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Drawing Techniques 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Unlock the secrets of drawing through four essential line techniques during this hands-on course. You’ll explore contour, cross contour, continuous contour and blind contour drawin...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Meeting Room (HOL)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Unlock the secrets of drawing through four essential line techniques during this hands-on course.

Special Notes

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

Documentary Film Screening: "Reimagined" Melrose One Year Anniversary

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room A & B (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Community Information, Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Holidays, Neighborhood Events
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for the one-year anniversary of the Orange Mound Library and re-opening of the historic Melrose High School. We will be viewing Reimagined, a 30-minute documentary of the j...

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room A & B (OM)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Community Information, Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Holidays, Neighborhood Events
Event Details:

Join us for the one-year anniversary of the Orange Mound Library and re-opening of the historic Melrose High School.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

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.

The Gathering Presents: The Undugu 3

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (LEV) at Levi Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a live hip-hop music event focused on local Memphis artists! The lyrics will be clean and friendly for all ages. Don't miss out as we celebrate the unique talent of Mem...

Library Branch: Levi Library
Room: Meeting Room (LEV)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

Join us for a live hip-hop music event focused on local Memphis artists! The lyrics will be clean and friendly for all ages. Don't miss out as we celebrate the unique talent of Memphis Hip Hop, also know as MemHop!

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This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group.
This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.

The Gathering Presents: The Undugu III

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Connect Crew
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, Music, Poetry and Writing
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for a live hip-hop music event focused on local Memphis artists. The lyrics will be clean and friendly for all ages. Don't miss out as we celebrate the unique talent of Mem...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Connect Crew
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Music, Poetry and Writing
Event Details:

Join us for a live hip-hop music event focused on local Memphis artists. The lyrics will be clean and friendly for all ages. Don't miss out as we celebrate the unique talent of Memphis hip-hop, also known as MemHop! 

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

Painting with Color & Nature 4-Part Series : Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

In this vibrant, hands-on course, participants will dive into the world of painting with a twist. They’ll master color blending, shading techniques and how to sketch and paint plan...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Meeting Room (HOL)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Required
Seats Remaining: 32
Event Details:

In this vibrant, hands-on course, participants will dive into the world of painting with a twist. They’ll master color blending, shading techniques and how to sketch and paint plants and trees with a fresh modern approach.

Special Notes

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

Prioritizing Mental Health (Vibes & Boundaries) 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (LEV) at Levi Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

This course empowers individuals with the knowledge and tools to prioritize their mental health, build resilience and navigate life’s challenges. Through interactive discussions it...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Levi Library
Room: Meeting Room (LEV)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

This course empowers individuals with the knowledge and tools to prioritize their mental health, build resilience and navigate life’s challenges.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

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.

Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale

Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Rooms (CEN) at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Library Support
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Thousands of books, CDs, DVDs, vinyl records and more at great prices!

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Meeting Rooms (CEN)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Library Support
Event Details:

Thousands of books, CDs, DVDs, vinyl records and more at great prices!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Gary Topper and Symmetry Jazz Band

Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lobby Stage at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Music
Event Details:

In Celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month, Gary Topper and Symmetry Jazz Band will perform at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library on Sunday, April 27, at 2:00 p.m. Along with Voc...

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Lobby Stage
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

In Celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month, Gary Topper and Symmetry Jazz Band will perform at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library on Sunday, April 27, at 2:00 p.m.

Special Notes

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.

Videography 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
STEAM arts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

This class is designed to teach students the principles, procedures, and techniques of videography. Students will execute practical exercises in video production. The areas to be c...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAL)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: STEAM arts
Required
Seats Remaining: 33
Event Details:

This class is designed to teach students the principles, procedures, and techniques of videography. Students will execute practical exercises in video production.

Special Notes

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.

Electronics and Electricity Seminar

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (WHI) at Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Job and Career, STEAM stem
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

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

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

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Gadget Lab

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lobby at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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

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

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

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

Preschool Story Time

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5)
Event Details:

Come join us for stories, songs and fun, specially designed for pre-school children! Groups must pre-register.

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

Come join us for stories, songs and fun, specially designed for pre-school children! Groups must pre-register.

Special Notes

Photograph Notice

This event may be recorded or photographed for use by the Memphis Public Libraries or the City of Memphis for media, social media, broadcast, and/or print purposes.

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

Baby Story Time

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Area (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5)
Event Details:

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

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

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

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, April 28, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB) at East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Event Details:

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

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

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

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

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.

Power Hour Gym @ Levi

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 12:30pm - 5:00pm
Levi Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Looking for a way to set healthy goals or start an exercise routine? Join us at Levi as we move and groove with modern, easy to use equipment. Your choice, Your Pace! 

Library Branch: Levi Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Looking for a way to set healthy goals or start an exercise routine? Join us at Levi as we move and groove with modern, easy to use equipment. Your choice, Your Pace!


 

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

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

Creative Aging Studio Course: Pottery Techniques (REGISTRATION REQUIRED)

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
L-56 Training Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Pottery for Ages 65+Join teaching artist Debbie Lovett for a free 6-week pottery course exploring free-form clay sculpting! All skill levels are welcome, and all supplies are provi...

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: L-56 Training Room
Age Group: Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Pottery for Ages 65+

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.

Chinese Language for the Traveler 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, Literature Classes
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Embark on a journey into the heart of Chinese language and culture. Over the span of four engaging sessions participants will dive into the essentials of Mandarin Chinese, with a s...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Literature Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Embark on a journey into the heart of Chinese language and culture.

Special Notes

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

Saxophone Techniques 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (WHI) at Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

This course is geared towards students of all levels. It focuses on fundamentals such as sound, technique, music reading, and improvisation. Participants will learn how to effectiv...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Meeting Room (WHI)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

This course is geared towards students of all levels. It focuses on fundamentals such as sound, technique, music reading, and improvisation. Participants will learn how to effectively practice and make individual goals on the instrument.

Special Notes

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.

Therapeutic Art 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Explore the power of art to express emotions and tell stories; from therapeutic art practices and color theory to figure drawing and acrylic painting, this course equips you with t...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Meeting Room (HOL)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, STEAM arts
Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Details:

Explore the power of art to express emotions and tell stories; from therapeutic art practices and color theory to figure drawing and acrylic painting, this course equips you with the skills to create bold, personal and impactful artwork. 

Special Notes

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.

Cordova Writing Club

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room (COR) at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

The only objective is to put words on paper! Think of this as a NaNoWriMo "write-in," but for those of us who need longer than a year to write a book! Bring a writing project to wo...

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Meeting Room (COR)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Event Details:

The only objective is to put words on paper! Think of this as a NaNoWriMo "write-in," but for those of us who need longer than a year to write a book! Bring a writing project to work on, or start something new. All skill levels welcome.

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

Evening Story Time

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Gaston Park Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Event Details:

Engaging children story with reading and oral interaction.

Library Branch: Gaston Park Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

Engaging children story with reading and oral interaction.

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

Web Design & Coding 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room (SOU) at South Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn to create and style a webpage using HTML and CSS, then bring it to life with JavaScript. By the end of the class, you’ll combine your skills to build a personal portfolio web...

Open
Required
Library Branch: South Library
Room: Meeting Room (SOU)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 26
Event Details:

Learn to create and style a webpage using HTML and CSS, then bring it to life with JavaScript. By the end of the class, you’ll combine your skills to build a personal portfolio webpage and gain a solid foundation in web development.

Special Notes

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

Personal Finance & Wealth Management 4-Part Virtual Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Personal Finance
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

This course will explore the step-by-step process for goal setting, managing and tracking day-to-day expenses, investing for the future, planning for life and death, and creating w...

Open
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Personal Finance
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

This course will explore the step-by-step process for goal setting, managing and tracking day-to-day expenses, investing for the future, planning for life and death, and creating wealth.

Instructor:

Special Notes

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

Making a Career Out of Writing Books 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Story Time Room at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Poetry and Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

This series will discuss how to turn your passion for writing into an ongoing career. You will learn how to network, get published and take advantage of writing opportunities. ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Poetry and Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

This series will discuss how to turn your passion for writing into an ongoing career. You will learn how to network, get published and take advantage of writing opportunities. 

Instructor:  

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.