Book Clubs at Regional Libraries in Summer 2026

  • 1st Thursday Book Club
    Thu, May 7, 2026 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
    Edmondson Pike
    Discuss contemporary Fiction and Nonfiction titles with fellow book fans. Socialize with fellow club members at 10:00am, and the discussion begins at 10:30am.
    Categories:Adults, series/Be Well at NPL, location/Edmondson Pike, Book Clubs, Locations, Series
    Contact: Edmondson Pike
  • Reading Aloud Together
    Mon, May 11, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    Sevier Park Community Center
    Take turns reading aloud from selected works. The current selection is Lucky Jim by Kingsley Amos. Location during Green Hills Branch Library renovation: Sevier Park Community Center 3021 Lealand Ln, Nashville, TN 37204.
    Categories:Adults, location/Green Hills, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Tina Reid
  • Teen Book Club
    Mon, May 11, 2026 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
    Donelson
    Join us every second Monday of the month in the Teen Room to talk about books! We'll discuss the book pick of the month and anything else we're reading! For ages 11-18. May 11: A Stage Set For Villains by Shannon J. Spann
    Categories:location/Donelson, Teens, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Donelson
  • Bite Size Book Club
    Tue, May 12, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    Donelson
    Every 2nd Tuesday of the month at either Homegrown Taproom or Phat Bites, next to the Donelson Branch Library! Join this short story book club this month, or every month, as the Library inspires reading and we discuss two stories. Designed for busy folks who maybe don't have as much time to read as they would like. Contact branch manager Ryan Darrow ryan.darrow@nashville.gov to check on availability and to find out what two stories we're reading this month. Previous attendance is not required - all are welcome!
    Categories:Adults, location/Donelson, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Donelson
  • Novel Conversations: Beautiful country by Qian Julie Wang
    Tue, May 12, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Bellevue
    Join us for lively book discussions of fiction and nonfiction titles. March 10: Still life by Louise Penny April 14: The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan May 12: Beautiful country by Qian Julie Wang
    Categories:Adults, location/Bellevue, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Bellevue
  • Steeped in History Book Club
    Thu, May 14, 2026 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
    Sevier Park Community Center
    Gather together to discuss historical fiction novels each month while enjoying tea. All are welcome; join in the discussion or just listen and make new friends. Location during Green Hills Branch Library renovation: Sevier Park Community Center.
    Categories:Adults, location/Green Hills, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Tina Reid
  • Independent Book Club
    Sat, May 16, 2026 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    off-site
    Bring your book and come by The Independent Book Club! There's no required reading for this club! We will discuss the books we are currently reading and meet some fellow book lovers! It’s a perfect space to get some good book recs, slow down, and relax with a warm drink in hand. We meet every third Saturday at Retrograde Coffee, City Heights. 2714 Clifton Ave, Nashville, TN
    Categories:Adults, location/Green Hills, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Green Hills
  • Reading Aloud Together
    Mon, May 18, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    Sevier Park Community Center
    Take turns reading aloud from selected works. The current selection is Lucky Jim by Kingsley Amos. Location during Green Hills Branch Library renovation: Sevier Park Community Center 3021 Lealand Ln, Nashville, TN 37204.
    Categories:Adults, location/Green Hills, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Tina Reid
  • Shelf-Care Book Club
    Tue, May 19, 2026 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    Edmondson Pike
    Join us in practicing self-care by reading and meeting monthly to discuss books, eat snacks, and make new friends! Ages 9 – 12! Registration is required, max of 10 spaces.
    https://nashvillepl.libcal.com/event/15921995
    Categories:location/Edmondson Pike, Children, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Edmondson Pike
  • Hermitage Book Club: Remarkably Bright Creatures
    Tue, May 19, 2026 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    Hermitage
    The Hermitage Book Club welcomes you! Refreshments and fun conversation await. May's Read: Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
    Categories:Adults, location/Hermitage, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Hermitage
  • More Graphic, Less Novel Book Club
    Wed, May 20, 2026 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Donelson
    Every 3rd Wednesday. Join us as we read through and discuss different graphic novels. Email Bailey.battilla@nashville.gov to join!
    Categories:Adults, location/Donelson, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Donelson
  • Daylight Book Group: The emperor of gladness
    Thu, May 21, 2026 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    Bellevue
    Join us for an interesting discussion of fiction and nonfiction titles. Mar. 19: Widow of the South by Robert Hicks Apr. 16: The great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald May 21: The emperor of gladness by Ocean Voung For more information please email sally@solesby.com
    Categories:Adults, location/Bellevue, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Bellevue
  • Cozy Readers Club (Grades 3-5)
    Thu, May 21, 2026 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    Madison
    Enjoy some after school snacks and let's talk about our favorite middle grade books, comics, or whatever else we're all reading! You do not need to have read any specific book to join. This book club is open to book lovers of all kinds in grades 3-5.
    Categories:location/Madison, Children, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Madison
  • Shapeshifters, Demons, and Fae, Oh My! Book Club
    Thu, May 21, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Donelson
    3rd Thursdays. Tired of reality? Escape into fantasy in this creature centered book club that explores books featuring vampires, fae, demons, and many more! Email ronni.baker@nashville.gov to sign up.
    Categories:Adults, location/Donelson, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Donelson
  • 3rd Thursday Book Club
    Thu, May 21, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Edmondson Pike
    Discuss contemporary Fiction and Non-fiction titles with fellow book fans. Socialize with fellow club members at 5:30. The discussion begins at 6:00 PM. Participants can attend in person or virtually via Zoom.
    Categories:Adults, series/Be Well at NPL, location/Edmondson Pike, Book Clubs, Locations, Series
    Contact: Edmondson Pike
  • Reading In Color Book Club
    Sat, May 23, 2026 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    Edmondson Pike
    4th Saturdays. Join our book club to explore diverse voices and stories by and about people of color. Connect with others in engaging discussions that celebrate different perspectives.
    Categories:Adults, series/Be Well at NPL, location/Edmondson Pike, Book Clubs, Locations, Series
    Contact: Edmondson Pike
  • Music Book Club
    Thu, May 28, 2026 6:30 AM - 7:30 AM
    off-site
    Every Fourth Thursday. Connect with fellow music lovers to discuss books about music, musicians, and the culture that surrounds them. This book club meets at Living Waters Brewing - The Garden: 4909 Indiana Ave, Nashville, TN 37209 April 23: Hip-hop Is History by Questlove May 28: Your Song Changed My Life by Bob Boilen June 25: Major Labels: A History of Popular Music in Seven Genres by Kelefa Sanneh
    Categories:Adults, location/Green Hills, Book Clubs, Locations, Music
    Contact: Ash Armstrong
  • Story Time for Big Kids (Grades K-2)
    Thu, May 28, 2026 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    Madison
    Enjoy the newest picture books perfect for grades K-2 in this cozy, afternoon story time for big kids. We'll read some of our new favorites and decompress from the school day with coloring pages and chatting about our favorite books.
    Categories:Arts and Crafts, location/Madison, Children, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Madison
  • Reading Aloud Together
    Mon, June 1, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    off-site
    Take turns reading aloud from selected works. The current selection is Lucky Jim by Kingsley Amos. Location during Green Hills Branch Library renovation: Sevier Park Community Center 3021 Lealand Ln, Nashville, TN 37204 Contact tina.reid@nashville.gov for more information.
    Categories:Adults, location/Green Hills, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Green Hills
  • 1st Thursday Book Club
    Thu, June 4, 2026 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
    Edmondson Pike
    1st Thursdays. Discuss contemporary Fiction and Nonfiction titles with fellow book fans. Socialize with fellow club members at 10:00am, and the discussion begins at 10:30am.
    Categories:Adults, series/Be Well at NPL, location/Edmondson Pike, Book Clubs, Locations, Series
    Contact: Edmondson Pike
  • Reading Aloud Together
    Mon, June 8, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    off-site
    Every Monday. Take turns reading aloud from selected works. The current selection is Lucky Jim by Kingsley Amos. Location during Green Hills Branch Library renovation: Sevier Park Community Center 3021 Lealand Ln, Nashville, TN 37204 Contact tina.reid@nashville.gov for more information.
    Categories:Adults, location/Green Hills, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Green Hills
  • Teen and Tween Book Club with Author Randi Smith
    Mon, June 8, 2026 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
    Donelson
    Author Randi Smith will be joining us for book club to talk about her new book, Ada Holloway's Had Enough, as well as her writing and research process. Bring your questions! For ages 9-18. Randi Smith is a born-and-raised Kentuckian who still calls the Bluegrass State her home. She first discovered her love of writing after self-publishing a short novel in high school, which inspired her to pursue a Bachelor of Arts in Publishing from Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee.
    Categories:location/Donelson, Teens, Children, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Donelson
  • Novel Conversations: Kindred
    Tue, June 9, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Bellevue
    Join us for lively book discussions of fiction and nonfiction titles. June 9: Kindred by Octavia Butler July 14: The murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie August 11: The sun does shine by Anthony Ray Hinton
    Categories:Adults, location/Bellevue, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Bellevue
  • Steeped in History Book Club
    Thu, June 11, 2026 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
    off-site
    Gather together to discuss historical fiction novels each month while enjoying tea. All are welcome; join in the discussion or just listen and make new friends. Location during Green Hills Branch Library renovation: Sevier Park Community Center 3021 Lealand Ln, Nashville, TN 37204 Contact tina.reid@nashville.gov for more information.
    Categories:Adults, location/Green Hills, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Green Hills
  • Reading Aloud Together
    Mon, June 15, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    off-site
    Every Monday. Take turns reading aloud from selected works. The current selection is Lucky Jim by Kingsley Amos. Location during Green Hills Branch Library renovation: Sevier Park Community Center 3021 Lealand Ln, Nashville, TN 37204 Contact tina.reid@nashville.gov for more information.
    Categories:Adults, location/Green Hills, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Green Hills
  • More Graphic, Less Novel Book Club
    Wed, June 17, 2026 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Donelson
    Every 3rd Wednesday. Join us as we read through and discuss different graphic novels. Email Bailey.battilla@nashville.gov to join!
    Categories:Adults, location/Donelson, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Donelson
  • Daylight Book Group: Call of the Camino
    Thu, June 18, 2026 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    Bellevue
    Join us for an interesting discussion of fiction and nonfiction titles. June 18: Call of the Camino by Suzanne Redfearn July 16: The Women of Oak Ridge by Michelle Shocklee August 20: The Kingdom of the Poor by Charles Strobel For more information please email sally@solesby.com
    Categories:Adults, location/Bellevue, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Bellevue
  • 3rd Thursday Book Club
    Thu, June 18, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Edmondson Pike
    3rd Thursdays. Discuss contemporary Fiction and Non-fiction titles with fellow book fans. Socialize with fellow club members at 5:30. The discussion begins at 6:00 PM. Participants can attend in person or virtually via Zoom.
    Categories:Adults, series/Be Well at NPL, location/Edmondson Pike, Book Clubs, Locations, Series
    Contact: Edmondson Pike
  • Shapeshifters, Demons, and Fae, Oh My!
    Thu, June 18, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Donelson
    Every third Thursday. Tired of reality? Escape into fantasy in this creature centered book club that explores books featuring vampires, fae, demons, and many more! Email ronni.baker@nashville.gov to sign up.
    Categories:Adults, location/Donelson, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Donelson
  • Independent Book Club
    Sat, June 20, 2026 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    off-site
    Bring your book and come by The Independent Book Club! There's no required reading for this club! We will discuss the books we are currently reading and meet some fellow book lovers! It’s a perfect space to get some good book recs, slow down, and relax with a warm drink in hand. We meet every third Saturday at Retrograde Coffee, City Heights. 2714 Clifton Ave, Nashville, TN
    Categories:Adults, location/Green Hills, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Green Hills
  • Reading Aloud Together
    Mon, June 22, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    off-site
    Every Monday. Take turns reading aloud from selected works. The current selection is Lucky Jim by Kingsley Amos. Location during Green Hills Branch Library renovation: Sevier Park Community Center 3021 Lealand Ln, Nashville, TN 37204 Contact tina.reid@nashville.gov for more information.
    Categories:Adults, location/Green Hills, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Green Hills
  • Music Book Club
    Thu, June 25, 2026 6:30 AM - 7:30 AM
    off-site
    Every Fourth Thursday. Connect with fellow music lovers to discuss books about music, musicians, and the culture that surrounds them. This book club meets at Living Waters Brewing - The Garden: 4909 Indiana Ave, Nashville, TN 37209 April 23: Hip-hop Is History by Questlove May 28: Your Song Changed My Life by Bob Boilen June 25: Major Labels: A History of Popular Music in Seven Genres by Kelefa Sanneh
    Categories:Adults, location/Green Hills, Book Clubs, Locations, Music
    Contact: Ash Armstrong
  • Reading Aloud Together
    Mon, June 29, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    off-site
    Every Monday. Take turns reading aloud from selected works. The current selection is Lucky Jim by Kingsley Amos. Location during Green Hills Branch Library renovation: Sevier Park Community Center 3021 Lealand Ln, Nashville, TN 37204 Contact tina.reid@nashville.gov for more information.
    Categories:Adults, location/Green Hills, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Green Hills
  • 1st Thursday Book Club
    Thu, July 2, 2026 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
    Edmondson Pike
    1st Thursdays. Discuss contemporary Fiction and Nonfiction titles with fellow book fans. Socialize with fellow club members at 10:00am, and the discussion begins at 10:30am.
    Categories:Adults, series/Be Well at NPL, location/Edmondson Pike, Book Clubs, Locations, Series
    Contact: Edmondson Pike
  • Teen Book Club
    Mon, July 13, 2026 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
    Donelson
    Join us every second Monday of the month in the Teen Room to talk about books! We'll discuss the book pick of the month and anything else we're reading! For ages 11-18. July 13th: Fake Skating by Lynn Painter
    Categories:location/Donelson, Teens, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Donelson
  • Novel Conversations: The murder of Roger Ackroyd
    Tue, July 14, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Bellevue
    Join us for lively book discussions of fiction and nonfiction titles. June 9: Kindred by Octavia Butler July 14: The murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie August 11: The sun does shine by Anthony Ray Hinton
    Categories:Adults, location/Bellevue, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Bellevue
  • More Graphic, Less Novel Book Club
    Wed, July 15, 2026 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Donelson
    Every 3rd Wednesday. Join us as we read through and discuss different graphic novels. Email Bailey.battilla@nashville.gov to join!
    Categories:Adults, location/Donelson, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Donelson
  • Daylight Book Group: The Women of Oak Ridge
    Thu, July 16, 2026 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    Bellevue
    Join us for an interesting discussion of fiction and nonfiction titles. June 18: Call of the Camino by Suzanne Redfearn July 16: The Women of Oak Ridge by Michelle Shocklee August 20: The Kingdom of the Poor by Charles Strobel For more information please email sally@solesby.com
    Categories:Adults, location/Bellevue, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Bellevue
  • 3rd Thursday Book Club
    Thu, July 16, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Edmondson Pike
    3rd Thursdays. Discuss contemporary Fiction and Non-fiction titles with fellow book fans. Socialize with fellow club members at 5:30. The discussion begins at 6:00 PM. Participants can attend in person or virtually via Zoom.
    Categories:Adults, series/Be Well at NPL, location/Edmondson Pike, Book Clubs, Locations, Series
    Contact: Edmondson Pike
  • Shapeshifters, Demons, and Fae, Oh My!
    Thu, July 16, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Donelson
    Every third Thursday. Tired of reality? Escape into fantasy in this creature centered book club that explores books featuring vampires, fae, demons, and many more! Email ronni.baker@nashville.gov to sign up.
    Categories:Adults, location/Donelson, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Donelson
  • Independent Book Club
    Sat, July 18, 2026 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    off-site
    Bring your book and come by The Independent Book Club! There's no required reading for this club! We will discuss the books we are currently reading and meet some fellow book lovers! It’s a perfect space to get some good book recs, slow down, and relax with a warm drink in hand. We meet every third Saturday at Retrograde Coffee, City Heights. 2714 Clifton Ave, Nashville, TN
    Categories:Adults, location/Green Hills, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Green Hills
  • 1st Thursday Book Club
    Thu, August 6, 2026 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
    Edmondson Pike
    1st Thursdays. Discuss contemporary Fiction and Nonfiction titles with fellow book fans. Socialize with fellow club members at 10:00am, and the discussion begins at 10:30am.
    Categories:Adults, series/Be Well at NPL, location/Edmondson Pike, Book Clubs, Locations, Series
    Contact: Edmondson Pike
  • Teen Book Club
    Mon, August 10, 2026 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
    Donelson
    Join us every second Monday of the month in the Teen Room to talk about books! We'll discuss the book pick of the month and anything else we're reading! For ages 11-18. August 10: The House Saphir by Marissa Meyer
    Categories:location/Donelson, Teens, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Donelson
  • Novel Conversations: The sun does shine
    Tue, August 11, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Bellevue
    Join us for lively book discussions of fiction and nonfiction titles. June 9: Kindred by Octavia Butler July 14: The murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie August 11: The sun does shine by Anthony Ray Hinton
    Categories:Adults, location/Bellevue, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Bellevue
  • Independent Book Club
    Sat, August 15, 2026 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    off-site
    Bring your book and come by The Independent Book Club! There's no required reading for this club! We will discuss the books we are currently reading and meet some fellow book lovers! It’s a perfect space to get some good book recs, slow down, and relax with a warm drink in hand. We meet every third Saturday at Retrograde Coffee, City Heights. 2714 Clifton Ave, Nashville, TN
    Categories:Adults, location/Green Hills, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Green Hills
  • Shelf-Care Book Club
    Tue, August 18, 2026 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    Edmondson Pike
    Join us in practicing self-care by reading and meeting monthly to discuss books, eat snacks, and make new friends! Ages 9 – 12! Registration is required, max of 10 spaces.
    https://nashvillepl.libcal.com/event/16818446
    Categories:location/Edmondson Pike, Children, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Edmondson Pike
  • More Graphic, Less Novel Book Club
    Wed, August 19, 2026 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Donelson
    Every 3rd Wednesday. Join us as we read through and discuss different graphic novels. Email Bailey.battilla@nashville.gov to join!
    Categories:Adults, location/Donelson, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Donelson
  • Daylight Book Group: The Kingdom of the Poor
    Thu, August 20, 2026 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    Bellevue
    Join us for an interesting discussion of fiction and nonfiction titles. June 18: Call of the Camino by Suzanne Redfearn July 16: The Women of Oak Ridge by Michelle Shocklee August 20: The Kingdom of the Poor by Charles Strobel For more information please email sally@solesby.com
    Categories:Adults, location/Bellevue, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Bellevue
  • Shapeshifters, Demons, and Fae, Oh My!
    Thu, August 20, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Donelson
    Every third Thursday. Tired of reality? Escape into fantasy in this creature centered book club that explores books featuring vampires, fae, demons, and many more! Email ronni.baker@nashville.gov to sign up.
    Categories:Adults, location/Donelson, Book Clubs, Locations
    Contact: Donelson