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  1. east Tennessee in WWII, August 4th, 6 - 7 PM, Main Gallery, presentation by Dewaine Speaks
  2. Regular weekly & monthly children's programming paused in August
  3. 2026 Hot Summer Nights Free Concert Series, Thursdays in August, 6 - 7 PM
  4. Mini Con 2026, August 15th, 9 AM - 3:30 PM
  5. Adults Karaoke with the Maryville Rock & Metal Academy. August 13th, 5:30-7:30 PM, ages 18+
  1. 1 east Tennessee in WWII, August 4th, 6 - 7 PM, Main Gallery, presentation by Dewaine Speaks
  2. 2 Regular weekly & monthly children's programming paused in August
  3. 3 2026 Hot Summer Nights Free Concert Series, Thursdays in August, 6 - 7 PM
  4. 4 Mini Con 2026, August 15th, 9 AM - 3:30 PM
  5. 5 Adults Karaoke with the Maryville Rock & Metal Academy. August 13th, 5:30-7:30 PM, ages 18+

  1. FROM THE DIRECTOR


    Dear Blount County Neighbors,


    Another unforgettable summer is wrapping up at the BCPL, and we're already embracing the shift from bright, bustling days to the crisp, energizing promise of fall. As we pack away the dinosaurs and summer decor, we're gearing up...


    Read More Here

  1. UPCOMING EVENTS

    STAY CONNECTED WITH THE LIBRARY

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  1. All Events

August 2026

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  1. Sat, Aug. 1

    Open Chess Time Learn to play chess, or hone your skills! Join other chess players in the Reference area (near Study...

  2. Mon, Aug. 3

    Writing Support (By Appointment Only) Our Writer-in-Residence is available to provide general writing support for adults and students.

  3. Mon, Aug. 3

    Gentle Yoga (Ages 16+) No previous experience is required; all are welcome! Mats and props provided. Space is limited.

  1. Tue, Aug. 4

    Dungeons & Dragons (Ages 13+) Want to join one of our adventuring parties? Click for more details!

  2. Tue, Aug. 4

    The Southern Appalachian Series The Southern Appalachian Series aims to educate the patrons of Blount County Public Library (BCPL) t...

  3. Wed, Aug. 5

    Afterschool Teen Time (Ages 13 - 17) Our Teen Room has art supplies, a PS5 and Nintendo Switch, board games, & more!

  1. Wed, Aug. 5

    Unrated Chess Tournaments

  2. Thu, Aug. 6

    Writing Support (By Appointment Only) Our Writer-in-Residence is available to provide general writing support for adults and students.

  3. Thu, Aug. 6

    The Smoky Mountain Literary and Sweet Potato Pie Society Book Discussion Group The Smoky Mountain Literary and Sweet Potato Pie Society Book Discussion Group normally meets the fi...
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  1. Children Events

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  1. Thu, Aug. 6

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

  2. Mon, Aug. 10

    Bingo Night at the Library (All Ages) Come play a fun, easy game of bingo, perfect for both having a good time and winning prizes!

  3. Thu, Aug. 13

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

  1. Sat, Aug. 15

    Mini-Con 2026 (All Ages) Our annual comic convention is back with cool guests, activities, vendors, and more!

  2. Thu, Aug. 20

    Astronomy Nights (All Ages) Learn about telescopes & more with the Smoky Mountain Astronomical Society.

  3. Thu, Aug. 20

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

  1. Wed, Aug. 26

    Kids Book Club (Grades 4 - 6) Find new books and new friends! Email bcpl.kids@blounttn.org to claim a spot.

  2. Thu, Aug. 27

    Hot Summer Nights Concert Series Cool off with our Hot Summer Nights concert series featuring new acts and patron favorites.
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  1. Teen Events

August 2026

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  1. Sat, Aug. 1

    Open Chess Time Learn to play chess, or hone your skills! Join other chess players in the Reference area (near Study...

  2. Tue, Aug. 4

    Dungeons & Dragons (Ages 13+) Want to join one of our adventuring parties? Click for more details!

  3. Wed, Aug. 5

    Afterschool Teen Time (Ages 13 - 17) Our Teen Room has art supplies, a PS5 and Nintendo Switch, board games, & more!

  1. Wed, Aug. 5

    Unrated Chess Tournaments

  2. Thu, Aug. 6

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

  3. Sat, Aug. 8

    Open Chess Time Learn to play chess, or hone your skills! Join other chess players in the Reference area (near Study...

  1. Mon, Aug. 10

    Bingo Night at the Library (All Ages) Come play a fun, easy game of bingo, perfect for both having a good time and winning prizes!

  2. Tue, Aug. 11

    Dungeons & Dragons (Ages 13+) Want to join one of our adventuring parties? Click for more details!

  3. Wed, Aug. 12

    Afterschool Teen Time (Ages 13 - 17) Our Teen Room has art supplies, a PS5 and Nintendo Switch, board games, & more!
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  1. Adult Events

August 2026

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  1. Sat, Aug. 1

    Open Chess Time Learn to play chess, or hone your skills! Join other chess players in the Reference area (near Study...

  2. Mon, Aug. 3

    Writing Support (By Appointment Only) Our Writer-in-Residence is available to provide general writing support for adults and students.

  3. Mon, Aug. 3

    Gentle Yoga (Ages 16+) No previous experience is required; all are welcome! Mats and props provided. Space is limited.

  1. Tue, Aug. 4

    Dungeons & Dragons (Ages 13+) Want to join one of our adventuring parties? Click for more details!

  2. Tue, Aug. 4

    The Southern Appalachian Series The Southern Appalachian Series aims to educate the patrons of Blount County Public Library (BCPL) t...

  3. Wed, Aug. 5

    Unrated Chess Tournaments

  1. Thu, Aug. 6

    Writing Support (By Appointment Only) Our Writer-in-Residence is available to provide general writing support for adults and students.

  2. Thu, Aug. 6

    The Smoky Mountain Literary and Sweet Potato Pie Society Book Discussion Group The Smoky Mountain Literary and Sweet Potato Pie Society Book Discussion Group normally meets the fi...

  3. Thu, Aug. 6

    Hot Summer Nights Concert Series Cool off with our Hot Summer Nights concert series featuring new acts and patron favorites.
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  1. STAFF PICKS

    CHECK OUT THESE BOOKS YOUR LIBRARIANS LOVE

A Fall of Marigolds by Susan Meissner

Brennan - Reference

Man's Search for Meaning by Victor E. Frankl

Anjanae - Administration

The Word is Murder by Anthony Horowitz

Lisa - Collections

The Midnight Fair by Gideon Sterer; illustrated by Mariachiara Di Giorgio

Polly - Youth Services

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  1. Blount County Public Library
    508 North Cusick Street
    Maryville, TN 37804
    Phone: 865-982-0981

  1. Library Hours
    MON-THUR: 8 AM - 8 PM
    FRI:                8 AM - 5 PM
    SAT:               8 AM - 4:30 PM
    SUN:              1 PM - 5 PM

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    The outdoor book return is open during and after business hours, except for holiday closures.

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