Oct/Nov 2015 by Greenville County Library System

Oct/Nov 2015 Newsletter Kids & Family • p. 4 Teens • p. 7 Adults • p. 8

Goodnight Greenville p. 4 Pumpkin Seed Contest p. 6

Mockingjay Party p. 7 Fall Fun p. 8 Biblioburro p. 10

NaNoWriMo p. 11

Dear Reader, I invite you to block out time on your calendars for some fun-filled learning opportunities during October and November, brought to you by your Greenville County Library System. October is National Fire Safety Month and getting to meet local firefighters and their firetrucks is always an exciting experience for the little ones. If that’s not enough of a thrill, how about the chance to hang out with one of my favorite characters, Pete the Cat? The always popular Greenville Symphony Lollipops concerts delight and entertain all family members. We’re excited to be working with The International Ballet for the first time as they present a special story time based on The Nutcracker. Teens and adults alike can enjoy an evening with Edgar Allen Poe presented by Larry Bounds. Follow that program up the next night with a performance by Valentine Wolfe, playing Victorian chamber metal music devoted to the mysterious afterlife of Edgar Allan Poe. We are grateful to the Master Gardeners for sharing their expertise on such topics as bulbs, permaculture design and winter gardening. To get the true story behind Mister Owita’s Guide to Gardening, come hear Richard Wall. In celebration of National Novel Writing Month, we have a series of programs that can put you on the fast track if you’re ready to become an author. Oh, and don’t forget the Friends of the Library ginormous used book sale Oct. 23-25. What a great place to start your holiday shopping! Enjoy the autumn leaves,

Beverly James Executive Director

Oct/Nov 2015 BOARD OF TRUSTEES Mr. Joe L. Allen, Chair Mr. Chace Campbell, Vice-Chair Mr. Doug Churdar Mr. Robert Clark Mr. S. Allan Hill Mr. Tommy Hughes Mr. Dick Jensen Mrs. Glenda Julian Mrs. Deryl Paradis Mr. Joe Poore, Treasurer

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Beverly James bjames@greenvillelibrary.org

MISSION To champion literacy, inspire learning and foster community connection.

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 Jill Cornwell, ADA Coordinator, at 527-9240 or adacoordinator@ greenvillelibrary.org.

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 a Cindy Frellick para más información: 242-5000 ext. 2634. 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 Cindy Frellick at 242-5000 ext. 2634 for more information.

ABOUT THIS NEWSLETTER 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.

QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS ABOUT OUR NEWSLETTER? Email us at communications@greenvillelibrary.org.

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ALL PROGRAMS ARE FREE UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. PARK FREE AT HUGHES MAIN LIBRARY ON HERITAGE GREEN IN DOWNTOWN GREENVILLE EVENINGS AND WEEKENDS.

Holiday Closings Thu, Nov 26 & Fri, Nov 27 (Thanksgiving)

In the Community

Great Books. Great Deals. SEMI-ANNUAL SALE Fri, Oct 23 • 3p-8p* Sat, Oct 24 • 10a-5p | Open to the public Sun, Oct 25 • 1p-5p | Additional 50% off FIRST THURSDAY* Oct 1, Nov 5 & Dec 3, 9a-12p

Harvest Hope Food Bank Food Drive Mon, Nov 2 Through Mon, Nov 30 Augusta Road, Berea, Main, Mauldin, Pelham Road, Simpsonville, Travelers Rest Help us reach our goal of collecting 200 lbs. of food at each of these library locations before the holidays!

*Friends members only. Memberships available for purchase at the door. Memberships also available online at greenvillelibrary.org.

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 Augusta Road • Ramsey Family Branch 100 Lydia Street, Greenville 29605 augustaroad@greenvillelibrary.org 864-277-0161 Berea • Sarah Dobey Jones Branch 111 N Highway 25 Bypass, Greenville 29617 berea@greenvillelibrary.org • 864-246-1695 Fountain Inn • Kerry Ann Younts Culp Branch 311 N Main Street, Fountain Inn 29644 fountaininn@greenvillelibrary.org • 864-862-2576

Merovan Center, 1200 Woodruff Road Suite E-2 (Across from Kohl’s)

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

HUGHES MAIN LIBRARY Visit greenvillelibrary.org or call 527-9258 for more information about Book a Librarian or to schedule an appointment.

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 Bookmobile • 864-527-9252 Visit greenvillelibrary.org for schedule of stops.

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Hours Hughes Main Library Mon-Fri • 9:00a-9:00p Sat • 9:00a-6:00p Sun • 2:00p-6:00p Branches Mon-Thu • 9:00a-9:00p Fri-Sat • 9:00a-6:00p

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KIDS & FAMILY PROGRAMS OCT/NOV 2015 AUGUSTA ROAD • 277-0161 Oct 1, 8, 15, 22, Nov 5, 12, 19 Story Time | 10a-10:30a Oct 29 | Spooktacular Stories 10a-10:30a

BEREA • 246-1695 Oct 6, 13, Nov 3, 10, 17 | Story Time 10:30a-11a Oct 20 | Firefighters & Fire Trucks 10:30a-11a Oct 27 | Spooktacular Stories 10:30a-11a

GREER • 877-8722 Oct 5, 12, 19, 26, Nov 2, 9, 16 Mother Goose on the Loose 10a-10:30a Oct 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov 3, 10, 17 Story Time | 10a-10:30a & 11a-11:30a Oct 16 & Nov 13 | Science Station 10:30a-11:30a

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MAULDIN • 277-7397 Oct 5, 12, Nov 2, 9, 16 | Story Time 10a-10:30a Oct 12, Nov 9 | Mini-Makers 3:30p-4p Oct 19 | Firefighters & Fire Trucks 10a-10:30a Oct 26 | Spooktacular Stories 10a-10:30a

Find our program listings online at greenvillelibrary.org.

GOODNIGHT GREENVILLE STORY TIME SPECIAL Join us for stories and songs. Listen as Dr. Joe Maurer reads his book, Goodnight Greenville. At the conclusion of the program, meet illustrator Joseph Bradley and have your book signed by Dr. Maurer. Mon, Nov 2, 10:30a-11a, Travelers Rest Replaces Story Time at this branch. Mon, Nov 9, 10a-10:30a, Main, Meeting Room A Replaces 10a Musical Jamboree and 11a Toddler Tales.

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 Thu, Nov 26 and Fri, Nov 27 (Thanksgiving)

READ FOR THE RECORD Join Jumpstart’s Read for the Record on Oct 22 and read Not Norman: A Goldfish Story by Kelly Bennett as part of the world’s largest shared reading experience. Visit readfortherecord.org for more information about this campaign and to register.

SENSORY STORY TIME Monthly story time for children with special needs and their families. Please let us know in advance how we can accommodate your child or group. Call 527-9248 or email

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

SensoryStoryTime@greenvillelibrary.org.

CANDY Sat, Oct 10, 10a-10:30a, Main, Story Room

COWBOYS Fri, Oct 2, 10a-10:45a, Simpsonville Fri, Oct 16, 10a-10:45a, Main, Story Room

HALLOWEEN Sat, Oct 24, 10a-10:30a, Main, Story Room Children may dress in costume.

PUMPKINS Fri, Nov 6, 10a-10:45a, Simpsonville Fri, Nov 20, 10a-10:45a, Main, Story Room

TRAVEL Sat, Nov 7, 10a-10:30a, Main, Story Room

MINI-MAKERS Listen to a story. Create items using your imagination and provided materials. Ages 2-5 with an adult caregiver. HARVEST Mon, Oct 5, 3:30p-4p, Simpsonville Mon, Oct 12, 3:30p-4p, Mauldin Wed, Oct 21, 10:30a-11a, Main, Story Room ELVES & FAIRIES Wed, Oct 7, 10:30a-11a, Main, Story Room

e OWLS Wed, Oct 14, 10:30a-11a, Main, Story Room PUMPKINS Wed, Oct 28, 10:30a-11a, Main, Story Room GET MOVING Mon, Nov 2, 3:30p-4p, Simpsonville Mon, Nov 9, 3:30p-4p, Mauldin Wed, Nov 11, 10:30a-11a, Main, Story Room SQUIRRELS Wed, Nov 4, 10:30a-11a, Main, Story Room FAMILY Wed, Nov 18, 10:30a-11a, Main, Story Room HAPPY BIRTHDAY, PELHAM ROAD BRANCH! Wed, Oct 7, 10a-10:30a & 11a-11:30a, Pelham Road Come celebrate the branch’s 25th birthday with stories, songs and games! Children may dress in costume. Ages 5 and under.

Weekly preschool programs end Saturday, November 21 and resume Monday, January 4. Due to space limitations, many scheduled story times and special programs 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 to attend a program will not be admitted.

Early Literacy Skills FAMILY Sat, Nov 21, 10a-10:30a, Main, Story Room FIREFIGHTERS & FIRE TRUCKS October is National Fire Safety Month. Meet real firefighters and see a real fire truck. Firefighters and fire truck will not be available if a fire emergency occurs. Mon, Oct 19, 10a-10:30a, Main, Story Room (Replaces 10a Musical Jamboree and 11a Toddler Tales) Mon, Oct 19, 10a-10:30a, Mauldin Mon, Oct 19, 10:30a-11a, Travelers Rest Tue, Oct 20, 10:30a-11a, Berea Wed, Oct 21, 10a-10:30a & 11a-11:30a, Pelham Road Wed, Oct 21, 3:30p-4p, Fountain Inn Thu, Oct 22, 10a-10:30a & 11a-11:30a, Simpsonville Fri, Oct 23, 10a-10:30a, Taylors IMAGINE THAT!: EXPLORING THE EARTH Fri, Oct 23, 11a-12p, Main, Story Room Join us for hands-on experiences with multiple mediums. Ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver. Maximum of 2 children per adult caregiver. No groups. Registration required and opens Oct 9. SPOOKTACULAR STORIES Join us for spooky stories and songs. Children may dress in costume. Ages 5 and under. Mon, Oct 26, 10a-10:30a, Mauldin Mon, Oct 26, 10:30a-11a, Travelers Rest Tue, Oct 27, 10:30a-11a, Berea

LK • Letter Knowledge NS • Narrative Skills PA • Print Awareness PH • Phonological Awareness PM • Print Motivation V • Vocabulary Wed, Oct 28, 10a-10:30a & 11a-11:30a, Pelham Road Wed, Oct 28, 10:30a-11a, Fountain Inn Thu, Oct 29, 10a-10:30a, Augusta Road Thu, Oct 29, 10a-10:30a & 11a-11:30a, Simpsonville Fri, Oct 30, 10a-10:30a, Taylors BOUNCING BABIES: BOO BASH Babies up to 18 months and their caregivers are invited to a special Halloween celebration featuring stories, songs and finger plays. Prizes will be awarded for the best baby and adult costumes! Due to space limitations, we cannot accommodate groups. Tue, Oct 27, 10a-10:30a, Pelham Road Tue, Oct 27, 10a-10:30a, Simpsonville Wed, Oct 28, 10a-10:30a, Travelers Rest Thu, Oct 29, 10:30a-11a, Taylors Thu, Oct 29, 11a-11:30a, Main, Story Room

Upcoming HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE Tue, Dec 1, 10a-11a, Main, Meeting Room A Ages 1 month-4 years with an adult caregiver.

Weekly Programs BOUNCING BABIES PM V Stories, rhymes, music and bouncing games for babies 1 month-18 months with an adult caregiver. Tuesdays, 10a, Pelham Road Tuesdays, 10a, Simpsonville Tuesdays, 11a, Main, Story Room Wednesdays, 10a, Travelers Rest Thursdays, 10:30a, Taylors Thursdays, 11a, Main, Story Room MOTHER GOOSE ON THE LOOSE PH PM V Rhymes, rhythm and fun for babies 1 month-24 months with an adult caregiver. Maximum of 3 children per adult caregiver. No groups. Attendance is limited to 40 per program. Get an admission ticket at the desk. Mondays, 10a, Greer Wednesdays, 10a & 11a, Simpsonville MUSICAL JAMBOREE PH PM V Explore children's literature using music, song and dance. For children ages 18 months-4 years. Mondays & Thursdays, 10a, Main, Story Room STORY TIME NS PA PM V 30 minutes of stories, music and games for preschool children. Mondays, 10a, Mauldin Mondays, 10:30a, Travelers Rest Tuesdays, 10a & 11a, Greer Tuesdays, 10:30a, Berea Wednesdays, 10a & 11a, Pelham Road Wednesdays, 10:30a, Fountain Inn Thursdays, 10a, Augusta Road Thursdays, 10a & 11a, Simpsonville Fridays, 10a, Taylors 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

SENSORY STORY TIME: CHRISTMAS FRIENDS Fri, Dec 4, 10a-10:45a, Simpsonville

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TRAINS DAY Sat, Oct 10, 10a-4p, Main, Meeting Rooms A-C See working model trains on a 16x34 ft. layout and run Thomas the Tank Engine on a small layout. Call 527-9258 for more information.

PUMPKIN SEED CONTEST Oct 1-30, Taylors Guess how many seeds are in the pumpkin. The person whose guess is closest without going over wins the prize! Ages 12 and under. One entry per person per day. In the event of a tie, names will be entered into a drawing.

CREATION STATION: LEGO® MOVIE MAKER Tue, Oct 20, 3:30p-4:30p, Main, Story Room Use LEGO® bricks to create your own stop motion video. Participants must have an email address and are encouraged to bring their own LEGO® mini figures. Ages 6-12 with an adult caregiver. Registration required and opens Oct 1. Call 527-9248. GET GOOSEBUMPS Mon, Oct 26, 3:30p-4:30p, Fountain Inn Join us for games, trivia and a scavenger hunt based on events in the Goosebumps series. Ages 7-11. Registration required. LOLLIPOPS CONCERTS Greenville Symphony Orchestra presents these musical programs featuring Katy Dey on viola and the book Ricky’s Spooky House.

STORYBOOK PUMPKIN PATCH Oct 5-Nov 2, Anderson Road, Berea, Fountain Inn, Greer, Mauldin, Main (Children’s Area), Simpsonville,Taylors and Travelers Rest We’re growing a storybook pumpkin patch and we need your help! Decorate a pumpkin like one of your favorite storybook characters and “plant” it at one of our participating locations. Each entry will receive a lighted star. • No carving, cutting or poking holes in pumpkins. • Pumpkins may be decorated with paint, colored markers, yarn, pipe cleaners, etc. • Pumpkins must be 18” in circumference or smaller. • Put your name on the bottom of the pumpkin. • Deteriorating pumpkins will be discarded. • Pumpkins not picked up by 4p on Nov 2 will be discarded.

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Sat, Oct 31, 10a-10:30a, Simpsonville Sat, Oct 31, 11:30a-12p, Main, Meeting Room A TOP SECRET: A SPY PARTY Wed, Nov 11, 3:30p-4:15p, Pelham Road Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to come to the library for special spy training! Ages 5-12. Registration required and opens Oct 19. MINECRAFT MAKERS Fri, Nov 13, 4p-5p, Main, Meeting Room A Join us for hands-on activities and group online play with Minecraft Pocket edition. Ages 6-12. Registration required and opens Oct 16. Call 527-9248. PEANUTS CELEBRATION Mon, Nov 30, 3:30p-4:30p, Fountain Inn Bring the whole family and join us as we celebrate Snoopy and the Peanuts gang with games, crafts and more. Registration required.

Crafts CRAFTIME Hear a story and make a related craft. For ages 5-11. Ages 5-10 with an adult caregiver. PAINT YOUR OWN PUMPKIN Bring $1 or your own miniature sized pumpkin. Dress for mess. Decorative supplies provided. Registration required and opens Oct 1. Mon, Oct 5, 3:30p-4:15p, Travelers Rest Thu, Oct 15, 3:30p-4:15p, Simpsonville Thu, Oct 22, 3:30p-4:15p, Main, Story Room GOING BATTY Thu, Oct 22, 3:30p-4:15p, Fountain Inn Registration required.

PETE THE CAT PARTY! Fri, Oct 23, 3:30p-4:15p, Main, Meeting Room A Join us for Pete the Cat stories, songs and activities. Meet Pete, too! All ages.

RECYCLED ROBOTS Registration required and opens Nov 2. Mon, Nov 9, 3:30p-4:15p, Travelers Rest Thu, Nov 19, 3:30p-4:15p, Simpsonville Thu, Nov 19, 3:30p-4:15p, Main, Story Room OWLS Thu, Nov 12, 3:30p-4:15p, Fountain Inn Registration required.

Homeschool Programs SCIENCE STATION: LEGO® SIMPLE MACHINES Use LEGO® bricks to create simple machines. Ages 8-12. Registration required and opened Sep 12. Fri, Oct 2, 10:30a-11:30a Travelers Rest Fri, Oct 16, 10:30a-11:30a, Greer INTRODUCTION TO POWERPOINT AND WORD 2013 Tue, Oct 6, 9a-12:30p, Taylors Join us for this introduction to two of the most widely used Microsoft Office products. Ages 7-11. Registration required.

STORYTIME BALLET: CLARA’S NUTCRACKER JOURNEY Join dancers from the International Ballet as they showcase a sneak peek of Clara’s journey from her living room at Christmastime to the enchanted Land of the Sweets! Best for ages 3 and up. Sat, Nov 14, 10a-10:30a, Simpsonville Sat, Nov 14, 11:30a-12p, Main, Meeting Room A

SCIENCE STATION: ROLLER COASTERS Learn about physics while building paper roller coasters. Ages 8-12. Registration required and opens Oct 2. Fri, Nov 6, 10:30a-11:30a, Travelers Rest Fri, Nov 13, 10:30a-11:30a, Greer

Kids & Family Storytimes BILINGUAL STORY TIME/ CUENTOS BILINGÜES 6p-6:45p, Main, Story Room Enjoy a 45-minute English/ Spanish story time for all ages. Cuentos bilingües que durarán 45 minutos en inglés y español para todas las edades. Llame al 242-5000 ext. 2634 para más información. CALLING ALL FIREFIGHTERS! ¡QUE VENGAN LOS BOMBEROS! Fri, Oct 2 OPPOSITES/LOS OPUESTOS Fri, Oct 9 MUCH MUSIC/MUCHA MÚSICA Fri, Oct 16 BEARS/LOS OSOS Fri, Oct 23 DAY OF THE DEAD EL DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS Fri, Oct 30 SHAPES LAS FORMAS GEOMÉTRICAS Fri, Nov 6 MICE!/¡RATONES! Fri, Nov 13 MY FAMILY TREE MI ÁRBOL GENEALÓGICO Fri, Nov 20

TWILIGHT TALES All ages welcome. Children may wear pajamas. Adults must be accompanied by at least one child. MS. LISA’S PUPPET BOX Mon, Oct 5, 7p-7:30p, Main, Story Room Listen to stories and songs told by Ms. Lisa's and her puppets. Make a puppet to take home. SHADOW SCIENCE Mon, Nov 2, 7p-7:30p, Main, Story Room Join us for shadow stories and songs followed by a STEAM craft and science activities about light and shadow.

Programs at Main: Email teenlibrarian@greenvillelibrary.org or call 527-9248. 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. Find our program listings online at greenvillelibrary.org.

Community Service TEEN SERVICE DAY Earn up to three volunteer hours. Ages 13-18. Registration required. Sat, Oct 3, 1p-4p, Main, Meeting Room A Sat, Oct 17, 11a-2p, Simpsonville Registration opened Sep 3. Sat, Nov 7, 1p-4p, Main, Meeting Room A Sat, Nov 21, 11a-2p, Simpsonville Registration opens Oct 5.

Upcoming BILINGUAL STORY TIME: CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS/ TRADICIONES NAVIDEÑAS Fri, Dec 4, 6p-6:45p, Main, Story Room TWILIGHT TALES: HOLIDAYS AROUND THE WORLD Mon, Dec 7, 7p-7:30p, Main, Story Room

Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center The perfect project for your rainy day. Learn how to crochet, play guitar, make prints, design your garden, collect stamps, make candles, decorate a cake and more.

Literary Reference Center Detailed information on the most studied authors including biographies, interviews, criticism, plot summaries and full-text articles from over 300 Literary journals.

Hobbies TEEN GAME TIME Mondays, Oct 5-Nov 30, 4:30p-5:30p, Anderson Road Choose from a variety of games. Ages 13 and up. LEVEL UP @ THE LIBRARY Sat, Oct 17 & Nov 21, 3p-5p, Travelers Rest Join us for an afternoon of roleplaying card games. Bring your own deck of cards for Pokemon, Magic the Gathering, and/or Yu-Gi-Oh. TEEN SCRIBBLERS Bring your best creative writing or come and be inspired. Tue, Oct 27 & Nov 24, 6:30p-8p, Main, Story Room Sat, Oct 31, 12p-1:30p, Simpsonville GOOSEBUMPS AND GOODIES! Sat, Oct 31, 10a-11a, Augusta Road Join us for writing activities and a craft inspired by R.L. Stine's Goosebumps series. Sweet treats too. Ages 10-14. Registration required and opens Oct 1.

THE HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY PARTY Sat, Nov 14, 2p-3p, Simpsonville Celebrate the release of Mockingjay: Part Two with us. Enjoy themed snacks and participate in games and activities with a chance to win prizes. Theme-based costumes are welcome. Ages 13-18. Registration required and opens Oct 14.

Homeschool Programs INTRODUCTION TO POWERPOINT AND WORD 2013 Wed, Oct 7, 9a-12:30p, Taylors Join us for this introduction to two of the most widely used Microsoft Office products. Ages 12-16. Registration required. TECH CLUB: CODE ACADEMY Fri, Oct 16, 2p-3:30p, Main, Training Lab Learn code needed to create websites. Ages 11-17. Registration required and opened Sep 14. TECH CLUB: SKETCH UP Fri, Nov 20, 2p-3:30p, Main, Training Lab Learn to create 3D structures and landscapes like those used as settings in video games. Ages 11-17. Registration required and opens Oct 12.

Upcoming TEEN SERVICE DAY Sat, Dec 5, 1p-4p, Main, Meeting Room A Earn up to three volunteer hours. Ages 13-18. Registration required and opens Nov 6.

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ADULT PROGRAMS OCT/NOV 2015 ANDERSON ROAD • 269-5210

MAIN • 527-9293

GREER • 877-8722 Oct 1, 15, Nov 5, 19 | Unraveled 10a-12p Oct 7, Nov 4 | Seniors Morning Out: Bingo, 10:30a-11:30a

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FALL FUN CANDY CORN YARN TREE Tue, Oct 6, 5p-6p, Anderson Road Create a decorative centerpiece out of yarn and styrofoam. Materials provided. Registration required. AN EVENING WITH EDGAR ALLAN POE Thu, Oct 29, 7p-8p, Main, Meeting Rooms A-B Larry Bounds, English teacher, Wade Hampton High School, channels the spirit of Edgar Allen Poe in this fascinating exploration of Poe’s melancholy works and life. Enjoy readings from The Raven, and learn about the Dark Romantic writing of Poe’s era. Email explore@greenvillelibrary.org or call 527-9293 for more information. GHOST HOUR: TELL YOUR PARANORMAL STORY Thu, Oct 29, 7p-8:30p, Berea Join us for an open-mic storytelling night and share your encounters with the unexplained or ghostly. Believers and skeptics—all are welcome. Registration required. ONCE UPON A MIDNIGHT Fri, Oct 30, 7p-8:30p, Main, Meeting Rooms A-C Local music group Valentine Wolfe presents an evening of Victorian chamber metal music devoted to the mysterious afterlife of Edgar Allan Poe. Email explore@ greenvillelibrary.org or call 5279293 for more information. UPCYCLED CRAFT: AUTUMN LEAF JARS Thu, Nov 12, 5p-6p, Anderson Road Create festive votive holders from autumn leaves and glass jars. Materials provided. Registration required.

INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION Programs that require registration may be canceled if minimum registration is not met two days prior to the program.

HOLIDAY CLOSINGS Thu, Nov 26 and Fri, Nov 27 (Thanksgiving)

RECORD EXPUNGEMENT Thu, Oct 15, 5:30p-7p, Augusta Road Attorneys from South Carolina Legal Services present this free legal seminar followed by a question and answer session. Topics covered include crimes that can and cannot be expunged and the process for obtaining a pardon. HOME MANAGEMENT AND FAMILY TIME Sat, Oct 24, 11a-12p, Augusta Road Professional organizers Margaret Bucher and Ann Robinson shares tips and tricks for making more time for yourself and your family by creating an action file and home management binder. Registration required. AARP SMART DRIVER 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 nonmembers. Registration required. Tue, Nov 10, 9:30a-1:30p, Fountain Inn Fri, Nov 13, 9:30a-1:30p, Simpsonville

Book Clubs AUGUSTA ROAD Wed, Oct 7, 1:30p-2:30p Hidden History of Greenville County by Alexia Jones Helsley. Wed, Nov 4, 1:30p-2:30p Go Set a Watchman by Harper Lee. BEREA Tue, Oct 27, 10a-11a The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield. Tue, Nov 24, 10a-11a My Name is Resolute by Nancy E. Turner. FOUNTAIN INN Tue, Oct 6, 7p-8:30p All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr. Tue, Nov 3, 7p-8:30p Some Luck by Jane Smiley.

SIMPSONVILLE Thu, Oct 22, 1p-2p Reconstructing Amelia by Kimberly McCreight. Thu, Nov 19, 1p-2p Where’d You Go, Bernadette by Maria Semple. TAYLORS Mon, Oct 12, 2p-3p The Light Between Oceans by M.L. Stedman. Mon, Nov 9, 2p-3p The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd. TRAVELERS REST Mon, Oct 12, 1p-2:30p Lisette’s List by Susan Vreeland. Mon, Nov 9, 1p-2:30p All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr.

Computer Classes Registration required. Call 527-9258 to register for sessions at Main. See p. 3 for branch contact information. CODE CLUB Thu, Oct 15 & Nov 19, 6:30p-8p, Main, Training Lab Meet with other aspiring coders to discuss web and mobile development. Learn more using free online learning resources like Treehouse and ITPro—available via greenvillelibrary.org. BEYOND GOOGLE SEARCH Thu, Oct 15, 6:30p-8p, Mauldin Explore the many free tools provided with a Google account including document creation, personalized calendars and blogging. COMPUTER BASICS Learn how to use a mouse and navigate a computer. Thu, Oct 1, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab Wed, Oct 21, 5p-6:30p, Anderson Road Mon, Nov 2, 2p-4p, Augusta Road Tue, Nov 10, 3p-4:30p, Mauldin Wed, Nov 18, 12p-1:30p, Anderson Road

TABLET BASICS Tue, Oct 6 & Thu, Nov 5, 3:30p-5p Main, Training Lab Learn the basics of tablet devices (Android and iOS), including how to download library digital materials. MICROSOFT OFFICE 2013 Main,Training Lab Learn the basics Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

COMPUTER TUTORING Anderson Road, Fountain Inn, Mauldin, Simpsonville, Taylors Get hands-on practice in a one hour session with an experienced instructor. Learn how to use a mouse, email files, use Google, apply for jobs online, create a resume and much more! Call for appointment.

Wed, Oct 7, 5:30p-7p Thu, Nov 12, 3:30p-5:00p RESUME BASICS Tue, Oct 13, 3p-4:30p, Fountain Inn Design a resume using Microsoft Word templates. FACEBOOK BASICS Create and use a free Facebook account. Wed, Oct 14, 10a-11:30a, Mauldin Mon, Nov 2, 10a-11:30a, Augusta Road TWITTER BASICS: IF YOU TWEET, I WILL FOLLOW Thu, Oct 15, 3p-4p, Mauldin Join the fast-paced world of Twitter. Create an account and learn to tweet, follow others and use hashtags. MICROSOFT EXCEL 2013 BASICS Learn the basics of creating a spreadsheet. Mon, Oct 19, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab Tue, Nov 3, 6:30p-7:30p, Augusta Road ONLINE JOB SEARCHING Tue, Oct 20, 3p-4:30p, Fountain Inn Learn to use the computer for your job hunt.

EMAIL BASICS Learn to set up and use a free email account. Wed, Oct 14, 3p-4p, Mauldin Thu, Oct 22, 5p-6p, Anderson Road Thu, Nov 19, 12p-1p, Anderson Road MICROSOFT WORD 2013 Learn to create and edit documents. Thu, Oct 22, 6:30p-8p, Anderson Road Thu, Oct 22, 3p-5p, Travelers Rest Wed, Nov 11, 10a-11:30a, Mauldin Tue, Nov 17, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab Thu, Nov 19, 2p-3:30p, Anderson Road Fri, Nov 20, 10a-11a, Pelham Road INTERMEDIATE MICROSOFT EXCEL 2013 Learn real world applications while using advanced features such as including borders, tables, charts and formulas. Wed, Oct 28, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab Tue, Nov 10, 6:30p-7:30p, Augusta Road INTERNET BASICS Learn to surf the web using Internet Explorer.

INTERNET SAFETY Anderson Road Tips and techniques to safeguard your computer and your privacy when using the Internet.

Tue, Nov 3, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab Thu, Nov 19, 4p-5p, Pelham Road

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INTERMEDIATE COMPUTER Mon, Nov 9, 10a-11a, Augusta Road Learn how to open and save files and safely search the internet.

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BIBLIOBURRO: THE DONKEY LIBRARY Thu, Oct 15, 6:30p-8p, Main, Meeting Room A Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a screening of the PBS Point of View documentary Biblioburro: The Donkey Library. Biblioburro is the story of a library like no other. Colombian teacher Luis Soriano spends his weekends bringing a small collection of books, via two hardworking donkeys, to the children of Magdalena Province’s poor and violence-ridden interior. As Soriano braves armed bands, drug traffickers, snakes and heat, his library on hooves carries an inspirational message about education and a better future for Colombia. This event is a collaboration with POV, PBS' award-winning nonfiction film series. A film by Carlos Rendon Zipagauta. Visit http://www.pbs. org/pov/ for more information on POV. Call 527-9293 for more information on the film screening.

ETSY FOR THE HOLIDAYS Wed, Nov 11, 3p-4:30p, Mauldin Learn to buy and sell online using Etsy, including search tips for your Holiday shopping. INTRODUCTION TO PINTEREST Tue, Nov 17, 3p-4:30p, Fountain Inn Learn to use this free social media forum to collect ideas about hobbies, interests, style and more. Registration required. INTERMEDIATE MICROSOFT WORD 2013 Wed, Nov 18, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab Class covers using borders, clip art, text boxes and word art. Participants must be familiar with basic Microsoft Word editing features. Registration required.

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INTRODUCTION TO SCREENWRITING Tue, Oct 6, 7p-8p, Main, Meeting Room A Local and award winning screenwriter Geoffrey Gunn explores the writing process of short and feature length screenplay formats. Email explore@greenvillelibrary.org or call 527-9293 to register.

Gardening and Sustainability SHEAR MADNESS Wed, Oct 7, 10a-11a, Mauldin Master Gardner Ellen Weinberg discusses the proper techniques and tools for pruning to promote healthy tree and shrub growth. Registration required. SOLAR ENERGY FOR YOUR HOME Solarize South Carolina makes it easier for you to go solar by sharing information about tax credits and utility rebates available when installing solar on your home. Topics covered include an introduction to solar panel technology and finding the technology that works best on your home. Registration required. Thu, Oct 8, 6:30p-8p, Fountain Inn Tue, Oct 13, 6:30p-8p, Berea Tue, Oct 20, 6:30p-8p, Pelham Road Thu, Nov 5, 6:30p-8p, Travelers Rest IMPROVING SOUTHERN SOILS Thu, Oct 8, 7p-8p, Mauldin The poor reputation of Southern soil is partially undeserved. Master Gardener Karen LaFleur-Stewart shows how it can be improved by using some easy and affordable strategies that improve the quality of the high clay content and make nutrients available to plants. Registration required. VEGETABLE FERMENTATION Thu, Oct 15, 6p-7:30p, Taylors Learn to preserve your excess vegetables for later use. Learn about the basics of making sauerkraut, kimchi and your own fermented hot sauce. Registration required.

WINTER GARDENS Mon, Oct 19, 7p-8p, Taylors Master Gardener Karen LaFleurStewart shares information about structure, ground cover and plant selection for the winter season. Registration required. MISTER OWITA’S GUIDE TO GARDENING Tue, Oct 27, 7p-8p, Main, Meeting Room A In 2014, Carol Wall wrote about her remarkable friendship with native Kenyan and gardener, Giles Owita, in Mister Owita’s Guide to Gardening. Now Richard Wall, Carol’s husband, shares the incredible story behind the story. Email explore@greenvillelibrary. org or call 527-9293 for more information. HOUSEPLANTS Wed, Nov 4, 10a-11a, Mauldin Master Gardner Polly Powell presents a simple plan for the selection, maintenance and care of various kinds of houseplants. Registration required. BULB CULTURE Tue, Nov 10, 7p-8p, Taylors Master Gardener Polly Powell discusses bulb storage, site selection, preparation, planting and maintenance. Registration required. INTRODUCTION TO PERMACULTURE DESIGN Thu, Nov 19, 7p-8p, Mauldin Wondering what permaculture is or just want to learn how to garden naturally? Master Gardner Eliza Lord walks you through the steps of producing food and flowers while working with nature rather than against it. Registration required.

Health and Wellness INTRODUCTION TO T’AI CHI.* Fri, Oct 2, 9, 23, 30 & Nov 6, 10:30a-12p, Fountain Inn T’ai Chi and Siejaku Accredited Instructor Adabelle Rychtarik teaches basic T’ai Chi movements in this six weeks series. T’ai Chi movements are performed slowly and softly. Classes may especially interest seniors and those with limited mobility. Registration required. *Classes began Sep 25.

YOGA FOR BEGINNERS Mon, Oct 5, 6:30p-7:30p, Mauldin Certified Yoga Instructor Nancy Erwin teaches a gentle and basic sequence of yoga poses that focus on awareness of the breath and body as you strengthen and tone. For ages 12 and up. Dress comfortably and bring your own yoga mat. Registration required. EVERYONE HAS A STORY Sat, Oct 17, 10a-12p, Main, Meeting Room A Join creative writer and cancer survivor and winner of the 2015 NewLook Writing Contest, Franella Smith Obi, MFA to explore the healing properties of writing. Call 527-9258 to register. HAIR PEACE: NATURAL HAIR CARE Tue, Oct 20 & Nov 17, 7p-8p, Simpsonville Join us for this hair care discussion. Topics include natural hair care basics, history of hair care and hair products, science of natural hair, protective styles and recipes to try at home. Good for all ages. Registration required.

History and Genealogy SOUTH CAROLINA ROOM ORIENTATION AND TOUR Mon, Oct 19, 6p-9p, Main, South Carolina Room Learn to use South Carolina Room resources to research your family tree. Personalized genealogical and historical research assistance available after the class. Call 5279261 to register. WORLD WAR II AND UPCOUNTRY SOUTH CAROLINA Mon, Oct 19, 7p-8p, Mauldin Dr. Courtney Tollison, author of World War II and Upcountry South Carolina, discusses the Upstate’s role in the second World War. Book signing to follow. Registration required.

STORYTELLING NIGHT: HOLIDAY MEMORIES AND TREASURES Thu, Nov 12, 7p-8p, Travelers Rest 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 holiday memories.

Hobbies UNRAVELED: KNIT AND CROCHET GROUP Improve your skills in the company of fellow enthusiasts. Bring your own yarn and needles/hooks. Thu, Oct 1, 15 & Nov 5, 19, 10a-12p, Greer Thu, Oct 1 & Nov 5, 2p-3p, Fountain Inn Thu, Oct 1 & Nov 5, 6p-8p, Mauldin Sat, Oct 3 & Nov 7, 10a-12p, Travelers Rest Sat, Oct 10, 24 & Nov 7, 21, 2p-4p, Simpsonville Sat, Oct 17, 10a-12p, Taylors Tue, Oct 20 & Nov 17, 6p-8p, Main, Meeting Room A SPINNING AND LOOM DEMONSTRATION Sat, Oct 3, 10a-12p, Taylors Join local artist Elizabeth Zane for a fun and informative demonstration on spinning wool and simple weaving on a hand held loom. SENIORS’ MORNING OUT: BINGO Wed, Oct 7 & Nov 4, 10:30a-11:30a, Greer Join us for a morning of bingo and prizes. GUITAR BASICS Dr. John Stanislawski teaches string names, finger placement, commonlyused chords and methods of tuning. Come to play or listen. Bring your own guitar (optional). Registration required. Wed, Oct 7, 6p-7p, Main, Meeting Room A Mon, Nov 9, 6p-7p, Pelham Road

BASIC DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY Award-winning photographer Michael Lamb explains major features and icons, composition, camera care, using scene modes and more. Registration required. Thu, Oct 8, 6p-8p, Augusta Road Thu, Nov 5, 6p-8p, Pelham Road GETTING STARTED WITH STAR GAZING Thu, Oct 8, 7p-8:30p, Taylors Lee Ott from the Roper Mountain Astronomers presents an introduction to astronomy and the night sky. Learn recommended equipment and accessories for star gazers from the beginner to the serious amateur. Registration required. SCRIBBLERS WRITING GROUP Adult creative writers at any level or of any genre are invited to bring their best work or come get inspired. Tue, Oct 13 & Nov 10, 7p-8:30p, Simpsonville Thu, Oct 22 & Nov 19, 7p-8p, Main, Meeting Room A FAMILY FUN NIGHT: BINGO Thu, Oct 15, 6p-7p, Anderson Road Join us for an evening of Bingo! Prizes are awarded to the winners. Registration is required. INTERMEDIATE GUITAR Dr. John Stanislawski reviews guitar basics and teaches advanced soloing techniques. Bring your own guitar (optional). Registration required. Mon, Oct 19, 6p-7p, Main, Meeting Room A Tue, Nov 17, 6p-7p, Pelham Road ADULT FANS OF LEGO® GROUP Wed, Oct 21 & Nov 18, 7p-8p, Main, Meeting Room C Share your love of LEGO® with other enthusiasts. Bring your favorite small LEGO® creations to share or just come and be inspired. Email asklibrarian@greenvillelibrary.org or call 527-9258 for more information.

DESIGN HOLIDAY CARDS WITH PICMONKEY Tue, Nov 10, 6:30p-8p, Mauldin Learn to use basic editing tools to create holiday cards for friends and family. Bring your photos on a flash drive. Registration required.

Job Skills CHILDCARE TRAINING Lifelong Learning Center of the Greenville County School District offers this class designed to meet the SC Department of Social Services training requirements for all staff in a public or private day care facility. Parents may also benefit from attending. Cost is $15 per class. Call 355-6053 to register. Mon, Oct 12 & Nov 9, 6p-8:30p, Taylors Tue, Oct 20 & Nov 17, 6p-8:30p, Mauldin

Money Smarts FREDDIE MAC CREDITSMART® 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, Oct 3 & 10, 9:30a-1:30p, Fountain Inn Sat, Nov 7 & 14, 9:30a-1:30p, Taylors INTRODUCTION TO FINDING GRANTS Wed, Oct 14, 3:30p-5p, Main, Training Lab Find funders for your nonprofit using Foundation Center—a comprehensive funding resource available free via greenvillelibrary.org. Call 527-9258 to register. HOMEBUYERS WORKSHOP Tue, Nov 10, 6p-7:30p, Main, Meeting Room A Home loan specialists from Greenville Heritage Federal Credit Union discuss seven major steps to buying a home including budgeting for financing, completing pre-approval, understanding mortgage options and more. Call 538-4930 to register.

NANOWRIMO November is National Novel Writing Month, also known as NaNoWriMo. Starting Nov 1, participants work towards the goal of writing a 50,000 word novel by November 30. Valuing determination, enthusiasm and a deadline, NaNoWriMo is for anyone who has ever thought about writing a novel. Writers “win” by finishing their novel in a month, with notables such as Sara Gruen’s Water for Elephants and Erin Morganstern’s The Night Circus having had their origins with NaNoWriMo. NANOWRIMO PLOT PLANNING PARTY Tue, Oct, 13, 6:30p-8:30p, Main, Meeting Room A Get inspiration for writing a novel. Learn writing tips and prompts for getting started. Bring your own laptop if possible. Email explore@greenvillelibrary.org or call 527-9293 to register. NANOWRIMO INFO SESSION Learn about NaNoWriMo and get registered on the NaNoWriMo website so you can track your writing progress online. Bring your own laptop if possible. Registration required. Sat, Oct 17, 11a-12p, Augusta Road Tue, Oct 20, 7p-8p, Main, Meeting Room B Tue, Oct 27, 6:30-8p, Simpsonville NANOWRIMO WRITE-IN Work on reaching your 50,000 word goal at the library! Bring your own laptop if possible. Registration required. Fri, Nov 6, 2p-4p, Augusta Road Thu, Nov 12, 5:30p-8:30p, Main, Meeting Room A Sat, Nov 14, 11a-1p, Augusta Road Thu, Nov 19, 6:30-8p, Simpsonville

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