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Story Time!

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Area (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5)

Come and join us for a super cool story time! 

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Children's Area (OM)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5)
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

Come and join us for a super cool story time! 

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.

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

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Story Time Room at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5)

Come to the Cordova Branch Library for Baby Storytime.  Share stories and songs and bubbles!

This week's theme - Cute Cows.

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 Baby Storytime.  Share stories and songs and bubbles!

This week's theme - Cute Cows.

No registration is needed.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Gameday - Bingo Edition

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults

Come out and fellowship with games of Bingo and playful association.

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

Come out and fellowship with games of Bingo and playful association.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Basic Computer Class

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (GPK) at Gaston Park Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Adults-Seniors

Learn the Basics of Using a Computer

Library Branch: Gaston Park Library
Room: Meeting Room (GPK)
Age Group: Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Event Details:

Learn the Basics of Using a Computer

This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Cooking with the Chef

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Kitchen at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Cooking and Food
Age Group:
Adults-Seniors

Join 2024 James Beard Award nominee for Best Chef, Daris Leatherwood, for an unforgettable culinary experience!

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Kitchen
Age Group: Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Cooking and Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join 2024 James Beard Award nominee for Best Chef, Daris Leatherwood, for an unforgettable culinary experience!

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 "Adults" group

Power Hour Gym @ Levi

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 12:30pm - 5:00pm
Levi Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

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!


 

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

A One Woman Show: Jackie Murray as Harriet Tubman

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room (SOU) at South Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Theater
Age Group:
Adults-Seniors

Come join us for this amazing One woman show by Jackie Murray as Harriet Tubman!  This program is sponsored by Creative Aging!

Library Branch: South Library
Room: Meeting Room (SOU)
Age Group: Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Theater
Event Details:

Come join us for this amazing One woman show by Jackie Murray as Harriet Tubman!  This program is sponsored by Creative Aging!

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-Seniors" group

Mah Jong Club

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room (OGR) at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults-Seniors

Like to play Mah Jong but need friends to play with?  Our Club might be for you.

Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Meeting Room (OGR)
Age Group: Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Like to play Mah Jong but need friends to play with?  Our Club might be for you.

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

Memphis Zoo Storytime

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Connect Crew
Program Type:
Outreach Event, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Connect Crew will be hosting a family storytime event at the Memphis Zoo! The storytime and animal meet and greet program will be held inside the Rondoval building (near the hippos).

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Connect Crew
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Outreach Event, Story Times
Event Details:

Connect Crew will be hosting a family storytime event at the Memphis Zoo! The storytime and animal meet and greet program will be held inside the Rondoval building (near the hippos).

This event is in the "Teens" group

Study Club in the Homework Zone 🧠

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
CLOUD901
Age Group:
Teens

Need a place to knock out assignments or just reflect on a busy day? Study Club is a drop-in opportunity for teens to recharge and get work done.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: CLOUD901
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Need a place to knock out assignments or just reflect on a busy day? Study Club is a drop-in opportunity for teens to recharge and get work done.

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

Movie in the Haven: Straight Outta Nowhere: Scooby-Doo! Meets Courage the Cowardly Dog

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Innovation Center at Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Movies, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)

Join us for a howling good time as we celebrate National Dog Day with two of the most beloved (and bravest...

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies, STEAM arts
Event Details:

Join us for a howling good time as we celebrate National Dog Day with two of the most beloved (and bravest...

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Let's Get Moving with Yoga

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room (COR) at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

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

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Meeting Room (COR)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

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

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tech Help @ the Haven

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Adults

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

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Age Group: 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 0-5)" group
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Long Live the King!-Chess Club

Tuesday, August 26, 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, August 27, 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! 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! No groups please.

This event is in the "Adults" group

LINC/211 and Memphis VA - Partner to provide Homeless Information Tables - Monday and Wednesday

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 10:30am - 1:00pm
Lobby at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Veterans Assistance
Age Group:
Adults

Memphis Public Libraries – LINC/211 and the Memphis VA host an information table every Monday and Wednesday to help connect homeless veterans with the services they need.

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

Memphis Public Libraries – LINC/211 and the Memphis VA host an information table every Monday and Wednesday to help connect homeless veterans with the services they need.

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

Story Times @ Crenshaw

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5)

You are welcome to bring your child to Story Time@ Crenshaw. Pre-K story time offers children, parents and caregivers stories, songs and movement to nurture imagination and creativity through exposure to storybook characters and fun songs.

Library Branch: Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5)
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

You are welcome to bring your child to Story Time@ Crenshaw. Pre-K story time offers children, parents and caregivers stories, songs and movement to nurture imagination and creativity through exposure to storybook characters and fun songs.

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

Storytime

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Story Time Room at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5)

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

This week's theme - Cute Cows!

No registration 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 and songs and crafts.

This week's theme - Cute Cows!

No registration needed.

This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Piano Class- Creative Aging

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (WHI) at Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Community Information, Health & Wellness, Music
Age Group:
Adults-Seniors

Have you always been interested in learning how to play the piano? Join musician Stephen Lee of Memphis Jazz Workshop for this 8-week course to learn. The piano is a beautiful instrument and learning it could help express creativity and emotions.

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Meeting Room (WHI)
Age Group: Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Community Information, Health & Wellness, Music
Event Details:

Have you always been interested in learning how to play the piano? Join musician Stephen Lee of Memphis Jazz Workshop for this 8-week course to learn. The piano is a beautiful instrument and learning it could help express creativity and emotions.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Easy Step-By-Step Computer Class

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Come out and learn the basics of computer literacy, which will include one hour of a basic curriculum and one hour of answering technology related questions with your phone, tablet, or laptop.

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

Come out and learn the basics of computer literacy, which will include one hour of a basic curriculum and one hour of answering technology related questions with your phone, tablet, or laptop.

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

Bingo & Beyond

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room (GPK) at Gaston Park Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Playing a mix of games strengthens memory, focus, strategy, and quick thinking.

Library Branch: Gaston Park Library
Room: Meeting Room (GPK)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Playing a mix of games strengthens memory, focus, strategy, and quick thinking.

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

Notary Services

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
3rd Floor Reading Area - Walnut Grove Side at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Legal Assistance
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Memphis Public Libraries provides free notary services to the public during drop-in hours: WEDNESDAYS from Noon – 2 PM at the Central Library in the Business & Sciences Department on the 3rd floor.

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

Memphis Public Libraries provides free notary services to the public during drop-in hours: WEDNESDAYS from Noon – 2 PM at the Central Library in the Business & Sciences Department on the 3rd floor.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Line Dancing for Beginners

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Come out, enjoy and have fun learning our basic line dancing steps at a slower pace. This class is more instructional and repetitive. This class is cardio-driven and more about movement than technique.

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

Come out, enjoy and have fun learning our basic line dancing steps at a slower pace. This class is more instructional and repetitive. This class is cardio-driven and more about movement than technique.

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 "Adults" group

Power Hour Gym @ Levi

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 12:30pm - 5:00pm
Levi Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

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!


 

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.