Norris Community Library

LEGO Club
2024-06-07 15:30 - 16:30 UTC
LEGO Club is held every Friday from 3:30-4:30pm. We supply the LEGO, you supply the imagination.

Kid's Art Club: Backyard Art
2024-06-06 15:30 - 16:30
Kids can join us for our weekly art club every Thursday from 3:30-4:30pm! This week we’re making some backyard art!

Adult Craft: Map Coasters
2024-06-05 13:00 - 14:00
We’re making ceramic coasters out of maps! Join us for Adult Crafts on Wednesday, June 5th at 1:00pm. All supplies provided!

Gardening in Norris Seminar #2
2024-06-05 10:00 - 15:00
Event Information:
“Gardening in Norris” Seminar #2
presented by the Norris Community Garden and Anderson County Master Gardeners Association

Date: 06/05/2024
Time: 10:00AM-3:00PM
Location: Norris Community Building
Address: 20 Chestnut Dr., Norris, TN 37828
Contact for questions: Susan Baker at 865 742-2959 or Bonnie Peacock at 865 388-0788

This is a paid event. Registration is $20, due by Monday, June 3rd. Registration fees are nonrefundable. Checks or cash can be mailed to: Norris Community Garden PO Box 515 Norris, TN 37828.
Event Description:
A second Seminar presented by the Norris Community Garden and Anderson County Master Gardeners Association will be held at the Norris Community Building on Wednesday June 5th from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

A very informative and exciting agenda is as follows:
10:00 The Good, the Bad and the Ugly: Beneficial insect, garden pests and disease in the garden.
11:00 Beyond the Pot- Wild Ideas with Containers.
12:00 Lunch provided by Norris Community Garden Committee and Firehouse Subs.
1:00 Growing Those Necessary Herbs.
1:40 A Taste of Herbs.
2:00 Herbs as Medicine.
2:40 Awarding Door Prizes.

Skype a Scientist: Sssssnakes!
2024-06-04 15:30 - 16:30
Join us on a skype call to a (sssss)certified ssssssnake expert! Anyone is welcome to come and learn cool reptile facts, ask your most pressing snake questions, and learn what it’s like to be a Herpetologist!

MUSE Knoxville: Float Your Boat!
2024-06-03 13:00 - 14:00
Join us for a visit from MUSE Knoxville! Become a real-life engineer by designing, creating, and testing an aluminum foil boat! Students will learn about the engineering design process, prototyping, the value of failure and iteration, data collection, and collaboration in this STEAM class. This program is geared for 3rd-5th graders.

Storytime: MUSE Knoxville (Shake, Rattle, and Roll!)
2024-06-03 11:00 - 12:00
Our Storytime event this week is presented by MUSE Knoxville! Our youngest friends will explore animal movement using tactile manipulatives and their bodies through music and games. Includes a read aloud book, dancing, games, and parachute play. This program is designed for young children

Summer Reading Kickoff
2024-06-01 15:00 - 16:00
Join us for our Summer Reading Kickoff on Saturday, June 1st at 3:00! We’ll have games, food, and beverages. Sign up for our annual Summer Reading Program while you’re here!

LEGO Club
2024-05-31 15:30 - 16:30, 2024-05-24 15:30 - 16:30, 2024-05-17 15:30 - 16:30, 2024-05-10 15:30 - 16:30 | Norris Community Library, 1 Norris Square, Norris, TN, 37828, United States

Kids Art Club: Toilet Paper Roll Flower Stamps
2024-05-30 15:30 - 16:30 | Norris Community Library, 1 Norris Square, Norris, TN, 37828, United States
Kids can join us for our weekly art club every Thursday from 3:30-4:30pm! This week we’re making toilet paper roll flower stamps.

Teen Out: Knifty Knitters 101
2024-05-29 16:00 - 17:00 | Norris Community Library, 1 Norris Square, Norris, TN, 37828, United States
Teen Out! is a meetup for teens every other Wednesday from 4-5 pm. Teens will be doing crafts, activities, challenges, and more! This week, teens will be learning about knitting

Family Game Night
2024-05-28 16:00 - 18:00 | Norris Community Library, 1 Norris Square, Norris, TN, 37828, United States
Family Game Night is scheduled every last Tuesday of the month from 4-6pm. We’ll have games and puzzles for the whole family! Popcorn will be provided, but patrons are welcome to bring their own snacks and beverages!

Library Closing: Memorial Day
2024-05-27 09:00 - 18:00 | Norris Community Library, 1 Norris Square, Norris, TN, 37828, United States
The library will be closed May 27th in observance of Memorial Day. No fines/fees will accrue on any accounts while the library is closed. As always, the library’s book drop, online catalog, and website will remain available.

Tech Hour
2024-05-25 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-05-18 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-05-11 11:00 - 12:00 | Norris Community Library, 1 Norris Square, Norris, TN, 37828, United States
Stop by the library Saturdays from 11-12 for one on one basic tech troubleshooting.

Kids Art Club: Magic Caterpillar
2024-05-23 15:30 - 16:30 | Norris Community Library, 1 Norris Square, Norris, TN, 37828, United States
Kids can join us for our weekly art club every Thursday from 3:30-4:30pm! This week we’re making a magic caterpillar.

Family Story Time: Opposites
2024-05-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Norris Community Library, 1 Norris Square, Norris, TN, 37828, United States
Kelsie reads themed stories and we color. This week’s theme is Opposites. This program is designed for Pre-K ages, but younger & older siblings are also welcome!

Norris Chalk Walk
2024-05-18 08:00 - 17:00
Event Information:
Norris Chalk Walk!

Date: 05/18/2024 (Rain date: 05/25/2024)
Time: 8:00am-5:00pm
Location: Norris Middle School’s Bus Circle
Address: 5 Norris Square, Norris, TN 37828

Contact for questions: Norris Community Library (865-494-6800 or questions@norriscommunitylibrary.com)

This is a free event, but per-registration is required! https://norriscommunitylibrary.com/norris-chalk-walk
What It Is: The Chalk Walk is a day-long event where artists of all ages are invited to illustrate a square in the sidewalk with chalk pastels! The community will then have the opportunity to view the artwork and vote for their favorites from each category! Anyone may sign up for free online or in person at the Norris Community Library while spots are available.
Parking: We recommend that you park in the new parking spaces behind Norris Middle School. Parking on the main street will be available in the morning, but closed off in the afternoon for the 75th Birthday event.
Supplies Provided: Water bottles, 1 box of chalk
Recommended Supplies: Extra chalk, extra water and snacks, brushes, felt, gloves, knee pads, paper towels, tape
Banned Supplies: We are using this space temporarily so paint, fixatives, and other permanent supplies will not be allowed.
Subject Matter: This is a family event, so please keep the theme of your artwork light and friendly. Banned topics include: nudity, foul language, excessive violence, and politically charged materials. Thank you for being kind and respectful to the community and other artists.
Instructions for the Day-Of: The event will run from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Please arrive at the Norris Bus Circle between 8:00-9:00 AM to sign in and pickup your name tag, your supplies, and your place assignment. Spaces will be marked ahead of time with artists sorted into 4 different categories: Elementary, Middle/High, Adult, Family/Group/Team. Once you have found your spot, you may set up your supplies and lay down tape, but may not start with chalk until the event begins. There will be announcements over the course of the event, so listen closely.

Norris 75th Anniversary Celebration!
2024-05-18 02:00 - 18:00
Event Information:
Norris 75th Anniversary Celebration!

Date: 05/18/2024 (Rain date: 05/25/2024)
Time: 2:00pm
Location: Norris Commons
Address: Norris Square, Norris, TN 37828
Contact for questions: norris75thanniversary@gmail.com

This is a free event.
Join us at the Norris Lions Pavilion for the 75th Anniversary Birthday Celebration, complete with a historic community photograph on the Commons, followed by live music, food trucks, lawn games, bounce houses, antique cars, a chalk walk, and a special ceremony & historical display.
RSVP for the photograph at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/norris-75th-birthday-historic-group-photo-tickets-864997830797?fbclid=IwAR1-Chn0zugeIBc4p82YcQ7Xje1-QajvtZX5a5BftnmqZzSxVfA_NIPoEPk_aem_Afbu5IyihLSaoZWQrsps-oP9e-HhKDy7r9e5yJEWQsVaPmZP6jAN3NlmsaOrCAf_YnHIlNK05bBgt_cFVS2FtaFO
Find more information on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090145464067

Kids Art Club: Pompom Bugs
2024-05-16 15:30 - 16:30 | Norris Community Library, 1 Norris Square, Norris, TN, 37828, United States
Kids can join us for our weekly art club every Thursday from 3:30-4:30pm! This week we’re making Pompom Bugs.

Teen Out: Return of the Bead Lizards
2024-05-15 16:00 - 17:00 | Norris Community Library, 1 Norris Square, Norris, TN, 37828, United States
Teen Out! is a meetup for teens every other Wednesday from 4-5 pm. Teens will be doing crafts, activities, challenges, and more! This week, teens will be doing bead lizards.

Family Story Time: Food
2024-05-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Norris Community Library, 1 Norris Square, Norris, TN, 37828, United States
Kelsie reads themed stories and we color. This week’s theme is Food. This program is designed for Pre-K ages, but younger & older siblings are also welcome!

Renaissance Run
2024-05-11 09:00 - 12:00
Event Information:
Renaissance Run

Date: 05/11/2024
Time: starting at 9:00AM
Location: In the center of Norris, TN
Address: 5 Norris Square

Contact for questions:

Renaissance Run on Facebook
Brianne.Kibler@gmail.com

This is a paid event. Registration is $25 and youth (11 and under) $10.
The Norris Area Community Foundation Presents the 2024 Renaissance Run. There are three categories for participants to choose from: 5k Run, 1 Mile Fun Walk, and Virtual Experience. The event will also have awards, door prizes, and a bounce house. Proceeds benefit community grants in the Andersonville, Bethel, Fairview, and Norris service area.

Kids Art Club: Handprint Cacti
2024-05-09 15:30 - 16:30 | Norris Community Library, 1 Norris Square, Norris, TN, 37828, United States
Kids can join us for our weekly art club every Thursday from 3:30-4:30pm! This week we’re making a handprint cacti.

Computer Basics Class
2024-05-07 11:30 - 12:30 | Norris Community Library, 1 Norris Square, Norris, TN, 37828, United States
Join us for a monthly computer class covering various tech related topics. For April, the computer class topic is Computer Basics.

Family Story Time: Manners
2024-05-06 11:00 - 12:00 | Norris Community Library, 1 Norris Square, Norris, TN, 37828, United States
Kelsie reads themed stories and we color. This week’s theme is Manners. This program is designed for Pre-K ages, but younger & older siblings are also welcome!
