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Dots, Doubles, and Dominoes

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Adults

There's nothing like a good game of dominoes. It is the perfect blend of strategy and entertainment. Plus it is a great way to keep your brain sharp!

Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Event Details:

There's nothing like a good game of dominoes. It is the perfect blend of strategy and entertainment. Plus it is a great way to keep your brain sharp!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Drawn into Fandom: The Summer I Turned Pretty

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens

Join us in the Gambrell Teen Room as  Emma Twigg teaches us the basics of drawing fan art! This month, create a special drawing inspired by the book/TV series, The Summer I Turned Pretty.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Movies, Games & Anime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in the Gambrell Teen Room as  Emma Twigg teaches us the basics of drawing fan art! This month, create a special drawing inspired by the book/TV series, The Summer I Turned Pretty.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Out to Win!

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Whether you're a board and tabletop games aficionado or you just want to enjoy the fun atmosphere, we'll have a seat waiting for you!

Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Event Details:

Whether you're a board and tabletop games aficionado or you just want to enjoy the fun atmosphere, we'll have a seat waiting for you!

This event is in the "Tweens" group

Tween Game Night: Get Bit!

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Tweens

Test your counting and bluffing skills with Get Bit! Compete in this game of strategy to escape the hungry shark. You don’t have to be the fastest swimmer, just faster than your friends! 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Test your counting and bluffing skills with Get Bit! Compete in this game of strategy to escape the hungry shark. You don’t have to be the fastest swimmer, just faster than your friends! 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Anime Club and Stickers

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens

Hang out, eat snacks, watch new or classic anime! Also, cut pages out of old manga and comic books, or draw your favorite characters, and turn them into fun stickers!

Any questions please email teens@andersonlibrary.org.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hang out, eat snacks, watch new or classic anime! Also, cut pages out of old manga and comic books, or draw your favorite characters, and turn them into fun stickers!

Any questions please email teens@andersonlibrary.org.

This event is in the "Teens" group

We Were Liars Mystery Dinner

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens

Step into a world of whispers, wealth, and buried truths. “We” invite you to an immersive, candlelit evening of intrigue inspired by We Were Liars.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Step into a world of whispers, wealth, and buried truths. “We” invite you to an immersive, candlelit evening of intrigue inspired by We Were Liars.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Craft Movie Night: Alita & Glass Jar Upcycle

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us for Craft Movie Night as we enter a cyberpunk world, featuring Alita: Battle Angel, based on Yukito Kishiro's manga series.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Movies, Games & Anime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Craft Movie Night as we enter a cyberpunk world, featuring Alita: Battle Angel, based on Yukito Kishiro's manga series.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Chill Zone

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens

Enter the chill zone and hang out with your friends at this fun event! We will have video games, board games, and crafts available in the Teen Room for teens ages 12-18. 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts, Crafts, & DIY, Movies, Games & Anime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enter the chill zone and hang out with your friends at this fun event! We will have video games, board games, and crafts available in the Teen Room for teens ages 12-18. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Random Facts Trivia

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Adults

Unlock your inner genius, one question at a time and have fun with your friends and teammates as we play various trivia games each month.

Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Event Details:

Unlock your inner genius, one question at a time and have fun with your friends and teammates as we play various trivia games each month.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Beyblades Tournament

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens

Join us in the Teen Room for a monthly Beyblades Tournament. Launch into a Beyblade battle and be the last one in the arena! 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in the Teen Room for a monthly Beyblades Tournament. Launch into a Beyblade battle and be the last one in the arena! 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Saturday Gaming: Minecraft Edition

Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime, Technology
Age Group:
Teens

Join us for our monthly gaming event! April's theme is Minecraft. Play with friends in survival or creative mode, or unplug and play one of our Minecraft-themed board games!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for our monthly gaming event! April's theme is Minecraft. Play with friends in survival or creative mode, or unplug and play one of our Minecraft-themed board games!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Game Hour: Tetris Tumble

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens

Join us for a round of Tetris Tumble XL! Staff will teach the rules, and all game materials will be available. This drop-in program is designed for teens, and encourages friendly competition and social interaction.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a round of Tetris Tumble XL! Staff will teach the rules, and all game materials will be available. This drop-in program is designed for teens, and encourages friendly competition and social interaction.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Pokémon Club

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Join our Pokémon Club and get ready to "catch 'em all!" Join us every 2nd Thursday for a variety of Pokémon themed games, activities, and more!

Space is limited so registration is required.

 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Ronder Thomas Young Children’s Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our Pokémon Club and get ready to "catch 'em all!" Join us every 2nd Thursday for a variety of Pokémon themed games, activities, and more!

Space is limited so registration is required.

 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Learn to Play Mah Jongg

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Cely Room at Powdersville Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Adults

Learn how to play Mah Jongg in the National Mah Jongg style. Beginners and experienced players are welcome! All supplies provided.

Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Event Details:

Learn how to play Mah Jongg in the National Mah Jongg style. Beginners and experienced players are welcome! All supplies provided.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Board Game Afternoon

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Lander Memorial Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us for Board Game Afternoon! On the second Friday of every month from 2 PM to 4 PM, join us at the library for board games and fellowship. Admission is free; registration is not required.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lander Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Board Game Afternoon! On the second Friday of every month from 2 PM to 4 PM, join us at the library for board games and fellowship. Admission is free; registration is not required.

This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Second Saturday Cinema

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Leigh Ann Carter Room at Pendleton Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens

Join us for a family-friendly movie! Light refreshments provided. April's movie will be The Wild Robot, rated PG.

 

Library Branch: Pendleton Library
Room: Leigh Ann Carter Room
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Event Details:

Join us for a family-friendly movie! Light refreshments provided. April's movie will be The Wild Robot, rated PG.

 

This event is in the "Adults" group

The Belton BUNCO Group

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Adults

Bunco is a dice game where players take turns rolling three dice in an attempt to score points and have the highest score at the end of six rounds. The game can be played with 12 or more players, divided into groups of four.

Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Event Details:

Bunco is a dice game where players take turns rolling three dice in an attempt to score points and have the highest score at the end of six rounds. The game can be played with 12 or more players, divided into groups of four.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Card Sharks

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Adults

Shuffle the deck and get ready to deal! Learn to play a variety of card games ranging from beginner to advanced in this monthly game meetup. 

Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Event Details:

Shuffle the deck and get ready to deal! Learn to play a variety of card games ranging from beginner to advanced in this monthly game meetup. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Board Game Night with Empire Games: Challengers!

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Electric City Creative Classroom at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Love board games but don't always have someone to play with? Join us for our board game night, in partnership with Empire Games! Empire staff will be on-site to demo board games, play through games, and talk board gaming.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Electric City Creative Classroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Love board games but don't always have someone to play with? Join us for our board game night, in partnership with Empire Games! Empire staff will be on-site to demo board games, play through games, and talk board gaming.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Dots, Doubles, and Dominoes

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Adults

There's nothing like a good game of dominoes. It is the perfect blend of strategy and entertainment. Plus it is a great way to keep your brain sharp!

Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Event Details:

There's nothing like a good game of dominoes. It is the perfect blend of strategy and entertainment. Plus it is a great way to keep your brain sharp!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Epic Realms: Teen RPG Experience

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens

Join us a session of an exciting Role-Playing Game (RPG) experience designed just for teens!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us a session of an exciting Role-Playing Game (RPG) experience designed just for teens!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Anime Club and Game Night

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Gambrell Teen Room at Anderson Main Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens

Eat snacks, watch anime, and play from our selection of anime-themed card games!

Any questions please email teens@andersonlibrary.org. All teens welcome (ages 12-18).

 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Anderson Main Library
Room: Gambrell Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Eat snacks, watch anime, and play from our selection of anime-themed card games!

Any questions please email teens@andersonlibrary.org. All teens welcome (ages 12-18).

 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Learn to Play Mah Jongg

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Cely Room at Powdersville Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Adults

Learn how to play Mah Jongg, in the National Mah Jongg style. Beginners and experienced players are welcome! All supplies provided.

Library Branch: Powdersville Library
Room: Cely Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Event Details:

Learn how to play Mah Jongg, in the National Mah Jongg style. Beginners and experienced players are welcome! All supplies provided.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Out to Win!

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Friends of the Library Meeting Room at Belton Library
Program Type:
Movies, Games & Anime
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Whether you're a board and tabletop games aficionado or you just want to enjoy the fun atmosphere, we'll have a seat waiting for you!

Library Branch: Belton Library
Room: Friends of the Library Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movies, Games & Anime
Event Details:

Whether you're a board and tabletop games aficionado or you just want to enjoy the fun atmosphere, we'll have a seat waiting for you!