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Summer Reading Program Kick-Off!

Pickens

2026-05-29 10:00:00 2026-05-29 13:00:00 America/New_York Summer Reading Program Kick-Off! Unearth a Story! Games, shaved ice, and big-time fun—kick off Summer Reading in a BIG way! Village Library -

Friday, May 29
10:00am - 1:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-05-29 10:00:00 2026-05-29 13:00:00 America/New_York Summer Reading Program Kick-Off! Unearth a Story! Games, shaved ice, and big-time fun—kick off Summer Reading in a BIG way! Village Library -

Unearth a Story! Games, shaved ice, and big-time fun—kick off Summer Reading in a BIG way!

Get ready to ROAR into Summer Reading at the Village Library in Pickens!

Join us for an exciting Unearth a Story Kick-Off featuring outdoor fun like lawn games, balloon animals, and even a fire truck to help everyone cool off! Enjoy delicious bites from One Armed Smoker and sweet treats from Kona Ice of Pickens while you explore hands-on dino activities.

It’s the ultimate kickoff to a summer full of reading, adventure, and discovery—don’t miss it!

             

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Families | Children | All Ages | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Summer Reading | Special Event | Performance | Kids Event | Games & Gaming | Arts, Crafts, & DIY |

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Village Library
Phone: 864-898-5747
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Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 6:00PM

Mon, Apr 27 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Apr 28 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Apr 29 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Apr 30 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, May 01 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 02 10:00AM to 2:00PM
Sun, May 03 Closed
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About the branch

The Village Library is located on North Catherine Street in the county seat of Pickens. All library branches including the Village branch feature honeybee observation hives thanks to the support of Bee Well Honey, located in Pickens. A large meeting room, conference room, and study rooms are available as well as public computers and free wifi access.

Upcoming events

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Preschool Storytime - Pickens
Wed, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Village Library
Books, crafts, and activities for ages 2-5 accompanied by a caregiver.
Preschool Storytime - Central-Clemson
Wed, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Central-Clemson Library
Books, crafts, and activities for ages 2-5 accompanied by a caregiver.
Lego Storybuilders
Wed, Apr 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central-Clemson Library
Lego free play
🚐 Clemson Picnic In The Park - Ashley Dearing Park, Dawson Park, Nettles Park
Wed, Apr 29, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Outreach
Join us for fun, games, music, and a great time at Clemson's Picnic in the Park series!
Extended Hours - Exam Week
Wed, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 11:55pm
Central-Clemson Library
Central Clemson will remain open until midnight as study space for college students to prepare for exams. Current College ID required. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Library.
Community Resource & Career Fair - Pickens County Adult Education
Thu, Apr 30, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Outreach
Join us at this exciting fair where we'll be providing library card sign-ups, free replacement cards, library giveaways, and more!
Wiggles & Giggles
Thu, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Central-Clemson Library
Stories, songs, flannel boards and free play time. Birth-3 years old with a caregiver.
Sexual Assault Awareness Workshop
Thu, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Join us for an informative and engaging community workshop focused on understanding and preventing sexual violence.
Extended Hours - Exam Week
Thu, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 11:55pm
Central-Clemson Library
Central Clemson will remain open until midnight as study space for college students to prepare for exams. Current College ID required. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Library.
Mini Maestros
Fri, May 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Sarlin Library
Strengthen language and motor skills through song, dance, and instruments! Ages 0-5 with a caregiver.
Messy Munchkins - Easley
Fri, May 01, 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.
Movie Matinee - Ella McCay (PG-13) 1h 55m
Fri, May 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central-Clemson Library
Newly released films. All films are shown with closed captions.
🚐 City of Clemson Touch-A-Truck - Nettles Park
Fri, May 01, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Outreach
Join us at Touch-A-Truck where all are invited to get up close and personal with our special library outreach van!
House Swarming - Welcome back our bees!
Sat, May 02, All day
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Join us to welcome the bees back to the library's observational hive! 
House Swarming - Welcome back our bees!
Sat, May 02, 9:00am - 6:00pm
Central-Clemson Library
Join us all day for bee-related activities including rolled candlemaking, take-home bee houses, seed bombs and honey tasting. For all ages. While supplies last. Sponsored by thebeecause.org
House Swarming Party
Sat, May 02, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Village Library
Join us to welcome the bees back to the library's observational hive!
Pickens County Native Plant Jubilee - Pickens County Career and Technology Center
Sat, May 02, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Outreach
Join us at this exciting event, where we'll be talking about our seed library and the wonderful things happening at the Liberty Library!
House Swarming Party
Sat, May 02, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Sarlin Library
Bee our guest! Welcome back our honeybee friends with crafts, games, and a special raffle!
First Sunday Book Sale
Sun, May 03, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Drones 101 - Commerical Uses - Dr. Joe Burgett of Clemson University
Sun, May 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Central-Clemson Library
Join us for a 90-minute session on the fundamentals of operating drones in the US. Gain an understanding of professional drone work. There will be a live drone demo, weather permitting.
Library Closed - Staff Training Day
Mon, May 04, All day
Library Closed
All Library locations will be closed on Monday, May 4th.
Star Wars Day - Revenge of the Fifth
Tue, May 05, All day
Village Library
Stop by the library as we celebrate Star Wars Day with "Revenge of the Fifth".
Mother Goose on the Loose
Tue, May 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Sarlin Library
Nursery rhymes, motion, and music for ages birth-3 accompanied by a caregiver.
Fit Over 40
Tue, May 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Village Library
Join us on Tuesday mornings for some light exercise and fun motivation!
Preschool Storytime - Easley
Tue, May 05, 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 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Sarlin Library
Nursery rhymes, motion, and music for ages birth-3 accompanied by a caregiver.
Chair Yoga
Tue, May 05, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Taught by a certified instructor. No experience necessary.
Foodshare Pickup
Tue, May 05, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sarlin Library
Foodshare South Carolina is a non-profit focused on bringing fresh produce to areas of need at a price point that works for everyone.
STEAM Adventures with Jack and Annie - Big Day for Baseball
Tue, May 05, 3:30pm - 4:31pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Travel through time with Jack and Annie! We’ll read from the Magic Tree House series and bring the stories to life with exciting STEAM experiments and creative projects.
Teen Art Club-Dino-ramas
Tue, May 05, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Join us for a new craft project each month!
Family Fishing Clinic - Table Rock State Park
Wed, May 06, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Outreach
Learn how to tie fishing knots, rig a rod and reel, cast and more!
Preschool Storytime - Pickens
Wed, May 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Village Library
Books, crafts, and activities for ages 2-5 accompanied by a caregiver.
Wiggles & Giggles
Wed, May 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Stories, songs, flannel boards and free play time. Birth-3 years old with a caregiver.
Preschool Storytime - Central-Clemson
Wed, May 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Central-Clemson Library
Books, crafts, and activities for ages 2-5 accompanied by a caregiver.
Lego Storybuilders
Wed, May 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central-Clemson Library
Lego free play
Story Forge
Wed, May 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Library
Young Adventurers, Come join our party, learn new role playing games, and create stories that will last a lifetime!
Cozy Craft - DIY Recycled Material Bird Feeders
Wed, May 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Sarlin Library
Registration required. Call 864-843-5805 to sign-up.
Central Clemson Book Discussion - Theo of Golden by Allen Levi
Wed, May 06, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
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.
Honey Treat Day
Thu, May 07, All day
Village Library
The bees are back and we're celebrating! Stop by the library to sample some honey themed treats!
Wiggles & Giggles
Thu, May 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Central-Clemson Library
Stories, songs, flannel boards and free play time. Birth-3 years old with a caregiver.
Teen Game Night
Thu, May 07, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Apples to Apples? Uno? Jenga? What game will you choose? Join us to play games and hang out with your friends.
Pokémon Club
Thu, May 07, 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!
Messy Munchkins - 2nd Friday of each month
Fri, May 08, 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.
Pollinators - From Hive to Habitat - Summer Pollinator Series with 4-H
Fri, May 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
The library’s observation hives will be featured throughout a special speaker series held on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of May, June, and July.
Star Wars Month Celebration - Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope (PG) 2h 1m
Fri, May 08, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Join us for a screening of Star Wars Episode VI: A New Hope (1977) and themed snacks.
Saturday Storytime - Under the Sea 🦀🐟🐠🐬🐙
Sat, May 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
A special themed storytime on the 2nd Saturday of each month.
Knit Pickens
Sat, May 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Village Library
Join us if you enjoy any type of needlecraft!
Star Wars Trivia
Sat, May 09, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Sarlin Library
Once upon a time in a galaxy far far away....your local library did family friendly Star Wars trivia. Come test your saga-spanning knowledge with us in celebration of May the Fourth.
Preschool Storytime - Liberty
Mon, May 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Sarlin Library
Books, crafts, and activities for ages 2-5 accompanied by a caregiver.
Homeschool Hangout - Spelling Bee
Mon, May 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Village Library
Join us for our 4th Annual Spelling Bee! Register by grade level, suggested spelling lists are available.
American Girl - Lea Clark
Mon, May 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Join us each week for American Girl Club! Learn about a different American Girl each month through stories, crafts, and fun activities inspired by her world.
Fit Over 40
Tue, May 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Village Library
Join us on Tuesday mornings for some light exercise and fun motivation!
Preschool Storytime - Easley
Tue, May 12, 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 12, 10:30am - 11:31am
Sarlin Library
Nursery rhymes, motion, and music for ages birth-3 accompanied by a caregiver.
Gentle Yoga and Meditation
Tue, May 12, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
A gentle yoga class with an emphasis on mindfulness and meditation.
Pints & Pages - Three Bags Full by Leonie Swann
Tue, May 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Outreach
A 21+ Book Club. Meet us at The Pint Station to discuss this month's book.
The Art of Bargello
Tue, May 12, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Looking to try something new and creative? Join us for a Bargello crafting program at the library!
🚐 Pickens Flea Market Outreach - Pickens Flea Market & Bargain Exchange
Wed, May 13, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Outreach
Join us at your hometown flea market, where we'll have free giveaways, library card sign-ups, and some interesting items to check out on local history, antiques, and more!
Pickens Tech Talk - Hagood Community Center
Wed, May 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Outreach
A librarian will be at the Pickens Senior Center to assist with troubleshooting phones, laptops, e-readers and other electronic devices.
Preschool Storytime - Pickens
Wed, May 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Village Library
Books, crafts, and activities for ages 2-5 accompanied by a caregiver.
Preschool Storytime - Central-Clemson
Wed, May 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Central-Clemson Library
Books, crafts, and activities for ages 2-5 accompanied by a caregiver.
Throwback Theater - Gladiator (R) 2h 35m
Wed, May 13, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Travel through cinematic history with us! Each month, we will screen a beloved classic released in this same month years ago.
Lego Storybuilders
Wed, May 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central-Clemson Library
Lego free play
Wiggles & Giggles
Thu, May 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Central-Clemson Library
Stories, songs, flannel boards and free play time. Birth-3 years old with a caregiver.
Stories & Snacks - Pickens Doodle Park
Thu, May 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Village Library
Enjoy some outdoor stories, songs, crafts, and snacks with us!
Teen Thursdays - Raiders of the Lost Ark (PG) (1981)
Thu, May 14, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Join us to hang out with friends, eat snacks, and watch tv shows/movies together.
Pokémon Club
Thu, May 14, 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!
DIY Rain Barrel Installation with the Clemson Extension
Fri, May 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Sarlin Library
Registration required. Call 864-843-5805 to sign-up.
🚐 Boozy Book Fair for Adults - Central Roller Mills
Fri, May 15, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Outreach
Our outreach librarian will be providing reader advisory service and showing off our databases to help you find your next favorite read! Enjoy a sip, and relive the book fair of your youth!
Journeys and Java @ Jitters Book Discussion - The Long Way to a Small Angry Planet by Becky Chambers
Fri, May 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Outreach
Join us after hours at Jitters Cafe in Central to discuss selected SciFi and Fantasy titles. 3rd Fridays 6:30 pm 104 Madden Bridge Road, Central Call 864-639-2711 for more info.
Third Saturday Book Sale
Sat, May 16, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
4th Annual Plant Swap
Sat, May 16, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Sarlin Library
Calling all plant enthusiasts! It's that time again. Pick up an indoor/outdoor plant, share cuttings, or surrender a (still living) plant. Get seeds of your own from the Seed Library.
History Book Club - Everything is Tuberculosis by John Green.
Mon, May 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Sarlin Library
This month we are reading Everything is Tuberculosis by John Green.
Coffee & Crime - American Mother by Colum McCann and Diane Foley
Mon, May 18, 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.
Pickens Book Club - The Cliffs by Courtney Sullivan
Tue, May 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Village Library
Join us to discuss a different book every month!
Fit Over 40
Tue, May 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Village Library
Join us on Tuesday mornings for some light exercise and fun motivation!
Chair Yoga
Tue, May 19, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Taught by a certified instructor. No experience necessary.
Foodshare Pickup
Tue, May 19, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sarlin Library
Foodshare South Carolina is a non-profit focused on bringing fresh produce to areas of need at a price point that works for everyone.
Kids Yoga Storytime - Namaste and Play
Tue, May 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Village Library
Come join us for a special storytime full of movement and play! For ages 4-10.
Wild about Wild Kratts - Termites
Tue, May 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central-Clemson Library
Watch an episode of Wild Kratts to learn natural history and age-appropriate science through animal adventures. Then explore the topic of the month with a nature themed craft, snack, or speaker.
Ready, Set, Float! - Boating & Water Safety
Tue, May 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Planning fun on the water this summer? Bring the whole family to our Boat & Water Safety program!
Family Fishing Clinic - Table Rock State Park
Wed, May 20, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Outreach
Learn how to tie fishing knots, rig a rod and reel, cast and more!
Kindermusik StoryTime - In the Garden
Wed, May 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Central-Clemson Library
Join us for a new Storytime event led by Kindermusik of Clemson! Explore instruments and movement in this special class. Ages 0-5. Registration required. Sign up by calling 864-639-2711.
The Magic School Bus - How Things Grow
Wed, May 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Sarlin Library
Watch an episode of The Magic School Bus about plants and pollination, & then reinforce what you learned with fun activities! Take home your own plant & a copy of The Magic School Bus Plants Seeds!
Lego Storybuilders
Wed, May 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central-Clemson Library
Lego free play
Story Forge
Wed, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Library
Young Adventurers, Come join our party, learn new role playing games, and create stories that will last a lifetime!
Messy Munchkins
Thu, May 21, 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.
Wild about Wild Kratts - Bees
Thu, May 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Village Library
Watch an episode of Wild Kratts to learn natural history and age-appropriate science through animal adventures. Stay and explore the topic of the month with a nature themed craft, snack, or speaker.
Pokémon Club
Thu, May 21, 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!
Knit Pickens
Sat, May 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Village Library
Join us if you enjoy any type of needlecraft!
Anime Film Festival
Sat, May 23, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Sarlin Library
Join us to watch Belle (2021). Concessions will be provided.
Library Closed - Memorial Day
Mon, May 25, All day
Library Closed
All Library locations will be closed on Monday, May 25th.
Paper Airplane Day!
Tue, May 26, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Central-Clemson Library
Create and test your best paper airplane design! We will have templates to choose from while supplies last.
Easley Book Club - Three Days in June by Anne Tyler
Tue, May 26, 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
Tue, May 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Village Library
Join us on Tuesday mornings for some light exercise and fun motivation!
Gentle Yoga and Meditation
Tue, May 26, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
A gentle yoga class with an emphasis on mindfulness and meditation.
Library Trivia Night - The Office & Parks and Recreation Edition
Tue, May 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Village Library
Fans of The Office & Parks and Recreation, this one is for you!
Embroidery for Beginners
Tue, May 26, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Join us as we dive into the world of embroidery! We'll guide you through the essentials of getting started, from selecting high-quality supplies to mastering basic stitches.
TechPad
Wed, May 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Village Library
Stop in to get some assistance with your technology issues.
Lego Storybuilders
Wed, May 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central-Clemson Library
Lego free play
Charles Hood, local author - Pickens Portraits: volume 1
Wed, May 27, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Village Library
Author visit at the library- learn more about his new book.
Stories & Snacks - Pickens Doodle Park
Thu, May 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Village Library
Enjoy some outdoor stories, songs, crafts, and snacks with us!
Movie Matinee - Reminders of Him (PG-13) 1h 54m
Thu, May 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central-Clemson Library
Newly released films. All films are shown with closed captions.
Pokémon Club
Thu, May 28, 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!
Summer Reading Program Kick-Off! - Easley
Fri, May 29, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library 
Unearth a Story! Dinosaurs, mascots, food trucks, games—let’s kick off Summer Reading in a BIG way!
Summer Reading Program Kick-Off! - Central-Clemson
Fri, May 29, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Central-Clemson Library
Unearth a Story! Games, ice cream, and big-time fun—kick off Summer Reading in a BIG way!
Summer Reading Program Kick-Off! - Pickens
Fri, May 29, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Village Library
Unearth a Story! Games, shaved ice, and big-time fun—kick off Summer Reading in a BIG way!
Summer Reading Program Kick-Off! - Liberty
Fri, May 29, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Sarlin Library
Unearth a Story! Games, shaved ice, and big-time fun—kick off Summer Reading in a BIG way!
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