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Eggs, Bunnies, and Easter Story Time

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Cherokee Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4)

Come to Cherokee for a bunny, egg and Easter themed story time.  Songs, craft, fingerplays and stories!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cherokee Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4)
Program Type: Story Times
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come to Cherokee for a bunny, egg and Easter themed story time.  Songs, craft, fingerplays and stories!

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Preschool Story Time

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Area (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4)

Join us for a fun-filled story time, for ages 3-5. 

Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Children's Area (RAL)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4)
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled story time, for ages 3-5. 

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

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Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

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Sensory Storytime

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7)

Join us on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 at Randolph Library for Sensory Storytime! Sensory storytime is a welcoming, interactive environment designed for special sensory seeking children with autism or other sensory integration.

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAN)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7)
Program Type: Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Event Details:

Join us on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 at Randolph Library for Sensory Storytime! Sensory storytime is a welcoming, interactive environment designed for special sensory seeking children with autism or other sensory integration.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

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Photograph Notice

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Storytime

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Cordova Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4)

Come to the Cordova Branch Library for Storytime.  Share stories and songs and crafts.

This week's theme - The Circus is in town

No registration is needed.

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4)
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

Come to the Cordova Branch Library for Storytime.  Share stories and songs and crafts.

This week's theme - The Circus is in town

No registration is needed.

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group
This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group

Sensory Storytime

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Sensory Storytime is a welcoming interactive environment designed for sensory seeking children with autism or other sensory integration challenges.

This event is limited to the first 30 children. Please arrive early to secure your spot!

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

Sensory Storytime is a welcoming interactive environment designed for sensory seeking children with autism or other sensory integration challenges.

This event is limited to the first 30 children. Please arrive early to secure your spot!

Special Notes

Photograph Notice

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This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group

Toddler/Preschool Story Time!

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Music, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7)

Join us at OGR Library at the corner of Poplar and White Station for stories, songs, movement, and more! 

Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Music, Story Times
Event Details:

Join us at OGR Library at the corner of Poplar and White Station for stories, songs, movement, and more! 

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group
This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" 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

Freebie Fridays

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Connect Crew
Program Type:
Community Information, Library Support, Literacy Instruction, Outreach Event
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Connect Crew will be present to share free books and library resources for the students and residents in the Whitehaven community! This event will occur in the parking lot next to Brown Baptist, near the Southland Mall.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Connect Crew
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Community Information, Library Support, Literacy Instruction, Outreach Event
Event Details:

Connect Crew will be present to share free books and library resources for the students and residents in the Whitehaven community! This event will occur in the parking lot next to Brown Baptist, near the Southland Mall.

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group

🦋Story Times @ Hollywood 🦋

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4)

📚✨ Join Us for Storytime at Hollywood! Spark your child’s imagination with stories and crafts! 🎶📖 Whether you're a regular or it's your first visit, everyone is welcome to come share the magic of stories!

Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Meeting Room (HOL)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4)
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

📚✨ Join Us for Storytime at Hollywood! Spark your child’s imagination with stories and crafts! 🎶📖 Whether you're a regular or it's your first visit, everyone is welcome to come share the magic of stories!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

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Photograph Notice

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This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group
This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Kid's Entrepreneur Fair Business Skills Development Session 2

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Business Assistance
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens

This session will cover a Vision to Plan. 

Kids will get an opportunity to learn how to create a plan for their business. Keeping it fun, clear, and inspiring. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Business Assistance
Registration Required
Event Details:

This session will cover a Vision to Plan. 

Kids will get an opportunity to learn how to create a plan for their business. Keeping it fun, clear, and inspiring. 

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group
This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" 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

Five Fridays of Jazz

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lobby Stage at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Five Fridays of Jazz is sponsored by the Memphis Library Foundation and presented in conjunction with the Overton Park Shell and Shell on Wheels.

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Lobby Stage
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

Five Fridays of Jazz is sponsored by the Memphis Library Foundation and presented in conjunction with the Overton Park Shell and Shell on Wheels.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group
This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" 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

Embracing Autism

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Area (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Community Information, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults

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
Registration Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Children's Area (RAL)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Information, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
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.

Friends of the Library logo

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

Photograph Notice

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This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group
This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" 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

Cossitt Beat Lab

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Cossitt Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology, Music, Nonprofit Assistance, Outreach Event, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Participants will learn: Drum programming fundamentals, groove and tempo selection, basic chord progressions, bassline writing, arrangement (intro/verse/hook/bridge), and exporting files for collaboration.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Music, Nonprofit Assistance, Outreach Event, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Registration Required
Event Details:

Participants will learn: Drum programming fundamentals, groove and tempo selection, basic chord progressions, bassline writing, arrangement (intro/verse/hook/bridge), and exporting files for collaboration.

Special Notes

Photograph Notice

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This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group
This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group

Mermaid Day!

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Story Time Room at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Come to the Cordova Branch Library for Mermaid Day!  Meet the Memphis Mermaids.  Share stories and make a magical mermaid craft to take home.

For all ages and no registration is needed.

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Event Details:

Come to the Cordova Branch Library for Mermaid Day!  Meet the Memphis Mermaids.  Share stories and make a magical mermaid craft to take home.

For all ages and no registration is needed.

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group
This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group

Memphis Zoo Storytime

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Connect Crew
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Come and join us while we meet new animal friends and read fun stories! This program will take place at the Benjamin Hooks Library (children's department). We hope to see you there!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Connect Crew
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

Come and join us while we meet new animal friends and read fun stories! This program will take place at the Benjamin Hooks Library (children's department). We hope to see you there!

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group
This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" 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

Tennessee Shakespeare Company Presents: Romeo and Juliet

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Innovation Center at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Community Information, Neighborhood Events, Theater
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Romeo and Juliet begins with a feud so old that no one remembers its cause, yet its violence demands a terrible price.

Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Community Information, Neighborhood Events, Theater
Event Details:

Romeo and Juliet begins with a feud so old that no one remembers its cause, yet its violence demands a terrible price.

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 "Children (Age 0-4)" group
This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" 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

Let's Celebrate! East Shelby Branch Anniversary

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Information, History/Genealogy, Neighborhood Events
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Join us as we celebrate our 27th anniversary! 

There will a group of resource tables of various community partners.

Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Information, History/Genealogy, Neighborhood Events
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate our 27th anniversary! 

There will a group of resource tables of various community partners.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo

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 0-4)" group
This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group

Saturday at the Movies

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B (FRA) at Frayser Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Join us on Saturday at the Frayser branch library to view a movie for all the family to enjoy!  Refreshments will be served.  Children 12 years of age and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.  

Library Branch: Frayser Library
Room: Meeting Room B (FRA)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Join us on Saturday at the Frayser branch library to view a movie for all the family to enjoy!  Refreshments will be served.  Children 12 years of age and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.  

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo

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 0-4)" group
This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group

South Branch Storytime

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Area at South Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7)

Children will enjoy an interactive and engaging storytime that is sure to keep them wanting more! With a focus on early literacy skills, each storytime will include a read-aloud of 2-3 books, songs/rhymes, and a craft!

Library Branch: South Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Event Details:

Children will enjoy an interactive and engaging storytime that is sure to keep them wanting more! With a focus on early literacy skills, each storytime will include a read-aloud of 2-3 books, songs/rhymes, and a craft!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo

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 0-4)" group
This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group

Take-and-Make Craft

All Day
Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

See what you can create with our weekly take-home kits. Available in the children's section while supplies last.

Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Event Details:

See what you can create with our weekly take-home kits. Available in the children's section while supplies last.

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group

Preschool Storytime

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4)

Preschoolers will enjoy an interactive and engaging storytime that is sure to keep them wanting more! Each storytime will include a read-aloud of 2-3 books, movement activities, and more!

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Event Details:

Preschoolers will enjoy an interactive and engaging storytime that is sure to keep them wanting more! Each storytime will include a read-aloud of 2-3 books, movement activities, and more!

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 "Children (Age 0-4)" group

Toddler Storytime

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Floor at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4)

Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to join us for Toddler Storytime at Randolph Library on Mondays at 10:30. We will read stories, sing, enjoy bubble time, and do a craft!

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Main Floor
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Event Details:

Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to join us for Toddler Storytime at Randolph Library on Mondays at 10:30. We will read stories, sing, enjoy bubble time, and do a craft!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

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This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group

Baby Story Time

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Area (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4)

Join us for a fun-filled story time, for ages 0-2.

Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Children's Area (RAL)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4)
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled story time, for ages 0-2.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo
This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group

It's Story Time at Whitehaven Library (Children's Story Hour)

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Story Time Room at Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4)

Whitehaven Library presents digital story time hour. Children ages 0-5 will enjoy an hour long digital story time every Monday in the Discover Read area. 

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4)
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

Whitehaven Library presents digital story time hour. Children ages 0-5 will enjoy an hour long digital story time every Monday in the Discover Read area. 

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group
This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group

Family Storytime

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB) at East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7)

Bring the family to storytime to explore stories and facts, shake your sillies out, sing and rhyme together, and more! 

This storytime occurs on Mondays at 11:00 a.m.

Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7)
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

Bring the family to storytime to explore stories and facts, shake your sillies out, sing and rhyme together, and more! 

This storytime occurs on Mondays at 11:00 a.m.

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.