Meet local authors, attend featured author panels, and purchase books to be signed.
p. 11
Plant Swap for adults
Bring in your unwanted plants or cuttings to exchange with a neighbor.
p.
14 See the Bees for kids
Listen to bee-themed stories and see a live bee colony via an enclosed observational beehive. Presented by local beekeeper Rick Silvers. p. 6
Hours
All Locations
Mon–Thu • 9a–9p
Fri & Sat • 9a–6p
Hughes Main Library & Five Forks Branch
Sun • 2p–6p
Holiday/Closings
Apr 20 (Easter)
May 25–26 (Memorial Day)
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Library System Events
• Library System events are free and do not require a library card to attend.
• The Library System reserves the right to limit attendance to below the posted occupancy.
• Children under 11 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver during events.
• Adults attending youth events must be accompanied by a child.
• Events that require registration may be canceled if minimum registration is not met two days prior to the event.
• The Library System does not necessarily endorse the views expressed or resources referenced during a library event.
EVENT GUIDE
MAR–MAY 2025
Library Board of Trustees
Mr. Brian Aufmuth
Mr. Kenneth Baxter, Treasurer
Dr. Gene Beckner
Mrs. Elizabeth Collins, Vice-Chair
Mrs. Stephanie Cunningham, Secretary
Mr. S. Allan Hill, Chair
Mr. James Hoard
Mr. Tommy Hughes
Mrs. Marcia Moston
Mrs. Kristen Odom
Mr. Joe Poore
Library Executive Director
Beverly James bjames@greenvillelibrary.org
Notice of Intent to Comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act
Reasonable efforts will be made to provide adaptations or accommodations for individuals with disabilities interested in taking advantage of any program or service offered by the Library System. Please submit requests as soon as possible but no later than five business days in advance to the ADA coordinator at 864-527-9240 or adacoordinator@greenvillelibrary.org.
Ayuda en su idioma/Spanish speaker availability
Si usted necesita ayuda inmediata puede dejar recado en el 864-242-5000 ext. 2634 español o en asklibrarian@greenvillelibrary. org. Un representante de la biblioteca le regresará su llamada tan pronto posible.
Friends Members Only Used Book Sale*
Fri, Apr 4 • 2p–5p • Hughes Main Library Fri, May 30 • 2p–5p • Five Forks Library
Friends Used Book Sale
Sat, Apr 5 • 10a–2p • Hughes Main Library Sat, May 31 • 10a–3p • Five Forks Library
*Friends members only. Present your Friends membership or purchase one at the door.
LOCATIONS
ANDERSON ROAD • West Branch
2625 Anderson Road, Greenville, SC 29611
864-269-5210
andersonroad@greenvillelibrary.org
AUGUSTA ROAD • Ramsey Family Branch 100 Lydia Street, Greenville, SC 29605 864-277-0161
augustaroad@greenvillelibrary.org
BEREA • Sarah Dobey Jones Branch 111 N Highway 25 Bypass, Greenville, SC 29617 864-246-1695 berea@greenvillelibrary.org
No classes Mar 17–21. Classes end Fri, Apr 25 and resume the week of Jun 2. Groups of 5 or more wishing to attend a preschool program must call to book a private class.
Bouncing Babies 1 mo–18 mos
Stories, rhymes, music, and bouncing games. Includes hands-on exploring and social development.
Tue, 10a, Five Forks, Meeting Rooms
Tue, 10a, Simpsonville Wed, 10a, Travelers Rest
Thu, 11a, Main, Story Room
Thu, 11a, Pelham Road
Thu, 10a, Taylors
Mother Goose on the Loose 1 mo–24 mos
Nursery rhymes are used to create nurturing play experiences. Maximum of three children per adult caregiver. Mon, 11a, Main, Story Room
Musical Jamboree 18 mos–4 yrs
Explore children’s literature through music, songs, creative movement, and instrument play.
Mon, 10a, Main, Story Room
Tue, 10a, Pelham Road
Wed, 10a, Five Forks, Meeting Rooms
Story Time ages 5 & under Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Mon, 10a, Five Forks, Meeting Rooms Mon, 10a, Mauldin
Mon, 10a, Travelers Rest
Tue, 10a, Berea
Tue, 10a, Greer, Meeting Room
Tue, 10a, Main, Story Room
Wed, 10a, Fountain Inn
Wed, 10a & 11a, Pelham Road
Thu, 10a, Augusta Road
Thu, 10a, Simpsonville Fri, 10a, Taylors
Toddler Tales 19+ mos
Stories, music, and movement. Mon, 10a, Greer, Meeting Room Thu, 10a, Main, Story Room
These classes use the Palmetto Basics to build kindergarten readiness. Visit greenvillelibrary.org/kids/kindergarten-readiness for more information.
Register at greenvillelibrary.org/events unless otherwise noted.
VIRTUAL ACTIVITIES
= Supply kits available while they last. Supply kits are generously underwritten by the Friends of the Greenville County Library System.
Request a supply kit at: greenvillelibrary.org/ kids-virtual-activities
MARCH
• Art 101: Jeff Koons
• Preschool Picassos: Color Emotions
APRIL
• Art 101: Alexander Calder
• Preschool Picassos: Line Printing
MAY
• Art 101: Cipe Pineles
ANDERSON ROAD
Science Station ages 6–12
Guided activities and experiments.
Fossils
Mon, Mar 3, 10:30a–11:15a
Recycling Mon, Apr 7, 10:30a–11:15a
LEGO® Club ages 5–11 Thu, Mar 13 & Apr 10, 3:30p–4:15p
Put your creativity to the test with free building. Supplies provided.
Participate in activities using static electricity.
Cards for Mom all ages Thu, May 8, 9a–9p (drop-in)
Create a Mother’s Day card for someone special.
AUGUSTA ROAD
Story Time ages 5 & under Thu, Mar 6, 13, 27 & Apr 3, 10, 17, 24, 10a–10:30a
Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Poetry Workshop ages 12–17 Wed, Apr 2, 4p–4:45p
Explore the language of poetry and create your own poems. Registration required.
BEREA
Plant a Seed Story Time ages 5 & under Tue, Mar 4, 10a–10:30a
Listen to stories and take home an easy-to-make sprout house and a seed to plant. Supported by the Seed Library and Greenville Co. Soil & Water Conservation District. Supplies provided.
Story Time ages 5 & under Tue, Mar 11, 25 & Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 10a–10:30a
Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Musical Jamboree 18 mos–4 yrs Tue, Mar 11 & Apr 15, 11a–11:45a Explore children’s literature through music, songs, creative movement, and instrument play.
Preschool Picassos ages 2–6
Enjoy a story and create an art project. Dress for mess.
Color Emotions
Thu, Mar 13, 10a–10:45a
Line Printing Thu, Apr 17, 10a–10:45a
3D Printer Demonstration ages 6–12 Fri, Mar 14, 11a–11:45a, Time determined by registration slot. Sign up for a time slot and pick an object from the provided choices. Learn about and watch a 3D printer in action. Take home your 3D printed object.
= Registration required.
KIDS & TEENS
Stay and Play! ages 2–6 Tue, Mar 25 & Apr 22, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in)
Build kindergarten readiness skills.
Homeschool Hangout ages 6–12 Thu, Mar 27 & Apr 10, 11a–11:45a Games, crafts, and activities.
Sensory Story Time ages 8 & under Fri, Mar 28 & Apr 25, 11a–11:45a Inclusive story time and playtime for children with sensory integration challenges. Email special needs or requests to child@greenvillelibrary.org.
FIVE FORKS
Storytime Ballet best for ages 3–8 Sat, Mar 1 & May 10, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms
Story-based performance with dancers from the International Ballet.
Story Time ages 5 & under Mon, Mar 3, 10, 31 & Apr 7, 21, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms
Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Bouncing Babies 1–18 mos Tue, Mar 4, 11, 25 & Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Room A
Stories, rhymes, music, and bouncing games. Includes playtime for hands-on exploring and social development.
Explore children’s literature through music, songs, creative movement, and instrument play.
Build It ages 4–12
Wed, Mar 5 & Mon, Apr 7, 3:30p–4:15p, Meeting Rooms
Supplies provided.
Science Station ages 6–12
Guided activities and experiments.
Fossils
Thu, Mar 6, 10:30a–11:30a, Meeting Rooms
Recycling
Thu, Apr 3, 10:30a–11:30a, Meeting Rooms
Afternoon Adventures ages 12 & under
Arts
Tue, Mar 11, 3:30p–4:30p (drop-in), Story Room Crafts, coloring, and games.
Superheroes & Sidekicks
Tue, Apr 15, 3:30p–4:30p (drop-in), Story Room
Test your superhero skills with hero-themed crafts and activities.
Twinkle Bear Goes on a Picnic ages 3–6
Wed, Mar 12, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms
Bring your favorite stuffed animal for a class led by Dance Without Limits. Wear shoes you can dance in.
Explore Your World ages 6–12 Lessons and activities.
Archeology Adventure
Thu, Mar 13, 10:30a–11:15a, Meeting Room A
Explore the world of archeology, craft your own artifact, and excavate hidden treasures.
Money Madness
Thu, Apr 10, 10:30a–11:15a, Meeting Room A
Explore currencies, play games, and design your own money.
Leprechaun Hunt ages 2–6
Fri, Mar 14, 10:30a–11:30a, Meeting Rooms
Story time followed by a leprechaun scavenger hunt.
Homeschool Hangout ages 6–12
Thu, Mar 20 & Apr 17, 10:30a–11:15a, Story Room Games, crafts, and activities.
See the Bees ages 2–6 Mon, Mar 24, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms
Listen to bee-themed stories and see a live bee colony via an
Register at greenvillelibrary.org/events unless otherwise noted.
enclosed observational beehive. Presented by local beekeeper Rick Silvers.
The Studio ages 6–12 Activities focused on the arts.
Tissue Paper Stained Glass Thu, Mar 27, 10:30a–11:15a, Meeting Room A
Fabric Leaf Poet-Tree Thu, Apr 24, 10:30a–11:15a, Meeting Room A
Use poems and fabric to create a tree of poetry.
Family Craft Night all ages Supplies are limited.
Music
Thu, Mar 27, 5p–7p (drop-in), Meeting Rooms
On the Farm
Thu, Apr 24, 5p–7p (drop-in), Meeting Rooms
Mystery Craft Thu, May 15, 5p–7p (drop-in), Meeting Rooms
Favorite crafts from the past are returning! Open your kit and discover which one you received.
Stay and Play! ages 2–6 Mon, Mar 31 & Apr 21, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in), Meeting Rooms
Build kindergarten readiness skills.
Plant a Seed Story Time ages 5 & under Mon, Apr 14, 10a–10:45a, Meeting Rooms
Listen to stories, make a sprout house, and plant a seed. Supported by the Seed Library and Greenville Co. Soil & Water Conservation District. Supplies provided.
Trials of the Heroes ages 6–17 Tue, May 6, 4:30p–5:30p, Meeting Rooms
Join us for games, crafts, and activities focused on storybook heroes.
Cards for Mom all ages Thu, May 8, 9a–9p (drop-in), Children’s Area
Create a Mother’s Day card for someone special.
Lollipops Concert: Because best for ages 3–8 Sat, May 17, 11:30a–12p, Meeting Rooms
Story-based performance featuring Greenville Symphony Orchestra and Traysie Amick with the South Carolina Children’s Theatre.
Teen Art ages 12–17
Tile Mosaics
Create a mosaic on a tile. Fri, Mar 14, 10:30a–11:15a Travelers Rest
Tue, Mar 18, 11a–11:45a, Five Forks, Collaboration Space
Poetry Blitz
Create poetry using various prompts. Fri, Apr 11, 10:30a–11:15a, Travelers Rest
Tue, Apr 15, 11a–11:45a, Five Forks, Collaboration Space
FOUNTAIN INN
Story Time ages 5 & under Wed, Mar 5, 26 & Apr 2, 9, 16, 10a–10:30a
Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Stay and Play! ages 2–6 Wed, Mar 5 & Apr 2, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in)
Build kindergarten readiness skills.
Leprechaun Hunt ages 5 & under Wed, Mar 12, 10a–10:45a
Story time followed by a leprechaun scavenger hunt.
The Studio ages 6–12 Supplies provided.
Tissue Paper Stained Glass Wed, Mar 19, 3:30p–4:15p
= Registration required.
KIDS & TEENS
Fabric Leaf Poet-Tree
Wed, Apr 16, 3:30p–4:15p
Use poems and fabric to create a tree of poetry.
Plant a Seed Story Time ages 5 & under
Wed, Apr 23, 10a–10:30a
Listen to stories and take home an easy-to-make sprout house and a seed to plant. Supported by the Seed Library and Greenville Co. Soil & Water Conservation District. Supplies provided.
GREER
Toddler Tales 19+ mos
Mon, Mar 3, 10, 24, 31 & Apr 7, 14, 21, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Room Stories, music, and movement.
Story Time ages 5 & under Tue, Mar 4, 11, 25 & Apr 1, 8, 15, 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.
Supplies provided. In the case of rain, a craft project will be held in the meeting room.
Register at greenvillelibrary.org/events unless otherwise noted.
Ant Farm Fun
Anderson Road • Five Forks (Children’s Area)
Main (Children’s Area) • Travelers Rest
Experience the underground world of ants! Visit in April and watch the ants dig tunnels and build their colony.
Plant a Seed Story Time ages 5 & under Tue, Apr 22, 10a–10:45a, Meeting Room
Listen to stories and take home an easy-to-make sprout house and a seed to plant. Supported by the Seed Library and Greenville Co. Soil & Water Conservation District. Supplies provided.
Stamp Into Spring ages 12–17 Wed, Mar 19, 2p–3p, Program Room
Create cards using rubber stamps and other media.
MAIN
Storytime Ballet best for ages 3–8 Sat, Mar 1 & May 10, 11:30a–12p, Meeting Rooms
Story-based performance with dancers from the International Ballet.
Musical Jamboree 18 mos–4 yrs Mon, Mar 3, 10, 24, 31 & Apr 7, 14, 21, 10a–10:30a, Story Room
Explore children’s literature through music, songs, creative movement, and instrument play.
Mother Goose on the Loose 1–24 mos
Mon, Mar 3, 10, 24, 31 & Apr 7, 14, 21, 11a–11:30a, Story Room
Nursery rhymes are used to create nurturing play experiences. Maximum of three children per adult caregiver.
Story Time ages 5 & under Tue, Mar 25 & Apr 1, 8, 15, 10a–10:30a, Story Room Stories, music, and activities
that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
See the Bees ages 2–6 Tue, Mar 4, 10a–10:30a, Story Room
Listen to bee-themed stories and see a live bee colony via an enclosed observational beehive. Presented by local beekeeper Rick Silvers.
Paper Bag Kite ages 5–11 Tue, Mar 4, 3:30p–4:15p, Story Room
Create and decorate a kite.
Twinkle Bear Goes on a Picnic ages 3–6 Wed, Mar 5, 10a–10:30a, Meeting Rooms B–C
Bring your favorite stuffed animal for a class led by Dance Without Limits. Wear shoes you can dance in.
Toddler Tales 19+ mos Thu, Mar 6, 13, 27 & Apr 3, 10, 17, 24, 10a–10:30a, Story Room Stories, music, and movement.
Bouncing Babies 1–18 mos Thu, Mar 6, 13, 27 & Apr 3, 10, 17, 24, 11a–11:30a, Story Room Stories, rhymes, music, and bouncing games. Includes hands-on exploring and social development.
Bilingual Story Time/Cuentos bilingües ages 7 & under Join us for stories and songs in English and Spanish. Cuentos bilingües en inglés y español para niños 7 años y menores acompañados por un adulto. Llame
KIDS & TEENS
al 864-242-5000 ext. 2634 para más información.
Bluey Story Time/ Hora de Cuentos de Bluey Fri, Mar 7, 4:30p–5:15p, Story Room
Join us for Bluey stories, songs, and games. Únase a nosotros para cuentos, música y juegos de Bluey.
Stories & Songs/ Cuentos y canciones
Fri, Mar 14, 28 & Apr 4, 11, 18, 4:30p–5p, Story Room
Day of the Child/¡Día! Fri, Apr 25, 4:30p–5:15p, Meeting Rooms A–B
Learn about and meet an animal from the Greenville Zoo. Listen to an animal story, make a craft, and take home a bilingual book. Aprenda y conozca a un animal del Zoológico de Greenville. Escuche un cuento de animales, haga una manualidad y llévese a casa un libro bilingüe.
Lollipops Concert best for ages 3–8
Story-based performance featuring Greenville Symphony Orchestra (GSO) and Traysie Amick with the South Carolina Children’s Theatre.
See the Bees
ages 2–6
Listen to bee-themed stories and see a live bee colony via an enclosed observational beehive. Presented by local beekeeper Rick Silvers.
Tue, Mar 4 • 10a–10:30a, Main, Story Room
Mon, Mar 24 • 10a–10:30a, Five Forks, Meeting Rooms
Thu, Mar 27 • 10a–10:30a, Simpsonville
Mon, Mar 31 • 10a–10:30a, Travelers Rest
= Registration required.
Register at greenvillelibrary.org/events unless otherwise noted.
Preschool Picassos ages 2–6
Enjoy a story and create an art project. Dress for mess.
Color Emotions
Wed, Mar 26, 10:30a–11:15a, Story Room
Music Is a Rainbow
Sat, Mar 29 • 10a–10:30a Main, Meeting Rooms
Sat, Mar 29 • 11:30a–12p • Taylors
Vivaldi and the Invisible Orchestra
Sat, Apr 12 • 10a–10:30a Main, Meeting Rooms
Sat, Apr 12 • 11:30a–12p • Travelers Rest
Because Sat, May 17 • 10a–10:30a Main, Meeting Rooms
Sat, May 17 • 11:30a–12p Five Forks, Meeting Rooms
Leprechaun Hunt ages 5 & under Tue, Mar 11, 10a–10:45a, Story Room
Story time followed by a leprechaun scavenger hunt in the Children’s Area.
Stay and Play! ages 2–6
Tue, Mar 11 & Apr 15, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in), Meeting Room B Build kindergarten readiness skills.
The Studio ages 6–12
Activities focused on the arts.
Tissue Paper Stained Glass
Tue, Mar 11, 3:30p–4:15p, Story Room
Fabric Leaf Poet-Tree
Tue, Apr 8, 3:30p–4:15p, Story Room
Use poems and fabric to create a tree of poetry.
Science Station Jr. ages 3–5
Guided activities and experiments for preschoolers.
Fossils
Wed, Mar 12, 10:30a–11:15a, Story Room
Recycling
Wed, Apr 9, 10:30a–11:15a, Story Room
Investigate! ages 8–11 Thu, Mar 13, 3:30p–4:15p, Story Room
Explore natural history with archeology activities.
Puppet Day ages 5 & under Fri, Mar 14, 10a–11a, Meeting Rooms
Enjoy a puppet show, practice storytelling using a variety of puppets, and create your own puppet to take home.
LEGO® Club ages 5–11 Tue, Mar 18 & Apr 15, 3:30p–4:15p, Story Room Supplies provided.
Science Station ages 6–12 Guided activities and experiments.
Fossils
Tue, Mar 25, 3:30p–4:30p, Story Room
Recycling Tue, Apr 22, 3:30p–4:30p, Story Room
Line Printing Wed, Apr 2, 10:30a–11:15a, Story Room
Paint Pots ages 5–11 Tue, Apr 1, 3:30p–4:15p, Story Room
Paint a pot and create a flower picture using seeds.
Pondering Poetry ages 9–14 Thu, Apr 10, 3:30p–4:15p, Story Room
Explore your imagination and the power of language. Registration required.
Pajama Party ages 5 & under Fri, Apr 18, 10a–10:45a, Meeting Rooms
Wear your pajamas, bring a stuffed animal, and join us for bedtime stories, snacks, and crafts.
Plant a Seed Story Time ages 5 & under Tue, Apr 22, 10a–10:45a, Story Room
Listen to stories, make a sprout house, and plant a seed. Supported by the Seed Library and Greenville Co. Soil & Water Conservation District. Supplies provided.
Cards for Mom all ages Thu, May 8, 9a–9p (drop-in), Children’s Area
Create a Mother’s Day card for someone special.
Dance Party with DJ Pre-K ages 12 & under Fri, May 30, 10a–11a (drop-in), Meeting Rooms
Enjoy family-friendly music at this lively and engaging dance party hosted by DJ Pre-K.
= Registration required.
KIDS & TEENS
Teen Service Time ages 12–17
Earn volunteer hours. Snacks provided. Registration required. Tue, Mar 11, 4:30p–6p, Meeting Room A Sat, Mar 15, 10a–11:30a, Meeting Room A Tue, Apr 8, 4:30p–6p, Story Room Sat, Apr 12, 10a–11:30a, Story Room
MAULDIN
Story Time ages 5 & under Mon, Mar 3, 10, 24, 31 & Apr 7, 14, 21, 10a–10:30a
Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
PELHAM ROAD
Twinkle Bear Goes on a Picnic ages 3–6 Tue, Mar 4, 10a–10:30a
Bring your favorite stuffed animal for a class led by Dance Without Limits. Wear shoes you can dance in.
Story Time ages 5 & under Wed, Mar 5, 26 & Apr 2, 9, 16, 10a–10:30a & 11a–11:30a
Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Stories, rhymes, music, and bouncing games. Includes playtime for hands-on exploring and social development.
Musical Jamboree 18 mos–4 yrs
Tue, Mar 11, 25 & Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 10a–10:30a
Explore children’s literature through music, songs, creative movement, and instrument play.
Stay and Play! ages 2–6
Tue, Mar 11 & Apr 8, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in)
Build kindergarten readiness skills.
Leprechaun Hunt ages 5 & under Wed, Mar 12, 10a–10:45a & 11a–11:45a Story time, followed by a leprechaun scavenger hunt.
The Studio ages 6–12 Activities focused on the arts.
Tissue Paper Stained Glass Wed, Mar 19, 3:30p–4:15p
Fabric Leaf Poet-Tree Wed, Apr 16, 3:30p–4:15p
Use poems and fabric to create a tree of poetry.
Register at greenvillelibrary.org/events unless otherwise noted.
LEGO® Club ages 5–11 Mon, Mar 24 & Apr 21, 3:30p–4:15p Supplies provided.
STEM Studies ages 5–12 Supplies provided.
Parachutes Wed, Mar 26, 3:30p–4:30p (drop-in)
Create and test a small-scale parachute.
Plant a Seed Story Time
ages 5 & under
Listen to stories, make a sprout house, and plant a seed. Supported by the Seed Library and Greenville Co. Soil & Water Conservation District. Supplies provided. *The seed and sprout house is a take-home activity at these locations.
Participate in activities using static electricity.
Plant a Seed Story Time ages 5 & under Wed, Apr 23, 10a–10:45a & 11a–11:45a
Listen to stories, make a sprout house, and plant a seed. Supported by the Seed Library and Greenville Co. Soil & Water Conservation District. Supplies provided.
Musical Jamboree Playdate ages 5 & under Tue, Apr 29, 10a–10:30a Books, music, toys, and socialization.
Story Time Playdate ages 5 & under Wed, Apr 30, 10a–10:30a Books, toys, and socialization.
Bouncing Babies Playdate 1 mo–18 mos Thu, May 1, 11a–11:30a Books, toys, and socialization.
Cards for Mom all ages Thu, May 8, 9a–9p (drop-in) Create a Mother’s Day card for someone special.
SIMPSONVILLE
Bouncing Babies 1 mo–18 mos Tue, Mar 4, 11, 25 & Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 10a–10:30a
Stories, rhymes, music, and bouncing games. Includes playtime for hands-on exploring and social development.
Story Time ages 5 & under Thu, Mar 27 & Apr 3, 10, 17, 10a–10:30a
Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Stay and Play! ages 2–6 Thu, Mar 6 & Apr 3, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in)
Build kindergarten readiness skills at this drop-in event.
= Registration required.
KIDS & TEENS
LEGO® Club ages 5–11 Tue, Mar 11 & Apr 8, 3:30p–4:15p
Put your creativity to the test with free building. Supplies provided.
Leprechaun Hunt ages 5 & under Thu, Mar 13, 10a–10:45a Story time followed by a leprechaun scavenger hunt.
See the Bees ages 2–6 Thu, Mar 27, 10a–10:30a
Listen to bee-themed stories and see a live bee colony via an enclosed observational beehive. Presented by local beekeeper Rick Silvers.
Plant a Seed Story Time ages 5 & under Thu, Apr 24, 10a–10:30a Listen to stories and take home an easy-to-make sprout house and a seed to plant. Supported by the Seed Library and Greenville Co. Soil & Water Conservation District. Supplies provided.
Bouncing Babies Playdate
1 mo–18 mos Tue, May 6, 10a–11a Books, toys, and socialization.
Teen Service Time ages 12–17 Tue, Apr 29, 4:30p–6p
Bouncing Babies 1–18 mos Thu, Mar 6, 13, 27 & Apr 3, 10, 17, 24, 10a–10:30a Stories, rhymes, music, and bouncing games. Includes playtime for hands-on exploring and social development.
Story Time ages 5 & under Fri, Mar 7, 14, 28 & Apr 4, 11, 18, 10a–10:30a
Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Stay and Play! ages 2–6 Fri, Mar 14 & Apr 18, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in)
Build kindergarten readiness skills.
LEGO® Club ages 5–11
Fri, Mar 28 & Apr 25, 3:30p–4:15p
Supplies provided.
Lollipops Concert: Music Is a Rainbow best for ages 3–8 Sat, Mar 29, 11:30a–12p
Story-based performance featuring Greenville Symphony Orchestra and Traysie Amick with the South Carolina Children’s Theatre.
Sidewalk Chalk Creations
ages 5 & under Fri, Apr 11, 10:30a–11a
Supplies provided. In the case of rain, a craft project will be held in the meeting room.
Plant a Seed Story Time ages 5 & under Fri, Apr 25, 10a–10:45a
Listen to stories and take home an easy-to-make sprout house and a seed to plant. Supported by the Seed Library and Greenville Co. Soil & Water Conservation District. Supplies provided.
Cards for Mom all ages Thu, May 8, 9a–9p (drop-in) Create a Mother’s Day card for someone special.
Teen Service Time ages 12–17 Tue, Mar 25, 4:30p–6p Earn volunteer hours. Snacks provided. Registration required.
TRAVELERS REST
Twinkle Bear Goes on a Picnic ages 3–6 Mon, Mar 3, 10a–10:30a
Bring your favorite stuffed animal for a class led by Dance Without Limits. Wear shoes you can dance in.
Bouncing Babies 1–18 mos Wed, Mar 5, 12, 26 & Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 10a–10:30a
Stories, rhymes, music, and bouncing games. Includes playtime for hands-on exploring and social development.
Register at greenvillelibrary.org/events unless otherwise noted.
Explore Your World ages 6–12 NEW! Lessons and activities.
Archeology Adventure
Wed, Mar 5, 3:30p–4:15p
Explore the world of archeology, craft your own artifact, and excavate hidden treasures.
Money Madness
Wed, Apr 2, 3:30p–4:15p
Explore currencies, play games, and design your own money.
Homeschool Hangout ages 6–12
Thu, Mar 6 & Apr 3, 11a–11:45a (drop-in)
Games, crafts, and activities.
Plant a Seed Story Time ages 5 & under Mon, Mar 10, 10a–10:30a
Listen to stories and take home an easy-to-make sprout house and a seed to plant. Supported by the Seed Library and Greenville Co. Soil & Water Conservation District. Supplies provided.
Story Time ages 5 & under Mon, Mar 24 & Apr 7, 14, 21, 10a–10:30a
Stories, music, and activities that help children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills.
Stay and Play! ages 2–6 Mon, Mar 24 & Apr 21, 10:30a–11:15a (drop-in) Build kindergarten readiness skills.
Science Station ages 6–12
Guided activities and experiments.
Fossils
Thu, Mar 27, 10:30a–11:30a
Recycling
Thu, Apr 24, 10:30a–11:30a
LEGO® Club ages 5–11
Thu, Mar 27 & Apr 24, 3:30p–4:15p
Put your creativity to the test with free building. Supplies provided.
See the Bees ages 2–6 Mon, Mar 31, 10a–10:30a
Listen to bee-themed stories and see a live bee colony via an enclosed observational beehive. Presented by local beekeeper Rick Silvers.
Paper Maché ages 11 & under Fri, Apr 4, 11a-12p
Create a paper maché bowl. Registration required.
Lollipops Concert: Vivaldi and the Invisible Orchestra best for ages 3–8 Sat, Apr 12, 11:30a–12p
Story-based performance featuring Greenville Symphony Orchestra and Traysie Amick with the South Carolina Children’s Theatre.
Teen Art: Tile Mosaics ages 12–17 Fri, Mar 14, 10:30a–11:15a Create a mosaic on a tile.
Teen STEM ages 12–17
Stranded Island Challenge Fri, Mar 28, 10:30a–11:30a Participate in engineering challenges.
Crime Scene Science Fri, Apr 25, 10:30a–11:30a
Explore the science behind crime scene investigations.
Teen Art: Poetry Blitz ages 12–17 Fri, Apr 11, 10:30a–11:15a Create poetry using various prompts.
= Registration required.
ADULTS
All events in the adult section have been designed for attendees 18 & up. Minors attending adult events must be accompanied by an adult. Additional age limits have been added to events where the presence of minors is not permitted.
ANDERSON ROAD
Needle Felting 103: Let's Make a Bear! Sat, Mar 1, 10a–11a
Law Talk: Social Security Disability Benefits Wed, Mar 19, 6:30p–7:30p Presentation by the South Carolina Bar.
English/Spanish Language Exchange
Thu, Mar 20, Apr 17 & May 15, 6p–7:30p Practice your English and Spanish with native speakers.
Food Accessibility ages 18+ Sat, Mar 29, 3p–4p Learn how to find and use affordable food resources, recipes, and coupons.
Book Club ages 18+
The Storm We Made by Vanessa Chan (fiction) Wed, Apr 23, 6p–7:30p
Recycled Art Collages Sat, Apr 26, 1p–2p Supplies provided or bring your own.
Law Talk: Credit Card Debt
Wed, Apr 30, 6:30p–7:30p Presentation by the South Carolina Bar.
Mother's Day Mugs Fri, May 9, 2p–3:30p
Crochet Flower Bookmarks Tue, May 20, 6p–7:30p
Law Talk: Family Law Wed, May 21, 6:30p–7:30p Presentation by the South Carolina Bar.
Needle Felting 101: Basics Sat, May 24, 10a–11a
AUGUSTA ROAD
Greenville Go Club
Sat, Mar 1, 8, 15, Apr 5, 12, 26 & May 3, 10, 17, 2p–5p
Join the Greenville Go Club to learn about and play the ancient strategy board game of Go (Baduk). Boards and pieces provided, but feel free to bring your own. All skill levels welcome.
Register at greenvillelibrary.org/events unless otherwise noted.
Visual Arts Series: Portraiture ages 18+ Tue, Mar 18, 6p–7:30p
First Time Filing Sat, Mar 22, 10a–11a Presentation by IRS Stakeholder Liaison Cyrus Berdan.
Bank On Your Success: Becoming a Homeowner Tue, Mar 25, 6p–7p Presentation by Truist Financial Inclusion Leader Miranda Teague.
Disco Ball Vases ages 18+ Wed, Mar 26, 6p–7:30p
Start a Business
How To Start a Business
Tue, Mar 4, 10a–12p Presentation by the Small Business Administration.
Benjamin Franklin Circle ages 18+
Wed, Mar 5, Apr 9 & May 7, 2p–3p
Join this group discussion based on Benjamin Franklin's 13 virtues and your own aspirations for self-improvement. Refreshments provided.
Bank On Your Success: Budgeting, Savings, and Credit Tue, Mar 11, 6p–7p Presentation by Truist Financial Inclusion Leader Miranda Teague.
Introduction to Small Business Funding
Tue, Apr 1, 10a–12p Presentation by the Small Business Administration.
Tax Filing After Divorce or Separation
Sat, Mar 29, 10a–11a Presentation by IRS Stakeholder Liaison Cyrus Berdan.
The Great Puzzle Race Sat, Mar 29, 2p–3:30p Compete in teams of up to six to complete your jigsaw puzzle first!
Bank On Your Success: Business Finance Basics Tue, Apr 8, 6p–7p Presentation by Truist Financial Inclusion Leader Miranda Teague.
Bank On Your Success: It's Not Personal, It's Business Tue, Apr 22, 6p–7p Presentation by Truist Financial Inclusion Leader Miranda Teague.
Plant Swap Sat, Apr 26, 9:30a–1:30p (drop-in) Bring in your unwanted plants or cuttings to exchange with a neighbor.
Bank On Your Success: Borrowing for Small Businesses Tue, May 6, 6p–7p Presentation by Truist Financial Inclusion Leader Miranda Teague.
Diamond Painting Keychains Wed, May 7, 6p–7:30p Make custom Mother's Day keychains using a mosaic method that is a cross between paint by number and cross stitch.
Decoupage Keepsake Box Sat, May 10, 10a–11:30a
Visual Arts Series: Fashion Design ages 18+ Tue, May 20, 6p–7:30p
BEREA
Grown-Up Gaming Sat, Mar 1, 10a–12p Play modern tabletop board games with fellow fans.
Hydrology of Hyrule (and Other Virtual Landscapes) Wed, Mar 5, 6p–7p Ever wondered how your favorite video game maps came to be? Join Greenville Co. Soil & Water staff to explore the forces that shape the landscapes we love to explore!
ADULTS
Carolina Fence Gardens
Thu, Mar 6, 6p–7p
Presentation by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
Upcycling and Your Garden
Tue, Mar 11, 6p–7p
Learn how to use commonly discarded food scraps to create your own vegetable garden. Presentation by the Greenville Co. Soil & Water Conservation District.
Photo Detectives: Identifying Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes, Tintypes, and Card Photos
Tue, Mar 18, 6p–7:30p
Discover clues that can help you determine the people, place, or time captured in your unidentified images.
Lost Towns Under SC Lakes
Mon, Mar 24, 6:30p–7:30p
Presentation by local photographer Tom Taylor.
Intro to Smartphones
Tue, Apr 8, 6p–7p
Don't forget to bring your smartphone!
Digital Libraries
Tue, Apr 22, 7p–8p
Learn how to access ebooks, audiobooks, movies, and more with your library card.
Decoupage Coasters
Sat, Apr 26, 3p–4p
Crochet Dish Scrubbies
Sat, May 3, 10a–11a
Mother's Day Cards
Fri, May 9, 3p–4p
= Registration required.
Register at greenvillelibrary.org/events unless otherwise noted.
FIVE FORKS BRANCH
Relieving Stress With Zentangles
Tue, Mar 4, Apr 1 & May 6, 10a–11a, Collaboration Space
Work with others to create a collection of artistic patterns as part of an engaging and meditative process.
Designing Zines
Tue, Mar 4, 6p–7:30p, Meeting Room A
Discover zines (short for fanzine or magazine) and make your own mini version.
Kindness Rocks
Wed, Mar 5, Apr 2 & May 7, 6:30p–8p, Meeting Room A
Use creativity to spread kindness with rock painting. Supplies provided or bring your own.
Tue, Apr 8, 6p–8p, Meeting Room B Fri, Apr 18, 10a–12p, Meeting Room B
Birdwatching Basics
Thu, Mar 13, 6:30p–8p, Meeting Room A
Attracting Bluebirds
Wed, Apr 9, 6:30p–7:30p, Meeting Room A Presentation by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
Photography Basics: Camera Functions Thu, Apr 10, 6:30p–8p, Meeting Room A
Strategic Planning Tue, Apr 15, 3p–5p, Collaboration Space Presentation by the Small Business Administration.
Sun Catchers
Wed, Apr 16, 6:30p–8p, Meeting Room A
Cloud Storage
Thu, Apr 17, 6:30p–7:30p, Collaboration Space
Application for U.S. Citizenship
Wed, Apr 30, 6:30p–8p, Meeting Room A Program conducted in English.
Demystifying Artificial Intelligence
Thu, May 1, 6:30p–7:30p, Collaboration Space
= Registration required.
ADULTS
Photography Basics: DIY Light Boxes
Thu, May 8, 6:30p–8p, Meeting Room A
Visual Arts Series: Portraiture Tue, May 13, 6p–8p, Meeting Room B
Miniature Fairy Gardens
Wed, May 14, 6:30p–7:30p, Meeting Room A Presentation by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
Simple Decorative Baskets
Wed, May 21, 6:30p–8p, Meeting Room A
Jewelry Series: Easy Earring and Necklace Set
Thu, May 22, 6:30p–8p, Meeting Room A
FOUNTAIN INN
Book Club ages 18+
Icebreaker by Hannah Grace (fiction)
Thu, Mar 6, 6:30p–7:30p
The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah (fiction) Fri, Mar 28, 3:30p–4:30p
Book Club Bonus: E-Reading Fri, Mar 28, 4:30p–5p
The Spellshop by Sarah Beth Durst (fiction)
Thu, Apr 10, 6:30p–7:30p
Death Under a Little Sky by Stig Abell (fiction)
Fri, Apr 25, 3:30p–4:30p
Book Club Bonus: Book Awards Fri, Apr 25, 4:30p–5p
Lies and Weddings by Kevin Kwan (fiction)
Thu, May 1, 6:30p–7:30p
Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books by Kirsten Miller (fiction)
Fri, May 23, 3:30p–4:30p
Book Club Bonus: Audiobooks Fri, May 23, 4:30p–5p
Book Club Bonus
Hang out after Book Club to discuss a monthly topic.
Beginner Crochet ages 18+
Tue, Mar 4 & Apr 15, 10a–11:30a
Thu, Mar 13, 3p–4:30p Wed, Apr 23, 5p–6:30p
Cable Knit Mittens ages 18+ Mon, Mar 10, 6p–8p
Build on your knit and purl stitching skills to complete this intermediate project.
Unraveled ages 18+
Work on personal projects and share ideas with fellow fiber art enthusiasts.
Tue, Mar 11, 25, Apr 8 & May 13, 3p–5p Sat, Apr 26 & May 31, 10a–12p
Embroidery Basics Tue, Mar 18, 6p–7:30p
Horizontal Propagation
Thu, Mar 20, 6:30p–7:30p Presentation by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
Register at greenvillelibrary.org/events unless otherwise noted.
Word Processing Mon, Mar 24, 5p–6:30p
Native Plants and Pollinators Tue, Apr 1, 3p–4p Presentation by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
Beginner Knitting: Part One ages 18+ Mon, Apr 7, 10a–11:30a Tue, May 6, 3p–4:30p
Law Talk: Wills, Estates, & Probate Mon, Apr 7, 6:30p–7:30p Presentation by the South Carolina Bar.
Beginner Knitting: Part Two ages 18+ Mon, Apr 14, 10a–11:30a Tue, May 20, 3p–4:30p Build on skills learned in Part One.
Trivia Night Fri, Apr 18, 4p–5p Refreshments provided.
Watercolor Landscapes Tue, Apr 22, 5p–6:30p
Identity Theft Thu, Apr 24, 6:30p–7:30p Presentation by the SC Department of Consumer Affairs.
Law Talk: Real Estate & Foreclosure Thu, May 8, 6:30p–7:30p Presentation by the South Carolina Bar.
Summer Bulbs Mon, May 12, 6p–7p Presentation by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
Hughes Main Library
Sat, March 8 10a–4p Sun, March 9 2:30p–5p
• Meet local authors
• Attend featured author panels
• Buy books (and get them signed!)
• Participate in Southern Author Trivia
Full schedule and details at greenvillelibrary.org/southern-author-fest
= Registration required.
ADULTS
Crochet Market Totes ages 18+
Thu, May 15, 10a–12p
Participants are expected to have an understanding of basic stitch techniques.
Yarn Art Greeting Cards
Mon, May 19, 6p–7p
Online Job Searching
Tue, May 27, 6p–7:30p
Crafting Book Nooks Fri, May 30, 3p–4p
GREER
Silent Social Reading Hour ages 18+
Mon, Mar 3, Apr 7 & May 5, 7p–8:30p, Meeting Room
Join us for a time of quiet reading and socialize (or don't) with fellow readers. Refreshments provided.
Cloud Storage
Mon, Mar 10, 6:30p–7:30p, Program Room
Unraveled ages 18+
Thu, Mar 13, 27, Apr 10, 24 & May 8, 22, 9:30a–11:30a, Meeting Room
Work on personal projects and share ideas with fellow fiber art enthusiasts.
Mulch Matters
Wed, Mar 26, 6:30p–7:30p, Program Room Presentation by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
Law Talk: Credit Card Debt
Thu, Apr 3, 6:30p–7:30p, Meeting Room
Presentation by the South Carolina Bar.
Collecting History:
A Community Archiving Event
Thu, Apr 17, 10a–1p (drop-in), Program Room
Help preserve local history by bringing your photos and other items for scanning, or capture your memories of life in the area through having your oral history recorded.
Golden Age Gardening
Wed, May 7, 6:30p–7:30p, Program Room
Presentation by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
Google Tools
Mon, May 12, 6:30p–7:30p, Program Room
Participants need an active Gmail/Google account.
How To Start a Business ages 18+
Tue, May 13, 3p–5p, Meeting Room Presentation by the Small Business Administration.
The Roots and Fruits of String Theory
Thu, May 29, 6:30p–7:30p, Meeting Room
Presentation by NASA Ambassador David Leaphart.
MAIN
Internet Safety
Thu, Mar 6 & May 8, 4p–5p, Training Lab
Tunnel Book Craft ages 18+ Thu, Mar 6, 6p–7p, Meeting Room A
Growing Herbs
Wed, Mar 12, 6:30p–7:30p, Meeting Rooms
Presentation by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
Grown-Up Gaming ages 18+
Play modern tabletop board games with fellow fans.
Tue, Mar 18 & Tue, Apr 15, 6p–8p, Meeting Room A Wed, May 21, 6p–8p, Meeting Room A
Register at greenvillelibrary.org/events unless otherwise noted.
Python Boot Camp
Join local program developer Bennett Meares as he leads a seven-week introduction to the Python programming language. Register to attend all seven sessions.
Introduction to Python: Part 1 Wed, Mar 5, 6p–7:30p, Main, Training Lab
Introduction to Python: Part 2 Wed, Mar 12, 6p–7:30p, Main, Training Lab
Introduction to Relational Databases: Part 1 Wed, Mar 19, 6p–7:30p, Main, Training Lab
Introduction to Relational Databases: Part 2 Wed, Mar 26, 6p–7:30p, Main, Training Lab
Dementia Conversations Wed, Mar 19, 6:30p–7:30p, Meeting Rooms Presentation by the SC Alzheimer's Association.
Writers Round Table ages 18+ Thu, Mar 20, Apr 17 & May 22, 7p–8:30p, Meeting Room A
Word Processing Tue, Mar 25, 4p–5:30p, Training Lab
Chautauqua Talk: Babe Ruth Tue, Mar 25, 7p–8:30p, Meeting Rooms
Discover the life and legacy of Babe Ruth and participate in a Q&A session, led by Tim Fehler. Not a costumed performance. Livestream viewing available.
Spreadsheets
Thu, Mar 27, 4p–5:30p, Training Lab Wed, May 21, 4p–5:30p, Training Lab
Data Pipeline, Introduction to ETL: Part 1
Wed, Apr 2, 6p–7:30p, Main, Training Lab
Data Pipeline, Introduction to ETL: Part 2 Wed, Apr 9, 6p–7:30p, Main, Training Lab
Data Visualization
Wed, Apr 16, 6p–7:30p, Main, Training Lab
Silent Reading Social Hour ages 18+
Thu, Mar 27, Apr 10 & May 8, 7p–8:30p, Meeting Room A
Join us for a time of quiet reading and socialize (or don't) with fellow readers. Refreshments provided.
Intro to Smartphones Thu, Apr 3, 4p–5p, Training Lab Don't forget to bring your smartphone!
Law Talk: What to Do if You Get Arrested Tue, Apr 8, 6:30p–7:30p, Meeting Rooms Presentation by the South Carolina Bar.
Presentation by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
South Carolina Room Tour Sat, Apr 19, 10:30a–12p
= Registration required.
ADULTS
Chautauqua Talk: Erma Bombeck
Tue, Apr 22, 7p–8:30p, Meeting Rooms
Discover the life and legacy of Erma Bombeck and participate in a Q&A session, led by Kathy Vyrostek. Not a costumed performance. Livestream viewing available.
Demystifying Artificial Intelligence
Wed, Apr 23, 4p–5p, Training Lab
Crafting Poetry
Thu, Apr 24, 6p–7p, Meeting Room A
In celebration of National Poetry Month, create unique poems using blackout and ransom note poetry methods.
Felt Flowers
Tue, Apr 29, 6p–7p, Training Lab
Saving Dark Skies
Tue, Apr 29, 6:30p–7:30p, Meeting Rooms
Learn about the impacts of light pollution and how we can protect the night. Led by Bill Michaud, an Advocate with DarkSky International.
Tabletop Players:
Finding the Right Game
Wed, Apr 30, 6p–7:30p, Meeting Room A
Genealogy Drop-In
Tue, May 6, 4p–5p, Training Lab
Ask questions and learn about the Library System's genealogy resources in this Q&A session.
Chautauqua Talk: Josephine Baker
Tue, May 13, 7p–8:30p, Meeting Rooms
Discover the life and legacy of Josephine Baker and participate in a Q&A session, led by Becky Stone. Not a costumed performance. Livestream viewing available.
Technology Qs and As Thu, May 15, 6p–7p, Training Lab Get answers to common questions about using computers, smartphones, and the internet. Attendees will be asked to submit questions prior to the event.
How to Compost
Thu, May 15, 6:30p–7:30p, Meeting Rooms Presentation by the Greenville Co. Soil & Water Conservation District.
Law Talk: Wills, Estates, & Probate Tue, May 20, 6:30p–7:30p, Meeting Rooms Presentation by the South Carolina Bar.
Tabletop Players: Creating Characters Wed, May 28, 6p–7:30p, Meeting Room A
MAULDIN
Non-Violent Communication Thu, Mar 13, 11a–12:30p Presentation by Holistic Health Practitioner Sarah Troy.
Getting Ready for Spring Tue, Mar 18, 6:30p–7:30p Presentation by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
Paper Plant Terrariums ages 18+ Thu, Mar 20, 6:30p–7:30p Materials provided or bring your own tea cup or jar.
Law Talk: Landlord Tenant Mon, Mar 24, 6:30p–7:30p Presentation by the South Carolina Bar.
Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body Wed, Mar 26, 10:30a–11:30a Presentation by the SC Alzheimer's Association.
Conquering Perfectionism Sat, Apr 5, 11a–12p Presentation by Dawn-Marie Farrell-Smith, LPC, owner of ValleyHigh Counseling.
Register at greenvillelibrary.org/events unless otherwise noted.
Caring for the Caregiver
Thu, Apr 10, 10:30a–11:30a Presentation by the SC Alzheimer's Association.
What Is a Black Hole? Sat, Apr 12, 10:30a–11:30a Presentation by NASA Ambassador David Leaphart.
Gardening for Your Health and Wellness
Tue, Apr 15, 6:30p–7:30p Presentation by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
How to Build Healthy Habits
Thu, Apr 17, 11a–12:30p Presentation by Holistic Health Practitioner Sarah Troy.
Poetry and Paint ages 18+ Thu, Apr 24, 6:30p–7:30p Celebrate National Poetry Month by creating art and poetry.
Who Am "I"? Perspectives on Consciousness and Identity Mon, Apr 28, 6:30p–7:30p Discussion led by Greenville Tech Professor Nathan Sasser.
Finding Joy Thu, May 1, 11a–12:30p Presentation by Holistic Health Practitioner Sarah Troy.
Highway 25 in the Carolinas: The History of an Ancient Road Thu, May 1, 6:30p–7:30p Presentation by local historians Anne Peden and Jim Scott.
Chair Yoga: Upper Body ages 18+ Wed, May 7, 11a–12p
Join certified 500-Hour Yoga Instructor Ann Minard for an introductory class suited for beginners, seniors, and those with limited mobility.
Coloring (With a Twist) Café Thu, May 8, 6:30p–7:30p Color while enjoying a cuppa. Try out some new activities and coloring prompts. Supplies provided or bring your own.
Pub Trivia ages 21+
Tue, Mar 4, Apr 1 & May 6, 7p–8:30p
Other Lands, 731 Rutherford Rd, Greenville
Test your knowledge, and see if you can win!
Literary Book Bingo ages 18+ Wed, Mar 19, Apr 9 & May 14, 5:30p–7p
M. Judson Booksellers, 130 S. Main St, Greenville
Come test your knowledge on all things literary for a chance to win a prize!
Book Club ages 18+ Other Lands, 731 Rutherford Rd, Greenville
Thu, Mar 20, 10:30a–11:30a
Read either Lady Tan’s Circle of Women by Lisa See (fiction) or Factory Girls: From Village to City in a Changing China by Leslie Chang (nonfiction).
Thu, Apr 17, 10:30a–11:30a
Read either I Know This Much Is True by Wally Lamb (fiction) or Hidden Valley Road by Robert Kolker (nonfiction).
Thu, May 15, 10:30a–11:30a
Read either When We Had Wings by Ariel Lawhon, Kristina McMorris, & Susan Meissner (fiction) or Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption by Laura Hillenbrand (nonfiction).
= Registration required.
ADULTS
Bring in your unwanted plants or cuttings to exchange with a neighbor.
Plant Swap & Seed Library Pop-up
Fri, Mar 21, 9:30a–11:30a (drop-in) Pelham Road
Law Talk: Real Estate & Foreclosure
Mon, May 12, 6:30p–7:30p Presentation by the South Carolina Bar.
Chair Yoga: Lower Body ages 18+
Wed, May 14, 11a–12p
Join certified 500-Hour Yoga
Instructor Ann Minard for an introductory class suited for beginners, seniors, and those with limited mobility.
Identifying and Managing Weeds
Tue, May 20, 6:30p–7:30p Presentation by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
Chair Yoga: Core ages 18+
Wed, May 21, 11a–12p
Join certified 500-Hour Yoga
Instructor Ann Minard for an introductory class suited for beginners, seniors, and those with limited mobility.
Plant Swap
Sat, Apr 26, 9:30a–1:30p (drop-in), Augusta Road
PELHAM ROAD
Game On! Trivia Tue, Mar 4, 6p–7:30p
Test your knowledge of video & board games for a chance to win!
Law Talk: Credit Card Debt Thu, Mar 13, 6:30p–7:30p Presentation by the South Carolina Bar.
Ides of March Escape Room Sat, Mar 15, 10a–5p
Sign up with friends for a time slot to see if you can escape.
Book Club ages 18+
Himself by Jess Kidd (fiction) Mon, Mar 17, 6:30p–7:30p
Anxious People by Fredrik Backman (fiction) Tue, Mar 25, 6:30p–7:30p
Finding Me by Viola Davis (nonfiction) Tue, Apr 15, 2p–3p
Vicious by V. E. Schwab (fiction) Mon, Apr 21, 6:30p–7:30p
Violeta by Isabel Allende (fiction) Tue, Apr 22, 6:30p–7:30p
The Ministry of Time by Kaliane Bradley (fiction) Mon, May 19, 6:30p–7:30p
Register at greenvillelibrary.org/events unless otherwise noted.
I Am, I Am, I Am: Seventeen Brushes with Death by Maggie O'Farrell (nonfiction)
Tue, May 20, 2p–3p
The Sentence by Louise Erdrich (fiction) Tue, May 27, 6:30p–7:30p
Plant Swap & Seed Library Pop-up
Fri, Mar 21, 9:30a–11:30a (drop-in)
Bring in your unwanted plants or cuttings to exchange with a neighbor.
Coloring Café
Sat, Mar 29, Apr 26 & May 24, 10:30a–12p
Color while enjoying a cuppa. Coloring supplies provided or bring your own.
Blackout Poetry Tue, Apr 8, 2p–3p
Community Craft Supply Swap Fri, Apr 11, 10a–12p
Bring in your unwanted craft supplies to exchange with a neighbor.
Acrylic Painting for Beginners Sat, Apr 12, 10:30a–12p
Law Talk: Landlord Tenant Thu, Apr 17, 6:30p–7:30p Presentation by the South Carolina Bar.
What is Dementia: Signs, Symptoms, and Types of Dementia
Sat, May 10, 10:30a–11:30a
Dorinne Dubois, family caregiver advocate and educator at the Appalachian Council of Governments, leads this two-part series.
Constellation Cross-Stitch Fri, May 16, 10:30a–12:30p
What is Dementia: Dementia Diagnosis ... Now What? Sat, May 17, 10:30a–11:30a
Dorinne Dubois, family caregiver advocate and educator at the Appalachian Council of Governments, leads this two-part series.
SIMPSONVILLE
Writers Round Table ages 18+ Thu, Mar 6, 20, Apr 3, Apr 17 & May 1, 15, 7p–8:30p
Making Peace With Your Past Sat, Mar 8, 10:30a–11:30a Presentation by Dawn-Marie FarrellSmith, LPC, owner of Valley-High Counseling.
Book Bingo
Mon, Mar 10, Apr 14 & May 12, 11a–12p Refreshments provided.
Mini Junk Journals
Mon, Mar 10, 6:30p–7:30p
Use the provided recycled materials to craft your own mini book for storing memories and ideas.
Silent Reading Social Hour Thu, Mar 13, 6:30p–7:30p Join us for a time of quiet reading and socialize (or don't) with fellow readers. Refreshments provided.
Celebrating the Women of Greenville's History Fri, Mar 14, 11a–12p
Dementia Conversations Mon, Mar 17, 6p–7p Presentation by the SC Alzheimer's Association.
Book Club ages 18+
I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy (nonfiction) Wed, Mar 19, 2p–3p
The Measure by Nikki Erlick (fiction) Wed, Apr 16, 2p–3p
Gray Mountain by John Grisham (fiction) Wed, May 21, 3p–4p
Homemade Gift Bags Fri, Mar 21, 3p–4p
Gardening for Your Health and Wellness
Mon, Mar 24, 6:30p–7:30p Presentation by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
= Registration required.
ADULTS
What is General Relativity?
Tue, Mar 25, 6:30p–7:30p
Presentation by NASA Ambassador David Leaphart.
Coloring Café
Fri, Mar 28, Apr 25 & May 23, 10a–11a
Color while enjoying a cuppa. Coloring supplies provided or bring your own.
Trivia Night
Mon, Mar 31, Apr 28 & May 19, 7p–8:30p Refreshments provided.
Plastic Bottle Butterflies
Fri, Apr 4, 3p–4:30p
Starting Vegetable Seeds Without a Greenhouse Mon, Apr 7, 3p–4p Presentation by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
Summiting the Solar System Tue, Apr 8, 6:30p–7:30p Video presentation hosted by NASA Ambassador David Leaphart.
Zoom Basics
Wed, Apr 9, 3:30p–5p
Card Making for All Occasions
Fri, Apr 18, 3p–4p
Outsmart the Scammers
Thu, Apr 24, 6p–7p Wed, May 14, 11a–12p
Learn how to guard against financial fraud. Presentation by Michael Wolfe, Sr. from Edward Jones Investments.
Diamond Painting
Sat, Apr 26, 10a–11:30a Join us for this mosaic craft that is a cross between paint by number and cross stitch.
Growing Dahlias in the Upstate Mon, May 5, 5p–6p Presentation by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
Mini Yarn Keychains Fri, May 9, 3p–4:30p
TAYLORS
Starting Vegetable Seeds Without a Greenhouse Mon, Mar 3, 6:30p–7:30p Presentation by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
Coloring Café
Tue, Mar 4, Apr 1, & May 6, 6:30p–8p
Color while enjoying a cuppa. Coloring supplies provided or bring your own.
Scottish Country Dancing ages 18+
Tue, Mar 11, 6:30p–8:30p Demonstration by Greenville Scottish Country Dancers and an opportunity for audience participation. No partner required. Refreshments provided.
Third Thursday Theatre
Hosted by former Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Instructor Chip Kaufmann. Popcorn provided.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1923)
Thu, Mar 20, 2p–4p
The Jungle Book (1942) Thu, Apr 17, 2p–4p
Black Magic (1949) Thu, May 15, 2p–4p
The History of the Medal of Honor
Mon, Mar 24, 6:30p–7:30p Presentation by Retired U.S. Army Major Thom Iannarino.
Talking With Distant Spacecraft
Thu, Mar 27, 6:30p–7:30p Presentation by NASA Ambassador David Leaphart.
Jigsaw Puzzle Swap
Sat, Apr 5, 10a–11:30a Bring your gently used jigsaw puzzles (500+ pieces) to the Taylors Branch the week of March 31 - April 4 and receive one ticket per puzzle. Starting at 10a on Saturday, swap each ticket for a new-to-you puzzle! Those that don't donate can shop the swap starting at 10:30a.
Register at greenvillelibrary.org/events unless otherwise noted.
Law Talk: Landlord Tenant Mon, Apr 28, 6:30p–8:30p Presentation by the South Carolina Bar.
Carolina Fence Gardens Thu, May 1, 6:30p–7:30p Presentation by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
Learn to Homebrew ages 21+ Thu, May 8, 6:30p–8p Presentation by Clemson Cooperative Extension Agent Alex Thompson.
Is There Life Out There? Mon, May 19, 6:30p–7:30p Presentation by NASA Ambassador David Leaphart.
TRAVELERS REST
Grown-Up Gaming ages 18+ Thu, Mar 6 & May 8, 2p–4p Play modern tabletop board games with fellow fans.
Yoga Nindra ages 18+ Thu, Mar 13, Apr 17 & May 15, 10a–11:30a
Practice relaxation and breathing techniques with yoga instructor Alexandra Juryte. Yoga mat provided. Bring your own small blanket and pillow.
Silent Reading Social Hour
Thu, Mar 13, Apr 17 & May 15, 7p–8p
Join us for a time of quiet reading and socialize (or don't) with fellow readers. Refreshments provided.
Book Club ages 18+
The Infernal Machine: A True Story of Dynamite, Terror, and the Rise of the Modern Detective by Steven Johnson (nonfiction) Wed, Mar 19, 3p–4p
And There Was Light: Abraham Lincoln and the American Struggle by Jon Meacham (nonfiction) Wed, May 28, 3p–4p
Coloring Café ages 18+ Thu, Mar 20, Apr 24 & May 22, 6p–8p
Color while enjoying a cuppa. Coloring supplies provided or bring your own.
Intro to Paper Quilling ages 18+ Thu, Mar 27, 2p–3:30p
Conversation Café ages 18+ Sat, Mar 29 & May 3, 2p–3:30p
Practice English with native speakers and learn about American culture. Open to speakers of any language. Refreshments provided.
Paper Quilling:
Spring Greeting Cards ages 18+ Thu, Apr 10, 2p–3:30p
Papercrafting ages 18+ Thu, May 29, 2p–3:30p
Work on personal projects and share ideas with fellow papercraft enthusiasts.
Jan 28 – Apr 16
Anderson Road
Tuesdays • 3p–7p
Thursdays • 10a–2p
Fountain Inn
Saturdays • 10a–2p
Taylors
Wednesdays • 3p–7p
Travelers Rest Fridays • 10a–2p
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25 Heritage Green Place Greenville, SC 29601-2034
864-242-5000
864-242-5000 greenvillelibrary.org
MΑY 29–JULY 26
Children ages 0–17 can register online and earn fun prizes for reading! Pick up a printed reading log at any library location. Visit our website for more information.
0–35 MONTHS
Help your baby build healthy brain connections
• Complete 10 Palmetto Basics activities
• Earn prizes*
3–17 YEARS READING CHALLENGE
• Read for 6 hours or 24 books
• Audiobooks count too!
• Earn prizes*
Collect your prizes by Saturday, July 26
*While supplies last. Substitutions may be offered
Early Registration
Register beginning mid-May at greenvillelibrary.org/summer-reading
Kickoff Event Thu, May 29 • 10a–8p (drop-in) • All locations
• Register for Summer Reading
• Spin the Prize Wheel and get a unique prize only available on May 29 (one prize per person, while supplies last)
• Activities at some locations (check the online Events Calendar)
