Canning Clinic series – March 9, April 6, May 4, June 15. 7–8:30 p.m via Zoom. Presented by UT/TSU Extension for beginners or anyone wanting to brush up on canning skills. Sessions will cover basics, jams/jellies (beginners), tomatoes, and pickles. ►Details in Library Calendar ►More Info

BCFOL May Book Sale – By appointment only. Masks required.
Members only – Friday, May 7, 10 to 3. ►Member appointments 10 to 2
Everyone – Saturday, May 8, 10 to 3. ►Appointments 10 to 2
New Members Welcome! Join or renew here, at Library, or Book Sale entrance. Questions to bcfolibrary@gmail.com ►More Info

Always-on Book Sale Alternatives include our online eBay store, bargain books in the Library's central area, our bookstore in the Friends office next to the elevator, and our published books at the Bookmark Cafe.

BCFOL Book Discussion Group – Second Wednesday (June 9), 10:15 a.m. Dorothy Herron Room. June's selection is Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari. ►More Info

The Friends Community Market at Blount County Public Library – Every Saturday all summer, 9 a.m. to noon beginning April 24th. On the lawn near Library entrance. Local farms and vendors, artisanal bakers, and food crafters. ►Follow on Facebook  ►More Info

Improving Communication at Work – May 21, 8–10 a.m. via Zoom. Learn practical communication strategies that will help you become a better leader, improve productivity, and combat communication breakdowns. Soft Skills Training series. ►More Info

Seed Library @ BCPL – March 1, 2021 through Oct. 31, 2021, during library hours. Valid library card required. Adults check out seeds in Reference Area of Adult Services; kids at Youth Services end of main desk. Accepting seed donations all year long. ►More Info at Library website

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►BCPL Quarterly Newsletter (April, May, June at Canva.com)
►Event Details (quarterly multi-page PDF)

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