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MARGIN OF VICTORY page 5

SUMMER LEARNING page 6

LITERARY VINE GETS CRAFTY page 18

JULY | AUGUST 2015 RICHLANDLIBRARY.COM

from the director

Dear Readers, If you have read any of my letters before this one, you know that I am immensely proud of my profession, my hometown, and my state—all of which have made tremendous progress over the years. However, the week that I am writing this letter, nine people were murdered as they worshipped at Charleston’s Emanuel AME Church, and I am questioning how far we’ve really come.

I am quick to defend South Carolina when people make jokes about us. When we find ourselves 47th or 48th on some list intended to show that we lag in education or child wellbeing, I jump to point out areas of innovation and progress. I know our state is one with a complicated history but I also know it is filled with people that are beyond resilient and who have made it their priority to make others’ lives better.

Of the lives lost on June 17, one was that of Cynthia Hurd—a 31-year employee and manager at the Charleston County Public Library. In a 2003 interview, Ms. Hurd said the best thing about being a librarian was service—“Your whole reason for being there is to help people.” In that one sentence, she captured the reason most of us in libraries chose this work.

We are helpers by nature, and we believe we can make people’s lives better.

When I read the stories about the eight other victims, it struck me that they were all helpers.

A speech pathologist and track coach. A minster and public servant. Grandmothers, volunteers… all helpers. And by all appearances their faith wasn’t just something that led them to bible study on Wednesday night; it guided their lives.

"We are helpers by nature...we believe we can make people's lives better."

In an interview following the tragedy, SC Senator Darrell Jackson expressed a sentiment about the fleeting nature of our lives here on Earth—“All it takes is one person. One deranged person.” Yes, one person can do the unthinkable in a misguided attempt to set our state back. But one person can also help heal and change lives.

I often tell our staff that you never know when the words you speak to a customer might be the only kind words they hear all day. When the book you recommend could change the course of a child’s future. That one interaction with one customer can be life-altering.

We count ourselves lucky when someone thanks us; shares their successes with us; lets us know that what we do makes a difference. But most of the time, we never get to know our impact. We work on faith that what we do matters.

In her long career, I feel sure Ms. Hurd was that “one person” for many who knew her. I hope her family and colleagues find comfort in knowing that in helping people find answers, she impacted and changed lives.

In their memory, let’s all embody a little more of the spirit of the “helpers” that were lost to us on June 17.

All it takes is one person—

Melanie Huggins | Executive Director

DIRECTOR’S PICKS

I just finished

I’m just starting

I can’t stop listening to

You don’t want to miss

Into the Wild

A God in Ruins

All Your Favorite Bands

John Krakauer

Kate Atkinson

Dawes

Succulent Containers with Riverbanks Zoo. See page 14.

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* Footnotes The height of USC Offensive Lineman Mason Zandi. Read his interview on page 5.

The number of people who signed the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776.

The number of people who signed up for the Summer Learning Challenge in the first 48 hours.

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totes.

John Hancock and Charles Thompson

People following us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

Are you?

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Featured Staff Meredith Oliver Administrative Assistant Richland Library Main

What's your favorite thing about working at the library?

I love working with people who care about the library. Everyone wants to help you in any way they can.

It’s a wonderful atmosphere.

Describe life at the library in three words or less.

Everything is happening!

If you could trade places with one person for the day, dead or alive, who would it be?

Anna Wintour How do you think the library inspires the community?

The library is a resource to find the things that inspire you. It’s a portal through which you can explore anything.

Outside of the library, what is one of your favorite hobbies?

I write novels.

Why did you choose to work in a library?

I love what the library is able to do for the community. I always want to work somewhere that I believe improves the world.

What is your most memorable library experience?

I remember going to the school

How does your job make the library better?

library in elementary school to

I work on a lot of details behind the

finish my class work as fast as possible

scenes that facilitate the directors’ jobs.

so I could sit and read.

get books. My goal was always to

We’re In Your Neighborhood locations & hours

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Main | 799-9084 Children’s Room | 929-3434 1431 Assembly St., Columbia 29201 Mon. - Thurs. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Sun. 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Ballentine | 781-5026 1321 Dutch Fork Rd., Irmo 29063 Mon. - Thurs. 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

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Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Cooper | 787-3462 5317 North Trenholm Rd., Columbia 29206 Mon. - Thurs. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Eastover | 353-8584 608 Main St., Eastover 29044 Mon. - Thurs. 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

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Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

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Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Sandhills | 699-9230 1 Summit Parkway at Clemson Rd., Columbia 29229 Mon. - Thurs. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Southeast | 776-0855 7421 Garners Ferry Rd., Columbia 29209 Mon. - Thurs. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Sun. 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.

St. Andrews | 772-6675 2916 Broad River Rd., Columbia 29210 Mon. - Thurs. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Sun. 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.

UPCOMING CLOSINGS All locations will be closed Friday, July 3, Saturday, July 4 and Sunday, July 5 for Independence Day.

BOARD MEETINGS Foundation: Noon, Wednesday, August 26

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Wheatley | 799-5873 931 Woodrow St., Columbia 29205 Mon., Wed., Fri., Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Tues., Thurs. 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Richland Library at EdVenture 211 Gervais St., Columbia 29201 Tues. - Sat. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Sun. Noon - 5 p.m.

Margin of Victory In the huddle with USC Offensive Tackle Mason Zandi

Name: Mason Zandi Hometown: Chapin, SC Position: Offensive Tackle Major: Political Science Dream Job: Pro Football Player or Lobbyist We’re a library, so of course we have to ask, do you have a library card (Richland or otherwise)?

We have a great library on campus—the Thomas Cooper—so our Carolina Card is kind of like a library card. We can go in there 24 hours a day and check out any book we need.

Do you prefer a book or an eBook?

Now days I’m considered old school. I like the traditional printed text. The smell of a book is always really nice compared to an ebook.

Between football commitments and school, how do you stay motivated in the classroom?

A lot of my family never had the opportunity to go to college. I feel like doing my homework and studying is doing right by my family. Having the opportunity to make them proud is what really motivates me.

Last song you’re listening to when you step off the bus before a game?

Oh man…I listen to a lot. Crazytown by Jason Aldean.

What’s your favorite venue to play in besides Williams-Brice Stadium?

What’s your favorite…

My favorite place to play this past season was at Auburn.

Their stadium is kind of set up like ours, and their fans are pretty good (but not as good as ours). That place was just electric the night we played them.

Book: The Old Man and the Sea Movie: Saving Private Ryan Video Game: Destiny and FIFA

What’s more nerve racking—taking the field on game day or taking the field at the library?

What’s the best part about participating in Pigskin Poets? …the same way an athlete can inspire a young child to play a sport, I think we can also use that to inspire them in education, reading and growing as an individual.

I guess the first time, it’s more nerve racking to go to Pigskin Poets. You just don’t know what to expect.

Whereas with football your coaches have trained you for hours and hours on end as to what to expect in a game situation. With kids anything can happen.

What’s your most memorable moment on the field?

Was there anyone in your life who inspired a love of reading or learning?

I had a third grade teacher named Miss Taylor at Lake Murray Elementary School. Growing up I struggled with math and she really inspired me to learn and drove my passion behind it. She was the first teacher I had that equated sports to education—especially math.

Speaking of learning, are you learning any new plays or formations this summer?

You know the Head Ball Coach always likes to pepper some stuff in. Right now I’m really focusing on knowing the basics and knowing our scheme as best as possible.

Meet Mason at Pigskin Poets 3 p.m., July 24 Carolina Volleyball Center 1051 Blossom St., Columbia

Well, anytime you beat Clemson. One of the most memorable times in my career was when we played Missouri and went into double overtime. The guys just really fought it out and toughed it out and our coaches did a heck of a job putting us in a great position to succeed in that game.

What two things that have nothing to do with football do you like to do?

Off the field I like to stay active. I’m an outdoorsman.

I do everything outdoors—fishing, hunting— anything of that nature. I also recently picked up golf.

Golf? So just how far can a 6’9" offensive tackle drive a golf ball?

If I can get a hold of it—that’s the big thing, actually hitting the ball—I think the furthest I’ve hit was about 315 or 317 yards.

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summer learning challenge

Pigskin Poets for families

Read. Learn. Create.

Experience.

Join the Friends’ Summer Learning Challenge and get rewarded for what you’re reading, learning, creating and experiencing at the library.

How it works!

1 . Pick a Learning Goal 2 . Plan your Learning Track

Get your visors ready! Steve Spurrier’s Gamecocks are taking the field with Richland Library for an afternoon of stories, games and autographs.

3 p.m., Friday, July 24 Carolina Volleyball Center 1051 Blossom Street, Columbia

Summer Learning Challenge Wrap-up Celebrations for all ages Join your friends and neighbors to celebrate an awesome summer with games, entertainment and activities.

Noon – 3 p.m., Saturday August 8 | Eastover

3 . Start Learning!

5 – 8 p.m., Thursday August 6 | Sandhills

4 . Share freely using #ilearnbecause

With special guest Lunch Money 6:30 – 8 p.m., Saturday August 15 | Southeast

5 . Complete your Track Record and celebrate!

Visit richlandlibrary.com/summer or drop by your nearest Richland Library location to sign up for the Summer Learning Challenge and get your guidebook.

Battle of the Books Got trivia? Battle of the Books is Richland Library’s Summer Learning Challenge team book trivia competition. The competition is open to kids between the ages of 9 and 12 who enjoy reading and competing.

For more information and registration forms, please visit us at participating Richland Library locations or online at RichlandLibrary.com.

Locations and Practice Dates Main | 929-3434

4 p.m., Saturday, July 11 4 p.m., Saturday, July 18 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 29 Blythewood | 691-9806

3 p.m., Saturday, July 11 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, July 14 6:30 p.m., Thursday, July 30

Team Registration | June 1 – June 30

Cooper | 787-3462

Battle of the Books Tournament All teams showdown in a book trivia tournament.

3:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 8 3:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 15 3:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 22 3:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 29

10 a.m.– 2 p.m., Saturday, August 1 | Southeast

Eastover | 353-8584

4 p.m., Saturday, July 11 4 p.m., Saturday, July 25 3 p.m., Thursday, July 30 Sandhills | 699-9230

11 a.m., Wednesday, July 8 3 p.m., Saturday, July 18 11 a.m., Wednesday, July 22

storytimes Main | 929-3434 Healthy Tips from Nurse Catherine for all ages 10:30 a.m., Wednesdays • July 1: Sleep, Baby, Sleep! Learn about a young child’s sleep patterns and why sleep routines are so important to development.

• August 12: Developmental Milestone Learn what to expect from your baby, toddler or preschooler.

Hello, Baby! for ages 0-23 months Your baby will love storytime while increasing vocabulary, listening and motor skills with stories and songs.

10:30 a.m., Thursdays, July 2 – August 13 Mother Goose Storytime for babies Introduce your baby to the world of books.

Nurture a love of reading and develop attention span with stories, rhymes and songs.

Pajamarama Storytime 6 p.m., Tuesdays, July 7, 21, 28 & August 4 – 25 Back to School Storytime Kick off the school year with stories and songs.

3 p.m., Saturday, August 15 Northeast | 736-6575 Reading Rumpus 10:30 a.m., Thursdays, July 2 – August 27 North Main | 754-7734 Due to renovations on our building, our programming will be planned week-by-week.

Please visit us or check RichlandLibrary.com to see upcoming programs.

Sandhills | 699-9230 Hello, Baby! for ages 0-23 months 10 a.m., Thursdays, July 2 – August 27

9:30 a.m., Mondays, July 6 – August 10 Reading Rumpus for all ages Talk, sing, read, write and play as we build your child’s early literacy skills.

6:30 p.m., Mondays, July 6 – August 10 Preschool Storytime for ages 3-5 Get ready for kindergarten and gain confidence and independence in this kids-only storytime.

3:30 p.m., Tuesdays, July 7 – August 11 Say Hola to Stories for all ages Join us for bilingual storytime to enjoy songs and stories in both Spanish and English!

10:30 a.m., Wednesdays, July 8 & August 12 Movers and Shakers Storytime for all ages Get ready to move and shake, shake, shake while listening to stories, songs and more!

11 a.m., Friday, August 14 Ballentine | 781-5026

Movers and Shakers Storytime for all ages 10 a.m., Mondays, July 13, 27 & August 10 Storytime with the Nurse for families 10 a.m., Mondays, July 6 & August 3 Toddler Storytime for ages 2-3 Help your toddler discover the alphabet, numbers and other concepts while building social skills and learning about our world.

10 a.m., Mondays, August 17 – 31 Southeast | 776-0855 Hello, Baby! for ages 0-23 months 10:30 – 11 a.m., Thursdays, July 2 – August 27 • Baby Teasers, Muscle Builders activities on July 16 & August 20 St. Andrews | 772-6675 Hello, Baby! for ages 0-23 months 10:30 a.m., Thursdays, July 2 – August 27

Storytime with the Nurse for families The Library Nurse is in for stories that inspire and songs that get you moving!

Books and Bubbles for all ages Join us as we make our own bubble wands, decorate a bubble jar and blow bubbles by our garden (weather permitting).

11 a.m., Friday, July 31

10:30 a.m., Wednesday, July 22

Pajamarama Storytime for families Wear your pajamas and snuggle up for bedtime stories and songs.

Say Hola to Stories for all ages 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, August 4

6:30 p.m., Wednesdays, July 8 & August 5

Music and Movement! for families It’s all about the music! Join us for a fun storytime featuring music and movement.

Eastover | 353-8584 Meet a Park Ranger Storytime for all ages Enjoy a special visit from a Congaree National Park Ranger to learn about local wildlife and Congaree’s champion trees.

10:30 a.m., Thursdays, July 2 & August 6

* please register

Family Storytime for all ages Share stories, songs and much more while building early literacy skills with fun for the whole family.

Main | 929-3434 • 10:30 a.m., Wednesdays July 1 – August 12 • 10:30 a.m., Mondays July 6 – August 10 • 9:30 a.m., Tuesdays July 7 – August 11 • 10:30 a.m., Saturdays July 11 – August 29 Ballentine | 781-5026 11 a.m., Fridays, July 10 – August 28 Blythewood | 691-9806 10:30 – 11 a.m., Fridays July 10 – August 28 Cooper | 787-3462 • 11 a.m., Saturdays July 11 – August 29 • 10:30 a.m., Thursdays July 2 – August 27 Eastover | 353-8584 10 a.m., Wednesdays, July 1 – August 26 Northeast | 736-6575 11 a.m., Saturdays, July 11 – August 29 Sandhills | 699-9230 11 a.m., Saturdays, July 11 – August 29 Southeast | 776-0855 • 10:30 – 11 a.m., Wednesdays July 1 – August 26 Brain Teasers, Muscle Builders activities on July 15 & August 19 St. Andrews | 772-6675 • 10:30 a.m., Wednesdays July 1 – August 26 • 11 a.m., Saturdays July 11 – August 29 Wheatley | 799-5873 • 10:30 a.m., Fridays July 10 – August 28 • 10 a.m., Saturdays July 11 – August 29

4 p.m., Thursday, August 6 Wheatley | 799-5873 Hello, Baby! for ages 0-23 months 10:30 a.m., Wednesdays, July 1 – August 26 JULY | AUGUST 7

for children Main | 929-3434 Art with Ashley for ages 6-8 Join Children’s Room’s Ashley Warthen for an afternoon of creativity with art and drawing.

Hands on Art for ages 2-5 Simple art fun for the very young.

Dress for a mess!

Ballentine | 781-5026 Read to a Dog for ages 6-12 3 p.m., Thursdays, July 9 & August 6

3:30 p.m., Thursdays, July 9 – July 30 An Afternoon of Stories with Donna Washington for ages 6+ Enter the fables and folktales of the globe with the captivating voice of nationally acclaimed storyteller Donna Washington.

3 p.m., Tuesdays • July 14: The One and Only Ivan

by Katherine Applegate • August 11: Island of the Blue Dolphins

by Scott O'Dell

Trains! Trains! Trains! for ages 3-5* Join us for train stories and songs.

Build a railway using our library toys.

3 – 4 p.m., Wednesday, July 8

3 p.m., Saturdays, July 18 & August 15 LEGO Madness for ages 6-8 Calling all Master Builders! Grab your friends and go crazy with LEGOs! 3:30 p.m., Wednesdays, July 22 & 29 Read to a Dog: Reading PAALS for ages 6-9 Practice your reading with service dogs who love to listen to a good story! For new readers.

3:30 p.m., Saturdays, July 25 & August 15

LEGO Madness: LEGO Challenge for ages 6-12* • 3 – 4 p.m., Monday, July 20 • 3 – 4 p.m., Wednesday, August 5

3:30 p.m., Tuesdays, July 7 & August 4 Hands on Art for ages 2-5* 10:30 a.m., Tuesdays, July 14 & August 11

Camp WOW: So Have You Thought About Being… for ages 9+* What do you want to be when you grow up?

Hear from local professionals and learn how you could get a cool job as a scientist, FBI agent or more.

2 – 4 p.m., Monday – Thursday July 13 – 16 | Southeast for ages 6-9*

It’s never too early for children to begin thinking about what they want to be when they grow up.

Come join Sylvie Golod, Business and Job Center Career Specialist, as she encourages them to explore and discover the many occupations that can embrace their personal interests.

10:30 a.m., Tuesday, August 4 | Ballentine

LEGO Madness for ages 6-12 • 3:30 p.m., Tuesday, July 14 • 3:30 p.m., Wednesday, August 19 Eastover | 353-8584 Wii Wednesdays for ages 6-12 Challenge your friends and others in a day of Wii games.

Noon, Wednesdays, July 8, 22 & August 5

What’s Blooming? for ages 3-8* Share stories about flowers and gardening, then use Play-Doh to create your own flowers.

3 p.m., Saturday, July 25 Happy Campers for ages 3-8* Listen to stories around a pretend campfire and make a special camping craft.

3 p.m., Friday, August 14

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Acting Out! for ages 9-18 Learn about acting and drama from a veteran acting coach!

Blythewood | 691-9806

TAG Team for 5th-7th graders Join Richland Library’s Tween Advisory Group to help with service projects and programs and earn volunteer hours.

The Sky’s the Limit!

Good Eats! for ages 6-12* Enjoy games, fun and delicious snacks with nutrition expert Brooke Brittain!

Sponsored by DHEC. 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, July 7

Tween Book Club for ages 9-12 Get together and talk about books for tweens!

3 p.m., Thursday, July 16

Read to a Dog for ages 6 -12 3:30 p.m., Thursdays, July 2 – August 27

11 a.m., Friday, August 7

3:30 p.m., Wednesdays, July 8 & 15 S.T.E.A.M TEAM for ages 9-12* Invent–build–create using science, technology engineering art and math.

Cooper | 787-3462

LEGO Madness for ages 6-12 3 p.m., Saturday, August 1 The Great Egg Drop Experiment for ages 6-12 Can you build a contraption that will keep an egg from breaking as we put them through a variety of crazy tests?

3 p.m., Monday, August 3

for children Northeast | 736-6575 Crafternoons for ages 6-12 Learn a new craft skill each week in July!

3 – 4 p.m., Wednesdays, July 1 – 22 LEGO Madness for ages 6-12 3:30 – 4:30 p.m., Mondays July 6 – 27 & August 10 Play it Loud! for ages 10+ Bring your friends and make some noise playing Wii games on a projected screen and tabletop games.

2:30 p.m., Tuesdays, July 7 – August 4 Hands on Art for ages 2-5 10:30 a.m., Fridays, July 10 – August 28 Fairies and Gnomes Tea for ages 6-12* Wear your fairy best or Sunday finest to a fairy tea complete with Zephyr the Fairy, storytelling, dancing and tea.

3 p.m., Wednesday, July 29 Homeschooler Poetry Club for ages 6-12 Share and write poetry in order to grow in an appreciation of the depth and expressive possibility of language 2:30 p.m., Thursday, August 13 North Main | 754-7734 Due to renovations on our building, our programming will be planned week-by-week.

Please visit us or check RichlandLibrary.com to see upcoming programs.

Sandhills | 699-9230 READ to a Dog 3 p.m., Tuesdays, July 7 – August 11 LEGO Madness 3 p.m., Mondays, July 13 & August 3

Game On: Unplugged for ages 9+ No TV, remote or electricity—just games, games and more games!

• 2:30 – 3:30 p.m., Thursday, July 23 • 2:30 – 3:30 p.m., Friday, July 31 Christmas in July for ages 6+ Design gingerbread men, snowmen, icicles and other holiday trimmings to decorate the library.

11 a.m. – noon, Saturday, July 25 Healthy Living, Healthy Eating and Zumba for ages 10+* Learn health and wellness tips picked just for kids and enjoy a fun family Zumba session!

Make something truly awesome to take home!

• July 27: Upcycle My Water Bottle Make all kinds of awesome art with a plastic bottle.

• August 10: Does it Waffle?

Can you make a waffle out of mac and cheese? Come find out and make your own wacky waffle.

3 p.m., Mondays | Sandhills

2 – 4 p.m., Monday – Thursday, July 27 – 30 Mother Daughter Social for girls 6+ Grab your favorite gal pal, put on a fancy dress and hat and enjoy a delightful morning discovering the prim and proper of tea etiquette.

11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Saturday, August 8 St. Andrews | 772-6675 Garden Like a Master: Budding Botanists for ages 4-8* Enjoy a fun hands-on adventure in the plant world! Learn which parts of plants we eat and dissect a flower to learn how seeds are made.

3 p.m., Saturday, July 11 Hands on Art 10:30 a.m., Tuesdays, July 21 & August 25 Play it Loud for ages 9-12 It’s game time! Join us for an afternoon of Wii and XBOX games.

2 – 4 p.m., Tuesday, July 28

Hands on Art for ages 2-5 10 a.m., Monday, July 20

LEGO Madness 6 p.m., Thursdays, July 30 & August 27

Southeast | 776-0855

Ride the Wind!

Enjoy the last windy days of summer by creating wind crafts.

It’s A Fancy Nancy Party for ages 6+ Wear your fancy clothes and party big like the beloved children’s book character.

Maker Monday

Under Construction for ages 3-8* Hear stories and sing songs about dump trucks, bulldozers and other heavy construction equipment.

10:30 a.m., Saturday August 1 | Blythewood

Back to School Bash for ages 6-12 Drop in all day to solve a scavenger hunt, win prizes and learn how the library can help you during the school year.

9 a.m. – 6 p.m., Saturday August 8 | Northeast

3 p.m., Tuesday, August 11

11 a.m. – noon, Saturday, July 11 Spirit Animals: The Adventure for ages 9-12 In the world of Erdas, complete the challenges and see if you are one of the spirit animals.

2 – 4 p.m., Friday, July 17

* please register

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for families Main | 929-3434

Blythewood | 691-9806 Egbe Kilimanjaro You'll be clapping your hands and on your feet with the rhythms of African drumming and dancing with Egbe Kilimanjaro, a dance troupe celebrating the culture of the Gullah Geechee community.

Puppetpalooza See your favorite shows performed by the Children’s Room puppets.

• 10:30 a.m., Thursday, July 9 • 6:30 p.m., Monday, July 13 • 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, August 5

10 a.m., Wednesday, July 22 Hampstead Stage Company: Hercules and the Heroes Let Epictitus, the mask-maker, and Ovid, the poet, take you on a journey of the imagination, as you explore the ancient Greek heroes! Follow Greece’s greatest hero, Hercules, on his many adventures as he battles mythological creatures and warriors.

3 p.m., Tuesday, July 28 Happy Birthday, Harry!

Dress up as your favorite witch or wizard and celebrate Harry’s birthday with a showing of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (PG).

2 – 5 p.m., Friday, July 31 Ballentine | 781-5026 Fold It! Join us for paper folding fun with Origami!

11 a.m., Monday, August 10

Special location: Trinity United Methodist Church, 155 Blythewood Rd., Blythewood 29016

I Scream for Ice Cream Celebrate National Ice Cream Month by exploring the science behind ice cream and making your own frozen treat!

1:30 p.m., Thursday, July 9 Cheers in the Library Cheer, chant and dance with cheerleaders from A.C. Flora High School.

10 a.m., Monday, July 13

Everything’s Just Beachy!* Cool off with stories about the beach, then make a sandy craft.

Night in the Royal Court Calling all princesses and princes! Dress in your finest attire and join us for an evening of stories, crafts and royal mayhem.

3 p.m., Tuesday, July 28

6 p.m., Tuesday, July 14

Cooper | 787-3462

Paint My Shades Block the summer rays by creating your own custom shades!

Quirky Crafts Stories and quirky crafts for kids of all ages.

• 3:30 p.m., Tuesday, July 21 • 3:30 p.m., Wednesday, August 12

Hampstead Stage Company: Hercules and the Heroes 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, July 28

Eastover | 353-8584 Hands on Art: 4th of July Blast 1 p.m., Wednesday, July 1 EdVenture at Eastover Spark your imagination and discover the power of hands-on learning with educators from EdVenture Children’s Museum.

2 p.m., Mondays, July 6 & 20

2:30 p.m., Thursday, July 16

Book to Movie Matinee See how the movie version matches up to your favorite book!

2 p.m., Fridays, July 31 & August 14 Billy Goats Gruff and Other Tales Calling KIDS and children alike!

Join us for an afternoon of goats, trolls and farmyard adventure.

2:30 p.m., Tuesday, August 11 Hands on Art: Dough Adventure 11 a.m., Saturday, August 22

Meet a Park Ranger Enjoy a special visit from a Congaree National Park Ranger and learn about some of our local wildlife.

3 p.m., Thursday, July 16 | Blythewood

Animals People Love to Hate

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Urban Wildlife: As Close as Your Backyard Learn how animals have adapted to living close to humans and how we can make our neighborhoods safer for them. Presented by the Carolina Wildlife Center.

3 p.m., Thursday, July 23 Special location: Ballentine Community Center, 1009 State Rd. S-40-286, Irmo 29063

Bats flying into hair and snakes chasing people are stories we often hear, but are they true?

Learn fact from fiction about such strange, but beneficial creatures.

City of Reptiles

Presented by the Carolina Wildlife Center.

10:30 a.m., Thursday, July 23 | Cooper

Join reptile specialist David Bookman and his City of Reptiles from snakes to iguanas.

Photos from Carolina Wildlife Center

11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Friday, July 31 | Southeast

* please register

for families

Learn Freely Fest An exciting day of learning for the whole family.

Choose from more than a dozen fun and informative sessions—make crafts, play games, get active, explore library resources, and pick up some good-to-know life skills.

10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Saturday, July 18 | Main

Music Madness Series Discover how your favorite musical act got their start, learn about their musical influences and listen to sound a-likes.

3 p.m., Saturday, August 29: Michael Jackson North Main | 754-7734 African Songs and Rhythms Join local art phenom Seitu Amenwahsu for drums, stories, songs and more.

1 p.m., Tuesday, July 21 Special location: Hyatt Park Recreation Center, 927 Jackson Ave., Columbia, 29203 Sandhills | 699-9230 Book Veggies!

Mr. McGregor hid his vegetables in our children’s books to keep them from Peter Rabbit. Be on the lookout for hidden veggies and bring them to the desk for a sticker.

Through August 31 Puppets and Stories • 6:30 p.m., Tuesdays, July 7 & August 4 • 10 a.m., Wednesdays, July 8 & August 5 Family Gardening Listen to a story inside and then visit our new garden to get your hands dirty.

9:15 a.m., Fridays, July 17, 31 & August 14, 28 Flow Circus Paul Miller of Flow Circus fights boredom with his super skills of juggling and magic in a lively comedy show for the whole family.

3 p.m., Friday, July 17

Southeast | 776-0855 Lights Camera, Action Take a break from the heat with a cool movie.

10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Fridays • July 10: Big Hero 6 (PG) • July 17: Tinker Bell and the Legend of the Neverbeast (G) • July 24: The Book of Life (PG) Family Night Bingo Bring the whole family for BINGO fun.

6:30 – 7 p.m., Mondays, July 6 & August 3 I Scream, You Scream, We All Want Ice Cream Celebrate National Ice Cream month with stories and Neapolitan treats.

Flow Circus 10:30 a.m., Friday, July 17 Super Soaker Hero Blast Join us for our end of the summer party!

Backyard heroes can meet real firemen from the Columbia Fire Department, and have a wet blast around the garden!

4 p.m., Thursday, August 13 Wheatley | 799-5873 Fish the Magish There’s lots of fun and amazement as young and old alike are bedazzled by wonderful storytelling and mind-bending magic.

3 p.m., Wednesday, July 8

2:30 – 3:30 p.m., Tuesday, July 7 If You Give a Pig a Party This birthday party will be a porker of a good time! Meet celebrity piggy “Pig Floyd” and enjoy his special birthday celebration.

2:30 – 3:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 8 Puppetpalooza • 2:30 – 3:30 p.m., Thursday, July 9 • 11 a.m. – noon, Saturday, August 29

Superhero Training Camp Let your superpowers take flight at our superhero training camp!

2 p.m., Saturday, July 11 Eastover

Karaoke Party Sing and dance to your karaoke favorites.

6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Monday, July 20 Let’s Have a Beach Party 3 – 4 p.m., Tuesday, July 21 Egbe Kilimanjaro 3 – 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 22 St. Andrews | 772-6675 Puppetpalooza 3 p.m., Wednesday, July 8 Lights, Camera, Action!

Bring the whole family for a special screening of your favorite flicks.

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for teens Main | 929-3470

Xbox Tournament Challenge your friends to a round of video games.

5:30 p.m., Monday July 13 | Eastover

Makers’ Workshop: Stop Motion Animation* Use our ReadyAnimators to create your own stop motion short.

3 - 5 p.m., Saturday July 18 | Southeast

Makers’ Workshop: Makers’ Smorgasbord* Find your Maker’s Groove and see what useful little gadget you come up with.

10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Saturday, August 15 | Southeast

Video Game Maker— Teen Tech Games wanted! You’ll go online and begin to create your very own video game.

3 p.m., Wednesday August 5 | Eastover

Teen Otaku Association There is more anime and manga available than ever. TOA is about finding the good stuff and sharing it together. We are a goofy bunch with snacks and an extra seat. Won’t you join us?

6 – 8 p.m., Mondays, July 6 – August 31 Getting Crafty Teens will learn how to create amazing hand-crafted items, while meeting new friends.

11 a.m., Wednesdays July 8 & 29 and August 5 & 12 Shadow Puppet Workshop with Kimi Maeda* With the guidance of award-winning puppeteer and theatre artist Kimi Maeda, you’ll create a shadow puppet collage that you can animate anywhere. All materials will be provided. Please register online.

3:30 – 5:30 p.m., Saturday, July 11 Press Play Teen Cinema Series Catch blockbuster movies for FREE this summer in a teens-only viewing. Refreshments will be provided, so sit back and enjoy the show.

2 – 4 p.m., Thursdays, July 23 & August 13 Teen Advisory Board: Back to School Drive Join TAB for our third annual back to school party and school supply drive! Donate and help Richland County students start the school year with new supplies.

3:30 – 5 p.m., Saturday, August 1 Blythewood | 691-9806 Blythewood Teen Book Club* Are you a teen who loves good books?

Share your favorites and learn what others are into. There’s plenty of room for you!

10:30 a.m., Saturdays, July 11 & August 8 Cooper | 787-3462 Acting Out! for ages 9-18 Learn about acting and drama from a veteran acting coach!

3:30 p.m., Tuesdays, July 7 & August 4 Teen Advisory Board Earn volunteer hours! We meet to plan programs, participate in service projects and have fun! New members always welcome.

3:30 p.m., Saturdays, July 18 & August 29

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Eastover | 353-8584 Steam Powered Summer Join us for a three part series where we will combine crafty art projects with the magic and fun of science.

3 p.m., Wednesdays, July 15 & August 12 Teen to Screen See your favorite YA book come to life on the big screen.

2 p.m., Saturday, July 18 Ready, Set, Edit Edit photos or make a short film with green screen technology.

9 a.m. – 8 p.m., Thursday, July 23 Teen Advisory Board 3:30 p.m., Saturdays, July 25 & August 22 Cupcake Wars Cake decorating and young adult literature collide in this friendly competition. Decorate a cupcake inspired by your favorite YA novel.

3 p.m., Saturday, August 1 Caught on Canvas* Unleash your inner creativity with the stroke of a paintbrush.

2 p.m., Monday, August 10 Northeast | 736-6575 Play it Loud! for ages 10+ Bring your friends and make some noise playing Wii games on a projected screen and tabletop games.

2:30 p.m., Tuesdays, July 7 – August 4

Babysitting Basics* Learn babysitting basics, including CPR, First Aid and running your own business. Participants will receive a certificate for completion of the course.

Graffiti Workshop* Want to learn how to make street style art? Join artist Amanda Ladymon of Ladybug Art Studios and learn some of the tricks of the trade urban artists’ use in creating their typography masterpieces.

1 – 5 p.m., Saturday, August 15

2 p.m., Thursday, July 9 * please register

for teens Comics Creators Unite!

Join comics author Chad Bowers (Down, Set, Fight!, X-Men ‘92) and other local comics creators for a discussion of the local comics scene, how to create and publish your own stuff and more!

2 p.m., Saturday, July 18 North Main | 754-7734 Due to renovations on our building, our programming will be planned week-by-week.

Please visit us or check RichlandLibrary.com to see upcoming programs.

Sandhills | 699-9230 Teen Advisory Board 7 p.m., Tuesdays, July 14 & August 11 Teen Screen Beat the heat and enjoy popcorn and a movie.

2 p.m., Fridays • July 10: The Avengers (PG-13) • August 7: Mockingjay, Part 1 (PG-13) Teen Game On! Drop by for an afternoon of games; PS4, Xbox, and board games.

2 p.m., Thursday, July 23

Teen Crafternoon* 2 p.m., Wednesdays • July 29: Sharpie Art Create one-of-kind book art with Sharpies!

• August 12: Upcycled Tees Bring your own, old t-shirt and create something new with no sewing required— your t-shirt will never be the same again!

Take Action: Volunteer for a Morning* Need a few community service hours but can’t make a long term commitment? Here is your chance to earn 1 or 2 hours of service while generating more content to include on your scholarship or college applications.

Southeast | 776-0855

St. Andrews | 772-6675

Teen Entrepreneur Club Do you have ideas for turning your business ideas into reality? Do you have dreams of creating supplementary income while you search for that perfect summer job?

Band together with like-minded teens and take your first steps on the road to entrepreneurial success.

Mixed Greens Mixer Richland Library St. Andrews will be working with the Arc of the Midlands which sponsors the Mixed Greens community project to provide people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) an opportunity to gain lifelong gardening skills. These kids will have their own club at the library. Join us to make new friends and learn new skills. All are welcome.

11 a.m. – noon, Mondays, July 6 & August 10 Guitar Club Bring your instrument and jam out with others or participate in an informal beginning group lesson to get you started. All levels welcome.

4 – 5 p.m., Tuesdays, July 14, 28 & August 11 Page to Screen Book and Movie Club* We’ll talk about Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins then watch Mockingjay: Part 1 (PG-13).

10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Fridays July 31 & August 7

3:30 – 4:30 p.m., Thursdays July 2 & August 27 Teen Garden Club Learn how to garden, spend some time taking pictures, blogging, growing and eating food! Regular meetings, activities and volunteer time to be earned!

4 p.m., Thursdays, July 2, 16 & August 20

2 – 4:30 p.m., Thursday, July 9 Shadow Puppet Workshop with Kimi Maeda* 3 – 5 p.m., Thursday, July 30

for teens & adults Southeast | 776-0855

St. Andrews | 772-6675

Hablamos Spanish Conversation Gathering Learning Spanish? Ya lo hablas?

Join us for an hour of some relaxed Spanish chitchat.

Everything Manga: Not Your Ordinary Book Club Do you like Japanese manga and animation? Join us and other Otaku fans to discuss your favorite manga titles, watch your favorite anime and compete in a manga trivia game for some great prizes!

6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Wednesdays July 1, 15 & August 5, 19

Chess Club Show us your mental mastery against members of the Columbia Chess Club.

Participate in a casual game or tournament.

6 p.m., Mondays, July & August

6 p.m., Tuesdays, July 28 & August 25 Panels and Pixels Join your fellow graphic novel, manga, anime, and comic book lovers for food, film, fun and fascinating conversation about one of your favorite topics.

• 3 – 4 p.m., Saturday, July 11 • 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Wednesday August 12

* please register

Aim High Join Electrical Engineer Akhter Ahmed as we demonstrate exciting science activities.

3 – 5 p.m., Wednesdays July 22, 29 & August 12, 19

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for adults

Creative Writers’ Guild Feeling creative? Bring your words to a round table discussion with other local writers for a fun way to keep your narrative skills sharp!

7 p.m., Thursdays July 2 & August 6 | Main

Tell the Truth, Tell It Slant* Push your writing to a new level.

Join us for a series of free writing workshops with Ed Madden, poet laureate of the City of Columbia and literary arts editor for Jasper magazine.

6:30 p.m., Tuesdays July 7 – 21 | Main

The Art of Memoir: Telling Your Story Do you have a story to tell?

Join local memoirist Ann Humphries and other writers to explore the art of writing a memoir.

• Getting Started Learn the difference between a memoir, an autobiography and a diary. Find your voice and start writing.

1:30 p.m., Thursday, July 9 • Halfway There!

Be prepared to critique and be critiqued with the work you have done.

1:30 p.m., Thursday, July 30 • Wrap It Up Draw a graceful conclusion, learn tips for continuing on your own and discuss publication options.

1:30 p.m., Thursday, August 13 Sandhills

Poetry Reading Open Mic Night This is the culminating event of the writing workshop, open to workshop attendees and the general public.

6:30 p.m., Tuesday July 28 | Main

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Main | 929-3469

Southeast | 776-0855

Blind Date with a Book We’d like to fix you up on a blind date!

Throughout Main, you’ll find books wrapped in brown paper with a personal ad attached.

If you like what you see, check it out, take it home and unwrap it, and then spend some time getting to know your date!

Genealogy 101 Join us for an informal discussion about genealogy. Our resident genealogy enthusiasts will share tips and tricks.

August 1 – 31 Craft Drop-In Session: Bookmarks Add charm to your reading by making a bookmark during this on-the-go craft session.

6 – 7 p.m., Thursday, July 23 One Love: A Reggae Evening Bring your lawn chairs and join us for a fun-filled open air concert with reggae band Mystic Vibrations and Richland Library Literary Resident Eboniramm and friends.

6 – 8:30 p.m., Wednesday, August 5

3 – 4 p.m., Thursday, July 23 Cooper | 787-3462 Telling Your Story: A Family History Writer's Group* Interested in genealogy? Meet with others who are researching and writing their family history for ideas and help getting started.

6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Mondays, July 20 & August 17 Eastover | 353-8584 Golden-Agers Interested in improving your health? Join us to learn how eating the right foods can help your mind and body.

10 a.m., Thursday, July 9 Throwback Thursday Enjoy some trivia, music and old school fun.

10 a.m., Thursdays, July 16 & August 13 Love to Line Dance Learn something new and practice old favorites!

6:30 p.m., Thursday, August 20 Northeast | 736-6575 Let Your Last Will and Testament Speak for You Larry Cope, Specialist in Wills, Trusts and Power of Attorney, will be discussing why a will is important for everyone. Free Notary services will also be offered afterwards.

6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Thursday, July 23 Sandhills | 699-9230 Tai Chi Improve your balance, flexibility, and coordination with this ancient form of exercise.

Suitable for all ages and fitness levels.

9:15 a.m., Tuesdays, July 7 – August 25 Other Ways to Graduate* Sign up for a comprehensive, eight week course that will prepare you to take the GED— high school equivalency test. Classes will begin at Sandhills on September 12, so call 699-9230 to sign up by the end of August! * please register

Watercolor Painting Join instructor Jeff Miller to create your very own watercolor masterpiece. No experience is necessary and all supplies will be provided.

3 – 5 p.m., Saturday, August 22 Swapping Stories Hear exciting stories from professional storytellers, your neighbors (near and far), and if you’re feeling adventurous, share your own!

3 – 4:30 p.m., Saturday, August 29 St. Andrews | 772-6675 Walk Away the Pounds Want to loosen up those stiff joints, tone up those loose muscles and maybe shed some extra pounds? Limber up those arms and legs as we Walk Away the Pounds, an exercise system by Leslie Sansone.

11 a.m., Mondays, July 6 – August 31 Succulent Containers with Riverbanks Zoo* Bring a coffee mug or a small container to make a succulent centerpiece with the Riverbanks Zoo's Education Coordinator, Amanda Segura. All other supplies will be provided.

3 p.m., Saturday, August 1 Open Mic Poetry Calling poets, singers, lyricists and musicians to express your talent through the art of poetry, spoken-word and more.

6 p.m., Tuesdays, July 21 & August 18 Wheatley | 799-5873 Jazz Roundtable Richland Library Literary Resident Eboniramm brings the smooth, swinging sounds of jazz to the library, accompanied by an ensemble group of musicians.

6:30 p.m., Tuesday, August 11

for adults Book Groups

Ballentine | 781-5026

Northeast | 736-6575

Reader’s Morning Out 10 a.m., Tuesdays

Northeast Book Group 7 p.m., Thursdays

• July 14: We Are Completely Beside Ourselves by Karen Joy Fowler • August 1: Call the Midwife

by Jennifer Worth

• July 9: The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-time Indian by Alexie Sherman • August 13: The Resurrectionist

by Matthew Guinn

Great Books Discussion Group 7 p.m., Wednesdays

Bookin’ It in Ballentine 6:30 p.m., Wednesdays

Sandhills | 699-9230

• July 8: The Stranger by Albert Camus • August 12: The Prince by Machiavelli

• July 29: The Beekeepers Apprentice

by Laurie King • August 26: The Round House

by Louise Erdrich

We have a little something for everyone!

If not listed below, please call the location for the selection of the month. Newcomers are always welcome!

Main | 929-3469

Guys Read Guys Read goes historical with Killing Kennedy: The End of Camelot by Bill O'Reilly and Martin Dugard.

Cooper | 787-3462

6 – 7:30 p.m., Thursday, July 9

Cooper Branch Book Group * 10 a.m., Mondays

Vista Book Group 6 p.m., Wednesdays

• July 6: The Kept by James Scott • August 3: All the Light We Cannot See

by Anthony Doerr

• July 22: The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt • August 26: Five Days at Memorial

by Sheri Fink Keep Me In Suspense!

A Mystery/Thriller Book Group 2:30 p.m., Saturdays • July 11: The Good Nurse: A True Story of Medicine, Madness, and Murder

by Charles Graeber • August 8: The Thirteenth Tale

by Diane Setterfield

• July 8: In the Wood by Tana French • August 12: On Such a Full Sea

by Chaeng Rae-Lee Third Thursday Book Group 1 p.m., Thursdays • July 16: In the Wood by Tana French • August 20: On Such a Full Sea

by Chaeng Rae-Lee Southeast | 776-0855

Novels at Night * Join Cooper’s newest book group for a discussion of The Ocean at the End of the Lane by Neil Gaiman.

6:30 p.m., Monday, August 10 Eastover | 353-8584 Novel People of Eastover 6 p.m., Thursdays • July 2: Queen Sugar by Natalie Baszile • August 6: River Town by Peter Hessler

Third Thursday Book Group 7 – 8:30 p.m., Thursdays • July 16: Girls of Atomic City

by Denise Kiernan • August 20: Joyland by Stephen King Brown Bag Short Story Discussion * Bring your lunch while we discuss selected short stories. We'll provide coffee and dessert!

Noon – 1 p.m., Wednesdays, July 8 & August 12 St. Andrews | 772-6675

Urban Readers Book Group Join us as we discuss Ruby by Cynthia Bond.

6 p.m., Tuesday, August 11

Second Wednesday Book Group 7 p.m., Wednesdays

* please register

Book Banter Discussion Group * 7 p.m., Tuesdays • July 14: Wild by Cheryl Strayed • August 11: Life After Life by Jill McCorkle

for parents Main | 929-3434

Eastover | 353-8584

Storytime Café Join us for coffee and light refreshments after storytime. Meet new friends and find out more about our great resources.

Chat Café Send students off on their first day, then join us to learn how we can help your child succeed this year! Coffee and doughnuts will be served.

• 9:30 a.m., Tuesday, July 21 • 10 a.m., Thursday, August 6 Teach Your Child to Read: Dyslexia Simulation Workshop for ages 6-12 and parents Do you have questions about Dyslexia and reading? Join us for an informational workshop on Dyslexia and learn firsthand the challenges that children with dyslexia face every day.

6:30 p.m., Tuesday, August 11

Morning, Monday, August 17 Southeast | 776-0855 You Are Not Alone While the kids enjoy Brain Teasers and Muscles Builders, parents enjoy an informative morning social rapping about children, family and more.

11 – 11:30 a.m., Wednesdays July 15 & August 19 JULY | AUGUST 15

for adults

*

Sew Divine Interested in knitting, needlework, scrapbooking or other crafts? Bring your own portable craft project and share with fellow crafters!

Main | 929-3469

Sandhills | 699-9230

St. Andrews | 772-6675*

12:30 – 2:30 p.m., Tuesdays July 14, 28 & August 11, 25

1 p.m., Tuesdays July 7 – August 25

1 p.m., Thursdays July 2, 16 & August 6, 20

Ballentine | 781-5026

Southeast | 776-0855

Wheatley | 799-5873

6 – 7:30 p.m., Thursdays July 9 – August 27

11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Tuesdays, July 7 – August 25

6 p.m., Every Tuesday

Computer Basics If you have a computer question, we have an answer! Whether you are a beginner or an expert, we can help. Please register online at RichlandLibrary.com.

Main | 929-3469

Microsoft Excel (2013)* Learn the basics of building a spreadsheet, creating charts and performing calculations using Microsoft Excel (2013).

Sandhills | 699-9230 Introduction to Computers I 10 a.m., Wednesday, July 15

Prerequisite: Microsoft Word (2013) class or solid Word experience.

Introduction to Computers II 10 a.m., Wednesday, July 29

10 a.m., Saturday, July 25

Introduction to Computers I* Learn basic terms, the parts of the computer and how it works. Practice using the mouse by completing a self-paced tutorial.

Microsoft PowerPoint (2013)* Learn basic skills for creating a presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint (2013). Learn to create new slides, edit text and insert images.

10 a.m., Saturday, August 1

Prerequisite: Microsoft Word (2013) class or solid Word experience.

Introduction to Computers II* Learn how to perform basic computer tasks using Microsoft Windows. Open programs and learn to edit and organize files.

Call 929-3469 to register.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Computers I or solid mouse skills.

10 a.m., Saturday, August 15

10 a.m., Thursday, July 16 Microsoft Publisher (2013)* Learn to use Microsoft Publisher (2013) to create newsletters, flyers and brochures.

Prerequisite: Microsoft Word (2013) class or solid Word experience.

10 a.m., Thursday, July 30

Keyboarding Become familiar with the keyboard and speed up your typing!

10 a.m., Wednesday, August 12 Richland Library 101 Take a guided tour of our website and online catalog and discover the many resources available. We’ll show you how to search for titles, place requests and manage your account as well as how to download eBooks, eMagazines and free music on a variety of devices.

10 a.m., Wednesday, August 19 Southeast | 776-0855

Email Basics* Become familiar using email to create, send and receive messages. Learn how to save contacts and tips for identifying junk mail.

Eastover | 353-8584 Email Basics 2 p.m., Mondays, July 13 & 27

Help Center* If you know how to use a computer, but get frustrated with certain tasks, help is here.

Personal computers welcomed. Call to register for one of our one-on-one help sessions.

Prerequisite: An accessible email account and solid mouse/keyboarding skills.

Microsoft Word (2013) * 2 p.m., Mondays, August 3 & 17

Microsoft Word (2013) 7 – 8:30 p.m., Thursday, July 30

Northeast | 736-6575

Microsoft Excel (2013) 7 – 8:30 p.m., Thursday, August 27

10 a.m., Saturday, August 22 Internet Basics* Become familiar using a web browser to view information on the internet.

Learn how to use search engines, such as Google, to find information.

Prerequisite: Solid mouse/keyboarding skills.

10 a.m., Saturday, August 29 Microsoft Word (2013)* Learn the basics of creating documents using Microsoft Word (2013).

Prerequisite: Solid mouse/keyboarding skills.

Byte Size Computer Basics* If you want to learn a computer task, help is here. Call to reserve a 30-minute one-on-one session where you will receive step-by-step instructions on tasks such as attaching a document to an email, creating a table in Excel, or adding pictures to a PowerPoint presentation.

• 10:30 a.m. – Noon, Wednesdays July 8 – August 26 • 6:30 – 8 p.m., Thursdays July 30 – August 20

St. Andrews | 772-6675 Byte Size Computer Basics * If you want to learn a computer task, help is here. Call to reserve a one-hour one-on-one session to receive step-by-step instructions on tasks such as attaching a document to an email, creating a table in Excel, or adding pictures to a PowerPoint presentation.

• 3 – 5 p.m., Mondays, July 6 – 27 • 3 – 5 p.m., Thursdays, August 6 – 27

10 a.m., Saturday, July 11

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* please register

the business & job center Main | 929-3469 Interview Practice These sessions for individuals are conducted on a first come, first served basis. Groups by appointment only.

10 a.m. – noon, Wednesdays, July 1 – August 26 Basic Résumé Help with Career Coaches A Career Coach will be available to answer your individual résumé questions on a first come, first served basis.

2:30 – 4:30 p.m., Wednesdays, July 1 – August 26 Goodwill Training Programs & Sign-Up* Learn about the many Goodwill job training and placement opportunities available to all job seekers regardless of age, background or experience.

9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Mondays July 6, 27 & August 3, 24 Career…Encore!

Monthly Networking and Support Group Share the challenges you are facing in the job hunt, obtain free workforce development advice, tangible resources and enhance your networking opportunities in a supportive and empowering environment.

10 a.m. – noon, Thursdays, July 9 & August 13 LinkedIn Basics* Learn to use this powerful social networking service with over 20 million viewers in more than 200 countries and territories to supplement your other methods of cold calling, face-to-face networking and pounding the pavement to find employment.

6 – 8 p.m., Tuesday, July 14 Starbucks Roasting Plant is Hiring!* Join a Starbucks Roasting Plant Recruiter to learn more about the employment process, current openings and what Starbucks looks for in good employees.

Using Social Media for Your Job Search* LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and other social networking sites provide effective ways for job seekers and employers to connect. Learn how to maximize results as you network, search for jobs, identify and research companies and promote yourself online.

Noon – 2 p.m., Thursday, July 23 The Nurse is IN Richland Library Nurse Catherine Horne, BSN, RN can assist customers with their health questions and connect them with area health care services. She can also help with referrals for other social services such as housing assistance.

10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Mondays, July 27 & August 24 How to Create a Powerful Resume* Join Career Specialist and Certified Résumé Writer Sylvie Golod as she demonstrates how to create a detailed chronological master draft of a résumé. This process will eliminate frustration and save you time as you then use it as a template to develop diverse, targeted résumés for different employment opportunities.

Small Business Owners: Learn to Navigate the Small Business Administration (SBA) Website The SBA website is a great online tool to help potential small business owners navigate through the many steps necessary to start a small business. Join SBA Lender Specialist Frank Anderson to learn about the many features that the SBA website has to offer!

6 – 7 p.m., Monday, August 10 Cheryl Salley, SC Small Business Development Center* Minority Business Development Manager Cheryl Salley, SC SBDC, will share valuable information about key resources to start a new small business or grow an existing one.

6 – 8 p.m., Tuesday, August 25 LinkedIn: Beyond the Basics* Are you already on LinkedIn but are not quite sure how to use this powerful professional website to your advantage? Join Career Specialist and Professional Résumé Writer Sylvie Golod for an engaging class to find the answers!

6 – 8 p.m., Thursday, August 27

6 – 8 p.m., Thursday, July 30 Northeast | 736-6575 Welcome to the Vino Garage!* Join Doug Aylard, Owner of Vino Garage as he shares his story of how he has taken a unique local business concept from a dream idea to a successful small business!

Interview Practice* Sharpen your interview skills during a practice session and receive constructive feedback from a Career Coach. Call to reserve a 30-minute one-on-one session.

6 – 7 p.m., Thursday, August 6

3 – 5 p.m., Wednesday, July 15

How to Create an Electronic Career Portfolio* Creating an online career portfolio is a good way to increase your visibility for prospective employers. Join Workforce Development Specialist Andrena King and Career Development Facilitator Rasheen Richardson as they guide you through the process using WIX.

St. Andrews | 772-6675

11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Saturday, August 8

3 p.m., Thursdays, July 9 & August 13

Resume Building Workshop with Career Coaches Career Coaches Rasheen Richardson and Randy Heath will be available to answer your individual résumé questions on a first come, first served basis.

6 – 7:30 p.m., Thursday, July 16 Understanding Your Credit 101 Join Small Business Administration Lender Relations Specialist Frank Anderson as he provides an overview of credit basics including establishing credit history, using credit wisely, how to interpret and increase a credit score, FICO and more!

6 – 7 p.m., Tuesday, July 21

* please register

JULY | AUGUST 17

support your library Literary Vine Gets Crafty Richland Library Friends raised their glasses to toast the library and celebrate American Craft Beer Week during the The Literary Vine: Craft Beer Edition on Saturday, May 16 at Richland Library Northeast.

During the event, beer lovers sampled regional brews, while tasting some of the best local food and listening to the lively sounds of The Whatever Band. Also on tap, the Columbia Brew Bus made a stop during the event, and beer expert and author Daniel Hartis held a book signing for his latest book, Beer Lover’s The Carolinas.

2015 Summer

BOOK

SALE Saturday, July 18 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Richland Library Operations Center 130 Lancewood Road | Columbia, SC 29210

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Members Only Sale Friends’ Members Only

Friday, July 17 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Not sure if you’re a Friends’ member?

Call (803) 988-0885 to check your status or join at the sale for only $25!

(803) 988-0885 RichlandLibrary.com/friends

support your library

Donor Spotlight | Joseph Walker Jr. Prior to his death in 2007, Joseph Walker Jr. established the Joseph Walker Jr. Charitable Foundation, which provided support for

Richland Library's First-Ever Report on Philanthropy Now Available

Richland Library’s Walker Local and Family History Center. Previously, a generous gift by Mr. Walker and his siblings allowed the Main Library, which opened in 1993, to feature a

Richland Library is releasing its 2014 Report on

special area to showcase local history.

Philanthropy. The first-ever publication highlights

In 1999, Mr. Walker made another gift to

the over 1,600 customers who support the library

the Walker Local and Family History Center.

and its mission to advance the community through

His son, Jamie Walker, shares his thoughts

a wide variety of resources and services.

on his father’s support of the library:

Constant innovation and improvement are at the

“My father valued education, enjoyed reading enormously and was extremely

very core of what has made Richland Library one

interested in the history of South Carolina, especially Columbia. He and his

of the nation’s finest. The newly released Report

siblings felt there needed to be a repository of local history and recognized

on Philanthropy shows that the library’s donors

that Richland Library would actively pursue a collection and make it

and supporters are invaluable to its success,

available to the public. There are many aspects of Dad’s life that I would

and the strong history of community investment

want remembered, but most of all, he was a kind man who cared deeply

is evidence that anyone can help make a great

about his family and understood the value of passing on the wisdom

library even better.

gained from his 95 years to younger generations.”

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