This summer, embark on a journey of art and creativity that will inspire and open your mind to vast possibilities. Challenge yourself to see the world through new eyes and find beauty in unsuspecting places.
Summer Reading boosts literacy and language skills, promotes creativity and imagination, builds community connections, develops critical thinking skills, encourages family bonding and much more. Brighten your summer with endless fun at your local library. From colorful programs to vibrant reads, you choose your inspiration.
17JUL10:30 AM11:30 AMMichelle's Magical Poodles10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Batesburg-Leesville Branch
Get ready for a paws-itively magical show! Watch as Michelle’s talented poodles jump through hoops and over barrels, dance to the music and show off their best tricks. It’s a
Get ready for a paws-itively magical show! Watch as Michelle’s talented poodles jump through hoops and over barrels, dance to the music and show off their best tricks. It’s a high-energy, tail-wagging performance you won’t want to miss. (grades K–5)
JULY 17, 2025 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
17JUL2:00 PM3:00 PMMichelle's Magical Poodles2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Gilbert-Summit Branch
Get ready for a paws-itively magical show! Watch as Michelle’s talented poodles jump through hoops and over barrels, dance to the music and show off their best tricks. It’s a
Get ready for a paws-itively magical show! Watch as Michelle’s talented poodles jump through hoops and over barrels, dance to the music and show off their best tricks. It’s a high-energy, tail-wagging performance you won’t want to miss. (grades K–5)
JULY 17, 2025 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
17JUL3:00 PM4:00 PMPlant a Pizza3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Batesburg-Leesville Branch
Dig into gardening basics, plant seeds to take home and whip up a delicious veggie pizza using fresh, garden-grown ingredients. Grow, create, and chow down in this hands-on, flavor-packed adventure
Dig into gardening basics, plant seeds to take home and whip up a delicious veggie pizza using fresh, garden-grown ingredients. Grow, create, and chow down in this hands-on, flavor-packed adventure with Lexington County Master Gardener Volunteers. (grades 6–8)
JULY 17, 2025 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
17JUL4:00 PM5:00 PMEpoxy Drip4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Irmo Branch Library
Create bold, stained-glass-inspired designs using epoxy resin in this hands-on workshop with Mad Platter. Experiment with color, texture and light to craft a one-of-a-kind masterpiece that shines. (grades 9–12)
Create bold, stained-glass-inspired designs using epoxy resin in this hands-on workshop with Mad Platter. Experiment with color, texture and light to craft a one-of-a-kind masterpiece that shines. (grades 9–12)
JULY 17, 2025 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
18JUL10:30 AM11:30 AMMichelle's Magical Poodles10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Pelion Branch Library
Get ready for a paws-itively magical show! Watch as Michelle’s talented poodles jump through hoops and over barrels, dance to the music and show off their best tricks. It’s a
Get ready for a paws-itively magical show! Watch as Michelle’s talented poodles jump through hoops and over barrels, dance to the music and show off their best tricks. It’s a high-energy, tail-wagging performance you won’t want to miss. (grades K–5)
JULY 18, 2025 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
18JUL2:00 PM3:00 PMMichelle's Magical Poodles2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Swansea Branch Library
Get ready for a paws-itively magical show! Watch as Michelle’s talented poodles jump through hoops and over barrels, dance to the music and show off their best tricks. It’s a
Get ready for a paws-itively magical show! Watch as Michelle’s talented poodles jump through hoops and over barrels, dance to the music and show off their best tricks. It’s a high-energy, tail-wagging performance you won’t want to miss. (grades K–5)
JULY 18, 2025 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
18JUL3:00 PM4:00 PMManga 101: Draw Like a Pro3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Lexington Main Library
Love manga? Learn how to bring your characters to life. The Asia Cultural Society will guide you through the basics of Japanese manga. Discover drawing techniques and create simple characters.
Love manga? Learn how to bring your characters to life. The Asia Cultural Society will guide you through the basics of Japanese manga. Discover drawing techniques and create simple characters. No experience needed—just bring your creativity. (grades 6–8)
JULY 18, 2025 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
21JUL10:30 AM11:30 AMThe Tortoise & the Hare10:30 AM - 11:30 AM South Congaree Branch
Porkchop Productions brings you a reimagined take on this fable favorite, featuring colorful characters, laugh-out-loud humor and valuable lessons in triumph and defeat. (grades K–5)
Porkchop Productions brings you a reimagined take on this fable favorite, featuring colorful characters, laugh-out-loud humor and valuable lessons in triumph and defeat. (grades K–5)
JULY 21, 2025 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
21JUL2:00 PM3:00 PMThe Tortoise & the Hare2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Gaston Branch Library
Porkchop Productions brings you a reimagined take on this fable favorite, featuring colorful characters, laugh-out-loud humor and valuable lessons in triumph and defeat. (grades K–5)
Porkchop Productions brings you a reimagined take on this fable favorite, featuring colorful characters, laugh-out-loud humor and valuable lessons in triumph and defeat. (grades K–5)
JULY 21, 2025 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
21JUL4:00 PM5:00 PMDrip, Drop, Rainbows4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Chapin Branch Library
Create a unique and colorful rain chain while learning their eco-friendly benefits, such as water conservation and erosion prevention. In partnership with County of Lexington Solid Waste Management. (ages 12+)
Create a unique and colorful rain chain while learning their eco-friendly benefits, such as water conservation and erosion prevention. In partnership with County of Lexington Solid Waste Management. (ages 12+)
JULY 21, 2025 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
07AUG5:30 PM6:30 PMAuthor Talk: Tom Poland5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Chapin Branch Library
Local author Tom Poland will discuss South Carolina Reflections: A Photographic Journey, a stunning tribute to the state’s diverse landscapes. Spanning from the Appalachians to the Atlantic, this keepsake book
Local author Tom Poland will discuss South Carolina Reflections: A Photographic Journey, a stunning tribute to the state’s diverse landscapes. Spanning from the Appalachians to the Atlantic, this keepsake book showcases his three-decade collaboration with photographer Robert C. Clark. Copies will be available for purchase and signing. (ages 16+)
AUGUST 7, 2025 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
07AUG6:00 PM7:30 PMAuthor Talk: Karen White6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Lexington Main Library
The New York Times bestselling author Karen White will read from her new novel That Last Carolina Summer. Copies will be available for purchase and
The New York Times bestselling author Karen White will read from her new novel That Last Carolina Summer. Copies will be available for purchase and signing. (ages 18+)
AUGUST 7, 2025 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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