📚 Libraries & Bookstores
Libraries, bookstores, and literacy programs for families
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📖 Neighborly Books
📍 106 E Broadway Ave, Maryville, TN 37804
🕐 Tue-Thu 10am-5pm, Fri 12pm-7pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Closed Mon & Sun
Maryvilles own independent bookstore is a hidden gem on East Broadway. They stock new books, puzzles, journals, and have a really solid childrens section that actually gets rotated out - not just the same displays for years. Why I like it: They host author events and book clubs regularly, which is...
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📚 Blount County Public Library - Main Branch
📍 508 N Cusick St, Maryville, TN 37804
🕐 Mon-Thu 8am-8pm, Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-4:30pm, Sun 1pm-5pm
👶 Ages: All ages
- Imagination Library
- Storytime programs
- Children's section
- Free book programs
- Downtown location
The Blount County Public Library main branch is the heart of reading in Maryville. Free books, free storytimes, and programs for kids. Hours: - Monday-Thursday: 8am-8pm - Friday: 8am-5pm - Saturday: 8am-4:30pm - Sunday: 1pm-5pm Features: - Huge children section - Storytime sessions - Summer reading...
📚 Blount County Public Library - Maryville Branch
📍 508 N Cusick St, Maryville, TN 37804
The Blount County Public Library main branch is the heart of reading in Maryville. Free books, free storytimes, and programs for kids. Hours M-Th 8am-8pm, F 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-4:30pm, Sun 1pm-5pm. Features: children section, storytimes, summer reading program, computers, WiFi. Pro tip: check website...
📚 Blount County Public Library - Kids & Family Resources
📍 508 N Cusick St, Maryville, TN 37804
Children's programs and resources at the Blount County Public Library. Storytimes, summer reading programs, and educational activities for kids of all ages. Storytime Schedule: Check the library website for current times and ages served. Most locations run programs Tuesday-Thursday mornings. Summer...
📚 Blount County Library Tween Book Club
📍 508 N Cusick St, Maryville, TN 37804
💰 Free
👶 Ages: Ages 8-12 (tweens)
The Blount County Public Library runs a Tween Book Club that meets in the Sharon Lawson Room. My kids have loved getting book recommendations from a real librarian and meeting other readers their age. The details: - Where: 508 N Cusick St, Maryville, TN 37804 (Sharon Lawson Room) - Email:...
📚 Blount Discount Books
📍 370 Gill St, Maryville, TN 37804
💰 $1-10 per book
👶 Ages: All ages
- Discounted books
- Used book selection
- Children books section
- Treasure hunt experience
If you love books but hate spending book prices, Blount Discount Books is your new happy place. They carry a rotating selection of discounted new and used books across all genres—from children books to thrillers to cookbooks. What makes them special is the treasure hunt aspect: you never know what...
Southland Books and Cafe
Largest used bookstore and cafe in Blount County. Books, cafe atmosphere for browsing and reading.
📖 Knox County Public Library - Summer Reading 2026
📍 Multiple branches across Knoxville and Maryville area
🕐 Summer 2026 (registration opens spring)
💰 Free with library card
👶 Ages: All ages (programs for babies through teens)
- Read City USA 2026 theme: Dinosaur Stomp, Roar!
- Mayor Jacobs' reading challenge
- Prizes for kids, teens, and adults
- Summer library club programs
- Children's Festival of Reading
As a homeschooling mom who spends way too much time at the library, I can tell you that the Knox County Public Library is one of our family's best resources. Their summer reading program is a must-do for keeping kids engaged with reading all summer long. Summer 2026 Theme: Read City USA - Dinosaur...
📚 Cedar Bluff Branch Library
📍 9045 Cross Park Dr, Knoxville, TN 37923
🕐 Mon-Thu 10am-8pm, Fri 10am-5:30pm, Sat 10am-5:30pm
💰 Free with library card
👶 Ages: All ages
- Children's section
- Computer access
- Free WiFi
- Meeting rooms
- Plenty of parking
Located in the Cross Park shopping area, the Cedar Bluff Branch is my go-to library when I need a quiet place to work or want to drop the kids off for some independent reading time. It's one of the more spacious branches with a well-organized children's section that keeps the little ones...
📚🥾 Knox County Public Library - Storybook Trails
📍 Various locations: West View Park, Collier Preserve, Ijams Nature Center, Beverly Park
🕐 Park hours, rain or shine
💰 Free
👶 Ages: All ages
- Outdoor storytelling
- Nature-based learning
- Accessible paths
- Rotating seasonal stories
Okay moms, listen up! The Knox County Public Library has something absolutely magical that I stumbled upon, and I need to share it with you. Storybook Trails are these beautiful story panels installed along walking trails at various Knoxville parks. Instead of traditional storytime inside, these...
📚 Maryville Library Story Times
📍 120 E. Middle St, Maryville, TN 37804
🕐 Baby & Me: Tuesdays 6pm, Wednesdays 10am & 11am | Movin' & Groovin': Last Friday of each month, 10:30am
💰 Free
👶 Ages: Ages 0-5
- Interactive storytime for babies and toddlers
- Music and movement activities
- Child-friendly environment
- Free parking on-site
- Visit the library before or after storytime
There's something so magical about watching a toddler's face light up when the librarian starts singing. I've been to enough story times to know the vibe varies wildly. some are chaotic (my kids loved it, honestly), others feel like you're holding your breath the whole time. The Blount County...
📚 Halls Branch Library
📍 4518 E Emory Rd, Knoxville, TN 37938
🕐 Year-round
💰 Free with library card
👶 Ages: All ages
- Branch library in Knox County system
- Children's section with books and programs
- Computer access
- Event space for family programming
- Part of larger Knox County library system
The Halls Branch Library is a convenient stop for families on the east side of Knox County. It's part of the Knox County Public Library system, which means you get access to the entire system's collections and resources with a single card. What makes it useful: This is a solid neighborhood branch...
📚 Fountain City Branch Library
📍 5300 Stanton Road, Knoxville, TN 37918
🕐 Year-round
💰 Free with library card
👶 Ages: All ages
- Children's programs
- Meeting room available
- Wheelchair accessible
- KAT route 22 nearby
Looking for a quiet spot in the Fountain City area? The Knox County Public Library's Fountain City Branch is your neighborhood library, just off Stanton Road in that great residential pocket of Knoxville. It's a little branch but it's got everything you need - books for all ages, a dedicated...
📚 South Knoxville Branch Library
📍 4500 Chapman Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37920
- Children's section
- Storytime programs
- Computer access
- Free WiFi
- KAT bus route 41 nearby
Located on Chapman Highway in South Knoxville, this branch is a go-to for families in the southern part of the county. They've got the full library experience - great kids' section, regular storytime programs, and all the services you'd expect. Kids & Families: The children's area is a real...
📚 Farragut Branch Library
📍 417 N Campbell Station Rd, Knoxville, TN 37934
🕐 Mon-Thu 10am-8pm, Fri 10am-5:30pm, Sat 10am-5:30pm
👶 Ages: All ages
- Daily storytimes for various age groups
- Children's section with engaging displays
- Teen programs and book clubs
- Quiet study spaces
- Free Wi-Fi and public computers
The Farragut Branch is a neighborhood gem that serves families in the Farragut area with consistent, reliable programs. This branch has a warm, welcoming feel that makes it easy for kids to fall in love with reading. The children's section is thoughtfully organized with age-appropriate displays...
📖 Powell Branch Library
📍 330 W Emory Rd, Powell, TN 37849
🕐 Mon-Thu 10am-8pm, Fri 10am-5:30pm, Sat 10am-5:30pm
👶 Ages: All ages
- Storytimes for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers
- Children's reading nook
- Teen hangout space
- Family events and programs
- Convenient Powell location
The Powell Branch Library serves families in Powell and the surrounding areas with a friendly, community-focused approach. This branch has a cozy, neighborhood feel that makes it easy for families to make it part of their regular routine. The children's area is designed with young readers in mind ....
📖 Knox County Public Library
📍 500 W Church Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902
🕐 Sun 1pm-5pm, Mon-Thu 9am-8pm, Fri 9am-5:30pm, Sat 10am-5pm
👶 Ages: All ages
- Storytime for Littles (ages 0-4)
- Stories, Games & Crafts (ages 4-7)
- Teen Space and book clubs
- Children's Festival of Reading (annual, May)
- Multiple branch locations
Multiple branch locations throughout Knoxville with extensive programs for kids and teens. The main branch offers a comprehensive children's room and teen space with modern amenities. Don't miss the annual Children's Festival of Reading at World's Fair Park . celebrating 20 years with authors,...
📚 Lawson-McGhee Library - Main Branch
📍 500 W Church Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902
🕐 Sun 1pm-5pm, Mon-Thu 9am-8pm, Fri 9am-5:30pm, Sat 10am-5pm
👶 Ages: All ages
- Daily storytimes (April 2026: 10:30am-11am)
- Inclusive Storytime for ages birth-5 (registration required)
- Babies and Toddlers programs
- Preschool storytimes
- Teen space with book clubs
The crown jewel of Knoxville libraries! Lawson-McGhee is the main branch with the most comprehensive kids' programs. In spring 2026, they're offering daily storytimes at 10:30am (perfect for morning routines before lunch), plus an inclusive Storytime program for ages birth through 5 that requires...
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