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Ceramics 2-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (OGR) at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Meeting Room (OGR)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

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

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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.

Knights of the Square Table Chess Club

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Innovation Center at East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Join us at the East Shelby Branch Library for some classic Chess fun! Play Chess with people in your community and learn some new strategies while you're at it. This club will be p...

Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Join us at the East Shelby Branch Library for some classic Chess fun! Play Chess with people in your community and learn some new strategies while you're at it. This club will be part educational and tons of practice!

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

Magical Realism Writing Workshop with Author Jasper Joyner

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Think Matilda, Toni Morrison’s Beloved, or the beloved book-turned-film The Princess Bride—each of these stories weaves just a touch of magic into an otherwise realistic world, a h...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room A (OM)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Think Matilda, Toni Morrison’s Beloved, or the beloved book-turned-film The Princess Bride—each of these stories weaves just a touch of magic into an otherwise realistic world, a hallmark of magical realism.

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.

Hollywood Community Resource Fair

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Floor at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
College Preparation, Community Information, Health & Wellness, Job and Career
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Join us at the Hollywood Library for our Hollywood Community Resource Fair, where local organizations will come together to share valuable resources and services for adults, teens,...

Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Main Floor
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: College Preparation, Community Information, Health & Wellness, Job and Career
Event Details:

Join us at the Hollywood Library for our Hollywood Community Resource Fair, where local organizations will come together to share valuable resources and services for adults, teens, and children.

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.

One Room School House Crochet Class

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
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 we...

Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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.

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.

One Room School House Crochet Class

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
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 ...

Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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.

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.

Youth Job Fair

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Job and Career
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Looking for a Summer Job? Come to our Youth Job Fair and interview with employers ready to hire ages 16-21. Employers will be available for immediate job interviews for full-time, ...

Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Job and Career
Event Details:

Looking for a Summer Job? Come to our Youth Job Fair and interview with employers ready to hire ages 16-21. Employers will be available for immediate job interviews for full-time, part-time, and seasonal workers.

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

Drumming & Rhythm 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (CRE) at Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

This session is designed to teach the basics of rhythm and drumming in a fun and interactive way. Participants will learn foundational drumming techniques, explore dynamics and rhy...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room (CRE)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:

This session is designed to teach the basics of rhythm and drumming in a fun and interactive way.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

FUN GAME DAY FOR TEENS

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (NOR) at North Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

If you are a teenager and  looking for a safe place for fun, join us in game activities, including board  games. You will have a great time. 

Library Branch: North Library
Room: Meeting Room (NOR)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

If you are a teenager and  looking for a safe place for fun, join us in game activities, including board  games. You will have a great time. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Advanced ESL Reading and Discussion Group

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Story Time Room at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Citizenship/ESL
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Build English skills in a relaxed, friendly environment, meet other English learners, and practice speaking and listening skills in small groups. Discussions are led by a native En...

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Story Time Room
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.

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.

East Shelby Branch Library's 6th Annual Mother/Daughter Tea

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Holidays
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

East Shelby Branch Library's 6th Annual Mother/Daughter Tea is Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 2-4 p.m. Our theme is Aladdin this year, so princesses put on your crowns, and come enjo...

Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Holidays
Event Details:

East Shelby Branch Library's 6th Annual Mother/Daughter Tea is Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 2-4 p.m. Our theme is Aladdin this year, so princesses put on your crowns, and come enjoy the tea party!

This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group.

Lego Club

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Games, STEAM stem
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Kids: Join us at your Randolph Branch Library on the second Saturday of each month for Lego Club!

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAN)
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Games, STEAM stem
Event Details:

Kids: Join us at your Randolph Branch Library on the second Saturday of each month for Lego Club!

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.

Electronics and Electricity Seminar

Monday, May 12, 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, May 12, 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, May 12, 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, May 12, 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, May 12, 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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Digital Photography 2-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn photography basics consisting of film, digital photography, lighting, and film print.Instructor: Alandras Massey, Jr. is a multi-media specialist with more than 25-years of e...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAL)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:

Learn photography basics consisting of film, digital photography, lighting, and film print.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

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

Line Dancing @ Levi

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room (LEV) at Levi Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Keepin' it Live at Levi: Come join us for our free nine-week line dancing workshop! Beginners will learn the basic steps as they continue to advance at their own speed. But above a...

Library Branch: Levi Library
Room: Meeting Room (LEV)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Keepin' it Live at Levi: Come join us for our free nine-week line dancing workshop! Beginners will learn the basic steps as they continue to advance at their own speed. But above all, participants will be having fun!

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.

Power Hour Gym @ Levi

Monday, May 12, 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" group.

Randolph Readers Book Club

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us to for a lively discussion on our book of the month! In May we will discuss James by Percival Everett. Copies are on hold at the checkout desk.

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Join us to for a lively discussion on our book of the month! In May we will discuss James by Percival Everett. Copies are on hold at the checkout desk.

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-Seniors" group.

Creative Aging Studio Course: Pottery Techniques (REGISTRATION REQUIRED)

Monday, May 12, 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 "Children (Age 6-8)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group.

Paint Party!

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Area at South Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
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!

Library Branch: South Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), 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.

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.

Cordova Writing Club

Monday, May 12, 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.