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Raleigh Reads Book Club

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for the Raleigh Reads book club! We will meet on the 3rd Tuesday of the month to discuss books as a group. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAL)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for the Raleigh Reads book club! We will meet on the 3rd Tuesday of the month to discuss books as a group. 

Special Notes

Photograph Notice

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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crash Course: HBCU Key Reads

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Literacy Instruction, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

 Join us for a pre-college crash course in seminal black literature! All materials will be provided. No pre-reading or prior knowledge required. 

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Literacy Instruction, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Event Details:

 Join us for a pre-college crash course in seminal black literature! All materials will be provided. No pre-reading or prior knowledge required. 

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.

Easy Step-By-Step Computer Class

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Come out and learn the basics of computer literacy, which will include one hour of a basic curriculum and one hour of answering technology related questions with your phone, tablet, or laptop.

Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Meeting Room (HOL)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Event Details:

Come out and learn the basics of computer literacy, which will include one hour of a basic curriculum and one hour of answering technology related questions with your phone, tablet, or laptop.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Line Dancing for Beginners

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Come out, enjoy and have fun learning our basic line dancing steps at a slower pace. This class is more instructional and repetitive. This class is cardio-driven and more about movement than technique.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come out, enjoy and have fun learning our basic line dancing steps at a slower pace. This class is more instructional and repetitive. This class is cardio-driven and more about movement than technique.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Power Hour Gym @ Levi

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 12:30pm - 5:00pm
Levi Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Looking for a way to set healthy goals or start an exercise routine? Join us at Levi as we move and groove with modern, easy to use equipment. Your choice, Your Pace!


 

Library Branch: Levi Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Looking for a way to set healthy goals or start an exercise routine? Join us at Levi as we move and groove with modern, easy to use equipment. Your choice, Your Pace!


 

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Virtual Vacation: Destinations Around the World

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
Travel
Age Group:
Adults

Come and explore a travel destination from around the world, whether that be in the United States or globally. You don't want to miss this event. Fellowship, conversation, and exposure to new and exciting places!

Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Meeting Room (HOL)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Travel
Event Details:

Come and explore a travel destination from around the world, whether that be in the United States or globally. You don't want to miss this event. Fellowship, conversation, and exposure to new and exciting places!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Eating Smart with UT Extension

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room (NOR) at North Library
Program Type:
Cooking and Food, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Enjoy learning how to prepare a quick healthy meal or dish on the run.

Library Branch: North Library
Room: Meeting Room (NOR)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking and Food, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Enjoy learning how to prepare a quick healthy meal or dish on the run.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Free Tech Support at the Library (available in four languages)

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Cordova Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Need help with your phone, laptop, tablet, email, photos, videos, etc.? Come to the library for free one on-one tech support!

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Event Details:

Need help with your phone, laptop, tablet, email, photos, videos, etc.? Come to the library for free one on-one tech support!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Learn To Speak English

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (COR) at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Citizenship/ESL
Age Group:
Adults

Learn to speak English in this intermediate class.

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Meeting Room (COR)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Citizenship/ESL
Event Details:

Learn to speak English in this intermediate class.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Night Café

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Cooking and Food, Neighborhood Events
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Welcome to the Night Cafe!

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAN)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Cooking and Food, Neighborhood Events
Event Details:

Welcome to the Night Cafe!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Adult Author Workshop with Carnegie Writers

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Cossitt Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Join this incredible opportunity for writers of all levels to hone their skills in this writing workshop series with Carnegie Writers! Practice different writing styles, prose, and more while collaborating with fellow writers in activities.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join this incredible opportunity for writers of all levels to hone their skills in this writing workshop series with Carnegie Writers! Practice different writing styles, prose, and more while collaborating with fellow writers in activities.

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Writer's Block

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 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.

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Sit-N-Stitch Crochet and Knitting Club

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Fiber arts creators come together and work on your current project!

Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Event Details:

Fiber arts creators come together and work on your current project!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Coffee and Conversations

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (COR) at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Citizenship/ESL
Age Group:
Adults

Build English skills in a relaxed, friendly environment, meet other English learners, and practice speaking and listening skills in small groups.

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Meeting Room (COR)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Citizenship/ESL
Event Details:

Build English skills in a relaxed, friendly environment, meet other English learners, and practice speaking and listening skills in small groups.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Techy Seniors - Smart Phone Basics

Friday, June 20, 2025 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 Basics

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

Open
Registration Required
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 Basics

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

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Juneteenth Cooking with Chef Michael

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Cooking and Food, Cultural Awareness, Holidays
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Celebrate Juneteenth at Randolph Library with this themed cooking demonstration from renowned Chef Michael Hollowell! Participants will receive a plate of fresh-cooked food, so come hungry!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAN)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Cooking and Food, Cultural Awareness, Holidays
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate Juneteenth at Randolph Library with this themed cooking demonstration from renowned Chef Michael Hollowell! Participants will receive a plate of fresh-cooked food, so come hungry!

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.

Arts & Crafts for the Whole Family

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Join us and express your creativity by making wonderful art for yourself or your loved ones.

Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us and express your creativity by making wonderful art for yourself or your loved ones.

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 "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.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Family Movie Day

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (SOU) at South Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Grab the whole family for a fun movie day at the South Branch Library!

Library Branch: South Library
Room: Meeting Room (SOU)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Grab the whole family for a fun movie day at the South Branch Library!

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 "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.

King's Court Chess Club

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Welcome to the King’s Court Chess Club, where strategy meets community!

Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Welcome to the King’s Court Chess Club, where strategy meets community!

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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

3D Printing Has Layers: Practical Prints

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers and Technology, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Curious about 3D printers, but not sure what to print (besides cute articulated animals)? Got a printer at home, but need to justify the cost of filament to your family? Come to this class to discuss ideas.

Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAL)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers and Technology, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Event Details:

Curious about 3D printers, but not sure what to print (besides cute articulated animals)? Got a printer at home, but need to justify the cost of filament to your family? Come to this class to discuss ideas.

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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Reading in the Rays

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Join us in the Green Space behind the Orange Mound Library! Relax, touch some grass, and a book too. Outdoor furniture will be provided but feel free to bring your own. 

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Book Clubs, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us in the Green Space behind the Orange Mound Library! Relax, touch some grass, and a book too. Outdoor furniture will be provided but feel free to bring your own. 

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Cuppa and a chat book club

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Join Library Staff on the third Saturday of each month for a good cuppa, a good book and a good chat.

This month's book will be announced soon.

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Join Library Staff on the third Saturday of each month for a good cuppa, a good book and a good chat.

This month's book will be announced soon.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

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.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Movie Day @ Levi

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (LEV) at Levi Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Every third Saturday, customers of all ages will get to watch a movie and enjoy popcorn and beverages. Please join us if you are interested, and make sure to spread the word!

Library Branch: Levi Library
Room: Meeting Room (LEV)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Every third Saturday, customers of all ages will get to watch a movie and enjoy popcorn and beverages. Please join us if you are interested, and make sure to spread the word!

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.

One Room School House Crochet Class

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Family Learning Lab at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

If you've ever wanted to join  a guild or informal crocheting group but don't know where to start, then you've come to the right place. Beginners and advance crocheters are welcome to share ideas and join the fun.

Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Family Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

If you've ever wanted to join  a guild or informal crocheting group but don't know where to start, then you've come to the right place. Beginners and advance crocheters are welcome to share ideas and join the fun.

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.