Lawson McGhee Children's Room closed Friday, July 11

The Children’s Room at Lawson McGhee Library will be closed Friday, July 11. 

Other departments will remain open, and the Children's Room will resume regular hours beginning Saturday. 

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Friends of the Library - Used Book Sale

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Burlington Branch Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary Age, Teens, Adults

Our used book sales take place at branch libraries throughout the year.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age" group
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Friends of the Library - Used Book Sale

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
Burlington Branch meeting room at Burlington Branch Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary Age, Teens, Adults

Our used book sales take place at branch libraries throughout the year.

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

LEGO CLUB for Kids and Teens

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Powell Branch meeting room at Powell Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary Age, Teens
LEGO Club:

Warm up those building fingers and come down for LEGO club, where you'll build alongside other kids who love LEGOs as much as you do! Your creativity + determination + bricks = LEG...

LEGO Club gives participants (children and teens) an opportunity to make interesting creations with Legos and have their designs displayed to the public at Powell Library.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Summer Scares: Creepy Board Game Creations

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Halls Branch meeting room at Halls Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Children, Elementary Age, Teens

Love games and all things creepy? Make your own haunted gameboard inspired by Jumanji!

Registration Required
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

LEGO CLUB for Kids and Teens

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Powell Branch meeting room at Powell Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary Age, Teens
LEGO Club:

Warm up those building fingers and come down for LEGO club, where you'll build alongside other kids who love LEGOs as much as you do! Your creativity + determination + bricks = LEG...

LEGO Club gives participants (children and teens) an opportunity to make interesting creations with Legos and have their designs displayed to the public at Powell Library.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Summer Nights at Cedar Bluff

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Cedar Bluff meeting room at Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft, Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Join us for Summer Nights at Cedar Bluff. Enjoy crafts, refreshments, and catchy tunes as we celebrate summer.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

3-D Storybook Characters

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Halls Branch meeting room at Halls Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Children, Elementary Age, Teens

Create 3-D storybook characters using recycled and upcycled materials. 

Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Norwood Cross-Stitch Guild

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norwood Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

This program is for intermediate and advanced stitchers to work together on larger on-going projects. Participants are encouraged to bring their own work. We encourage you to register by calling the branch.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Summer Scares: Make A Flying Bat

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Halls Branch meeting room at Halls Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Children, Elementary Age, Teens

Create your own bat out of paper and make it fly at the library!

Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Family Game Night

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Powell Branch meeting room at Powell Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Children, Elementary Age, Teens, Adults

Come one, come all! Bring the whole family for an evening filled with games. We’ve got something for everyone including a selection of tabletop board games and card games. This event is perfect for players of all ages.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Bug Adventures in Paint

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Howard Pinkston Branch meeting room at Howard Pinkston Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Children, Elementary Age, Teens

Ages 6+. Paint your favorite bugs in ridiculous outfits! 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Friends of the Library - Used Book Sale

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
Howard Pinkston Branch meeting room at Howard Pinkston Branch Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary Age, Teens, Adults

Our used book sales take place at branch libraries throughout the year.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Downtown Walking Tour: Puppies and Mules and Bears, Oh My!

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Lawson McGhee Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy, Lecture & Discussion, Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Knoxville is a dog-friendly town, but animals, cuddly and otherwise, have always been with us.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Cedar Bluff Puzzle and Board Game Swap

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Cedar Bluff meeting room at Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Drop off your unopened or gently used board games and puzzles July 14th – 24th to receive an Early Bird entry ticket for the event.
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Brush Hour

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Karns Branch meeting room at Karns Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Brush Hour is a no skills required art class for adults & teens (with a parent if under 14). Each month a new artist or medium will be explored. All supplies provided, paint clothes recommended.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Harry Potter Party

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
South Knoxville Branch Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

All ages | Enjoy Harry Potter themed activities, crafts, and games.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Cedar Bluff Builders Club

Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Cedar Bluff meeting room at Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft, Workshop, Help Session
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Go beyond LEGO and learn to build with different materials. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

The Chronicles of Yarnia!

Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Cedar Bluff meeting room at Cedar Bluff Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Knit, crochet, and create with fellow yarn enthusiasts, share ideas, and check out provided craft books for inspiration.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

DIY Henna Temporary Tattoos

Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Powell Branch meeting room at Powell Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Interested in trying out henna (temporary) tattoos, and learning more about the process?

Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Family Game Night

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Burlington Branch meeting room at Burlington Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft
Age Group:
Children, Elementary Age, Teens

Come one, come all for family game night! We’ve got something for everyone: board games, card games, PS4, and Wii games. Bring the whole family!

Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Appalachian Legends and Lore: Bigfoot and Friends

Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Karns Branch Library
Program Type:
Activity & Craft, Books & Authors, Special Event, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Elementary Age, Teens, Adults

Appalachia is rich with legends and folklore. Join us for an exploration of the European, African American, and Native American traditions that make up our cultural identity in East Tennessee.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Happy Birthday Howard Pinkston Branch Library

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 12:00pm - 7:00pm
Howard Pinkston Branch Library
Program Type:
Exhibition
Age Group:
Children, Elementary Age, Teens, Adults

It's our birthday! Browse pictures of Howard Pinkston Branch library over the last 25 years. Light refreshments served. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Halls Teen Book Club

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Halls Branch meeting room at Halls Branch Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Lecture & Discussion
Age Group:
Teens

Gather with other teens to discuss current fave reads at the Halls Teen Book Club!

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Book Tasting

All Day
South Knoxville Branch Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Ages 16+ | Visit our Pop-Up literary café, sampling different genres of books to help you decide what to read next!