This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Techy Seniors - Smart Phone Basics Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm L-56 Training Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Computers and Technology Age Group: Teens, Adults Techy Seniors – Phone BasicsLearn the basic functions of smart phones and tablets. Participants will explore settings, and learn the following basic functions: Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 17 2026 Fri Techy Seniors - Smart Phone Basics 10:30am–12:30pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Open Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: L-56 Training Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Computers and Technology Registration Required Event Details: Techy Seniors – Phone BasicsLearn the basic functions of smart phones and tablets. Participants will explore settings, and learn the following basic functions:
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 Chess Club @ OGR Friday, April 17, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm Meeting Room (OGR) at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Program Type: Games Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Join us for two-hours of casual chess. Players of all levels and ages welcome. Participation is first come, first served as space allows. View Details 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 Apr 17 2026 Fri Chess Club @ OGR 2:30pm–4:30pm Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Room: Meeting Room (OGR) Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Games Event Details: Join us for two-hours of casual chess. Players of all levels and ages welcome. Participation is first come, first served as space allows. 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 Walk a Mile and Get a Free Book! Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Library Outdoor Grounds (COR) at Cordova Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Walk a Mile and Get a Free Book! 10:00am–11:00am Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library Room: Library Outdoor Grounds (COR) Age Group: 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Spanish for Beginners Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Teen Innovation Center at Cordova Library Program Type: Language Classes Age Group: Adults Learn Spanish for free in this beginner-friendly class for adults! Instructional materials provided at the start of every class. No registration needed. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Spanish for Beginners 1:00pm–2:00pm Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library Room: Teen Innovation Center Age Group: Adults Program Type: Language Classes Event Details: Learn Spanish for free in this beginner-friendly class for adults! Instructional materials provided at the start of every class. No registration needed. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group East Shelby Library: Computer Classes Monday, April 20, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Meeting Room A (ESB) at East Shelby Library Program Type: Computers and Technology Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Apr 20 2026 Mon East Shelby Library: Computer Classes 3:00pm–4:00pm East Shelby Library Library Branch: East Shelby Library Room: Meeting Room A (ESB) Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Computers and Technology
This event is in the "Adults" group Cordova Writing Club Monday, April 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm Meeting Room (COR) at Cordova Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Cordova Writing Club 4:00pm–5:30pm Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library Room: Meeting Room (COR) Age Group: 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. Special Notes Friends of the Library This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.
This event is in the "Adults" group Third Tuesday Book Club Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm Meeting Room (COR) at Cordova Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Third Tuesday Book Club 12:00pm–2:00pm Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library Room: Meeting Room (COR) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Seed Library Presents: Colorcopia Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm L-56 Training Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gardening Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Join us every third Tuesday of the month for art inspired by nature! Learn about what's growing at the Dixon while getting creative with ever-changing seasonally inspired crafts! No experience with art necessary; all supplies provided! Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Seed Library Presents: Colorcopia 1:00pm–2:00pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Open Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: L-56 Training Room Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gardening Registration Required Event Details: Join us every third Tuesday of the month for art inspired by nature! Learn about what's growing at the Dixon while getting creative with ever-changing seasonally inspired crafts! No experience with art necessary; all supplies provided! 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 "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 Genealogy Assistance Tuesdays with Skyler! Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Genealogy Room (OM) at Orange Mound Library Program Type: Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Neighborhood Events Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Have questions about genealogy? Wondering how to find that long-lost ancestor? Just getting started on your family history research journey? Have no fear...Genealogy Assistance Tuesdays are here! View Details 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 Apr 21 2026 Tue Genealogy Assistance Tuesdays with Skyler! 1:00pm–3:00pm Orange Mound Library Library Branch: Orange Mound Library Room: Genealogy Room (OM) Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Neighborhood Events Event Details: Have questions about genealogy? Wondering how to find that long-lost ancestor? Just getting started on your family history research journey? Have no fear...Genealogy Assistance Tuesdays are here!
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Genealogy Assistance with Skyler and Van! Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm Genealogy Room (OM) at Orange Mound Library Program Type: Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Need help getting started with your genealogical research? Can't seem to place great-grandmother on the family tree? The Orange Mound Genealogy Center staff are here to help! Cancelled View Details This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Apr 22 2026 Wed Cancelled Genealogy Assistance with Skyler and Van! 11:00am–1:00pm Orange Mound Library Library Branch: Orange Mound Library Room: Genealogy Room (OM) Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy Event Details: Need help getting started with your genealogical research? Can't seem to place great-grandmother on the family tree? The Orange Mound Genealogy Center staff are here to help!
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Notary Services Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm 3rd Floor Reading Area - Walnut Grove Side at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Legal Assistance Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Memphis Public Libraries provides free notary services to the public during drop-in hours: WEDNESDAYS from Noon – 2 PM at the Central Library in the Business & Sciences Department on the 3rd floor. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Apr 22 2026 Wed Notary Services 12:00pm–2:00pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: 3rd Floor Reading Area - Walnut Grove Side Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Legal Assistance Event Details: Memphis Public Libraries provides free notary services to the public during drop-in hours: WEDNESDAYS from Noon – 2 PM at the Central Library in the Business & Sciences Department on the 3rd floor. 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 The Writer's Block Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Connect Crew Program Type: Outreach Event, Poetry and Writing Age Group: Teens, Adults 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. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 22 2026 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Getting Started with Microsoft Excel Friday, April 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm 2nd Floor Reading Area at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Computers and Technology Age Group: Teens, Adults Participants will learn the basic functions available in Microsoft Excel, including: Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 24 2026 Fri Getting Started with Microsoft Excel 10:30am–12:30pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Open Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: 2nd Floor Reading Area Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Computers and Technology Registration Required Event Details: Participants will learn the basic functions available in Microsoft Excel, including:
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 Chess Club @ OGR Friday, April 24, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm Meeting Room (OGR) at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Program Type: Games Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Join us for two-hours of casual chess. Players of all levels and ages welcome. Participation is first come, first served as space allows. View Details 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 Apr 24 2026 Fri Chess Club @ OGR 2:30pm–4:30pm Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Room: Meeting Room (OGR) Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Games Event Details: Join us for two-hours of casual chess. Players of all levels and ages welcome. Participation is first come, first served as space allows. 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 0-5)" 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 Embracing Autism Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Children's Area (RAL) at Raleigh Library Program Type: Community Information, Health & Wellness Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), 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 Register Now Registration Required 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 Apr 25 2026 Sat Embracing Autism 10:00am–11:00am Raleigh Library Open Library Branch: Raleigh Library Room: Children's Area (RAL) Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), 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. 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 Bookish Book Club Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Meeting Room (OGR) at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults A book club for anyone who gets their book recommendations specifically online - Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, wherever. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 25 2026 Sat Bookish Book Club 3:00pm–4:00pm Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Room: Meeting Room (OGR) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: A book club for anyone who gets their book recommendations specifically online - Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, wherever.
This event is in the "Adults" group Gadget Lab Monday, April 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Lobby at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Computers and Technology Age Group: Adults Bring your tablet, laptop, or smart device and receive one-on-one technical assistance in accessing the Library’s digital services. This is not a formal class and customers receive assistance on a first-come first-served basis. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 27 2026 Mon Gadget Lab 10:00am–12:00pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: Lobby Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers and Technology Event Details: Bring your tablet, laptop, or smart device and receive one-on-one technical assistance in accessing the Library’s digital services. This is not a formal class and customers receive assistance on a first-come first-served basis.
This event is in the "Adults" group Cordova Writing Club Monday, April 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm Meeting Room (COR) at Cordova Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 27 2026 Mon Cordova Writing Club 4:00pm–5:30pm Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library Room: Meeting Room (COR) Age Group: 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. Special Notes Friends of the Library This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.
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 Genealogy Assistance Tuesdays with Skyler! Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Genealogy Room (OM) at Orange Mound Library Program Type: Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Neighborhood Events Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Have questions about genealogy? Wondering how to find that long-lost ancestor? Just getting started on your family history research journey? Have no fear...Genealogy Assistance Tuesdays are here! View Details 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 Apr 28 2026 Tue Genealogy Assistance Tuesdays with Skyler! 1:00pm–3:00pm Orange Mound Library Library Branch: Orange Mound Library Room: Genealogy Room (OM) Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Neighborhood Events Event Details: Have questions about genealogy? Wondering how to find that long-lost ancestor? Just getting started on your family history research journey? Have no fear...Genealogy Assistance Tuesdays are here!
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Notary Services Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm 3rd Floor Reading Area - Walnut Grove Side at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Legal Assistance Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Memphis Public Libraries provides free notary services to the public during drop-in hours: WEDNESDAYS from Noon – 2 PM at the Central Library in the Business & Sciences Department on the 3rd floor. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Apr 29 2026 Wed Notary Services 12:00pm–2:00pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: 3rd Floor Reading Area - Walnut Grove Side Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Legal Assistance Event Details: Memphis Public Libraries provides free notary services to the public during drop-in hours: WEDNESDAYS from Noon – 2 PM at the Central Library in the Business & Sciences Department on the 3rd floor. 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 The Writer's Block Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Connect Crew Program Type: Outreach Event, Poetry and Writing Age Group: Teens, Adults 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. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 29 2026 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 SCORE: Small Business Help Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm Meeting Rooms (CEN) at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Business Assistance Age Group: Adults SCORE offers small business assistance through seminars hosted at the Memphis Public Library. They also provide one-on-one mentorship for those looking to start a small business. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 30 2026 Thu SCORE: Small Business Help 6:00pm–7:15pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: Meeting Rooms (CEN) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Business Assistance Event Details: SCORE offers small business assistance through seminars hosted at the Memphis Public Library. They also provide one-on-one mentorship for those looking to start a small business. 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 Computer Basics with Windows 11 Friday, May 1, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm 2nd Floor Reading Area at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Computers and Technology Age Group: Teens, Adults Join us for Computer Basics with Microsoft Windows 11. This operating system for Windows offers a array of enhancements and functionality in an easy to use interface. The training teaches the most basic skills needed to operate a Libra Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 1 2026 Fri Computer Basics with Windows 11 10:30am–12:30pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Open Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: 2nd Floor Reading Area Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Computers and Technology Registration Required Event Details: Join us for Computer Basics with Microsoft Windows 11. This operating system for Windows offers a array of enhancements and functionality in an easy to use interface. The training teaches the most basic skills needed to operate a Libra
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 Chess Club @ OGR Friday, May 1, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm Meeting Room (OGR) at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Program Type: Games Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Join us for two-hours of casual chess. Players of all levels and ages welcome. Participation is first come, first served as space allows. View Details 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 1 2026 Fri Chess Club @ OGR 2:30pm–4:30pm Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Room: Meeting Room (OGR) Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Games Event Details: Join us for two-hours of casual chess. Players of all levels and ages welcome. Participation is first come, first served as space allows. 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.