March 2019
Storytelling Night: Moving Day
Thu, Mar 14, 7p-8p, Travelers Rest Branch Led by Travelers Rest Historical Society. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 to register.
Find out more »Meditation
Mon, Mar 18, 6:30p-7:30p, Travelers Rest Branch Led by Donna Clifford, Certified Yoga Instructor. Dress in non-restrictive clothing. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 to register.
Find out more »Scribblers Writing Group
Adult creative writers at any level and genre are invited to bring their best work or come get inspired. Writing must be pre-submitted. Registration required.
Find out more »Patriots in the SC Backcountry
Fri, Mar 29, 3:30p-4:30p, Travelers Rest Branch
Find out more »April 2019
Springtime Origami
Make simple butterflies, birds, and other Spring origami projects. Registration required. To Register: Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org
Find out more »Read Around the World Book Club
Explore the world through reading and discussing good books. April selection is The Kinship of Secrets by Eugenia Kim. Registration required. To Register: Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org
Find out more »Master Gardener Series: Spring and Summer Floral Container Gardens
Master Gardener Suzy Seagrave shares tips and tricks. Registration required. To Register: Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org
Find out more »Gemstone Wire Wrapping
Learn basic wire wrapping techniques. Supplies provided or you can bring your own gemstone. Registration required. To Register: Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org
Find out more »Computer Basics: Internet Safety
Learn the basics of staying safe and keeping information secure on the internet. Registration required. To Register: Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org
Find out more »Origami Hour
Ages 8-12 | Good for beginners. Registration required. To Register: Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org
Find out more »May 2019
Ladies Day Out: Mothers Day Cards
Create a beautiful, handmade card for a mother or special woman. Registration required. To Register: Please email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org
Find out more »Build It!
Ages 12 & under | Use a variety of materials to complete building challenges. Supplies provided.
Find out more »US Maritime History from Patriots Point
Major Thom Iannarino Retired from Charleston’s Patriots Point will recount history of the USS Yorktown, WWII, and the Vietnam War with 3D models. Registration required.
Find out more »Crafts for Mom
Ages 12 & under | Create a fun, handmade gift for mom or another special lady. Registration Required.
Find out more »Read Around the World Book Club: Girl in Hyacinth Blue
Explore the world through reading and discussing good books. This month's book is Girl in Hyacinth Blue. Registration required.
Find out more »Computer Basics: Internet Safety
Learn the basics of staying safe and keeping information secure on the internet. Registration required.
Find out more »Bingo at Travelers Rest Library
Play Bingo and win prizes! Registration required.
Find out more »July 2019
Computer Basics: Folders, Documents, & Emails
In this beginner level computer class, learn to create folders, access the internet, and use email. Registration required.
Find out more »Read Around the World Book Club: Homegoing
Explore the world through reading and discussing good books. This month's book is Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi. Registration required.
Find out more »Storytelling Evening presented by the Historical Society
The Travelers Rest Historical Society shares stories and memories of the upper Greenville county area and beyond. Come and listen or share your own story related to the night’s theme. These are held on the second Thursday at the Travelers Rest Library.
Find out more »Blackout Poetry for Ages 11-17
Ages 11-17 | Create unique poetry using recycled book pages and markers. Snacks and supplies provided. Registration required.
Find out more »Cake Decorating for Ages 11-17
Ages 11-17 | Frost a cake with advice from a professional. Bring assorted frosting tips. Other supplies provided.
Find out more »Improv Acting Workshop for Ages 8-12
Ages 8-12 | Taught by a local expert. Demo for families during last 15 minutes. Snacks provided. Registration required.
Find out more »Board Game Bash for Ages 6-11
Ages 6-11 | Come and play board games. Games provided.
Find out more »Scrapbook Journaling
Bring your own sketchbook or journal. All other supplies provided. Registration required.
Find out more »September 2019
Kids Club
Ages 5-11 | Games, crafts, and friends. Thu, Sep 12 • 11a-12p
Find out more »Read Around the World Book Club: The Light in The Ruins
Explore the world through reading and discussing good books. This month's book is The Light In The Ruins by Chris Bohjalian of Italy. Registration required. Thu, Sep 12 • 2p-3:30p
Find out more »Teen Service Time
Ages 12-18 | Earn volunteer hours. Snacks provided. Registration required. Sat, Sep 14 • 1p-3p
Find out more »LEGO® Club
Ages 11 & under | Celebrate all things LEGO® with books, crafts, games, and building. LEGO® bricks provided. Thu, Sep 19 • 3:30p-4:30p
Find out more »Snack & Solve
Ages 11-17 | Enjoy snacks while working on a variety of puzzles and scavenger hunts. Mon, Sep 23 • 1p-2p
Find out more »NASA’s Dawn Mission Unlocks Ceres
Mon, Sep 30 • 6:30p-8p Explore this little known planet and its mysteries. Led by NASA Solar System Ambassador David Leaphart. Registration required.
Find out more »October 2019
Snack & Solve
Ages 11-17 | Enjoy snacks while working on a variety of puzzles and scavenger hunts. Call 864-834-3650 or email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org for more information.
Find out more »Campfire Coloring
Ages 12 & under | Coloring and activities. Supplies Provided.
Find out more »Woodcarving Drop-In
Led by Piedmont Wood Carvers Club. View samples of carving styles such as chipped, relief, and intaglio. Discover beginner projects.
Find out more »Spooktacular Stories
Ages 5 & under | Join us for spooky stories and songs. Children are invited to wear costumes. Mon, Oct 28 • 10a-10:30a
Find out more »November 2019
Unraveled: Knit and Crochet Group
Improve your skills in the company of fellow enthusiasts. Bring your own yarn and needles/hooks.
Find out more »Teen Helping Hands: Holiday Cards
Earn service hours creating holiday cards for troops deployed overseas. Supplies and snacks provided. Registration required. Call 864-834-3650 or email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org to register.
Find out more »STEAM Storytime
Enjoy a story and participate in hands-on experiments and activities. Ages 3-6 with an adult caregiver. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 for more information.
Find out more »Introduction to Windows 10
Intermediate computer workshop. Registration required. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 to register.
Find out more »Mother Goose on the Loose
Nursery rhymes, songs, and bouncing games are used to create nurturing play experiences for babies 1 month-24 months with an adult caregiver. Maximum of 3 children per adult caregiver. No groups. Attendance is limited to 40 per program. Wednesdays. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 for more information.
Find out more »Board Game Bash
Games provided. Ages 6-11 with adult caregiver. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 for more information.
Find out more »Cherokee Myths & Legends
Led by Gail Johnson from the Library and Museum of Revolutionary War History. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 to register.
Find out more »Ladies Day Out: Holiday Cards
Supplies provided. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 to register.
Find out more »Story Time for Preschoolers
Join us for stories, music and activities that develop social, listening, and comprehension skills in preschool children. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 for more information.
Find out more »Travelers Rest Book Club
November book selection: Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston. Read the book and join the discussion. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 for more information.
Find out more »Meet the Author: Bill Fitzpatrick
In Fall 2011, South Carolina writer and photographer Bill Fitzpatrick left his Greenville home to photograph an historic oddity - a rural, three-story, eight-sided plantation home located on land that once bordered the Cherokee Nation. Bill shares how that one trip led him on a journey among our State's dazzling collection of churches and temples. His book, South Carollina's Sacred Spaces, will be available for purchase. Registration required.
Find out more »Hiking Basics
REI shares favorite local fall hikes. Register online at http://bit.ly/FallDayHikes
Find out more »Kids Club
Games, crafts, and friends. Ages 5-11. Call 864-834-3650 or email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org for more information.
Find out more »Adult Craft: Origami Gift Boxes
Supplies provided. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 to register.
Find out more »Stay & Play
Help your child build kindergarten readiness skills through interactive play. Ages 2-6 with an adult caregiver. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 for more information.
Find out more »Snack & Solve
Enjoy snacks while working on a variety of puzzles and scavenger hunts. Ages 11-17. Call 864-834-3650 or email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org for more information.
Find out more »Winter Vegetable Gardening
Led by Nathan Vannette of Growing Green Family Farms. Registration required. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 to register.
Find out more »Build It!
Ages 4-12. Build with a variety of provided materials. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 for more information.
Find out more »Scribblers Writing Group
Adult creative writers at any level or of any genre are invited to bring their best work or come get inspired. Writing must be pre-submitted. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 to register.
Find out more »December 2019
Book Swap & Holiday Party
Bring a favorite book you read this year to discuss and a few old books to swap. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 for more information.
Find out more »Jingle Bell Ball
Festive music, stories, and crafts. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 for more information.
Find out more »Ugly Cupcake Competition
Ages 11-17. Supplies provided. Registration required. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 to register.
Find out more »Rock in the New Year
Ages 5-11. We’ll supply the rocks and paint; you supply the imagination. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 for more information.
Find out more »January 2020
Unraveled: Knit & Crochet
Bring yarn and needles/hooks. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 for more information.
Find out more »Board Game Bash : Ages 6-11
Games provided. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 for more information.
Find out more »Homeschool Kids Club : Ages 5-11
Games, crafts, and friends. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 for more information.
Find out more »Historical Storytelling: Pets
The Travelers Rest Historical Society leads an evening of storytelling. Share your own stories about pets. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 for more information.
Find out more »Storytime for Preschoolers
Stories, music, and activities that help preschool children develop social, listening, and comprehension skills. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 for more information.
Find out more »Stay & Play : Ages 2-6
Build kindergarten readiness skills! Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 for more information.
Find out more »Book Club
Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 for more information.
Find out more »Writer’s Corner for Adults
Tips, techniques, and prompts. Registration required. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 to register.
Find out more »Snowflake Paper Craft
Create paper snowflakes to take home. Registration required. Email traveleresrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 to register.
Find out more »LEGO Club : Ages 5-11
Supplies provided. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 for more information.
Find out more »Helping Hands : Valentine Cards
Ages 12-18. Earn service hours creating cards for children in the hospital and art for the library. Supplies and snacks provided. Registration required. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 to register.
Find out more »Coloring Café
Supplies provided or bring your own. Registration required. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 to register.
Find out more »Colonial Survival
How did they survive? Learn about life during colonial times. Led by retired Walnut Grove Historian Gary Pender. Registration required. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 to register.
Find out more »Police Officer Story Time : Ages 5 & Under
See a police officer and patrol car! Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 for more information.
Find out more »Cards for Kids : Ages 12 & Under
Create Valentine’s Day cards for children in the hospital. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 for more information.
Find out more »Master Gardeners Series: Creating a Backyard Habitat
Led by Master Gardener Suzy Seagrave. Registration required. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 to register.
Find out more »February 2020
Unraveled : Knit & Crochet
Bring yarn and needles/hooks. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 for more information.
Find out more »American Sign Language Series
Attendance at all four sessions encouraged. Registration required. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 to register. Getting Started Mon, Feb 3, 6p-7p Alphabet & Numbers Mon, Feb 10, 6p-7p Greetings & 5 W’s (who, what, where, when, and why) Mon, Feb 17, 6p-7p Colors & Occupations Mon, Feb 24, 6p-7p
Find out more »Bad Poetry Competition
For ages 12-17 Compete against others to create the worst poetry the world has ever heard! Registration required. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 to register.
Find out more »Meditation
Led by 200-hr certified Yoga Teacher, Donna Clifford. Dress comfortably. Bring a yoga mat and small blanket. Registration required. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 to register.
Find out more »Book Club
Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834- 3650 for more information.
Find out more »Seed Starting
Nathan Vannette of Growing Green Family Farms shares tips on starting seeds indoors. Take home seeds! Registration required. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 to register.
Find out more »Blackout Poetry
For Ages 12-17 Repurpose pages for old books. Registration required. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 to register.
Find out more »My First Drive-in Movie
Bring a box large enough to sit in. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 for more information.
Find out more »Coloring Cafe
Supplies provided or bring your own. Registration required. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 to register.
Find out more »March 2020
Long Distance Hiking Class
Led by REI. Preparation for basics of long distance day hiking utilizing topics such as The Ten Essentials, Leave No Trace and basics of packing a pack. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 864-834-3650 for more information.
Find out more »Martha Washington : Her Life
Professional Actress with Traveling Literary Theater, Maggie Worsdale, potrays Martha Washington, a woman who wanted nothing more than a peaceful domestic life only to find herself in the unwanted glare of a national spotlight. Registration Required. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 864-834-3650
Find out more »Mother Goose on the Loose
For ages 1-24 months. Nursery rhymes are used to create nurturing play experiences. Maximum of 3 children per adult caregiver. Attendance is limited to 40 per program. Get a free admission ticket at the desk. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 for more information.
Find out more »Storytelling Night : Past and Present
Listen and share your own stories. Led by the Travelers Rest Historical Society. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 for more information.
Find out more »Story Time for Kids
Join us for stories, music and activities that develop social, listening, and comprehension skills in preschool children. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 for more information.
Find out more »Bingo at the Library
Play Bingo and win prizes! REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 864-834-3650 to register.
Find out more »The Power of Mindfulness
When we practice mindfulness, our thoughts tune in to what we are sensing in the present moment rather than rehashing the past or imagining the future. Join us for an awareness exercise using breath work, our basic senses and visual imagery to promote relaxation, balance and focus. Led by New Horizon Family Health Services. Registration required. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 to register.
Find out more »Coloring Cafe
For Adults. Join us for the fun and calming practice of coloring while enjoying beverages. Materials provided or bring your own. Registration required. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 864-834-3650 for more information.
Find out more »Meet the Author: Christine Kindberg
Christine Kindberg shares the art of turning history into historical fiction through an exploration of her novel, The Means That Make Us Strangers. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 to register.
Find out more »Wholeness Health Series : Yoga Dance
A Carolina Dance Collaborative certified instructor demonstrates basic combined elements of yoga and dance. Dress comfortably in non-restrictive clothing. Registration required. Email travelersrest@greenvillelibrary.org or call 834-3650 to register.
Find out more »January 2022
Storytelling at the Travelers Rest Library
The Travelers Rest Branch Library meeting room has reopened, so the popular regularly scheduled Storytelling Evenings are beginning again. Second Thursdays, 7:00--8:00 pm, Travelers Rest Public Library 17 Center St. downtown Travelers Rest January 13 theme is: Keep the Holidays going---Favorite Christmas traditions, presents, toys, and games (show and tell welcome) March 10 How I Got to Travelers Rest (or how my family got here!) May 12 A Person I’ll Never Forget July 14 “Are We There…
Find out more »February 2022
Storytelling at Travelers Rest Library
The Travelers Rest Branch Library meeting room has reopened, so the popular regularly scheduled Storytelling Evenings are beginning again. Second Thursdays, 7:00--8:00 pm, Travelers Rest Public Library 17 Center St. downtown Travelers Rest January 13 theme is: Keep the Holidays going---Favorite Christmas traditions, presents, toys, and games (show and tell welcome) March 10 How I Got to Travelers Rest (or how my family got here!) May 12 A Person I’ll Never Forget July 14 “Are We There…
Find out more »March 2022
Storytelling at Travelers Rest Library
The Travelers Rest Branch Library meeting room has reopened, so the popular regularly scheduled Storytelling Evenings are beginning again. Second Thursdays, 7:00--8:00 pm, Travelers Rest Public Library 17 Center St. downtown Travelers Rest January 13 theme is: Keep the Holidays going---Favorite Christmas traditions, presents, toys, and games (show and tell welcome) March 10 How I Got to Travelers Rest (or how my family got here!) May 12 A Person I’ll Never Forget July 14 “Are We There…
Find out more »April 2022
Storytelling at Travelers Rest Library
The Travelers Rest Branch Library meeting room has reopened, so the popular regularly scheduled Storytelling Evenings are beginning again. Second Thursdays, 7:00--8:00 pm, Travelers Rest Public Library 17 Center St. downtown Travelers Rest January 13 theme is: Keep the Holidays going---Favorite Christmas traditions, presents, toys, and games (show and tell welcome) March 10 How I Got to Travelers Rest (or how my family got here!) May 12 A Person I’ll Never Forget July 14 “Are We There…
Find out more »May 2022
Storytelling at Travelers Rest Library
The Travelers Rest Branch Library meeting room has reopened, so the popular regularly scheduled Storytelling Evenings are beginning again. Second Thursdays, 7:00--8:00 pm, Travelers Rest Public Library 17 Center St. downtown Travelers Rest January 13 theme is: Keep the Holidays going---Favorite Christmas traditions, presents, toys, and games (show and tell welcome) March 10 How I Got to Travelers Rest (or how my family got here!) May 12 A Person I’ll Never Forget July 14 “Are We There…
Find out more »June 2022
Storytelling at Travelers Rest Library
The Travelers Rest Branch Library meeting room has reopened, so the popular regularly scheduled Storytelling Evenings are beginning again. Second Thursdays, 7:00--8:00 pm, Travelers Rest Public Library 17 Center St. downtown Travelers Rest January 13 theme is: Keep the Holidays going---Favorite Christmas traditions, presents, toys, and games (show and tell welcome) March 10 How I Got to Travelers Rest (or how my family got here!) May 12 A Person I’ll Never Forget July 14 “Are We There…
Find out more »