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Basic Computer Class Seniors

Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Come and learn the basic computer skills. See you there!

Library Branch: Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Event Details:

Come and learn the basic computer skills. See you there!

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

Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Genealogy Room (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Community Information, Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Neighborhood Events
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Come preserve your family history in timeless family photos at the Genealogy Center...for free! We will have our experienced photographer on hand to take family photos in our beautiful library.

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Genealogy Room (OM)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Community Information, Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Neighborhood Events
Event Details:

Come preserve your family history in timeless family photos at the Genealogy Center...for free! We will have our experienced photographer on hand to take family photos in our beautiful 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 "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

Read with a Pup! (Children's Reading Therapy Program)

Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Children's Program Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Literacy Instruction, Unearth A Story
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Do you love reading AND doggies? Come and read to a sweet, friendly pup and practice your reading skills! Join us every third Saturday at the Central Library in the Children's story time room from 11 - 1pm.

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Literacy Instruction, Unearth A Story
Event Details:

Do you love reading AND doggies? Come and read to a sweet, friendly pup and practice your reading skills! Join us every third Saturday at the Central Library in the Children's story time room from 11 - 1pm.

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

Kid's Entrepreneur Fair Business Skills Development Session 6

Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Business Assistance
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens

This session will cover Photography for Small Business.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Business Assistance
Registration Required
Event Details:

This session will cover Photography for Small Business.

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

"Can I Play with My Food?" Storytime

Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Join us for a storytime with local author Ali Manning!  She will be reading her book "Can I Play with My Food?" followed by a food focused activity.

Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Event Details:

Join us for a storytime with local author Ali Manning!  She will be reading her book "Can I Play with My Food?" followed by a food focused activity.

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Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

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This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

One Room School House Crochet Class

Saturday, June 20, 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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This event is in the "Adults" group

Advanced ESL Reading and Discussion Group

Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Story Time Room at 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
Room: Story Time Room
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

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

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This event is in the "Adults" group

Spring Into Action Whitehaven Library Book Club Meeting

Saturday, June 20, 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.

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
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 "Adults" group

Renaissance Book Club

Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (NOR) at North Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

Attendees will be discussing the book of the month. 

Library Branch: North Library
Room: Meeting Room (NOR)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Attendees will be discussing the book of the month. 

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, June 20, 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.

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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 "Adults" group

Urban Book Club

Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (GPK) at Gaston Park Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

Do you love books and good conversation? Join the Gaston Park Library’s Urban Book Club at 3:00 PM every third Saturday!

Library Branch: Gaston Park Library
Room: Meeting Room (GPK)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Do you love books and good conversation? Join the Gaston Park Library’s Urban Book Club at 3:00 PM every third Saturday!

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

Heart and Soul Book Club

Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

This June, our Book Club explores the gray areas of the law and the untold stories in our society. We will be discussing two gripping novels that challenge our perceptions of guilt, innocence, and survival in the modern world.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAL)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:

This June, our Book Club explores the gray areas of the law and the untold stories in our society. We will be discussing two gripping novels that challenge our perceptions of guilt, innocence, and survival in the modern world.

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

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, June 22, 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

Gadget Lab

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lobby at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Adults

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.  

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 0-4)" group

Preschool Storytime

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Story Times, Unearth A Story
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, Unearth A Story
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 0-4)" group

Toddler Storytime

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Floor at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Literacy Instruction, STEAM arts, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4)

Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to join us for Toddler Storytime at Randolph Library on Mondays at 10:30. We will read stories, sing, enjoy bubble time, and do a craft!

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Main Floor
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4)
Program Type: Literacy Instruction, STEAM arts, Story Times
Event Details:

Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to join us for Toddler Storytime at Randolph Library on Mondays at 10:30. We will read stories, sing, enjoy bubble time, and do a craft!

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 "Children (Age 0-4)" group

Baby Story Time

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Area (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4)

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 0-4)
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.

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

It's Story Time at Whitehaven Library (Children's Story Hour)

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Story Time Room at Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4)

Whitehaven Library presents digital story time hour. Children ages 0-5 will enjoy an hour long digital story time every Monday in the Discover Read area. 

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4)
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

Whitehaven Library presents digital story time hour. Children ages 0-5 will enjoy an hour long digital story time every Monday in the Discover Read area. 

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

Family Storytime

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB) at East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7)

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.

Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7)
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

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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

Genealogy Assistance with Skyler and Van!

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Genealogy Room (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Need help getting started with your genealogical research? Can't seem to place great-grandmother on the family tree? The Orange Mound Genealogy Center staff are here to help!

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Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Genealogy Room (OM)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy
Event Details:

Need help getting started with your genealogical research? Can't seem to place great-grandmother on the family tree? The Orange Mound Genealogy Center staff are here to help!

This event is in the "Teens" group

CLOUD901 Music Production Camp

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 11:00am - 4:00pm
Audio Production Lab at CLOUD901
Program Type:
STEAM arts
Age Group:
Teens

 

 

Application coming soon.

Library Branch: CLOUD901
Room: Audio Production Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: STEAM arts
Event Details:

 

 

Application coming soon.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

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Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

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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

Puppet Show: Jo Jo the Melon Donkey

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Department at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Story Times, Unearth A Story
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

"Melons! Melons for sale!"

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Story Times, Unearth A Story
Event Details:

"Melons! Melons for sale!"

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

Chicago Stepping with Ray

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room (LEV) at Levi Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Music
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Chicago Stepping with Ray is here to stay! Join us at Levi for stepping fitness and wellness group every Monday from 2:00pm- 3:30pm, where every step is a step towards a healthier you. All classes are beginner friendly.

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

Chicago Stepping with Ray is here to stay! Join us at Levi for stepping fitness and wellness group every Monday from 2:00pm- 3:30pm, where every step is a step towards a healthier you. All classes are beginner friendly.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

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