Watkins Park branch summer hours of operation are 9:30 AM–5:30 PM beginning June 1.
MAIN LIBRARY CLOSURE EXTENDED THROUGH JULY 28
NEWS_RELEASE_June_23_NPL_Main_Library_update.pdf
NASHVILLE'S MAIN LIBRARY TO REMAIN CLOSED THROUGH JULY 7
June_13_NPL_news_release_Main_Library_update.pdf
The Mind of a Chef: Ludo Lefebvre (Season 5)
The Mind of a Chef: Ludo Lefebvre (Season 5)
January 26, 2017
If you need more French cooking or fried chicken, Chef Ludo is your man!
Ok, I’m sure that over the holidays, we all…
Ill Will
Ill Will
February 2, 2017
This March 7 release will be one of the big hits of the season--put your copy on hold now!
Dan Chaon is the King of Dread--if you need convincing, read his…
Dara Bacon
Dara Bacon,
Reading Counts: Exposing Your Little One to Numbers through Books
Reading Counts: Exposing Your Little One to Numbers through Books
March 21, 2017
Reading aloud to your young child is a great way to promote early literacy skills. But, did you know that it’s also an amazing opportunity to expose your little one to…
More on Moore
More on Moore
January 25, 2017
Yeah, cheesy title. We know. But, want to know more about the woman who set the standard for women's early roles in television? We've got you covered.…
Winter Holidays in July
Winter Holidays in July
July 10, 2025
So sometimes you put a hold on an exciting holiday title (or two), but the book is too popular and you don’t get to read it until after Easter. Sigh. If you are like me and missed out…
Picture Books About the Refugee Experience
Picture Books About the Refugee Experience
January 31, 2017
Recent events have brought the world's attention to the presence of refugees in the United States. The children's picture books featured in this blog post share what it’s like to be a refugee…
Children's Books for Cross Cultural Understanding: Islam and the Middle East
Children's Books for Cross Cultural Understanding: Islam and the Middle East
February 7, 2017
In this country’s present political and cultural climate, there are some people who think it’s acceptable to discriminate against people who may be Muslim…
Domestic Thrillers
Domestic Thrillers
July 4, 2025
I'm normally not one for drama. However, I stumbled upon a few recent novels that intrigued me with their lies and betrayal. Proving once again, you never really know who your friends are.…
Game over, Super Rabbit Boy!: Press Start! Series, Book 1
Game over, Super Rabbit Boy!: Press Start! Series, Book 1
February 13, 2017
When my son discovered video games I thought we'd lost him to the world of pixels and sprites forever. Games were like candy for his eyeballs, and what kid doesn't like…
Dancer
Dancer
February 23, 2017
The Bad Boy of Ballet! Wait...is that even a thing?
I think my favorite things to check out from the library are things about food. Cookbooks, chef memoirs,…