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NEWS from the Greenville County Library System • OCT/NOV 2011

Exploring Jewish Life in the Deep South

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Closings 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, provided that reasonable advance notification has been received by Jill Cornwell, ADA Coordinator, who can be reached at 527-9240 or adacoordinator@ greenvillelibrary.org.

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Locations Main

Hughes Library

864-242-5000

Anderson Road West Branch

864-269-5210

Augusta Road Ramsey Family Branch

864-277-0161

Berea

Sarah Dobey Jones Branch

864-246-1695

Fountain Inn

Kerry Ann Younts Culp Branch

864-862-2576

Greer

Jean M. Smith Branch

864-877-8722

Mauldin

W. Jack Greer Branch

864-277-7397

Pelham Road F.W. Symmes Branch

The library system will close at 6:00p on November 23 and will be closed November 24 and 25 for Thanksgiving. Mission: To serve Greenville County as the best provider of guided access to quality resources for information, education and leisure.

864-288-6688

Simpsonville Hendricks Branch

864-963-9031

Taylors Burdette Branch

864-268-5955

Travelers Rest Sargent Branch

864-834-3650

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OCT/NOV 2011 Library Board of Trustees Joseph L. Allen Susan Barry (Secretary) Grady Butler Douglas Churdar (Chairman) Robert Clark (Vice-Chairman) Brady Gilbert S. Allan Hill (Treasurer) Wanda Latham Deryl Paradis Mary Ellen Puls Alice Ramos Library Director Beverly James bjames@greenvillelibrary.org Creative Direction Trinity Behrends tbehrends@greenvillelibrary.org Editor Shelley Polatty spolatty@greenvillelibrary.org Design Trinity Behrends tbehrends@greenvillelibrary.org

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In this issue, we focus on the local personalities, history and stories of life in the South.

& Exploring Jewish Life in the Deep South

October 14November 18 Presented by the Friends of

the Greenville County Library System

Shining a Light on the Dark Corner

Tingling Tales of South Carolina

Jim Stehlik will discuss the folklore of the “Dark Corner” and the history of the mountains of upstate South Carolina. Call 834-3650.

Listen to local folklore and tingling tales about South Carolina’s ghosts. Crafts and refreshments to follow. Appropriate for adults and brave youngsters accompanied by an adult caregiver. Call 269-5210 to register.

Tuesday, October 4 6:30p-8:00p Travelers Rest (Sargent) Branch

Join us for a surprising cultural exhibit at your local library! Bagels and Grits unites a single photojournalistic voice with a diverse mixture of local and regional archives to showcase Jewish life in the American South. The photographic essay by acclaimed photographer Bill Aron features rich selections that explore home and community life, Jewish traditions and sacred spaces. Aron brings to life the unique subculture of Jewish migration to the South. Through a series of photographs and text panels, discover the progression of Southern Jewish communities and the South's changing character. The exhibit displays Jewish Southerners not only thriving in both small-town communities and the larger cities, but also providing a significant contribution to the Southern culture.

Bagel and Grits Discussion Tuesday, October 18 6:30p-8:00p Hughes Main Library, Meeting Rooms B-C

Join us and a diverse panel from throughout the Southeast as we discuss growing up Jewish in the South. Moderated by Devon ### of the Greenville Jewish Federation, this program explores the cultural, social and religious aspects of their Southern experience. Reception and exhibit tour to follow. Call 527-9293 to register. The Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience operates as a project of the Goldring/Woldenberg Institute of Southern Jewish Life(ISJL) based in Jackson, Mississippi. The ISJL is dedicated to providing education and rabbinic services to Southern Jewish communities, documenting and preserving the rich history of the Southern Jewish experience, and promoting a Jewish cultural presence and community engagement throughout a thirteen state region. We are grateful to our Greenville businesses, synagogues, cultural organizations and families that have contributed their time, efforts and treasures to make this exhibit possible. We would also like to recognize the historical research of our SC Room Librarian, Rulinda Price, and her tremendous work om this project.

South Carolina Room Orientation and Tour Thursday, October 27 6:00p-9:00p Hughes Main Library, South Carolina Room

Join us for an in-depth tour and learn how to locate family information in the South Carolina Room. Space is limited and registration is required. Call 527-9261.

Halloween Stories with Betty Farr Saturday, October 29 11:00a-12:00p Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch

Families are invited to join local storyteller Betty Farr for Halloween stories and treats. Children are encouraged to wear costumes and join in the Halloween parade.

Monday, October 31 7:00p-8:00p Anderson Road (West) Branch

Greenville Soldiers from the 2nd South Carolina Infantry

Thursday, November 3 7:00p-8:30p Hughes Main Library, Meeting Room C

Mac Wyckoff, Civil War expert and author of A History of the Second South Carolina Infantry: 1861-1865, will speak on the subject of Confederate soldiers from Greenville who served in the South Carolina 2nd Infantry. The Upcountry History Museum will host a reception and book signing beginning at 6:00p.

Book Talk with Nancy Welch

Saturday, November 5 3:00p-4:30p Greer (Jean M. Smith) Branch

Nancy Welch will share stories from her new cookbook A Taste of Humor Cookbook and her book Innkeeper Tales. Copies of the books will be available for purchase and signing. Registration begins October 5. Call 877-8722.

Life in 1920s Greenville Thursday, November 10 7:00p-8:30p Fountain Inn (Kerry Ann Younts Culp) Branch

Using the Greenville County Driving Tour of Historic Sites, the South Carolina Room staff will bring 1920s Greenville to life. See archives, photos, general store ledgers and more. Copies of the driving tour are available at all locations for $4. Call 862-2576 to register.

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adults adults Unraveled: Knit and Crochet Group

Saturday, October 1 10:00a-12:00p Travelers Rest (Sargent) Branch Learn to knit and crochet or improve your skills with new or ongoing projects. Patterns available for all skill levels! Experienced participants will be available for instruction and questions. Bring your own yarn and needles. Call 834-3650.

Survival Spanish I

Mondays, October 3-October 31* 6:00p-8:00p Mauldin (W. Jack Greer) Branch

Lack simple Spanish language skills? Learn basic vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation. Cost is $70 for library card holders and seniors, $90 for others. Call Lifelong Learning at 355-6059 to register. Registration form available at www.greenvillelibrary.org. *First class is Monday, September 26.

Fountain Inn Book Discussion

Tuesday, October 4 7:00p-8:30p Fountain Inn (Kerry Ann Younts Culp) Branch

Shining a Light on the Dark Corner Tuesday, October 4 • 6:30p-8:00p Travelers Rest (Sargent) Branch

Jim Stehlik will discuss the folklore of the “Dark Corner” and the history of the mountains of upstate South Carolina. Call 834-3650.

Spanish Café/Café español

Tuesday, October 4 • 7:00p-8:00p Mauldin (W. Jack Greer) Branch

¡Hola! Are you learning Spanish? Practice speaking your new language with others. Improve your Spanish skills while making new friends, talking and having fun. Basic Spanish skills required. Call 277-7397 to register. OCT/NOV

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Fall Film Series

Tuesday, October 11 6:00p-8:30p Fountain Inn (Kerry Ann Younts Culp) Branch

Thursday, October 6 • 10:00a-12:00p Greer (Jean M. Smith) Branch

Learn to knit and crochet or improve your skills with new or ongoing projects. Patterns available for all skill levels! Experienced participants will be available for instruction and questions. Bring your own yarn and needles. Call 877-8722.

Trendy Beads: Bracelets

Thursday, October 6 • 6:00p-8:00p Mauldin (W. Jack Greer) Branch

Design and make a fashionable bracelet for yourself or as a gift. Materials fee is $5. Call 277-7397 to register.

Join us for the 1957 romance An Affair to Remember starring Cary Grant and Deborah Kerr. Refreshments served. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. This film is unrated. Call 862-2576.

Online Test Prep 101

Tuesday, October 11 • 7:00p-8:30p Hughes Main Library Computer Training Lab

Are you working on career training or looking to boost your resume? Improve your score on nursing exams, graduate entrance exams, electricians' licensing and more. Learn how to use the library's online testing tools to obtain your career goals. Visit www.greenvillelibrary. org for a full list of topics. This class is free, but space is limited. Call 527-9219 to register.

Join our creative writing group for adults! Bring your best work or come to get inspired – scribblers at every level are welcome. Email jnewton@greenvillelibrary.org or call 246-1695.

Learn how to download eBooks from the library’s website that you can read on your eReader, iPad, iPod or mobile phone. Call 527-9229 to register.

A Second Helping of Blessings by Beverly Jenkins. Call 277-0161.

Unraveled: Knit and Crochet Group

Monday, October 3 • 7:00p-8:30p Berea (Sarah Dobey Jones) Branch

Tuesday, October 4 • 6:30p-8:00p Hughes Main Library, Meeting Room A

Tuesday, October 11 • 6:00p-7:00p Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch

The Book Thief by Marcus Zusak. Call 862-2576.

Scribblers Writing Group

eBooks @ the Library

Augusta Road Reading in Color Book Discussion

Fall Film Series

Thursday, October 6 • 6:00p-8:00p Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch

Join us for the 1980 comedy Nine to Five starring Dolly Parton and Jane Fonda. Refreshments served. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. This film is rated PG. Call 277-0161.

Unraveled: Knit and Crochet Group Saturday, October 8 • 10:00a-12:00p Berea (Sara Dobey Jones) Branch

Travelers Rest Book Discussion Monday, October 10 • 1:00p-2:30p Travelers Rest (Sargent) Branch

Taylors Book Discussion

Tuesday, October 11 7:00p-8:00p Taylors (Burdette) Branch

The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver. Call 268-5955.

Scribblers Writing Group

Tuesday, October 11 • 7:00p-8:30p Simpsonville (Hendricks) Branch

Join our creative writing group for adults! Bring your best work or come to get inspired – scribblers at every level are welcome. Email bmorrison@greenvillelibrary.org or call 963-9031.

Ship of Fools by Katherine Anne Porter. Call 834-3650.

www.GreenvilleLibrary.org

adults Fall Film Series

AARP Driver Safety Program

Monday, October 17 6:00p-8:00p Taylors (Burdette) Branch

Wednesday, October 12 & Thursday, October 13 • 12:30p-4:30p Mauldin (W. Jack Greer) Branch

Drivers 55 and over are invited to attend a safe driving course – you may be eligible for a discount on your auto insurance! Cost is $12 for AARP members, $14 for non-members. Call 277-7397 to register.

Join us for the 1951 science fiction film The Day the Earth Stood Still starring Michael Rennie and Patricia Neal. Refreshments served. This film is rated G. Call 268-5955.

Unraveled: Knit and Crochet Group Thursday, October 13 • 6:00p-7:30p Anderson Road (West) Branch

Hello Computer!

Friday, October 14 • 10:00a-11:30a Simpsonville (Hendricks) Branch

If computer skills are a foreign language, then this is the class for you! Learn how to use a mouse, navigate a computer and sign up for email. Call 963-9031 to register.

Scribblers Writing Group

Monday, October 17 • 7:00p-8:30p Greer (Jean M. Smith) Branch

Join our creative writing group for adults! Bring your best work or come to get inspired – scribblers at every level are welcome. Email sditch@greenvillelibrary.org or call 877-8722.

Downloads

@ the library Now you can download all sorts of eAudiobooks and eBooks to your computer, eReader or mobile device. Visit www.greenvillelibrary.org > Downloads to get started.

Bring your reading device to these upcoming classes.

Unraveled: Knit and Crochet Group Saturday, October 15 • 10:00a-12:00p Taylors (Burdette) Branch

Spinning and Knitting

Saturday, October 15 • 2:30p-4:00p Greer (Jean M. Smith) Branch

Join us in front of the fireplace as we demonstrate how to use a spinning wheel. Knitters available to teach a fun winter project for beginner to intermediate knitters. Call 877-8722 to register and for needle information. OCT/NOV

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eBooks @ the Library Tuesday, October 4 6:30p-8:00p

Designates a Do-It-Yourself craft class. Designates a life skills program or class. Southern Experience program. Program underwritten by the Friends of GCLS. Palmetto Bean Company café will stay open until the start of designated programs.

Childcare Training

Tuesday, October 18 • 6:00p-8:30p Mauldin (W. Jack Greer) Branch

Classes are 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. Cost is $15 per class. Call Lifelong Learning at 355-6053 to register.

Scribblers Writing Group

Tuesday, October 18 • 6:30p-7:30p Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch

Join our creative writing group for adults! Bring your best work or come to get inspired – scribblers at every level are welcome. Email ssawtelle@greenvillelibrary.org or call 277-0161.

Bagels and Grits Reception

Tuesday, October 18 • 6:30p-8:00p Hughes Main Library, Meeting Rooms B-C Join us for a panel discussion in conjuction with the exhibit, Bagels and Grits. See page 1 for details. Call 527-9293 to register.

Wednesday, November 2 3:30p-5:00p

Hughes Main Library, Meeting Room A Learn how to download eBooks from the library’s website that you can read on your eReader, iPad, iPod or mobile phone. Call 527-9229 to register.

Fall Film Series

Tuesday, October 18 • 6:00p-8:00p Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch

Join us for the 1958 horror film The Fly starring Vincent Price and Patricia Owens. Refreshments served. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. This film is unrated. Call 277-0161.

Three on the Frontier: Death Comes for the Archbishop

Tuesday, October 18 • 7:00p-8:00p Hughes Main Library, Meeting Room A

Read Death Comes for the Archbishop by Willa Cather, a great novel of the American frontier, and join in a discussion of the book. Copies available at the library. Call 527-9219 to register. www.GreenvilleLibrary.org

adults Tinkering with Technology

Wednesday, October 19 7:00p-8:30p Hughes Main Library, Meeting Room A

Do you like to take things apart and rearrange them into something new? Are you intrigued by nifty gadgets and motorized gizmos? Join us as we share ideas and techniques in this ongoing technology group. Call 527-9229 or email cgrewcock@greenvillelibrary.org.

Knitting Basics: Part I

Thursday, October 20 • 6:00p-8:00p Mauldin (W. Jack Greer) Branch

First of a two-part program. Learn basic knitting techniques and knit a simple project. Participants should bring yarn and size 8 knitting needles. Call 277-7397 to register.

Kumihimo: Japanese Braiding

Unraveled: Knit and Crochet Group

Kumihimo is a Japanese braiding technique that is easy to learn. It results in a strong braid that has many uses. Instructions and materials will be provided to make a bracelet. Call 527-9229 to register.

Tuesday, October 25 • 6:30p-8:00p Hughes Main Library, Meeting Room A

Berea Book Discussion Tuesday, October 25 10:00a-11:00a Berea (Sarah Dobey Jones) Branch

Wesley the Owl by Stacy O’Brien. Call 246-1695.

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Fall Film Series

Thursday, October 20 • 6:00p-8:00p Simpsonville (Hendricks) Branch

Join us for the 1996 drama film The Crucible starring Daniel Day-Lewis and Winona Ryder. Refreshments served. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. This film is rated PG-13. Call 963-9031.

Want to know more about Southern experiences? Browse this extensive collection of photographs for a visual tour of the history of South Carolina! Also a great resource for research papers and family history research.

Fall Film Series

Monday, October 24 • 6:00p-8:30p Fountain Inn (Kerry Ann Younts Culp) Branch

Join us for the 1974 comedy Young Frankenstein starring Gene Wilder and Peter Boyle. Refreshments served. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. This film is rated PG. Call 862-2576.

Local Storytelling

Tuesday, October 25 • 6:00p-8:00p Travelers Rest (Sargent) Branch

Listen to the stories and local folklore of Upstate South Carolina as told by storytellers. Call 834-3650.

Thursday, October 27 • 6:00p-8:00p Mauldin (W. Jack Greer) Branch

Second of a two-part program. Learn basic knitting techniques and knit a simple project. Participants should bring yarn and size 8 knitting needles. Call 277-7397 to register.

South Carolina Room Orientation and Tour

Thursday, October 27 • 6:00p-9:00p Hughes Main Library South Carolina Room

Join us for an in-depth tour and learn how to locate family information in the South Carolina Room. Space is limited and registration is required. Call 527-9261.

Spanish Café/Café español

Tuesday, October 25 • 7:00p-8:00p Mauldin (W. Jack Greer) Branch

Thursday, October 27 • 1:00p-2:00p Simpsonville (Hendricks) Branch Life of Pi by Yann Martel. Call 963-9031.

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Knitting Basics: Part II

www.greenvillelibrary.org > Research > South Carolina Room > Digital Collections > South Carolina Digital Library

Simpsonville Book Discussion

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Thursday, October 27 • 6:00p-7:30p Anderson Road (West) Branch

Seasonal Gardening Series: Community Garden

Thursday, October 27 • 6:30p-8:00p Hughes Main Library, Meeting Room A

Join Master Gardener Pat Tuleibitz and learn how to start a community garden. Call 527-9293. www.GreenvilleLibrary.org

adults Fun, Friendly Knitting!

Saturday, October 29 • 10:00a-12:00p Hughes Main Library, Meeting Room A

Join a group of fellow knitters of all ages and skill levels for some crafty mingling and a good cause! Yarn and needles provided by the Friends of the Library to create scarves to sell in their shop. Other projects welcome. Call 527-9293.

Halloween Story Time for Grownups Monday, October 31 • 12:00p-1:00p Greer (Jean M. Smith) Branch

Bring your lunch and listen to spooky stories. Costumes welcome. Dessert served.

Real Life Internet: The Basics

Monday, October 31 • 4:00p-5:30p Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch

Learn how to surf the web using an internet browser. Participants must be able to use a mouse and have basic typing skills. Call 277-0161 to register.

Employment Readiness: Resume Rescue

Monday, October 31 6:30p-8:30p Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch

Learn tips for creating or updating a resume with positive impact. Participants are invited to a follow-up session on Tuesday, November 1. Call 277-0161 to register.

Survival Spanish II

Tuesdays, November 1-December 6 6:30p-8:00p Pelham Road (F.W. Symmes) Branch

Basic knowledge of Spanish vocabulary is required. Cost is $70 for library card holders and seniors, $90 for others. Call Lifelong Learning at 355-6059. Registration form at www.greenvillelibrary.org.

Spanish Café/Café español

Fountain Inn Book Discussion

Tuesday, November 1 • 7:00p-8:30p Fountain Inn (Kerry Ann Younts Culp) Branch Caleb’s Crossing by Geraldine Brooks. Call 862-2576.

eBooks @ the Library

Wednesday, November 2 • 3:30p-5:00p Hughes Main Library, Meeting Room A

Greenville Soldiers from the 2nd South Carolina Infantry

Unraveled: Knit and Crochet Group

Learn how to download eBooks from the library’s website that you can read on your eReader, iPad, iPod or mobile phone. Call 527-9229 to register.

Thursday, November 3 • 10:00a-12:00p Greer (Jean M. Smith) Branch

Thursday, November 3 • 7:00p-8:30p Hughes Main Library, Meeting Room C

Unraveled: Knit and Crochet Group Saturday, November 5 • 10:00a-12:00p Travelers Rest (Sargent) Branch

Volunteers will assist with computer questions during individual two hour practice sessions. Call 277-0161 to register.

Embroidery Workshop

Saturday, November 5 • 2:00p-4:00p Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch

Employment Readiness: Resume Lab Tuesday, November 1 • 6:30p-8:30p Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch

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Join Master Gardener Hedy Dreskin and learn how to create temporary indoor arrangements for the holiday season. Also discover how both indoor and outdoor planters can be adapted for the change of seasons and holidays. Call 277-0161.

Tuesday, November 1 • 10:00a-2:00p Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch

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Thursday, November 3 • 6:30p-8:00p Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch

Tuesday, November 1 • 7:00p-8:00p Mauldin (W. Jack Greer) Branch

Real Life Internet: The Basics Practice Sessions

Participants in the Resume Rescue program on Monday, October 31 are invited to work on their resumes. Staff will be available for individual assistance. Space is limited. Call 277-0161 to register.

Seasonal Gardening Series: Unique Container Gardens

Learn basic embroidery stitches to create a practical project to take home and show off your new skills. $5 materials fee. Space is limited. Call 277-0161 to register.

A great gift idea for the holidays!

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adults Book Talk with Nancy Welch

Unraveled: Knit and Crochet Group

Saturday, November 5 • 3:00p-4:30p Greer (Jean M. Smith) Branch

Fall Film Series Monday, November 7 6:00p-8:30p Fountain Inn (Kerry Ann Younts Culp) Branch

Join us for the 1969 adventure film Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid starring Paul Newman and Robert Redford. Refreshments served. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. This film is rated PG. Call 862-2576.

Thursday, November 10 • 6:00p-7:30p Anderson Road (West) Branch

Trendy Beads: Necklaces

Thursday, November 10 • 6:00p-8:00p Mauldin (W. Jack Greer) Branch Design and make a fashionable necklace for yourself or as a gift. Materials fee is $5. Call 277-7397 to register.

Fall Film Series

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Join us for the 1998 comedy Waking Ned Devine starring Ian Bannen and David Kelly. Refreshments served. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. This film is rated PG. Call 277-0161.

Scribblers Writing Group

Monday, November 7 • 7:00p-8:30p Berea (Sarah Dobey Jones) Branch

Join our creative writing group for adults! Bring your best work or come to get inspired – scribblers at every level are welcome. Email jnewton@greenvillelibrary.org or call 246-1695.

527-9286 Hughes Main Monday-Saturday 10:00a-4:00p Sundays 2:30p-5:00p Thanksgiving to Christmas

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Augusta Road Reading in Color Book Discussion

Tuesday, November 8 • 6:00p-7:00p Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch Mudblood by Hilary Jordan. Call 277-0161.

Scribblers Writing Group

Tuesday, November 8 • 7:00p-8:30p Simpsonville (Hendricks) Branch

Join our creative writing group for adults! Bring your best work or come to get inspired – scribblers at every level are welcome. Email bmorrison@greenvillelibrary.org or call 963-9031.

Taylors Book Discussion

Tuesday, November 8 7:00p-8:00p Taylors (Burdette) Branch The Water Is Wide by Pat Conroy. Call 268-5955.

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Life in 1920s Greenville

Thursday, November 10• 7:00p-8:30p Fountain Inn (Kerry Ann Younts Culp) Branch

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Real Life Internet: The Basics

Friday, November 11 • 10:00a-11:30a Simpsonville (Hendricks) Branch

Learn how to surf the web using an internet browser. Participants must be able to use a mouse and have basic typing skills. Call 963-9031 to register.

All programs are free and open to the public unless otherwise stated. www.GreenvilleLibrary.org

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adults Travelers Rest Book Discussion Monday, November 14 1:00p-2:30p Travelers Rest (Sargent) Branch Tinkers by Paul Harding. Call 834-3650.

Unraveled: Knit and Crochet Group

Saturday, November 12 • 10:00a-12:00p Berea (Sarah Dobey Jones) Branch

Real Life Internet: The Basics

Friday, November 11 10:00a-11:30a Simpsonville (Hendricks) Branch

Learn how to surf the web using an internet browser. Participants must be able to use a mouse and have basic typing skills. Call 963-9031 to register.

Unraveled: Knit and Crochet Group

Saturday, November 12 • 10:00a-12:00p Berea (Sarah Dobey Jones) Branch

AARP Driver Safety Program

Monday, November 14 & Tuesday, November 15 12:30p-4:30p Simpsonville (Hendricks) Branch

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Childcare Training

Tuesday, November 15 • 6:00p-8:30p Mauldin (W. Jack Greer) Branch

Tinkering with Technology

Wednesday, November 16 • 7:00p-8:30p Hughes Main Library, Meeting Room A

Simpsonville Book Discussion

Thursday, November 17 1:00p-2:00p Simpsonville (Hendricks) Branch Sarah’s Key by Tatiana de Rosnay. Call 963-9031.

Scribblers Writing Group

Fall Film Series

Join our creative writing group for adults! Bring your best work or come to get inspired – scribblers at every level are welcome. Email ssawtelle@greenvillelibrary.org or call 277-0161.

Join us for the 1955 romantic comedy The Seven Year Itch starring Marilyn Monroe and Tom Ewell. Refreshments served. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. This film is not rated. Call 963-9031.

Tuesday, November 15 • 6:30p-7:30p Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch

Thursday, November 17 • 6:00p-8:00p Simpsonville (Hendricks) Branch

Café Hours Mon-Fri • 9-6 Sat • 10-5 Sun • 2-5

Fresh Soups!

Computer Lab Marathon

Friday, November 18 & Saturday, November 19 Anderson Road (West) Branch

This is a two day computer event for beginning and intermediate computer users. A series of computer classes are offered, with open lab time following for guided practice. Registration for each session is required. Call 269-5210.

Employment Readiness: Online Job Searching

Friday, November 18 • 9:00a-12:00p Anderson Road (West) Branch

Hughes Main Library 527-9211

Learn how to use the computer for your job hunt, including resume design, creating an email account, searching for jobs and filling out online applications. Participants must be able to use a mouse and have basic typing skills. www.GreenvilleLibrary.org

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CATALOG

COMING THIS WINTER-

the library is changing everything about how you explore our collection! This winter, GCLS will be the first public library in SC to introduce the Millennium integrated library system (ILS) which offers the most complete and continuously evolving library catalog on the market. WITH the new catalog, our patrons will be able to experience the libary's resources like never before. Enhanced discovery tools combine RightResult™ relevance ranking, faceted search results, Tag Cloud, Did You Mean…?, Popular Choices, Recently Added suggestions and database mining all in one easy-touse interface. Hello Computer!

Computer Practice Sessions

If computer skills are a foreign language, then this is the class for you! Learn how to use a mouse, navigate a computer and sign up for

Computer savvy volunteers will be on hand to help you with your computer questions during individual two-hour practice sessions.

Friday, November 18 • 1:00p-2:30p Anderson Road (West) Branch

Saturday, November 19 • 1:00p-5:00p Anderson Road (West) Branch

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Fall Film Series

Monday, November 21 • 6:00p-8:30p Fountain Inn (Kerry Ann Younts Culp) Branch

Join us for the 1953 comedy Gentlemen Prefer Blondes starring Marilyn Monroe and Jane Russell. Refreshments served. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. This film is unrated. Call 862-2576.

Fun, Friendly Knitting!

Saturday, November 26 • 10:00a-12:00p Hughes Main Library Meeting Room A

Berea Book Discussion

Tuesday, November 29 • 10:00a-11:00a Berea (Sarah Dobey Jones) Branch

Beginning Microsoft Word 2007

Christmas Chronicles by Tim Slover. Call 246-1695.

Three on the Frontier: All the Pretty Horses

Friday, November 18 3:00p-5:00p Anderson Road (West) Branch

Learn how to produce and manage documents using Word 2007. Participants must be able to use a mouse and have basic typing skills.

Intermediate Microsoft Word 2007 Saturday, November 19 • 9:30a-11:30a Anderson Road (West) Branch

Learn more about Microsoft Word 2007, including how to add pictures, borders and graphs to your documents, adjust formatting and more. Participants must be familiar with Word 2007, be able to use a mouse and have basic typing skills. OCT/NOV

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Tuesday, November 29 7:00p-8:00p Hughes Main Library, Meeting Room A

Unraveled: Knit and Crochet Group

Saturday, November 19 • 10:00a-12:00p Taylors (Burdette) Branch

Read All the Pretty Horses by Cormac McCarthy, an homage to life on the American frontier, and join in a discussion of the book. Copies available at the library. Call 527-9219 to register.

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tween & teens Free SAT Practice Test

Saturday, October 8 • 9:30a-2:00p Hughes Main Library, Meeting Rooms A-C

Home School Book Discussion Group Tuesday, October 4 • 10:00a-11:00a Hughes Main Library, Meeting Room A

The monthly book discussion group for home schooled teens. This month we’ll read and discuss Incarceron by Catherine Fisher. Ages 13-18. Call 527-9248 or email jbabb@greenvillelibrary.org to register.

Want to discover your SAT strengths and weaknesses? Take a free practice test provided by Sylvan Learning. Following the practice test, join us on October 20 for an in-depth analysis of your scores. Open to all 10th-12th graders. Snacks will be provided. Seating is limited. Call 527-9248 to register.

Teen Achievers

Wii Play Games

Saturday, October 8 • 2:00p-4:00p Taylors (Burdette) Branch

Tuesdays, October 4,11,18 &25 4:30p-6:00p Anderson Road (West) Branch

Empower yourself to achieve positive goals in your education and personal life. Weekly programs will focus on personal development, college preparation, community service and leadership, cultural enrichment and recreation. Open to all 7th-12th graders. This program is in collaboration with the YMCA of Greenville Teen Services.

The programs in this section are geared towards ages 9 to 17.

Bring your friends and play board games or Nintendo Wii at the library. Games provided. Ages 17 and under.

Teen Achievers

Wednesdays, October 5,12,19 &26 4:30p-6:00p Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch

Science Station: Automotive Engineering

Monday, October 10 • 2:30p-3:30p Hughes Main Library, Meeting Room A

Learn the principles behind automotive design and make rubber band race cars. Open to 6th-8th grade home schooled students. Call 527-9248 or email jbabb@greenvillelibrary.org to register.

Friends of the Library

Used Book Sale! Proceeds help to fund Greenville County Library System programs

OCTOBER 21,22 &23, 2011 Thousands of books, 80% donated, 80% hardcover! Friday 3:00p-8:00p - Friends Only* Saturday 10:00a-5:00p - Open to the public Sunday 1:00p-5:00p - Open to the public *Memberships available at the door Call 527-9291 for more information.

tween & teens In BeTween Craft: Marionettes

TEEN

Boo!Seum’s

Wednesday October 12 3:45p-4:45p Hughes Main Library Story Room

Make a basic marionette out of recyclables. Open to all 4th-7th graders. Call 527-9248 or email jbabb@ greenvillelibrary.org to register.

Quidditch Match

The Children’s Museum of the Upstate Join us at the Teen Scream event and receive a Greenville County Library System scavenger hunt and a list of spooky books. For more information, call 553-7755.

Thursday, October 13 • 3:00p-4:00p Hughes Main Library, Meeting Rooms A-C

Free SAT Practice Test Results & Parent Meeting

Play in or watch a live Quidditch match! Participants will sign up for a team when they call to register. The library reserves the right to assign participants to teams as needed. Participants in the match must be ages 9-13. Harry Potter fans of all ages are invited to wear their house colors, bring a snack and cheer on their favorite team! No red beverages, please. Call 527-9288 to register.

Thursday, October 20 • 6:30p-7:30p Hughes Main Library, Meeting Rooms B-C Learn about SAT scoring, college application timelines and scholarships. Each participant in the October 8 Practice SAT will receive a detailed analysis of their individual test. Refreshments provided.

If you find the Greenville County Library System an essential part of your community, then joining the Friends is a simple, easy way to support it! As a membership benefit, you will receive a year's subscription to the GCLS Access newsletter, a 10% discount at the Friends Shop in the Hughes Main Library and entrance to the "Friends Only" day of our book sale. Keep up to date on GCLS and Friends events, and take advantage of Friends shopping opportunities for as little as $15 a year!

Membership Form

Please provide the following helpful information:

Membership Levels: □ Individual $15 Name: _______________________________________________ □ Family $25 Mailing Address: ______________________________________ □ Student $5 □ Senior (age 65+) $5

Please Contact Me About: Transporting and sorting books □ Working in the Friends Shop at the Hughes Main Library City, State, Zip Code: ___________________________________ Higher Donation Levels: □ Helping with publicity for Contact Telephone: ____________________________________ □ Associate $50 the Friends Book Sale and other events □ Sustaining $100 Contact Email Address: _________________________________ Library location visited most often: _______________________ Renewing Membership: Yes

□ Patron $250 □ Sponsor $500 □ Benefactor $1000

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tween & teens Teen Volunteer Day

Science Station: Projectiles

Need volunteer hours? Here’s a special opportunity for teens to earn volunteer hours at the library. Earn up to 3 hours in one day. Participants will be working in groups on different projects. Open to all teens. Call 527-9248 or email jbabb@greenvillelibrary.org

Discover kinetic energy by exploring ancient siege technology. Make a catapult that will hurl pennies and a cannon that fires marshmallows! Open to 6th-8th grade home schooled students. Registration begins October 10. Call 527-9248 or email jbabb@greenvillelibrary.org.

Saturday, October 22 • 1:00p-4:00p Hughes Main Library, Meeting Room A

Monday, November 14 • 2:30p-3:30p Hughes Main Library, Meeting Room A

to register.

Beyond the Knit Stitch

Thursday, October 27 • 6:00p-7:30p Hughes Main Library, Meeting Room A Learn basic knitting. Bring your own size 8 knitting needles. Scrap yarn for practice will be provided. Ages 11-17. Registration begins October 3. Call 527-9248 or email jbabb@greenvillelibrary.org.

Teen Achievers

Wednesdays, November 2,9,16 &30* 4:30p-6:00p Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch

In BeTween Craft: Holiday Card Stars Home School Book Discussion Group Tuesday, November 1 • 10:00a-11:00a Hughes Main Library, Meeting Room A

The monthly book discussion group for home schooled teens. This month we’ll read and discuss Till We Have Faces: A Myth Retold by C. S. Lewis. Ages 13-18. Registration begins October 4. Call 527-9248 or email jbabb@greenvillelibrary.org.

Teen Achievers

Tuesdays, November 1,8,15 &29* 4:30p- 6:00p Anderson Road (West) Branch

Wednesday, November 9 • 3:45p-4:45p Hughes Main Library, Story Room

Make a hanging star from recycled holiday cards. Open to all 4th-7th graders. Registration begins October 12. Call 527-9248 or email jbabb@greenvillelibrary.org.

Wii Play Games

Saturday, November 12 • 2:00p-4:00p Taylors (Burdette) Branch

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Saturday, November 19 • 1:00p-4:00p Hughes Main Library, Meeting Room A

Bookends: Mother-Daughter Book Group

Tuesday, November 29 • 7:00p-8:00p Hughes Main Library, Story Room

Join us as we discuss the emotionally-charged novel If I Stay by Gayle Forman. Read the story of teenager Mia who, after a terrible car crash that kills her family, falls into a coma and has to decide whether to fight and live or join her family in death. For girls in grades 8-12 with an adult female caregiver. Call 527-9248 to register.

Bring your friends and play board games or Nintendo Wii at the library. Games provided. Ages 17 and under.

Home School Book Discussion Group Tuesday, December 6 • 10:00a-11:00a Hughes Main Library, Meeting Room A

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Teen Volunteer Day

The monthly book discussion group for home schooled teens. This month we’ll read and discuss The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien. Ages 13-18. Registration begins November 1. Call 527-9248 or email jbabb@greenvillelibrary.org.

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CHILDREN KinderCraft: Bookworms

Firefighters, Fire Trucks, Fire Safety

Pumpkin Seed Contest

October 1-31 Taylors (Burdette) Branch

Can you guess how many seeds are in the pumpkin? The closest guess – without going over – wins the prize! Ages 12 and under. One entry per person per day. Contest ends October 31. In the event of a tie, names will be entered into a drawing.

Grandbaby Books: Colors

Saturday, October 1 • 10:00a-10:30a Hughes Main Library, Story Room

Join us as we celebrate National Fire Prevention Month through stories, learning about fire safety, meeting a real firefighter and seeing a fire truck. Children may come dressed as firefighters. For preschool children with an adult caregiver. Note: Firefighter/truck will not be available if a fire emergency occurs.

Enjoy stories and songs and create an edible bookworm from rice cereal treats and fruit leather. Ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver. Call 527-9248 to register.

Monday, October 3

Love to read? Join our book discussion group for elementary students who love to read as much as you do. Share books you’ve read and participate in activities focusing on books and themes chosen by the group.

7:00p Hughes Main (Twilight Tales) Monday, October 17 10:00a Hughes Main* 10:30a Mauldin Branch

Bring your grandchildren (or children) for stories and songs about colors. All ages welcome.

10:30a Travelers Rest Branch

Family Film Series

Tuesday, October 18

Monday, October 3 • 6:00p-8:30p Fountain Inn (Kerry Ann Younts Culp) Branch

Join us for the 2010 action-adventure film Percy Jackson & The Olympians: The Lightning Thief starring Logan Lerman and Pierce Brosnan. Refreshments served. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. This film is rated PG.

Wednesday, October 5 10:30a-11:00a Hughes Main Library Story Room

10:00a Greer Branch 10:30a Berea Branch

11:00a Greer Branch

Kids Book Club

Wednesday, October 5 • 7:00p-8:00p Anderson Road (West) Branch

Laugh ‘n’ Learn for Reading Readiness!

Thursday, October 6 9:30a-11:30a Drop-in Anderson Road (West) Branch

Fun games and activities that help children develop pre-reading skills. Ages 4 and under with an adult caregiver. English/Spanish materials available. No groups. Three children maximum per adult caregiver.

Bilingual Story Time: Columbus Day Cuentos Bilingües: El día de la raza

Wednesday, October 19 10:00a Pelham Road Branch 10:30a Fountain Inn Branch 11:00a Pelham Road Branch Thursday, October 20 10:00a Hughes Main* 10:00a Simpsonville Branch 10:30a Anderson Road Branch**

Twilight Tales: Firefighters, Fire Trucks, Fire Safety Monday, October 3 • 7:00p-7:30p Hughes Main Library, Story Room

Join us for this special Twilight Tales as we celebrate National Fire Prevention Month through stories, learning about fire safety, meeting a real firefighter and seeing a fire truck. All ages are welcome. Children may come dressed as firefighters. Note: Firefighter/truck will not be available if a fire emergency occurs. OCT/NOV

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11:00a Simpsonville Branch Friday, October 21 10:30a Taylors Branch Thursday, October 27

Friday, October 7 6:00p-6:45p Hughes Main Library, Story Room

A 45-minute Spanish/English story time for all ages. Cuentos bilingües que durarán 45 minutos en español e inglés para todas las edades.

Family Film Series

Saturday, October 8 • 10:00a-12:00p Travelers Rest (Sargent) Branch

Join us for the 2010 fantasy Elle: A Modern Cinderella Tale starring Ashlee Hewitt and Sterling Knight. Refreshments served. This film is rated G.

10:30a Augusta Road Branch *In lieu of Musical Jamboree programs. **In lieu of Laugh ‘n’ Learn.

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Grandbaby Books: Good Morning and Good Night

Saturday, October 15 • 10:00a-10:30a Hughes Main Library, Story Room

for the Record

Bring your grandchildren (or children) for lively morning stories and quiet good night tales. All ages welcome.

Thursday, October 6 Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch Hughes Main Library, Story Room Simpsonville (Hendricks) Branch

Family Film Series

Saturday, October 15 • 11:00a-12:30p Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch

Join us for the 2006 animated film Casper’s Scare School. Refreshments served. This film is not rated.

Llama Llama Red Pajama

by Anna Dewdney during the Augusta Road and Simpsonville Story Times and during Musical Jamboree at Main (see program grid page 21 for times). This is part of Jumpstart's Read for the Record. Visit www.readfortherecord.org for more information about this campaign. Laugh ‘n’ Learn for Reading Readiness!

Thursday, October 13 9:30a-11:30a Drop-in Anderson Road (West) Branch

Fun games and activities that help children develop pre-reading skills. Ages 4 and under with an adult caregiver. English/Spanish materials available. No groups. Three children maximum

Explore Your World

Tuesday, October 11 • 3:30p-4:15p Hughes Main Library, Story Room

Join us as we explore the big and diverse country to our north – Canada. Listen to native stories and make a craft inspired by the Dinosaur Provincial Park in Alberta. Ages 5-11. Call 527-9248 to register.

KinderCraft: Graham Cracker Fire Truck

Wednesday, October 12 • 10:30a-11:00a Hughes Main Library, Story Room

Celebrate Fire Prevention Month with a tasty treat. Enjoy stories and songs about fire trucks. Make a fire truck to snack on from graham crackers and other treats. Ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver. Call 527-9248 to register.

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per adult caregiver.

Home School Time at the Library Thursday, October 13 • 10:00a-11:00a Greer (Jean M. Smith) Branch

Join us as we read a biography, discuss a painting and do some creative writing. Ages 8 and up. Call 877-8722 or email greer@greenvillelibrary.org to register.

Bilingual Story Time: Beautiful Butterfly Cuentos Bilingües: Mariposa preciosa Friday, October 14 • 6:00p-6:45p Hughes Main Library, Story Room

A 45-minute Spanish/English story time for all ages. Cuentos bilingües que durarán 45 minutos en español e inglés para todas las edades.

KinderCraft: Leaf Friends

Wednesday, October 19 • 10:30a-11:00a Hughes Main Library, Story Room

Fall is coming. Welcome the season with stories and songs about leaves and trees. Create leaf friends for storytelling from colorful foam. Ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver. Call 527-9248 to register.

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CHILDREN CrafTime: Spooky Spiders

Wednesday, October 19 • 3:30p-4:15p Hughes Main Library, Story Room

Join us for a Halloween story and turn egg cartons into spooky spiders. Ages 5-11, ages 5-10 with an adult caregiver. Registration begins October 1. Call 527-9248.

Family Fridays: Columbia Marionette Theatre

Friday, October 21 • 7:00p-7:45p Hughes Main Library, Meeting Rooms A-C Bring the whole family for a unique puppet production of The World of Anansi the Spider featuring African folktales narrated by Anansi himself.

Fall Cupcake Extravaganza

Saturday, October 22 1:00p-3:00p Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch

Kids Book Club

Wednesday, October 19 • 7:00p-8:00p Anderson Road (West) Branch

Rebekah Trieper returns with six new holiday cupcake designs. Open to children 7 and up with an adult caregiver. Each pair will decorate and take home six cupcakes. $10 materials fee per pair includes cupcakes and a decorating kit. Call 277-0161 to register.

CrafTime: Spooky Spiders

Join us for a Halloween story and turn egg cartons into spooky spiders. Ages 5-11, ages 5-10 with an adult caregiver. Registration begins October 1.

Monday, October 24 • 3:30p-4:15p Travelers Rest/ 834-3650 Tuesday, October 25 • 3:30-4:15p Greer/ 877-8722

Talking About Pictures

Tuesday, October 25 • 3:30p-4:15p Pelham Road (F.W. Symmes) Branch

Would you like to inspire an appreciation for and an understanding of the art of picture books in your child? Join us for this unique interactive and engaging program where children learn to “read” pictures. Our trained instructor will lead group discussions about a different picture book each month. This program fosters visual literacy and critical thinking skills. Ages 6-12. Call 288-6688 to register.

Magic Tree House Club

Thursday, October 20 3:30p-4:15p Taylors (Burdette) Branch

Join us for an afternoon of fun with Night of the Ninjas by Mary Pope Osborne. Read the book and come ready to explore Jack and Annie’s adventure with trivia, games and crafts. Ages 6-9. Call 268-5955 to register.

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children Family Film Series

Tuesday, October 25 6:00p-8:30p Fountain Inn (Kerry Ann Younts Culp) Branch

Join us for the 2008 animated film Casper the Friendly Ghost and Friends: Trick or Treat. Refreshments served. This film is not rated.

KinderCraft: Monster Mailbox

Wednesday, October 26 • 10:30a-11:00a Hughes Main Library, Story Room

Friendly monster pen pals can exchange letters in mailboxes made from tissue boxes and paper. Listen to monster stories and songs and make a craft that encourages letter skills. Ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver. Registration begins October 5. Call 527-9248.

Bouncing Babies Boo Bash

Join us for our annual Bouncing Babies Boo Bash. Babies up to 18 months are invited to a special Halloween celebration featuring stories, songs and finger plays. Prizes will be awarded for the best baby and adult costumes! No groups.

Saturday, October 29 • 10:00a-10:30a Hughes Main Library, Story Room

Bring your grandchildren (or children) and their favorite stuffed animals for stories and songs about farm animals. All ages welcome.

Thursday, October 27 • 10:30a-11:00a Taylors (Burdette) Branch Thursday, October 27 • 11:00a-11:30a Hughes Main Library, Story Room

CrafTime: Spooky Spiders

Friday, October 28 • 3:30p-4:15p Mauldin (W. Jack Greer) Branch

Join us for a Halloween story and turn egg cartons into spooky spiders. Ages 5-11, ages 5-10 with an adult caregiver. Registration begins October 1. Call 277-7397.

Halloween Stories with Betty Farr

Saturday, October 29 • 11:00a-12:00p Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch

Families are invited to join local storyteller Betty Farr for Halloween stories and treats. Children are encouraged to wear costumes and join in the Halloween parade.

Laugh ‘n’ Learn for Reading Readiness!

Tingling Tales of South Carolina Monday, October 31 • 7:00p-8:00p Anderson Road (West) Branch

Thursday, October 27 9:30a-11:30a Drop-in Anderson Road (West) Branch

Grandbaby Books: Animals on the Farm

Bilingual Story Time: Day of the Dead Cuentos Bilingües: Día de los muertos Friday, October 28 • 6:00p-6:45p Hughes Main Library, Story Room

A 45-minute Spanish/English story time for all ages. Cuentos bilingües que durarán 45 minutos en español e inglés para todas las edades.

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CHILDREN Family Film Series

Tuesday, November 1 • 6:00p-8:30p Fountain Inn (Kerry Ann Younts Culp) Branch

Join us for the 2006 fantasy Eragon starring Jeremy Irons. Refreshments served. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. This

KinderCraft: Alphabet Noodle Bracelet

Wednesday, November 2 • 10:30a-11:00a Hughes Main Library, Story Room

Do you know your ABCs? Listen to alphabet stories and songs and practice the alphabet by using letters and foam to make a fun bracelet. Ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver. Registration begins October 12. Call 527-9248.

film is rated PG.

building blocks for a literate future Hughes Main Library Children's Area 864-527-9248 Monday • 12:00p-8:00p Tuesday • 1:00p-8:00p Wednesday • 5:00p-8:00p Thursday • 5:00p-8:00p Friday • 12:00p-8:00p

READING READINESS

Skills • Coordination • Following Instructions • Letter Knowledge • Narrative Skills • Phonemic Awareness • Print Motivation • Rhythm • Socialization

Saturday • 9:00a-5:00p

Kids Book Club

Wednesday, November 2 • 7:00p-8:00p Anderson Road (West) Branch Love to read? Join our book discussion group for elementary students who love to read as much as you do. Share books you’ve read and participate in activities focusing on books and themes chosen by the group.

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Also open mornings as programming schedule allows.

For ages 4 and under with an adult caregiver.

Laugh ‘n’ Learn for Reading Readiness!

Thursday, November 3 9:30a-11:30a Drop-in Anderson Road (West) Branch

Bilingual Story Time: Let’s Eat! Cuentos Bilingües: ¡Vamos a comer! Friday, November 4 • 6:00p-6:45p Hughes Main Library, Story Room

A 45-minute Spanish/English story time for all ages. Cuentos bilingües que durarán 45 minutos en español e inglés para todas las edades.

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Sunday • 2:00p-5:00p

Discover Letterboxing

Tuesday, November 8 • 3:30p-4:15p Berea (Sarah Dobey Jones) Branch

Come and discover the art of Letterboxing, an exciting hobby that tests your treasure hunting skills. Learn how Letterboxing started and leave with the skills you need to begin your own Letterboxing quest. Ages 6 and up, ages 6-10 with an adult caregiver. Registration begins October 18. Call 246-1695.

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Golden Legacy:

Original Art from 65 Years of Little Golden Books Mind Your Manners

Tuesday, November 8 • 4:00p-5:15p Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch

Learn about manners from an etiquette expert and practice them while enjoying a meal. Ages 9-12. Space is limited. Registration begins October 8. Call 277-0161.

KinderCraft: Bubble Wrap Turtle

Wednesday, November 9 • 10:30a-11:00a Hughes Main Library, Story Room

Come out of your shell and listen to stories and songs about turtles. Children will use paint, bubble wrap and paper to make a turtle with a beautiful shell design. Ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver. Registration begins October 19. Call 527-9248.

September 24 – December 31 The Greenville County Museum of Art

The Greenville County Museum of Art presents an extensive public showing of original illustration art from American publishing’s best loved picture book line. The library will schedule group (10 or more) tours and programs to precede or follow museum programs. For library programs or tours call 527-9248. For museum programs call 271-7570 x17. Let’s Pretend: Superhero Training

Laugh ‘n’ Learn for Reading Readiness!

Thursday, November 10 9:30a-11:30a Drop-in Anderson Road (West) Branch

Friday, November 11 10:30a-11:15a or 3:30p-4:15p Hughes Main Library Meeting Room A

All little superheroes are invited to attend our training camp! Complete the tasks of rescuing the kitty from the tree, banishing the bad guys and more. We begin with stories and songs that lead to pretend play. Ages 2-5. Space is limited. Registration begins October 10. Call 527-9248.

Bilingual Story Time: What will you wear? Cuentos Bilingües: ¿Qué te vas a poner? Friday, November 11 • 6:00p-6:45p Hughes Main Library, Story Room

A 45-minute Spanish/English story time for all ages. Cuentos bilingües que durarán 45 minutos en español e inglés para todas las edades.

Grandbaby Books: Babies

Saturday, November 12 • 10:00a-10:30a Hughes Main Library, Story Room

Home School Time at the Library

Thursday, November 10 • 10:00a-11:00a Greer (Jean M. Smith) Branch

Bring your grandchildren (or children) for stories and songs about babies. All ages welcome.

Join us as we read a biography, discuss a painting and do some creative writing. Ages 8 and up. Call 877-8722 or email greer@greenvillelibrary.org to register. OCT/NOV

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CHILDREN Family Film Series

Saturday, November 12 10:00a-12:00p Travelers Rest (Sargent) Branch

Join us for the 2010 smash-hit family comedy Diary of a Wimpy Kid starring Zachary Gordon. Refreshments served. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. This film is rated PG.

KinderCraft: Paper Bag Turkey

Wednesday, November 16 • 10:30a-11:00a Hughes Main Library, Story Room Can you gobble, gobble, gobble up some silly stories and songs about turkeys? Make a turkey from paper bags, feathers and papers that you can use to recreate the story. Ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver. Registration begins October 26. Call 527-9248.

BookFlix Check out BookFlix from Scholastic, the interactive literacy resource that builds a love of reading and learning – online! BookFlix pairs classic fictional video storybooks with related nonfiction eBooks to reinforce reading skills and develop essential real-world knowledge and understanding. Perfect for children from preschool to third grade.

CrafTime: Dream Catchers

Join us for an afternoon featuring a story and a craft. Make your very own Native American dream catcher while learning about Native American culture. Ages 5-11, ages 5-10 with an adult caregiver. Registration begins November 1. Call the location you wish to attend to register.

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Monday, November 14 • 3:30p-4:15p Travelers Rest (Sargent) Branch 834-3650 Tuesday, November 15 • 3:30-4:15p Greer (Jean M. Smith) Branch 877-8722

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CrafTime: Dream Catchers

Wednesday, November 16 • 3:30p-4:15p Hughes Main Library, Story Room

Kids Book Club

Wednesday, November 16 • 7:00p-8:00p Anderson Road (West) Branch Love to read? Join our book discussion group for elementary students who love to read as much as you do. Share books you’ve read and participate in activities focusing on books and themes chosen by the group.

Family Film Series

Tuesday, November 15 • 6:00p-8:30p Fountain Inn (Kerry Ann Younts Culp) Branch

Laugh ‘n’ Learn for Reading Readiness!

Join us for the 2005 family film Because of Winn Dixie starring AnnSophia Robb and Jeff Daniels. Refreshments served. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. This film is rated PG.

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Thursday, November 17 9:30a-11:30a Drop-in Anderson Road (West) Branch

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children Magic Tree House Club

Thursday, November 17 • 3:30p-4:15p Taylors (Burdette) Branch

Join us for an afternoon of fun with Afternoon on the Amazon by Mary Pope Osborne. Read the book and come ready to explore Jack and Annie’s adventure with trivia, games and crafts. Ages 6-9. Registration begins October 20. Call 268-5955.

CrafTime: Dream Catchers

Friday, November 18 • 3:30p-4:15p Mauldin (W. Jack Greer) Branch

Bilingual Story Time: Come One, Come All! Cuentos Bilingües: ¡Bienvenidos todos! Friday, November 18 • 6:00p-6:45p Hughes Main Library, Story Room

A 45-minute Spanish/English story time for all ages. Cuentos bilingües que durarán 45 minutos en español e inglés para todas las edades.

Grandbaby Books: Cars, Trains and Planes

Saturday, November 26 • 10:00a-10:30a Hughes Main Library, Story Room

Bring your grandchildren (or children) for stories and songs about the ways we travel for the holidays. All ages welcome.

First Thursday Friends Book Sale the first Thursday of each month, the Friends of the Greenville County Library System opens the doors of its Book Sale to the public! Now you can enjoy great deals for your home library all year round. (FOL Book Sale is open November thru March and May thru September.)

FOL First Thursday Book Sale • 9:00a- 12:00p • Merovan

Children under 11 years of age must be accompanied by someone 15 years or older while in the library. Caregivers must remain in the same area of a Library as the child being cared for.

From the Greenville County Library System Code of Conduct, revised 2-28-11.

Porkchop Productions Presents:

Christmas, the Measles and Me It's three days before Christmas and Santa has the measles! Head elf, Myron, wants to cancel Christmas and go on a Caribbean cruise...but Holly is determined that the holidays have to happen...no matter what! This audience favorite promises charismatic characters, precarious predicaments and a lesson about giving that will warm the frostiest of hearts. Best enjoyed by ages 4 and up. Seating is limited due to fire code regulations. Groups are invited to attend the December 2 • 10:00a performance. Groups should call 527-9248, beginning November 1, to reserve a spot. Monday, November 28 Tuesday, November 29 Wednesday, November 30 Thursday, December 1 Friday, December 2

Travelers Rest Greer Pelham Road Simpsonville Main

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CHILDREN Family Film Series

Talking About Pictures

Monday, December 5 • 6:00p-8:30p Fountain Inn (Kerry Ann Younts Culp) Branch

Tuesday, November 29 • 3:30p-4:15p Pelham Road (F.W. Symmes) Branch

Join us for the 1964 animated classic Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. Refreshments served. This film is rated G.

Family Film Series

Saturday, December 3 • 11:00a-12:30p Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch

Join us for the 2007 animated comedy Alvin and the Chipmunks. Refreshments served. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. This film is rated PG.

Home School Time at the Library Thursday, December 8 10:00a-11:00a Greer (Jean M. Smith) Branch

Join us as we read a biography, discuss a painting and do some creative writing. Ages 8 and up. Call 877-8722 or email greer@greenvillelibrary.org to register.

Family Film Series

Tuesday, November 29 • 6:00p-8:30p Fountain Inn (Kerry Ann Younts Culp) Branch

Join us for the 2008 animated film Horton Hears a Who. Refreshments served. This film is rated G.

KinderCraft: Candy Train

Wednesday, November 30 • 10:30a-11:00a Hughes Main Library, Story Room Chug into the story time station to hear train stories and songs. Make a train craft from several types of candies – a fun addition to your holiday decorations. Ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver. Registration begins November 9. Call 527-9248.

Twilight Tales:

Holiday Open House Monday, December 5 • 7:00p-8:00p Hughes Main Library, Meeting Room A

Join us for an evening of holiday fun. We’ll read Christmas stories, sing carols and make ornaments to trim our tree and to take home. All ages welcome. Adults must be accompanied by children. OCT/NOV

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children Ongoing Children’s Programs Dedicated to socialization and skill building The library will close at 6:00p on Wednesday, November 23 and be closed on Thursday, November 24 & Friday, November 25 for Thanksgiving. No morning children's programs November 21-26. For more information visit www.greenvillelibrary.org or call 527-9248.

Due to space limitations, many scheduled story times and special programs cannot accommodate groups. If you are seeking permission for your group of 5 or more, please call the location you wish to attend to check availability for a reservation. Groups that do not have prior library permission to attend a program will be denied admission.

Standard Programs

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Mauldin 10:30a

Greer 10:00a 11:00a

Pelham Rd. 10:00a 11:00a

Simpsonville 10:00a 11:00a

Taylors 10:30a

Travelers Rest 10:30a

Berea 10:30a

Fountain Inn 10:30a

Augusta Rd. 10:30a

Mother Goose on the Loose: Rhymes, rhythm and fun for babies 1 month-24 months with an adult caregiver. Limit 40 people. No groups. Three children per adult caregiver maximum. C PA PM S V

Pelham Rd. 9:30a 11:00a

Simpsonville 10:00a 11:00a

Bouncing Babies: Stories, rhymes, music and bouncing games for babies 1 month-18 months with an adult caregiver. C PM S V

Main 10:30a

Story Time: 30 minutes of stories, music and games for preschool children. C PM SR V

Musical Jamboree: Explore children’s literature using music, song and dance. For 18 months-4 years. C FI R

Main 10:00a

Laugh 'n' Learn for Reading Readiness: Fun games and activities. Ages 4 and under with an adult caregiver. English/Spanish materials available. No groups. Maximum of 3 children per adult. LK NS PA PM V

Skills

Taylors 10:30a Main 11:00a Main 10:00a Anderson Rd. 9:30a-11:30a (drop-in)

C= Coordination • FI= Following Instructions • LK= Letter Knowledge • NS= Narrative Skills • PA= Phonemic Awareness PM= Print Motivation • R= Rhythm • S=Socialization • SR= School Readiness • V= Vocabulary

Themed Programs at the Hughes Main Library:

KinderCraft: Children will enjoy a story, then explore it by engaging in a related art activity. 30 minutes. For ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver. See program listing for registration dates. Call 527-9248 to register. Weekly on Wednesdays.

Bilingual Story Time: 45-minute Spanish/English story time for all ages. Weekly on Fridays.

Twilight Tales: 30-minute evening story time for all ages. Kids may dress in their pajamas. Monthly on Mondays.

Grandbaby Books: Bring your grandchildren (or children) for stories, singing and dancing. 30 minutes. All ages welcome. Alternate Saturdays. CrafTime: A craft and story time for ages 5-11, 5-10 with an adult caregiver. 45 minutes. See program listing for details.

Designates evening program for children. Program underwritten by the Friends of GCLS.

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Need to create a resume? WinWay Resume Deluxe software is now

available on select computers in the Technology Center at the Hughes Main Library. Its many features guide the user through all the steps of creating a resume so that even a first-time user can produce an excellent and professional product. Call 527-9258 or visit the Hughes Main Library to get started.

The upcoming Friends of the Greenville County Library System Used Book Sale, October 21-23, 2011. Check out our membership form on page 10. Join today!