This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Notary Services Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm Meeting Room (CRE) at Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library Program Type: Legal Assistance Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Event DetailsMemphis Public Libraries provides free notary services to the public during drop-in hours: TUESDAY from Noon – 2 PM at the Cornelia Crenshaw Branch Library. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 12 2026 Tue Notary Services 12:00pm–2:00pm Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library Library Branch: Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room (CRE) Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Legal Assistance Event Details: Event DetailsMemphis Public Libraries provides free notary services to the public during drop-in hours: TUESDAY from Noon – 2 PM at the Cornelia Crenshaw Branch Library. Special Notes Memphis Library Foundation This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
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, May 12, 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 May 12 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 "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 Tuesday Tech Help Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Whitehaven Library Program Type: Computers and Technology, Job and Career, Legal Assistance, Library Support, Personal Finance, STEAM stem Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Tech Help was designed to support individuals in building confidence and practical skills for navigating today’s digital world. 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 12 2026 Tue Tuesday Tech Help 6:00pm–7:00pm Whitehaven Library Library Branch: Whitehaven Library Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Computers and Technology, Job and Career, Legal Assistance, Library Support, Personal Finance, STEAM stem Event Details: Tech Help was designed to support individuals in building confidence and practical skills for navigating today’s digital world.
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, May 12, 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 May 12 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 BINGO Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm Meeting Room (NOR) at North Library Program Type: Games, Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults A wonderful time where we win prizes and make new friends. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group May 13 2026 Wed BINGO 12:00pm–1:30pm North Library Library Branch: North Library Room: Meeting Room (NOR) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Games, Health & Wellness Event Details: A wonderful time where we win prizes and make new friends.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Notary Services Wednesday, May 13, 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 May 13 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 Gardening Questions and Answers Session Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Meeting Room (OGR) at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Program Type: Gardening Age Group: Adults Booker Leigh, retired UT extension agent, will answer any questions about gardening, landscaping, and lawn care. Participants can ask horticultural questions or share concerns related to their plants or landscape. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 13 2026 Wed Gardening Questions and Answers Session 1:00pm–2:00pm Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Open Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Room: Meeting Room (OGR) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Gardening Registration Required Event Details: Booker Leigh, retired UT extension agent, will answer any questions about gardening, landscaping, and lawn care. Participants can ask horticultural questions or share concerns related to their plants or landscape.
This event is in the "Adults" group What Are You Cooking? Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Cordova Library Program Type: Cooking and Food Age Group: Adults Customers can enjoy being a part of this cooking demonstration as a &nbs View Details This event is in the "Adults" group May 13 2026 Wed What Are You Cooking? 4:00pm–5:00pm Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking and Food Event Details: Customers can enjoy being a part of this cooking demonstration as a &nbs 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 Seed Library Garden Club: Advantages and Disadvantages of Container Gardening Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm 3rd Floor Reading Area - Walnut Grove Side at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Gardening Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Join us for the Seed Library Garden Club, a welcoming space for gardening lovers of all levels! Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 13 2026 Wed Seed Library Garden Club: Advantages and Disadvantages of Container Gardening 5:30pm–7:00pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Open Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: 3rd Floor Reading Area - Walnut Grove Side Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Gardening Registration Required Event Details: Join us for the Seed Library Garden Club, a welcoming space for gardening lovers of all levels! 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 Raleigh Open Studio: Film & Photo Lab Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Family Learning Lab at Raleigh Library Program Type: Community Information, STEAM arts Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors The Raleigh Open Studio Lab is a creative drop-in space designed for filmmakers, photographers, and content creators to edit, create, and grow. Registration Closed View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 13 2026 Wed Raleigh Open Studio: Film & Photo Lab 6:00pm–7:30pm Raleigh Library Registration Closed Library Branch: Raleigh Library Room: Family Learning Lab Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Community Information, STEAM arts Registration Required Event Details: The Raleigh Open Studio Lab is a creative drop-in space designed for filmmakers, photographers, and content creators to edit, create, and grow. 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, May 13, 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 May 13 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 Word Thursday, May 14, 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 This class is designed to introduce the basic functions of Microsoft Word for Office 365 in order to create professional documents, resumes, and any other text documents. The following skills will be covered: Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 14 2026 Thu Getting Started with Microsoft Word 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: This class is designed to introduce the basic functions of Microsoft Word for Office 365 in order to create professional documents, resumes, and any other text documents. The following skills will be covered:
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 Dr. Cynthia Sadler! Thursday, May 14, 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 Genealogy assistance with Dr. Cynthia Sadler! Come get assistance with your genealogical research from one of our library's favorite experts. Dr. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 14 2026 Thu Genealogy Assistance with Dr. Cynthia Sadler! 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: Genealogy assistance with Dr. Cynthia Sadler! Come get assistance with your genealogical research from one of our library's favorite experts. Dr.
This event is in the "Adults" group Career Readiness Program Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm Meeting Room (NOR) at North Library Program Type: Job and Career Age Group: Adults Memphis Urban League (MUL) to offer career readiness workshops at the North Branch Library. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group May 14 2026 Thu Career Readiness Program 12:30pm–2:00pm North Library Library Branch: North Library Room: Meeting Room (NOR) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Job and Career Event Details: Memphis Urban League (MUL) to offer career readiness workshops at the North Branch Library.
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, May 14, 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 May 14 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 Techy Seniors - Smart Phone Basics Friday, May 15, 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 May 15 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 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, May 15, 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 May 15 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 "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 15, 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 15 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group The Clothesline: A Writing Workspace Friday, May 15, 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 May 15 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 "Adults" group Walk a Mile and Get a Free Book! Saturday, May 16, 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 May 16 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Knot Just Yarn: Frayser Crochet Club Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Meeting Room B (FRA) at Frayser Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc. Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Looking for a cozy spot to stitch? Join the Frayser Library Crochet Group! Whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned pro, come hang out, swap yarn, and share tips in a relaxed environment. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 16 2026 Sat Knot Just Yarn: Frayser Crochet Club 10:00am–12:00pm Frayser Library Library Branch: Frayser Library Room: Meeting Room B (FRA) Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc. Event Details: Looking for a cozy spot to stitch? Join the Frayser Library Crochet Group! Whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned pro, come hang out, swap yarn, and share tips in a relaxed environment. 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 "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 Raleigh Library Community Photography Club Primary Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm Family Learning Lab at Raleigh Library Program Type: Community Information, Computers and Technology, STEAM arts Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors The Raleigh Library Community Photography Club is a monthly meet-up designed to connect aspiring and experienced photographers of all ages through themed photo challenges, skill-building sessions, and community-focused storytelling. Open Register Now Registration Required 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 16 2026 Sat Raleigh Library Community Photography Club Primary 12:00pm–2:00pm Raleigh Library Open Library Branch: Raleigh Library Room: Family Learning Lab Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Community Information, Computers and Technology, STEAM arts Registration Required Event Details: The Raleigh Library Community Photography Club is a monthly meet-up designed to connect aspiring and experienced photographers of all ages through themed photo challenges, skill-building sessions, and community-focused storytelling. Special Notes Memphis Library Foundation This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
This event is in the "Adults" group Spanish for Beginners Saturday, May 16, 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. Registration required (please see link at the bottom of this page). Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 16 2026 Sat Spanish for Beginners 1:00pm–2:00pm Cordova Library Open Library Branch: Cordova Library Room: Teen Innovation Center Age Group: Adults Program Type: Language Classes Registration Required Event Details: Learn Spanish for free in this beginner-friendly class for adults! Instructional materials provided at the start of every class. Registration required (please see link at the bottom of this page). 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 Renaissance Book Club Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm Virtual at North Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Attendees will be discussing the book of the month. View Details Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group May 16 2026 Sat Renaissance Book Club 2:00pm–5:00pm North Library Library Branch: North Library Room: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Attendees will be discussing the book of the month.