Nov/Dec 2016

Nov/Dec 2016 News & Events GreenvilleLibrary.org

HOLIDAY PARTY

BEADED SNOWFLAKES

HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE

3D PAPER SNOWFLAKES

COFFEE AND CRAFTS: 8 BIT ORNAMENTS UGLY SWEATER PARTY

UPCYCLED HOLIDAY WRAPPING PAPER

HOLIDAY FUN GUIDE P.7

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

Nov/Dec 2016 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

Berea • Sarah Dobey Jones Branch

Hughes Main Library Mon-Fri • 9a-9p Sat • 9a-6p Sun • 2p-6p

Holiday Closings

Fountain Inn • Kerry Ann Younts Culp Branch

Nov 24 & 25 (Thanksgiving) Dec 23-26 (Christmas)

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

Holiday Fun Guide p. 7 SC Codes p. 11 Short Story Contest p. 12

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

311 N Main Street, Fountain Inn 29644 fountaininn@greenvillelibrary.org 864-862-2576

A Special Thank You p. 3

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 Mr. Chace Campbell, Chair Mr. S. Allan Hill, Vice-Chair 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

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A special

to our volunteers, friends and donors

Volunteers During the last fiscal year:

Nov 3 & Dec 1 • 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.

2016-2017 Board of Directors Emma Belcher, Vice-President Judi Carpenter Jim Condon, Friends Shop Commttee Chair Jean DeMars Linda Dilleshaw, Membership Development Committee Chair Phil Elliott Cindy R. Goldberg Michelle Marckini, Book Sales Committee Chair Steven Nash, Financial Officer Cory B. Patterson, President

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The Friends of the Greenville County Library System provided

$43k

Library Newsletter

in support of the Library making possible:

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Reading Events

Rock-a-bye Reading Challenge for babies & toddlers

Individual and family gifts to the Library provided: Heritage Green

Alice Ramos Mary Ann Stonoha, Treasurer

Ages of volunteers

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Donors

Dorothy Pierce Mary Rittenhouse

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volunteers

Friends

First Thursday Used Book Sales*

PASS

Museum Pass Program

Resources for patrons across Greenville County

KIDS & FAMILY PROGRAMS NOV/DEC 2016 Information and Registration

Mauldin • 277-7397

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.

Story Time • Nov 7, 14 • 10a-10:30a

Holiday Closings Nov 24 & 25 (Thanksgiving) Dec 23-26 (Christmas) *Registration required

Anderson Road • 269-5210 Pokémon Party • Nov 4 • 3:30p-4:30p Homework Help • Nov 7, 14, 21, 28 & Dec 5, 12 4p-5p Jingle Bell Ball • Dec 16 • 3:30p-4:15p

Augusta Road • 277-0161 Story Time • Nov 3, 10, 17 • 10a-10:30a Mini-Makers • Nov 16 • 10a-10:30a Happy Who-lidays Party • Dec 8 • 3:30p-4:15p

Berea • 246-1695 Story Time • Nov 1, 8, 15 • 10:30a-11a Mini-Makers • Nov 8 • 3:30p-4p Happy Who-lidays Party • Dec 7 • 3:30p-4:15p

Fountain Inn • 862-2576 Story Time • Nov 2, 9, 16 • 10:30a-11a Mini-Makers • Nov 16 • 3:30p-4p Happy Who-lidays Party • Dec 5 • 3:30p-4:15p

Greer • 877-8722 Story Time • Nov 1, 8, 15 • 10a-10:30a Bouncing Babies • Nov 7, 14 • 10a-10:30a Craftime • Nov 8 • 3:30p-4:15p Science Station • Nov 11 • 10:30a-11:30a International Ballet • Nov 12 • 10a-10:30a Adventures in History • Nov 16 • 3:30p-4:30p Play Date • Nov 28 • 10a-11a Jingle Bell Ball • Dec 13 • 3:30p-4:15p

Pelham Road • 288-6688 Bouncing Babies • Nov 1, 8, 15 • 10a-10:30a Story Time • Nov 2, 9, 16 • 10a-10:30a & 11a-11:30a Toddler Tales • Nov 3, 10, 17 • 10a-10:30a Book Tasting • Nov 10 • 3:30p-4:15p Craftime • Nov 14 • 3:30p-4:15p Playdate • Dec 8 • 10a-11a Jingle Bell Ball • Dec 15 • 6p-6:45p

Simpsonville • 963-9031 Bouncing Babies • Nov 1, 8, 15 • 10a-10:30a Toddler Tales • Nov 1, 8, 15 • 11a-11:30a Mother Goose on the Loose • Nov 2, 9, 16 10a-10:30a & 11a-11:30a Story Time • Nov 3, 10, 17 • 10a-10:30a & 11a-11:30a Mini-Makers • Nov 7 • 10:30a-11a Craftime • Nov 17 • 3:30p-4:15p Lollipops Concert • Dec 3 • 10a-10:30a Jingle Bell Ball • Dec 12 • 3:30p-4:15p

Taylors • 268-5955 Mother Goose on the Loose • Nov 1, 8, 15 10a-10:30a Craftime • Nov 1 • 3:30p-4:15p Bouncing Babies • Nov 3, 10, 17 • 10:30a-11a Story Time • Nov 4, 11, 18 • 10a-10:30a Series Savvy • Nov 15 • 3:30p-4:15p Happy Who-lidays Party • Dec 6 • 6p-6:45p

Travelers Rest • 834-3650 Mother Goose on the Loose • Nov 2, 9, 16 10a-10:30a Science Station • Nov 4 • 10:30a-11:30a Story Time • Nov 7, 14 • 10:30a-11a Craftime • Nov 14 • 3:30p-4:15p Adventures in History • Nov 15 • 3:30p-4:30p

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ages 5-11 Create a Raichu paper cube and a Pokéball that reveals your favorite character! Adult caregiver required.

Registration opens 1 month prior.

Tue, Nov 1, 3:30p-4:15p, Taylors Tue, Nov 8, 3:30p-4:15p, Greer Mon, Nov 14, 3:30p-4:15p, Pelham Road Mon, Nov 14, 3:30p-4:15p, Travelers Rest Thu, Nov 17, 3:30p-4:15p, Main, Story Room Thu, Nov 17, 3:30p-4:15p, Simpsonville

Creation Station: LEGO® Movie Maker* ages 6-12 Use LEGO® bricks to create your own stop motion video.

Participants need an email address and are encouraged to bring their own LEGO® mini figures.

Adult caregiver required.

Registration opened Oct 4.

Tue, Nov 1, 3:30p-4:30p, Main, Story Room

Mini-Makers ages 2-5 Listen to a story. Create items using your imagination and provided materials. Adult caregiver required.

CANDY

Wed, Nov 2, 10:30a-11a, Main, Story Room

Main • 527-9248 Bouncing Babies • Nov 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17 • 11a-11:30a Creation Station • Nov 1 • 3:30p-4:30p Mini-Makers • Nov 2, 9, 16 & Jan 4 • 10:30a-11a Musical Jamboree • Nov 3, 7, 10, 14, 17 • 10a-10:30a Bilingual Story Time • Nov 4, 11, 18 & Dec 2 6p-6:45p Saturday Stories • Nov 5, 19 • 10a-10:30a Toddler Tales • Nov 7, 14 • 11a-11:30a Twilight Tales • Nov 7 & Dec 5 • 7p-7:30p International Ballet • Nov 12 • 11:30a-12p Craftime • Nov 17 • 3:30p-4:15p Holiday Open House • Dec 1 • 10a-11a Lollipops Concert • Dec 3 • 11:30a-12p Playdate • Dec 8 • 11a-12p Happy Who-lidays Party • Dec 9 • 10:30a-11:15a

Craftime: Pokémon Paper Art*

TURKEYS

Reading with Ringling Bros.®!

Special winter reading program allows children to earn circus tickets!

Begins Monday, December 5.

For children ages 2-12.

Visit greenvillelibrary.org > Kids for more information.

Mon, Nov 7, 10:30a-11a, Simpsonville Tue, Nov 8, 3:30p-4p, Berea Wed, Nov 9, 10:30a-11a, Main, Story Room Wed, Nov 16, 10a-10:30a, Augusta Road Wed, Nov 16, 3:30p-4p, Fountain Inn OWLS

Wed, Nov 16, 10:30a-11a, Main, Story Room SNOW

Wed, Jan 4, 10:30a-11a, Main, Story Room

Science Station: Roller Coasters* ages 6-12 Learn the science behind these magical machines of motion. Using basic physics concepts, build your own coaster and see how fast it can go. Adult caregiver required.

Registration opens 1 month prior.

Fri, Nov 4, 10:30a-11:30a, Travelers Rest Fri, Nov 11, 10:30a-11:30a, Greer

Twilight Tales all ages Join us for themed stories, songs and games. Adults must be accompanied by at least one child.

7p-7:30p, Main, Story Room I WANT A PET

Mon, Nov 7 THE POLAR EXPRESS SPECIAL

Mon, Dec 5

Book Tasting* ages 6-11 Pokémon Party ages 10 & under Celebrate all things Pokémon through books, crafts, games and snacks. Adult caregiver required.

Fri, Nov 4, 3:30p-4:30p, Anderson 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 ERIC CARLE, STORIES AND ART/ ERIC CARLE, HISTORIAS Y ARTE

Fri, Nov 4 AUTUMN IS AWESOME/EL OTOÑO ES INCREÍBLE

Fri, Nov 11 THANK YOU!/¡GRACIAS!

Fri, Nov 18

Learn about great books through fun games and tasty treats.

Registration opened Oct 24.

Thu, Nov 10, 3:30p-4:15p, Pelham Road

ages 6-12 NEW! Join us each month for games, crafts or activities celebrating some of the most beloved children’s book series. Registration opens Nov 1.

Tue, Nov 15, 3:30p-4:15p, Taylors

Adventures in History: Pilgrims* ages 5-11 Explore the pilgrims and the First Thanksgiving through books, crafts and activities. Make a sweet treat too! Registration opened Oct 15.

Tue, Nov 15, 3:30p-4:30p, Travelers Rest Wed, Nov 16, 3:30p-4:30p, Greer

TRADICIONES NAVIDEÑAS

Playdate ages 1 month-18 months

Fri, Dec 2

Bouncing Babies participants are invited to drop in for playtime!

Mon, Nov 28, 10a-11a, Greer Thu, Dec 8, 10a-11a, Pelham Road Thu, Dec 8, 11a-12p, Main, Story Room

Bring your children/grandchildren for singing, dancing and stories.

10a-10:30a, Main, Story Room FUN WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS

Sat, Nov 5 GIVING THANKS

Sat, Nov 19

Homework Help ages 5-13 Library staff will be available to assist students in grades K-8th.

Mon, Nov 7, 14, 21, 28 & Dec 5, 12, 4p-5p, Anderson Road

EARLY LITERACY SKILLS LK • Letter Knowledge NS • Narrative Skills PA • Print Awareness PH • Phonological Awareness PM • Print Motivation V • Vocabulary

Series Savvy: Origami Yoda*

HISPANIC CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS/

Saturday Stories ages 1-5

Talk. Read. Write. Sing. Play.

Lollipops Concert ages 3-8 The Greenville Symphony Orchestra (GSO) presents this musical program featuring the GSO Wind Quintet based on A Wish for Wings That Work by Berkeley Breathed.

Sat, Dec 3, 10a-10:30a, Simpsonville Sat, Dec 3, 11:30a-12p, Main, Meeting Room A

Bouncing Babies PM V 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

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 There will be no weekly preschool classes November 21-December 30.

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

Story Time NS PA PM V 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, 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

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 3 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.

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Teen Service Day* ages 13-18 Earn up to three volunteer hours.

Registration opens one month prior.

Sat, Nov 5, 1p-4p, Main, Meeting Room A Sat, Dec 10, 1p-4p, Main, Meeting Room A

Game On: Minute To Win It* ages 9-13 Compete in a series of challenges.

Prizes awarded. Registration opened Oct 17.

Tue, Nov 8, 4p-5p, Taylors Wed, Nov 16, 4p-5p, Pelham Road

ages 11-17 Learn about holiday lights and how they work. Explore the basics of setting up a light show.

Registration opened Oct 14.

Wed, Nov 9, 4p-5p, Pelham Road Fri, Nov 18, 2p-3p, Main, Story Room

Teen Scribblers* ages 11-17 Bring your best creative writing or come to be inspired.

Sat, Nov 12 & Dec 3, 12p-1:30p, Simpsonville Tue, Nov 15, 6:30p-8p, Main, Story Room

The thrilling true story of how a group of Israeli undercover agents captured the notorious Nazi war criminal Adolph Eichmann.

The Nazi Hunters by Neal Bascomb YA 364.151 Bascomb

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When a huge alien spaceship crashes in the Midwest nothing will ever be the same for Alice or anyone else on earth in this science fiction adventure.

Dark Energy by Robinson Wells YA Fic Wells

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.

Bookmarked* ages 10-13

Tech Club: Light It Up*

read

Information and Registration*

Read the book and join us for a discussion and fun activity.

2p-3p, Simpsonville WINGS OF FIRE: THE DRAGONET PROPHECY by Tui Sutherland.

Sat, Nov 19 UNGIFTED by Gordon Korman.

Sat, Dec 10

Spa Delights* ages 11-17 Learn how to make bath and body products. Take home what you make for holiday gifts.

Registration opens Nov 4.

Sat, Dec 3, 2p-3:15p, Main, Story Room

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Mark of the Thief

by Jennifer Nielsen Overdrive or Hoopla

Nic finds himself in possession of an ancient amulet filled with magic once reserved for the Gods, and becomes the center of a conspiracy.

Pinterest for Thanksgiving* Collect ideas for Thanksgiving recipes, crafts and more.

Wed, Nov 16, 3:30p-4:30p, Simpsonville

Holiday Cards with Canva* Use this free design software to make your own holiday card.

Must have a valid e-mail address.

Thu, Dec 1, 6p-7p, Simpsonville

Unraveled: Holiday Party

International Ballet: Clara’s Nutcracker Journey best for ages 3 and up Dancers from the International Ballet present story-based performances designed to introduce children and families to the art of ballet.

Sat, Nov 12, 10a-10:30a, Greer Sat, Nov 12, 11:30a-12p, Main, Meeting Room A

Jingle Bell Ball ages 10 & under Join our holiday fun with festive stories, crafts and dancing! Adult caregiver required.

Mon, Dec 12, 3:30p-4:15p, Simpsonville Tue, Dec 13, 3:30p-4:15p, Greer Thu, Dec 15, 6p-6:45p, Pelham Road Fri, Dec 16, 3:30p-4:15p, Anderson Road

Holiday Open House ages 1 month-4 years Hear Christmas stories, sing carols, trim a tree and make ornaments.

Meet Father Christmas, too.

Thu, Dec 1, 10a-11a, Main, Meeting Room A

Holiday Cards* Design and craft cards for the holidays.

Sat, Nov 5, 2p-3:30p, Simpsonville

Happy Who-lidays Party*

3D Paper Snowflake*

ages 10 & under Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the animated Dr. Seuss classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas in true Who fashion. Adult caregiver required. Registration opens 1 month prior.

Mon, Dec 5, 3:30p-4:15p, Fountain Inn Tue, Dec 6, 6p-6:45p, Taylors Wed, Dec 7, 3:30p-4:15p, Berea Thu, Dec 8, 3:30p-4:15p, Augusta Road Fri, Dec 9, 10:30a-11:15a, Main, Meeting Room A

Get into the winter season by creating three dimensional paper snowflakes. Leftover snowflakes will be donated to the Ray Hopkins Senior Center. Materials provided.

Sat, Nov 12, 10a-11a, Mauldin Sat, Dec 3, 10a-11:30a, Augusta Road

Online Holiday Shopping* Avoid mall traffic and checkout lines while saving time and money by shopping online!

Tue, Nov 15, 6:30p-8:30p, Augusta Road

Bring a handmade ornament to swap or come and be inspired.

Bring your own yarn and needles/hooks.

Thu, Dec 1, 6p-8p, Mauldin Sat, Dec 3, 10a-12p, Travelers Rest Mon, Dec 12, 10:30a-11:30a, Pelham Road

Upcycled Craft: Holiday Wrapping Paper Swap* Get some holiday wrapping done.

Bring your leftover holiday gift bags, bows and wrapping paper to swap with someone else.

Fri, Dec 9, 4p-5p, Pelham Road

Giving Plate* A giving plate is a unique gift that is meant to be passed along from one family to the next throughout and beyond the holiday season.

Make your own giving plate to exchange with your friends and family. Materials provided.

Sat, Dec 10, 10a-11a, Mauldin

Coffee and Crafts: 8-Bit Ornaments* Make pixelated ornaments using

Do your holiday shopping at the Friends Shop at Hughes Main Library!

Celtic Echoes: Holiday Concert Take a break from holiday shopping and enjoy seasonal music performed by local musical group Celtic Echoes to keep you in the spirit!

Sat, Dec 3, 2p-3:30p, Taylors Sat, Dec 10, 2p-3:30p, Augusta Road

Beaded Snowflakes/ Manualidades Navideñas en Familia* Practice English in an informal and friendly group while doing a fun craft. Bead and twist pipe cleaners to make a snowflake decoration for your window or tree. Realice un adorno navideño para colocar en la ventana o el árbolito utilizando diferentes materiales.

Thu, Dec 8, 3:30p-4:30p, Anderson Road

fusible beads. Use a pattern or design your own. Tea and coffee served.

Sat, Dec 10, 11a-12p, Simpsonville

Pinterest for the Holidays Collect holiday ideas for DIY gifts, recipes, décor and more.

Tue, Dec 13, 4p-5p, Anderson Road

Cookies, Carols and Crafts* Celebrate the holidays with music and food and make a decorative candle holder. Materials provided.

Tue, Dec 13, 7p-8p, Greer

Ugly Sweater Party* Craft a creative, ugly sweater for the holiday season while enjoying a cup of hot cocoa. Creations will be judged and a winner will receive a $5 gift card. Decorations provided.

Bring a sweater/shirt to decorate.

Thu, Dec 15, 3p-4:30p, Mauldin

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ADULT PROGRAMS NOV/DEC 2016 Berea • 246-1695 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.

Holiday Closings Nov 25 & 26 (Thanksgiving) Dec 23-26 (Christmas)

Anderson Road • 269-5210 Goodreads: Finding Your Next Good Book Nov 1 • 11a-12p Good Eats: Find Recipes Online • Nov 10 11a-12p English Chat and Craft/Hablemos Inglés con Manualidades • Nov 15 • 4p-5p Computer Basics • Nov 16 • 11a-12p Online Shopping: Tips & Tricks • Dec 1 • 4p-5p Beaded Snowflakes/Manualidades Navideñas en Familia • Dec 8 • 3:30p-4:30p Pinterest for the Holidays • Dec 13 • 4p-5p

Augusta Road • 277-0161 NaNoWriMo • Nov 3 & Nov 28 6:30p-8:30p CreditSmart® • Nov 5 & 12 • 9:30a-1p Online Holiday Shopping • Nov 15 • 6:30p-8:30p Blogging and Writing for Social Media • Nov 17 2p-3:30p Drawing on the Right Side of Your Brain • Nov 17 6:30p-8p Mobile Device Basics • Nov 20 • 10a-11:30a Microsoft Excel I • Nov 22 • 10a-11:30a 3D Paper Snowflake • Dec 3 • 10a-11:30a Celtic Echoes • Dec 10 • 2p-3:30p A Way to Happiness • Dec 12 • 2p-4p Crack the Code: HTML for Beginners • Dec 15 2p-3:30p Coloring Café • Dec 28 • 4p-5:30p

Mitten Trees December 1-January 6 Anderson Road, Augusta Road, Fountain Inn, Greer, Mauldin, Pelham Road, Simpsonville, Taylors, & Travelers Rest Make the season warmer in Greenville County by decorating our Christmas trees with donated mittens, gloves, and scarves. Donated items will be given to the Greenville Salvation Army in early January.

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Book Club • Nov 29 • 10a-11a

Fountain Inn • 862-2576

Nov 7-Dec 9

Recipe Swap & Book Bingo • Nov 7 10:30a-11:30a Computer Basics • Nov 10 • 3p-4:30p Money Smarts for Seniors • Dec 10 • 9a-1p

All Library Locations

Greer • 877-8722

Help us collect 200 lbs. of food at each library location!

Unraveled • Nov 3, 17 & Dec 1, 15 • 10a-12p Coloring Café • Nov 9 & Dec 7 • 7p-8p Mandala Stones • Nov 15 • 6:30p-8p Cookies, Carols and Crafts • Dec 13 • 7p-8p

Main • 527-9293 Microsoft Office • Nov 3 & Dec 1 • 3:30p-5p Android Basics • Nov 9 • 3:30p-5p Code Club • Nov 9 & Dec 14 • 6:30p-8p Internet Basics • Nov 10 • 3:30p-5p NaNoWriMo • Nov 10 • 6p-8p Microsoft Word I • Nov 15 • 3:30p-5p Introduction to Electric Cars • Nov 15 6:30p-7:30p NaNoWriMo • Nov 16 • 3p-5p Surviving the Holidays • Nov 17 • 6p-7p Scribblers • Nov 17 & Dec 15 • 7p-8:30p Microsoft Word II • Nov 29 • 3:30p-5p PHP Study Group • Nov 30 & Dec 28 • 6p-8p Microsoft Excel I • Dec 7 • 3:30p-5p An Hour of Code • Dec 7 • 6:30p-8p An Hour of Code • Dec 9 • 2p-3:30p iOS Basics • Dec 13 • 3:30p-5p Microsoft Excel II • Dec 15 • 3:30p-5p Computer Basics • Dec 21 • 3:30p-5p Google Tools • Dec 22 • 3:30p-5p

Mauldin • 277-7397 Managing and Identifying Weeds • Nov 2 10a-11a Coloring Café • Nov 3 • 3p-4p Google Tools • Nov 9 • 3p-4p Beyond FamilySearch.org • Nov 10 6:30p-7:30p 3D Paper Snowflake • Nov 12 • 10a-11a War and Remembrance • Nov 14 • 6:30p-7:30p The Joys of Winter Gardening • Nov 17 • 7p-8p Unraveled • Dec 1 • 6p-8p Book Lover Apps • Dec 7 • 3p-4p Google Tools • Dec 8 • 6:30p-7:30p Giving Plate • Dec 10 • 10a-11a Ugly Sweater Party • Dec 15 • 3p-4:30p

Pelham Road • 288-6688 Book Talk: The Cantaloupe Thief • Nov 3 6:30p-8:30p Scribblers • Nov 10 & Dec 8 • 7p-8p Self-Sustainable Gardening • Nov 12 • 3p-4p NaNoWriMo • Nov 15 • 6:30p-8:30p 10 Easy Ways to Build Better Speeches • Nov 17 6:30p-8p Upcycled Craft • Nov 18 & Dec 9 • 4p-5p

Unraveled • Nov 21 & Dec 12 • 10:30a-11:30a How to Talk to Your In-Laws: Resolving Conflicts Dec 6 • 6:30p-8p Coloring Café • Dec 7 • 7p-8p

Simpsonville • 963-9031 AARP Smart Driver • Nov 4 • 1p-5p Laughter Yoga • Nov 5 & Dec 17 • 11a-12p Holiday Cards • Nov 7 • 10:30a-11:30a Scribblers • Nov 8, 22, Dec 13 • 7p-8:30p Board Game Night • Nov 9 • 7p-8p Unraveled • Nov 12 & Dec 3, 17 • 2p-4p Computer Basics • Nov 15 • 3p-4:30p Family History Club • Nov 16 • 2p-3:30p Pinterest for Thanksgiving • Nov 16 3:30p-4:30p Book Club • Nov 17 • 1p-2p NaNoWriMo • Nov 17 & Nov 30 • 6:30p-8p Coffee and Crafts • Nov 19 & Dec 10 • 11a-12p Holiday Cards with Canva • Dec 1 • 6p-7p

Taylors • 268-5955 Coloring Café • Nov 1 • 7p-8:30p Surviving the Holidays • Nov 9 • 10a-11a Native American Culture • Nov 10 • 7p-8p Fermenting Vegetables • Nov 12 • 11a-12p Book Club • Nov 14 • 2p-3p Celtic Echoes • Dec 3 • 2p-3:30p AARP Smart Driver • Dec 5 • 9:30a-2p

Travelers Rest • 834-3650 Unraveled • Nov 5, 19 & Dec 3, Dec 17 • 10a-12p A Way to Happiness • Nov 5 • 2p-4p Storytelling Night • Nov 10 • 7p-8p Book Club • Nov 14 & Dec 12 • 1p-2:30p Preventing Identity Theft Nov 14 • 6:30p-7:30p Caregiver Toolbox • Nov 17 • 6:30p-7:30p Coloring Café • Nov 29 • 7p-8p Preventing Identity Theft Dec 10 • 3p-4p

AARP Smart Driver*

Scribblers Writing Group

Drivers 55 and over may be eligible for a discount on their auto insurance after taking this class.

Cost is $15 for AARP members, $20 for non-members.

Bring your own lunch.

Fri, Nov 4, 1p-5p, Simpsonville Mon, Dec 5, 9:30a-2p, Taylors

Adult creative writers at any level or of any genre are invited to bring their best work or come get inspired.

Tue, Nov 8, 22 & Dec 13, 7p-8:30p, Simpsonville Thu, Nov 10 & Dec 8, 7p-8p, Pelham Road Thu, Nov 17 & Dec 15, 7p-8:30p, Main, Meeting Room A

Board Game Night* Play a variety of fun games and enjoy light refreshments.

Individuals and families welcome.

Wed, Nov 9, 7-8p, Simpsonville

Arts & Crafts Coloring Café* Join us for the fun and calming practice of coloring while enjoying warm beverages. Materials provided or bring your own.

Tue, Nov 1, 7p-8:30p, Taylors Thu, Nov 3, 3p-4p, Mauldin Wed, Nov 9 & Dec 7, 7p-8p, Greer Tue, Nov 29, 7p-8p, Travelers Rest Wed, Dec 7, 7p-8p, Pelham Road Wed, Dec 28, 4p-5:30p, Augusta Road

Unraveled: Knit and Crochet Group Improve your skills in the company of fellow enthusiasts. Bring your own yarn and needles/hooks.

Thu, Nov 3, 17 & Dec 1, 15, 10a-12p, Greer Sat, Nov 5, 19 & Dec 17, 10a-12p, Travelers Rest Sat, Nov 12 & Dec 3, 17, 2p-4p, Simpsonville Mon, Nov 21, 10:30a-11:30a, Pelham Road

Recipe Swap & Book Bingo* Come out to play Bingo while swapping recipes with others.

Mon, Nov 7, 10:30a-11:30a, Fountain Inn

English Chat and Craft/ Hablemos Inglés con Manualidades* Practice English in an informal and friendly group while doing a fun craft. Practica Inglés en un ambiente informal y amigable mientras hace manualidades.

Llame al 269-5210 para más información.

Tue, Nov 15, 4p-5p, Anderson Road

Mandala Stones* Use paint to create a beautiful Mandala Stone. Bring a large, round, flat stone.

Tue, Nov 15, 6:30p-8p, Greer

10 Easy Ways to Build Better Speeches* Internationally-recognized public speaker Brian Woolf discusses lessons from his latest book The Speaker’s Toolbox. Followed by a book signing.

Thu, Nov 17, 6:30p-8p, Pelham Road

Drawing on the Right Side of Your Brain* Learn beginner drawing exercises to expand your skills. Materials provided or bring your own.

Thu, Nov 17, 6:30p-8p, Augusta Road

Coffee and Crafts: Paper Beaded Bracelets* Turn junk mail, newspapers or magazines into beads that can be used to make a one-of-a-kind bracelet. Tea and coffee served.

Sat, Nov 19, 11a-12p, Simpsonville

Gardening & Sustainability

Book Clubs

Master Gardener Series

GOODREADS: FINDING YOUR NEXT GOOD BOOK

MANAGING AND IDENTIFYING WEEDS*

Learn how to use the website Goodreads.com to find new authors and series and track your reading lists.

Tue, Nov 1, 11a-12p

Wed, Nov 2, 10a-11a, Mauldin THE JOYS OF WINTER GARDENING*

Thu, Nov 17, 7p-8p, Mauldin FERMENTING VEGETABLES *

Learn to preserve your excess vegetables for later use. Learn about the basics of making sauerkraut, kimchi, and your own fermented hot sauce.

Sat, Nov 12, 11a-12:30p, Taylors

Anderson Road

Berea The Swerve: How The World Became Modern by Stephen Greenblatt.

Tue, Nov 29, 10a-11a

Mauldin

SELF-SUSTAINABLE GARDENING*

BOOK LOVER APPS*

Andrew Padula, owner of Padula’s Plants, presents an introduction to creating a self-sustainable garden.

Discover plants that benefit each other in the garden, and various chemical-free propagation methods.

Sat, Nov 12, 3p-4p, Pelham Road

Find good book recommendations and track your reading history using free apps and online resources.

Wed, Dec 7, 3p-4p

Pelham Road BOOK TALK: THE CANTALOUPE THIEF*

Introduction to Electric Cars* Gary Davis of the City of Greenville’s Green Ribbon Advisory Committee shares information about electric cars’ reliability, practicality and cost effectiveness. Email explore@ greenvillelibrary.org or call 527-9293 to register.

Tue, Nov 15, 6:30p-7:30p, Main, Meeting Room A

Upcycled Craft: T-Shirt Scarves* Bring old t-shirts and follow cutting patterns to turn them into fashionable scarves for the winter.

Fri, Nov 18, 4p-5p, Pelham Road

Deb RichardsonMoore discusses her murder mystery debut novel The Cantaloupe Thief.

Richardson-Moore is the pastor of the homeless mission Triune Mercy Center and author of The Weight of Mercy. Books will be available for purchase and signing.

Thu, Nov 3, 6:30p-8:30p

Simpsonville My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante.

Thu, Nov 17, 1p-2p

Taylors Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel.

Mon, Nov 14, 2p-3p

Travelers Rest Gilead by Marilynne Robinson.

Mon, Nov 14, 1p-2:30p HOLIDAY PARTY AND BOOK SWAP

Bring a favorite book to discuss and a few old books to swap.

Mon, Dec 12, 1p-2:30p

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COMPUTER WORKSHOPS

Health & Wellness

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.

Laughter Yoga*

Tech Tutoring Get hands-on practice with an experienced instructor.

See p. 2 for branch contact information.

Anderson Road, Augusta Road, Berea, Fountain Inn, Greer, Hughes Main, Mauldin, Pelham Road, Simpsonville & Taylors

FreeCodeCamp.com*

Microsoft Excel II*

Microsoft Excel I*

Learn fundamental computer programming skills with this free online resource and learn about other free resources available through greenvillelibrary.org including SC Codes, a free software development training program.

Call 527-9258 to register.

Tue, Nov 1, 6:30p-8p, Greer Sat, Nov 5, 10:30a-12p, Fountain Inn Thu, Nov 10, 6:30p-8p, Anderson Road

Use advanced features such as formatting, filtering and formulas.

Thu, Dec 15, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab

Learn the basics of creating a spreadsheet.

Tue, Nov 22, 10a-11:30a, Augusta Road Wed, Dec 7, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab

Microsoft Office* Learn the basics Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Thu, Nov 3 & Dec 1, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab

Google Tools* Explore the many free tools included with a Google account.

Wed, Nov 9, 3p-4p, Mauldin Thu, Dec 8, 6:30p-7:30p, Mauldin Thu, Dec 22, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab

Internet Basics* Surf the web using Internet Explorer.

Thu, Nov 10, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab

Computer Basics* Learn the basics of using a computer and navigating a desktop.

Thu, Nov 10, 3p-4:30p, Fountain Inn Tue, Nov 15, 3p-4:30p, Simpsonville Wed, Nov 16, 11a-12p, Anderson Road Wed, Dec 21, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab

Learn how to create and edit documents.

Tue, Nov 15, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab

Android Basics* Learn the basics of the Android mobile operating system. Bring your own Android device(s).

Wed, Nov 9, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab

Code Club* Complete code challenges, learn basic computer programming skills and get started on that website you’ve always wanted to create! Go to libguides.greenvillelibrary.org/ codeclub for more information.

Wed, Nov 9 & Dec 14, 6:30p-8p, Main, Training Lab

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Blogging and Writing for Social Media*

Take your document to the next level. Insert objects and incorporate more advanced formatting Tue, Nov 29, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab

In recent years, happiness has become a very popular subject for scholarly research. During this 90-minute workshop Life Coach Lola Bradley teaches how to muscle up a positive state of well-being and overcome negative barriers.

Sat, Nov 5, 2p-4p, Travelers Rest Mon, Dec 12, 2p-4p, Augusta Road

Good Eats: Find Recipes Online Get introduced to several recipe websites and locate any kind of recipe by ingredient, preparation time or diet restriction.

Thu, Nov 10, 11a-12p, Anderson Road

PHP Study Group* Learning PHP? Get together with other learners to help each other with coding questions.

Wed, Nov 30 & Dec 28, 6p-8p, Main, Training Lab

Learn the basics of computer programming by solving fun puzzles. No experience necessary.

Wed, Dec 7, 6:30p-8p, Main, Training Lab Fri, Dec 9, 2p-3:30p, Main, Training Lab

Learn the basics of effective online communication, develop a positive personal brand and build a following.

Thu, Nov 17, 2p-3:30p, Augusta Road

iOS Basics*

Mobile Device Basics*

Crack the Code: HTML for Beginners*

Learn to use your tablet or smart phone more effectively.

Bring your own device.

Sat, Nov 20, 10a-11:30a, Augusta Road

A Way to Happiness*

Microsoft Word II*

An Hour of Code* Microsoft Word I*

Join certified Laughter Wellness and Yoga teacher Linda Gillen for an hour of easy, joyful, childlike play for all ages. Engage in a series of short, simple exercises/scenarios to induce belly aching laughter.

Sat, Nov 5 & Dec 17, 11a-12p, Simpsonville

Learn the basics of Apple's mobile operating system. Bring your own Apple device(s).

Tue, Dec 13, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab

Learn the basics of HTML coding and building your own web site.

Thu, Dec 15, 2p-3:30p, Augusta Road

Caregiver Toolbox* Anne Fernandez RN,MN, nurse educator discusses how caregivers of loved ones with chronic and/ or terminal illnesses can create a problem solving toolkit to enhance both quality of care and quality of life.

Thu, Nov 17, 6:30p-7:30p, Travelers Rest

Resolving Conflict: How to Talk to Your In-Laws Learn practical strategies for resolving conflicts constructively so you can improve relationships and reduce stress for yourself and everyone around you.

Tue, Dec 6, 6:30p-8p, Pelham Road

History & Genealogy Beyond FamilySearch.org* Learn to use the FamilySearch Wiki and advanced search techniques to find your family ancestors.

Participants must be familiar with FamilySearch.org.

Thu, Nov 10, 6:30p-7:30p, Mauldin

Native American Culture* Discover the story of the indigenous peoples of the Carolinas through their culture, music and dance. Learn about the origins and use of the Native American flute and drum and learn basic native dance steps. View authentic regalia and crafts on display.

Thu, Nov 10, 7p-8p, Taylors

Storytelling Night: Thanksgiving Memories 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 related to the night’s theme.

Thu, Nov 10, 7p-8p, Travelers Rest

War and Remembrance*

Surviving the Holidays*

Furman History Professor Marian Strobel discusses her visits to World War I and World War II battlefields, cemeteries, monuments, and sites of remembrance in Western Europe.

Learn about the preparations for the commemoration of the 100th anniversary of World War I. Mon, Nov 14, 6:30p-7:30p, Mauldin

An instructor from the nonprofit agency, Clearpoint Credit Counseling Solutions will teach strategies for managing debt during the holidays.

Wed, Nov 9, 10a-11a, Taylors Thu, Nov 17, 6p-7p, Main, Meeting Room B

Family History Club* Explore and document your family history. Share tips and learn about available genealogy resources at the library.

Wed, Nov 16, 2p-3:30p, Simpsonville

Preventing Identity Theft William Rankin, CPA teaches strategies for protecting yourself from identity theft. Learn the most common ways information is stolen and how to monitor your own credit.

Mon, Nov 14, 6:30p-7:30p, Travelers Rest Sat, Dec 10, 3p-4p, Travelers Rest

Money Smarts

Online Shopping: Tips & Tricks

Freddie Mac CreditSmart®*

Practical advice for shopping online with confidence.

Thu, Dec 1, 4p-5p, Anderson Road

Greenville County Human Relations Commission teaches how to build and maintain better credit using the Freddie Mac CreditSmart® curriculum.

Call 467-7095 to register.

Sat, Nov 5, 12, 9:30a-1p, Augusta Road

Money Smarts for Seniors* Sara Carter and Greg Burgess, financial counselors with Greenville County Human Relations, discuss topics such as current housing needs, affordable housing options, and how to live on a fixed income.

Sat, Dec 10, 9a-1p, Fountain Inn

Learn programming.

Build the [future];

Information sessions: Mon, Nov 28, 6:30p-8p, Fountain Inn Tue, Nov 29, 6:30p-8p, Taylors Sat, Dec 3, 10:30a-12p, Mauldin Tue, Dec 6, 6:30p-8p, Travelers Rest Sat, Dec 10, 10:30a-12p, Pelham Road Seeking students and mentors | Adults 18+

sccodes.org

Holidays

Gluten-Free and Vegan Holidays

by Jennifer Katzinger Ebook

The Pioneer Woman Cooks: A Year of Holidays by Ree Drummond 641.568 Drummond

Origami Holiday Decorations for Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa by Florence Temko 736.982 Temko

My True Love Gave to Me: Twelve Holiday Stories by Stephanie Perkins YA 813.608 My

Upcycling Celebrations by Danny Seo 745.5 Seo

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NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION US POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 656 GREENVILLE, SC 29601

25 Heritage Green Place Greenville, SC 29601-2034 864-242-5000 greenvillelibrary.org

November is National NOVEL WRITING Month!

Short Story Contest • November 1-30

Adults 18 years and older are invited to submit an original 1,500 word short story by November 30. A $20 gift card to Barnes and Noble will be awarded to one winner.

Entries will be read and judged by board members of the Emrys Foundation, a Greenville non-profit that nurtures creativity in an effort to build a community of writers and readers. The winner will be announced in December. Visit greenvillelibrary.org to download an entry form or email

explore@greenvillelibrary.org for more information.

Library Write-In* Reach your goal and write a novel! Join us for fun and productive writing sessions.

Thu, Nov 3, 6:30p-8:30p, Augusta Road Thu, Nov 10, 6p-8p, Main, Meeting Room A Tue, Nov 15, 6:30p-8:30p, Pelham Road Wed, Nov 16, 3p-5p, Main, Meeting Room A Thu, Nov 17, 6:30p-8p, Simpsonville Mon, Nov 28, 6:30p-8:30p, Augusta Road Wed, Nov 30, 6:30-8p, Simpsonville

Coffee Shop Write-In Meet fellow authors, trade drafts, and work on reaching your 50,000 word goal. Bring your own laptop if possible. Call 963-9031 for more information.

Sat, Nov 5, 3p-4:30p, Exchange Co. Coffee Bar & Bake Shop 110 S Main St, Simpsonville, SC 29681 *Registration required.

The United States Constitution requires schools to respect the right of all external organizations to distribute flyers to students at school if the school permits any such organization to distribute flyers.

Accordingly, the school cannot discriminate among groups wishing to distribute flyers at school and does not endorse the content of any flyer distributed at school.

The school encourages parents to assist their children in making choices appropriate for them. Greenville County Schools

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