Events
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Will the groundhog see his shadow? The ones we create will! Stop by, listen to some Groundhog Day stories, and make your own groundhog shadow art. Registration is required and will open on Monday, January 19th at 10:00 AM. Ages 4-11.
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Mejora tus habilidades de habla, escucha y lectura en inglés. Se aceptan hablantes de todos los idiomas. Impartido por un instructor voluntario certificado. Esta clase es gratuita y abierta a personas de 16+ años. Improve your English speaking, listening, and reading skills. Speakers of all languages are welcome. Taught by a certified volunteer instructor. This class is free and open to ages 16+. |
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In celebration of Mardi Gras, there are paper King Cakes hidden around the library. Find which ones have a baby hidden behind it and win Mardi Gras beads. All Ages 
Join us as we analyze and evaluate S.E. Hinton’s classic novel The Outsiders in OCPL’s first novel study program! This program is designed to meet 6th-8th grade SC ELA standards, but 9th-12th graders are also welcome to attend. In order to get the most out of this program, patrons are encouraged to attend as many meetings as possible and complete the assigned “homework” before each meeting. Registration is required. Ages ... Read More
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Are you struggling with your technical device? Each Tuesday between 2:00-3:00 PM, bring your Kindle, iPad, smart phone, laptop, or other device and we will assist you to the best of our abilities. Availability is on a first come, first serve basis. |
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Come for the books – stay for the community. This book club meets at Alexander's Coffee House on the first Wednesday of every month and is led by an OCPL volunteer. February’s book is The Lost Book Shop by Evie Woods. For too long, Opaline, Martha and Henry have been the side characters in their own lives. But when a vanishing bookshop casts its spell, these three unsuspecting strangers ... Read More 
Join us for Book Speed Dating, a fun way to try out different types of books you may be interested in reading! You’ll move around the room, stopping at each table to investigate a variety of books and find something new to read. Registration is required. Ages 12-18.
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The Friends of the Library advocate for the Oconee County Public Library and raise funds used to purchase books (printed, audio and e-books) and other audio-visual materials and library furnishings and supplies. Used book sales include adult fiction & non-fiction, young adult, picture books — and more! |
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All Branches Join forces with the OCPL to help local community members by donating new or gently worn adult blue jeans. All adult sizes are welcome, but there is an urgent need for men’s sizes 28-34 and smaller sizes. For more information contact our Community Resource Associate, Kerry, at 864-364-5702.
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Love is in the air – and on the canvas. Join us for a guided step-by-step Valentine’s painting. Registration is required and opens January 16. Ages 18+
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Need something to store your Valentines in? Come by and make your own easy-sew Valentine envelope holder. Registration is required and will open on Monday, January 26th at 10:00 AM. Ages 6-11.
Free
Mejora tus habilidades de habla, escucha y lectura en inglés. Se aceptan hablantes de todos los idiomas. Impartido por un instructor voluntario certificado. Esta clase es gratuita y abierta a personas de 16+ años. Improve your English speaking, listening, and reading skills. Speakers of all languages are welcome. Taught by a certified volunteer instructor. This class is free and open to ages 16+. |
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Love is in the air – and on the canvas. Join us for a guided step-by-step Valentine’s painting. Registration is required and opens January 20. Ages 18+
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Are you struggling with your technical device? Each Tuesday between 2:00-3:00 PM, bring your Kindle, iPad, smart phone, laptop, or other device and we will assist you to the best of our abilities. Availability is on a first come, first serve basis. 
Join us for a winter beach party for preschoolers, a fun way to warm up and de-stress from the pressures of being a toddler. Sand and water included! Registration required. Ages 0-5.
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Wind down your day with Afternoon Storytime, a fun and playful time for all ages! Enjoy stories, songs, dancing, and more as we come together for an engaging and interactive storytime experience. We’ll end the afternoon with a simple craft the whole family can enjoy. Join us for a lively and creative way to spend your afternoon at the library! Registration is required. All ages are welcome.
Free
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The Friends of the Library advocate for the Oconee County Public Library and raise funds used to purchase books (printed, audio and e-books) and other audio-visual materials and library furnishings and supplies. Used book sales include adult fiction & non-fiction, young adult, picture books — and more! 
Calm your mind and body with yoga in this class suitable for people with any level of ability. Wear comfortable clothes and bring your mat. A few mats will be available to borrow and the class can be adapted to a chair for those unable to get down on the floor. Registration is required as space is limited. Ages 12+
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African American Genealogy has its own set of roadblocks due to various historical events. Before starting your research come and learn about why these roadblocks exist, and how to overcome them at this free event. Presented by Quientell Walker. Ages 18 and older. Registration Required.
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Watercolor Chocolates CANCELED
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Watercolor Chocolates CANCELED
Life is like a box of chocolates… So come join us at the Seneca Library for a fun and sweet beginner-friendly watercolor class! Materials will be provided 16 and up Registration required
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Little ones will sing, dance, and explore a variety of instruments in a fun, interactive setting. This program encourages creativity and imagination while introducing children to the world of rhythm, sound, and musical play! Caregivers and kids will enjoy making music together and discovering the joy of movement and sound. Registration is required. Ages 0-5.
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Visit the Westminster Library to celebrate the Year of the Horse! You can add a new year wish to our wishing wall or get creative with paper crafts. All Ages 
Join us as we analyze and evaluate S.E. Hinton’s classic novel The Outsiders in OCPL’s first novel study program! This program is designed to meet 6th-8th grade SC ELA standards, but 9th-12th graders are also welcome to attend. In order to get the most out of this program, patrons are encouraged to attend as many meetings as possible and complete the assigned “homework” before each meeting. Registration is required. Ages ... Read More
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Are you struggling with your technical device? Each Tuesday between 2:00-3:00 PM, bring your Kindle, iPad, smart phone, laptop, or other device and we will assist you to the best of our abilities. Availability is on a first come, first serve basis. |
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Visit the Westminster Library to celebrate the Year of the Horse! You can add a new year wish to our wishing wall or get creative with paper crafts. All Ages
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Join us for our seasonal rock painting session, with a twist. To brighten someone’s day, make an extra kindness rock to hide around the library. Registration is not required. All Ages. |
5 events,
The Friends of the Library advocate for the Oconee County Public Library and raise funds used to purchase books (printed, audio and e-books) and other audio-visual materials and library furnishings and supplies. Used book sales include adult fiction & non-fiction, young adult, picture books — and more!
Visit the Westminster Library to celebrate the Year of the Horse! You can add a new year wish to our wishing wall or get creative with paper crafts. All Ages 
Want to meet adorable therapy dogs and learn about dog safety, all while increasing your reading fluency and literacy skills? Join us for I Read to Dogs, a program that allows elementary-age students to read to trained therapy dogs. Registration is required. Ages 6-11.
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A brief topic overview and Q&A with a local attorney on the topic of Wills, Estates, and Probate. Registration is requested. Ages 18+
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Visit the Westminster Library to celebrate the Year of the Horse! You can add a new year wish to our wishing wall or get creative with paper crafts. All Ages 
Calling all caffeinated bookworms! Join us for an informal book club at Mountain Mocha. There is no assigned book; just book lovers drinking coffee and swooning over book crushes or grumbling about terrible plot twists. If you have any questions, email bcastro@oconeesc.com. Ages 18+ |
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African American Genealogy has its own set of roadblocks due to various historical events. Before starting your research come and learn about why these roadblocks exist, and how to overcome them at this free event. Presented by Quientell Walker. Ages 18 and older. Registration Required.
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Join us as we explore portraiture and Joshua Johnson. We’ll read a short excerpt, learn about painting portraits, and paint our own portraits in the style of Johnson. There will be a brief art history lesson followed by lots of hands-on art time. All ages are welcome, but ages 6 and up may get the most out of this program. Registration is required. Ages 6-18.
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Mejora tus habilidades de habla, escucha y lectura en inglés. Se aceptan hablantes de todos los idiomas. Impartido por un instructor voluntario certificado. Esta clase es gratuita y abierta a personas de 16+ años. Improve your English speaking, listening, and reading skills. Speakers of all languages are welcome. Taught by a certified volunteer instructor. This class is free and open to ages 16+.
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By using your creativity and the library’s LEGO collection, create a winding maze that is heart-shaped. Registration is required and will open on Monday, February 10th at 10:00 AM. Ages 6-11.
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Are you struggling with your technical device? Each Tuesday between 2:00-3:00 PM, bring your Kindle, iPad, smart phone, laptop, or other device and we will assist you to the best of our abilities. Availability is on a first come, first serve basis.
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Join us virtually for our monthly Zoom book club. This month, we will be discussing Good Dirt by Charmaine Wilkerson. When ten-year-old Ebby Freeman heard the gunshot, time stopped. And when she saw her brother, Baz, lying on the floor surrounded by the shattered pieces of a centuries-old jar, life as Ebby knew it shattered as well. In this sweeping, evocative novel, Charmaine Wilkerson brings to life a multi-generational epic ... Read More 
Wind down your day with Afternoon Storytime, a fun and playful time for all ages! Enjoy stories, songs, dancing, and more as we come together for an engaging and interactive storytime experience. We’ll end the afternoon with a simple craft the whole family can enjoy. Join us for a lively and creative way to spend your afternoon at the library! Registration is required. All ages are welcome.
RSVP Now
Free
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2 events,
The Friends of the Library advocate for the Oconee County Public Library and raise funds used to purchase books (printed, audio and e-books) and other audio-visual materials and library furnishings and supplies. Used book sales include adult fiction & non-fiction, young adult, picture books — and more! |
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