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Outreach Storytime @ Memphis Adventist Academy

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Offsite Location at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7)
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Offsite Location
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7)
Program Type: Story Times
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Fun Thursday Bingo

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (SOU) at South Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Come join our monthly Thursday Bingo! This is where the fun games begin with great prizes for all our winners and a great time no matter what.

Library Branch: South Library
Room: Meeting Room (SOU)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Come join our monthly Thursday Bingo! This is where the fun games begin with great prizes for all our winners and a great time no matter what.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

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Whitehaven Comic Club

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Whitehaven Library

Love comics, or graphic novels? Join the Whitehaven Comic Club- a fun, friendly space for teens ages 13 and up to explore epic stories, cool arts, and unforgettable characters. 

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Event Details:

Love comics, or graphic novels? Join the Whitehaven Comic Club- a fun, friendly space for teens ages 13 and up to explore epic stories, cool arts, and unforgettable characters. 

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.

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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 "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Dummies and Dragons

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens

Do you like Dungeons and Dragons but don't know how to play? Great, neither do we! Come play a chaotic game where no one knows the rules but still have to win battles against unknown foes. 

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAN)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Do you like Dungeons and Dragons but don't know how to play? Great, neither do we! Come play a chaotic game where no one knows the rules but still have to win battles against unknown foes. 

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Photograph Notice

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This event is in the "Teens" group

Open Makerspace (Fiber Arts, Crafts, and DIY Projects)!

Thursday, April 30, 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.

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.

Friends of the Library logo

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

Photograph Notice

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This event is in the "Teens" group

Open Video Lab

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Video Production Lab at CLOUD901
Program Type:
Movies, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Teens

Open video lab is a time for teens to explore the space and to experiment with cameras, lights, microphones, backdrops, and editing software. A video lab instructor will be on hand to offer guidance and assistance to teens when needed.

Library Branch: CLOUD901
Room: Video Production Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, STEAM arts
Event Details:

Open video lab is a time for teens to explore the space and to experiment with cameras, lights, microphones, backdrops, and editing software. A video lab instructor will be on hand to offer guidance and assistance to teens when needed.

Special Notes

Photograph Notice

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

Imagine, Build, Share: Lego Thursdays @ South

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
South Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens

Imagine! Build! Share!  Join us at South each Thursday at 4pm to build amazing Lego creations to be displayed and added to our growing archive of builds!

Library Branch: South Library
Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Imagine! Build! Share!  Join us at South each Thursday at 4pm to build amazing Lego creations to be displayed and added to our growing archive of builds!

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

Orange Mound Maker Space

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Area (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
STEAM stem
Age Group:
Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Children and Tweens will have the ability to utilize the incredible Maker Space we have at Orange Mound. STEM equipment includes a 3D printer, Bee-Bots, Makey Makey's, Sphero Indi's, Snap Circuits, and Sphero Bolt+'s. 

 

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Children's Area (OM)
Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: STEAM stem
Event Details:

Children and Tweens will have the ability to utilize the incredible Maker Space we have at Orange Mound. STEM equipment includes a 3D printer, Bee-Bots, Makey Makey's, Sphero Indi's, Snap Circuits, and Sphero Bolt+'s. 

 

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Photograph Notice

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This event is in the "Adults" group

English Coffee and Conversations-ESL

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Virtual at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Citizenship/ESL
Age Group:
Adults

Build English skills in a relaxed, friendly environment, meet other English learners, and practice speaking and listening skills in small groups.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Citizenship/ESL
Event Details:

Build English skills in a relaxed, friendly environment, meet other English learners, and practice speaking and listening skills in small groups.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

SCORE Presents: Steps to Obtaining Your 501(c)(3)

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Meeting Rooms (CEN) at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Business Assistance, Nonprofit Assistance
Age Group:
Adults

SCORE offers small business assistance through seminars hosted at the Memphis Public Library. They also provide one-on-one mentorship for those looking to start a small business.

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Meeting Rooms (CEN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business Assistance, Nonprofit Assistance
Event Details:

SCORE offers small business assistance through seminars hosted at the Memphis Public Library. They also provide one-on-one mentorship for those looking to start a small business.

Special Notes

Photograph Notice

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

So You Want to Be a Content Creator

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Fishbowl (2nd Floor) at Cossitt Library
Program Type:
Community Information, Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

The “So You Want to Be a Content Creator” Pre-Program Series is designed to introduce aspiring content creators to the fundamentals of digital media and help determine their readiness to pursue content creation as a personal brand or professional

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library
Room: Fishbowl (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Community Information, Computers and Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

The “So You Want to Be a Content Creator” Pre-Program Series is designed to introduce aspiring content creators to the fundamentals of digital media and help determine their readiness to pursue content creation as a personal brand or professional

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

Zumba Fitness Class

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Join our weekly Zumba fitness class. It's an excellent workout that will allow you to burn calories while having fun. It will also strengthen your muscles and improve flexibility. Please plan to be on time.

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

Join our weekly Zumba fitness class. It's an excellent workout that will allow you to burn calories while having fun. It will also strengthen your muscles and improve flexibility. Please plan to be on time.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

Photograph Notice

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

Computer Basics with Windows 11

Friday, May 1, 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

Join us for Computer Basics with Microsoft Windows 11.  This operating system for Windows offers a array of enhancements and functionality in an easy to use interface.  The training teaches the most basic skills needed to operate a Libra

Open
Registration Required
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:

Join us for Computer Basics with Microsoft Windows 11.  This operating system for Windows offers a array of enhancements and functionality in an easy to use interface.  The training teaches the most basic skills needed to operate a Libra

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

Sensory Storytime

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Sensory Storytime is a welcoming interactive environment designed for sensory seeking children with autism or other sensory integration challenges.

This event is limited to the first 30 children. Please arrive early to secure your spot!

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: Story Times
Event Details:

Sensory Storytime is a welcoming interactive environment designed for sensory seeking children with autism or other sensory integration challenges.

This event is limited to the first 30 children. Please arrive early to secure your spot!

Special Notes

Photograph Notice

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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

Controlling your Diabetes without it Controlling YOU

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Large Meeting Room (COR) at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Community Information, Cooking and Food, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Join us at the Cordova Branch Library  as we pair with Shelby County UT/TSU Extension Office for the "Take Charge of Diabetes classes!" These informative, interactive sessions are designed to give you with the knowledge and tools needed to ef

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Large Meeting Room (COR)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Community Information, Cooking and Food, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us at the Cordova Branch Library  as we pair with Shelby County UT/TSU Extension Office for the "Take Charge of Diabetes classes!" These informative, interactive sessions are designed to give you with the knowledge and tools needed to ef

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

Freebie Fridays

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Connect Crew
Program Type:
Community Information, Library Support, Literacy Instruction, Outreach Event
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Connect Crew will be present to share free books and library resources for the students and residents in the Whitehaven community! This event will occur in the parking lot next to Brown Baptist, near the Southland Mall.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Connect Crew
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Community Information, Library Support, Literacy Instruction, Outreach Event
Event Details:

Connect Crew will be present to share free books and library resources for the students and residents in the Whitehaven community! This event will occur in the parking lot next to Brown Baptist, near the Southland Mall.

This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" 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, May 1, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (OGR) at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children (Age 5-7), 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.

Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Meeting Room (OGR)
Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), 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

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This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Nintendo Switch Game Night

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Innovation Center at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens

Calling all gamers! Flex your skills and go head-to-head with other gamers at Raleigh's Nintendo Switch Game Night. We'll have the classics if you're feeling nostalgic, as well as some newer fan favorites.

Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Calling all gamers! Flex your skills and go head-to-head with other gamers at Raleigh's Nintendo Switch Game Night. We'll have the classics if you're feeling nostalgic, as well as some newer fan favorites.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Frayser Friends of the Library Meeting

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10:15am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A & B (FRA) at Frayser Library
Program Type:
Library Support
Age Group:
Adults

Support your library! Join the Frayser Friends of the Library monthly meeting. Learn about upcoming programs, events, and more arriving at your Frayser Library. 

Library Branch: Frayser Library
Room: Meeting Room A & B (FRA)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Library Support
Event Details:

Support your library! Join the Frayser Friends of the Library monthly meeting. Learn about upcoming programs, events, and more arriving at your Frayser Library. 

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

AI for Beginners: the Very Basics

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Large 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, Google Gemini and Microsoft Copilot. No tech skills or registration needed. Just bring your curiosity!

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Large 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, Google Gemini and Microsoft Copilot. 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.

Friends of the Library logo
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

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