There are numerous ways to support your library, from joining the local Friends of the Library group to volunteering. Another impactful avenue is through financial donations. If you’re passionate about our mission and wish to contribute even more, consider joining our team for employment. Together, we can make a significant difference.
Library lovers are invited to join their local Friends of the Library group. These dedicated volunteers advocate for libraries, raise funds, sponsor events, and host used book sales. By contributing as a library Friend, you can make a lasting impact for your library.
Library supporters are encouraged to make financial donations to the Friends of the Library or Lexington County Public Library. Honorariums may be sent to:
Lexington Main Library
5440 Augusta Road
Lexington, SC 29072
(803) 785-2600
We accept gently used books to enhance the library collection. Before taking materials to a library, contact the library for more information and to confirm what types of donations are currently being accepted.
Are you eager to lend a hand? Volunteers are needed to help organize materials and to support large programs and events. You can participate by joining the Friends or completing the volunteer application.
Teens can help at the library by shelving books, preparing crafts for children’s programs and storytimes, assisting with the summer reading program and more. Ask at your local branch for an application and additional details.
Dreaming of a workplace where passion meets purpose? At Lexington County Library, we’re not just looking for employees — we’re on the hunt for innovators, thinkers and go-getters. Step into an environment where your ideas are valued, your growth is nurtured and where every day presents an opportunity to make a difference. Embark on a journey with us – because together, we can achieve the extraordinary.
03JUN10:00 AM11:00 AMBook Club: Much Ado About Classics10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Lexington Main Library
Discuss the classics and explore how the ideas of yesteryear transcend time. (ages 18+)
Discuss the classics and explore how the ideas of yesteryear transcend time. (ages 18+)
JUNE 3, 2025 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
12MAY3:00 PM5:00 PMCraft Squad: Play-Doh Club3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Gaston Branch Library
Drop in to knead, shape and play dough. Use your imagination and create with Play-Doh. (grades K–5)
Drop in to knead, shape and play dough. Use your imagination and create with Play-Doh. (grades K–5)
MAY 12, 2025 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
12MAY4:30 PM6:00 PMNow Showing: Monday Movies4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Gaston Branch Library
Enjoy a monthly showing at the library. Popcorn and refreshments provided. (all ages)
Enjoy a monthly showing at the library. Popcorn and refreshments provided. (all ages)
MAY 12, 2025 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
12MAY5:00 PM7:00 PMGame On: Tabletop Fusion5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Batesburg-Leesville Branch
Explore various tabletop games like Canasta, Dominoes, Rummikub and more. (ages 18+)
Explore various tabletop games like Canasta, Dominoes, Rummikub and more. (ages 18+)
MAY 12, 2025 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
12MAY6:00 PM6:30 PMPajama Storytime6:00 PM – 6:30 PM Irmo Branch Library
Throw on your PJs, grab a blanket and snuggle in for a soothing evening of stories, songs and rhymes. (families with children)
Throw on your PJs, grab a blanket and snuggle in for a soothing evening of stories, songs and rhymes. (families with children)
MAY 12, 2025 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM
12MAY6:00 PM7:00 PMHandmade: Open Studio6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Cayce-West Columbia Branch
We’ll provide the art supplies, and you provide the creativity. Draw, paint or doodle in a laid-back, supportive atmosphere. (ages 12+)
We’ll provide the art supplies, and you provide the creativity. Draw, paint or doodle in a laid-back, supportive atmosphere. (ages 12+)
MAY 12, 2025 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
12MAY6:00 PM7:00 PMLifelong Learning: Terrific Traveling6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Chapin Branch Library
Vacation planner BJ Strickland will discuss the fundamentals of traveling and provide stories from her personal traveling experiences. (ages 18+)
Vacation planner BJ Strickland will discuss the fundamentals of traveling and provide stories from her personal traveling experiences. (ages 18+)
MAY 12, 2025 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
13MAY10:30 AM11:30 AMPreschool Storytime10:30 AM – 11:30 AM Gaston Branch Library
Promotes language and listening skills, expands the imagination and sparks curiosity about the world around us. (3–5 years)
Promotes language and listening skills, expands the imagination and sparks curiosity about the world around us. (3–5 years)
MAY 13, 2025 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
13MAY11:00 AM11:30 AMToddlertime (12–36 months)11:00 AM – 11:30 AM Pelion Branch Library
A fun-filled interactive program for toddlers and their grownups that uses rhymes, songs and more to kindle the learning process. (12–36 months)
A fun-filled interactive program for toddlers and their grownups that uses rhymes, songs and more to kindle the learning process. (12–36 months)
MAY 13, 2025 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
13MAY11:30 AM12:00 PMPreschool Storytime11:30 AM – 12:00 PM Swansea Branch Library
Share a love of reading with your little one by exploring stories and activities together. (3–6 years)
Share a love of reading with your little one by exploring stories and activities together. (3–6 years)
MAY 13, 2025 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
13MAY11:30 AM12:30 PMBook Club: Shelf Indulgence11:30 AM – 12:30 PM South Congaree Branch
Indulge with a monthly themed list of books that takes a step outside the typical book club format. (ages 18+)
Indulge with a monthly themed list of books that takes a step outside the typical book club format. (ages 18+)
MAY 13, 2025 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
01JUN2:00 PM4:00 PMSummer Reading Kickoff Party2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Batesburg-Leesville Branch
Color Our World at LexCoLibrary. Enjoy a vibrant celebration of stories, creativity and fun with exciting activities, delicious treats and a bright world of full-color possibilities. Let’s make this summer
Color Our World at LexCoLibrary. Enjoy a vibrant celebration of stories, creativity and fun with exciting activities, delicious treats and a bright world of full-color possibilities. Let’s make this summer the most colorful one yet. (all ages)
Sign up for Summer Reading before you go with Beanstack Tracker App.
JUNE 1, 2025 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
02JUN11:30 AM12:30 PMLifelong Learning: Yoga11:30 AM – 12:30 PM Cayce-West Columbia Branch
Enjoy some beginner-friendly yoga. Wear comfortable clothes and bring your own yoga mat, thick towel or blanket if possible. (ages 18+)
Enjoy some beginner-friendly yoga. Wear comfortable clothes and bring your own yoga mat, thick towel or blanket if possible. (ages 18+)
JUNE 2, 2025 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
02JUN3:00 PM5:00 PMCraft Squad: Play-Doh Club3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Gaston Branch Library
Drop in to knead, shape and play dough. Use your imagination and create with Play-Doh. (grades K–5)
Drop in to knead, shape and play dough. Use your imagination and create with Play-Doh. (grades K–5)
JUNE 2, 2025 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
02JUN4:00 PM5:00 PMCraft Squad: Eric Carle4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Swansea Branch Library
Dive into creative fun as we craft characters in the vibrant style of author and artist Eric Carle. Let your imagination soar with colors and shapes. (grades K–5)
Dive into creative fun as we craft characters in the vibrant style of author and artist Eric Carle. Let your imagination soar with colors and shapes. (grades K–5)
JUNE 2, 2025 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
02JUN4:00 PM6:00 PMSummer Reading Kickoff Party4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Chapin Branch Library
Color Our World at LexCoLibrary. Enjoy a vibrant celebration of stories, creativity and fun with a bounce house, foam party, face painting, balloon animals, crafts, Mobile
Color Our World at LexCoLibrary. Enjoy a vibrant celebration of stories, creativity and fun with a bounce house, foam party, face painting, balloon animals, crafts, Mobile Library and more. Let’s make this summer the most colorful one yet. (all ages)
Sign up for Summer Reading before you go with Beanstack Tracker App.
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JUNE 2, 2025 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
02JUN5:30 PM6:30 PMHandmade: Garlands5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Gaston Branch Library
Craft beautiful garlands using natural and upcycled materials to brighten your home. (ages 18+)
Craft beautiful garlands using natural and upcycled materials to brighten your home. (ages 18+)
JUNE 2, 2025 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
02JUN6:00 PM7:00 PMBook Club: Murder on Mondays6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Batesburg-Leesville Branch
Read a book of your choice to fit the monthly mystery theme. It’s a great way to give (and get) mystery recommendations. (ages 18+)
Read a book of your choice to fit the monthly mystery theme. It’s a great way to give (and get) mystery recommendations. (ages 18+)
JUNE 2, 2025 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
02JUN6:00 PM7:00 PMWell Written: Write Club6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Cayce-West Columbia Branch
A calm, collaborative environment where you can write without distraction. Bring your notebook, laptop or whatever you like to write with. (ages 16+)
A calm, collaborative environment where you can write without distraction. Bring your notebook, laptop or whatever you like to write with. (ages 16+)
JUNE 2, 2025 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
02JUN6:00 PM7:30 PMSocial Scene: Silent Reading6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Lexington Main Library
It’s silent reading time, but for adults. Bring a book to sit and relax for an hour of quiet reading with others. (ages 18+)
It’s silent reading time, but for adults. Bring a book to sit and relax for an hour of quiet reading with others. (ages 18+)
JUNE 2, 2025 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
03JUN10:00 AM11:00 AMBook Club: Much Ado About Classics10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Lexington Main Library
Discuss the classics and explore how the ideas of yesteryear transcend time. (ages 18+)
Discuss the classics and explore how the ideas of yesteryear transcend time. (ages 18+)
JUNE 3, 2025 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
12MAY3:00 PM5:00 PMCraft Squad: Play-Doh Club3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Gaston Branch Library
Drop in to knead, shape and play dough. Use your imagination and create with Play-Doh. (grades K–5)
Drop in to knead, shape and play dough. Use your imagination and create with Play-Doh. (grades K–5)
MAY 12, 2025 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Hoopla Update — Changes Starting May 1
To keep this popular service within our budget, monthly checkouts will be reduced from 4 to 3. The magazine BingePass has also been removed (magazines are still available on Libby). Thank you for understanding as we work to manage costs while continuing to provide valuable resources.
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