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Paint by Number

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a relaxing evening of painting with Memphis themed Paint by Number kits by "Paint the Town by Numbers". The Memphis paint by number kit has references to the zoo, barbe...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room (OM)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Join us for a relaxing evening of painting with Memphis themed Paint by Number kits by "Paint the Town by Numbers". The Memphis paint by number kit has references to the zoo, barbecue, Mississippi River, and the Tigers!

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.

The Writer's Block

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 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
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.

Arts and Crafts

Sit-N-Stitch Fiber Arts Club

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (ESB) at East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Come join us at the East Shelby Library Branch to work on your current knitting or crochet project with fellow artists in the Memphis area! Make connections with and learn new tric...

Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Meeting Room A (ESB)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come join us at the East Shelby Library Branch to work on your current knitting or crochet project with fellow artists in the Memphis area! Make connections with and learn new tricks and tips from other local artists. 

 

Chess!

Chess!

Thursday, September 19, 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

Color Me A Pirate!

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Floor at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Event Details:

It's time for Hollywood's Pirate Raid week again. We are celebrating with a week full of fun games and activities: Monday, Sept 16th: Pirate 101- Crafts to make a pirate hat a...

Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Main Floor
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Event Details:

It's time for Hollywood's Pirate Raid week again. We are celebrating with a week full of fun games and activities: 

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.

colorful portrait of teen with pink hair

Teen Portrait Photography Workshop

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Video Production Lab at CLOUD901
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Step into the world of portrait photography in this hands-on workshop designed for teens! You'll learn how to use DSLR cameras and professional lighting techniques to create stunni...

Library Branch: CLOUD901
Room: Video Production Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Event Details:

Step into the world of portrait photography in this hands-on workshop designed for teens! You'll learn how to use DSLR cameras and professional lighting techniques to create stunning, elaborate portraits of your peers.

Mini Fume Extractor DIY Project: 1 -2 Day(s) Session

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Performance Stage at CLOUD901
Program Type:
STEAM stem
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Let's complete a DIY mini fume extractor.  Soldering experience required.  A fume extractor helps keep the air clean and healthy while soldering.  This mini DIY fume...

Open
Required
Library Branch: CLOUD901
Room: Performance Stage
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: STEAM stem
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Let's complete a DIY mini fume extractor.  Soldering experience required.  A fume extractor helps keep the air clean and healthy while soldering.

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.

Arts and Crafts

Afterschool Chill Club

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Event Details:

Chill Club at Orange Mound Library is the perfect way to chill out after a long day at school.  Enjoy a snack and choose how you'd like to spend your time. We will have an art...

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room (OM)
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, STEAM arts
Event Details:

Chill Club at Orange Mound Library is the perfect way to chill out after a long day at school.  Enjoy a snack and choose how you'd like to spend your time.

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.

CLOUD901 Smash Bros Tournament

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Gaming Zone at CLOUD901
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

CLOUD901 will host a Smash Brothers Tournament for teens 13-18. Registration required.Capacity: 15 registered participants. Waitlist available.The tournament starts at 4:30 PM. If ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: CLOUD901
Room: Gaming Zone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

CLOUD901 will host a Smash Brothers Tournament for teens 13-18. Registration required.

Capacity: 15 registered participants. Waitlist available.

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.

Techy Seniors - Smart Phone Basics

Friday, September 20, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
L-56 Training Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Techy Seniors – Phone BasicsLearn the basic functions of smart phones and tablets. Participants will explore settings, and learn the following basic functions:Connect to wi-fiBrows...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: L-56 Training Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Techy Seniors – Phone Basics

Learn the basic functions of smart phones and tablets. Participants will explore settings, and learn the following basic functions:

Pirates Raid Scavenger Hunt!

Friday, September 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Whitehaven Library
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Event Details:

Ahoy Mateys!       Come visit the magical island of Whitehaven Library as we scavenge for hidden library gems. The first team to collect all items on the treasu...

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Event Details:

Ahoy Mateys! 

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.

Gimme 5

Friday, September 20, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us to create a cardboard robotic hand and put it to the test in a fun series of challenges!

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAN)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Event Details:

Join us to create a cardboard robotic hand and put it to the test in a fun series of 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.

Buried Treasure

Friday, September 20, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Floor at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Event Details:

It's time for Hollywood's Pirate Raid week again. We are celebrating with a week full of fun games and activities: Monday, Sept 16th: Pirate 101- Crafts to make a pirate hat a...

Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Main Floor
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Story Times
Event Details:

It's time for Hollywood's Pirate Raid week again. We are celebrating with a week full of fun games and activities: 

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.

Immerse yourself in an intuitive writing and open mic session! Led by recording artist, D.A.D., this class is a part of the Creative Sharing series. Come ready to express yourself and learn something new!

SPELL YO RHYMES !

Friday, September 20, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Literature Classes, Music
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Immerse yourself in an intuitive writing and open mic session! Led by recording artist, D.A.D., this class is a part of the Creative Sharing series. Come ready to express yourself ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAL)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Literature Classes, Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:

Immerse yourself in an intuitive writing and open mic session! Led by recording artist, D.A.D., this class is a part of the Creative Sharing series. Come ready to express yourself and learn something new! 

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Stock Market 101

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Personal Finance
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

This program will teach you the ins and outs of investing in the stock market! There will be food and free giveaways, and anyone who participates will get a free $5 share of stock ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAL)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Personal Finance
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

This program will teach you the ins and outs of investing in the stock market! There will be food and free giveaways, and anyone who participates will get a free $5 share of stock to get you started on your investment journey. 

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.

Walk a Mile and Get a Free Book!

Saturday, September 21, 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

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.

Teen girl sewing on a sewing machine at the Cherokee Library.

Cherokee Sewing Club

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:45am
Meeting Room (CHE) at Cherokee Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Home and Garden
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Come join the Cherokee Library Sewing Club!This is a small, project based sewing class, aimed at beginners and people just learning to sew, although more experienced sewers will ha...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cherokee Library
Room: Meeting Room (CHE)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Home and Garden
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Come join the Cherokee Library Sewing Club!

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.

Hobbit Birthday Party

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Celebrate the Hobbits Birthday with us at Randolph! Come prepared for trivia, crafts, food and more! The best dressed hobbit will even win a prize! 

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAN)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Celebrate the Hobbits Birthday with us at Randolph! Come prepared for trivia, crafts, food and more! The best dressed hobbit will even win a prize! 

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Student Success Strategies LLC logo green grey background with white letters.

Study Skills and Note Taking Class

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room C (ESB) at East Shelby Library
Program Type:
College Preparation, Job and Career, Literacy Instruction
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Students! Is taking notes and studying a challenge for you? That's natural and okay. If you'd love to improve your skills in note taking and studying, come to this event to see how...

Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Meeting Room C (ESB)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: College Preparation, Job and Career, Literacy Instruction
Event Details:

Students! Is taking notes and studying a challenge for you? That's natural and okay. If you'd love to improve your skills in note taking and studying, come to this event to see how.

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.

Fantasy Faire

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 4:00pm
Library Outdoor Grounds (COR) at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Author Events, Neighborhood Events, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a celebration of all things fantasy at the Cordova Library, featuring a special fantasy-themed Storytime, local artists and vendors, demonstrations by Memphis Armored F...

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Library Outdoor Grounds (COR)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Author Events, Neighborhood Events, Story Times
Event Details:

Join us for a celebration of all things fantasy at the Cordova Library, featuring a special fantasy-themed Storytime, local artists and vendors, demonstrations by Memphis Armored Fight Club, a costume contest, crafts, games, and more!

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

Hip Hop Gen X: Class Reunion flyer.

Hip-Hop Gen X: Class Reunion

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Music, Neighborhood Events, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Are you a DJ, MC, producer, or other artist who contributed to the original sound of Memphis hip hop from the 1980s-2000s? If so, the Orange Mound Library is honoring you September...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room (OM)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Music, Neighborhood Events, STEAM arts
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Are you a DJ, MC, producer, or other artist who contributed to the original sound of Memphis hip hop from the 1980s-2000s? If so, the Orange Mound Library is honoring you September 21 from 1-4pm.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Otaku Oasis: Anime / Manga Book Club

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Area (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Cultural Awareness
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Are you a fan of the classics like Astro Boy and Speed Racer? Maybe the Golden Age of the 80s and 90s like Voltron and Dragon Ball Z are more your vibe! Or you may be a part of the...

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Teen Area (OM)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Cultural Awareness
Event Details:

Are you a fan of the classics like Astro Boy and Speed Racer? Maybe the Golden Age of the 80s and 90s like Voltron and Dragon Ball Z are more your vibe! Or you may be a part of the new school era of shonen with Naruto and My Hero Academia.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Movie Days at East Shelby Library

Saturday, September 21, 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, September 23, 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.