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Designing with Canva.com

Friday, June 13, 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.

Closed
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 "Children (Age 6-8)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group

Make an Air-dry Clay Critter!

Friday, June 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children's Program Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Color Your World - EM
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Let's make a little critter out of air-dry clay! You can make your favorite animal, a tiny person, a gnome, or whatever you like!

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Color Your World - EM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's make a little critter out of air-dry clay! You can make your favorite animal, a tiny person, a gnome, or whatever you like!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Second Saturday Legal Advice Clinic

Saturday, June 14, 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 "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, June 14, 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 "Children (Age 0-5)" group

Preschool Story Time

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5)

Come join us for stories, songs and fun, specially designed for pre-school children! Groups must pre-register.

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Event Details:

Come join us for stories, songs and fun, specially designed for pre-school children! Groups must pre-register.

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
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

VA HCHV and LINC/211 Outreach for Homeless Veterans

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 1:00pm
Lobby- at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Veterans Assistance
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Attention Veterans in Memphis: If you’re struggling with homelessness, help is available!

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Lobby-
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Veterans Assistance
Event Details:

Attention Veterans in Memphis: If you’re struggling with homelessness, help is available!

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group
This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group

Water Color Spray Paint

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Children's Courtyard at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Color Your World - EM
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)

Use different styles of spray bottles to create a water color masterpiece. 

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Children's Courtyard
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Color Your World - EM
Event Details:

Use different styles of spray bottles to create a water color masterpiece. 

This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Creative Aging Studio Course: Scarf Dyeing

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
L-56 Training Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness
Age Group:
Adults-Seniors

Join teaching artist Phyllis Boger for this two part workshop series on shibori, which is an ancient Japanese dye technique. Participants will learn the process of creating and dyeing a shibori scarf or necktie by using marbles, clamps, and dye.

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: L-56 Training Room
Age Group: Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness
Event Details:

Join teaching artist Phyllis Boger for this two part workshop series on shibori, which is an ancient Japanese dye technique. Participants will learn the process of creating and dyeing a shibori scarf or necktie by using marbles, clamps, and dye.

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group

Babies and Books

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5)

Come join us for story time appropriate for the youngest children! No groups please.

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Event Details:

Come join us for story time appropriate for the youngest children! No groups please.

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
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Seed Library Presents: Colorcopia

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
L-56 Training Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gardening
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Join us every third Thursday of the year for art inspired by nature! Learn about what's growing at the Dixon while getting creative with ever changing seasonally inspired crafts! No experience with art necessary, all supplies provided!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: L-56 Training Room
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gardening
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us every third Thursday of the year for art inspired by nature! Learn about what's growing at the Dixon while getting creative with ever changing seasonally inspired crafts! No experience with art necessary, all supplies provided!

Special Notes

Photograph Notice

This event may be recorded or photographed for use by the Memphis Public Libraries or the City of Memphis for media, social media, broadcast, and/or print purposes.

This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group

Juneteenth Small but Mighty Storytime with the National Civil Rights Museum

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Program Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Color Your World - EM, Cultural Awareness, Holidays, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Join us for a fun, educational Juneteenth storytime! We will learn about this historical holiday, read some empowering stories, explore some of the ways people celebrate Juneteenth, and create our own Juneteenth flag!

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Color Your World - EM, Cultural Awareness, Holidays, Story Times
Event Details:

Join us for a fun, educational Juneteenth storytime! We will learn about this historical holiday, read some empowering stories, explore some of the ways people celebrate Juneteenth, and create our own Juneteenth flag!

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

Memphis Fair Housing Center: Free Legal Advice Clinic

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
3rd Floor Reading Area - Poplar Side at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Legal Assistance
Age Group:
Adults

The Memphis Fair Housing Center, a division of Memphis Area Legal Services, Inc., will hold a free legal advice clinic to address questions related to tenant rights and fair housing.

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

The Memphis Fair Housing Center, a division of Memphis Area Legal Services, Inc., will hold a free legal advice clinic to address questions related to tenant rights and fair housing.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Summer Movie Series

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Rooms (CEN) at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Adults

Come enjoy the Summer Movie Series at one of our library locations!

June 11- Bohemian Rhapsody (PG-13) 5:30 Raleigh Library 

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

Come enjoy the Summer Movie Series at one of our library locations!

June 11- Bohemian Rhapsody (PG-13) 5:30 Raleigh 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

Long Live the King!-Chess Club

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 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.

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 "Children (Age 0-5)" group

Toddler Story Time

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5)

Come join us as we explore the wonderful world of children's literature for toddlers! 

*This event is limited to the first 30 children. Please arrive early to secure your spot!

No groups please.

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Event Details:

Come join us as we explore the wonderful world of children's literature for toddlers! 

*This event is limited to the first 30 children. Please arrive early to secure your spot!

No groups please.

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

VA HCHV and LINC/211 Outreach for Homeless Veterans

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 1:00pm
Lobby- at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Veterans Assistance
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Attention Veterans in Memphis: If you’re struggling with homelessness, help is available!

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Lobby-
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Veterans Assistance
Event Details:

Attention Veterans in Memphis: If you’re struggling with homelessness, help is available!

This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group

Summer Movie Project: Family Movie Night

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Children's Program Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, Movies
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Come join us for a family movie night in the first floor children's program room. We will have a screening of the Disney movie Strange World.

 

All are welcome!

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Movies
Event Details:

Come join us for a family movie night in the first floor children's program room. We will have a screening of the Disney movie Strange World.

 

All are welcome!

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

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 "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

Sensory Story Time

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Sensory Storytime is a welcoming interactive environment designed for sensory seeking children with autism or other sensory integration challenges.

 

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

Sensory Storytime is a welcoming interactive environment designed for sensory seeking children with autism or other sensory integration challenges.

 

Special Notes

Photograph Notice

This event may be recorded or photographed for use by the Memphis Public Libraries or the City of Memphis for media, social media, broadcast, and/or print purposes.

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group
This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group

Read with a Pup! (Children's reading therapy program)

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Children's Program Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Literacy Instruction
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Do you love reading AND doggies?! Come and read to a sweet, friendly pup and practice your reading skills! Every third Saturday at the Central Library in the Children's story time room from 11 - 1pm.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Literacy Instruction
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you love reading AND doggies?! Come and read to a sweet, friendly pup and practice your reading skills! Every third Saturday at the Central Library in the Children's story time room from 11 - 1pm.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Gadget Lab

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lobby at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Bring your tablet, laptop, or smart device and receive one-on-one technical assistance in accessing the Library’s digital services.  This is not a formal class and customers receive assistance on a first-come first-served basis.  

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Event Details:

Bring your tablet, laptop, or smart device and receive one-on-one technical assistance in accessing the Library’s digital services.  This is not a formal class and customers receive assistance on a first-come first-served basis.  

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group

Preschool Story Time

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5)

Come join us for stories, songs and fun, specially designed for pre-school children! Groups must pre-register.

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Event Details:

Come join us for stories, songs and fun, specially designed for pre-school children! Groups must pre-register.

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
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

VA HCHV and LINC/211 Outreach for Homeless Veterans

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 10:30am - 1:00pm
Lobby- at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Veterans Assistance
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Attention Veterans in Memphis: If you’re struggling with homelessness, help is available!

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Lobby-
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Veterans Assistance
Event Details:

Attention Veterans in Memphis: If you’re struggling with homelessness, help is available!

This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Creative Aging Studio Course: Scarf Dyeing

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
L-56 Training Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness
Age Group:
Adults-Seniors

Join teaching artist Phyllis Boger for this two part workshop series on shibori, which is an ancient Japanese dye technique. Participants will learn the process of creating and dyeing a shibori scarf or necktie by using marbles, clamps, and dye.

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: L-56 Training Room
Age Group: Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness
Event Details:

Join teaching artist Phyllis Boger for this two part workshop series on shibori, which is an ancient Japanese dye technique. Participants will learn the process of creating and dyeing a shibori scarf or necktie by using marbles, clamps, and dye.

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.