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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 "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

Weekday Wind Down

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (NOR) at North Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens

A time set aside for children aged 11 to 17 to enjoy time away from the computers to talk to each other, get to know their librarians, and enjoy some snacks.

Library Branch: North Library
Room: Meeting Room (NOR)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

A time set aside for children aged 11 to 17 to enjoy time away from the computers to talk to each other, get to know their librarians, and enjoy some snacks.

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

Weekday Wind Down

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (NOR) at North Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens

A time set aside for children aged 11 to 17 to enjoy time away from the computers to talk to each other, get to know their librarians, and enjoy some snacks.

Library Branch: North Library
Room: Meeting Room (NOR)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

A time set aside for children aged 11 to 17 to enjoy time away from the computers to talk to each other, get to know their librarians, and enjoy some snacks.

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 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

Weekday Wind Down

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (NOR) at North Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens

A time set aside for children aged 11 to 17 to enjoy time away from the computers to talk to each other, get to know their librarians, and enjoy some snacks.

Library Branch: North Library
Room: Meeting Room (NOR)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

A time set aside for children aged 11 to 17 to enjoy time away from the computers to talk to each other, get to know their librarians, and enjoy some snacks.

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

South Branch Storytime

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Area at South Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, 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! With a focus on early literacy skills, each storytime will include a read-aloud of 2-3 books, songs/rhymes, 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, Story Times
Event Details:

Children 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, songs/rhymes, 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 "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

Take-and-Make Craft

All Day
Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

See what you can create with our weekly take-home kits. Available in the children's section while supplies last.

Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Event Details:

See what you can create with our weekly take-home kits. Available in the children's section while supplies last.

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

Preschool Storytime

Monday, May 11, 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 11, 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 5-7)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group

Paint Party!

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Area at South Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Stop by the South Branch on the 2nd Monday of each month for a special painting project! We'll try out different painting materials and techniques to make great pieces of art!

Library Branch: South Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Event Details:

Stop by the South Branch on the 2nd Monday of each month for a special painting project! We'll try out different painting materials and techniques to make great pieces of art!

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 "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

Weekday Wind Down

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (NOR) at North Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens

A time set aside for children aged 11 to 17 to enjoy time away from the computers to talk to each other, get to know their librarians, and enjoy some snacks.

Library Branch: North Library
Room: Meeting Room (NOR)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

A time set aside for children aged 11 to 17 to enjoy time away from the computers to talk to each other, get to know their librarians, and enjoy some snacks.

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

Tangled in Crafts: Citronella Candles

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room B (FRA) at Frayser Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gardening, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Unleash your inner artist with the "Tangled In Crafts" series!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frayser Library
Room: Meeting Room B (FRA)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gardening, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unleash your inner artist with the "Tangled In Crafts" series!

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

Creative Aging: Drawing and Sketching

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Fishbowl (2nd Floor) at Cossitt Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults-Seniors

Join teaching artist Amy Hutcheson for this intro level drawing and sketching course.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library
Room: Fishbowl (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join teaching artist Amy Hutcheson for this intro level drawing and sketching course.

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

Portrait Collage Making w/ Creative Aging

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room (LEV) at Levi Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Come and join us at Levi Library as we create original pieces of artwork inspired by self-portraits, portraits of loved ones and portraits of historical influencers of their choice by using learned techniques.  This 4-week portrait collage co

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Levi Library
Room: Meeting Room (LEV)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come and join us at Levi Library as we create original pieces of artwork inspired by self-portraits, portraits of loved ones and portraits of historical influencers of their choice by using learned techniques.  This 4-week portrait collage co

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
This event is in the "Teens" group

Weekday Wind Down

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (NOR) at North Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens

A time set aside for children aged 11 to 17 to enjoy time away from the computers to talk to each other, get to know their librarians, and enjoy some snacks.

Library Branch: North Library
Room: Meeting Room (NOR)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

A time set aside for children aged 11 to 17 to enjoy time away from the computers to talk to each other, get to know their librarians, and enjoy some snacks.

This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Creative Aging Studio Courses: Beginner Acrylic Painting

Wednesday, May 13, 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-Seniors" group

Creative Aging/ Clay Wind Chimes

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (SOU) at South Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults-Seniors

Creative Aging presents Clay Wind Chimes!! Come join the teaching instructor Debbie Lovett for a 3-week introduction to clay.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Library
Room: Meeting Room (SOU)
Age Group: Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Creative Aging presents Clay Wind Chimes!! Come join the teaching instructor Debbie Lovett for a 3-week introduction to clay.

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, May 13, 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 13, 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.