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Career Readiness Workshop

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
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.

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.

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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

Thursday, May 8, 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 "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 8, 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, May 8, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Public Speaking 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room (CHE) at Cherokee Library
Program Type:
Language Classes
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

“SPEAK THE SPEECH!” is a focused public speaking workshop designed to teach participants the rudiments of public speaking (often, threatening) in a non-threatening confidence building manner.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cherokee Library
Room: Meeting Room (CHE)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Language Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

“SPEAK THE SPEECH!” is a focused public speaking workshop designed to teach participants the rudiments of public speaking (often, threatening) in a non-threatening confidence building manner.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

SCORE: Successfully Obtaining Your 501c3 for Nonprofits

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
3rd Floor Reading Area - Walnut Grove Side at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Nonprofit Assistance
Age Group:
Adults

Obtain your 501c3 status efficiently avoiding costly delays.

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: 3rd Floor Reading Area - Walnut Grove Side
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Nonprofit Assistance
Event Details:

Obtain your 501c3 status efficiently avoiding costly delays.

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.

MALS Domestic Violence Clinic

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Rooms (CEN) at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Legal Assistance
Age Group:
Adults

Domestic violence is a pattern of abusive and/or coercive behavior used to gain or keep power and control of another person. It can include legal and illegal acts that undermine the victim’s sense of safety, self, and free will.

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Meeting Rooms (CEN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Legal Assistance
Event Details:

Domestic violence is a pattern of abusive and/or coercive behavior used to gain or keep power and control of another person. It can include legal and illegal acts that undermine the victim’s sense of safety, self, and free will.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Designing with Canva.com

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Computer Lab at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Canva.com, a free, easy to use online graphic design program, is an excellent tool for creating professional, vibrant digital content, including résumés.  It features hundreds of templates for all kinds of job seekers.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Canva.com, a free, easy to use online graphic design program, is an excellent tool for creating professional, vibrant digital content, including résumés.  It features hundreds of templates for all kinds of job seekers.

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

A Symphony of Art, Music & Mindfulness 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

This class aims to create an immersive and enriching environment through a fusion of art and music healing.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

This class aims to create an immersive and enriching environment through a fusion of art and music healing.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

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

Yoga Mondays @ Levi

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room (LEV) at Levi Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Customers are invited to attend 4 one hour beginner level yoga classes focusing on proper breathing and alignment of movement in the body. The dates are April 21 & 28, and May 9 & 23.

Library Branch: Levi Library
Room: Meeting Room (LEV)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Customers are invited to attend 4 one hour beginner level yoga classes focusing on proper breathing and alignment of movement in the body. The dates are April 21 & 28, and May 9 & 23.

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 Class: Starting Out Pt. 2

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Join us as we continue our month of computer classes with topics such as "Using a PC/Mac," "Introduction to Google Maps," and "Intro to Searching Videos on YouTube." Registration is open now.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAN)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we continue our month of computer classes with topics such as "Using a PC/Mac," "Introduction to Google Maps," and "Intro to Searching Videos on YouTube." Registration is open now.

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

MALS - Consumer/Benefits/Tax Advice Clinic

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Conference Room at Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Legal Assistance
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Memphis Area Legal Service offers free consultations to the public each second Friday of the month at 2pm. Appointments are by first come, first served.

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Legal Assistance
Event Details:

Memphis Area Legal Service offers free consultations to the public each second Friday of the month at 2pm. Appointments are by first come, first served.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Garden Club - Question and Answers Session 

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room (OGR) at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Program Type:
Gardening
Age Group:
Adults

Are you interested in gardening? If so, this garden club is for you. Booker Leigh is the featured speaker. He will discuss various garden topics from common lawn diseases, vegetable garden, and landscaping. 


 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Meeting Room (OGR)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you interested in gardening? If so, this garden club is for you. Booker Leigh is the featured speaker. He will discuss various garden topics from common lawn diseases, vegetable garden, and landscaping. 


 

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

Basic Conversational Spanish 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
L-56 Training Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, Language Classes
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Classes will cover introductory Spanish terms and keywords commonly used in day-to-day conversations. Lessons will focus on vocabulary, speaking, and some writing skills to help students communicate effectively in everyday situations.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: L-56 Training Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Language Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Classes will cover introductory Spanish terms and keywords commonly used in day-to-day conversations. Lessons will focus on vocabulary, speaking, and some writing skills to help students communicate effectively in everyday situations.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Second Saturday Legal Advice Clinic

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Rooms (CEN) at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Legal Assistance
Age Group:
Adults

 

10 AM to 11 AM is the Clinic Intake Time

 

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Meeting Rooms (CEN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Legal Assistance
Event Details:

 

10 AM to 11 AM is the Clinic Intake Time

 

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

Africa Studies in the 901 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Africa in the City is designed to teach members in the Memphis community about the history and culture of various communities in Africa. Food tastings, mini language lessons, and hands-on activities are features of the program. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAL)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Africa in the City is designed to teach members in the Memphis community about the history and culture of various communities in Africa. Food tastings, mini language lessons, and hands-on activities are features of the program. 

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.

Japanese Culture Club

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Lobby at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Join us for MPL's Japanese Culture Club! This monthly meeting will be dedicated to the appreciation of Japanese culture.

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: Cultural Awareness
Event Details:

Join us for MPL's Japanese Culture Club! This monthly meeting will be dedicated to the appreciation of Japanese culture.

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

Self Discipline the Key to Having More 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Program Area at Parkway Village Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Led by Successful Living Economic & Community Development Corporation, this series explores self-discipline, what defeats us, how it can defeat us, and how to develop, increase, and enhance self-discipline. 

Instructor:

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Parkway Village Library
Room: Program Area
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Led by Successful Living Economic & Community Development Corporation, this series explores self-discipline, what defeats us, how it can defeat us, and how to develop, increase, and enhance self-discipline. 

Instructor:

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.

Starting a Business from Scratch 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Genealogy Room (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Business Assistance, Job and Career
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Turn your big ideas into reality with this 4-session crash course in entrepreneurship. Learn the essentials of business planning, branding, digital tools and social media strategies to successfully launch and grow your business.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Genealogy Room (OM)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Business Assistance, Job and Career
Registration Required
Event Details:

Turn your big ideas into reality with this 4-session crash course in entrepreneurship. Learn the essentials of business planning, branding, digital tools and social media strategies to successfully launch and grow your business.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

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

Computer Class: Connecting with Others

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Join us as we continue our month of computer classes with topics such as "Getting Started with Telehealth," "Basics of Video Conferencing," and "Intro to Facebook" Registration is open now.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAN)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we continue our month of computer classes with topics such as "Getting Started with Telehealth," "Basics of Video Conferencing," and "Intro to Facebook" Registration is open now.

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

The People's Poetry Club

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Genealogy Room (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Curious about poetry? Is it for you? Join us at the Orange Mound Library for The People's Poetry Club, where we prefer poems that speak to you instead of at you.

 

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Genealogy Room (OM)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Book Clubs, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Event Details:

Curious about poetry? Is it for you? Join us at the Orange Mound Library for The People's Poetry Club, where we prefer poems that speak to you instead of at you.

 

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

Ceramics 2-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (OGR) at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

This course empowers individuals with the knowledge and tools to prioritize their mental health, build resilience and navigate life’s challenges.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Meeting Room (OGR)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

This course empowers individuals with the knowledge and tools to prioritize their mental health, build resilience and navigate life’s challenges.

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

Knights of the Square Table Chess Club

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Innovation Center at East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Join us at the East Shelby Branch Library for some classic Chess fun! Play Chess with people in your community and learn some new strategies while you're at it. This club will be part educational and tons of practice!

Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Join us at the East Shelby Branch Library for some classic Chess fun! Play Chess with people in your community and learn some new strategies while you're at it. This club will be part educational and tons of practice!

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.

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

Magical Realism Writing Workshop with Author Jasper Joyner

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Think Matilda, Toni Morrison’s Beloved, or the beloved book-turned-film The Princess Bride—each of these stories weaves just a touch of magic into an otherwise realistic world, a hallmark of magical realism.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room A (OM)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Think Matilda, Toni Morrison’s Beloved, or the beloved book-turned-film The Princess Bride—each of these stories weaves just a touch of magic into an otherwise realistic world, a hallmark of magical realism.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.