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Zine Workshop

Monday, July 13, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Exhibits, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Teens

Channel your creativity in writing and art in this week-long summer camp. Discover the ins and outs of zines and create your own about a topic you’re passionate about. Participants will be provided with: 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Exhibits, STEAM arts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Channel your creativity in writing and art in this week-long summer camp. Discover the ins and outs of zines and create your own about a topic you’re passionate about. Participants will be provided with: 

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

Paint Party!

Monday, July 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Area at South Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Stop by the South Branch on the 2nd Monday of each month for a special painting project! We'll try out different painting materials and techniques to make great pieces of art!

Library Branch: South Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Event Details:

Stop by the South Branch on the 2nd Monday of each month for a special painting project! We'll try out different painting materials and techniques to make great pieces of art!

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

Africa in the City 4-Part Series (Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning Summer)

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 11:30am - 1:30pm
Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cooking and Food, Cultural Awareness, Games, History/Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

This 4-part series, Africa in the City, is designed to teach members in the Memphis community about the history and culture of various communities in Africa.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cooking and Food, Cultural Awareness, Games, History/Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

This 4-part series, Africa in the City, is designed to teach members in the Memphis community about the history and culture of various communities in Africa.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Christmas in July

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Patrons will come to the branch and participate in an art event by painting wreaths. This event is meant to foster the creativity of the those who participate. Library staff will provide the wreaths and the paint for the patrons.

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

Patrons will come to the branch and participate in an art event by painting wreaths. This event is meant to foster the creativity of the those who participate. Library staff will provide the wreaths and the paint for the patrons.

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

Let's Make a Dinosaur Headband!

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Program Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Unearth A Story
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Rawr! Join us for a prehistoric crafting adventure where young paleontologists can make their very own spiky dinosaur headbands to take home! All supplies provided. Event is open to the first 30 participants.

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: Arts & Crafts, Unearth A Story
Event Details:

Rawr! Join us for a prehistoric crafting adventure where young paleontologists can make their very own spiky dinosaur headbands to take home! All supplies provided. Event is open to the first 30 participants.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Zine Workshop

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Exhibits, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Teens

Channel your creativity in writing and art in this week-long summer camp. Discover the ins and outs of zines and create your own about a topic you’re passionate about. Participants will be provided with: 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Exhibits, STEAM arts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Channel your creativity in writing and art in this week-long summer camp. Discover the ins and outs of zines and create your own about a topic you’re passionate about. Participants will be provided with: 

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Africa in the City 4-Part Series (Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning Summer)

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 11:30am - 1:30pm
Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cooking and Food, Cultural Awareness, Games, History/Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

This 4-part series, Africa in the City, is designed to teach members in the Memphis community about the history and culture of various communities in Africa.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cooking and Food, Cultural Awareness, Games, History/Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

This 4-part series, Africa in the City, is designed to teach members in the Memphis community about the history and culture of various communities in Africa.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Health and Wellness Series: Summer Rocks

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Join us for a relaxing afternoon of creativity at the Hollywood Library for some rock painting! Unwind, socialize, and explore your artistic side as we transform simple stones into beautiful works of art.

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

Join us for a relaxing afternoon of creativity at the Hollywood Library for some rock painting! Unwind, socialize, and explore your artistic side as we transform simple stones into beautiful works of art.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Zine Workshop

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Exhibits, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Teens

Channel your creativity in writing and art in this week-long summer camp. Discover the ins and outs of zines and create your own about a topic you’re passionate about. Participants will be provided with: 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Exhibits, STEAM arts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Channel your creativity in writing and art in this week-long summer camp. Discover the ins and outs of zines and create your own about a topic you’re passionate about. Participants will be provided with: 

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Africa in the City 4-Part Series (Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning Summer)

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 11:30am - 1:30pm
Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cooking and Food, Cultural Awareness, Games, History/Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

This 4-part series, Africa in the City, is designed to teach members in the Memphis community about the history and culture of various communities in Africa.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cooking and Food, Cultural Awareness, Games, History/Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

This 4-part series, Africa in the City, is designed to teach members in the Memphis community about the history and culture of various communities in Africa.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo
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

Dino Bookmarks

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Randolph Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts, STEAM stem, Unearth A Story
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Don't lose track of what page you're on this Summer! Children will decorate Dinosaur bookmarks to make reading even more joyful!

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts, STEAM stem, Unearth A Story
Event Details:

Don't lose track of what page you're on this Summer! Children will decorate Dinosaur bookmarks to make reading even more joyful!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo
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 & Gardens

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Program Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Come join us for a special visit from the Dixon Gallery & Gardens' Art to Grow! Participants will create a chia seed plant friend.

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come join us for a special visit from the Dixon Gallery & Gardens' Art to Grow! Participants will create a chia seed plant friend.

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
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Sit-N-Stitch Crochet and Knitting Club

Thursday, July 16, 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 "Teens" group

Zine Workshop

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Exhibits, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Teens

Channel your creativity in writing and art in this week-long summer camp. Discover the ins and outs of zines and create your own about a topic you’re passionate about. Participants will be provided with: 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Exhibits, STEAM arts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Channel your creativity in writing and art in this week-long summer camp. Discover the ins and outs of zines and create your own about a topic you’re passionate about. Participants will be provided with: 

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo
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

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Parkway Village 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: Parkway Village 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.

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
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

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Levi 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: Levi 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.

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

Zine Workshop

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Performance Stage at CLOUD901
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Exhibits, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Teens

Channel your creativity in writing and art in this week-long summer camp. Discover the ins and outs of zines and create your own about a topic you’re passionate about. Participants will be provided with: 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: CLOUD901
Room: Performance Stage
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Exhibits, STEAM arts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Channel your creativity in writing and art in this week-long summer camp. Discover the ins and outs of zines and create your own about a topic you’re passionate about. Participants will be provided with: 

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Open Art Session

Friday, July 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 "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

Spongebob Saturday

Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Story Time Room at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Movies, Unearth A Story
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Come to the Cordova Branch Library for Spongebob Saturday.  Watch a movie, have seafaring snacks and make a sponge-paint masterpiece to take home.

For all ages and no registration is needed.

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies, Unearth A Story
Event Details:

Come to the Cordova Branch Library for Spongebob Saturday.  Watch a movie, have seafaring snacks and make a sponge-paint masterpiece to take home.

For all ages and no registration is needed.

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

Lego Club

Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB) at East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, STEAM stem
Age Group:
Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Join us for an exciting experience of building, creating, and making new friends!

Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB)
Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, STEAM stem
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting experience of building, creating, and making new friends!

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-Seniors" group

One Room School House Crochet Class

Saturday, July 18, 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.

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

Crochet Club

Saturday, July 18, 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.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Creative Release- Visual Storytelling

Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Large Meeting Room (COR) at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

All those 18 and older are invited to join us for "Creative Release:  A Visual Storytelling for Acceptance and Growth." Artist Marta Beatriz will be here on Saturday.

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

All those 18 and older are invited to join us for "Creative Release:  A Visual Storytelling for Acceptance and Growth." Artist Marta Beatriz will be here on Saturday.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library logo
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.