Aspiring architects, engineers, and contractors wanted! Participants of this program will be given a variety of cardboard pieces and fasteners and encouraged to come up with whatever structure or sculpture they can think of. Registration is required and will open on May 25. Ages 6-11.
The Critter Keeper brings a unique blend of information, magic, and scares (with around 17 kinds of creepy-crawlies). Learn about how geography and environment impact animals' adaptations and fun facts about a host of critters ranging from lizards, mammals, amphibians, and more in this enriching, interactive event for the whole family. Seating is first-come, first-served. All ages.
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 casual game of chess. All ages and skill levels are welcome.
It’s BINGO time at the Salem Library! Step out of the summer heat and play fun rounds of BINGO for a chance to win books and other great prizes. Registration is required and will open on Wednesday, May 27th at 10:00 AM. All Ages.
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!
Calling all artists! In this program, participants will try the “reverse coloring” trend, where the colors are already on the page and they add the lines of the drawing around it. Imagination and creativity are encouraged. Registration is required and will open on May 25. Ages 12-17.
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+
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 and will open on May 25. Ages 6-11.
The fences are down. The raptors are loose. Can you make it out alive? Registration is required and opens May 22. Participants will receive a copy of Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton. Ages 18+
