Smart Toys and Books
At Smart Toys and Books you will find a fun atmosphere, knowledgeable and available staff, and intriguing "hands on" demonstrations and displays. With over 24 years of experience in the toy industry, we know what will spark the imagination, create excitement, and stimulate learning the in the life of a child. We provide a wonderfully complete selection of high quality books, toys, and dolls that fascinate, challenge, enlighten, and delight children of all ages. We are truly about the best of the best!
Plan to Attend Exciting February & March Events!
February Events
- February 4 (Sat) – Make a Snuggie Fleece Blanket – Create a child-size snuggie blanket with sleeves by knotting the edges together. Participants will also eat popcorn, watch a fun movie, and play conversation games. Ages 6+. Reservations and a $19.99 materials fee are required in advance. 3pm.
- February 6 (Mon) - Thomas Play Day – Play with trains, story and snack, the first Monday of every month. Ages 2+. Reservations required in advance. No charge. 10:00 and 11:00am.
- February 11 (Sat) – Make a Hand-Made Valentine – Materials available from 10am – 3pm. No reservations required and no charge.
- February 18 (Sat) – Insects and Spiders, Oh My! – Ijams Nature Center presents a program on insects and spiders, featuring a live tarantula, a craft, and a story. Ages 5+. Reservations and an $8 materials fee are required in advance. 10:30 am and 11:30am.
- February 24 (Fri) - Family Game Night - Learn new games and have fun together. Refreshments available. Age 3+. Reservations required in advance. No charge. 5:30 – 7pm.
- Story Time with Miss Helen – Thursdays at 11am .
- “Mommy and Me” Art Classes – Fridays at 10am, 11am, 12pm. $5 materials fee and reservations required in advance. Ages 2+.
- Game/Craft Demo Saturdays – Hands-on trials with and demonstrations of newly arriving games. 10am – 3pm.
March Events
- March 3 (Sat) – Knoxville Zoo Exhibit – At least three live animals and animal artifacts will be on display. A costume character will be available for hugs and pictures (bring camera). All ages. Reservations are requested. No charge. 11am – 12pm.
- March 5 (Mon) - Thomas Play Day – Play with trains, story and snack, the first Monday of every month. Ages 2+. Reservations required in advance. No charge. 10:00 and 11:00am.
- March 17 (Sat) – Children’s Pastel Portrait Artist - Donna McMahon returns to draw in-person portraits. Appointment and $30 nonrefundable deposit required in advance. 10am – 6pm.
- March 30 (Fri) - Family Game Night - Learn new games and have fun together. Refreshments available. Age 3+. Reservations required in advance. No charge. 5:30 – 7pm.
- March 31 (Sat) – April 7 (Sat) – Live Bunnies Arrive at O’Hare Port – Visit with live bunnies all week during regular store hours. Bring cameras to take pictures. All ages. No charge.
- Story Time with Miss Helen – Thursdays at 11am .
- “Mommy and Me” Art Classes – Fridays at 10am, 11am, 12pm. $5 materials fee and reservations required in advance. Ages 2+.
- Game/Craft Demo Saturdays – Hands-on trials with and demonstrations of newly arriving games. 10am – 3pm.
Smart Toys and Books
865-691-1154
9700 Kingston Pike