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Hip Hop Dance Workshop
date to-be-announced , , Main Library (Rock Hill)
Learn the newest hip hop dance combinations from Tracie Coleman, owner of Millennium Charlotte Dance Studio!
Program has been postponed until a later date to-be-announced. For 6th-12th graders. Limit 15. Registration required. Call 981-5830 for information.
Toddler Time- Main Library, Rock Hill
Mondays, Oct. 13 - Nov.17 , 10-10:30 a.m. , Main Library (Rock Hill)
A six-week program filled with stories, songs, finger plays and movement activities for two-year-olds and their caregivers.
Children must be between 24-35 months old by the first day of the program. To minimize outside distractions, we ask that parents not bring other children into program room. Call 981-5888 to register, starting Sept. 29. Limit 20.
Once Upon a Lap- Main Library, Rock Hill
Mondays , 9:30 or 10:30 a.m. , Main Library (Rock Hill)
Session 1- Mondays, Sept. 15-Oct. 6
Session 2- Mondays Nov. 24-Dec. 15
Pre-walkers 9:30-10 a.m. and Walkers 10:30-11 a.m.
A four-week program filled with stories, songs, finger plays, movement activities and play time for babies and their caregivers.
Children must be 23 months or under by the first day of the program. To minimize outside distractions, we ask that parents not bring other children into program room. Call 981-5888 to register, starting Sept. 2 for session 1 and Nov. 10 for session 2. Limit 20.
Once Upon a Lap- Fort Mill
Mondays , 10 a.m. , Fort Mill Public Library
Prewalkers (0-13 Months): Mondays, Sept. 8-Oct. 13, 10 a.m.
Walkers (13-23 Months): Mondays, Oct. 27-Dec. 1, 10 a.m.
A six week program for babies and their caregivers, this program is filled with stories, songs, finger plays and movement activities.
Call 547-4114 to register, starting Aug. 25 and Oct. 20. Limit 20.
Preschool Storytime - York
Tuesdays , 6:30 p.m. , York Public Library
or Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.
Storytime for 3-5 year olds and their caregivers.
No registration required.
Preschool Storytime - Fort Mill
Tuesdays , 10:30 a.m. , Fort Mill Public Library
Wednesdays, 10 & 11 a.m., Fort Mill Public Library
Story time for 3-5 year olds and their caregivers.
No registration required.
Preschool Storytime - Clover
Wednesdays , 10:30 a.m. , Clover Public Library
Story time for 3-5 year olds and their caregivers. No registration required.
Preschool Story Time - Rock Hill
Wednesdays , 10:30 a.m. , Main Library (Rock Hill)
Story time for 3-5 year-olds and their caregivers.
No registration required.
Preschool Storytime - Lake Wylie
Wednesdays , 10:30 a.m. , Lake Wylie Public Library
Story time with songs and activities for 3-5 year olds and their caregivers.
No registration required.
Job Searching and Resumes
Wed., Nov. 19 , 6:30-8:30 p.m. , Main Library (Rock Hill)
Learn a few job searching tips and how to search for jobs from a list of popular websites and learn how to setup a basic resume using Microsoft Word 2007.
Some experience with the Internet and mouse required. All computer classes are free and registration is required; call 981-5845 to register starting Nov. 10.
Gifts and Gaming!
Wed., Nov.19 , 5-6:30 p.m. , Clover Public Library
Create great holiday gifts for friends and family and enjoy the latest video games!
For 6th-12th graders. No registration required.
Toddler Time - Fort Mill
Thursdays , 10 & 11 a.m. , Fort Mill Public Library
A special program filled with stories, songs, finger plays and movement activities for children 24-35 months and their caregivers.
No registration required.
Family Story Time
Thursdays , 4 p.m. , Main Library (Rock Hill)
Story time for all ages accompanied by an adult.
No registration required.
Turkey and Stuff(ing)
Thu., Nov . 20 , 4 p.m. , Fort Mill Public Library
Learn about the Pilgrims and Native Americans through fun games and a craft.
For grades K-2. Call 547-4114 to register, starting Nov. 6. Limit 24.
Microsoft Access 2007
Thu., Nov. 20 , 6:30-8:30 p.m. , Main Library (Rock Hill)
Use Access 2007 to create a simple database and perform a query and report.
Experience with Windows and mouse required. All computer classes are free and registration is required; call 981-5845 to register starting Nov. 10.
Gifts and Gaming!
Thu., Nov. 20 , 5-6:30 p.m. , York Public Library
Create great holiday gifts for friends and family and enjoy the latest video games!
For 6th-12th graders. No registration required.
Jewelry Making Workshop
Sat., Nov. 22 , 10:30-12:30 pm , Lake Wylie Public Library
Learn how to make earrings using beads, wire, jewelry findings, and tools. No experience is necessary. Participants will leave with up to 3 pairs of earrings.
A materials fee of $7 per person must be paid in advance. Limit 15. Registration required. Call 803-831-7774 to register starting Nov. 8.
Jewelry Making Workshop
Sat., Nov. 22 , 3-5 p.m. , York Public Library
Learn how to make earrings using beads, wire, jewelry findings, and tools. No experience is necessary. Participants will leave with up to 3 pairs of earrings.
A materials fee of $7 per person must be paid in advance. Limit 15. Registration required. Call 803-684-3751 to register starting Nov. 8.
Anime Club
Mon., Nov. 24 , 5-6:30 p.m. , Main Library (Rock Hill)
Join other fans to view and discuss anime & manga, hear guest speakers, and share your work!
For 6th-12th graders. No registration required.
Family Game Night
Tue., Nov. 25 , 6:30-8 p.m. , Main Library (Rock Hill)
Enjoy a family-friendly fun night with board, card and PlayStation games. Dessert and drinks provided.
For all ages, accompanied by an adult. Call 981-5888 to register, starting Nov. 11. Limit 50 per night.
Bedtime Stories with Santa
Mon., Dec. 1 , 6-7 p.m. , Clover Public Library
Come in your pajamas and listen to some sleepy wintertime stories. Enjoy yummy snacks and a special visitor.
For all ages. No registration required.
Teens Write Now!
Mon., Dec. 1 , 4:30-6 p.m. , Main Library (Rock Hill)
Share your poetry, stories, etc. and enjoy refreshments.
For 6th-12th graders. No registration required.
All Aboard the Polar Express!
Tue., Dec. 2 & Thu., Dec. 11 , 6:30 p.m. , York Public Library
Join your conductor for a journey to the North Pole. Enjoy stories, crafts and hot chocolate along the way.
For ages 3-12. Call 684-3751 to register, starting Nov. 17. Limit 25.
Tuesdays at Ten Book Club - York
Tue., Dec. 2 , 10 a.m. , York Public Library
Join us the first Tuesday each month to discuss a great book. For details, call 684-3751.
December 2 - The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold
Healthy Holiday Eating
Wed., Dec. 3 , 12:15 - 1 p.m. , Main Library (Rock Hill)
Want to indulge in festive dishes without expanding your waistline? Come get in the holiday spirit as Angela Forbes, Registered Dietitian with the Clemson Extension Service, shares her tips and prepares a delicious recipe for tasting.
Bring your lunch; drinks will be provided.
Porkchop Productions presents Holly and the Snowman, part of ChristmasVilleRock Hill.com
Thu., Dec. 4 , 3:45-4:30 p.m. , Main Library (Rock Hill)
How can you make a snowman when it's 98 degrees outside? Join Holly the elf as she works to figure out a way to make a seemingly impossible holiday wish come true. This original production is sure to warm the frostiest of hearts!
For all ages. No registration required.
Children’s Holiday Crafts, Music and More at the Library, part of ChristmasVilleRockHill.com
Thu., Dec. 4 , 4:30-6:30 p.m. , Main Library (Rock Hill)
Bring the whole family for an old-fashioned Christmas as we celebrate the season with children’s crafts presented by area organizations, holiday origami by Marsha Dupre, seasonal tunes by Dale Brook, the Magikal Minstrel, and special musical arrangements by the Clover High School Choraliers and other area schools.
For all ages. No registration required.
Evening Book Club - Rock Hill
Thu., Dec. 4 , 7:00-8:30 p.m. , Main Library (Rock Hill)
Join other book lovers to discuss some great books at these monthly programs.
December 4 - Shepherds Abiding by Jan Karon
No January meeting
February 5 - Gap Creek, by Robert Morgan
March 5 - Things Fall Apart, by Chinua Achebe
April 2 - The Glass Castle, by Jeannette Walls
May 7 - Tortilla Curtain, by T. Coraghessan Boyle
Call the Reference Department at 981-5825 to register and reserve a copy of the book.
Evening Book Club - York
Thu., Dec. 4 , 6 p.m. , York Public Library
If you enjoy discussing great books, join us the first Thursday of each month for our new book club. For details, call 684-3751.
December 4 - Life of Pi by Yann Martel
Decorating for the Holidays: Door and Mantle Swags
Thu., Dec. 4 , 10:30 am-12 pm , Clover Public Library
Linda Myers of the Palmetto House will show simple, creative ideas for making your own door and mantle swags.
Santa’s Secret Workshop, part of ChristmasVilleRockHill.com
Sat., Dec. 6 , 2-4 p.m. , Main Library (Rock Hill)
Santa’s friendly gnomes will escort children as they select and wrap one “secret” gift for someone special.
For ages 3-9. No registration required.
Friends of the Library Holiday Book Sale
Sun., Dec. 7 , 3:30 - 5 p.m. , Main Library (Rock Hill)
Do some Christmas shopping for the book lovers on your list at this special book sale. Choose from holiday titles, children's books, autographed works, audio books, and much more! Books are individually priced and begin at $2.00 each.
The Friends of the Library book sale is part of www.ChristmasVilleRock Hill.com.
Christmas Family Bedtime Story Time
Mon., Dec. 8 , 6:30 p.m. , Fort Mill Public Library
Wear your pajamas and come ready to hear some great Christmas stories.
For all ages. No registration required.
Our Natural World Book Club
Tue., Dec. 9 , 6:30 p.m. , Fort Mill Public Library
Discuss timely environmental issues at this new book club with the Cultural & Heritage Museum.
December 9 - Hoot by Carl Hiaasen
Call 803-547-4114 for more information.
Bedtime Story Time
Tue., Dec. 9 , 6:30 p.m. , York Public Library
Wear your pajamas and join us around the tree for Christmas stories. Refreshments provided.
For all ages. No registration required.
Rockin’ Holidays!
Tue., Dec. 9 , 6-7:30 p.m. , Main Library (Rock Hill)
Rock the holidays with old school board games and new school video games!
For 6th-12th graders. No registration required.
Book Club for Adults - Fort Mill
Wed., Dec. 10 , 6:30 p.m. , Fort Mill Public Library
Join other book lovers to discuss some great books at these monthly programs.
December 10 - Skipping Christmas by John Grisham
Call 547-4114 for more information.
Christmas Around the World
Thu., Dec. 11 , 4 p.m. , Fort Mill Public Library
Take a whirlwind trip around the globe as we discover how children all over the world celebrate Christmas.
For grades K-5. Call 547-4114 to register, starting Dec. 4. Limit 30.
Online Scrapbooking
Thu., Dec. 11 , 5-7 p.m. , Main Library (Rock Hill)
Come to the Tech Center and learn how to create personal scrapbooks online!
For 6th-12th graders. Limit 19. Registration is required. Call 981-5860 to register starting Nov. 26.
Winter Holidays Around the World
Sat., Dec. 13 , 11 a.m.-12 p.m. , York Public Library
Join us for some international fun as we explore holiday celebrations from other countries. Make a traditional craft and sample some holiday cookies.
For ages 6-10. Registration required. Call 684-3751 to register, starting Dec. 1. Limit 20.
Rockin’ Holidays!
Sat., Dec. 13 , 11 a.m.-1 p.m. , Lake Wylie Public Library
Rock the holidays with old school board games and new school video games!
For 6th-12th graders. No registration required.
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Mon., Dec. 15 , 4:30-6 p.m. , Main Library (Rock Hill)
Make a difference on the Teen Advisory Board. Help select materials for the Young Adult Collection and plan events for teens.
For 6th-12th graders. No registration required.
Book Club for Adults - Fort Mill
Mon., Dec. 15 , 1 p.m. , Fort Mill Public Library
Join other book lovers to discuss some great books at these monthly programs.
December 15 - Skipping Christmas by John Grisham
Call 547-4114 for more information.
Polar Express
Mon., Dec. 15 or Tue., Dec. 16 , 6:30-7:30 p.m. , Clover Public Library
Receive your ticket for a magical journey to the North Pole. Come in your pajamas and hear the story as you “ride” along on the Polar Express. Enjoy hot cocoa and a special treat. Receive a goody bag and make a winter craft.
For ages 4-12. Call 222-3474 to register, starting Dec. 1. Call soon, as this program fills up fast. Limit 20 per night and one night per person.
Visions of Sugarplums
Tue., Dec. 16 , 6:30-7:30 p.m. , Main Library (Rock Hill)
Wear pajamas for Christmas stories and snacks.
For all ages, accompanied by an adult. Call 981-5888 to register, starting Dec.2. Limit 50.
Book Clubs for Adults - Clover
Thu., Dec. 16 , 10:30 a.m. , Clover Public Library
Join other book lovers to discuss some great books at these monthly programs.
December 16 - Where the Heart Is by Billie Letts
Call 222-3474 to register.
Rockin’ Holidays!
Tue., Dec. 16 , 5-6:30 p.m. , Fort Mill Public Library
Rock the holidays with old school board games and new school video games!
For 6th-12th graders. No registration required.
Rockin’ Holidays!
Wed., Dec. 17 , 5-6:30 p.m. , Clover Public Library
Rock the holidays with old school board games and new school video games!
For 6th-12th graders. No registration required.
Christmas Bedtime Story Time
Thu., Dec. 18 , 6:30 p.m. , Lake Wylie Public Library
Wear your pajamas and enjoy a family story time with songs and stories of the season and a very special treat!
For all ages, accompanied by an adult.
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Thu., Dec. 18 , 4:15-5:15 p.m. , York Public Library
Make a difference on the Teen Advisory Board. Help select materials for the Young Adult Collection and plan events for teens.
For 6th-12th graders. No registration required.
Community Blood Drive
Thu., Dec. 18 , 4-6 p.m. , Main Library (Rock Hill)
Give someone in need an early holiday gift by donating blood at this drive sponsored by the Community Blood Center of the Carolinas and the York County Library.
Registration details will be announced.
Rockin’ Holidays!
Thu., Dec. 18 , 6-7:30 p.m. , York Public Library
Rock the holidays with old school board games and new school video games!
For 6th-12th graders. No registration required.
Anime Club
Mon., Dec. 22 , 5-6:30 p.m. , Main Library (Rock Hill)
Join other fans to view and discuss anime & manga, hear guest speakers, and share your work!
For 6th-12th graders. No registration required.
Book Club for Adults - Main Library
Thu., Jan. 8 , 10:30 a.m. , Main Library (Rock Hill)
Join other book lovers to discuss some great books at these monthly programs.
No December meeting
January 8, 2009 - Sea Glass by Anita Shreve
Call 981-5825 to reserve your copy.
Friends of the Library Book Sale
January 29-31, 2009 , times vary , Other Location
Held at Pope John Center at the Oratory, 434 Charlotte Ave., Rock Hill
Call 803-981-5837 for more information.
Patchwork Tales Storytelling Festival
March 19-21, 2009 , times vary , Other Location
The fourteenth annual event will feature nationally known storytellers and performers Tim Tingle, Diane Ferlatte, Andy Irwin and family favorite, Roger Day. All performances will be held at the Baxter Hood Center at York Technical College, 452 S. Anderson Rd., Rock Hill, SC.