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Dino Days: The Story Begins

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bearden Branch meeting room at Bearden Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Children, Elementary Age

Kids are invited to Bearden's kick-off to our new program series, Dino Days. Each month we will have a different dino theme. February is "The Story Begins!" Come ready to create and excavate!  

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

Pajamarama

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Powell Branch meeting room at Powell Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Preschool, Elementary Age
Family Pajama Storytime:

Put on your PJs but don't get under the covers yet! In these special storytimes, the whole family—including your favorite stuffed animal friend—can join us at the library for a fun...

For children ages 3-8 and their families.

A light snack and juice will be provided.

This event is in the "Adults" group

The Silver Screen-South Pacific

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Burlington Branch meeting room at Burlington Branch Library
Program Type:
Movie & Performance
Age Group:
Adults

Join us on the first Friday of the month at 10am for a classic movie from the Silver Screen!

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

Preschool Storytime

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Fountain City Branch meeting room at Fountain City Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Preschool
Preschool Storytime:

Preschool storytimes are designed for ages 3 to 5 and feature stories and other activities specifically designed to develop early literacy skills.Children must be accompanied by a ...

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group

Baby Bookworms

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Halls Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Babies and Toddlers
Baby Bookworms:

Baby Bookworms is a program designed for infants to age 2. Littles and their grownups can sing, clap, and bounce together in these lapsit programs. Don't worry—babies are not expec...

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group

Baby Bookworms

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Bearden Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Babies and Toddlers
Baby Bookworms:

Baby Bookworms is a program designed for infants to age 2. Littles and their grownups can sing, clap, and bounce together in these lapsit programs. Don't worry—babies are not expec...

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

Preschool Storytime

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Powell Branch meeting room at Powell Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Preschool
Preschool Storytime:

Preschool storytimes are designed for ages 3 to 5 and feature stories and other activities specifically designed to develop early literacy skills.Children must be accompanied by a ...

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

Once Upon A Story Time

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Farragut Branch meeting room at Farragut Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Preschool

Join us for stories, songs, a craft and a snack!

Ages 3-5

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group

Baby Bookworms

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fountain City Branch meeting room at Fountain City Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Babies and Toddlers
Baby Bookworms:

Baby Bookworms is a program designed for infants to age 2. Littles and their grownups can sing, clap, and bounce together in these lapsit programs. Don't worry—babies are not expec...

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

Crafternoon

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Halls Branch meeting room at Halls Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Children, Preschool, Elementary Age

Come make a craft chosen by library staff.

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

Stomp, Roar, Dinosaur! *Rescheduled

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Activity & Craft, Exhibition, Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary Age, Teens

Please note: This event has been rescheduled due to inclement weather and will not take place on Saturday, January 24.

Calling all dino enthusiasts! Examine fossils, exhibits, and d

Offsite Event
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Friends of the Library Used Book Sale

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
Fountain City Branch Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Children, Babies and Toddlers, Teens, Adults

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

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

Cedar Bluff Builders Club

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Cedar Bluff meeting room at Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Go beyond LEGO and learn to build with different materials. 

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

Saturday Stories & Songs: Jodie Manross

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Karns Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary Age
Saturday Stories & Songs:

Saturday Stories & Songs is a library program for families highlighting a variety of talented storytellers, musicians, and performers. The program is held at a different l...

This week’s program features Jodie Manross.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Workshop: Genealogy and Maps

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
East Tennessee History Center
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults

Participants will learn about various maps to use when researching their families.

Registration Required

Sew and Share

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Fountain City Branch meeting room at Fountain City Branch Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Bring your machines and set up to sew on large tables, sharing your tips and ideas with other enthusiasts. All skill levels are welcome.

Fountain City Branch Library
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

LEGO Club

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Karns Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft, Special Event
Age Group:
Children, 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...

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, February 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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 "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
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Valentines for the Community

All Day
Norwood Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary Age, Teens, Adults

Stop by and make a Valentine to be shared with the community on Valentine's Day. Let's spread love in the Norwood Community!

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

Preschool Storytime

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Farragut Branch meeting room at Farragut Branch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Preschool

Preschool storytimes are designed for ages 3 to 5 and feature stories and other activities specifically designed to develop early literacy skills.

Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

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

Beginner Spanish

Monday, February 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, February 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

LEGO Club

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Burlington Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Children
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...

Grades K-5 welcome! Registration encouraged.

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

Dino-mite Fun! Sticker crafts

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Sequoyah Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Children, Elementary Age

Join us for fun dinosaur themed sticker crafts. Registration recommended. Please call 525-1541 to register.