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Embracing Autism

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us as we share information and resources about Autism Spectrum Disorder. Helping those with autism make friends and develop their social skills in a safe and fun environment.&...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAL)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join us as we share information and resources about Autism Spectrum Disorder. Helping those with autism make friends and develop their social skills in a safe and fun environment. 

 

 

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Photograph Notice

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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.

Family Fun - Blackbeard the Pirate Day

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Story Time Room at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, History/Genealogy, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Ahoy!  Come to the Cordova Branch Library for Blackbeard the Pirate Day.  Learn all about this famous pirate from Captain Davy.  Meet the mermaids who bring treasure...

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, History/Genealogy, Story Times
Event Details:

Ahoy!  Come to the Cordova Branch Library for Blackbeard the Pirate Day.  Learn all about this famous pirate from Captain Davy.  Meet the mermaids who bring treasures and stories.

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

Family Storytime - Giving Thanks

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Children's Area at South Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Event Details:

Family storytimes are a great opportunity for children and caretakers to come together, hear stories, sing songs, and work together on crafts or other activities. Join us for books...

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

Family storytimes are a great opportunity for children and caretakers to come together, hear stories, sing songs, and work together on crafts or other activities. Join us for books about the importance of gratitude in our daily lives! 

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.

African American Life and Culture in Orange Mound with Dr. Charles Williams

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Community Information, Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Neighborhood Events
Event Details:

On November 23, Dr. Charles Williams will be speaking at the Orange Mound Public Library. Dr. Williams will focus specifically on African American life and culture in Orange Mound,...

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room (OM)
Program Type: Community Information, Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Neighborhood Events
Event Details:

On November 23, Dr. Charles Williams will be speaking at the Orange Mound Public Library. Dr.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Language Learning Class (ELL)

Saturday, November 23, 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. 

Cooking Demonstration: Power Mix Snacks Bars

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (ESB) at East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Cooking and Food
Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Meeting Room A (ESB)
Program Type: Cooking and Food
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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Memphest!!!

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Neighborhood Events
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Do you love Memphis? We do! Join us in celebrating our city!  Enjoy free food, live music from local bands, and story time and crafts. Learn about what your libraries and comm...

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Children's Area (OM)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Neighborhood Events
Event Details:

Do you love Memphis? We do! Join us in celebrating our city!  Enjoy free food, live music from local bands, and story time and crafts.

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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

I Read That Movie @ the Library: NOMADLAND

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
L-56 Training Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Movies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

For November, our "page-to-screen" book club, I Read That Movie @ the Library, is reading the 2017 nonfiction book Nomadlland: Surviving America in the Twenty-First Century, writte...

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: L-56 Training Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Movies
Event Details:

For November, our "page-to-screen" book club, I Read That Movie @ the Library, is reading the 2017 nonfiction book Nomadlland: Surviving America in the Twenty-First Century, written by Columbia Journalism School adjunct professor Jessica

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 "Adults" group.

One Room School House Crochet Class

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

If you've ever wanted to join  a guild or informal crocheting group but don't know where to start, then you've come to the right place. Beginners and advance crocheters are we...

Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

If you've ever wanted to join  a guild or informal crocheting group but don't know where to start, then you've come to the right place. Beginners and advance crocheters are welcome to share ideas and join the fun.

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 "Adults" group.

BookTok Book Club

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (OGR) at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A book club for anyone who gets their book recommendations online. Our November book is Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno Garcia. A gothic horror set in the Mexican countryside at an...

Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Meeting Room (OGR)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

A book club for anyone who gets their book recommendations online. Our November book is Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno Garcia.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Heart and Soul Book Club

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (COR) at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

November's books are:While We Were Burning by Sara KoffiThe Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBrideThe Co-Worker by Freida McFadden

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Meeting Room (COR)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

November's books are:

While We Were Burning by Sara Koffi

The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride

The Co-Worker by Freida McFadden

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

Thankful Saturday!

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Holidays, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8)
Event Details:

Kids are invited to come to their Randolph Branch Library and make gratitude themed crafts and cards.

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAN)
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holidays, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Event Details:

Kids are invited to come to their Randolph Branch Library and make gratitude themed crafts and cards.

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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Electronics and Electricity Seminar

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (WHI) at Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Job and Career, STEAM stem
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Joseph Oliver and a variety of skilled professionals conduct weekly classes with customers participating in hands-on repair and learning exercises. Participants will be exposed to ...

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Meeting Room (WHI)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Job and Career, STEAM stem
Event Details:

Joseph Oliver and a variety of skilled professionals conduct weekly classes with customers participating in hands-on repair and learning exercises. Participants will be exposed to the basics of electricity and electronics theory and repair.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Gadget Lab

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lobby at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Bring your tablet, laptop, or smart device and receive one-on-one technical assistance in accessing the Library’s digital services.  This is not a formal class and customers r...

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Event Details:

Bring your tablet, laptop, or smart device and receive one-on-one technical assistance in accessing the Library’s digital services.  This is not a formal class and customers receive assistance on a first-come first-served basis.  

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

Pre-School Storytime

Monday, November 25, 2024 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)
Event Details:

Enjoy stories, songs, and fun as children ages 3-5 are introduced to the joy-filled world of children’s books. Groups must pre-register.

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:

Enjoy stories, songs, and fun as children ages 3-5 are introduced to the joy-filled world of children’s books. Groups must pre-register.

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.

Toddler Storytime

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Randolph Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5)
Event Details:

Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to Randolph Library for stories, songs, rhymes and a craft!

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

Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to Randolph Library for stories, songs, rhymes and a craft!

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 Story Time

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Area (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5)
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled story time, for ages 0-2.

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

Join us for a fun-filled story time, for ages 0-2.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Chair Yoga

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (OGR) at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Do you enjoy light exercise? If so, this is perfect for you. Chair yoga is great for seniors and those with minimal mobility.  Please bring your own mat. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Meeting Room (OGR)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Do you enjoy light exercise? If so, this is perfect for you. Chair yoga is great for seniors and those with minimal mobility.  Please bring your own mat. 

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

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

VA HCHV and LINC/211 Outreach for Homeless Veterans

Monday, November 25, 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.
This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group.

Family Storytime

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB) at East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Event Details:

Bring the family to storytime to explore stories and facts, shake your sillies out, sing and rhyme together, and more! This storytime occurs on Mondays at 11:00 a.m.East Shelb...

Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

Bring the family to storytime to explore stories and facts, shake your sillies out, sing and rhyme together, and more! 

This storytime occurs on Mondays at 11:00 a.m.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Language Learning Class (ELL)

Monday, November 25, 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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Power Hour

Monday, November 25, 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.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

Chair Yoga

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Come out and enjoy chair yoga with other adults as well as a refreshing smoothie afterwards.

Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Meeting Room (HOL)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Come out and enjoy chair yoga with other adults as well as a refreshing smoothie afterwards.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Movie Mondays - Ferris Bueller's Day Off

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 3:45pm - 6:00pm
Lounge at CLOUD901
Program Type:
Movies, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Welcome to Movie Mondays at CLOUD901! In the month of October, we will be featuring a different scary movie each Monday.We will have a brief discussion before each film (5-10 minut...

Open
Required
Library Branch: CLOUD901
Room: Lounge
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, STEAM arts
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Welcome to Movie Mondays at CLOUD901! In the month of October, we will be featuring a different scary movie each Monday.