Remembering Prolific Children's Author Eve Bunting

Remembering Prolific Children's Author Eve Bunting November 7, 2023 If you are an avid reader of children's literature published in the last fifty years or so, chances are you have read one of Eve Bunting's books.…

Fire and Ice

Fire and Ice November 9, 2023 You know that I love me some natural disaster books. But I am also a fan of the frozen liquid called ice. When were traveling in Europe, where they do not believe in my favorite chilling beverage…

Genealogy Research

Genealogy Research Research your genealogy with free resources from the library! Metro Archives and the Special Collections Division have lots of materials and guides. Our genealogy databases help you start your research from home…

"Mademoiselle Fifi"

Mon, 10/30/2023 - 12:00 "Mademoiselle Fifi" Just Listen Podcast      "Mademoiselle Fifi" is a short story by Guy de Maupassant.  In Brussels in 1882 and in Paris the next year, a book with the same name included it in a collection of Maupassant…

HIELO! en Gaylord Opryland

Pre-K-5th grade students in Davidson County: Now you can read your way into ICE! – a dazzling display of larger-than-life sculptures, thrilling ice slides, and awe-inspiring tunnels at Gaylord Opryland Resort. Promoción para el Lector Genial En inglés…

Book Review: Home is Burning

Book Review: Home is Burning October 5, 2015 This is the most irreverent book I have ever read, and I mean that as a compliment. Dan Marshall tells about the year in his twenties when…

Children's Department at Main Unveils NEW Sensory Room!

Children's Department at Main Unveils NEW Sensory Room! November 21, 2023 What is a Sensory Room? Sensory Rooms are spaces designed for children with sensory-processing disorders as a place to relax, self-regulate, and…

The Nettle Spinner

Wed, 11/22/2023 - 12:00 The Nettle Spinner Family Folktales This story can be found in Andrew Lang’s Red Fairy Book. Hello, and welcome to Family Folktales from the Nashville Public Library.  I’m Susan Poulter, a Librarian at the Main Library.  Today’s…

The Story of King Frost

Wed, 01/03/2024 - 12:00 The Story of King Frost Family Folktales This story can be found in Andrew Lang’s Yellow Fairy Book. Hello, and welcome to Family Folktales from the Nashville Public Library.  I’m Susan Poulter, a Librarian at the Main Library.  …

The Adventures of Covan the Brown-Haired

Wed, 01/17/2024 - 12:00 The Adventures of Covan the Brown-Haired Family Folktales This story can be found in Andrew Lang’s Orange Fairy Book. Hello, and welcome to Family Folktales from the Nashville Public Library.  I’m Susan Poulter, a Librarian at the…

Food Reads for the Holidays

Food Reads for the Holidays November 23, 2023 The holidays are upon us friends. If you are still looking for some great food options to serve your friends and families, check out these foodie reads. Then go party hearty, Marty…

Body Liberation Books for the New Year

Body Liberation Books for the New Year November 16, 2023 I always love this time of year– gathering with loved ones, festive traditions, and lots of delicious food. Every year I look forward to treasured family recipes, like my…

Clever Maria

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 12:00 Clever Maria Family Folktales This story can be found in Andrew Lang’s Crimson Fairy Book. Hello, and welcome to Family Folktales from the Nashville Public Library.  I’m Susan Poulter, a Librarian at the Main Library.  Today’s…

The Merry Wives

Wed, 02/14/2024 - 12:00 The Merry Wives Family Folktales This story can be found in Andrew Lang’s Pink Fairy Book. Hello, and welcome to Family Folktales from the Nashville Public Library.  I’m Susan Poulter, a Librarian at the Main Library.  Today’s…

Amanda's Best of Nonfiction Reads 2023

Amanda's Best of Nonfiction Reads 2023 December 14, 2023 Wow. Is it really that time of year already? I feel like 2023 just flew by. Maybe because I’ve spent so much time reading good books. This week you get my favorite…