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Creative Customs: Step by Step Drawing

Friday, April 25, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Drawing can seem intimidating for beginners. This program teaches teens the basics of drawing including basic sketching, shading and figure drawing! We can't wait for you to join u...

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room A (OM)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Event Details:

Drawing can seem intimidating for beginners. This program teaches teens the basics of drawing including basic sketching, shading and figure drawing! We can't wait for you to join us! 

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Guitars

Guitar Club

Friday, April 25, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Innovation Center at South Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: South Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Music

LEGO of Your Imagination

Friday, April 25, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Games, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Get ready to build, create, and imagine with LEGOs! Come unleash your creativity and see where the bricks take you!

Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Games, STEAM arts
Event Details:

Get ready to build, create, and imagine with LEGOs! Come unleash your creativity and see where the bricks take you!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

A film clapperboard with popcorn around it

Friday at the Movies

Friday, April 25, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Children's Area at Frayser Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled movie experience at the library! Every Friday, we’ll be showing a selection of classic films, family favorites, and exciting new releases, all with free po...

Library Branch: Frayser Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled movie experience at the library! Every Friday, we’ll be showing a selection of classic films, family favorites, and exciting new releases, all with free popcorn for you to enjoy.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

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.

Picture of a flyer for this event with colorful puzzle pieces. Embracing Autism, every fourth Saturday from 10-11 at Raleigh library.

Embracing Autism

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us as we share information and resources about Autism Spectrum Disorder. Helping those with autism make friends and develop their social skills in a safe and fun environment.&...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAL)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us as we share information and resources about Autism Spectrum Disorder. Helping those with autism make friends and develop their social skills in a safe and fun environment. 

 

 

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

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.

Flyer for Spring Book Sale.

Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 5:00pm
Meeting Rooms (CEN) at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Library Support
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Thousands of books, CDs, DVDs, vinyl records and more at great prices!

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Meeting Rooms (CEN)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Library Support
Event Details:

Thousands of books, CDs, DVDs, vinyl records and more at great prices!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Family Storytime

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Children's Area at Frayser Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

All ages are welcome at our Family Storytime! Come listen to exciting stories, participate in fun activities, and share a special time together.

Library Branch: Frayser Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

All ages are welcome at our Family Storytime! Come listen to exciting stories, participate in fun activities, and share a special time together.

Special Notes

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.

Family Fun - Zumba for Kids!

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Story Time Room at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Come to the Cordova Library for a free Zumba class for kids!  Get moving to the music and dance!  Followed by healthy snacks and water.For all ages and no registration is...

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Come to the Cordova Library for a free Zumba class for kids!  Get moving to the music and dance!  Followed by healthy snacks and water.

For all ages and no registration is needed.

Memphis Zoo Storytime

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Connect Crew
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Connect Crew will be hosting a family storytime event with the Memphis Zoo! The storytime and animal meet & greet program will be held in the Storytime Room in the Children's D...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Connect Crew
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

Connect Crew will be hosting a family storytime event with the Memphis Zoo! The storytime and animal meet & greet program will be held in the Storytime Room in the Children's Department at the Benjamin Hooks Library.

Financial Literacy

Rewrite Your Financial Story 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
Personal Finance
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Four session financial literacy program empowering low- and high-income earning individuals to take control of their finances, rewrite their financial stories and build a sustainab...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Meeting Room (HOL)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Personal Finance
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Four session financial literacy program empowering low- and high-income earning individuals to take control of their finances, rewrite their financial stories and build a sustainable foundation for financial success.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

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Orange Mound's One Year Anniversary!

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Community Information, Holidays, Neighborhood Events, Outreach Event
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

We've been open for one year, and it's time to celebrate! Join us for an afternoon full of entertainment, food, and fun at the Orange Mound Library’s Anniversary Party. Enjoy delic...

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Community Information, Holidays, Neighborhood Events, Outreach Event
Event Details:

We've been open for one year, and it's time to celebrate! Join us for an afternoon full of entertainment, food, and fun at the Orange Mound Library’s Anniversary Party.

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.

Weird Science Family Day

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Lobby at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
STEAM stem
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Get ready for wacky, hands-on science fun at Weird Science Family Day! Explore the wonders of science with interactive experiment stations for all ages. From electrifying reactions...

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: STEAM stem
Event Details:

Get ready for wacky, hands-on science fun at Weird Science Family Day! Explore the wonders of science with interactive experiment stations for all ages.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

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.

Lady Justice

Do It Yourself Small Claim Court Filing 4-Part Virtual Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Legal Assistance
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Class will share with individuals the process of filing a small claim in Shelby County General Sessions Court on their own behalf (pro se). It will cover the court’s rules, decorum...

Open
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Legal Assistance
Required
Seats Remaining: 34
Event Details:

Class will share with individuals the process of filing a small claim in Shelby County General Sessions Court on their own behalf (pro se).

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

Smartphone

Filmmaking with Your Smartphone 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology, Movies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Transform your smartphone into a powerful storytelling tool. This course takes you step-by-step through the process of creating captivating films with limited resources. From scrip...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Meeting Room (HOL)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Transform your smartphone into a powerful storytelling tool. This course takes you step-by-step through the process of creating captivating films with limited resources.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

Move Your Body

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room B (ESB) at East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Meeting Room B (ESB)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness

ESB Anime Club

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Innovation Center at East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, Language Classes, Movies
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us at East Shelby for some anime fun! We'll not only be watching anime, but learning about Japanese culture, language, and history! If you wanna meet other anime fans, talk sh...

Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Language Classes, Movies
Event Details:

Join us at East Shelby for some anime fun! We'll not only be watching anime, but learning about Japanese culture, language, and history!

Indian Attire at Whitehaven

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Explore the clothing from some of the many different groups and cultures of India and even get to try some on!  This will be a great opportunity to explore a fascinating part ...

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Awareness
Event Details:

Explore the clothing from some of the many different groups and cultures of India and even get to try some on!  This will be a great opportunity to explore a fascinating part of our world.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

Drawing

Drawing Techniques 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Unlock the secrets of drawing through four essential line techniques during this hands-on course. You’ll explore contour, cross contour, continuous contour and blind contour drawin...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Meeting Room (HOL)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Unlock the secrets of drawing through four essential line techniques during this hands-on course.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

"Reimagined" Documentary Film Screening Flyer

Documentary Film Screening: "Reimagined" Melrose One Year Anniversary

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room A & B (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Community Information, Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Holidays, Neighborhood Events
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for the one-year anniversary of the Orange Mound Library and re-opening of the historic Melrose High School. We will be viewing Reimagined, a 30-minute documentary of the j...

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room A & B (OM)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Community Information, Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Holidays, Neighborhood Events
Event Details:

Join us for the one-year anniversary of the Orange Mound Library and re-opening of the historic Melrose High School.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

The Gathering Presents: The Undugu 3

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (LEV) at Levi Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a live hip-hop music event focused on local Memphis artists! The lyrics will be clean and friendly for all ages. Don't miss out as we celebrate the unique talent of Mem...

Library Branch: Levi Library
Room: Meeting Room (LEV)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

Join us for a live hip-hop music event focused on local Memphis artists! The lyrics will be clean and friendly for all ages. Don't miss out as we celebrate the unique talent of Memphis Hip Hop, also know as MemHop!

Special Notes

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.

The Gathering Presents: The Undugu III

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Connect Crew
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, Music, Poetry and Writing
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for a live hip-hop music event focused on local Memphis artists. The lyrics will be clean and friendly for all ages. Don't miss out as we celebrate the unique talent of Mem...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Connect Crew
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Music, Poetry and Writing
Event Details:

Join us for a live hip-hop music event focused on local Memphis artists. The lyrics will be clean and friendly for all ages. Don't miss out as we celebrate the unique talent of Memphis hip-hop, also known as MemHop! 

Painting with Color & Nature

Painting with Color & Nature 4-Part Series : Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

In this vibrant, hands-on course, participants will dive into the world of painting with a twist. They’ll master color blending, shading techniques and how to sketch and paint plan...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Meeting Room (HOL)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Required
Seats Remaining: 32
Event Details:

In this vibrant, hands-on course, participants will dive into the world of painting with a twist. They’ll master color blending, shading techniques and how to sketch and paint plants and trees with a fresh modern approach.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

Mental Health

Prioritizing Mental Health (Vibes & Boundaries) 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (LEV) at Levi Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

This course empowers individuals with the knowledge and tools to prioritize their mental health, build resilience and navigate life’s challenges. Through interactive discussions it...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Levi Library
Room: Meeting Room (LEV)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

This course empowers individuals with the knowledge and tools to prioritize their mental health, build resilience and navigate life’s challenges.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

Flyer for Spring Book Sale.

Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale

Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Rooms (CEN) at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Library Support
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Thousands of books, CDs, DVDs, vinyl records and more at great prices!

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Meeting Rooms (CEN)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Library Support
Event Details:

Thousands of books, CDs, DVDs, vinyl records and more at great prices!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.