Volunteer Opportunities at the Library

Looking for a place to volunteer? The Library has positions for volunteers age 14 and up. Right now we need a couple of highly reliable volunteers to pull hold requests Saturdays at 4 PM and to shelve in the Children's Department Tuesdays 6-8 PM. We also have a few spots open in the afternoon and evening for shelvers in the Circulation Department. To help or to find out more, fill out an online application on our website today!

No Girl's Dream

No Girl's Dream 

Thursday, October 29, 6:30-7:30 PM

Presenter: You Have the Power

Free presentation. Registration required.

Featuring survivors of trafficking and experts from throughout Tennessee, No Girl's Dream educates audiences on the prevalence of sex trafficking in Tennessee and the United States, the risk factors and red flags of trafficking victims, and resources available for victims and suspected instances of trafficking.

This presentation if for teens and their parents, presented by the GFWC Brentwood Women's Club and You Have the Power. Door-prizes will be awarded.

Andrea Conte founded You Have the Power in 1993 as a grass-roots movement to bring together those whose lives had been touched by violent crime. You Have the Power’s mission is to educate, empower, and advocate for power and communities who are impacted by violent crime.

Click here to read about the article published in The Brentwood Home Page.


Register here, call Brigid Day at 615-371-0090 ext. 8510, or e-mail dayb@brentwood-tn.org.

Check Out IndieFlix!

Here's a no-brainer. 

Why pay for quality entertainment when you can get if for free? Did you know your library card gives you access to more than 7,500 high-quality, independent films? 

Seriously!

Membership has it's privileges with your library card. Enjoy yourself and entertain your family...on us.

And just think. It was right at your fingertips the whole time.

You're welcome!

Adult Summer Reading Program Begins May 28th

Calling all heroes!

 

Escape the ordinary with the Adult Summer Reading Program that begins May 28th. The grand prize is an iPad mini.

Pick up your program materials outside the library administration office. Submit up to five completed Bingo Boards to be entered in a drawing for prizes, including the iPad mini.

Help us honor The Brentwood City Police and Fire Departments, our local heroes, when you pick up your materials. Sit down and complete the Hometown Hero jigsaw puzzle.

Please ask a reference librarian for further information about the Summer Reading Program.

Our Summer Reading Program would not be possible without the generosity of our sponsor - The Friends of the Brentwood Library.

Distracted Driving - the Science and the Strategies

 

Do you talk on your cell phone while driving? Do you read or send brief text messages during your commute? Has your family ever commented on your inattention to driving while they are in the car with you? If so, this class is for you.

Tuesday, April 7

5:30 - 7:00 pm

The research says it. The science proves it. Distracted Driving causes over a third of all crashes. Learn about the perils of Distracted Driving wrapped up in a fun, interactive experience. Since April is National Distracted Driving Month, join us to hear the facts and reflect on your own driving behaviors. All drivers 15 and older are welcome.

The Search is On!

Do you love books and libraries? Are you interested in giving back to the community? Would you  like to enhance your job or college resume with volunteer work? Need a little time away from the routine where you can also help others? The library is looking for volunteers. How about you?

We are currently looking for enthusiastic, dependable folks to help in our children's department and the administrative office, as well as special event helpers. Whether you're looking for a long-term weekly commitment, a more concentrated multi-day opportunity, an on-call "sub needed" situation, or a one-time event-oriented position, the library needs you.

To find out how you can help, fill out an online application.