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WELCOME!

Welcome to Friends of Seymour, Tennessee's community space - the Library! More than a collection of books and periodicals, we provide a gathering place for a community without a town hall, computer access for students, researchers, and job seekers, as well as engaging programs for all ages PLUS a cozy reading area! Happily serving Sevier, Knox, and Blount Counties.

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See our latest events here. Classes and additional items are listed on our Facebook page or scroll down this page.

Current Gatherings

So many things are happening at the library! Here is a list of recurring gatherings.* Sign up for our newsletter to see more!

*Class times are subject to change. Library closures to weather and holidays may affect the class times. Please check with Facebook, the library, or class leader in case of concern.

Acoustic Jam

Second Monday 6:30-8pm

Gather in the Community Room with your acoustic instrument - or bring your voice! All skill levels are welcome and event is free. Bring a song you would like to share with the group. See you there!

Stitches of Love

Tuesdays 1-3pm

Stitches of Love is a group of ladies who meet weekly in Seymour, TN, while knitting and crocheting and give their beautiful items to different groups in need of these items.

Family Cookbook Club

First Thursday 5:30-7pm

Come join us! This club is open to families of all ages and sizes who want to share their love of cooking. Each family will bring a themed meal to share, along with copies of the recipe, taken from a cookbook of their choosing.

Chair Exercise

Most Mondays 6:30-8pm

A careful, thoughtful way to get exercise and gather with friends. CLICK HERE to download flyer for more information. Please call 865-573-0728 to register. Class size is limited. **Must sign waiver to participate.

Chess Club

First Thursday 3:30-5:30pm

We will be following the Sevier County School schedule this year. No school - no chess. Add this to your schedule and join in the fun! We teach and play. We have all levels from beginners to advanced. All ages 5-80+.

Matter of Balance

Thursdays 10:30am-12:30pm

Award winning program designed to teach older adults to manage falls and increase activity levels. Learn how to avoid falls and mitigate potential consequences. Class led by Kaysie Adkins of UT Extension Sevier County.

Story Time & Book Clubs

TBD

There are now various times and days for story times and book clubs. Please check with the library or our Facebook page for information for your child, from preschool to teens!

Friends of Seymour Library

WHO WE ARE

Friends of Seymour Library exists to advocate for and provide high quality and accessible library facilities, services and programs that enhance the intellectual and cultural life and literacy of the residents of the greater Seymour community.

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SUPPORT

BECOME A MEMBER

We have very reasonable annual dues for members. Click the button below to see the options.

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Music events, book sales, community sales - couldn't happen without you. Click below to add your name to the list.

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JOIN MEETINGS

As a member, learn what we are doing behind the scenes and how you can participate.

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SPONSORSHIP & DONATIONS

All proceeds from book sales, event, and donations go back into future events and programs at the library.

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New Arrivals

A Piece of Local History

These items were created exclusively to support the Williams Family Seymour Branch Library. They are available at the library for purchase. You may also purchase online by clicking the button below.

Proceeds of purchases and memberships go to Friends of Seymour Library, a nonprofit which supports the programs and activities of the Williams Family Seymour Branch Library.

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We are an organization that is run to support the Williams Family Seymour Branch Library. Please sign up as a member to help support the efforts to bring events to our area.