School Choirs Holiday Concerts 2019 – Throughout December, Library Main Gallery. Enjoy special music by local school choirs. ►More Info. Visit the Library's ► Holiday Music Events page for info on Christmas with the Knoxville Opera and Christmas with Grace Notes Flute Ensemble.

An Evening with John Coykendall – Mon., Dec. 2, 6 p.m., at The Bird and the Book. Blackberry Farm's Master Gardener shares stories on heirloom seed saving and signs his new book, Preserving Our Roots: My Journey to Save Seeds and Stories. Tickets are limited. ►More Info

Memories of a Family Christmas – Mon., Dec. 2, 7 p.m. Main Gallery. Jill Bond with songs and stories, accompanied by Justin Marcus on guitar. ►Southern Appalachian Studies ►More Info

Tenth Watch: Maryville College at the Millennium Mark – Sat., Dec. 7, 2 p.m. Main Gallery. Author Gerald W. Gibson on his story of how the college, with strong leadership and committed constituents, climbed back into the ranks of America’s premier small colleges. Book launch, with proceeds benefiting Blount County Friends of the Library. ►More Info at Library website

BCFOL Book Discussion Group – Wed., Dec. 11, 10:15 a.m. Library Board Room. Discuss She Walks These Hills by Sharon McCrumb, led by Martha Cook. ►More Info

Christmas with the Knoxville Opera – Thurs., Dec. 12, 7 p.m. Main Gallery. Directed by Maestro Brian Salesky. Enjoy a cabaret setting while listening to Christmas music. ►More Info

Creating Infographics for Promoting Your Business – Fri., Dec. 13, 7:30 a.m. networking; 8–10 a.m. training. Soft Skills Training Session. Coffee and nibbles provided. Bring mobile device or laptop. Register Nov. 25+ ►More Info

Grace Notes Flute Ensemble – Thurs., Dec. 19, 7 p.m. Main Gallery. Directed by Dr. Sue Swilley, Grace Notes Flute Ensemble performs a special Christmas concert. ►More Info

Are You Smarter than a Librarian? BCPL Trivia Challenge – 1st Monday (Dec. 2), 7–8:30 p.m. Dorothy Herron Room A. All ages welcome! Covers a variety of topics, from geography and history to pop culture and sports. ►More Info

Bluegrass Music Club – 1st & 3rd Tuesday (Dec. 3 & 17), 6-7 p.m. For all ages and skills. Josephine Cappelletti, Director. One time $20 fee for bluegrass music book. Meets in Library Staff Lounge. Listeners welcome. ►Southern Appalachian Studies ►More Info

Quiltin' Bee – 1st & 3rd Thursday (Dec. 5 & 19), 10–11 a.m. Study Room D (near Reference area). Instructor Linda Marcus leads this adventure in hand-quilting. All ages and skill levels welcome. ►Southern Appalachian Studies ►More Info

Adult Coloring – 3rd Thursday (Dec. 19), 7–8:30 p.m., Reference area of the Library. Fun and relaxation for grown-ups. Just show up. Bring your own or use provided supplies. ►More Info

Appalachian Reads Book Discussion Group – Sat., Jan. 18, 10:30 a.m. Dorothy Herron Room A. January's selection is Cataloochee by Wayne Caldwell, facilitated by Jennifer Voorhis. ►More Info

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