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*UPDATE* All library locations, including the East Tennessee History Center, will be closed through Monday, February 2 due to winter weather. Stay warm!

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Paper Art

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Burlington Branch meeting room at Burlington Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join our monthly paper craft class! Susan Bernard will demonstrate crafts like quilling, jewelry-making, book folding, and baskets. Ages 14+. All materials provided. Space limited.

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

DIY Dinosaur Planters (for Teens and Adults)

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norwood Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Make your home library prehistoric with this fun and nostalgic dinosaur-themed craft. We will provide materials and instruction. Space is limited, so please call the branch to reserve your spot.

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

The Chronicles of Yarnia!

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 12:30pm - 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 "Teens" group

Blackout Poetry Workshop

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Powell Branch meeting room at Powell Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Teens

We will introduce participants to a potentially new kind of poetry they can make! The library will provide basic supplies for community members to complete this simple creative writing and craft project.

Library closed for Presidents' 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 for Presidents' Day.

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

Toddler Storytime

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 10:45am
Karns Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Babies and Toddlers
Toddler Storytime:

Toddler storytime is an engaging program designed for ages 2 to 3. Short, age-appropriate stories are typically accompanied by lively rhymes, music, and movement to capture little ...

This event is in the "Children" group

Crafternoons

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Cedar Bluff meeting room at Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Children

Crafternoons is an arts and crafts program for children.  Crafts can be done onsite or taken home.  This program is a safe place for kids to gather, work on social and motor skills and just have fun.

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

Middle School Crafternoon-Kindness Rocks!

Friday, February 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 event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Secret Storage Book Boxes

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Karns Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Create a book with secret storage from recycled materials and paper. 

Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Tea Time & Table Games

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bearden Branch meeting room at Bearden Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Adults

Come have a cozy afternoon of tea and tabletop gaming. Bring your friends and make new friends. Games and refreshments provided by the library. 

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

Curiosity Club: Knoxville Museum of Art

Monday, February 23, 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

The Paper Workshop

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cedar Bluff meeting room at Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Bring your paper crafts and play! This relaxed monthly meetup offers table space, tools, and good company—no lessons, just time to cut, glue, fold, and make. Feel free to bring a snack and drink to enjoy while you craft.  Age 14 and up.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Crafty Creations: Button Art

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Halls Branch meeting room at Halls Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Adults

Library will provide tools, materials, and instructions for people to create a work of art using buttons on canvas.

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

Brush Hour: The No Skills Required Art Class

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Karns Branch meeting room at Karns Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft, Lecture & Discussion, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us for Brush Hour, the no skills required art class for teens and adults. Thirteen and under must receive instructor permission. Please call the branch for any questions.

 

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

Toddler Storytime

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 10:30am - 10:45am
Karns Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Babies and Toddlers
Toddler Storytime:

Toddler storytime is an engaging program designed for ages 2 to 3. Short, age-appropriate stories are typically accompanied by lively rhymes, music, and movement to capture little ...

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

Makerspace Book Club: Spy School

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Karns Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft, Books & Authors
Age Group:
Children, Elementary Age

Enjoy an opportunity to discuss a popular book series with a STEAM activity included.

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

LEGO Club

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Halls Branch meeting room at Halls Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Children, Elementary Age
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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age" group

Creation Station

Monday, March 2, 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

(K-8) A low-tech makerspace where children can explore creativity and engage in making projects that will foster innovation, encourage experimentation, and empower a new generation of makers.


 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Lap Craft Club

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Farragut Branch meeting room at Farragut Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a night of casual crafting and conversation. Bring any craft you can make in your lap. Books will be displayed and snacks will be served. 

Adult program.

This event is in the "Adults" group

You CAN Craft: Easy Crafts for Adults

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norwood Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Adults

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. *PLEASE CALL THE BRANCH TO REGISTER*

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

Mega Bloks Club

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Karns Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool

Enjoy a LEGO club meant for smaller hands. Mega Bloks creations must remain at the library.

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

Toddler Storytime

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 10:30am - 10:45am
Karns Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Babies and Toddlers
Toddler Storytime:

Toddler storytime is an engaging program designed for ages 2 to 3. Short, age-appropriate stories are typically accompanied by lively rhymes, music, and movement to capture little ...