Unbound, Winter 2017

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Winter 2017/18 • Issue No. 19

News from Nashville Public Library

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Reading for a Reason • September 8, 2017

Readers Tell Nashville Who, What and Why They Read During 12-Hour Marathon People from across Nashville celebrated books and community during a twelve-hour “Reading for a Reason” marathon on September 8. Nearly one hundred readers spoke about the people, books, and causes that inspire them to read while reading aloud from their favorite written works. The event was a true community celebration of NPL’s 2017 Library of the Year win.

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Reading for a Reason 1 Nashville Public Library Day

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7 January is Nutrition and Hunger Awareness Month 8 At Your Library 9-27 AFRICAN African American History Month 16 AMERICAN Hunger Awareness 17 HISTORY MONTH Metro Council Goes on Record 28 - 29 Did you Know?

30 - 31 Library Cards, Locations, and Hours 32- 33 AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH

In this issue of Unbound, I want to share more updates with you about our Library as the 2017 Library of the Year.

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award. That’s because these opportunities are my chance to brag – not about an award, but about the people behind it:

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- The businesses and individuals that support NPL so generously through the Nashville Public Library Foundation.

When you think about how great our Library community is, you can see: It’s not just my privilege to brag – it’s my job!

And I’m not alone. In September, nearly a hundred people participated in our “Reading for a Reason” community reading marathon. Meanwhile, Mayor Megan Barry declared Sept.

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HISTORY MONTH You can read more about these events in the following pages. What I want to say right now is “thank you.”

Thank you for being one of the people who make Nashville Public Library an organization that offers so many reasons to get inspired, get involved - and, yes, get on the megaphone.

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Mayor Proclaims “NPL Day�

Mayor Megan Barry joined the NPL family to celebrate the patrons, volunteers, employees, and library supporters behind the 2017 Library of the Year award on September 28, which she proclaimed to be Nashville Public Library Day.

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The library’s troupe of professional performers will perform five shows this winter.

December A Child’s Calendar

Main Library John Updike’s collection of poems for children is transformed into a delightful musical puppet show that takes us through the seasons month by month. Sarah Hart and Brian Hull score this special adaptation with original music. 30 min. Recommended for ages 2-8, but all are welcome. Fridays and Saturdays, Dec 8-30, 2017 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.

December Sailors and Maidens

Main Library Sailors and Maidens returns to our stage with their own pleasing brand of puppet storytelling and variety show. 30 min. Recommended for ages 5-12, but all are welcome. Friday, Dec 1 and Saturday, Dec 2 10:30 a.m and 11:30 a.m.

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Main Library Join Duke Ellington, the great master of Jazz, as he takes us on a musical journey with puppets of all sorts in this special presentation produced by the Nashville Jazz Workshop in cooperation with Wishing Chair Productions. 30 min. Recommended for ages 0-8, but all are welcome. Fridays and Saturdays, Jan 12-20, 2018 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.

February Tall Tale Circus

Main Library Come see Pecos Bill, Calamity Jane, John Henry and Johnny Appleseed – live and in person, in this musical extravaganza for the whole family! You may even see a big blue ox…if you’re lucky! In the Children’s Theater. 40 min. Recommended for ages 5-12, but all are welcome. Fridays and Saturdays, Feb 16-24, 2018 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.

Puppet Truck: Anansi

Wishing Chair Puppet Truck Productions is proud to present Anansi the Spider

Anansi the Spider is a colorful marionette and hand-and-rod puppet play, which is based on the African tales of a tricky spider who uses cleverness to achieve his wishes.

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Check the back of the book for branch listings, or visit library.nashville.org for locations and times.

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Proud to announce the 2018 Nashville Reads selection: The Potlikker Papers: A Food History of the Modern South

By John T. Edge

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Join your neighbors, friends, and colleagues for book discussions and events highlighting the city’s history, cuisine, and people. s.org Nashville Reads is a partnership of: Nashville Public Library, Nashville Public Library Foundation, Office of Mayor Megan Barry, Parnassus Books, Humanities Tennessee, and BookPage

See You This Winter @ the Library!

We have close to 1,000 children’s events (including more than 400 story times) in December, January, and February!

Check each location’s listings for details.

Programming and events are subject to change.

Please call the branch or visit our website at www.library.nashville.org for the most up-to-date information.

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January is Nutrition and Hunger Awareness Month

How in the world can we sort out the buffet of confusing information about what we should and shouldn’t eat? Should I be eating eggs? Is butter better than margarine? What do I do with bone broth? Here are a few recent titles and a classic work on world hunger to help you navigate the dining room.

Big Chicken: The Incredible Story of How Antibiotics Created Modern Agriculture and Changed the Way the World Eats

by Maryn McKenna

Bone Deep Broth: Healing Recipes With Bone Broth

by Taylor Chen and Lya Mojica

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The Food Lover’s Cleanse: 140 Delicious, Nourishing Recipes That Will Tempt You Back Into Healthful Eating Bon Appétit

by Sara Dickerman

Real Food Fake Food: Why You Don’t Know What You’re Eating & What You Can Do About It

by Larry Olmsted

The Handy Nutrition Answer Book

by Patricia BarnesSvarney and Thomas E. Svarney

Whole Cooking and Nutrition: An Everyday Superfoods Approach to Planning, Cooking, and Eating with Diabetes

by Katie Cavuto

Always Hungry?: Conquer Cravings, Retrain Your Fat Cells, and Lose Weight Permanently

by David Ludwig

The Reproach of Hunger: Food, Justice, and Money in the Twenty-First Century

by David Rieff

Naturally Nourished: Healthy, Delicious Meals Made With Everyday Ingredients

by Sarah Britton

Diet for a Small Planet: The Book That Started a Revolution in the Way Americans Eat

by Frances Moore Lappé

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Hunger Awareness Story Time: Bear Wants More Jan 2-3 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, and 11:30 AM Did you know January is Hunger Awareness Month at the Library? Join us for a story time based on Bear Wants More by Karma Wilson. When springtime comes, Bear wakes up very hungry and thin! Bear’s friends help him to finally satisfy his HUGE hunger in a most surprising way. For ages 2-5.

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Signing Story Time Every 1st and 3rd Monday and following Thursday 10:00 AM Come learn how to use sign language to increase communication and literacy skills through songs, activities, reading, and sign! For babies and toddlers, aged 0-3, and their caregivers.

Homeschool Friends Every 2nd Thursday 1:30 PM Children ages 5-8 who are homeschooled are welcome to join us for themed activities.

Homeschool Tweens Every 4th Thursday 1:30 PM Homeschoolers ages 8-13 are welcome to join us in the Children’s Department as we explore a new topic.

READing Paws Every 1st Saturday 1:00 PM Ages 5-12 are welcome to come read to a furry friend.

Registration is required. Please call (615) 862-5785 to register.

Sailors and Maidens Friday, Dec 1 and Saturday, Dec 2 10:30 AM and 11:30 AM Sailors and Maidens returns to our stage with their own pleasing brand of puppet storytelling and variety show.

30 min. Recommended for ages 5-12, but all are welcome.

Kid Craft Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Dec 5, 6, Jan 2, 3, Feb 6, 7 10:00 AM Join us for fun crafts. For ages 3-5.

A Child’s Calendar Fridays and Saturdays, Dec 8 - Dec 30 10:30 AM and 11:30 AM John Updike’s collection of poems for children is transformed into a delightful musical puppet show that takes us through the seasons, month by month. Sarah Hart and Brian Hull score this special adaptation with original music.

Ellingtown Fridays and Saturdays, Jan 12 - 20 10:30 AM and 11:30 AM Join Duke Ellington, the great master of Jazz, as he takes us on a musical journey with puppets of all sorts in this special presentation produced by the Nashville Jazz Workshop in cooperation with Wishing Chair Productions. 30 min.

Recommended for ages 0-8, but all are welcome.

Tall Tale Circus Fridays and Saturdays, Feb 16 - 24 10:30 AM and 11:30 AM Come see Pecos Bill, Calamity Jane, John Henry and Johnny Appleseed – live and in person, in this musical extravaganza for the whole family! You may even see a big blue ox…if you’re lucky! 40 min.

Recommended for ages 5-12, but all are welcome.

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Studio NPL Graphic Design and Photography Every Monday 4:00 PM Join Studio NPL mentors at our Main space to explore studio photography, lighting, and graphic design. Patrons will have the opportunity to use specialized professional level cameras, lighting, and software. All levels welcome.

For teens age 12-18.

Music Production Audio Suite Every Monday through Friday 3:00 PM A mentor facilitates these

times as a combination of focused music production workshops and open access to the Studio NPL audio suite.

Reserve times at the Studio NPL desk. For grades 9-12.

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Playmakers Every Tuesday, except Dec 19, Jan 2 3:30 PM A program for playing and making. For teens in grades 7-12.

Film and Media Production Every Tuesday This Studio NPL workshop delves deeper into the various roles of those involved in the film and television industry, including storyboarding and script writing, voice over training, lighting, and camera operation. This class also builds on the real-world career skills needed in these fields and includes guest mentors from the film and television industry.

Open to beginners and experts in middle and high school, ages 12-18.

Fiction Writing Workshop Every Wednesday, except Dec 20 and 27 3:30 PM Teens work with mentors to create short stories and other forms of fiction. Workshops lead to the publishing of a final anthology. For ages 12-18.

Hosted by Southern Word.

Fandom Club Every Wednesday, except Dec 20, 27 3:30 PM Fandoms, unite! Geek out as we explore the art of fandom through discussions and debates, DIY fan art, cosplay, viewing parties, and more! For teens in grades 7-12.

Come and Craft It Every Thursday, except Dec 21, 28 Join us for a variety of fun crafts that would make great gifts, too! For teens in grades 7-12.

The Power of the Pen Every Thursday 4:00 PM Teens work with mentors to learn the art of writing spoken word poetry and song verse. Writers of all genres are welcome. For ages 12-18.

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If you attend the first week of each craft, you are guaranteed a spot for the second. For teens in grades 7-12.

Jan 4 and 11: Tumblers & Frappes Jan 18 and 25: Soup Bowls & Soup Mix Feb 8 and 15: Tea Cups & Tea Bags Feb. 22 and Mar 1: Salad Plates & Salad Mix Live Music Jam Every Friday 3:00 PM — 5:30 PM A day to celebrate live music and performance. The Studio NPL music teacher brings out our collection of guitars, drums, keyboards, and more and offers instruction in basic music theory and performance.

Special musical guests are invited throughout the series to jam with us. Bring your own instrument or jam with ours! Open to middle and high school students aged 12-18.

Studio NPL Open Lab Every Saturday 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM Teen patrons are welcome to drop by the Studio to start or finish Studio NPL projects, refresh skills on any technology, or just hang out and tinker. Rotating staff of mentors are available to assist in pop-up programming. For grades 7-12.

Adulting for Teens Fridays, Dec 1, 8, Jan 5, 12, 19, Feb 2, 9, 16 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM Teens, learn tips that will help make you successful adults.

How to dress to impress, how to write the perfect résumé, and how to handle that upcoming paycheck are examples of what you could learn. For teens in grades 7-12.

Flashback Friday with Metro Archives Fridays, Dec 15, Jan 26, Feb 23 3:30 PM There’s more to the Library than books. Learn about the intriguing surprises Metro Archives has hiding in its stacks.

This event takes place at the Main Library Teen Department.

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Ryman Auditorium: Soul of Nashville Through Feb 23 Celebrate the 125th anniversary of the Ryman Auditorium by exploring her rich history. Learn more about riverboat Captain Thomas G. Ryman, Reverend Sam Jones, and the legendary Lula C. Naff. You’ll be dazzled by the diverse range of artists who have performed at one of the most iconic venues in the world! In the Courtyard Gallery, 2nd floor.

Visualizing Uncle Tom: Pictorial Interpretations of Harriet Beecher Stowe’s Uncle Tom’s Cabin Through Feb 23 Join us as we rediscover Harriet Beecher Stowe’s novel that caused America to examine its humanity. This exhibit deconstructs the figure of “Tom” to look at how a noble character transformed into a pop culture stereotype. In the Art Gallery, 1st floor.

Talking Walls Exhibit Dec 1-31 Talking Walls is a quarterly installation at the Main Library, celebrating the realm of words and thought through poetry and ideas. The walls of the library are the palette for an array of colorful quotations and poems that patrons can take off the walls and keep.

December’s theme is “Words of Wisdom from the World’s Philosophers.”

Lunchtime Yoga Every Monday 1:00 PM LEARN Come practice yoga with a Yoga Alliance certified instructor. All you need are comfy clothes and a yoga mat or towel. Beginners to intermediates welcome.

Class held in the Children’s Theatre, 2nd floor.

Programming and events are subject to change. Please call the branch or visit our website at www.library.nashville.org for the most up-to-date information.

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Introduction to Computers Every 1st and 2nd Monday 2:00 PM A great beginner’s overview of computer concepts. Know nothing about computers?

Afraid of computers? Fear no more; come to our introduction class on computers, and see how fun and powerful computers can be.

Dec 4: The Basics Dec 11: Starting with Google Jan 8: The Basics Jan 16: Social Media Basics Feb 5: The Basics Feb 12: Googling Like a Pro First Tuesday at the Metro Archives Every 1st Tuesday 12:30 PM Monthly presentations on the people, places, events, and traditions in Nashville history.

Dec 5: Joyce Blaylock. Jan 2: TBA Feb 6: TBA Job and Housing Help from Metro Social Services Every Tuesday 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM City-employed social workers help Davidson County residents, 18 years and older, who are homeless or at imminent risk of losing their housing. They do not provide direct financial assistance to library patrons, but instead refer people to community organizations that can help them obtain or keep housing and employment.

Great Books Reading and Discussion Program Every Tuesday 4:45 PM Explore the classics.

Plato: Phaedrus.

Dec 5: To 241d (20 pages).

Dec 12: To 257b (20 pages).

Dec 19: To end (32 pages).

Jonathan Swift: Gulliver’s Travels.

Jan 2: Part 1, Chapters 1-3.

Jan 9: Part 1, Chapters 4-8.

Jan 16: Part 2, Chapters 1-4.

Jan 23: Part 2, Chapters 5-8.

Jan 30: Part 3, Chapters 1-5.

Feb 6: Part 3, Chapters 6-11.

Feb 13: Part 4, Chapters 1-6.

Feb 20: Part 4, chapters 7-12.

Aeschylus: Prometheus Bound.

Feb 27: Complete (40 pages).

Job Lab Every Tuesday and Thursday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

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Drop into Job Lab for personal help creating a résumé, searching for a job, and more.

In the Computer Classroom, 3rd floor.

Affordable Care Act Open Enrollment Every Wednesday through Dec 13, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Every Saturday through Dec 9, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Friday, Dec 15, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Join a Certified Healthcare Navigator from Get Covered Tennessee for one-on-one assistance signing up for health insurance. No appointment required.

Panel Discussion: A Comics Book Club Every 1st Wednesday 12:00 PM Marvel vs. DC? Fantagraphics vs. Drawn & Quarterly? Join us for Panel Discussion, a comics book club for adults. Meets in The Commons, 3rd Floor.

Mental Health Cooperative Outreach Every Wednesday 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Mental Health Cooperative outreach workers host drop-in visits in the third-floor study rooms. They can provide counseling and assist people experiencing homelessness in applying for benefits.

Operation Stand Down Veterans Outreach Every Wednesday 3:00 PM An outreach worker with Operation Stand Down Tennessee will assist any veteran with questions on how to connect to the resources and benefits they’ve earned.

Job search and placement, transitional and permanent supportive housing, 9-11 GI Bill Advice, and legal aid assistance are just a few of the services provided by OSDTN. VA Drop-In Every Wednesday, beginning Dec 20 3:00 PM Get assistance creating and accessing your benefits through MyHealtheVet, a service for veterans and their families to access their health records, contact doctors, and more.

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Meets in The Commons, 3rd Floor.

Dec 7: The Circular Staircase,

by Mary Roberts Rinehart Jan 4 and Feb 1: TBD Word Art Poetry Discussion Group Every 2nd Thursday 12:00 PM This monthly gathering of poetry enthusiasts explores selections from the American canon of poetry, with a few foreign exceptions. Schedule of readings and events available by email. Meets in The Commons, Main Library, 3rd Floor. Contact Paul Smethers at paul.smethers@nashville.gov or (615) 862-5816.

Shakespeare Allowed!

Every 1st Saturday 12:00 PM Nashville Shakespeare Festival invites you to read every play Shakespeare wrote, out loud in a reading circle.

Dec 2: “Antony & Cleopatra”.

Jan 6: “The Winter’s Tale”.

Feb 3: “The Tempest”.

Cube Pushers Game Club Every 3rd Saturday 2:00 PM Are you a hobby gamer? Dice chucker? Euro for life? Come play at the library. Great lighting and super comfy chairs.

See your game projected on a big screen. BYOG (bring-yourown-game) or play one of the library’s games. Real life game librarians can teach you a new game. Cube Pushers is for grown-up gamers. Munchkins should be accompanied by adult gamers.

Holiday Concert featuring The Nashville Belles Saturday, Dec 2 12:00 PM The Nashville Belles, an allfemale a cappella group under the direction of Christina Watson, sings beautiful, fourpart arrangements of holiday songs. Courtyard Gallery (2nd Floor).

Lunchtime Meditation Mondays, Dec 4, Jan 8, FebLEARN 4 12:15 PM Join us to destress during lunch. Meditation teacher Lisa

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Introduction to eBooks Saturday, Dec 16 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Learn the ins and outs of checking out eMaterials from the library.

Wolf Tickets and Pickled Peppers Poetry Writing Workshop Saturdays, Jan 6, Jan 27, Feb 17, Mar 10, Mar 31, Apr 21 11:00 AM This 6-week poetry writing workshop focuses on basics in poetry composition (rhythm, rhyme, meter), then launches into examinations of free verse, contemporary approaches, and a host of fun and interesting figures of speech. Each session presents new material and practice opportunities.

Attendance is limited to fifteen, so call and reserve your place early. For adults and teens. For more information, contact Paul Smethers at paul.smethers@ nashville.gov or (615) 8625816.

Lunch and Learn: Interviewing Skills Thursday, Jan 11 12:00 PM Looking for a new job in the new year? Stop by to brush up on your interviewing skills and techniques so you rock that next interview.

Movies @ Main: The Black Stallion (1979) Saturday, Jan 13 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Ten-year-old Alec and a magnificent wild horse are the only survivors of a tragic shipwreck off the northern coast of Africa. What happens to the pair after they are rescued proves to be a grand adventure all the way to the United States! Listen to our Legends of Film interview with The Black Stallion Director Carroll Ballard. G. 1979. 118 min.

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Learning Tableau Public: Data Visualizations for Presentations Saturday, Feb 17 11:00 AM Need something to push that presentation over the top?

Want to make interesting dashboards that will get your message across? Come learn the ins and outs of Tableau Public free software and how to take your data to the next level.

Tablet Help Wednesday, February 21 11:00 AM Got a new tablet? Already have a tablet but don’t know how to make it work? Drop in for oneon-one help with your tablet.

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Mother Goose Moments Every Monday 10:15 AM Babies may join Ms. Donna for rhymes, songs, fingerplays, ABCs, 123s, stories, and more.

For ages birth-24 months.

Family Fun Time Every Monday 6:30 PM Join Ms. Katie for stories, songs, fingerplays, and crafts.

For ages 3-5.

Adventure Club Every Tuesday 4:00 PM School-age children can join us for crafts, activities, special guests, movies, and more!

There’s something new every week. For grades K-4.

Story Time Every Wednesday 10:15 AM and 11:15 AM Singing, fingerplays, rhymes, ABCs, 123s, stories, and much more with Ms. Donna and Bear! For ages 3-5.

Crayon Kids Every Thursday 10:15 AM Join Ms. Katie at the library for some crafty fun! For ages 3-5.

Programming and events are subject to change. Please call the branch or visit our website at www.library.nashville.org for the most up-to-date information.

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Grow Baby Every Friday 10:15 AM An engaging program geared toward babies (0-24 months) and their caregivers. We’ll have fun with stories, songs, and rhymes, as well as creative play and sharing time!

time and craft based on Bear Wants More by Karma Wilson.

When springtime comes, Bear wakes up very hungry and thin! Bear’s friends help him to finally satisfy his HUGE hunger in a most surprising way. For ages 3-5.

Passport to Understanding presents People of Africa Tuesday, Feb 27 4:00 PM Global Education Center presents Passport to Understanding, an interactive journey through the music, toys, crafts, dance, and other traditions of West and EastMonth History Africa. For grades K-4.

READing Paws: Read with Snickers Every 1st Saturday 1:30 PM Visit with Snickers the Wonderdog, your canine friend who loves to listen while you read aloud. Bring your own book or choose one from the library. Call (615) 862-5854 to reserve your time with Snickers. For ages 5-12.

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Cookie Decorating Party Sunday, Dec 10 3:00 PM Celebrate the season by decorating cookies! We will turn store-bought cookies into yummy creations for sharing.

Space is limited. Sign up at the Children’s Desk or call (615) 862-5854 to register. For ages 3-12.

Music Production Every Thursday when school is in session 4:30 PM Play instruments and learn to make beats and music tracks.

For ages 12-18.

Teen Tech Lab Every other Friday when school is in session 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM Teens work with a Studio NPL mentor on innovative technology projects including music, video, photography, design, textiles, and more.

Projects vary each week. For ages 12-18.

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Atari Club Monday, Dec 11 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM Come play various cartridge games on Atari consoles. Guest consoles - like Nintendo, Sega, and Sony -make appearances, too! For teens in grades 5-12 and adults. No registration is required.

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Teen Studio Every Monday through Thursday when school is in session 4:00 PM Join us for different activities each week, including arts, crafts, simple circuits, 3D printing, and more! For grades 5-12.

LEGO Club Every 3rd Sunday 3:00 PM Imagine, think, and build something awesome with LEGO blocks! For ages 4 and up.

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Storyland Saturdays Every Saturday 10:15 AM Join us at the library for some super stories, songs, and silliness! For ages 3-5.

Polar Express Day at the Library Tuesday, Dec 12 5:30 PM - 7:45 PM Celebrate the season with a special reading of the popular holiday picture book, The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg, followed by a screening of the full-length feature film.

Reading starts at 5:30 PM with the film to follow. Feel free to wear your pajamas and bring blankets and pillows if you want to spread out on the floor! Rated G. 99 minutes. For ages 3-12, but all are welcome.

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How to be smart with your holiday bucks?

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Felt Food Craft Thursday, Jan 4 4:00 PM Come craft your favorite food

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is full of top-rated magical holiday spending tips.

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Food Desert Craft Monday, Jan 8 4:00 PM What is a food desert? Make a punny craft and find out exactly what it means! For grades 5-12.

Tin Can Bank Craft Thursday, Jan 18 4:00 PM Create a bank out of a tin can.

Take it home and use it to save money to donate to our neighbors experiencing hunger.

For grades 5-12.

Create Your Own Mini Notebooks Monday, Feb 5 4:00 PM Do you need a place to record your innermost thoughts?

Come create a mini notebook and learn about some famous African American authors. For grades 5-12.

Celebrate American Heart Month Monday, Feb 26 4:00 PM LEARN Did you know that February is

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American Heart Month? Help spread awareness about heart disease with this heart-related craft. For grades 5-12.

Hearst, by Jeffrey Toobin Jan: Dear Mr. M, by Herman Koch Feb: The Stranger in the Woods: The Extraordinary Story of the Last True Hermit, by Michael Finkel

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Gentle Yoga Every Wednesday LEARN 4:30 PM Stretch, strengthen, balance, breathe, laugh, and relax with certified yoga instructors. No experience necessary. You must be able to move from standing to the floor repeatedly without assistance. Bring your own mat/other yoga equipment.

Mature children ages 11 and older may join in with a parent-signed waiver. If you are pregnant and new to yoga, we recommend you find a prenatal class instead.

Novel Conversations Every 2nd Thursday 6:00 PM Join us for lively book discussions.

Dec: American Heiress: The GROW THRIVE Wild Saga of the Kidnapping, Crimes and Trial of Patty

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Scrabble Group Every Thursday 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM Play Scrabble the old-fashioned way - on a board! All skill levels GROWwelcomed.

THRIVE are Bring your board if you have one.

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BellyTone® Bone-Building Toning Every Thursday 6:00 PM LEARN BellyTone is a freshly unique method of toning the total core and the entire body with no stress to joints. The class includes extended floor work so participants must be able to move freely without assistance.

Bring a mat and a set of very light hand weights. Mature children ages 11 and older are welcome to participate with a parent-signed waiver.

Health Insurance Sign Ups Every Friday through Dec 15, 11:00 AM — 5:45 PM Every Sunday through Dec 10,

Programming and events are subject to change. Please call the branch or visit our website at www.library.nashville.org for the most up-to-date information.

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2:00 PM — 4:45 PM A certified healthcare navigator will help you register for health insurance. Get free, personal assistance during the Marketplace open enrollment period, Nov 1 - Dec 15. The healthcare navigator will help you enroll in an insurance plan, answer your questions, or help you apply for TennCare. The navigator does not represent any insurance company and receives no commission.

Make an appointment: call (844) 644-5443 or go to www. getcoveredtenn.org. Walk-ins also welcome.

the lens of art. Refreshments will be served and a brief discussion will be held after the screening.

Dec 2: Moonrise Kingdom Jan 13: Brick Feb 10: The Untouchables

clothing, small housewares, and children’s toys to share with the community. Bring a tote bag for your new finds. All items will be free. Everything left at the end of the swap will be donated to Goodwill.

Clothing must be clean and in good condition. All types and sizes are welcome. Housewares and toys must be clean and in working condition with all components.

in a most surprising way. For ages 3-8.

Friends of the Bellevue Branch Library Meeting Every 2nd Saturday 10:15 AM Find out how you can get involved with fundraising and supporting the Bellevue Branch! New members are always welcome.

Songwriters Group Every 3rd Saturday 11:00 AM Are you a songwriter looking for an ear? Join our songwriters group! Bring your song, lyric sheets, and a device to play your song for the group.

Works in progress or final demos are welcome. For more information about this group, contact ninapacent@bellsouth. net.

Books and Brews Every last Saturday 11:00 AM Join us for book discussions at Black Abbey Brewery, 2952 Sidco Dr, Nashville. To join the e-mail list, contact andrew. palmer@nashville.gov.

Dec 30: The Strange Library by Haruki Murakami Jan 27: Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi Feb 24: A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L’Engle Bellevue Chess Club Every last Saturday 1:00 PM Sharpen your chess skills or just learn how to play. All ages and skill levels welcome.

Film as Art Saturdays, Dec 2, Jan 13, and Feb 10 2:30 PM Want to deepen your knowledge of film? Join us as we watch films through

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Strangest Things: Tabletop Gaming Saturdays, Dec 16, Jan 27, and Feb 24 12:00 PM – 4:30 PM Play all your favorite tabletop games! BYOG (bring your own games) or play the games on demo from NPL. Any game from Settlers of Catan to Dungeons and Dragons: any card game, board game, or role-playing game is accepted.

We’ll have snacks and sci-fi movies available all day. Show up anytime with your friends and family, or come and join a group! All are welcome at our table(s). For ages 12 and up.

Juicing for the New Year Tuesday, Jan 9 5:30 PM Juicing is one of the fastest, most convenient ways to maximize your daily nutrient intake. Join Inner-G Juice at the Bellevue Library to learn recipes and tricks that make juicing easy on your time, your budget, and your body.

Samples provided!

Understanding Sugar So You Can Kick the Habit Saturday, Jan 13 10:30 AM Have you ever noticed how you feel worse after a sugar crash, or experience problems like dull skin, headaches, elevated stress levels, poor sleep, or weight gain? Join wellness coach Amber Robertson for a workshop about how to manage your sugar cravings without giving up sweets.

Rather than denying your sweet tooth, learn how to understand your cravings, discover what sugar is doing to your body, and find creative ways to appease your appetite with healthier sweet options.

Bellevue Swap Party Saturday, Feb 10 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM Was your New Year’s resolution to clean out, organize, and streamline your home? Are you looking to update your wardrobe or home without spending money? Out with the old and in with the new-to-you.

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Thursdays HISTORY MONTH Every Thursday Puppet Truck presents: Anansi 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM the Spider Whether it’s playing the Xbox Monday, Feb 26 or pulling out all of the board 10:30 AM games, bring your friends to This colorful marionette and geek out over your particular hand-and-rod puppet play passion. For teens in grades is based on African tales of 6-12.

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Mondays, Dec 4, Feb 5 Tuesdays, Jan 30, Feb 6 4:30 PM Learn how to listen to your TEEN body’s signs of stress, so Programming you can take control of your reactions. For grades 6-12.

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Holiday Party with Mrs. Claus and Santa Saturday, Dec 9 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Make your holiday memories extra special this year. Come see Mrs. Claus entertain with balloon animals, face painting, games, and general silliness.

Cookies and punch will be provided. Santa will visit with children and be available for pictures.

Mellow Mondays Every Monday 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM Hang Out, Mess Around, Geek Out and who knows, you might make something in the meantime. For grades 6-12.

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Homework Help Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM Academic exploration featuring Ms. Magda and Ms. Shelly, with special appearances by Studio NPL’s Mr. Karl and Ms. Megan.

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Holiday Movie Night: Elf (2003) Monday, Dec 11 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM Will Ferrell stars as Buddy, a regular-sized man who was raised as an elf by Santa Claus.

When the news is finally broken to Buddy that he’s not a real elf, he decides to head back to his place of birth, New York City, in search of his biological family. 2003. PG. 95 min. For grades 6-12.

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Keep MLK’s Dream Alive with Your Own Danny Lyon Style World-Changing Art Tuesday, Jan 9 4:30 PM Photographer and Civil Rights activist Lyon wrote, in 1974: “We dream of works of art and social realism that have the power to change men and History Month transform society.” Brainstorm real solutions for how to transform society. Then, make a multi-media piece to inspire others toward progress. For grades 6-12.

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Spoons Playing: From Nothing to Something Wednesday, Feb 21 4:00 PM Hear the “Spoons Man” play! Explore the history, development, and use of spoons playing across musical genres. Start creating your own History Month music with spoons! Presented by the National Museum of African American Music. For ages 10-17.

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At NPL Just Right Smoothies Adult Coloring Night Every Tuesday LEARN GROW THRIVE Every Thursday 11:00 AM 6:00 PM Enjoy delicious smoothies and At NPL Cozy up in the library and LEARN learn how to make smoothies join us for an evening of tea of your own.

GROW THRIVE and coloring. Learn about the mental health benefits of this Community Yoga simple art form.

Every Tuesday LEARN GROW THRIVE 5:15 PM Crock Pot Luck Breathe and stretch with Small Mondays, Jan 29, Feb 26 LEARN World Yoga in this beginner5:30 PM friendly class. Borrow one of Come enjoy and learn how to our mats or bring your own. All make delicious meals that can ages and abilities welcome. be prepped in 30 minutes or less using a crockpot.

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4:30 PM Celebrate our country’s diverse HISTORY MONTH holidays: Chinese New Year African American (Feb 16), Presidents’ Day (Feb HISTORY MONTH 19), World Day of Social Justice (Feb 20), and African-American In partnership with the IRS History Month. Make a multimedia collage in the spirit of activist-artists Alma Woodsey Thomas, Albert V. Chong, and AFRICAN AMERICAN Swati Khurana. For grades 6-12.

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Chat ‘n’ Chew for Tweens Thursdays, Dec 14, Jan 11, Feb 8 4:30 PM Join us for a laid-back discussion of a different book each month. Snacks will be provided. Call (615) 862-5859 for each month’s title. For ages 10-13.

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Cypher Every Wednesday 3:00 PM Emcees, poets, DJs, rappers, spoken word artists, and producers develop their work, share pieces, and collaborate on projects. For ages 12-17.

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Preschool Story Time Every Monday 10:15 AM Join us for stories, songs, and fun. For ages 2-4.

Tech Thursday Every Thursday 3:00 PM Come explore cutting-edge technology with Studio NPL. For ages 12-17.

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Opossum. For ages 5-9, but all AFRICAN AMERICAN when you believe in yourself! are welcome.

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Tales of Bre’r Rabbit HISTORY MONTH Wednesday, Feb 7 Music of Africa at The Digital Discovery 10:30 AM Hermitage Tuesday, Jan 23 Storyteller Michael Diallo Thursday, Feb 1 3:00 PM McLendon presents “Tales of 4:30 PM Come explore the many uses of Bre’er Rabbit,” the story of a Look at the artistic and technology in art, music, and trickster who succeeds because cultural lives of the slaves beyond. For ages 12-17. of his wits and not because of Andrew Jackson owned at his brawn and who provokes AMERICAN AFRICAN The Hermitage. Use the Make Your Own Rainbow authority figures and bends HISTORY archaeological record from Loom Bracelets social mores as he sees fit. ForMONTH History Month these 150 slaves to recreate Tuesday, Feb 6 ages 2-12, but all are welcome. musical instruments like 3:00 PM djembes, shekeres, and Create a festive rubber band washboards. For ages 6-12. bracelet using design looms and instructional videos. For TEEN Programming ages 12-17.

Learn preschool concepts with Ms. Alicia while participating in fun and interactive stories, songs, and art. The program is structured for children with autism. For ages 3-6, but all are welcome.

Story Time with Snowbird Saturday, Jan 6 2:00 PM Join us as our favorite penguin, Snowbird, entertains us with books and laughter. For ages 3-10.

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Dec 7: Elf (2003) Dec 14: A Madea Christmas (2013) Jan 4: Clueless (1995) Jan 11: Mean Girls (2004) Jan 18: Selma (2014) Jan 25: La La Land (2016) Feb 1: The Pursuit of Happyness (2006) Feb 8: Loving (2016) Feb 15: The Color Purple (1985) Feb 22: Fences (2016)

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Hot Cocoa and Christmas Stories Thursday, Dec 7 4:00 PM Warm up with a cup of hot chocolate and listen as we read some Christmas classics.

Refreshments are provided. For ages 3-5, but all are welcome.

Let It Snow: Make and Take Design Valentine’s Day Cards Snow Craft Tuesday, Feb 13 Tuesday, Dec 12 3:00 PM 4:00 PM HISTORY Make MONTHyour own snow for Let that special someone know African Am how you feel by hand-crafting a the season. All materials are HISTORY M beautiful message of affection. provided. For ages 8-16.

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Cookie Decorating Build with a 3Doodler Tuesday, Dec 19 Tuesday, Feb 20 2:00 PM 3:00 PM Come decorate delicious Draw your imagination in three holiday cookies. All materials AFRICAN AMERICAN dimensions using a gravity are provided. Please call ahead defying 3D pen. For ages 12-17. to reserve a spot.

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Make Your Own AfricanAmerican Hero Button Paint an Ornament Tuesday, Feb 27 Wednesday, Dec 20 3:00 PM 2:00 PM Make your own beautiful In honor of African American ornament to either keep or History Month, emblazon the AFRICAN AM give as a gift. All materials are visage of an African-American provided. For ages 8-16. hero on a button to display HISTORY MO proudly, inspiring discourse.

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Learn Qigong Every 2nd Monday Gadget Lab Teen Time 4:30 PM Every Monday AFRICAN AMERICAN Every Monday and Wednesday Learn the basics of Qigong, 1:00 PM LEARN HISTORY MONTH while school is in session a Chinese healing art that Bring your personal computer, 5:30 PM Global Education presents: integrates physical postures, tablet, or smart device and HISTORY MONTH Join us for arts, crafts, gaming, Nyama Drum Ensemble breathing techniques, and learn to use library digital African American movies, and more! You can get Monday, Feb 5 focused intentions. Certified services. No registration HISTORY MONTH Preschool Story Time homework help, study, or just 4:00 PM instructor Kerry Miller leads required.

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LEARN GROW Literacy Great Mali Empire of West 4:30 PM Stretch, strengthen, balance, HISTORY MONTH History Month Join Small World Yoga for a Tuesday, Dec 5 Africa, and original creations. breathe, laugh, and relax AFRICAN AMERICAN LEGO Junior Builders Club 5:30 PM For ages 5 and up. beginner-friendly, community with certified yoga instructors Every 2nd Saturday HISTORY MONTH Learn the basics of finances, yogaHISTORY class. Borrow one of our from Small World Yoga. Wear MONTH African American 10:30 AM the functionality of checking Global Education presents: mats or bring your own. comfortable clothes that you HISTORY MONTH Come and build with LEGO and savings accounts, credit Afro-Latin Dance Team can exercise in, and you may - we provide the materials. cards, and general banking.

Monday, Feb 12 Inner-G Juice: Juices and borrow one of our mats or Registration is required. Please 4:00 PM Smoothies bring your own. All ages and call (615) 880-3957, ext. 73780 Adulting 101: Introduction to Global Education Center’s Every Monday in Jan abilities welcome. to register. For ages 4 and Home Ownership Presented Afro-Latin Dance Team shares 11:00 AM older.

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Saturday, Feb 24 in Dec 3:30 PM 10:30 AM 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM Emcees, poets, DJs, rappers, 1st Thursday Book Club Bilingual Story Time This colorful marionette and Join us for holiday classic spoken word artists, and Every 1st Thursday Every 1st Tuesday hand-and-rod puppet play movies. producers develop their work, 10:15 AM 6:00 PM is based on African tales of AFRICAN AMERICAN Dec 4: Miracle on 34th Street share pieces, and collaborate Every 1st Thursday Join us Join us for a bilingual story a tricky spider who uses his (1947) on projects. Every Thursday every month for informal book time, with books read in HISTORY MONTH cleverness to achieve his Month Dec 6: Imitation of Life (1934) except the first Thursday of discussions, alternating fiction History English and Spanish. Each wishes. The Wood and Strings Dec 11: A Christmas Carol each month. For ages 10-17. and non-fiction titles. month has a new theme. For Puppet Company created the (1938) ages 4-7. show’s beautiful marionettes Dec 13: It’s a Wonderful Life Make and Take: Calming Jars Zumba especially for the Library, while (1946) for Kids Every Thursday in Jan READing Paws and NPL LEARN our very own Wishing Chair Dec 18: White Christmas (1954) Monday, Jan 22 6:00 PM present: A Pawsitive Productions created the handDec 20: Holiday Inn (1942) 4:00 PM Every class feels like a party Experience and-rod puppets and all other Dec 27: New Year’s Eve (2012) Make a calming glitter jar with Solimar Johnson! Come Every 4th Tuesday aspects of the show. For ages 4:30 PM 3-7, but all are welcome.

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Fresh Freedom: Freedom Song Analysis

Jesse Owens: Outstanding Achievements with Turnip Green Jacob Lawrence: Great Migration/Stories and Series with Turnip Green

Jacob Lawrence: Picturing Community with Turnip Green

El Anatsui: From Trash to Treasure with Turnip Green

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Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters: An African Tale, with Michael Mclendon

The Wash Tub Bass: From Nothing to Something

The Harmonica: From Nothing to Something

Passport to Understanding presents People of Africa Global Education presents Nyama Drum Ensemble

Spoons Playing: From Nothing to Something

Global Education presents Afro-Latin Dance Team

Lyrics and Spoken Word: From Nothing to Something

Global Education presents Afro-Cuban Dance Team

Cigar Box Guitars: From Nothing to Something

Global Education presents Afro-Brazilian Dance Team

Banjo: From Nothing to Something

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Join special story times featuring Maddi’s Fridge and Bear Wants More, plus cooking classes, recipe contests, coupon swaps, and other free classes and workshops on hunger and nutrition. Library.nashville.org

Bear Wants More & Maddi’s Fridge In observance of Hunger Awareness Month, join us for special story and craft times with Bear Wants More & Maddi’s Fridge.

Bear Wants More by Karma Wilson. When springtime comes, Bear wakes up very hungry and thin! Bear’s friends help him to finally satisfy his HUGE hunger in a most surprising way.

Maddi’s Fridge by Louis Brandt, the story of two best friends who go to the same school, play at the same park, and live in the same neighborhood - but who have one really big difference: Sofia has a refrigerator full of food; Maddi doesn’t.

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You don’t even have to know how to dance.Just move your body and follow her lead. It’s easy! Cada clase es una fiesta con Solimar Johnson! Ven y comparte conmigo y veras lo que quiero decir. No tienes ni que saber bailar. Solo mueve tu cuerpo y sigueme. Es facil!

Internet Basics Tuesdays, Dec 5, Jan 9, and Feb 6 11:00 AM This class introduces you to the Internet. We explain web addresses, search engines, web pages, and browsers.

Seating is limited. Registration is required. Please call (615) 880-3957 to register.

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11:00 AM Learn daily routines and techniques that will increase the quality of your life by being intentional about how you use your time and energy. No registration required.

Basics of Organic Gardening Monday, Feb 12 4:30 PM Learn the basics of organic gardening, including which fertilizers and pesticides are natural and safe to use.

Hip Hop Dance Every Thursday in Feb LEARN 6:00 PM Join us for a fun, family workout where you move to the beat with local dancer Kyle Reed for a weekly dance class infused with hip hop, jazz, ballet and tumbling. No previous dance experience is required to join the fun.

BellyTone® Saturdays, Dec 9, Jan 13,LEARN and every Saturday in Feb 10:30 AM Join us for a safe, freshly unique method of toning the total core and the entire body with no stress to joints, which directly affects the stabilizer muscles, digestive, and genitourinary system. No registration is required.

3rd Thursday Book Club Every 3rd Thursday 6:00 PM Join the 3rd Thursday Book Club as we discuss contemporary fiction and non-fiction titles with other book fans.

Craft Saturdays Saturdays, Dec 2 and Jan 6 2:00 PM If you consider yourself a crafty person or would like to learn cool, new crafts, be sure to join us on the 1st Saturday of every month. You will learn something new. It’s free, and you might make some new friends! Materials are limited.

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Please call (615) 880-3957 to register.

Senior Medical University 101 Mondays, Dec 4 and Feb 5 11:30 AM Join us for a monthly healthrelated program for seniors made possible through a partnership between the library and other community agencies. Lunch is provided.

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Edmondson Pike’s Holiday Event Saturday, Dec 16 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM We love the holidays and want to share the holiday spirit with you! There will be karaoke, games, trivia, and more to celebrate the holiday season.

Word Basics Tuesdays, Dec 19, Jan 23, Feb 20 11:00 AM Learn how to create and edit a Word document. Use basic formatting tools, plus save and retrieve documents. Seating is limited. Registration is required. Please call (615) 8803957 to register.

Intro to Microsoft PowerPoint Fridays, Dec 22, Jan 26, Feb 23 11:00 AM Come learn the basics of Microsoft PowerPoint. Seating is limited. Registration is required. Please call (615) 8803952 to register.

Computer Basics Tuesdays, Jan 2, Jan 30, Feb 27 11:00 AM Want to begin using a computer? Need practice using a mouse and keyboard?

This class introduces first-time and novice computer users to common computer terms and

Crockpot Cooking Demo Saturday, Jan 6 11:00 AM Interested in quick meal LEARN options? If so, come enjoy and learn how to make delicious meals that can be cooked in 30 minutes or less using a crockpot. Registration required.

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Stretching Your Food Dollar Monday, Jan 8 6:00 PM Learn techniques to create and maintain your food budget and save money by understanding grocery store pricing. No registration required.

Spring Garden Prep and ColdTolerant Crops Saturday, Jan 13 1:00 PM Learn how to get your garden ready for early spring and know which crops are cold-tolerant with Dan Harrell of the UT/ Agriculture Extension.

Documentary: King, Man of Peace in a Time of War Saturday, Jan 13 2:00 PM Celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King by watching this documentary.

Weigh Less, Live More: A NonDiet Approach to Weight Loss Saturday, Jan 20 11:00 AM If you’ve tried diet after diet with little success or if you’ve ever put your life on hold until you could drop the weight, you are not alone. In this wellness presentation, you’ll learn techniques to approach weight loss from a non-diet perspective, discover some of the biggest contributing factors to weight gain in our society, and rather than counting every calorie and exercising until you’re exhausted, you will learn how to shift your focus so that weight loss actually becomes secondary to a pleasurable life.

Winter Indoor Herb Garden Monday, Jan 22 5:30 PM Learn how you can enjoy fresh herbs all winter long. No registration required.

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African American Beauty Refuel Saturday, Feb 10 1:00 PM Join Talisha Huddleston, founder of Dream Hair Makeovers, to learn tips and tricks for hair and skin care.

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5:30 PM Programming Delve into the history and Potterpalooza sound of the Cigar Box Guitar.

Saturday, Jan 6 These instruments have been 10:30 AM – 3:30 PMAFRICAN AMERICAN BeTween Together around since the Civil War Come celebrate all things Harry Every Tuesday HISTORY MONTH and have been used in Blues,Month Potter!

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Fresh Freedom: Freedom Song everyone to dress up as their Analysis favorite Harry Potter character.

Teen Time Wednesday, Feb 28 The Care of Magical Creatures Every Tuesday and Wednesday 5:30 PM Class begins promptly at 10:30 4:30 PM Listen to songs about freedom AM. We have activities for kids Time for teens to gather and from the Library’s Civil Rights age 5 and up, for teens, and for enjoy a variety of activities Collection. Use contemporary AFRICAN AMERICAN adults. including crafts, games, snacks, lyrics to create and sing your AFRICAN video games, and more! For HISTORY MONTH own freedom song using the History Month Hunger Awareness Story Time ages 12-18. traditional call-and-response Wednesday, Jan 10 method.

10:30 AM Studio NPL Learning Lab Join us as we read stories Every Thursday Goodlettsville about different types of food 2:30 PM 205 Rivergate Parkway and do a food-related craft.

Join our Studio NPL mentors 615-862-5862 Handouts about how to help for 3D printing, photography, our community are given out video, coding, circuits, STEAM at the end of the program. For crafts, and more. For ages ages 3-7.

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Toddler Time Every Monday 10:30 AM 15 minutes of stories and songs and 15 minutes of socialization through play time. For ages 18 months-3 years.

Baby Ball Every Wednesday 10:00 AM This lapsit story time includes songs, rhymes, stories, and play time. Events geared to jumpstart baby’s brain development and early literacy skills. For ages 0-17 months.

Preschool Power Every Wednesday 10:30 AM Are you ready to sing songs, read awesome books, and create cool crafts? For ages 3-5.

Create and Craft Saturdays, Dec 9, Jan 13, Feb 10 10:30 AM Get creative with a familyfriendly arts and crafts time!

For ages 4 and up, but all are welcome.

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Toddler Tales Every Monday 10:30 AM Toddler Tales is full of stories and songs for 1 and 2-yearolds.

Nightlight Story Time Every 2nd and last Monday 6:00 PM Kids sing and dance, and Miss Lana shares stories and crafts.

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LEGO and Laughs Wednesdays, Jan 24 and Feb 21 10:30 AM 3:30 PM Experience an exciting blend ADULT Let your imagination loose with of music, storytelling, and Programming LEGO bricks, puppets, and all movement for children at this kinds of toys! For story time featuring violinist ages 4 and up, but all are Suzanne Potter and storyteller Needle Arts Club welcome.

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10:30 AM Every Sunday, 2:00 PM – 4:30 HISTORY MONTH Take a look at African-American PM, when school is in session Senior Movie Day African American artist Alma Thomas’ watercolor Did you know young children Every 3rd Thursday HISTORYAMERICAN MONTH paintings, inspired by the AFRICAN do the majority of their 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM constantly changing colors in learning through play? There Monthly movie viewings HISTORY MONTH her garden. Then create are many other benefits, as chosen for seniors by seniors.

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Join us on strange and HISTORY MONTH wonderful adventures through Music of Africa at The Little Learners all the spectacular worlds of Hermitage Every Wednesday except Dec comics. All levels welcome.

Tuesday, Feb 13 27 Ages 18 and up.

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Big Kids Club Every Thursday except Dec 28 4:00 PM Join our Big Kids Club for a variety of activities, from crafts and stories to games and science experiments. A snack is provided. For ages 5-9.

LEGO Building Fun Every 1st Saturday 10:30 AM The LEGO League is designed for families - parents are encouraged to stay and build with their children. LEGO, Duplo, and Mega Blok bricks are provided.

Yoga for Kids Every 3rd Sunday 3:00 PM LEARN A fun experience for your child to move, breathe, play, and connect with their body.

Kids will learn yoga poses, and play yoga and mindfulness games. They’ll leave feeling more relaxed, focused, and connected to themselves and their fellow yogis. Yoga is a beautiful way for kids to build focus, create freedom in their movements, and tap into their inner light. For ages 3 and up.

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Hunger Awareness Story Time: Bear Wants More Wednesday, Jan 24 10:30 AM Did you know January is Hunger Awareness Month at the Library? Join us for a story time and craft based on Bear Wants More by Karma Wilson.

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Anne Leonard lived for decades in San Francisco where she met some of San Francisco’s bestknown and well-traveled poets.

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Carnegie Writers Group Every 2nd and 4th Saturday, Current Events Discussion except Dec 23 Group AFRICAN AMERICAN 3:00 PM Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday The Carnegie Writers Group HISTORY MONTH 10:15 AM AMERICAN AFRICAN is a community peer-to-peer JoinHISTORY this lively,MONTH informal group writing group for diverse for a discussion of current writers in all stages and genres events. of writing.

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Learn Qigong Holiday Book Sale Every 1st Tuesday Do your holiday gift buying at 6:30 PM LEARN GROW THRIVE sale of carefully this special Learn the basics of Qigong, selected fiction, nonfiction, a Chinese healing art that AFRICAN AMERICAN and children’ books in excellent integrates physical postures, condition, as well as a variety HISTORY MONTH breathing techniques, and of gift items and handfocused intentions with crocheted scarves. All proceeds certified Qigong instructor benefit the Friends of the Kerry Miller.

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Teen Time Every Monday-Friday when school is in session 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM Hang out, do homework, or join us for arts, crafts, gaming, movies, and more! For teens ages 12-18, in grades 7-12.

Studio NPL: Digital Programs Mondays and Thursdays when school is in session 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM Join us in the Teen Center and use innovative technology tools to produce 3D printed designs, vinyl stickers, electronics, robotics, videos, graphic design, and more. For teens ages 12-18 in grades 7-12.

DIY Together Every 3rd Tuesday 6:30 PM Do it yourself... together!

DIY Together is a community for crafters, DIYers, makers, hobbyists, and learners of all types to discover new skills together. Come learn a new skill and teach others a hobby you enjoy.

League of Women Voters of Nashville: Hot Topics Every 2nd Wednesday 6:00 PM Join the League of Women Voters of Nashville for an informative, non-partisan presentation on current local and state public policy issues and legislative actions.

Sunday, Dec 10: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Monday, Dec 11 - Thursday, Dec 14: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Friday, Dec 15: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday, Dec 16: 10:00 AM 4:00 PM Microsoft Word for Beginners Tuesdays, Jan 9 and Feb 20 10:30 AM Learn the basics of Microsoft Word. Registration is required.

Please call (615) 862-5863 to register.

Basic Computers for Beginners Wednesday, Jan 10 10:30 AM Learn about the various parts of the computer and how to use the mouse. We will also Studio NPL: Music Production Adult Coloring exploreTHRIVE the Internet using web LEARN GROW Workshops Wednesdays, Dec 6, Jan 3, 31, browsers and search engines.

Every Tuesday when schoolHISTORY is MONTH Feb 28 at 3:00 PM Registration is required. Please in session Thursdays, Dec 14, African Jan 18, Feb American call (615) 862-5863 to register.

HISTORY MONTH 3:00 PM 15 at 6:00 PM Teen producers of all levels— A proven stress-reducer for Classical Guitar Concert: Grant including songwriters, singers, many people, adult coloring Ferris and rappers—learn how to has seen a recent rise in Sunday, Jan 14 make beats and music tracks popularity. Drop by and enjoy 2:30 PM using Logic Pro. Hosted by the relaxation of coloring!

Grant Ferris, NashvilleSouthern Word. For teens age Materials are provided. based guitarist, composer, 12-18, in grades 7-12.

AFRICAN AMERICAN and songwriter, performs a Travel Chats MONTH selection of classical guitar HISTORY Thursdays, Dec 7 and Jan 11 African American History works, including original 6:00 PM Month: Paintings of Alma pieces. Mr. Ferris holds a Dec 7: Lee McFadden presents Thomas Masters of Music in Classical African Animals in Tanzania Wednesday, Feb 21 Guitar Performance from the (2016): Join us to watch 2:00 PM San Francisco Conservatory of and discuss Lee McFadden’s Join us to learn about the life Music. He has studied under amazing video about Tanzania. and art of Alma Thomas, and virtuoso guitarists David Jan 11: Anne Leonard presents AMERICAN AFRICAN create paintings in a similar Tanenbaum, Ricardo Iznaola, San Francisco’s Poet Travelers: Masakazu Ito, and Jonathan HISTORY MONTH Leathwood.

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Green Hills Library continued Microsoft Excel for Beginners Tuesdays, Jan 16 and Feb 27 10:30 AM Learn the basics of Microsoft Excel. Registration is required.

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Getting Started in Social Media Wednesdays, Jan 17 and Feb 21 10:30 AM Are you curious about Facebook? Heard about Twitter, but don’t know what it is? Has someone asked you to look at their Pinterest boards?

Join others just like you to learn about social networking and why it is “what’s happening” today on the Internet. We look at the many versions of social networking and how you can find something that interests you. Basic computer experience is needed, but this class is designed for people new to social networking.

Registration is required. Please call (615) 862-5863 to register.

BellyTone® Bone-Building Toning Tuesdays, Jan 23, Feb 13, Feb 27 LEARN 6:30 PM BellyTone is a unique method of toning the total core and the entire body with no stress to joints. The class includes extended floor work so participants must be able to move freely without assistance.

Bring a mat and a set of very light hand weights.

Getting Started with OverDrive: eBooks and More Wednesday, Jan 24 10:30 AM Learn all about how to download ebooks and audiobooks to your mobile device from one of the library’s eContent providers, OverDrive. Bring your library card information and your mobile device to this class.

Registration is required. Please call (615) 862-5863 to register.

Microsoft PowerPoint for Beginners Tuesday, Jan 30 10:30 AM Learn the basics of Microsoft PowerPoint. Registration is required. Please call (615) 8625863 to register.

Getting Started with Hoopla: Free Movies, Music, and More Wednesday, Jan 31 10:30 AM

Green Hills Library continued Find out how to access all that Hoopla has to offer: music, audiobooks, movies, TV shows, and comics! Bring your library card information and a mobile device if you have one.

Registration is required. Please call (615) 862-5863 to register.

Juices and Smoothies: Drink Your Nutrients Wednesday, Jan 31 6:30 PM LEARN To juice or not to juice?

Is blending better? In this workshop, learn the difference between juices and smoothies, the kinds of equipment you need to make them, and the nutritional benefits of incorporating both juices and smoothies into your life. Join integrative nutrition health coach Amber Robertson, of Bliss Holistic, for an interactive discussion and cooking demo that will have you juicing and blending in no time.

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Getting Started with Freegal: Free Digital Music Wednesday, Feb 14 10:30 AM Free music that is yours to keep is available from the library through Freegal, one of the library’s eContent providers.

Find out how to access this content in an introductory class. Bring your library card information and a mobile device if you have one.

Programming and events are subject to change. Please call the branch or visit our website at www.library.nashville.org for the most up-to-date information.

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HISTORY MONTH divertido con actividades Jesse Owens: Outstanding que le ayudaran a sus niños Achievements with Turnip Children’s ADULT prepararse para leer. Para niños Programming Green TEEN Programming de 2-5 años.

Wednesday, Feb 7 HISTORY MONTH Programming 10:30 AM African American Books to Movies Story Time Jesse Owens won a record four HISTORY MONTH Sundays, Dec 10, Jan 21, Feb 18 Every Monday gold medals in track at the Community Yoga 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM 11:00 AM 1936 Olympics, despite Hitler’s Every Saturday AFRICAN AMERICAN Teen Tuesday Hangout Let’s read a book, then watch Join us as each book takes us plans to prove the superiority 10:15 AM LEARN GROW THRIVE Every Tuesday HISTORY the movie - and then compare on a different adventure every of the German Aryan people.

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10:30 AM your role models. For ages 5-9. ages 12-18 Dec 10: Polar Express by Chris Are you an aspiring Picasso?

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10:30 AM The Legend of John Henry Explore the history and For ages 5-10.

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Homework Studio win one of three gift cards. For 25-30 minutes. For babies 0-24 1:00 PM Every Monday agesHISTORY 12-18. MONTH History Month months.

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Résumé Help Every Monday 6:00 PM Join senior business consultant Saundra Robinson for résumé help. Please bring your résumé saved on a flash drive, and she will give you individualized assistance to brush it up. Space is limited, and to sign up, please call (615) 880-3951 ext.

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The Vinyl Spinners Club Every 2nd Tuesday 6:30 PM The Vinyl Spinners meet to listen to an assortment of albums and discuss music.

Remember to bring your vinyl.

3rd Tuesday Book Club Every 3rd Tuesday 6:30 PM We always welcome new members. Call (615) 880-3951 for more information and the latest book titles.

December 19: Lady Cop Makes Trouble by Amy Stewart January 16: The Glass Castle by Jeanette Walls February 20: Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann Be Here For Bingo Every 4th Wednesday 2:00 PM Enjoy a few rounds of Bingo for prizes, while meeting other community members. And Bingo’s what we play, O! Small World Yoga Every Wednesday LEARN 5:30 PM Breathe and stretch with Small World Yoga in this beginnerfriendly class. Borrow one of our mats or bring your own. All ages and abilities welcome.

Coffee and Classic Movies Every 1st Thursday 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM Dec 7: Christmas in Connecticut (1945) Jan 6: The Apartment (1960) Feb 1: From Here to Eternity (1953) Not Your Average Movie Night Every 3rd Thursday 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Dec 21: Dragnet (1987) Jan 18: Witness for the Prosecution (1957) Feb 15: Clash of the Titans (1981) Board Game Blowout Every 1st Saturday

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10:30 AM – 12:30 PM Come to the library and enjoy playing various board games, including chess, checkers, and even Monopoly! All ages welcome.

The Loopty Throughs Every 3rd Saturday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Join other knitters, crocheters, and needleworkers for a time of fun, as well as learning, while working on your own project. Remember to bring your supplies.

Hermitage House of Cards Every 4th Saturday 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM Like to play cards? Want to learn new card games? Join this fun group of card game enthusiasts for various friendly card games.

Coupon Swap Every day in January For Hunger Awareness Month, we are holding a coupon swap.

Bring some, take some.

Recipe Contest Every day in January Bring in your favorite recipes, and at the end of the month, voters will choose their favorites. The library will then create a pamphlet filled with the winning recipes.

Vision Board Party

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2:30 PM Vision boards are powerful GROW THRIVE visualization tools that can help you attract the people and things into your life—that YOU want! Use recycled magazines while having fun mapping out your future, remain true to yourself, and define your goals with a vision board.

El Anatsui: From Trash to Treasure with Turnip Green Saturday, Feb 3 2:00 PM Contemporary artist El Anatsui is inspired by “huge piles of detritus from consumption,” like bottle tops and tin cans, seen in West Africa due to limited recycling technology.

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Decorate a Holiday Cookie Saturday, Dec 23 10:30 AM Cookie decorating is a fun holiday activity. Sugar cookies will be provided to decorate with colored icing and assorted sprinkles and candies. For ages 6-12, but all ages are welcome.

Registration is required. Please call (615) 862-5827 or stop by to register.

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This colorful marionette and hand-and-rod puppet play is based on African tales of a tricky spider who uses his History Month cleverness to achieve his wishes. The Wood and Strings Puppet Company created the show’s beautiful marionettes especially for the Library, while our very own Wishing Chair Productions created the handand-rod puppets and all other aspects of the show. For ages 2-10, but all are welcome.

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Create Recycled Items Christmas Jewelry Saturday, Dec 2 2:00 PM Using recycled materials, create interesting Christmas jewelry to wear or give as gifts.

Space is limited: registration is required. Please call (615) 862-5866 or visit the library to register.

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Wash Tub Bass. When Africans HISTORY MONTH arrived in America, they used DIY Closet Fresheners Prepping the Garden for Early AFRICAN AMERICAN everyday items to replicate Saturday, Feb 17 Spring Planting this instrument, which was 2:00 PM HISTORY MONTH Saturday, Jan 20 originally made in Africa.

History Month Add a bit of aromatherapy 10:30 AM Presented by the National to your closets with these Dan Harrell, Community/ Museum of African American air-dry clay closet fresheners.

School Garden Coordinator at Music. For ages 6-12.

Participants will make the AFRICAN AMERICAN the UT Agriculture Extension in base in class, then complete HISTORY MONTH Davidson County, presents an Mufaro’s Beautiful Daughter: the project at home after the informational session on how An African Tale, with Michael item dries. Instructions and to get your garden ready for Mclendon supplies for completion will be early spring crops.

Saturday, Feb 10 distributed. Space is limited: 10:30 AM registration is required. Please Create your own Winter Herb Hear the story of spiteful call (615) 862-5866 to register.

Garden Manyara and considerate For teens ages 13-17, and Saturday, Jan 27 Nyasha as a professional AFRICAN AMERICAN adults.

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Puppet Truck presents: Anansi Writing Workshop dried-up markers, and take the Spider Saturday, Jan 27 home extra recycled paper so Saturday, Feb 24 2:00 PM you can paint what you see TEEN 2:30 PM This is a workshop for through your own window! For AFRICAN AMERICAN Programming homeless, transitional, or This colorful marionette and ages 5-12, but all are welcome.

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Every Saturday in Dec AFRICAN AMERICAN 2:00 PM 2:00 PM HISTORY MONTH Learn how to make soy Children’s Family Story Hour After the movie ends, stick Mufaro’s Beautiful Daughter: candles with a variety of HISTORY MONTH Every Monday Programming around for a fun holidayAn African Tale, with Michael African Am scents and colors. Supplies will 10:30 AM inspired ornament or craft Mclendon HISTORY M be provided. Registration is HISTORY MONTH Join us for stories, crafts, and project with Mr. Jake. For ages Wednesday, Feb 21 African American required. Please call (615) 862Preschool Story Time fun as children learn the joy of 5 and up.

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Old Hickory Library continued Beading With Betsy Tuesdays, Dec 5 and Feb 6 6:30 PM We will use beads from all around the world to create one-of-a-kind bracelets.

Participants will take home their creations. Class size is limited to 10. Registration is preferred. Call (615) 862-5869 to register.

Old Hickory Chess Club Every 2nd Tuesday at 6:00 PM Every 3rd Saturday at 2:00 PM Come join us at the Old Hickory Branch for chess in a relaxed atmosphere. We’ll help you learn and improve your game.

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Blow Skiing Game Tuesday, Dec 19 2:00 PM Join us for this fun winter-time game! For ages 8-13.

Valentine’s Day Craft Wednesday, Feb 14 4:00 PM Show someone how much you care with fun and easy Valentine’s Day craft! For ages 8-13.

Make Apple Smiles Snacks Tuesday, Jan 9 4:00 PM Apple smiles are a fun and tasty treat that are sure to keep you grinning! For ages 8-13.

Make a Marshmallow Snowman Tuesday, Jan 23 4:00 PM Glue mini marshmallows together to create your perfect snowman! Practice counting and learning about shapes as well with this craft. Eat a few marshmallows while you’re at it! For ages 8-13.

Make an Egyptian Sistrum Tuesday, Feb 20 4:00 PM A sistrum is a hand-held percussion instrument that dates back to Ancient Egypt.

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Art Journal Swap Meet Tuesday, Jan 2 6:30 PM Share techniques and materials with others who create art journals. This informal workshop encourages exploration and connection in a friendly environment. Bring your art journal and extra supplies for this fun swap meet!

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No sewing skills required! For ages 8-13.

Make a Polar Bear Mask Tuesday, Dec 12 4:00 PM Transform yourself into an unbearably cute polar bear with this fun and east craft! For ages 8-13.

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Hunger Awareness Story Time: Bear Wants More Monday, Jan 8 10:30 AM Did you know January is Hunger Awareness Month at the Library? Join us for a story time and craft based on Bear Wants More by Karma Wilson.

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Polar Express Photo Booth Saturday, Dec 2 1:00 PM The Friends of the Richland Park Library present a holiday photo opportunity celebrating the classic children’s book, The Polar Express, by Chris Van Allsburg. Bring along your camera and take photos of the whole family in front of a backdrop themed from the book. Perfect for this year’s holiday card or letter. Enjoy a children’s holiday craft as well.

For kids of all ages. This is a fundraiser event for the Friends of the Richland Park Library that is free to the public.

Donations are welcome, but not required.

Kids Yoga Saturdays, Dec 9, Teens Cook LEARN AFRICAN Jan 6, Feb 3 Tuesday, Jan 16 Hunger Awareness Story Time: 10:30 AM 4:00 PM Bear Wants More This yoga class, tailored just Teens can practice their Tuesday, Jan 30 for kids, gives your child the culinary skills while learning 4:00 PM opportunity to move, play, a fun and easy recipe! No Did you know January is HISTORY MONTH breathe, and wind down from cooking experience required.

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PM HISTORY MONTH Programming 1:00 This event is designed for The Harmonica: From Nothing children on the autism to Something spectrum and their families.

Preschool Story Time Tuesday, Feb 6 We’ll dim the lights and lower Every Monday 4:00 PM the volume so that audience 10:30 AM Explore the history and sound members can move around, Join Ms. Lou Anne for stories, of the harmonica, from its talk, and enjoy the movie as songs, and crafts.AFRICAN For ages development in Europe in the they see fit! Snacks and bottled AMERICAN 2-6. Feb 5: African American early 1800s through today. water provided. Participants History Month theme.HISTORY Feb 12: MONTH Presented by the National may bring their own snacks as History Month Valentine’s Day theme.

Museum of African American well. For more information Music. For ages 8-12. regarding this sensory friendly Baby and Me Story Time program, please email annie.

Every Wednesday at 10:30 AM. Shoe Rubbing Craft herlocker@nashville.gov or Every Thursday at 11:30 AM Wednesday, Feb 7 call (615) 862-5870. Lightning Join Ms. Lou Anne for stories 4:00 PM McQueen competes in the and activities for caregiver and African-American inventor Jan World Grand Prix, while Mater baby to do together. For babies Matzeliger invented the shoe accidentally becomes involved 24 months or younger. lasting-machine. Join us as we in international espionage. G. learn about him and make a 2011. 112 min.

Kids Movie Matinee cool craft using our shoes! For Every 1st and 3rd Friday ages 8-13.

Christmas at Kids Time 10:30 AM Thursday, Dec 14 Join us for a family friendly kids Abe Lincoln Penny Craft 4:30 PM movie.

For ages 0-4.

Monday, Feb 12 Join us as we celebrate Dec 1: Cars 2 (2011) 4:00 PM the season by making 3-D Dec 15: Polar Express (2004) Make a silhouette of America’s snowflakes and creating Jan 5: Frozen (2013) 16th president using the coins holiday cards for those Jan 19: Cars 3 (2017) that bear his likeness. Learn less fortunate. All supplies Feb 2: Charlotte’s Web (2006) facts about Lincoln, and see provided. For ages 6-17.

Feb 16: Finding Nemo (2003) who has the oldest penny! For ages 8-13.

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Kids Time: Hunger Awareness Thursday, Jan 11 4:30 PM School age? Come on in! Can you believe there are hungry people around the world? We’ll learn more and have games, crafts, and snacks along with a lot of FUN! For ages 5-12.

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Contemporary artist El Anatsui is inspired by “huge piles of detritus from consumption,” like bottle tops and tin cans, seen in West Africa due to limited recycling technology.

Explore his work, then use materials diverted from American landfills to make your own artwork. For ages 5-12, but all are welcome.

BalancED Yoga Every Thursday 6:15 PM LEARN Join BalancED for Renewed’s free community yoga program.

Classes are offered throughout the year, and the focus of each class is body positivity.

You’re invited to join at any point to explore mindfulness and self-acceptance through the practices of yoga and meditation. All levels are welcome. You must bring your own yoga mat and must register online prior to your first class at http:// renewedsupport.org/balancedregistration/. If you have questions about registration, call us at (615) 862-5870.

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One-on-One Job Help Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, by appointment Need help with your resumé or applying for jobs online?

Make an appointment for one-on-one help. Sessions are by appointment only and are limited to one hour. ¡Hablamos español! We offer appointments in Spanish. To make an appointment, stop by, call (615) 862-5870, or email timothy.allman@nashville.gov.

One-on-One Tech Help Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, by appointment Do you need help with email, Microsoft Office, or just to get started with computers? Do you need help learning how to use your smartphone? Would you like to use NPL’s free online music, movies, eBooks, magazines, and audiobooks?

We can help! Set up an appointment for one-on-one technology assistance. Sessions are by appointment only and are limited to one hour. ¡Hablamos español! We offer appointments in Spanish. To make an appointment, stop by, call (615) 862-5870, or email kevin.mcmahon@nashville.gov.

Writers Night Every Monday, Dec 4-Jan 15 Every Wednesday, Jan 24-Feb 28 6:00 PM Chat with other writers, or use the space to work on your own projects independently.

If you’re bringing something for the group to critique, show up early and ask staff to make copies for you. Writers of all levels are welcome! For more information, email kevin. mcmahon@nashville.gov or call (615) 862-5870.

Friends of Richland Park Branch Meeting Every 2nd Tuesday 6:00 PM Find out how you can get involved at the Richland Park Branch. New members are always welcome.

Richland Park Book Club Every 4th Saturday, except Dec 23 1:00 PM Join us for a lively book discussion. Open to newcomers. For more information or to find out how to get a copy of the book, call (615) 862-5870 or email annie. herlocker@nashville.gov.

Dec: no meeting Jan 27: Hidden Figures, by Margot Lee Shetterly Feb 24: Anything is Possible, by Elizabeth Strout Polar Express Photo Booth Saturday, Dec 2 1:00 PM The Friends of the Richland Park Library present a holiday photo opportunity celebrating the classic children’s book, The Polar Express, by Chris Van Allsburg. Bring along your camera and take photos of the whole family in front of the Polar Express themed backdrop. Perfect for this year’s holiday card or letter. Enjoy a children’s holiday craft as well.

For kids of all ages. This is a fundraiser event for the Friends of the Richland Park Library that is free to the public.

Donations are welcome, but not required.

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Learn how to use your library card toTHRIVE check out eBooks and GROW eAudiobooks to read on your smartphone, tablet, Kindle, or computer. iPads are provided, but feel free to bring your own personal device. Registration is required. To register email kevin.mcmahon@nashville.gov or call (615) 862-5870.

Creative Writing Workshop for Immigrants and Refugees Every Monday, beginning Jan 22 6:00 PM This free eight-week workshop explores writing creatively from life experiences and the imagination. We discuss short pieces of fiction, memoir, and poetry as a class, then write our own. Our class environment is diverse and welcoming, with supportive feedback from the instructor and other students. We welcome English learners with all levels of experience with creative writing (including none!). For more information, visit porchtn.org/outreach. To sign up or ask questions, email Anna Silverstein at anna@ porchtn.org.

WNBA Book Club Saturday, Feb 17 10:15 AM Book club hosted by the Women’s National Book Club.

Newcomers welcome. Group meets every other month. For more information, visit http:// wnbanashville.org/book-groupdiscussions.

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Read, Play, Grow: Preschool Every Tuesday in Dec 10:30 AM Please join us for fun activities that develop and promote early literacy skills in your child.

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STEAM Stations Every Tuesday in Dec 4:30 PM Join us for fun STEAM-related activities that develop and promote literacy skills in your

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Little Bookworms Story Time Every Tuesday, beginning in January 10:30 AM Parents, bring your children for a fun-filled program with stories, songs, rhymes, and a special craft! For ages 3-5.

Lee, Juega, Aprende (Read, Play, Grow) Todos los miércoles en diciembre 10:30 AM Por favor acompáñenos a disfrutarse de un programa divertido con actividades que le ayudaran a sus niños a prepararse para leer. Para niños de 2-5 años.

Hora de Cuentos Todos los miércoles, comenzado en enero 10:30 AM Bienvenidos a nuestra Hora de Cuentos! Acompáñenos a leer, cantar, y jugar en un programa que será muy divertido para toda la familia.

Nature Squad Every Tuesday, beginning in Jan 4:30 PM Come learn to plant and grow your own food! This fun, hands-on program develops an understanding and appreciation of nature in kids ages 4 and up. Children age 4 must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited; pick up a free ticket at the Children’s Desk when you arrive to reserve your spot.

Read, Play, Grow: Babies and Toddlers Every Thursday in Dec 10:30 AM Please join us for fun activities that develop and promote early literacy skills in your child.

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Babies and Books Every Thursday, beginning in January 10:30 AM Babies and their caregivers are welcome to join us for tickle rhymes and wiggle songs. We will share the best practices to promote early literacy skills.

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Participation is limited; registration is required. Please call (615) 862-5871 or visit the Children’s Desk to register.

LEGO Mania Friday, Dec 1, 4:30 PM Every Friday, 2:00 PM, beginning in Jan Join us for LEGO Mania and bring your creativity!

Bring your imagination, and we’ll provide the LEGO bricks! Children can create masterpieces of their very own.

A snack is also provided. For ages 5-12.

Read, Play, Grow: All Ages Every Saturday in Dec 10:30 AM Join us for fun activities that develop and promote literacy skills in your child. For ages 3-7, but all ages are welcome.

Saturday Story Time Every Saturday, beginning in Jan 10:30 AM Join us for a fun time with stories, eBooks, songs, and rhymes. For ages 3-7, but all ages are welcome.

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Hunger Awareness Story Time: Maddi’s Fridge Tuesday, Jan 2 4:30 PM Did you know January is Hunger Awareness Month at the Library? Join us for a story time and craft based on Maddi’s Fridge by Louis Brandt, the story of two best friends who go to the same school, play at the same park, and live in the same neighborhood - but who have one really big difference: Sofia has a refrigerator full of food; Maddi doesn’t. For grades K-2.

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Mufaro’s Beautiful Daughter: An African Tale, with Michael Mclendon Saturday, Feb 17 10:30 AM Hear the story of spiteful Manyara and considerate Nyasha as a professional storyteller performs this African tale that evokes the History Month Cinderella story we all know and love. For ages 3-9, but all are welcome.

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Gaming Daze Every Monday 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM Every week, teen gamers are invited for an afternoon of gaming. Explore our selection of Xbox, Wii and board games, or bring one from home for a group gaming session. For grades 7-12.

Art and Tech Every Tuesday 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM Join us every Tuesday in the Studio for a special Art and Tech project. Activities will include painting, vinyl stickers, 3D pens and prints, perler beads, rainbow looms, soldering, Little Bits, and more!

For grades 7-12.

ACT Prep Every Tuesday, Feb 6 - Mar 27 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Do you need help preparing for the ACT? Learn study tips, test structure, and more. For ages 14-18. Registration is required.

Please call (615) 862-5871 to register.

Cypher Every Wednesday 4:00 PM Teen poets, emcees, DJs, spoken word artists, and producers meet to develop their work, share pieces, and collaborate on projects. Hosted

by Southern Word. For teens in grades 7-12.

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Southeast Branch Library Book Southeast Branch Writers Sale ADULT Group Friday, Jan 26: 10:00 AM - 5:30 Programming AFRICAN AMERICAN 1st and 3rd Saturdays through PM Jan 20 Saturday, Jan 27: 10:00 AM HISTORY MONTH Gentle Chair Yoga 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 4:30 PM Monday, Feb 5 Calling all adult and teen Sunday, Jan 28: 2:00 PM - 4:30 Yoga 10:30 AM LEARN G writers!

We’re hosting a writers PM Every Monday Registered yoga instructor group for Choose from an assortment LEARN GROW THRIVEadults and teens 6:30 PM Barbara Clinton leads a to share their work and gain of books, movies, and music!

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H Jacob Lawrence: Picturing Fierce Finance programs possible. Cash or Beginners to intermediates Community with Turnip Green Every 2nd and 4th Saturday credit only. welcome. Start your week off Monday, Feb 12 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM right with free yoga. For ages 10:30 AM A monthly gathering focused 18 and up only.

Thompson Lane Learn about the artist Jacob on embracing a serious attitude 380 Thompson Lane Lawrence, who celebrated his and behavior to improve your Citizenship Class with African-American american community financial future. Each month 615-862-5873 Nashville Adult Literacy in his paintings and used will cover a different topic.

Council History Month simplified shapes to create Each session stands alone. For Every Monday and Wednesday, bustling neighborhood scenes. more information, contact 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM Create artwork about your own Children’s JoAnn Scaife at joascaife@ Every Tuesday and Thursday, using shapes cut gmail.com.

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Programming neighborhood from fabric and paper.

Study for the citizenship test at WIC Mobile Lab your local library. Review the Watkins Park Mondays, Dec 4, Jan 8, Feb 5 100 questions, improve your Family Story Time 612 17th Avenue N Tuesdays, Dec 19, Jan 16, Feb English, reading and writing Every Wednesday 20 skills, and learn about the 10:30 AM 615-862-5872 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM interview process. Students Join us for reading, musical Families new to WIC benefits who complete the class will movement, singing, crafts, HISTORY MO may attend the new WIC also get free filing of the N-400. nursery rhymes, puppets, and Mobile Clinic to pick up Children’s Classes offered in partnership more. For ages 18 months-5 vouchers instead of going with Nashville Adult Literacy years.

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AFRICAN Council. Registration is WIC Mobile pick-up sites are required. Call (615) 298-8060 Hunger Awareness Story Time: designed to be closer and more to register.

Bear Wants More Winter Celebrations Story convenient for families, often Wednesday, Jan 17 TIme within walking distance of Meditation 101 10:30 AM HISTORYTuesday, MONTH Dec 19 participants’ homes.

Every 4th Thursday Did you know January is Hunger 1:30 PM African AF A LEARN GROW THRIVE 6:30 PM Awareness Month at the HISTORY Come and enjoy a half hour of Crafty Adults: Winter Holiday Practice meditation for free Library? Join us for a story time stories, songs, and activities.

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Saturday, Dec 2 include time for meditating, More by Karma Wilson. When 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM reading, and discussion springtime comes, Bear wakes Celebrate Kwanzaa Feeling crafty? Want a quick on various topics, such as up very hungry and thin! Bear’s Thursday, Dec 28 break? Adults are invited to happiness and inner peace. friends help him finally satisfy 1:30 PM create a unique winter holiday his HUGE hunger in a most Kwanzaa is observed Dec 26AFRICAN AMERICAN craft. Drop by any time during Adult Education High School surprising way. For ages 2-5.

Jan 1. Learn more about this HISTORY MONTH this program to relax and make Equivalency Classes jubilant celebration through something of your very own.

Every Friday Global Education presents: lecture, songs and activities.

10:00 AM – 12:30 PM Afro-Latin Dance Team History Month HISTORY MONTH For ages 9-11.

Online Marketing Workshop Earn your high school Wednesday, Feb 21 African American Saturday, Jan 20 equivalency diploma. Free 10:30 AM HISTORY MONTH It’s A New Year Story TIme 10:30 AM HiSET classes are offered in Global Education Center’s Thursday, Jan 4 Start the New Year off right partnership with the YWCA Afro-Latin Dance Team shares 4:30 PM and improve (or begin) online Family Literacy Center. Start cultural traditions from Latin Come and enjoy a halfAFRICAN hour of A marketing for your business! writing the story of your American countries like Cuba, stories, songs, and activities.

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Game On story of two best friends who & Gift Crafts • Holiday Thursday, Jan 18 go to the same school, play at 3:30 PM the same park, and live in the Enjoy playing video games with same neighborhood - but who AFRICAN AMERICAN your friends. For ages 12-17. have one really big difference: HISTORY MONTH Sofia has a refrigerator full of Global Education presents food; Maddi doesn’t. AFRICAN For ages Nyama Drum Ensemble 5-9.

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AFRICAN AMERICAN and receive decorating ideas HISTORY MONTH American and tips to help makeAfrican your Stamp on History HISTORY MONTH HISTORY MONTH home look fun and festive.

Thursday, Feb 22 4:30 PM Stamp On History Guest speaker Roderick Monday, Feb 26 Townsend highlights significant AFRICAN AMERICAN 11:00 am African-American historical Guest speaker Roderick figures honored by the United HISTORY MONTH States Postal Service on stamps History Month Townsend will highlight AFRICAN AMERICAN significant African-American in the Black Heritage Series. For AFRICAN AMERICAN historical figures honored by ages 6-17.

HISTORY MONTH HISTORY MONTH the United States Postal HistoryService Month on stamps in the Black Heritage Spoons Playing: From Nothing Series. to Something Wednesday, Feb 28 4:30 PM Hear the “Spoons Man” play!

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12 Days of Christmas Wednesday, Dec 20 1:30 PM Do you know the lyrics to the “12 Days of Christmas”? Join us as we sing and celebrate the Christmas holiday. For ages 12-17.

Be Well at NPL is our investment in mental and physical health for the citizens of Nashville. Whether you’re 6 or 60, an athlete in your prime or just starting out, you’re welcome to take part in free exercise, meditation, cooking, and other healthy living programs. Check the back of Unbound for listings at your closest NPL location, and for the most up-to-date information, visit https://library.nashville.org/event/be-well-npl.

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The Metro Council Goes on Record as Recognizing Nashville Public Library as 2017 Library of the Year WHEREAS, in 1897, the Tennessee General Assembly passed the Library Law, which authorized cities of 20,000 or more to establish and maintain free public libraries and reading rooms; and

WHEREAS, Nashville Public Library was established in 1898 and was then known as the Howard Library; and WHEREAS, Nashville Public Library now has twenty-one locations across the city, over 350 employees, more than 500 volunteers, and serves over 680,000 Davidson County residents; and

WHEREAS, on June 6, 2017, Nashville Public Library was named the “Library of the Year” by the Library Journal magazine, which described Nashville Public Library as “a model for the nation and the world.”; and

WHEREAS, an awards judge and director of the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library described Nashville Public Library as “a champion of diversity and inclusiveness and a literacy gladiator;” and

WHEREAS, Nashville Public Library has broad engagement with the local school system and renowned educational initiatives, such as the

early reading outreach program Bringing Books to Life, and the student accessibility program Limitless Libraries, both of which are unique in the United States; and

WHEREAS, Nashville Public Library is distinctive in having Wishing Chair Productions, its own resident puppet troupe and puppet truck program, which proudly preserves Tom Tichenor’s 79-year-old puppetry legacy; and

WHEREAS, in 2008, Nashville’s first International Puppet Festival, held at the Main Library, reached over 15,000 children and adults and is now one of the library’s most popular programs; and

WHEREAS, Nashville Public Library is home to the Civil Rights Room and Collection, a space that houses a collection of 150 oral histories, photographs, periodicals, manuscripts, and news accounts; and

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WHEREAS, the Civil Rights Room and Collection is accessible to all Nashvillians and was created to preserve and honor the stories of local

and national civil rights pioneers, as well as provide a forum for conversations about current civil rights issues and complex community dynamics; and

WHEREAS, much of Nashville Public Library’s strength and vitality comes from the community that has embraced it, including the Friends of

Nashville Public Library, as well as individual and corporate members of the community who support Nashville Public Library generously through the Nashville Public Library Foundation, whose public-private partnerships enable the Library to find innovative ways to meet community needs; to offer these services and resources at no cost to local families; and to reach even more of Nashville’s students, families, and lifelong learners; and

WHEREAS, Nashville Public Library helps meet challenges and the opportunities we all face as a growing city as demonstrated through its

other notable programs and services such as Studio NPL, NPL BoomBox, as well as health literacy, adult education, and digital literacy efforts; and

WHEREAS, it is fitting and proper that the Metropolitan Council recognizes Nashville Public Library for its momentous achievement and

honors the library’s continuous commitment to community education and engagement, fulfilling its mission to inspire reading, advance learning, and connect our community.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT OF NASHVILLE AND DAVIDSON COUNTY: Section 1. The Metropolitan Council hereby goes on record as recognizing Nashville Public Library, its patrons, staff, board members, supporters and volunteers for their hard work and achievement of the Library Journal’s 2017 Library of the Year award.

Section 2. That the Metropolitan Council Office is directed to prepare a copy of this Resolution to be presented to Library Director Kent Oliver.

Section 3. That this Resolution shall take effect from and after its adoption, the welfare of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County requiring it.

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Did You Know?

Nashville Public Library is a place for wellness and health literacy. NPL offers free activities and resources, including yoga and cooking classes, in a program called Be Well at NPL. In 2016, NPL reached more than 15,000 people, delivering 989 health and wellness workshops. Thanks to the many individuals, corporations and foundations who support the Library through the Nashville Public Library Foundation, the Library can offer Be Well programs at no cost to participants.

People from around the world choose to make a home in Nashville. They visit Nashville Public Library to get immigration forms, take free ESL classes, and use free resources to prepare for the U.S. citizenship exam.

These services are part of the city’s “Pathway for New Americans” initiative. Thanks to generous individuals, corporations, and foundations that support the Nashville Public Library Foundation, the Library can offer this initiative at no cost to the community.

People of all backgrounds still struggle in a very real, local “digital divide.” Everyday tasks - banking online, emailing teachers and bosses, researching health information – remain out of reach. With access to tools and training through the Library’s Digital Inclusion initiative, digital learners can become “digital citizens.” Thanks to support from corporations, individuals, and foundations through the Nashville Public Library Foundation, the Library can offer these resources and services to individual learners and partnering organizations at no cost to the community.

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At Nashville Public Library, we believe children will learn to read – and later read to learn – if they first begin by reading for fun. That’s what makes Bringing Books to Life, the Library’s early reading outreach program, so important. NPL’s team of educators gives Pre-K reading workshops for teachers, parents, caregivers, and families, on weekends and evenings, across Nashville, in English and Spanish. What’s more, the Library offers these workshops at no cost to students, teachers, or families, thanks to support from individuals, corporations, and foundations through the Nashville Public Library Foundation.

In 2016, nearly 7,000 people benefitted from more than 800 adult literacy classes and workshops at NPL. The Library’s Adult Education efforts cover a wide spectrum of literacy topics, all designed to meet very real, local needs.

Thanks to support from individuals, corporations, and foundations through the Nashville Public Library Foundation, the Library can offer space, resources, and services to individual learners and partnering adult literacy organizations at no cost to the community.

The Nashville After Zone Alliance Nashville After Zone Allance (NAZA),

Nearly 10,000 scholars, researchers, and tourists visit the Library’s Civil Rights Room every year. Nashville Public Library preserves a collection of oral histories, photographs, periodicals, manuscripts, news accounts, and more – all collected from people who created and witnessed the dramatic moments that make up Nashville’s Civil Rights history. Thanks to donations made through the Nashville Public Library Foundation, NPL can offer civil rights and human rights education programs to people across our community.

housed at NPL, is a nationally recognized network of after-school programs at 40+ schools and community centers across the city.

Through NAZA, students get academic support and participate in project-based learning and enrichment activities. Plus, NAZA’s summer program gives more than 400 young people the opportunity to explore future careers.Thanks to funding through the Metro Government of Nashville and the Nashville Public Library Foundation, NAZA serves students at no cost to families.

Through a partnership with Metro Nashville Public Schools called Limitless Libraries, Nashville Public Library supports students’ success by giving them on-campus access to its collection of two millionplus books, databases, and other resources. Individuals, corporations, and foundations have embraced Limitless Libraries through the Nashville Public Library Foundation.

The Library’s Wishing Chair crew of professional performers uses puppetry to bring stories and tales to life. They inspire children, families, and people of all ages to experience literacy in a new way. Wishing Chair offers special story times and full-scale puppetry productions in the Main Library’s Children Theatre, while NPL’s traveling Puppet Truck takes shows to locations across the city. Thanks to the many individuals, corporations, and foundations that support the Nashville Public Library Foundation, Wishing Chair can reach nearly 100,000 people a year.

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Get Your Free Library Card Who can get a card?

Library cards are free for all residents of Davidson County, employees of Metro Government, and persons living within the Goodlettsville city limits.

Where do I get a card?

The Gift That Keeps on Giving Commemorative Library of the Year Library Cards

Sign up for a card online (www.library.nashville.org) and gain immediate access to all online library materials.

You may also apply for a library card in person at any library location. If you get a card in person, it allows immediate access to all library materials.

How do I get a card?

To get a card, present your ID and proof of address at any Nashville Public Library location. See Accepted Forms of ID below for documents that satisfy the proof-of-address requirement. If you are age 14 or older, you may register online to receive access to online library materials.

Accepted Forms of ID Driver's license or learner's permit School ID (if under 18) Military ID Passport ID only with date of birth Mail postmarked in the last month Pay stub issued in the last month Voter registration card Lease/deed agreement Current utility bill dated within one month

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It’s Free!

Get Your Nashville Public Library 2017 Library of the Year Commemorative Library Card .

You can either exchange your current card at no cost to you or ask for the commemorative card as a new patron.

Visit any NPL location or visit https://library.nashville.org/get-card,.

Offer Expires January 1, 2018.

Types of Library Cards There are several different types of library cards to suit different situations. If you are under 18 or do not have one of the approved forms of ID, consult this list to find a card that is right for you.

• Online Card - Ages 14 and Up • Children's Card (full privileges) Ages 13 and Under • Power Card (limited privileges) Ages 13 and Under • Young Adult Card - Ages 14-17 • Educator Card • Nonresident Cards • Courtesy Cards

Your library card is good at all 21 Nashville Public Library locations and for all digital services. library.nashville.org/getacard

Locations and Hours Main Library • 615 Church Street (Nashville) 37219 • (615) 862-5800 Monday - Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

System-wide Numbers General Information (615) 862-5800 Interlibrary Loan (615) 862-5780 Deaf & Hard of Hearing (615) 862-5750 Metro Archives (615) 862-5880 Account Services (615) 862-5789 Overdues & Fines (615) 862-5792 Renewal Line (615) 862-5890 Talking Library (615) 862-5874

Main Library Numbers Children’s Department (615) 862-5785 Conference Center (615) 862-5727 Popular Materials (615) 862-5852 Nonfiction (615) 862-5793 Reference Service (615) 862-5793 Special Collections (615) 862-5782 Teens

(615) 862-5774

Bellevue Branch Library

720 Baugh Road (Nashville) 37221 • (615) 862-5854 Monday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Bordeaux Branch Library

4000 Clarksville Pike (Nashville) 37218 • (615) 862-5856 Monday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Donelson Branch Library

2315 Lebanon Road (Nashville) 37214 • (615) 862-5859 Monday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday: Closed

East Branch Library

206 Gallatin Avenue (Nashville) 37206 • (615) 862-5860 Monday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Tuesday: 12:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Thursday: 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Friday: Closed Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday: Closed

Edgehill Branch Library

1409 12th Avenue South (Nashville) 37203 • (615) 862-5861 Monday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Friday: Closed Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday: Closed

Edmondson Pike Branch Library

5501 Edmondson Pike (Nashville) 37211 • (615) 880-3957 Monday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Friday: 10:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m.

Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Goodlettsville Branch Library

205 Rivergate Parkway (Goodlettsville) 37072 • (615) 862-5862 Monday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday: Closed

Green Hills Branch Library

3701 Benham Avenue (Nashville) 37215 • (615) 862-5863 Monday - Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Hadley Park Branch Library

1039 28th Avenue North (Nashville) 37208 • (615) 862-5865 Monday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Friday: Closed Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday: Closed

Hermitage Branch Library

3700 James Kay Lane (Hermitage) 37076 • (615) 880-3951 Monday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

All library facilities will be closed Sunday, December 24, 2017; Monday, December 25, 2017; Tuesday, December 26, 2017 for Christmas Holidays All libraries will be closed Monday, January 1, 2018 for New Year’s Day All libraries will be closed January 15, 2018 for Martin Luther King Holiday February 19, 2018 for Presidents Day

Inglewood Branch Library

4312 Gallatin Pike (Nashville) 37216 • (615) 862-5866 Monday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday: Closed

Looby Branch Library

2301 Rosa Parks Blvd. (Nashville) 37228 • (615) 862-5867 Monday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Friday: Closed Saturday:10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Sunday: Closed

Madison Branch Library

610 Gallatin Pike South (Madison) 37115 • (615) 862-5868 Monday - Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Closed until Fall 2018 Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

North Branch Library

1001 Monroe Street (Nashville) 37208 • (615) 862-5858 Monday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Friday: Closed Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Sunday: Closed

Old Hickory Branch Library

1010 Jones Street (Old Hickory) 37138 • (615) 862-5869 Monday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Tuesday: 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Thursday: 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Friday: Closed Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday: Closed

Pruitt Branch Library

117 Charles E. Davis Blvd (Nashville) 37210 • (615) 862-5985 Monday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Friday: Closed Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday: Closed

Richland Park Branch Library

4711 Charlotte Avenue (Nashville) 37209 • (615) 862-5870 Monday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday: Closed

Southeast Branch Library

5260 Hickory Hollow Parkway (Antioch) 37013 • Suite 201 (615) 862-5871 Monday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Friday: 10:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m.

Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Thompson Lane Branch Library

380 Thompson Lane (Nashville) 37211 • (615) 862-5873 Monday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday: Closed

Watkins Park Branch Library

612 17th Avenue North (Nashville) 37203 • (615) 862-5872 Monday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Friday - Sunday: Closed

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