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Line Dancing @ Levi

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room (LEV) at Levi Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors
:

Keepin' it Live at Levi: Come join us for our free nine-week line dancing workshop! Beginners will learn the basic steps as they continue to advance at their own speed. But above all, participants will be having fun!

Library Branch: Levi Library
Room: Meeting Room (LEV)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Keepin' it Live at Levi: Come join us for our free nine-week line dancing workshop! Beginners will learn the basic steps as they continue to advance at their own speed. But above all, participants will be having fun!

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Seed Library Garden Club: Invasive Plants and How to Combat Them

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
3rd Floor Reading Area - Walnut Grove Side at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Gardening
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors
:

Join us for the Seed Library Garden Club, a welcoming space for gardening lovers of all levels!

Open
Required
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: 3rd Floor Reading Area - Walnut Grove Side
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Gardening
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join us for the Seed Library Garden Club, a welcoming space for gardening lovers of all levels!

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Adult Author Workshop with Carnegie Writers

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Cossitt Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors
:

Join this incredible opportunity for writers of all levels to hone their skills in this writing workshop series with Carnegie Writers! Practice different writing styles, prose, and more while collaborating with fellow writers in activities.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Join this incredible opportunity for writers of all levels to hone their skills in this writing workshop series with Carnegie Writers! Practice different writing styles, prose, and more while collaborating with fellow writers in activities.

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.

This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Creative Aging: Pallet Knife Painting

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults-Seniors
:

Participants receive an introduction to painting with a pallet knife, learning to embrace an abstract eye and let go of the tightness that can be found using a paintbrush.

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAN)
Age Group: Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Participants receive an introduction to painting with a pallet knife, learning to embrace an abstract eye and let go of the tightness that can be found using a paintbrush.

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Sit-N-Stitch Crochet and Knitting Club

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
:

Fiber arts creators come together and work on your current project!

Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Event Details:

Fiber arts creators come together and work on your current project!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Public Speaking 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room (CHE) at Cherokee Library
Program Type:
Language Classes
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
:

“SPEAK THE SPEECH!” is a focused public speaking workshop designed to teach participants the rudiments of public speaking (often, threatening) in a non-threatening confidence building manner.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cherokee Library
Room: Meeting Room (CHE)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Language Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

“SPEAK THE SPEECH!” is a focused public speaking workshop designed to teach participants the rudiments of public speaking (often, threatening) in a non-threatening confidence building manner.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

A Symphony of Art, Music & Mindfulness 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
:

This class aims to create an immersive and enriching environment through a fusion of art and music healing.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

This class aims to create an immersive and enriching environment through a fusion of art and music healing.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Basic Conversational Spanish 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
L-56 Training Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, Language Classes
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
:

Classes will cover introductory Spanish terms and keywords commonly used in day-to-day conversations. Lessons will focus on vocabulary, speaking, and some writing skills to help students communicate effectively in everyday situations.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: L-56 Training Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Language Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Classes will cover introductory Spanish terms and keywords commonly used in day-to-day conversations. Lessons will focus on vocabulary, speaking, and some writing skills to help students communicate effectively in everyday situations.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Cherokee Crochet Club

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room (CHE) at Cherokee Library
Program Type:
Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
:

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

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cherokee Library
Room: Meeting Room (CHE)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Cuppa and a chat book club

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors
:

Join Library Staff on the third Saturday of each month for a good cuppa, a good book and a good chat.

This month's book will be announced soon.

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Join Library Staff on the third Saturday of each month for a good cuppa, a good book and a good chat.

This month's book will be announced soon.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Memfis: Historias y Memorias Latino Americanas

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Citizenship/ESL, Community Information, Cultural Awareness, Library Support, Neighborhood Events
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors
:

¡Cuenta tu historia! ¿Has vivido en Memphis más de 20 años? ¿Naciste en Latino América? ¿Hablas español? Participa en este taller dirigido para escribir tu historia del primer año que viviste en Memphis.

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAN)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Citizenship/ESL, Community Information, Cultural Awareness, Library Support, Neighborhood Events
Event Details:

¡Cuenta tu historia! ¿Has vivido en Memphis más de 20 años? ¿Naciste en Latino América? ¿Hablas español? Participa en este taller dirigido para escribir tu historia del primer año que viviste en Memphis.

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Self Discipline the Key to Having More 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Program Area at Parkway Village Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
:

Led by Successful Living Economic & Community Development Corporation, this series explores self-discipline, what defeats us, how it can defeat us, and how to develop, increase, and enhance self-discipline. 

Instructor:

Open
Required
Library Branch: Parkway Village Library
Room: Program Area
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Led by Successful Living Economic & Community Development Corporation, this series explores self-discipline, what defeats us, how it can defeat us, and how to develop, increase, and enhance self-discipline. 

Instructor:

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group.
This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Mommy and Me/ Family Open Mic

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Family Learning Lab at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Music, Poetry and Writing, Theater
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
:

Are you a creative caregiver that needs an expressive outlet for you and your family? 

Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Family Learning Lab
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, Poetry and Writing, Theater
Event Details:

Are you a creative caregiver that needs an expressive outlet for you and your family? 

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.

This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Game Day

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (NOR) at North Library
Program Type:
Games, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults-Seniors
:

Game Day at North Branch will consist of a friendly game called Bid Whist. This game is fun, challenging, and can help seniors improve their memory, concentration, and social skills.  😊

Library Branch: North Library
Room: Meeting Room (NOR)
Age Group: Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Games, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Game Day at North Branch will consist of a friendly game called Bid Whist. This game is fun, challenging, and can help seniors improve their memory, concentration, and social skills.  😊

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Let's Paint and Dine

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room (SOU) at South Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors
:

Come join in the fun, as we paint, listen to soft music in a relaxing atmosphere and enjoy the gathering. Let's Paint!!

Open
Required
Library Branch: South Library
Room: Meeting Room (SOU)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Come join in the fun, as we paint, listen to soft music in a relaxing atmosphere and enjoy the gathering. Let's Paint!!

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group.
This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Movie Day @ Levi

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (LEV) at Levi Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
:

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!

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

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Drumming & Rhythm 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (CRE) at Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
:

This session is designed to teach the basics of rhythm and drumming in a fun and interactive way.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room (CRE)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Details:

This session is designed to teach the basics of rhythm and drumming in a fun and interactive way.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Free Tech Support at the Library (available in four languages)

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room (COR) at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors
:

Need help with your phone, laptop, tablet, email, photos, videos, etc.? Come to the library for free one on-one tech support!

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Meeting Room (COR)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Event Details:

Need help with your phone, laptop, tablet, email, photos, videos, etc.? Come to the library for free one on-one tech support!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Magical Girl Mother Daughter Sip-n-Make

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Area at Parkway Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness, Holidays
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
:

Do you like fighting evil by moonlight? Or winning love by daylight? Do you have an affinity for cute clothes, accessorizing, and girl power? Well, at the Parkway Village Library, we have the program for you!

Library Branch: Parkway Village Library
Room: Program Area
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness, Holidays
Event Details:

Do you like fighting evil by moonlight? Or winning love by daylight? Do you have an affinity for cute clothes, accessorizing, and girl power? Well, at the Parkway Village Library, we have the program for you!

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.

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group.
This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

East Shelby Library : Movie Day

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (ESB) at East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
:

Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Meeting Room A (ESB)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Movies

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Help Me Find My People: Genealogy 101

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Studio B (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Community Information, Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
:

This session provides an overview of how to conduct genealogical research, including helpful charts and forms, free internet research sites, and other helpful tips to continue your family history journey.

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

This session provides an overview of how to conduct genealogical research, including helpful charts and forms, free internet research sites, and other helpful tips to continue your family history journey.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Line Dancing @ Levi

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room (LEV) at Levi Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors
:

Keepin' it Live at Levi: Come join us for our free nine-week line dancing workshop! Beginners will learn the basic steps as they continue to advance at their own speed. But above all, participants will be having fun!

Library Branch: Levi Library
Room: Meeting Room (LEV)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Keepin' it Live at Levi: Come join us for our free nine-week line dancing workshop! Beginners will learn the basic steps as they continue to advance at their own speed. But above all, participants will be having fun!

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Keeping Your Landscape Looking Good All Summer

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Gardening
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors
:

Keeping Your Landscape Looking Good All Summer with Booker T. Leigh! 

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room A (OM)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Gardening
Event Details:

Keeping Your Landscape Looking Good All Summer with Booker T. Leigh! 

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Creative Aging Studio Course: Pottery Techniques (REGISTRATION REQUIRED)

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
L-56 Training Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults-Seniors
:

Pottery for Ages 65+

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: L-56 Training Room
Age Group: Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Pottery for Ages 65+

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.

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.