Jan 2017 News & Events GreenvilleLibrary.org
An exploration of the history of innovation
Locations Hughes Main Library 25 Heritage Green Place, Greenville 29601 maincirc@greenvillelibrary.org 864-242-5000
Anderson Road • West Branch 2625 Anderson Road, Greenville 29611 andersonroad@greenvillelibrary.org 864-269-5210
Jan 2017
Hours Branches Mon-Thu • 9a-9p Fri-Sat • 9a-6p
Augusta Road • Ramsey Family Branch 100 Lydia Street, Greenville 29605 augustaroad@greenvillelibrary.org 864-277-0161
Meet Police Officers p. 5 Snow Ball p. 6
Berea • Sarah Dobey Jones Branch
Hughes Main Library Mon-Fri • 9a-9p Sat • 9a-6p Sun • 2p-6p
111 N Highway 25 Bypass, Greenville 29617 berea@greenvillelibrary.org 864-246-1695
Holiday Closings
Top Checkouts of 2016 p. 8
Fountain Inn • Kerry Ann Younts Culp Branch 311 N Main Street, Fountain Inn 29644 fountaininn@greenvillelibrary.org 864-862-2576
Greer • Jean M. Smith Branch 505 Pennsylvania Avenue, Greer 29650 greer@greenvillelibrary.org 864-877-8722
Mauldin • W. Jack Greer Branch 800 W Butler Road, Greenville 29607 mauldin@greenvillelibrary.org 864-277-7397
Pelham Road • F.W. Symmes Branch 1508 Pelham Road, Greenville 29615 pelhamroad@greenvillelibrary.org 864-288-6688
Simpsonville • Hendricks Branch 626 NE Main Street, Simpsonville 29681 simpsonville@greenvillelibrary.org 864-963-9031
Taylors • Burdette Branch 316 W Main Street, Taylors 29687 taylors@greenvillelibrary.org 864-268-5955
Travelers Rest • Sargent Branch 17 Center Street, Travelers Rest 29690 travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org 864-834-3650
Jan 1 & 2 (New Year's Day) Jan 16 (Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day)
Stuffed Animal Sleepover p. 6
Mission
About this newsletter
To champion literacy, inspire learning and foster community connection.
This bi-monthly publication is made possible in part by a generous contribution from the Friends of the Greenville County Library System. With a Friends membership, you can have this newsletter mailed to your home. Call 527-9291 for more information.
Notice of Intent to Comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act Reasonable efforts will be made to provide adaptations or accommodations for individuals with disabilities interested in taking advantage of any program or service offered by the library system. Please submit requests at least three business days in advance to ADA Coordinator, at 527-9240 or adacoordinator@greenvillelibrary.org.
All programs are free unless otherwise noted. Park free at Hughes Main Library on Heritage Green in downtown Greenville evenings and weekends.
Board of Trustees Ayuda En Su Idioma/Spanish Speaker Availability Para ayudar con sus preguntas sobre la biblioteca, habrá un ayudante bilingüe a su disposición cada viernes en el Hughes Library. Búscalo en el departamento de niños. Llame al 242-5000 ext. 2634 para más información. To help with your library questions, a Spanish/English speaker is available each Friday in the Children’s Area of the Hughes Main Library. Call 242-5000 ext. 2634 for more information.
Mr. Brian Aufmuth Ms. Laura Baker Dr. Grady Butler, Vice-Chair Mr. Chace Campbell, Chair Mr. S. Allan Hill Mr. Tommy Hughes Mr. Dick Jensen Mrs. Glenda Julian Dr. Fritz Moise Mrs. Deryl Paradis, Secretary Mr. Joe Poore, Treasurer
Executive Director Beverly James bjames@greenvillelibrary.org
Bookmobile Visit greenvillelibrary.org for schedule of stops. outreach@greenvillelibrary.org 864-527-9252 2 | greenvillelibrary.org
Questions or comments about our newsletter? Email us at communications@greenvillelibrary.org.
First Thursdays* Jan 5 & Feb 2 • 9a-12p *Friends members only. Memberships begin at $5 and are available at the door. Merovan Center, Suite E-2 1200 Woodruff Road (across from Kohl's) Proceeds from book sales help to fund Greenville County Library System programs.
How We Got to Now, a program series based on Steven Johnson’s bestselling book and accompanying PBS documentary, explores the history of innovation over the centuries, tracing facets of modern life from their creation by amateurs and entrepreneurs to their unintended historical consequences. A limited number of copies of the book How We Got to Now will be available in advance of the discussions, and can be picked up at the Reference Desk on the upper level of Hughes Main Library. The PBS documentary can be viewed on Hoopla through greenvillelibrary.org. Call 527-9258 to register and for more information on obtaining copies of the books or watching the video. This program is sponsored by SC Humanities, a not-for-profit organization; inspiring, engaging and enriching South Carolinians with programs on literature, history, culture and heritage.
Glass and Light* Dr. John Ballato, Professor of Materials Science and Engineering at Clemson University and Director of COMSET, shares how the invention of glass and the laser transformed and connected the world with fiber optic cables.
Thu, Jan 19, 7p-8p, Main, Meeting Rooms B & C
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • Sound*
Bring used audiobooks, books, CDs and DVDs to any library branch. (Sorry, magazines, newspapers and encyclopedias older than five years are not accepted.)
Dr. David Coombs, Assistant Professor of Literature and the History of Technology at Clemson University, shares how we learned to measure and manage sound.
Thu, Feb 2, 7p-8p, Main, Meeting Rooms B & C
Clean* Deb Sofield, Greenville Water Commissioner and visiting professor at Harvard University, discusses how modern society was able to kill harmful bacteria on a vast scale, and in the process, dramatically improve public health by providing clean drinking water.
Thu, Feb 9, 7p-8p, Main, Meeting Rooms B & C *Registration required Jan 2017 | 3
KIDS & FAMILY PROGRAMS JAN 2017 Information and Registration Programs that require registration may be canceled if minimum registration is not met two days prior to the program. See full program listing for registration information.
Twilight Tales • Feb 6 • 7p-7:30p
Mini-Makers ages 2-5
Mauldin • 277-7397
Listen to a story. Create items using your imagination and provided materials. Adult caregiver required.
Meet a Community Helper • Jan 9 • 10a-10:30a Story Time • Jan 23, 30 • 10a-10:30a
Pelham Road • 288-6688 Holiday Closings Jan 1 & 2 (New Year's Day) Jan 16 (Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day) *Registration required
Anderson Road • 269-5210 Make It!: Superheroes • Jan 5 • 3:30p-4:30p Homework Help • Jan 9, 23, 30 & Feb 6 • 4p-5p LEGO® Mania • Jan 27 • 3:30p-4:30p
Augusta Road • 277-0161 Story Time • Jan 5, 12, 19, 26 • 10a-10:30a Meet Police Officers • Jan 9 • 4p-5p Mini-Makers • Jan 18 • 10a-10:30a
Berea • 246-1695 Story Time • Jan 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 • 10:30a-11a
Fountain Inn • 862-2576 Story Time • Jan 4, 18, 25 • 10:30a-11a Meet Community Helpers • Jan 11 • 10:30a-11a Craftime • Jan 18 • 3:30p-4:15p Mini-Makers • Jan 25 • 3:30p-4p
Greer • 877-8722 Story Time • Jan 3, 10, 17, 31 • 10a-10:30a & 11a-11:30a Bouncing Babies • Jan 9, 23, 30 • 10a-10:30a Craftime • Jan 10 • 3:30p-4:15p Art 101: 3-D Sculpture • Jan 11 • 10:30a-11:30a Science Station • Jan 13 • 10:30a-11:30a Meet Community Helpers • Jan 24 • 10a-10:30a Story Time • Jan 24 • 11a-11:30a Adventures in History • Jan 30 • 3:30p-4:30p Lollipops Concert • Feb 4 • 10a-10:30a
Bouncing Babies • Jan 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 • 10a-10:30a Story Time • Jan 4, 11, 18, 25 • 10a-10:30a & 11a-11:30a Toddler Tales • Jan 5, 12, 19, 26 • 10a-10:30a Craftime • Jan 9 • 3:30p-4:15p Stuffed Animal Sleepover Drop-Off • Jan 26 • 9a-5p Stuffed Animal Sleepover Story Time & Pickup Jan 27 • 10a-10:30a
Simpsonville • 963-9031 Bouncing Babies • Jan 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 • 10a-10:30a Toddler Tales • Jan 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 • 11a-11:30a Mother Goose on the Loose • Jan 4, 11, 18, 25 10a-10:30a & 11a-11:30a Story Time • Jan 5, 12, 19, 26 • 10a-10:30a & 11a-11:30a Mini-Makers • Jan 23 • 10:30a-11a
Taylors • 268-5955 Mother Goose on the Loose • Jan 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 10a-10:30a Bouncing Babies • Jan 5, 12, 19, 26 • 10:30a-11a Story Time • Jan 6, 13, 27 • 10a-10:30a Series Savvy • Jan 17 • 3:30p-4:15p Stuffed Animal Sleepover Drop-Off • Jan 26 • 9a-5p Stuffed Animal Sleepover Story Time & Pickup Jan 27 • 10a-10:30a Coffee, Cocoa and Coloring • Jan 21 • 1p-4p
Travelers Rest • 834-3650
WINTER
Wed, Jan 4, 10:30a-11a, Main, Story Room COMMUNITY HELPERS
Wed, Jan 11, 10:30a-11a, Main, Story Room Wed, Jan 18, 10a-10:30a, Augusta Road Mon, Jan 23, 10:30a-11a, Simpsonville Wed, Jan 25, 3:30p-4p, Fountain Inn HANDS
Wed, Jan 18, 10:30a-11a, Main, Story Room MONKEYS
Wed, Jan 25, 10:30a-11a, Main, Story Room HIBERNATION
Wed, Feb 1, 10:30a-11a, Main, Story Room
Make It!: Superheroes NEW! ages 5-11 Join us for hands-on creating, games and activities. Thu, Jan 5, 3:30p-4:30p, Anderson Road
Mother Goose on the Loose • Jan 4, 11, 18, 25 10a-10:30a Science Station • Jan 6 & Feb 3 • 10:30a-11:30a Story Time • Jan 9 & 30 • 10:30a-11a Meet Community Helpers • Jan 23 • 10:30a-11a Adventures in History • Jan 23 • 3:30p-4:30p
Main • 527-9248 Bouncing Babies • Jan 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31 11a-11:30a Mini-Makers • Jan 4, 11, 18, 25 & Feb 1 • 10:30a-11a Musical Jamboree • Jan 5, 12, 19, 23, 26, 30 10a-10:30a Bilingual Story Time • Jan 6, 13, 20, 27 & Feb 3 6p-6:45p Meet Community Helpers • Jan 9 • 10a-10:30a Snow Ball • Jan 13 • 10:30a-11:15a Saturday Stories • Jan 14, 28 • 10a-10:30a Craftime • Jan 17 • 3:30p-4:15p Block Party • Jan 20 • 10:30a-11:15a Toddler Tales • Jan 23, 30 • 11a-11:30a Creation Station • Jan 31 • 3:30p-4:15p Harry Potter Book Night • Feb 2 • 6p-7:30p Lollipops Concert • Feb 4 • 11:30a-12p 4 | greenvillelibrary.org
Science Station: Stars*
Reading with Ringling Bros.®! Special winter reading program allows children to earn circus tickets! For children ages 2-12. Visit greenvillelibrary.org/kids for more information.
ages 6-12 Explore scientific topics through books, games, videos and handson activities. Adult caregiver required. Registration opened one month prior. Fri, Jan 6, 10:30a-11:30a, Travelers Rest Fri, Jan 13, 10:30a-11:30a, Greer Fri, Feb 3, 10:30a-11:30a, Travelers Rest
Meet Community Helpers: Police Officers ages 5 & under Listen to a story, meet a police officer and see a real patrol car. Mon, Jan 9, 10a-10:30a, Main, Story Room (Replaces Musical Jamboree and Toddler Tales)
Meet Police Officers all ages Celebrate Law Enforcement Appreciation Day by meeting local officers, both human and K-9! Mon, Jan 9, 4p-5p, Augusta Road
Bilingual Story Time/Cuentos Bilingües all ages Enjoy an English/Spanish story time. Cuentos bilingües en inglés y español. Llame al 242-5000 ext. 2634 para más información. 6p-6:45p, Main, Story Room HAPPY NEW YEAR!/¡FELIZ AÑO NUEVO!
Fri, Jan 6 OPPOSITES/LOS OPUESTOS
Bouncing Babies PM V
Story Time NS PA PM V
Library staff will be available to assist students in grades K-8. Mon, Jan 9, 23, 30 & Feb 6, 4p-5p, Anderson Road
Stories, rhymes, music and bouncing games for babies 1 month-18 months. Includes play time for hands-on exploring and social skill development. Mondays, 10a, Greer Tuesdays, 10a, Pelham Road Tuesdays, 10a, Simpsonville Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11a, Main, Story Room Thursdays, 10:30a, Taylors
Join us for stories, music and activities that develop social, listening and comprehension skills in preschool children. Mondays, 10a, Mauldin Mondays, 10:30a, Travelers Rest Tuesdays, 10a & 11a, Greer Tuesdays, 10:30a, Berea Wednesdays, 10a & 11a, Pelham Road Wednesdays, 10:30a, Fountain Inn Thursdays, 10a, Augusta Road Thursdays, 10a & 11a, Simpsonville Fridays, 10a, Taylors
Art 101: 3-D Sculpture NEW! ages 5-11 Explore a different medium each month. Take home what you make. Wed, Jan 11, 10:30a-11:30a, Greer
Saturday Stories ages 1-5
MICE ARE NICE/RATONCITOS SIMPATIQUITOS
DOWN ON THE FARM
Fri, Jan 27
Sat, Jan 14
TELL ME A CUENTO/CUÉNTAME UN
WINTER FUN
STORY
Sat, Jan 28
Fri, Feb 3
Craftime: Sensational Tape Designs* ages 5-11 Listen to a story and create art using tape and markers. Adult caregiver required. Registration opened 1 month prior. Mon, Jan 9, 3:30p-4:15p, Pelham Road Tue, Jan 10, 3:30p-4:15p, Greer Tue, Jan 17, 3:30p-4:15p, Main, Story Room Wed, Jan 18, 3:30p-4:15p, Fountain Inn
LK • Letter Knowledge NS • Narrative Skills PA • Print Awareness PH • Phonological Awareness PM • Print Motivation V • Vocabulary
Homework Help ages 5-13
Bring your children/grandchildren for singing, dancing and stories. 10a-10:30a, Main, Story Room
Fri, Jan 20
EARLY LITERACY SKILLS
Replaces Story Time at these locations: Mon, Jan 9, 10a-10:30a, Mauldin Wed, Jan 11, 10:30-11a, Fountain Inn Mon, Jan 23, 10:30a-11a, Travelers Rest Tue, Jan 24, 10a-10:30a, Greer
Fri, Jan 13 WINTER/EL INVIERNO
Talk. Read. Write. Sing. Play.
Series Savvy: Nancy Drew by Carolyn Keene* ages 6-12 Join us each month for games, crafts or activities celebrating some of the most beloved children’s book series. Registration opened Dec 12. Tue, Jan 17, 3:30p-4:15p, Taylors
Play and Literacy Center at Hughes Main Library Mon, Tue & Fri • 1:00p-8:00p Wed & Thu • 5:00p-8:00p Sat • 9:00a-5:00p Sun • 2:00p-5:00p
Mother Goose on the Loose PH PM V Nursery rhymes are used to create nurturing play experiences for babies 1 month-24 months with an adult caregiver. Maximum of 3 children per adult caregiver. Attendance is limited to 40 per program. Get a free admission ticket at the desk. Tuesdays, 10a, Taylors Wednesdays, 10a, Travelers Rest Wednesdays, 10a & 11a, Simpsonville
Musical Jamboree PH PM V Explore children’s literature through music, songs, creative movement and instrument play. Ages 18 months-4 years. Mondays & Thursdays, 10a, Main, Story Room
Toddler Tales PM V 30 minutes of stories, music and movement designed for toddlers 19+ months. Mondays, 11a, Main, Story Room Tuesdays, 11a, Simpsonville Thursdays, 10a, Pelham Road
Due to space limitations, many classes cannot accommodate groups. If you are seeking permission for your group of three or more, please call the location where you wish to attend to check availability. Groups that do not have prior library permission will not be admitted.
Please note: Play and Literacy Center will open at 5p on Tuesday, January 31.
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Stuffed Animal Sleepover ages 2-5 Fill out a name tag and drop your stuffed animal off at the circulation desk for a sleepover. Reunite with your furry friend the next morning, listen to stories and hear about all the fun they had. Adult caregiver required.
Block Party ages 2-5 Build with blocks of different shapes and sizes. Adult caregiver required. Fri, Jan 20, 10:30a-11:15a, Main, Meeting Room A
Coffee, Cocoa and Coloring all ages Color in a calm, relaxing atmosphere while sipping cocoa. Attendees may work on a group mural for the library or on their own projects. Materials provided. Adult caregiver required with children 10 and under. Sat, Jan 21, 1p-4p (drop-in), Taylors
Adventures in History: The Erie Canal* ages 5-11 Learn about the creation of the Erie Canal through books, crafts and activities. Registration opened one month prior. Mon, Jan 23, 3:30p-4:30p, Travelers Rest Mon, Jan 30, 3:30p-4:30p, Greer
LEGO® Mania ages 11 & under Celebrate all things LEGO® through books, games and a building competition. Adult caregiver required. Fri, Jan 27, 3:30p-4:30p, Anderson Road
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STUFFED ANIMAL DROP-OFF
Thu, Jan 26, 9a-5p, Pelham Road Thu, Jan 26, 9a-5p, Taylors STORY TIME & ANIMAL PICKUP
Fri, Jan 27, 10a-10:30a, Pelham Road Fri, Jan 27, 10a-10:30a, Taylors
Creation Station: Working with Clay* ages 6-12 Create clay hearts to keep or give to your Valentine. Pick up your kiln-fired heart in about a week. Adult caregiver required. Registration opens Jan 3. Tue, Jan 31, 3:30p-4:15p, Main, Play and Literacy Center
Harry Potter Book Night all ages Join us for the worldwide celebration of the Harry Potter series. Enjoy trivia, crafts and wizarding world activities. Hogwarts attire welcome. Call 527-9248 for more information. Thu, Feb 2, 6p-7:30p, Main, Meeting Rooms A-B
Lollipops Concert ages 3-8 The Greenville Symphony Orchestra (GSO) presents this musical program based on The Tortoise and the Hare featuring the GSO Wind Quintet Sat, Feb 4, 10a-10:30a, Greer Sat, Feb 4, 11:30a-12p, Main, Meeting Room A
Twilight Tales: Valentine Extravaganza all ages Celebrate Valentine's Day with stories, songs and a special craft. Adults must be accompanied by at least one child. Mon, Feb 6, 7p-7:30p, Main, Story Room
Do you want to build a snowman? Join us at our winter festival! Children may dress in costume. Call 527-9248 for more information. Fri, Jan 13, 10:30a-11:15a, Main, Meeting Rooms A-C
Face painting * Storytelling with Miss Vanessa * Snow science demonstration Crafts * Games Music & dancing
Silent Library ages 11-17 Try to complete challenges without laughing in our version of the popular TV series. Registration opened Dec 5. Fri, Jan 20, 4:30p-5:30p, Main, Meeting Room A
Check out our new teen space online at greenvillelibrary.org/teens Teen Service Day* ages 13-18 Earn volunteer hours. Registration opens one month prior. Sat, Jan 7 & Feb 4, 1p-4p, Main, Meeting Room A Mon, Jan 9, 4p-6p, Simpsonville
Game On: Life-size Candy Land*
All About Anime ages 11-17 Watch and discuss all things anime. Make a craft and meet other anime enthusiasts. Cosplay welcome. Fri, Jan 13, 4:30p-5:30p, Greer
Read Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library by Chris Grabenstein and join us for a discussion and game based on this wildly inventive mystery. Sat, Jan 21, 2p-3p, Simpsonville
Teen Scribblers* ages 11-17
Tech Club: App Inventor*
ages 9-13 Play and win prizes! Registration opened Dec 19. Tue, Jan 10, 3:30p-4:30p, Taylors Wed, Jan 25, 3:30p-4:30p, Pelham Road
Bookmarked* ages 10-13
ages 11-17 Use MIT’s App Inventor to create an app for a mobile device. Bring a Smartphone or tablet if you want to take your app home. Registration opened Dec 19. Wed, Jan 18, 4p-5:30p, Pelham Road Fri, Jan 20, 2p-3:30p, Main, Story Room
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Bring your best creative writing or come to be inspired. Sat, Jan 28, 12p-1:30p, Simpsonville
Information and Registration Programs that require registration may be canceled if minimum registration is not met two days prior to the program. See full program listing for registration information.
Programs at Main: Call 527-9248 or email teenlibrarian@greenvillelibrary.org
Download & Stream movies, music & more Free with your library card via greenvillelibrary.org
read Marinette and Adrien appear to be normal teens growing up in Paris, dealing with school, family and friends. But when the evil Hawk Moth threatens everyone in the city, they transform into the superheroes Ladybug and Cat Noir. With the help of their magical pets the duo will need to use all of their skills to defeat him!
Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir (2016) J DVD Miraculous
When a strange, frightening beast terrorizes her kingdom, Princess Aerity becomes the ultimate prize for the hunter that kills the beast. A thrilling fantasy story reimagined from the classic Brother’s Grimm tale “The Singing Bone” which features adventure, romantic tension and a princess willing to risk all to save her kingdom.
The Great Hunt by Wendy Higgins YA Fic Higgins
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ADULT PROGRAMS JAN 2017
Programs that require registration may be canceled if minimum registration is not met two days prior to the program. See full program listing for registration information.
Holiday Closings Jan 1 & 2 (New Year's Day) Jan 16 (Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day)
Introduction to Microsoft Office • Jan 10 3:30p-5p Practicing Meditation • Jan 11, 25 • 5:45p-6:30p Chautauqua Talk Series • Jan 17 • 7p-8:30p Health and Happiness • Jan 18 • 6p-8p Microsoft Word I • Jan 19 • 3:30p-5p Let’s Talk About It • Jan 19 & Feb 2, 9 7p-8p Scribblers Writing Group • Jan 19 • 7p-8:30p Microsoft Word II • Jan 25 • 3:30p-5p Cloud Storage • Jan 26 • 3:30p-5p
Fiction
Mauldin • 277-7397
The Girl on the Train Paula Hawkins
The Guilty David Baldacci
Rogue Lawyer John Grisham
Anderson Road • 269-5210 Celebrate the Dream • Jan 12 • 4p-5p English Chat and Craft/Hablemos Inglés con Manualidades • Jan 17 • 4p-5p Introduction to SC Works • Jan 19 • 4p-5p Freddie Mac CreditSmart® • Jan 21, 28 9:30a-1p Computer Basics • Jan 24 • 11a-12:30p Microsoft Word I • Jan 24 • 4p-5p Mobile Device Basics • Jan 25 • 11a-12p Computer Basics • Jan 25 • 4p-5:30p
Digital Camera Workshop • Jan 3 • 6:30p-8p Unraveled • Jan 5 • 6p-8p Beginner Drawing • Jan 14 • 10a-11:30a Master Gardener Class • Jan 18 • 10a-11a Coloring and Tea • Jan 19 • 3p-4p Master Gardener Class • Jan 19 • 7p-8p New Year Nutrition Plan • Jan 23 • 6:30p-7:30p Internet Safety • Jan 25 • 3p-4:30p Google Docs Job Prep • Jan 26 • 6:30p-8p Couponing Basics • Jan 28 • 10a-11:30a
Movies Big Hero 6
Augusta Road • 277-0161
Berea • 246-1695 Computer Basics • Jan 5 • 10a-11:30a Upcycled Craft • Jan 11 • 4p-5p Internet Basics • Jan 12 • 10a-11:30a Listen to This • Jan 17 • 7p-8:30p Computer Basics • Jan 18 • 6:30p-8p Internet Basics • Jan 25 • 6:30p-8p Book Club • Jan 31 • 10a-11a
Fountain Inn • 862-2576 Selecting a Computer • Jan 10 • 3p-4:30p Vegetarian and Vegan Eating • Jan 14 10a-11:30a Wondering About Bee Keeping • Jan 17 • 7p-8p Mouse and Keyboard Basics • Jan 19 • 3p-4p Coloring and Tea • Jan 24 • 3p-4:30p Cloud Storage • Jan 26 • 3p-4:30p Ace Your Job Interview • Jan 30 • 3p-4:30p
Greer • 877-8722 Unraveled • Jan 5, 19 • 10a-12p Microsoft Word I • Jan 11 • 6:30p-7:30p Microsoft Word Para Principiantes • Jan 17 6:30p-7:30p Bring a Craft, Learn a Craft • Jan 24 • 6:30p-8p
Main • 527-9293 Internet Basics • Jan 5 • 3:30p-5p South Carolina Room Orientation and Tour • Jan 9 • 6p-9p
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Pelham Road • 288-6688 iOS Basics • Jan 7 • 10:30a-11:30a Scribblers Writing Group • Jan 12 • 7p-8p Android Basics • Jan 28 • 10:30a-11:30p Book Club • Jan 31 • 7p-8p
Frozen
Simpsonville • 963-9031
Inside/Out
Coffee and Crafts • Jan 7 • 11a-12p Scribblers Writing Group • Jan 10, 24 • 7p-8:30p Welcome to the Library • Jan 11 • 6p-8p Laughter Yoga • Jan 12 • 7p-8p Creating in Miniature • Jan 14 • 11a-1p Unraveled • Jan 14, 28 • 2p-4p iOS Basics • Jan 17 • 6p-7p Family History Club • Jan 18 • 2:30p-4p Board Game Night • Jan 18 • 7p-8p Laughter Yoga • Jan 21 • 11a-12p DIY Cleaners • Jan 23 • 2p-3p Book Club • Jan 26 • 1p-2p Android Basics • Jan 31 • 6p-7p
Taylors • 268-5955 Coloring and Tea • Jan 3 • 7p-8:30p Book Club • Jan 9 • 2p-3p Self Defense for Women • Jan 24 • 7p-8:30p Coloring and Tea • Jan 26 • 6:30pm-8pm Getting Ready for Spring • Jan 31 • 7p-8p
Travelers Rest • 834-3650 Unraveled • Jan 7, 21 • 10a-12p Book Club • Jan 9 • 1p-2:30p Pinterest Basics • Jan 9 • 6:30p-8p Storytelling Night • Jan 12 • 7p-8p Upcycled Craft • Jan 28 • 2p-3p
top Hoopla Downloads
Computer Basics • Jan 4 • 11a-12p Internet Basics • Jan 11 • 11a-12p Protecting Your Privacy Online • Jan 12 6:30p-7:30p Planning and Paying for College • Jan 14 10a-11a Resume Basics • Jan 17 • 11a-12p
Movie The Girl on the Train
Audiobook The Girl on the Train Paula Hawkins
Comic Suicide Squad, Vol. 1
Music Hamilton Soundtrack
TV The Librarians, Season 1
top Checkouts
Information and Registration
Welcome to the Library
Scribblers Writing Group
Bring a Craft, Learn a Craft
New and seasoned Library users, get an insider’s look at the workings of your local library and learn about the perks of being a library patron. Wed, Jan 11, 6p-8p, Simpsonville
Adult creative writers at any level or genre are invited to bring their best work or come get inspired. Tue, Jan 10 & 24, 7p-8:30p, Simpsonville Thu, Jan 12, 7p-8p, Pelham Road Thu, Jan 19, 7p-8:30p, Main, Meeting Room A
Local spinner and weaver Jenn Hendrix shares a weaving and spinning demonstration. Bring your own project to work on or share with the group. Tue, Jan 24, 6:30p-8p, Greer
Board Game Night* Play a variety of fun games and enjoy light refreshments. Wed, Jan 18, 7p-8p, Simpsonville
Beginner Drawing*
Arts & Crafts
Use beginner pencil drawing techniques to accurately depict still life objects. Sat, Jan 14, 10a-11:30a, Mauldin
Digital Camera Workshop*
Creating in Miniature*
Photographer with Upstate Wildlife Action, Steven Anschel, teaches how to use your digital camera to take quality photos. Each class participant will take photos of a subject with help from the instructor. Bring a digital camera and your best photo from the previous month to share with the class. Tue, Jan 3, 6:30p-8p, Mauldin
Meet with other miniature enthusiasts for support, tips and help with new techniques. Bring along any mini projects you are working on, or work on the featured mini project. Materials for featured project provided. Sat, Jan 14, 11a-1p, Simpsonville
Unraveled: Weaving Demonstration
Practice English in an informal and friendly group while doing a fun craft. Practica Inglés en un ambiente informal y amigable mientras hace manualidades. Tue, Jan 17, 4p-5p, Anderson Road
Book Clubs Berea Go Set A Watchman by Harper Lee. Tue, Jan 31, 10a-11a
Pelham Road
Local spinner and weaver Jenn Hendrix demonstrates weaving on a small loom and gives basic information for beginning weavers or those interested in exploring weaving. Thu, Jan 5, 10a-12p, Greer
Unraveled: Knit and Crochet Group Improve your skills in the company of fellow enthusiasts. Bring your own yarn and needles/hooks. Thu, Jan 5, 6p-8p, Mauldin Sat, Jan 7 & 21, 10a-12p, Travelers Rest Sat, Jan 14 & 28, 2p-4p, Simpsonville Thu, Jan 19, 10a-12p, Greer
Coffee and Crafts: DIY Journals* Get organized this year with a personalized notebook. Materials provided. Tea and coffee served. Sat, Jan 7, 11a-12p, Simpsonville
English Chat and Craft/ Hablemos Inglés con Manualidades*
Listen To This: Wounded Hollow Listen to the live sounds of Wounded Hollow, local musician Corey McDaniels' one-man instrumental loop-based project. Call 246-1695 for more information. Tue, Jan 17, 7:30p-8:30p, Berea
Coloring and Tea* Adults join us for the fun and calming practice of coloring while enjoying tea. Materials provided but feel free to bring your own. Tue, Jan 3, 7p-8:30p,Taylors Thu, Jan 19, 3p-4p, Mauldin Tue, Jan 24, 3p-4:30p, Fountain Inn Thu, Jan 26, 6:30p-8p, Travelers Rest
The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair That Changed America by Erik Larson. Tue, Jan 31, 7p-8p
Upcycled Craft: DIY T-shirt Scarves* Bring old t-shirts to cut up and turn into different types of scarves. Wed, Jan 11, 4p-5p, Berea
DIY Cleaners* Make your own effective and environmentally friendly cleaners. Materials provided. Mon, Jan 23, 2p-3p, Simpsonville
Upcycled Craft: No-Sew T-shirt Tote Bags* Upcycle your favorite t-shirts into tote bags that put the FUN in functional! Bring as many t-shirts as you would like to upcycle. Sat, Jan 28, 2p-3p, Travelers Rest
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Health & Wellness
The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion. Thu, Jan 26, 1p-2p
Practicing Meditation
Taylors Kill me, Darling: a Mike Hammer Novel by Mickey Spillane and Max Allan Collins. Mon, Jan 9, 2p-3p
Travelers Rest The Truth According to Us by Annie Barrows. Mon, Jan 9, 1p-2:30p
Gardening & Sustainability Master Gardener Classes A Master Gardener shares information on a topic to aid you in improving your garden. BEEKEEPING*
Tue, Jan 17, 7p-8p, Fountain Inn SPRING FLOWER PLANTING FOR BUTTERFLIES*
Wed, Jan 18, 10a-11a, Mauldin BULB CULTURE*
Thu, Jan 19, 7p-8p, Mauldin
Certified 200-Hour Yoga Instructor Sarah Rhodes teaches an introductory series to mindfulness, guided imagery, gratitude and compassion mediations. No experience necessary. Dress comfortably in non-restrictive clothing. Wed, Jan 11 & 25, 5:45p-6:30p, Main, Meeting Room A
Laughter Yoga* Join certified Laughter Wellness and Laughter Yoga teacher, Linda Gillen, for an hour of easy, joyful, childlike play. Engage in a series of short, simple exercises/scenarios to induce side-splitting laughter. Thu, Jan 12, 7p-8p, Simpsonville Sat, Jan 21, 11a-12p, Simpsonville
Vegetarian and Vegan Eating* Discover steps to improve your health with insight from a panel of vegans and vegetarians, including two health professionals from the Greenville Technical College Personal Trainer Program— Coordinator Erin Fergus and faculty member Jake Henderson. Sat, Jan 14, 10a-11:30a, Fountain Inn
GETTING READY FOR SPRING*
Tue, Jan 31, 7p-8p, Taylors
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COMPUTER WORKSHOPS These workshops are designed to enhance your personal or job-related skills. Call 527-9258 for sessions at Main. See p. 2 for branch contact information.
Computer Basics* Use a mouse and navigate a computer. Wed, Jan 4, 11a-12p, Augusta Road Thu, Jan 5, 10a-11:30a, Berea Wed, Jan 18, 6:30p-8p, Berea Tue, Jan 24, 11a-12:30p, Anderson Road Wed, Jan 25, 4p-5:30p, Anderson Road
Internet Basics* Surf the web using Internet Explorer. Thu, Jan 5, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab Wed, Jan 11, 11a-12p, Augusta Road Thu, Jan 12, 10a-11:30a, Berea Wed, Jan 25, 6:30p-8p, Berea
iOS Basics* Learn the basics to Apple's mobile operating system. Bring your own Apple device(s). Sat, Jan 7, 10:30a-11:30a, Pelham Road Tue, Jan 17, 6p-7p, Simpsonville
Protecting Your Online Privacy* Just in time for tax season, learn the basics of personal online security. Get tips on building strong passwords, using secure web sites, keeping your software updated, and more. Thu, Jan 12, 6:30p-7:30p, Augusta Road
Microsoft Word Para Principiantes/Beginner Microsoft Word in Spanish* Aprenda a crear y editar documentos. Los participantes deben tener habilidades básicas en el teclado y el ratón. (Learn how to create and edit documents. Participants must have basic typing skills and be able to use a mouse.) Tue, Jan 17, 6:30p-7:30p, Greer
Selecting a Computer* Find your perfect match in a computer, peripherals, and operating system. Tue, Jan 10, 3p-4:30p, Fountain Inn
Introduction to Microsoft Office* Learn the basics of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Tue, Jan 10, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab
Microsoft Word I* Create and edit documents. Wed, Jan 11, 6:30p-7:30p, Greer Thu, Jan 19, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab Tue, Jan 24, 4p-5p, Anderson Road
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Use the Cloud to create and store documents, pictures and more. Thu, Jan 26, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab Thu, Jan 26, 3p-4:30p, Fountain Inn
Android Basics* Learn the basics of the Android mobile operating system. Bring your own Android device(s). Sat, Jan 28, 10:30p-11:30p, Pelham Road Tue, Jan 31, 6p-7p, Simpsonville
Mouse and Keyboard Basics* Learn the basics and shortcuts of using a computer keyboard and mouse. Thu, Jan 19, 3p-4p, Fountain Inn
Pinterest Basics* Set up and use a Pinterest account. Mon, Jan 9, 6:30p-8p, Travelers Rest
Cloud Storage*
Mobile Device Basics* Learn basic functions and techniques to use your tablet or smart phone most effectively. Bring your own device. Wed, Jan 25, 11a-12p, Anderson Road
Get one-on-one assistance from an experienced instructor at your preferred library location. See p.2 for branch contact information. • Search for a job online • Build a resume
Safeguard your computer and your privacy using the Internet. Wed, Jan 25, 3p-4:30p, Mauldin
• Learn basic computer skills
Incorporate borders, clip art, text boxes, word art and more to add flare to basic Word documents. Participants must be familiar with basic Microsoft Word editing features. Wed, Jan 25, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab
In recent years, happiness has become a very popular subject for scholarly researchers, and their findings provide great insights. It has been proven that positivity can be increased by applying happiness tools on a regular basis. During this 90-minute workshop, learn to improve your state of well-being and overcome negative barriers. Life Coach, Lola Bradley, shares what she has learned, about happiness. Wed, Jan 18, 6p-8p, Main, Meeting Room A
New Year Nutrition Plan* Mimi Edgar, Clinical Nutrition Specialist for Greenville Health System, explains how a sound nutrition plan can lead to sustainable weight management and improved health. Mon, Jan 23, 6:30p-7:30p, Mauldin
Self Defense for Women* Certified SLED officer Dan Kobler teaches practical self-defense techniques. Tue, Jan 24, 7p-8:30p, Taylors
History & Genealogy
Internet Safety*
Microsoft Word II*
Health and Happiness*
South Carolina Room Orientation and Tour* Take a tour of the South Carolina Room and an introduction to resources for researching history and family history. Personalized genealogical and historical research assistance will be available after the class. Call 527-9261 to register. Mon, Jan 9, 6p-9p, Main, South Carolina Room
• Research your family tree
Celebrate the Dream: MLK Day Commemoration
• Learn Microsoft Office software
Watch historic footage of the “I Have a Dream” speech and the 1963 March on Washington in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday. Thu, Jan 12, 4p-5p, Anderson Road
• Get help with research for school or work
Chautauqua Talk Series: Eleanor Roosevelt Dr. Judith Prince shares how Eleanor Roosevelt shaped her life around three passions: education, leadership and the advancement of women. Prince is the Former Vice Chancellor and Chief Academic officer and professor at University of South Carolina Upstate. Tue, Jan 17, 7p-8:30p, Main, Meeting Rooms A-C
Introduction to SC Works
Freddie Mac CreditSmart®*
Learn how the SC Works website can help you find employment. Thu, Jan 19, 4p-5p, Anderson Road
A representative of Greenville County Human Relations Commission teaches the basics of building and maintaining better credit using the Freddie Mac CreditSmart® curriculum. Call 467-7095 to register. Sat, Jan 21 & 28, 9:30a-1p, Anderson Road
Google Docs Job Prep* Learn the basics of Google Docs while designing your own resume and cover letter. Participants must have basic computer skills. Thu, Jan 26, 6:30p-8p, Mauldin
Couponing Basics* Ace Your Job Interview*
Family History Club* Explore and document your family history. Share tips and learn about available genealogy resources at the library. Wed, Jan 18, 2:30p-4p, Simpsonville
The Travelers Rest Historical Society shares stories and memories of the upper Greenville County area and beyond. Come and listen or share your own story that should not be forgotten. Thu, Jan 12, 7p-8p, Travelers Rest
Money Smarts Planning and Paying for College*
Job Skills Storytelling Night: Nearly Lost to the Past
Show your best self with these interview tips and tricks. Mon, Jan 30, 3p-4:30p, Fountain Inn
Resume Basics* Design a resume using templates available online as well as those provided by Microsoft Word. Tue, Jan 17, 11a-12p, Augusta Road
Michael Dunaway, Academic Program Director and Assistant Professor at Greenville Technical College, guides you in choosing the right college, applying to college and unraveling the financial aid process. Sat, Jan 14, 10a-11a, Augusta Road
Jenny Martin, writer behind Southern Savers (a leading website for frugal living in the South), teaches the basics of couponing. Learn how to gather and organize coupons, use online resources to find deals, and how to effectively shop with coupons.
VITA: Volunteer Income Tax Assistance @ Your Library Coming in February, United Way of Greenville provides tax preparation assistance for eligible individuals. Call 211 for more information or to make an appointment. Otherwise, services are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Resolutions
I'll Have What She's Having by Rebecca Harrington 613.25 Harrington
Beginner Level Yoga DVD 613.7046 Beginner
In Defense of Food: An Eater's Manifesto DVD 613 In
The Art of Money: a Life-Changing Guide to Financial Happiness by Bari Tessler 332.024 Tessler
Joy in Every Moment: Mindful Exercises for Waking to the Wonders of Ordinary Life by Tzivia Gover 158.12 Gover
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Digitize Greenville Your public library system is building digital image collections to help preserve Greenville County’s history. Your family’s cherished photographs of schools, churches, businesses, neighborhoods and organizations are historic treasures that can tell part of the story. Photos that you loan to the library for submission to this collection will be scanned and returned to you. New! We now have the ability to take our scanning technology on the road. If your business or organization has a significant collection, we can come to you. Please call 242-5000 x2169 for more information or to schedule an appointment.
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