A beginning Spanish class designed for students that have no familiarity with the language. Registration not necessary and we can start you with our beginners group and work you up to our advanced group.
This program is meant for writers who need motivation and community encouragement to get writing. Every Tuesday, writers will gather at Crosstown Concourse, 7th floor at the big table, to enjoy the company of other writers and get some work done!
Applications open now!
You Need to Cut it!-Introduction to Cricut for Youth
What is a Cricut?
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Friends of the Library
This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Everybody Has Rhythm: An Inspirational and Fun Experience For Beginning and Intermediate Drummers
If you shake your head, stomp, or pat your feet, clap your hands, or move your body in some fashion to a beat in a favorite song, you have rhythm and this program is for you.
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Memphis Library Foundation
This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

Summer Lunch Programming
Summer Lunch Programming
Join us for a screening of Studio Ghibli's Kiki's Delivery Service in the teen innovation center.
Memphis Zoo Storytime
Connect Crew will be hosting a family storytime event at the Memphis Zoo! The storytime and animal meet & greet program will be held at the Wild Encounter location. The storytime event will occur during the zoo's Free TN Tuesday hours.
Trivia Masters and Fun Fact Collectors, now is your time to shine! Join us at the Raleigh Library for a classic household favorite with a modern twist: Wheel of Fortune!
READ to the Dog
Would you like to read a book to a dog? Join Lovie, the Library Therapy Dog, and we will read a good book together.
Long Live the King!-Chess Club
Free chess tutorials for all ages. Beginners are invited to learn to play, and veterans are welcome to challenge each other to a friendly match of strategy and tactics. For this event we will meet in our main lobby behind the escalators.
Special Notes
Memphis Library Foundation
This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

Photograph Notice
This event may be recorded or photographed for use by the Memphis Public Libraries or the City of Memphis for media, social media, broadcast, and/or print purposes.
Pickleball - Open Play Tuesdays!
Join us Tuesday evenings at the beginning of June for 'open play' pickleball on our three courts here at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library parking lot! We have balls and paddles for folks to use, or feel free to bring your own.
Special Notes
Memphis Library Foundation
This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
