The South Carolina Room — located on the ground floor at Lexington Main Library — houses the core of our local history and genealogy collection. The collection includes non-circulating reference books, maps, local obituary indexes, microfilmed newspapers, census records, historical papers, family histories, military records and photographs.
The mission of the South Carolina Room is to collect, preserve and provide access to materials that focus on the history and genealogy of Lexington County and the surrounding counties that made up the old Orangeburgh District as well as the state of South Carolina as a whole.
The Reference staff at Lexington Main Library are available to provide assistance with genealogical and local historical research.
5440 Augusta Road, Lexington, S.C. 29072
Phone: (803) 785-2680
Email: ask@lexcolibrary.com
24APR9:30 AM10:30 AMMini Movers: Baby Foamnasium9:30 AM – 10:30 AM Lexington Main Library
Play is one of six practices to promote early literacy skills in young children. Our Foamnasium playground allows your little one to develop their gross motor skills through an open
Play is one of six practices to promote early literacy skills in young children. Our Foamnasium playground allows your little one to develop their gross motor skills through an open play experience. (birth–18 months)
APRIL 24, 2025 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
24APR10:00 AM11:00 AMMini Movers10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Irmo Branch Library
Did you know play is an integral part of literacy development? Bring your little one for a morning of fun and community learning. (birth–36 months)
Did you know play is an integral part of literacy development? Bring your little one for a morning of fun and community learning. (birth–36 months)
APRIL 24, 2025 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
24APR10:30 AM11:30 AMMini Movers: Toddler Foamnasium10:30 AM – 11:30 AM Lexington Main Library
Play is one of six practices to promote early literacy skills in young children. Our Foamnasium playground allows your little one to develop their gross motor skills through an open
Play is one of six practices to promote early literacy skills in young children. Our Foamnasium playground allows your little one to develop their gross motor skills through an open play experience. (18–36 months)
APRIL 24, 2025 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
24APR11:00 AM11:30 AMPreschool Storytime11:00 AM – 11:30 AM Pelion Branch Library
Share a lifelong love of reading with your little one by exploring stories and activities together. This storytime is designed to promote language and listening skills, expand the imagination and
Share a lifelong love of reading with your little one by exploring stories and activities together. This storytime is designed to promote language and listening skills, expand the imagination and spark curiosity about the world around us. (ages 3–5 years)
APRIL 24, 2025 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
24APR11:30 AM12:00 PMPreschool Storytime11:30 AM – 12:00 PM Gilbert-Summit Branch
Share a lifelong love of reading with your little one by exploring stories and activities together. This storytime is designed to promote language and listening skills, expand the imagination and
Share a lifelong love of reading with your little one by exploring stories and activities together. This storytime is designed to promote language and listening skills, expand the imagination and spark curiosity about the world around us. (ages 3–5 years)
APRIL 24, 2025 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
24APR11:30 AM12:30 PMMini Movers: Preschool Foamnasium11:30 AM – 12:30 PM Lexington Main Library
Play is one of six practices to promote early literacy skills in young children. Our Foamnasium playground allows your little one to develop their gross motor skills through an open
Play is one of six practices to promote early literacy skills in young children. Our Foamnasium playground allows your little one to develop their gross motor skills through an open play experience. (ages 3–6 years)
APRIL 24, 2025 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
24APR1:00 PM2:00 PMAny Book Book Club1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Chapin Branch Library
Connect with fellow readers in our newest book club where you can read any book of your choice. Whether you’re looking to discuss your latest read or expand your reading
Connect with fellow readers in our newest book club where you can read any book of your choice. Whether you’re looking to discuss your latest read or expand your reading list, you’re sure to enjoy this community. (ages 18+)
APRIL 24, 2025 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
24APR2:00 PM3:00 PMinBeTween: Taste Test Challenge2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Cayce-West Columbia Branch
Calling all middle schoolers — are you brave enough to try new flavors while blindfolded? If you’ve got what it takes, we’ll bring all the fun flavors in this exciting
Calling all middle schoolers — are you brave enough to try new flavors while blindfolded? If you’ve got what it takes, we’ll bring all the fun flavors in this exciting food challenge. (grades 6–8)
APRIL 24, 2025 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Our hot dry southern summers make it difficult to have lush green plants and colorful blooms. Learn about our favorite summer plants that can take the heat and drought. Presented
Our hot dry southern summers make it difficult to have lush green plants and colorful blooms. Learn about our favorite summer plants that can take the heat and drought. Presented by Lexington County Master Gardener Volunteers. (ages 14+)
APRIL 24, 2025 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
24APR2:00 PM3:30 PMBook Club: Spinecrackers2:00 PM – 3:30 PM Pelion Branch Library
The Spinecrackers book club reads from a year-long list of titles from all genres. A lively discussion is guaranteed with each meeting. This month’s book is Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van
The Spinecrackers book club reads from a year-long list of titles from all genres. A lively discussion is guaranteed with each meeting. This month’s book is Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. (ages 18+)
APRIL 24, 2025 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
01MAY10:00 AM11:00 AMBook Club: Rowdy Readers10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Irmo Branch Library
Explore a variety of books and enjoy a lively discussion in a friendly, casual atmosphere. (ages 18+)
Explore a variety of books and enjoy a lively discussion in a friendly, casual atmosphere. (ages 18+)
MAY 1, 2025 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
01MAY4:00 PM5:00 PMLifelong Learning: Gentle Yoga4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Gilbert-Summit Branch
Learn gentle stretches and movements. Modifications can be made to fit health challenges. Wear comfortable clothes. Chairs available if needed. (ages 18+)
Learn gentle stretches and movements. Modifications can be made to fit health challenges. Wear comfortable clothes. Chairs available if needed. (ages 18+)
MAY 1, 2025 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
01MAY4:00 PM5:00 PMFan Club: Babysitter’s Club4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Batesburg-Leesville Branch
Craft, snack and play games with your favorite babysitters. (grades 6–8)
Craft, snack and play games with your favorite babysitters. (grades 6–8)
MAY 1, 2025 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
01MAY4:00 PM5:00 PMCommunity: Wellness in the Garden4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Gaston Branch Library
Celebrate May Day with yoga, meditation and mindfulness led by instructor Christina Sequoia in the peaceful library garden. (all ages)
Celebrate May Day with yoga, meditation and mindfulness led by instructor Christina Sequoia in the peaceful library garden. (all ages)
MAY 1, 2025 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
01MAY4:00 PM5:00 PMNature Nook: Under the Sea4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Lexington Main Library
Learn about sea creatures through a fun puzzle room experience. (grades K–5)
Learn about sea creatures through a fun puzzle room experience. (grades K–5)
MAY 1, 2025 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
01MAY4:00 PM5:00 PMLego Club4:00 PM – 5:00 PM South Congaree Branch
Let your imagination run wild as you explore what you can build with Lego bricks. (grades K–5)
Let your imagination run wild as you explore what you can build with Lego bricks. (grades K–5)
MAY 1, 2025 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
01MAY4:30 PM5:30 PMFan Base: Anime Club4:30 PM – 5:30 PM Irmo Branch Library
Bring your love of anime and manga and your (optional) cosplay to make some anime-inspired crafts and share your fandom with others. (grades 6–12)
Bring your love of anime and manga and your (optional) cosplay to make some anime-inspired crafts and share your fandom with others. (grades 6–12)
MAY 1, 2025 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
02MAY11:00 AM11:30 AMToddlertime (12–36 months)11:00 AM – 11:30 AM Chapin Branch Library
A fun-filled program for toddlers and their grownups that uses rhymes, songs and more to kindle the learning process. (12–36 months)
A fun-filled program for toddlers and their grownups that uses rhymes, songs and more to kindle the learning process. (12–36 months)
MAY 2, 2025 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
02MAY12:00 PM2:00 PMHistorically Speaking: SC Military12:00 PM – 2:00 PM Cayce-West Columbia Branch
A representative from the SC Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum will discuss the history of South Carolina’s military. (ages 18+)
A representative from the SC Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum will discuss the history of South Carolina’s military. (ages 18+)
MAY 2, 2025 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
03MAY10:00 AM10:30 AMBaby Storytime (birth–12 months)10:00 AM – 10:30 AM Lexington Main Library
This interactive storytime is a wonderful way to introduce your child to the joys of reading in a positive and fun atmosphere. (birth–12 months)
This interactive storytime is a wonderful way to introduce your child to the joys of reading in a positive and fun atmosphere. (birth–12 months)
MAY 3, 2025 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
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