Join our free Summer Reading Program and embark on a journey of discovery that will inspire and open your mind to vast possibilities. Challenge yourself to learn about history, celebrate different cultures and view the world through new eyes.
Summer Reading goes beyond the page. Stories are everywhere, and our programs bring them to life in new and engaging ways.
Experience History: Step into the past through programs like The Revolution in Lexington County and Battlefield Stories.
Create & Explore: Try hands-on activities such as Jurassic Resin Lab and Clay Shapers.
Hear New Perspectives: Connect with storytellers, authors and poets in programs like The South Few See and Rooted in Poetry.
Enjoy Family Fun: All ages can take part in interactive programs like Dino, Dino, Wolf and Wild Wonders.
Find Your Next Experience: From dinosaurs to history to poetry, there is something for everyone. Visit lexcolibrary.com/programs to explore upcoming events all year long.
Follow your interests as you uncover stories from the past and discover new ideas.
Research Your Roots: Dive into family and local history with HeritageQuest. Explore records, maps and resources to help piece together your personal story.
Learn From the Past:Â Discover key people and events in American history with Gale In Context: U.S. History.
Explore Science:Â Stay curious with Gale In Context: Science, where you can read articles, try experiments and investigate new ideas.
Visit & Experience: Bring learning to life with an Adventure Pass to Lexington County Museum, Cayce Historical Museum or Columbia Museum of Art. Passes are available at all library locations for a free visit.
Bring characters like Toothless and Lightfury to life by learning how to crochet them into bookmarks. (grades 6–8)
Bring characters like Toothless and Lightfury to life by learning how to crochet them into bookmarks. (grades 6–8)
03JUN3:00 PM4:00 PMCreate It: Crochet Dinosaur3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Pelion Branch LibraryAudienceTeens
Pick up a crochet hook and create your very own dinosaur, which could make for a fun keychain or small plushie. (grades 9–12)
Pick up a crochet hook and create your very own dinosaur, which could make for a fun keychain or small plushie. (grades 9–12)
Using natural materials like rocks, moss and other forest freebies learn how to create your own teeny tiny terrarium. (grades 6–8)
Using natural materials like rocks, moss and other forest freebies learn how to create your own teeny tiny terrarium. (grades 6–8)
04JUN4:00 PM5:00 PMFossil Flow Yoga4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Gaston Branch LibraryAudienceTweens
Stretch, breathe and move so your joints don’t fossilize with LogieYogi (500 E-RYT, YACEP), an experienced local yoga teacher. Dress for exercise and bring a towel or mat. (grades 6–8)
Stretch, breathe and move so your joints don’t fossilize with LogieYogi (500 E-RYT, YACEP), an experienced local yoga teacher. Dress for exercise and bring a towel or mat. (grades 6–8)
Learn what it’s like to be an auctioneer and get an item appraised by Holli McGee of McGee Auction & Appraisal Services. (ages 12+)
Learn what it’s like to be an auctioneer and get an item appraised by Holli McGee of McGee Auction & Appraisal Services. (ages 12+)
Tiny food, big fun, dino-sized excitement. Snack on tiny foods while testing your prehistoric knowledge. (grades 6–8)
Tiny food, big fun, dino-sized excitement. Snack on tiny foods while testing your prehistoric knowledge. (grades 6–8)
The land that makes up Lexington County holds traces of long-lost Revolutionary War battlefields. Learn about this forgotten past from historian Dean Hunt. (ages 12+)
The land that makes up Lexington County holds traces of long-lost Revolutionary War battlefields. Learn about this forgotten past from historian Dean Hunt. (ages 12+)
Travel back in time with a special guest reenactor to see what life was like for soldiers during the American Revolution. Partnered with the Southern Revolutionary War Institute. (grades K–5)
Travel back in time with a special guest reenactor to see what life was like for soldiers during the American Revolution. Partnered with the Southern Revolutionary War Institute. (grades K–5)
09JUN2:00 PM3:00 PMJurassic Resin Lab2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Gilbert-Summit BranchAudienceTweens
Create dinosaur-inspired resin pour art with The Mad Platter. Experiment with bold colors and flowing techniques, and leave with a creation that won’t go extinct. (grades 6–8)
Create dinosaur-inspired resin pour art with The Mad Platter. Experiment with bold colors and flowing techniques, and leave with a creation that won’t go extinct. (grades 6–8)
A hands-on art and math adventure inspired by ancient Greek mosaics. (grades K–5)
A hands-on art and math adventure inspired by ancient Greek mosaics. (grades K–5)
Listen to stories of abandonment in the South with author Tom Poland. Visit dead churches, seashell-covered graves, Nascar’s original “speed” track and more. (ages 12+)
Listen to stories of abandonment in the South with author Tom Poland. Visit dead churches, seashell-covered graves, Nascar’s original “speed” track and more. (ages 12+)
06JUL10:30 AM11:30 AMWild Wonders10:30 AM - 11:30 AM South Congaree BranchAudienceYouth
Meet Carolina Wildlife Center’s ambassador animals and discover how wildlife has changed over time with fun facts, surprising stories and unforgettable moments. (grades K–5)
Meet Carolina Wildlife Center’s ambassador animals and discover how wildlife has changed over time with fun facts, surprising stories and unforgettable moments. (grades K–5)
06JUL2:00 PM3:00 PMWild Wonders2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Gaston Branch LibraryAudienceYouth
Meet Carolina Wildlife Center’s ambassador animals and discover how wildlife has changed over time with fun facts, surprising stories and unforgettable moments. (grades K–5)
Meet Carolina Wildlife Center’s ambassador animals and discover how wildlife has changed over time with fun facts, surprising stories and unforgettable moments. (grades K–5)
07JUL10:30 AM11:30 AMWild Wonders10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Irmo Branch LibraryAudienceYouth
Meet Carolina Wildlife Center’s ambassador animals and discover how wildlife has changed over time with fun facts, surprising stories and unforgettable moments. (grades K–5)
Meet Carolina Wildlife Center’s ambassador animals and discover how wildlife has changed over time with fun facts, surprising stories and unforgettable moments. (grades K–5)
07JUL1:30 PM2:30 PMRooted in Poetry1:30 PM - 2:30 PM Pelion Branch LibraryAudienceTeens
Get inspired by nature and gardening with poet Jennifer Bartell Boykin, and use poetry to unearth your own unique story. (grades 9–12)
Get inspired by nature and gardening with poet Jennifer Bartell Boykin, and use poetry to unearth your own unique story. (grades 9–12)
07JUL2:00 PM3:00 PMWild Wonders2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Chapin Branch LibraryAudienceYouth
Meet Carolina Wildlife Center’s ambassador animals and discover how wildlife has changed over time with fun facts, surprising stories and unforgettable moments. (grades K–5)
Meet Carolina Wildlife Center’s ambassador animals and discover how wildlife has changed over time with fun facts, surprising stories and unforgettable moments. (grades K–5)
07JUL2:00 PM3:00 PMDave the Potter2:00 PM - 3:00 PM South Congaree BranchAudienceTeens
Explore Edgefield pottery and the story of Dave Drake, an enslaved potter and poet. See historic pottery, learn about his work and create your own clay piece with Lexington County
Explore Edgefield pottery and the story of Dave Drake, an enslaved potter and poet. See historic pottery, learn about his work and create your own clay piece with Lexington County Museum. (grades 9–12)
08JUL10:30 AM11:30 AMWild Wonders10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Cayce-West Columbia BranchAudienceYouth
Meet Carolina Wildlife Center’s ambassador animals and discover how wildlife has changed over time with fun facts, surprising stories and unforgettable moments. (grades K–5)
Meet Carolina Wildlife Center’s ambassador animals and discover how wildlife has changed over time with fun facts, surprising stories and unforgettable moments. (grades K–5)
08JUL2:00 PM3:00 PMWild Wonders2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Lexington Main LibraryAudienceYouth
Meet Carolina Wildlife Center’s ambassador animals and discover how wildlife has changed over time with fun facts, surprising stories and unforgettable moments. (grades K–5)
Meet Carolina Wildlife Center’s ambassador animals and discover how wildlife has changed over time with fun facts, surprising stories and unforgettable moments. (grades K–5)
09JUL10:30 AM11:30 AMWild Wonders10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Batesburg-Leesville BranchAudienceYouth
Meet Carolina Wildlife Center’s ambassador animals and discover how wildlife has changed over time with fun facts, surprising stories and unforgettable moments. (grades K–5)
Meet Carolina Wildlife Center’s ambassador animals and discover how wildlife has changed over time with fun facts, surprising stories and unforgettable moments. (grades K–5)
Boogie with a dancing dinosaur, log your latest reads and pick up finisher prizes. This party will wrap-up our summer reading program with style. (all ages)
Boogie with a dancing dinosaur, log your latest reads and pick up finisher prizes. This party will wrap-up our summer reading program with style. (all ages)
Learn what it’s like to be an auctioneer and get an item appraised by Holli McGee of McGee Auction & Appraisal Services. (ages 12+)
Learn what it’s like to be an auctioneer and get an item appraised by Holli McGee of McGee Auction & Appraisal Services. (ages 12+)
Celebrate the end of summer with games, treats and activities as we wrap up Summer Reading and get excited for a brand-new school year together. (all ages)
Celebrate the end of summer with games, treats and activities as we wrap up Summer Reading and get excited for a brand-new school year together. (all ages)
12AUG3:30 PM4:30 PMCraft Squad: Play-Doh Club3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Pelion Branch LibraryAudienceYouth
Knead, shape and play dough. Use your imagination to create with Play-Doh. (grades K–5)
Knead, shape and play dough. Use your imagination to create with Play-Doh. (grades K–5)
Unearth a Story at LexCoLibrary. Dig into a prehistoric celebration of stories, creativity and fun with hands-on activities, tasty treats, and dino-sized excitement. Let’s make this summer one for the
Unearth a Story at LexCoLibrary. Dig into a prehistoric celebration of stories, creativity and fun with hands-on activities, tasty treats, and dino-sized excitement. Let’s make this summer one for the history books. (all ages)
Unearth a Story at LexCoLibrary. Dig into a prehistoric celebration of stories, creativity and fun with hands-on activities, tasty treats, and dino-sized excitement. Let’s make this summer one for the
Unearth a Story at LexCoLibrary. Dig into a prehistoric celebration of stories, creativity and fun with hands-on activities, tasty treats, and dino-sized excitement. Let’s make this summer one for the history books. (all ages)
Unearth a Story at LexCoLibrary. Dig into a prehistoric celebration of stories, creativity and fun with hands-on activities, tasty treats, and dino-sized excitement. Let’s make this summer one for the
Unearth a Story at LexCoLibrary. Dig into a prehistoric celebration of stories, creativity and fun with hands-on activities, tasty treats, and dino-sized excitement. Let’s make this summer one for the history books. (all ages)
Unearth a Story at LexCoLibrary. Dig into a prehistoric celebration of stories, creativity and fun with hands-on activities, tasty treats, and dino-sized excitement. Let’s make this summer one for the
Unearth a Story at LexCoLibrary. Dig into a prehistoric celebration of stories, creativity and fun with hands-on activities, tasty treats, and dino-sized excitement. Let’s make this summer one for the history books. (all ages)
Unearth a Story at LexCoLibrary. Dig into a prehistoric celebration of stories, creativity and fun with hands-on activities, tasty treats, and dino-sized excitement. Let’s make this summer one for the
Unearth a Story at LexCoLibrary. Dig into a prehistoric celebration of stories, creativity and fun with hands-on activities, tasty treats, and dino-sized excitement. Let’s make this summer one for the history books. (all ages)
Unearth a Story at LexCoLibrary. Dig into a prehistoric celebration of stories, creativity and fun with hands-on activities, tasty treats, and dino-sized excitement. Let’s make this summer one for the
Unearth a Story at LexCoLibrary. Dig into a prehistoric celebration of stories, creativity and fun with hands-on activities, tasty treats, and dino-sized excitement. Let’s make this summer one for the history books. (all ages)
Unearth a Story at LexCoLibrary. Dig into a prehistoric celebration of stories, creativity and fun with hands-on activities, tasty treats, and dino-sized excitement. Let’s make this summer one for the
Unearth a Story at LexCoLibrary. Dig into a prehistoric celebration of stories, creativity and fun with hands-on activities, tasty treats, and dino-sized excitement. Let’s make this summer one for the history books. (all ages)
Unearth a Story at LexCoLibrary. Dig into a prehistoric celebration of stories, creativity and fun with hands-on activities, tasty treats, and dino-sized excitement. Let’s make this summer one for the
Unearth a Story at LexCoLibrary. Dig into a prehistoric celebration of stories, creativity and fun with hands-on activities, tasty treats, and dino-sized excitement. Let’s make this summer one for the history books. (all ages)
Unearth a Story at LexCoLibrary. Dig into a prehistoric celebration of stories, creativity and fun with hands-on activities, tasty treats, and dino-sized excitement. Let’s make this summer one for the
Unearth a Story at LexCoLibrary. Dig into a prehistoric celebration of stories, creativity and fun with hands-on activities, tasty treats, and dino-sized excitement. Let’s make this summer one for the history books. (all ages)
Unearth a Story at LexCoLibrary. Dig into a prehistoric celebration of stories, creativity and fun with hands-on activities, tasty treats, and dino-sized excitement. Let’s make this summer one for the
Unearth a Story at LexCoLibrary. Dig into a prehistoric celebration of stories, creativity and fun with hands-on activities, tasty treats, and dino-sized excitement. Let’s make this summer one for the history books. (all ages)