The history of libraries
A complete guide
The first exhibition galleries and reading room for scholars opened on 15 January 1759, and in 1757, King George II granted it the right to a copy of every book published in the country, thereby ensuring that the Museum's library would expand indefinitely.
The library's collections swelled to over 300,000 volumes during the radical phase of the French Revolution when the private libraries of aristocrats and clergy were seized. After the establishment of the French First Republic in September 1792, "the Assembly declared the Bibliotheque du Roi to be national property and the institution was renamed the Bibliothèque Nationale. After four centuries of control by the Crown, this great library now became the property of the French people."
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Sun, May 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Falltown - Harrison Room
Come meet Andy the Axolotl! Kids are invited to read stories to him while he watches from his cozy habitat.
Registration is now closed
Tue, May 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Falltown - Anderson Room
Join us for our weekly Board Games Club!
Teen Board Game Club is a relaxed, social space for teens to play tabletop games, learn new favorites, and hang out with friends.
Tue, May 26, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Falltown - Meeting Room A
A friendly ESL class for Spanish speakers to learn basic English skills and grammar in a safe, inclusive environment.
Wed, May 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Spring City - Small meeting room
Ever wanted to make your own videos? Learn how to plan, film, and edit eye-catching videos in this fun, beginner-friendly workshop.
Wed, May 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Falltown - Anderson Room
Join us for a fun, creative teen hangout featuring crafts, games, and conversation in a friendly, LGBTQ+ positive space.
Thu, May 28, 9:00am - 10:00am
Falltown - Anderson Room
Join our Bookwyrms Book Club every month to read and discuss a new title.
Thu, May 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Falltown - Computer Lab
Get resume help and advice on job hunting with library staff!
Fri, May 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Falltown - Anderson Room
Bring your cards to share with others and take part in Pokémon-related activities!
Fri, May 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Falltown - Anderson Room
Join our Teen Nintendo Switch Club at the library!
Play popular games and enjoy some friendly competition in a relaxed, welcoming space.
Fri, May 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Falltown - Computer Lab
Learn to use our makerspace 3D printer. Watch a tutorial, sign a waiver, and start creating projects using templates or custom designs. Supplies provided; larger projects may require a small fee.
Sat, May 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Wintertown - Children's Story Room
Join us for a playful reading session where kids read to Chris P. Bacon, our sweet therapy pig.
Registration is now closed
Sun, May 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Falltown - Harrison Room
Come meet Andy the Axolotl! Kids are invited to read stories to him while he watches from his cozy habitat.
Tue, Jun 02, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Falltown - Meeting Room A
A friendly ESL class for Spanish speakers to learn basic English skills and grammar in a safe, inclusive environment.
Wed, Jun 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Spring City - Small meeting room
Ever wanted to make your own videos? Learn how to plan, film, and edit eye-catching videos in this fun, beginner-friendly workshop.
Fri, Jun 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Falltown - Anderson Room
Bring your cards to share with others and take part in Pokémon-related activities!
Fri, Jun 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Falltown - Anderson Room
Join our Teen Nintendo Switch Club at the library!
Play popular games and enjoy some friendly competition in a relaxed, welcoming space.
Tue, Jun 09, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Falltown - Meeting Room A
A friendly ESL class for Spanish speakers to learn basic English skills and grammar in a safe, inclusive environment.
Registration opens Sunday, May 24 2026 at 5:30pm
Thu, Jun 11, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Summersville - Summer Room A
Join fellow adults each month to discuss a thrilling read and help choose the next twisty book for the club.
Fri, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Falltown - Anderson Room
Bring your cards to share with others and take part in Pokémon-related activities!
Fri, Jun 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Falltown - Anderson Room
Join our Teen Nintendo Switch Club at the library!
Play popular games and enjoy some friendly competition in a relaxed, welcoming space.
Tue, Jun 16, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Falltown - Meeting Room A
A friendly ESL class for Spanish speakers to learn basic English skills and grammar in a safe, inclusive environment.
Registration opens Sunday, May 31 2026 at 5:30pm
Fri, Jun 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Falltown - Anderson Room
Bring your cards to share with others and take part in Pokémon-related activities!
Fri, Jun 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Falltown - Anderson Room
Join our Teen Nintendo Switch Club at the library!
Play popular games and enjoy some friendly competition in a relaxed, welcoming space.
Tue, Jun 23, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Falltown - Meeting Room A
A friendly ESL class for Spanish speakers to learn basic English skills and grammar in a safe, inclusive environment.
Registration opens Sunday, June 7 2026 at 5:30pm
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