Sep/Oct Event Guide 2023

WEEKLY BABY & PRESCHOOL CLASSES

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

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SEP/OCT 2023

PHANTOM OF THE OPERA (1925) LIVE SCORE

Experience the classic silent horror film with a special twist―a live musical score by gothic duo Valentine Wolfe.

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VIRTUAL EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

Follow along at home with these fun events and activities.

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SPANISH-LANGUAGE VISUAL ARTS SERIES

Some supplies provided. Bring your own sketchbook.

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ARMCHAIR TRAVELER SERIES: VENICE

Explore Venice’s glorious history, the perilous present, and prospects for the future.

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LATIN DANCE SERIES

Come by yourself or with friends to learn the basics of two popular Latin dances and have fun./Únete a nosotros para aprender a bailar Salsa y Bachata. Ven solo o con amigos y viste ropa cómoda.

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AUTHOR PANEL: INTRO TO SELF PUBLISHING

Join us for a panel discussion with three local authors—Kenyon Gagne, Mike Jones, and Rebecca F. Kenney—as they share their experience in self-publishing.

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CRIME IN THE CAROLINAS

Meet and greet mystery authors, buy books, and get books signed both before and after the panel.

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I THINK THEREFORE I AM An investigation of what distinguishes justified belief from opinion, taught through the lens of famous historical philosophers such as René Descartes.

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WEEKLY BABY & PRESCHOOL CLASSES

These classes use the Palmetto Basics to build Kindergarten Readiness.

Event Guide • Sep/Oct 2023

Hours

All Locations

Mon–Thu • 9a–9p

Fri & Sat • 9a–6p

Hughes Main Library & Five Forks Branch

Sun • 2p–6p

Holiday/Closings

Sep 3 & 4 (Labor Day) Sep 24 (automation system replacement)

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.

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 New time!

Mother Goose on the Loose 1–24 mos 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, Main, Story Room

Wed, 10a, Fountain Inn

Wed, 10a & 11a, Pelham Road

Thu, 10a, Augusta Road

Thu, 10a, Simpsonville

Fri, 10a & 11a, Taylors

Tue, 10a, Greer, Meeting Room

Toddler Tales 19+ months

Stories, music, and movement.

Mon, 10a, Greer, Meeting Room

Tue, 11a, Simpsonville

There are no preschool classes Mon, Sep 4. Ask for a free admission ticket at the desk. greenvillelibrary.org Visit

Thu, 10a, Main, Story Room

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.

Financial Fitness for Older Adults

Thu, Sep 14, 6:30p–7:30p

Learn to be savvy with your savings! Presented by the SC Department of Consumer Affairs.

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.

“The Master’s Castle” by Anthony Doerr

Thu, Sep 21, 6p–7p

“Delandria” by Asali Solomon

Thu, Oct 12, 6p–7p

VIRTUAL

ACTIVITIES • Online

= Supply kits available (while they last).

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

SEPTEMBER

Art 101: Mary Blair

Preschool Picassos: Iris Apfel

Paint By Numbers: Table Rock

ANDERSON ROAD • West Branch

864-269-5210 • andersonroad@greenvillelibrary.org

Where’s Waldo? ages 12 & under September 5–30

Waldo is hiding in the library! Grab a scavenger hunt guide from the branch desk and complete it to earn a small prize.

Science Station ages 6–12 Guided activities and experiments.

Forensic Science

Mon, Sep 11, 10:30a–11:15a

Natural Disasters

Mon, Oct 9, 10:30a–11:15a

STEM Studies ages 5–12

Forensics

OCTOBER

Art 101: Salvador Dali

Preschool Picassos: Sophie Blackall

Fall Gnome Wreath

Virtual Murder Mystery

Take home up to 5 packets of seeds from the Pop-Up Seed Library during your visit to these Library System locations. Available at Circulation desks during operating hours. This condensed version of the Seed Library offers seeds for fruits, vegetables, and flowers. The Seed Library is available year round at the Berea Branch Library.

Pelham Road • Tue, Sep 5

Five Forks • Thu, Sep 7

Greer • Tue, Sep 12

Main • Thu, Sep 14

Fountain Inn • Tue, Sep 19

2625 Anderson Road, Greenville, SC 29611

Mon, Sep 18, 3:30p–4:30p (drop-in) Science experiments involving fingerprinting and DNA.

Candy

Mon, Oct 16, 3:30p–4:30p (drop-in) Science experiments using candy.

Crafternoon ages 11 & under Supplies provided.

Apples

Thu, Sep 21, 3:30p–4:15p

Pumpkins

Thu, Oct 19, 3:30p–4:15p

Collecting and Investigating Family Stories ages 18+

Thu, Sep 21, 10a–11a Learn how to collect and investigate your family’s unique stories to pass on to the next generation.

Book Club ages 18+ Read and discuss.

One Last Stop by Casey McQuiston

Thu, Sep 28, 6p–7:30p

Dead Collections by Isaac Fellman

Thu, Oct 26, 6p–7:30p

Bad Art Night ages 18+

Thu, Oct 5, 6p–7:30p

Calling all artists - or not! Come use whatever skills you have to create the best artwork you can from the most random supplies we can find. No talent required, just bring your creativity!

Purchase gently used books at great prices. Proceeds from book sales help to fund Greenville County Library System classes and events. Become a Friends member at greenvillelibrary.org/friends

Five Forks Branch, Meeting Rooms A–B

Fri, Sep 8 • 3p–5p

Friends members only. Memberships sold at the door and required for purchases.

Sat, Sep 9 • 10a–3p

Open to the public.

Hughes Main Library, Meeting Rooms A–C

Fri, Oct 6 • 3p–5p

Friends members only. Memberships sold at the door and required for purchases.

Sat, Oct 7 • 10a–3p

Open to the public.

AUGUSTA ROAD • Ramsey Family Branch

864-277-0161 • augustaroad@greenvillelibrary.org

Where’s Waldo? ages 12 & under September 5–30

Waldo is hiding in the library! Grab a scavenger hunt guide from the branch desk and complete it to earn a small prize.

Story Time ages 5 & under

Thu, Sep 7, 14, 21, 28 & Oct 5, 12, 10a–10:30a

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

Stay and Play! ages 2–6

Thu, Sep 14 & Oct 5, 10:30a–11:15a

Build kindergarten readiness skills at this drop-in event.

LEGO® Club ages 6–11

Thu, Sep 28 & Oct 26, 3:30p–4:15p

Supplies provided.

Pumpkin Seed Contest

ages 12 & under October 1–31

Guess how many seeds are in the pumpkin. Closest guess without going over wins a prize! One entry per person. In the event of a tie, names will be entered into a drawing.

• 100 Lydia Steet, Greenville, SC 29605

Firefighters & Fire Trucks

ages 5 & under

Thu, Oct 19, 10a–11a

Enjoy a story time followed by a visit from real firefighters. See a real fire truck too!

Spooktacular Stories

ages 5 & under

Thu, Oct 26, 10a–10:30a

Join us for spooky stories and songs. Children are invited to wear costumes.

Visual Arts Series ages 18+

3-Point Perspective/Perspectiva de 3 puntos

Mart, Sept 5, 6p–7:30p

Learn to render 3D objects on a flat surface and accurately draw structures like buildings and cars. Pencils and paper provided. Descubra cómo representar objetos en 3D en una superficie plana y poder dibujar con precisión estructuras como edificios, y automóviles. Se proporcionarán lápices y papel. Se recomienda que traiga su propio cuaderno de bocetos y herramientas de arte. Se requiere registro. Envíe un

BEREA • Sarah Dobey Jones Branch

864-246-1695 • berea@greenvillelibrary.org

Where’s Waldo? ages 12 & under September 5–30

Waldo is hiding in the library! Grab a scavenger hunt guide from the branch desk and complete it to earn a small prize.

Story Time ages 5 & under

Tue, Sep 5, 12, 19, 26 & Oct 3, 10, 17, 24, 10a–10:30a

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

Stay and Play! ages 2–6

Tue, Sep 26 & Oct 24, 10:30a–11:15a

Build kindergarten readiness skills at this drop-in event.

correo electrónico a augustaroad@ greenvillelibrary.org o llame al 864277-0161 para registrarse.

Pet Portraiture

Tue, Sep 26, 6p–7:30p

Learn the basics of drawing common pets such as dogs, cats, and birds. Bring a photograph of a pet and pencils.

Figure Drawing/Dibujo de figuras

Mart, Oct 10, 6p–7:30p

Learn the basics of human anatomical structures and proportions. Use simple techniques to draw a full person in action. Pencils and paper provided. Aprenda los conceptos básicos de las estructuras y proporciones anatómicas humanas, junto con técnicas de dibujo simples, para comprender cómo crear un dibujo de una persona completa en acción. Se proporcionarán lápices y papel. Se recomienda que traiga su propio cuaderno de bocetos y herramientas de arte. Se requiere registro. Envíe un correo electrónico a augustaroad@ greenvillelibrary.org o llame al 864277-0161 para registrarse.

Acrylic Halloween Landscape

Tue, Oct 31, 6p–7:30p

Explore the fundamentals of acrylic painting while depicting a spooky setting. Bring your own painting surface and brushes.

Computer Basics ages 18+

Thu, Sep 7, 3p–4p

Learn the basics of navigating a computer and using a mouse and keyboard.

The Fall Garden: Putting Your Bed to Bed ages 18+

Tue, Sep 12, 6:30p–7:30p

Discover the six major issues that affect flower and vegetable growth through the fall and winter and learn how you can combat them at home. Led by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.

Is There Life Out There?

ages 13+

Thu, Oct 5, 6p–7p

Learn about the possibilities of extraterrestrial life through an interactive discussion. Led by NASA Ambassador David Leaphart.

• 111 N Hwy 25 Bypass, Greenville, SC 29617

Pumpkin Seed Contest

ages 12 & under

October 1-31

Guess how many seeds are in the pumpkin. Closest guess without going over wins a prize! One entry per person. In the event of a tie, names will be entered into a drawing.

Spooktacular Stories ages 5 & under

Tue, Oct 31, 10a–10:30a

Join us for spooky stories and songs. Children are invited to wear costumes.

Armchair Traveler Series: Venice ages 18+

Tue, Sep 26, 6p–7:30p

Explore Venice’s glorious history, the perilous present, and prospects for the future. Led by Jim Nicholson of the Osher LifeLong Learning Institute at Furman University.

Crochet Series ages 18+

Some supplies provided or bring your own.

Beginner Crochet

Sat, Sep 30, 10a–11a

Learn the basics of how to crochet with single stitches.

Crochet Practice

Sat, Oct 28, 10a–11a

Bring a project to complete and practice your skills.

Intro to Bees & Beekeeping ages 18+

Wed, Oct 4, 10a–11a

See an observation hive and ask all your questions about bees. Led by local beekeeper Rick Silvers.

FIVE FORKS BRANCH

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

Where’s Waldo? ages 12 & under September 5–30

Waldo is hiding in the library! Grab a scavenger hunt guide from the branch desk and complete it to earn a small prize.

Bouncing Babies 1–18 mos

Tue, Sep 5, 12, 19, 26 & Oct 3, 10, 17, 24, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms A–B

Stories, rhymes, music, and bouncing games. Includes play time for hands-on exploring and social skill development.

Musical Jamboree 18 mos–4 yrs

Wed, Sep 6, 20, 27 & Oct 4, 11, 18, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms A–B Explore children’s literature through music, songs, creative movement, and instrument play.

Story Time ages 5 & under Mon, Sep 11, 25 & Oct 2, 9, 23, 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

Tue, Sep 12 & Wed, Oct 18, 3:30p–4:15p, Meeting Rooms A–B Supplies provided.

Twinkle Bear Goes To Ballet ages 3–6 Wed, Sep 13, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms A–B

Grab your favorite stuffed animal and join us as Dance Without Limits leads a class. Wear shoes you can dance in.

Homeschool Hangout ages 6–12 Thu, Sep 14 & Oct 12, 10:30a–11:15a, Meeting Rooms A–B Games, crafts, and activities.

Talk Like a Pirate Story Time ages 5 & under Mon, Sep 18, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms A–B

Stay and Play! ages 2–6

Mon, Sep 18 & Oct 23, 10:30a–11:15a, Meeting Rooms A–B Build kindergarten readiness skills at this drop-in event.

Family Craft Night all ages Supplies are limited.

Pirates

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

Not So Spooky Thu, Oct 26, 5p–7p (drop-in), Meeting Rooms A–B

Science Station ages 6–12 Guided activities and experiments.

Forensic Science

Thu, Sep 7, 10:30a–11:15a, Meeting Rooms A–B

Natural Disasters

Thu, Oct 5, 10:30a–11:15a, Meeting Rooms A–B

The Studio ages 6–12 Activities focused on the arts.

Photo Collage

Thu, Sep 28, 10:30a–11:15a, Meeting Rooms A–B

Worry Dolls

Thu, Oct 26, 10:30a–11:15a, Meeting Rooms A–B

Pumpkin Seed Contest ages 12 & under October 1-31

Guess how many seeds are in the pumpkin. Closest guess without going over wins a prize! One entry per person. In the event of a tie, names will be entered into a drawing.

Campfire Coloring all ages

Mon, Oct 9, 3:30p-4:15p (drop-in), Meeting Rooms A–B Supplies provided.

Firefighters & Fire Trucks

ages 5 & under Mon, Oct 16, 10a–11a, Meeting Rooms A–B

Enjoy a story time followed by a visit from real firefighters. See a real fire truck too!

Musical Jamboree Monster

Mash 18 mos–4 yrs

Wed, Oct 25, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms A–B

Children are invited to wear costumes.

Storytime Ballet: The Day the Crayons Quit ages 3 & up Sat, Oct 21, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms A–B

Story-based performance with dancers from the International Ballet.

Spooktacular Stories

ages 5 & under Mon, Oct 30, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms A–B

Join us for spooky stories and songs. Children are invited to wear costumes.

Bouncing Babies Boo Bash

1–18 mos

Tue, Oct 31, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms A–B

Babies and their caregivers are invited to wear costumes for a special Halloween celebration featuring stories, songs, and finger plays. (Due to space limitations, we cannot accommodate groups.)

Afternoon Adventures ages 12–18

Thu, Sep 14 & Oct 12, 3:45p–4:30p, Collaboration Space

Join us for board games, crafts, and music.

Beading Jewelry 101 Series

ages 18+

Part One

Wed, Sep 6, 6:30p–8p, Meeting Room A

Learn the terminology, tools, and instructional guidelines to create a bracelet. Supplies provided.

Part Two

Wed, Oct 11, 6:30p–8p, Meeting Room A

Continue learning from Part One, or learn for the first time. Supplies provided.

Unraveled ages 18+

Tue, Sep 12, 26 & Oct 10, 24, 10a–12p, Collaboration Space

Join us for knitting, crochet, sewing, and any other fiber arts. Share ideas with fellow enthusiasts.

Five Forks Flicks

Join us for a screening. Refreshments provided.

The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023) all ages

Wed, Sep 13, 6p–8p, Meeting Room A

Rated PG. Parental guidance suggested.

Practical Magic (1998) ages 18+

Thu, Oct 19, 6p–8:30p, Meeting Room A Rated PG-13.

Microsoft Word Basics ages 18+

Thu, Sep 14, 6p–7:30p, Collaboration Space

Learn how to create and edit documents.

Growing Herbs ages 18+ Mon, Sep 18, 6p–7p, Meeting Room A

Learn the history and lore about commonly grown herbs and how best to harvest and preserve them. Led by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.

Fall Fairy Ornaments ages 18+

Tue, Sep 19, 6p–7:30p, Meeting Room B

Create your own autumn themed fairy ornament with step-by-step instructions. Supplies provided.

Kindness Rocks ages 18+ Wed, Sep 20 & Oct 18, 6p–7:30p, Meeting Room A

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

FIVE FORKS BRANCH (continued)

Business Technology Trends

ages 18+

Tue, Sep 26, 1p–3p

Explore some of the latest tech topics and how they apply to small businesses. Led by South Carolina Small Business Development Centers.

Grown-Up Gaming! ages 18+

Tue, Sep 26 & Oct 31, 6p–8p, Meeting Room A

Join us for a night of modern tabletop board games. Try out some new favorites or bring your own to share.

Book Club ages 18+ Read and discuss.

Lucy by the Sea by Elizabeth Strout

Wed, Sep 27, 10:30a–11:30a, Collaboration Space

Horse by Geraldine Brooks

Wed, Oct 25, 10:30a–11:30a, Collaboration Space

Microsoft Excel Basics

ages 18+

Thu, Oct 19, 6p–7:30p, Collaboration Space

Learn and practice with tools to craft basic tables in Excel.

Beginner WordPress Workshop ages 18+

Tue, Oct 24, 1p–3p

Learn the basics of design and explore the capability, application, and strategy behind using this popular flexible software. Led by South Carolina Small Business Development Centers.

Visual Arts Series ages 18+

Autumn Watercolor

Tue, Oct 24, 6p–8p, Meeting Room B

Embrace the oranges and yellows of fall through watercolor landscape painting. Bring your own paper and brushes.

Chills and Thrills

‘Neath the Weeping Willow Tree: Loss and Suffering in the Victorian Age ages 18+

Led by retired Walnut Grove Plantation Historian and speaker Gary Pender.

Thu, Sep 14, 6:30p–7:30p, Greer, Meeting Room

Thu, Oct 19, 6:30p–7:30p, Travelers Rest

Wicked Plants ages 18+

Tue, Oct 17, 6p–7p, Main, Meeting Room B

Learn about a variety of killer plants, based off of the book Wicked Plants: The Weed that Killed Lincoln's Mother & Other Botanical Atrocities by Amy Stewart. Presented by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.

Third Thursdays Theatre ages 18+

The Wolf Man (1941)

Thu, Oct 19, 2p–4p, Taylors

Not rated. An American horror film that popularized the werewolf as one of the classic movie monsters. Starring Lon Chaney, Jr.

Five Forks Flicks ages 18+

Practical Magic (1998)

Thu, Oct 19, 6p–8:30p, Five Forks, Meeting Room A Rated PG-13.

Book Club ages 18+

Read and discuss.

Trailed: One Woman's Quest to Solve the Shenandoah Murders by Kathryn Miles

Wed, Oct 25, 7p–8p, Greer, Program Room

Frankenstein by Mary Shelley

Fri, Oct 27, 3:30p–4:30p, Fountain Inn

Phantom of the Opera (1925)

Live Score ages 18+

Thu, Oct 26, 6:30p–8:30p, Main, Meeting Rooms A–C

Experience the classic silent horror film with a special twist—a live musical score by gothic duo Valentine Wolfe.

Crochet Series ages 18+

Crochet Project: Cozy

Sat, Oct 28, 10a–11:30a, Fountain Inn

Review and build on your skills to crochet a pumpkin mug cozy.

Visual Arts Series ages 18+

Acrylic Halloween Landscape

Tue, Oct 31, 6p–7:30p, Augusta Road

Explore the fundamentals of acrylic painting while depicting a spooky setting. Bring your own painting surface and brushes.

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, Sep 6, 13, 27 & Oct 4, 11, 10a–10:30a

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

Stay and Play! ages 2–6 Wed, Sep 6 & Oct 4, 10:30a–11:15a

Build kindergarten readiness skills at this drop-in event.

Crafternoon ages 11 & under Supplies provided.

Apples

Wed, Sep 6, 3:30p–4:15p

Pumpkins

Wed, Oct 4, 3:30p–4:15p

Talk Like a Pirate Story Time

ages 5 & under Wed, Sep 20, 10a–10:30a

LEGO® Club ages 6–11 Wed, Sep 20 & Oct 18, 3:30p–4:15p Supplies provided.

Pumpkin Seed Contest

ages 12 & under October 1–31

Guess how many seeds are in the pumpkin. Closest guess without going over wins a prize! One entry per person. In the event of a tie, names will be entered into a drawing.

Campfire Coloring all ages Wed, Oct 11, 3:30p–4:15p (drop-in) Supplies provided.

Firefighters & Fire Trucks

ages 5 & under

Wed, Oct 18, 10a–11a

Enjoy a story time followed by a visit from real firefighters. See a real fire truck too!

Spooktacular Stories

ages 5 & under

Wed, Oct 25, 10a–10:30a

Join us for spooky stories and songs. Children are invited to wear costumes.

Crochet Series ages 18+ Supplies provided or bring your own yarn.

Intermediate Crochet: Part One

Wed, Sep 6, 5p–6:30p

Create a simple project while learning how to increase and decrease stitches.

Intermediate Crochet: Part Two

Wed, Sep 20, 5p–6:30p

Create a simple project while learning how to crochet a circle in the round.

Crochet Project: Hat

Sat, Sep 30, 10a–11:30a

Review and build on your skills to crochet a simple hat.

Beginner Crochet: Part One

Wed, Oct 11, 5p–6:30p

Learn the basics with slip stitch, chain, and single crochet stitches.

Beginner Crochet: Part Two

Wed, Oct 25, 5p–6:30p

Learn double and treble crochet stitches as well as how to fasten off your project.

Crochet Project: Cozy

Sat, Oct 28, 10a–11:30a

Review and build on your skills to crochet a pumpkin mug cozy.

Computer Basics ages 18+

Fri, Sep 8, 3:30p–4:30p

Learn the basics of navigating a computer and using a mouse and keyboard.

Unusual Solutions for Container Gardens ages 18+

Sat, Sep 9, 10a–11a

Explore the basic concepts of using fun and unusual containers for indoor/outdoor planting and centerpieces. Led by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.

Calming Café ages 18+

Tue, Sep 12 & Oct 17, 3p–4p

Join us as we color, complete puzzles, and try brainteasers. Refreshments and supplies provided.

Tabletop Workshop Series ages 18+

Beginner Game Masters

Thu, Sep 14, 6:30p–7:30p

Learn how to run tabletop roleplaying games like Dungeons and Dragons. Discover tips and tricks for starting and running a long-term campaign.

Beginner Player ages 18+

Thu, Oct 12, 6:30p–7:30p

Join us for an interactive workshop covering table etiquette, what to bring, and what to expect when playing in your first tabletop roleplaying game session.

Knitting Series ages 18+ Supplies provided or bring your own.

Beginner Knitting: Part One

Tue, Sep 19, 6p–7:30p

Learn how to cast on and the knit stitch.

Knitting Project: Scarf

Sat, Sep 23, 10a–11:30a

Using a simple knit stitch, knit a single or multi-color scarf.

Beginner Knitting: Part Two

Tue, Sep 26, 6p–7:30p

Learn the purl stitch and how to cast off.

Intermediate Knitting: Part One

Tue, Oct 10, 6p–7:30p

Create a simple project while learning how to increase and decrease stitches.

Knitting Project: Fingerless Gloves

Sat, Oct 21, 10a–11:30a

Building on basic skills, create a pair of fingerless gloves.

Intermediate Knitting: Part Two

Tue, Oct 24, 6p–7:30p

Create a simple project while learning about blocking and caring for finished pieces.

Book Club ages 18+ Read and discuss.

The Book of Gothel by Mary McMyne

Fri, Sep 22, 3:30p–4:30p

Frankenstein by Mary Shelley

Fri, Oct 27, 3:30p–4:30p

Internet Basics ages 18+

Fri, Oct 20, 3:30p–4:30p

Learn the basics of the Internet, how to surf the web, and other useful tips.

The Joys of Winter Gardening ages 18+

Mon, Oct 23, 3p–4p

Discover the pleasures found in the winter garden - structure, bark, and the plants that bloom. Led by the Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.

GREER • Jean M. Smith Branch

864-877-8722 • greer@greenvillelibrary.org • 505 Pennsylvania Avenue,

Story Time ages 5 & under

Tue, Sep 5, 12, 26 & Oct 3, 10, 17, 31, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Room

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

Science Station ages 6–12 Guided activities and experiments.

Forensic Science

Wed, Sep 6, 10:30a–11:15a, Meeting Room

Natural Disasters

Wed, Oct 4, 10:30a–11:15, Meeting Room

Toddler Tales 19+ mos

Mon, Sep 11, 18, 25 & Oct 2, 9, 16, 30, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Room Stories, music, and movement.

Stay and Play! ages 2–6

Tue, Sep 12 & Oct 10, 10:30a–11:15a, Meeting Room

Build kindergarten readiness skills at this drop-in event.

Talk Like a Pirate Story Time ages 5 & under Tue, Sep 19, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Room

Preschool Picassos ages 2–6

Enjoy a story and create an art project. Dress for mess.

Iris Apfel

Wed, Sep 20, 10a–10:45a, Meeting Room

Sophie Blackall

Wed, Oct 18, 10a–10:45a, Meeting Room

The Studio ages 6–12 Activities focused on the arts.

Photo Collage

Wed, Sep 27, 10:30a–11:15a, Meeting Room

Worry Dolls

Wed, Oct 25, 10:30a–11:15a, Meeting Room

Pumpkin Seed Contest ages 12 & under October 1–31

Guess how many seeds are in the pumpkin. Closest guess without going over wins a prize! One entry per person. In the event of a tie, names will be entered into a drawing.

Greer, SC 29650

Lollipops Concert:

Creepy Carrots best for ages 3–8

Sat, Oct 14, 11:30a–12p, Meeting Room

Story-based performance featuring Greenville Symphony Orchestra String Quintet and South Carolina Children’s Theatre’s Traysie Amick.

Not-So-Spooky Toddler Tales

19+ mos

Mon, Oct 23, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Room

Join us for stories and songs. Children are invited to wear costumes.

Spooktacular Stories

ages 5 & under Tue, Oct 24, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Room

Join us for spooky stories and songs. Children are invited to wear costumes.

Unraveled: Yarn Swap Program Room

Join us for knitting, crochet, sewing, and any other fiber arts. Share ideas with fellow enthusiasts. Bring your much loved, but underused yarn to swap with fellow crafters.

Tue, Sep 5 & 19, 6:30p–8p

Wed, Sep 13 & 27, 9:30a–11:30a

‘Neath the Weeping Willow Tree: Loss and Suffering in the Victorian Age ages 18+

Thu, Sep 14, 6:30p–7:30p, Meeting Room

Led by retired Walnut Grove Plantation Historian and speaker Gary Pender.

Book Club ages 18+ Read and discuss.

Before and After: The Incredible Real-Life Stories of Orphans Who Survived the Tennessee Children's Home Society by Judy Christie and Lisa Wingate

Wed, Sep 27, 7p–8p, Program Room

Trailed: One Woman's Quest to Solve the Shenandoah Murders by Kathryn Miles

Wed, Oct 25, 7p–8p, Program Room

Unraveled ages 18+ Program Room

Join us for knitting, crochet, sewing, and any other fiber arts. Share ideas with fellow enthusiasts.

Tue, Oct 3 & 23, 6:30p–8p

Wed, Oct 11 & 25, 9:30a–11:30a

Latin Dance Series/Taller de Salsa y Bachata

ages 18+

Come by yourself or with friends to learn the basics of two popular Latin dances and have fun. Wear something comfortable that you can move in. Led by Jaramillo’s Latin Dance.

Únete a nosotros para aprender a bailar Salsa y Bachata. Ven solo o con amigos y viste ropa cómoda. Los talleres serán dirigidos por un instructor de Jaramillo’s Latin Dance.

Salsa

Thu, Sep 21, 6:30p–7:30p, Meeting Room

Bachata

Thu, Sep 28, 6:30p–7:30p, Meeting 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 • teens@greenvillelibrary.org

Where’s Waldo? ages 12 & under September 5–30

Waldo is hiding in the library! Grab a scavenger hunt guide from the branch desk and complete it to earn a small prize.

Story Time ages 5 & under

Tue, Sep 5, 12, 19, 26 & Oct 10, 17, 24, 10a–10:30a, Story Room

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

Coffee Filter Butterflies ages 5–11

Tue, Sep 5, 3:30p–4:15p, Story Room

Create watercolor butterflies. Supplies provided.

Toddler Tales 19+ mos

Thu, Sep 7, 14, 21, 28 & Oct 5, 12, 19, 10a–10:30a, Story Room Stories, music, and movement.

Bouncing Babies 1–18 mos

Thu, Sep 7, 14, 21, 28 & Oct 5, 12, 19, 11a–11:30a, Story Room

Stories, rhymes, music, and bouncing games. Includes play time for hands-on exploring and social skill development.

Bilingual Story Time/ Cuentos bilingües ages 7 & under 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.

Stories & Songs

Fri, Sep 8, 22, 29 & Oct 13, 20, 4:30p–5:15p, Story Room New Time!

Guatemalan Worry Dolls

Fri, Sep 15, 4:30p–5:15p, Story Room

Enjoy a story, learn the legend of worry dolls, and make a worry doll.

Frida Kahlo

Fri, Oct 6, 4:30p–5:15p, Story Room

Enjoy a story, learn about Frida Kahlo, and paint a self-portrait.

Day of the Dead Celebration

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

Fri, Oct 27, 4:30p–5:15, Story Room

Bring your family and enjoy a story, music, crafts, and a taste of pan de muertos. While supplies last.

Musical Jamboree 18 mos–4 yrs

Mon, Sep 11, 18, 25 & Oct 2, 9, 16, 23, 10a–10:30a, Story Room

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

The Studio ages 6–12

Activities focused on the arts.

Photo Collage

Tue, Sep 12, 3:30p–4:15p, Story Room

Worry Dolls

Tue, Oct 10, 3:30p–4:15p, Story Room

Sensory Story Time ages 8 & under

Wed, Sep 13 & Oct 11, 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

My First Drive-In Movie ages 2–6 Fri, Sep 15, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms B–C

Enjoy a video storybook while sitting in your “car.” Bring a box large enough to sit in. Materials to decorate boxes provided.

Stay and Play! ages 2–6

Tue, Sep 19 & Oct 17, 10:30a–11:15a, Meeting Rooms A–B Build kindergarten readiness skills at this drop-in event.

LEGO® Club ages 6–11

Tue, Sep 19 & Oct 17, 3:30p–4:15p, Story Room Supplies provided.

Preschool Picassos ages 2–6

Enjoy a story and create an art project. Dress for mess.

Iris Apfel

Wed, Sep 20, 10a-10:45a, Story Room

Sophie Blackall

Wed, Oct 18, 10a-10:45a, Story Room

Glass Gem Corn ages 5–11

Tue, Sep 26, 3:30p–4:15p, Story Room

Use glass beads and chenille stems to make gem corn.

Outdoor Story Time ages 5 & under

Fri, Sep 29, 10a–10:30a, Front Lawn Event will be held in the Story Room in the case of rain.

Pumpkin Seed Contest ages 12 & under October 1–31

Guess how many seeds are in the pumpkin. Closest guess without going over wins a prize! One entry per person. In the event of a tie, names will be entered into a drawing.

Firefighters & Fire Trucks ages 5 & under

Tue, Oct 3, 10a–10:30a, Story Room Enjoy a story time followed by a visit from real firefighters. See a real fire truck too!

Superhero Masks ages 5–11

Tue, Oct 3, 3:30p–4:15p, Story Room

Color a superhero mask to wear. While supplies last.

Lollipops Concert: Creepy Carrots best for ages 3–8 Sat, Oct 14, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms A–C

Story-based performance featuring Greenville Symphony Orchestra

String Quintet and South Carolina Children’s Theatre’s Traysie Amick.

Storytime Ballet: The Day the Crayons Quit ages 3 & up Sat, Oct 21, 11:30a–12p, Meeting Rooms A–C

Story-based performance with dancers from the International Ballet.

Build It ages 11 & under Tue, Oct 24, 3:30p–4:15p, Story Room Supplies provided.

Not-So-Spooky Toddler Tales 19+ mos

Thu, Oct 26, 10a–10:30a, Story Room

Join us for stories and songs. Children are invited to wear costumes.

Bouncing Babies Boo Bash 1–18 mos

Thu, Oct 26, 11a–11:30a, Story Room

Babies and their caregivers are invited to wear costumes for a special Halloween celebration featuring stories, songs, and finger plays. (Due to space limitations, we cannot accommodate groups.)

Musical Jamboree Monster

Mash 18 mos–4 yrs

Mon, Oct 30, 10a–10:30a, Story Room

Children are invited to wear costumes.

Twilight Tales ages 5 & under Mon, Oct 30, 6p–6:30p, Story Room

Join us for not-so-spooky stories and songs. Children are invited to wear costumes.

Spooktacular Stories

ages 5 & under Tue, Oct 31, 10a–10:30a, Story Room

Join us for spooky stories and songs. Children are invited to wear costumes.

Crafternoon: Pumpkins ages 11 & under Tue, Oct 31, 3:30p–4:15p, Story Room Supplies provided.

Teen Service Time ages 12–18 Tue, Sep 19 & Oct 17, 4:30p-6p, Meeting Room A Earn volunteer hours. Snacks provided. Registration required.

Trivia at Birds Fly South ages 21+

Thu, Sep 7 & Oct 5, 6:30p–8:30p, Birds Fly South Ale Project, 1320 Hampton Ave Ext, Greenville, SC 29601 Join us for a night of pub trivia! Test your knowledge and see if you can win big prizes!

greenvillelibrary.org/eventseries/out-about

Hispanic Heritage

Art Exhibit

September 15–October 8

Featuring Aura Ramírez-Guerrero, multimedia artist. Presented by Palmetto Luna Arts.

Make Games, Learn Code ages 18+

Tue, Sep 6 & Wed, Oct 4, 6:30p–8:30p, Training Lab

Discover the Unity game engine to create games and learn C# programming.

Business Technology Trends

ages 18+

Tue, Sep 19, 1p–3p, Meeting Room C

Explore some of the latest tech topics and how they apply to small businesses. Led by South Carolina Small Business Development Centers.

Grown-Up Gaming! ages 18+

Thu, Sep 21 & Oct 19, 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.

Paint by Number Night ages 18+

Thu, Sep 28, 6p–7p, Meeting Room A

Create your very own scenic painting of Table Rock Mountain using a paint by number kit. No previous painting experience is required. Materials provided.

Internet Safety ages 18+

Mon, Oct 9, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab

Computer Basics ages 18+ Tue, Oct 10, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab

Crime in the Carolinas ages 18+ Sat, Sep 23, 1p–4p, Meeting Rooms A–C

Meet and greet mystery authors, buy books, and get books signed both before and after the panel.

Panel Discussion

2p–3p

Setting is an important part of any story. Local mystery writers (Cindy Blackburn, John Carenen, Sally Handley, Linda Lovely, Linda Shirley Robertson, and moderator Linda M. Whitaker) with books set in the Carolinas share how setting plays an important role in their novels in an engaging panel discussion. Led by the Upstate SC Chapter of Sisters in Crime.

Word Processing I ages 18+

Thu, Oct 12, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab

Beginner WordPress

Workshop ages 18+

Tue, Oct 17, 1p–3p, Meeting Room C

Learn the basics of design and explore the capability, application, and strategy behind using this popular flexible software. Led by South Carolina Small Business Development Centers.

Wicked Plants ages 18+

Tue, Oct 17, 6p–7p, Meeting Room B

Learn about a variety of killer plants, based off of the book Wicked Plants: The Weed that Killed Lincoln's Mother & Other Botanical Atrocities by Amy Stewart. Presented by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.

Word Processing II ages 18+ Thu, Oct 19, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab Incorporate images, tables, headers, footers, and more to add flare to your documents.

Getting into Settings ages 18+ Mon, Oct 23, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab

Discover some common features and settings to personalize the digital world to your own needs.

Microsoft PowerPoint ages 18+ Tue, Oct 24, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab

Learn how to create an electronic slideshow.

Google Tools ages 18+ Wed, Oct 25, 3:30p–5p, Training Lab

Participants need an active Gmail/ Google Account.

Family History Club ages 18+ Thu, Oct 26, 4p–5p, Training Lab Start a new family tree or discover new records to further your family history research while connecting with other genealogy enthusiasts.

Phantom of the Opera (1925)

Live Score ages 18+ Thu, Oct 26, 6:30p–8:30p, Meeting Rooms A–C

Experience the classic silent horror film with a special twist—a live musical score by gothic duo Valentine Wolfe.

Cindy Blackburn

John Carenen Sally Handley

Linda Lovely

Linda Shirley Robertson

Linda M. Whitaker

MAULDIN • W. Jack Greer Branch

864-277-7397 • mauldin@greenvillelibrary.org • 800 W Butler Road, Greenville, SC 29607

Story Time ages 5 & under

Mon, Sep 11, 18, 25 & Oct 2, 9, 23, 10a–10:30a

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

Stay and Play! ages 2–6 Mon, Sep 11 & Oct 9, 10:30a–11:15a

Build kindergarten readiness skills at this drop-in event.

LEGO® Club ages 5–11 Mon, Sep 25 & Oct 23, 3:30p–4:15p Supplies provided.

Pumpkin Seed Contest

ages 12 & under October 1–31

Guess how many seeds are in the pumpkin. Closest guess without going over wins a prize! One entry per person. In the event of a tie, names will be entered into a drawing.

Firefighters & Fire Trucks

ages 5 & under Mon, Oct 16, 10a–11a

Enjoy a story time followed by a visit from real firefighters. See a real fire truck too!

Spooktacular Stories

ages 5 & under Mon, Oct 30, 10a–10:30a

Join us for spooky stories and songs. Children are invited to wear costumes.

Cool Season Annuals ages 18+

Tue, Sep 12, 6:30p–7:30p

Learn about annuals that thrive in cooler temperatures. Led by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.

Meditation 101 ages 18+

Thu, Sep 14, 10:30a–12p

Learn about the three types of meditation and their benefits. Led by Holistic Health Practitioner Sarah Troy.

Dos and Don’ts of Resume

Writing ages 18+

Mon, Sep 18, 6:30p–7:30p

Discover how to create an effective resume for today’s market. Led by Emily Pye of SC Works.

Upcycled Macrame Plant

Hangers ages 18+

Thu, Sep 21, 6:30p–8p

Learn to make a colorful macrame plant hanger using t-shirt yarn.

Law Talk: Starting A Business ages 18+

Mon, Oct 9, 6:30p–7:30p

An SC licensed attorney or judge discusses legal issues involved in starting a business, followed by a brief Q&A session. Led by the South Carolina Bar. (Law Talk sessions provide general legal information. They are not designed to provide guidance on your specific situation.)

Creating An Abundant Life Through Gratitude ages 18+

Tue, Oct 31, 10:30a–12p

Explore the connection between gratitude and abundance, and leave with exercises and tools to help you create an abundant life. Led by Holistic Health Practitioner Sarah Troy.

AUTHOR PANEL

Sat, Sep 9 • 10a-12p

Hughes Main Library

Children’s Used Book Sale

Author Panel: An Intro to Self-Publishing ages 18+

Sat, Oct 14, 10:30a–12p

Join us for a panel discussion with three local authors—Kenyon Gagne, Mike Jones, and Rebecca F. Kenney—as they share their experience in self-publishing.

PELHAM ROAD • F.W. Symmes

Branch

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

Where’s Waldo? ages 12 & under September 5–30

Waldo is hiding in the library! Grab a scavenger hunt guide from the branch desk and complete it to earn a small prize.

Musical Jamboree 18 mos–4 yrs

Tue, Sep 5, 19, 26 & Oct 3, 10, 17, 24, 10a–10:30a

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

Story Time ages 5 & under

Wed, Sep 6, 13, 20, 27 & Oct 4, 11, 18, 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, Sep 7, 14, 21, 28 & Oct 5, 12, 19, 11a–11:30a

Stories, rhymes, music, and bouncing games. Includes play time for hands-on exploring and social skill development.

Twinkle Bear Goes to Ballet ages 3–6

Tue, Sep 12, 10a–10:30a

Grab your favorite stuffed animal and join us as Dance Without Limits leads a class. Wear shoes you can dance in.

STEM Studies ages 5–12

Forensics

Wed, Sep 13, 3:30p–4:30p (drop-in)

Science experiments involving fingerprinting and DNA.

Candy

Wed, Oct 25, 3:30p–4:30p (drop-in) Science experiments using candy.

Stay and Play! ages 2–6

Tue, Sep 19 & Oct 17, 10:30a–11:15a

Build kindergarten readiness skills at this drop-in event.

The Studio ages 6–12 Activities focused on the arts.

Photo Collage

Fri, Sep 22, 10:30a–11:15a

Worry Dolls

Fri, Oct 20, 10:30a–11:15a

LEGO® Club ages 5–11

Mon, Sep 25 & Oct 23, 3:30p–4:15p Supplies provided.

Pumpkin Seed Contest

ages 12 & under

October 1–31

Guess how many seeds are in the pumpkin. Closest guess without going over wins a prize! One entry per person. In the event of a tie, names will be entered into a drawing.

Spooktacular Stories

ages 5 & under

Wed, Oct 25, 10a–10:30a & 11a–11:30a

Join us for spooky stories and songs. Children are invited to wear costumes.

Book Making: Hobbit Day

ages 18+

Fri, Sep 22, 3p–5p & Sat, Sep 23, 10a–12p

Design your own Hobbiton book cover and create a travel journal/sketchbook. Supplies provided.

Bouncing Babies Boo Bash

1–18 mos

Thu, Oct 26, 11a–11:30a

Babies and their caregivers are invited to wear costumes for a special Halloween celebration featuring stories, songs, and finger plays. (Due to space limitations, we cannot accommodate groups.)

Musical Jamboree Monster Mash 18 mos–4 yrs

Tue, Oct 31, 10a–10:30a Children are invited to wear costumes.

Book Club ages 18+ Read and discuss.

Everyone Brave is Forgiven by Chris Cleave

Thu, Sep 7, 3p–4p

On a Night of a Thousand Stars by Andrea Yaryura Clark

Thu, Oct 5, 3p–4p

Chair Yoga ages 18+

Fri, Sep 8 & Oct 13, 11a–12p

Certified 500-Hour Yoga Instructor

Ann Minard leads an introductory class suited for beginners, seniors, and the physically challenged.

Acrylic Painting Series ages 18+ Enjoy a paint-along session. All experience levels welcome. Supplies provided or bring your own.

Birds on Wood Blocks

Sat, Sep 16, 10:30a–12p

Watercolor Painting: Make a Bookmark ages 18+ Sat, Oct 14, 10:30a–12p

Learn how to paint with watercolors and create texture while making a personalized bookmark. Supplies provided.

Collecting and Investigating Family Stories ages 18+ Fri, Oct 27, 10:30a–11:30a

Every family has its stories! Learn how to collect and investigate your family’s unique stories to pass on to the next generation.

SIMPSONVILLE • Hendricks Branch

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

Mother Goose on the Loose 1–24 mos

Tue, Sep 5, 12, 19, 26 & Oct 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 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, Sep 5, 12, 19, 26 & Oct 3, 10, 17, 24, 11a–11:30a Stories, music, and movement.

Story Time ages 5 & under

Thu, Sep 7, 14, 28 & Oct 5, 12, 10a–10:30a

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

Stay and Play! ages 2–6

Thu, Sep 7 & Oct 5, 10:30a–11:15a

Build kindergarten readiness skills at this drop-in event.

Crafternoon ages 11 & under Supplies provided.

Apples

Thu, Sep 7, 3:30p–4:15p

Pumpkins

Thu, Oct 5, 3:30p–4:15p

Create a 3D Paper Fish ages 11 & under

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

Talk Like a Pirate Story Time ages 5 & under Thu, Sep 21, 10a–10:30a

Build It ages 11 & under

Thu, Sep 21 & Oct 19, 3:30p–4:15p Supplies provided.

Introduction to the Library ages 6–11

Mon, Sep 25, 10a–10:45a

Learn about the Dewey Decimal System, databases, and more.

Pumpkin Seed Contest

ages 12 & under

October 1–31

Guess how many seeds are in the pumpkin. Closest guess without going over wins a prize! One entry per person. In the event of a tie, names will be entered into a drawing.

Campfire Coloring all ages

Thu, Oct 12, 3:30p–4:15p (drop-in) Supplies provided.

Firefighters & Fire Trucks

ages 5 & under

Thu, Oct 19, 10a–11a

Enjoy a story time followed by a visit from real firefighters. See a real fire truck too!

Spooktacular Stories

ages 5 & under

Thu, Oct 26, 10a–10:30a

Join us for spooky stories and songs. Children are invited to wear costumes.

Slime Time ages 6–12

Thu, Oct 26, 3:30p–4:15p

Discover the science behind slime. Make some to take home. Registration required.

Not-So-Spooky Toddler Tales

19+ mos

Tue, Oct 31, 11a–11:30a

Join us for stories and songs. Children are invited to wear costumes.

Book Bingo ages 18+

Mon, Sep 11 & Oct 9, 11a–12p

Play bingo and win books! Refreshments served.

Unmask Stress, Welcome Calm ages 18+

Thu, Sep 14, 6:30p–7:30p

Local author and life coach, Sandra Allen Lovelace, explains how intellectual, physical, and emotional messages put significant stress on our bodies. Learn a few simple somatic exercises that can minimize that stress response and foster calm.

Sticker Painting ages 18+

Fri, Sep 15, 10a–11:30a

Discover a relaxing craft that is a cross between paint by numbers and coloring. Materials provided.

Plant Propagation ages 18+

Mon, Sep 18, 6p–7p

Learn how to get started with timing and selection of plant materials/parts to yield the most success in propagation. Led by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.

Book Club ages 18+ Read and discuss.

The Wonder Boy of Whistle Stop by Fannie Flagg

Wed, Sep 20, 2p–3p

There There by Tommy Orange

Wed, Oct 18, 2p–3p

Writers’ Round Table ages 18+

Thu, Sep 21 & Wed, Oct 18, 7p–8:30p

Join us for this informal writing workshop.

Trivia Night! ages 18+

Mon, Sep 25 & Oct 30, 7p–8:30p

Enjoy a night of general trivia. Test your knowledge and see if you can win!

“I think, therefore I am:” An Introduction to Epistemology ages 18+

Thu, Sep 28, 6p–7p

The investigation of what distinguishes justified belief from opinion, taught through the lens of famous historical philosophers such as René Descartes. Led by Dr. Nathan Sasser of the Greenville Technical College Speakers Bureau.

DIY Fall Gnomes ages 18+

Fri, Sep 29, 3p–4:30p

Create your own adorable, fallthemed gnome. Materials provided.

Introduction to Smartphones

ages 18+

Wed, Oct 11, 3p–4:30p

Get started with the basics of owning and operating a smartphone.

Fall Landscape Painting ages 18+

Thu, Oct 12, 6:30p–8p

Create a fall landscape on canvas with acrylics. Materials provided.

Forcing Amaryllis and Paperwhite Bulbs ages 18+

Mon, Oct 16, 3p–4p

A step-by-step of when and how to plant and care for amaryllis and paperwhite bulbs. Led by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.

Oyster Shell Decoupage

ages 18+

Fri, Oct 20, 3p–4:30p

Create beautiful decorative trinket dishes or ornaments using oyster shells. Materials provided.

Crafting with Cricut:

Maple Leaf Garland ages 18+

Tue, Oct 24, 6:30p–7:30p

Learn all about the Cricut machine while making an autumnal maple leaf garland.

Intro to Bees & Beekeeping ages 18+

Thu, Oct 26, 6:30p–7:30p

See an observation hive and ask questions about bees and beekeeping. Led by local beekeeper Rick Silvers.

Diamond Painting ages 18+

Sat, Oct 28, 10a–11:30a

Discover this mosaic craft that is a cross between paint by numbers and cross stitch. Materials provided.

TAYLORS • Burdette Branch

864-268-5955 • taylors@greenvillelibrary.org

Bouncing Babies 1–18 mos

Thu, Sep 7, 14, 21, 28 & Oct 5, 12, 19, 10a–10:30a New time!

Stories, rhymes, music, and bouncing games. Includes play time for hands-on exploring and social skills development.

Story Time ages 5 & under

Fri, Sep 8, 15, 29 & Oct 6, 13, 27, 10a–10:30a

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

Crafternoon ages 11 & under Supplies provided.

Apples

Tue, Sep 12, 3:30p–4:15p

Pumpkins

Tue, Oct 10, 3:30p–4:15p

316 W Main Street, Taylors, SC 29687

Stay and Play! ages 2–6

Fri, Sep 15 & Oct 13, 10:30a–11:15a

Build kindergarten readiness skills at this drop-in event.

Talk Like a Pirate Story Time ages 5 & under

Fri, Sep 22, 10a–10:30a

LEGO® Club ages 5–11

Fri, Sep 29 & Oct 20, 3:30p–4:15p Supplies provided.

Pumpkin Seed Contest

ages 12 & under October 1–31

Guess how many seeds are in the pumpkin. Closest guess without going over wins a prize! One entry per person. In the event of a tie, names will be entered into a drawing.

Spooktacular Stories

ages 5 & under

Fri, Oct 20, 10a–10:30a

Join us for spooky stories and songs. Children are invited to wear costumes.

Bouncing Babies Boo Bash

1–18 mos

Thu, Oct 26, 10a–10:30a

Babies and their caregivers are invited to wear costumes for a special Halloween celebration featuring stories, songs, and finger plays. (Due to space limitations, we cannot accommodate groups.)

Coloring Café  ages 18+

Tue, Sep 5 & Oct 3, 6:30p–8p

Join us for the fun and calming practice of coloring while enjoying tea. Coloring materials provided or bring your own.

Third Thursdays Theatre

ages 18+

Watch and discuss classic films. Led by former OLLI instructor Chip Kaufmann. Popcorn and water provided.

The Iron Mask (1929)

Thu, Sep 21, 2p–4p

Not rated. Douglas Fairbanks’ last silent feature is a lavish adaptation of the Alexander Dumas novel.

The Wolf Man (1941)

Thu, Oct 19, 2p–4p

Not rated. An American horror film that popularized the werewolf as one of the classic movie monsters. Starring Lon Chaney, Jr.

Jocassee Valley ages 18+

Tue, Oct 10, 6:30p–8p

Claudia Whitmire Hembree, author of Jocassee Valley, shares the rich history of the area, including her eyewitness account of the 1970 flooding project and its impact on the area.

Pumpkin Centerpiece

Workshop ages 18+

Tue, Oct 24, 6p–7p

Create a decorated pumpkin centerpiece at this fun hands-on workshop, led by the Greenville Garden Club. Small pumpkins and materials will be provided or bring your own centerpiece-sized pumpkin.

TRAVELERS REST • Sargent Branch

864-834-3650 • travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org

Where’s Waldo? ages 12 & under September 5–30

Waldo is hiding in the library! Grab a scavenger hunt guide from the branch desk and complete it to earn a small prize.

Bouncing Babies 1–18 mos

Wed, Sep 6, 13, 20, 27 & Oct 4, 11, 18, 10a–10:30a

Stories, rhymes, music, and bouncing games. Includes play time for hands-on exploring and social skill development.

Crafternoon ages 11 & under Supplies provided.

Apples

Wed, Sep 6, 3:30p–4:15p

Pumpkins

Wed, Oct 4, 3:30p–4:15p

Story Time ages 5 & under Mon, Sep 11, 18, 25 & Oct 2, 9, 16, 23, 10a–10:30a

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

• 17 Center Street, Travelers Rest, SC 29690

Twinkle Bear Goes to Ballet

ages 3-6

Fri, Sep 15, 10a–10:30a

Grab your favorite stuffed animal and join us as Dance Without Limits leads a class. Wear shoes you can dance in.

Preschool Picassos ages 2–6

Enjoy a story and create an art project. Dress for mess.

Iris Apfel

Thu, Sep 21, 10a–10:45a

Sophie Blackall

Thu, Oct 19, 10a–10:45a

Build It ages 11 & under Thu, Sep 21 & Oct 19, 3:30p–4:15p Supplies provided.

Stay and Play! ages 2–6

Mon, Sep 25 & Oct 23, 10:30a–11:15a

Build kindergarten readiness skills at this drop-in event.

Pumpkin Seed Contest

ages 12 & under October 1–31

Guess how many seeds are in the pumpkin. Closest guess without going over wins a prize! One entry per person. In the event of a tie, names will be entered into a drawing.

Bouncing Babies Boo Bash

1–18 mos

Wed, Oct 25, 10a–10:30a

Babies and their caregivers are invited to wear costumes for a special Halloween celebration featuring stories, songs, and finger plays. (Due to space limitations, we cannot accommodate groups.)

Spooktacular Stories

ages 5 & under

Mon, Oct 30, 10a–10:30a

Join us for spooky stories and songs. Children are invited to wear costumes.

Business Technology Trends

ages 18+

Tue, Sep 5, 1p–3p

Explore some of the latest tech topics and how they apply to small businesses. Led by South Carolina Small Business Development Centers.

Exoplanets: Planets Beyond Our Horizon ages 13+

Tue, Sep 12, 6p–7p

Explore the possibilities of other planets in the Cosmos and circling other suns. Led by NASA Ambassador David Leaphart.

Spinning and Weaving Drop-In and Demonstration ages 18+

Thu, Oct 5, 10a–2p

Drop by to see demonstrations and samples of spinning and weaving crafts. Led by Handweavers Guild of America.

Beginner WordPress

Workshop ages 18+

Tue, Oct 3, 1p–3p

Learn the basics of design, and explore the capability, application and strategy behind using this popular, flexible software. Led by South Carolina Small Business Development Centers.

‘Neath the Weeping Willow Tree: Loss and Suffering in the Victorian Age ages 18+ Thu, Oct 19, 6:30p–7:30p

Led by retired Walnut Grove Plantation Historian and speaker Gary Pender.

Pumpkin Seed Contest

ages 12 & under

October 1–31

Augusta Road, Berea, Five Forks, Fountain Inn, Greer, Main, Mauldin, Pelham Road, Simpsonville, Taylors, Travelers Rest

Guess how many seeds are in the pumpkin. Closest guess without going over wins a prize! One entry per person. In the event of a tie, names will be entered into a drawing.

25 Heritage Green Place

Greenville, SC 29601-2034

864-242-5000

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Hispanic Heritage

Visual Arts Series ages 18+

Perspectiva de 3 puntos

Mart, Sept 5, 6p–7:30p, Augusta Road

Dibujo de figuras

Mart, Oct 10, 6p–7:30p, Augusta Road

Bilingual Story Time: Guatemalan Worry Dolls ages 7 & under

Fri, Sep 15, 4:30p–5:15p, Main, Story Room

Latin Dance Series/Taller de Salsa y Bachata ages 18+

Salsa

Thu, Sep 21, 6:30p–7:30p, Greer, Meeting Room

Bachata

Thu, Sep 28, 6:30p–7:30p, Greer, Meeting Room

Bilingual Story Time: Frida Kahlo ages 7 & under

Fri, Oct 6, 4:30p–5:15p, Main, Story Room

Hispanic Heritage Art Exhibit

September 15–October 8, Hughes Main

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