Smyrna Winter Reading Program: Reading is SNOW Much Fun!
2026-01-25 - 2026-03-14 | Smyrna Public Library, 400 Enon Springs Rd W, Smyrna, TN, 37167, United States
This year, Reading is SNOW much fun with the Walter King Hoover Winter Reading Challenge! This program is designed to encourage life-long reading habits. Registration for the Reading Program goes live on 1/25/2026, and you can begin submitting your reviews from February 1 to March 14.

All participants who submit 6 reviews will receive a Winter Reading Completion Prize, as well as 1 Grand Prize entry. For 1 additional entry into the Grand Prize drawing, read an additional 5 titles. The Grand Prize Reader will receive a gift card awarded by the Friends of Smyrna Library in addition to the entries into the grand prize drawing. There are also prizes for the Silver & Bronze Readers. Read six books in six consecutive weeks, and log your reading progress. Each book is worth 100 points; when you earn 600 points, you’ll receive a completion certificate you can print and share! Participants can register through ReadSquared by selecting the Program Title or emailing smyrnareadingprogram@rclstn.org. You can also pick up a review worksheet at the library and turn in your 6 hand-written reviews by 3/14/2026.

Harry Nelson Adult Winter Reading Program
2026-02-01 00:00 - 2026-03-14 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Linebaugh Public Library, 105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro, TN, 37130, United States
Resolve to read this winter! We challenge you to read and review 6 books in 6 weeks, from February 1st – March 14th. There will be drawings and prizes! Read what you like. All you need to participate is a library card. Reviews can be as long or as short as you please. Registration begins at Linebaugh Public Library the week of January 25th and continues for the whole of the program. Ask about it at the circulation desk or email harrynelsonwrp@rclstn.org.

MGL Winter Reading Bingo!
2026-02-02 - 2026-03-14 | MGL, 521 Dr. Martin Luther King Blvd, Murfreesboro, TN, 37130, United States
Have you heard? MGL Library has Winter Reading Bingo! From February 2nd through March 14th, you can complete 6 unique, fun reading challenges by reading 6 different books. Challenges like… “Read a book with a blue cover”, “Read a book with a friend”, “Read a book set in space”, and so many more! Over the course of 6 weeks, complete your reading challenges by March 14th and turn in your Bingo board at MGL to claim your prize! This reading challenge is meant to encourage literacy and life-long reading habits. By reading 30 minutes a day, every day, you are setting yourself up for success!

You can pick up a Bingo board at MGL starting Monday, January 26th!
Participants who complete any 6 reading challenges from their board will receive a Winter Reading Completion Prize and one Grand Prize entry.
Bring your completed Bingo Board back to MGL Library claim your prize!
For additional Grand Prize drawing entries, complete additional reading challenges from your Bingo board! One prize entry per challenge.

Bingo Boards must be picked up and returned at MGL Library inside Patterson Park Community Center.

All-Ages Storytime at Linebaugh
2026-02-04 10:00 - 10:45 | Linebaugh Public Library, 105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro, TN, 37130, United States
This year’s All-Ages Storytime theme is “A is for All!” with a focus on Fry’s sight words list. Every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10 am we’ll have storytimes full of engaging stories, silly songs, a puppet show, and a craft!

All Ages Story Time at Smyrna Library
2026-02-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Smyrna Public Library, 400 Enon Springs Rd W, Smyrna, TN, 37167, United States
Join us at Smyrna Public Library for All Ages Story Time where we will read stories, sing songs, and play fun games to enhance early literacy. *Programs close 10 minutes after start time.

Intermediate Canva @ Linebaugh Public Library
2026-02-04 10:00 - 11:00
Level up your creativity at the library with our free Intermediate Canva Class! This class is intended to build on the skills you already learned from our Basic Canva class.

STEAM Lab at MGL Library
2026-02-04 15:00 - 15:25 | MGL, 521 Dr. Martin Luther King Blvd, Murfreesboro, TN, 37130, United States
Enjoy hands on activities to engage your curiosity and creativity that spans science, technology, engineering, art, and math! All ages are welcome.

Preteen D&D at Smyrna (Full)
2026-02-04 15:30 - 17:00
Join us for our Preteen Dungeons and Dragons Pirate Campaign.
Help build confidence, critical thinking, problem solving, teamwork, and conflict resolution skills.
Register on our website to join our waitlist!

Young Artists of Linebaugh Library (YALL Club) -- Tween Art Club
2026-02-04 16:00 - 17:00 | Linebaugh Public Library, 105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro, TN, 37130, United States
Kids aged 8-12 can join us on the 1st Wednesday of every month from 4-5pm in the 1st floor club room at Linebaugh Library to learn a new art or crafting technique! Supplies & space are limited; register online here. Contact Taylor at tdavis@rclstn.org for more information.
February: Franken-tines! Mix-and-Match Collage Art

Murfreesboro Writer's Group
2026-02-04 18:00 - 19:00 | Linebaugh Public Library, 105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro, TN, 37130, United States
The Murfreesboro Writers Group is a group of local writers who seek to improve their work through mutual critique. The group meets every Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. in the 2nd floor Meeting Room at Linebaugh Library. Anyone interested in writing is welcome to visit to see if you’d like to join the group. You might hear science fiction, poetry, alternate reality, memoir, fantasy, mystery, literary fiction, or more.

Baby Time at Smyrna Public Library
2026-02-05 10:00 | Smyrna Public Library, 400 Enon Springs Rd W, Smyrna, TN, 37167, United States
Join us for Baby Time at Smyrna Public Library on Thursdays at 10:00 am. Baby Time is a story time adventure designed for caregivers and babies aged 0-24 months. Snuggle up for a gentle story, interactive rhymes, singing and sensory play in a supportive environment that fosters early literacy and bonding. Programs close 10 minutes after start time.

Itty Bitty Storytime
2026-02-05 10:00 - 10:30 | Linebaugh Public Library, 105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro, TN, 37130, United States
Thursday Itty Bitty Storytimes are for our littlest patrons (aged 0-23 months) and feature fingerplays, lap bounces, and board book stories in a shorter format. We keep the same songs and fingerplays for a month at a time, so you can learn them and use them at home with your family!

Afternoon Book Group
2026-02-05 13:00 - 14:00 | Linebaugh Public Library, 105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro, TN, 37130, United States
The Afternoon Book Group meets on the 1st Thursday of each month at 1 p.m. The Afternoon Book Club reads a mixture of light and serious novels and nonfiction and enjoys outings several times a year.
Click here to see the schedule for their monthly reads.
This group meets in the Linebaugh Conference Room on the 2nd floor.

Tales to Tails at Smyrna Library - Bella
2026-02-05 15:00 - 16:30
Join us for Tales to Tails a heartwarming library program at Smyrna Public Library designed to combine the joy of reading with the therapeutic benefits of spending time with dogs. In this paw-some program, participants are invited to come to the library to read aloud to our friendly therapy dogs in a relaxed and supportive environment. Ten minute slots are available on Thursdays starting at 3:00 p.m. Call 615-459-4884 or email smyrnays@rclstn.org to reserve your spot.

Tinker TEC
2026-02-05 15:30 - 16:30 | Technology Engagement Center, 306 Minerva Drive, Murfreesboro, TN, 37130, United States
Discover the exciting world of science and discovery at our STEAM program for kids ages 5-8! Join us at the library for fun-filled sessions where we explore fascinating nonfiction picture books and bring science to life with hands-on experiments. Perfect for curious minds, our program sparks creativity, critical thinking, and a love for learning through engaging stories and exciting activities. Come ignite your child’s curiosity and make learning an adventure—no registration needed, just bring your enthusiasm!
This event is free and open to the public.

Girls Who Code Club
2026-02-05 16:00 - 16:45 | Linebaugh Public Library, 105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro, TN, 37130, United States
Girls Who Code club is for 3rd – 5th graders interested in coding, technology, and design. Offered every Thursday 4-4:45 pm at Linebaugh Public Library, we’ll learn about the basics of computer logic, pioneers in tech fields, and how AI works.
Girls Who Code:

is FREE
does not require a device
does not require any prior coding knowledge
is not only for girls!

Teen D&D at Smyrna Library
2026-02-05 16:00 - 18:00
Join us for Teen Dungeons & Dragons!
Recommended Age is 13-17
We are playing 5th edition game in a classic fantasy setting. Help save the realm from a group of insidious tyrants!
This is an ongoing campaign but new players may join the group.
Character sheets and dice are provided upon request. We meet every first and third Thursday of the month from 4pm-6pm.
The session is currently at capacity but we may have slots open up or begin a second table. Please email TLOVE@RCLSTN.ORG to be added to the waitlist!

Pajama Story Time at Smyrna Library
2026-02-05 18:15 - 18:45 | Smyrna Public Library, 400 Enon Springs Rd W, Smyrna, TN, 37167, United States
Bring your stuffed animal friends and wear your cozy pajamas to this delightful evening story time. We’ll read books, sing songs and maybe learn something along the way. All ages welcome; geared towards pre-schoolers-1st grade.

Storytime at MGL Library
2026-02-06 10:00 - 10:30 | MGL, 521 Dr. Martin Luther King Blvd, Murfreesboro, TN, 37130, United States
Join us for stories, songs, and a craft every Friday morning at 10 am in MGL’s STEAM Room! All ages are welcome.
MGL Library is located inside of Patterson Park Community Center.

Take Your Child to the Library (SNOW) Day at Smyrna
2026-02-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Smyrna Public Library, 400 Enon Springs Rd W, Smyrna, TN, 37167, United States
Join us for a Winter Reading Program celebration with a huge outdoor Snow Party! Come play in the snow, get some treats, and meet community resource partners like the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center and Starbucks. This event is to get you registered and reading for the Reading is Snow Much Fun! With the Walter King Hoover Memorial Winter Reading Program. This is an all-ages event; children 12 and under must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

One on One Tech Help @ Linebaugh Public Library
2026-02-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Linebaugh Public Library, 105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro, TN, 37130, United States
Need some help with your smart phone, laptop, or resume? Come to One on One Tech Help! First come, first served.

Blood Drive at Smyrna Library (Sponsored by the American Red Cross)
2026-02-06 11:00 - 15:00 | Smyrna Public Library, 400 Enon Springs Rd W, Smyrna, TN, 37167, United States
Join us at Smyrna Public Library for a Blood Drive organized by the American Red Cross from 11 AM to 3 PM on Friday February 6, 2026. To schedule an appointment, scan the QR code, log onto redcrossblood.org and enter the sponsor code: SmyrnaLibrary, or call 1-800-RED-CROSS.

ALL DONORS WILL RECEIVE A $20 eGIFT CARD BY EMAIL! GIFT CARD IS AWARDED BY RED CROSS AND NOT THE LIBRARY.

LEGO Jr. Club at the TEC
2026-02-06 15:00 - 17:00 | Technology Engagement Center, 306 Minerva Drive, Murfreesboro, TN, 37130, United States
Join us at the Technology Engagement Center for a fun-filled afternoon of creativity and construction! Our Lego Club offers a chance to build, play, and unleash your imagination. Every month, will bring an exciting new building challenge where you can showcase your skills. Don’t miss out on the fun—bring your friends and your best building ideas!
The LEGO Club at the TEC meets two times per month. The first Friday of the month is for builders 5-8 years old and the third Friday of the month is for builders 9+ years old. Each session meets at 3:00pm.
This program is free and open to the public.

Books and Brushes at MGL Library
2026-02-06 17:30 - 19:00 | MGL, 521 Dr. Martin Luther King Blvd, Murfreesboro, TN, 37130, United States
THIS IS A RESCHEDULED EVENT, originally scheduled for Friday, January 30th!
Join us for Books and Brushes at MGL Library! This month, we will be painting a Wintery Night landscape! We will meet Friday, February 6th at 5:30pm. This is an after-hours event!
Ages 16+. It is $2 to register (cash only), and registration is open now. Visit the library in-person to pay this small fee for a great night!

Bluey Day @ Linebaugh Public Library
2026-02-07 10:00 - 16:00 | Linebaugh Public Library, 105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro, TN, 37130, United States
We are celebrating Take Your Child to the Library Day at Linebaugh Public Library with BLUEY DAY! Join us for a day full of Bluey fun!
9:30 – 11:00 am: Check in at the Welcome table for a (FREE) ticket to meet with Bluey (along with a special new friend to meet!). The first 200 patrons also receive a Sticky Gecko!
10:00 am: Bluey Storytime and Costume Contest! The Costume Contest will be Bluey-style “Granny” costumes. Costumes are encouraged but not required. Voting will be decided by applause, with a prize awarded to the winner!
11:00 am – 2:00 pm: Bluey Meet & Greet/Photo Opportunity. Library staff will call patrons by the color ticket they received on check-in.
2:00 – 4:00 pm: Bluey-themed games & activities! Play a game of Keepy Uppy and Musical Statues, and make a Featherwand!
*Tickets to meet Bluey characters, craft supplies, and Bluey trinkets are available while supplies last!*
Patrons will only be able to see Bluey WITH a TICKET between 11AM-2PM on a first come, first served basis.

3D Print Orientation at Smyrna Public Library
2026-02-07 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. Class size is limited to 4 patrons per class, so please email smyrna3dprint@rclstn.org to secure your spot today!

Glowforge Orientation
2026-02-07 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).

Brian Seadorf - Author Event
2026-02-07 14:00 - 15:00 | Linebaugh Public Library, 105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro, TN, 37130, United States
Linebaugh Public Library is pleased to host local author Brian Seadorf for a book signing and reading on Saturday, February 7th, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. He will be signing copies of his book, Five Baptisms.

Movie Matinee at Smyrna
2026-02-07 14:00 - 16:00
Come join us at the Smyrna Library for a showing of 2025’s live action Lilo & Stitch!
A lonely Hawaiian girl befriends a runaway alien, helping to mend her fragmented family.
Bring your favorite movie snacks!
This film is rated PG for action, peril and thematic elements.

Adult Maker Club - February
2026-02-07 14:00 - 16:00 | Technology Engagement Center, 306 Minerva Drive, Murfreesboro, TN, 37130, United States
Get creative this February at the Technology Engagement Center! 💕
Join us for a fun, hands-on craft program just for adults where you’ll make your own Valentine’s Day–themed earrings. Whether you love hearts, sparkle, or something sweet and subtle, you’ll leave with a unique accessory to wear or gift.
Registration is required at the link below, and all materials are provided—just bring your creativity and enjoy a relaxing afternoon of crafting and connection. Spaces are limited, so sign up early!
