Greenville County Library System

Happy Independence Day! What celebrations or traditions do you practice?

Enjoy this historic image from the Pelzer Mill community, where folks joined in competitions like this climbing race during the holiday picnic.
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4th of July Picnic Black and white photograph of the 4th of July picnic at Pelzer ballpark. Caption: Free everything all day. Harness buggy racing, baseball,…climbing the greasy pole for a gold piece my dad, Fred Bradely, told us it was $20.00'

July Library Events - https://mailchi.mp/greenvillelibrary/june-library-events-1109755

July sure is bringing the heat, but it's also bringing... SUMMER LOLLIPOPS CONCERTS! Join us for a story-based performance featuring the Greenville Symphony Orchestra Woodwind Quintet. Best for ages 3 - 8. See details below!

"The Day You Begin"
Written by: Jacqueline Woodson
Illustrated by: Rafael Lopez

Hughes Main
Mon, Jul 8, 10a (takes place of Musical Jamboree)

Five Forks
Wed, Jul 10, 10a (takes place of Musical Jamboree)

Our digital collection is growing! We recently added a new collection showcasing the Berea Community. It includes oral histories, photographs, and select materials related to Berea High School. Check it out! https://loom.ly/ORq-3hY




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Happy Flag Day! Though our flag has changed 27 times in its 277-year history, our current version, with 50 stars representing all 50 states, has been the official US Flag for 64 years! Nicknames include the Stars & Stripes, Old Glory, and the Star Spangled Banner. Pictured here is the raising of the flag on our FiveForks location’s opening day!



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Opening Day Flag Raising Color photograph of boy scouts raising the flag.

June Library Events - https://mailchi.mp/greenvillelibrary/june-library-events-1109752

⚠️ Our Travelers Rest location will be closed Jun 12-13 for scheduled maintenance and will reopen to the public Fri, Jun 14. Outdoor book returns will remain open. Thank you for your understanding and we look forward to seeing you soon!

Do you love your pet as much as the Sheriff loved his Rooster? This photo, circa 1910, says, “Sheriff Gilreath with Pet Rooster. Perry Duncan Gilreath was a famous sheriff of Greenville County who retired in 1900. He never carried a gun, even when he went into the mountains of the northern part of the county, ominously known as the “dark corner''. , , , ,
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Perry Duncan Gilreath Man with white hat sitting on porch with rooster standing on his lap. Manuscript note on paper in sleeve with photo: 'Sheriff Gilreath with Pet Rooster. Perry Duncan Gilreath was a famous sheriff of Greenville County who retired in 1900. He never carried a gun, even when he went into the mountains o...

Are you free next Tuesday evening? Join us June 11th from 6:30p–7:30p in Meeting Room A at the Hughes Main Library as local historian Dennis Chastain transports us to colonial-era South Carolina by tracing the route of the ancient Cherokee Path. Click the link to register! # Research

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From the Mountains to the Sea: The Cherokee Path | Greenville (SC) County Library System Local historian Dennis Chastain transports us to colonial-era South Carolina by tracing the route of the ancient Cherokee Path. 

Does Jupiter's moon Europa harbor life? Explore the possibility Mon, Jun 3 at 6pm with a multimedia presentation from NASA Ambassador David Leaphart. Hope to see you there!

June Library Events - https://mailchi.mp/greenvillelibrary/june-library-events-1109748

Our Summer Reading Kickoffs start tomorrow!

Five Forks
Thu, May 30 • 10:30a–11:30a
• Foam 'n' Fun Party!
• Children's Used Book Sale
• Wildlife Geeks with guest animals

Main
Fri, May 31 • 2p–3p
• Dance party with DJ Pre-K!
• Children's Used Book Sale
• Wildlife Geeks with guest animals

Greer
Tue, Jun 4 • 10a–11a
• Games and music with DJ Pre-K
• Roper Mountain Science Center with guest animal

***UPDATE: Our phone system is back up!!***

Our Library System locations are currently unable to receive phone calls. We’re working to address the issue and will let you know once our phone system is back online. In the meantime, you can reach out to us via email at [email protected] or use our Live Chat feature on our website.

Thank you for your patience and understanding!

Chautauqua is happening this Tuesday! Discover the life and legacy of El Vaquero and participate in a Q&A session. Led by Dr. Ray Merlock.

Note: This is not a costumed performance. Livestream option available: https://loom.ly/MdIhbAw

Main • Meeting Rooms
Tue, May 21 • 7p–8:30p

DYK Hughes Main Library is in the urban arts campus Heritage Green, which got its name from the Heritage Historic District? We are right on the edge of the district which boasts a rich history of Greek Culture. The nearby St. George Orthodox Cathedral was organized in 1931 and made the area a popular location for Greek immigrants and their families.

This weekend you can check out the 38th annual Greek Festival on N Academy St. And if you have a chance before or after the festival, hop over to the library for your weekend reading needs! 🇬🇷💚

Are you curious about our archives? Take a behind-the-scenes tour of the South Carolina Room. Register here: https://loom.ly/pJdqkXA

Get your pack ready, Adventurers! It's almost time to head out into the field for the 2024 Summer Reading challenge. Early registration opens tomorrow, May 15th!

Visit www.greenvillelibrary.org/summer-reading to find out more about the reading challenge, fun events, and great prizes!

May Library Events - https://mailchi.mp/greenvillelibrary/may-library-events-1109744

It's Artisphere here in Greenville, but for those of us who haven't fine-tuned our fine arts skills, there's BAD ART NIGHT next wk!!! Create the best (or worst) artwork you can using the supplies provided. No talent required.

Thu, May 16 • 6p–7:30p
Anderson Road
Registration Required: https://loom.ly/8PEUWcs

Explore genealogy resources with Gene Norris, Senior Genealogist at the Cherokee National Research Center Tue, May 21, 3–4p via Zoom.

Register here: https://loom.ly/-MYAIDI

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Meet Pauline Nichols. At 103 she is our oldest Homebound patron. We met with Pauline to pick up the books she had finished reading and to provide her with a fresh tote bag of books to dive into. She invited us to sit down and shared about her love of reading, which really took off when she moved from her home in Florida to a retirement community here in Greenville. For Pauline, reading helped her through the transition into a new home and season of life, and then quickly became a favorite hobby. She's even been telling the other residents about our services and about how we learn each patron's likes and dislikes, curating a selection of materials just for them.

Would you, a family member, or someone in your community benefit from the Library's Homebound service? Find out more here: https://loom.ly/EWqtYQM

ALL ABOARD! "Steam Train, Dream Train" is happening this Sat, May 11th. Story-based performance featuring Greenville Symphony Orchestra and South Carolina Children's Theatre’s Traysie Amick. Best for ages 3 - 8. 🚂❣️

Main
10a–10:30a • Meeting Rooms

Five Forks
11:30a–12p • Meeting Rooms

Did you know our Archives contain two vintage board games based on South Carolina trivia? You can even request to play them in the SC Room! Share a pic of your favorite board game memory. And, don’t forget, the library also has current games available for checkout! https://loom.ly/vrliw9k

May Library Events - https://mailchi.mp/greenvillelibrary/may-library-events-1109743

⚠️ Our Fountain Inn Branch will be closed Apr 29- May 4 for scheduled carpet replacement. Outdoor book returns will remain open. Thank you for your understanding and we look forward to seeing you soon!

Fluent in Greek? Help the SC Room staff translate and transcribe these letters from the Metchicas and Kehayas Family Letters collection. https://loom.ly/wK3tr_Y and https://loom.ly/rdTrd9k