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Knot Just Yarn: Frayser Crochet Club

10:00am–12:00pm

Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Frayser Library

Library Branch: Frayser Library

Room: Main Floor

Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc.

Event Details:

Come join the new Crochet Group at Frayser Library. It’s a relaxed place to hang out, get help with projects, and swap yarn with others who love to crochet or knit. Everyone is welcome no matter your skill level.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Photograph Notice

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Homework Help with Ms. Rebekah!

10:00am–2:00pm

Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Frayser Library

Open

Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Frayser Library

Room: Conference Room (FRA)

Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Program Type: Library Support

Registration Required

Event Details:

Need a hand with homework? The Frayser Library is here to help!

Students in 1st through 3rd grade are invited to get one-on-one assistance from Ms. Rebekah on their homework assignments!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

BOO! Read if you dare...

10:00am–6:00pm

Teens

Frayser Library

Library Branch: Frayser Library

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Holidays, Library Support

Event Details:

Calling all teens who love a good scare or a heart-pounding thriller! In this special library program, you’ll choose a mystery book without seeing the cover, title, or author.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Photograph Notice

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Cherokee Crochet Club

10:30am–12:00pm

Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Cherokee Library

Open

Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Cherokee Library

Room: Meeting Room (CHE)

Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Program Type: Sewing, Needlework, etc.

Registration Required

Event Details:

Come join the Cherokee Crochet Club! Everyone welcome, from beginners to experienced crocheters. Free to join plus free yarn to beginners.

Special Notes

Photograph Notice

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Fantasy Faire Storytime

11:00am–11:45am

Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Cordova Library

Library Branch: Cordova Library

Room: Story Time Room

Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Times

Event Details:

Come to the Cordova Branch Library for Fantasy Faire storytime!

Share magical stories and enchanted snacks. Decorate a magic and and a fairy crown.

For all ages and no registration is needed.

Read with a Pup! (Children's reading therapy program)

11:00am–1:00pm

Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

Upcoming

Registration Required

Upcoming

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

Room: Children's Program Room

Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Program Type: Literacy Instruction

Registration Required

Event Details:

Do you love reading AND doggies?! Come and read to a sweet, friendly pup and practice your reading skills! Every third Saturday at the Central Library in the Children's story time room from 11 - 1pm.

Raleigh Community Photography Club

12:00pm–2:00pm

Teens, Adults

Raleigh Library

Open

Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Raleigh Library

Room: Family Learning Lab

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Business Assistance, Computers and Technology, STEAM arts

Registration Required

Event Details:

The Raleigh Community Photography Club is a monthly meet-up designed to connect aspiring and experienced photographers of all ages through themed photo challenges, skill-building sessions, and community-focused storytelling.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

Photograph Notice

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Fantasy Faire

12:30pm–4:30pm

Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Cordova Library

Library Branch: Cordova Library

Room: Library Outdoor Grounds (COR)

Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Neighborhood Events

Event Details:

Join us for the 2nd Annual Fantasy Faire at the Cordova Library! Partake in a fantastical afternoon, full of crafts, games, food, and more!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

Fantasy Faire Blood Drive at Cordova

12:30pm–4:30pm

Adults

Cordova Library

Library Branch: Cordova Library

Room: Library Outdoor Grounds (COR)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Health & Wellness

Event Details:

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Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

Cancelled - Spanish for Beginners

1:00pm–2:00pm

Adults

Cordova Library

Library Branch: Cordova Library

Room: Teen Innovation Center

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Language Classes

Event Details:

Learn Spanish for free in this beginner-friendly class for adults! Instructional materials provided at the start of every class. No registration needed.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Photograph Notice

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Chat & Chew Tween Book Club

1:00pm–2:00pm

Tweens (Age 8-12)

East Shelby Library

Library Branch: East Shelby Library

Room: Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB)

Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12)

Program Type: Book Clubs, Literacy Instruction

Event Details:

Tweens, it's always a good day to read an exciting book together!

Special Notes

Photograph Notice

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Sitcom Trivia

1:00pm–3:00pm

Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Orange Mound Library

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library

Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Program Type: Games

Event Details:

So you've watched every classic sitcom and think you can quote every line, huh? Well we're willing to challenge that assumption. Come and play a few fun rounds of Sitcom Trivia with us! Light snacks and beverages will be provided.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Photograph Notice

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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

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!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Photograph Notice

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Frayser Library Teen Hangout

1:30pm–2:30pm

Teens

Frayser Library

Library Branch: Frayser Library

Room: Teen Area

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Games, Library Support

Event Details:

Ease into Fall Break at the Frayser Branch Library!

Feeling stressed from school? Come chill with us and recharge your mind before heading into break mode.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Photograph Notice

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Line Dancing with Craig

1:30pm–3:00pm

Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

South Library

Library Branch: South Library

Room: Main Floor

Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Program Type: Health & Wellness

Event Details:

Come along to learn great new moves while exercising and having a great time while dancing! It'll help stimulate your mind and improve your body tone.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Advanced ESL Reading and Discussion Group

2:00pm–4:00pm

Adults

Cordova Library

Library Branch: Cordova Library

Room: Story Time Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Citizenship/ESL

Event Details:

Join us every Saturday to practice reading/speaking English and building new vocabulary in a casual friendly environment. Each attendee is welcome to read aloud a page from the suggested book.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Bookish Book Club

3:00pm–4:00pm

Adults

Officer Geoffrey Redd Library

Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library

Room: Meeting Room (OGR)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Clubs

Event Details:

A book club for anyone who gets their book recommendations online - Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, wherever. Join local Memphis Bookish Creators as we talk about what makes a great Bookish book, our faves and our DNFs!