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Spring Break Writing Workshop

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Literacy Instruction, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join this incredible opportunity for teen writers of all levels to hone their skills in this writing workshops series with author Jasper Joyner. In this class we will explore magic...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room A (OM)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Author Events, Literacy Instruction, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join this incredible opportunity for teen writers of all levels to hone their skills in this writing workshops series with author Jasper Joyner.

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.
This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group.

Spring Break Children's Author series

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Story Time Room at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Author Events
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Event Details:

Come to the Cordova Branch Library for the Spring Break Children's Author Series.  Meet and talk to a new children's author.  She can read her book to you and talk to you...

Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Author Events
Event Details:

Come to the Cordova Branch Library for the Spring Break Children's Author Series.  Meet and talk to a new children's author.  She can read her book to you and talk to you about the writing experience.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Spring Break Writing Workshop

Friday, March 14, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Literacy Instruction, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join this incredible opportunity for teen writers of all levels to hone their skills in this writing workshops series with author Jasper Joyner. In this class we will explore magic...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room A (OM)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Author Events, Literacy Instruction, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join this incredible opportunity for teen writers of all levels to hone their skills in this writing workshops series with author Jasper Joyner.

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.

Digital Wealth: Tools For the AI Era Author Event

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Neighborhood Events
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Digital Wealth: Tools For The AI Era is a book that focuses on establishing tools and passive income ideas through Cryptocurrency, Stocks, and e-commerce. It explores differen...

Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAL)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Author Events, Neighborhood Events
Event Details:

Digital Wealth: Tools For The AI Era is a book that focuses on establishing tools and passive income ideas through Cryptocurrency, Stocks, and e-commerce.

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

2025 Richard Wright Literary Awards

Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lobby Stage at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Author Events
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Richard Wright Literary Awards honor local authors in various categories including fiction and nonfiction in various categories. Awards will also be given for best graphic novel, s...

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Lobby Stage
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author Events
Event Details:

Richard Wright Literary Awards honor local authors in various categories including fiction and nonfiction in various categories. Awards will also be given for best graphic novel, single work in an anthology, illustration and more. 

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

DON’T TOUCH A GUN! Book signing with EKPE ABIOTO

Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Cossitt Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Cultural Awareness, Story Times
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Five friends find a gun. Now they have a choice to make. What will the boys do? From listening to the adults, the boys learn valuable life lessons. They are taught to value their&n...

Library Branch: Cossitt Library
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Cultural Awareness, Story Times
Event Details:

Five friends find a gun. Now they have a choice to make. What will the boys do? From listening to the adults, the boys learn valuable life lessons.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

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

Overcoming Writers Block with Author Jasper Joyner

Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Many of us have likely faced the challenge of “writer’s block” or other creative hurdles. But what if our perception of writer’s block is misguided? Join us for this lecture as we ...

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room A (OM)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Event Details:

Many of us have likely faced the challenge of “writer’s block” or other creative hurdles. But what if our perception of writer’s block is misguided?

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

Personal Essay Writing Workshop with Author Jasper Joyner

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Everyone has a story to tell, and every story matters. Join us for this personal essay writing class, presented by author Jasper Joyner, where we’ll explore the key elements of a p...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room A (OM)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Everyone has a story to tell, and every story matters. Join us for this personal essay writing class, presented by author Jasper Joyner, where we’ll explore the key elements of a powerful personal essay.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

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

Magical Realism Writing Workshop with Author Jasper Joyner

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Think Matilda, Toni Morrison’s Beloved, or the beloved book-turned-film The Princess Bride—each of these stories weaves just a touch of magic into an otherwise realistic world, a h...

Required
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room A (OM)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Think Matilda, Toni Morrison’s Beloved, or the beloved book-turned-film The Princess Bride—each of these stories weaves just a touch of magic into an otherwise realistic world, a hallmark of magical realism.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

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

Adult Author Workshop with Carnegie Writers

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Cossitt Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Join this incredible opportunity for writers of all levels to hone their skills in this writing workshop series with Carnegie Writers! Practice different writing styles, prose, and...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join this incredible opportunity for writers of all levels to hone their skills in this writing workshop series with Carnegie Writers! Practice different writing styles, prose, and more while collaborating with fellow writers in activities.

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

Adult Author Workshop with Carnegie Writers

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Cossitt Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Join this incredible opportunity for writers of all levels to hone their skills in this writing workshop series with Carnegie Writers! Practice different writing styles, prose, and...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join this incredible opportunity for writers of all levels to hone their skills in this writing workshop series with Carnegie Writers! Practice different writing styles, prose, and more while collaborating with fellow writers in activities.

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

Adult Author Workshop with Carnegie Writers

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Cossitt Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Join this incredible opportunity for writers of all levels to hone their skills in this writing workshop series with Carnegie Writers! Practice different writing styles, prose, and...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join this incredible opportunity for writers of all levels to hone their skills in this writing workshop series with Carnegie Writers! Practice different writing styles, prose, and more while collaborating with fellow writers in activities.

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

Adult Author Workshop with Carnegie Writers

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Cossitt Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Join this incredible opportunity for writers of all levels to hone their skills in this writing workshop series with Carnegie Writers! Practice different writing styles, prose, and...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join this incredible opportunity for writers of all levels to hone their skills in this writing workshop series with Carnegie Writers! Practice different writing styles, prose, and more while collaborating with fellow writers in activities.

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

Adult Author Workshop with Carnegie Writers

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Cossitt Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Join this incredible opportunity for writers of all levels to hone their skills in this writing workshop series with Carnegie Writers! Practice different writing styles, prose, and...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join this incredible opportunity for writers of all levels to hone their skills in this writing workshop series with Carnegie Writers! Practice different writing styles, prose, and more while collaborating with fellow writers in activities.

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

Adult Author Workshop with Carnegie Writers

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Cossitt Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Join this incredible opportunity for writers of all levels to hone their skills in this writing workshop series with Carnegie Writers! Practice different writing styles, prose, and...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join this incredible opportunity for writers of all levels to hone their skills in this writing workshop series with Carnegie Writers! Practice different writing styles, prose, and more while collaborating with fellow writers in activities.

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

Adult Author Workshop with Carnegie Writers

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Cossitt Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Join this incredible opportunity for writers of all levels to hone their skills in this writing workshop series with Carnegie Writers! Practice different writing styles, prose, and...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join this incredible opportunity for writers of all levels to hone their skills in this writing workshop series with Carnegie Writers! Practice different writing styles, prose, and more while collaborating with fellow writers in activities.

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

Adult Author Workshop with Carnegie Writers

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Cossitt Library
Program Type:
Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Event Details:

Join this incredible opportunity for writers of all levels to hone their skills in this writing workshop series with Carnegie Writers! Practice different writing styles, prose, and...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Author Events, Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join this incredible opportunity for writers of all levels to hone their skills in this writing workshop series with Carnegie Writers! Practice different writing styles, prose, and more while collaborating with fellow writers in activities.

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.