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Free SAT Prep Workshops - Brainfuse

SAT Workshop (online in Zoom) - Writing: Punctuation

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online

Event Details:

Brainfuse and KCPL are offering a free online SAT workshop series. This 11-course workshop series consists of live sessions that guide students through every section of the SA...

Stomp, Roar, Dinosaur! New Date: February 6 | Friday, 4-8 PM | Bridgewater Place

Stomp, Roar, Dinosaur! *Rescheduled

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site

Event Details:

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...

The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy by Megan Bannen

All Over the Page - The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lawson McGhee Library meeting room at Lawson McGhee Library

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 Undertaking of Hart and Mercy by Megan Bannen. The discussion will be led by Molly Moore. Hart is a marshal, tasked with patrolling the st...

Citizen Ashe

Daytime Docs - Citizen Ashe

Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Lawson McGhee Library meeting room at Lawson McGhee Library

Event Details:

Daytime Docs is a monthly film series featuring documentaries that bring awareness to diverse perspectives and life experiences through the power of visual storytelling. ...

Once Upon a Time in Dollywood by Ashley Jordan

Pop Culture Book Club

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bearden Branch meeting room at Bearden Branch Library

Event Details:

What's hot in the world of books? Look to us for the answer. We invite you to come discuss the latest book trends. Each month we will lead a discussion of a popular fiction title. ...

top view of books forming a star

Meet the Award Winners!

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Powell Branch meeting room at Powell Branch Library

Event Details:

Interested in learning more about book awards such as the Caldecott and Geisel winners? We will highlight several examples to introduce, including books nominated for the 2025/26 (...

Octavia Webb

The Local Chapter: Octavia Webb

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Burlington Branch Library

Event Details:

Whether you're discovering a new favorite author or deepening your connection to Tennessee’s literary landscape, The Local Chapter is your place to turn the page together...

James by Percival Everett

The 2:00 Book Club

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Powell Branch meeting room at Powell Branch Library

Event Details:

Join other book enthusiasts on Monday afternoon to meet and discuss the book selected as this month's read. This month we are planning to discuss the novel James, by Percival ...

Alice Gerrard

Celebration of Women in Old-Time Music: An Evening with Alice Gerrard

Friday, March 6, 2026 at 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Off Site

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Documentary and concertWe are honored to welcome Alice Gerrard for A Celebration of Women in Old-Time Music. As the centerpiece of the weekend event, we’ll screen the acclaimed doc...

Sarah Pirkle

Sarah Pirkle Plays Old-Time for Young Folks

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
East Tennessee History Center

Event Details:

Join Sarah Pirkle, host of WDVX Kidstuff Live, as she performs old-time music for young folks. This event is part of A Celebration of Women in Old-Time Music brought to you wi...

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Old-Time Music Videos from the TAMIS Vaults

1:00pm–1:45pm
Children, Teens, Adults
East Tennessee History Center

Kelle Jolly

9:00pm–10:00pm
Teens, Adults
Off Site
Offsite Event

Sunday at the Laurel

1:00pm–5:00pm
Teens, Adults
Off Site
Offsite Event

The Silver Screen

10:00am–1:00pm
Adults
Burlington Branch Library

The Silver Screen

10:00am–1:00pm
Adults
Burlington Branch Library