Teen Movie Lounge: Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist
Join us for a movie! We'll be watching "Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist." High school student Nick O'Leary, member of the Queercore band The Jerk Offs, meets college-bound Norah Silverberg and she asks him to be her boyfriend for five minutes. Rate PG-13.
Monday, November 9, 2009, 5:30 PM.
Burlington Branch Library.
Closed for Veterans' Day
The Library will be closed for Veterans' Day on Wednesday, November 11.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009.
Come Fly With Me!
Soar with us as we find adventure in the air: books and games, fingerplays and songs about hot air balloons and airplanes. Who knows where we'll travel during Aviation History Month?
Thursday, November 12, 2009, 10:30 AM.
Sequoyah Branch Library.
New Moon Trivia Contest
Get read for the big Knoxville premiere (Nov 17th at the Pinnacle) of "New Moon" by honing your knowledge of the entire Twilight series. Snacks and prizes available for humans.
Thursday, November 12, 2009, 4:00 PM.
Lawson McGhee Library.
The Books of Margie Palatini
Join us for crafts, fun activities and snacks all based on the books of Margie Palatini!
Saturday, November 14, 2009, 11:00 AM.
Carter Branch Library.
New Moon Premiere Party
Are you team Jacob or team Edward? Celebrate the release of the film "New Moon" with other Twilight fans at the Library! Dress up as your favorite character from the books--we'll have prizes for the best costume--and join in Twilight Trivia. We'll discuss favorite passages from the books, and our favorite parts of the first film. RSVP by November 10th by calling 573-0436.
Saturday, November 14, 2009, 2:00 PM.
Howard Pinkston Library.
Family Tellebration
Now in its 21st year, November is International Tellebration! Month. Our Family Tellebration is one among thousands of special performances around the world that seek to weave a web of appreciation of story. Join us in this free Knox County celebration featuring the Smoky Mountain Storytellers Association and their wonderful stories. The event will be hosted by Susan Fulbright with guest tellers Janice Brooks-Headrick, Owen Duncan, Kathleen Mavournin, Shirley Nicholson and Lovella Richardson.
Sunday, November 15, 2009, 2:00 PM.
Lawson McGhee Library.
Mystery Book Club
We'll discuss "Death By Darjeeling" by Laura Childs this month. When a man is poisoned by tea, Theo is the prime suspect. Now she has to prove her innocence and track down the real killer--before someone else takes their last sip.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 6:30 PM.
Carter Branch Library.
Grandmother's Dreamcatcher
Join us as we share stories, songs and games from Native American cultures. Then make your choice of an Ojibwe bawaajige nagwaagan or "dream snare" to take home for sweet dreams or a Huichol sikuli to ensure a long and healthy life.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009, 11:00 AM.
Karns Branch Library.
Brown Bag, Green Book
Dr. Jim McIntyre, Jr. Superintendent of Knox County Schools will discuss the book "Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature Deficit Disorder" by Richard Louv. Join us at the East Tennessee History Center in downtown Knoxville.
This program is part of a series presented by Knox County Public Library and the City of Knoxville focusing on sustainability in the Knoxville area. Feel free to join, even if you haven't read the book. For more information, please call Emily Ellis at 215-8723.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009, 12:00 PM.
Teen Movie Lounge: I Am Legend
Join us for a movie! We'll be watching "I Am Legend." Years after a plague kills most of humanity and transforms the rest into monsters, the sole survivor in New York City struggles valiantly to find a cure. Rated PG-13.
Thursday, November 19, 2009, 5:30 PM.
Bearden Branch Library.
Come Fly With Me!
Soar with us as we find adventure in the air: books and games, fingerplays and songs about hot air balloons and airplanes. Who knows where we'll travel during Aviation History Month?
Friday, November 20, 2009, 10:30 AM.
Lawson McGhee Library.
Booklover's Book Club
This month we'll be discussing "Loving Frank" by Nancy Horan. In this novel, Horan documents the clandestine affair between Frank Lloyd Wright and Mamah Borthwick Cheney. During construction of the house Cheney and her husband commissioned from Wright, a powerful attraction developed between Mamah and Frank. In time, the lovers, each married with children, embark on a course that would shock Chicago society and forever change their lives.
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 1:00 PM.
Fountain City Branch Library.
Family Movie Night: Wall-E
Join us for a showing of "Wall-E." In the distant future, a small waste collecting robot inadvertently embarks on a space journey that will ultimately decide the fate of mankind. Rated G.
Monday, November 23, 2009, 5:30 PM.
Burlington Branch Library.
All the Lassies: Puppet Show
Jimmy really, really wants a dog. And he will name her Lassie. Now, to get mom to agree to buying a dog! For ages preschool to early elementary. A craft will follow.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 4:00 PM.
Farragut Branch Library.
Grandmother's Dreamcatcher
Join us as we share stories, songs and games from Native American cultures. Then make your choice of an Ojibwe bawaajige nagwaagan or "dream snare" to take home for sweet dreams or a Huichol sikuli to ensure a long and healthy life.
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 10:10 AM.
Bearden Branch Library.
Closed for Thanksgiving
The Library will be closed for Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 26 and Friday, November 27.
Thursday, November 26, 2009.
Closed for Thanksgiving
The Library will be closed for Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 26 and Friday, November 27.
Friday, November 27, 2009.
Family Movie Night: Ella Enchanted
Join us for a showing of "Ella Enchanted." Ella is under a spell to be constantly obedient, a fact she must hide from her new step-family in order to protect the prince of the land, her friend for whom she's falling. Rated PG.
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 10:30 AM.
Bearden Branch Library.
Teddy Bear Picnic
Come dressed in pajamas with your teddy bear and enjoy stories, activities and crafts before we go on our picnic.
Monday, November 30, 2009, 6:30 PM.
Carter Branch Library.
Closed for Christmas
The Library will be closed for Christmas on Thursday, December 24 and Friday, December 25.
Thursday, December 24, 2009.
Closed for Christmas
The Library will be closed for Christmas on Thursday, December 24 and Friday, December 25.
Friday, December 25, 2009.