(BLOUNTVILLE) 1655 Blountville Blvd., Blountville | 423-279-2714
Monday, May 5th at 10:00am - Gentle Chair Yoga - Chair yoga is an adapted yoga practice that allows you to stay seated while practicing yoga focused poses. No reservation required. Also available on Zoom by calling at least 2 days ahead to receive a Zoom invitation.
Monday, May 5th at 10:30am - Sing and Play Story-Time- For infants through age 2, our youngest patrons and their grown-ups can join us for a special time of bonding through songs and stories. Rhythm and play helps even the youngest among us prepare for reading and speech.
Monday, May 5th at 1:00pm - Geri-Fit - Geri- Fit is a strength training exercise class for mature adults or those with mobility challenges.
Tuesday, May 6th at 6:00pm - Zumba! Come join the party! We're pleased to offer this free, fast-paced dance class to our patrons. Learn some moves and shake it out weekly with certified ZIN instructor Christina! You can also Zumba on Zoom! Just call by the Monday before class to receive a Zoom Link
Wednesday, May 7th from 1:00 - 3:00pm - Knit and Crochet - Join our knit and crochet group to work in the company of other fiber enthusiasts to create useful items for our community. All skill levels welcome.
Wednesday, May 7th at 3:30pm - Gentle Chair Yoga - Chair yoga is an adapted yoga practice that allows you to stay seated while practicing yoga focused poses. No reservation required. Also available on Zoom by calling at least 2 days ahead to receive a Zoom invitation.
Wednesday, May 7th at 3:30pm - Garden Club with Tyler - This will be a weekly event during the month of May. Come learn how gardens grow as we prepare and tend the library garden for the season. Already have a green thumb? Lend us your expertise! New to gardening? Come get your hands dirty. Open to growing enthusiasts of all ages. No registration required.
Thursday, May 8th at 10:00am - Geri-Fit - Geri-Fit is a strength training exercise class for mature adults or those with mobility issues. No reservation is required to attend.
*Thursday, May 8th, 15th and 22nd at 1:00pm - Eat Well, Feel Well - In conjunction with the UT Extension office of Sullivan County, Eat Well, Feel Well is a series created to address the unique needs of older adults concerning nutrition, food safety, food preparation and physical activity. Participants will learn more about cooking and receive free tools such as a water bottle, vegetable peeler, and refrigerator thermometer, as well as different food samples every week! Registration for this class has ended.
Friday, May 9th at 10:30am - Pre-K Story-time -A Pre-kindergarten story-time is for ages 2-5 to help build skills needed for entering school. Pre-K story-time has picture book time along with activities or crafts that help children learn concepts and socialize with other children of the same age. Our themes are the same at each branch, so if you miss the story-time at your branch you can always visit another. This week we'll celebrate all the different types of moms during Mother's Day! We'll read books about Mother's Day and make a craft for a special mom in our lives.
Saturday, May 10th at 10:30am - Family Fun & Stories with Ms. Nancy - Mother's Day! We’ll have a story and other fun. Geared toward PreK and Elementary kids and their families! No RSVP required!
Saturday, May 10th at 11:30am - Family Craft: Mother's Day Fingerprint Flower Art -Come make a personalized, beautiful keepsake for yourself or to give as a gift to a loved one. Registration required there is still some space available please call the Blountville branch at 423-279-2714 by May 6th.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
*Thursday, May 15th and 22nd at 1:00pm - Eat Well, Feel Well - In conjunction with the UT Extension office of Sullivan County, Eat Well, Feel Well is a series created to address the unique needs of older adults concerning nutrition, food safety, food preparation and physical activity. Participants will learn more about cooking and receive free tools such as a water bottle, vegetable peeler, and refrigerator thermometer, as well as different food samples every week! Registration for this class has ended.
*Monday, May 12th at 6:00pm - Evening Class Galaxy Coasters DIY - Make an out-of-this-world set of coasters to keep or give as a fun gift! Please RSVP by end of day May 5th, in person, by phone or online.
*Tuesday, May 13th at 11:30am - Morning Class Galaxy Coasters DIY - Make an out-of-this-world set of coasters to keep or give as a fun gift! Please RSVP by end of day May 5th, in person, by phone or online.
Wednesday, May 14th at 2:30pm - Tech Time: All About Apps Class - There's an app for just about everything, and navigating what apps are useful and how to get them can be confusing. Join us for this tech talk all about apps, where to find them, what ones can be useful, how to organize them on your device, etc. No registration required.
Thursday, May 15th at 5:30pm - Wellness Warriors Book Club - Interested in a more holistic approach to health and wellness? This book club is for you! We’ll be discussing the second half of the book The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk. Also available through Zoom, please call the library at 423-279-2714 to receive an invite.
*Friday, May 16th at 1:00pm - Extra Credit: STEM Bouncy Balls - Join us for a STEM-tastic lesson to learn how to create your own bouncy balls. Be prepared to get your hands messy. Recommended for ages 8-13, registration required by May 9th. Register in person, by phone or online.
Monday, May 19th at 4:30pm - Teen/Tween D&D - Ages 8-14 Dungeons and Dragons game held monthly. Join any time. No RSVP required.
Wednesday, May 21st at 6:00pm - Romantasy Book Club - Like your fantasy books with a hint (or sometimes hunk) of spice? This is the book club for you. Bring a snack to share and join us in person or join us online by requesting a Zoom invitation at least one day in advance (call 423-279-2714 to request). This month's book is Emily Wilde's Encycolpedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett. This book is just one flame on the spice-o-meter.
*Thursday, May 22nd and Friday, May 23rd at 5:30pm - Teen Sourdough Class - Teens 13-17 will learn the ins and outs of making sourdough bread and keeping a sourdough starter. This is a two-night class held at the UT Extension office in Blountville. Registration required by May 15th.
For more information on these upcoming events, please visit our calendar at www.scpltn.org
149 Pactolus Rd., Kingsport | 423-239-1100
Monday, May 5th at 9:00am - Chair Yoga - Chair yoga is an adapted yoga practice that allows you to stay seated while practicing yoga focused poses. No reservation required.
Wednesday, May 7th at 9:00am - Chair Yoga - Chair yoga is an adapted yoga practice that allows you to stay seated while practicing yoga focused poses. No reservation required.
Thursday, May 8th at 9:30am - Pre-K Story-time -A Pre-kindergarten story-time is for ages 2-5 to help build skills needed for entering school. Pre-K story-time has picture book time along with activities or crafts that help children learn concepts and socialize with other children of the same age. This week we'll celebrate all the different types of moms during Mother's Day! We'll read books about Mother's Day and make a craft for a special mom in our lives.
Thursday, May 8th at 1:30pm - "I Survived" with Daniel - We’ll make our way through more of this popular series and learn interesting facts about the events depicted. This class takes place every Thursday in May and is geared toward ages 8-12. This week we'll discuss: I Survived the Shark Attacks of 1916
Friday, May 9th at 2:00pm - Art History with Daniel - Mr. Daniel will lead kids ages 8-12 through a new art history lesson each week, we’ll also make some art of our own inspired by the lesson. This month we’ll be learning about art in popular culture. This week will be: Movie Poster Art -From Jaws to Star Wars we’ll look at the art styles and influences for famous movie posters.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Monday, May 12th at 2:00pm - Financial Planning for Retirement - Silas Crowe from Goodwill will speak about financial planning for retirement. No RSVP required.
Monday, May 12th from 4:00pm - 8:00pm - Supper at the Library - We’ll be open late this evening to allow patrons to browse our shelves before or after grabbing their supper meal at one of the food trucks in our parking lot! No food or drink is allowed inside the library but we will have dining areas set up outside for al fresco dining, before or after your library visit.
*Tuesday, May 13th starting at 3:00pm - Read to JB the Therapy Dog -Therapy Dog, JB, will be in the library by appointment between 3:00pm and 4:00pm to listen to young readers as they practice their new skills. Reading to a canine has been proven to reduce stress and build confidence in new readers. To schedule your child’s 15-minute appointment to read to JB, please call the library at 423-239-1100.
Wednesday, May 14th at 4:00pm - A Visit from Warrior's Path State Park's Ranger, Marty Silver! Warrior’s Path Park Ranger, and town favorite wildlife guru, Marty Silver will be at the library with some of his animal friends.
Thursday, May 15th at 1:30pm - "I Survived" with Daniel - We’ll make our way through more of this popular series and learn interesting facts about the events depicted. This class takes place every Thursday in May and is geared toward ages 8-12. This week we'll discuss: I Survived the Eruption of Mount St. Helens, 1980
Friday, May 16th at 2:00pm - Art History with Daniel - Mr. Daniel will lead kids ages 8-12 through a new art history lesson each week, we’ll also make some art of our own inspired by the lesson. This month we’ll be learning about art in popular culture. This week will be: National Parks Poster Art -From The Smokey Mountains to The Grand Canyon we’ll look at the vistas and art styles that drew people from all over to the National Parks.
Monday, May 19th at 5:30pm - Book Club - Join our book club to discuss a book each month, this month’s book is West with Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge.
Wednesday, May 21st at 5:30pm - Art History with Daniel for Grown-Ups - We'll have lively discussion and enjoy interesting facts about our favorite works of art in The Vatican Museums in Rome. No RSVP required to attend.
For more information on these upcoming events, please visit our calendar at www.scpltn.org
(Bluff City) 481 Cedar St., Bluff City | 423-538-1980
Tuesday, May 6th at 10:00am - Chair Yoga - Chair yoga is an adapted yoga practice that allows you to stay seated while practicing yoga focused poses. No reservations required.
Tuesday, May 6th at 10:45am - Pre-K Story-time - A Pre-kindergarten story-time is for ages 2-5 to help build skills needed for entering school. Pre-K story-time has picture book time along with activities or crafts that help children learn concepts and socialize with other children of the same age. This week we'll celebrate all the different types of moms during Mother's Day! We'll read books about Mother's Day and make a craft for a special mom in our lives.
Thursday, May 8th at 10:00am - Chair Yoga - Chair yoga is an adapted yoga practice that allows you to stay seated while practicing yoga focused poses. No reservations required.
Thursday, May 8th at 11:30am - Reader's Choice Book Club - Reader's Choice Book club will be discussing Dear Edward by Ann Napolitano.
Saturday, May 10th at 10:00am - Geri-Fit - Geri-Fit is a strength training exercise class for mature adults or those with mobility issues. No reservation is required to attend.
Saturday, May 10th at 2:00pm - Cards of Encouragement - For ages 6-17, give back to your community by coming to the library to create and write cards of encouragement to be taken to a local assisted living facility. No RSVP required.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Monday, May 12th at 12:00pm - Constellation Cards and UV Bead Bracelets for all ages - We will be making constellation cards and UV bead bracelets to show the effects of the sun and stars. All ages welcome. No RSVP required.
Friday, May 23rd at 5:30pm - Spice Club! A culinary experience for adults - Join us for a night of exploration. Open your palettes to a new spice: the ancho chili! We will explore its history and taste test a recipe made using the spice, Ancho Chile-Mexican Chocolate Cookies. Participants will receive a copy of the recipe as well as the spice needed for the recipe. Please RSVP by May 18th!
For more information on these upcoming events, please visit our calendar at www.scpltn.org
104 Bluegrass Dr., Kingsport | 423-349-5990
Monday, May 5th at 10:30am - Pre-K Story-time and Activity -A Pre-kindergarten story-time is for ages 2-5 to help build skills needed for entering school. Pre-K story-time has picture book time along with activities or crafts that help children learn concepts and socialize with other children of the same age. This week we'll celebrate all the different types of moms during Mother's Day! We'll read books about Mother's Day and make a craft for a special mom in our lives.
Tuesday, May 6th at 5:00pm - Adult Board Game Night - Join Sullivan Gardens for our Adult Board Game Night - no kids allowed! We'll have a variety of games to choose from. Bring your friends! No registration is required.
*Wednesday, May 7th at 4:00pm - Blazing Bays Beginner Hiking Club - New to hiking or interested in getting started? Meet Derek for a nearby hike with our hiking club! Trail difficulty rated at moderate. Registration is required by day before event. Please call 423-349-5990 or stop by to register and to receive the park meet-up location. We’ll be meeting at Bays Mountain to hike. There is a $7 per car parking fee unless you are a Bays Mountain Park Member.
Thursday, May 8th at 5:00pm - Family Board Game Night - Looking for a fun family event? Join Sullivan gardens for Family Board Game Night. We will have games such as Candy Land, Battleship, checkers, and more! No registration is required.
Friday, May 9th at 5:00pm - Trivia Night! Stop by Sullivan Gardens for our Trivia Night! This month's theme is general knowledge with categories including history and pop culture. No registration is required.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Tuesday, May 13th at 4:00pm - Scribble Art for Elementary Students - Stop by Sullivan Gardens to create your own scribble art! Everyone can do this simple art craft, no drawing experience required. Intended for elementary age kiddos. No registration required.
Friday, May 16th at 4:00pm - BYOT (Bring Your Own T-shirt) T-shirt Totes for Teens and Adults - Adults and Teens are welcome to join Sullivan Gardens in this fun craft! Bring your own t-shirt and we will upcycle it into a cute tote bag! No registration required.
Saturday, May 17th at 1:00pm - Introduction to MacBook - Everyone is welcome to join Sullivan Gardens as we go over the basics of MacBooks. We will cover set up, customization, and settings. No registration is required.
For more information on these upcoming events, please visit our calendar at www.scpltn.org
3230 Van Horn Street, Kingsport, TN | 423-288-1310
*Tuesday, May 6th at 2:00pm - Yarn Tales - Crochet Club - Join us at the Bloomingdale Branch Library for our crochet group. Bring your yarn and projects and share yarns and ideas with others twice a month. Please register for this activity. Limited to 8 adults due to space. Please register in person, by phone or online to let us know you are planning to come.
Wednesday, May 7th at 10:30am - PreK Story-time - A Pre-kindergarten story-time is for ages 2-5 to help build skills needed for entering school. Pre-K story-time has picture book time along with activities or crafts that help children learn concepts and socialize with other children of the same age. Our themes are the same at each branch, so if you miss the story-time at your branch you can always visit another. This week we'll celebrate all the different types of moms during Mother's Day! We'll read books about Mother's Day and make a craft for a special mom in our lives.
*Thursday, May 8th at 10:30am - Bee Happy Spring Craft - This month at the Bloomingdale Branch Library, we will be making a bee themed craft to brighten your May days! This Class is FULL.
Thursday, May 8th at 3:30pm - Kid's Chess Club -Want to learn to play chess or find friends to play with? Join us at the Bloomingdale branch for some instruction and then game play. This is a weekly event. No reservations required for elementary and middle school age kids!
Friday, May 9th at 11:00am - Organic Gardening - Come learn the basics of organic gardening. No RSVP required.
*Saturday, May 10th from 12pm - 2:00pm - Mixed Group Dungeons and Dragons - This Dungeons and Dragons game is for anyone over 12 years old. Join us at the Bloomingdale every other Saturday for this role playing adventure game. Please RSVP so that our DM can work your character into the story. RSVP in person, by phone or online.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Monday, May 12th at 5:30pm - Bingo at Bloomingdale - We’ll be hosting our monthly FREE bingo game for small prizes. Join us for a couple of rounds. Must be age 12 or older to play. No RSVP required.
*Tuesday, May 20th at 2:00pm - Yarn Tales - Crochet Club - Join us at the Bloomingdale Branch Library for our crochet group. Bring your yarn and projects and share yarns and ideas with others twice a month. Please register for this activity. Limited to 8 adults due to space. Please register in person, by phone or online to let us know you are planning to come.
Friday, May 23rd from 9am -4pm - The Plant Doctor is In - Have a sick plant? Not sure what to do? Bring your plant in between 9-4 for advice to help it improve and grow. The Plant Doctor is in!
*Saturday, May 24th from 12pm - 2:00pm - Mixed Group Dungeons and Dragons - This Dungeons and Dragons game is for anyone over 12 years old. Join us at the Bloomingdale every other Saturday for this role playing adventure game. Please RSVP so that our DM can work your character into the story. RSVP in person, by phone or online.
For more information on these upcoming events, please visit our calendar at www.scpltn.org
Staircase in the Woods
By Chuck Wendig
Paranormal Thriller
Five high school friends are bonded by an oath to protect one another no matter what. Then, on a camping trip in the middle of the forest, they find something extraordinary: a mysterious staircase to nowhere. One friend walks up--and never comes back down. Then the staircase disappears. Twenty years later, the staircase has reappeared. Now the group returns to find the lost boy--and what lies beyond the staircase in the woods. . .
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The JFK conspiracy : the secret plot to kill Kennedy-and why it failed
By Brad Meltzer
Adult Non-Fiction - Biography
From the New York Times bestselling authors of The Nazi Conspiracy and The Lincoln Conspiracy comes a true, little-known story about the first assassination attempt on John F. Kennedy, right before his inauguration. Kennedy, the thirty-fifth president of the United States, is often ranked among Americans' most well-liked presidents. Yet what most Americans don't know is that JFK's historic presidency almost ended before it began-at the hands of a disgruntled sociopathic loner armed with dynamite. On December 11, 1960, shortly after Kennedy's election and before his inauguration, a retired postal worker named Richard Pavlick waited in his car-a parked Buick-on a quiet street in Palm Beach, Florida. Pavlick knew the president-elect's schedule. He knew when Kennedy would leave his house. He knew where Kennedy was going. From there, Pavlick had a simple plan-one that could've changed the course of history. Written in the gripping, page-turning style that is the hallmark of Brad Meltzer and Josh Mensch's bestselling series, this is a slice of history vividly brought to life. Meltzer and Mensch are at the top of their game with this brilliant exploration of what could've been for one of the most compelling leaders of the 20th century.
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Great Big Beautiful Life
By Emily Henry
Romance
Two writers compete for the chance to tell the larger-than-life story of a woman with more than a couple of plot twists up her sleeve in this dazzling and sweeping new novel from Emily Henry. Alice Scott is an eternal optimist still dreaming of her big writing break. Hayden Anderson is a Pulitzer-prize winning human thundercloud. And they're both on balmy Little Crescent Island for the same reason: To write the biography of a woman no one has seen in years-or at least to meet with the octogenarian who claims to be the Margaret Ives. Tragic heiress, former tabloid princess, and daughter of one of the most storied (and scandalous) families of the 20th Century. When Margaret invites them both for a one-month trial period, after which she'll choose the person who'll tell her story, there are three things keeping Alice's head in the game. One: Alice genuinely likes people, which means people usually like Alice-and she has a whole month to win the legendary woman over. Two: She's ready for this job and the chance to impress her perennially unimpressed family with a Serious Publication. Three: Hayden Anderson, who should have no reason to be concerned about losing this book, is glowering at her in a shaken-to-the core way that suggests he sees her as competition. But the problem is, Margaret is only giving each of them pieces of her story. Pieces they can't swap to put together because of an ironclad NDA and an inconvenient yearning pulsing between them every time they're in the same room. And it's becoming abundantly clear that their story-just like the tale Margaret's spinning-could be a mystery, tragedy, or love ballad...depending on who's telling it.
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Location: 1655 Blountville Boulevard, Blountville, TN, USA
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