D&D Club
2025-02-25 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Library Meeting Room, 9318 Apison Pike, Collegedale, TN, United States
Join us this month to play D&D!
Ages 11+, Limited Availability

Mardi Gras Drop-in Event at the Library!
2025-03-04 | Library Meeting Room, 9318 Apison Pike, Collegedale, TN, United States
Laissez les bon temps! Let the good times roll! Drop-in Mardi Gras event at the Library! Starting at 11:00 AM until supplies run out – we will have New Orleans tunes, a mask making station, bracelet making station and Mardi Gras coloring sheets. Each individual checking out a book will receive a strand of beads. We will also have cake to celebrate the occasion.

Introduction to Libby
2025-03-04 16:00 - 17:00 | Library Meeting Room, 9318 Apison Pike, Collegedale, TN, United States
Want to discover thousands of eBooks and audiobooks for free? Whether you’re new to Libby or just need a little help, this 1-hour session will show you how to download, set up, and navigate the app.
What you’ll learn:
– How to download and set up Libby
– How to borrow eBooks & audiobooks
– Tips and tricks for a seamless experience
Need extra help? Sign up for a one-on-one tech appointment after the event for personalized support!

One-on-One with a Financial Advisor
2025-03-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Library Meeting Room, 9318 Apison Pike, Collegedale, TN, United States
The Library is offering One-on-One sessions with Anthony Young who is a financial advisor from Thrivent, a non-profit financial organization. 30 minute sessions are free and private in our meeting room. Getting your finances in order isn’t always easy or clear. That’s why Anthony is here to provide the expertise and support you need. Whether you’re just starting out or preparing for a meaningful retirement, you deserve personalized financial guidance driven by what’s important to you. Together, we’ll assess your financial picture and explore how you can.
There are 4 sessions available starting at 5:00 PM: 5:00, 5:30, 6:00 and 6:30. Sessions are free, but limited. Please register for a session (only one session per person). If you need to cancel, please let us know so we can contact someone on the waiting list. Open to the community – no library card requirement. *No products will be sold*
Pre-register today to reserve a spot!

Origami Workshop: Bunny Bookmarks
2025-03-10 17:30 - 18:45 | Library Meeting Room, 9318 Apison Pike, Collegedale, TN, United States
Join local Math teacher and origami artist Ms. Shirley for some magical March paper crafting. We will learn to fold bunny bookmarks.These corner-style book marks are a cute way to mark your book pages. This program is open to anyone in the community, free with no library card requirement.

Dungeons and Dragons Club
2025-03-11 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-03-25 17:30 - 19:30 | Library Meeting Room, 9318 Apison Pike, Collegedale, TN, United States

Medicare 101: Discussion and Q&A!
2025-03-11 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-03-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Library Meeting Room, 9318 Apison Pike, Collegedale, TN, United States
Join us for Medicare 101: Discussion and Q&A! This session is being led by Mr. Tim Reynolds, a local Licensed Medicare Advisor who is passionate about demystifying Medicare for future enrollees or those enrolled who are curious about any upcoming updates or changes to Medicare policy and procedure. This session and his services are free of charge to our library community and everyone is welcome, no library card requirement for attendance. Bring your questions and get clear answers!

Chess Club
2025-03-16 14:00 - 15:00
Join us for a fun and engaging Chess Club event at the library! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player, all skill levels are welcome. The library has limited boards, please bring your own if possible!

March Cookbook Club: Recipe Swap & Dinner
2025-03-17 17:00 - 18:30 | Library Meeting Room, 9318 Apison Pike, Collegedale, TN, United States
Come and join us for a second Recipe Swap & Dinner during March at the Katie Lamb Public Library in Collegedale. Select a cookbook (from our collection or from your personal library) and prepare a dish of choice. Bring a copy of the recipe instructions to share with everyone while you sample other delicious home-cooked meals.Open to any adults, young adults/teens who enjoy cooking or baking and would like to participate – no library card membership required.

Creature Features: Arctic Fox
2025-03-20 16:30 - 17:00 | Chestnut Hall, 4750 Swinyar Dr., Collegedale, TN, 37363, United States
Join us for an exciting event in Chestnut Hall at the Commons! Creature Features will visit us to present their Arctic Fox and teach us about these interesting animals. This event is for all ages, however, there is only room for 40 people so sign up soon! All attendees will need to sign up for a spot, including adults.

String Theory
2025-03-22 15:00 - 16:00 | Library Meeting Room, 9318 Apison Pike, Collegedale, TN, United States
Bring any style of needlework project (knit, crochet, cross stitch, embroidery…) to this informal gathering and talk about books, recipes, and whatever else strikes your fancy while you work.

Sign Language Basics for Babies and Toddlers
2025-03-27 14:00 - 14:30 | Library Meeting Room, 9318 Apison Pike, Collegedale, TN, United States
Our Collegedale neighbor, student and library patron Ms. Ellie will be here to teach us some of the basics of ASL communication to toddlers and baby + their parent, grandparent or other guardian. She will demonstrate greetings, basic words and emotions in order to allow our youngest patrons to communicate before developing their verbal skills. Join Ms. Ellie for a taste of ASL communications for parents and babies/toddlers!

Closed Easter
2025-04-20
The Katie Lamb Public Library will be Closed in observance of Easter on Sunday, April 20, 2025.

Chess Club
2025-05-11 14:00 - 15:00 | East Room City Hall
Calling all chess enthusiasts – whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player, the library’s Chess Club is the place to be! Join us for a fun and engaging session where you’ll play chess with others! Chess is not only fun but also strengthens important skills like critical thinking, problem-solving, and logical reasoning. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn, compete, and grow your chess skills!
The library has limited boards, please bring your own if possible!

Medicare 101: Understanding Your Options
2025-05-12 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-05-28 17:00 - 19:00 | City Hall​, 4910 Swinyar Dr, Collegedale, TN, 37315, United States
Join us for Medicare 101: Understanding Your Options! This informative session is lead by Mr. Tim Reynolds, a local Licensed Medicare Advisor who is passionate about demystifying Medicare for future enrollees or those enrolled who are curious about any upcoming updates or changes to Medicare policy and procedure. This session and his services are free of charge to our library community and everyone is welcome, no library card requirement for attendance. Bring your questions and get clear answers!

Dungeons and Dragons Club
2025-05-13 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-05-27 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-06-10 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-06-24 17:30 - 19:30
Join us this month to play D&D in the library pop-up!
Ages 11+, Limited Availability

Origami Workshop: Spring Flowers
2025-05-14 16:30 - 17:30 | City Hall​, 4910 Swinyar Dr, Collegedale, TN, 37315, United States
Join local Math teacher and origami artist Ms. Shirley for some Spring fun and paper crafting. We will learn to fold fun and festive flowers. This program is open to anyone in the community, free and no library card requirement.

Sign Language Basics for Babies and Toddlers
2025-05-15 14:30 - 15:00 | City Hall​, 4910 Swinyar Dr, Collegedale, TN, 37315, United States
Our Collegedale neighbor, student and library patron Ms. Ellie will be here to teach us some of the basics of ASL communication to toddlers and baby + their parent, grandparent or other guardian. She will demonstrate greetings, basic words and emotions in order to allow our youngest patrons to communicate before developing their verbal skills. Join Ms. Ellie for a taste of ASL communications for parents and babies/toddlers!
This activity is open to anyone in the community – no library card requirement!

Family Craft: Paint by Sticker
2025-05-22 16:00 - 17:00 | City Hall​, 4910 Swinyar Dr, Collegedale, TN, 37315, United States
“It’s mesmerizing! Peel the sticker, place the sticker, and watch your painting come to life. Paint By Sticker is a compelling activity for artists, crafters, doodlers, and colorers of all ages, with everything you need to create vibrant, full-color “paintings,” and have a mindfully good time doing it.”
This activity is open to participants of all ages, first come, first served. All supplies provided – no library card requirement.

Origami Workshop: Frogs & Birds!
2025-06-05 17:30 - 18:30 | City Hall​, 4910 Swinyar Dr, Collegedale, TN, 37315, United States
Join local Math teacher and origami artist Ms. Shirley for some Summer fun and paper crafting. We will learn to fold colorful and crafty birds and frogs for our 2025 Summer Reading theme “Color Our World.”. This program is open to anyone in the community, free and no library card requirement.

Family Craft: D.I.Y. Bracelet Bar
2025-06-24 16:00 - 17:00 | East Room City Hall
Join us for a colorful bracelet-making bar as we “Color Our World” with a custom bracelet to keep. Mix and match all the colors and beads for your own unique designs and patterns. We hope to see you at the bracelet bar! This activity is open to participants of all ages, first come, first served. All supplies provided – no library card requirement.

Creature Features: Porcupine
2025-06-30 16:30 - 17:00 | West Room City Hall, 4910 Swinyar Dr, Collegedale, TN, 37363
*MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE*
Come meet a porcupine for an up-close animal encounter!

Family Craft: Annual Donut Painting Activity
2025-07-01 16:00 - 17:00 | West Room City Hall, 4910 Swinyar Dr, Collegedale, TN, 37363
Join us for our annual Donut Painting event that we continue bringing back every Summer! This year we’ve combined the program into an all ages, family activity. Participants will receive a donut and art paper to paint their own interpretation of this delicious, sweet pastry. Donuts are donated each Summer by our local favorite Tasty Donuts in Cambridge Square. This year we will be giving the completed works of art to the donut shop to display on their walls!
This activity is open to participants of all ages, first come, first served. All supplies provided – no library card requirement.

One-on-One with a Financial Advisor
2025-07-02 17:00 - 19:00 | East Room City Hall
