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 20, 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, ... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group. May 20 2025 Tue Writing For Performances 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning 4:30pm - 5:30pm Cherokee Library Library Branch: Cherokee Library Room: Meeting Room (CHE) Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Poetry and Writing Required Seats Remaining: 20 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 20, 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 This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group. May 20 2025 Tue English Language Learners 4-Part Virtual Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning 5:00pm - 6:00pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Open 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: 40 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 "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 20, 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... 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. May 20 2025 Tue Long Live the King!-Chess Club 6:00pm - 7:30pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library 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. Raleigh Reads Book Club Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join us for the Raleigh Reads book club! We will meet on the 3rd Tuesday of the month to discuss books as a group. Open Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 20 2025 Tue Raleigh Reads Book Club 6:30pm - 7:30pm Raleigh Library Open Library Branch: Raleigh Library Room: Meeting Room (RAL) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Required Seats Remaining: 15 Event Details: Join us for the Raleigh Reads book club! We will meet on the 3rd Tuesday of the month to discuss books as a group. 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. Computer Basics Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:30am Main Floor at Frayser Library Program Type: Computers and Technology, Job and Career Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Event Details: Are you a computer beginner? Or do you need a refresher course? Join the Frayser Branch Library's Computer Basics class for a simple step-by-step course on computers, their parts, ... Open Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group. May 21 2025 Wed Computer Basics 10:15am - 11:30am Frayser Library Open Library Branch: Frayser Library Room: Main Floor Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Computers and Technology, Job and Career Required Seats Remaining: 4 Event Details: Are you a computer beginner? Or do you need a refresher course? Join the Frayser Branch Library's Computer Basics class for a simple step-by-step course on computers, their parts, and how to navigate them.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Easy Step-By-Step Computer Class Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library Program Type: Computers and Technology Age Group: Adults Event Details: Come out and learn the basics of computer literacy, which will include one hour of a basic curriculum and one hour of answering technology related questions with your phone, tablet... This event is in the "Adults" group. May 21 2025 Wed Easy Step-By-Step Computer Class 11:00am - 1:00pm Hollywood Library Library Branch: Hollywood Library Room: Meeting Room (HOL) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers and Technology Event Details: Come out and learn the basics of computer literacy, which will include one hour of a basic curriculum and one hour of answering technology related questions with your phone, tablet, or laptop.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Power Hour Gym @ Levi Wednesday, May 21, 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! This event is in the "Adults" group. May 21 2025 Wed Power Hour Gym @ Levi 12:30pm - 5:00pm Levi Library 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. Virtual Vacation: Destinations Around the World Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library Program Type: Travel Age Group: Adults Event Details: Come and explore a travel destination from around the world, whether that be in the United States or globally. You don't want to miss this event. Fellowship, conversation, and expo... This event is in the "Adults" group. May 21 2025 Wed Virtual Vacation: Destinations Around the World 1:00pm - 1:45pm Hollywood Library Library Branch: Hollywood Library Room: Meeting Room (HOL) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Travel Event Details: Come and explore a travel destination from around the world, whether that be in the United States or globally. You don't want to miss this event. Fellowship, conversation, and exposure to new and exciting places!
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) Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm 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... This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group. May 21 2025 Wed Free Tech Support at the Library (available in four languages) 2:00pm - 3:30pm Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library 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 "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Business Branding for Beginners 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Meeting Room A & B (ESB) at East Shelby Library Program Type: Business Assistance, Job and Career Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: Led by Successful Living & Economic & Community Development Corporation, this 4-part series deals with essential components of business branding, including unders... Open Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 21 2025 Wed Business Branding for Beginners 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning 4:30pm - 5:30pm East Shelby Library Open Library Branch: East Shelby Library Room: Meeting Room A & B (ESB) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Business Assistance, Job and Career Required Seats Remaining: 30 Event Details: Led by Successful Living & Economic & Community Development Corporation, this 4-part series deals with essential components of business branding, including understanding the psychological approach to color in pre 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. Night Café Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library Program Type: Cooking and Food, Neighborhood Events Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Event Details: Welcome to the Night Cafe! Whether you want to steal a moment to read the next chapter of a good book or chat with other parents while your kids do homework and play, take some tim... This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group. May 21 2025 Wed Night Café 4:30pm - 5:30pm Randolph Library Library Branch: Randolph Library Room: Meeting Room (RAN) Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Cooking and Food, Neighborhood Events Event Details: Welcome to the Night Cafe! 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. Adult Author Workshop with Carnegie Writers Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Cossitt Library Program Type: Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors 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... Open Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group. May 21 2025 Wed Adult Author Workshop with Carnegie Writers 6:00pm - 8:00pm Cossitt Library Open Library Branch: Cossitt Library Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing Required Seats Remaining: 19 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 "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. The Writer's Block Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Connect Crew Program Type: Outreach Event, Poetry and Writing Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: Ever find yourself stuck when you're trying to write? Or, maybe, you don't even know how to start? Then please join us for 'The Writer's Block,' a writing club geared towards gathe... Offsite Event This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 21 2025 Wed The Writer's Block 6:00pm - 8:00pm Connect Crew Library Branch: Connect Crew Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Outreach Event, Poetry and Writing Event Details: Ever find yourself stuck when you're trying to write? Or, maybe, you don't even know how to start? Then please join us for 'The Writer's Block,' a writing club geared towards gathering writers together and getting words down on the page.
This event is in the "Adults" group. MALS Elder Law: Family Law Legal Clinic for Seniors (60+) Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Meeting Rooms (CEN) at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Legal Assistance Age Group: Adults Event Details: Please join Memphis Area Legal Services for a free Family Law Legal Clinic for Seniors age 60 and older. A Memphis Area Legal Services’ attorney will present an Elder Law Lega... This event is in the "Adults" group. May 22 2025 Thu MALS Elder Law: Family Law Legal Clinic for Seniors (60+) 10:00am - 12:00pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: Meeting Rooms (CEN) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Legal Assistance Event Details: Please join Memphis Area Legal Services for a free Family Law Legal Clinic for Seniors age 60 and older.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Power Hour Gym @ Levi Thursday, May 22, 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! This event is in the "Adults" group. May 22 2025 Thu Power Hour Gym @ Levi 12:30pm - 5:00pm Levi Library 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 "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 22, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm East Shelby Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Event Details: Fiber arts creators come together and work on your current project! Make friend and connections with other artists in the area in a relaxing environment with people who might be ab... This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group. May 22 2025 Thu Sit-N-Stitch Crochet and Knitting Club 3:00pm - 5:00pm East Shelby Library Library Branch: East Shelby Library Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts 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 22, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Meeting Room (CHE) at Cherokee Library Program Type: Language Classes Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors 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 build... Open Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group. May 22 2025 Thu Public Speaking 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning 4:30pm - 5:30pm Cherokee Library Open Library Branch: Cherokee Library Room: Meeting Room (CHE) Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Language Classes Required Seats Remaining: 29 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 "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. Beginning Spanish (Thursday nights currently on hold) Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm Whitehaven Library Program Type: Language Classes Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors 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... 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. May 22 2025 Thu Beginning Spanish (Thursday nights currently on hold) 5:30pm - 6:30pm Whitehaven Library Library Branch: Whitehaven Library Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: 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. 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. Getting Started with Excel 365 Friday, May 23, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm Computer Lab at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Computers and Technology Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: Participants will learn the basic functions available in Microsoft Excel, including:Learn to create, open, and save workbooks Learn to enter values into cells Learn how t... Open Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 23 2025 Fri Getting Started with Excel 365 10:30am - 12:30pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Open Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: Computer Lab Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Computers and Technology Required Seats Remaining: 11 Event Details: Participants will learn the basic functions available in Microsoft Excel, including:
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 23, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Event Details: This class aims to create an immersive and enriching environment through a fusion of art and music healing. Attendees will engage with art and be introduced to the power of certain... Open Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group. May 23 2025 Fri A Symphony of Art, Music & Mindfulness 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning 11:00am - 12:00pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Open Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 26 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 23, 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 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 st... Open Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group. May 23 2025 Fri Basic Conversational Spanish 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning 5:00pm - 6:00pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Open 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: 35 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. Africa Studies in the 901 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library Program Type: Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: Africa in the City is designed to teach members in the Memphis community about the history and culture of various communities in Africa. Food tastings, mini language lessons, and h... Open Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 24 2025 Sat Africa Studies in the 901 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning 10:30am - 11:30am Raleigh Library Open Library Branch: Raleigh Library Room: Meeting Room (RAL) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy Required Seats Remaining: 34 Event Details: Africa in the City is designed to teach members in the Memphis community about the history and culture of various communities in Africa. Food tastings, mini language lessons, and hands-on activities are features of the program.
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. Family Storytime Saturday, May 24, 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. 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. May 24 2025 Sat Family Storytime 11:00am - 11:30am Frayser Library 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.
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 24, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Program Area at Parkway Village Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors 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, inc... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group. May 24 2025 Sat Self Discipline the Key to Having More 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning 11:00am - 12:00pm Parkway Village Library Library Branch: Parkway Village Library Room: Program Area Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 25 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.