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 Long Live the King!-Chess Club Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Lobby at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Games Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors 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. View Details 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 Apr 21 2026 Tue Long Live the King!-Chess Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: Lobby Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Computer Basics Class Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Program Area at Parkway Village Library Program Type: Computers and Technology Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Computer Basics covers basic computer skills for those who want to learn or improve their computer literacy. Please come with your questions and concerns. Laptops are provided, but feel free to bring your own. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Apr 22 2026 Wed Computer Basics Class 10:30am–11:30am Parkway Village Library Library Branch: Parkway Village Library Room: Program Area Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Computers and Technology Event Details: Computer Basics covers basic computer skills for those who want to learn or improve their computer literacy. Please come with your questions and concerns. Laptops are provided, but feel free to bring your own.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Easy Step by Step Computer Class Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library Program Type: Computers and Technology Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors This is an ongoing class for beginners and those with little experience with computers. This class will be held from 11-12:30 on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Apr 22 2026 Wed Easy Step by Step Computer Class 11:00am–12:30pm Hollywood Library Library Branch: Hollywood Library Room: Meeting Room (HOL) Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Computers and Technology Event Details: This is an ongoing class for beginners and those with little experience with computers. This class will be held from 11-12:30 on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month.
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 "Adults" group Mah Jong Club Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Meeting Room (OGR) at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Program Type: Games Age Group: Adults View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 22 2026 Wed Mah Jong Club 1:00pm–3:00pm Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Room: Meeting Room (OGR) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Games
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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group MALS Elder Law Clinic For Seniors (60+) Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm L-56 Training Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Legal Assistance Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors This FREE legal clinic provides an opportunity for seniors in the community to learn about legal issues affecting individuals who are aged 60 and older. Topics may include conservatorships, powers of attorney, advanced directives, estate pla View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Apr 23 2026 Thu MALS Elder Law Clinic For Seniors (60+) 10:00am–12:00pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: L-56 Training Room Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Legal Assistance Event Details: This FREE legal clinic provides an opportunity for seniors in the community to learn about legal issues affecting individuals who are aged 60 and older. Topics may include conservatorships, powers of attorney, advanced directives, estate pla
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Mystery Book Club Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm Meeting Room (COR) at Cordova Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Join us in Meeting Room B for Mystery Book Club, on the Fourth Thursday of every month! Please note that the November and December meetings will take place on the THIRD Thursdays, due to holidays. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Apr 23 2026 Thu Mystery Book Club 10:30am–12:00pm Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library Room: Meeting Room (COR) Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Join us in Meeting Room B for Mystery Book Club, on the Fourth Thursday of every month! Please note that the November and December meetings will take place on the THIRD Thursdays, due to holidays.
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, April 23, 2026 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! 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 23 2026 Thu Sit-N-Stitch Crochet and Knitting Club 3:00pm–5:00pm East Shelby Library 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 "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 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 Freebie Fridays Friday, April 24, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm Connect Crew Program Type: Community Information, Library Support, Literacy Instruction, Outreach Event Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Connect Crew will be present to share free books and library resources for the students and residents in the Whitehaven community! This event will occur in the parking lot next to Brown Baptist, near the Southland Mall. View Details Offsite Event 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 Apr 24 2026 Fri Freebie Fridays 1:30pm–4:00pm Connect Crew Library Branch: Connect Crew Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Community Information, Library Support, Literacy Instruction, Outreach Event Event Details: Connect Crew will be present to share free books and library resources for the students and residents in the Whitehaven community! This event will occur in the parking lot next to Brown Baptist, near the Southland Mall.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Canvas & Brushes Friday, April 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Meeting Room (CRE) at Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Come join us for Canvas & Brushes as we relax from a long week. Enjoy smooth jazz as we create art! No skills required, just bring your smile. I hope to see you there!! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Apr 24 2026 Fri Canvas & Brushes 2:00pm–4:00pm Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library Library Branch: Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room (CRE) Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Come join us for Canvas & Brushes as we relax from a long week. Enjoy smooth jazz as we create art! No skills required, just bring your smile. I hope to see you there!! Special Notes Friends of the Library This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.
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 "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, April 24, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm Family Learning Lab at 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! 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 24 2026 Fri King's Court Chess Club 3:00pm–5:00pm Raleigh Library Library Branch: Raleigh Library Room: Family Learning Lab 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!
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group The Clothesline: A Writing Workspace Friday, April 24, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm Meeting Room C (ESB) at East Shelby Library Program Type: Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing Age Group: Teens, Adults Join us for a generative writing workspace where writers of all ages can work to complete individual projects, follow a weekly prompt, or recharge your writerly battery by reading. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 24 2026 Fri The Clothesline: A Writing Workspace 3:00pm–5:00pm East Shelby Library Library Branch: East Shelby Library Room: Meeting Room C (ESB) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing Event Details: Join us for a generative writing workspace where writers of all ages can work to complete individual projects, follow a weekly prompt, or recharge your writerly battery by reading.
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 This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Moving & Grooving: Line Dancing at Frayser Library Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm Meeting Room A & B (FRA) at Frayser Library Program Type: Health & Wellness, Music Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Get ready to move and groove as you step to the beat of your favorite songs! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Apr 25 2026 Sat Moving & Grooving: Line Dancing at Frayser Library 10:30am–12:00pm Frayser Library Library Branch: Frayser Library Room: Meeting Room A & B (FRA) Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Health & Wellness, Music Event Details: Get ready to move and groove as you step to the beat of your favorite songs! 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 Basic Computer Class Seniors Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library Program Type: Computers and Technology Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Come and learn the basic computer skills. See you then! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Apr 25 2026 Sat Basic Computer Class Seniors 11:00am–12:00pm Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library Library Branch: Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Computers and Technology Event Details: Come and learn the basic computer skills. See you then!
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 Conversation and Crafts Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11:30am - 1:30pm Meeting Room (LEV) at Levi Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults Conversation and Crafts is a welcoming, hands-on program that brings people together through creative crafting and meaningful conversation. 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 Apr 25 2026 Sat Conversation and Crafts 11:30am–1:30pm Levi Library Library Branch: Levi Library Room: Meeting Room (LEV) Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Conversation and Crafts is a welcoming, hands-on program that brings people together through creative crafting and meaningful conversation. Special Notes Friends of the Library This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.
This event is in the "Adults" group Advanced ESL Reading and Discussion Group Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Cordova Library Program Type: Citizenship/ESL Age Group: Adults Join us every Saturday to practice reading/speaking English and building new vocabulary in a casual friendly environment. Each attendee is welcome to read aloud a page from the suggested book. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 25 2026 Sat Advanced ESL Reading and Discussion Group 2:00pm–4:00pm Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Citizenship/ESL Event Details: Join us every Saturday to practice reading/speaking English and building new vocabulary in a casual friendly environment. Each attendee is welcome to read aloud a page from the suggested book. Special Notes Memphis Library Foundation This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Crochet Club Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm Teen Innovation Center at Cordova Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc. Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Bring your hooks and your yarn and lets crochet! This club is for begginers wanting to learn how to crochet, and experts that have knowledge to give. 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 25 2026 Sat Crochet Club 3:00pm–4:30pm Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library Room: Teen Innovation Center Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc. Event Details: Bring your hooks and your yarn and lets crochet! This club is for begginers wanting to learn how to crochet, and experts that have knowledge to give.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Electronics and Electricity Seminar Monday, April 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Meeting Room (WHI) at Whitehaven Library Program Type: Job and Career, STEAM stem Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Joseph Oliver and a variety of skilled professionals conduct weekly classes with customers participating in hands-on repair and learning exercises. 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 27 2026 Mon Electronics and Electricity Seminar 10:00am–12:00pm Whitehaven Library Library Branch: Whitehaven Library Room: Meeting Room (WHI) Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors 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. 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.