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Ultimate Builders Master Challenge

Ultimate Master Builders Challenge: Build a Monster

10/15/2024 @ 1:00pm to 11/15/2024 @ 6:00pm
Electric City Creative Self-Guided Programs at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, STEM
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

CHALLENGE: Build a monster in 1-hour!Tweens, Teens, and Adults are invited to construct their creations using LEGO sets and timers provided by the library.Legos will be available f...

Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Self-Guided Programs
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, STEM
Event Details:

CHALLENGE: Build a monster in 1-hour!

Tweens, Teens, and Adults are invited to construct their creations using LEGO sets and timers provided by the library.

Legos will be available for:

Computer Basics for Teens

Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Educational, Technology
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

This class will cover basic computer software, like Word, PowerPoint, and Excel for academic purposes. We will also introduce website design, covering basic elements.  The ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Educational, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

This class will cover basic computer software, like Word, PowerPoint, and Excel for academic purposes. We will also introduce website design, covering basic elements. 

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Craft Café: Braided Bracelets

All Day 11/1 - 11/30
Electric City Creative Self-Guided Programs at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Located at the front of the Makerspace, the Craft Café offers a monthly craft for patrons to work on during the Makerspace's Open Create hours. These crafts are self guided but sta...

Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Self-Guided Programs
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Event Details:

Located at the front of the Makerspace, the Craft Café offers a monthly craft for patrons to work on during the Makerspace's Open Create hours. These crafts are self guided but staff are available to help if you get stumped.

Yarn, string, and other craft supplies

Gelli Plate Image Transfers using Laser Prints

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:30pm
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn all about using laser-printed images in your Gelli Plate prints in this special program! Hear some tips and tricks for selecting images, along with best practices for editing...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Learn all about using laser-printed images in your Gelli Plate prints in this special program! Hear some tips and tricks for selecting images, along with best practices for editing them for top-notch image transfers.

Empower Your Public Speaking

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Multipurpose Room BC at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Want to improve your public speaking skills? Join us for this seminar and learn tips and tricks to "empower" yourself and your public speaking skills! This event is part of the Nex...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Multipurpose Room BC
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Educational
Required
Seats Remaining: 150
Event Details:

Want to improve your public speaking skills? Join us for this seminar and learn tips and tricks to "empower" yourself and your public speaking skills!

Empowered Teen After School

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 5:45pm - 7:30pm
Multipurpose Room C at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Educational, Technology, Workshops
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Our EmpowerTeen program is back! Join us for a free 8-week program, where teens will hear from local motivational speakers and learn all about improving social skills, keeping focu...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Multipurpose Room C
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Educational, Technology, Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Our EmpowerTeen program is back! Join us for a free 8-week program, where teens will hear from local motivational speakers and learn all about improving social skills, keeping focus, and becoming a great human.

Empowered Teen Summit

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Multipurpose Room ABC at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

The time has come to celebrate your incredible achievements! Join us for a special graduation ceremony to mark the successful conclusion of our 9-week Empowered Teen After School p...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Multipurpose Room ABC
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 150
Event Details:

The time has come to celebrate your incredible achievements! Join us for a special graduation ceremony to mark the successful conclusion of our 9-week Empowered Teen After School program. 

A rainbow embroidery sample featuring the back stitch, blanket stitch, chain stitch, cross stitch, feather stitch, fly stitch, french knot, lazy daisy stitch, straight stitch, satin stitch, seed stitch, and stem stitch

Embroidery Basics

Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
2nd Floor Conference Room 1 at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us in the ECC Makerspace to pick up a new hobby with this adorable embroidery sampler project. Learn the starter stitches to jump into embroidery in this beginner focused clas...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Conference Room 1
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Join us in the ECC Makerspace to pick up a new hobby with this adorable embroidery sampler project. Learn the starter stitches to jump into embroidery in this beginner focused class just in time to take your mind off the holiday season!

Puzzle Exchange

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Multipurpose Room ABC at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly, Special Events
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Calling all puzzle lovers! Tired of doing the same puzzles? Do you have a puzzle stash in your closet that you’re ready to get rid of? If you're eager to try out new-to-you puzzles...

Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Multipurpose Room ABC
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Family Friendly, Special Events
Event Details:

Calling all puzzle lovers! Tired of doing the same puzzles? Do you have a puzzle stash in your closet that you’re ready to get rid of?

a drawstring bag with buttons spilling out

Sewn Drawstring Bags

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Wren Meeting Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

This class is a part of our Quilt N' Sew classes which is a beginner level sewing and quilting class. Each class we will sew a simple project on the sewing machine and learn new te...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Wren Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

This class is a part of our Quilt N' Sew classes which is a beginner level sewing and quilting class. Each class we will sew a simple project on the sewing machine and learn new techniques to take you from beginner level to a skilled stitcher.

A GO board seen midge as the battle for territory rages on.

GO Club

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us every 2nd Tuesday for the Anderson County Library GO Club! This simple yet beautiful strategy game is perfect for anyone looking to test their skills and grow their mind. H...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

Join us every 2nd Tuesday for the Anderson County Library GO Club! This simple yet beautiful strategy game is perfect for anyone looking to test their skills and grow their mind. Having been played for thousands of years, GO is for everyone!

ticket to ride

Board Game Night with Empire Games: Ticket to Ride

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Love board games but don't always have someone to play with? Join us for our new board game night, in partnership with Empire Games! Empire staff will be on-site to demo board game...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Love board games but don't always have someone to play with? Join us for our new board game night, in partnership with Empire Games! Empire staff will be on-site to demo board games, play through games, and talk board gaming.

Computer Basics for Teens

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Educational, Technology
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

This class will cover basic computer software, like Word, PowerPoint, and Excel for academic purposes. We will also introduce website design, covering basic elements.  The ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Educational, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

This class will cover basic computer software, like Word, PowerPoint, and Excel for academic purposes. We will also introduce website design, covering basic elements. 

Yarn, string, and other craft supplies

Watercolor Holiday Designs

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Let's celebrate! Perfect for cards, decorations, or your journal, let mixed media artist Consie Sindet get you in the holiday spirit with this special watercolor class!

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Let's celebrate! Perfect for cards, decorations, or your journal, let mixed media artist Consie Sindet get you in the holiday spirit with this special watercolor class!

Family Showtime Saturday: The Grinch

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Multipurpose Room BC at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Family Friendly, Movies, Games & Anime, Special Events
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Bring your blankets and join us for a 'picnic style' showing of Jim Carrey's The Grinch. Families with children of all ages are welcome! Snacks will be provided, but feel free to b...

Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Multipurpose Room BC
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Family Friendly, Movies, Games & Anime, Special Events
Event Details:

Bring your blankets and join us for a 'picnic style' showing of Jim Carrey's The Grinch. Families with children of all ages are welcome! Snacks will be provided, but feel free to bring some of your own.

paul

Board Game Workshop with Paul DeMichael

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Multipurpose Room A at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Movies, Games & Anime, STEM, Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Immerse yourself in an exciting afternoon with local tabletop game creator, Paul DeMichael! Explore the captivating world of the Blue Ibis Egyptian Senet Board Game, receive take-h...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Multipurpose Room A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Movies, Games & Anime, STEM, Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Immerse yourself in an exciting afternoon with local tabletop game creator, Paul DeMichael!

Ultimate Builders Master Challenge

Ultimate Master Builders Challenge: Build a Winter Wonderland

11/19/2024 @ 1:00pm to 12/31/2024 @ 6:00pm
Electric City Creative Self-Guided Programs at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, STEM
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

CHALLENGE: Build a Winter Wonderland in 1-hour!Tweens, Teens, and Adults are invited to construct their creations using LEGO sets and timers provided by the library.Legos will be a...

Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Self-Guided Programs
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, STEM
Event Details:

CHALLENGE: Build a Winter Wonderland in 1-hour!

Tweens, Teens, and Adults are invited to construct their creations using LEGO sets and timers provided by the library.

Legos will be available for:

Jurassic World movie poster

Craft Movie Night: Jurassic World & Dino Fossils & Egg Painting

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Experience the thrill of DiNovember at our Craft Movie Night! Don't miss out on the excitement of watching dinosaurs wreak havoc on an island theme park while witnessing Chris Prat...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Experience the thrill of DiNovember at our Craft Movie Night! Don't miss out on the excitement of watching dinosaurs wreak havoc on an island theme park while witnessing Chris Pratt train a Velociraptor squad in Jurassic World.

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Designing Zines

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Curious about what zines are and how they can be used to help you share your art, words, or thoughts? Start here! We will be talking about and looking over a variety of zines and t...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Curious about what zines are and how they can be used to help you share your art, words, or thoughts? Start here! We will be talking about and looking over a variety of zines and their attributes and which kind of zine would match your vision.

FriYAY Teen Drop-In

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Leigh Ann Carter Room at Pendleton Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Enjoy a causal afternoon at the library to end the week. Each month we'll have an array of games, activities, and maybe even a craft or movie. Plus snacks. Featured this month...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Pendleton Library
Room: Leigh Ann Carter Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Enjoy a causal afternoon at the library to end the week. Each month we'll have an array of games, activities, and maybe even a craft or movie. Plus snacks. 

an image of a coffee cup next to a pair of knitting needles and yarn. The words "Morning Fiber" appear in front of the image.

Morning Fiber

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us to get in some early morning fiber art crafting with fellow knitters and crocheting friends. This is a casual drop-in style class where you can work on your personal projec...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join us to get in some early morning fiber art crafting with fellow knitters and crocheting friends.

board games

Out To Win

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Whether you're a board and tabletop games aficionado or you just want to enjoy the fun atmosphere, we'll have a seat waiting for you!

Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Event Details:

Whether you're a board and tabletop games aficionado or you just want to enjoy the fun atmosphere, we'll have a seat waiting for you!

Weaving: Hands-On History

Weaving: A Hands on History

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Explore the evolution of weaving in this hands-on history lesson where you will get to weave your own mini wall-hanging. We will talk about the historical influence of textiles and...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Explore the evolution of weaving in this hands-on history lesson where you will get to weave your own mini wall-hanging.

A GO board seen midge as the battle for territory rages on.

GO Club

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us every 2nd Tuesday for the Anderson County Library GO Club! This simple yet beautiful strategy game is perfect for anyone looking to test their skills and grow their mind. H...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

Join us every 2nd Tuesday for the Anderson County Library GO Club! This simple yet beautiful strategy game is perfect for anyone looking to test their skills and grow their mind. Having been played for thousands of years, GO is for everyone!