Nashville Public Library

08/27/2026

Sewing 101: Emergency Repairs (Ages 18+)

Join us at the Madison Branch Library as we learn basic hand sewing skills and emergency repairs for clothing in a laid back setting.

Pre-registration is required as spots are limited. For more information, and to register, please email Ms. Kristi at [email protected].

08/26/2026

Share and trade cards, make crafts, and engage in friendly battles. Bring your handheld consoles or cards for casual gameplay. Don’t have any cards? We’ll have some available! All ages and experience levels welcome.

Contact: [email protected]

08/25/2026

Today, we honor the great Dolly Parton, whose light and love extended even beyond her legendary music and into our Library.

Her gift of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library books was transformational to our Begin Bright initiative.

We will continue to honor her legacy every day across NPL, as we celebrate the joy of books and reading and champion early literacy for generations of Nashvillians to come.

08/25/2026

Nashville R&B artist shelldhn kicks off our 2026 Courtyard Concerts series next Tuesday, September 1! Enjoy free live music at the Main Library from 11:45 AM to 1:00 PM. Bring your lunch — we'll bring the vibes. https://library.nashville.gov/events/courtyard-concerts-npl

08/23/2026

The 2026 Summer Reading Challenge is complete, and we have big news to share!
This year, 14,041 Nashvillians read a total of 449,369 days — both of which top last year’s totals. Way to go, Nashville, and thanks for reading with us this summer! And remember: we're here for our readers all year long. Stop by for a visit or see what's happening online at library.nashville.gov.

08/21/2026

Join us for Family Bingo Night at Hermitage branch!

DID YOU HEAR!?!?!? 👀🤯🥳

Family Bingo Night is returning, next week at 6:00PM! Bring your family, your friends, your neighborhood bestie for some good ol' fashion fun here at the Herm! 😁

08/20/2026

Join us September 5 to discover how transportation paved the way for American democracy, civic participation, and everyday life.

🎭 The stage is set—reserve your spot today! 🎟️

On Saturday, September 5th, Metro Archives invites you to join us for an afternoon of history featuring Elliott Robinson, Betsy Thorpe, Carter Newton, and other local experts. As they guide us down the roads, rails, and waterways that helped shape our nation, discover how transportation paved the way for American democracy, civic participation, and everyday life.

📍The program begins at noon in the Special Collections Center on the 2nd floor of the Main Library.
💻 A livestream option will also be available for those unable to attend in person.

In-person attendees will enjoy light refreshments and receive a commemorative keepsake from the event. For more information and to RSVP, click below. RSVP is not required, but space is limited—so reserve your spot while you can!

👉https://bit.ly/4wXAI8R

Public Library Tennessee 250 Tennessee State Museum

08/15/2026

Find free wellness programming at the Library! Be Well at NPL community partners offer classes on infant care, Tai chi, mindfulness, and more.

https://library.nashville.gov/events/be-well-npl

08/14/2026

Liven up your week with a timeless game of strategy and skill. Join us for Mah Jongg at multiple NPL locations!

https://bit.ly/3RFRv18

08/12/2026

In honor of Vinyl Record Day, scroll through for seven of our listening recs — all available to check out with your library card.

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