Tales to Tails at Smyrna Public Library

Smyrna Public Library 400 Enon Springs Rd W, Smyrna, TN, United States

Join us for 'Tales to Tails' at Smyrna Public Library, where children can sign up for a special opportunity to read to a therapy dog! Our furry friends are here to lend a listening ear as children practice their reading skills in a comfortable and non-judgmental environment. Whether it's a favorite story or a new adventure, these gentle and patient therapy dogs offer companionship and encouragement to young readers as they embark on their literary journey. Tales to Tails not only fosters a love of reading but also builds confidence and creates positive associations with books and reading. Come share a story and make a new furry friend at Tales to Tails. 10 minute slots are available on the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Thursdays from 3:00pm-4:30. Call 615-459-4884 or email smyrnays@rclstn.org to reserve your spot.

Girls Who Code Club at Linebaugh

Linebaugh Public Library 105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro, TN, United States

Linebaugh's Girls Who Code Club session is a summer mystery that runs from May through August for rising 3rd-5th graders (it's not just for girls)! Girls Who Code meets every Thursday 4-4:45 pm. No prior coding experience required!

HiSet (GED) Classes

Technology Engagement Center 306 Minerva Drive, Murfreesboro, TN, United States

Orientations are held every Thursday at 9:00 am & 4:00 pm at the Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT), 663 Ken Pilkerton Drive, Smyrna, TN 37167 Call 931-237-6443 for information.

Event Series MGL Books and Brushstrokes

MGL Books and Brushstrokes

MGL 521 Dr. Martin Luther King Blvd, Murfreesboro, TN, United States

Come take some time to relax and be creative with this simple step by step acrylic painting class for adults. $3 cash supply fee paid at registration in person at MGL Library in Patterson Park. Seating is limited, so it is first come first serve. Registration opens July 11th at 9 am. Both painting nights will have the same image as shown and be from 5-7 pm, July 25th and August 1st.

Comics & Graphic Novels Group

Linebaugh Public Library 105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro, TN, United States

Fans and novices alike are encouraged to check out the comics and graphic novel book club at Linebaugh. Comics and Graphic Novels focuses on all genres of these formats. We'll be revisiting classics as well as discussing more recent titles. We will meet the 4th Thursday of each month in the Linebaugh Club Room, unless otherwise noted.    

Event Series MGL Storytime

MGL Storytime

MGL 521 Dr. Martin Luther King Blvd, Murfreesboro, TN, United States

Join us for stories, songs, and a craft every Friday morning at 10 am in the S.T.E.A.M. Lab! All ages are welcome.

Free
Event Series Chair Yoga at Smyrna

Chair Yoga at Smyrna

Smyrna Public Library 400 Enon Springs Rd W, Smyrna, TN, 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!

MGL Cyanotype Family Program

MGL 521 Dr. Martin Luther King Blvd, Murfreesboro, TN, United States

Come learn about the history of Cyanotype printing and make a few prints of your own. We will be led by MGL’s own professional photographer Hope LaFever in a short presentation and demonstration before making your own prints. All ages are welcome! (This kind of printmaking is weather dependent, so if the sun is not cooperative, an alternate activity along with the presentation will be provided.)

Free

TEC Board Game Bash

Technology Engagement Center 306 Minerva Drive, Murfreesboro, TN, United States

Trying to check off to-do’s on your summer fun bucket list? Come join us at the TEC for an afternoon of family fun with classics like Monopoly, Trouble, and chess OR challenge yourself with titles like Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, Disney’s Villainous, and Parks! Friday, July 26th from 3:30 - 5pm at the TEC

Erin Chesnut – Author Event

Linebaugh Public Library 105 W Vine St, Murfreesboro, TN, United States

Linebaugh Public Library is pleased to host local author Erin Chesnut for a book signing on Saturday, July 27th, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The author will be signing and selling copies of her book Fight for Me.   

Event Series Novel Nerds

Novel Nerds at Smyrna

Smyrna Public Library 400 Enon Springs Rd W, Smyrna, TN, 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! A Novel Nerd: Leaves anonymous one-word reviews that can be used in discussions Pins a rating on the current completed book (no books harmed in this process) Brings their favorite OR A “curious to read;” book selections that can be added to a hat for future reading. If this sounds like you, please read THE TITANIC SURVIVORS BOOK CLUB by TIMOTHY SCHAFFERT. Please check trigger warnings. We will meet in the Smyrna Public Library Conference Room July 27th, 2024. 12:00pm-1:30pm. Happy Reading! We look forward to meeting you all.