WEEKLY BABY & PRESCHOOL CLASSES
These classes use the Palmetto Basics to build Kindergarten Readiness skills.
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VIRTUAL EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
Follow along at home with these fun events and activities.
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SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
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TABLETOP
WORKSHOP
SERIES: CAMPAIGN ARCHITECTS
Explore storytelling strategies to create a long-term gaming experience for your players.
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THE JOYS OF WINTER GARDENING
Learn ways to enjoy the winter gardening season and which plants bloom during this time of year. Led by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
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ONE HIT WONDERS: BROADWAY COMPOSERS
Explore what some Broadway composers accomplished after their first and only hit. Led by Jim Nicholson of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Furman University.
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HOLIDAY FUN
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HAUNTED HOLIDAYS: CHRISTMAS GHOST STORIES WITH VALENTINE WOLFE
Listen to ghost stories and haunting music in the Victorian tradition.
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NASA EVENTS
Apollo Then, Artemis Now: Our Return to the Moon p. 9
Robots in Space p. 10
WEEKLY BABY & PRESCHOOL CLASSES
These classes use the Palmetto Basics to build Kindergarten Readiness.
Event Guide • Nov/Dec 2023
Hours
All Locations
Mon–Thu • 9a–9p
Fri & Sat • 9a–6p
Hughes Main Library & Five Forks Branch
Sun • 2p–6p
Holiday/Closings
Nov 22, Closing at 6p (Thanksgiving)
Nov 23 & 24 (Thanksgiving)
Dec 24–26 (Christmas)
Fall Session
Bouncing Babies 1–18 mos Stories, rhymes, music, and bouncing games. Includes play time for hands-on exploring and social skill development.
Tue, 10a, Five Forks, Meeting Rooms A–B
Wed, 10a, Travelers Rest
Thu, 11a, Main, Story Room
Thu, 11a, Pelham Road
Thu, 10a, Taylors
Mother Goose on the Loose 1–24 mos
Library Board of Trustees
Mr. S. Allan Hill, Chair
Mr. Joe Poore, Vice Chair
Mr. Kenneth Baxter, Treasurer
Mr. William Pinkston, Secretary
Mr. Brian Aufmuth
Dr. Gene Beckner
Mrs. Elizabeth Collins
Mr. James Hoard
Mr. Tommy Hughes
Mrs. Marcia Moston
Mrs. Kristen Odom
Library Executive Director
Beverly James bjames@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.
• All events will take place, conditions permitting. Outdoor events will be held indoors in the case of rain.
• 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.
• The Library System provides access to resources that include a variety of viewpoints. The Library System does not necessarily endorse the contents of these resources or personal viewpoints expressed during a Library System event.
Nursery rhymes are used to create nurturing play experiences. Maximum of 3 children per adult caregiver. Attendance is limited to 40 per program. Get a free admission ticket at the desk.
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 A–B
Story Time ages 5 & under Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Mon, 10a, Five Forks, Meeting Rooms A–B
Mon, 10a, Mauldin
Mon, 10a, Travelers Rest
Tue, 10a, Berea
Tue, 10a, Greer, Meeting Room
Tue, 10a, Main, Story Room
Wed, 10a, Fountain Inn
Weekly preschool classes end Friday, Nov 17 and resume Tuesday Jan 2. Some locations have limited attendance. Ask for a free admission ticket at the desk. greenvillelibrary.org
Wed, 10a & 11a, Pelham Road
Thu, 10a, Augusta Road
Thu, 10a, Simpsonville
Fri, 10a & 11a, Taylors
Toddler Tales 19+ months
Stories, music, and movement.
Mon, 10a, Greer, Meeting Room
Tue, 11a, Simpsonville
Thu, 10a, Main, Story Room
Visit greenvillelibrary.org/kids/kindergarten-readiness for more information about the Palmetto Basics.
Join the Friends of the Greenville County Library System at greenvillelibrary.org/friends to have this event guide mailed to your home.
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
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.
ZOOM EVENTS • Online
These events are presented via Zoom.
Short Story Café ages 18+ Read and discuss the selected short story via Zoom. A digital copy will be emailed to you when you register.
“Song” by Stuart Dybek
Thu, Nov 16, 6p–7p
“Sorrowful Mysteries” by Andre Dubus
Thu, Dec 14, 6p–7p
VIRTUAL ACTIVITIES
Online
= Supply kits available (while they last).
Request a supply kit at: greenvillelibrary.org/ kids-virtual-activities
NOVEMBER
Art 101: Georges Seurat Preschool Picassos: Maud Lewis
ANDERSON ROAD • West Branch
864-269-5210 • andersonroad@greenvillelibrary.org
STEM Studies: Shadow Puppets ages 5–12
Mon, Nov 13, 3:30p–4:30p (drop-in) Science experiments with light.
Crafternoon: Holiday Crafts ages 11 & under
Thu, Nov 16, 3:30p–4:15p
AUGUSTA ROAD • Ramsey Family Branch
864-277-0161 • augustaroad@greenvillelibrary.org
Story Time ages 5 & under
Thu, Nov 2, 9, 10a–10:30a
Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Stay and Play! ages 2–6
greenvillelibrary.org/winter-reading
• 2625 Anderson Road, Greenville, SC 29611
Block Party ages 2–6
Mon, Nov 27, 10a–10:45a
Build with blocks in different shapes and sizes.
Book Club ages 18+ Read and discuss.
Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree
Thu, Nov 30, 6p–7:30p
• 100 Lydia Steet, Greenville, SC 29605
Thu, Nov 9, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in) Build kindergarten readiness skills.
Turkey Tales ages 5 & under
Thu, Nov 16, 10a–10:45a
Join us for turkey stories, music, and crafts.
LEGO® Club ages 5–11
Thu, Nov 30, 3:30p–4:15p Supplies provided.
Crafternoon: Holiday Crafts ages 11 & under
Thu, Dec 7, 3:30p–4:15p
Story Time ages 5 & under
Tue, Nov 7, 14, 10a–10:30a
Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Preschool Picassos: Maud Lewis ages 2–6
Thu, Nov 9, 10a–10:45a
Enjoy a story and create an art project. Dress for mess.
White Squirrel Festival ages 11 & under
Fri, Nov 10, 11a–12p (drop-in)
Stories, crafts, and games centered on Berea’s white squirrels.
Tiny Town ages 2–6
Tue, Nov 28, 3:30p–4:15p
Bring your favorite toy vehicle and travel down tape roads to explore the town! Enjoy a story, too.
The Polar Express Party ages 5 & under
Thu, Dec 14, 10a–10:45a
Join us for a reading of the book beside our Swamp Rabbit Train, followed by crafts.
Crochet Series ages 18+ Some supplies provided or bring your own.
Crochet Practice
Sat, Nov 11, 10a–11a
Bring a project to complete and practice your skills.
Crochet Practice
Sat, Dec 2, 10:30a–11:30a
Bring a project to complete and practice your skills.
FIVE FORKS BRANCH
864-234-4904 • fiveforks@greenvillelibrary.org • 104 Sunnydale Drive, Simpsonville, SC 29681
Musical Jamboree 18 mos–4 yrs Wed, Nov 1, 8, 15, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms A–B
Explore children’s literature through music, songs, creative movement, and instrument play.
Cards for Vets ages 11 & under Wed, Nov 1, 3:30p–4:15p, Meeting Rooms A–B
Create Veteran’s Day cards for service members.
Science Station: Fall ages 6–12
Thu, Nov 2, 10:30a–11:15a, Meeting Rooms A–B
Guided activities and experiments, including leaf chromatography.
Story Time ages 5 & under Mon, Nov 6, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms A–B
Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Build It ages 11 & under Mon, Nov 6, 3:30p–4:15p, Meeting Rooms A–B Supplies provided.
Bouncing Babies 1–18 mos
Tue, Nov 7, 14, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms A–B Stories, rhymes, music, and bouncing games. Includes play time for hands-on exploring and social skills development.
Homeschool Hangout ages 6–12 Thu, Nov 9, 10:30a–11:15a, Meeting Rooms A–B Games, crafts, and activities.
Turkey Tales ages 5 & under Mon, Nov 13, 10a–10:45a, Meeting Rooms A–B
Join us for turkey stories, music, and crafts.
The Studio: Quilling ages 6–12 Thu, Nov 16, 10:30a–11:15a, Meeting Rooms A–B Activities focused on the arts.
Family Craft Night all ages Supplies are limited.
Things That Go
Thu, Nov 16, 5p–7p (drop-in), Meeting Rooms A–B
Winter Holidays
Thu, Dec 14, 5p–7p (drop-in), Meeting Rooms A–B
Storytime Ballet: The Nutcracker ages 3 & up Sat, Nov 18, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms A–B Story-based performance with dancers from the International Ballet.
Gingerbread Hunt ages 2–6
Tue, Dec 5, 10a–10:45a, Meeting Rooms A–B
Join us in decorating a foam gingerbread house, followed by a scavenger hunt for gingerbread characters.
Afternoon Adventures ages 11 & up
Thu, Nov 9, 3:45p–4:30p, Meeting Rooms A–B
Join us for board games, crafts, and music.
Beading Jewelry 101 Series ages 18+
Fall Leaf Earrings
Wed, Nov 1, 6p–8p, Meeting Room A Suitable for beginner and intermediate skill levels. Supplies provided.
Holiday Earrings
Wed, Dec 6, 6p–8p, Meeting Room A Suitable for beginner and intermediate skill levels. Supplies provided.
Five Forks Flicks
Join us for a screening. Refreshments provided.
A Man Called Otto (2023) ages 18+ Wed, Nov 8, 6p–8p, Meeting Room A Rated PG-13.
The Polar Express (2004) all ages Wed, Dec 6, 6p–8:30p, Meeting Room A
Rated G.
Unraveled ages 18+
Tue, Nov 14, 28 & Dec 12, 10a–12p, Collaboration Space
Join us for knitting, crochet, sewing, and other fiber arts. Share ideas with fellow enthusiasts.
Book Club ages 18+ Read and discuss.
The Colony by Audrey Magee Wed, Nov 15, 10:30a–11:30a, Collaboration Space
Silver Alert by Lee Smith
Wed, Dec 20, 10:30a–11:30a, Collaboration Space
Kindness Rocks ages 18+ Wed, Nov 15 & Dec 13, 6p–7:30p, Meeting Room A Supplies provided or bring your own.
Winter Fairy Ornaments ages 18+ Tue, Dec 5, 6p–7:30p, Meeting Room B Supplies provided.
WordPress Next Steps ages 18+ Tue, Nov 28, 1p–3p, Collaboration Space
Explore WordPress and how to use it in a business setting. Led by South Carolina Small Business Development Centers.
3D Paper Snowflakes ages 18+ Wed, Nov 29, 6p–7:30p, Meeting Room A
Create a giant 3D snowflake from paper and discover how to make different sizes at home.
Small Business Development
WordPress Next Steps ages 18+
Tue, Nov 7, 1p–3p, Travelers Rest
Tue, Nov 21, 1p–3p, Main, Meeting Room C
Led by
Tue, Nov 28, 1p–3p, Five Forks, Collaboration Space
Pricing Strategies ages 18+
Tue, Dec 5, 1p–3p, Travelers Rest
Tue, Dec 19, 1p–3p, Main, Meeting Room C
FOUNTAIN INN • Kerry Ann Younts Culp Branch
864-862-2576 • fountaininn@greenvillelibrary.org
311 N Main Street, Fountain Inn, SC 29644
Story Time ages 5 & under Wed, Nov 1, 8, 10a–10:30a
Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Stay and Play! ages 2–6
Wed, Nov 1, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in) Build kindergarten readiness skills.
Cards for Vets ages 11 & under Wed, Nov 1, 3:30p–4:15p
Create Veteran’s Day cards for service members.
Turkey Tales ages 5 & under Wed, Nov 15, 10a–10:45a
Join us for turkey stories, music, and crafts.
LEGO® Club ages 5–11 Wed, Nov 15, 3:30p–4:15p
Supplies provided.
Crafternoon: Holiday Crafts
ages 11 & under Wed, Dec 6, 3:30p–4:15p
Create holiday-inspired crafts.
Calming Café ages 18+
Tue, Nov 7, 3p–4p
Join us for an hour of calming activities as we color, complete puzzles, and try brainteasers. Refreshments and supplies provided.
Tabletop Workshop Series: Campaign Architects ages 18+
Thu, Nov 9, 6:30p–7:30p
Explore storytelling strategies to create a long-term gaming experience for your players.
Crochet Series ages 18+
Supplies provided or bring your own yarn.
Intermediate Crochet: Part One
Tue, Nov 14, 4p–5:30p
Create a simple project while learning how to increase and decrease stitches.
Intermediate Crochet: Part Two
Tue, Nov 21, 4p–5:30p
Create a simple project while learning how to crochet a circle in the round.
Crochet Project: Ornament
Sat, Dec 9, 10a–11:30a
Crochet a simple, festive hanging ornament.
Technology 101: Computer and Internet Safety ages 18+
Fri, Nov 17, 3:30p–4:30p
Learn how to safely browse the internet, identify potential risks and scams, and keep your computer free of malware.
Knitting Series ages 18+ Supplies provided or bring your own.
Beginner Knitting: Part One
Tue, Nov 28, 3p–4:30p
Learn cast-on techniques as well as the knit stitch..
Beginner Knitting: Part Two
Tue, Dec 5, 3p–4:30p
Learn the purl stitch and how to cast off.
Book Club ages 18+ Read and discuss.
The Stationery Shop by Marjan Kamali
Fri, Dec 1, 3:30p–4:30p
GREER • Jean M. Smith Branch
864-877-8722 • greer@greenvillelibrary.org
505 Pennsylvania Avenue, Greer, SC 29650
Toddler Tales 19+ mos
Mon, Nov 6, 13, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Room
Stories, music, and movement.
Story Time ages 5 & under
Tue, Nov 7, 14, 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, Nov 14, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in), Meeting Room Build kindergarten readiness skills.
Preschool Picassos: Maud Lewis ages 2–6 Wed, Nov 15, 10a–10:45a, Meeting Room
Enjoy a story and create an art project. Dress for mess.
Turkey Tales ages 5 & under Tue, Nov 21, 10a–10:45a, Meeting Room
Join us for turkey stories, music, and crafts.
The Studio: Quilling ages 6–12 Wed, Nov 29, 10:30a–11:15a, Meeting Room
Activities focused on the arts.
My First Drive-In Movie: Holiday Edition ages 11 & under Tue, Dec 5, 10a–11a, Meeting Room Bring a box big enough to sit in. Materials to decorate “vehicles” provided. Enjoy a holiday-themed storybook, too.
Unraveled ages 18+
Join us for knitting, crochet, sewing, and other fiber arts. Share ideas with fellow enthusiasts.
Wed, Nov 8, 22 & Dec 6, 20, 9:30a–11:30a, Program Room
Tue, Nov 14, 28 & Dec 12, 6:30p–8p, Program Room
Kindness Rocks ages 18+ Wed, Nov 8 & Dec 6, 6:30p–8p, Program Room
Supplies provided or bring your own.
Book Club ages 18+ Read and discuss.
Waco: David Koresh, the Branch Davidians, and a Legacy of Rage by Jeff Guinn
Wed, Nov 29, 7p–8p, Program Room
Tangled Vines: Power, Privilege, and the Murdaugh Family Murders by John Glatt
Wed, Dec 27, 7p–8p, Program Room
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 • kallen@greenvillelibrary.org • KIDS: 864-527-9248 • child@greenvillelibrary.org
Toddler Tales 19+ mos
Thu, Nov 2, 9, 16, 10a–10:30a, Story Room Stories, music, and movement.
Bouncing Babies 1–18 mos
Thu, Nov 2, 9, 16, 11a–11:30a, Story Room Stories, rhymes, music, and bouncing games. Includes play time for hands-on exploring and social skills development.
Bilingual Story Time ages 7 & under
Fri, Nov 3, 10, 17, 4:30p–5p, Story Room
Cuentos bilingües en inglés y español para niños 7 años y menores acompañados por un adulto. Llame al 864-242-5000 ext. 2634 para más información. Join us for stories and songs in English and Spanish.
Lollipops Concert: Olivia Forms a Band best for ages 3–8
Sat, Nov 4, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms A–C
Story-based performance featuring Greenville Symphony Orchestra String Quintet and Traysie Amick with the South Carolina Children's Theatre.
Musical Jamboree 18 mos–4 yrs Mon, Nov 6, 13, 10a–10:30a, Story Room
Explore children’s literature through music, songs, creative movement, and instrument play.
Story Time ages 5 & under Tue, Nov 7, 14, 10a–10:30a, Story Room Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Holiday Countdown Paper Chains ages 5–11
Tue, Nov 7, 3:30p–4:15p, Story Room
Create paper chains to help your child countdown to a holiday you celebrate!
Sensory Story Time ages 8 & under Wed, Nov 8, 10a–10:45a, Story Room
Join us for a story time specially designed for children with autism or sensory integration challenges. Email special needs or requests to child@greenvillelibrary.org
Yoga Story Time ages 3–6 Fri, Nov 10, 10a–10:45a, Meeting Rooms B–C
Join us for stories, stretching, yoga poses, guided relaxation, and a mindful art project. Bring a mat.
Stay and Play! ages 2–6
Tue, Nov 14, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in), Meeting Rooms A–B Build kindergarten readiness skills.
The Studio: Quilling ages 6–12
Tue, Nov 14, 3:30p–4:15p, Story Room Activities focused on the arts.
Preschool Picassos: Maud Lewis ages 2–6
Wed, Nov 15, 10a–10:45a, Story Room
Enjoy a story and create an art project. Dress for mess.
Storytime Ballet: The Nutcracker ages 3 & up
Sat, Nov 18, 11:30a–12p, Meeting Rooms A–C Story-based performance with dancers from the International Ballet.
The Polar Express Party ages 12 & under
Thu, Nov 30, 10a–10:45a, Meeting Rooms B–C
Join us for a reading of the book, followed by crafts, games, and cocoa.
Bouncing Babies Holiday Playdate 1–18 mos Thu, Dec 7, 11a–12p (drop-in), Story Room
Holiday Open House ages 5 & under Fri, Dec 8, 10a–11a, Meeting Rooms A–C Enjoy Christmas stories, crafts, carols, games, and a visit with Santa.
Block Party ages 5 & under Mon, Dec 11, 10a–10:45a, Meeting Rooms A–B Build with blocks in different shapes and sizes.
Snowflake Salt Art ages 5–11 Thu, Dec 14, 3:30p–4:15p, Story Room
Create a snowflake with glue, salt, and watercolors. Dress for mess.
Teen Service Time ages 12–18
Tue, Nov 14, 4:30p–6p, Meeting Room A Earn volunteer hours. Snacks provided. Registration required.
My Neighbor’s Voice ages 18+
Sun, Nov 5, 3:30p–5p, Meeting Room A
Sharpen your listening and language skills with gameplay, community dialogue, and educational instruction. Led by My Neighbor’s Voice.
Introduction to Smartphones
ages 18+
Mon, Nov 6, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab
Grown-Up Gaming! ages 18+
Thu, Nov 16 & Dec 21, 6p–8p, Meeting Room A
Come join us for a night of modern tabletop board games. Try out some new favorites or bring your own to share.
Spreadsheets II ages 18+ Wed, Nov 29, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab
Use advanced features such as sorting, filtering, conditional formatting, and chart making.
Google Tools ages 18+ Mon, Dec 4, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab
Participants need an active Gmail/ Google Account.
Internet Safety ages 18+ Tue, Dec 5, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab
Microsoft PowerPoint ages 18+ Wed, Dec 13, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab
Learn how to create an electronic slideshow.
Pricing Strategies ages 18+ Tue, Dec 19, 1p–3p, Meeting Room C
This course covers the three most common pricing methods and why each one makes for a poor pricing strategy. Led by South Carolina Small Business Development Centers.
Getting into Settings ages 18+ Tue, Dec 19, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab
Discover some common features and settings to personalize the digital world to your own needs.
Word Processing II ages 18+ Thu, Dec 21, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab
One-Hit Wonders: Broadway Composers ages 18+
Thu, Nov 16, 6p–7:30p, Meeting Room C
Chautauqua Talk: Pablo Picasso
ages 18+
Tue, Nov 7, 7p–8:30p, Meeting Rooms A–C
Discover the life and legacy of Pablo Picasso and participate in a Q&A session. Led by Dr. Sarah Archino of Furman University. Note: Not a costumed performance. Livestream option available.
Computer Basics ages 18+
Wed, Nov 8, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab
Spreadsheets I ages 18+
Wed, Nov 15, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab
Some Broadway composers were known for just one very popular show. Explore what some Broadway composers accomplished after their first and only hit. Led by Jim Nicholson of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Furman University.
WordPress Next Steps ages 18+ Tue, Nov 21, 1p–3p, Meeting Room C Explore WordPress and how to use it in a business setting. Led by South Carolina Small Business Development Centers.
Cloud Storage ages 18+ Tue, Nov 21, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab
Word Processing I ages 18+ Thu, Dec 14, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab
Incorporate images, tables, headers, footers, and more to enhance your documents.
Haunted Holidays
Christmas Ghost Stories with Valentine Wolfe Thu, Dec 14, 6:30p–8p, Meeting Rooms A–C
Listen to ghost stories and haunting music in the Victorian tradition.
MAULDIN • W. Jack Greer Branch
864-277-7397
Story Time ages 5 & under Mon, Nov 6, 10a–10:30a
Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Stay and Play! ages 2–6 Mon, Nov 6, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in) Build kindergarten readiness skills.
Turkey Tales ages 5 & under Mon, Nov 13, 10a–10:45a
Join us for turkey stories, music, and crafts.
LEGO® Club ages 5–11 Mon, Nov 13, 3:30p–4:15p Supplies provided.
Crafternoon: Holiday Crafts ages 11 & under Mon, Dec 4, 3:30p–4:15p Create holiday-inspired crafts.
My First Drive-In Movie: Holiday Edition ages 11 & under Mon, Dec 11, 10a–11a Bring a box big enough to sit in.
800 W Butler Road, Greenville, SC 29607
Materials to decorate “vehicles” provided. Enjoy a holiday-themed storybook too.
Woodcarving Drop-In ages 18+ Sat, Nov 4, 2p–4p
Learn about the process of woodcarving, speak with the artists, and watch demonstrations. Led by Piedmont Wood Carvers Club.
Mindful Meditation and Journaling ages 18+
Mon, Nov 6, 6:30p–7:30p
Regroup, reflect, and find balance through guided meditation and journaling. Bring a yoga mat or towel, journal/notebook, and pen. Led by certified Meditation and Mindfulness Coach Cristina Alcala.
Night of Writing ages 18+ Thu, Nov 9, 6:30p–8p
Enjoy a hot cup of tea or cocoa while you work on your current project, try a brainstorming activity, and meet fellow writers in the area. Bring your own laptop or notebook.
PELHAM ROAD • F.W. Symmes Branch
Law Talk: Wills, Estates, and Probate ages 18+
Mon, Nov 13, 6:30p–7:30p
An SC-licensed attorney or judge presents an overview of wills, estates, and probate, followed by a brief Q&A session. Led by the South Carolina Bar Association. Law Talk sessions are designed to provide general legal information on the topic presented. They are not designed to provide guidance on your specific situation. If you need legal advice on a specific situation, you will need to consult with an attorney outside of the event setting
Yoga Nidra Meditation ages 18+
Thu, Nov 16, 10:30a–12p
Yoga Nidra (Yogic Sleep) guided meditation uses body sensing, breath awareness, and other practices to help you find healing and rejuvenation on a deep level. Bring a blanket/yoga mat to lie on, a pillow (or two for lower back pain), and a blanket to cover yourself. Led by Holistic Health Practitioner Sarah Troy.
864-288-6688 • pelhamroad@greenvillelibrary.org • 1508 Pelham Road,
Story Time ages 5 & under Wed, Nov 1, 8, 15, 10a–10:30a & 11a–11:30a
Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Bouncing Babies 1–18 mos Thu, Nov 2, 9, 16, 11a–11:30a
Stories, rhymes, music, and bouncing games. Includes play time for hands-on exploring and social skill development.
Musical Jamboree 18 mos–4 yrs
Tue, Nov 7, 10a–10:30a
Explore children’s literature through music, songs, creative movement, and instrument play.
Stay and Play! ages 2–6
Tue, Nov 7, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in) Build kindergarten readiness skills.
The Studio: Quilling ages 6–12
Fri, Nov 10, 10:30a–11:15a Activities focused on the arts.
Turkey Time Tea Party ages 5 & under
Tue, Nov 14, 10a–10:45a
Enjoy stories, snacks, and crafts.
STEM Studies: Shadow Puppets ages 5–12
Wed, Nov 15, 3:30p–4:30p (drop-in)
Science experiments with light.
LEGO® Club ages 5–11
Mon, Nov 27, 3:30p–4:15p
Supplies provided.
Native Plants & Pollinators ages 18+
Thu, Nov 30, 6:30p–7:30p
Learn how native SC plants interact and how to protect our Southern pollinators. Led by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
The Art of Generosity ages 18+
Tue, Dec 5, 11a–12p
Explore how the art of generosity is the key to relationships, its connection to appropriate boundary settings, and how everything we give to others we give to ourselves. Led by Holistic Health Practitioner Sarah Troy.
Holiday Maker Space ages 18+ Sat, Dec 2, 10:30a–12p
Use assorted supplies to create something new — a holiday card, a personalized dish, or décor for your home. Supplies provided.
Greenville, SC 29615
My First Drive-In Movie: Holiday Edition ages 11 & under
Tue, Nov 28, 10a–11a
Bring a box big enough to sit in. Materials to decorate “vehicles” provided. Enjoy a holiday-themed storybook too.
Story Time Holiday Playdate ages 5 & under
Wed, Nov 29, 10a–11a (drop-in)
Bouncing Babies Holiday
Playdate 1–18 mos
Thu, Nov 30, 11a–12p (drop-in)
Holiday Slime Time ages 5–11
Wed, Dec 6, 3:30p–4:15p
Discover the science behind slime and make some to take home. Supplies provided.
Book Club ages 18+ Read and discuss.
There There by Tommy Orange
Thu, Nov 2, 3p–4p
Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan
Thu, Dec 7, 3p–4p
Chair Yoga ages 18+
Mon, Nov 13 & Dec 11, 11a–12p
Certified 500-Hour Yoga Instructor Ann Minard leads an introductory class suited for beginners, seniors, and the physically challenged.
Intro to Bees and Beekeeping ages 18+
Mon, Nov 6, 6:30p–7:30p
See an observation hive and ask all your questions about bees. Led by local beekeeper Rick Silvers.
SIMPSONVILLE • Hendricks Branch
864-963-9031 • simpsonville@greenvillelibrary.org • 626 NE Main Street, Simpsonville, SC 29681
Story Time ages 5 & under
Thu, Nov 2, 9, 10a–10:30a
Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Stay and Play! ages 2–6
Thu, Nov 2, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in)
Build kindergarten readiness skills at this drop-in event.
Cards for Vets ages 11 & under
Thu, Nov 2, 3:30p–4:15p
Create Veteran’s Day cards for service members.
Mother Goose on the Loose 1–24 mos
Tue, Nov 7, 14, 10a–10:30a
Nursery rhymes are used to create nurturing play experiences.
Maximum of 3 children per adult caregiver. Attendance is limited to 40 per program. Get a free admission ticket at the desk.
Toddler Tales 19+ mos
Tue, Nov 7, 14, 11a–11:30a
Stories, music, and movement.
Build It ages 11 & under
Thu, Nov 9, 3:30p–4:15p
Create using provided supplies.
Turkey Tales ages 5 & under
Thu, Nov 16, 10a–10:45a
Join us for turkey stories, music, and crafts.
My First Drive-In Movie: Holiday Edition ages 11 & under
Thu, Dec 7, 10a–11a
Bring a box big enough to sit in. Materials to decorate “vehicles” provided. Enjoy a holiday-themed storybook too.
Mindfulness & Meditation
ages 18+
Sat, Nov 4, 10a–11:30a
Local mindfulness and meditation practitioner Sandy Juniper teaches methods to help you be present and de-stress.
Book Bingo ages 18+
Mon, Nov 6 & Dec 4, 11a–12p
Play bingo and win books! Refreshments served.
The Joys of Winter Gardening
ages 18+
Mon, Nov 6, 3p–4p
Learn ways to enjoy the winter gardening season and which plants bloom during this time of year. Led by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
Holiday Fun!
Crafternoon: Holiday Crafts ages 11 & under
Thu, Nov 16, 3:30p–4:15p, Anderson Road
Mon, Dec 4, 3:30p–4:15p, Mauldin
Wed, Dec 6, 3:30p–4:15p, Fountain Inn
Thu, Dec 7, 3:30p–4:15p, Augusta Road
Thu, Dec 7, 3:30p–4:15p, Travelers Rest
My First Drive-In Movie: Holiday Edition ages 11 & under
Tue, Nov 28, 10a–11a, Pelham Road
Wed, Nov 29, 10a–11a, Travelers Rest
Tue, Dec 5, 10a–11a, Greer, Meeting Room
Thu, Dec 7, 10a–11a, Simpsonville
Fri, Dec 8, 10a–11a, Taylors
Mon, Dec 11, 10a–11a, Mauldin
The Polar Express Party ages 5 & under
Thu, Nov 30, 10a–10:45a, Main, Meeting Rooms B–C
Thu, Dec 14, 10a–10:45a, Berea
Holiday Card Making ages 18+
Fri, Nov 10, 3p–4:30p
Create unique homemade holiday cards with stamps using mixed media, embossing and paper layering techniques. Supplies provided.
Trivia Night! ages 18+
Mon, Nov 13 & Dec 14, 7p–8:30p Enjoy a night of general trivia. Test your knowledge and see if you can win!
Apollo Then, Artemis Now: Our Return to the Moon ages 18+
Tue, Nov 14, 6p–7p
Watch Time of Apollo, a short film on the Apollo Moon Program, followed by a presentation on the new NASA Artemis Moon Program. Led by NASA Ambassador David Leaphart.
Book Club ages 18+ Read and discuss.
The Indigo Girl by Natasha Boyd Wed, Nov 15, 2p–3p
Writers’ Round Table ages 18+
Thu, Nov 16 & Dec 14, 7p–8:30p
Join us for this informal writing workshop.
Sticker Painting ages 18+
Fri, Nov 17, 10a–11:30a
Discover a relaxing craft that is a cross between paint by number and coloring. Materials provided.
Beaded Snowflake Earrings ages 18+
Tue, Dec 5, 6p–7:30p
Painted Canvas Ornaments ages 18+
Sat, Dec 9, 10a–11:30a
Paint Christmas-themed gnomes on mini canvases that can be used as ornaments.
Diamond Painting: Holiday Ornaments ages 18+
Sat, Dec 15, 10a–11:30a
Join us for this mosaic craft that's a cross between paint by number and cross stitch. Materials provided.
Make Your Own 2024 Calendar ages 18+
Mon, Dec 18, 6p–7p
Discover how to paste and size pictures to make and print a wall calendar using Microsoft Word.
Holiday Open House ages 5 & under
Fri, Dec 8, 10a–11a, Main, Meeting Rooms A–C
Grinch Party ages 5 & under
Tue, Dec 12, 10a–10:30a, Travelers Rest
Holiday Card Making ages 18+
Fri, Nov 10, 3p–4:30p, Simpsonville
3-D Paper Snowflakes ages 18+
Wed, Nov 29, 6p–7:30p, Five Forks, Meeting Room A
Holiday Maker Space ages 18+
Sat, Dec 2, 10:30a–12p, Mauldin
Winter Fairy Ornaments ages 18+
Tue, Dec 5, 6p–7:30p, Five Forks, Meeting Room B
Haunted Holidays: Christmas Ghost Stories with Valentine Wolfe ages 18+
Thu, Dec 14, 6:30p–8p, Main, Meeting Rooms A–C
TAYLORS • Burdette Branch
864-268-5955 • taylors@greenvillelibrary.org
Bouncing Babies 1–18 mos
Thu, Nov 2, 9, 16, 10a–10:30a
Stories, rhymes, music, and bouncing games. Includes play time for hands-on exploring and social skills development.
Story Time ages 5 & under
Fri, Nov 3, 10, 17, 10a–10:30a
Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Cards for Vets ages 11 & under
Tue, Nov 7, 3:30p–4:15p
Create Veteran’s Day cards for service members.
Stay and Play! ages 2–6
Fri, Nov 17, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in) Build kindergarten readiness skills.
TRAVELERS
864-834-3650
Bouncing Babies 1–18 mos
Wed, Nov 1, 8, 10a–10:30a
Stories, rhymes, music, and bouncing games. Includes play time for hands-on exploring and social skills development.
Lollipops Concert: Olivia Forms a Band best for ages 3–8 Sat, Nov 4, 11:30a–12p
Story-based performance featuring Greenville Symphony Orchestra
String Quintet and Traysie Amick with the South Carolina Children's Theatre.
316 W Main Street, Taylors, SC 29687
LEGO® Club ages 5–11
Fri, Nov 17, 3:30p–4:15p Supplies provided.
Bouncing Babies Playdate
1–18 mos
Thu, Dec 7, 10a–11a (drop-in)
My First Drive-In Movie: Holiday Edition ages 11 & under
Fri, Dec 8, 10a–11a
Bring a box big enough to sit in. Materials to decorate “vehicles” provided. Enjoy a holiday-themed storybook too.
Coloring Café ages 18+
Tue, Nov 7 & Dec 5, 6:30p–8p
Join us for coloring while enjoying tea. Coloring materials provided or bring your own.
Third Thursdays Theatre
ages 18+
Watch and discuss classic films. Popcorn provided. Led by former Osher Lifelong Learning Institute instructor Chip Kaufmann.
The Last of the Mohicans (1920)
Thu, Nov 16, 2p–4p
Not rated. One of the first film versions of the James Fenimore Cooper novel and the most faithful to the book. Shot on location in Yosemite Valley. Features a bonus short: A Girl’s Folly (1914).
The Shop Around the Corner (1940)
Thu, Dec 21, 2p–4p
Not rated. A remarkable blend of comedy, drama, and romance that takes place during the Christmas holidays in pre-WWII Budapest. Remade as the 1998 film You’ve Got Mail.
Armchair Traveler Series: Cinque Terre ages 18+
Thu, Dec 7, 6p–7:30p
Explore the beauty and wonder of Italy’s Cinque Terre. Led by Jim Nicholson of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Furman University.
Street, Travelers Rest, SC 29690
Story Time ages 5 & under
Mon, Nov 6, 13, 10a–10:30a
Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Turkey Time Tea Party ages 5 & under Wed, Nov 15, 10a–10:45a
Enjoy stories, snacks, and crafts.
My First Drive-In Movie: Holiday
Edition ages 11 & under Wed, Nov 29, 10a–11a
Bring a box big enough to sit in. Materials to decorate “vehicles” provided. Enjoy a holiday-themed storybook, too.
Crafternoon: Holiday Crafts ages 11 & under Thu, Dec 7, 3:30p–4:15p Create holiday-inspired crafts.
Grinch Party ages 5 & under Tue, Dec 12, 10a–10:30a
Enjoy crafts, activities, and a special viewing of How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
WordPress Next Steps ages 18+
Tue, Nov 7, 1p–3p
Explore WordPress and how to use it in a business setting. Led by South Carolina Small Business Development Centers.
Pricing Strategies ages 18+ Tue, Dec 5, 1p–3p
This course covers the three most common pricing methods and why each one makes for a poor pricing strategy. Led by South Carolina Small Business Development Centers.
Robots in Space ages 13+ Wed, Dec 13, 6p–7p
Discover why NASA uses robots for exploration and discuss the latest developments in robotics. Led by NASA Ambassador David Leaphart.
