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Summer Reading Grand Finale Foam Party & Field Day
2026-07-15 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | MGL, 521 Dr. Martin Luther King Blvd, Murfreesboro, TN, 37130, United States
Linebaugh and MGL branches are teaming up to offer one epic Foam Party & Field Day for the city of Murfreesboro! Celebrate the end of the Unearth a Story summer reading program at Patterson Park with a Foam Party, community vendors, the Bookmobile, and access to the brand new splash pad and playground! The fun starts at 9 am inside the Myrtle Glanton Lord branch, where you can pick up your summer reading completion prizes. At 10 am, we’ll move outdoors for the foam party! Patrons wishing for a quieter time can remain on the MGL patio with sidewalk chalk and bubbles.

Books & Brews book club
2026-07-15 17:30 - 19:00 | TN
This book club meets off-site at local venues to share in the joy of reading!
This month’s title: TO BE ANNOUNCED
Meeting at: TO BE ANNOUNCED

Writing Workshop at Smyrna
2026-07-15 17:30 - 19:30 | Smyrna Public Library, 400 Enon Springs Rd W, Smyrna, TN, 37167, United States
The Smyrna Library’s Writing Workshop is a monthly event where you can come to explore and hone your writing skills! We explore different techniques and styles each session, as well as have structured time to workshop pieces you’ve been working on.
This is a great opportunity for both new and seasoned writers alike to work together to create polished pieces and bring ideas to life!
To sign up or to ask questions, please email wmacready@rclstn.org

Movie Nights at Linebaugh
2026-07-15 17:30 - 19:30 | Linebaugh Public Library, 105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro, TN, 37130, United States
Get ready for a night of action packed fun at Linebaugh Library with our special showing of Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981), rated PG. ALL attendees under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by an adult AT ALL TIMES. Thank you.

Chair Yoga at Smyrna Library
2026-07-17 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-24 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-31 13:00 - 14:00 | Smyrna Public Library, 400 Enon Springs Rd W, Smyrna, TN, 37167, United States
Chair Yoga is an exercise and stretch class designed to be done with the support of a chair. It’s an ideal exercise for those who don’t want to get on the floor or who can benefit from a chair to support their balance. It’s typically practiced by older adults or people recovering from injuries. Try it out for free at Smyrna Public Library!

Dining with Diabetes at Smyrna
2026-07-17 14:30 - 15:30, 2026-07-24 14:30 - 15:30, 2026-07-31 14:30 - 15:30 | Smyrna Public Library, 400 Enon Springs Rd W, Smyrna, TN, 37167, United States
Smyrna Public Library will be hosting a Dining with Diabetes class Fridays July 17, 24, 31 at 2:30-3:30pm. In this 3-week series, learn how to:
– Plan healthy meals and make nutritious food choices.
– Modify recipes to reduce refined carbohydrates, sodium, and saturated fats.
– Reduce the amount of added sugar.
And more! Including a food demonstration each week. No registration required.
Contact Brittany Satinover for more info (bsatinov@tnstate.edu, 615-898-7710)
July 17: Sautéed Carrots with Nutmeg and Butter
July 24: Easy Chili
July 31: Colorful Apple Salad Dessert
Programs in agriculture and natural resources, 4-H youth development, family and consumer sciences, and resource development. University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture and county governments cooperating. UT Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment.

Master Gardeners at Smyrna
2026-07-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Smyrna Public Library, 400 Enon Springs Rd W, Smyrna, TN, 37167, United States
Open event for anyone interested in gardening to learn more or get involved with the Rutherford County Master Gardener program, a UTK Extension initiative. This month’s theme is Challenges to Middle Tennessee Gardening.

3D Print Orientation at Smyrna Public Library
2026-07-18 11:00 - 12:30 | Smyrna Public Library, 400 Enon Springs Rd W, Smyrna, TN, 37167, United States
Join us for an introductory 3D print orientation at the Smyrna Public Library.

TINKERCAD 101 (Design Your Own 3D Printable at Smyrna)
2026-07-18 12:30 - 13:30 | Smyrna Public Library, 400 Enon Springs Rd W, Smyrna, TN, 37167, United States
Come learn how to design your own 3D printables at Smyrna Public Library on the third Saturday of the month from 12:30 to 1:30 PM.
This is not a 3D Printer Class or Orientation, but a great way to better understand Tinkercad before (or after) you take the orientation!
Tinkercad is a free browser based Computer Aided Design program. You can design and share your own printables and 3d models.
We will learn the basics of this program and use those skills to make a keychain that we will print here at the library for you to keep!
This event is for ages 8 and up.
Any library patron under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a minor.
Registration required.

Glowforge Orientation
2026-07-18 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-25 13:00 - 14:00 | Technology Engagement Center, 306 Minerva Drive, Murfreesboro, TN, 37130, United States
Join us at the TEC every Saturday for our Glowforge orientation. This orientation is required for using the Glowforge at the TEC.
Please e-mail info-tec@rclstn.org to sign up for this orientation.
NOTE: Orientation dates are first come, first served. You may request a specific date, but this page is not updated to reflect which classes have been filled. Class sizes are small and recommended for ages 13 and up.

All children 12 and under must stay with a parent or guardian at all times. All individuals taking the orientation must have their own RCLS library card (no card sharing).

Dungeons & Dragons@Linebaugh
2026-07-18 13:00 - 16:30 | TN
Join us on the 3rd Saturday of each month for Dungeons & Dragons with Henry! Game time is 1 p.m. on the 2nd floor of Linebaugh Library at 105 W. Vine Street in Murfreesboro. Space is limited so please register at hrfaust@comcast.net. Pencils, paper, and dice will be provided. All you need to bring is your imagination!
Oct 18: 2nd floor Meeting Room @1 p.m.
Nov 15: 2nd floor Meeting Room @ 1 p.m.
Dec 20: 2nd floor Conference Room @ 1 p.m.
Jan 17: 2nd floor Meeting Room @ 1 p.m.
Feb 21: 2nd floor Meeting Room @ 1 p.m.
Mar 21: 2nd floor Meeting Room @ 1 p.m.

3D Print Orientation at the TEC
2026-07-18 14:30 - 15:30 | Technology Engagement Center, 306 Minerva Drive, Murfreesboro, TN, 37130, United States
Come learn how to use the 3D printers at the TEC! This orientation is required for the use of the 3D printers at the TEC.
This event is free and open to the public. Ages 12+.

Adult Mindfulness at Smyrna Public Library
2026-07-18 15:30 - 16:30 | Smyrna Public Library, 400 Enon Springs Rd W, Smyrna, TN, 37167, United States
Join us for our Adult Mindfulness Club at Smyrna Public Library.
This event is to promote wellness, mindfulness, and mental growth in adults 18 and up.

Flower Dye Bandanas at the TEC
2026-07-19 15:00 - 17:00 | Technology Engagement Center, 306 Minerva Drive, Murfreesboro, TN, 37130, United States
Come learn how to dye with flowers!
This event is $15 per person and open to anyone ages 5 and up. Registration is required.
This class will explore briefly how to grow dye plants, quick and simple folding patterns, then we will dye our own cotton bandanas with flowers from our gardens! We will have a selection of flowers we have grown to dye with, but if you have any flowers you would like to try to dye with, you’re welcome to bring them!
Each participant will take home their own floral dyed cotton bandana!
Sign up here

Tech Coach 1-on-1
2026-07-20 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-27 13:00 - 15:00 | TN
Do you or someone you know need help with technology questions or using the Library’s digital resources? The TEC can help with one-on-one assistance during a TECH Coaching session. Coaches can help patrons explore technology and increase their digital literacy.
Please:

Bring your device
Remember to bring your log-in/password information
And do remember that NO device repair is offered through RCLS

Computer Basics
2026-07-21 14:00 - 15:30, 2026-07-28 14:00 - 15:30 | Technology Engagement Center, 306 Minerva Drive, Murfreesboro, TN, 37130, United States
Free computer classes @ the TEC! Come learn basic computer skills, Windows 10, Google Docs, Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint and more with self-paced modules and guided instruction.
This class, which is taught by Workforce Essentials, is for Adults.
For more information contact: mamaro@workforceessentials.com

Growing Roots Gardening & History at Smyrna
2026-07-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Smyrna Public Library, 400 Enon Springs Rd W, Smyrna, TN, 37167, United States
Join us at Smyrna Library for our new program Growing Roots on June 16th & July 21 from 5-7 PM. The “Growing Roots” project aims to empower all members of the Rutherford County community, with a specific focus on new residents, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, families, seniors, and garden-lovers of all ages, to reconnect with the county’s history and build a stronger sense of belonging. This event is free and open to the public; no registration required.

Novel Nerds at Smyrna Library
2026-07-25 12:00 - 13:30 | Smyrna Public Library, 400 Enon Springs Rd W, Smyrna, TN, 37167, United States
Do you consider yourself an avid reader? Do you read across multiple genres? Do you love the library? If you answered yes to any or all of these three questions. You may be a Novel Nerd!
We meet monthly at 12 pm in the Smyrna Conference Room, and we also offer a virtual option on the Fable app. If you cannot attend in person, please email smyref@rclstn.org for details.
Schedule
January 24, 2026 – Read a Book That Was Gifted to You At Christmas
February 28, 2026- Vera Wong Guide to Snooping on a Dead Man by Jesse Susanto
March 28, 2026- Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir
April 25, 2026- The Unmaking of June Farrow by Adrienne Young
May 9th, 2026- The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah
June 27, 2026- Read any book by Agatha Christie
Jul 25, 2026- Tress of the Emerald Sea by Brandon Sanderson
August 22, 2026- The Magic of the Lemon Drop Pie by Rachel Linden
September 26, 2026- The Stolen Queen by Fiona Davis
October 24, 2026- The Correspondent by Virginia Evnas
November 14, 2026- Braiding Sweeetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants by Robin Wall Kimmerer
December 12, 2026- Holiday Party and Voting on 2027 Titles
Happy Reading! We look forward to meeting you all.

Hooked on Yarn at Smyrna Public Library
2026-07-27 16:00 - 17:00 | Smyrna Public Library, 400 Enon Springs Rd W, Smyrna, TN, 37167, United States
This will be a space for any fiber crafter- crochet, knitting, embroidery, etc.- to work on projects and talk with other artists at Smyrna Public Library.
Supplies will be provided, but you can also bring your own supplies.
This event meets every 4th Monday in the Conference Room from 4p-5p at the Smyrna Public Library.

SciFri Book Club at the TEC
2026-07-31 17:30 - 18:30 | TN
Join us as we read Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly
The SciFri Book club reads popular science and science fiction. We follow the book recommendations from the SciFri Book Club from Science Friday. We meet the last Friday of the month at 5:30 pm at the Technology Engagement Center.

Saturdays in the Garden with Master Gardeners of Rutherford County
2026-08-01 10:00 - 11:00 | Linebaugh Public Library, 105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro, TN, 37130, United States
Join us for a new season of Master Gardener events at Linebaugh Public Library. Saturdays in the Garden will take place the first Saturday of each month in the 2nd-floor conference room at 10:00 am.

Walking Through History (An America 250 Event at Smyrna Public Library)
2026-08-01 10:00 - 15:00 | TN
Join us at the Smyrna Public Library for an historic celebration of our country’s birthday and the rich history of Tennessee! We will transform our storybook walk into a timeline highlighting pivotal moments in American, Tennessee, Rutherford Co & Smyrna’s history. We will have presentations, demonstrations, educational exhibits, info booths, Activities for all ages, historical reenactments, military vehicles, vendors, food trucks & live music!
This project is funded under an agreement with the State of Tennessee administered by the Tennessee Commission for the United States Semi-quincentennial.

If your organization is interested in participating/partnering in this event click the link to our partner form or email SMYRNA250@RCLSTN.ORG
