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January is National Hobby Month!

January 25, 2026

Looking to build a healthier you in 2026? Consider picking up a new hobby!

Research has shown that hobby participation may encourage increased creativity, relaxation, self-expression, and cognitive use and can be linked to positive health outcomes like better sleep, improved mental health, lower blood pressure, and more. Whether you have a taste for baking French pastry, a plan to run your first marathon, or a desire to develop your green thumb, celebrate National Hobby Month by exploring the collection below and finding the hobby that’s right for you!

National Hobby Month!

Joy

Joy

Joy is a librarian at the Main Library. A native Nashvillian, she’s excited to be working for her hometown public library. When not at the library, she loves reading genre fiction, watching tennis, or searching for the perfect chocolate chip cookie recipe.