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Toddler Storytime

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Floor at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5)

Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to join us for Toddler Storytime at Randolph Library on Mondays at 10:30. We will read stories, sing, enjoy bubble time, and do a craft!

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Main Floor
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Event Details:

Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to join us for Toddler Storytime at Randolph Library on Mondays at 10:30. We will read stories, sing, enjoy bubble time, and do a craft!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo

Baby Story Time

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Children's Area at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Program Type:
Literacy Instruction
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5)

Songs and books that are perfect for your youngest ones! Baby Story Time occurs weekly and is best suited for children 0-2. 

Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5)
Program Type: Literacy Instruction
Event Details:

Songs and books that are perfect for your youngest ones! Baby Story Time occurs weekly and is best suited for children 0-2. 

sky blue background with an open book that has a castle, mountain, rainbow, and balloon popping out of it. There's a ribbon that says "Story Time" above the image

South Branch Storytime

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Area at South Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)

Children will enjoy an interactive and engaging storytime that is sure to keep them wanting more! Each storytime will include a read-aloud of 2-3 books, movement activities, and a craft!

Library Branch: South Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Event Details:

Children will enjoy an interactive and engaging storytime that is sure to keep them wanting more! Each storytime will include a read-aloud of 2-3 books, movement activities, and a craft!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo

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.

Sensory Storytime

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)

Join us on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 at Randolph Library for Sensory Storytime! Sensory storytime is a welcoming, interactive environment designed for special sensory seeking children with autism or other sensory integration.

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAN)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Event Details:

Join us on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 at Randolph Library for Sensory Storytime! Sensory storytime is a welcoming, interactive environment designed for special sensory seeking children with autism or other sensory integration.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo

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.

Story Time at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library

Toddler/Preschool Story Time!

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Music, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)

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: Children's Area
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Music, Story Times
Event Details:

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

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Chat & Chew Tween Book Club

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB) at East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Literacy Instruction
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12)

January!!!

Tweens, join in on the fun of designing your own book bag and receive a book passport at the book club meeting.

 

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

January!!!

Tweens, join in on the fun of designing your own book bag and receive a book passport at the book club meeting.

 

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo

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.

Toddler Storytime

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Floor at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5)

Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to join us for Toddler Storytime at Randolph Library on Mondays at 10:30. We will read stories, sing, enjoy bubble time, and do a craft!

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Main Floor
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Event Details:

Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to join us for Toddler Storytime at Randolph Library on Mondays at 10:30. We will read stories, sing, enjoy bubble time, and do a craft!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo
sky blue background with an open book that has a castle, mountain, rainbow, and balloon popping out of it. There's a ribbon that says "Story Time" above the image

South Branch Storytime

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Area at South Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)

Children will enjoy an interactive and engaging storytime that is sure to keep them wanting more! Each storytime will include a read-aloud of 2-3 books, movement activities, and a craft!

Library Branch: South Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Event Details:

Children will enjoy an interactive and engaging storytime that is sure to keep them wanting more! Each storytime will include a read-aloud of 2-3 books, movement activities, and a craft!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo

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.

Sensory Storytime

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)

Join us on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 at Randolph Library for Sensory Storytime! Sensory storytime is a welcoming, interactive environment designed for special sensory seeking children with autism or other sensory integration.

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAN)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Event Details:

Join us on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 at Randolph Library for Sensory Storytime! Sensory storytime is a welcoming, interactive environment designed for special sensory seeking children with autism or other sensory integration.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo

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.

Story Time at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library

Musical Story Time!

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (OGR) at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Music, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)

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

 

Special Storytime led by Opera Memphis

Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Meeting Room (OGR)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Music, Story Times
Event Details:

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

 

Special Storytime led by Opera Memphis

Toddler Storytime

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Floor at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5)

Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to join us for Toddler Storytime at Randolph Library on Mondays at 10:30. We will read stories, sing, enjoy bubble time, and do a craft!

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Main Floor
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Event Details:

Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to join us for Toddler Storytime at Randolph Library on Mondays at 10:30. We will read stories, sing, enjoy bubble time, and do a craft!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo
sky blue background with an open book that has a castle, mountain, rainbow, and balloon popping out of it. There's a ribbon that says "Story Time" above the image

South Branch Storytime

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Area at South Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)

Children will enjoy an interactive and engaging storytime that is sure to keep them wanting more! Each storytime will include a read-aloud of 2-3 books, movement activities, and a craft!

Library Branch: South Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Event Details:

Children will enjoy an interactive and engaging storytime that is sure to keep them wanting more! Each storytime will include a read-aloud of 2-3 books, movement activities, and a craft!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo

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.

Sensory Storytime

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)

Join us on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 at Randolph Library for Sensory Storytime! Sensory storytime is a welcoming, interactive environment designed for special sensory seeking children with autism or other sensory integration.

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAN)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Event Details:

Join us on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 at Randolph Library for Sensory Storytime! Sensory storytime is a welcoming, interactive environment designed for special sensory seeking children with autism or other sensory integration.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo

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.

Story Time at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library

Toddler/Preschool Story Time!

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Music, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)

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: Children's Area
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Music, Story Times
Event Details:

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

Legos

Lego Club

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB) at East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, STEAM stem
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Join us for an exciting experience of building, creating, and making new friends!

Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB)
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, STEAM stem
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting experience of building, creating, and making new friends!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo

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.

sky blue background with an open book that has a castle, mountain, rainbow, and balloon popping out of it. There's a ribbon that says "Story Time" above the image

South Branch Storytime

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Area at South Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)

Children will enjoy an interactive and engaging storytime that is sure to keep them wanting more! Each storytime will include a read-aloud of 2-3 books, movement activities, and a craft!

Library Branch: South Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Event Details:

Children will enjoy an interactive and engaging storytime that is sure to keep them wanting more! Each storytime will include a read-aloud of 2-3 books, movement activities, and a craft!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo

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.

Sensory Storytime

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)

Join us on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 at Randolph Library for Sensory Storytime! Sensory storytime is a welcoming, interactive environment designed for special sensory seeking children with autism or other sensory integration.

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAN)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Event Details:

Join us on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 at Randolph Library for Sensory Storytime! Sensory storytime is a welcoming, interactive environment designed for special sensory seeking children with autism or other sensory integration.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo

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.

Story Time at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library

Toddler/Preschool Story Time!

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Music, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)

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: Children's Area
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Music, Story Times
Event Details:

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

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Read with a Pup! (Children's Reading Therapy Program)

Saturday, February 21, 2026 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! Join us every third Saturday at the Central Library in the Children's story time room from 11 - 1pm.

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
Event Details:

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

Toddler Storytime

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Floor at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5)

Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to join us for Toddler Storytime at Randolph Library on Mondays at 10:30. We will read stories, sing, enjoy bubble time, and do a craft!

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Main Floor
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Event Details:

Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to join us for Toddler Storytime at Randolph Library on Mondays at 10:30. We will read stories, sing, enjoy bubble time, and do a craft!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo
sky blue background with an open book that has a castle, mountain, rainbow, and balloon popping out of it. There's a ribbon that says "Story Time" above the image

South Branch Storytime

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Area at South Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)

Children will enjoy an interactive and engaging storytime that is sure to keep them wanting more! Each storytime will include a read-aloud of 2-3 books, movement activities, and a craft!

Library Branch: South Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Event Details:

Children will enjoy an interactive and engaging storytime that is sure to keep them wanting more! Each storytime will include a read-aloud of 2-3 books, movement activities, and a craft!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo

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.

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History Showdown

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Area at Frayser Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, Games, Literacy Instruction
Age Group:
Teens


History Trivia Challenge

Library Branch: Frayser Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Games, Literacy Instruction
Event Details:


History Trivia Challenge

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo

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.

Sensory Storytime

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)

Join us on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 at Randolph Library for Sensory Storytime! Sensory storytime is a welcoming, interactive environment designed for special sensory seeking children with autism or other sensory integration.

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAN)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Event Details:

Join us on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 at Randolph Library for Sensory Storytime! Sensory storytime is a welcoming, interactive environment designed for special sensory seeking children with autism or other sensory integration.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo

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.

Story Time at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library

Toddler/Preschool Story Time!

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Music, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)

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: Children's Area
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Music, Story Times
Event Details:

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