We love books, don’t get us wrong. But you don’t have to love reading to enjoy The Greenville County Library System (GCLS). Here are some unexpected library offerings.
Classes | Did you know the library offers free classes ranging from “Introduction to Smartphones” to “Native plants and pollinators?”
Events | Besides classes, GCLS offers events for the community like book bingo, trivia, and writers’ round tables. Pro tip: The blue classes are adult events, pink are youth services, and gray events are sold out.
Genealogy | Have you ever wondered about your family tree? GCLS has a Local History + Genealogy room (at Hughes Main Library) filled with maps, databases, study tables, and staff who can help you trace your lineage.
Museum + park passes | With your library card, you can check out passes to The Children’s Museum of the Upstate, Roper Mountain Science Center, Upcountry History Museum, and SC State Parks.
More than books | You can also check out board games, electricity usage monitors, audiobook players, and seeds from the seed library.
Laptop lending | In need of a laptop for a few hours? You can borrow one for in-library use.
Meeting spaces | If you’re looking for a quiet spot to host your event, GCLS offers free meeting spaces. There is an equipment rental fee + the computer training room at Hughes Main has a cost.
Southern Author Fest | Each year, you can meet local + regional authors and listen to speakers at this free event hosted by GCLS.
Tax assistance | Get help filing via United Way’s VITA program. Taxpayers with a household income of $73,000 or less can file for free using United Way’s My Free Taxes.
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