Author Spotlight: Jeff Mack

Author Spotlight: Jeff Mack August 20, 2019 Jeff Mack is a genius! He is easily one of my top five favorite authors for books to read with infants and toddlers. He makes my little…

Tackling Racism in Children's Classics: The Thanksgiving Story

Tackling Racism in Children's Classics: The Thanksgiving Story September 6, 2019 This blog post is part of a series examining classic children’s literature titles that have been deemed racist. Whether or not you choose to share classic books…

Remembering Toni Morrison: Books for Young Readers

Remembering Toni Morrison: Books for Young Readers August 29, 2019 The news of Toni Morrison's passing on August 5 was met with tributes and gratitude for a life well lived. While she is best known as the author of such novels as The Bluest Eye…

Penguin Palooza!

Penguin Palooza! August 13, 2019 When it's super hot outside (feels like 105!), I like to take my mind off of the searing heat by reading some fun books about penguins. Don't you? Yes I…

Your Kiddo is Headed Back to School. Is Their Backpack Safe?

Your Kiddo is Headed Back to School. Is Their Backpack Safe? August 15, 2019 Library Stresses Knapsack Safety at Weekend Wellness Session Nearly 7,800 children go to the emergency room…

Tackling Racism in Children's Books: Conversations in Seussland

Tackling Racism in Children's Books: Conversations in Seussland August 30, 2019 This blog post is part of a series examining classic children’s literature titles that have been deemed racist. Whether or not you choose to share classic books such…

Please Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood

Please Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood September 19, 2019 Ronald Wimberly has gathered and presents quotes from a dozen black luminaries in mutliple fields. He provides illustrations of each person, some background information, and their most memorable…

130 Years Later - the 8th Avenue Reservoir Still Stands

130 Years Later - the 8th Avenue Reservoir Still Stands August 24, 2019 The Metro Water Department and Metro Archives are commemorating the 130th anniversary of the completion of the 8th Avenue Reservoir and the George Reyer Pumping Station with an…

The Frog Prince Returns December 13

The Frog Prince Returns December 13 August 26, 2019 Wishing Chair Productions Brings Back One of Their Most Popular Shows */ Image courtesy of Brian Hull.A spoiled princess, a golden…

Happy Birthday, Read to Rise!

Happy Birthday, Read to Rise! September 12, 2019 It’s no secret that libraries love reading! But last year, when Nashville Public Library launched Read to Rise, we wanted the entire city of Nashville to know how critical reading to children from birth is…

In Honor of Labor Day

In Honor of Labor Day September 1, 2019 Emily Guendelsberger spent several months working at an Amazon fulfillment center in Kentucky, a Convergys call center in North Carolina, and a McDonald’s in San Francisco.  Her account of this time is an…

Classics by Women

Classics by Women September 5, 2019 It’s almost fall, which means it’s almost time to curl up with a blanket and hot chocolate and read some classics!  Here are some lesser-known suggestions…

Welcome to the Valley

Welcome to the Valley September 23, 2019 In about a month, Silicon Valley will start its last season on HBO. Here's why you should get caught up before it ends. I am here to admit I have…

“The Amazing Twins” Brings Ancient Maya to Life

“The Amazing Twins” Brings Ancient Maya to Life September 9, 2019 Library’s Puppet Truck Takes the Show on the Road Beginning September 18, Just in Time for Hispanic Heritage Month …

Laura Lea Balanced Cookbook

Laura Lea Balanced Cookbook September 8, 2019 As a self-proclaimed “foodie,” I love trying new cookbooks and learning from different chefs. I recently discovered local Nashville chef and author Laura Lea Bryant, and her cookbook has quickly become a…