Ask a Library Geek
The 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm. | Computer Lab | 3 appointments are available each day.
Would you like to get setup up to use free library eBooks, audiobooks, & online magazines? Have some computer, tablet, or smartphone questions? Want to practice using the internet or typing a document? Learn all you wanted to be able to do with your device, but never knew how. If you have any accounts, such as Apple or Google, please have passwords ready. Sorry, no device hardware or software troubleshooting. Schedule your one on one time with a Kingsport Public Library Librarian by calling the Kingsport Senior Center Front Office (423) 392-8400.
SMILE Meeting
2nd Wednesday of every month, 2:00 pm | Cafeteria
Contact Beth Freeman for more information about our Volunteer Program at (423) 343-9713 or by email at bethfreeman@kingsporttn.gov.
Love Comes Softly Series
Thursdays, June 2 – July 7, 2:00 – 3:30 pm | Atrium
We will watch one episode every Thursday. Popcorn will be served, but please bring your own drink.
Loves Comes Softly is a 2003 made-for-tv Christian drama based on the books by Janette Oke.
Introduction to Drawing
Thursdays, July 14 – August 18, 1:00 – 3:00 pm | Room 303
Sign up in the Front Office and pick up a supply list.
Acrylic Painting Class
Thursdays, July 14 – August 18, 3:00 – 5:00 pm | Room 303
Sign up in the Front Office and pick up a supply list.
SeniorFest: Bringin’ Back the 80s
Friday, July 15, 6:00 – 10:00 pm | Front Lawn & Parking Lot
Dress in your 80s best and join us for bingo, hot dogs, and entertainment by the Top Tier Band! Sign-ups start May 2 in the Front Office.
Free Public Notary Service
Wednesday, July 20, 9:00 – 11:00 am | Multipurpose Room
We will have a Public Notary at the Center to provide notarizations of documents free of charge!
Digital File & Photo Storage 101
Wednesday, July 20, 9:00 am | Computer Lab
Presented by Lydia F. Hoskins, Extension Agent, Family & Consumer Sciences, UT/TSU Extension, Sullivan County. Join Lydia to learn all you need to know about storing files and photos on your smart device utilizing DropBox or Google Photos.
Money Smart For Older Adults
Wednesday, July 20, 1:00 pm | Computer Lab
Join us Ryan Overbey, Senior Compliance Program Manager w/ Appalachian Community Federal Credit Union, will cover common types of elder financial exploitation (romance scams, investment fraud, charity scams, etc.), identity theft, medical identity theft, and planning for unexpected life events. Light refreshments will be provided.
Making Informed Decisions About Hospice & Home Health
Wednesday, July 21, 10:00 AM | Card Room | 20 Participants Limit
Shannon Morelock, Community Educator for Smoky Mountain Home Health & Hospice, will be at the Center to discuss Hospice & Home Health Issues. Shannon will cover topics such as what is hospice today? What is home health today? What are patient and family rights in making informed decisions? Join us to find answers to the questions and more.
National Spoil Your Dog Day
Wednesday, August 10, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Atrium
Bring your spoiled furry friend! Sign-up now in the Front Office.
Caregiver Support Group
4th Monday of Every Month, starting August 22, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm | Card Room
Are you or someone you know the caregiver for a loved one? Join our caregiver support group, hosted by Kelvin Kuylee, MSW, Suncrest Hospice. Kelvin will introduce and discuss different topics each month to promote self-care practices to prevent burnout and cope with emotional stress while facilitating the development of a positive and supportive community of people encouraging one another and sharing experiences about what it means to care for loved ones with illness. Light refreshments will be provided.
Wii Bowling Tournament
Wednesday, August 24, 11:00 am | Multipurpose Room
Join our national championship teams in a tournament with the best of the best!
Go Bananas!
Thursday, August 25, 2:00 – 3:00 pm | $3 person | Atrium
Go Bananas, because August 25th is National Banana Split Day! Give your taste buds the thrill of delicious ice cream and luscious chocolate covering a fresh banana topped off with nuts, a cherry, and whipped cream!
