Library Programs

  • Winter 2023 Newsletter

    Check out our Newsletter!

    See new releases, events, and upcoming library programs for the start of 2023 in our newsletter!

    The Library Newsletter is a joint effort between the Friends of the Library and the Shelbyville – Bedford County Library Staff that is published quarterly to keep our patrons informed as to what is happening at the library.

  • Teens 'N' Seniors Tech Assistance

    Teens ‘N’ Seniors

    Teens Needing Volunteer Hours and Seniors Needing Tech Help? One-on-one sessions will be available at your convenience up to 2 hours at a time.

  • Teen Advisory Board

    Teen Advisory Board

    Our Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is a great way to become more involved in the community and the library! It gives you a voice to add input for YA collections, programs, displays, contribute to social media, write book reviews, volunteer at events, organize community service projects, and influence how the library serves teens. 

  • Hoopla - Tap into Discovery with Shelbyville-Bedford County Public Library

    Tap Into Discovery

    Borrow and enjoy audiobooks, eBooks, comics, movies, TV, magazines, or music everywhere you have a screen-your computer, your phone, your car, even your TV. All you need is a library card. 

  • Join Us On Discord at Shelbyville-Bedford County Public Library

    TeenSpace Discord Server

    Our TeenSpace Discord Server is open for members ages 13 to 18.

  • Under Construction at Shelbyville-Bedford County Public Library

    Under Construction

    In an effort to maximize our user experience, we are making changes over the next weeks.

    Please ask our staff if you have questions or need assistance.

Latest News

Get to Know the Woman behind Cruella de Vil at Dr. Lona Bailey’s Author Talk!

March 7, 2023
The Shelbyville-Bedford County Public Library is proud to present an Author Talk with Manchester local Dr. Lona Bailey, who will be presenting her new book “The Voice of Villainy: The Betty Lou Gerson Story.”

Gilliland Historical Resource Center presents Shelbyville Sports History at the Library!

February 8, 2023
The Shelbyville-Bedford County Public Library is honored to present this display created by the Gilliland Historical Resource Center as part of Shelbyville’s local history throughout the month of February.

Friends of the Library Council Report: Winter 2022 & Spring 2023

January 18, 2023
Hello Friends, The fall season and the holidays were full of surprises and blessings. The Friends of the Library hosted their Annual Author’s Luncheon in October at the Blue Ribbon Circle. We were honored to have David Hazelwood share his talents with us. He shared how he came about to write some of his books. […]

New Arrivals

  • Ari Arranges Everything by Katie Vernon
    March 10th, 2023: Easy Fiction

    Ari Arranges Everything by Katie Vernon

  • Code Name Sapphire by Pam Jenoff
    March 10th, 2023: Fiction

    Code Name Sapphire by Pam Jenoff

  • The Cradle of Ice by James Rollins
    March 10th, 2023: Fiction

    The Cradle of Ice by James Rollins

  • A Crown for Corina by Laekan Zea Kemp & Elisa Chavarri
    March 10th, 2023: Easy Fiction

    A Crown for Corina by Laekan Zea Kemp & Elisa Chavarri

  • Eleanor Roosevelt: Her Path to Kindness by Helaine Becker & Aura Lewis 
    March 10th, 2023: Easy Fiction

    Eleanor Roosevelt: Her Path to Kindness by Helaine Becker & Aura Lewis 

  • Finding Papa by Angela Pham Krans & Thi Bui
    March 10th, 2023: Easy Fiction

    Finding Papa by Angela Pham Krans & Thi Bui

  • Good Night, Sister by Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt & Lucy Fleming
    March 10th, 2023: Easy Fiction

    Good Night, Sister by Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt & Lucy Fleming

  • The Last Kingdom by Steve Berry
    March 10th, 2023: Fiction

    The Last Kingdom by Steve Berry

  • Little Rosetta and the Talking Guitar: The Musical Story of Sister Rosetta Tharpe, the Woman Who Invented Rock and Roll by Charnelle Pinkney Barlow
    March 10th, 2023: Easy Fiction

    Little Rosetta and the Talking Guitar: The Musical Story of Sister Rosetta Tharpe, the Woman Who Invented Rock and Roll by Charnelle Pinkney Barlow

  • Pirate Passover by Judy Press & Amanda Gulliver
    March 10th, 2023: Easy Fiction

    Pirate Passover by Judy Press & Amanda Gulliver

  • City of the Dead by James Ponti
    March 8th, 2023: Juvenile Fiction

    City of the Dead by James Ponti

  • Every Good Gift (Amish Blessings Book 3) by Kelly Irvin
    March 8th, 2023: Inspirational Fiction

    Every Good Gift (Amish Blessings Book 3) by Kelly Irvin

  • Finally Seen by Kelly Yang
    March 8th, 2023: Juvenile Fiction

    Finally Seen by Kelly Yang

  • Hideaway at Silver Lake by Jennifer Greene
    March 8th, 2023: Fiction

    Hideaway at Silver Lake by Jennifer Greene

  • How to Promote Your Book: A Practical Guide to Publicizing Your Own Title by Jan Yager
    March 8th, 2023: Non-Fiction

    How to Promote Your Book: A Practical Guide to Publicizing Your Own Title by Jan Yager

  • The Life of a Crayon: A Colorful Story of Never-Ending Beginnings by Christopher Willard, Tara Wosiski, & Holly Clifton-Brown
    March 8th, 2023: Easy Fiction

    The Life of a Crayon: A Colorful Story of Never-Ending Beginnings by Christopher Willard, Tara Wosiski, & Holly Clifton-Brown

  • The Little Wartime Library by Kate Thompson
    March 8th, 2023: Fiction

    The Little Wartime Library by Kate Thompson

  • Son of Man: Retelling the Stories of Jesus by Charles Martin
    March 8th, 2023: Fiction

    Son of Man: Retelling the Stories of Jesus by Charles Martin

  • Spring Sings for the Grouchy Ladybug by Eric Carle
    March 8th, 2023: Easy Fiction

    Spring Sings for the Grouchy Ladybug by Eric Carle

  • Sugar Pie Lullaby: The Soul of Motown in a Song of Love by Carole Boston Weatherford & Sawyer Cloud 
    March 8th, 2023: Easy Fiction

    Sugar Pie Lullaby: The Soul of Motown in a Song of Love by Carole Boston Weatherford & Sawyer Cloud 

  • Uni the Unicorn: Tooth Fairy Helper by Amy Krouse Rosenthal & Brigette Barrager
    March 8th, 2023: Easy Fiction

    Uni the Unicorn: Tooth Fairy Helper by Amy Krouse Rosenthal & Brigette Barrager

  • Exiles by Jane Harper
    March 7th, 2023: Fiction

    Exiles by Jane Harper

  • Someone Else's Shoes by Jojo Moyes
    March 7th, 2023: Fiction

    Someone Else’s Shoes by Jojo Moyes

  • Learning With Llama Llama: Shapes by Anna Dewdney & JT Morrow
    March 4th, 2023: Easy Board Book

    Learning With Llama Llama: Shapes by Anna Dewdney & JT Morrow

  • InvestiGators: Agents of S.U.I.T. by John Patrick Green, Christopher Hastings, & Pat Lewis
    March 6th, 2023: Juvenile Graphic Novel

    InvestiGators: Agents of S.U.I.T. by John Patrick Green, Christopher Hastings, & Pat Lewis

  • Willie Nelson: A Little Golden Book Biography by Geof Smith & Jeffrey Ebbeler 
    March 4th, 2023: Easy Fiction

    Willie Nelson: A Little Golden Book Biography by Geof Smith & Jeffrey Ebbeler 

  • A Merry Little Christmas by Amie Denman
    March 2nd, 2023: Inspirational Fiction

    A Merry Little Christmas by Amie Denman

  • Sharing the Harvest with Granddaddy Tenpenny by Marty Ray Gordon
    March 2nd, 2023: Easy Fiction

    Sharing the Harvest with Granddaddy Tenpenny by Marty Ray Gordon

  • The Terribles #2: A Witch's Last Resort by Travis Nichols
    March 4th, 2023: Juvenile Fiction

    The Terribles #2: A Witch’s Last Resort by Travis Nichols

  • Witchlings by Claribel A. Ortega
    March 2nd, 2023: Juvenile Graphic Novel

    Witchlings by Claribel A. Ortega

  • Her Amish Adversary by Vannetta Chapman
    March 1st, 2023: Inspirational Fiction

    Her Amish Adversary by Vannetta Chapman

  • NYPD Red 7: The Murder Sorority by Marshall Karp
    March 1st, 2023: Fiction

    NYPD Red 7 : The Murder Sorority by Marshall Karp

  • Rescuing Her Ranch by Lisa Jordan
    March 1st, 2023: Inspirational Fiction

    Rescuing Her Ranch by Lisa Jordan

Library Events

Friends of Library

Friends of the Library members and volunteers actively promote Library services and resources while sharing their love of books with the community. The Friends foster a positive relationship between the Library and the community, secure volunteers and raise funds to support the Library. Join us at our monthly meeting!

Morning Storytime

Ages 0-6

Our monthly interactive storytimes introduce young children to reading, music, STEAM, and language with stories, songs, and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.

Events Calendar

Join The Club

  • Lego Club at SBCP Library

    Lego Club

    Grades K thru 5th

    Come play with LEGOs with us monthly and conquer challenges with your friends!

  • Teen D&D - RGP at SBCP Library

    Teen D&D/RGP Club

    Grade 6 thru 12

    Go on an adventure with our D&D/RPG Club! The club is focused on playing tabletop role-playing games, where each person creates their own character to be part of a larger story. Whether you are new to role-playing games or an expert, this club is for you!

  • STEAM Club at SBCP Library

    STEAM CLUB

    Grades K thru 5th

    Join us monthly for crafts and activities relating to Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math!

  • Teen Advisory Board at SBCP Library

    Teen Advisory Board

    Grades 6 thru 12

    Help us create programs and recommend new books, while you develop skills working with a group and have a unique activity to include on applications or resumes! For more information, please contact our Youth Services Librarian at  youthservices@sbcplibrary.org or by calling us at (931) 684-7323!

Hours of Operation
Monday, Tuesday, & Thursday
8 am - 7 pm
Wednesday, Friday, & Saturday
8 am - 5 pm
Sunday - CLOSED

Computer Lab
Closes 30 minutes prior to library closing.

Shelbyville Bedford County Public Library

Shelbyville - Bedford County Public Library
220 South Jefferson Street
Shelbyville, TN 37160

Phone: (931) 684-7323
Fax: (931) 685-4848


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