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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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Birding For Book Lovers

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Karns Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft, Lecture & Discussion, Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary Age, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Interested in birds? Love books? This event is for you. All ages welcome as we discuss birds of East Tennessee.

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

Downtown Walking Tour: Anne Armstrong's 1890's Knoxville

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Lawson McGhee Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy, Lecture & Discussion
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Anne Armstrong’s 1890’s Knoxville: In her recently released memoir, Of Time and Knoxville, Armstrong remembers the 1890’s Knoxville of her youth, a city that en

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

Bigfoot in East Tennessee

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Cedar Bluff meeting room at Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Lecture & Discussion
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

The East Tennessee Bigfoot Society will discuss their experiences investigating Bigfoot in East Tennessee and explore the phenomenon of infrasound in possible encounters.  All

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

American Sign Language @ the Library

Monday, June 17, 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.

Evening Reads

Monday, June 17, 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:

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 "Elementary Age" group.

Introduction to the Brass Instrument Families pt. 2

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cedar Bluff meeting room at Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Lecture & Discussion
Age Group:
Children, Elementary Age
Event Details:

Come learn about individual instruments in each family through instructor demonstrations and discussions, while engaging in hands-on activities like playing and building instrument

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pop Culture Book Club

Tuesday, June 18, 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

Emancipation Day (Juneteenth 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 for Emancipation Day.

Closing
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.

Furoshiki: The art of Japanese cloth folding

Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Cedar Bluff meeting room at Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft, Lecture & Discussion, Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Elementary Age, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Members of the Asian Culture Center of Tennessee and the Japan Outreach Initiative will present a class on the Japanese art of cloth folding known as "Furoshiki." 

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

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

Introduction to the Woodwind Instrument Families pt. 1

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cedar Bluff meeting room at Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Lecture & Discussion
Age Group:
Children, Elementary Age
Event Details:

Come learn about individual instruments in each family through instructor demonstrations and discussions, while engaging in hands-on activities like playing and building instrument

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 "Elementary Age" group.

Water Safety

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cedar Bluff meeting room at Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Lecture & Discussion
Age Group:
Children, Elementary Age
Event Details:

The Knox County Rescue Squad will join us to review and teach water safety techniques for children and families.

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!

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

Introduction to the Woodwind Instrument Families pt. 2

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cedar Bluff meeting room at Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Lecture & Discussion
Age Group:
Children, Elementary Age
Event Details:

Students will learn about individual instruments in each family through instructor demonstrations and discussions, while engaging in hands-on activities like playing and building i

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

Introduction to the String Instrument Families pt. 1

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cedar Bluff meeting room at Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Lecture & Discussion
Age Group:
Children, Elementary Age
Event Details:

Students will learn about individual instruments in each family through instructor demonstrations and discussions, while engaging in hands-on activities like playing and building i

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Halls Teen Book Club

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Halls Branch meeting room at Halls Branch Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Lecture & Discussion
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

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.

Search and Rescue

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cedar Bluff meeting room at Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Lecture & Discussion
Age Group:
Children, Elementary Age
Event Details:

Knox County Rescue Squad will join us to discuss their different types of Search and Rescue activities as well as how to stay safe while exploring.

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.

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

Introduction to the String Instrument Families pt. 2

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cedar Bluff meeting room at Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Lecture & Discussion
Age Group:
Children, Elementary Age
Event Details:

Students will learn about individual instruments in each family through instructor demonstrations and discussions, while engaging in hands-on activities like playing and building i

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