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Join us! Meet fellow library lovers, discover the very best of Nashville Public Library, and become a part of powering literacy, life-skills, and connection for every Nashvillian.

Upcoming Events

Our events celebrate and showcase the very best Nashville Public Library has to offer.

  • Featured Event, Yearly
November 9, 2024

2024 Literary Award Gala Honoring James McBride

  • 5:30 pm to
  • 10:30 pm
Join us for the 20th annual Nashville Public Library Literary Award Gala on November 9. This year, distinguished author James McBride will be honored for his outstanding contributions to the literary world.
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  • Special Event
October 16, 2024

NCS Spooky Trivia Night

  • 6:00 pm to

Spooky Trivia Night is back! Join the Next Chapter Society for an evening of fun on the back patio at...

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  • Monthly
October 22, 2024

October Next Chapter Society Book Club at Fait La Force Brewing

  • 6:30 pm to
  • 8:00 pm

Join the Next Chapter Society for a lively discussion of Holly by Stephen King. NCS book clubs are free and...

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  • Special Event
October 30, 2024

Barry Sonnenfeld, author of “Best Possible Place, Worst Possible Time,” in conversation with Peter Kurland

  • 6:30 pm to
  • 8:00 pm

Parnassus Books, in partnership with Nashville Public Library Foundation, is pleased to present an evening with Barry Sonnenfeld, in conversation...

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  • Monthly
November 6, 2024

November Library 101 Tour

  • 4:30 pm to
  • 5:30 pm
Join us for a look behind the scenes and to find out about all that Nashville Public Library has to...
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In Case You Missed It

There are many ways for you to join in the fun throughout the year.

Library 101

View all upcoming dates for this behind the scenes tour of NPL.
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Picnic With the Library 

Experience our most family-friendly event of the year.
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Award Honors Literary Titans

Look back at the titans honored through this Gala celebration and beloved public lecture.
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String City

Celebrate a uniquely Nashville evening featuring the history of Country Music told through puppetry arts and live music.
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Literary Award Weekend

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Picnic

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String City

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Library 101

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