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Backyard Birds of Our Community

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Innovation Center at Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12)

🐦Craft + Mini PowerPoint Program🌼

Celebrate spring by discovering the birds that live right here in our community!

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness
Event Details:

🐦Craft + Mini PowerPoint Program🌼

Celebrate spring by discovering the birds that live right here in our community!

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Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

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Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group

Crafternoon

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Age Group:
Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Kids can come to their Randolph Branch Library after school on Mondays and utilize their creativity with craft making!

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAN)
Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Event Details:

Kids can come to their Randolph Branch Library after school on Mondays and utilize their creativity with craft making!

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 0-4)" group
This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group

LEGO Club

Wednesday, April 29, 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 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

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

Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Meeting Room (OGR)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), 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 0-4)" group
This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group

South Branch Storytime

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Area at South Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7)

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 0-4), Children (Age 5-7)
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.

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

Sit-N-Stitch Crochet and Knitting Club

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Fiber arts creators come together and work on your current project!

Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Event Details:

Fiber arts creators come together and work on your current project!

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

Jewelry Making Workshop

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (OGR) at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Allison Conley will host the Creative Maker’s Workshop Jewelry Class. She
will show patrons how to create beautiful jewelry pieces with charms, beads, and vintage upcycle
materials. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Meeting Room (OGR)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Allison Conley will host the Creative Maker’s Workshop Jewelry Class. She
will show patrons how to create beautiful jewelry pieces with charms, beads, and vintage upcycle
materials. 

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group
This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group

Toddler/Preschool Story Time!

Friday, May 1, 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 0-4), Children (Age 5-7)

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 0-4), Children (Age 5-7)
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! 

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

Mother's Day Pop-Up Cards

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Holidays
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Looking to celebrate the women in your life? This Mother's Day, give them some flowers that won't wilt with this pop-up card craft!

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAN)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holidays
Event Details:

Looking to celebrate the women in your life? This Mother's Day, give them some flowers that won't wilt with this pop-up card craft!

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
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Cherokee Crochet Club

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room (CHE) at Cherokee Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

You're invited to the Cherokee Library Crochet Club! Lessons and free yarn for beginners, so this is your chance to learn how to crochet!  Please bring a crochet hook, sized G, H, I, or J.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cherokee Library
Room: Meeting Room (CHE)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Registration Required
Event Details:

You're invited to the Cherokee Library Crochet Club! Lessons and free yarn for beginners, so this is your chance to learn how to crochet!  Please bring a crochet hook, sized G, H, I, or J.

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 0-4)" group

Preschool Storytime

Monday, May 4, 2026 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 0-4)

Preschoolers 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 more!

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Event Details:

Preschoolers 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 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 "Children (Age 5-7)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group

Crafternoon

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Age Group:
Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Kids can come to their Randolph Branch Library after school on Mondays and utilize their creativity with craft making!

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAN)
Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Event Details:

Kids can come to their Randolph Branch Library after school on Mondays and utilize their creativity with craft making!

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

Make it for Mom!

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Innovation Center at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Holidays
Age Group:
Teens

Join us at the Teen Innovation Center to make a Mother's Day gift for the Mom in your life. Gift ideas will vary and teens will have multiple options to choose from to make the perfect gift for mom.

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holidays
Event Details:

Join us at the Teen Innovation Center to make a Mother's Day gift for the Mom in your life. Gift ideas will vary and teens will have multiple options to choose from to make the perfect gift for mom.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo
This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group
This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group

A New Hope: Star Wars Day Family Celebration!

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Join Us for an Out-of-This-World Star Wars Day Celebration! 

Calling all Jedi and Sith families! Get ready to embark on an epic adventure at the main library!

What’s Happening:

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Event Details:

Join Us for an Out-of-This-World Star Wars Day Celebration! 

Calling all Jedi and Sith families! Get ready to embark on an epic adventure at the main library!

What’s Happening:

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

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This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Creative Aging Studio Courses: Beginner Acrylic Painting

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room B (FRA) at Frayser Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults-Seniors

Join teaching artist Tammy Groves for this 4-week introduction to painting with acrylics. Participants learn the foundations of working with the medium including proper use of materials, color mixing, layers, and composition.

Library Branch: Frayser Library
Room: Meeting Room B (FRA)
Age Group: Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy
Event Details:

Join teaching artist Tammy Groves for this 4-week introduction to painting with acrylics. Participants learn the foundations of working with the medium including proper use of materials, color mixing, layers, and composition.

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

Health and Wellness Series: Mother's Day Sip'n'Paint

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Join us for a relaxing and creative afternoon at the Hollywood Library with our Adults Sip & Paint Night! Unwind in a welcoming, low-pressure environment where you can explore your artistic side while enjoying light refreshments.

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

Join us for a relaxing and creative afternoon at the Hollywood Library with our Adults Sip & Paint Night! Unwind in a welcoming, low-pressure environment where you can explore your artistic side while enjoying light refreshments.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

This event is in the "Teens" group

CTRL + Teen

Wednesday, May 6, 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 🔌

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.

Friends of the Library logo

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 0-4)" group
This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group

LEGO Club

Wednesday, May 6, 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 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

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

Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Meeting Room (OGR)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), 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 0-4)" group
This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group

South Branch Storytime

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Area at South Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7)

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 0-4), Children (Age 5-7)
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.

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

Colorcopia

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room (OGR) at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Colorcopia is an engaging program specifically designed for adults and senior groups residing in independent living communities, libraries, and various other organizations.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Meeting Room (OGR)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Colorcopia is an engaging program specifically designed for adults and senior groups residing in independent living communities, libraries, and various other organizations.

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

Sit-N-Stitch Crochet and Knitting Club

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Fiber arts creators come together and work on your current project!

Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Event Details:

Fiber arts creators come together and work on your current project!

This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group
This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group

Toddler/Preschool Story Time!

Friday, May 8, 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 0-4), Children (Age 5-7)

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 0-4), Children (Age 5-7)
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! 

This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group

Lego Club

Saturday, May 9, 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 5-7), 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 5-7), 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.

This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

One Room School House Crochet Class

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Kitchen at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Age Group:
Adults-Seniors

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.

Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Kitchen
Age Group: Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
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.

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.

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

Crochet Club

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Teen Innovation Center at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Bring your hooks and your yarn and lets crochet!  This club is for begginers wanting to learn how to crochet, and experts that have knowledge to give.

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Event Details:

Bring your hooks and your yarn and lets crochet!  This club is for begginers wanting to learn how to crochet, and experts that have knowledge to give.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo