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227 Cherry Street
Dunlap, TN 37327
(423) 949-2357
info@sequatchiecountylibrary.org

Hours

Mondays – 8am to 7pm
Tuesdays & Wednesdays – 8am to 6pm
Fridays – 8am to 5pm
Closed – Thursdays, Saturdays, & Sundays

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🚧 CLOSURE NOTICE – Friday, August 8th 🚧
We’ll be CLOSED on Friday, August 8th during the Highway 127 Yard Sale, which runs Thursday, August 7th through Sunday, August 10th!

This huge event draws lots of visitors and creates heavy traffic along Hwy 127 and nearby areas. Please plan ahead for slowdowns, delays, and lots of pedestrians crossing or walking near the roadway.

🛑 Important Reminders:
Drive slowly and carefully—watch for people walking along the shoulder and across driveways.
Do not shop from your car—pull over safely and park before browsing any sales.
Be extra patient and courteous on the road.

Stay safe, happy hunting, and we’ll see you again when we reopen on Monday, August 11th at 8AM! 🛍️👋

📚✨ August Events at the Library! ✨📚
We’re packed with fun all month long – mark your calendars and bring the whole family! 🎉

📅 Week 1
Friday, 8th | 🚧 Library Closed for Highway 127 Yard Sale

📅 Week 2
📍 Library Events
Tuesday, 12th – 4PM | 📚 Friends of the Library Meeting
Tuesday, 12th – 4PM | 💬 Thrive Tribe Teens
Friday, 15th – 10AM | 🎡 Storytime at the Fair!
📍 Meet us at the Fairbuilding (103 Heard St.) for a magical morning of stories — All Ages Welcome!

🎪 Sequatchie County Fair @ the Fairgrounds (103 Heard St.)
Sunday & Monday, 10th & 11th | 📝 Exhibit Registration
Tuesday, 12th thru Saturday, 16th | 🎠 Fox Creek Carnival
Wednesday, 13th – 9AM–1PM | 👵👴 Senior Day at the Fair
Thursday, 14th thru Saturday, 16th | 🐐 Petting Zoo Fun!

📅 Week 3
Monday, 18th – 10AM | 👶 Toddler Time
Monday, 18th – 4PM | 🧪 STEAM Night
Tuesday, 19th – 4PM | 🧱 LEGO Night
Tuesday, 19th – 4PM | 💬 Thrive Tribe Teens
Tuesday, 19th– 6PM | 📖 Book Club
Friday, 22nd – 10AM | 🧸 Preschool Storytime

📅 Week 4
Monday, 25th – 10AM | 👶 Toddler Time
Tuesday, 26th – 4PM | 💬 Thrive Tribe Teens
Friday, 29th – 10AM | 🧸 Preschool Storytime
Saturday, 30th – 10AM–12PM @ Harris Park 🎉 – 🎂 Imagination Library Birthday Party!
Come celebrate with us — fun, games, and stories await! 🎈📦
Special Event – the library is not open on Saturdays.

📍 All library programs are free & open to the public!
Questions? Call or message us! We can’t wait to see you! 💛

🎉✨ High schoolers, this one’s just for YOU! ✨🎉
📅 Next Thrive Tribe:
Tuesday, August 12 at 4PM
Ages 14–18
Join us every Tuesday at 4 PM for Thrive Tribe – your weekly hangout made exclusively for high school students! 😎💬
We’re talking serious chill vibes in our brand new Teen Room (yep, it’s upstairs and it’s awesome). Here’s what you can look forward to:
☕ FREE coffee & tea
💻 Free Wi-Fi and public computers to scroll, study, or stream
🛋️ Cozy space to hang out, catch up with friends, or just vibe
🎮 Board games, playlists, and good convos always welcome!

Unless we’ve got something special planned (and don’t worry, we’ll let you know when we do!), this is your time to come and go as you please between 4:00 and 6:00 PM.|

So bring a friend (or five), show up, and let Thrive Tribe become the best part of your week. You belong here—and we can’t wait to hang out! 💛
#ThriveTribe #TeenTime #LibraryHangout #ChillVibesOnly #HighSchoolOnly #SeeYouTuesday

🎡🐄 The 2025 Sequatchie County Fair is Coming Soon! 🐓🌽
Mark your calendars! The Sequatchie County Fair returns this August, and this year’s theme is “No Place Like Home” — a celebration of our community, our heritage, and good old-fashioned country fun!

📅 Fair Dates:
🗓️ August 14–16, 2025
📍 Location:
Sequatchie County Fairgrounds
103 Heard Street, Dunlap, TN
https://sequatchiecountyfair.com/

Expect a weekend full of fun for the whole family:
✅ Livestock shows
✅ Local exhibits & homegrown crafts
✅ Delicious food
✅ Games, contests, and more!

Whether you’re showing off your prize tomatoes or just here for the funnel cake, we can’t wait to see you there!

#SequatchieCountyFair #NoPlaceLikeHome #CountyFair2025 #SupportLocalAgriculture

🎡📚 Storytime at the Fair! 🎉

Join us Friday, August 15 at 10AM at the Sequatchie County Fair — we’ll be at the Fair Building (103 Heard St.)!

What is Storytime at the Fair?
📖 A fun read-aloud
🎵 Songs, movement, and giggles
👶👧🧒 For ALL ages — babies, toddlers, big kids, and grown-ups too!

No sign-up needed — just show up and join the fun! 🎈
We can’t wait to see your smiling faces at the fair! 🥳

#StorytimeAtTheFair #SequatchieLibrary #FairFun #FamilyTime #ReadSingPlay #AllAgesWelcome

📣 Introducing Our New Collection: The Library of Things! 🛠️🍓🧵

We’re excited to announce a unique addition to our offerings — The Library of Things! 📚➡️🧰 This small but mighty collection lets you borrow useful household tools and equipment, just like you would a book. Whether you’re tackling a DIY project, preserving your summer harvest, or mending clothes, we’ve got you covered.

What’s a Library of Things?
It’s a growing collection of non-traditional items available for checkout — practical tools you might need occasionally, but don’t want to buy. Think sewing machines, canning kits, and power tools!

🔧 Current items include:

• 1 sewing machine 🧵
• 2 complete canning kits 🍅
• 1 vacuum sealer with accessories
• 1 vacuum sealer without accessories
• 1 compact drill 🔩

Checkout Policy:
✔️ One item per household
⏳ 4-week loan period (28 days)
🔞 Borrowers must be 18+ and will be required to sign for the item due to high replacement costs

Please borrow responsibly! Return all items clean, complete, and in working order so others can enjoy them too. Treat them as you would your own!

📁 Due to space limitations, the items are not available for browsing on the shelves. Instead, check out our Library of Things Binder at the front desk — it has photos and detailed information about each item. Just ask and we’ll be happy to show it to you!

This is just the beginning — we hope to expand the collection based on your interests and suggestions. What would you like to see added to our Library of Things?

DONATIONS

Hey everyone! We’re adding new items to our Library of Things and need your help!

We’re looking for:

Kitchen gear:

• Oversized or unique cake pans
• Dehydrator
• Cake decorating tools
• Instant Pot / Pressure cooker
• Bread maker
• Ice cream maker
• Popcorn machine

Simple power tools & equipment:

• Wrench sets
• Shop vac
• Power washer
• Stud finder
• Laser level
• Socket wrench set
• Hand tool kits
• Car diagnostic scanner (OBD-II reader)
• Multimeter
• Dremel rotary tool kit

Household items:

• Clothes steamer
• Steam mop

Outdoor fun:

• Disc golf set
• Yard games (cornhole, bocce ball, Capture the Flag)
• Outdoor movie kit (projector + screen)

If you have any of these to donate or lend, please reach out! Thanks so much for helping us grow our collection! 🙌

Come take a look — and borrow something new today! 💡🧰📦

🐾☀️ PSA for Pet Owners: It’s Too Hot to Wait for Water! ☀️🐾

On these hot summer days, remember: if you’re thirsty, your pets are too. Make sure your furry friends have access to fresh, cool water at all times — especially if they’re spending time outdoors.

Heat can sneak up fast. Dehydration and heatstroke are serious risks for pets, and they can’t tell us when they’re overheating.

💧 Refill water bowls often
🌳 Provide shade and shelter
🚫 Never leave pets in parked cars — even for a few minutes

It’s too hot to wait for water. Stay safe, stay cool, and take care of those paws! 🐶🐱💦

🎉📚 You’re Invited to a Birthday Party! 🎈🎂

Join us as we celebrate 30 magical years of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library!
📅 Friday, August 30
🕙 10 AM – 12 PM
📍 Harris Park

It’s FREE and fun for all ages!
🎪 Bouncy house
🎯 Games galore
💦 Dunking booth
🎉 And more surprises!

The library is always closed on Saturdays — so come celebrate with us on Friday instead! Let’s make it a morning full of joy, giggles, and a whole lot of Dolly-style magic. 💕📖
#ImaginationLibrary30 #DollyParton #FreeFamilyFun #LibraryCelebration #ReadWithDolly

📚✨Our next Library Board Meeting on Monday, September 8th at 5 PM! ✨📚

This meeting is open to the public, and we’d love to see you there! 🗣️

The agenda will be posted on our website one week before the meeting, so you’ll have plenty of time to review it. At that time, you can click the link below or ask for a copy at our front desk.

We also have time set aside at the beginning for public comments, so feel free to share your thoughts or ask any questions. Our Library Board meets every other month on the second Monday.

We look forward to seeing you on September 8th! 😊

#LibraryBoardMeeting #PublicWelcome #CommunityEngagement #LibraryLife

📚✨Our next Friends of the Library meeting: Tuesday, August 12th at 4 PM! ✨📚

The Friends meet every month on the second Tuesday, and we’d love for you to get involved! Whether you’re already a member or thinking about joining, this is a great opportunity to connect and support our library.

If you’re not a member yet, you can sign up at the meeting!

Stop by, meet some amazing people, and help make our library even better. We can’t wait to see you there! 😊

#FriendsoftheLibrary #GetInvolved #LibrarySupport #CommunityMatters

☀️ Toddler Time – On Summer Break! 👶
📅 Next Toddler Time:
Monday, August 18th at 10AM
🕙 Mondays at 10AM | Ages 0–3

No Toddler Time in July!

Our Summer Reading Program has officially come to a close — and we had such a wonderful time reading, creating, and exploring with all of you! 💛📚

Now it’s time for a short summer break! Toddler Time is on pause for the rest of July and will return on Monday, August 18th at 10AM.

➡️ Families are still welcome to stop by the library on Mondays at 10AM!
You’re invited to:
📚 Browse books
🧸 Play in our cozy Family Room
☀️ Enjoy a little unstructured time together

Just note: there won’t be a read-aloud story, craft, or group activity until we resume in August.

What is Toddler Time?
Toddler Time is our weekly early literacy program for children ages birth to 3. Each session includes:
📖 A toddler-friendly story
🎵 Songs and movement
🎨 A simple craft or activity
🧠 Skill-building fun to support early learning

No sign-up required! We’ll see you back in August for more stories, songs, and smiles! 🥰

#ToddlerTime #LibraryLittles #EarlyLearningFun #SequatchieLibrary #SummerBreak #SeeYouInAugust

📚🎉 Preschool Storytime Update 🎉📚📅 Next Preschool Storytime:
Friday, August 22nd at 10AM
Fridays at 10 AM | Ages 3–5

No Preschool Storytime In July

Now that our Summer Reading Program has wrapped up, we’ll be taking a short break from Preschool Storytime.

Preschool Storytime will return on Friday, August 22 at 10 AM! 🗓️🕙
Mark your calendars and get ready for more stories, songs, and hands-on fun when we resume in late August.

Until then, enjoy the rest of your summer, keep reading, and we’ll see you soon! 🌞📖

#PreschoolStorytime #LibraryFun #SummerReadingWrapUp #SeeYouInAugust #EarlyLiteracy #FamilyTime

What is Preschool Storytime?
Preschool Storytime is our weekly early literacy program for children ages 3 to 5. Each session includes:
📖 A book read aloud
🎵 Songs and movement
🎨 A simple craft or activity
🧠 Skill-building fun to support early learning

No sign-up required! We’ll see you back in August for more stories, songs, and smiles!

#Storytime #Preschool #LibraryLittles #EarlyLearningFun #SequatchieLibrary #SummerBreak #SeeYouInAugust

🔬✨Our Next STEAM Night – Monday, August 18 – 4PM ✨🔬
📅 When: Monday, June 16 (Every 3rd Monday of the Month)
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM
📍 Where: Sequatchie County Public Library

Join us for another awesome STEAM Night, where science, technology, engineering, art, and math come together for a hands-on, family-friendly experience! 🛠️🎨🔍

Bring your friends, your family, and your love for learning—we can’t wait to explore with you! 🤩

#STEAMNight #FamilyFun #ExploreCreateInnovate #SequatchieCountyLibrary #STEMforAllAges #ScienceAndFun

🌍🎉 Want to learn a new language? Now’s your chance! 🌟

As a resident of Tennessee, you get FREE access to Transparent Language Online through the Tennessee Electronic Library! 🎉 With your free account, you can learn over 100 languages at your own pace. Whether you’re learning for travel, work, or just for fun, this is the perfect way to expand your skills!

Know someone learning English? There are English lessons available for native speakers of more than 30 languages.

🖥️ Accessible on both mobile and desktop, you can practice anytime, anywhere! Plus, you can track your progress to stay motivated. 🚀

No subscriptions. No fees. Just FREE learning at your fingertips. 🙌

👉 Start learning today and take advantage of this amazing resource!

https://tntel.info/resource/transparent-language-online

#LearnALanguage #TennesseeResidents #FreeLearning #TransparentLanguage #TennesseeElectronicLibrary #LanguageLearning

⚖️ Tennessee Justice Bus is Coming⚖️🚍
🗓️ Wednesday, September 3rd
⏰ 11:00 AM (Central Time)
📍 Sequatchie County Public Library

We’re proud to partner with the Tennessee Justice Bus to bring free legal help directly to our community! Join us at the Sequatchie County Public Library (📍227 Cherry Street, Dunlap, TN 37327) on Wednesday, September 3rd at 11:00 AM (CT).

📣 No registration required. Free and open to the public!

👉 Participants will have the chance to:
⚖️Speak one-on-one with an attorney
⚖️Ask legal questions
⚖️Receive guidance on civil legal matters
⚖️Discover new legal resources available in Tennessee

This service is part of the Tennessee Supreme Court’s Access to Justice initiative, created to help meet the urgent civil legal needs of Tennesseans — especially those facing issues like unemployment, medical debt, evictions, domestic violence, or foreclosure.

Did you know? Tennessee has over one million low-income residents with legal issues every year — but only around 100 legal aid attorneys in the state. This event helps close that gap and connect people to help they may not otherwise receive.

Help us spread the word! 🗣️ Whether you need legal assistance or know someone who does, this is a valuable and free opportunity.

📞 For more information about the Access to Justice initiative, visit https://www.tncourts.gov or contact:
Administrative Office of the Courts
📍 Nashville City Center, Suite 600
📞 615-741-2687
✉️ atjinfo@tncourts.gov

#JusticeForAll #AccessToJusticeTN #TennesseeJusticeBus #SequatchieLibrary #FreeLegalHelp #CommunitySupport #LibraryPartnerships

🎨 Artful Thanks from the Sequatchie County Public Library! 🎨
We’re excited to share that we’ve completed all 18 of our free art classes made possible through the Arts Build Communities (ABC) Grant from the Tennessee Arts Commission & the Southeast Development District—and what an inspiring journey it’s been!

We’re incredibly grateful to our amazing volunteer instructors who generously shared their time and talents, and to all the wonderful patrons who participated in everything from quilting and sculpture to painting and drawing. Your creativity brought these classes to life!

While we don’t have additional classes scheduled at this time, we’re definitely considering more in the future.

💡 Interested in volunteering to teach an art or craft class? We’d love to hear from you! Stop by the library or contact us to learn more.

Thank you for helping us build a creative, connected community!

#ArtInSequatchie #ThankYouVolunteers #TennesseeArtsCommission #CreativeCommunity #SequatchieLibrary #ABCGrantSuccess

📚✨ Did you know about the Tennessee Electronic Library (TEL)? ✨📚

The Tennessee Electronic Library (TEL) is an amazing FREE resource available to all Tennessee residents! Whether you’re a student, educator, researcher, or just someone who loves learning, TEL has something for you! 🧑‍🎓👩‍🏫

Here’s how you can use it:
📖✏️Students can access research databases, e-books, and study tools to help with homework and projects.
🍎📝Teachers can find lesson plans, educational resources, and scholarly articles to enhance their curriculum.
🔬🧠Researchers can dive into academic journals, digital archives, and other valuable sources of information for in-depth studies.
💼📊🚀Entrepreneurs & Professionals can use TEL to access industry reports, business databases, market research, and career development resources to help grow their businesses or advance their careers.
🌍📘Anyone can explore a vast range of topics, from history to health, technology to literature, all at your fingertips!

Simply visit https://tntel.info/ and dive into a world of knowledge. This is a free tool! You don’t even need a library card!🌐💡

So why wait? Check out TEL today and unlock tons of resources to help you learn, grow, and succeed! 🎓🚀

📚✨ Discover the Libby App – Your FREE Library at Your Fingertips! ✨📚

Did you know you can access thousands of FREE eBooks and audiobooks with just your library card? 📱💻 With the Libby app, you can read or listen to books anytime, anywhere, with no monthly or annual limits! 🎧📖

Here’s how it works:
Borrow up to 15 items at a time – that’s lots of reading and listening! 😍
No need to worry about late fees – books are automatically returned when they’re due. ⏰📚
Books for everyone: kids, tweens, teens, and adults! 🧸👦📘
Tons of options: fiction, nonfiction, and more! 🌟📚

All you need is a library card and the Libby app – it’s that easy! 🎉

Ready to dive into your next favorite book? Download the Libby app today and start borrowing for FREE! 📲💖

If you need help using or setting up Libby, call or come by the library!
We’re here to help!🏛️

Now Available – No-WiFi-Needed Tablets for Young Kids
Discover a world of fun and learning with our new Playaway Launchpads, now available for checkout at the library! Designed for kids from Preschool to 3rd Grade, these tablets come pre-loaded with engaging, educational content and feature a simple, user-friendly interface. With no download time and no need for Wi-Fi, you can easily turn them on and dive into the action anytime, anywhere.

Generously donated through the Thinking Money for Kids grant by the American Library Association and FINRA, our six sturdy tablets feature five exciting games: Making Mooo-lah, Currency Catcher, Penny Pinchers’ Party, Earning It, and Pet Cents. Perfect for passing between family members, these devices are built to withstand the energetic hands of young learners.

Check out a Launchpad for two weeks, and upon returning it, share your feedback with a brief survey to help us report on the impact of this grant. Unleash creativity and financial literacy with our Launchpads—available now at your library!

Looking for fantastic resources to support elementary homework and learning? Explore the amazing tools for kids at TEL4U.org! Start with PebbleGo, an excellent platform for teaching your children how to conduct online research. Tennessee residents can access PebbleGo’s Science and Social Studies modules in both English and Spanish—perfect for young learners!

Don’t miss World Book Kids, an engaging online encyclopedia tailored for curious elementary students. With it, kids can read articles, compare animals and places, and enhance their online research skills—all in a kid-friendly format. Best of all, these resources are available for free to Tennesseans at www.tntel.info. Start learning today with TEL4U.org!

🎟️ Planning a fun family outing? Don’t forget — your library card unlocks FREE passes to some of Chattanooga’s favorite spots! 🐯🎨🧪🚂

We’ve had lots of questions, so here’s the quick version of how our Attraction Passes work:

✅ 1 pass at a time
⏳ Keep it for 7 days
🚫 No renewals or repeats (once per year per household)
💵 $10/day late fee
🅿️ Free parking = Zoo & Railroad Museum only
📅 Check the attraction’s site for special events or blackout dates
📚 Must have a library card in good standing (no overdue items or fees)

🎉 NEW TO THE LIBRARY?
Cards are free with ID and proof of address. After signing up, just check out & return one item — then wait 2 weeks and you’ll be pass-ready!

👉 Passes are first come, first served — no holds, no exceptions.

✨ We have 2 passes each for the Zoo, Railroad Museum, and Creative Discovery Museum — but remember, each household can still only borrow each pass once per year. The extra pass just means more chances for more families to enjoy the fun!

Have questions? Call, message, or stop by — we’re happy to help! 💛

#LibraryPerks #FreeFamilyFun #ChattanoogaAdventures #LibraryLove

Video Games are now available for check out!

Limit 1 Game per Household
Games are on a first-come, first-serve basis.
No holds or reserves allowed.

Patrons can renew the game 1 (one) time; after the first renewal, the borrower will pay $1/day in late fees until the game is returned.

Borrowing patrons are responsible for the full cost of replacing the game if the cartridge is lost or damaged.

Only adults (18+) can check out a game. Children must have an adult with them sign for the game, acknowledging that they (the adult) will pay to replace the game if it is lost or damaged.

Thanks to a generous donation, several older titles are now available for checkout! If you’d like to donate new or gently used games, feel free to drop them off at the library. We accept games for any console. We truly appreciate your support—thank you!

Try one of our STEAM kits today!

We have several kits with something to interest kids ages 12 & under.

Kids’ STEAM kits are essential for the whole family because they foster curiosity and creativity in a fun, interactive way. These kits encourage hands-on learning, helping children develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills while exploring science, technology, engineering, art, and math. As families engage in STEAM activities together, they strengthen bonds and create lasting memories, all while nurturing a love for learning. By incorporating STEAM into family time, you’re not just supporting your child’s education; you’re also building a foundation for lifelong skills and exploration.

Check out rules for our kits are a little different from our books. A household can only check out 1 kit at a time. We will charge late fees for late kit returns ($1/day), and an adult (18+) has to sign for the kit due to the high replacement cost for some of the materials if the kit is lost or damaged.

For a full list of our kits, you can go to our Catalog and type “STEAM Kit” in the search bar. You can also brows the bottom slider on our Catalog home page title “Video Games, Puzzles, Kits & More!” so see a selection of items we offer beyond books!

We’ll also highlight a STEAM Kit each month at our Family STEAM Night on the 3rd Monday.

We are always looking to make our collection more appealing to the community. If you’re interested in a book, author, or series that we don’t have, just let us know!

You can come by the library and fill out your suggestion there, call us at 423-949-2357 during our business hours, or email us at info@sequatchiecountylibrary.org.

📚 Attention New and Learning Readers! 📚
We have something special just for you! Our new Readers Shelf project is designed to enhance our collection of leveled and emergent readers by adding engaging Hi-Lo (high interest, low reading level) materials specifically for older elementary students who are working to improve their reading skills.
By providing diverse and age-appropriate resources, we aim to support literacy development and nurture a love for reading among children in Sequatchie County. Come visit us at the Sequatchie County Public Library, where we’re dedicated to meeting our community’s educational and recreational needs! 🌟✨

Try out this free resource from the State of Tennessee for Kindergarten through 5th Grade. There’s homework help, games, and more! https://tel4u.org/

For older students try: https://www.tntel.info/students

You have access to the FREE Libby App and through it thousands of free ebooks and audiobooks! If you need any help signing in with your library card number or just questions about using the app, feel free to call or come by the library for help!

📚 Check out the locations of our Little Free Libraries in Sequatchie County! These free book-sharing boxes are open to everyone – take a book, share a book, and enjoy the joy of reading.
Here’s where you can find them:
📍 Cagle Community Center – 8230 TN-8
📍 Fredonia Community Center – 5240 Fredonia Road
📍 SETHRA – 312 Resource Road
📍 Lewis Chapel Community Center – 4760 Henson Gap Road
📍 Harris Park – 245 Cedar St
📍 Sequatchie County Courthouse – 22 Cherry Street
📍 Gazebo By the Library – 227 Cherry Street
📍 Griffith Elementary School – 173 Jones Drive
📍 John Griswold Recreation Park – 209 John Burch Rd W (Park Entrance Drive)
📍 Daus Community Center – 90 Daus Community Center Road
Note: All location addresses are in Dunlap, TN. You may have to look around for the exact position of the Little Free Library Box.

🌟 How do Little Free Libraries work?
Anyone can take a book or share one at these boxes, no library card needed! If you take a book, consider bringing one to share when you can.
💬 Questions? Contact us at info@sequatchiecountylibrary.org.
Want to help? Join the Friends of the Library and volunteer to maintain a Little Free Library near you!

📖 The Book Giving Tree has been taken down, but you can still donate anytime! 📖
Thanks to our amazing Friends of the Library, the Book Giving Tree was a huge success! Your donations helped support the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, which provides 1 free book each month for a year to children 5 and under in Sequatchie County. While the tree is no longer up, you can continue to make a difference by donating at any time.

💸Donations can be made in-person at the library or online at: 💸https://donate.imaginationlibrary.com/?country=US&affid=TNSEQUATCHIE

Through the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, in partnership with the TN Governor’s Early Literacy Foundation and Sequatchie County, children from birth to age 5 receive a free book by mail each month. Sequatchie County covers half of the book cost for each child, but we rely on your support to make this happen!

Checks can be made payable to: The Sequatchie County Friends of the Library

If you have any questions or want to get involved, please contact our Friends at: info@sequatchiecofotl.org

Thank you for your continued support of early literacy in Sequatchie County!

📢 Need a Document Notarized? We Can Help — For Free! ✍️📄

Did you know our library offers free notary services? That’s right! You can get your documents notarized right here at the library — but you must make an appointment in advance.

👉 Here’s what you’ll need to bring:
— Your valid government-issued photo ID
— The documents you need notarized
— Any other signers, each with their own valid ID
— Any required witnesses, also with valid ID

⚠️ Please note: Only one member of our staff is a notary, so only that staff member can notarize documents. Be sure to schedule ahead to ensure availability!

📅 To make an appointment, call or stop by the front desk.

📌 Legal Note from our Notary:
“I AM NOT AN ATTORNEY LICENSED TO PRACTICE LAW IN THE STATE OF TENNESSEE, AND I MAY NOT GIVE LEGAL ADVICE OR ACCEPT FEES FOR LEGAL ADVICE.”

We’re happy to help you with your notarization needs — just come prepared and make sure everyone involved brings the proper ID. 👍

#LibraryServices #NotaryPublic #FreeNotary #CommunityResources

🎆📚🎇 Holiday Closure Alert! 🎇📚🎆

The library will be CLOSED on Wednesday, July 3 & Thursday, July 4 so our staff can celebrate 🇺🇸 Independence Day 🇺🇸 with friends, family, and lots of sparklers! ✨

We’ll be back and ready to serve you on Friday, July 5 — so make sure to stop by before the holiday to grab your summer reads, movies, or puzzles! 📖🎬

🎇 Fireworks Fun Fact Time! 🎇
💥 Fireworks were invented in China over 2,000 years ago!
🎆 The largest fireworks display ever had over 800,000 fireworks (set off in the Philippines in 2016)!
🧨 Red fireworks get their color from strontium salts — science + sparkle!

Have a safe, sparkly, and star-spangled 4th of July! 💙❤️🤍

And don’t forget to keep pets comfy — fireworks can be scary for our furry friends! 🐾🐶🐱

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A BIG THANK YOU to Our Generous Community!

We are incredibly grateful for the amazing support from the residents of Sequatchie County. Your generous donations, including books, games, and puzzles, help keep our library thriving, and we truly appreciate your kindness!

However, due to limited space at the library, we ask that you please drop off larger donations of new and gently used items at the Donation Book Drop at the Fair Building (103 Heard Street). Our wonderful Friends of the Library organization sorts through the donations, and what we can’t use in our collection is sold at the annual book sale, with all proceeds going to support the library!

We can accept small donations directly at the library, such as:
1 to 5 books
A few DVDs or video games
Puzzles, card games, and board games (please drop these off at the library to avoid missing pieces!)

At the moment, we are especially interested in Spanish language fiction books and board games.

If you have any questions or have a large number of books to drop off, please contact us directly either by phone (423) 949-2357 or via email info@sequatchiecountylibrary.org.

Thank you for considering donating to our library and for being such a vital part of our community!

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How to Login to Our Catalog Online

1. Go to Our Catalog.
2. Click on the “Please Login” link on the upper right side of the page.
3. On the pop-up window, choose “SEQUATCHIE:Sequatchie County Public Library.”
4. Enter the barcode on the back of your library card – letters and numbers.
5. Enter your password.
   • If it’s your first time, use “USERPASS” as your password.
   • If you forgot your password, click the “Forgot Your Password” Link.
   • If you need assistance resetting your password, you can call or come by the library. Our staff cannot look up your password, but we can reset it to “USERPASS”.

How to Access Free Ebooks & Audiobooks Online

1. Go to: https://reads.overdrive.com/
2. Click on the “Sign In” button in the upper right side of the page.
3. Choose “Sequatchie County Public Library” from the dropdown list.
4. Enter the barcode on the back of your library card – letters and numbers.

How to Download Libby – The Free App for Ebooks & Audiobooks

1. Go to: https://reads.overdrive.com/ on your phone, tablet, or e-reader.
2. Scroll down until you see a maroon/red bar that says “Meet Libby.”
3. In that bar, there are 2 links – for Google Play store (Android) and the App Store (Apple/IOS).
4. Click whichever of those links applies to the device you are using.
5. Download and install the Libby App.
6. Once installed, follow the simple prompts to find our library and sign-in with your card.

If you need help using Libby or have any questions, you can call or come by the library. Our staff can help you get set-up and show you how to use the app.

How to Renew My Books ONLINE

1. Go to the Library’s Website
   Click on the “Catalog” option in the top menu bar.
   
2. Log In to Your Account
   Once the Catalog page loads, click on the “Please Login” link in the top right corner of the screen.
   
3. Enter Your Login Info
   A pop-up will appear asking for:
   ➤ Library Card Number – found on the back of your library card under the barcode.
   ➤ ➤ Enter the full number without spaces and include any letters.
   ➤ Password – If this is your first time logging in, use:
   ➤ ➤ USERPASS (all caps, no spaces).
   Click Submit.
   
4. First-Time Users: Change Your Password
   If it’s your first time logging in, you’ll be prompted to create a new password.
   ➤ If you forget your password or need help, call the library during business hours—we’re happy to help!
   
5. View Your Account
   After logging in, click on “Your Account.”
   
6. On the menu that appears, select “Items Out”.
   
7. Renew Your Items
   You’ll now see a list of everything you have checked out.
   ➤ You can renew most items one time. After that, they must be returned to the library.
   
   ⚠️ Note on Renewals:
   Some materials, like passes or kits, cannot be renewed.
   If you have any issues or need help renewing, just give us a call or stop by! We can renew items for you over the phone. 📞🏛️