This event is in the "Adults" group SCORE: SBA Certifications Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm Meeting Rooms (CEN) at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Business Assistance Age Group: Adults Eric Terrell, an SBA representative, in conjunction with SCORE, will present information on 1. How to Market to the Federal Government 2. Women Owned Certification 3. Hubzone Certification View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 22 2026 Thu SCORE: SBA Certifications 6:00pm–7:15pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: Meeting Rooms (CEN) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Business Assistance Event Details: Eric Terrell, an SBA representative, in conjunction with SCORE, will present information on 1. How to Market to the Federal Government 2. Women Owned Certification 3. Hubzone Certification 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 Getting Started with Microsoft Excel Friday, January 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm 2nd Floor Reading Area at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Computers and Technology Age Group: Teens, Adults Participants will learn the basic functions available in Microsoft Excel, including: Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 23 2026 Fri Getting Started with Microsoft Excel 10:30am–12:30pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Open Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: 2nd Floor Reading Area Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Computers and Technology Registration Required Event Details: Participants will learn the basic functions available in Microsoft Excel, including:
This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group Toddler/Preschool Story Time! Friday, January 23, 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! View Details This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group Jan 23 2026 Fri Toddler/Preschool Story Time! 11:00am–12:00pm Officer Geoffrey Redd Library 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!
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 Chess Club @ OGR Friday, January 23, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm Meeting Room (OGR) at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Program Type: Games Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Join us for two-hours of casual chess. Players of all levels and ages welcome. Participation is first come, first served as space allows. View Details 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 Jan 23 2026 Fri Chess Club @ OGR 2:30pm–4:30pm Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Room: Meeting Room (OGR) Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Games Event Details: Join us for two-hours of casual chess. Players of all levels and ages welcome. Participation is first come, first served as space allows. 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 CTRL + Teen Friday, January 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Teen Innovation Center at Hollywood Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Games Age Group: Teens Create, chill, and take control of the way you end your week. Every Friday, join us at Hollywood for hands-on projects, games, special guests, and a place to just be yourself. No pressure. Just a vibe. 💫 View Details This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 23 2026 Fri CTRL + Teen 4:00pm–5:00pm Hollywood Library Library Branch: Hollywood Library Room: Teen Innovation Center Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Games Event Details: Create, chill, and take control of the way you end your week. Every Friday, join us at Hollywood for hands-on projects, games, special guests, and a place to just be yourself. No pressure. Just a vibe. 💫 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 Floor is Lava Friday, January 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Meeting Room A (OM) at Orange Mound Library Program Type: Games Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12) Come out and play a fun game of The Floor is Lava after school with us! 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 Jan 23 2026 Fri Floor is Lava 4:00pm–5:00pm Orange Mound Library Library Branch: Orange Mound Library Room: Meeting Room A (OM) Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12) Program Type: Games Event Details: Come out and play a fun game of The Floor is Lava after school with us! Special Notes Friends of the Library This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.
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 Embracing Autism Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Children's Area (RAL) at Raleigh Library Program Type: Community Information, Health & Wellness Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults 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 Register Now Registration Required 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 Jan 24 2026 Sat Embracing Autism 10:00am–11:00am Raleigh Library Open Library Branch: Raleigh Library Room: Children's Area (RAL) Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults Program Type: Community Information, Health & Wellness Registration Required 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. 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 This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Cherokee Crochet Club Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Meeting Room (CHE) at Cherokee Library Program Type: Sewing, Needlework, etc. Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Cherokee crochet club meeting! Free yarn to beginners! Bring your own crochet hook, sized G, H, I, or J. Free Lessons! If you already know how to crochet, come to show us what you've been making and what you're working on. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Cherokee Crochet Club 10:30am–11:30am Cherokee Library Open Library Branch: Cherokee Library Room: Meeting Room (CHE) Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Sewing, Needlework, etc. Registration Required Event Details: Cherokee crochet club meeting! Free yarn to beginners! Bring your own crochet hook, sized G, H, I, or J. Free Lessons! If you already know how to crochet, come to show us what you've been making and what you're working on. 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 AI for Beginners: the Very Basics Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm Meeting Room (COR) at Cordova Library Program Type: Computers and Technology Age Group: Adults Learn about AI for free and participate in live demos of ChatGPT and Google Gemini. No tech skills or registration needed. Just bring your curiosity! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 24 2026 Sat AI for Beginners: the Very Basics 10:30am–12:00pm Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library Room: Meeting Room (COR) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers and Technology Event Details: Learn about AI for free and participate in live demos of ChatGPT and Google Gemini. No tech skills or registration needed. Just bring your curiosity! Special Notes Friends of the Library This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.
This event is in the "Adults" group North Book Club Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm Meeting Room (NOR) at North Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults North Branch Women Book Club will be discussing the book of the month chosen by staff. Cancelled View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Cancelled North Book Club 10:30am–12:30pm North Library Library Branch: North Library Room: Meeting Room (NOR) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: North Branch Women Book Club will be discussing the book of the month chosen by staff.
This event is in the "Adults" group North Women Book Club Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm North Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults North Branch Women Book Club will be discussing, " Emma on Fire," by James Patterson. This discussion will be done by phone the number is: 1 901-440-0342 View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 24 2026 Sat North Women Book Club 10:30am–12:30pm North Library Library Branch: North Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: North Branch Women Book Club will be discussing, " Emma on Fire," by James Patterson. This discussion will be done by phone the number is: 1 901-440-0342
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Romance Book Club Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Have strong opinions about third-act breakups, miscommunication tropes, and love triangles? You might just be The One we've been looking for! Join us at Randolph for our Romance Readers book club one Saturday out of every month. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Romance Book Club 11:00am–12:00pm Randolph Library Library Branch: Randolph Library Room: Meeting Room (RAN) Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Have strong opinions about third-act breakups, miscommunication tropes, and love triangles? You might just be The One we've been looking for! Join us at Randolph for our Romance Readers book club one Saturday out of every month. 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 Spanish for Beginners Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Teen Innovation Center at Cordova Library Program Type: Language Classes Age Group: Adults Learn Spanish for free in this beginner-friendly class for adults! Instructional materials provided at the start of every class. No registration needed. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Spanish for Beginners 1:00pm–2:00pm Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library Room: Teen Innovation Center Age Group: Adults Program Type: Language Classes Event Details: Learn Spanish for free in this beginner-friendly class for adults! Instructional materials provided at the start of every class. No registration needed. 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 Advanced ESL Reading and Discussion Group Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Cordova Library Program Type: Citizenship/ESL Age Group: Adults Join us every Saturday to practice reading/speaking English and building new vocabulary in a casual friendly environment. Each attendee is welcome to read aloud a page from the suggested book. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Advanced ESL Reading and Discussion Group 2:00pm–4:00pm Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Citizenship/ESL Event Details: Join us every Saturday to practice reading/speaking English and building new vocabulary in a casual friendly environment. Each attendee is welcome to read aloud a page from the suggested book. 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Dream Big, Build Bigger Vision Board Party Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm Teen Innovation Center at East Shelby Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts Age Group: Teens, Adults Get ready to dream, create and manifest the future you want. This is all about having fun, getting creative, and setting your sights on the big goals you want to achieve. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Dream Big, Build Bigger Vision Board Party 3:00pm–5:00pm East Shelby Library Library Branch: East Shelby Library Room: Teen Innovation Center Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts Event Details: Get ready to dream, create and manifest the future you want. This is all about having fun, getting creative, and setting your sights on the big goals you want to achieve. 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 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 East Shelby Library : Movie Day Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm Meeting Room A (ESB) at East Shelby Library Program Type: Movies Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors 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 Jan 24 2026 Sat East Shelby Library : Movie Day 3:00pm–5:00pm East Shelby Library Library Branch: East Shelby Library Room: Meeting Room A (ESB) Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Movies Special Notes Friends of the Library This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Poetry Slam with Glow in the Dark Kool-Aid Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Meeting Room B (OM) at Orange Mound Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness, Poetry and Writing, STEAM stem Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors It's a New Year and a new you! Help us celebrate 2026 with our first ever Black Light Black Out Poetry Slam — an electrifying afternoon of spoken word, self-expression, and cosmic vibes. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Poetry Slam with Glow in the Dark Kool-Aid 4:00pm–5:00pm Orange Mound Library Upcoming Library Branch: Orange Mound Library Room: Meeting Room B (OM) Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness, Poetry and Writing, STEAM stem Registration Required Event Details: It's a New Year and a new you! Help us celebrate 2026 with our first ever Black Light Black Out Poetry Slam — an electrifying afternoon of spoken word, self-expression, and cosmic vibes. Special Notes Friends of the Library This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Creative Customs: Pinch Pot Pottery Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Orange Mound Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Looking for fun activity to do before Valentines’ Day? Or perhaps you are looking to start a new hobby. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Creative Customs: Pinch Pot Pottery 4:30pm–5:30pm Orange Mound Library Open Library Branch: Orange Mound Library Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Looking for fun activity to do before Valentines’ Day? Or perhaps you are looking to start a new hobby.
This event is in the "Adults" group Gadget Lab Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Lobby at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Computers and Technology Age Group: Adults 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Gadget Lab 10:00am–12:00pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library 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 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! View Details This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Toddler Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Randolph Library 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.
This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group Family Storytime Monday, January 26, 2026 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) 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. View Details This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Family Storytime 11:00am–11:45am East Shelby Library 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. 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 East Shelby Library: Computer Classes Monday, January 26, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Meeting Room A (ESB) at East Shelby Library Program Type: Computers and Technology Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Jan 26 2026 Mon East Shelby Library: Computer Classes 3:00pm–4:00pm East Shelby Library Library Branch: East Shelby Library Room: Meeting Room A (ESB) Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Computers and Technology
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group STEM Club Monday, January 26, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children's Area at South Library Program Type: STEAM stem Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12) South's STEM Club will look at different STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) topics each month, from bridges to solar power. View Details This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group Jan 26 2026 Mon STEM Club 4:00pm–5:00pm South Library Library Branch: South Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12) Program Type: STEAM stem Event Details: South's STEM Club will look at different STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) topics each month, from bridges to solar power. 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 6-8)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group After School Program @ Hollywood Monday, January 26, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm Foyer at Hollywood Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Games Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12) Looking for a place to decompress after a long day at school? Come hang out with us at Hollywood Library in our After School Club. We'll have fun art projects, science experiments, games and much more! View Details This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group Jan 26 2026 Mon After School Program @ Hollywood 4:00pm–5:30pm Hollywood Library Library Branch: Hollywood Library Room: Foyer Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Games Event Details: Looking for a place to decompress after a long day at school? Come hang out with us at Hollywood Library in our After School Club. We'll have fun art projects, science experiments, games and much more! 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.