This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Seed Library Presents: Colorcopia Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm L-56 Training Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gardening Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Join us every third Tuesday of the month for art inspired by nature! Learn about what's growing at the Dixon while getting creative with ever-changing seasonally inspired crafts! No experience with art necessary; all supplies provided! Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Jul 21 2026 Tue Seed Library Presents: Colorcopia 1:00pm–2:00pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Open Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: L-56 Training Room Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gardening Registration Required Event Details: Join us every third Tuesday of the month for art inspired by nature! Learn about what's growing at the Dixon while getting creative with ever-changing seasonally inspired crafts! No experience with art necessary; all supplies provided! 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 This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Genealogy Assistance Tuesdays with Skyler! Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Genealogy Room (OM) at Orange Mound Library Program Type: Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Neighborhood Events Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Have questions about genealogy? Wondering how to find that long-lost ancestor? Just getting started on your family history research journey? Have no fear...Genealogy Assistance Tuesdays are here! View Details 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 Jul 21 2026 Tue Genealogy Assistance Tuesdays with Skyler! 1:00pm–3:00pm Orange Mound Library Library Branch: Orange Mound Library Room: Genealogy Room (OM) Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Neighborhood Events Event Details: Have questions about genealogy? Wondering how to find that long-lost ancestor? Just getting started on your family history research journey? Have no fear...Genealogy Assistance Tuesdays are here!
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Memphis Fair Housing Center: Free Legal Advice Clinic Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm 3rd Floor Reading Area - Poplar Side at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Legal Assistance Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Hosted by the Memphis Fair Housing Center, a division of Memphis Area Legal Services, Inc., this FREE legal clinic provides an opportunity for individuals to learn more about their housing rights. Attorneys from Memphis Area Legal Services, Inc. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Jul 21 2026 Tue Memphis Fair Housing Center: Free Legal Advice Clinic 3:00pm–5:00pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: 3rd Floor Reading Area - Poplar Side Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Legal Assistance Event Details: Hosted by the Memphis Fair Housing Center, a division of Memphis Area Legal Services, Inc., this FREE legal clinic provides an opportunity for individuals to learn more about their housing rights. Attorneys from Memphis Area Legal Services, Inc.
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group Board Game Buffet Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Library Program Type: Games Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Teens are invited to try a different Board Game every two weeks at South. Card games, Dungeon Crawlers, Deck Builders, Strategy versus all-out chaos - it’s all on the table at Board game Buffet. View Details This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jul 21 2026 Tue Board Game Buffet 4:00pm–5:00pm South Library Library Branch: South Library Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Program Type: Games Event Details: Teens are invited to try a different Board Game every two weeks at South. Card games, Dungeon Crawlers, Deck Builders, Strategy versus all-out chaos - it’s all on the table at Board game Buffet.
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, July 21, 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 Jul 21 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, July 22, 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 Jul 22 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 "Children (Age 0-5)" group Storytime @ Crenshaw Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am Library Outdoor Grounds (CRE) at Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library Program Type: Story Times Age Group: Children (Age 0-5) Come to the Cornelia Crenshaw Library for Storytime read-alouds, song, and movement. View Details This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group Jul 22 2026 Wed Storytime @ Crenshaw 11:00am–11:30am Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library Library Branch: Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library Room: Library Outdoor Grounds (CRE) Age Group: Children (Age 0-5) Program Type: Story Times Event Details: Come to the Cornelia Crenshaw Library for Storytime read-alouds, song, and movement.
This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group Storytime @ Crenshaw Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am Children's Area (CRE) at Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library Program Type: Story Times Age Group: Children (Age 0-5) Come to the Cornelia Crenshaw Library for Storytime read-alouds, song, and movement. View Details This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group Jul 22 2026 Wed Storytime @ Crenshaw 11:00am–11:30am Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library Library Branch: Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library Room: Children's Area (CRE) Age Group: Children (Age 0-5) Program Type: Story Times Event Details: Come to the Cornelia Crenshaw Library for Storytime read-alouds, song, and movement.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Notary Services Wednesday, July 22, 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 Jul 22 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 "Children (Age 0-5)" group Wednesday Wonder Lab- Preschool STEM Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Children's Area (RAL) at Raleigh Library Program Type: STEAM stem, Story Times Age Group: Children (Age 0-5) This weekly toddler class blends storytime magic with hands-on learning. Led by early childhood expert Amber Buggs, kids ages 2–5 will enjoy a lively picture book, and a creative literacy activity each week. View Details This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group Jul 22 2026 Wed Wednesday Wonder Lab- Preschool STEM 4:30pm–5:30pm Raleigh Library Library Branch: Raleigh Library Room: Children's Area (RAL) Age Group: Children (Age 0-5) Program Type: STEAM stem, Story Times Event Details: This weekly toddler class blends storytime magic with hands-on learning. Led by early childhood expert Amber Buggs, kids ages 2–5 will enjoy a lively picture book, and a creative literacy activity each week.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group The Writer's Block Wednesday, July 22, 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 Jul 22 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 This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group MALS Elder Law Clinic For Seniors (60+) Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Meeting Rooms (CEN) at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Legal Assistance Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors This FREE legal clinic provides an opportunity for seniors in the community to learn about legal issues affecting individuals who are aged 60 and older. Topics may include conservatorships, powers of attorney, advanced directives, estate pla View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Jul 23 2026 Thu MALS Elder Law Clinic For Seniors (60+) 10:00am–12:00pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: Meeting Rooms (CEN) Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Legal Assistance Event Details: This FREE legal clinic provides an opportunity for seniors in the community to learn about legal issues affecting individuals who are aged 60 and older. Topics may include conservatorships, powers of attorney, advanced directives, estate pla
This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group Preschool Story Time Thursday, July 23, 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 Jul 23 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Mystery Book Club Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm Meeting Room (COR) at Cordova Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Join us in Meeting Room B for Mystery Book Club, on the Fourth Thursday of every month! Please note that the November and December meetings will take place on the THIRD Thursdays, due to holidays. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Jul 23 2026 Thu Mystery Book Club 10:30am–12:00pm Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library Room: Meeting Room (COR) Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Join us in Meeting Room B for Mystery Book Club, on the Fourth Thursday of every month! Please note that the November and December meetings will take place on the THIRD Thursdays, due to holidays.
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, July 23, 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! View Details This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Jul 23 2026 Thu Sit-N-Stitch Crochet and Knitting Club 3:00pm–5:00pm East Shelby Library 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 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, July 23, 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 Jul 23 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 SCORE: Small Business Help Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm Meeting Rooms (CEN) at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Business Assistance Age Group: Adults SCORE offers small business assistance through seminars hosted at the Memphis Public Library. They also provide one-on-one mentorship for those looking to start a small business. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 23 2026 Thu SCORE: Small Business Help 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: SCORE offers small business assistance through seminars hosted at the Memphis Public Library. They also provide one-on-one mentorship for those looking to start a small business. 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 Getting Started with Microsoft Excel Friday, July 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm 2nd Floor Reading Area at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Computers and Technology Age Group: Teens, Adults Participants will learn the basic functions available in Microsoft Excel, including: Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 24 2026 Fri Getting Started with Microsoft Excel 10:30am–12:30pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Open Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: 2nd Floor Reading Area Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Computers and Technology Registration Required Event Details: Participants will learn the basic functions available in Microsoft Excel, including:
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 Sensory Storytime Friday, July 24, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Children's Program Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Story Times Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), 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! 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 Jul 24 2026 Fri Sensory Storytime 11:00am–12:00pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), 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 "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 Chess Club @ OGR Friday, July 24, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm Meeting Room (OGR) at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Program Type: Games Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), 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. 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 This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Jul 24 2026 Fri Chess Club @ OGR 2:30pm–4:30pm Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Room: Meeting Room (OGR) Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), 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 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 AI for Beginners: AI Art (Images and Video) Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm Meeting Room (COR) at Cordova Library Program Type: Computers and Technology Age Group: Adults Learn how to identify AI art with live demos of AI images and video, and participate in an open discussion on ethics, copyright and data privacy. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 25 2026 Sat AI for Beginners: AI Art (Images and Video) 10:30am–12:30pm Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library Room: Meeting Room (COR) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers and Technology Event Details: Learn how to identify AI art with live demos of AI images and video, and participate in an open discussion on ethics, copyright and data privacy. Special Notes Friends of the Library This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.
This event is in the "Adults" group Spanish for Beginners Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Teen Innovation Center at Cordova Library Program Type: Language Classes Age Group: Adults Learn Spanish for free in this beginner-friendly class for adults! Instructional materials provided at the start of every class. No registration needed. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 25 2026 Sat Spanish for Beginners 1:00pm–2:00pm Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library Room: Teen Innovation Center Age Group: Adults Program Type: Language Classes Event Details: Learn Spanish for free in this beginner-friendly class for adults! Instructional materials provided at the start of every class. No registration needed. 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 This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group On the Shelf and Silver Screen Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm Meeting Room C (ESB) at East Shelby Library Program Type: Book Clubs, Movies Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors For movie lovers and book lovers alike: have you ever had a book you've been wanting to read be made into a movie, only you want to read it before you watch it? View Details This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Jul 25 2026 Sat On the Shelf and Silver Screen 2:00pm–5:00pm East Shelby Library Library Branch: East Shelby Library Room: Meeting Room C (ESB) Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Book Clubs, Movies Event Details: For movie lovers and book lovers alike: have you ever had a book you've been wanting to read be made into a movie, only you want to read it before you watch it? 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 Preschool Storytime Monday, July 27, 2026 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) 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! View Details This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group Jul 27 2026 Mon Preschool 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: Arts & Crafts, Story Times 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.