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Music Therapy with the Star Center

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Floor at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Music
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Event Details:

Music is an important part of life. People use music to learn their ABCs, exercise, work, and enjoy the world. The Star Center's board-certified Music Therapists use these qualitie...

Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Main Floor
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Music
Event Details:

Music is an important part of life. People use music to learn their ABCs, exercise, work, and enjoy the world. The Star Center's board-certified Music Therapists use these qualities of music to help people meet their individual goals.

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.

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Pickle Day!!!

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Cooking and Food, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Event Details:

Happy National Pickle Day!Celebrate with us with a special pickle themed story time. Listen to the book "Pickles, Please" while you enjoy a pickle and a pickle snack! Don't fo...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Cooking and Food, Story Times
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Happy National Pickle Day!

Celebrate with us with a special pickle themed story time. Listen to the book "Pickles, Please" while you enjoy a pickle and a pickle snack! 

Don't forget to wear GREEN!

Lit at the Library - Literature: Then & Now

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
L-56 Training Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Literature Classes
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Literature: Then & Nowwith instructor Aaron Brame October 3-November 14 (no class on October 31)Thursdays | 6-8PM This six-week class will pair well-loved works of Am...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: L-56 Training Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Literature Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Literature: Then & Now
with instructor Aaron Brame

 

Zumba Fitness at Raleigh

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for our weekly Zumba fitness class! It's an excellent workout that will allow you to burn calories while having fun. It will also strengthen your muscles and improve flexib...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAL)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join us for our weekly Zumba fitness class! It's an excellent workout that will allow you to burn calories while having fun. It will also strengthen your muscles and improve flexibility.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

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Checking Out Small Business Help From the Public Library

Friday, November 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Business Assistance
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Click here to register with SCORE for this online webinar, Checking Out Small Business Help at the Library. MPL offers a wide range of resources available for free to the small bus...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business Assistance
Event Details:

Click here to register with SCORE for this online webinar, Checking Out Small Business Help at the Library.

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Story Time

Friday, November 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (OGR) at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5)
Event Details:

Join us at OGR Library at the corner of Poplar and White Station for stories, songs, movement, and more!  

Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Meeting Room (OGR)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5)
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

Join us at OGR Library at the corner of Poplar and White Station for stories, songs, movement, and more! 


 

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Techy Seniors - Smart Phone Basics

Friday, November 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
L-56 Training Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Techy Seniors – Phone BasicsLearn the basic functions of smart phones and tablets. Participants will explore settings, and learn the following basic functions:Connect to wi-fiBrows...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: L-56 Training Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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:

Sensory Storytime

Friday, November 15, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
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)
Event Details:

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

Special Notes

Photograph Notice

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Fun Film Fridays

Friday, November 15, 2024 at 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Join us on Fridays for a fun, kid-friendly film at the Whitehaven Library.

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Join us on Fridays for a fun, kid-friendly film at the Whitehaven Library.

Walk a Mile and Get a Free Book!

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Library Outdoor Grounds (COR) at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
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 retu...

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Library Outdoor Grounds (COR)
Age Group: Teens, 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

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Sew, You Can Sew It!

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room C (ESB) at East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

This is a small, project based sewing class, aimed at beginners and people just learning to sew, although more experienced sewers will have fun too!  All fabric, sewing machin...

Open
Required
Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Meeting Room C (ESB)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

This is a small, project based sewing class, aimed at beginners and people just learning to sew, although more experienced sewers will have fun too!  

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Photograph Notice

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Mindful Mornings at the Orange Mound Library

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us at the Orange Mound Library for "Mindful Mornings," a relaxing and rejuvenating meditation class designed for all experience levels. Learn the basics of meditation, explore...

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us at the Orange Mound Library for "Mindful Mornings," a relaxing and rejuvenating meditation class designed for all experience levels.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

International Storytime celebrating Mexico

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Story Time Room at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Come to the Cordova Branch Library for an International Storytime celebrating the country and culture of Mexico.  Learn about our neighbors to the south with stories, music, f...

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Event Details:

Come to the Cordova Branch Library for an International Storytime celebrating the country and culture of Mexico.  Learn about our neighbors to the south with stories, music, food and crafts.

English Language Learning Class (ELL)

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Program Area at Parkway Village Library
Program Type:
Language Classes
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Literacy Mid-South is teaching an English Language Learning Class (ELL) for those seeking to improve their English language skills. The class meets Monday and Saturday from 11:00 t...

Library Branch: Parkway Village Library
Room: Program Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language Classes
Event Details:

Literacy Mid-South is teaching an English Language Learning Class (ELL) for those seeking to improve their English language skills. The class meets Monday and Saturday from 11:00 to 12:30. 

Teen Arts Fest

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Lobby at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Meet some of Memphis and Shelby County's most talented teen artists. Teen Arts Fest is a celebration with youth arts organizations. There will be music, spoken word, and more! The ...

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: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Event Details:

Meet some of Memphis and Shelby County's most talented teen artists. Teen Arts Fest is a celebration with youth arts organizations. There will be music, spoken word, and more!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Photograph Notice

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Get Your Groove On Line Dancing Sessions!

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, Health & Wellness, Music
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

It’s not only working out and burning calories, but also dancing and having fun! Join our classes on September 09, October 05 & 26 as well as November 16! Enjoy free line dance...

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Health & Wellness, Music
Event Details:

It’s not only working out and burning calories, but also dancing and having fun! Join our classes on September 09, October 05 & 26 as well as November 16!

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

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Senior Game Day

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 12:00pm - 5:00pm
North Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Game Day at North Branch will consist of a friendly game called Bid Whist. This game is fun, challenging, and can help seniors improve their memory, concentration, and social skill...

Library Branch: North Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Game Day at North Branch will consist of a friendly game called Bid Whist. This game is fun, challenging, and can help seniors improve their memory, concentration, and social skills.  😊

Special Notes

Photograph Notice

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Tween Book Club: Chat & Chew

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB) at East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Tweens, join us in a page turning of new and exciting books just for you!

Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Tweens, join us in a page turning of new and exciting books just for you!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Photograph Notice

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Arts and Crafts @ Levi

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room (LEV) at Levi Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Did you know that arts and crafts aren't just for kids? Come and join us at Levi as we explore the mind of creativity. Our workshops will help relieve stress and depression, as wel...

Library Branch: Levi Library
Room: Meeting Room (LEV)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Did you know that arts and crafts aren't just for kids? Come and join us at Levi as we explore the mind of creativity. Our workshops will help relieve stress and depression, as well as decrease age-related cognitive impairment. 

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Movie Day-The Lion King

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Event Details:

Join us for popcorn and a movie! This month's movie is Lion King! 

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Join us for popcorn and a movie! This month's movie is Lion King! 

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Photograph Notice

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Sew, You Can Sew It!

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room C (ESB) at East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

This is a small, project based sewing class, aimed at beginners and people just learning to sew, although more experienced sewers will have fun too!  All fabric, sewing machin...

Open
Required
Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Meeting Room C (ESB)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

This is a small, project based sewing class, aimed at beginners and people just learning to sew, although more experienced sewers will have fun too!  

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Photograph Notice

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Short Story Circle

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Connect Crew
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Calling ALL lovers of reading, conversation, short stories, smoothies, and great food! Join us for our short story book club! Do you enjoy reading but face commitment issues when i...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Connect Crew
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Calling ALL lovers of reading, conversation, short stories, smoothies, and great food! Join us for our short story book club! Do you enjoy reading but face commitment issues when it comes to completing books from start to finish?

Free Tech Support at the Library

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Cordova Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Need help with your phone, laptop, tablet, email, photos, videos, etc.? Come to the library for free one on-one tech support! Our staff member Eddie will be happy to help you out.P...

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

Need help with your phone, laptop, tablet, email, photos, videos, etc.? Come to the library for free one on-one tech support! Our staff member Eddie will be happy to help you out.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Advanced ESL Reading and Discussion Group

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Cordova Library
Program Type:
Citizenship/ESL
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us every Saturday from 2pm to 4pm to practice reading/speaking English and building new vocabulary in a casual friendly environment. Each attendee is welcome to read...

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Citizenship/ESL
Event Details:

Join us every Saturday from 2pm to 4pm to practice reading/speaking English and building new vocabulary in a casual friendly environment. Each attendee is welcome to read a page from the suggested book aloud.

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.