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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 in any program or service offered by the library system, provided that reasonable advanced notification has been received by the ADA Coordinator, who can be reached at527-9240 or [email protected].

para ayudar con sus preguntas sobre la biblioteca, habrá un ayudante bilingüe a su disposición cada primer sabado del mes en el hughes library. Búscalo en el departamento de niños.

To help with your library questions, a spanish/english speaker will be available on the first saturday of every month in the children’s area of the hughes main library.

The Library SySTemwiLL be cLoSedmonday, February 15For STaFF deveLopmenT.

Library Board of TrusteesJoseph L. AllenSusan Barry (Secretary)Grady ButlerDouglas Churdar (Chairman)Robert Clark (Vice-Chairman)Brady GilbertS. Allan Hill (Treasurer)Wanda LathamDeryl ParadisMary Ellen PulsAlice Ramos

Library DirectorBeverly [email protected]

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access is a newsleTTer puBlicaTion creaTed six Times a year By The Greenville counTy liBrary sysTem. This newsleTTer is desiGned To keep you informed and involved in your local puBlic liBrary.

www.greenvillelibrary.orgAARP TAx ASSiSTAnCEWednesdays and Thursdays February 3-April 15 • 9:00a-2:00pGreer (Jean M. Smith) Branch

AARP offers free tax assistance to elderly and low-income taxpayers. Call 877-8722 for an appointment and more information.

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No matter your age, the library is the perfect starting place to better your relationship with your money. Wrap up 2009 with our tax assistance courtesy of volunteers from AARP or VITA from the United Way. Look ahead using new materials on money sense designed to help at every level of financial experience. Even children and teens have the opportunity to learn about spending and saving in our Money Smarts for Kids! series. Receive tax help and learn financial basics and smart investment practices – all at no cost from the library! Now what makes better Money Sense than that?

Look for listings with the piggy bank for program details. Want more online? Visit our Smart Investing @ Your Library page on our website for more information about materials and events. www.greenvillelibrary.org

VITA: VolunTeer Income TAx ASSiSTAnCEQualified volunteers will provide free income tax assistance. Call United Way at 211 for appointments and more information.

AARP TAx ASSiSTAnCEWednesdays and Thursdays February 3-April 15 • 9:00a-2:00pGreer (Jean M. Smith) Branch

AARP offers free tax assistance to elderly and low-income taxpayers. Call 877-8722 for an appointment and more information.

Mondays/Tuesdays/ThursdaysFebruary 1-March 255:00p-8:00pTravelers Rest Branch

WednesdaysFebruary 3-March 2412:00p-4:00pMain Library

SaturdaysFebruary 13-April 1012:00p-4:00pFountain Inn Branch

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Fountain inn Book DiscussionTuesday, February 2 • 7:00p-8:30p

Fountain inn (Kerry Ann Younts Culp) BranchPrayers for Sale by Sandra Dallas. Call 862-2576.

AARP Tax AssistanceWednesdays and Thursdays

February 3-April 15 • 9:00a-2:00pGreer (Jean M. Smith) Branch

AARP offers free tax assistance to elderly and low-income taxpayers. Call 877-8722 for an appointment.

Travelers Rest Book Discussion monday, February 8 • 1:00p-2:00p

Travelers Rest (Sargent) BranchA Bell for Adano by John Hersey. Call 834-3650.

Survival Spanish Level imondays, February 8-march 22* • 6:00p-8:00p

Mauldin (W. Jack Greer) BranchLacking simple Spanish language skills? Learn basic

vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation. Participant fee is $70 for library card holders and seniors, $90 for others. Call Lifelong Learning of Greenville County Schools at 355-6053

to register. *No class February 15.

Augusta Road Reading in ColorBook Discussion

Tuesday, February 9 • 7:00p-8:00pAugusta Road (Ramsey Family) Branch

The Prisoner’s Wife by Asha Bandele. Call 277-0161.

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Qualified volunteers will provide free

income tax assistance. Call United Way at 211

for appointments andmore information.

MonDays/TuEsDays/ThursDaysFebruary 1-25 • 5:00p-8:00p

Travelers Rest Branch

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Taylors Mystery Book DiscussionTuesday, February 9 • 7:00p-8:00pTaylors (Burdette) BranchDeath in Holy Orders by P.D. James.Call 268-5955.

Scribblers Writing GroupTuesday, February 9 • 7:00p-8:30pSimpsonville (Hendricks) BranchJoin our creative writing group for adults! Bring your best work or come to get inspired – scribblers at every level are welcome. Call 963-9031.

Living Well with Diabetes Thursday, February 11 • 7:00p-8:00pAugusta Road (Ramsey Family) BranchA medical care professional will share life-saving care and prevention information for diabetics and their loved ones. Call 277-0161.

Lifelong Learning Childcare TrainingParticipant fee is $15 per class. Call Lifelong Learning of Greenville County Schools at 355-6053 to register.

Survival SpanishLevel iThursdays, February 18-march 25 • 6:00p-8:00pAugusta Road (Ramsey Family) BranchLacking simple Spanish language skills? Learn basic vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation. Participant fee is

$70 for library card holders and seniors, $90 for others. Call Lifelong Learning of Greenville County Schools at355-6053 to register.

How to “i Do”Saturday, February 20 10:00a-12:00pMauldin (W. Jack Greer) BranchLibrary resources and area wedding professionals are brought together to help brides plan and budget

their wedding. All matrimonial minds are welcome! Gain practical advice and valuable tips at this popular program. Call 277-7397 to register.

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Tuesday, February 16 • 6:00p-8:30pMauldin (W. Jack Greer) Branch

Thursday, February 18 • 6:00p-8:30pBerea (Sarah Dobey Jones) Branch

Berea Book DiscussionTuesday, February 23 • 10:00a-11:00aBerea (Sarah Dobey Jones) BranchThe Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows. Call 246-1695.

Simpsonville Book DiscussionTuesday, February 23 • 10:30a-11:30aSimpsonville (Hendricks) BranchThe Help by Kathryn Stockett. Call 963-9031.

Language Learning DemoThursday, February 25 • 7:00p-8:30pHughes Main Library, Computer Training LabLearn Dutch, ESL English, French, German and Spanish from the comfort of your home! This workshop will demonstrate how to use our new TELL ME MORE online language learning database, available for no cost to all library cardholders. Space is limited and registration is required. Call 527-9219 to register.

Smart Investing: Your recipe for Success!Preparing to investSaturday, February 27 • 10:00a-12:00pHughes Main Library, Meeting Rooms A-CIn the first of six weekly sessions, learn how to create a budget, set investment goals and establish emergency funds. Learn how to choose investments wisely and practice good financial habits. Space is limited. Registration is required. Call 527-9293 to register.

VITA: Volunteer Income Tax AssistanceQualified volunteers will provide free income tax assistance. Call United Way at 211 for appointments and more information.

eeek! It’s a mouse! monday, march 1 • 9:30a-12:30p and 2:00p-5:00pHughes Main Library, Computer Training LabLearn the basics of Windows, how to operate a mouse, use toolbars, size windows and play cards. This class is free, but registration is required. Call Lifelong Learning of Greenville County Schools at 355-6059.

Taylors Knitting GroupSaturday, February 20 • 10:00a-12:00p

Taylors (Burdette) BranchLearn how to knit or improve your knitting skills with new

or ongoing projects. Patterns available and all skill levels welcome. Bring your own yarn and needles. Registration is

required. Call 268-5955 to register.

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MonDays/TuEsDays/ThursDaysmarch 1-25 • 5:00p-8:00pTravelers Rest Branch

WEDnEsDaysmarch 3-24 •12:00p-4:00pMain Library

saTurDaysmarch 6-27 • 12:00p-4:00pFountain Inn Branch

This popular database is a first-rate source of data and advice on stocks, mutual funds, industries, the stock market and the economy. Explore the online tutorial, Value Line university, to learn more about investing.

www.greenvillelibrary.org > Research >Categorized Directory > Business, investing, & Fundraising > Value Line investment Survey

This database provides access to company financials and research, industry surveys and biographical information about corporate executives. new to investing? Explore the Financial Education section with a Smart investing tutorial. Check out the Retirement Tutorial in the same section.

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Augusta Road Reading in ColorBook DiscussionTuesday, march 9 • 7:00p-8:00pAugusta Road (Ramsey Family) BranchYour Blues Ain’t Like Mine by Bebe Moore Campbell.Call 277-0161.

Taylors Mystery Book Discussion Tuesday, march 9 • 7:00p-8:00pTaylors (Burdette) BranchAbsent Friends by S.J. Rozan. Call 268-5955.

Scribblers Writing GroupTuesday, march 9 • 7:00p-8:30pSimpsonville (Hendricks) BranchJoin our creative writing group for adults! Bring your best work or come to get inspired – scribblers at every level are welcome. Call 963-9031.

Easter Fun with Foodand FlowersThursday, march 11 • 6:30p-8:00pGreer (Jean M. Smith) BranchLocal radio personality Nancy Welch

will demonstrate quick and easy ideas for Easter decorating and food preparation. Call 877-8722 to register.

Smart Investing: Your recipe for Success!uS Treasury Securities andCommon Types of investmentsSaturday, march 13 • 10:00a-12:00pHughes Main Library, Meeting Rooms A-CIn the third of six weekly sessions, join a discussion of treasury debt, marketable securities and investment risk, followed by advice on buying, selling and using treasuries. Space is limited. Registration is required. Call 527-9293to register.

real life Internet: The BasicsTuesday, march 16 • 2:30p-4:00pHughes Main LibraryComputer Training LabLearn how to surf the web using an

internet browser. Participants should know how to use a mouse and have basic typing skills. Registration is required.Call 242-5000 x3223.

Fountain inn Book DiscussionTuesday, march 2 • 7:00p-8:30p

Fountain inn (Kerry Ann Younts Culp) BranchSerena by Ron Rash. Call 862-2576.

Windows XPTuesday-Friday, march 2-5 • 9:30a-12:30p

Hughes Main Library, Computer Training LabThis 12-hour class includes an introduction to the desktop and Windows Explorer. You will also learn how to manage

folders, plus how to find, save and sort documents. Cost is $70 for library card holders and seniors, $90 for others. Call

Lifelong Learning of Greenville County Schoolsat 355-6059.

Microsoft Word xPTuesday-Friday, march 2-5 • 2:00p-5:00p

Hughes Main LibraryComputer Training Lab

Learn to create, save and format documents – and more! Cost is $70 for library card

holders and seniors, $90 for others. Call Lifelong Learning of Greenville County Schools at 355-6059.

Before There Was a GreenvilleFriday, march 5 • 7:00p-8:30p

Hughes Main Library, Meeting Rooms A-CAlexia Helsley, historian and author of the recently

published book, Hidden History of Greenville County, will present "Before There Was a Greenville." Preceding

reception and book signing, 5:30p-6:45p at the Upcountry History Museum. Call 527-9293.

Smart Investing: Your recipe for Success!Key investment Concepts and

Bank ProductsSaturday, march 6 • 10:00a-12:00p

Hughes Main Library, Meeting Rooms A-CIn the second of six weekly sessions, learn terms and

concepts like "rate of return" and "dollar cost averaging," then explore how to establish, allocate, diversify and

rebalance your financial portfolio. Different types of bank accounts and services will also be explained. Space is

limited. Registration is required. Call 527-9293 to register.

Travelers Rest Book Discussion monday, march 8 • 1:00p-2:00p

Travelers Rest (Sargent) BranchGirl in Hyacinth Blue by Susan Vreeland.

Call 834-3650.

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Lifelong LearningChildcare Training

Participant fee is $15 per class. Call Lifelong Learning of Greenville County Schools at 355-6053 to register.

Looking at Lake ConesteeThursday, march 18

7:00p-8:30pMauldin (W. Jack Greer) BranchA representative of the Conestee

Foundation will speak about the history of Lake Conestee Nature Park. Also learn about

available walking trails and future plans for the park.Call 277-7397 to register.

Smart Investing: Your recipe for Success!Retirement Savings Vehicles andChoosing the Right investments

Saturday, march 20 • 10:00a-12:00pHughes Main Library, Meeting Rooms A-C

In the fourth of six weekly sessions, enjoy a brief introduction to individual, employer-sponsored and small

business retirement plans, followed by general rules of investing for short-, medium- and long-term goals.

Information about risk tolerance and portfolio management close the session. Space is limited. Registration is required.

Call 527-9293 to register.

Taylors Knitting GroupSaturday, march 20 • 10:00a-12:00p




create Your own Sustainable environmentSaturday, march 20 • 11:00a-12:00p

Augusta Road (Ramsey Family) BranchLearn about common toxins in the home and workplace

and how to eliminate them. Tips include healthier product choices, lower energy tricks and steps to simpler living.

Call 277-0161.

Simpsonville Book Discussion Tuesday, march 23 • 10:30a-11:30a

Simpsonville (Hendricks) BranchThe Reader by Bernhard Schlink. Call 963-9031.

Tuesday, march 16 • 6:00p-8:30pMauldin (W. Jack Greer) Branch

Thursday, march 18 • 6:00p-8:30pBerea (Sarah Dobey Jones) Branch

coming in april The AmAzing ReAd 2010VelVa Jean learns to DriVe by Jennifer niven

KicKoff EvEntMeet the author:

Jennifer nivenThursday, April 8

6:30p-8:30pGreer (Jean M. Smith)

BranchThe author will be reading

selected passages from the book at 7:00p, followed by a question

and answer session. Books will be available

for purchase and author signing.

Meet the author: Jennifer nivenSaturday, April 10

3:00p-5:00pHughes Main Library Meeting Rooms A-C

Birding for BeginnersTuesday, march 23 • 7:00p-8:30pPelham Road (Symmes) BranchA representative from the Greenville County Bird Club will give a presentation on the fascinating

hobby of bird-watching. Call 288-6688.

Preparing YourSpring GardenTuesday, march 23 • 7:00p-8:30pMauldin (W. Jack Greer) BranchA master gardener discusses tips to begin your vegetable gardening and

landscaping. Call 277-7397 to register.

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Chautauqua DisCussions 2010 American Imaginationwww.greenvillelibrary.org

Hughes Main Librarywww.palmettobean.com

Café HoursMonday-Friday

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Saturday10:00a-5:00p

Sunday2:00p-5:00p

Fresh coffee, sandwiches, soups and salads

Heritage Aire Celtic EnsembleThursday, march 25 6:30p-8:30pHughes Main LibraryMeeting Rooms A-CJoin us for an evening of

Celtic music by this world-renowned group. One night only in Greenville!Call 527-9293.

Language Learning DemoThursday, march 25 • 7:00p-8:30pHughes Main Library, Computer Training LabLearn Dutch, ESL English, French, German and Spanish from the comfort of your home! This workshop will demonstrate how to use our new TELL ME MORE online language learning database, available for no cost to all library cardholders. Space is limited and registration is required. Call 527-9219 to register.

Smart Investing: Your recipe for Success!Managing investment Risk andEvaluating PerformanceSaturday, march 27 • 10:00a-12:00pHughes Main Library, Meeting Rooms A-CSession five of six opens with a discussion of risk assessment. Why do investors take risks and what types? Learn to minimize and protect your risks. Learn to read your statements and understand concepts like yield, return and capital gains and losses. Finish with tools for tracing your portfolio performance. Space is limited. Registration is required. Call 527-9293 to register.

Berea Book Discussion Tuesday, march 30 • 10:00a-11:00aBerea (Sarah Dobey Jones) BranchThe Help by Kathryn Stockett. Call 246-1695.

Smart Investing: Your recipe for Success!investment Professionals andSafeguarding investmentsSaturday, April 3 • 10:00a-12:00pHughes Main Library, Meeting Rooms A-CIn the final of six sessions, learn how investment professionals can help...if you know the different types of investors, the strategy involved in choosing one and how to check backgrounds. They can work with and for you to safeguard investments. You may also learn how to keep good records, learn investor rights and protections, and how to spot a fraud and file a complaint. Space is limited. Registration is required. Call 527-9293 to register.

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Visit the Friends Shop at the Hughes Main Library on

Heritage Green in Downtown Greenville to find creative items

and like-new books!

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Science Station: Soundmonday, February 8 • 2:00p-3:30p

Hughes Main Library, Meeting Room AExplore physics concepts such as resonance, sound waves,

sound amplification, frequency and wavelength. Open to 6th-8th grade home schooled students. Registration is in

progress. Call 527-9248 or [email protected].

In BeTween craft: SilhouettesWednesday, February 10 • 3:45p-4:45p

Hughes Main Library, Story RoomCreate an artful silhouette using shadow techniques. Open to all 4th-7th graders.

Registration is in progress. Call 527-9248 or email [email protected].

Study Break: Games!Friday, February 19 • 3:30p-4:30p

Anderson Road (West) BranchEnjoy an after school study break featuring Nintendo Wii

and board games. Open to all 6th-12th graders. Call527-9248 for more information.

Taylors Knitting GroupSaturday, February 20 • 10:00a-12:00p




café reads: BookDiscussion Group for Teens

Sunday, February 21 • 2:30p-3:30pHughes Main Library

Palmetto Bean CaféJoin us as we discuss Copper Sun by

Sharon Draper. Open to all 9th-12th graders. Registration in progress. Call 527-9248 or email

[email protected].

Teen Advisory Board monday, February 22 • 4:30p-5:30pHughes Main Library, Story Room

Interested in having a say in what goes on for teens at the library? Join our teen advisory board! Come share your

ideas. Open to all teens. Call 527-9247 or [email protected] for more information.

Bookends: mother-DaughterBook Discussion GroupTuesday, February 23 • 7:00p-8:30pHughes Main Library, Story RoomValentine’s Day may be over, but it’s always time for a good love story! This month’s selection is I’d Tell You I Love You, But Then I’d Have to Kill You by Ally Carter. Join us as we discuss this amusing story and make chocolate candies! For girls in grades 6-8 with an adult female caregiver.Call 527-9248 to register.

craft It: Sweater mittensThursday, February 25 • 4:30p-6:00pHughes Main Library, Meeting Room ARecycle old sweaters into mittens. All supplies provided. Open to all 6th-12th graders. Registration is limited and begins February 8. Call 527-9248 or [email protected].

Science Station:Yen, Euros, Dollarsmonday, march 8 • 2:00p-3:30pHughes Main LibraryMeeting Room ALearn about the stock market, world currency and foreign exchange. Test your money skills through Price

Is Right gaming! Open to 6th-8th grade home schooled students. Registration is limited and begins February 9. Call 527-9248 or email [email protected].

In BeTween craft: Abstract ArtWednesday, march 10 • 3:45p-4:45pHughes Main Library, Story RoomSpecial guest Art Museum Educator Terri Steck leads us as we learn to create abstract art. Open to all 4th-7th graders. Registration is limited and begins February 10. Call527-9248 or email [email protected].

craft It: Animationmonday, march 15 • 5:00p-6:30pHughes Main LibraryComputer Training LabExplore computer programming by experimenting with HTML and

create your own animated program using Scratch. Open to 6th-12th graders. Registration is limited and begins February 8. Call 527-9248 or [email protected].

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PIcturIng AMerIcA, an initiative of

the national endowment for the humanities, brings

masterpieces of american art into classrooms

and libraries nationwide. posters of these masterpieces will be on display at the hughes main library during the month

of february.

Twilight Tales: Sweetheartsmonday, February 1 • 7:00p-7:30pHughes Main Library, Story RoomJoin us for an evening of heartfelt stories as we celebrate Valentine’s Day. Enjoy stories and songs, plus make a Valentine’s Day craft. All ages welcome. Children may wear pajamas.

Kindercraft: edible necklacesWednesday, February 3 • 10:30a-11:00aHughes Main Library, Story RoomChildren will enjoy a story, then explore it by engaging in a related art activity. Ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver. Registration is in progress. Call 527-9248.

ever After Stories: Special eventThursday, February 4 • 7:00p-7:30pHughes Main Library, Story RoomEnjoy a special reading of How I Became a Pirate by New York Times bestselling author and Greenville native Melinda Long, plus a visit from some of the book

characters, courtesy of the SC Children’s Theatre. Children may come dressed as pirates. Ages 7 and up.

Reading ReadinessFriday, February 5 • 10:00a-12:00p Drop-inHughes Main Library, Meeting Rooms A-CWe have made the nationally acclaimed Every Child Ready to Read program interactive! You and your child will visit five learning stations (music, crafts, etc.) where you will work together to perform activities that will provide your child with pre-reading skills. Ages 4 and under with an adult caregiver. English/Spanish materials available. No groups. Three children per adult caregiver maximum.

Study Break: Games!Friday, march 19 • 3:30p-4:30pAnderson Road (West) Branch

Enjoy an after school study break featuring Nintendo Wii and board

games. Open to all 6th-12th graders. Call527-9248 for more information.

Taylors Knitting GroupSaturday, march 20 • 10:00a-12:00p

Taylors (Burdette) BranchLearn how to knit or improve your

knitting skills with new or ongoing projects. Patterns available and all skill levels welcome. Bring your own yarn

and needles. Registration is required. Call 268-5955to register.

Teen Advisory Board monday, march 29 • 4:30p-5:30p

Hughes Main LibraryStory Room

Interested in having a say in what goes on for teens at the library? Join our teen advisory board! Come share your ideas.

Open to all teens. Call 527-9247 or email [email protected] for more information.

Teen Volunteer DaySaturday, April 10 • 12:00p-4:00p

Hughes Main Library, Meeting Room ANeed volunteer hours? Here's a special opportunity for

teens to earn volunteer hours at the library. Earn up to 4 volunteer hours in one day. Participants will be working in

groups on different projects. Open to all teens. Registration is required and begins March 8. Call 527-9248 or email

[email protected].

Science Station: Green energymonday, April 12 • 2:00p-3:30p

Hughes Main Library, Meeting Room AExplore energy consumption and conduct experiments with

different forms of renewable energy. Registration begins March 8. Call 527-9248 or email

[email protected].

In BeTween craft: Seed mosaicsWednesday, April 14 • 3:45p-4:45pHughes Main Library, Story Room

Use different kinds of seeds to make a springtime mosaic. Open to 4th-7th graders. Registration is limited and begins

March 10. Call 527-9248 or [email protected].

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The library will be closed Monday, February 15. No morning children’s programs March 1-6 except Reading Readiness. For more information, visit www.greenvillelibrary.org or call 527-9248.

Ongoing Children’s Programs

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.

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

Ever After Stories: 30-minute evening story time for ages 7 and up. Travel with us as we explore folk and fairy tales from around the world through stories, songs and games. Monthly on Thursdays.

Family Fridays: 45-minute program with special performances by a variety of entertainers. Great family outing. Sponsored by the Friends

of the Greenville County Library System. Monthly.

Grandbaby Books: Bring your grandchildren (or children) for stories, singing and dancing. 30 minutes. All ages welcome.

Alternate Saturdays.

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. Registration begins 3 weeks before each program. Call 527-9248 to register. Weekly on Wednesdays.

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

Monday

Mauldin10:30a

Travelers Rest10:30a

Main10:00a

Tuesday

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Berea10:30a

Pelham Rd.9:30a11:00a

Main10:30a

Friday

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Anderson Rd.10:30a

Standard ProgramS

Story Time: 30 minutes of stories, music and games for preschool children.

Mother Goose on the Loose:Rhymes, rhythm and fun forbabies 1 month-24 months with an adult caregiver. Limit 40 people.No groups. Three children per adult caregiver maximum.

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

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

Wednesday

Pelham Rd.10:00a11:00a

Fountain Inn10:30a

Simpsonville10:00a11:00a

Thursday

Simpsonville10:00a11:00a

Augusta Rd.10:30a

Main11:00aTaylors10:30a

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Themed Ongoing Programs at the Hughes Main Library:

DeDicateD to socialization anD skill builDing

skills

Vocabulary, Print Motivation, School Readiness, Coordination

Coordination, Print Motivation, Phonemic Awareness, Vocabulary, Socialization

Coordination, PrintMotivation,Socialization,Vocabulary

Coordination,Rhythm,Following Instruction

PIcturIng AMerIcA, an initiative of

the national endowment for the humanities, brings

masterpieces of american art into classrooms

and libraries nationwide. posters of these masterpieces will be on display at the hughes main library during the month

of february.

Twilight Tales: Sweetheartsmonday, February 1 • 7:00p-7:30pHughes Main Library, Story RoomJoin us for an evening of heartfelt stories as we celebrate Valentine’s Day. Enjoy stories and songs, plus make a Valentine’s Day craft. All ages welcome. Children may wear pajamas.

Kindercraft: edible necklacesWednesday, February 3 • 10:30a-11:00aHughes Main Library, Story RoomChildren will enjoy a story, then explore it by engaging in a related art activity. Ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver. Registration is in progress. Call 527-9248.

ever After Stories: Special eventThursday, February 4 • 7:00p-7:30pHughes Main Library, Story RoomEnjoy a special reading of How I Became a Pirate by New York Times bestselling author and Greenville native Melinda Long, plus a visit from some of the book

characters, courtesy of the SC Children’s Theatre. Children may come dressed as pirates. Ages 7 and up.

Reading ReadinessFriday, February 5 • 10:00a-12:00p Drop-inHughes Main Library, Meeting Rooms A-CWe have made the nationally acclaimed Every Child Ready to Read program interactive! You and your child will visit five learning stations (music, crafts, etc.) where you will work together to perform activities that will provide your child with pre-reading skills. Ages 4 and under with an adult caregiver. English/Spanish materials available. No groups. Three children per adult caregiver maximum.

Kindercraft: mardi Gras masksWednesday, February 17 10:30a-11:00aHughes Main Library, Story RoomChildren will enjoy a story, then explore it by engaging in a related art activity. Ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver. Registration in progress. Call 527-9248.

Mad Hatter Tea PartyWednesday, February 17 • 3:30p-4:30pHughes Main Library, Meeting Room CBefore you see the movie, take a journey into our version of Wonderland for a one-of-a-kind tea party! We’ll play the dress-up relay race “The White Rabbit Dash,” enjoy flamingo croquet and try our luck with the teapot tea bag toss. Fee of $2 per child. Ages 9-12. Space is limited. Registration is in progress. Call 527-9248.

Mystery Book PartyFriday, February 19 • 3:30p-4:30pMauldin (W. Jack Greer) BranchSomeone, or something, has been taking library books. Join us as we read clues, evaluate the evidence and solve the mystery. Ages 8-12. Registration begins February 1. Call 277-7397 or email [email protected].

Bilingual Story Time: Train, Bus, Car or Plane? Cuentos Bilingües: ¿Qué será...tren, bus, auto o avión?

Friday, February 19 • 7:00p-7:45pHughes 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: Polar BearsSaturday, February 20 • 10:00a-10:30aHughes Main Library, Story RoomBring your grandchildren (or children) for stories, singing and dancing. All ages welcome.

Quilts GaloreAugusta Road (Ramsey Family) BranchLearn to hand quilt, then create a beautiful four patch mini quilt. All materials supplied. This is a two-part program for ages 9-14. Call 277-0161 to register.

Part 1, Saturday, February 20 • 1:00p-3:00p

Part 2, Saturday, February 27 • 1:00p-3:00p

Bilingual Story Time: Friendship Is Beautifulcuentos Bilingües: la amistad es bella

Friday, February 5 • 7:00p-7:45pHughes 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: PenguinsSaturday, February 6 • 10:00a-10:30a

Hughes Main Library, Story RoomBring your grandchildren (or children) for stories, singing

and dancing. All ages welcome.

Home School Time at the library:Louisa May Alcott

monday, February 8 • 2:00p-3:30p*Greer (Jean M. Smith) Branch

Learn about the author Louisa May Alcott and the books she penned. For children in grades 3 and up. Call 877-8722

or email [email protected] to register. *Please note temporary day/time change.

Kindercraft: Valentine cardsWednesday, February 10 • 10:30a-11:00a

Hughes Main Library, Story RoomChildren will enjoy a story, then explore it

by engaging in a related art activity. Ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver. Registration is in progress.

Call 527-9248.

In BeTween craft: SilhouettesWednesday, February 10 • 3:45p-4:45p

Hughes Main Library, Story RoomCreate an artful silhouette using shadow techniques. Open

to all 4th-7th graders. Registration is in progress.Call 527-9248 or email [email protected].

Stories and Games for KidsWednesday, February 10 • 4:00p-4:30p

Simpsonville (Hendricks) BranchFun games, stories, dancing and more for ages 6 and up.

No registration required. Call 963-9031 or [email protected] for more information.

Family Fridays: The Droversold Time medicine Show

Friday, February 12 • 7:00p-8:00pHughes Main Library, Meeting Rooms A-C

Are you ready for a hoedown? Get set for a rollicking good time with the bluegrass music of The Drovers.

All ages welcome.

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Kindercraft: mardi Gras masksWednesday, February 17 10:30a-11:00aHughes Main Library, Story RoomChildren will enjoy a story, then explore it by engaging in a related art activity. Ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver. Registration in progress. Call 527-9248.

Mad Hatter Tea PartyWednesday, February 17 • 3:30p-4:30pHughes Main Library, Meeting Room CBefore you see the movie, take a journey into our version of Wonderland for a one-of-a-kind tea party! We’ll play the dress-up relay race “The White Rabbit Dash,” enjoy flamingo croquet and try our luck with the teapot tea bag toss. Fee of $2 per child. Ages 9-12. Space is limited. Registration is in progress. Call 527-9248.

Mystery Book PartyFriday, February 19 • 3:30p-4:30pMauldin (W. Jack Greer) BranchSomeone, or something, has been taking library books. Join us as we read clues, evaluate the evidence and solve the mystery. Ages 8-12. Registration begins February 1. Call 277-7397 or email [email protected].

Bilingual Story Time: Train, Bus, Car or Plane? Cuentos Bilingües: ¿Qué será...tren, bus, auto o avión?

Friday, February 19 • 7:00p-7:45pHughes 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: Polar BearsSaturday, February 20 • 10:00a-10:30aHughes Main Library, Story RoomBring your grandchildren (or children) for stories, singing and dancing. All ages welcome.

Quilts GaloreAugusta Road (Ramsey Family) BranchLearn to hand quilt, then create a beautiful four patch mini quilt. All materials supplied. This is a two-part program for ages 9-14. Call 277-0161 to register.

Story and a craft: PenguinsAfter school craft time featuring a story and related craft.

Ages 5-10 with an adult caregiver. Registration begins January 25. Call the branch you wish to attend to register.

Kindercraft: PenguinsWednesday, February 24

10:30a-11:00aHughes Main Library, Story Room

Children will enjoy a story, then explore it by engaging in a related art activity. Ages 3-5 with an adult

caregiver. Registration begins February 3. Call 527-9248.

Stories and Games for KidsWednesday, February 24 • 4:00p-4:30p



comic Kids: Graphic novel Discussion GroupThursday, February 25 • 4:00p-5:00p

Simpsonville (Hendricks) BranchYeehaw! Saddle up your horse and let down your hair as

we discuss Rapunzel’s Revenge by Shannon and Dean Hale. Ages 9-12. Registration begins February 1.

Call 963-9031 or email [email protected].

Bilingual Story Time: mother Goose and more! cuentos Bilingües: ¡cuentos de mamá

oca y más!Friday, February 26 • 7:00p-7:45p

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.

A Kid’s Guide to moneySaturday, February 27 • 11:00a-12:00p

Hughes Main Library, Story RoomJoin us for a super cool time learning about money! Each

child will receive A Kid’s Guide to Money with games, worksheets and ideas created by the Learning Center of the Federal Reserve. Best suited for school age children.

Registration begins February 1. Call 527-9248.

Twilight Tales: Funny Facesmonday, march 1 • 7:00p-7:30pHughes Main Library, Story RoomJoin us for an evening of funny stories about your face and the fun things it can do. Enjoy stories and songs, then create a self-portrait. All ages welcome. Children may wear pajamas.

ever After Stories: TurkeyThursday, march 4 • 7:00p-7:30pHughes Main Library, Story RoomJoin us as we travel to Turkey through folk and fairy tales, songs and games. Make a flag to take home. Ages 7and up.

reading readiness!Friday, march 5 • 10:00a-12:00p Drop-inHughes Main LibraryMeeting Rooms A-CWe have made the nationally acclaimed Every Child Ready to Read program interactive! You and your child will visit five learning stations (music, crafts, etc.) where you will

work together to perform activities that will provide your child with pre-reading skills. Ages 4 and under with an adult caregiver. English/Spanish materials available. No groups. Three children per adult caregiver maximum.

Lollipops Concert for KidsSaturday, march 6Greenville Symphony Orchestra and The Greenville County Library System present a musical series for young children and their families.

Home School Time at the library:Smart Moneymonday, march 8 • 2:00p-3:30p*Greer (Jean M. Smith) BranchExplore the history of money, the importance of earning and the four basic money management choices: Save, Spend, Donate and Invest. For children in grades 3 and up. Call 877-8722 or email [email protected] to register. *Please note temporary change in day/time.

March

Simpsonville (Hendricks) Branch • 10:00a-10:30a

Greer (Jean m. Smith) Branch • 11:30a-12:00p

monday, February 22 • 3:30p-4:15pTravelers rest (Sargent) Branch • 834-3650

Tuesday, February 23 • 3:30p-4:15pBerea (Sarah Dobey Jones) Branch • 246-1695

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explore Your World: Money from

around the World Tuesday, march 9 • 4:00p-4:30p


Take an imaginary trip around the world as we discover global

currency. We will look at real money from other countries and make piggybanks! Ages 5-11; ages 5-8 with an adult

caregiver.

Kindercraft: magic WandsWednesday, march 10 • 10:30a-11:00a

Hughes Main Library, Story RoomChildren will enjoy a story, then explore it by engaging

in a related art activity. Ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver. Registration begins February 17. Call 527-9248.

In BeTween craft: Abstract Art Wednesday, march 10 • 3:45p-4:45p

Hughes Main Library, Story RoomSpecial guest Art Museum Educator

Terri Steck leads us as we learn to create abstract art. Open to all 4th-7th graders. Registration is limited and begins February 10. Call

527-9248 or email [email protected].

Stories and Games for KidsWednesday, march 10 • 4:00p-4:30p



The Greenville County Middle SChool Juried Art Show will be on exhibit March 11-21 in the Children’s and Teen areas of the hughes Main library. This will be the third year that library patrons will be able to enjoy the extraordinary works that 6th, 7th and 8th graders from 18 middle schools have created. Paintings, drawings, Photography, 3-d/Sculpture, Mixed Media, textile/fiber designs, computer graphics, jewelry/metal work and prints will be on display.

Family Fridays:Lee Bryan, That Puppet GuyFriday, march 12 • 7:00p-8:00pHughes Main LibraryMeeting Rooms A-CWho’s afraid of the big, bad wolf? Join Atlanta based puppeteer Lee Bryan for his production of The Big Bad, Little Red, Pig Show and find out! Call

527-9248 for more information. All ages welcome.

Spring Stories with Betty FarrSaturday, march 13 • 11:00a-12:00pAugusta Road (Ramsey Family) BranchJoin local storyteller Betty Farr as she ushers in spring with her favorite stories of the season. Bring a camera to take your child’s picture with the Easter Bunny! Call 277-0161 or email [email protected] to register.

A Kid’s Guide to moneySaturday, March 1311:00a-12:00pSimpsonville (Hendricks) BranchJoin us for a super cool time learning about money! Each child will receive

A Kid’s Guide to Money with games, worksheets and ideas created by the Learning Center of the Federal Reserve. Best suited for school age children. Registration begins February 12. Call 963-9031.

Kindercraft: Baa Baa Black SheepWednesday, march 17 • 10:30a-11:00aHughes Main Library, Story RoomChildren will enjoy a story, then explore it by

engaging in a related art activity. Ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver. Registration begins February 24. Call 527-9248.

let’s Pretend:At the BakeryFriday, march 1910:30a & 3:30pHughes Main LibraryMeeting Room ABrownies, breads, cookies and

cakes...yum! Hear delicious stories that lead to pretend play. Little bakers will use their imaginations to create yummy goodies, then serve them to bakery customers. Ages 2-5. Registration begins February 19. Call 527-9248. Space is limited.

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Bilingual Story Time: mother nature Is our Friend / cuentos Bilingües: la madre

naturaleza es nuestra amigaFriday, march 19 • 7:00p-7:45p

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: Windy DaySaturday, march 20 • 10:00a-10:30aHughes Main Library, Story Room

Bring your grandchildren (or children) for stories, singing and dancing. All ages welcome.

Story and a craft: Tissue Paper WreathAfter school craft time featuring a story and related craft.

Ages 5-10 with an adult caregiver. Registration begins February 22. Call the branch you wish to attend to register.

Kindercraft:Spring Flowers

Wednesday, march 24 10:30a-11:00a


Children will enjoy a story, then explore it by engaging in a related art activity. Ages 3-5 with an adult

caregiver. Registration begins March 3. Call 527-9248.

Stories and Games for KidsWednesday, march 24 • 4:00p-4:30p



comic Kids: Graphic novel Discussion GroupThursday, march 25 • 4:00p-5:00pSimpsonville (Hendricks) Branch

What if you were called on to help complete a dangerous mission in the very heart of a simmering volcano? Join us

as we discuss Into the Volcano by Don Wood – if you’re brave enough! Ages 9-12. Registration begins March 1.

Call 963-9031 or email [email protected].

Bilingual Story Time: now i Know My ABC's / Cuentos Bilingües: el abecedario: dela A a la ZFriday, march 26 • 7:00p-7:45p

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: Baby chicksWednesday, march 31 • 10:30a-11:00aHughes Main Library, Story RoomChildren will enjoy a story, then explore it by engaging in a related art activity. Ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver. Registration begins March 10. Call 527-9248.

Bilingual Story Time: I Fooled You!cuentos Bilingües: ¡Te hice una trampa!Friday, April 2 • 7:00p-7:45pHughes 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.

Twilight Tales: Silly Songs and Poemsmonday, April 5 • 7:00p-7:30pHughes Main Library, Story RoomCelebrate National Poetry Month! All ages welcome. Children may wear pajamas.

Kindercraft: CrocodilesWednesday, April 7 10:30a-11:00aHughes Main Library Story RoomChildren will enjoy a story,

then explore it by engaging in a related art activity. Ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver. Registration begins March 17. Call 527-9248.

In BeTween craft: Seed mosaicsWednesday, April 14 • 3:45p-4:45pHughes Main Library, Story RoomUse different kinds of seeds to make a springtime mosaic. Open to 4th-7th graders. Registration is limited and begins March 10. Call 527-9248 or [email protected].

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Family Fridays:Lee Bryan, That Puppet GuyFriday, march 12 • 7:00p-8:00pHughes Main LibraryMeeting Rooms A-CWho’s afraid of the big, bad wolf? Join Atlanta based puppeteer Lee Bryan for his production of The Big Bad, Little Red, Pig Show and find out! Call

527-9248 for more information. All ages welcome.

Spring Stories with Betty FarrSaturday, march 13 • 11:00a-12:00pAugusta Road (Ramsey Family) BranchJoin local storyteller Betty Farr as she ushers in spring with her favorite stories of the season. Bring a camera to take your child’s picture with the Easter Bunny! Call 277-0161 or email [email protected] to register.

A Kid’s Guide to moneySaturday, March 1311:00a-12:00pSimpsonville (Hendricks) BranchJoin us for a super cool time learning about money! Each child will receive

A Kid’s Guide to Money with games, worksheets and ideas created by the Learning Center of the Federal Reserve. Best suited for school age children. Registration begins February 12. Call 963-9031.

Kindercraft: Baa Baa Black SheepWednesday, march 17 • 10:30a-11:00aHughes Main Library, Story RoomChildren will enjoy a story, then explore it by

engaging in a related art activity. Ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver. Registration begins February 24. Call 527-9248.

let’s Pretend:At the BakeryFriday, march 1910:30a & 3:30pHughes Main LibraryMeeting Room ABrownies, breads, cookies and

cakes...yum! Hear delicious stories that lead to pretend play. Little bakers will use their imaginations to create yummy goodies, then serve them to bakery customers. Ages 2-5. Registration begins February 19. Call 527-9248. Space is limited.

monday, march 22 • 3:30p-4:15pTravelers rest (Sargent) Branch • 834-3650

Tuesday, march 23 • 3:30p-4:15pBerea (Sarah Dobey Jones) Branch • 246-1695

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