Library Programs

Cinema @ the Library !

South Chattanooga Branch - First Friday of each month.

Eastgate Branch - Special Saturday Movie Days @ 2:30 pm

Please call 423-757-5310 or check the links above for times and titles.

ESL Classes

The former READ Chattanooga program for ESL students has been adopted by the library. The volunteer teacher, Betsy Chesney, meets students at the Downtown Branch on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 4:30 to 5:30pm.

Anime @ the Library

Learn about our anime club;
meet other fans! Bring snacks to share! Cosplay is welcome. There can be art tables and displays. If you have questions or you have work or collections that you would like to display, please call the library at 423-757-5310.

Ask about our monthly anime features at the
South Chattanooga branch of the library.

Local History Programming

Beginning Genealogy Workshops

Presented by Mary Helms, Head Librarian, of the Local History and Genealogy Department and designed specifically for beginners, this one-time introductory class covers the basics of genealogical research and the resources available at the library. Topics include gathering family information, using genealogical forms, accessing vital records, using indexes to locate census records, finding state, county, and local records, and locating military records. Instruction is given on using the library catalog. The Library offers Ancestry Library Edition, HeritageQuest Online, Footnote, NewEnglandAncestors.org, and Sanborn Maps for library patrons.  The use of these and other genealogical databases on the Internet will be included.

Below are the dates and times for the scheduled classes. Pre-registration is required. For additional information and to pre-register, call 423-757-5310 and ask for the branch where you will attend the class. A $3.00 fee is charged to cover the cost of the handouts.

Saturday, October 1, 10:00 a.m.-12:00—Downtown Library Auditorium (757-5317)

Saturday, October 8, 10:00 a.m.-12:00—Eastgate Library (855-2685)

Saturday, November 12, 10:00-12:00—Northgate Library (870-0636)

Advanced Genealogy Class

Researching Your Civil War Ancestor: Johnny Reb or Billy Yank
Saturday, November 5, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 Downtown Library Auditorium (757-5317)