Build cool Lego gadgets and make them move with simple scratch programming! If you like building the new Lego sets, this is for you. (14 Sets Available first come, first served basis.) Ages 6+
Preschool storytime is an early literacy program for ages 3 to 5 years old with stories, music, and movement. *This event will be capped at 40 participants.*
This month we will be making small garden gazing balls to kick off Summer! These balls are easy and fun to make and prove to be a super cute addition to your porch or patio area. Not only do these dress up a flower patch but they also are a great conversation piece
Our Collegedale neighbor and library patron Ms. Sharon 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 […]
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 […]
Preschool storytime is an early literacy program for ages 3 to 5 years old with stories, music, and movement. *This event will be capped at 40 participants.*
Drop in between 2:00-3:30 PM for family Summer Reading fun! We want you all to read safely outside on your adventures this summer. Each participant receives a pair of black wayfarer sunglasses and an array of supplies to embellish their glasses for a fun, personalized look! We will also have some sporty and automobile accessories […]
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.
There are more than 3,000 species of snakes on the planet, and they’re found everywhere except in Antarctica, Iceland, Ireland, Greenland, and New Zealand. Come learn about some common snakes in Tennessee and have a meet and greet with a real-life (domesticated) snake. In addition, each participant will have the opportunity to paint their very own […]
Preschool storytime is an early literacy program for ages 3 to 5 years old with stories, music, and movement. *This event will be capped at 40 participants.*
Fiction Addiction Book Club will be discussing The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek by Kim Michele Richardson. *The Library will be adjusting the meeting time for Fiction Addiction during May-July to the third Wednesdays of each month at 4:00 PM (unless there is a state/national holiday that prevents us from meeting on the third Wednesdays). […]
Preschool storytime is an early literacy program for ages 3 to 5 years old with stories, music, and movement. *This event will be capped at 40 participants.*
Description: Join the Collegedale Public Library for a book club without the assigned reading! We invite fellow book worms to join us for an hour of silent reading at the library with a 10-minute period of book discussions. You can share what you are currently reading and maybe pick up a book rec from a […]
Crime Reads Book Club will be discussing Trailed: One Woman’s Quest to Solve the Shenandoah Murders by Kathyrn Miles. A riveting deep dive into the unsolved murder of two free-spirited young women in the wilderness, a journalist's obsession, and a new theory of who might have done it. In May 1996, Julie Williams and […]
Join us at the Collegedale Public Library for an introductory meeting of the new game sensation, Mahjong. This tile-based game dates back to 19th Century China with regional variants across Southeast Asia, Korea, Japan and Vietnam. It is considered a game of skill, strategy and luck. We are hosting this meeting to allow local novice […]
Join us for an exciting event in the west room at city hall! Creature Features will visit us to present their Collared peccary 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 […]
BINGO will play in rounds and is open to all ages! We will play for one hour and winners for each round will win small prizes. No entry fee. The library will provide the Bingo playing cards and plastic chips. We hope to see you there.
Meet Atreyu! This pup is all ears and ready to hear you read to him during our Paws to Read hour. Pick a book from our shelves and read to Atreyu or visit with him. If you are shy around dogs, you can watch Atreyu while you do the small craft provided. For safety, we […]
Join us for a morning with community Seniors! Our local origami teacher Ms. Shirley is back to teach us the art of folding origami swans. She is an excellent, patient teacher who will make you feel accomplished by the end of the workshop!
Our Collegedale neighbor and library patron Ms. Sharon will be here to teach us some of the basics of ASL communication. She will demonstrate greetings, basic words and emotions in order to greet our deaf friends in the community. Have you ever wished you could sign welcoming communications when greeting deaf or hard of hearing […]
Join Ms. Shirley for some fantastic frog folding fun adventures when we make origami jumping frogs and other reptiles during this Summer Reading origami session.
Have you ever wondered what it takes to make a piñata? Come to the library to find out! You'll get to design and create your very own. All while learning where they originated from, and you will get to try some sweet treats from this country. Ages 11-17 25 kits are available first come, first […]
Build cool Lego gadgets and make them move with simple scratch programming! If you like building the new Lego sets, this is for you. (14 Sets Available first come, first served basis.) Ages 6+
Preschool storytime is an early literacy program for ages 3 to 5 years old with stories, music, and movement. *This event will be capped at 40 participants.*
Inflation is high and vacations may be limited this Summer - so join us at the library to create your very own ‘beach in a jar’ to enjoy at home. You may not be able to visit the shore this season or maybe you just want to pretend you are there while you’re counting down […]