Greenwood County Library System

10/14/2026

Don’t forget to join us tomorrow, October 15 at 11AM for the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for our new StoryWalk at the Greenwood Main Library.

Cookies and light refreshments for the kids will be available after the ceremony.

10/13/2026

Important Libby Update!

Beginning October 15, Libby will require your library card number and PIN to sign in.

Don't know your PIN? It’s usually the last four digits of the phone number you used when signing up for your library card. If that doesn’t work, stop by the circulation desk at the library, and a librarian can reset it for you.

New to Libby? The Libby app by OverDrive lets you borrow free ebooks and audiobooks with your Greenwood County Library Card! Read on your phone or tablet, or send compatible ebooks to your Kindle ereader.

Getting started is easy, and it’s all free with your library card!

Learn more about Libby at the Library's website!

10/12/2026

Multiplayer Mondays!

Power up your Monday with Multiplayer Mondays! Once a month, registered middle and high school teens are invited to the Teen Center for an afternoon of friendly competition, gaming, and social fun.

Play multiplayer favorites like:
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Mario Kart World
Super Mario Party™ Jamboree
And more...

Whether you're an experienced gamer or just looking to try something new, everyone is welcome to join in! Meet other teens, compete in casual matches and tournaments, and enjoy a fun, welcoming environment where you can build new connections through gaming.

📍 Teen Center
📅 Monday, October 26, 2026
⏰ 4:00–5:30 PM
👥 Ages 11–18 | Grades 6–12

⚠️ Registration is required.

🎟️ Register online:
https://www.gwdlibrary.org/event/multiplayer-mondays-3414

🕹️ Drop-In Program: If you register but can’t stay for the entire event, that’s perfectly fine unless we’re playing a true tournament. Otherwise, feel free to come in late or leave early if needed!

Sign up, grab a controller, and get ready for an afternoon of games, friendly competition, and new connections!

10/12/2026

📚 MARK YOUR CALENDARS! The Book Sale is a little less than a month away!

Book lovers, the Friends of the Greenwood County Library System Book Sale is coming up, and you won’t want to miss it.

We have lots of new books from generous donations, plus books from the Library’s collection that are ready to find a new home. You never know what treasures you might discover, and no two Book Sales are ever quite the same!

And it’s not just books! We’ll also be offering up puzzles, games, DVDs, CDs, and a huge collection of classical music on vinyl! We’ll also have a small, pristine collection of collectable small books from the Horror genre for fans and collectors to discover.

📅 November 5–9, 2026
- Begins: Thursday, November 5 at 9:00 AM
- Ends: Monday, November 9 at 1:00 PM
- Hours: Open during regular library hours

Whether you’re looking for your next great read, adding to your home library, searching for a hidden gem, or stocking up for the whole family, there’s something for everyone.

Save the dates, tell a friend, and get ready to browse!

For more information on our semi-annual sales and our Books2Go Bookstore, visit our website.

Who are you bringing with you to the Book Sale? Tag your book-loving friends below!

10/11/2026

Schedule Change at the Ninety Six Branch!

Please note that the Ninety Six Branch will be closed on Wednesday, October 14.

The Creation Day craft normally scheduled for that day has been moved to Thursday, October 15.

No changes at our other locations! The Greenwood Main Library and Ware Shoals Branch will continue with their normal hours.

Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing you at the library!

10/10/2026

10/10/2026

Teen Art Club: Chalktober!

Each month, we’ll explore a different art project, giving you the chance to try something new while building your artistic skills.

This Month’s Activity: Chalktober

Make your mark at the library with Chalktober! Teens can use chalk and water to create colorful, creative sidewalk art on the Library’s sidewalks. Come up with your own design, experiment with different techniques, and turn the sidewalk into a work of art!

📍 Meet in the Teen Center — then head outside to the flagpoles
📅 Tuesday, October 20, 2026
⏰ 4:00–5:00 PM
👥 Ages 11–18

🌦️ Please note: We will meet in the Teen Center, but the activity will take place outside on the Library’s sidewalks. If weather prevents us from being outside, we will have an alternate activity available.

🎟️ Register online:
https://www.gwdlibrary.org/event/teen-art-club-3562

Come get creative and turn the sidewalk into your canvas!

10/08/2026

Don't forget to register for next Thursday's Murder & Mittens: An Amish Cozy Mystery Morning!

Join us Thursday, October 15, from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. at the Ninety Six Branch Library for a morning filled with mystery, mayhem, and Amish country charm!

Our two local authors, Laura Bradford and Tracy Fredrychowski, will share the secrets behind their Amish cozy mysteries, their writing journeys, and what makes a good mystery so irresistible.

But there’s a mystery waiting for YOU to solve! 🕵️‍♀️

Put your detective skills to the test with our interactive mini-mystery, The Case of the Missing Blue-Ribbon Pie. A prized pie has disappeared just before the big judging, and everyone has a motive! Can you follow the clues, spot the suspicious details, and figure out whodunit?

Afterward, enjoy light refreshments while you chat with the authors, purchase one of their books, or have a book you already own autographed.

Come for the authors. Stay for the clues. Leave knowing whether you have what it takes to crack the case!

📅 Thursday, October 15, 2026
⏰ 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.
📍 Ninety Six Branch Library
📝 Online Registration required: https://www.gwdlibrary.org/event/murder-mittens-3636

Bring your friends and family and join us for a cozy morning of mystery and fun!

10/08/2026

Artist of the Month: Yayoi Kusama

Join us each month as we explore a famous artist and create a hands-on art project inspired by their work!

This month, we’re learning about Yayoi Kusama, an artist famous for covering mushrooms, pumpkins, and more with her bright and playful polka dots.

🍄 Project: Dot Mushrooms/Gourds

Kids will learn a little about Kusama’s colorful art style, then paint their own dotted mushroom or gourd inspired by her work to take home!

📍 Children’s Story Room
📅 Wednesday, October 21, 2026
⏰ 3:30–4:30 PM
👥Ages: 6-11

This program invites school-aged kids to discover new techniques, experiment with different materials, and express their creativity in exciting ways. All supplies are provided; just bring your imagination!

⚠️ Registration is required.

🎟️ Register online:
https://www.gwdlibrary.org/event/artist-month-3498

Come get creative and make your own colorful Kusama-inspired masterpiece!

10/07/2026

Tween Book Club!

Calling all book-loving tweens! Join us at the library for our Tween Book Club, a fun and friendly space to talk about books and connect with fellow readers.

This Month’s Book: Keeper of the Lost Cities by Shannon Messenger

📍 Teen Center
📅 Thursday, November 5, 2026
⏰ 4:00–5:00 PM
👉Ages 10–12

The library provides books, and you can pick up your FREE copy at the Teen Center.

Registration Online:
https://www.gwdlibrary.org/event/tween-book-club-3554

Come ready for great conversation, good snacks, and a little bookish fun!