Spotlight on The Seed Exchange
In 2020, during the height of the pandemic, Christine Irizarry, a library associate at Green Hills, took over the Seed Exchange program at Nashville Public Library’s Green Hills Branch. With limited gardening experience but access to the library’s vast resources, Christine got to work. Every day, she hopped on her bike and pedaled to the […]
Limitless Libraries’ New Bookmobile Expands Access to Literacy for Nashville Students
In March 2025, Limitless Libraries will unveil its new bookmobile, a project three years in the making, developed with support from the Dollar General Literacy Foundation and brought to life by Matthews Specialty Vehicles. This mobile library aims to expand access to educational opportunities for students in Davidson County, beginning with Metro Nashville Public Schools’ […]
Spotlight on The Civil Rights Room’s Resources
Spotlight on The Civil Rights Room Resources The Civil Rights Room at Nashville Public Library is a space dedicated to honoring the city’s role in the Civil Rights Movement, showcasing a collection of resources that tell the story of local activism in the fight against segregation and the struggle for equality during the 1950s and […]
Spotlight On Digital Inclusion: Harold McGee’s Story
Harold McGee’s Journey to Digital Empowerment with Cyber Seniors At 30, Harold McGee’s life changed dramatically after a brain aneurysm and stroke left him paralyzed and blind. “I had to learn how to live all over again—how to walk, talk, eat,” Harold recalls. Despite the slow process, he was determined to reclaim his independence. After […]
Vote for us in NFocus Best Parties 2024 Readers’ Poll
NFocus has just launched its annual Readers Poll for the 2024 Best Parties contest, and we need your help to get recognized! To make sure your vote counts, you must vote in at least six categories. We’d be thrilled if you could support us by voting. We’ve also included some of our other favorites. Cast […]
City Leaders Bet Big on Begin Bright
Includes $5M Investment from The Frist Foundation – the Largest Gift Ever Made to NPLF NASHVILLE (November 26, 2024) — The Nashville Public Library Foundation (NPLF) announced that – only two weeks into public fundraising efforts for Begin Bright, a groundbreaking, new early literacy effort – they have raised 85% of their initial goal as […]
Meet the Board: Alvaro Manrique Barrenechea, Program Chair
When Alvaro moved to the United States in February 2015, his first U.S. account was with his local library. Despite not having a Social Security number or a U.S.-issued ID, he was able to access the vast resources offered by the library. This experience left an indelible mark on him. “Every time I visit one of our library branches, I’m reminded of how special it is and how fortunate we are to have such a resource, which isn’t available everywhere,” he says.
Nashville Public Library and Its Staff Celebrated at Metro Council Meeting
April 19, 2024 [Nashville, TN] – Metro Council unanimously passed a resolution on April 2, 2024, recognizing National Library Week and honoring the volunteers and staff of Nashville Public Library. The resolution expresses appreciation for the dedication of Nashville Public Library staff who work tirelessly to serve the community and promote literacy, lifelong learning and […]
The 2024 Carnegie Society Book Club
By NPLF The 2024 Carnegie Society Book Club – hosted by co-chairs Brooks and Bert Mathews and Deborah and Walter Clair, was held in the Special Collections Center of Nashville Public Library’s main branch on April 7, 2024. Carnegie Society members gathered in the Nashville Room – centered between the Civil Rights Room and the […]
Carnegie Society Book Club Celebrates the Story of Belle da Costa Greene
By NPLF Belle da Costa Greene’s impact on history is undeniable, leaving behind a profound legacy. In The Personal Librarian by Heather Terrell and Victoria Christopher Murray, this year’s Carnegie Society Book Club selection, Greene’s extraordinary life story is portrayed through the lens of historical fiction. Initially serving as the personal librarian to J.P. Morgan […]
Introducing String City Special Performer- Mary Gauthier
By NPLF The Nashville Public Library Foundation is proud to present Mary Gauthier as this year’s String City performer. Gauthier is a Grammy-nominated American folk singer-songwriter and author whose work masterfully explores the complexities of love, loss, resilience, and triumph. Gauthier has always been an avid reader. “When I was a kid, my mama […]
String City is Back at the Library on March 1
Nashville Public Library Foundation Hosts String City with Special Guest, Mary Gauthier By NPLF NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Nashville Public Library Foundation (NPLF) is proud to host String City with special guest Mary Gauthier, a fundraiser for Nashville Public Library set for Friday, March 1. This one-night only event celebrates the legendary puppet show String City: Nashville’s […]