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Crafternoon

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Kids can come to their Randolph Branch Library after school on Mondays and utilize their creativity with craft making!

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAN)
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Event Details:

Kids can come to their Randolph Branch Library after school on Mondays and utilize their creativity with craft making!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Photograph Notice

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Story Time

Story Time

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Area (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Event Details:

Gather around and enjoy a good story followed by a crafting activity. 

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Children's Area (OM)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

Gather around and enjoy a good story followed by a crafting activity. 

Tween Zone

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 3:45pm - 4:30pm
Children's Department at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Cooking and Food, Cultural Awareness
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Come check out these international snacks from Korea and compete to see who knows the most K-Pop heartthrobs. 

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Cooking and Food, Cultural Awareness
Event Details:

Come check out these international snacks from Korea and compete to see who knows the most K-Pop heartthrobs. 

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.

chess board

Long Live the King!-Chess Club

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lobby at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
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 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
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

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Stories Around the Campfire

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Teen Innovation Center at Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness, Poetry and Writing
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Join us at the library for a campfire story night. Create your own creepy tales, explore spine-chilling folk horror from around the world, and discover where these legends pop up i...

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness, Poetry and Writing
Event Details:

Join us at the library for a campfire story night. Create your own creepy tales, explore spine-chilling folk horror from around the world, and discover where these legends pop up in movies, video games, and books!

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

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Read to the Dog

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Area (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Do you love reading? Do you love dogs? Join us and experience both by reading a book to Lovie, the library therapy dog! Lovie loves books, so please join us and have fun reading to...

Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Children's Area (RAL)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Do you love reading? Do you love dogs? Join us and experience both by reading a book to Lovie, the library therapy dog! Lovie loves books, so please join us and have fun reading to Lovie.

Daylight Trick or Treating

Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Holidays, Neighborhood Events
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Event Details:

It's the spooky season! And before many of the nightly festivities get started this Halloween, we here at the Orange Mound Library would love to do something for the kids and tots ...

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room (OM)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Holidays, Neighborhood Events
Event Details:

It's the spooky season! And before many of the nightly festivities get started this Halloween, we here at the Orange Mound Library would love to do something for the kids and tots so they can enjoy a fun and safe trick-or-treating experience!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Chess!

Chess!

Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Innovation Center at South Library
Program Type:
Games, STEAM stem
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Library Branch: South Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Games, STEAM stem
"Happy halloween" written in yellow and orange with a pumpkin and bats above and a spider web below. All on a purple background

Nightmare on 3rd Street Halloween Bash

Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Floor at South Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Holidays
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Join the South Branch for our annual Halloween celebration! There will be candy, games, candy, crafts, and did we mention candy?! Stop by the South Branch dressed in your favorite ...

Library Branch: South Library
Room: Main Floor
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holidays
Event Details:

Join the South Branch for our annual Halloween celebration! There will be candy, games, candy, crafts, and did we mention candy?! Stop by the South Branch dressed in your favorite Halloween costume for this fun and spooky event!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Photograph Notice

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Booooks With Friends!

Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Department at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Holidays
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

it's spooky season Library Friends! Kids 12and under, stop by the library for trick ortreats, book giveaways and take homeactivities! There will also be a spine-tinglingstorytime. ...

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Holidays
Event Details:

it's spooky season Library Friends! Kids 12
and under, stop by the library for trick or
treats, book giveaways and take home
activities! There will also be a spine-tingling
storytime. Don't forget your costume!

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.

pinecone bird feeder

Feathered Friends Fall Craft Kit

All Day
Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Home and Garden
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Throughout the month of November, stop by the Orange Mound Library to pick up your take-home kit and create a pinecone bird feeder! Each kit includes a pinecone, peanut butter, and...

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Home and Garden
Event Details:

Throughout the month of November, stop by the Orange Mound Library to pick up your take-home kit and create a pinecone bird feeder!

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.

Sensory Storytime

Friday, November 1, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Children's Program Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

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

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.

Kings + Queens of the Board (Board Game Club)

Friday, November 1, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Are you a chess master, a checkers traditionalist, or maybe dominos and backgammon are more your style. Whatever you love to play and no matter your skill levels everyone is welcom...

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room (OM)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Are you a chess master, a checkers traditionalist, or maybe dominos and backgammon are more your style. Whatever you love to play and no matter your skill levels everyone is welcomed here at "The Board".

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Three of the book club members!

Tween Book Club: Chat & Chew

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB) at East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Tweens, join us in a page turning of new and exciting books just for you!

Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Tweens, join us in a page turning of new and exciting books just for you!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Photograph Notice

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Movie Days at East Shelby Library

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us at the East Shelby Library for a movie day every other Saturday from 3-5 PM. What adventures will you experience that day? You'll have to come see the movie to find out!Mov...

Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Join us at the East Shelby Library for a movie day every other Saturday from 3-5 PM. What adventures will you experience that day? You'll have to come see the movie to find out!

Family Storytime

Monday, November 4, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB) at East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
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.East Shelb...

Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
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.

Cultures in the Haven: Australia Part 2

Monday, November 4, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Innovation Center at Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, Games, Travel
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Event Details:

Let's explore and learn about Australian culture through games, snacks, and life stories with Mark Riddle.

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Games, Travel
Event Details:

Let's explore and learn about Australian culture through games, snacks, and life stories with Mark Riddle.

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.

REad to the Dog!

Monday, November 4, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Story Time Room at Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM stem, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Event Details:

Join us at the Whitehaven Branch Library as we share great stories and crafts with therapy dog Lovie!

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM stem, Story Times
Event Details:

Join us at the Whitehaven Branch Library as we share great stories and crafts with therapy dog Lovie!

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.

Ready, Set, Read! with WKNO's Teacher Teacher

Monday, November 4, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Area (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Join us for a book adventure with WKNO's Teacher Teacher!

Open
Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Children's Area (RAL)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Required
Seats Remaining: 38
Event Details:

Join us for a book adventure with WKNO's Teacher Teacher!

Story Time

Story Time

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Area (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Event Details:

Gather around and enjoy a good story followed by a crafting activity. 

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Children's Area (OM)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

Gather around and enjoy a good story followed by a crafting activity. 

Memphis Zoo Storytime

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Connect Crew
Program Type:
Outreach Event, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Connect Crew will be hosting a family storytime event at the Memphis Zoo! The storytime and animal meet & greet program will be held at the Wild Encounter location. The storyti...

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

Connect Crew will be hosting a family storytime event at the Memphis Zoo! The storytime and animal meet & greet program will be held at the Wild Encounter location. The storytime event will occur during the zoo's Free TN Tuesday hours.

chess board

Long Live the King!-Chess Club

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lobby at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
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 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
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.

Porter Street Barbershop Storytime

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Connect Crew
Program Type:
Outreach Event, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Connect Crew will offer storytime to children while they wait to get their haircut. We will have several exciting stories to share! This program is in partnership with B.L.O.C. Squ...

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

Connect Crew will offer storytime to children while they wait to get their haircut. We will have several exciting stories to share! This program is in partnership with B.L.O.C. Squad Memphis Better Lives Opportunity Community.

band

Paul Brock Band performance at the Cordova Library

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cordova Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Please join us at the Cordova library for a live performance from the award winning Paul Brock Band!Paul Brock has recorded numerous highly acclaimed albums, including Green Grass ...

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

Please join us at the Cordova library for a live performance from the award winning Paul Brock Band!

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.