News & Events: October 2026

LOCAL HISTORY COLLECTIONS

Voices of Lake Murray

History comes in many forms, from old photographs and handwritten documents to the voices of people sharing their memories. Our Local History Digital Collections bring these pieces of the past together online, making it easy to explore the stories that shaped Lexington County. Now, you can listen to oral histories from our Lake Murray: Beneath the Surface program, featuring 

Lake Murray

personal accounts that add depth and perspective to the history of the Jewel of South Carolina. It’s a wonderful way to connect with our community’s past, one story at a time.

Local History

The library will be
CLOSED

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2

Staff Education Day

So The Story Goes

Bring blankets and snacks for an evening of spooky tales. Beware, it gets scarier as the night goes on. Lexington Main Library partnered with Town of Lexington and Lexington County Recreation and Aging Commission. (families with children)

Saturday, October 24

7–9 PM | Virginia Hylton Park

Save the Date

NOTICE

LIBBY UPDATE

Libby will require your library account password beginning October 13. If you have an email address attached to your account and need to reset it, follow the link. Otherwise, see staff for help.

Change Password

STAFF PICK

Trad Wife by Saratoga Schaefer

"Camille Deming is the perfect Trad Wife, posting her life on social media. The only problem is...Her husband isn't giving her the attention she wants.


Her followers on social media are asking, "When are you having a baby?" What measures will she go to so she can have a baby, in order to fit into the #TradWifeLife?


There's a creepy "wishing" well behind her house in the woods...

She grabs a penny and flips it in...


Library worker holding the Trad Wife by Saratoga Schaefer.

This book right here was insanity! It's a good representation of how social media puts so much pressure on influencers, and the users that follow them. Nine out of 10 stars for me!"


— Danielle | Cayce-West Columbia Branch

DIGITAL RESOURCES

Consumer Health Complete

Consumer Health Complete

Access health and wellness information on both conventional and alternative treatments for aging, cancer, nutrition, fitness and more.

Research
Gale LegalForms

Gale Legal Forms

Download legal forms for a variety of situations including real estate, wills, landlord-tenant, divorce, bankruptcy, power of attorney and incorporation.

Access
Hispanic Life in America

Hispanic Life in America

Explore centuries of Hispanic history and discover the lasting impact Hispanic and Latino Americans have had on culture, the arts, science, politics, religion and more.

Explore

YOUR NEXT READ

Woman reading.

Want book picks that actually fit your taste? Tell us what you love, what you skip and what’s stayed on your nightstand. We’ll curate book suggestions just for you, delivered right to your email. New stories are waiting, and we think you’ll love them.

Recommendations

kids

The Elephant and the Piano by Colette Hiller
Mille Fleur Saves the Night by Christy Mandin
The Skeleton and the Cat by Brandon James Scott
The Zombees by Justin Colōn

teens

Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sáenz
Cinder by Marissa Meyer
Practically Magic by Jen Calonita
Shatter Me by Tahereh Mafi

adults

The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife by Anna Johnston
A Box Full of Darkness by Simone St. James
Outraged by Kurt Gray
Set Boundaries, Find Peace by Nedra Glover Tawwab

PROGRAMS

Craft Squad

Craft Squad: Haunted Handiwork

Friday, October 9 at 3:30 PM

South Congaree-Pine Ridge Branch Library

Create hauntingly fun art projects in this kid-friendly spooky craft hour — no tricks, just treats. (grades K–5)

TeenScene

TeenScene: Test Prep

Monday, October 12 at 2 PM

Chapin Branch Library

An introduction to free library resources to help you prepare for the PSAT, college admission exams, AP tests and more. (grades 9–12)

inBeTween

inBeTween: Pumpkin Remix

Tuesday, October 20 at 4:30 PM

Swansea Branch Library

Skip the carving and decorate your pumpkin for the season using fun paints and creative designs. (grades 6–8)

More Programs

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