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 Long Live the King!-Chess Club Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Lobby at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Games Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Free chess tutorials for all ages. Beginners are invited to learn to play, and veterans are welcome to challenge each other to a friendly match of strategy and tactics. For this event we will meet in our main lobby behind the escalators. View Details 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 Mar 17 2026 Tue Long Live the King!-Chess Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: Lobby Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Games Event Details: Free chess tutorials for all ages. Beginners are invited to learn to play, and veterans are welcome to challenge each other to a friendly match of strategy and tactics. For this event we will meet in our main lobby behind the escalators. 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 0-5)" group Toddler Storytime Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am Children's Program Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Story Times Age Group: Children (Age 0-5) Toddlers 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, movement activities, and more. View Details This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Toddler Storytime 10:15am–11:00am Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children (Age 0-5) Program Type: Story Times Event Details: Toddlers 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, 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 "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group Everybody Has Rhythm: An Inspirational and Fun Experience For Beginning and Intermediate Drummers Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm Teen Innovation Center at North Library Program Type: Music Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens If you shake your head, stomp, or pat your feet, clap your hands, or move your body in some fashion to a beat in a favorite song, you have rhythm and this program is for you. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Everybody Has Rhythm: An Inspirational and Fun Experience For Beginning and Intermediate Drummers 10:30am–12:00pm North Library Open Library Branch: North Library Room: Teen Innovation Center Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Program Type: Music Registration Required Event Details: If you shake your head, stomp, or pat your feet, clap your hands, or move your body in some fashion to a beat in a favorite song, you have rhythm and this program is for you. Special Notes Memphis Library Foundation This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Creative Aging Studio Courses: Artists from the Harlem Renaissance Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm Meeting Room B (FRA) at Frayser Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy Age Group: Adults-Seniors Join teaching artist Carol Buchman for this 5-week homage to the works of prominent Harlem Renaissance artists including William Johnson, Romare Bearden, and Faith Ringgold. View Details This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Creative Aging Studio Courses: Artists from the Harlem Renaissance 11:00am–1:00pm Frayser Library 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 Carol Buchman for this 5-week homage to the works of prominent Harlem Renaissance artists including William Johnson, Romare Bearden, and Faith Ringgold. Special Notes Memphis Library Foundation This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
This event is in the "Adults" group United Way Tax Preparation Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 4:00pm Meeting Room (WHI) at Whitehaven Library Program Type: Tax Assistance Age Group: Adults 2026 United Way Free Tax Preparation View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 18 2026 Wed United Way Tax Preparation 11:00am–4:00pm Whitehaven Library Library Branch: Whitehaven Library Room: Meeting Room (WHI) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Tax Assistance Event Details: 2026 United Way Free Tax Preparation
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Bingo Wednesday @ Levi Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 11:30am - 1:00pm Meeting Room (LEV) at Levi Library Program Type: Games Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors We encourage our seniors to come to the Levi Library and test their skills in our Bingo Wednesday!If you have any questions, please call us at 901-415-2773! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Bingo Wednesday @ Levi 11:30am–1:00pm Levi Library Library Branch: Levi Library Room: Meeting Room (LEV) Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Games Event Details: We encourage our seniors to come to the Levi Library and test their skills in our Bingo Wednesday!If you have any questions, please call us at 901-415-2773! 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 Virtual Vacations Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Travel Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors This program allows participant to virtually visit cities-both nationally and internationally-via You Tube each month. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Virtual Vacations 12:00pm–1:00pm Hollywood Library Library Branch: Hollywood Library Room: Meeting Room (HOL) Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Travel Event Details: This program allows participant to virtually visit cities-both nationally and internationally-via You Tube each month.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Notary Services Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm 3rd Floor Reading Area - Walnut Grove Side at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Legal Assistance Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Memphis Public Libraries provides free notary services to the public during drop-in hours: WEDNESDAYS from Noon – 2 PM at the Central Library in the Business & Sciences Department on the 3rd floor. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Notary Services 12:00pm–2:00pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: 3rd Floor Reading Area - Walnut Grove Side Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Legal Assistance Event Details: Memphis Public Libraries provides free notary services to the public during drop-in hours: WEDNESDAYS from Noon – 2 PM at the Central Library in the Business & Sciences Department on the 3rd floor. Special Notes Memphis Library Foundation This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
This event is in the "Adults" group Line Dancing for Beginners Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Come out, enjoy and have fun learning our basic line dancing steps at a slower pace. This class is more instructional and repetitive. This class is cardio-driven and more about movement than technique. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Line Dancing for Beginners 12:30pm–1:30pm Raleigh Library Open Library Branch: Raleigh Library Room: Meeting Room (RAL) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Come out, enjoy and have fun learning our basic line dancing steps at a slower pace. This class is more instructional and repetitive. This class is cardio-driven and more about movement than technique. 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 0-5)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group LEGO Club Wednesday, March 18, 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 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12) Join us for an hour of building, creating, and making new friends! View Details 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 Mar 18 2026 Wed LEGO Club 3:30pm–4:30pm Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Room: Meeting Room (OGR) Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), 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 0-5)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group South Branch Storytime Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm Children's Area at South Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Story Times Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8) 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! View Details This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group Mar 18 2026 Wed South Branch Storytime 4:00pm–4:45pm South Library Library Branch: South Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8) 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. 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 Learn to Speak English Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Learn to Speak English 4:00pm–5:00pm Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library 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 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 Raleigh Open Studio: Film & Photo Lab Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Family Learning Lab at Raleigh Library Program Type: Community Information, STEAM arts Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors The Raleigh Open Studio Lab is a creative drop-in space designed for filmmakers, photographers, and content creators to edit, create, and grow. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Raleigh Open Studio: Film & Photo Lab 6:00pm–7:30pm Raleigh Library Open Library Branch: Raleigh Library Room: Family Learning Lab Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Community Information, STEAM arts Registration Required Event Details: The Raleigh Open Studio Lab is a creative drop-in space designed for filmmakers, photographers, and content creators to edit, create, and grow. 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group The Writer's Block Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Connect Crew Program Type: Outreach Event, Poetry and Writing Age Group: Teens, Adults Ever find yourself stuck when you're trying to write? Or, maybe, you don't even know how to start? Then please join us for 'The Writer's Block,' a writing club geared towards gathering writers together and getting words down on the page. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 18 2026 Wed The Writer's Block 6:00pm–8:00pm Connect Crew Library Branch: Connect Crew Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Outreach Event, Poetry and Writing Event Details: Ever find yourself stuck when you're trying to write? Or, maybe, you don't even know how to start? Then please join us for 'The Writer's Block,' a writing club geared towards gathering writers together and getting words down on the page.
This event is in the "Adults" group Aerobics Fitness Exercise Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Join us for a fun aerobics exercise with Ms. Linda Epps. It's a great way to enjoy exercising while allowing you to stretch and improve flexibility, muscular strength, and cardiovascular fitness. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 19 2026 Thu Aerobics Fitness Exercise 10:00am–11:00am Raleigh Library Library Branch: Raleigh Library Room: Meeting Room (RAL) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Join us for a fun aerobics exercise with Ms. Linda Epps. It's a great way to enjoy exercising while allowing you to stretch and improve flexibility, muscular strength, and cardiovascular fitness. 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 0-5)" group Preschool Story Time Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Children's Area (RAL) at Raleigh Library Program Type: Story Times Age Group: Children (Age 0-5) Join us for a fun-filled story time, for ages 3-5. View Details This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group Mar 19 2026 Thu Preschool Story Time 10:30am–11:30am Raleigh Library 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 3-5. 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 0-5)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group Sensory Storytime Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library Program Type: Literacy Instruction, Story Times Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8) Join us on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 at Randolph Library for Sensory Storytime! Sensory storytime is a welcoming, interactive environment designed for special sensory seeking children with autism or other sensory integration. View Details This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group Mar 19 2026 Thu Sensory Storytime 10:30am–11:30am Randolph Library Library Branch: Randolph Library Room: Meeting Room (RAN) Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8) Program Type: Literacy Instruction, Story Times Event Details: Join us on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 at Randolph Library for Sensory Storytime! Sensory storytime is a welcoming, interactive environment designed for special sensory seeking children with autism or other sensory integration. 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 "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group Everybody Has Rhythm: An Inspirational and Fun Experience For Beginning and Intermediate Drummers Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm Teen Innovation Center at North Library Program Type: Music Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens If you shake your head, stomp, or pat your feet, clap your hands, or move your body in some fashion to a beat in a favorite song, you have rhythm and this program is for you. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group Mar 19 2026 Thu Everybody Has Rhythm: An Inspirational and Fun Experience For Beginning and Intermediate Drummers 10:30am–12:00pm North Library Open Library Branch: North Library Room: Teen Innovation Center Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Program Type: Music Registration Required Event Details: If you shake your head, stomp, or pat your feet, clap your hands, or move your body in some fashion to a beat in a favorite song, you have rhythm and this program is for you. 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 Free Computer Classes at the Cordova Library Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Teen Innovation Center at Cordova Library Program Type: Computers and Technology Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Join our beginner-friendly free computer classes! We will use the public computers in the back area of the library. No registration needed and all adults welcome.2026 Class Schedule: View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Mar 19 2026 Thu Free Computer Classes at the Cordova Library 2:00pm–3:00pm Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library Room: Teen Innovation Center Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Computers and Technology Event Details: Join our beginner-friendly free computer classes! We will use the public computers in the back area of the library. No registration needed and all adults welcome.2026 Class Schedule: Special Notes Friends of the Library This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.
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 Imagine, Build, Share: Lego Thursdays @ South Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm South Library Program Type: Games Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), 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! View Details 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 Mar 19 2026 Thu Imagine, Build, Share: Lego Thursdays @ South 4:00pm–4:45pm South Library Library Branch: South Library Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Musical Bingo at Frayser Library Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm Meeting Room B (FRA) at Frayser Library Program Type: Games, History/Genealogy, Music Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Love music? Love bingo? Then you won't want to miss our Musical Bingo event! We'll be playing snippets of your favorite hits from across the decades. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Mar 19 2026 Thu Musical Bingo at Frayser Library 4:00pm–5:30pm Frayser Library Library Branch: Frayser Library Room: Meeting Room B (FRA) Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Games, History/Genealogy, Music Event Details: Love music? Love bingo? Then you won't want to miss our Musical Bingo event! We'll be playing snippets of your favorite hits from across the decades. 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 English Coffee and Conversations-ESL Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 19 2026 Thu English Coffee and Conversations-ESL 4:30pm–5:30pm Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library 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 Memphis Library Foundation This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
This event is in the "Teens" group RANT! Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Meeting Room (OGR) at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Teens Join us for a RANT session! View Details This event is in the "Teens" group Mar 19 2026 Thu RANT! 4:30pm–5:30pm Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Room: Meeting Room (OGR) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Join us for a RANT session!
This event is in the "Adults" group SCORE: SBA Certifications Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm Meeting Rooms (CEN) at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Business Assistance Age Group: Adults Eric Terrell, an SBA representative, in conjunction with SCORE, will present information on 1. How to Market to the Federal Government 2. Women Owned Certification 3. Hubzone Certification View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 19 2026 Thu SCORE: SBA Certifications 6:00pm–7:15pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: Meeting Rooms (CEN) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Business Assistance Event Details: Eric Terrell, an SBA representative, in conjunction with SCORE, will present information on 1. How to Market to the Federal Government 2. Women Owned Certification 3. Hubzone Certification 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.