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History Book Club

Maus by Art Spiegelman
2025-07-28 17:30:00 2025-07-28 18:30:00 America/New_York History Book Club Join us every other month to read a historical non-fiction title. Call 864-843-5805 to reserve your copy! Sarlin Library -

Monday, July 28
5:30pm - 6:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-07-28 17:30:00 2025-07-28 18:30:00 America/New_York History Book Club Join us every other month to read a historical non-fiction title. Call 864-843-5805 to reserve your copy! Sarlin Library -

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

Join us to discuss Maus: a Survivor's Tale by Art Spiegelman

Maus: A Survivor’s Tale is the illustrated true story of Vladek Spiegelman’s experiences during World War II, as told by his son, Artie. It consists of Book One: My Father Bleeds History, and Book Two: And Here My Troubles Began / From Mauschwitz to the Catskills and Beyond.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Club |

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Sarlin Library
Phone: 864-843-5805
Hours

Today's hours

We're open 10:00AM to 2:00PM

Mon, Jun 23 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jun 24 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Jun 25 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Jun 26 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jun 27 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 28 10:00AM to 2:00PM
Sun, Jun 29 Closed
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About the branch

The Sarlin Library is located in the heart of Liberty adjacent to Sarlin Park. This library is the home of the library system’s Seed Library and is the only library location currently providing walk-in Passport services. The facility has small study rooms and a meeting room available by reservation during library hours. Our wifi hotspot lending program is especially popular at this location. Don’t forget to ask about checking out equipment and games from their Library of Things. Public computers and 24/7 wifi access are also available.

Upcoming events

Knit Pickens
Sat, Jun 28, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Village Library
Join us if you enjoy any type of needlecraft!
Journaling Club
Sat, Jun 28, 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 available for newcomers.
Carolina Day in the Upcountry - Untold Stories of the American Revolution
Sat, Jun 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Discover South Carolina’s pivotal role in the American Revolution during this compelling presentation by historian Dennis Chastain.
Design Your Own Tote Bag
Mon, Jun 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Sarlin Library
Come make your own unique book tote bag! All supplies provided.
Fit Over 40 - Summer Reading Fitness Bingo Challenge
Tue, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Village Library
Join us on Tuesday mornings for some light exercise and fun motivation! Complete a BINGO and turn in your card to enter in our FUN FITNESS DRAWINGS!
Chair Yoga
Tue, Jul 01, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Taught by a certified instructor. No experience necessary.
Lego Storybuilders
Wed, Jul 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central-Clemson Library
Lego free play
🚐 Summer Stargazing - Dacusville - Dacusville Community Center
Wed, Jul 02, 9:00pm - 10:00pm
Outreach
Join us at the Dacusville Community Center where we'll have our NEW large telescopes under the new moon. We'll have dark skies, and plenty of planets and constellations to see!
Any Book Club (ABC) - ....read whatever you want
Thu, Jul 03, 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.
Color Your World: Makerspace Edition
Thu, Jul 03, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sarlin Library
Are you tired of crafting alone? Do you need more space? Are you having a glitter emergency? Drop in and use our art and craft supplies to make your own unique creation!
🚐 The Storehouse Mobile Food Pantry - Powdersville First Baptist Church
Thu, Jul 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Outreach
Join us at Powdersville First Baptist Church as The Storehouse Mobile Food Pantry provides free groceries for those facing food insecurity — we will be there with games, and prizes!
Pokémon Club
Thu, Jul 03, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Free and open to all ages. Kids under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. All skill levels welcome!
Library Closed - Independence Day
Fri, Jul 04, All day
Library Closed
All Library locations will be closed on Friday, July 4th.
Alice in Wonderland Day
Sat, Jul 05, 11:00am - 1:30pm
Sarlin Library
Don't be late for this very important date! We are celebrating Alice in Wonderland Day! We're showing the film & having our very own mad tea party. Dress up & follow the white rabbit to the library.
Shark Week - July 7-11
Mon, Jul 07, All day
Village Library
Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water! Come by the Village branch this week for shark-themed crafts and activities.
STEM Summer Camp
Mon, Jul 07, 8:30am - 1:00pm
Sarlin Library
Our STEM Summer Camp is back & better than ever! Join BRIEF to learn about hands on science and robotics. For ages 6-12. Registration Required. Space Limited. Call 864-843-5805 to sign-up.
Summer Reading Performance - Wildlife Geek
Mon, Jul 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Come experience a live animal adventure with us!
Storytime Studio
Mon, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Sarlin Library
Join us each week to read stories about a different artist, style, or skill. Then roll up your sleeves and try it yourself!
Summer Reading Performance - Wildlife Geek
Mon, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central-Clemson Library
Come experience a live animal adventure with us!
Junk Jewelry Art
Mon, Jul 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Sarlin Library
Come create a unique piece of art using old and broken jewelry. Use ours or bring your own jewelry.
Summer Reading Performance - Wildlife Geek
Mon, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Come experience a live animal adventure with us!
Shark Week - July 7-11
Tue, Jul 08, All day
Village Library
Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water! Come by the Village branch this week for shark-themed crafts and activities.
STEM Summer Camp
Tue, Jul 08, 8:30am - 1:00pm
Sarlin Library
Our STEM Summer Camp is back & better than ever! Join BRIEF to learn about hands on science and robotics. For ages 6-12. Registration Required. Space Limited. Call 864-843-5805 to sign-up.
Summer Reading Performance - Wildlife Geek
Tue, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Pickens Rec Center
Come experience a live animal adventure with us!
Fit Over 40 - Summer Reading Fitness Bingo Challenge
Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Village Library
Join us on Tuesday mornings for some light exercise and fun motivation! Complete a BINGO and turn in your card to enter in our FUN FITNESS DRAWINGS!
Gentle Yoga
Tue, Jul 08, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Taught by a certified instructor. No experience necessary.
Summer Reading Performance - Wildlife Geek
Tue, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Liberty Rec Center
Come experience a live animal adventure with us!
Pints & Pages - Anita de Monte Laughs Last by Xóchitl González
Tue, Jul 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Outreach
A 21+ Book Club. Meet us at The Silos to discuss this month's book.
Shark Week - July 7-11
Wed, Jul 09, All day
Village Library
Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water! Come by the Village branch this week for shark-themed crafts and activities.
STEM Summer Camp
Wed, Jul 09, 8:30am - 1:00pm
Sarlin Library
Our STEM Summer Camp is back & better than ever! Join BRIEF to learn about hands on science and robotics. For ages 6-12. Registration Required. Space Limited. Call 864-843-5805 to sign-up.
Cancelled
🚐 Tech Talk - Pickens Senior Center
Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Outreach
The PCLS Outreach Van 🚐 will be at the Pickens Senior Center from 10 am to 12 pm.
Movies and Munchies - Beauty Is Embarrassing (Not Rated) 1h 28m
Wed, Jul 09, 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.
Lego Storybuilders
Wed, Jul 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central-Clemson Library
Lego free play
Fold & Weave: Bookish Crafts - Bookmarks
Wed, Jul 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central-Clemson Library
Come paper weave a new bookmark as a gift to yourself or to share! Ages 13+
Weeaboo Wednesday - Anime, Lore, and More
Wed, Jul 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Sarlin Library
Join us to watch Monthly-Girls' Nozaki-kun and draw out own manga. instructional books and supplies provided.
Central Clemson Book Discussion - The Murmur of Bees by Sofia Segovia
Wed, Jul 09, 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.
Shark Week - July 7-11
Thu, Jul 10, All day
Village Library
Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water! Come by the Village branch this week for shark-themed crafts and activities.
STEM Summer Camp
Thu, Jul 10, 8:30am - 1:00pm
Sarlin Library
Our STEM Summer Camp is back & better than ever! Join BRIEF to learn about hands on science and robotics. For ages 6-12. Registration Required. Space Limited. Call 864-843-5805 to sign-up.
🚐 Tech Talk - Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, Clemson
Thu, Jul 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Outreach
The PCLS Outreach Van 🚐 will be at OLLI from 10 am to 12 pm.
Movie Matinee - Reagan PG 13 136 min
Thu, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Central-Clemson Library
Newly released films. All films are shown with closed captions.
Color Your World: Makerspace Edition
Thu, Jul 10, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sarlin Library
Are you tired of crafting alone? Do you need more space? Are you having a glitter emergency? Drop in and use our art and craft supplies to make your own unique creation!
Yogapalooza - Under the Sea
Thu, Jul 10, 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.
Pokémon Club
Thu, Jul 10, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Free and open to all ages. Kids under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. All skill levels welcome!
Picasso Yourself! - Bad Art Self-Portrait Contest
Thu, Jul 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Create a quirky, wacky self-portrait in the style of Pablo Picasso! Have fun with bold colors & abstract shapes — no need to look like you! Then, vote for the best bad art to win the Bad Art Trophy!
🚐 Summer Stargazing - Liberty - Iselin Field, Woodside Baseball Complex
Thu, Jul 10, 8:30pm - 10:00pm
Outreach
Join us and our NEW larger telescopes as we look at the July 10 full moon, as well as some planets and constellations! Bring a blanket or chair, and watch the stars with us!
Shark Week - July 7-11
Fri, Jul 11, All day
Village Library
Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water! Come by the Village branch this week for shark-themed crafts and activities.
STEM Summer Camp
Fri, Jul 11, 8:30am - 1:00pm
Sarlin Library
Our STEM Summer Camp is back & better than ever! Join BRIEF to learn about hands on science and robotics. For ages 6-12. Registration Required. Space Limited. Call 864-843-5805 to sign-up.
Messy Munchkins
Fri, Jul 11, 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.
Comics Club
Fri, Jul 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Sarlin Library
For ages tweens and teens. Registration required. Call 864-843-5805 to sign up.
Donation Day - At All Library Locations!
Sat, Jul 12, All day
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
All books, DVDs and CDs (in their original cases), clean and in good condition! No magazines, textbooks or encyclopedias accepted. Bring your donations to any library location during open hours.
Knit Pickens
Sat, Jul 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Village Library
Join us if you enjoy any type of needlecraft!
Sand Art
Sat, Jul 12, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Sarlin Library
Drop-in to make art using different colors of sand.
Summer Mixtape Trivia
Sun, Jul 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Test your knowledge of iconic summer hits in this pub-style trivia game! Five rounds, teams up to five, and prizes for the winners.
Summer Reading Performance - Do Art Productions
Mon, Jul 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Unlocking the superpower of creativity through the power of interactive content!
Storytime Studio
Mon, Jul 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Sarlin Library
Join us each week to read stories about a different artist, style, or skill. Then roll up your sleeves and try it yourself!
Summer Reading Performance - Do Art Productions
Mon, Jul 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central-Clemson Library
Unlocking the superpower of creativity through the power of interactive content!
Summer Reading Performance - Do Art Productions
Mon, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Unlocking the superpower of creativity through the power of interactive content!
Summer Reading Performance - Do Art Productions
Tue, Jul 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Pickens Rec Center
Unlocking the superpower of creativity through the power of interactive content!
Pickens Book Club - The Ice Cream Queen of Orchard Street, by susan Jane Gilman
Tue, Jul 15, 10:15am - 1:00pm
Village Library
Join us to discuss a different book every month!
Fit Over 40 - Summer Reading Fitness Bingo Challenge
Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Village Library
Join us on Tuesday mornings for some light exercise and fun motivation! Complete a BINGO and turn in your card to enter in our FUN FITNESS DRAWINGS!
Chair Yoga
Tue, Jul 15, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Taught by a certified instructor. No experience necessary.
Foodshare Pickens - Pick-up Date
Tue, Jul 15, 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.
Summer Reading Performance - Do Art Productions
Tue, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Liberty Rec Center
Unlocking the superpower of creativity through the power of interactive content!
Kids Yoga Storytime - Animal Yoga
Tue, Jul 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Village Library
Come join us for a special storytime full of movement and play! For ages 4-10.
🚐 The Storehouse Mobile Food Pantry - Holly Springs Baptist Church
Tue, Jul 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Outreach
Join us at Holly Springs Baptist Church as The Storehouse Mobile Food Pantry provides free groceries for those facing food insecurity — we will be there with games and prizes!
Finer Things Club - Tour the Greenville Museum of Art
Wed, Jul 16, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Join the Finer Things Club to experience color and creativity up close with a guided tour of the Greenville Museum of Art.
Lego Storybuilders
Wed, Jul 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central-Clemson Library
Lego free play
Messy Munchkins
Thu, Jul 17, 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.
Comic Book Workshop - Do Art Productions
Thu, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Join us for an exciting comic book workshop with Do Art Productions. Perfect for ages 8-17.
Color Your World: Makerspace Edition
Thu, Jul 17, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sarlin Library
Are you tired of crafting alone? Do you need more space? Are you having a glitter emergency? Drop in and use our art and craft supplies to make your own unique creation!
Media Through Time - Past, Present, and Future of Storytelling
Thu, Jul 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Library
Teens and Adults join us to discover how media has evolved and what the future may hold for visual storytelling.This program is presented by Tri-County Technical College. Call to register 864-898-5747
The Amazing Race - Library Edition
Thu, Jul 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Split into teams and search the library for clues. Who will reign supreme?
Pokémon Club
Thu, Jul 17, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Free and open to all ages. Kids under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. All skill levels welcome!
Art in Pieces - A Journey Through Collage
Thu, Jul 17, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Come explore the colorful world of collage in this fun, hands-on creative workshop!
Anime Film Festival
Sat, Jul 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Sarlin Library
Join us to watch The Cat Returns. Snacks will be provided. This film is perfect for anime fans and cat lovers of all ages.
Summer Reading Performance - Big Bang Boom
Mon, Jul 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Three dynamic dads playing parent-friendly, educational children's music!
Storytime Studio
Mon, Jul 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Sarlin Library
Join us each week to read stories about a different artist, style, or skill. Then roll up your sleeves and try it yourself!
Summer Reading Performance - Big Bang Boom
Mon, Jul 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central-Clemson Library
Three dynamic dads playing parent-friendly, educational children's music!
Bad Art Night
Mon, Jul 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Sarlin Library
Come make bad art with us! Use our supplies to make your own "Masterpiece”. Make a sculpture, necklace, gadget, painting or anything in between, as long as it's really bad! No talent necessary
Summer Reading Performance - Big Bang Boom
Mon, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Three dynamic dads playing parent-friendly, educational children's music!
Coffee & Crime - The Wager by David Grann
Mon, Jul 21, 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.
Summer Reading Performance - Big Bang Boom
Tue, Jul 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Pickens Rec Center
Three dynamic dads playing parent-friendly, educational children's music!
Easley Book Club - The God of the Woods by Liz Moore
Tue, Jul 22, 10:00am - 11:30am
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Join us every month to discuss popular fiction titles! Call 864-850-7077 to reserve your copy of this month's book.
Fit Over 40 - Summer Reading Fitness Bingo Challenge
Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Village Library
Join us on Tuesday mornings for some light exercise and fun motivation! Complete a BINGO and turn in your card to enter in our FUN FITNESS DRAWINGS!
Gentle Yoga
Tue, Jul 22, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Taught by a certified instructor. No experience necessary.
Summer Reading Performance - Big Bang Boom
Tue, Jul 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Liberty Rec Center
Three dynamic dads playing parent-friendly, educational children's music!
Paint-a-long - Dandelions
Tue, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central-Clemson Library
Come paint alongside our staff to create a dandelion using straws. Supplies provided. Ages 14+
Stories in Stone - Gravestone Rubbing as Art and History
Tue, Jul 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Join us for an introduction to gravestone rubbing—an artful way to explore local history. Learn how to safely and respectfully capture historic engravings and where to find the best sites.
Lego Storybuilders
Wed, Jul 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central-Clemson Library
Lego free play
Stories & Snacks @ the Doodle Park
Thu, Jul 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Village Library
Come see us at the Doodle Trailhead Pavilion in Pickens! We'll enjoy some outdoor stories, songs, crafts, and snacks!
Movie Matinee - Black Bag R 93min
Thu, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central-Clemson Library
Newly released films. All films are shown with closed captions.
Color Your World: Makerspace Edition
Thu, Jul 24, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sarlin Library
Are you tired of crafting alone? Do you need more space? Are you having a glitter emergency? Drop in and use our art and craft supplies to make your own unique creation!
Bad Art Night
Thu, Jul 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Join us for a night of chaos and creativity and see who can create the worst piece of art!
Pokémon Club
Thu, Jul 24, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Free and open to all ages. Kids under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. All skill levels welcome!
Comics Club
Fri, Jul 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Sarlin Library
For ages tweens and teens. Registration required. Call 864-843-5805 to sign up.
Library After Dark: Friday Flix - High School Musical 2
Fri, Jul 25, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Hey Wildcats, it's summertime! Join us to watch an interactive, after-hours showing of High School Musical 2!
Knit Pickens
Sat, Jul 26, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Village Library
Join us if you enjoy any type of needlecraft!
Journaling Club
Sat, Jul 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 available for newcomers.
🚐 Wellness Kit Lending - Samaritan Health Clinic
Mon, Jul 28, 9:00am - 11:00am
Outreach
The PCLS Outreach Van 🚐 will be at Samaritan Health Clinic from 9 am to 11 am.
History Book Club - Maus by Art Spiegelman
Mon, Jul 28, 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!
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