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Walk a Mile and Get a Free Book!

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Library Outdoor Grounds (COR) at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Walk a mile and get a free book! We are going to walk from the library entrance, complete the walking path around the Bert Ferguson community center (approx. 1 mile), and retu...

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Library Outdoor Grounds (COR)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Walk a mile and get a free book! We are going to walk from the library entrance, complete the walking path around the Bert Ferguson community center (approx. 1 mile), and return to the library.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Photograph Notice

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black background with text "Back to School Block Party"in yellow red and blue coming bursting through the background

Back-to-School Block Party

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Floor at South Library
Program Type:
Community Information, Neighborhood Events
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Get ready to go back to school with the South Branch! Join us for face painting, balloon animals, Mister Softee ice cream, and more! A limited number of free school supply packs wi...

Library Branch: South Library
Room: Main Floor
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Information, Neighborhood Events
Event Details:

Get ready to go back to school with the South Branch! Join us for face painting, balloon animals, Mister Softee ice cream, and more! A limited number of free school supply packs will also be available. 

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

School Supply Give Away with Omega Psi Phi Poster

School Supply Giveaway with Omega Psi Phi!!

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 11:30am - 2:30pm
Meeting Room (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Neighborhood Events, Nonprofit Assistance
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Event Details:

Join the Sigma Lambda Lambda chapter of Omega Psi Phi and the Orange Mound Library for the annual School Supply Give Away! We will have books and backpacks filled with school suppl...

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: Neighborhood Events, Nonprofit Assistance
Event Details:

Join the Sigma Lambda Lambda chapter of Omega Psi Phi and the Orange Mound Library for the annual School Supply Give Away! We will have books and backpacks filled with school supplies available for any K-12 students in need of supplies.

Eat Smart @ Home

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room (FRA) at Frayser Library
Program Type:
Cooking and Food, Health & Wellness, Home and Garden
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

It's time to eat healthy on a dime! Join UT Extensions and learn valuable skills for enhancing your healthy eating habits, simplifying food preparation, managing food resources eff...

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Library Branch: Frayser Library
Room: Meeting Room (FRA)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cooking and Food, Health & Wellness, Home and Garden
Event Details:

It's time to eat healthy on a dime! Join UT Extensions and learn valuable skills for enhancing your healthy eating habits, simplifying food preparation, managing food resources effectively, and engaging in physical activity.

Special Notes

Photograph Notice

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Two adults using sewing machines at the Cherokee Library.

Cherokee Sewing Club

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (CHE) at Cherokee Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Home and Garden
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Come join the Cherokee Sewing Club!This is a project based sewing class.  You will finish a small sewn item, while learning how to use a sewing machine. Beginners welcome! &nb...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cherokee Library
Room: Meeting Room (CHE)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Home and Garden
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Come join the Cherokee Sewing Club!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Photograph Notice

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Enjoy the art of self-love, through dancing, with Anjel of Alkeme! "The Sacred Embodiment" workshop will be a splendid day of meditation, yoga and fun movements! This class is a part of the Creative Sharing Series and will definitely be an inspiring, refreshing time. If you can, bring a yoga mat for a more comforting experience.

Sacred Embodiment Dance Class

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Enjoy the art of self-love, through dancing, with Anjel of Alkeme! "The Sacred Embodiment" workshop will be a splendid day of meditation, yoga and fun movements! This class is a pa...

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

Enjoy the art of self-love, through dancing, with Anjel of Alkeme! "The Sacred Embodiment" workshop will be a splendid day of meditation, yoga and fun movements!

Dune (Part 2) book cover and movie poster

I Read That Movie @ the Library: DUNE (PART 2) (rescheduled for August 10)

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
L-56 Training Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Movies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

(PLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR AUGUST 10)For July, our "page-to-screen" book club, I Read That Movie @ the Library, continues its 2-month selection, as we will b...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: L-56 Training Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Movies
Event Details:

(PLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR AUGUST 10)

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Movie Days at East Shelby Library

Saturday, July 27, 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!

Electronics and Electricity Seminar

Monday, July 29, 2024 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.

Summer Lunch Programming

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Program Area at Parkway Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, Health & Wellness, Movies, Music, STEAM arts, STEAM stem, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Library Branch: Parkway Village Library
Room: Program Area
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Health & Wellness, Movies, Music, STEAM arts, STEAM stem, Story Times

Towel Ping-Pong @ Levi

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (LEV) at Levi Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Event Details:

We encourage our tweens and teens to come to the Levi Library to partake in a towel ping-pong contest! 

Library Branch: Levi Library
Room: Meeting Room (LEV)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

We encourage our tweens and teens to come to the Levi Library to partake in a towel ping-pong contest! 

Special Notes

Photograph Notice

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Cordova Writing Club

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (COR) at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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
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.

Beginning Spanish

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 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.

Summer Lunch Programming

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Program Area at Parkway Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, Health & Wellness, Movies, Music, STEAM arts, STEAM stem, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Library Branch: Parkway Village Library
Room: Program Area
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Health & Wellness, Movies, Music, STEAM arts, STEAM stem, Story Times
ARTTOGROW

Art to Grow with the Dixon Gallery

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Event Details:

Join us for Art to Grow! An art program provided by Dixon Gallery and Gardens. This program is a painting lesson based on art by Amy Hutcheson, an artist in the Dixon exhibition "M...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room (OM)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Join us for Art to Grow! An art program provided by Dixon Gallery and Gardens. This program is a painting lesson based on art by Amy Hutcheson, an artist in the Dixon exhibition "Memphis 2024". Ages 8-16 are welcome to attend.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Photograph Notice

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Ghibli Movie Screening: Howl's Moving Castle

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Innovation Center at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us for a screening of Studio Ghibli's Howl's Moving Castle in the teen innovation center!

Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Join us for a screening of Studio Ghibli's Howl's Moving Castle in the teen innovation center!

Back in Time: Escape HLWD Spin Street

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Floor at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Welcome to HLWD Spin Street, where the magic comes to life! Step into a world of endless entertainment, where every aisle is a treasure trove of adventures. Books, Music, Movies? C...

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Required
Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Main Floor
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Welcome to HLWD Spin Street, where the magic comes to life! Step into a world of endless entertainment, where every aisle is a treasure trove of adventures. Books, Music, Movies? Come grab 'em all!

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.

chess board

Long Live the King!-Chess Club

Tuesday, July 30, 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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Pickleball 101

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Outdoor Grounds (CEN) at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Games, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us Tuesday evenings for our Pickleball 101 program on our 3 courts in the Benjamin L. Hooks Library parking lot! We have balls and paddles for folks to use, but feel free to b...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Library Outdoor Grounds (CEN)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Join us Tuesday evenings for our Pickleball 101 program on our 3 courts in the Benjamin L. Hooks Library parking lot! We have balls and paddles for folks to use, but feel free to bring your own. Beginners are welcome and encouraged.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

Summer Lunch Programming

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Program Area at Parkway Village Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, Health & Wellness, Movies, Music, STEAM arts, STEAM stem, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Library Branch: Parkway Village Library
Room: Program Area
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Health & Wellness, Movies, Music, STEAM arts, STEAM stem, Story Times

Cinema Showcase - Black in Time: Breakin' (1984)

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, Movies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Looking for an afternoon of cinematic magic? Join us on the last Wednesday of the month from 12 to 2 pm for popcorn and a movie! This summer, we'll honor the rich history and cultu...

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Movies
Event Details:

Looking for an afternoon of cinematic magic? Join us on the last Wednesday of the month from 12 to 2 pm for popcorn and a movie!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Electronics and Electricity Seminar

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
STEAM stem
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Mr. Joseph Oliver, of Bluff City Electronics, will come and educate those in attendance on the basics of electrical and electronic repair; to create an independence and culture of ...

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Meeting Room (HOL)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: STEAM stem
Event Details:

Mr. Joseph Oliver, of Bluff City Electronics, will come and educate those in attendance on the basics of electrical and electronic repair; to create an independence and culture of being able to fix appliances on their own.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

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Arts and Crafts

How to Crochet for Teens!

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Innovation Center at East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Hey, if you're into crochet and want to learn more or improve your skills, come join our fun crochet workshop! This program is perfect for beginners or for those who just need a li...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Hey, if you're into crochet and want to learn more or improve your skills, come join our fun crochet workshop! This program is perfect for beginners or for those who just need a little refresher.

Teen Innovation Center

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Teen Innovation Center at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers and Technology, Cooking and Food, Games, Movies, Music, Neighborhood Events, STEAM stem
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Please join us on Wednesdays for fun and fresh programs. Programs will change weekly. cookingmoviesboard gamesvideo gamesquiet spacecricut and more

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers and Technology, Cooking and Food, Games, Movies, Music, Neighborhood Events, STEAM stem
Event Details:

Please join us on Wednesdays for fun and fresh programs. Programs will change weekly. 

  • cooking
  • movies
  • board games
  • video games
  • quiet space
  • cricut and more

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.