Jul/Aug 2024

Photography: Composition Basics for teens

Learn basic photography skills p. 3, 5

Mars Explorer for kids

The latest news on Mars exploration p. 4, 6, 8, 10–11

Taylors History Harvest for adults

Help preserve local history p. 11

Hours

All Locations

Mon–Thu • 9a–9p Fri & Sat • 9a–6p

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

Holiday/Closings

July 4 (Independence Day) greenvillelibrary.org

Library System Events

• Library System 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.

• Children under 11 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver during events.

• Adults attending youth events must be accompanied by a child.

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

• The Library System does not necessarily endorse the views expressed or resources referenced during a library event.

EVENT GUIDE

Library Board of Trustees

Mr. Brian Aufmuth

Mr. Kenneth Baxter, Treasurer

Dr. Gene Beckner

Mrs. Elizabeth Collins, Vice-Chair

Mrs. Stephanie Cunningham

Mr. S. Allan Hill, Chair

Mr. James Hoard

Mr. Tommy Hughes

Mrs. Marcia Moston

Mrs. Kristen Odom, Secretary

Mr. Joe Poore

Library Executive Director

Beverly James bjames@greenvillelibrary.org

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 five business days in advance to the ADA coordinator at 864-527-9240 or adacoordinator@greenvillelibrary.org.

Ayuda en su idioma/Spanish

speaker availability

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.

• Computer Basics

• Mouse & Keyboard Basics

• Microsoft Excel

• Microsoft PowerPoint

• Microsoft Word

• Genealogy Basics

• Genealogy Next Steps

WEEKLY BABY & PRESCHOOL CLASSES

No morning preschool classes Jul 1–5. Classes end Jul 26 and resume Sep 3. Groups wishing to attend a preschool program must call to book a private class.

Bouncing Babies 1 mo–18 mos Stories, rhymes, music, and bouncing games. Includes hands-on exploring and social development.

Tue, 10a, Five Forks, Meeting Rooms

Wed, 10a, Travelers Rest Thu, 11a, Main, Story Room Thu, 11a, Pelham Road Thu, 10a, Taylors

Mother Goose on the Loose 1 mo–24 mos Nursery rhymes are used to create nurturing play experiences. Maximum of three children per adult caregiver.

Mon, 11a, Main, Story Room

Tue, 10a, Simpsonville

Musical Jamboree 18 mos–4 yrs

Explore children’s literature through music, songs, creative movement, and instrument play.

Mon, 10a, Main, Story Room Tue, 10a, Pelham Road

Wed, 10a, Five Forks, Meeting Rooms

Story Time ages 5 & under Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.

Mon, 10a, Five Forks, Meeting Rooms

Mon, 10a, Mauldin

Mon, 10a, Travelers Rest Tue, 10a, Berea

Tue, 10a, Greer, Meeting Room

Tue, 10a, Main, Story Room

Wed, 10a, Fountain Inn

Wed, 10a & 11a, Pelham Road Thu, 10a, Augusta Road Thu, 10a, Simpsonville Fri, 10a, Taylors

Toddler Tales 19+ mos Stories, music, and movement. Mon, 10a, Greer, Meeting Room Tue, 11a, Simpsonville Thu, 10a, Main, Story Room

These classes use the Palmetto Basics to build kindergarten readiness. Visit greenvillelibrary.org/ kids/kindergarten-readiness for more information.

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

VIRTUAL ACTIVITIES

= Supply kits available while they last. Supply kits are generously underwritten by the Friends of the Greenville County Library System.

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

JULY

• Art 101: Gee's Bend Quilts

• Preschool Picassos: Flower Art

• Teen Takeout Craft: Torn Paper Art

AUGUST

• Art 101: Georgia O'Keeffe

• Preschool Picassos: Nature Color Hunt

ANDERSON ROAD | West

Branch

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

Crafternoon: Summer Olympics ages 11 & under Thu, Jul 11, 2p–2:45p Make a craft inspired by the Summer Olympics.

STEM Studies: Bubble Science ages 5–12 Mon, Jul 15, 2p–2:45p Bubble experiments and a craft.

LEGO® Club ages 5–11 Thu, Jul 25, 2p–2:45p Legos provided or bring your own.

AUGUSTA ROAD | Ramsey Family Branch

Book Club ages 18+ Read and discuss.

“Longshadow” by Olivia Atwater (fiction) Thu, Jul 25, 6p–7:30p

“Board to Death” by CJ Connor (fiction) Thu, Aug 29, 6p–7:30p

864-277-0161 • augustaroad@greenvillelibrary.org • 100 Lydia Steet, Greenville, SC 29605

Story Time ages 5 & under Thu, Jul 11, 18, 25, 10a–10:30a Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.

Stay and Play! ages 2–6 Thu, Jul 11, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in) Build kindergarten readiness skills.

LEGO Club ages 5–11 Thu, Jul 18, 3:30p–4:15p Legos provided or bring your own.

BEREA | Sarah Dobey Jones Branch

Crafternoon: Summer Olympics ages 11 & under Thu, Jul 25, 3p–3:45p Make a craft inspired by the Summer Olympics.

Reworked Art ages 12–18 Mon, Jul 22, 11a–11:45a Use provided art and supplies to make new art.

864-246-1695 • berea@greenvillelibrary.org • 111 N Hwy 25 Bypass, Greenville, SC 29617

Story Time ages 5 & under Tue, Jul 9, 16, 23, 10a–10:30a Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.

Cartoon & Comic Crash Course with J Chris Campbell ages 6–16 Tue, Jul 9, 3:30p–4:15p Join us for this drawing class. Bring paper or a sketchbook and a pencil with an eraser.

Shrinky Dinks® Science ages 11 & under Thu, Jul 11, 2p–3p Learn how Shrinky Dinks work and make a craft with them. While supplies last.

Preschool Picassos: Flower Art ages 2–6 Thu, Jul 18, 10a–10:45a Enjoy a story and create an art project. Dress for mess.

Sand Art ages 9–14 Thu, Jul 18, 3:45p–4:30p (drop-in) Make art using different colors of sand.

Stay and Play! ages 2–6 Tue, Jul 23, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in) Build kindergarten readiness skills.

Homeschool Hangout ages 6–12 Thu, Jul 25, 11a–11:45a Games, crafts, and activities.

Story Time Playdate ages 5 & under Tue, Aug 13, 10a–10:30a Books, toys, and socialization.

Visual Arts Series ages 18+

International Friendship Day Art Tue, Jul 30, 6p–7:30p

Paint a watercolor postcard to send to your friends. Bring your own watercolors and paint brushes.

Three-Point Perspective Tue, Aug 27, 6p–7:30p How to give the illusion of depth and space when drawing buildings, cars, and people. Supplies provided or bring your own.

Lemonade Stand

Entrepreneurs ages 6–12 Thu, Aug 22, 11a–11:45a

Learn about financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and starting a business. Then design a piggy bank to take home.

Photography: Composition Basics ages 12–18 Tue, Jul 23, 3p–4p Learn basic photography skills. Bring a camera or smart phone.

FIVE FORKS BRANCH

864-234-4904 • fiveforks@greenvillelibrary.org • 104 Sunnydale Drive, Simpsonville, SC 29681

LEGO Tournament

Fri, Jul 12, 2p–3p Ages 6–12 • Meeting Room A Ages 13–18 • Meeting Room B

Put your building skills to the test. Each tournament consists of three rounds with different themes and time limits. Participants will receive an email with more details prior to the tournament. Individuals may only enter one tournament.

This series is made possible by a Library Services and Technology Act grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, which is administered by the South Carolina State Library.

Story Time ages 5 & under Mon, Jul 8, 15, 22, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms

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

Bouncing Babies 1 mo–18 mos Tue, Jul 9, 16, 23, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms

Stories rhymes, music, and bouncing games. Includes handson playtime and book sharing.

Musical Jamboree 18 mos–4 yrs Wed, Jul 10, 17, 24, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms

Explore children’s literature through music, songs, creative movement, and instrument play.

Dog Aware® Safety Class ages 3–7

Wed, Jul 17, 2p–2:45p, Meeting Rooms

Practice safety techniques on a lifesized stuffed dog and meet a real therapy dog.

Under the Sea Party ages 2–6 Thu, Jul 18, 10:30a–11:30a, Meeting Rooms

Stories, games, and crafts.

Cartoon & Comic Crash Course with J Chris Campbell ages 6–16

Thu, Jul 18, 3:30p–4:15p, Meeting Rooms

Join us for this drawing class. Bring paper or a sketchbook and a pencil with an eraser.

Stay and Play! ages 2–6

Mon, Jul 22, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in), Meeting Rooms

Build kindergarten readiness skills.

Mars Explorer best for ages 10+

Tue, Jul 23, 3:30p–4:15p, Meeting Rooms

NASA Solar System Ambassador Maggie Connelly presents the latest news on Mars exploration activities.

Interactive Movie:

“Despicable Me” ages 6–12 Thu, Jul 25, 10a–12p, Meeting Rooms

Watch and interact with the featured movie using provided props. Film is rated PG.

Family Craft Night all ages

Supplies are limited.

Ocean Adventures

Thu, Jul 25, 5p–7p (drop-in), Meeting Rooms

Ocean-themed crafts.

Mystery Craft

Thu, Aug 29, 5p–7p (drop-in), Meeting Rooms

Favorite crafts from the past are returning! Open your kit to see what you received.

Bouncing Babies Playdate

1 mo–18 mos Tue, Aug 27, 10a–11a, Meeting Room A Books, toys, and socialization.

Block Party! ages 2–6 Wed, Aug 28, 10a–10:45a, Meeting Rooms

Build with blocks of different shapes and sizes.

Summer Fairy Ornaments

ages 18+

Tue, Jul 2, 6p–8p, Meeting Room B

Make a fairy ornament with stepby-step instructions. Supplies provided.

Unraveled ages 18+

Tue, Jul 9, 23 & Aug 13, 27, 10a–12p, Collaboration Space

Knitting, crocheting, sewing, and other fiber arts. Share ideas with fellow enthusiasts.

Relieving Stress: Zentangles ages 18+

Tue, Jul 16 & Aug 6, 10a–11a, Collaboration Space

Create artistic patterns and designs through an engaging and meditative process.

Kindness Rocks ages 18+

Wed, Jul 17 & Aug 21, 6p–7:30p, Meeting Room A

Use creativity to spread kindness with rock painting. Supplies provided or bring your own.

Book Club ages 18+

Read and discuss.

“The River We Remember” by William Kent Krueger (fiction) Wed, Jul 24, 10:30a–11:30a, Collaboration Space

“Timekeepers: How the World Became Obsessed with Time” by Simon Garfield (nonfiction) Thu, Aug 15, 7p–8p, Meeting Room A

“Tom Lake” by Ann Patchett (fiction) Wed, Aug 28, 10:30a–11:30a, Collaboration Space

Five Forks Flicks ages 18+ Movie screening. Refreshments provided.

“The Color Purple” (2023) Wed, Jul 24, 6p–8:30p, Meeting Room B Rated PG.

“The Secret Life of Walter Mitty” (2013) Wed, Aug 28, 6p–8p, Meeting Room B Rated PG.

Grown-Up Gaming ages 18+ Tue, Jul 30 & Aug 27, 6p–8p, Meeting Room A

Play modern tabletop board games. Try new favorites or bring your own to share.

Felt Flowers ages 18+ Wed, Aug 7, 6:30p–8p, Collaboration Space

Create a small felt flower arrangement. Supplies provided.

Visual Arts Series: Coffee Painting ages 18+ Tue, Aug 13, 6p–8p, Meeting Room B

Try a non-conventional painting style using coffee as a medium.

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

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

Patriotic Story Time

ages 5 & under

Wed, Jul 10, 10a–10:30a

Wear red, white, and blue for patriotic stories, music, and crafts.

Now

thru Jul 27

• Kids 0-17 can still register online and earn prizes for reading.

• Pick up a log & activity book at any library location.

• Visit greenvillelibrary. org/summer-reading for participation and prize details.

0–35 MONTHS

Help your baby build brain connections

• Complete 10 Palmetto Basics activities

• Earn prizes*

3–17 YEARS

Reading challenge

• Read 6 hours or 24 books

• Audiobooks count too

• Earn prizes*

*While supplies last. Substitutes may be offered.

Collect your prizes by Sat, Jul 27

Thank you to our Sponsors!

Crafternoon: Summer Olympics

ages 11 & under Wed, Jul 10, 2p–2:45p

Make a craft inspired by the Summer Olympics.

Story Time ages 5 & under Wed, Jul 17, 24, 10a–10:30a

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

Stay and Play! ages 2–6

Wed, Jul 17, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in)

Build kindergarten readiness skills.

Bubble Science ages 5–12

Wed, Jul 17, 3:30p–4:30p

Bubble experiments and a craft.

Sand Art ages 9–14

Mon, Jul 22, 2p–2:45p (drop-in)

Make art using different colors of sand.

LEGO Club ages 5–11

Legos provided or bring your own.

Wed, Jul 24, 2p–2:45p

Wed, Aug 21, 3:30p–4:15p

Block Party! ages 2–6

Wed, Aug 14, 10a–10:45a

Build with blocks of different shapes and sizes.

Photography: Composition

Basics ages 12–18

Tue, Jul 16, 2p–3p

Learn basic photography skills. Bring a camera or smart phone.

Unraveled ages 18+

Tue, Jul 2, 23 & Aug 6, 20, 3p–5p

Knitting, crocheting, sewing, and other fiber arts. Share ideas with fellow enthusiasts.

Growing Herbs ages 18+

Mon, Jul 8, 11a–12p

Led by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.

Knitting Series ages 18+

Intermediate Knitting: Scarf Workshop

Wed, Jul 10, 6p–7:30p

Expand on beginner skills by making a cable knit scarf. Supplies provided.

Beginner Knitting

Sat, Jul 13, 10a–1p

Learn how to cast on, cast off, and the knit and purl stitches. Supplies provided.

Intermediate Knitting: Shawl Workshop

Wed, Jul 24, 6p–7:30p

Expand on beginner skills by knitting a multi-colored shawl. Supply list provided upon registration.

Intermediate Knitting: Hat Workshop

Sat, Aug 10, 10a–12p

Knit a basic beanie. Supply list provided upon registration.

Technology 101 ages 18+

Computer Basics Fri, Jul 12, 3:30p–4:30p

How to do basic tasks using Windows.

Internet Basics Fri, Aug 16, 3:30p–4:30pm

Learn basic internet and email functions.

The Arum Family of Plants ages 18+ Mon, Jul 15, 6p–7p

How to care for these threeseason, shade-loving perennials. Led by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.

Preparing for a Small Business Loan ages 18+ Tue, Jul 16, 10a–12p Led by the Small Business Administration.

Book Club ages 18+

Read and discuss.

“The Fraud” by Zadie Smith (fiction) Fri, Jul 26, 3:30p–4:30p

“Something Wilder” by Christina Lauren (fiction) Mon, Aug 5, 6p–7:30p

“Lessons in Chemistry” by Bonnie Garmus (fiction) Fri, Aug 23, 3:30p–4:30p

Miniature Fairy Gardens ages 18+ Thu, Aug 1, 3p–4p

How to create a tiny world of vegetation for a fairy or miniature garden. Led by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.

Fall Vegetable Gardening ages 18+ Tue, Aug 13, 7p–8p Led by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.

Intermediate Crochet: Amigurumi ages 18+ Sat, Aug 17, 3p–5p

Discover the Japanese art of crocheting small stuffed yarn creatures and crochet your own octopus. Supplies provided.

Financials 101: Understanding Small Business Financial Reports ages 18+ Tue, Aug 27, 10a–12p No accounting experience needed. Led by the Small Business Administration.

= 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

Toddler Tales 19+ mos Mon, Jul 8, 15, 22, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Room

Stories, music, and movement.

Story Time ages 5 & under Tue, Jul 9, 16, 23, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Room

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

Stay and Play! ages 2–6 Tue, Jul 16, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in), Meeting Room

Build kindergarten readiness skills.

Cartoon & Comic Crash Course with J Chris Campbell ages 6–16

Tue, Jul 16, 3:30p–4:15p, Meeting Room

Join us for this drawing class. Bring paper or a sketchbook and a pencil with an eraser.

Preschool Picassos: Flower Art ages 2–6

Wed, Jul 17, 10a–10:45a, Meeting Room

Make flowers out of different materials. Dress for mess.

My First Drive-In Movie ages 2–6 Tue, Aug 13, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Room

Watch an animated storybook while sitting in your car. Bring a box large enough to sit in. Supplies to decorate boxes provided.

Reworked Art ages 12–18 Thu, Jul 11, 4p–4:45p, Program Room

Use provided art and supplies to make new art.

Unraveled ages 18+ Wed, Jul 10, 24 & Aug 14, 28, 9:30a–11:30a, Program Room

Knitting, crocheting, sewing, and other fiber arts. Share ideas with fellow enthusiasts.

Summer Reading Special Events

Nature Scavenger Hunt ages 3–12

Jul 1–27

Pick up a Nature Scavenger Hunt kit at your local branch while supplies last. Complete the scavenger hunt and enter a prize drawing for a backpack and pair of child-sized binoculars. Two winners per library location.

LEGO Tournament

Put your building skills to the test. Each tournament consists of three rounds with different themes and time limits. Participants will receive an email with more details prior to the tournament. Individuals may only enter one tournament.

This series is made possible by a Library Services and Technology Act grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, which is administered by the South Carolina State Library.

Ages 6–12

Mon, Jul 8, 2p–3p, Pelham Road

Fri, Jul 12, 2p–3p, Five Forks, Meeting Room A

Tue, Jul 16, 2p–3p, Travelers Rest

Fri, Jul 19, 10a–11a, Main, Meeting Rooms A–B

Ages 13–18

Fri, Jul 12, 2p–3p, Five Forks, Meeting Room B

Fri, Jul 19, 10a–11a, Main, Meeting Rooms B–C

Pressed Flower Bookmarks/ Separador de páginas con flores secas

Sat, Jul 20, 2p–3:30p, Program Room

Make a bookmark using pressed flowers. Supplies provided.

Haz un separador de páginas usando flores secas. Materiales suministrados.

Rock Cactus Garden/Jardín de cactus con piedras Sat, Aug 10, 2p–3:30p, Program Room

Make a cactus garden with painted rocks. Supplies provided.

Haz un jardín de cactus con piedras pintadas. Materiales suministrados.

Cartoon & Comic Crash Course with J Chris Campbell ages 6–16

Join us for this drawing class. Bring paper or a sketchbook and a pencil with an eraser.

Mon, Jul 8, 3:30p–4:15p, Mauldin Tue, Jul 9, 3:30p–4:15p, Berea Wed, Jul 10, 3:30p–4:15p, Pelham Road

Mon, Jul 15, 3:30p–4:15p, Travelers Rest

Tue, Jul 16, 3:30p–4:15p, Greer, Meeting Room

Wed, Jul 17, 3:30p–4:15p, Main, Meeting Rooms A–B

Thu, Jul 18, 3:30p–4:15p, Five Forks, Meeting Rooms Fri, Jul 19, 3:30p–4:15p, Taylors

MARS EXPLORER best for ages 10+

NASA Solar System Ambassador Maggie Connelly presents the latest news on Mars exploration activities.

Mon, Jul 15, 3:30p–4:15p, Mauldin Tue, Jul 16, 3:30p–4:15p, Simpsonville Mon, Jul 22, 3:30p–4:15p, Travelers Rest Tue, Jul 23, 3:30–4:15p, Five Forks, Meeting Rooms

= 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 • teenlibrarian@greenvillelibrary.org • KIDS: 864-527-9248 • child@greenvillelibrary.org

Musical Jamboree 18 mos–4 yrs

Mon, Jul 8, 15, 22, 10a–10:30a, Story Room

Explore children’s literature through music, songs, creative movement, and instrument play.

Mother Goose on the Loose 1 mo–24 mos

Mon, Jul 8, 15, 22, 11a–11:30a, Story Room

Nursery rhymes are used to create nurturing play experiences. Maximum of three children per adult caregiver.

Story Time ages 5 & under Tue, Jul 9, 16, 23, 10a–10:30a, Story Room

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

The Studio: Wycinanki Paper Art ages 6–12

Tue, Jul 9, 3p–3:45p, Story Room

Create a mini masterpiece using the Polish folk art of papercutting.

Preschool Picassos: Flower Art ages 2–6 Wed, Jul 10, 10a–10:45a, Story Room Make flowers out of different materials. Dress for mess.

Toddler Tales 19+ mos Thu, Jul 11, 18, 25, 10a–10:30a, Story Room Stories, music, and movement.

Bouncing Babies 1 mo–18 mos Thu, Jul 11, 18, 25, 11a–11:30a, Story Room Stories, rhymes, music, and bouncing games. Includes handson playtime and book sharing.

Sensory Story Time ages 8 & under Thu, Jul 11, 3p–3:45p, Story Room

Inclusive story time and playtime for children with sensory integration challenges. Email special needs or requests to child@greenvillelibrary.org.

Dog Aware Safety Class ages 3–7

Fri, Jul 12, 10a–10:45a, Story Room

Practice safety techniques on a lifesized stuffed dog and meet a real therapy dog.

Bilingual Story Time/Cuentos bilingües ages 7 & under Stories in English and Spanish. Cuentos bilingües en inglés y español, para niños de 7 años o menores, que van acompañados por un adulto. Llame al 864242-5000 ext. 2634 para más información.

Stories & Songs/Cuentos y canciones Fri, Jul 12, 26, 4:30p–5p, Story Room

Pete the Cat/Pete el Gato Fri, Jul 19, 4:30p–5:15p, Story Room

Listen to Pete the Cat stories and make a paper bag puppet. Escucha cuentos de Pete el Gato y haz una marioneta con una bolsa de papel.

Sand Art ages 9–14

Mon, Jul 15, 2p–2:45p (drop-in), Meeting Room A Make art using different colors of sand.

Stay and Play! ages 2–6

Tue, Jul 16, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in), Meeting Room C Build kindergarten readiness skills.

Glow in the Dark Painting ages 5–11 Tue, Jul 16, 3p–3:45p, Story Room Paint under a black light and watch your artwork glow. Wear white clothing for more glowing fun.

Science Station Jr: Colors ages 3–5

Wed, Jul 17, 10a–10:45a, Story Room Stories, activities, and experiments for preschoolers.

Cartoon & Comic Crash Course with J Chris Campbell ages 6–16 Wed, Jul 17, 3:30p–4:15p, Meeting Rooms A–B Join us for this drawing class. Bring paper or a sketchbook and a pencil with an eraser.

Saturday Story Time ages 5 & under Sat, Jul 20, 10a–10:30a, Story Room Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.

Science Station: Colors ages 6–12 Tue, Jul 23, 3p–3:45p, Story Room Guided activities and experiments.

Creative Corner: Bubble Painting ages 6–12 Thu, Jul 25, 3p–3:45p, Story Room Paint with bubbles and bubble wrap.

Summer Olympics Party ages 12 & under Fri, Jul 26, 2p–2:45p, Meeting Rooms Olympic-themed games and crafts.

Mother Goose on the Loose Playdate ages 1 mo–24 mos Mon, Jul 29, 11a–11:30a, Story Room Nursey rhymes, books, toys, and socialization.

Bouncing Babies Playdate ages 1 mo–18 mos Books, toys, and socialization. Thu, Aug 1, 11a–12p, Story Room Wed, Aug 7, 3p–4p, Story Room

Playdough Playdate ages 2–6 Wed, Aug 21, 10:30a–11:15a, Story Room

Sensory-rich playtime that helps develop fine motor skills and creativity. Email child@greenvillelibrary.org if your child requires a gluten-free playdough alternative.

Fri, Jul 19, 10a–11a Ages 6–12 • Meeting Rooms A–B Ages 13–18 • Meeting Rooms B–C

Put your building skills to the test. Each tournament consists of three rounds with different themes and time limits.

Participants will receive an email with more details prior to the tournament. Individuals may only enter one tournament.

This series is made possible by a Library Services and Technology Act grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, which is administered by the South Carolina State Library.

Genealogy for Teens ages 12–18 Wed, Jul 10, 1:30p–3p, Training Lab Trace your genealogy and create a family tree.

Cloud Storage ages 18+ Tue, Jul 2, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab Store, edit, and share your documents and photos using an online platform.

Streaming 101 ages 18+ Mon, Jul 15, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab

Stream music, movies, and more on your computer and smart phone.

Computer Basics ages 18+ Tue, Jul 16, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab

Introduction to Smartphones ages 18+ Thu, Jul 18, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab

LEGO Tournament

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

MAIN (continued)

Grown–Up Gaming ages 18+

Thu, Jul 18 & Aug 8, 6p–8p, Meeting Room A

Play modern tabletop board games. Try new favorites or bring your own to share.

Spreadsheets I ages 18+ Wed, Jul 24, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab

Writers Round Table ages 18+ Thu, Jul 25 & Aug 22, 7p–8:30p, Meeting Room A An informal writing workshop.

Family History Club ages 18+ Thu, Jul 25, 4p–5p, Training Lab

Start a family tree, discover new records to further your research, and connect with other genealogy enthusiasts.

Photo Detectives ages 18+ Tue, Jul 30, 6p–7:30p, Training Lab How to use context clues to help determine the people, place, or time period captured in historic photos.

Spreadsheets II ages 18+ Wed, Jul 31, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab

Use advanced features such as sorting, filtering, conditional formatting, and chart making.

Word Processing I ages 18+ Wed, Aug 7, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab Create and edit documents.

Internet Safety ages 18+ Tue, Aug 13, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab

Safeguard your computer and privacy when browsing the web.

Word Processing II ages 18+ Wed, Aug 14, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab

Incorporate images, tables, headers, footers, and more to add flair to your documents.

Google Tools ages 18+ Thu, Aug 22, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab

Participants need an active Gmail/ Google account.

Tea in the Americas: Junius Smith's 1848 Golden Grove Tea Plantation ages 18+ Thu, Aug 22, 4p–5p, Meeting Room A

What part did a Greenville area tea plantation play in the history of tea in the Americas? Presented by local historians Anne Peden and Larry Conant.

Microsoft PowerPoint ages 18+ Wed, Aug 28, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab

Zoom Basics ages 18+ Thu, Aug 29, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab

Attending, hosting, and getting the most out of virtual meetings using Zoom.

MAULDIN | W. Jack Greer Branch

864-277-7397 • mauldin@greenvillelibrary.org

800 W Butler Road, Greenville, SC 29607

Story Time ages 5 & under Mon, Jul 8, 15, 22, 10a–10:30a Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.

Stay and Play! ages 2–6 Mon, Jul 8, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in) Build kindergarten readiness skills.

Cartoon & Comic Crash Course with J Chris Campbell ages 6–16 Mon, Jul 8, 3:30p–4:15p

Join us for this drawing class. Bring paper or a sketchbook and a pencil with an eraser.

Sand Art ages 9–14 Thu, Jul 11, 2p–2:45p (drop-in) Make art using different colors of sand.

Mars Explorer best for ages 10+ Mon, Jul 15, 3:30p–4:15p

NASA Solar System Ambassador Maggie Connelly presents the latest news on Mars exploration activities.

LEGO Club ages 5–11 Tue, Jul 16, 3:30p–4:15p Legos provided or bring your own.

Preparing for a Small Business Loan ages 18+ Tue, Jul 2, 10a–12p Led by the Small Business Administration.

Nature Collage ages 18+ Thu, Jul 25, 6:30p–7:30p

Make a collage using pressed flowers, feathers, or other items found in nature. Supplies provided or bring your own.

Financials 101: Understanding Small Business Financial Reports ages 18+ Tue, Aug 13, 10a–12p No accounting experience needed. Led by the Small Business Administration.

Form, Texture & Color in the Perennial Garden ages 18+ Thu, Aug 15, 6:30p–7:30p Led by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.

Do You Have Free Will? ages 18+ Mon, Aug 19, 6:30p–7:30p

You can choose your own goals and actions — or can you? Nathan Sasser, a philosophy professor at Greenville Tech, presents arguments for and against free will.

Bookmaking: Accordion Books ages 18+ Thu, Aug 22, 6:30p–8p Make your own accordion book using this simple bookmaking technique. Supplies provided.

Residential Rain Gardens ages 18+

Wed, Jul 17, 11a–12p

Learn about the importance of rain gardens, how they’re constructed, and what plants work best in a sunny rain garden. Led by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.

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

PELHAM ROAD | F.W. Symmes

Branch

864-288-6688 • pelhamroad@greenvillelibrary.org • 1508 Pelham Road, Greenville, SC 29615

LEGO Tournament ages 6–12

Mon, Jul 8, 2p–3p

Put your building skills to the test. Each tournament consists of three rounds with different themes and time limits. Participants will receive an email with more details prior to the tournament. Individuals may only enter one tournament.

This series is made possible by a Library Services and Technology Act grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, which is administered by the South Carolina State Library.

Musical Jamboree 18 mos–4 yrs Tue, Jul 9, 16, 10a–10:30a Explore children’s literature through music, songs, creative movement, and instrument play.

Stay and Play! ages 2–6 Tue, Jul 9, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in) Build kindergarten readiness skills.

Story Time ages 5 & under Wed, Jul 10, 17, 24, 10a–10:30a & 11a–11:30a Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.

Cartoon & Comic Crash Course with J Chris Campbell ages 6–16

Wed, Jul 10, 3:30p–4:15p Join us for this drawing class. Bring paper or a sketchbook and a pencil with an eraser.

Bouncing Babies 1 mo–18 mos Thu, Jul 11, 18, 25, 11a–11:30a Stories, rhymes, music, and bouncing games. Includes handson playtime and book sharing.

STEM Studies: Bubble Science ages 5–12

Wed, Jul 17, 2p–2:45p Bubble experiments and a craft.

Under the Sea Tea Party ages 11 & under

Tue, Jul 23, 10a–11a Crafts, activities, and a snack.

Musical Jamboree Playdate

1 mo–18 mos

Tue, Jul 30, 10a–10:30a Books, toys, and socialization.

Dog Aware Safety Class ages 3–7

Wed, Jul 31, 10a–10:45a

Practice safety techniques on a lifesized stuffed dog and meet a real therapy dog.

Bouncing Babies Playdate

1 mo–18 mos

Thu, Aug 1, 11a–12p Books, toys, and socialization.

Reworked Art ages 12–18

Mon, Jul 15, 2p–2:45p

Use provided art and supplies to make new art.

Coloring Café ages 18+

Sat, Jul 13 & Aug 10, 10:30a–12p

Enjoy the fun and calming practice of coloring. Supplies provided or bring your own.

Book Club ages 18+

Read and discuss.

“Men We Reaped” by Jesmyn Ward (nonfiction) Tue, Jul 16, 2p–3p

“How to Walk Away” by Katherine Center (fiction)

Tue, Jul 23, 6:30p–7:30p

“Truth & Beauty: A Friendship” by Ann Patchett (nonfiction) Tue, Aug 20, 2p–3p

“Foster” by Claire Keegan (fiction) Tue, Aug 27, 6:30p–7:30p

Beginner Yoga ages 18+ Fri, Jul 19, 10:30a–11:30a

Certified 500-hour yoga instructor Ann Minard leads an introductory class for beginners, seniors, and those with mobility issues. Bring your own mat or towel.

Art in the Afternoon ages 18+ Mon, Jul 22, 3:45p–5:15p

Bring your own art supplies and work on your project with other creatives.

DIY Clothespin Magnets

ages 18+

Sat, Jul 27, 10:30a–11:30a

Create a decoupage clothespin magnet. Supplies provided.

Word Processing Basics ages 18+ Mon, Jul 29, 3:30p–5p

Beginner Origami ages 18+ Tue, Aug 13, 6:30p–7:30p Supplies provided.

Form, Texture & Color in the Perennial Garden ages 18+ Mon, Aug 19, 3p–4p Led by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.

Plant Swap & Pop-Up Seed Library ages 18+ Sat, Aug 24, 9:30a–11:30a (drop-in)

Pick up an indoor plant, share cuttings, or surrender a still living plant. Get seeds of your own from the Pop-Up Seed Library. Supported by Greenville County Soil & Water Conservation District.

Literary Book Bingo ages 18+ Wed, Jul 10 & Aug 14, 5:30p–6:30p M. Judson Booksellers, 130 S. Main St., Greenville Book and author trivia in Bingo format. Win prizes!

Pub Trivia ages 21+ Wed, Jul 3 & Thu, Aug 1, 6:30p–8:30p, Other Lands, 731 Rutherford Rd, Greenville Test your knowledge and see if you can win.

Book Club ages 18+ Other Lands, 731 Rutherford Rd, Greenville, SC 29609 Read and discuss.

“The Indigo Girl” by Natasha Boyd (fiction) Thu, Jul 18, 10:30a–11:30a

“Empire of Pain: The Secret History of the Sackler Dynasty” by Patrick Radden Keefe (nonfiction) Thu, Aug 15, 10:30a–11:30a

Mother Goose on the Loose 1 mo–24 mos

Tue, Jul 9, 16, 23, 10a–10:30a Nursery rhymes are used to create nurturing play experiences. Maximum of three children per adult caregiver.

Toddler Tales 19+ mos Tue, Jul 9, 16, 23, 11a–11:30a Stories, music, and movement.

Patriotic Story Time ages 5 & under Thu, Jul 11, 10a–10:30a Wear red, white, and blue for patriotic stories, music, and crafts.

Crafternoon: Summer Olympics ages 11 & under Thu, Jul 11, 2p–2:45p Make a craft inspired by the Summer Olympics.

Mars Explorer best for ages 10+ Tue, Jul 16, 3:30p–4:15p NASA Solar System Ambassador Maggie Connelly presents the latest news on Mars exploration activities.

Story Time ages 5 & under Thu, Jul 18, 25, 10a–10:30a Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.

at greenvillelibrary.org/events unless otherwise noted.

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

Stay and Play! ages 2–6

Thu, Jul 18, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in) Build kindergarten readiness skills.

Build It ages 11 & under Thu, Jul 25, 2p–2:45p Create using provided supplies.

Block Party! ages 2–6 Tue, Aug 13, 10a–10:45a

Build with blocks of different shapes and sizes.

LEGO Club ages 5–11 Thu, Aug 22, 3:30p–4:15p Legos provided or bring your own.

Reworked Art ages 12–18 Wed, Jul 10, 3p–3:45p Use provided art and supplies to make new art.

Writers Round Table ages 18+ Thu, Jul 11, 25 & Aug 8, 22, 7p–8:30p An informal writing workshop.

Camp NaNoWriMo Write-In ages 18+ Sat, Jul 20, 10a–12p

Prepare for National Novel Writing Month. Bring your laptop or pen and paper.

TAYLORS | Burdette Branch

864-268-5955 • taylors@greenvillelibrary.org • 316 W Main Street, Taylors, SC 29687 = Registration

Bouncing Babies 1 mo–18 mos Thu, Jul 11, 18, 25, 10a–10:30a Includes hands-on playtime and book sharing. Stories, rhymes, music, and bouncing games.

Story Time ages 5 & under Fri, Jul 12, 19, 26, 10a–10:30a Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.

Stay and Play! ages 2–6 Fri, Jul 19, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in) Build kindergarten readiness skills.

Cartoon & Comic Crash Course with J Chris Campbell ages 6–16 Fri, Jul 19, 3:30p–4:15p Join us for this drawing class. Bring paper or a sketchbook and a pencil with an eraser.

Crafternoon: Summer Olympics ages 11 & under Wed, Jul 24, 3:30p–4:15p Make a craft inspired by the Summer Olympics.

Book Page Butterflies ages 18+ Sat, Jul 27, 10a–11:30a Upcycle book pages to make paper butterflies. Supplies provided.

Beach Painting ages 18+ Sat, Aug 3, 3:30p–5p

Paint a beach scene with acrylic paints. Supplies provided.

Book Bingo ages 18+ Mon, Jul 8 & Aug 12, 11a–12p Play Bingo to win books. Refreshments served.

Two for One: Propagating While Pruning ages 18+ Mon, Jul 15, 7p–8p Basic pruning and propagation techniques. Led by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.

Book Club ages 18+ Read and discuss.

“Killing the Legends: The Lethal Danger of Celebrity” by Bill O’Reilly & Martin Dugard (nonfiction) Wed, Aug 21, 2p–3p

Trivia Night ages 18+ Mon, Jul 29 & Aug 26, 7p–8:30p Grab your thinking hat, and put your general trivia skills to the test.

Plant Swap & Pop-Up Seed Library ages 18+ Sat, Aug 10, 10a–12p (drop-in) Pick up an indoor plant, share cuttings, or surrender a still living plant. Get seeds of your own from the Pop-Up Seed Library. Supported by Greenville County Soil & Water Conservation District.

Fall Vegetable Gardening ages 18+ Mon, Aug 12, 6p–7p Led by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.

Diamond Painting ages 18+ Sat, Jul 13, 10a–11:30a Make a mosaic craft that’s a cross between paint by number and cross stitch. Supplies provided.

Google Tools ages 18+ Fri, Aug 9, 3p–4:30p Participants need an active Gmail/ Google account.

Face Yoga ages 18+ Tue, Aug 20, 6:30p–7:45p Learn face yoga exercises, massage techniques, and how they help relieve stress. Led by a local yoga practitioner.

LEGO Club ages 5–11 Fri, Jul 26, 3:30p–4:15p Legos provided or bring your own.

Bouncing Babies Playdate 1 mo–18 mos Thu, Aug 8, 10a–11a Books, toys, and socialization.

My First Drive-In Movie ages 2–6 Fri, Aug 16, 10a–10:30a Watch an animated storybook while sitting in your car. Bring a box large enough to sit in. Supplies to decorate boxes provided.

Book Nook: Miniatures ages 12–18 Wed, Jul 17, 2p–3p Make room miniatures for your bookshelf.

Coloring Café ages 18+ Tue, Jul 2 & Aug 6, 6:30p–8p Color while enjoying a cuppa. Coloring supplies provided or bring your own.

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

TAYLORS (continued)

Third Thursdays Theatre ages 18+

Watch and discuss classic films. Led by former Osher Lifelong Learning Institute instructor Chip Kaufmann. Popcorn provided.

“The Thirty Nine Steps” (1978) Thu, Jul 18, 2p–4p

Rated PG. A man wrongly accused of murder must prove his innocence and foil an espionage plot.

“Unfaithfully Yours” (1948) Thu, Aug 15, 2p–4p

Not rated. A dark comedy about a symphony conductor who suspects his wife is having an affair and dreams of revenge while conducting a concert. Starring Rex Harrison and Linda Darnell.

Soil Conditioning: Building a Successful Gardening Foundation ages 18+ Wed, Jul 24, 10:30a–11:30a

Learn about soil properties and how to enhance soil for optimum plant growth. Presented by Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service.

TRAVELERS REST | Sargent Branch

A Bulb for All Seasons ages 18+ Mon, Jul 29, 6:30p–7:30p

All about bulbs, the common forms of bulbs, and how to select ones that bloom year round. Led by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.

Form, Texture & Color in the Perennial Garden ages 18+ Tue, Aug 20, 6:30p–7:30p

Led by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.

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

Story Time ages 5 & under Mon, Jul 8, 15, 22, 10a–10:30a Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.

Bouncing Babies 1 mo–18 mos Wed, Jul 10, 17, 24, 10a–10:30a Stories, rhymes, music, and bouncing games. Includes handson playtime and book sharing.

Crafternoon: Summer Olympics ages 11 & under Wed, Jul 10, 2p–2:45p Make a craft inspired by the Summer Olympics.

Homeschool Hangout ages 6–12 Thu, Jul 11, 11a–11:45a Games, crafts, and activities.

Cartoon & Comic Crash Course

with J Chris Campbell ages 6–16

Mon, Jul 15, 3:30p–4:15p

Join us for this drawing class. Bring paper or a sketchbook and a pencil with an eraser.

Stay and Play! ages 2–6 Mon, Jul 22, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in)

Build kindergarten readiness skills.

LEGO Tournament ages 6–12

Tue, Jul 16, 2p–3p

Put your building skills to the test. Each tournament consists of three rounds with different themes and time limits. Participants will receive an email with more details prior to the tournament. Individuals may only enter one tournament.

This series is made possible by a Library Services and Technology Act grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, which is administered by the South Carolina State Library.

Mars Explorer best for ages 10+ Mon, Jul 22, 3:30p–4:15p

NASA Solar System Ambassador Maggie Connelly presents the latest news on Mars exploration activities.

Bubble Science ages 9–14 Wed, Jul 24, 2p–3p Bubble experiments and a craft.

Bouncing Babies Playdate 1 mo–18 mos Wed, Aug 14, 10a–11a Books, toys, and socialization.

Silent Reading Social Hour ages 18+ Thu, Jul 11 & Aug 8, 7p–8p

Join us for a time of quiet reading and socialize (or not) with fellow readers. Refreshments provided.

Coloring Café ages 18+ Tue, Jul 16 & Aug 13, 6p–8p Color while enjoying a cuppa. Coloring supplies provided or bring your own.

Financials 101: Understanding Small Business Financial Reports ages 18+ Tue, Jul 30, 10a–12p No accounting experience needed. Led by the Small Business Administration.

Grown-Up Gaming ages 18+ Tue, Jul 30 & Aug 27, 6p–8p, Meeting Room A

Play modern tabletop board games. Try new favorites or bring your own to share.

Intro to Ancestry.com ages 18+ Thu, Aug 8, 4p–5p

Discover your heritage with an introduction to this popular online genealogy tool.

Taylors History Harvest ages 18+ Thu, Aug 22, 1p–5p

Do you have pictures or memories of organizations, businesses, schools, churches, families, or neighborhoods in Taylors? Help preserve local history by bringing your photos in for scanning or have your oral history recorded.

A Study of the Inner Planets ages 9+ Tue, Jul 9, 6:30p–7:30p

Explore the inner planets of our solar system and learn about some of their stranger characteristics. Led by NASA Ambassador David Leaphart.

A Study of the Outer Planets ages 9+ Tue, Aug 6, 6:30p–7:30p

Explore the gas and ice giants of our solar system and learn about some of their stranger characteristics. Led by NASA Ambassador David Leaphart.

Intro to Bees & Beekeeping ages 18+ Thu, Aug 22, 6:30p–7:30p Led by local beekeeper Rick Silvers.

864-242-5000

Complete the Summer Reading challenge to earn a voucher to the Greenville Drive Reading All-Stars game at 3p on Aug 4

• Redeem your voucher before the game at greenvilledrive.com/RAS

• Pick up your Reading All-Stars hat at the Field Street entrance on game day

• Participate in the Parade of Champions greenvillelibrary.com/summer-reading

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