Clemson Picnic in the Park

Stories & Snacks @ the Doodle Park

Thu, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

Central-Clemson Library

Stories, songs, flannel boards and free play time. Birth-3 years old with a caregiver.

Thu, Apr 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Village Library

Join us at the Pickens Doodle Park Pavilion at 11:00am.

Fun and Games

Thu, Apr 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Sarlin Library

Join us each month to meet new people and play a new game. Past games include Bridge, Rummikub, Dominos, and more!

Anime Club

Thu, Apr 24, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Hang out and watch episodes of Anime!

Poetry Out Loud - An Open Mic Event

Thu, Apr 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Free and open to all ages. Kids under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. All skill levels welcome!

Thu, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Celebrate National Poetry Month with a special night of poetry readings. Interested in being included in the line-up? Call 864-850-7077 to register. All ages are welcome to participate.

Nightmares & Knickknacks: Horror Book Club - The Only Good Indians by Stephen Graham Jones

Thu, Apr 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Sarlin Library

Join us at the Liberty Emporium each month for a thrilling discussion of horror books that will send chills down your spine. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to the genre, all are welcome!

🚐 Pickens Azalea Festival - Downtown Pickens, SC

Fri, Apr 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Sarlin Library

Dress for a mess and join us for multi-sensory play! Ideal for toddlers and preschool kids ages 0-5 accompanied by a caregiver.

Sat, Apr 26, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Outreach

Join us at the Pickens Azalea Festival where we'll have library card sign-ups, giant lawn games, and free giveaways!

Journaling Club

Sat, Apr 26, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sarlin Library

Join us and other journaling enthusiasts as we work on our journals together. Bring your own supplies or use some from our stash. Blank journals are also available for newcomers.

House Swarming Party - Welcome Bees!

Sat, Apr 26, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Join us to welcome the return of the Pickens County Library bees! We'll have storytime, crafts, and more!

House Swarming Party - Welcome Bees!

Sat, Apr 26, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Sarlin Library

The bees are returning to our libraries! Help us prepare with stories, crafts, a wildflower starting station, & free samples of local honey from The Hive & Garden Country Store in Pickens.

House Swarming Party - Welcome Bees!

Sat, Apr 26, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Central-Clemson Library

Join us to welcome back our bees to their observational hive in the library!

🚐 Wellness Kit Lending - Samaritan Health Clinic

Sun, Apr 27, 2:00pm - 11:55pm

Central-Clemson Library

The Central Clemson branch will remain open until midnight to offer extra study space for local college students. Current College ID required. Refreshments provided by Friends of the Library

Mon, Apr 28, 9:00am - 11:00am

Outreach

The PCLS Outreach Van 🚐 will be at Samaritan Health Clinic from 9 am to 11 am.

Preschool Storytime - Liberty

Mon, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

Sarlin Library

Books, crafts, and activities for ages 2-5 accompanied by a caregiver.

Brown Bag Cinema - A Complete Unknown (R) 2h 20m

Mon, Apr 28, 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Central-Clemson Library

Newly released films. Bring your own lunch! All films are shown with closed captions.

American Girl - Meet Gabriela

Mon, Apr 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Join us to meet Gabriela McBride, a ten year old dancer who uses poetry to overcome her insecurities.

Bring Your Own Graphic Novel Book Club

Mon, Apr 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Sarlin Library

Bring in any graphic novel that you've been reading and come talk about it.

Mon, Apr 28, 9:00pm - 11:55pm

Central-Clemson Library

The Central Clemson branch will remain open until midnight to offer extra study space for local college students. Current College ID required. Refreshments provided by Friends of the Library

Preschool Storytime - Easley

Tue, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

Village Library

Join us on Tuesday mornings for some light exercise and fun motivation!

Tue, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Books, crafts, and activities for ages 2-5 accompanied by a caregiver.

Strengthen & Stretch - A Special Yoga Class

Tue, Apr 29, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Join us for an energizing yoga class designed to strengthen your body and elevate your fitness.

Friends of the Library Annual Meeting

Tue, Apr 29, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

All are invited! We’ll kick things off with refreshments, followed by officer elections, and wrap up with some entertainment.

Preschool Storytime - Central-Clemson

Tue, Apr 29, 9:00pm - 11:55pm

Central-Clemson Library

The Central Clemson branch will remain open until midnight to offer extra study space for local college students. Current College ID required. Refreshments provided by Friends of the Library

Wed, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:30am

Central-Clemson Library

Books, crafts, and activities for ages 2-5 accompanied by a caregiver.

Preschool Storytime - Pickens

Wed, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:30am

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Stories, songs, flannel boards and free play time. Birth-3 years old with a caregiver.

Wed, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:30am

Village Library

Books, crafts, and activities for ages 2-5 accompanied by a caregiver.

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United Way Success Coach

Wed, Apr 30, 12:00pm - 7:00pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Need help with budgeting, financial goals, or navigating resources? Stop by and meet with the United Way Success Coach for free, personalized assistance.

Wed, Apr 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Central-Clemson Library

Lego free play

Wed, Apr 30, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

If you have wanted to try D&D but didn't know where to play a game, try this out. We have an amazing group of volunteers that have played all sorts of tabletop games.

Any Book Club (ABC) - ....read whatever you want

Wed, Apr 30, 9:00pm - 11:55pm

Central-Clemson Library

The Central Clemson branch will remain open until midnight to offer extra study space for local college students. Current College ID required. Refreshments provided by Friends of the Library

Thu, May 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Village Library

The Any Book Club (ABC) meets the 1st Thursday of each month at 10:00am to share stories about their recent reads.

Thu, May 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

Central-Clemson Library

Stories, songs, flannel boards and free play time. Birth-3 years old with a caregiver.

Gather Your Party

Thu, May 01, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Ever been curious about Dungeons & Dragons or games like that?

Thu, May 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Free and open to all ages. Kids under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. All skill levels welcome!

🚐 OLLI Open House - Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, Clemson

Thu, May 01, 9:00pm - 11:55pm

Central-Clemson Library

The Central Clemson branch will remain open until midnight to offer extra study space for local college students. Current College ID required. Refreshments provided by Friends of the Library

Fri, May 02, 10:00am - 11:30am

Outreach

Join us for the OLLI open house! Come learn about the great senior learning opportunities at OLLI, and the amazing ways you can get connected with your library!

Jedi Training Academy - Star Wars Celebration

Fri, May 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Dress for a mess and join us for multi-sensory play! Ideal for toddlers and preschool kids ages 0-5 accompanied by a caregiver.

Mini Maestros

Fri, May 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

Sarlin Library

Strengthen language and motor skills through song, dance, and instruments! Ages 0-5 with a caregiver.

Fri, May 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Learn how to be a Jedi and use the force to defeat evil! Dress up and join us for crafts and activities to celebrate Star Wars Day! This event is perfect for ages 4-12 but all ages are welcome.

4th Annual Kentucky Derby Party

Fri, May 02, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Village Library

Come celebrate Derby Day with us! Call 864-898-5747 to register.

🚐 Central First Friday Concert - Central Historic Train Depot

Fri, May 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Outreach

Join our outreach team at the Historic Central Train Depot for a family friendly fun concert! We'll have library card sign-ups, lawn games, and plenty of prizes to give away!

🚐 Market at the Mill Junkin' and Jammin' - Market at the Mill

Sat, May 03, 9:00am - 2:00pm

Outreach

Join us at the best yard sale all year! Our outreach team will be at the Market at the Mill with our large lawn games, prizes, and library card sign-ups.

Star Wars Trivia

Sat, May 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sarlin Library

In celebration of Star Wars Day, prove your knowledge in this trivia contest. The winner will receive a themed prize!

First Sunday Book Sale

Sun, May 04, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Library Closed - Staff Training Day

Mon, May 05, All day

Library Closed

All Library locations will be closed on Monday, May 5th.

Preschool Storytime - Easley

Tue, May 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Village Library

Join us on Tuesday mornings for some light exercise and fun motivation!

Tue, May 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Books, crafts, and activities for ages 2-5 accompanied by a caregiver.

Mother Goose on the Loose

Tue, May 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Sarlin Library

Nursery rhymes, motion, and music for ages birth-3 accompanied by a caregiver.

Chair Yoga

Tue, May 06, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Taught by a certified instructor. No experience necessary.

Foodshare Pickens - Pick-up Date

Tue, May 06, 2:30pm - 5:30pm

Outreach

Pick up your fresh food boxes on designated the library locations listed below. Boxes must be pre-ordered and pre-paid.

STEAM Adventures with Jack and Annie - Ancient Greece and the Olympics

Tue, May 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Join us for an adventure in ancient Greece with Jack and Annie in Mary Pope Osbourne’s Magic Treehouse #16: Hour of the Olympics.

Teen Art Club

Tue, May 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

This Teen Art Club, we'll be doing melted crayon art!

Preschool Storytime - Central-Clemson

Wed, May 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Central-Clemson Library

Books, crafts, and activities for ages 2-5 accompanied by a caregiver.

Preschool Storytime - Pickens

Wed, May 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Village Library

Books, crafts, and activities for ages 2-5 accompanied by a caregiver.

Wed, May 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Stories, songs, flannel boards and free play time. Birth-3 years old with a caregiver.

Wed, May 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Central-Clemson Library

Lego free play

Foodshare Cooking Class

Wed, May 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Sarlin Library

Satisfy your hunger and your curiosity with this free cooking class that uses fresh locally sourced produce from our community partner, Foodshare.

Central Clemson Book Discussion - The Splendid and the Vile by Erik Larson

Wed, May 07, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

If you have wanted to try D&D but didn't know where to play a game, try this out. We have an amazing group of volunteers that have played all sorts of tabletop games. For teens and adults

Wed, May 07, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Central-Clemson Library

General book discussion of fiction and nonfiction as selected by the members. Newcomers are welcome; please see staff to reserve a copy of this month's title.

🚐 Tech Talk - Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, Clemson

Thu, May 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Outreach

The PCLS Outreach Van 🚐 will be at OLLI from 10 am to 12 pm.

Stories & Snacks @ the Doodle Park

Thu, May 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Central-Clemson Library

Stories, songs, flannel boards and free play time. Birth-3 years old with a caregiver.

Thu, May 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Village Library

Join us at the Pickens Doodle Park Pavilion at 11:00am.

Anime Club

Thu, May 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Hang out and watch episodes of Anime!

Illuminate with Style - DIY Lantern Decor

Thu, May 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Free and open to all ages. Kids under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. All skill levels welcome!

Thu, May 08, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Join us as we turn everyday paper lanterns into beautiful, handcrafted decorations.

Honey Sample Day

Fri, May 09, All day

Village Library

Our library bees are back and it's HONEY MONTH at the Village Branch! Come by and sample different honey varieties and a few honey-filled goodies.

🚐 Easley Farmers Market Kickoff - Old Market Square, Easley

Fri, May 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Central-Clemson Library

Dress for a mess and join us for multi-sensory play! Ideal for toddlers and preschool kids ages 0-5 accompanied by a caregiver.

Sat, May 10, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Outreach

Join us at Easley's Farmer's Market Kickoff! We'll have our giant lawn games, library card sign-ups, and lots of prizes to give away.

Knit Pickens

Sat, May 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Village Library

Join us if you enjoy any type of needlecraft!

Cozy Craft - Beaded Plants

Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sarlin Library

Can't keep a houseplant alive for anything? Make your own beaded plant that is just as eye catching as any fancy fern!

Preschool Storytime - Liberty

Mon, May 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Sarlin Library

Books, crafts, and activities for ages 2-5 accompanied by a caregiver.

Homeschool Hangout - All About Bees

Mon, May 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Village Library

Play, connect, learn, and share with other homeschool families. Registration required call 864-898-5747.

Brown Bag Cinema - A Real Pain (R) 1h 29m

Mon, May 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Central-Clemson Library

Newly released films. Bring your own lunch! All films are shown with closed captions.

American Girl - Meet Summer

Mon, May 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Join us to meet Summer McKinny, the 2025 Girl of the Year!

History Book Club - Madness: Race and Insanity in a Jim Crow Asylum

Mon, May 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Sarlin Library

Join us every other month to read a historical non-fiction title. Call 864-843-5805 to reserve your copy!

Preschool Storytime - Easley

Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Village Library

Join us on Tuesday mornings for some light exercise and fun motivation!

Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Books, crafts, and activities for ages 2-5 accompanied by a caregiver.

Mother Goose on the Loose

Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Sarlin Library

Nursery rhymes, motion, and music for ages birth-3 accompanied by a caregiver.

Gentle Yoga

Tue, May 13, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

All ages and body types are encouraged! Call 898-5747 to register and bring a yoga mat if you have one.

Bee Seed Bombs

Tue, May 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Village Library

We'll be making our own wildflower seed bombs. Call 864.898.5747 to register.

Pints & Pages - Sky Full of Elephants by Cebo Campbell

Tue, May 13, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Outreach

A 21+ Book Club. Meet us at The Silos to discuss this month's book.

🚐 Tech Talk - Pickens Senior Center

Wed, May 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Outreach

The PCLS Outreach Van 🚐 will be at the Pickens Senior Center from 10 am to 12 pm.

Preschool Storytime - Central-Clemson

Wed, May 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Central-Clemson Library

Books, crafts, and activities for ages 2-5 accompanied by a caregiver.

Preschool Storytime - Pickens

Wed, May 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Village Library

Books, crafts, and activities for ages 2-5 accompanied by a caregiver.

Movies and Munchies - Last Breath (PG-13) 1hr 33m

Wed, May 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Stories, songs, flannel boards and free play time. Birth-3 years old with a caregiver.

Wed, May 14, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Come enjoy a new movie and snacks with us on the second Wednesday of every month! It's the perfect mid-week break to relax, have fun, and catch up with friends.

Weeaboo Wednesday - Anime, Lore, and More

Wed, May 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Central-Clemson Library

Lego free play

Wed, May 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Sarlin Library

Join us to watch Hunter x Hunter and make a flying carp (Koinobori)

Wed, May 14, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

If you have wanted to try D&D but didn't know where to play a game, try this out. We have an amazing group of volunteers that have played all sorts of tabletop games. For teens and adults

Thu, May 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Village Library

Dress for a mess and join us for multi-sensory play! Ideal for toddlers and preschool kids ages 0-5 accompanied by a caregiver.

Gather Your Party

Thu, May 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Ever been curious about Dungeons & Dragons or games like that?

Yogapalooza - I Saw a Bear!

Thu, May 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Free and open to all ages. Kids under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. All skill levels welcome!

Mini Maestros

Fri, May 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Strengthen language and motor skills through song, dance, and instruments! Ages 0-5 with a caregiver.

Fri, May 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Learn about how yoga can help you move your body, ease your anxiety, and have fun! This new monthly program features music, movement, and mindfulness.

Celebrate World Recycling Day with Clemson Extension

Sat, May 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Village Library

Join us to learn about recycling in Pickens County. Call 864-898-5747 to register.

🚐 Six Mile Issaqueena Festival - Downtown Six Mile, SC

Sat, May 17, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Outreach

Join our outreach team at the Six Mile Issaqueena Festival! We'll be there alongside many other vendors and food opportunities with fun lawn games, prizes, and library card sign ups.

3rd Annual Plant Swap

Sat, May 17, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Sarlin Library

Join us for our 3rd annual plant swap! Drop in to pick up an indoor plant, share cuttings, or re-home a plant you no longer want.

Learn to Play GO - Your Guide to Mastering the Game

Sun, May 18, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Come join us as we delve into the exciting world of the GO board game!

Coffee & Crime - The Road to Jonestown by Jeff Guinn

Mon, May 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Do you watch every true crime documentary or are you hooked on crime podcasts, this book club is for you! Each month, we'll discuss a different true crime book. Call 864-850-7077 to reserve your copy!

Pickens Book Club - The Frozen River, by Ariel Lawhon

Tue, May 20, 10:15am - 1:00pm

Village Library

Join us to discuss a different book every month!

Foodshare Pickens - Pick-up Date

Tue, May 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Village Library

Join us on Tuesday mornings for some light exercise and fun motivation!

Chair Yoga

Tue, May 20, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Taught by a certified instructor. No experience necessary.

Tue, May 20, 2:30pm - 5:30pm

Outreach

Pick up your fresh food boxes on designated the library locations listed below. Boxes must be pre-ordered and pre-paid.

Kids Yoga Storytime - Namaste and Play

Tue, May 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Village Library

Come join us for a special storytime full of movement and play! For ages 4-10.

Finer Things Club - English Card Game - Whist

Wed, May 21, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Join the Finer Things Club this May for an exciting afternoon of Whist, where fun, strategy, and friendly competition come together!

FoodShare Cooking Demo - Prize drawing for one free box!

Wed, May 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Central-Clemson Library

Lego free play

Wed, May 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Central-Clemson Library

Watch and learn how to use the ingredients in a Food Share box. - Prize drawing for one free box!

Choose Your Own Adventure

Wed, May 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Two boxes appear at the foot of your bed. Which will you choose: the one that glitters and shimmers, or the one covered in dust and spiderwebs?

Stories & Snacks @ the Doodle Park

Wed, May 21, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

If you have wanted to try D&D but didn't know where to play a game, try this out. We have an amazing group of volunteers that have played all sorts of tabletop games. For teens and adults

Thu, May 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Village Library

Join us at the Pickens Doodle Park Pavilion at 11:00am.

Thu, May 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library

Free and open to all ages. Kids under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. All skill levels welcome!

Build Your Own Bottle

Fri, May 23, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Central-Clemson Library

Make your own version of our popular fidget calming bottles for your own littles! While supplies last. Ages 5+