Thursday, February 15 
4:00 pm 
Boiling Springs Library
Teen Craft We will learn how to use duct tape in origami--the best of two cultures! For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12. Call 578-3665.

Sunday, February 18 
3:45 pm 
Westside Library
Teen Movie with Book Discussion! We will discuss Louis Sachar's book, "Holes," and then watch the movie. Teens do not have to come to Pagemasters to attend the movie. Refreshments will be served and there will be a drawing for the movie on DVD. Signed permission slips are required and are available at the circulation desk. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12. Call 574-6815.

Monday, February 19 
4:30 pm 
Headquarters Library
Teen Read & Feed book discussion! We will discuss "ZigZag" by Ellen Wittlinger. Check out the book, read it and join us for snacks and discussion. Teens who attend will be entered to win a copy of ZigZag for their very own. Ellen Wittlinger will be one of the authors attending the 2007 jamboread! Irwin Conference Room. Call 596-3500, ext. 1241 or email susanw@infodepot.org.

Monday, February 19 
5:45 pm 
Woodruff Library
Family Movie Night! The Woodruff Friends of the Library presents the movie about a nanny who is unsettling to look at. But soon she begins to take control of the seven exceedingly ill-behaved children. The movie is rated G and refreshments are included. Call 476-8770.

Tuesday, February 20 
7:00 pm 
Headquarters Library
Tuesday Night Out! Dinah Johnson

Wednesday, February 21 
10:30 am 
Inman Library
Homeschool Program. Homeschoolers are welcome to StoryFest, a literature-based series for those in kindergarten through grade 4. Call 472-8363.

Wednesday, February 21 
11:00 am 
Boiling Springs Library
Springs Readers Book Club We will discuss "The Red Hat Society's Acting Their Age" by Regina Hale Sutherland. Call 578-3665.

Wednesday, February 21 
12:15 pm 
Middle Tyger Library
Music Sandwiched In. The Mark Guest Jazz Quartet will give a lunchtime concert at Middle Tyger. Bring your lunch or reserve a box lunch by calling the library at 439-4759. This program is made possible by support from the Spartanburg County Public Libraries, the Friends of the Middle Tyger Library and the Music Foundation of Spartanburg.

Wednesday, February 21 
2:15 pm 
Headquarters Library
Getting to Know Your Computer class. This class is designed for the inexperienced computer user who will learn to use the mouse and other basic computer skills. Class is held in the Carolina Southern Classroom on the first level of the Library. Class limited to 12 and class usually runs for two hours. You must register by sign-up at any service desk on the third floor or call 596-3505.

Wednesday, February 21 
4:30 pm 
Headquarters Library
Flicks for Teens! This is the movie about rival magicians. Permission slips are required and available in the teen room. Teens who attend will be entered to win the movie on DVD! Barrett Room. Refreshments will be served. Call 596-3500, ext. 1241 or email susanw@infodepot.org.

Thursday, February 22 
2:15 pm 
Headquarters Library
Internet from Scratch computer class. Learn Browser features and basic Internet skills. Class is held in the Carolina Southern Classroom on the first level of the Library. Class limited to 12 and class usually runs for two hours. Getting to Know Your Computer is pre-requisite for this class. You must register by sign-up at any third floor service desk or call 596-3505.

Thursday, February 22 
6:30 pm 
Landrum Library
The Lone Derangers in Concert! The Landrum Friends of the Library present a performance by The Lone Derangers in the Petty Community Room. There will be a short meeting of the Friends before the music begins. The Lone Derangers; eclectic repertoire embraces american and folk/rock and they have been known to risk performing Jimi Hendrix tunes on the banjo! Band members inlcude Doug Dacey on guitar, Jay Lichty on banjo and mandolin, Stan Halbkat on upright base and Andy Costine on guitar. For more information call the Library at 457-2218.

Friday, February 23 
4:30 pm 
Headquarters Library
J.A.M.S.: Japanese Anime and Manga Society! Join us for the latest in anime and manga in the Barrett Room. Permission slips are required and available in the teen room. Call 596-3500, ext. 1241 or email susanw@infodepot.org.

Monday, February 26 
6:15 pm 
Boiling Springs Library
Bookmarks Book Club. We will discuss any book by Diane Mott Davidson. Call 578-3665.

Monday, February 26 
7:00 pm 
Headquarters Library
Booklovers book discussion club. We will discuss "Dew Breaker" by Edwidge Danticat. Irwin Room on lower level. Call 596-3502.

Tuesday, February 27 
12:30 pm 
Westside Library
Scene Examiners film discussion group. We will discuss the films "Aviator" (2004) and "Gangs of New York" (2002), both starring Leonardo DiCaprio and directed by Martin Scorsese. Pizza and soft drinks provided. Call 574-6815.

Tuesday, February 27 
4:00 pm 
Inman Library
Teen Movie Night! All teens ages 12 to 18 are invited to watch the movie about Boog the tame grizzly bear who must cope with being lost in the wilderness--during hunting season! Popcorn, candy and drinks will be served. It's free and it's fun. Signed permission slips are required to attend. Call 472-8363.

Tuesday, February 27 
4:00 pm 
Pacolet Library
Teen Movie! We will watch the second movie about those pirates! Refreshmewnts will be served and one lucky teen will take home the DVD of the movie as a prize. Signed permission slips are required. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12. Call 474-0421.

Tuesday, February 27 
7:00 pm 
Westside Library
Meeting of Westside Friends of the Library Members will discuss the book sale, volunteer opportunities and officer elections. If you would like to become a friend of the Westside Library, please ask at the check-out desk. Call 574-6815.

Tuesday, February 27 
7:00 pm 
Headquarters Library
Tuesday Night Out The Marble Slab Creamery will tell us all about ice cream and we can have a taste! Inman Mills Room. Call 596-3504.

Wednesday, February 28 
2:15 pm 
Headquarters Library
Setting Up an Email computer class. Learn to set up and use a free Yahoo email account. "Getting to Know Your Computer" is a pre-requisite. Class is limited to the first 12 people who sign up. Classes run about two hours and are held in the Carolina Southern Classroom on the lower level. Register at any of the third floor service desks or call 596-3505.

Wednesday, February 28 
4:00 pm 
Pacolet Library
Flicks for Teens! We will show the latest one about those wild pirates! Refreshments will be served. For teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12. Those who attend will be entered to win the movie on DVD. Permission slips signed by parents are required for admission. Reserve your seat today! Call 474-0421.

Wednesday, February 28 
4:00 pm 
Middle Tyger Library
Teen Time - Making Bead Jewelry - For Guys and Gals Teens love the bling! Join us for an hour of hands-on jewlery making using colored beads. We'll show you how to make your own choker necklace or beaded bookmark. Class is limited to the first 12 teens who sign up. Program for teens 12-18 or in grades 7-12 and it's free! Call 439-4759.

Thursday, March 1 
10:30 am 
Inman Library
Coffee and Contemporaries Book Club. We will discuss "Flabbergasted" by Ray Blackston. Join us for coffee and lively discussions. Call 472-8363.

Saturday, March 3 
9:00 am  4:30 pm
Headquarters Library
Sixth Annual Jamboread! This reading festival offers a slate of award-winning authors and illustrators, performers and crafts and games all day long for children, teens and adults. Call 596-3504.

Tuesday, March 6 
10:00 am 
Pacolet Library
Computers in the Community classes! The morning session of the Introduction to Computers session will begin on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. in the Pacolet Library. Topics covered include basic computer operations, keyboard and mouse use, PC environment, functions of the major pieces of hardware, basics of Windows and application software, basic file management and customizing the desktop. Call 474-0421 for more information or to sign up. Class is limited to 12 people. There is no charge.

Tuesday, March 6 
6:00 pm 
Pacolet Library
Computers in the Community classes! The evening session of the Introduction to Computers session will begin on Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. in the Pacolet Library. Topics covered include basic computer operations, keyboard and mouse use, PC environment, functions of the major pieces of hardware, basics of Windows and application software, basic file management and customizing the desktop. Call 474-0421 for more information or to sign up. Class is limited to 12 people. There is no charge.

Wednesday, March 7 
12:15 pm 
Headquarters Library
Music Sandwiched In! Laurel & the Lads will present a concert of Irish tunes to get us in the mood for St. Patrick's Day! Bring your own lunch or buy one at the door for this free lunchtime concert series in the Barrett Room. A presentation of the Music Foundation of Spartanburg.

Thursday, March 8 
7:00 pm 
Westside Library
Westside Evening Explorers book discussion group. We will discuss "The Book of Ruth" by Jane Hamilton. Call 574-6815.

Tuesday, March 13 
11:00 am 
Westside Library
Westside Reader's Club book discussion group. We will discuss the book "Snow Flower and the Secret Fan" by Lixa See. Light refreshments will be served. Call 574-6815.

Saturday, March 17 
10:00 am 
Woodruff Library
Quilting and Sewing Class. The Block of the Month is the Butterfly and the techniques are the half-triangle and the four-block. Call Karen for details. Call 476-8770.

Wednesday, March 21 
12:15 pm 
Headquarters Library
Music Sandwiched In! The Melrose Trio will perform classical music selections. Bring your own lunch or buy one at the door for this free lunchtime concert series in the Barrett Room. A presentation of the Music Foundation of Spartanburg.

Thursday, March 22 
10:00 am 
Pacolet Library
Beginning Microsoft Word computer class. The Adult Learning Center will offer instruction in Microsoft Word in a morning session of four classes usually beginning at 10:00 a.m. You may visit the Pacolet Library to view the course book. You must have alrady taken "Introduction to Computers" at any library location or at the Adult Learning Center. Class is limited to 12 people. Sign up at the Library by calling 474-0421.

Monday, March 26 
7:00 pm 
Headquarters Library
Booklovers discussion club. We will discuss "Midnight at the Dragon Cafe" by Judy Fong Bates. Irwin Room on lower level. Call 596-3502.

Monday, April 23 
7:00 pm 
Headquarters Library
Booklovers discussion club. We will discuss "The Terrorist" by John Updike. Irwin Room on lower level. Call 596-3502.

Monday, May 28 
7:00 pm 
Headquarters Library
Booklovers discussion club. We will discuss "Wedding in December" by Anita Shreve. Irwin Room on lower level. Call 596-3502.

Monday, June 25 
7:00 pm 
Headquarters Library
Booklovers discussion club. We will discuss "Motherless Brooklyn" by Jonathan Lethem. Irwin Room on lower level. Call 596-3502.

Exhibits

Friday, September 1  - October 31, 2006
Landrum Library
Keith Spencer's western imagery Artist Keith Spencer has 17 oil paintings of western imagery on display. Many of the paintings were inspired by an event in South Dakota known as Artist Ride. Since Spencer began painting full time in 2000, he has become well known for his colorful and expressive South Carolina landscapes. The western works are on disiplay in the Petty Community Room. Call 457-2218.

Saturday, September 30 
Middle Tyger Library
Commemorating the British Royal Family Joyce Carter has loaned her collection of cups, saucers and books commemmorating immportant anniversaries and events of the British royal family.

Sunday, October 1  11/18/2006
Cowpens Library
Pottery by Eugene The pottery of Winton and Rosa Eugene is on display at the Cowpens Library through Saturday, Novc. 18..The Eugenes, well-known potters from Cowpens, have been featured in Southern Living magazine. The exhibit consists of 25 functional pieces, some of which will later be exhibited at the Ogden Museum of Southern Art in New Orleans.

Last Updated: 11/13/2006