Back-to-School Block Party

10:00am–12:00pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
South Library
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Library Branch: South Library
Room: Main Floor
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Information, Neighborhood Events
Event Details:

Get ready to go back to school with the South Branch! Join us for face painting, balloon animals, frozen treats, and more! A limited number of free school supply packs will also be available. 

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

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Pop-Up Whitehaven

11:00am–1:00pm
Adults
Whitehaven Library
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Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Library Outdoor Grounds (WHI)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business Assistance
Event Details:

The Whitehaven Branch Library will host a program, Pop-Up Whitehaven, featuring small businesses and nonprofits from the Memphis area Saturday, July 19, 2025, 11:00am-1:00pm.

Special Notes

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Yoga

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
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Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Meeting Room (OGR)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us at the Officer Geoffrey Redd library for yoga with instructor Randii. Please bring your own mat. 

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

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Finding the Light: Beginning Photography Workshop

12:00pm–2:00pm
Teens, Adults
Raleigh Library
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Family Learning Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers and Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover the Basics. Capture What Matters.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

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Gardening Questions and Answers

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Parkway Village Library
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Library Branch: Parkway Village Library
Room: Program Area
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Gardening
Event Details:

Participants can ask horticultural questions or share concerns related to their plants or landscape. We will discuss and share solutions. Presented by Booker T.

Genealogy Class: African American Research Beyond the Basics

1:00pm–2:30pm
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Orange Mound Library
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Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room A (OM)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy
Event Details:

Join us for Teresa Hill May's Genealogy Class series! This is a two-part class offered twice in the month of July, once at the Orange Mound Library and Genealogy Center and once at the Orange Mound Community Center.

Golden Stitches

1:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Raleigh Library
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Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Event Details:

Come learn how to sew with community legend Mary Ann McKee. We have sewing machines, or you can bring your own. Bring your current project or fabric to start a new one! 

Movie Day @ Levi

1:00pm–4:00pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Levi Library
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Library Branch: Levi Library
Room: Meeting Room (LEV)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Every third Saturday, customers of all ages will get to watch a movie and enjoy popcorn and beverages. Please join us if you are interested, and make sure to spread the word!

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Friends of the Library

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One Room School House Crochet Class

1:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Raleigh Library
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Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

If you've ever wanted to join a guild or informal crocheting group but don't know where to start, then you've come to the right place. Beginners and advance crocheters are welcome to share ideas and join the fun.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

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Memphis Library Foundation

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Advanced ESL Reading and Discussion Group

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Cordova Library
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Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Citizenship/ESL
Event Details:

Build English skills in a relaxed, friendly environment, meet other English learners, and practice speaking and listening skills in small groups.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

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Memphis Library Foundation

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Renaissance Men's Book Club

2:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
North Library
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Library Branch: North Library
Room: Meeting Room (NOR)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Men will be discussing book of the month.

Heart and Soul Book Club

3:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
Raleigh Library
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:
EDIT: Unfortunately, we've had to postpone the Paint and Sip.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.