The Chattanooga Public Library and Signal Centers are thrilled to announce a special Imagination Library event called Reading 9 to 5: A Dolly Parton Celebration.
Reading 9 to 5 is be a Dolly Parton-themed takeover from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm on Friday, January 19, 2024, in honor of Dolly Parton’s birthday, the magic of reading and all the great work Dolly Parton has done through the Imagination Library.
The Library will be hosting a variety of events to get everyone involved. Activities include:
The Reading 9 to 5 Contest
NOTE: We will announce winners on Monday, January 29, via social media and email!
Anyone, of any age, can participate in this contest! Stop by any Library location to pick up a special Reading 9 to 5 bookmark on January 19. Then, use the bookmark to track your reading throughout the day. Return your completed bookmark to any Library location to be entered to win a prize. Everyone who reads over 1 hour will be entered in a prize drawing to win books, toys or library swag!
Bookmarks will also be available at Chambliss Center for Children, Head Start locations and Signal Centers.
Free Imagination Library Books
A limited supply of books from Signal Centers will be available at all Library locations.
Events at the Downtown Library
Movies & Trivia for Adults!
Location: 1st Floor Auditorium
10 am – 12 pm | Steel Magnolias (PG) 1989
12 pm – 2 pm | Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (R) 1982
2 pm – 3:40 pm | 9 to 5 (PG) 1980
4 – 5 pm | Dolly Trivia!
9 to 5 Read Alouds for Kids of All Ages!
Location: 2nd Floor – Children’s Room
9 am – 5 pm | Hear stories at the top of every hour
Dolly Scavenger Hunts for Ages 0-17
Location: 2nd Floor – Children’s & T(w)een Rooms
9 am – 5 pm | Go on a Dolly-themed hunt for a prize
Dolly Beauty Bar for 6-12th Graders
Location: 2nd Floor
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm | Get a Dolly makeover with makeup and hairspray color
Butterfly Crafts for Kids of All Ages
Location: 2nd Floor – Children’s Room
9 am – 5 pm | Make butterfly “stained glass” art for your windows
Events at the South Chattanooga Library
Dolly Parton Storytime for Ages 0-5
11 am – 11:30 am | Join a special Dolly Parton storytime with your little
Butterfly Origami for K-12th Graders
4 pm – 5 pm | Come learn origami with a fun butterfly activity
Events at the Eastgate Library
Dolly Parton Storytime for Ages 0-5
10 am – 10:30 am | Special Dolly Parton storytime with Ms. Margaret!
9 to 5 Read Alouds for Kids of All Ages!
9 am – 5 pm | Hear stories at the top of every hour
9 to 5 Movie Screening
11 am – 1:40 pm | Come watch 9 to 5
Drop-in Butterfly Crafts and Coloring for Kids of All Ages
9 am – 5 pm | Drop in any time to make butterfly masks and crafts, plus coloring sheets
Events at the Northgate Library
Dolly Parton Crafts and Activities
9 am – 5 pm | Drop in any time for Dolly coloring sheets, sequin button-making, and more!
Dolly Parton Storytime for Ages 0-5
10 am – 11 am | Join a special Dolly Parton storytime with your little
Dolly Parton Karaoke with Chuck!
2 pm – 3 pm | Come by for karaoke with our favorite host, Chuck!
Dolly Parton Trivia
4 pm – 5 pm | Dolly Trivia for all ages
Events at the Avondale Library
Dolly Parton Crafts and Scavenger Hunt
9 am – 5 pm | Drop in any time for a Dolly-themed scavenger hunt, free books, a butterfly ring craft, and coloring sheets!
In order to get as many people as possible involved, the Library has created a parody version of “9 to 5” set to the original song’s music. A video of Library and Signal Centers staff singing the song is now available on the Library’s and Signal Center’s social media accounts.
“Dolly means so much to us at the library,” shared Lee Hope, Head of the Library’s Children’s Services. “She’s done so much for children all over the world through the gift of books, and as a librarian, I am beyond grateful for the work she’s done.”
“As the proud affiliate organization for Hamilton County, Signal Centers is honored to collaborate with the library in our shared commitment to fostering early childhood literacy, “said Donna McConnico, Signal Centers CEO. “We extend our sincere thanks to the library for their dedication to providing valuable resources to young minds. Together, we are fostering a lifelong love for learning, ensuring a brighter future for our community.”
