MTHEA Education Fair

 Are you looking for a degree program to fit your active lifestyle? Stop by the Middle Tennessee Higher Education Alliance education fair and talk with representatives from area colleges and universities.

Friday, May 8

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

The Middle Tennessee Higher Education Alliance is comprised on accredited colleges and universities focused on increasing the awareness of higher educational resources in the Greater Nashville area. This education fair is free; no registration required.

Williamson County Community Band

Join us here at the Brentwood Library to hear the Williamson County Community Band in concert.

Sunday, May 3  at 3:00pm

The Williamson Country Community Band is an all-volunteer group of over 40 musicians, young and seasoned, playing a variety of instruments. You'll love what you hear and have a great time supporting other members of the community as they entertain you.

Please join us for the band's first concert of the year!

Summer Reading: The Story Begins

This year's Summer Reading Program theme for kids is 

Every Hero Has a Story. 

In fact, every hero, every villain, every reader has a story. What's your story? Come explore story after story during our summer reading program for kids, teens, and adults.

Summer Program Registration begins 

April 30th

9-am - 12 pm in the Library

and 12 pm online.

These programs for ages 6-12 fill up very quickly, so mark you calendar!

Summer Reading Log Registration occurs May 28th -- July 3rd.

For more information, call 615-371-0090, ext. 8380 or email chappella@brentwood-tn.org.

(NOTE: Registration for Preschool Programs begins May 28th.)

Fisk-Vanderbilt Roadshow Planetarium

 

The Fisk-Vanderbilt Roadshow Planetarium is headed back

to the Brentwood Library

Saturday, April 11

 In close partnership with Vanderbilt University’s historic Dyer Observatory, the Physics & Astronomy departments of both Fisk University and Vanderbilt University are proud to offer a public outreach initiative comprising a large inflatable planetarium. By projecting a representation of the night sky onto the dome’s interior, we are able to teach students about the constellations and various mythologies, the nature of stars, the Sun-Earth-Moon system, the Solar System planets and their motions, and many other celestial phenomena in a fun yet informative manner.

 

 

There are 4 showings. Registration is required. 

Limit of 30 students per class. 

Call 615-371-0090, ext. 8290 or

register online by selecting the appropriate showing:

 

10:00am - Ages 6-7  (Must be 6 by August 31)

10:30am - Ages 8-12

 11:00am - Ages 6-7  (Must be 6 by August 31)

11:30am - Ages 8-12

 



Celebrating Arbor Day at the Brentwood Library

 

 

Although National Arbor Day is the last Friday in April, Tennessee and Brentwood celebrate the last Friday in March. The Brentwood Library is hosting the city's annual Arbor Day festivities, sponsored by the City of Brentwood Tree Board, on

Saturday, March 28, from 11am - 1 pm

For the kids, we'll have a story time about trees, face painting, and crafts.  Free hot dogs will be available for all ages, and Brentwood residents and property owners will have a last chance to win a tree in our acorn guessing contest. There will also be saplings available for you to take home and plant.

 

Stop by and help us celebrate Tennessee's trees and the many ways in which trees enhance our community and our lives. Let's celebrate Arbor Day together: Saturday, March 28th!

Nashville Opera Presents Jack and the Beanstalk

HCA/TriStar and Nashville Opera OnTour present a musical treat for ages Pre-K through 5th grade: John Davies' Jack and the Beanstalk.

In this operatic retelling of the classic children's fairy tale, Jack disobeys his mother by trading his beloved cow for magical beans instead of buying food. When he meets a giant and his wife atop the beanstalk, Jack discovers who stole his hen that laid golden eggs. In the end, both Jack and the giant learn a few lessons while children learn the timeless lesson of "the Golden Rule."

This family friendly 45-minute production is sung in English and set to music by Gilbert and Sullivan. Don't miss this opportunity to introduce your children to opera!

Saturday, February 28

11:00-12:00

for Pre-K through 5th Grade

 

 

Early Detection of Lung Cancer

FREE SEMINAR

 

 

Tuesday

January 13

10:00-11:00am

SEMINAR PRESENTER:

Dr. Tammy Baxter, MD

 

Review of current state of lung cancer and efforts toward early detection and treatment.

Presenters’ Bio: Dr. Tammy Baxter is a Thoracic Surgeon with Centennial Thoracic Surgical Associates, Nashville, TN

Sponsored by Sarah Cannon Cancer Center and TriStar Health.

 

 

 

 

Click here to register for this free seminar or

 by calling 371-0090 ext. 8510.

 

Brentwood Library

8100 Concord Rd.

Brentwood, TN 37027

 

Normal Aging and the Brain

 

Thursday, January 8

6-7:30pm

Free seminar

 

Yikes! I've Lost My Keys Again:

What is Normal Aging?

As we age, our mental abilities change. A certain amount of forgetfulness and slowed thinking is to be expected, but how do you know what is normal? Neurologists Dr. Pamela D. Drury, Ph.D., BCN and Dr. Jessy Barclay, Ph.D. will explain how they determine if your lapses are just normal "senior moments", or may be something more serious. They will also discuss steps you can take now to improve cognitive functioning and lower risk factors for cognitive problems down the road.

  Click here to register for this seminar or call 615-371-0090 ext 8510.

 

Presenters’ Bio: Dr. Drury is the Founder and Director of Neurobehavioral Associates of Nashville. Her goal is to help clients achieve their highest potential by focusing on brain health. She trained at both Vanderbilt and Duke Universities, is a Licensed Clinical Neuropsychologist, and is Board Certified in Neurofeedback.  Dr. Jessy Barclay, Ph.D. is the Founder and Director of Psychology Associates, PLLC. She is a licensed neuropsychologist and clinical psychologist who offers neuropsychological evaluation services to children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly. Dr. Barclay completed a 2-year post-doctoral fellowship in clinical neuropsychology at the University of Connecticut.

 



Essential Oils 101

Join us for two free presentations on Essential Oils.

 

 Beauty, Pain Management, and Mental Health.

 

Monday, January 5th from 6-7:30pm

 

 

And Essential Oils for Family Health, Wellness, and Illness Prevention

 

Monday, January 12th from 6-7:30

 

Register for these free presentations by clicking here for Jan 5th and here for Jan 12th.

(You are welcome to attend both, but don't forget to register individually for each.)

 

 

Essential Oils have been a well-documented part of history for health, wellness, and beauty. For centuries, people have used them in conjunction with modern medicine and holistic practices. Come learn about essential oils in a fun and informative series focused on the science of essential oils, how they interact with the body on a cellular level, and for what purposes they can help accompany existing practices for health and wellness. While essential oils are not intended to treat or cure any particular condition, they can be an effective supplement to add to your family's existing practices.

 

Presenter: Lane Rosencrans has been an educator in Williamson County Schools for eleven years and holds a Bachelor's Degree in English and a Master's Degree in Education. Lane has been using essential oils for nearly three years, and these presentations combine her passion for teaching with her desire to educate adults on the many benefits of essential oils.

Williamson Wind Quintet

Join us for an afternoon of great holiday music!

 

Sunday, December 21st at 3pm

 

The Williamson Wind Quintet will play selections of Christmas music-songs that you can sing to and songs that you can sit back and enjoy. There will be something for everyone at this free concert!

 

The Williamson Wind Quintet is a group of musicians who play with the Williamson County Community Band. They formed their quintet in 2011 and are available for performances in the greater Nashville area.

 

No registration necessary.

Tickets for Morning with Santa

 

Morning with santa & magic show

Saturday, December 6

Doors open at 9am

Enjoy a visit with our featured guest—Santa!

Bring your camera and plan on staying for refreshments. 

 

Magician Scott Humston will be on hand again this year to amaze and delight us  with his fascinating magic and hilarious showmanship. The magic show will be offered at three times:  9:30am, 10:30am and 11:30am. 

 

You must have a ticket to participate in either the Morning with Santa or the Magic Show. Tickets are available beginning Monday, November 17th at the Children's Desk. These are free events, but tickets are required.

 

For more information, please contact Pat Ladnier or Missy Dillingham at 371-0090, ext. 8380.

 

 

Understanding Hearing Loss and Hearing Aids

 

Wednesday, Nov 12th

12-1:30pm

Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center audiologists will discuss new and innovative solutions for hearing loss, followed up with a question and answer session.

Bring your lunch - cookies and bottled water will be provided!

Join presenters Alicia Barker and Haley Butler for this free event. Registration is required. You may click here to register or call Judy at 615-371-0090 ext 8850.

  

Easy Holiday Decorating

Looking for some easy holiday decorating designs for your home? Join is for a laid back class that will present 20 easy ideas on Harvest Decorating, 21 easy Christmas Decorating ideas, and 9 easy Hanukkah Decorating ideas. We will be discussing how to use simple, every day items from around the house to decorate your home for the holidays. 

 Monday, November 10th from 1-3pm in the Computer Lab. 

Presented by Amanda Gates from Gates Interior Design. 

This is a free class, but registration is required. Please click here to reserve your spot or call Judy Payton at 615-371-0090 ext 8510.

Freelance Writing for Magazines

Have you considered writing for a magazine? Wondering if you have what it takes?

Join instructor Randy Rudder on Tuesday, November 4th from 6-8pm for a workshop that covers generating story ideas, writing strong query letters, researching and identifying markets, doing interviews and even some bookkeeping/tax information for setting up a home-based writing business.

Randy Rudder has been a college English professor, freelance writer, writer/producer with the Christian Broadcasting Network, and author. He has written for Nashville Lifestyles, The Nashville Business Journal, Country Weekly, Bluegrass Unlimited, American Profile, and many other publications. He is also the author of The Country Music Reader (2007) and Chicken Soup for the Soul: Country Music edition (2011).

Click here to register for this workshop or call Judy at 615-371-0090 ext 8510

Note: 10 person minimum to hold class.

Andre and The Heartsounds Concert

Join us on Sunday, November 2nd at 3pm for a special music event featuring Dr. Andre Churchwell and The Heartsounds as they perform classics from The Great American Songbook. The Great American Songbook features popular American songs from some of the most beloved films ever made. The songs were written by George Gershwin, Irving Berlin, Jerome Kern, Richard Rodgers, Cole Porter, and many more of the leading songwriters of the first 50 years of American popular music.

This all ages event is free, but seats are limited. Registration is required.  Click here to register or call Judy Payton at 615-371-0090 ext 8510.

Sponsored by The Steinway Society of Nashville and The Brentwood Library.

Music from the Backyard & Front Porch

Internationally acclaimed musician Lauren Pelon will appear in a unique concert at The Brentwood Library on Sunday, October 26, 2014, at 3pm. Under the title “Music from the Backyard & Front Porch,” Lauren Pelon will perform on approximately twenty ancient and modern wind, string and free-reed instruments, and voice.

This is a free event, but registration is required. Please register online or call Judy at 615-371-0090 ext 8510.

This program of American music features the music of America's indigenous peoples, as well as the songs and instruments of America's many immigrants and Pelon's own compositions. “I believe in the importance of local music and local stories,” says Pelon, “and I like to celebrate its great variety and range. This program gives me a chance to do that.”

Pelon plays an astonishing array of instruments. Among the instruments she will be using are Native American flute, concertina, pennywhistle, ocarina, eagle bone flute, guitar, recorder and psalmodikon, all prominent in American history. Other instruments (guitar-lute, archlute, bowed psaltery, lyre, hurdy-gurdy, gemshorns, cornamuse, krummhorn, schreierpfeife, shawm, electric wind instrument and pedalboard) will be used to tell a story or illustrate an idea.

Lauren Pelon has performed throughout the U.S. and in China, Canada, England, Ireland, Scotland, Russia, Kazakhstan, Australia, and New Zealand. She is noted for her versatile use of a diverse array of instruments, but Pelon has also won recognition for her lovely soprano voice, and for her compelling compositions and arrangements of music from many countries and cultures. Lauren has performed with symphony orchestras, The Philadelphia String Quartet, on Garrison Keillor's “A Prairie Home Companion,” and at the Russian Institute for the History of the Arts in St. Petersburg, Russia. Pelon was the recipient of the 2001 “Artist of the Year” award from The Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council. More recently, she received a 2010 Artist Initiative Award and 2014 Arts Tour Minnesota Grant Award from the Minnesota State Arts Board.

Living Well with Chronic Conditions

Join us on Friday October 24th from 10am-12pm for the first in a six-session workshop. If you or someone you love has health problems such as diabetes, arthritis, cancer, chronic bronchitis, high blood pressure or other chronic diseases, the Living Well with Chronic Conditions workshop can help you take control of your life.

By participating in this six-session workshop, you will learn ways to:
*manage your symptoms
*communicate better with your doctor, family members, and friends
*lessen your anger and frustration
*fight fatigue and pain
*build confidence
*manage stress and learn to relax
*discover better nutrition and exercise choice
*manage medications
*get more out of your life!
    
This is a free six-week program, but registration is required. Register online or call Judy at 615-371-0090 ext 8510. This program is a Partnership with UT Extension, Williamson County Health Department, and The Brentwood Library and is presented by Patty Norem and Patsy Watkins

Healthy Halloween Treats

 

Join us for Whole Foods Market Day at The Brentwood Library.

 Wednesday October 22nd at 1pm.

Learn how to lighten up the Halloween treats for the little goblins in your life.

This program is free, but registration is required. Register online or call Judy at 615-371-0090 ext 8510

Presenters: Dori Wilbert, Healthy Eating Specialist, and Michael Martin, Franklin Cooking Coordinator.

Introduction to Color

 

Join us for a Free Seminar: Introduction to Color on Monday, October 6th at 1pm.

In this class you will learn:

• Definition of colors, exploring the difference between tints, tones and shades
• Inspiration behind a color story
• How to build your color story
• How to choose colors based n their associations to mood and feeling

Amanda Gates, Amanda Gates Interior Design, will be the seminar presenter.

Register online to reserve your spot or call 615-371-0090 ext 8860

Obesogens - Common Chemicals that Make Us Fat

Obesity is the leading cause of preventable illness in America today, and it is most often attributed to eating and drinking more calories than we expend through physical activities. But there may be more to this story.
Obesogens are chemicals that have the ability to alter fat metabolism and promote fat retention. Because we are unknowingly exposed to these chemicals every day, they can be a hidden cause of weight gain and obesity, and may be contributing to the inability to lose weight.

Free Seminar: Thursday, October 2nd from 1-3pm

 

During this lecture, Mrs. Bruey will present information about the primary types of obesogens that are found in our homes today and she will offer actions that we can take to avoid exposure and eliminate these specific types of toxins from our lives.

 

Register online or call 615-371-0090 ext 8510