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Join us at The Hunter Museum from 2-4 pm on the 2nd Sunday of each month for Family Fun Day FREE with your library card! Each month, we'll be at The Hunter’s Sunday Studios offering library programs along with the Museum’s amazing programs. All you need to join in the fun is your library card! Visit www.huntermuseum.org to see their events schedule, or check back here each month for the upcoming date. Family programming is generously sponsored by Elder's Ace Hardware.
At Creative Discovery Museum. Check the venue for prices and tickets.
Baby Bounce is a 30-minute program for parents and caregivers of tiny tots aged 1 day to 18 months. With your baby on your lap, together we’ll sing and play and begin the fascinating and lifelong journey of joyful learning. Join us at the Downtown Branch Monday, Thursday and Saturday mornings at 10am and Tuesdays at 12 pm.
Get up and go! Jump, wiggle, dance, and jiggle! Children ages 0-5 (and their grownups) are invited to Music & Movement at Eastgate every Monday morning at 10 am. We'll explore music through song and dance with shaky eggs, scarves, parachute, and more.
Toddler Time is a 30-minute action-packed informal learning program for children ages 18 to 36 months. Toddlers and their caregivers will learn new songs, rhymes and finger-plays, share books and make new friends. Registration is not required. Please join us at the Downtown Branch on Monday, Thursday and Saturday mornings at 11 am and Tuesday mornings at 10 am.
Join us for story time every day in the Museum!
Come to the South Chatt Library every Monday for our STEAM program just for K-3rd graders ! Full STEAM Ahead offers offering engaging, hands-on activities that explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math . Join us for fun experiments, imaginative art projects, and much more! Special thanks to our sponsor Thompson Engineering for their support of our STEAM programming.
Come to the Downtown Library every Monday for our STEAM program just for K-3rd graders ! Full STEAM Ahead offers offering engaging, hands-on activities that explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math . Join us for fun experiments, imaginative art projects, and much more! Special thanks to our sponsor Thompson Engineering for their support of our STEAM programming.
Join the Eastgate Young Authors every Monday to grow your writing skills! 3rd-8th graders and library staff meet weekly to develop creative writing skills, explore different genres, and even work on longer projects. It's a supportive and inspiring environment where everyone can share their imagination!
At Creative Discovery Museum. Check the venue for prices and tickets.
Preschool Storytime is a 45-minute program for children ages 3 to 5 years old and their favorite adult. Have fun with your child by engaging in stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, crafts and so much more. Join us at the Northgate Branch on Tuesday mornings at 10 am and 11 am.
Baby Bounce is a 30-minute program for parents and caregivers of tiny tots aged 1 day to 18 months. With your baby on your lap, together we’ll sing and play and begin the fascinating and lifelong journey of joyful learning. Join us at the Eastgate Branch Tuesday mornings at 10am.
Toddler Time is a 30-minute action-packed informal learning program for children ages 18 to 36 months. Toddlers and their caregivers will learn new songs, rhymes and finger-plays, share books and make new friends. Registration is not required. Please join us at the Downtown Branch on Monday, Thursday and Saturday mornings at 11 am and Tuesday mornings at 10 am.
Preschool Storytime is a 45-minute program for children ages 3 to 5 years old and their favorite adult. Have fun with your child by engaging in stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, crafts and so much more. Join us at the Northgate Branch on Tuesday mornings at 10 am and 11 am.
Join us for story time every day in the Museum!
Baby Bounce is a 30-minute program for parents and caregivers of tiny tots aged 1 day to 18 months. With your baby on your lap, together we’ll sing and play and begin the fascinating and lifelong journey of joyful learning. Join us at the Downtown Branch Monday, Thursday and Saturday mornings at 10am and Tuesdays at 12 pm.
Ages 8-13 are i nvited to the Avondale Library for a dance class brought to you by The Pop-Up Project! Dance with The Pop-Up Project is an introductory, on-site, creative dance class presented by The Pop-Up Project . Ages 8-13 will explore multiple styles of dance, including Ballet, Jazz, Modern, Hip Hop, and Creative Dance. Dancers will learn movement exercises, stretches, and a short combination/ dance in each class. The class will be high-energy, fun and inspiring with the goal that all dancers can succeed. No experience or sign-up is necessary. Just pop, lock, and drop on in!
Teens ages 12-18: Join the Downtown Library's Teen Advisory Board and help shape your library's future! Share your opinions, recommend books and movies, and plan exciting events for teens. Make new friends, earn volunteer hours, and enhance your library experience. We will meet on the following dates from 4:30 - 5:30 pm: November 11.10.26 11.24.26 December 12.8.26 12.22.26
Come to the Eastgate Library every Tuesday for our STEAM program just for K-3rd graders ! Full STEAM Ahead offers offering engaging, hands-on activities that explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math . Join us for fun experiments, imaginative art projects, and much more! Special thanks to our sponsor Thompson Engineering for their support of our STEAM programming.
Get ready for an exciting and creative adventure every week at the Eastgate Library! Our weekly STEAM program is perfect for 4th- 8th graders , offering engaging, hands-on activities that explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math . Join us for fun experiments, imaginative art projects, and much more! Special thanks to Thompson Engineering for generously sponsoring our STEAM programming and helping us bring these amazing experiences to you!
Get ready for an exciting and creative adventure every week at the Northgate Library! Our weekly STEAM program is perfect for 4th- 8th graders , offering engaging, hands-on activities that explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math . Join us for fun experiments, imaginative art projects, and much more! Special thanks to Thompson Engineering for generously sponsoring our STEAM programming and helping us bring these amazing experiences to you!
At Creative Discovery Museum. Check the venue for prices and tickets.
Join us for story time every day in the Museum!
At Creative Discovery Museum. Check the venue for prices and tickets.
Family Storytime is a program for little ones ages 0-5 and their grownups. We'll have stories, fingerplays, music and much more! Join the fun at our South Chatt Library every Thursday at 10:00 am.
Baby Bounce is a 30-minute program for parents and caregivers of tiny tots aged 1 day to 18 months. With your baby on your lap, together we’ll sing and play and begin the fascinating and lifelong journey of joyful learning. Join us at the Northgate Branch on Thursday mornings at 10 am or 11 am.
Family Storytime is a program for little ones ages 0-5 and their grownups. We'll have stories, fingerplays, music and much more! Join the fun at our Eastgate Branch every Thursday at 10:00 am.
Baby Bounce is a 30-minute program for parents and caregivers of tiny tots aged 1 day to 18 months. With your baby on your lap, together we’ll sing and play and begin the fascinating and lifelong journey of joyful learning. Join us at the Downtown Branch Monday, Thursday and Saturday mornings at 10am and Tuesdays at 12 pm.
Join us at the South Chattanooga Library after our Family Storytime to chat with other grownups while the kids play. It will be a great time to connect and learn from each other.
Baby Bounce is a 30-minute program for parents and caregivers of tiny tots aged 1 day to 18 months. With your baby on your lap, together we’ll sing and play and begin the fascinating and lifelong journey of joyful learning. Join us at the Northgate Branch on Thursday mornings at 10 am or 11 am.
Toddler Time is a 30-minute action-packed informal learning program for children ages 18 to 36 months. Toddlers and their caregivers will learn new songs, rhymes and finger-plays, share books and make new friends. Registration is not required. Please join us at the Downtown Branch on Monday, Thursday and Saturday mornings at 11 am and Tuesday mornings at 10 am.
Join us for story time every day in the Museum!
Come to the Northgate Library every Thursday for our STEAM program just for K-3rd graders ! Full STEAM Ahead offers offering engaging, hands-on activities that explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math . Join us for fun experiments, imaginative art projects, and much more! Special thanks to our sponsor Thompson Engineering for their support of our STEAM programming.
Kids, tweens and teens are invited to join us for Avondale Creative Arts Studio! Create, express yourself, and make new friends! This free weekly class is open to anyone ages 8-18. While this will be a free-expression group activity. Therefore, we ask that participants respect each other’s privacy. Join us at the Avondale Library every Thursday from 4:00-5:30 pm! No sign-up needed.
Get ready for an exciting and creative adventure every week at the Downtown Library! Our weekly STEAM program is perfect for 4th- 8th graders , offering engaging, hands-on activities that explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math . Join us for fun experiments, imaginative art projects, and much more! Special thanks to Thompson Engineering for generously sponsoring our STEAM programming and helping us bring these amazing experiences to you!
At Creative Discovery Museum. Check the venue for prices and tickets.
Join us at Eastgate for Yoga Storytime every Friday at 10 am! Yoga Storytime is a program for ages 2-7 years old, partnering with the Family Justice Center . Sonya Reaves, FJC Education Coordinator, will lead us through Yoga Storytime with activities including storytimes, yoga, songs, breathing exercises, and activities relating to interpersonal connections and handling big feelings.
Join us for story time every day in the Museum!
Come chill out in the library lounge with games and art! Teens ages 12-18 are invited to join us the 2nd Friday of each month. Up Coming Dates June 12 July 10 August 14 September 11 October 9
Join us at Avondale for an exciting new program for ages 12-18: Building Ambitions and Talent (BAT)! Every other week, we'll explore new topics that will help develop your talent.
At Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center. Check the venue for prices and tickets.
Looking for the ultimate Friday night hangout? The library is staying open late just for teens! Join us monthly for the Library Late Show , an exclusive teen after hours event designed specifically for ages 12 to 18. Each session features a unique main activity, hands-on craft workshops, gaming, and plenty of free pizza. Why Attend This Teen After Hours Event? When the doors close to the public, teens take over! This program offers a safe, fun, and engaging environment where middle and high school students can hang out with friends and try new activities. What Every Session Includes: Free Pizza & Snacks: Fuel up while you hang out. Interactive Activities: Play games, build crafts, or compete in challenges. Exclusive Access: Enjoy use of the teen space after normal library hours. Upcoming Event Lineup August 14: Video Game Showdown September 11: Live-Action Clue October 9: Screen Printing Studio November 13: One Night Ultimate Werewolf December 11: Perler Bead Fidgets Because this is a special teen after hours event , safety and planning are top priorities. Space is limited, and entry requires registration in advance. ML: Teen After Hours Permission Slip Submission Date * How many t
Looking for a fun way to spend a Saturday with your family? Join Northgate for their our monthly program, Family Day Out! Enjoy a variety of activities for all ages, from family movie days to crafting, games, and more. Come play, create, and make memories together. Up Coming Dates October 24 | 10 am - 12 pm Origami November 14 | 10 am - 12 pm Box Craft Book December 12 | 10 am - 12 pm Holiday Storytime
Join us at the Eastgate Library every Saturday morning for songs and stories! Sing and move and listen to stories with us! Following the program, parents and children can stay and play with toys and books in our program room.
Baby Bounce is a 30-minute program for parents and caregivers of tiny tots aged 1 day to 18 months. With your baby on your lap, together we’ll sing and play and begin the fascinating and lifelong journey of joyful learning. Join us at the Downtown Branch Monday, Thursday and Saturday mornings at 10am and Tuesdays at 12 pm.
At Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center. Check the venue for prices and tickets.
Family Storytime is a program for little ones ages 0-5 and their grownups. We'll have stories, fingerplays, music and much more! Join the fun at our South Chatt Library every Saturday at 11:00 am.
Take your kitchen skills to the next level! Join us monthly Downtown for Upper Elementary Flavor Lab , a hands-on culinary adventure crafted specifically for kids in 3rd through 5th grade. Cooking on our Charlie Cart mobile kitchen , growing chefs will learn practical kitchen safety, explore new ingredients, and master delicious, healthy recipes they can make at home for themselves and their families. What to Expect: Skill Building: Learn real cooking techniques from chopping to measuring, the program is designed for older elementary kids. Flavorful Recipes: Taste-test dynamic, global dishes while discovering healthy eating options. Mobile Kitchen Experience: Powered by our interactive Charlie Cart! Important Note: Space is strictly limited to 15 participants per session on a first-come, first-served basis. Plan to arrive early to secure a spot! Upcoming Dates September 12 Cowboy Caviar October 10 Three Sisters Saute November 14 Jeon Korean Savory Pancakes December 12 Buddy's Breakfast Spaghetti
Toddler Time is a 30-minute action-packed informal learning program for children ages 18 to 36 months. Toddlers and their caregivers will learn new songs, rhymes and finger-plays, share books and make new friends. Registration is not required. Please join us at the Downtown Branch on Monday, Thursday and Saturday mornings at 11 am and Tuesday mornings at 10 am.
Join us for story time every day in the Museum!
Ever wanted to step into the shoes of your favorite character from anime, video games, comics, or movies? Join us for Teen Cosplay 101 , a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the art of costume creation, prop building, and character styling! What’s Provided Basic crafting supplies Shared maker tools What You’ll Learn & Do Yarn & Hair Challenge a box & Paint Spooky Doll Making Designing with Duct tape Eye-catching accessory
Join us at Eastgate for Make & Play Saturdays! Each Saturday from 3:30-4:30 pm, we will have activities for children ages 6-11 to enjoy. Explore new skills, STEAM challenges, arts & crafts, games, and more! September Sept 5: Lego Challenge Sept 12: Dancing Paper Craft Sept 19: Sept 26: Paper Rocking Snails October Oct 3: Lego Challenge Oct 10: Paper Pumpkins Oct 17: Oct 24: Flying Bat Puppets Oct 31: Fall Festival November Nov 7: Lego Challenge Nov 14: Candy Pumpkin Build Challenge Nov 21: Nov 28: Leaf Lanterns December Dec 5: Lego Challenge Dec 12 Decorate a Gingerbread Man Dec 19: Dec 26: DIY Fake Snow
Teens, join us and an awesome team from the Hunter Museum of American Art for a fun workshop every month! Ages 12-18 are invited to join us for art-making, snacks, and exclusive after-hours access to the Downtown Chattanooga Public Library. These programs are presented by the Hunter Museum of American Art and the Chattanooga Public Library. First Horizon Foundation is the proud sponsor of free youth admission. November 14: Quilting December 12: Watercolor Illustrations January 9: TBD RSVP and guardian permission form are REQUIRED. Please fill out the permission form below: Art After Dark Permission Slip Submission Date * For which date are you filling out this form? * August 8: Plastic Sculptures September 12: Metal Embossing October 10: Clay Masks November 14: Quilting December 12: Watercolor Illustrations How many teens do you need to register? * 1 2 3 4 5 Teen's Name * Teen s Name First First Last Last Teen #2 Name * Teen #2 Name First First Last Last Teen #3 Name * Teen #3 Name First First Last Last Teen #4 Name * Teen #4 Name First First Last Last Teen #5 Name * Teen #5 Name First First Last Last Parent/Guardian's Name * Parent/Guardian s Name First First Last Last Emergency C
Join us for story time every day in the Museum!
At Creative Discovery Museum. Check the venue for prices and tickets.
Get up and go! Jump, wiggle, dance, and jiggle! Children ages 0-5 (and their grownups) are invited to Music & Movement at Eastgate every Monday morning at 10 am. We'll explore music through song and dance with shaky eggs, scarves, parachute, and more.
Baby Bounce is a 30-minute program for parents and caregivers of tiny tots aged 1 day to 18 months. With your baby on your lap, together we’ll sing and play and begin the fascinating and lifelong journey of joyful learning. Join us at the Downtown Branch Monday, Thursday and Saturday mornings at 10am and Tuesdays at 12 pm.
Toddler Time is a 30-minute action-packed informal learning program for children ages 18 to 36 months. Toddlers and their caregivers will learn new songs, rhymes and finger-plays, share books and make new friends. Registration is not required. Please join us at the Downtown Branch on Monday, Thursday and Saturday mornings at 11 am and Tuesday mornings at 10 am.
Join us for story time every day in the Museum!
Come to the South Chatt Library every Monday for our STEAM program just for K-3rd graders ! Full STEAM Ahead offers offering engaging, hands-on activities that explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math . Join us for fun experiments, imaginative art projects, and much more! Special thanks to our sponsor Thompson Engineering for their support of our STEAM programming.
Come to the Downtown Library every Monday for our STEAM program just for K-3rd graders ! Full STEAM Ahead offers offering engaging, hands-on activities that explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math . Join us for fun experiments, imaginative art projects, and much more! Special thanks to our sponsor Thompson Engineering for their support of our STEAM programming.
Join the Eastgate Young Authors every Monday to grow your writing skills! 3rd-8th graders and library staff meet weekly to develop creative writing skills, explore different genres, and even work on longer projects. It's a supportive and inspiring environment where everyone can share their imagination!
At Creative Discovery Museum. Check the venue for prices and tickets.
Preschool Storytime is a 45-minute program for children ages 3 to 5 years old and their favorite adult. Have fun with your child by engaging in stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, crafts and so much more. Join us at the Northgate Branch on Tuesday mornings at 10 am and 11 am.
Baby Bounce is a 30-minute program for parents and caregivers of tiny tots aged 1 day to 18 months. With your baby on your lap, together we’ll sing and play and begin the fascinating and lifelong journey of joyful learning. Join us at the Eastgate Branch Tuesday mornings at 10am.
Toddler Time is a 30-minute action-packed informal learning program for children ages 18 to 36 months. Toddlers and their caregivers will learn new songs, rhymes and finger-plays, share books and make new friends. Registration is not required. Please join us at the Downtown Branch on Monday, Thursday and Saturday mornings at 11 am and Tuesday mornings at 10 am.
Spark your child’s imagination through stories and hands-on art! Join us Downtown for Exploring Art , an interactive educational program designed specifically for kids in Kindergarten through 3rd grade. Each session blends literature and art history, giving young creators a chance to explore world-famous artists and beloved picture book illustrators and then create their own masterpieces inspired by what they learn! What to Expect: Hands-On Art: Guided, age-appropriate creative projects exploring different styles and mediums. Learning & Fun: A supportive space to build artistic skills, fine motor control, and creative confidence. Who: Kids in Grades K–3 When: 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month at 11:00 AM Where: Downtown Branch Cost: Free | All art supplies provided.
Preschool Storytime is a 45-minute program for children ages 3 to 5 years old and their favorite adult. Have fun with your child by engaging in stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, crafts and so much more. Join us at the Northgate Branch on Tuesday mornings at 10 am and 11 am.
Join us for story time every day in the Museum!
Baby Bounce is a 30-minute program for parents and caregivers of tiny tots aged 1 day to 18 months. With your baby on your lap, together we’ll sing and play and begin the fascinating and lifelong journey of joyful learning. Join us at the Downtown Branch Monday, Thursday and Saturday mornings at 10am and Tuesdays at 12 pm.
Get ready for an exciting and creative adventure every week at the Eastgate Library! Our weekly STEAM program is perfect for 4th- 8th graders , offering engaging, hands-on activities that explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math . Join us for fun experiments, imaginative art projects, and much more! Special thanks to Thompson Engineering for generously sponsoring our STEAM programming and helping us bring these amazing experiences to you!
Ages 8-13 are i nvited to the Avondale Library for a dance class brought to you by The Pop-Up Project! Dance with The Pop-Up Project is an introductory, on-site, creative dance class presented by The Pop-Up Project . Ages 8-13 will explore multiple styles of dance, including Ballet, Jazz, Modern, Hip Hop, and Creative Dance. Dancers will learn movement exercises, stretches, and a short combination/ dance in each class. The class will be high-energy, fun and inspiring with the goal that all dancers can succeed. No experience or sign-up is necessary. Just pop, lock, and drop on in!
Come to the Eastgate Library every Tuesday for our STEAM program just for K-3rd graders ! Full STEAM Ahead offers offering engaging, hands-on activities that explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math . Join us for fun experiments, imaginative art projects, and much more! Special thanks to our sponsor Thompson Engineering for their support of our STEAM programming.
Get ready for an exciting and creative adventure every week at the Northgate Library! Our weekly STEAM program is perfect for 4th- 8th graders , offering engaging, hands-on activities that explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math . Join us for fun experiments, imaginative art projects, and much more! Special thanks to Thompson Engineering for generously sponsoring our STEAM programming and helping us bring these amazing experiences to you!
Toddler Time is a 30-minute action-packed informal learning program for children ages 18 to 36 months. Toddlers and their caregivers will learn new songs, rhymes and finger-plays, share books and make new friends. Registration is not required. Please join us at the Northgate Branch on Wednesdays at 10 am or 11 am!
Preschool Storytime is a 45-minute program for children ages 3 to 5 years old and their favorite adult. Have fun with your child by engaging in stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, crafts and so much more. Join us at the Downtown Branch on Wednesday mornings at 10 am.
Toddler Time is a 30-minute action-packed informal learning program for children ages 18 to 36 months. Toddlers and their caregivers will learn new songs, rhymes and finger-plays, share books and make new friends. Registration is not required. Please join us at the Eastgate Branch on Wednesdays at 10am!
Outdoor Storytime is a 30-minute storytime for children ages 0-5 and their grownups. Enjoy the beautiful outdoors and a story every Wednesday at 10:30 am. Outdoor Storytime is hosted either in the garden at South Chatt or occasionally at Frederick's Park , conveniently located behind our South Chattanooga Library. Please note that caregivers must stay with their child(ren) and ensure their safety during the entire program. We suggest you bring a towel or blanket, a hat or sunscreen, and bug spray if needed. For more information, call the South Chattanooga Library at 423-643-7780. IN CASE OF INCLEMENT WEATHER If there is rain, winds over 15 mph, temps below 40 degrees F, or temps above 95 degrees F, this program will relocated inside our South Chattanooga branch.
Toddler Time is a 30-minute action-packed informal learning program for children ages 18 to 36 months. Toddlers and their caregivers will learn new songs, rhymes and finger-plays, share books and make new friends. Registration is not required. Please join us at the Northgate Branch on Wednesdays at 10 am or 11 am!
Join us for story time every day in the Museum!
Get ready for an exciting and creative adventure every week at the Avondale Library! Our weekly STEAM program is perfect for 4th- 8th graders , offering engaging, hands-on activities that explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math . Join us for fun experiments, imaginative art projects, and much more! Special thanks to Thompson Engineering for generously sponsoring our STEAM programming and helping us bring these amazing experiences to you!
Join SPLASH Arts at the Downtown Library every Wednesday for an introductory art class! This class is for all K-12th grade students, any skill level. No sign-up is needed, and all supplies are provided.
Curious Kids is a program for curious patrons ages 6-11! Curious Kids is designed to get those creative juices flowing. Join us to learn, play, create, and be curious! Check our schedule for specific activities each week. October 10/7: Paper Roll People 10/14: Fall Leaf Bookmarks 1021: Blowing Ghost 10/28: Ghostly Portraits November 11/4: Beaded Cute Chains 11/11: Rad Ring Puppets 11/18: Beaded Snails / Clay Snails December 12/2: Salt Dough Snakes 12/9: Yarn Gnomes 12/16: Folding Magazine Trees
At Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center. Check the venue for prices and tickets.
At Creative Discovery Museum. Check the venue for prices and tickets.
Baby Bounce is a 30-minute program for parents and caregivers of tiny tots aged 1 day to 18 months. With your baby on your lap, together we’ll sing and play and begin the fascinating and lifelong journey of joyful learning. Join us at the Northgate Branch on Thursday mornings at 10 am or 11 am.
Family Storytime is a program for little ones ages 0-5 and their grownups. We'll have stories, fingerplays, music and much more! Join the fun at our Eastgate Branch every Thursday at 10:00 am.
Baby Bounce is a 30-minute program for parents and caregivers of tiny tots aged 1 day to 18 months. With your baby on your lap, together we’ll sing and play and begin the fascinating and lifelong journey of joyful learning. Join us at the Downtown Branch Monday, Thursday and Saturday mornings at 10am and Tuesdays at 12 pm.
Family Storytime is a program for little ones ages 0-5 and their grownups. We'll have stories, fingerplays, music and much more! Join the fun at our South Chatt Library every Thursday at 10:00 am.
Join us at the South Chattanooga Library after our Family Storytime to chat with other grownups while the kids play. It will be a great time to connect and learn from each other.
Baby Bounce is a 30-minute program for parents and caregivers of tiny tots aged 1 day to 18 months. With your baby on your lap, together we’ll sing and play and begin the fascinating and lifelong journey of joyful learning. Join us at the Northgate Branch on Thursday mornings at 10 am or 11 am.
Toddler Time is a 30-minute action-packed informal learning program for children ages 18 to 36 months. Toddlers and their caregivers will learn new songs, rhymes and finger-plays, share books and make new friends. Registration is not required. Please join us at the Downtown Branch on Monday, Thursday and Saturday mornings at 11 am and Tuesday mornings at 10 am.
Join us for story time every day in the Museum!
Chattanooga sits in a bend of the Tennessee River beneath Lookout Mountain, whose Incline Railway, Ruby Falls and Rock City are the classic family day out. The Tennessee Aquarium and the Creative Discovery Museum face each other on the riverfront, and the Walnut Street pedestrian bridge connects to the North Shore. Chattanooga Public Library's fourth floor is a maker space.
Holiday events for kids in Chattanooga, 2026: tree lightings, light displays, Santa visits and gingerbread workshops, day by day.
59 children’s events are on in Chattanooga in the next seven days, read every night from the calendars of Chattanooga Public Library (6 branches, 700 upcoming programmes), plus Creative Discovery Museum and Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center. Library programmes are free. Museum and zoo events say “admission may apply”; check the venue for prices.
27 places to collect. Tap “I'm here” when you're at one and the stamp goes in your book; collect 5 and print the certificate.
Stamps live on your phone. Open your passport to see them all, print the certificate, or save them to your email.
Yes and no. Every event, time, address and link is open to anyone. An account only lets you save outings you plan to go to.
Each library and venue calendar is re-read every night, so a cancelled storytime disappears within a day. Times are shown in Chattanooga’s own time zone.
Babies and toddlers, preschoolers, early grades, tweens and teens. Pick an age range above to narrow the list; leave them all off to see everything.