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 Long Live the King!-Chess Club Tuesday, February 17, 2026 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. View Details 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 Feb 17 2026 Tue Long Live the King!-Chess Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library 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 6-8)" group Outreach- Dexter Elementary School Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:30am Offsite Location at Cordova Library Program Type: Outreach Event Age Group: Children (Age 6-8) Outreach - Dexter Elementary School - 2nd grade: puppet show and craft View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Outreach- Dexter Elementary School 9:00am–10:30am Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library Room: Offsite Location Age Group: Children (Age 6-8) Program Type: Outreach Event Event Details: Outreach - Dexter Elementary School - 2nd grade: puppet show and craft
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group AARP Free Tax Preparation Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm 3rd Floor Reading Area - Poplar Side at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Tax Assistance Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors AARP Foundation’s IRS-certified volunteers provide FREE basic income tax return preparation with electronic filing to qualified individuals. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Feb 18 2026 Wed AARP Free Tax Preparation 10:00am–2:00pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: 3rd Floor Reading Area - Poplar Side Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Tax Assistance Event Details: AARP Foundation’s IRS-certified volunteers provide FREE basic income tax return preparation with electronic filing to qualified individuals.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Free Tax Preparation by United Way of the Mid-South Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm Raleigh Library Program Type: Tax Assistance Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors United Way of the Mid-South IRS-certified volunteers will provide FREE basic income tax return preparation. The schedule is from Tuesday to Saturday, closed on Mondays and holidays. For more information, please call 901-415-2778 View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Free Tax Preparation by United Way of the Mid-South 10:00am–4:00pm Raleigh Library Library Branch: Raleigh Library Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Tax Assistance Event Details: United Way of the Mid-South IRS-certified volunteers will provide FREE basic income tax return preparation. The schedule is from Tuesday to Saturday, closed on Mondays and holidays. For more information, please call 901-415-2778
This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group Toddler Storytime Wednesday, February 18, 2026 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) Toddlers will enjoy an interactive and engaging storytime that is sure to keep them wanting more! With a focus on early literacy skills, each storytime will include a read-aloud of 2-3 books, movement activities, and more. View Details This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Toddler Storytime 10:15am–11:00am Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children (Age 0-5) Program Type: Story Times Event Details: Toddlers will enjoy an interactive and engaging storytime that is sure to keep them wanting more! With a focus on early literacy skills, each storytime will include a read-aloud of 2-3 books, movement activities, and more. 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 This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Take Charge of Diabetes with UT Extension Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm Meeting Room B (FRA) at Frayser Library Program Type: Cooking and Food, Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Join the Shelby County UT/TSU Extension Office for the Take Charge of Diabetes classes! These informative sessions are designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively manage your diabetes and live a healthier life. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Take Charge of Diabetes with UT Extension 10:30am–12:30pm Frayser Library Library Branch: Frayser Library Room: Meeting Room B (FRA) Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Cooking and Food, Health & Wellness Event Details: Join the Shelby County UT/TSU Extension Office for the Take Charge of Diabetes classes! These informative sessions are designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively manage your diabetes and live a healthier life. 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 Storytime @ Crenshaw Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am Library Outdoor Grounds (CRE) at Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library Program Type: Story Times Age Group: Children (Age 0-5) Come to the Cornelia Crenshaw Library for Storytime read-alouds, song, and movement. View Details This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Storytime @ Crenshaw 11:00am–11:30am Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library Library Branch: Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library Room: Library Outdoor Grounds (CRE) Age Group: Children (Age 0-5) Program Type: Story Times Event Details: Come to the Cornelia Crenshaw Library for Storytime read-alouds, song, and movement.
This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group Storytime @ Crenshaw Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am Children's Area (CRE) at Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library Program Type: Story Times Age Group: Children (Age 0-5) Come to the Cornelia Crenshaw Library for Storytime read-alouds, song, and movement. View Details This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Storytime @ Crenshaw 11:00am–11:30am Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library Library Branch: Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library Room: Children's Area (CRE) Age Group: Children (Age 0-5) Program Type: Story Times Event Details: Come to the Cornelia Crenshaw Library for Storytime read-alouds, song, and movement.
This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group Storytime Wednesday, February 18, 2026 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 craftsThis week's theme - MusicNo registration is needed. View Details This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Storytime 11:00am–11:45am Cordova Library 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 craftsThis week's theme - MusicNo registration is needed.
This event is in the "Adults" group United Way Tax Preparation Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 4:00pm Meeting Room (WHI) at Whitehaven Library Program Type: Tax Assistance Age Group: Adults 2026 United Way Free Tax Preparation View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 18 2026 Wed United Way Tax Preparation 11:00am–4:00pm Whitehaven Library Library Branch: Whitehaven Library Room: Meeting Room (WHI) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Tax Assistance Event Details: 2026 United Way Free Tax Preparation
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Bingo Wednesday @ Levi Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 11:30am - 1:00pm Meeting Room (LEV) at Levi Library Program Type: Games Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors We encourage our seniors to come to the Levi Library and test their skills in our Bingo Wednesday!If you have any questions, please call us at 901-415-2773! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Bingo Wednesday @ Levi 11:30am–1:00pm Levi Library Library Branch: Levi Library Room: Meeting Room (LEV) Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Games Event Details: We encourage our seniors to come to the Levi Library and test their skills in our Bingo Wednesday!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 This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Road Scholar Online Lecture: Forging a Friendship - Jefferson & Madison’s Northern Journey Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm Teen Innovation Center at South Library Program Type: History/Genealogy Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Road Scholar is an international organization offering free online lectures. South will be presenting select lectures throughout the year. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Road Scholar Online Lecture: Forging a Friendship - Jefferson & Madison’s Northern Journey 12:00pm–1:00pm South Library Library Branch: South Library Room: Teen Innovation Center Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: History/Genealogy Event Details: Road Scholar is an international organization offering free online lectures. South will be presenting select lectures throughout the year.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Virtual Vacations Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Travel Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors This program allows participant to virtually visit cities-both nationally and internationally-via You Tube each month. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Virtual Vacations 12:00pm–1:00pm Hollywood Library Library Branch: Hollywood Library Room: Meeting Room (HOL) Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Travel Event Details: This program allows participant to virtually visit cities-both nationally and internationally-via You Tube each month.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Notary Services Wednesday, February 18, 2026 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Notary Services 12:00pm–2:00pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library 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. Special Notes Memphis Library Foundation This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
This event is in the "Adults" group Line Dancing for Beginners Wednesday, February 18, 2026 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 Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Line Dancing for Beginners 12:30pm–1:30pm Raleigh Library Open 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 This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Beginner African Print Fabric Collage w/ Creative Aging Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Levi Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors UPDATE: Due to the severe weather, this series has been re-scheduled to start on 02/11 and end on 03/04. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Beginner African Print Fabric Collage w/ Creative Aging 1:00pm–3:00pm Levi Library Library Branch: Levi Library Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: UPDATE: Due to the severe weather, this series has been re-scheduled to start on 02/11 and end on 03/04. 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 "Teens" group CTRL + Teen Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm Teen Innovation Center at Hollywood Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Games, Movies, Music, Poetry and Writing, STEAM stem Age Group: Teens 🖥️ Create • Explore • Play • Chill 🔌 View Details This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 18 2026 Wed CTRL + Teen 3:00pm–5:00pm Hollywood Library Library Branch: Hollywood Library Room: Teen Innovation Center Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Games, Movies, Music, Poetry and Writing, STEAM stem Event Details: 🖥️ Create • Explore • Play • Chill 🔌 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 "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 LEGO Club Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Meeting Room (OGR) at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, STEAM arts, STEAM stem Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12) Join us for an hour of building, creating, and making new friends! View Details 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 Feb 18 2026 Wed LEGO Club 3:30pm–4:30pm Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Room: Meeting Room (OGR) Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, STEAM arts, STEAM stem Event Details: Join us for an hour of building, creating, and making new friends!
This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group Afterschool Writing Workshop Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB) at East Shelby Library Program Type: Literacy Instruction, Literature Classes Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12) Join us for a cursive writing workspace. Cursive writing is an elegant form of handwriting where letter is connected in a flowing manner, allowing for smoother and faster writing compared to print. View Details This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Afterschool Writing Workshop 3:30pm–4:45pm East Shelby Library Library Branch: East Shelby Library Room: Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB) Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12) Program Type: Literacy Instruction, Literature Classes Event Details: Join us for a cursive writing workspace. Cursive writing is an elegant form of handwriting where letter is connected in a flowing manner, allowing for smoother and faster writing compared to print. Special Notes Friends of the Library This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.
This event is in the "Teens" group Mic Check: Teen Poetry and Writing Series Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm Performance Stage at CLOUD901 Program Type: Poetry and Writing, STEAM arts Age Group: Teens Ready to stop writing poems that just sit in your notebook? This 8-week series, designed for all high school writers, is the ultimate crash course in taking your words from the page to the stage. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Mic Check: Teen Poetry and Writing Series 3:30pm–5:00pm CLOUD901 Open Library Branch: CLOUD901 Room: Performance Stage Age Group: Teens Program Type: Poetry and Writing, STEAM arts Registration Required Event Details: Ready to stop writing poems that just sit in your notebook? This 8-week series, designed for all high school writers, is the ultimate crash course in taking your words from the page to the stage. 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 "Teens" group Comic Book Creators Club Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm Art Studio at CLOUD901 Program Type: STEAM arts Age Group: Teens View Details This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Comic Book Creators Club 3:30pm–5:30pm CLOUD901 Library Branch: CLOUD901 Room: Art Studio Age Group: Teens Program Type: STEAM arts Event Details: 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 Open Makerspace (Fiber Arts, Crafts, and DIY Projects)! Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm Makerspace at CLOUD901 Program Type: Sewing, Needlework, etc., STEAM arts Age Group: Teens Open Makerspace is a daily drop-in opportunity for teens to explore fiber arts like crochet and embroidery, DIY crafts, nail design art, or test new tools and materials. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Open Makerspace (Fiber Arts, Crafts, and DIY Projects)! 3:30pm–5:30pm CLOUD901 Library Branch: CLOUD901 Room: Makerspace Age Group: Teens Program Type: Sewing, Needlework, etc., STEAM arts Event Details: Open Makerspace is a daily drop-in opportunity for teens to explore fiber arts like crochet and embroidery, DIY crafts, nail design art, or test new tools and materials. 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 "Children (Age 0-5)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group 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! View Details This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group Feb 18 2026 Wed South Branch Storytime 4:00pm–4:45pm South Library 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. 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 Expressing Myself Through Creative Writing Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Meeting Room (NOR) at North Library Program Type: Library Support Age Group: Teens Do you want find your voice in your writing ? Are you worrying about the writing section of the A.C.T. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Expressing Myself Through Creative Writing 4:00pm–5:00pm North Library Library Branch: North Library Room: Meeting Room (NOR) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Library Support Event Details: Do you want find your voice in your writing ? Are you worrying about the writing section of the A.C.T. Special Notes Memphis Library Foundation This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.