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Public Library - Adult Events

  1. Open Chess Time

    August 1, 2026, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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    Reference Area

    Learn to play chess, or hone your skills! Join other chess players in the Reference area (near Study Rooms) every Saturday.

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  2. Writing Support (By Appointment Only)

    August 3, 2026, 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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    Writer-in-Residence Office

    Our Writer-in-Residence is available to provide general writing support for adults and students.

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  3. Gentle Yoga (Ages 16+)

    August 3, 2026, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
    @
    Sharon Lawson Room

    No previous experience is required; all are welcome! Mats and props provided. Space is limited.

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  4. Dungeons & Dragons (Ages 13+)

    August 4, 2026, 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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    Kelly Teen Room

    Want to join one of our adventuring parties? Click for more details!

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  5. The Southern Appalachian Series

    August 4, 2026, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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    Main Gallery

    The Southern Appalachian Series aims to educate the patrons of Blount County Public Library (BCPL) through all things Appalachian—history, sociology, economics, migration, culture, and more.

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  6. Unrated Chess Tournaments

    August 5, 2026, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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    Reference Area near the Study Rooms

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  7. Writing Support (By Appointment Only)

    August 6, 2026, 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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    Writer-in-Residence Office

    Our Writer-in-Residence is available to provide general writing support for adults and students.

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  8. Hot Summer Nights Concert Series

    August 6, 2026, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    @
    Main Gallery

    Cool off with our Hot Summer Nights concert series featuring new acts and patron favorites.

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  9. The Smoky Mountain Literary and Sweet Potato Pie Society Book Discussion Group

    August 6, 2026, 6:00 PM - 7:45 PM
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    Dorothy Herron Room A & B (Combined-One Room Only)

    The Smoky Mountain Literary and Sweet Potato Pie Society Book Discussion Group normally meets the first Thursday of every month from 6:00 p.m. to 7:45 in the Dorothy Herron Room. For details, go to: Instagram: @mountains.books.pies.

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  10. Open Chess Time

    August 8, 2026, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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    Reference Area

    Learn to play chess, or hone your skills! Join other chess players in the Reference area (near Study Rooms) every Saturday.

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  11. Writing Support (By Appointment Only)

    August 10, 2026, 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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    Writer-in-Residence Office

    Our Writer-in-Residence is available to provide general writing support for adults and students.

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  12. Gentle Yoga (Ages 16+)

    August 10, 2026, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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    Sharon Lawson Room

    No previous experience is required; all are welcome! Mats and props provided. Space is limited.

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  13. Bingo Night at the Library (All Ages)

    August 10, 2026, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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    Sharon Lawson Room

    Come play a fun, easy game of bingo, perfect for both having a good time and winning prizes!

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  14. Dungeons & Dragons (Ages 13+)

    August 11, 2026, 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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    Kelly Teen Room

    Want to join one of our adventuring parties? Click for more details!

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  15. Friends of the Library Book Discussion Group

    August 12, 2026, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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    Dorothy Herron Room A & B (Combined-One Room Only)

    The Book Discussion Group meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 10:15 am in the Library’s Dorothy Herron Room. The 2026 reading list is coming soon!

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  16. Unrated Chess Tournaments

    August 12, 2026, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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    Reference Area near the Study Rooms

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  17. Writing Support (By Appointment Only)

    August 13, 2026, 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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    Writer-in-Residence Office

    Our Writer-in-Residence is available to provide general writing support for adults and students.

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  18. Adults Karaoke

    August 13, 2026, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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    Sharon Lawson Room

    Ready to sing your heart out? Join us here at BCPL to rock the night away with some karaoke!

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  19. Hot Summer Nights Concert Series

    August 13, 2026, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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    Main Gallery

    Cool off with our Hot Summer Nights concert series featuring new acts and patron favorites.

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  20. Mini-Con 2026 (All Ages)

    August 15, 2026, 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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    Blount County Public Library

    Our annual comic convention is back with cool guests, activities, vendors, and more!

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  21. Open Chess Time

    August 15, 2026, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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    Reference Area

    Learn to play chess, or hone your skills! Join other chess players in the Reference area (near Study Rooms) every Saturday.

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  22. Writing Support (By Appointment Only)

    August 17, 2026, 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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    Writer-in-Residence Office

    Our Writer-in-Residence is available to provide general writing support for adults and students.

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  23. Gentle Yoga (Ages 16+)

    August 17, 2026, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
    @
    Sharon Lawson Room

    No previous experience is required; all are welcome! Mats and props provided. Space is limited.

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  24. SJM Book Club (Ages 18+ with Registration)

    August 17, 2026, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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    Board Room

    Please join us as we read through Sarah J. Maas' series in anticipation of her upcoming book releases.

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  25. Dungeons & Dragons (Ages 13+)

    August 18, 2026, 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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    Kelly Teen Room

    Want to join one of our adventuring parties? Click for more details!

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  26. Community Breastfeeding Support Group

    August 19, 2026, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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    Dorothy Herron Room A & B (Combined-One Room Only)

    Facilitated by an RN who is also a board-certified lactation consultant.

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  27. Community Breastfeeding Support Group

    August 19, 2026, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    @
    Sharon Lawson Room

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  28. Unrated Chess Tournaments

    August 19, 2026, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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    Reference Area near the Study Rooms

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  29. Writing Support (By Appointment Only)

    August 20, 2026, 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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    Writer-in-Residence Office

    Our Writer-in-Residence is available to provide general writing support for adults and students.

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  30. Astronomy Nights (All Ages)

    August 20, 2026, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    @
    Sharon Lawson Room

    Learn about telescopes & more with the Smoky Mountain Astronomical Society.

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  31. Hot Summer Nights Concert Series

    August 20, 2026, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    @
    Main Gallery

    Cool off with our Hot Summer Nights concert series featuring new acts and patron favorites.

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  32. Open Chess Time

    August 22, 2026, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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    Reference Area

    Learn to play chess, or hone your skills! Join other chess players in the Reference area (near Study Rooms) every Saturday.

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  33. Writing Support (By Appointment Only)

    August 24, 2026, 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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    Writer-in-Residence Office

    Our Writer-in-Residence is available to provide general writing support for adults and students.

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  34. Gentle Yoga (Ages 16+)

    August 24, 2026, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
    @
    Sharon Lawson Room

    No previous experience is required; all are welcome! Mats and props provided. Space is limited.

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  35. Dungeons & Dragons (Ages 13+)

    August 25, 2026, 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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    Kelly Teen Room

    Want to join one of our adventuring parties? Click for more details!

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  36. Focus on Seniors

    August 26, 2026, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    @
    Sharon Lawson Room

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  37. Unrated Chess Tournaments

    August 26, 2026, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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    Reference Area near the Study Rooms

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  38. Nouveau Fifty

    August 26, 2026, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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    Board Room

    Social group for empty nesters (and those on the cusp) considering plans and aspirations for their second act. This meetup group will include opportunities to participate in a writing circle.

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  39. Writing Support (By Appointment Only)

    August 27, 2026, 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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    Writer-in-Residence Office

    Our Writer-in-Residence is available to provide general writing support for adults and students.

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  40. Hot Summer Nights Concert Series

    August 27, 2026, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    @
    Main Gallery

    Cool off with our Hot Summer Nights concert series featuring new acts and patron favorites.

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  41. Open Chess Time

    August 29, 2026, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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    Reference Area

    Learn to play chess, or hone your skills! Join other chess players in the Reference area (near Study Rooms) every Saturday.

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  42. Writing Support (By Appointment Only)

    August 31, 2026, 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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    Writer-in-Residence Office

    Our Writer-in-Residence is available to provide general writing support for adults and students.

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  43. Gentle Yoga (Ages 16+)

    August 31, 2026, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
    @
    Sharon Lawson Room

    No previous experience is required; all are welcome! Mats and props provided. Space is limited.

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