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This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Ramen and Reels : My Hero Academia

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Cooking and Food, Cultural Awareness, Movies
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Event Details:

Join us for a cozy afternoon at the Orange Mound Library! We’ll be watching My Hero Academia: Two Heroes and enjoying delicious ramen together. You’ll have the chance to choose you...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room (OM)
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Cooking and Food, Cultural Awareness, Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us for a cozy afternoon at the Orange Mound Library! We’ll be watching My Hero Academia: Two Heroes and enjoying delicious ramen together.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Power Hour

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 12:30pm - 5:00pm
Levi Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
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! 

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!


 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Computer Club

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Innovation Center at South Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology, STEAM stem
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: South Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Computers and Technology, STEAM stem
This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group.
This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group.

Read to the Dog

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Area at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Event Details:

Kids can come and read to our sweet reading therapy dog, Lovie. Books will be available for children to read, or they may bring their own.

Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

Kids can come and read to our sweet reading therapy dog, Lovie. Books will be available for children to read, or they may bring their own.

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.

Thanksgiving Pictionary Showdown

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Area (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Holidays
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

In this fun Thanksgiving-themed Pictionary game, kids will team up to draw and guess holiday-related words and phrases.

Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Children's Area (RAL)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Holidays
Event Details:

In this fun Thanksgiving-themed Pictionary game, kids will team up to draw and guess holiday-related words and phrases.

This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Coding Club Python Seminar

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room (COR) at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

This is the Python seminar portion of coding club, taught by our brilliant Dr. Karishma Gangwani! 

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Meeting Room (COR)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Event Details:

This is the Python seminar portion of coding club, taught by our brilliant Dr. Karishma Gangwani! 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Podcasting with the RØDECaster Pro: A Hands-On Introduction

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Podcast Studio (COS) at Cossitt Library
Program Type:
Business Assistance, Community Information, Job and Career
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Curious about podcasting and want to learn how to use professional equipment? Join us for an interactive workshop on the RØDECaster Pro, the all-in-one podcasting console designed ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library
Room: Podcast Studio (COS)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business Assistance, Community Information, Job and Career
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Curious about podcasting and want to learn how to use professional equipment? Join us for an interactive workshop on the RØDECaster Pro, the all-in-one podcasting console designed to make recording easy, even for beginners.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Let's Get Moving featuring Yoga

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Cordova Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Participate in a yoga experience to stretch the body and soothe the mind.

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Participate in a yoga experience to stretch the body and soothe the mind.

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.

Tech Help @ the Haven

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Need assistance with your phone, computer or tablet? Come to Whitehaven on 2nd and 4th Tuesdays from 6pm to 7pm for tech help with:Basic computer skillsCell phone&nb...

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Event Details:

Need assistance with your phone, computer or tablet? Come to Whitehaven on 2nd and 4th Tuesdays from 6pm to 7pm for tech help with:

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.

Long Live the King!-Chess Club

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lobby at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
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 ev...

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
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 Storytime

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5)
Event Details:

Join us for stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun with the toddler in your life. Appropriate for children ages 18-36 months. No groups.

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

Join us for stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun with the toddler in your life. Appropriate for children ages 18-36 months. No groups.

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.

Computer Basics

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (FRA) at Frayser Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you a computer beginner? Or do you need a refresher course? Join the Frayser Branch Library's Computer Basics class for a simple step-by-step course on computers, their parts, ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Frayser Library
Room: Meeting Room (FRA)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Are you a computer beginner? Or do you need a refresher course? Join the Frayser Branch Library's Computer Basics class for a simple step-by-step course on computers, their parts, and how to navigate them.

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

Lev(I)magination Storytime

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Library Outdoor Grounds (LEV) at Levi Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Event Details:

Welcome to the Lev(I)magintion Storytime Station! We invite you to join us as we Explore, Discover, and Learn through Reading, Singing, and Crafts at the Levi Library. Different th...

Library Branch: Levi Library
Room: Library Outdoor Grounds (LEV)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Event Details:

Welcome to the Lev(I)magintion Storytime Station! We invite you to join us as we Explore, Discover, and Learn through Reading, Singing, and Crafts at the Levi Library.

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, November 27, 2024 at 10:30am - 1:00pm
Lobby at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Veterans Assistance
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

 Attention Veterans in Memphis: If you’re struggling with homelessness, help is available! Join us at the Memphis Public Library starting Monday, September 16, 2024, from 10:3...

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.

Storytime

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Story Time Room at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5)
Event Details:

Come to the Cordova Branch Library for Storytime.  Share stories, songs and crafts.This week's theme - Happy Thanksgiving!For all ages and no registration is needed.

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5)
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

Come to the Cordova Branch Library for Storytime.  Share stories, songs and crafts.

This week's theme - Happy Thanksgiving!

For all ages and no registration is needed.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Easy Step by Step Computer Class for Adults

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:45pm
Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us at Hollywood for our weekly technology classes. Learn all about how to best use technology to your advantage! The first hour will be a structured class and the last 45 minu...

Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Meeting Room (HOL)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Event Details:

Join us at Hollywood for our weekly technology classes. Learn all about how to best use technology to your advantage! The first hour will be a structured class and the last 45 minutes, we will answer questions about devices. See you there!

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.

Bingo Wednesday @ Levi

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Library Outdoor Grounds (LEV) at Levi Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

We encourage our seniors to come to the Levi Library and test their skills in our Bingo Wednesday! Our special guest will be Dale Street!If you have any questions, please call us a...

Library Branch: Levi Library
Room: Library Outdoor Grounds (LEV)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

We encourage our seniors to come to the Levi Library and test their skills in our Bingo Wednesday! Our special guest will be Dale Street!

If you have any questions, please call us at 901-415-2773!

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.

Power Hour

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 12:30pm - 5:00pm
Levi Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
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! 

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!


 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mental Health (Lunch) Break: Suicide Prevention—Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR)

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
L-56 Training Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Lincoln Coffman, Lifeline Peer Project Coordinator with Church Health, continues a 5-part monthly series addressing important topics in mental health, addiction and recovery.This p...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: L-56 Training Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Lincoln Coffman, Lifeline Peer Project Coordinator with Church Health, continues a 5-part monthly series addressing important topics in mental health, addiction and recovery.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

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 to the Dog

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Area (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Do you love reading? Do you love dogs? Join us and experience both by reading a book to Lovie, the library therapy dog! Lovie loves books, so please join us and have fun reading to...

Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Children's Area (RAL)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Do you love reading? Do you love dogs? Join us and experience both by reading a book to Lovie, the library therapy dog! Lovie loves books, so please join us and have fun reading to Lovie.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Day -Teen Innovation Center

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Innovation Center at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, College Preparation, Cooking and Food, Games, Health & Wellness, Movies, Music, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Come lean a new skill and have fun here at Cordova in the Teen Innovation centercraftscookingmoviesgamesand more

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, College Preparation, Cooking and Food, Games, Health & Wellness, Movies, Music, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Event Details:

Come lean a new skill and have fun here at Cordova in the Teen Innovation center

  • crafts
  • cooking
  • movies
  • games
  • and more

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Do you want to become a U. S. Citizen?

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Cordova Library
Program Type:
Citizenship/ESL
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Participants can learn about the United States and prepare for the Citizenship exam.

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

Participants can learn about the United States and prepare for the Citizenship exam.

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.

The Writer's Block

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Connect Crew
Program Type:
Outreach Event, Poetry and Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
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 gathe...

Offsite Event
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.

Thanksgiving (All Libraries Closed)

All Day
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, Cherokee Library, CLOUD901, Connect Crew, Cordova Library, Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library, Cossitt Library, East Shelby Library, Frayser Library, Gaston Park Library, Hollywood Library, JobLINC, Levi Library, North Library, Officer Geoffrey Redd Library, Orange Mound Library, Parkway Village Library, Raleigh Library, Randolph Library, South Library, Whitehaven Library
Closing
Branches:
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, Cherokee Library, CLOUD901, Connect Crew, Cordova Library, Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library, Cossitt Library, East Shelby Library, Frayser Library, Gaston Park Library, Hollywood Library, JobLINC, Levi Library, North Library, Officer Geoffrey Redd Library, Orange Mound Library, Parkway Village Library, Raleigh Library, Randolph Library, South Library, Whitehaven Library