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American Sign Language @ the Library

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Cedar Bluff meeting room at Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Lecture & Discussion, Workshop, Help Session
Age Group:
Elementary Age, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Professional American Sign Language Interpreter, Monique Johnson, will present this class, the format will include a lesson, practice time, and then a game or activity that will fu...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Monday Night Book club

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Fountain City Branch meeting room at Fountain City Branch Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

We will be discussing James McBride's novel The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store, named a best book of the year by NPR, Washington Post, and The New Yorker.

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

Brush Hour

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Karns Branch meeting room at Karns Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft, Lecture & Discussion, Workshop, Help Session
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Brush Hour is a no skills necessary painting class for teens and adults. 

Required
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Friends of the Library Used Book Sale

Friday, June 28, 2024 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
Cedar Bluff meeting room at Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

The Friends of the Library used book sales take place at branch libraries throughout the year. These sales raise money for improvements at branches and for the ...

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

Friends of the Library Used Book Sale

Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
Cedar Bluff meeting room at Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

The Friends of the Library used book sales take place at branch libraries throughout the year. These sales raise money for improvements at branches and for the ...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cookbook Club

Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norwood Branch Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come and share favorite recipes with others! We will have a different theme each month. Please call the branch for more details.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

You CAN Craft: Easy Crafts for Adults

Monday, July 1, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norwood Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

So you think you aren't crafty? But you are! Crafting is proven to be good for depression, stress and connecting with other people, regardless of the finished product. The benefit ...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Farragut Lap Craft Club

Monday, July 1, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Farragut Branch meeting room at Farragut Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A night of casual crafting, any craft you can do in your lap. Books will be displayed and snacks will be provided.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Halls Literary Social Hour

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Halls Branch meeting room at Halls Branch Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Lecture & Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join the Halls Literary Social Hour to discuss books with your fellow patrons. No required reading, bring your fave or current read!

Library Closed for Independence Day

All Day
Bearden Branch Library, Burlington Branch Library, Carter Branch Library, Cedar Bluff Branch Library, Corryton Branch Library, East Tennessee History Center, Farragut Branch Library, Fountain City Branch Library, Halls Branch Library, Howard Pinkston Branch Library, Karns Branch Library, Lawson McGhee Library, Mascot Branch Library, Murphy Branch Library, North Knoxville Branch Library, Norwood Branch Library, Powell Branch Library, Sequoyah Branch Library, South Knoxville Branch Library, Off Site, Online

All library locations are closed in observance of Independence Day.

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

The Chronicles of Yarnia!

Saturday, July 6, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Cedar Bluff meeting room at Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

All Over the Page - The Martian

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lawson McGhee Library meeting room at Lawson McGhee Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
All Over the Page:

All Over the Page is a monthly evening book discussion group for adults, with a guest facilitator.

Event Details:

This month we will be discussing The Martian by Andy Weir. The discussion will be facilitated by Mik Burns. Six days ago, astronaut Mark Watney became one of the first...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mastering Medicare: Turning 65

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Workshop, Help Session
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Be knowledgeable and confident in your health coverage choices as you get closer to retirement. In this class, gain an in-depth knowledge of Medicare options including when to enro...

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

After-Hours Book Club: Movie Night

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Halls Branch meeting room at Halls Branch Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Lecture & Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Bring a book that was adapted into a movie or TV show. Or bring your most recent read!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Romantasy Book Club

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norwood Branch Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Torn between romance and fantasy? Why not celebrate both at this adult book club. Come discuss a monthly read of this popular new genre. For July, we will be discussing Emily Wi...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Scrabble and Snacks

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Farragut Branch meeting room at Farragut Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Score your way to a triple-word score with other word-lovers and enjoy a new snack mix at each meeting!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

On the Road with Ask a Librarian

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Burlington Branch Library
Program Type:
Workshop, Help Session
Age Group:
Adults
On the Road with Ask a Librarian:

On the Road is a one-on-one help session with Reference Librarians at new library locations each month! Ask our experts about any service, program, or collection. New to us...

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.

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
Howard Pinkston Branch meeting room at Howard Pinkston Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Elementary Age, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Friends of the Library used book sales take place at branch libraries throughout the year. These sales raise money for improvements at branches and other Friend...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Evening Reads

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bearden Branch Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Lecture & Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Evening Reads book club is perfect for busy adults trying to catch up on the best in literature and unable to attend daytime book discussions. Join us as we wind down our day and c...

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

Go Outdoors! Hiking

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Sequoyah Branch Library
Program Type:
Lecture & Discussion
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for this 3-part series led by a former wilderness ranger. Learn equipment basics, safety, and how to plan a positive, enjoyable outdoor adventure.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pop Culture Book Club

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bearden Branch meeting room at Bearden Branch Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Lecture & Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

What's hot in the world of books? Look to Jenna for the answer. Jenna invites you to come discuss the latest book trends. Each month she'll lead a discussion of a popular fiction t...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cedar Bluff Book Circle

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Cedar Bluff meeting room at Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A book club for people to discuss what they are reading and to make recommendations to fellow readers.

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

Crafternoons for Teens and Adults

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bearden Branch meeting room at Bearden Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

A fun relaxed, afternoon of crafting at the library. Participants are encouraged to bring their own crafts to work on. The library will also provide easy crafts for beginners needi...

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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Puzzle Hour

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Burlington Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Children, Preschool, Elementary Age, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Do you have what it takes to unscramble 9 square pieces without scrambling your brain? It sounds easy, but Scramble Squares can be hard to solve. Whether you are 3 or 103, we have ...

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