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Sit-N-Stitch Crochet and Knitting Club

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

Art & Edible Adventure

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Kitchen at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Let’s make some art! Grab a seat and unleash your creativity! Hang with your friends, munch on some awesome snacks, and create a masterpiece.

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

Let’s make some art! Grab a seat and unleash your creativity! Hang with your friends, munch on some awesome snacks, and create a masterpiece.

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

Musical Story Time!

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (OGR) 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 for a special edition of Story Time featuring the Magnolia Winds Woodwind Quintet from the University of Memphis! Be ready for songs, stories, and movement!

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

Join us for a special edition of Story Time featuring the Magnolia Winds Woodwind Quintet from the University of Memphis! Be ready for songs, stories, and movement!

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

Open Art Session

Friday, April 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:

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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

Knot Just Yarn: Frayser Crochet Club

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room B (FRA) at Frayser Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Looking for a cozy spot to stitch? Join the Frayser Library Crochet Group! 

Whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned pro, come hang out, swap yarn, and share tips in a relaxed environment. 

Library Branch: Frayser Library
Room: Meeting Room B (FRA)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Event Details:

Looking for a cozy spot to stitch? Join the Frayser Library Crochet Group! 

Whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned pro, come hang out, swap yarn, and share tips in a relaxed environment. 

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

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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

International Storytime celebrating Pakistan

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Story Time Room at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Come to the Cordova Branch Library for an International Storytime celebrating the culture and country of Pakistan.  Share music, stories, food, crafts and fun.

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, Story Times
Event Details:

Come to the Cordova Branch Library for an International Storytime celebrating the culture and country of Pakistan.  Share music, stories, food, crafts and fun.

For all ages and no registration is needed.

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

Preschool Storytime

Monday, April 20, 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 0-4)

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

Crafternoon

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Age Group:
Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Kids can come to their Randolph Branch Library after school on Mondays and utilize their creativity with craft making!

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

Kids can come to their Randolph Branch Library after school on Mondays and utilize their creativity with craft making!

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

Seed Library Presents: Colorcopia

Tuesday, April 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
Registration Required
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Crafting through History - Tribal Face Art part 1

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Whitehaven Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Black History Month, Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, STEAM arts
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

This class explores the rich cultural history and symbolic meaning behind tribal face art from Indigenous and ancient cultures around the world.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Black History Month, Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, STEAM arts
Registration Required
Event Details:

This class explores the rich cultural history and symbolic meaning behind tribal face art from Indigenous and ancient cultures around the world.

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

Adult Social Hour - Creative Energy Playground with Like Really Creative

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

The Like Really Creative team is taking over the Raleigh Library! We will start off with Fun Yoga with John Brugge, and then switch to Creative Play Stations with Meghan Tsitsuashvili.

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

The Like Really Creative team is taking over the Raleigh Library! We will start off with Fun Yoga with John Brugge, and then switch to Creative Play Stations with Meghan Tsitsuashvili.

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

LEGO Club

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (OGR) at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

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

Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Meeting Room (OGR)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Event Details:

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

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

South Branch Storytime

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Area at South Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7)

Children 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 a craft!

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

Children 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 a craft!

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

Stop and Read - 1,000 Page Teen Reading Challenge

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Innovation Center at Raleigh Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, College Preparation, Computers and Technology, Cooking and Food, Games, Library Support, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Age Group:
Teens

Throughout the months of March, April, and May, come join us for the 1,000 Pages Teen Reading Challenge! Once a month, we will be having a program where teens can sit and read to help them on their journey to 1,000 pages!

Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, College Preparation, Computers and Technology, Cooking and Food, Games, Library Support, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Event Details:

Throughout the months of March, April, and May, come join us for the 1,000 Pages Teen Reading Challenge! Once a month, we will be having a program where teens can sit and read to help them on their journey to 1,000 pages!

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

Sit-N-Stitch Crochet and Knitting Club

Thursday, April 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!

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

Toddler/Preschool Story Time!

Friday, April 24, 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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Canvas & Brushes

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (CRE) at Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Adults-Seniors

Come join us for Canvas & Brushes as we relax from a long week.  Enjoy smooth jazz as we create art! No skills required, just bring your smile. I hope to see you there!!

Library Branch: Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room (CRE)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come join us for Canvas & Brushes as we relax from a long week.  Enjoy smooth jazz as we create art! No skills required, just bring your smile. I hope to see you there!!

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

World Children's Day - Dia de los Ninos

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Story Time Room at Cordova Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Holidays, Theater
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)

Come to the Cordova Branch Library to celebrate World Children's Day - Dia de los Ninos.

See a play.  Share stories.  Make a child-shaped jigsaw puzzle.  Lots of fun!

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, Holidays, Theater
Event Details:

Come to the Cordova Branch Library to celebrate World Children's Day - Dia de los Ninos.

See a play.  Share stories.  Make a child-shaped jigsaw puzzle.  Lots of fun!

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

Conversation and Crafts

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11:30am - 1:30pm
Meeting Room (LEV) at Levi Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults

Conversation and Crafts is a welcoming, hands-on program that brings people together through creative crafting and meaningful conversation.

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

Conversation and Crafts is a welcoming, hands-on program that brings people together through creative crafting and meaningful conversation.

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-Seniors" group

One Room School House Crochet Class

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
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
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, April 25, 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 "Children (Age 0-4)" group
This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group

South Branch Storytime

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Area at South Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7)

Children 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, songs/rhymes, and a craft!

Library Branch: South Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Event Details:

Children 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, songs/rhymes, and a craft!

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 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.

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

Preschool Storytime

Monday, April 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 0-4)

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
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.