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RANT!

Thursday, April 16, 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! 

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
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Silent Book Club

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Cozy Cossitt (1st Floor) at Cossitt Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Enjoy a cup of tea with Cossitt Library - Silent Book Club during National Afternoon Tea Month, as we cozy up with a good book!

Library Branch: Cossitt Library
Room: Cozy Cossitt (1st Floor)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Enjoy a cup of tea with Cossitt Library - Silent Book Club during National Afternoon Tea Month, as we cozy up with a good book!

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This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

How to Set Goals, Build a Budget and Save

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cossitt Library
Program Type:
Personal Finance
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

How to Set Goals, Build a Budget and Save

In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn how to set goals based on your values, build a budget that works for you and save for the future.

Library Branch: Cossitt Library
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Personal Finance
Event Details:

How to Set Goals, Build a Budget and Save

In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn how to set goals based on your values, build a budget that works for you and save for the future.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Zumba Fitness Class

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Join our weekly Zumba fitness class. It's an excellent workout that will allow you to burn calories while having fun. It will also strengthen your muscles and improve flexibility. Please plan to be on time.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAL)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our weekly Zumba fitness class. It's an excellent workout that will allow you to burn calories while having fun. It will also strengthen your muscles and improve flexibility. Please plan to be on time.

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

Personal finance with AI Dream Machine

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:30pm
Large Meeting Room (COR) at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Personal Finance
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Through hands-on workshops, participants gain real experience with the latest A.I. tools—designed to help you grow your business, build financial confidence, advance your career, and fuel your creativity.

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Large Meeting Room (COR)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Personal Finance
Event Details:

Through hands-on workshops, participants gain real experience with the latest A.I. tools—designed to help you grow your business, build financial confidence, advance your career, and fuel your creativity.

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
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Hollywood Turns 50!

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 6:00pm
Foyer at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
History/Genealogy, Neighborhood Events
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
  • Monday, April 13: Groovy Beginnings (1970s Day) 

Celebrate the decade our library was founded! Step back into the 70s and take a look at what life — and reading — looked like when it all began.

Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Foyer
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: History/Genealogy, Neighborhood Events
Event Details:
  • Monday, April 13: Groovy Beginnings (1970s Day) 

Celebrate the decade our library was founded! Step back into the 70s and take a look at what life — and reading — looked like when it all began.

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.

Photograph Notice

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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

Blender Basics: From Cube to Cool

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Fishbowl (2nd Floor) at Cossitt Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

This workshop introduces participants to the fundamentals of 3D modeling using Blender. Students will learn how to navigate the interface, manipulate basic objects, and create a simple 3D scene.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library
Room: Fishbowl (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Registration Required
Event Details:

This workshop introduces participants to the fundamentals of 3D modeling using Blender. Students will learn how to navigate the interface, manipulate basic objects, and create a simple 3D scene.

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

Techy Seniors - Smart Phone Basics

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
L-56 Training Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Techy Seniors – Phone Basics

Learn the basic functions of smart phones and tablets. Participants will explore settings, and learn the following basic functions:

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: L-56 Training Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Techy Seniors – Phone Basics

Learn the basic functions of smart phones and tablets. Participants will explore settings, and learn the following basic functions:

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

Musical Story Time!

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (OGR) 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 for a special edition of Story Time featuring the Magnolia Winds Woodwind Quintet from the University of Memphis! Be ready for songs, stories, and movement!

Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Meeting Room (OGR)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Music, Story Times
Event Details:

Join us for a special edition of Story Time featuring the Magnolia Winds Woodwind Quintet from the University of Memphis! Be ready for songs, stories, and movement!

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

Sensory Storytime

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Sensory Storytime is a welcoming interactive environment designed for sensory seeking children with autism or other sensory integration challenges.

This event is limited to the first 30 children. Please arrive early to secure your spot!

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: Story Times
Event Details:

Sensory Storytime is a welcoming interactive environment designed for sensory seeking children with autism or other sensory integration challenges.

This event is limited to the first 30 children. Please arrive early to secure your spot!

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

Personal Finance Question & Answer Session

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
L-56 Training Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Personal Finance
Age Group:
Adults

Now is the time to write down personal finance questions that you have being wanting to know about.

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: L-56 Training Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Personal Finance
Event Details:

Now is the time to write down personal finance questions that you have being wanting to know about.

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.

Photograph Notice

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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

Freebie Fridays

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Connect Crew
Program Type:
Community Information, Library Support, Literacy Instruction, Outreach Event
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Connect Crew will be present to share free books and library resources for the students and residents in the Whitehaven community! This event will occur in the parking lot next to Brown Baptist, near the Southland Mall.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Connect Crew
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Community Information, Library Support, Literacy Instruction, Outreach Event
Event Details:

Connect Crew will be present to share free books and library resources for the students and residents in the Whitehaven community! This event will occur in the parking lot next to Brown Baptist, near the Southland Mall.

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

All about Ikebana

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Large Meeting Room (COR) at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Information, Cultural Awareness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

I know what you're thinking. What is Ikebana? How do even you pronounce this? You will find out everything when you join us on Friday, April 17 at 2:00. Certified Japanese floral artist Cheryl T.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Large Meeting Room (COR)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Information, Cultural Awareness
Registration Required
Event Details:

I know what you're thinking. What is Ikebana? How do even you pronounce this? You will find out everything when you join us on Friday, April 17 at 2:00. Certified Japanese floral artist Cheryl T.

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 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

Chess Club @ OGR

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (OGR) at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Join us for two-hours of casual chess. Players of all levels and ages welcome. Participation is first come, first served as space allows.

Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Meeting Room (OGR)
Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Join us for two-hours of casual chess. Players of all levels and ages welcome. Participation is first come, first served as space allows.

Special Notes

Photograph Notice

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

Open Art Session

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens

Join us for an Open Art Session at Randolph Library This is your chance to explore your artistic talents in a relaxed and fun environment.

You can bring some of your own art supplies or use those that we will provide, including:

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAN)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for an Open Art Session at Randolph Library This is your chance to explore your artistic talents in a relaxed and fun environment.

You can bring some of your own art supplies or use those that we will provide, including:

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

Nintendo Switch Game Night

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Innovation Center at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens

Calling all gamers! Flex your skills and go head-to-head with other gamers at Raleigh's Nintendo Switch Game Night. We'll have the classics if you're feeling nostalgic, as well as some newer fan favorites.

Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Calling all gamers! Flex your skills and go head-to-head with other gamers at Raleigh's Nintendo Switch Game Night. We'll have the classics if you're feeling nostalgic, as well as some newer fan favorites.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

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

🦋Story Times @ Hollywood 🦋

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4)

📚✨ Join Us for Storytime at Hollywood! Spark your child’s imagination with stories and crafts! 🎶📖 Whether you're a regular or it's your first visit, everyone is welcome to come share the magic of stories!

Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Meeting Room (HOL)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4)
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

📚✨ Join Us for Storytime at Hollywood! Spark your child’s imagination with stories and crafts! 🎶📖 Whether you're a regular or it's your first visit, everyone is welcome to come share the magic of stories!

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

Future Readers Game Night

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB) at East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Games, Literacy Instruction
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7)

Future Readers Game Night is a monthly, drop-in early childhood program for children ages 0–5 and their caregivers. 

Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7)
Program Type: Games, Literacy Instruction
Event Details:

Future Readers Game Night is a monthly, drop-in early childhood program for children ages 0–5 and their caregivers. 

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

Walk a Mile and Get a Free Book!

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Outdoor Grounds (COR) at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Walk a mile and get a free book! We are going to walk from the library entrance, complete the walking path around the Bert Ferguson community center (approx. 1 mile), and return to the library.

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Library Outdoor Grounds (COR)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Walk a mile and get a free book! We are going to walk from the library entrance, complete the walking path around the Bert Ferguson community center (approx. 1 mile), and return to the library.

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

Cossitt Beat Lab: DJ Edition

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Cozy Cossitt (1st Floor) at Cossitt Library
Program Type:
Music, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Participants will learn: Drum programming fundamentals, groove and tempo selection, basic chord progressions, bassline writing, arrangement (intro/verse/hook/bridge), and exporting files for collaboration.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library
Room: Cozy Cossitt (1st Floor)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Music, STEAM arts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Participants will learn: Drum programming fundamentals, groove and tempo selection, basic chord progressions, bassline writing, arrangement (intro/verse/hook/bridge), and exporting files for collaboration.

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
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Knot Just Yarn: Frayser Crochet Club

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room B (FRA) at Frayser Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Looking for a cozy spot to stitch? Join the Frayser Library Crochet Group! 

Whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned pro, come hang out, swap yarn, and share tips in a relaxed environment. 

Library Branch: Frayser Library
Room: Meeting Room B (FRA)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Event Details:

Looking for a cozy spot to stitch? Join the Frayser Library Crochet Group! 

Whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned pro, come hang out, swap yarn, and share tips in a relaxed environment. 

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

JobLINC @ ACTS Community Resource and Job Fair

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
JobLINC
Program Type:
Community Information, Job and Career, Outreach Event
Age Group:
Adults

Join ACTS for a Community Resource and Job Fair in partnership with John P. Freeman Optional School. This event will be open to the public and will feature local employers and community resources.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: JobLINC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Information, Job and Career, Outreach Event
Event Details:

Join ACTS for a Community Resource and Job Fair in partnership with John P. Freeman Optional School. This event will be open to the public and will feature local employers and community resources.

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

Mynd~kraft LEGO Design and Build Challenge

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Neighborhood Events, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Raleigh Chicks/Roosters Presents: Mynd Kraft Lego Designs. Join us for a relaxed afternoon of LEGO building and fun vibes. Grab some LEGOs and see where your imagination takes you.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Neighborhood Events, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Registration Required
Event Details:

Raleigh Chicks/Roosters Presents: Mynd Kraft Lego Designs. Join us for a relaxed afternoon of LEGO building and fun vibes. Grab some LEGOs and see where your imagination takes you.

This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group

Homework Help with Ms. Rebekah!

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Teen Area at Frayser Library
Program Type:
Library Support
Age Group:
Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Need a hand with homework? The Frayser Library is here to help!

Students in 1st through 3rd grade are invited to get one-on-one assistance from Ms. Rebekah on their homework assignments!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frayser Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Library Support
Registration Required
Event Details:

Need a hand with homework? The Frayser Library is here to help!

Students in 1st through 3rd grade are invited to get one-on-one assistance from Ms. Rebekah on their homework assignments!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

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