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

AAPI Heritage Month Memphis Student Art Exhibit

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 8:00pm
Cossitt Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness, Exhibits, Holidays
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens

Join us for a vibrant showcase of creativity in our annual Student Art Competition, honoring Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month!

Library Branch: Cossitt Library
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness, Exhibits, Holidays
Event Details:

Join us for a vibrant showcase of creativity in our annual Student Art Competition, honoring Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month!

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

Africa Studies in the 901 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Africa in the City is designed to teach members in the Memphis community about the history and culture of various communities in Africa. Food tastings, mini language lessons, and hands-on activities are features of the program. 

Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAL)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Africa in the City is designed to teach members in the Memphis community about the history and culture of various communities in Africa. Food tastings, mini language lessons, and hands-on activities are features of the program. 

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

Memfis: Historias y Memorias Latino Americanas

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Citizenship/ESL, Community Information, Cultural Awareness, Library Support, Neighborhood Events
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

¡Cuenta tu historia! ¿Has vivido en Memphis más de 20 años? ¿Naciste en Latino América? ¿Hablas español? Participa en este taller dirigido para escribir tu historia del primer año que viviste en Memphis.

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAN)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Citizenship/ESL, Community Information, Cultural Awareness, Library Support, Neighborhood Events
Event Details:

¡Cuenta tu historia! ¿Has vivido en Memphis más de 20 años? ¿Naciste en Latino América? ¿Hablas español? Participa en este taller dirigido para escribir tu historia del primer año que viviste en Memphis.

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.

Help Me Find My People: Genealogy 101

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Studio B (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Community Information, Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

This session provides an overview of how to conduct genealogical research, including helpful charts and forms, free internet research sites, and other helpful tips to continue your family history journey.

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Studio B (OM)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Community Information, Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy
Event Details:

This session provides an overview of how to conduct genealogical research, including helpful charts and forms, free internet research sites, and other helpful tips to continue your family history journey.

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

Beginning Spanish

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (WHI) at Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, Language Classes
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

A beginning Spanish class designed for students that have no familiarity with the language. Registration not necessary and we can start you with our beginners group and work you up to our advanced group.

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Meeting Room (WHI)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Language Classes
Event Details:

A beginning Spanish class designed for students that have no familiarity with the language. Registration not necessary and we can start you with our beginners group and work you up to our advanced group.

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

W.H.A.M (Whitehaven Anime and Manga)

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Innovation Center at Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Cultural Awareness
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens

Join us at the Whitehaven Library for a fun exploration of Japanese anime and comics. We'll dive into monthly screenings of popular anime and engage in discussions and activities on manga trends and Japanese culture. 

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Cultural Awareness
Event Details:

Join us at the Whitehaven Library for a fun exploration of Japanese anime and comics. We'll dive into monthly screenings of popular anime and engage in discussions and activities on manga trends and Japanese culture. 

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.

GRIND CITY MEET- Beginning series of workshops on photography.

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Cossitt Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers and Technology, Cultural Awareness, Neighborhood Events
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

GRIND CITY MEET- A 4 week photography series exploring the essentials and fundamentals of photography from camera basics to photo editing. 

Registration recommended but not required.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers and Technology, Cultural Awareness, Neighborhood Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

GRIND CITY MEET- A 4 week photography series exploring the essentials and fundamentals of photography from camera basics to photo editing. 

Registration recommended but not required.

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

Basic Conversational Spanish 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Friday, May 23, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
L-56 Training Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, Language Classes
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Classes will cover introductory Spanish terms and keywords commonly used in day-to-day conversations. Lessons will focus on vocabulary, speaking, and some writing skills to help students communicate effectively in everyday situations.

Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: L-56 Training Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Language Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Classes will cover introductory Spanish terms and keywords commonly used in day-to-day conversations. Lessons will focus on vocabulary, speaking, and some writing skills to help students communicate effectively in everyday situations.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The AAPI Education Series - Outreach Event

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:30pm
Offsite Location at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, Outreach Event
Age Group:
Adults

The AAPI Education Series, sponsored by the City of Memphis, will take place on Saturday, May 24, from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM at the Bert Ferguson Community Center (8505 Trinity Road, Cordo

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Offsite Location
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Outreach Event
Event Details:

The AAPI Education Series, sponsored by the City of Memphis, will take place on Saturday, May 24, from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM at the Bert Ferguson Community Center (8505 Trinity Road, Cordo

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

Africa Studies in the 901 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Africa in the City is designed to teach members in the Memphis community about the history and culture of various communities in Africa. Food tastings, mini language lessons, and hands-on activities are features of the program. 

Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAL)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Africa in the City is designed to teach members in the Memphis community about the history and culture of various communities in Africa. Food tastings, mini language lessons, and hands-on activities are features of the program. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

ESB Anime Club

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Innovation Center at East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, Language Classes, Movies
Age Group:
Teens

Join us at East Shelby for some anime fun! We'll not only be watching anime, but learning about Japanese culture, language, and history!

Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Language Classes, Movies
Event Details:

Join us at East Shelby for some anime fun! We'll not only be watching anime, but learning about Japanese culture, language, and history!

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

International Storytime

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Program Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)

G'day! Join us for a special storytime performed by Mark Riddle, manager of the South branch, as he shares stories, songs and a snack from his home country of Australia!

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Story Times
Event Details:

G'day! Join us for a special storytime performed by Mark Riddle, manager of the South branch, as he shares stories, songs and a snack from his home country of Australia!

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.

Beginning Spanish

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (WHI) at Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, Language Classes
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

A beginning Spanish class designed for students that have no familiarity with the language. Registration not necessary and we can start you with our beginners group and work you up to our advanced group.

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Meeting Room (WHI)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Language Classes
Event Details:

A beginning Spanish class designed for students that have no familiarity with the language. Registration not necessary and we can start you with our beginners group and work you up to our advanced group.

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

GRIND CITY MEET- Beginning series of workshops on photography.

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Cossitt Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers and Technology, Cultural Awareness, Neighborhood Events
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

GRIND CITY MEET- A 4 week photography series exploring the essentials and fundamentals of photography from camera basics to photo editing. 

Registration recommended but not required.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers and Technology, Cultural Awareness, Neighborhood Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

GRIND CITY MEET- A 4 week photography series exploring the essentials and fundamentals of photography from camera basics to photo editing. 

Registration recommended but not required.

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

Basic Conversational Spanish 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning

Friday, May 30, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
L-56 Training Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, Language Classes
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Classes will cover introductory Spanish terms and keywords commonly used in day-to-day conversations. Lessons will focus on vocabulary, speaking, and some writing skills to help students communicate effectively in everyday situations.

Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: L-56 Training Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Language Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Classes will cover introductory Spanish terms and keywords commonly used in day-to-day conversations. Lessons will focus on vocabulary, speaking, and some writing skills to help students communicate effectively in everyday situations.

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.

Comic Con Art Contest

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Goodwyn Gallery at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness, Exhibits, Neighborhood Events
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Submissions are now open for Memphis Public Libraries Comic Con Art Contest. If accepted, your comic-themed art will hang in the Benjamin L. Hooks' Goodwyn Art Gallery for the month of May, and will be entered into the art contest.

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Goodwyn Gallery
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness, Exhibits, Neighborhood Events
Event Details:

Submissions are now open for Memphis Public Libraries Comic Con Art Contest. If accepted, your comic-themed art will hang in the Benjamin L. Hooks' Goodwyn Art Gallery for the month of May, and will be entered into the art contest.

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.

Memfis: Historias y Memorias Latino Americanas

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Citizenship/ESL, Community Information, Cultural Awareness, Library Support, Neighborhood Events
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

¡Cuenta tu historia! ¿Has vivido en Memphis más de 20 años? ¿Naciste en Latino América? ¿Hablas español? Participa en este taller dirigido para escribir tu historia del primer año que viviste en Memphis.

Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAN)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Citizenship/ESL, Community Information, Cultural Awareness, Library Support, Neighborhood Events
Event Details:

¡Cuenta tu historia! ¿Has vivido en Memphis más de 20 años? ¿Naciste en Latino América? ¿Hablas español? Participa en este taller dirigido para escribir tu historia del primer año que viviste en Memphis.

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.

ESB Anime Club

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Innovation Center at East Shelby Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, Movies, STEAM arts

Join us at East Shelby for some anime fun! We'll not only be watching anime, but learning about Japanese culture, language, and history!

Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Movies, STEAM arts
Event Details:

Join us at East Shelby for some anime fun! We'll not only be watching anime, but learning about Japanese culture, language, and history!

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.

Rescheduled: The Newborn Jazz and Arts Heritage Festival

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A & B (OM) at Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Music, Neighborhood Events
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

**This event has been rescheduled from April 5**

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room A & B (OM)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Music, Neighborhood Events
Event Details:

**This event has been rescheduled from April 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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Let Me Tell You About Cossitt: A Teen's Perspective

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Cossitt Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Music, Neighborhood Events, STEAM arts, Theater
Age Group:
Teens

Casting call to all teens, 13-18!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Music, Neighborhood Events, STEAM arts, Theater
Registration Required
Event Details:

Casting call to all teens, 13-18!

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.

Festive Fact Finders: Monthly Crossword Puzzles

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Orange Mound Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, Games, History/Genealogy, Holidays
Age Group:
Teens

Want to test your knowledge with different subjects, from pop culture to history and fashion, maybe even learn something new? A crossword puzzle is a great way to do that! Even better with some friendly competition.

Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Games, History/Genealogy, Holidays
Event Details:

Want to test your knowledge with different subjects, from pop culture to history and fashion, maybe even learn something new? A crossword puzzle is a great way to do that! Even better with some friendly competition.

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

Beginning Spanish

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (WHI) at Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, Language Classes
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

A beginning Spanish class designed for students that have no familiarity with the language. Registration not necessary and we can start you with our beginners group and work you up to our advanced group.

Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Meeting Room (WHI)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Language Classes
Event Details:

A beginning Spanish class designed for students that have no familiarity with the language. Registration not necessary and we can start you with our beginners group and work you up to our advanced group.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Let Me Tell You About Cossitt: A Teen's Perspective

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Cossitt Library
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Music, Neighborhood Events, STEAM arts, Theater
Age Group:
Teens

Casting call to all teens, 13-18!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Music, Neighborhood Events, STEAM arts, Theater
Registration Required
Event Details:

Casting call to all teens, 13-18!

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

Art to Grow with the Dixon Gallery and Gardens

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Program Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Please join us for a special program with The Dixon's Art to Grow Program! 

Participants ages 8-12 are invited to learn about art then create their own masterpiece to take home. 

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness
Event Details:

Please join us for a special program with The Dixon's Art to Grow Program! 

Participants ages 8-12 are invited to learn about art then create their own masterpiece to take home.