All Events - This Month

Home School book Discussion Group: Museum of Thieves

Tue, 01 May 2012 17:00:00 +0000

A monthly book discussion group for home schooled teens. Join us as we discuss Museum of Thieves by Lian Tanner. Ages 9-12. Call 963-9031 to register.

Simpsonville (Hendricks) Branch

Teen Achievers

Tue, 01 May 2012 20:30:00 +0000

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. Call 269-5210 for more information.

Anderson Road (West) Branch

Survival Spanish II

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Tue, 01 May 2012 22:30:00 +0000

Basic knowledge of Spanish vocabulary is required. Cost is $80 for library card holders and seniors, $100 for others. Call Lifelong Learning at 355-6059. Registration form at www.greenvillelibrary.org. *No class April 3.

Pelham Road (F.W. Symmes) Branch

Fountain Inn Book Discussion

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Tue, 01 May 2012 23:00:00 +0000

City of Tranquil Light by Bo Caldwell. Questions? Call 862-2576.

Fountain Inn (Kerry Ann Younts Culp) Branch

Spanish Café/Café español

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Tue, 01 May 2012 23:00:00 +0000

¡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.

Mauldin (W. Jack Greer) Branch

Teen Achievers

Wed, 02 May 2012 20:30:00 +0000

Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch

Unraveled: Knit and Crochet Group

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Thu, 03 May 2012 14:00:00 +0000

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. Questions? Call 877-8722.

Greer (Jean M. Smith) Branch

Reading for Fun!

Thu, 03 May 2012 19:30:00 +0000

Celebrate reading with stories and a craft. We’ll also explore fun games and music activities each week. For children in grades K5-5. No groups. Call 269-5210 to register.

Anderson Road (West) Branch

Intermediate Knitting

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Thu, 03 May 2012 22:00:00 +0000

Take your knitting skills to the next level and learn how to knit in the round, using two different methods. We’ll start off with a simple rolled brim hat you can make in any size. Call 277-7397 for a material list and registration.

Mauldin (W. Jack Greer) Branch

Unraveled: Knit and Crochet Group

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Sat, 05 May 2012 14:00:00 +0000

Travelers Rest (Sargent) Branch

Spring Cupcake Extravaganza

Sat, 05 May 2012 17:00:00 +0000

Rebekah Trieper returns with new spring and summer 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.

Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch

Spring Film Series

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Sat, 05 May 2012 18:00:00 +0000

Join us for the 2009 comedy (500) Days of Summer starring Zooey Deschanel and Joseph Gordon-Levitt. Refreshments served. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. This film is PG-13. Questions? Call 963-9031.

Simpsonville (Hendricks) Branch

Twilight Tales: Library Mice

Mon, 07 May 2012 23:00:00 +0000

Join us for a story and songs about book loving mice. Make an edible craft from chocolate to take home. Children may wear their pajamas. All ages welcome. Questions? Call 527-9248.

Hughes Main Library, Story Room

Scribblers Writing Group

dmesaris@greenvillelibary.org — Mon, 07 May 2012 23:00:00 +0000

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

Berea (Sarah Dobey Jones) Branch

Mind Your Manners

Tue, 08 May 2012 20:00:00 +0000

Mother’s Day is coming; impress Mom with your manners. Learn from an etiquette expert and practice them while enjoying a meal. Ages 9-12. Space is limited. Registration begins April 2. Call 277-0161.

Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch

Teen Achievers

Tue, 08 May 2012 20:30:00 +0000

Anderson Road (West) Branch

Augusta Road Reading in Color Book Discussion

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Tue, 08 May 2012 22:00:00 +0000

For Love and Grace by Kendra Norman Bellamy. Questions? Call 277-0161.

Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch

Survival Spanish II

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Tue, 08 May 2012 22:30:00 +0000

Pelham Road (F.W. Symmes) Branch

Taylors Branch Book Discussion

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Tue, 08 May 2012 23:00:00 +0000

The Secret History of the Pink Carnation by Lauren Willig. Questions? Call 268-5955.

Taylors (Burdette) Branch

Chautauqua: Denmark Vesey

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Tue, 08 May 2012 23:00:00 +0000

Join us for a scholarly lecture and open discussion. Denmark Vesey was judged guilty for planning a slave rebellion in Charleston, SC. This program is part of the 2012 Chautauqua series: They Came to America. Questions? Call 244-1499.

Hughes Main Library, Meeting Rooms A-C

Spanish Café/Café español

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Tue, 08 May 2012 23:00:00 +0000

Mauldin (W. Jack Greer) Branch

Scribblers Writing Group

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Tue, 08 May 2012 23:00:00 +0000

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

Simpsonville (Hendricks) Branch

Teen Achievers

Wed, 09 May 2012 20:30:00 +0000

Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch

Home School Time at the Library

Thu, 10 May 2012 14:00:00 +0000

Join us for a new topic each month! Learn about a famous person or event, make something crafty or get creative with a fun writing assignment. Ages 8 and up. Call 877-8722 or email greer@greenvillelibrary.org to register.

Greer (Jean M. Smith) Branch

Reading for Fun!

Thu, 10 May 2012 19:30:00 +0000

Celebrate reading with stories and a craft. We’ll also explore fun games and music activities each week. For children in grades K5-5. No groups. Call 269-5210 to register.

Anderson Road (West) Branch

Spring Film Series

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Thu, 10 May 2012 22:00:00 +0000

Join us for the 1950 Western Broken Arrow starring James Stewart and Jeff Chandler. Refreshments served. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. This film is unrated. Questions? Call 277-0161.

Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch

Unraveled: Knit and Crochet Group

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Thu, 10 May 2012 22:00:00 +0000

Mauldin (W. Jack Greer) Branch

Carolina Bronze Handbell Ensemble

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Thu, 10 May 2012 23:00:00 +0000

Join us for a perfect outing for Mom, as we celebrate spring with a handbell concert. Questions? Call 527-9293.

Hughes Main Library, Meeting Rooms A-C

Hello Computer!

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Fri, 11 May 2012 14:00:00 +0000

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.

Simpsonville (Hendricks) Branch

Unraveled: Knit and Crochet Group

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Sat, 12 May 2012 14:00:00 +0000

Berea (Sarah Dobey Jones) Branch

Travelers Rest Book Discussion

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Mon, 14 May 2012 17:00:00 +0000

Arcadia by Tom Stoppard. Questions? Call 834-3650.

Travelers Rest (Sargent) Branch

Spring Film Series

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Mon, 14 May 2012 22:00:00 +0000

Join us for the 1957 classic film Heaven Knows Mr. Allison starring Deborah Kerr and Robert Mitchum. Refreshments served. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. This film is not rated. Call 268-5955.

Taylors (Burdette) Branch

Tinkering With Technology

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Mon, 14 May 2012 23:00:00 +0000

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. Questions? Call 527-9229 or email cgrewcock@greenvillelibrary.org.

Hughes Main Library, Meeting Room A

Childcare Training

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Tue, 15 May 2012 22:00:00 +0000

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 of Greenville County Schools at 355-6053 to register.

Mauldin (W Jack Greer) Branch

Scribblers Writing Group

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Tue, 15 May 2012 22:30:00 +0000

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.

Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch

Employment Readiness: Resume Rescue

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Wed, 16 May 2012 19:00:00 +0000

Learn tips for creating or updating a resume with positive impact. Call 862-2576 to register.

Fountain Inn (Kerry Ann Younts Culp) Branch

Don’t Have a Stroke

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Thu, 17 May 2012 16:00:00 +0000

Learn risk factors, signs and symptoms, and the latest treatment options for stroke. Lunch provided, registration required. To register, call 1-877-GHS-INFO (447-4636) or visit ghs.org/360healthed.

Berea (Sarah Dobey Jones) Branch

Reading for Fun!

Thu, 17 May 2012 19:30:00 +0000

Celebrate reading with stories and a craft. We’ll also explore fun games and music activities each week. For children in grades K5-5. No groups. Call 269-5210 to register.

Anderson Road (West) Branch

Unraveled: Knit and Crochet Group

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Thu, 17 May 2012 22:00:00 +0000

Mauldin (W. Jack Greer) Branch

Seasonal Gardening Series: Organic Fertilizers From A-Z

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Thu, 17 May 2012 22:30:00 +0000

Join Master Gardener Susan Temple to learn about the ins and outs of organic fertilizers, from A-Z. Questions? Call 269-5120.

Anderson Road (West) Branch

Let's Pretend: Zookeeper

Fri, 18 May 2012 14:30:00 +0000

We need all young zookeepers to help with our imaginary zoo. We begin with stories and songs that lead to pretend play. Ages 2-5. Space is limited. Registration begins April 20. Call 527-9248.

Hughes Main Library, Meeting Room A

Let's Pretend: Zookeeper

Fri, 18 May 2012 19:30:00 +0000

We need all young zookeepers to help with our imaginary zoo. We begin with stories and songs that lead to pretend play. Ages 2-5. Space is limited. Registration begins April 20. Call 527-9248.

Hughes Main Library, Meeting Room A

Hello Computer!

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Sat, 19 May 2012 13:30:00 +0000

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 269-5210 to register.

Anderson Road (West) Branch

Unraveled: Knit and Crochet Group

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Sat, 19 May 2012 14:00:00 +0000

Taylors (Burdette) Branch

Beginning Microsoft Word 2007

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Sat, 19 May 2012 15:30:00 +0000

Learn how to produce and manage documents using Word 2007. Participants must be able to use a mouse and have basic typing skills. Call 269-5210 to register.

Anderson Road (West) Branch

Intermediate Microsoft Word 2007

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Sat, 19 May 2012 17:30:00 +0000

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. Call 269-5210 to register.

Anderson Road (West) Branch

Spring Film Series

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Sat, 19 May 2012 18:00:00 +0000

Celebrate Armed Forces Day by joining us for a screening of Twelve O’Clock High starring Gregory Peck and Hugh Marlowe. Refreshments served. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. This film is not rated. Questions? Call 834-3650.

Travelers Rest (Sargent) Branch

Computer Practice Sessions

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Sat, 19 May 2012 19:30:00 +0000

Computer savvy volunteers will be on hand to help you with your computer questions during individual two-hour practice sessions. Call 269-5210 to register.

Anderson Road (West) Branch

Scribblers Writing Group

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Mon, 21 May 2012 23:00:00 +0000

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.

Greer (Jean M. Smith) Branch

Bookends: Mother-Daughter Book Group

Tue, 22 May 2012 23:00:00 +0000

In Matched by Ally Condie, seventeen year old Cassia is told what to eat, what job to take, even who she will marry. What happens when she begins to question the rules? Fans of The Hunger Games will love this dystopian novel! Come prepared to discuss the book and play a trivia game. For girls in grades 8-12 with an adult female caregiver. Call 527-9248 to register.

Hughes Main Library, Story Room

Simpsonville Book Discussion

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Thu, 24 May 2012 17:00:00 +0000

Undaunted Courage by Stephen E. Ambrose. Questions? Call 963-9031.

Simpsonville (Hendricks) Branch

Reading for Fun!

Thu, 24 May 2012 19:30:00 +0000

Celebrate reading with stories and a craft. We’ll also explore fun games and music activities each week. For children in grades K5-5. No groups. Call 269-5210 to register.

Anderson Road (West) Branch

Spring Film Series

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Thu, 24 May 2012 22:00:00 +0000

Join us for the 1954 classic film On the Waterfront starring Marlon Brando and Karl Malden. Refreshments served. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. This film is unrated. Questions? Call 277-0161.

Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch

Employment Readiness: Resume Rescue

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Fri, 25 May 2012 14:00:00 +0000

Learn tips for creating or updating a resume with positive impact. Participants are invited to a follow-up session in the afternoon. Call 963-9031 to register.

Simpsonville (Hendricks) Branch

Employment Readiness: Resume Lab

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Fri, 25 May 2012 17:00:00 +0000

Participants in the morning’s Resume Rescue program are invited back to work on their resumes. Staff will be available for individual assistance. Space is limited.

Simpsonville (Hendricks) Branch

Fun, Friendly Knitting!

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Sat, 26 May 2012 14:00:00 +0000

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. Questions? Call 527-9293.

Hughes Main Library, Meeting Room A

Closed

Sun, 27 May 2012 4:00:00 +0000

Closed

Mon, 28 May 2012 4:00:00 +0000

Berea Book Discussion

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.orh — Tue, 29 May 2012 14:00:00 +0000

My Reading Life by Pat Conroy. Questions? Call 246-1695.

Berea (Sarah Dobey Jones) Branch

Hello Computer!

dmesaris@greenvillelibrary.org — Wed, 30 May 2012 14:00:00 +0000

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 268-5955 to register.

Taylors (Burdette) Branch