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All Anderson County Library locations will be closed Friday, December 6 for staff training. FEMA assistance will be available from 9 AM to 5 PM at the Anderson Main Library. 

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Geek Fest: Dungeons & Dragons Miniature Painting & Castle in the Sky

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Movies, Games & Anime, Special Events
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Are you ready for Geek Fest? Join us for an amazing afternoon of fun and creativity! Whether you're an experienced miniature painter or a newbie, you'll have a blast painting your ...

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, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:

Are you ready for Geek Fest? Join us for an amazing afternoon of fun and creativity!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Geek Fest: Marvel Drawing with Author and Illustrator Jerry DeCaire - Session 2

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Multipurpose Room ABC at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Authors, Educational, Movies, Games & Anime, Special Events, Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at Geek Fest with Marvel author and illustrator Jerry DeCaire! In this dynamic 1.5-hour session, Jerry will unveil the secrets behind comi...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Multipurpose Room ABC
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Authors, Educational, Movies, Games & Anime, Special Events, Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 176
Event Details:

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at Geek Fest with Marvel author and illustrator Jerry DeCaire!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crafters Welcome

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Children's Area at Jennie Erwin (Honea Path) Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Bring your latest project and have fun with orther crafters as you knit, crochet, paint, and more.

Library Branch: Jennie Erwin (Honea Path) Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Event Details:

Bring your latest project and have fun with orther crafters as you knit, crochet, paint, and more.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Chess Club @ Anderson

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Whether you are new to chess or looking to add more finesse to your chess moves, this is the club for you! Chess expert Vincent will teach various strategies that will up your ches...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Whether you are new to chess or looking to add more finesse to your chess moves, this is the club for you! Chess expert Vincent will teach various strategies that will up your chess game.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crochet Basics

Friday, January 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Unwind with a new hobby and start crocheting! Have you been searching for where to start on your fiber arts journey? Join us in the Electric City Makerspace to learn the foundation...

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:

Unwind with a new hobby and start crocheting! Have you been searching for where to start on your fiber arts journey?

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mini Makers: Pokemon Afternoon

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Come join us in the Anderson County Library Makerspace for a special Pokémon afternoon full of crafts and snacks and activities! Ages 8-17. All children under 12 must have an ...

Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Classroom
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Event Details:

Come join us in the Anderson County Library Makerspace for a special Pokémon afternoon full of crafts and snacks and activities! 

Ages 8-17. All children under 12 must have an accompanying adult.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

GO Club

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 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!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Anime Club

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Hang out, eat snacks, watch new or classic anime. Each month we'll have a bonus game or activity as well! Any questions please email teens@andersonlibrary.org.All teens welcom...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Hang out, eat snacks, watch new or classic anime. Each month we'll have a bonus game or activity as well! 

Any questions please email teens@andersonlibrary.org.

All teens welcome (ages 12-18).

 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crafters Welcome

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Children's Area at Jennie Erwin (Honea Path) Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Bring your latest project and have fun with orther crafters as you knit, crochet, paint, and more.

Library Branch: Jennie Erwin (Honea Path) Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Event Details:

Bring your latest project and have fun with orther crafters as you knit, crochet, paint, and more.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Chess Club @ Anderson

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Whether you are new to chess or looking to add more finesse to your chess moves, this is the club for you! Chess expert Vincent will teach various strategies that will up your ches...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Whether you are new to chess or looking to add more finesse to your chess moves, this is the club for you! Chess expert Vincent will teach various strategies that will up your chess game.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Stay Safe: Protecting Families from Human Trafficking

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Multipurpose Room BC at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Educational, Special Events
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

The internet has expanded our world in amazing ways while also opening our teens and kids up to possible risks. This program will provide knowledge, discussion, and practical steps...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Multipurpose Room BC
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Educational, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 90
Event Details:

The internet has expanded our world in amazing ways while also opening our teens and kids up to possible risks.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Morning Fiber

Saturday, January 25, 2025 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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crafters Welcome

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Children's Area at Jennie Erwin (Honea Path) Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Bring your latest project and have fun with orther crafters as you knit, crochet, paint, and more.

Library Branch: Jennie Erwin (Honea Path) Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Event Details:

Bring your latest project and have fun with orther crafters as you knit, crochet, paint, and more.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Zines 101: Self Publishing For Yourself

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Electric City Creative at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

The start of our new Zine Scene! A bi-monthly workshop where we create and discuss zines!A zine is a small press publication that anyway can create to share whatever they feel like...

Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Workshops
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

The start of our new Zine Scene! A bi-monthly workshop where we create and discuss zines!

A zine is a small press publication that anyway can create to share whatever they feel like they need to share. 

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Chess Club @ Anderson

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Whether you are new to chess or looking to add more finesse to your chess moves, this is the club for you! Chess expert Vincent will teach various strategies that will up your ches...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Whether you are new to chess or looking to add more finesse to your chess moves, this is the club for you! Chess expert Vincent will teach various strategies that will up your chess game.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

GO Club

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 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!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Hands Only CPR for Teens

Friday, February 14, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cely Room at Powdersville Library
Program Type:
Educational, Health & Fitness
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Tedra McGillan from the American Heart Association will demonstrate and explain the importance of hands-only CPR. Students will have the opportunity to practice what they learn and...

Required
Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Educational, Health & Fitness
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Tedra McGillan from the American Heart Association will demonstrate and explain the importance of hands-only CPR. Students will have the opportunity to practice what they learn and have their questions answered by a professional. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crafters Welcome

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Children's Area at Jennie Erwin (Honea Path) Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Bring your latest project and have fun with orther crafters as you knit, crochet, paint, and more.

Library Branch: Jennie Erwin (Honea Path) Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Event Details:

Bring your latest project and have fun with orther crafters as you knit, crochet, paint, and more.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Chess Club @ Anderson

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Whether you are new to chess or looking to add more finesse to your chess moves, this is the club for you! Chess expert Vincent will teach various strategies that will up your ches...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Whether you are new to chess or looking to add more finesse to your chess moves, this is the club for you! Chess expert Vincent will teach various strategies that will up your chess game.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

"Reel" Connections

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Lights, Camera, Action! Love is in the air, so let's gather to watch Gnomeo and Juliet (Rated G). Enjoy a "gnome" inspired snack (may contain allergens) and make your very own gnom...

Required
Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Lights, Camera, Action! Love is in the air, so let's gather to watch Gnomeo and Juliet (Rated G). Enjoy a "gnome" inspired snack (may contain allergens) and make your very own gnome to decorate your room or locker! Ages 12-18 welcome.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Craft Cafe

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Cely Room at Powdersville Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Come be crafty for an hour at the library! Each program will focus on a different type of craft and light snacks will be provided. This month's craft is creating unique diamond art...

Required
Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Come be crafty for an hour at the library! Each program will focus on a different type of craft and light snacks will be provided. This month's craft is creating unique diamond art. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Anime Club

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Hang out, eat snacks, watch new or classic anime. Each month we'll have a bonus game or activity as well! Any questions please email teens@andersonlibrary.org.All teens welcom...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Hang out, eat snacks, watch new or classic anime. Each month we'll have a bonus game or activity as well! 

Any questions please email teens@andersonlibrary.org.

All teens welcome (ages 12-18).

 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Morning Fiber

Saturday, February 22, 2025 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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

How to Get Free Money for School

Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Ever wanted to get some free money to fund your schooling? Come hear Angela Hill talk about how to find the right scholarships that apply to YOU to propel you to a more affordable ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Ever wanted to get some free money to fund your schooling? Come hear Angela Hill talk about how to find the right scholarships that apply to YOU to propel you to a more affordable education.