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Merry Makers

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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:

Kids will enjoy crafting fun and festive projects. Each session is filled with holiday spirit as little hands design unique gifts and keepsakes to share with family and friends. Th...

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:

Kids will enjoy crafting fun and festive projects. Each session is filled with holiday spirit as little hands design unique gifts and keepsakes to share with family and friends.

Holiday Movie Magic

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Holidays
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Join us for a magical journey through the world of holiday films! Kids will enjoy classic Christmas movies filled with festive cheer, heartwarming stories, and delightful character...

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

Join us for a magical journey through the world of holiday films! Kids will enjoy classic Christmas movies filled with festive cheer, heartwarming stories, and delightful characters.

4th Annual Whitehaven Library Boys Coat Drive

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room (WHI) at Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Holidays, Music
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Event Details:

Whitehaven Library's 4th Annual Boys Winter Coat Drive will take place December 06, 2024, at 3:30pm. Items will be distributed on a first come, first served basis. If you'd like to...

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Meeting Room (WHI)
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Holidays, Music
Event Details:

Whitehaven Library's 4th Annual Boys Winter Coat Drive will take place December 06, 2024, at 3:30pm. Items will be distributed on a first come, first served basis.

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.

Christmas Crafternoon

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Holidays
Age Group:
Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Come along to Whitehaven and spend the afternoon making various, fantastic crafts for the Holiday Season!

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Age Group: Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Holidays
Event Details:

Come along to Whitehaven and spend the afternoon making various, fantastic crafts for the Holiday Season!

Merry Makers

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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:

Kids will enjoy crafting fun and festive projects. Each session is filled with holiday spirit as little hands design unique gifts and keepsakes to share with family and friends. Th...

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:

Kids will enjoy crafting fun and festive projects. Each session is filled with holiday spirit as little hands design unique gifts and keepsakes to share with family and friends.

Coleman Chorus Christmas Performance

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Children's Area (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Holidays, Music
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Come in to hear the talented students of Coleman Elementary sing holiday songs that are sure to get you in the holiday spirit. Performance by grades 3-6th. 

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

Come in to hear the talented students of Coleman Elementary sing holiday songs that are sure to get you in the holiday spirit. Performance by grades 3-6th. 

Ornament Painting and Making

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Cordova Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Holidays
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Join us on Thursday, December 12 at 3:00 to make special, original holiday ornaments. Using your own creativity, paint, and plain plastic ornaments you  can keep these for you...

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holidays
Event Details:

Join us on Thursday, December 12 at 3:00 to make special, original holiday ornaments. Using your own creativity, paint, and plain plastic ornaments you  can keep these for yourself or have a lovely gift for someone.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

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We Thank You! Appreciation for First Responders and Orange Mound Friends of the Library

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Holidays, Neighborhood Events
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Calling all first responders and Friends of the Library in the Orange Mound community! We would like to thank our most important supporters by providing pastries and cocoa on this ...

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room (OM)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Holidays, Neighborhood Events
Event Details:

Calling all first responders and Friends of the Library in the Orange Mound community! We would like to thank our most important supporters by providing pastries and cocoa on this special day!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Pictures with Santa

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Lobby Stage at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Holidays
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for holiday crafts, popcorn and of course Santa. 

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Lobby Stage
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Holidays
Event Details:

Join us for holiday crafts, popcorn and of course Santa. 

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.

The Orange Mound Game Lounge with Holiday Music and Hot Cocoa!

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Games, Holidays, Music
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Looking for a fun way to unwind and connect with others? The Orange Mound Game Lounge is an adults-only space where we play modern board games and just have a good time—no experien...

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games, Holidays, Music
Event Details:

Looking for a fun way to unwind and connect with others? The Orange Mound Game Lounge is an adults-only space where we play modern board games and just have a good time—no experience needed!

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.

Holiday Ornaments

Creating Holiday Ornaments

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB) at East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Holidays
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us to create your favorite family holiday ornaments!

Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holidays
Event Details:

Join us to create your favorite family holiday ornaments!

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.

Cookies with Santa!

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (WHI) at Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Holidays, Music, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Event Details:

 You're Invited to Cookies with Santa! 🎅🍪Join us for a festive afternoon filled with fun, laughter, and delicious treats!Get ready to enjoy delicious cookies, share your holid...

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Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Meeting Room (WHI)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holidays, Music, Story Times
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Seats Remaining: 54
Event Details:

 

You're Invited to Cookies with Santa! 🎅🍪

Join us for a festive afternoon filled with fun, laughter, and delicious treats!

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.

Gingerbread House Party

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Kitchen at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Holidays
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Kids will have all the supplies they need to design their own festive gingerbread houses, from colorful icing to candy decorations. Compete for fun prizes or simply enjoy the joy o...

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

Kids will have all the supplies they need to design their own festive gingerbread houses, from colorful icing to candy decorations. Compete for fun prizes or simply enjoy the joy of decorating!

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Deck the Halls-Ornament Painting

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Holidays
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Get into the holiday spirit with our Paint Your Own Ornament event. All ages are invited to get creative and personalize their own festive ornaments. We will provide wooden or...

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room (OM)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holidays
Event Details:

Get into the holiday spirit with our Paint Your Own Ornament event. All ages are invited to get creative and personalize their own festive ornaments. 

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

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Deck the Halls-Ornament Painting

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Holidays
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Get into the holiday spirit with our Paint Your Own Ornament event. All ages are invited to get creative and personalize their own festive ornaments. We will provide wooden or...

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room (OM)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holidays
Event Details:

Get into the holiday spirit with our Paint Your Own Ornament event. All ages are invited to get creative and personalize their own festive ornaments. 

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Merry Makers

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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:

Kids will enjoy crafting fun and festive projects. Each session is filled with holiday spirit as little hands design unique gifts and keepsakes to share with family and friends. Th...

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:

Kids will enjoy crafting fun and festive projects. Each session is filled with holiday spirit as little hands design unique gifts and keepsakes to share with family and friends.

Poster for the movie "Last Holiday" with Queen Latifah in modest outfit on left and a red evening gown on the right.

Cinema Showcase: Last Holiday (2006)

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Holidays, Movies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Looking for a festive film to get into the Christmas spirit? Join us on December 18 from 12 to 2 pm for popcorn and a screening of the holiday comedy, Last Holiday (2006)! Follow t...

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Holidays, Movies
Event Details:

Looking for a festive film to get into the Christmas spirit? Join us on December 18 from 12 to 2 pm for popcorn and a screening of the holiday comedy, Last Holiday (2006)!

Holiday Movie Magic

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Holidays
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Join us for a magical journey through the world of holiday films! Kids will enjoy classic Christmas movies filled with festive cheer, heartwarming stories, and delightful character...

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

Join us for a magical journey through the world of holiday films! Kids will enjoy classic Christmas movies filled with festive cheer, heartwarming stories, and delightful characters.

Christmas Stocking

Christmas Stockings Arts & Crafts

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Holidays
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Celebrating the 12 Day of Christmas, we here at the Orange Mound branch would like to invite you and your loved ones to a festive hour of arts, crafts, and music to get the holiday...

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holidays
Event Details:

Celebrating the 12 Day of Christmas, we here at the Orange Mound branch would like to invite you and your loved ones to a festive hour of arts, crafts, and music to get the holiday vibes going and bring in that Christmas cheer!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Kenneth Jackson playing his black hollow body Gibson guitar.

Tis a Soulful Season: Holiday Concert with Kenneth Jackson

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, Holidays, Music
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Enjoy the soulful music of Kenneth Jackson as he ushers in the holiday season for the Orange Mound community. A very special holiday treat!Kenneth Jackson has performed worldwide w...

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room (OM)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Holidays, Music
Event Details:

Enjoy the soulful music of Kenneth Jackson as he ushers in the holiday season for the Orange Mound community. A very special holiday treat!

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

Cards for Claus

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
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:

Spread some holiday cheer by making your own festive Christmas cards! Kids will design and decorate personalized cards to create the perfect holiday greetings. Whether for family, ...

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:

Spread some holiday cheer by making your own festive Christmas cards! Kids will design and decorate personalized cards to create the perfect holiday greetings.

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Trim the Tree!

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Holidays, Neighborhood Events
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

It's time to trim the tree at the Orange Mound Library! Come deck the halls and hang ornaments handmade by the Orange Mound Library community!We will have hot cocoa and holiday mus...

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

It's time to trim the tree at the Orange Mound Library! Come deck the halls and hang ornaments handmade by the Orange Mound Library community!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

joyce cobb

Joyce Cobb & Band: A Holiday Concert presented by Creative Aging

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Holidays, Music
Age Group:
Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for an unforgettable performance by Memphis’s own Joyce Cobb, hailed as “one of Memphis’s great musical treasures.” Joyce's illustrious career has taken her from recor...

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Age Group: Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Holidays, Music
Event Details:

Join us for an unforgettable performance by Memphis’s own Joyce Cobb, hailed as “one of Memphis’s great musical treasures.” 

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.

Reindeer Games

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Holidays
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Kids will navigate through a holiday-themed obstacle course packed with surprises and seasonal cheer. With each twist and turn, there’s excitement and adventure around every corner...

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

Kids will navigate through a holiday-themed obstacle course packed with surprises and seasonal cheer. With each twist and turn, there’s excitement and adventure around every corner.