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Event List

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Sarah Kate Morgan and Leo Shannon

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 8:00pm - 9:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
History & Genealogy, Lecture & Discussion, Movie & Performance, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Born in Sharps Chapel, Sarah Kate came to old-time music through her grandfather's hand-built dulcimer when she was just 7 years old. Besides being a widely respected expert in the instrument, she is also a first-rate singer and songwriter.

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

Kelle Jolly

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 9:00pm - 10:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
History & Genealogy, Lecture & Discussion, Movie & Performance, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Kelle Jolly is the “Tennessee Ukulele Lady”. She is a multifaceted musician, renowned for her exceptional talents as a ukulele player, vocalist, and storyteller.

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

Sunday at the Laurel

Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
History & Genealogy, Lecture & Discussion, Movie & Performance, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Drop by the Laurel Theater for some dancing, fiddle workshopping, and old-time jamming. It's all fun and games with old-time music .

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

Beginner Spanish

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Cedar Bluff meeting room at Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Lecture & Discussion
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn basic Spanish through fun, interactive lessons at the library. Perfect for beginners (ages 12 and up)—no prior experience needed. Build vocabulary, conversation skills, and cultural understanding.

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

Next Level Spanish

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Cedar Bluff meeting room at Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Lecture & Discussion
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn basic Spanish through fun, interactive lessons at the library. Build vocabulary, conversation skills, and cultural understanding.

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

Animals Up Close with Ijams Nature Center

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Burlington Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Teens

A hands-on experience presented by Ijams Nature Center featuring live animal ambassadors, offering a unique opportunity to connect with wildlife up close.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Halls Teen Book Club

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Halls Branch meeting room at Halls Branch Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Lecture & Discussion
Age Group:
Teens

Gather with other teens to discuss current fave reads at the Halls Teen Book Club!

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Create Your Own: Spring Wreath

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Halls Branch meeting room at Halls Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Children, Elementary Age, Teens, Adults

Create your own spring wreath.

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

The Chronicles of Yarnia!

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Cedar Bluff meeting room at Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Knit, crochet, and create with fellow yarn enthusiasts, share ideas, and check out provided craft books for inspiration.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

LEGO CLUB for Kids and Teens

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Powell Branch meeting room at Powell Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Children, Preschool, Elementary Age, Teens
LEGO Club:

Warm up those building fingers and come down for LEGO club, where you'll build alongside other kids who love LEGOs as much as you do! Your creativity + determination + bricks = LEG...

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

Beginner Spanish

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Cedar Bluff meeting room at Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Lecture & Discussion
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn basic Spanish through fun, interactive lessons at the library. Perfect for beginners (ages 12 and up)—no prior experience needed. Build vocabulary, conversation skills, and cultural understanding.

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

Next Level Spanish

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Cedar Bluff meeting room at Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Lecture & Discussion
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn basic Spanish through fun, interactive lessons at the library. Build vocabulary, conversation skills, and cultural understanding.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Curiosity Club: Knox County Search & Rescue

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Burlington Branch meeting room at Burlington Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft, Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Elementary Age, Teens

Curiosity Club provides a new theme every month designed to challenge and grow children's imaginations. Designed for ages 5-11.

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

Spring Gnomes

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Sequoyah Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Create a cute spring themed gnome. Registration required, limited to 15 participants. Please call 525-1541 to register.

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

LEGO CLUB for Kids and Teens

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Powell Branch meeting room at Powell Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary Age, Teens
LEGO Club:

Warm up those building fingers and come down for LEGO club, where you'll build alongside other kids who love LEGOs as much as you do! Your creativity + determination + bricks = LEG...

LEGO Club gives participants (children and teens) an opportunity to make interesting creations with Legos and have their designs displayed to the public at Powell Library.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Clay-leontology Hour

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Howard Pinkston Branch meeting room at Howard Pinkston Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Children, Elementary Age, Teens

Use clay to make your own dinosaur skeleton. Ages 6+.

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

Norwood Cross-Stitch Guild

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norwood Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

This program is for intermediate and advanced stitchers to work together on larger on-going projects. Participants are encouraged to bring their own work. We encourage you to register by calling the branch.

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

Middle School Crafternoon- Pressed Flower Jar Bookmarks

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Burlington Branch meeting room at Burlington Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Middle School Crafternoon-where tweens craft, chat, and chill. Refreshments will be served.

This month, we will be making Pressed Flower Jar Bookmarks!

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Friends of the Library - Used Book Sale

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
Powell Branch meeting room at Powell Branch Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary Age, Teens, Adults

Our used book sales take place at branch libraries throughout the year.

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

Beginner Spanish

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Cedar Bluff meeting room at Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Lecture & Discussion
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn basic Spanish through fun, interactive lessons at the library. Perfect for beginners (ages 12 and up)—no prior experience needed. Build vocabulary, conversation skills, and cultural understanding.

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

Next Level Spanish

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Cedar Bluff meeting room at Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Lecture & Discussion
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn basic Spanish through fun, interactive lessons at the library. Build vocabulary, conversation skills, and cultural understanding.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Family Game Night

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Powell Branch meeting room at Powell Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Children, Elementary Age, Teens, Adults

Come one, come all! Bring the whole family for an evening filled with games. We’ve got something for everyone including a selection of tabletop board games and card games. This event is perfect for players of all ages.

Registration Required