Cozy Up to a Good Read

Cozy Up to a Good Read January 17, 2020 What's good about frigid and dreary winter weather? It's the perfect excuse to curl up with a good book. Check out this wealth of recommendations from some of our bloggers, and find out a bit more about them as you…

Madison Resident Shares Tai Chi at Her Local Branch

Madison Resident Shares Tai Chi at Her Local Branch January 18, 2020 "I find that regularly practicing tai chi is relaxing and helps to reduce stress. It has helped to improve my focus, muscle strength, flexibility, and balance." -Ann Hargis, Tai…

Most Checked-Out Books and Movies of 2019

Most Checked-Out Books and Movies of 2019 January 22, 2020 You asked, we answered! Presenting the most popular titles at NPL in 2019 (*Note: this list is based on the…

DIY Wedding Planning

DIY Wedding Planning February 3, 2020 Need a little wedding inspiration without all the email subscriptions? We're here to help. Let's face it: weddings are a lot of work. They take a…

Have I Got a Business Opportunity for You!

Have I Got a Business Opportunity for You! January 30, 2020 Hedge fund manager Bill Ackman has put billions on the line to expose Herbalife as an illegal pyramid scheme.   …

The Fifth Child

The Fifth Child February 16, 2020 You know when you pick it up that a book whose writer has won the Nobel Prize in Literature is going to be an important read.  I picked up The Fifth Child by Doris Lessing because it piqued my curiosity.…

Mystery Writers of America Presents VENGEANCE

Mystery Writers of America Presents VENGEANCE February 23, 2020 I’m really a ghost story kind of guy, but the title of this book intrigued me:  Mystery Writers of America Presents VENGEANCE, edited by Lee Child.  I remembered really fun…

Ghost Stories

Ghost Stories March 29, 2020 This is a great collection for the ghost story neophyte or for the old hand at enjoying ghost stories.  The editors present a collection that includes both classic and new tales from established authors in the genre.…

LOVE-ly Picture Books

LOVE-ly Picture Books February 7, 2020 It’s Valentine’s Day! And, what better way to celebrate than with some adorable picture book love stories? I hope you feel the love in these books…

Puppet Truck Hits the Road with 'Lorraine' Starting February 1

Puppet Truck Hits the Road with 'Lorraine' Starting February 1 January 27, 2020 Puppet Troupe Brings its Newest Show to 15 Library Locations There’s a big storm brewing over…

New Picture Books for African American History Month

New Picture Books for African American History Month January 28, 2020 Every February the Nashville Public Library celebrates African American History Month through programming and promotion of our materials.…

What to Read While You Wait

What to Read While You Wait February 6, 2020 Are you on the holds list for any of these?  Here are some suggestions for books to read in the meantime. 1.  American Dirt If you…

Children's Literature History Made!

Children's Literature History Made! February 4, 2020 The 2020 Newbery Medal made history. For the first time, a graphic novel won the coveted award. New Kid by Jerry Craft…

Children's Books to Learn About Puerto Rico and its People

Children's Books to Learn About Puerto Rico and its People February 25, 2020 If you are finding your knowledge about Puerto Rico lacking, and to want to introduce your children at home or in the classroom to the island and its people, the library is…

Understand Voting and Elections - For Kids!

Understand Voting and Elections - For Kids! February 24, 2020 Are you prepared for what's coming? Three elections between now and the end of the year! Get ready to answer your kiddos' questions with these books from the library…