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

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

Need help with your phone, laptop, tablet, email, photos, videos, etc.? Come to the library for free one on-one tech support! Our staff member Gretchen speaks English, Spanish, Fre...

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 "Adults" group.

Advanced ESL Reading and Discussion Group

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Story Time Room at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Citizenship/ESL
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Build English skills in a relaxed, friendly environment, meet other English learners, and practice speaking and listening skills in small groups. Discussions are led by a native En...

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.

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

First Time Homebuyer's Session

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Community Information, Personal Finance
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

When it comes to buying a home, it can be hard to know where to start. The first-time homebuyer's session is a workshop that will walk you through the process. Hear from Crye Leike...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAL)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Community Information, Personal Finance
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

When it comes to buying a home, it can be hard to know where to start. The first-time homebuyer's session is a workshop that will walk you through the process. Hear from Crye Leike's agent, Darnell McCurdy. 

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

Electronics and Electricity Seminar

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (WHI) at Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Job and Career, STEAM stem
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Joseph Oliver and a variety of skilled professionals conduct weekly classes with customers participating in hands-on repair and learning exercises. Participants will be exposed to ...

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Meeting Room (WHI)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Job and Career, STEAM stem
Event Details:

Joseph Oliver and a variety of skilled professionals conduct weekly classes with customers participating in hands-on repair and learning exercises. Participants will be exposed to the basics of electricity and electronics theory and repair.

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

Digital Photography 2-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn photography basics consisting of film, digital photography, lighting, and film print.Instructor: Alandras Massey, Jr. is a multi-media specialist with more than 25-years of e...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAL)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Required
Seats Remaining: 31
Event Details:

Learn photography basics consisting of film, digital photography, lighting, and film print.

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.

Line Dancing @ Levi

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room (LEV) at Levi Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors
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 a...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Levi Library
Room: Meeting Room (LEV)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
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

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" group.

Power Hour Gym @ Levi

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 12:30pm - 5:00pm
Levi Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Looking for a way to set healthy goals or start an exercise routine? Join us at Levi as we move and groove with modern, easy to use equipment. Your choice, Your Pace! 

Library Branch: Levi Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Looking for a way to set healthy goals or start an exercise routine? Join us at Levi as we move and groove with modern, easy to use equipment. Your choice, Your Pace!


 

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.

East Shelby Library: Computer Classes

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (ESB) at East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Meeting Room A (ESB)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cordova Writing Club

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room (COR) at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

The only objective is to put words on paper! Think of this as a NaNoWriMo "write-in," but for those of us who need longer than a year to write a book! Bring a writing project to wo...

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Meeting Room (COR)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Event Details:

The only objective is to put words on paper! Think of this as a NaNoWriMo "write-in," but for those of us who need longer than a year to write a book! Bring a writing project to work on, or start something new. All skill levels welcome.

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

Making a Career Out of Writing Books 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Story Time Room at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Poetry and Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

This series will discuss how to turn your passion for writing into an ongoing career. You will learn how to network, get published and take advantage of writing opportunities. ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Poetry and Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

This series will discuss how to turn your passion for writing into an ongoing career. You will learn how to network, get published and take advantage of writing opportunities. 

Instructor:  

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Zumba Fitness at Raleigh

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for our weekly Zumba fitness class. It's an excellent workout that will allow you to burn calories while having fun. It will also strengthen your muscles and improve flexib...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAL)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join us for our weekly Zumba fitness class. It's an excellent workout that will allow you to burn calories while having fun. It will also strengthen your muscles and improve flexibility. Please plan to be on time.

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" group.

Aerobics Fitness Exercise at Raleigh

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a fun aerobics exercise with Ms. Linda Epps. It's a great way to enjoy exercising while allowing you to stretch and improve flexibility, muscular strength, and cardiova...

Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us for a fun aerobics exercise with Ms. Linda Epps. It's a great way to enjoy exercising while allowing you to stretch and improve flexibility, muscular strength, and cardiovascular fitness. 

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

Beginning Spanish

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (WHI) at Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, Language Classes
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

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...

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Meeting Room (WHI)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Language Classes
Event Details:

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 event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Gameday - Bingo Edition

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come out and fellowship with games of Bingo and playful association.

Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Meeting Room (HOL)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Come out and fellowship with games of Bingo and playful association.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Power Hour Gym @ Levi

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 12:30pm - 5:00pm
Levi Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Looking for a way to set healthy goals or start an exercise routine? Join us at Levi as we move and groove with modern, easy to use equipment. Your choice, Your Pace! 

Library Branch: Levi Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Looking for a way to set healthy goals or start an exercise routine? Join us at Levi as we move and groove with modern, easy to use equipment. Your choice, Your Pace!


 

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ABCs of Business Creation 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room (NOR) at North Library
Program Type:
Business Assistance, Job and Career
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Led by Successful Living & Economic & Community Development Corporation, this 4-part series deals with essential business formation components, including: busines...

Open
Required
Library Branch: North Library
Room: Meeting Room (NOR)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business Assistance, Job and Career
Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:

Led by Successful Living & Economic & Community Development Corporation, this 4-part series deals with essential business formation components, including: business marketing, ethics, business structuring, learning essential finan

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.

Writing For Performances 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room (CHE) at Cherokee Library
Program Type:
Poetry and Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

This class/workshop will focus on dramatic writing culminating to presenting works on stage including poetry, short stories, and prose in a dramatic form.Instructor: Levi Frazier, ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cherokee Library
Room: Meeting Room (CHE)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Poetry and Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

This class/workshop will focus on dramatic writing culminating to presenting works on stage including poetry, short stories, and prose in a dramatic form.

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.

English Language Learners 4-Part Virtual Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Citizenship/ESL, Language Classes, Literacy Instruction
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Classes are designed to teach adults how to pronounce and write some basic English words and phrases. Instructor: Patricia Posada is a native Spanish speaker who wants to help...

Open
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Citizenship/ESL, Language Classes, Literacy Instruction
Required
Seats Remaining: 38
Event Details:

Classes are designed to teach adults how to pronounce and write some basic English words and phrases. 

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.

Let's Get Moving with Yoga

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room (COR) at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Participate in a yoga experience to stretch the body and soothe the mind.

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

Participate in a yoga experience to stretch the body and soothe the mind.

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.

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.

Long Live the King!-Chess Club

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lobby at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

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 ev...

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: Games
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mother’s Day Memories-Sip and Paint 

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Missing your mother or another significant woman in your life as Mother’s Day approaches? Join us at Hollywood Branch Library to color a canvas of women themed art and share m...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Meeting Room (HOL)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Missing your mother or another significant woman in your life as Mother’s Day approaches? 

Join us at Hollywood Branch Library to color a canvas of women themed art and share memories of your loved one. 

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

Line Dancing @ Levi

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room (LEV) at Levi Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors
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 a...

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.

Power Hour Gym @ Levi

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 12:30pm - 5:00pm
Levi Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Looking for a way to set healthy goals or start an exercise routine? Join us at Levi as we move and groove with modern, easy to use equipment. Your choice, Your Pace! 

Library Branch: Levi Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Looking for a way to set healthy goals or start an exercise routine? Join us at Levi as we move and groove with modern, easy to use equipment. Your choice, Your Pace!


 

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.