Nashville Public Library - Hadley Park

Adults, join us for this exciting workshop! Express yourself through creative writing, poetry and spoken word.

To register, contact Hadley park Branch Library at 615-862-5865 or visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/master-class-writing-workshop-tickets-393340039647?aff=esfb&utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-source=fb&utm-term=checkoutwidget&fbclid=IwAR2HfPa7wp8uvox-X7IoQGZuLuZUvYd2IUuQoJUb5uV8dP6dZMaTYXRjdNQ

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If Oona can make friends with a few crabby hermit crabs and everyone else then why can't she make friends with Stanley?

After trying her best to impress him with her big, bold and noisy inventions, Stanley was still too busy with his own shiny treasures to pay her any attention. Until one day, she gets a very bright idea. Find out what wins him over when you check out Ms. Jocelyn's Picture Book Pick of the Week, Oona and the Shark by Kelly DiPucchio! 📚🦀

Oona and the shark "A curious and inventive mermaid attempts to befriend a shark with sensory issues"-- Oona the mermaid is friends with everyone, but when her attempts to befriend a shark with sensory issues fail miserably she realizes what may be fun for her may be overwhelming for him.

Who hugs and kisses baby the most?

You're sure to find out in this beautifully illustrated picture book by Ceece Kelley. Turn the pages in this sweet and gentle story before bed or anytime as you smother your little one in kisses this Mother's Day!

Check out Ms. Jocelyn's Picture Book of the Week, Dear Mama's Loving Arms and have a very happy Mother's Day! 💐

Dear Mama's loving arms This book is a reminder to all mothers to stop and enjoy the bond we share with our children even when it is most challenging, like those days where all the baby wants is to be held. Despite longing for Dear Mama's embrace, Baby learns to defeat the big, bad daily nap time separation by joining Dear...

Hadley Park Branch Library will be closed Saturday, May 7 due to Tennessee State University's graduation ceremony. We will reopen Monday, May 9 at 10 AM.

Congratulations to our Circulation Assistant Shandi! While we'll miss having you around, we are extremely excited about your promotion to Program Specialist here at NPL! We know you'll do well as you design many more displays like our campaign displays. Thanks for leaving us with a very courageous mugshot!

Don't let Shandi be the only "Card Bandit." Stop by and get your limited edition Library Card or visit https://library.nashville.org/get-card to get your Digital Card today!

Make a statement when you stop by to pick up your NPL Banned Books card. Update your old card or pick up a new one now through the end of May!

Whether you have stellar hair like Stella or your eyes kiss in the corners, we all have something uniquely diverse to celebrate. During the month of April we've celebrated being a Community of Many Faces.

Parents and kids join us Saturday, April 30 between 10 AM to 4 PM for Creation Station and create your own "Me Puppet" while supplies last. Then check out Yesenia Moises' star studded picture book, Stella's Stellar Hair or any one of these amazing titles today! ✨

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Don't miss this opportunity to get your finances on track. Wednesdays in May, plan to spend your lunchbreaks with instructor Cindy Stone, who will guide you through budgeting, investing, credit, student debt, and more. Bring something to eat, and leave with a financial action plan in hand. Registration is required, call 615-862-5865 to sign up.

It's yoga seaZEN. Join us every Saturday at 10:30 for Gentle Flow Yoga. We'll breathe, move, and challenge ourselves gently together on our mats. This class is suited for any level and is accessible for all. Class is led by Small World Yoga's wonderful team of teachers.

We are working together to end the opioid overdose epidemic. Join us on Wednesday, March 9 at 10:30. Kaitlynn Whiteaker, MSW, Regional Overdose Prevention Specialist for STARS, will present a free 60 minute training that covers stigma, harm reduction, recognizing an overdose, and more. Participants will be certified to use Naloxone and may receive a Naloxone kit as supplies permit.