Begin your groundwork using family history lessons and tools found on Ancestry Library Edition. Outline what you already know about your family and move backwards into your ancestry. Create a good search using special tips & tricks for narrowing your returns. Ages 18+; due to limited seating, please register at the Camden branch or call 803-425-1508.

Ancestry Library Edition is available inside the library only and does not require a username or password. You may bring your laptop or electronic device with you for personal classroom use.

Join us for the revival of the Bethune D&D club! We’re moving to a bi-weekly schedule. Ages 13 to adult are welcome to join us for an adventure no matter your experience with the game.

Teens & tweens can join us for camaraderie with other artists at the Elgin branch. Bring your own supplies or use ours. For ages 10-17. Kids 10 – 12 must have a parent present.

World-famous award-winning BBQ just $12 per plate

Includes: BBQ, Rice, Hash, Baked Beans, Coleslaw, and bread.

Eat in or take out.

Kids ages 6-12 are welcome to join us to paint a suncatcher for the upcoming warmer months! Please dress in clothes that are ok to get messy.
*Limited supplies. Sign-up not required but recommended to hannag@kershawcountylibrary.org

If you’re looking to reenter the work force or need help with your career planning, drop by and see how SC Works can help.

Bring your child to the Bethune library for stories, songs, and more with Youth Librarian Lauren Decker! For ages 0-5.

Compete against other families to be the trivia champions! The winning family will get a prize.

Join Courtney, licensed Zumba, Mixxedfit, and Barre instructor for Dance Fitness! This low impact, yet high energy class will make you groove, sweat and stretch. Come dressed comfortably with a bottle of water.  Please call 803-425-1508 to register.  For ages 18 and up.

Drop in for a chess club for all ages and skill levels! If you don’t know how to play, we offer free lessons for ages 8 to adult. In each session, we’ll also discuss tactics for your chess game.

Teens ages 12-17 can join other teens at the library for fun, games, conversation and crafts.

How fast can you put together a puzzle? Faster than other patrons? Faster than staff? The fastest puzzler wins a prize! Ages 4 to adult.

Enjoy an afternoon of gospel music featuring Rev. Loman Jones and the Old Timers of Camden, The Gospel Jubilees of Sumter, Cousins 4 Christ and the Johnsonaires of Columbia, The Singing Crusaders of Camden, The Singing Cavaliers of Eastover, Alice Walker and the Silver Voices of Hartsville, and Spiritual Gospel Singers of Columbia. For more information call Deloris Thomas at 803-427-3931, Mike Thompson at 347-413-3598, or Rev. Shirley Williams at 803-420-2074.

Springvale Baptist Church is inviting the community to celebrate Easter on Sunday, April fifth. The morning begins with a SONrise Service at 8 a.m. at the outside baptistry, followed by breakfast in the Fellowship Hall from 8:30 until 9:15. Easter worship will then take place at 9:30 a.m. in the sanctuary. Church leaders note there will be no Sunday School or evening activities that day. Everyone is welcome to join in this special Easter celebration.

Charlotte Dewar completed the 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training, Flow Style Yoga in 2021. Charlotte’s yoga teaching style encourages you to align and sync your body, breath and soul. She is also certified in Kidding Around Yoga and believes a good sense of humor is essential in life. Please show up a few minutes early to get settled before class. Don’t forget your yoga mat! Call 803-425-1508 to register. For ages 18 and up.

This month, we’ll swap breakfast recipes! Copies will be made free of charge and we’ll have a selection of cookbooks available for checkout for those without recipes. For all ages.

This drive-thru, contactless event allows you to safely dispose of paper documents while helping your community. Just bring canned or non-perishable food items to donate to Christian Community Ministries. Staff will unload your items while you remain in your vehicle. Please note—paper only, no electronics or metal. For details, call 803-432-8521 or visit midcarolinacu.com.

If you’re looking to reenter the work force or need help with your career planning, drop by and see how SC Works can help.

All teen homeschoolers are welcome to come talk, create, and throw out ideas in a new and extended format. Can you come? Email to sign up: laurend@kershawcountylibrary.org

Join certified Yoga instructor Ms. Charlotte to enjoy a gentle yoga for all ages and skill levels.

Kids and parents playing along are welcome to join us in playing with Legos at the library.

Drop-in to the Elgin branch to learn about the ALPHA Center and what you can do to aid in drug recovery and prevention.

Join us for outdoor fun with an obstacle course, a beach ball throw, walk the line and more gross motor activities.  If weather prohibits, we’ll have it inside.  Water provided.

One Creepy Bunny! Join us to enjoy Jasper Rabbit’s creepy tales Creepy Carrots & Creepy Pair of Underwear and get your own Jasper Rabbit ears, keychain, and pencil while supplies last! (Stories will be read at 10 AM and 11 AM) For ages 10 and under.

Join us for the revival of the Bethune D&D club! We’re moving to a bi-weekly schedule. Ages 13 to adult are welcome to join us for an adventure no matter your experience with the game.

Drop by the Camden Branch and learn how to learn a language! Interested in learning the Scottish-Gaelic Language? We have an app for that! Your library provides Mango Languages with over 70 world languages and more than 20 English courses. Carry the lessons with you via the app to learn on the go. No sign up required, just stop by.

Jasmine Leavitt will share her expertise in soil structure. You will learn about soil pH, soil building, composting, and more. Please call 803-425-1508 to sign up for this informative session. For ages 18+

Spring Take-and-Make: Swing by and pick up a take-and-make kit for your child to make a fun spring craft at home!

Kids and teens of all ages can join us at the Elgin library to build with a variety of bricks and blocks. Enjoy Legos, K’nex, Lincoln Logs, Snap Circuits, wooden blocks, and more.

Bring your child to the Bethune library for stories, songs, and more with Youth Librarian Lauren Decker! For ages 0-5.

Learn how to confidently participate in SC elections with clear, trusted info from SC Votes:

• Know where & when to vote — find your polling place, election dates, and sample ballot so you’re prepared before you arrive.
• Understand what’s on your ballot — learn how to research candidates and referendums before you cast your vote.
• See how voting works — we’ll explain how votes are collected, verified, and kept secure so you can vote with confidence.
• Get to know voting machines — what they look like, how they’re operated and secured, and how to use them on Election Day.

Join us to craft your own blackout poetry, where you’ll take existing text and “blackout” the majority of the page to leave only a poem you created visible. Come drop-in and create with us! For ages 18+

Dementia Care Specialist, Cherniece Kelley, will be joining us for coffee. She will be available to answer any questions patrons may have regarding dementia, and caring for loved ones with dementia.

Drop in for a chess club for all ages and skill levels! If you don’t know how to play, we offer free lessons for ages 8 to adult. In each session, we’ll also discuss tactics for your chess game.

Teens ages 12-17 can join other teens at the library for fun, games, conversation and crafts.

Join us at the Bethune library to play games with your family! For all ages. Games provided or bring your own!

Join Ms. Lauren for a special combined edition of Whiz Kids and Tween Teams with special guest Brenda Gardner from Santee-Lynches. Ms. Gardner will talk about careers and what happens after finishing school.

Stop in anytime during branch hours to play with our selection of board games. Feel free to bring your own! It’s fun for all ages.

Join us for an hour of fun as we create a springtime treasure with Susan Leonard! Please call the library at 803-425-1508 to sign up. For ages 18+

Registration begins at 4:30 p.m., with the meeting starting at 5:30. Hear updates from CEO Dean Scarborough, vote for board members, and enter for cash prize giveaways. Bring canned or non-perishable food items for extra prize entries, with donations supporting Christian Community Ministries. For more information, call 803-432-8521 or visit midcarolinacu.com.

Our friends at Kershaw County First Steps are coming to Bethune for stories, songs, and activities! All ages welcome.

This month, our club will discuss The Book Club for Troublesome Women by Marie Bostwick. New members welcome.

Earth Day Labyrinths: Join us for a unique and meaningful Earth Day celebration with artist Beth Langley as she introduces the art and practice of labyrinths. In this interactive workshop, participants will learn how to draw their own labyrinth designs and explore the rich history and calming purpose behind these ancient pathways.

Join us for an information session with Jevencia Hill of Clemson Extension to learn about the connection between diabetes and heart disease with practical strategies for improving health outcomes.

Join other Lego fans at the Bethune branch to build with the library’s Legos. For kids of all ages.

Understanding Social Security Disability Benefits: Join local attorney Stacy Thompson to learn the basics of Social Security Disability, including SSDI, SSI, Medicare & Medicaid, and how these programs can help individuals who are unable to work due to disability. Please call the library to reserve your seat at 803-425-1508.

Law Talks are sponsored by the SC Bar Public Services Division and are free & open to the public.

Kids and parents playing along are welcome to join us in playing with Legos at the library.

Join us for the revival of the Bethune D&D club! We’re moving to a bi-weekly schedule. Ages 13 to adult are welcome to join us for an adventure no matter your experience with the game.

Begin your groundwork using family history lessons and tools found on Ancestry Library Edition. Outline what you already know about your family and move backwards into your ancestry. Create a good search using special tips & tricks for narrowing your returns. Ages 18+; due to limited seating, please register at the Camden branch or call 803-425-1508.

Ancestry Library Edition is available inside the library only and does not require a username or password. You may bring your laptop or electronic device with you for personal classroom use.

Teens & tweens can join us for camaraderie with other artists at the Elgin branch. Bring your own supplies or use ours. For ages 10-17. Kids 10 – 12 must have a parent present.

Drop in and discuss When Cicadas Cry by Caroline Cleveland. Request your book at the front desk.

Bring your child to the Bethune library for stories, songs, and more with Youth Librarian Lauren Decker! For ages 0-5.

This month, our club is reading The God of the Woods by Liz Moore. Request a copy at the Camden front desk. New members welcome!

If you’re looking to reenter the work force or need help with your career planning, drop by and see how SC Works can help.

Drop in for a chess club for all ages and skill levels! If you don’t know how to play, we offer free lessons for ages 8 to adult. In each session, we’ll also discuss tactics for your chess game.