meeting Rooms A–B Wed, Apr 6, 20 & 27, 10a, Five Forks, Meeting Rooms A–B Wed, Apr 6, 13 & 27, 10a, Fountain Inn Wed, Apr 6, 13 & 20, 10a, Pelham Road Wed, Apr 6, 13 & 27, 10a, Travelers Rest Thu, Apr 7, 14 & 21, 10a, Augusta Road Thu, Apr 7, 14, 21 & 28, 10a, Main, Meeting Rooms A–B Thu, Apr 7, 14, & 28, 10a, Simpsonville Mon, Apr 11, 18 & 25, 10a, Five Forks, Meeting Rooms A–B Tue, Apr 12 & 26, 10a, Greer, Meeting Room

Fri & Sat • 9a–6p

Hughes Main Library & Five Forks Branch Sun • 2p–6p

Holiday Closings Sun, Apr 17 (Easter) Sun, May 29 & Mon, May 30 (Memorial Day)

Library Board of Trustees Mr. Brian Aufmuth Ms. Laura Baker Mr. Kenneth Baxter, Treasurer Dr. Sid Cates, Vice Chair

These classes end April 29 and resume June 6.

Toddler Tales 19+ mos Stories, music, and movement.

Mon, Apr 4, 11, 18 & 25, 10a, Greer, Meeting Room Tue, Apr 5, 12, 19 & 26, 10a, Pelham Road Tue, Apr 5, 12, 19 & 26, 10a & 11a, Simpsonville

Schools, daycares, and other groups: At this time, groups of five or more cannot be accommodated at in-person events. Please visit greenvillelibrary.org/kids-virtualactivities to explore virtual offerings.

Mrs. Elizabeth Collins Mr. S. Allan Hill, Chair Mr. James Hoard

Visit greenvillelibrary.org/kids for more information about the Palmetto Basics.

Mr. Tommy Hughes Mrs. Kristen Odom Mr. William Pinkston, Secretary Mr. Joe Poore

Library Executive Director Beverly James bjames@greenvillelibrary.org

About this Event Guide

This publication is produced by the Greenville County Library System and partially underwritten by the Friends of the Greenville County Library System. Join the Friends at greenvillelibrary.org/friends to have this event guide mailed to your home.

Library Events • • • • • •

Library events are free and do not require a library card to attend!

The Library System reserves the right to limit attendance to below the posted occupancy.

All events will take place, conditions permitting.

Children under 11 years old must be accompanied by an adult caregiver during programs.

Adults attending events for youth must be accompanied by at least one child.

Events that require registration may be canceled if minimum registration is not met two days prior to the program.

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 as soon as possible but no later than 5 work days in advance to ADA Coordinator at 864-527-9240 or adacoordinator@greenvillelibrary.org.

Ayuda en su idioma/Spanish Speaker Availability

greenvillelibrary.org

Si usted necesita ayuda inmediata puede dejar recado en el 864-242-5000 ext. 2634 español o en asklibrarian@greenvillelibrary.org. Un representante de la biblioteca le regresará su llamada tan pronto possible.

= Registration required. Register at greenvillelibrary.org/events.

ZOOM EVENTS • Online

VIRTUAL ACTIVITIES • Online

These events are presented via Zoom.

= Supply kits available (while they last).

Request a supply kit at greenvillelibrary.org/kids-virtual-activities. or greenvillelibrary.org/teen-virtual-activities. or greenvillelibrary.org/adult-virtual-activities.

APRIL Art 101: Maria Merian Origami: Ladybug Trivia Night

ages 18+

Tue, Apr 12 & May 10, 6p–7:30p Test your knowledge and see if you can win big!

Throwback Thursday Reads ages 18+

The Thief by Megan Whalen Turner Thu, Apr 14, 7p–8p Hardscrabble by Sandra Dallas Thu, May 12, 7p–8p

Short Story Cafe

ages 18+

A digital copy of the featured short story will be emailed to you when you register.

Family History: Intro to Newspapers.com ages 18+

Thu, Apr 28, 4p–5p Bring your ancestors' stories to life by discovering them in historic newspapers.

Genealogy Drop-In

ages 18+

Tue, May 17, 6:30p–7:30p Discover your ancestors. Email your questions in advance to scroominfo@greenvillelibrary.org.

Preschool Picassos: Recycled Art Science Station: Magnets Wacky Science: Slingshot Helicopter Teen Takeout Craft: Magnetic Poetry 30 Days of Poetry Challenge Flex your creative skills during April with daily poetry prompts.

Beehive Cross-Stitch MAY Art 101: Notan Designs Origami: Flower Preschool Picassos: Andy Warhol Stress Less Kits

Soon by Pam Durban Wed, Apr 13, 6p–7p Sunday by F. Scott Fitzgerald Wed, May 18, 6p–7p

Celebrate Money Smart Week (April 9–16) Free Coloring Book: Lucky Duck & the Smart Plan ages 11 & under

Month of April Pick up a free coloring book during your visit to any Library System location during April (while supplies last). Enjoy coloring while learning about Future Scholar—South Carolina’s 529 College Savings Plan.

It’s never too early to start teaching the little ones in your life about saving!

@GreenvilleLibrary Money Minute Mondays ages 18+

Get money smart with Money Minute Mondays on the Library System's YouTube channel. New videos published every Monday!

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Three Easy Ways to Save Are Credit Cards Good or Bad? Understanding Loan Terms Repairing vs. Replacing Your Car

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= Registration required. Register at greenvillelibrary.org/events unless otherwise noted.

ANDERSON ROAD • West Branch

864-269-5210 • andersonroad@greenvillelibrary.org • 2625 Anderson Road, Greenville, SC 29611 Earth Day: Plant a Seed

Crafternoon: Earth Day

ages 11 & under

ages 11 & under

Month of April Pick up a supply kit during your visit to any Library System location during April. While supplies last.

Earth Day kits are generously underwritten by Greenville County Soil and Water Conservation District and the Friends of the Greenville County Library System.

Pop-Up Seed Library all ages

Thu, Apr 7, 12p–2p (drop-in), Outside This condensed version of the Seed Library offers the opportunity to take home up to five packets of seeds (with your library card) during your visit.

Thu, Apr 14, 3:30p–4:15p Supplies provided.

Paint a Pot ages 6–12

Mon, Apr 25, 3:30p–4:30p Decorate a seed pot.

Supplies provided.

AUGUSTA ROAD • Ramsey Family Branch

864-277-0161 • augustaroad@greenvillelibrary.org • 100 Lydia Steet, Greenville, SC 29605 Earth Day: Plant a Seed

Crafternoon: Earth Day

ages 11 & under

ages 11 & under

Month of April Pick up a supply kit during your visit to any Library System location during April. While supplies last.

Earth Day kits are generously underwritten by Greenville County Soil and Water Conservation District and the Friends of the Greenville County Library System.

Thu, Apr 14, 3:30p–4:15p Supplies provided.

Pajama Party preschoolers

Thu, Apr 28, 10a–10:30a Enjoy bedtime stories and a craft.

Children may wear pajamas.

Outdoor Colonial Herb Gardens: Faith in Seeds ages 18+

Tue, Apr 19, 6:30p–7:30p, Outside Explore how early colonial settlers used European and Native American plants to combat illness, injury, and other misfortunes they encountered. Led by retired Walnut Grove Plantation presenter and historian Gary Pender. Bring your own lawn chair.

BEREA • Sarah Dobey Jones Branch

864-246-1695 • berea@greenvillelibrary.org • 111 N Hwy 25 Bypass, Greenville, SC 29617 Earth Day: Plant a Seed ages 11 & under

Month of April Pick up a supply kit during your visit to any Library System location during April. While supplies last.

Earth Day kits are generously underwritten by Greenville County Soil and Water Conservation District and the Friends of the Greenville County Library System.

Sprout House Story Time preschoolers

Tue, Apr 19, 10a–10:45a After a story, create a sprout house and “plant” a seed. Supplies provided.

Coloring & Cocoa all ages

Tue, Apr 26, 3:30p–4:30p (drop-in) Supplies and a beverage provided.

Crafts for Mom ages 12 & under Tue, May 3, 10a–11a Make a Mother’s Day gift.

Supplies provided.

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Healthy Soil = Healthy Garden ages 18+

Thu, Apr 7, 6:30p–7:30p Learn the five principles of soil health. Led by Greenville County Soil and Water Conservation District. Attendees receive an athome soil-health testing kit!

Book Club

ages 18+

Refreshments provided.

The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah Thu, Apr 21, 10:30a–11:30a Educated by Tara Westover Thu, May 19, 10:30a–11:30a

Simple Seed Starting

all ages

Tue, May 10, 6:30p–7:30p Learn how to make seed starter pots from household items and mix your own growing medium. Then, we’ll plant seeds.

Supplies provided. Presented by Greenville County Soil and Water Conservation District.

= Registration required. Register at greenvillelibrary.org/events unless otherwise noted.

FIVE FORKS BRANCH

864-234-4904 • fiveforks@greenvillelibrary.org • 104 Sunnydale Drive, Simpsonville, SC 29681 Chair Yoga ages 12–17

Tue, May 3, 5p–5:45p, Meeting Rooms A–B Learn yoga moves that you can do in a chair.

Visual Arts Series

ages 18+

Acrylic paints provided. Bring your own painting surfaces and brushes.

KICKOFF • ALL AGES Thu, Jun 2, 3p–4p (drop-in), Outside Celebrate Summer Reading! Featured activities include a Friends of the Library Children’s Used Book Sale, balloon creations, bubbles, live animals, music, and more!

Color Theory & Painting Application Wed, Apr 6, 6p–7:30p, Meeting Room A Painting Landscapes Wed, Apr 13, 6p–7:30p, Meeting Room A Figure Painting Wed, Apr 27, 6p–7:30p, Meeting Room A

Unraveled: Fiber Arts Earth Day: Plant a Seed ages 11 & under

Family Craft Night all ages Supplies provided.

Month of April Pick up a supply kit during your visit to any Library System location during April. While supplies last.

Earth Day kits are generously underwritten by Greenville County Soil and Water Conservation District and the Friends of the Greenville County Library System.

Spring Thu, Apr 21, 5p–7p (drop-in), Meeting Rooms A–B

Pajama Party preschoolers

Thu, Apr 28, 10:30a–11:15a, Meeting Rooms A–B Activities focused on the arts.

Mon, Apr 4, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms A–B Enjoy bedtime stories and a craft.

Children may wear pajamas.

Science Station: Magnets ages 6–12

Thu, Apr 7, 10:30a–11:30a, Meeting Rooms A–B Guided activities and experiments.

Space is limited.

My First Drive-In Movie ages 2–6 Wed, Apr 13, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms A–B Bring a box big enough to sit in.

Adventures in History: The Circus ages 5–11

Thu, Apr 21, 10:30a–11:15a, Meeting Rooms A–B Crafts and activities.

I Believe I Can Fly Thu, May 19, 5p–7p (drop-in), Meeting Rooms A–B

The Studio: Improvisation ages 6–12

Crafts for Mom ages 12 & under

Wed, May 4, 10a–11a, Meeting Rooms A–B Make a Mother’s Day gift. Supplies provided.

Storytime Ballet: The Dancing Flamingos of Lake Chimichanga best for ages 3 & up

Sat, May 14, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms A–B Story-based performance with dancers from the International Ballet.

All About Anime

ages 13–17

Wed, Apr 20, 6:30p–7:30p, Meeting Room B Cosplay welcome. Snacks provided.

ages 18+

Thu, Apr 14 & May 19, 10a–12p, Collaboration Space Share ideas with fellow enthusiasts.

Coloring Café

ages 18+

Fri, Apr 15 & May 13, 10a–11a, Collaboration Space Supplies provided or bring your own.

Cottage Core Candle Shades ages 18+

Wed, Apr 20, 6p–7p, Meeting Room A Create fashionable cottage core paper candle shades using CreativeBug—an online crafting resource free with your library card.

Supplies provided. Bring your own decorative elements like confetti and pressed flowers.

Book Club

History Harvest

ages 18+

Tue, Apr 5, 3p–8:30p, Five Forks Do you have photos and memories of Five Forks organizations, businesses, schools, churches, or neighborhoods? Help preserve local history by bringing your photos and memories of the Five Forks area—past and present.

PHOTOGRAPHS

Your original photographs (up to eight) will be scanned and immediately returned to you.

You will also receive a digital file of your images.

ORAL HISTORIES

Consider sharing your recollections, stories, and memories for preservation.

All submitted photographs and video-recorded oral histories will be considered for possible inclusion the Library System's digital archive.

Call 864-234-4904 or email fiveforks@greenvillelibrary. org to schedule a sharing appointment today!

ages 18+

Life After Life by Kate Atkinson Wed, Apr 27, 10:30a–11:30a, Collaboration Space The Midnight Library by Matt Haig Wed, May 25, 10:30a–11:30a, Collaboration Space

Kindness Rocks

ages 18+

Wed, May 11, 6p–7:30p, Meeting Room A Use creativity to spread kindness.

Supplies provided or bring your own.

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= Registration required. Register at greenvillelibrary.org/events unless otherwise noted.

GREER • Jean M. Smith Branch

864-877-8722 • greer@greenvillelibrary.org 505 Pennsylvania Avenue, Greer, SC 29650 Earth Day: Plant a Seed ages 11 & under

Month of April Pick up a supply kit during your visit to any Library System location during April. While supplies last.

Earth Day kits are generously underwritten by Greenville County Soil and Water Conservation District and the Friends of the Greenville County Library System.

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Pajama Party preschoolers

Tue, Apr 5, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Room Enjoy bedtime stories and a craft.

Children may wear pajamas.

21+ Thu, Aug 5 • ages 6:30p-8:30p Thu, Apr 7 & May 5, 6:30p–8:30p 21+ BirdsAges Fly South Ale Project 1320 Hampton Ave Ext, Greenville, SC 29601 Test your knowledge and see if you can win big!

FOUNTAIN INN • Kerry Ann Younts Culp Branch

864-862-2576 • fountaininn@greenvillelibrary.org 311 N Main Street, Fountain Inn, SC 29644 Earth Day: Plant a Seed ages 11 & under

Month of April Pick up a supply kit during your visit to any Library System location during April. While supplies last.

Earth Day kits are generously underwritten by Greenville County Soil and Water Conservation District and the Friends of the Greenville County Library System.

Crafts for Mom ages 12 & under

Wed, May 4, 10a–11a Make a Mother’s Day gift. Supplies provided.

Coloring Café

ages 18+

Tue, Apr 19 & May 17, 3p–4:30p Supplies provided or bring your own.

Book Club

ages 18+

My First Drive-In Movie ages 2–6

The Library Book by Susan Orlean Fri, Apr 29, 3:30p–4:30p

Sprout House Story Time

The Island of Sea Women

by Lisa See Fri, May 27, 3:30p­–4:30p

Wed, Apr 6, 3:30p–4:15p Bring a box big enough to sit in.

preschoolers

Wed, Apr 20, 10a–10:45a After a story, create a sprout house and “plant” a seed. Supplies provided.

Google Docs Basics

ages 18+

Tue, May 10, 3:30–4:30p Learn to use features of this word processing software. Email fountaininn@greenvillelibrary.org or call 864-862-2576 to register.

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Crafts for Mom ages 12 & under

Tue, May 3, 10a–11a, Meeting Room Make a Mother’s Day gift. Supplies provided.

Storybook Tea Party ages 11 & under

Tue, May 10, 10a–11a, Meeting Room Come dressed as your favorite storybook character and enjoy crafts, activities, and a snack.

Inglés para principiantes ages 18+

Thu, Apr 14, 10:30a–11:30a, Meeting Room Guided activities and experiments.

Space is limited.

Lun, Abr 4, 11, 18 & 25, 6p–7p, Program Room Reúnase con nosotros para aprender y practicar vocabulario y expresiones comúnmente usadas en la vida diaria. Se requiere registro. Greenvillelibrary.org/ events para registrarse.

Sprout House Story Time

Unraveled: Fiber Arts

Science Station: Magnets ages 6–12

preschoolers

Tue, Apr 19, 10a–10:45a, Meeting Room After a story, create a sprout house and “plant” a seed. Supplies provided.

Preschool Picassos: Recycled Art ages 2–6

Wed, Apr 20, 10a–10:45a, Meeting Room Enjoy a story and create an art project. Dress for mess.

Adventures in History: The Circus ages 5–11

Mon, Apr 25, 3:30p–4:15p, Meeting Room Crafts and activities.

The Studio: Improvisation ages 6–12

Fri, Apr 29, 10:30a–11:15a, Meeting Room Activities focused on the arts.

ages 18+

Wed, Apr 13, 27 & May 11, 25, 10a–11:30a, Program Room Share ideas with fellow enthusiasts.

Bilingual Technology Help/ Tecno-Hora ages 18+

Thu, Apr 7, 21 & May 5, 19, 10a–11a, Program Room Bring your questions and devices.

Learn to use the computer and explore online library resources.

Bring passwords and login information.

Traiga su tableta, o laptop y aprenda como usar libros electrónicos, otros recursos digitales de la biblioteca y como usar el computador. Por favor traiga sus claves. Se requiere registro. Greenvillelibrary.org/ events para registrarse.

= Registration required. Register at greenvillelibrary.org/events unless otherwise noted.

MAIN • Hughes Main Library

25 Heritage Green Place, Greenville, SC 29601• ADULTS: 864-527-9258 • asklibrarian@greenvillelibrary.org TEENS: 864-527-9248 • teens@greenvillelibrary.org • KIDS: 864-527-9248 • child@greenvillelibrary.org

by Brian Balmages; Bach's Little Fugue in G Minor; Holst First Suite in E-flat; and other memorable works!

Microsoft Excel I

ages 18+

Mon, Apr 11, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab

Chautauqua Talk: The Magical Life of Harry Houdini ages 18+

KICKOFF • ALL AGES Fri, Jun 3, 3p–4p (drop-in), Front Lawn

Celebrate Summer Reading!

Featured activities include a Friends of the Library Children’s Used Book Sale, balloon creations, bubbles, live animals, music and more!

Earth Day: Plant a Seed ages 11 & under

Month of April Pick up a supply kit during your visit to any Library System location during April. While supplies last. Earth Day kits are generously underwritten by Greenville County Soil and Water Conservation District and the Friends of the Greenville County Library System.

Lollipops Concert: Giraffes Can’t Dance best for ages 3–8 Sat, Apr 9, 11:30a–12p, Meeting Rooms A–C Story-based performance featuring Greenville Symphony percussionist Daniel Kirkpatrick and South Carolina Children’s Theatre’s Traysie Amick.

Art 101: Maria Merian: Nature Paintings ages 5–11

Tue, Apr 19, 3:30p–4:15p, Story Room Explore a different artist/medium each month. Supplies provided.

Lollipops Concert: Mole Music best for ages 3–8

Sat, May 7, 11:30a–12p,

Meeting Rooms A–C Story-based performance featuring Greenville Symphony String Quintet and South Carolina Children’s Theatre’s Traysie Amick.

Storytime Ballet: The Dancing Flamingos of Lake Chimichanga best for ages 3 & up

Sat, May 14, 11:30a–12p, Meeting Rooms A–C Story-based performance with dancers from the International Ballet.

Teen Service Time ages 12–18

Sat, Apr 9, 1:30p–3p, Meeting Room A Tue, Apr 12, 4:30p–6p, Story Room Earn volunteer hours. Snacks provided.

Greenville Concert Band: Memories all ages

Sat, Apr 2, 2p–3p Enjoy a live performance by the Greenville Concert Band featuring Evening Prayer and Pantomime from Hansel & Gretel; Love & Light

Tue, Apr 12, 7p–8:30p, Meeting Rooms A–C Led by Larry Bounds. Not a costumed performance.

Computer Basics

ages 18+

Thu, Apr 14, 3:30p–5p Training Lab

Microsoft Publisher Basics ages 18+

Wed, Apr 20, 3:30p–5p Training Lab

Cloud Storage Basics

Spring Exhibit

Apr 4–May 27 • Main, Lobby Visit the spring Art in the Library exhibit featuring the work of local artists.

Meet the Artist ages 18+

Tue, Apr 5 • 6:30p–8p (drop-in) Main, Lobby Meet the local artist(s) featured in the spring exhibit of Art in the Library.

ages 18+

Thu, Apr 21, 3:30p–5p Training Lab

Microsoft PowerPoint

Grown-Up Gaming

ages 18+

Thu, Apr 21 & May 19, 6p–8p, Meeting Room A Play tabletop games with fellow enthusiasts. Email explore@ greenvillelibrary.org or call 864-527-9258 to register.

Microsoft Excel II

ages 18+

Tue, Apr 26, 3:30p–5p Training Lab

Carolina Bronze Handbell Ensemble Concert: Magic of Bells all ages

Sat, Apr 30, 2p–3p, Meeting Rooms A–C Enjoy a wide variety of musical styles from classical, Broadway, jazz, and easy listening to original music just for bells. Email explore@greenvillelibrary.org or call 864-527-9258 to register.

Tue, May 10, 3:30p–5p Training Lab

ages 18+

Chautauqua Talk: Georgia O'Keeffe

ages 18+

Microsoft Word I

ages 18+

Tue, May 10, 7p–8:30p, Meeting Rooms A–C Led by Martha Severens. Not a costumed performance.

Wed, May 11, 3:30p–5p Training Lab

Internet Safety

ages 18+

Thu, May 12, 3:30p–5p Training Lab

Microsoft Word II

ages 18+

Thu, May 19, 3:30p–5p Training Lab

Zoom Basics

ages 18+

Google Tools

ages 18+

Tue, May 24, 3:30p–5p Training Lab

Wed, May 25, 3:30p–5p Training Lab

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= Registration required. Register at greenvillelibrary.org/events unless otherwise noted.

MAULDIN • W. Jack Greer Branch

864-277-7397 • mauldin@greenvillelibrary.org • 800 W Butler Road, Greenville, SC 29607 Earth Day: Plant a Seed

Crafternoon: Earth Day

ages 11 & under

ages 11 & under

Month of April Pick up a supply kit during your visit to any Library System location during April. While supplies last.

Earth Day kits are generously underwritten by Greenville County Soil and Water Conservation District and the Friends of the Greenville County Library System.

Mon, Apr 11, 3:30p–4:15p Supplies provided.

Pajama Party preschoolers

Mon, Apr 25, 10a–10:30a Enjoy bedtime stories and a craft.

Children may wear pajamas.

Writing Workshop: How to Build a Poem ages 18+

Short Story Reading Circle ages 18+

Thu, Apr 7, 6:30p–7:30p An introduction to the three essential elements of writing poetry.

Thu, May 5, 6:30p–7:30p Participate in a live reading of "The Blue Cross" by G. K. Chesterton.

Upcycled Birdhouses

Thu, May 12, 6:30p–8p Led by Polly Powell of Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.

ages 18+

Thu, Apr 21, 6:30p–7:30p Create a whimsical birdhouse from recycled materials. Supplies provided.

House Plants 101

ages 18+

​ asics of Bookmaking: Beaded B Journals ages 18+ Thu, May 19, 6:30p–7:30p Create your own decorative, softcover journal. Supplies provided.

PELHAM ROAD • F.W. Symmes Branch

864-288-6688 • pelhamroad@greenvillelibrary.org • 1508 Pelham Road, Greenville, SC 29615 Earth Day: Plant a Seed

Sprout House Story Time

ages 11 & under

preschoolers

Month of April Pick up a supply kit during your visit to any Library System location during April. While supplies last.

Earth Day kits are generously underwritten by Greenville County Soil and Water Conservation District and the Friends of the Greenville County Library System.

Wed, Apr 27, 10a–10:45a After a story, create a sprout house and “plant” a seed. Supplies provided.

Paint a Pot ages 6–12

Wed, Apr 27, 3:30p–4:30p Decorate a seed pot. Supplies provided.

Crafts for Mom ages 12 & under

Wed, May 4, 10a–11a Make a Mother’s Day gift. Supplies provided.

SIMPSONVILLE • Hendricks Branch

864-963-9031 • simpsonville@greenvillelibrary.org • 626 NE Main Street, Simpsonville, SC 29681 Earth Day: Plant a Seed

Sprout House Story Time

ages 11 & under

preschoolers

Month of April Pick up a supply kit during your visit to any Library System location during April. While supplies last.

Earth Day kits are generously underwritten by Greenville County Soil and Water Conservation District and the Friends of the Greenville County Library System.

Thu, Apr 21, 10a–10:45a After a story, create a sprout house and “plant” a seed. Supplies provided.

Wacky Science: Slingshot Helicopter ages 10–14 Thu, Apr 21, 4:30p–5p Fun with science.

My First Drive-In Movie ages 2–6 Tue, Apr 5, 3:30p–4:15p Bring a box big enough to sit in.

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Crafts for Mom ages 12 & under

Tue, May 3, 10a–11a Make a Mother’s Day gift. Supplies provided.

Intro Yoga

ages 18+

Mon, Apr 4, 18 & May 2, 16, 30, 12:15p–12:45p Learn introductory yoga poses and relax on your lunch break. Bring a mat or big towel. Held outside (weather permitting) or in Meeting Room.

Book Club

ages 18+

Snacks provided.

Poetry Wed, Apr 20, 2p–3p True Crime Wed, May 18, 2p–3p

Buy your Summer Reading T-shirt!

Reading challenges, fun events, and the chance to earn great prizes!

Complete the reading challenge designed for your age group (babies, kids, or teens), and then, pick up the prizes you earn. The online Summer Reading portal also offers additional fun with virtual games and a chance to mark your progress as you earn virtual badges.

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Register beginning mid-May at greenvillelibrary.org/summer-reading.

Summer Reading begins Thursday, June 2!

Summer Reading Kickoff Events all ages Join us for a special Summer Reading Kickoff event at one of three Library System locations. If you haven’t signed up for Summer Reading already, you can sign up when you arrive and pick up your Summer Reading activity book, too!

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Bella + Canvas poly cotton shirts available in youth & adult sizes. Select front colors also available in 100% cotton. shown in heather navy

Summer Reading Kickoff

Thu, June 2 • 3p–4p (drop-in) • Five Forks, Outside Fri, June 3 • 3p–4p (drop-in) • Main, Front Lawn Children’s Used Book Sale Balloon Artist Avan Kroy Bubble Circus with Steve Langley Drumming with Jeff Holland Greenville Drive mascot Reedy Rip’It PAWS Wildlife Sanctuary with guest animal Roper Mountain Science Center with guest animal Giveaways while supplies last

Mini Summer Reading Kickoff

Mon, June 6 • 10a–11a (drop-in) • Travelers Rest, Outside Friends of the library Children’s Used Book Sale Balloon Artist Avan Kroy Drumming with Jeff Holland

Join in the fun when you order a Summer Reading t-shirt beginning May 2 at greenvillelibrary.org/ summer-reading.

• Order t-shirts for everyone in your family ($10 per shirt).

• Pick up at the Library System location of your choice.

Thank you to our Summer Reading 2022 sponsors!

• Wear yours to a Summer Reading Kickoff event at one of three Library System locations!

SUPPORT YOUR LIBRARY! The Friends of the Greenville County Library System, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that supports the Library System through volunteer and financial efforts, is selling the Summer Reading t-shirts. Proceeds from t-shirt sales help to fund Greenville County Library System Summer Reading events.

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Tap into Discovery.

Instantly Read, Watch, and Listen with your library card. greenvillelibrary.org/download

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TAYLORS • Burdette Branch

864-268-5955 • taylors@greenvillelibrary.org 316 W Main Street, Taylors, SC 29687 Earth Day: Plant a Seed ages 11 & under

Month of April Pick up a supply kit during your visit to any Library System location during April. While supplies last. Earth Day kits are generously underwritten by Greenville County Soil and Water Conservation District and the Friends of the Greenville County Library System.

Pajama Party preschoolers

Fri, Apr 8, 10a–10:30a Enjoy bedtime stories and a craft.

Children may wear pajamas.

Crafternoon: Earth Day ages 11 & under

Tue, Apr 12, 3:30p–4:15p Supplies provided.

Sprout House Story Time preschoolers

Fri, Apr 22, 10a–10:45a After a story, create a sprout house and “plant” a seed.

Supplies provided.

Crafts for Mom ages 12 & under Fri, May 6, 10a–11a Make a Mother’s Day gift.

Supplies provided.

Storybook Tea Party ages 11 & under

Fri, May 13, 10a–11a Come dressed as your favorite storybook character and enjoy crafts, activities, and a snack.

Teen Service Time ages 12–18

Tue, Apr 26, 4:30p–6p Earn volunteer hours.

Snacks provided.

mini summer reading kickoff ALL AGES

Coloring Café: Spring into Color! ages 18+

Tue, Apr 5 & May 3, 6:30p–8p Supplies provided or bring your own.

Revolutionary Raids

ages 18+

Thu, May 19, 6:30p–7:30p Led by retired Walnut Grove Plantation historian and speaker Gary Pender.

Mon, June 6 10a–11a (drop-in) Travelers Rest, Outside Celebrate Summer Reading with us! Featured activities include a Friends of the Library Children’s Used Book Sale, Balloon Artist Avan Kroy, and live drumming with Jeff Holland!

TRAVELERS REST • Sargent Branch

864-834-3650 • travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org 17 Center Street, Travelers Rest, SC 29690 Earth Day: Plant a Seed

Sprout House Story Time

ages 11 & under

preschoolers

Month of April Pick up a supply kit during your visit to any Library System location during April. While supplies last. Earth Day kits are generously underwritten by Greenville County Soil and Water Conservation District and the Friends of the Greenville County Library System.

Crafternoon: Earth Day ages 11 & under

Thu, Apr 14, 3:30p–4:15p Supplies provided.

Wed, Apr 20, 10a–10:45a After a story, create a sprout house and “plant” a seed.

Supplies provided.

Thank you to our Summer Reading 2022 sponsors!

Coloring & Cocoa all ages

Thu, Apr 21, 3:30p–4:30p (drop-in) Supplies and a beverage provided.

Crafts for Mom ages 12 & under Wed, May 4, 10a–11a Make a Mother’s Day gift.

Supplies provided.

Storytelling Night: A Person I’ll Never Forget ages 18+

Thu, May 12, 7p–8p Listen and share your own stories.

Led by Travelers Rest Historical Society.

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Event Guide • Apr/May 2022