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Weekday Wind Down

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (NOR) at North Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens

A time set aside for children aged 11 to 17 to enjoy time away from the computers to talk to each other, get to know their librarians, and enjoy some snacks.

Library Branch: North Library
Room: Meeting Room (NOR)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

A time set aside for children aged 11 to 17 to enjoy time away from the computers to talk to each other, get to know their librarians, and enjoy some snacks.

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

Bingo Night with the Girl Scouts!

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults

Join us for a fun-filled game of Bingo hosted by our local Girl Scouts!

Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAL)
Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled game of Bingo hosted by our local Girl Scouts!

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

Dinosaur Eggs!

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts, STEAM stem, Unearth A Story
Age Group:
Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Kids are invited to embark on an "egg"-scavation to discover what is inside a baking soda dinosaur egg!

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts, STEAM stem, Unearth A Story
Event Details:

Kids are invited to embark on an "egg"-scavation to discover what is inside a baking soda dinosaur egg!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

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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

Art to Grow With Dixon Gallery

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (FRA) at Frayser Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Unearth A Story
Age Group:
Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Children will be introduced to art, providing them with the opportunity explore their creative talents with all things Dixon.

Library Branch: Frayser Library
Room: Meeting Room B (FRA)
Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Unearth A Story
Event Details:

Children will be introduced to art, providing them with the opportunity explore their creative talents with all things Dixon.

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

The Drip Lab: Jewelry Making

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:15pm
Teen Innovation Center at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM stem, Unearth A Story
Age Group:
Teens

💎 The Drip Lab: Jewelry Making! Grab your tools, pick your beads, and design one-of-a-kind jewelry. Whether you’re layering, mixing, or adding your signature touch, show off your style. ✨🖌️

Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM stem, Unearth A Story
Event Details:

💎 The Drip Lab: Jewelry Making! Grab your tools, pick your beads, and design one-of-a-kind jewelry. Whether you’re layering, mixing, or adding your signature touch, show off your style. ✨🖌️

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

Sit-N-Stitch Crochet and Knitting Club

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Fiber arts creators come together and work on your current project!

Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Event Details:

Fiber arts creators come together and work on your current project!

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

Weekday Wind Down

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (NOR) at North Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens

A time set aside for children aged 11 to 17 to enjoy time away from the computers to talk to each other, get to know their librarians, and enjoy some snacks.

Library Branch: North Library
Room: Meeting Room (NOR)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

A time set aside for children aged 11 to 17 to enjoy time away from the computers to talk to each other, get to know their librarians, and enjoy some snacks.

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

Story Time!

Friday, June 12, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area 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 at OGR Library at the corner of Poplar and White Station for stories, songs, movement, and more! 

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

Join us at OGR Library at the corner of Poplar and White Station for stories, songs, movement, and more! 

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

Weekday Wind Down

Friday, June 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (NOR) at North Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens

A time set aside for children aged 11 to 17 to enjoy time away from the computers to talk to each other, get to know their librarians, and enjoy some snacks.

Library Branch: North Library
Room: Meeting Room (NOR)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

A time set aside for children aged 11 to 17 to enjoy time away from the computers to talk to each other, get to know their librarians, and enjoy some snacks.

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

Juneteenth Arts Fest at Cordova

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Large Meeting Room (COR) at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Information, Cooking and Food, Cultural Awareness, Exhibits, Games, Holidays, Music, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Join us for the fifth annual Juneteenth arts Fest at Cordova Library!

Support local Memphis vendors, enjoy live performances, and bring the kids for a Juneteenth-themed story time. All ages welcome and no registration needed.

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Large Meeting Room (COR)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Information, Cooking and Food, Cultural Awareness, Exhibits, Games, Holidays, Music, Story Times
Event Details:

Join us for the fifth annual Juneteenth arts Fest at Cordova Library!

Support local Memphis vendors, enjoy live performances, and bring the kids for a Juneteenth-themed story time. All ages welcome and no registration needed.

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

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

Cherokee Crochet Club

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room (CHE) at Cherokee Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

You're invited to the Cherokee Library Crochet Club! Lessons and free yarn for beginners, so this is your chance to learn how to crochet!  Please bring a crochet hook, sized G, H, I, or J.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cherokee Library
Room: Meeting Room (CHE)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Registration Required
Event Details:

You're invited to the Cherokee Library Crochet Club! Lessons and free yarn for beginners, so this is your chance to learn how to crochet!  Please bring a crochet hook, sized G, H, I, or J.

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 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

Like Really Creative CHARGED UP: Sound Meditation + Collaborative Poetry Workshop with Marcella Simien

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A & B (FRA) at Frayser Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Poetry and Writing
Age Group:
Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

For this special event from Like Really Creative, attendees will come together to create a collaborative community poem.

Library Branch: Frayser Library
Room: Meeting Room A & B (FRA)
Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Poetry and Writing
Event Details:

For this special event from Like Really Creative, attendees will come together to create a collaborative community poem.

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

Preschool Storytime

Monday, June 15, 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
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

Weekday Wind Down

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (NOR) at North Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens

A time set aside for children aged 11 to 17 to enjoy time away from the computers to talk to each other, get to know their librarians, and enjoy some snacks.

Library Branch: North Library
Room: Meeting Room (NOR)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

A time set aside for children aged 11 to 17 to enjoy time away from the computers to talk to each other, get to know their librarians, and enjoy some snacks.

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

Tangled in Crafts: Lazy Susans

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room B (FRA) at Frayser Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gardening, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Unleash your inner artist with the "Tangled In Crafts" series!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frayser Library
Room: Meeting Room B (FRA)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gardening, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unleash your inner artist with the "Tangled In Crafts" series!

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
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Jewel Jones, Goddess of Soul, the More Soul Band Live Concert

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Floor at South Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness, Music
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Come enjoy a great concert presented by Creative Aging with Jewel Jones, Goddess of Soul, and the More Soul Band performing classic pop, rhythm and blues, gospel and country hits!

Library Branch: South Library
Room: Main Floor
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness, Music
Event Details:

Come enjoy a great concert presented by Creative Aging with Jewel Jones, Goddess of Soul, and the More Soul Band performing classic pop, rhythm and blues, gospel and country hits!

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 intro to SEWING w/ Samilia

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Cossitt Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults-Seniors

Join teaching artist Samilia Pelshak for this 4-week course exploring the fundamentals of sewing.

Library Branch: Cossitt Library
Age Group: Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join teaching artist Samilia Pelshak for this 4-week course exploring the fundamentals of sewing.

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

🤖 V.R. Headset Experience 🤖

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

🏝️Let's Go to the Beach! This session is a fun mindfulness activity combined with a VR experience. We will practice calming breathing techniques and simple stretches on a virtual beach. 🧘‍♀️

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Meeting Room (HOL)
Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

🏝️Let's Go to the Beach! This session is a fun mindfulness activity combined with a VR experience. We will practice calming breathing techniques and simple stretches on a virtual beach. 🧘‍♀️

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

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

Tie-Dye Tuesday

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Outdoor Grounds (LEV) at Levi Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

If you want to experience science, art, and color in one siting, so join us for a psychedelic time! Please bring at least one item you would like to tie dye. There will be a few items available, but they are limited.

Library Branch: Levi Library
Room: Library Outdoor Grounds (LEV)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

If you want to experience science, art, and color in one siting, so join us for a psychedelic time! Please bring at least one item you would like to tie dye. There will be a few items available, but they are limited.

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

Explore Reading with Job

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Story Time Room at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Unearth A Story
Age Group:
Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Explore Reading with Job, the Therapy Dog.

Read to Job.  Then create a Dog craft to take home.

For ages 5-12 and no registration is needed.

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Unearth A Story
Event Details:

Explore Reading with Job, the Therapy Dog.

Read to Job.  Then create a Dog craft to take home.

For ages 5-12 and no registration is needed.

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

Weekday Wind Down

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (NOR) at North Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens

A time set aside for children aged 11 to 17 to enjoy time away from the computers to talk to each other, get to know their librarians, and enjoy some snacks.

Library Branch: North Library
Room: Meeting Room (NOR)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

A time set aside for children aged 11 to 17 to enjoy time away from the computers to talk to each other, get to know their librarians, and enjoy some snacks.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Social Hour - Music Bingo

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Come play Music Bingo! Adult Social Hour will take place all year on the Third Tuesday of every month, so check back for next month's activity! 

Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAL)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come play Music Bingo! Adult Social Hour will take place all year on the Third Tuesday of every month, so check back for next month's activity! 

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

Nailed It!

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens

Join us for a beginner friendly event to make your own nail art in the library. Connect with other nail art enthusiasts while you create a masterpiece for your hands.

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

Join us for a beginner friendly event to make your own nail art in the library. Connect with other nail art enthusiasts while you create a masterpiece for your hands.

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

Making Stenciled Book Bags

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Large Meeting Room (COR) at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

We all love the library so we all need something to tote our books in. Join us on Wednesday, June 17 at 2:30 to stencil your own canvas tote bag.

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

We all love the library so we all need something to tote our books in. Join us on Wednesday, June 17 at 2:30 to stencil your own canvas tote bag.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo