The John P. Holt Brentwood Library is the perfect place to be this week for those who love quilting, birding, yoga or helping the community by giving blood.

See below for the entire schedule of events, including a few that are ongoing virtually.

The Brentwood Library is located at 8109 Concord Rd. in Brentwood.

Monday, Feb. 1

Red Cross Blood Drive (additional dates Feb. 2, 4 and 5), 11 a.m.

The library is hosting emergency blood drives to battle current blood shortages. To schedule an appointment, log on to redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code CityofBrentwood. Registration is required to give blood. Register online at redcrossblood.org.

Wednesday, Feb. 3

Birding with Stacy: The Great Backyard Bird Count, 6:30 p.m.

The Great Backyard Bird Count is Feb. 12-15. To learn how to participate in your backyard or outdoor community space, register for this program, and Stacy Elliott will present tips and tricks that you will be able to use. Register online at https://brentwood-tn.libcal.com/event/7451169.

Thursday, Feb. 4

Quilling Class

Curious to learn how to quill paper? Receive a paper quilling kit and instructional video on quilling basics by registering for this class. Youll also learn how to make two Valentine's Day cards with paper quilling. The fee for this class is $10. Register online at https://brentwood-tn.libcal.com/event/7426809.

Friday, Feb. 5

Gentle Yoga, 9 a.m.

With a focus on breath and mindfulness, this class, suitable for all levels, is appropriate for those who want a softer, nurturing, slow-paced, well-supported and relaxing practice utilizing blocks and straps. Register online at https://brentwood-tn.libcal.com/event/7389711.

Virtual programs you can view any time

Out and About

Put down the books and learn new things in the world. View the program athttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsxXNRxa3gapl8UpqsTYIeNav28-raABM.

Tutorial Tuesday

On Tutorial Tuesday, make a fun craft you can do at home. Find past episodes on the citys YouTube channel athttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpy4tA7ME8ra38IDTTAXHVw.

Fingerplay Friday

Help your child develop their gross motor skills with these short stories and rhymes. Find episodes on the citys YouTube channel athttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsxXNRxa3gary65ukVZsWY4viHl2Vp6yt.

The World Explained!

Take real-world concepts and break them down so they are easier to understand for elementary-aged children. Find episodes on the citys YouTube channel athttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsxXNRxa3gap0w3OKTWsksxKficgBpdZj.

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