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Memphis Zoo Storytime

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Connect Crew
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Come and join us while we meet new animal friends and read fun stories! This program will take place at the Benjamin Hooks Library (children's department). We hope to see you there!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Connect Crew
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

Come and join us while we meet new animal friends and read fun stories! This program will take place at the Benjamin Hooks Library (children's department). We hope to see you there!

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

United Way Free Tax Preparation

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 11:00am - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Tax Assistance
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Need assistance with your taxes from a professional? Orange Mound Library is here to assist you. All sites are walk-in/first-come, first-served.

A simple way to file your taxes for free.

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room A (OM)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Tax Assistance
Event Details:

Need assistance with your taxes from a professional? Orange Mound Library is here to assist you. All sites are walk-in/first-come, first-served.

A simple way to file your taxes for free.

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Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

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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

Beginner Photography Class

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Conference Room at Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers and Technology, Cultural Awareness, Health & Wellness, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

This beginner photography class is designed for students who want to learn how to confidently use their camera and take better photos.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers and Technology, Cultural Awareness, Health & Wellness, STEAM arts
Registration Required
Event Details:

This beginner photography class is designed for students who want to learn how to confidently use their camera and take better photos.

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 "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

Telling Your Story Through Film: Basics of Filmmaking, Editing, and Storytelling

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Family Learning Lab at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Community Information, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Event Details

Learn the basics of filmmaking, editing, and visual storytelling in this hands-on workshop! Whether you're using a smartphone or a camera, this session will guide you through framing a shot,

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Family Learning Lab
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Community Information, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Registration Required
Event Details:

Event Details

Learn the basics of filmmaking, editing, and visual storytelling in this hands-on workshop! Whether you're using a smartphone or a camera, this session will guide you through framing a shot,

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 "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group

Chat & Chew Tween Book Club

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB) at East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Literacy Instruction
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12)

Exciting News! 

This month we're reading:" I Am Cheese" by: Robert Cormier

It's always a good day to read an exciting book together!

Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Book Clubs, Literacy Instruction
Event Details:

Exciting News! 

This month we're reading:" I Am Cheese" by: Robert Cormier

It's always a good day to read an exciting book together!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo

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

Sewing Class

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (CRE) at Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library
Program Type:
Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

The Sisters of MUI will host a Free Sewing Class. You will learn the basics of sewing.

Library Branch: Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room (CRE)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Event Details:

The Sisters of MUI will host a Free Sewing Class. You will learn the basics of sewing.

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

Tennessee Shakespeare Company Presents: Romeo and Juliet

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Innovation Center at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Community Information, Neighborhood Events, Theater
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Romeo and Juliet begins with a feud so old that no one remembers its cause, yet its violence demands a terrible price.

Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Community Information, Neighborhood Events, Theater
Event Details:

Romeo and Juliet begins with a feud so old that no one remembers its cause, yet its violence demands a terrible price.

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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, March 28, 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.

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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

Life & Lit Book Club

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

We are excited to host this book club, led by local author Andrea Hardaway! Books are chosen each month by attendees. All genres are welcome, but this group loves nonfiction, inspirational, and must-read books by contemporary black authors.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:

We are excited to host this book club, led by local author Andrea Hardaway! Books are chosen each month by attendees. All genres are welcome, but this group loves nonfiction, inspirational, and must-read books by contemporary black authors.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Advanced ESL Reading and Discussion Group

Saturday, March 28, 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.

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

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

Conversation and Crafts

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (LEV) at Levi Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults

Conversation and Crafts is a welcoming, hands-on program that brings people together through creative crafting and meaningful conversation.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Levi Library
Room: Meeting Room (LEV)
Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Conversation and Crafts is a welcoming, hands-on program that brings people together through creative crafting and meaningful conversation.

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 "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

Let's Celebrate! East Shelby Branch Anniversary

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Information, History/Genealogy, Neighborhood Events
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Join us as we celebrate our 27th anniversary! There will a group of resource tables, activities for all ages throughout the branch.

Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Information, History/Genealogy, Neighborhood Events
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate our 27th anniversary! There will a group of resource tables, activities for all ages throughout the branch.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo

Photograph Notice

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

Level Up Saturdays

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Rooms (CEN) at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
College Preparation, Job and Career
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

*Part of the Life After High School Series

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Meeting Rooms (CEN)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: College Preparation, Job and Career
Registration Required
Event Details:

*Part of the Life After High School Series

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

Saturday at the Movies

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B (FRA) at Frayser Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Join us on Saturday at the Frayser branch library to view a movie for all the family to enjoy!  Refreshments will be served.  Children 12 years of age and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.  

Library Branch: Frayser Library
Room: Meeting Room B (FRA)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Join us on Saturday at the Frayser branch library to view a movie for all the family to enjoy!  Refreshments will be served.  Children 12 years of age and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.  

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

Spring Into Action Whitehaven Library Book Club Meeting

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Conference Room at Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

Spring Into Action Book Club is a dynamic and welcoming community of readers who gather to explore inspiring stories, share meaningful conversations, and connect through the power of books.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Spring Into Action Book Club is a dynamic and welcoming community of readers who gather to explore inspiring stories, share meaningful conversations, and connect through the power of books.

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

I Read That Movie @ the Library: MY BRILLIANT CAREER

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
L-56 Training Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Movies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us for I Read That Movie @ the Library, our monthly page-to-screen book club. Read the selected book, then attend a screening of its film adaptation followed by a lively discussion.

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: L-56 Training Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Movies
Event Details:

Join us for I Read That Movie @ the Library, our monthly page-to-screen book club. Read the selected book, then attend a screening of its film adaptation followed by a lively discussion.

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

Bookish Book Club

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (OGR) at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

A book club for anyone who gets their book recommendations specifically online - Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, wherever.

Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Meeting Room (OGR)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

A book club for anyone who gets their book recommendations specifically online - Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, wherever.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Carnegie Writers' Group Memphis at Cossitt Library

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Cossitt Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Age Group:
Adults

Would you like to improve your writing skills while working in a collaborative environment with other writers?

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Would you like to improve your writing skills while working in a collaborative environment with other writers?

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

South Branch Storytime

Saturday, March 28, 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 "Adults-Seniors" group

"Color my World Coloring Club" @ Crenshaw

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library
Program Type:
Age Group:
Adults-Seniors

The Crenshaw "Color My World Coloring Club is designed to to allow attendees to sit, relax and color in a "Quiet Coloring Zone" or an "Ok - to Chit - Chat Coloring Zone". Crayons, markers, coloring pencils and coloring sheets will be provided.

Library Branch: Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults-Seniors
Program Type:
Event Details:

The Crenshaw "Color My World Coloring Club is designed to to allow attendees to sit, relax and color in a "Quiet Coloring Zone" or an "Ok - to Chit - Chat Coloring Zone". Crayons, markers, coloring pencils and coloring sheets will be provided.

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

Electronics and Electricity Seminar

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (WHI) at Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Job and Career, STEAM stem
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

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

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Meeting Room (WHI)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
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.

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

AARP Free Tax Preparation

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
3rd Floor Reading Area - Poplar Side at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Tax Assistance
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

AARP Foundation’s IRS-certified volunteers provide FREE basic income tax return preparation with electronic filing to qualified individuals.

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: 3rd Floor Reading Area - Poplar Side
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Tax Assistance
Event Details:

AARP Foundation’s IRS-certified volunteers provide FREE basic income tax return preparation with electronic filing to qualified individuals.

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

Preschool Storytime

Monday, March 30, 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.