This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group. Toddler Story Time Wednesday, April 2, 2025 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) Event Details: Come join us as we explore the wonderful world of children's literature for toddlers! No groups please. This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group. Apr 2 2025 Wed Toddler Story Time 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: Come join us as we explore the wonderful world of children's literature for toddlers! No groups please.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group. Still Life Acrylic Painting Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm Meeting Room (OGR) at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults-Seniors Event Details: Offered through Creative Aging of the Midsouth for six consecutive weeks of classes. Registration opened Dec. 16 on Creative Aging website, and all spaces are filled. T... This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group. Apr 2 2025 Wed Still Life Acrylic Painting 11:00am - 1:00pm Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Room: Meeting Room (OGR) Age Group: Adults-Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Offered through Creative Aging of the Midsouth for six consecutive weeks of classes. Registration opened Dec. 16 on Creative Aging website, and all spaces are filled.
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. Worth the Risk Youth Arts Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm Meeting Room A (OM) at Orange Mound Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Nonprofit Assistance, Poetry and Writing Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Event Details: Express yourself! Every Wednesday from January to May local artist and founder of Color Your Story Onto Mine nonprofit, Violet Newborn, will be hosting a series of social artistry ... Open Required 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. Apr 2 2025 Wed Worth the Risk Youth Arts 3:00pm - 5:00pm Orange Mound Library Open Library Branch: Orange Mound Library Room: Meeting Room A (OM) Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Nonprofit Assistance, Poetry and Writing Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Express yourself! Every Wednesday from January to May local artist and founder of Color Your Story Onto Mine nonprofit, Violet Newborn, will be hosting a series of social artistry workshops for Memphis youth at the Orange Mound Library. 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. Digital art Exploratory Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm Rebecca’s Hi Tech Tree House at CLOUD901 Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens Event Details: Get ready to unleash your creativity! Join us every Wednesday from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM at CLOUD901 for an exciting, hands-on recurring class designed just for teens. Dive into the w... This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 2 2025 Wed Digital art Exploratory 3:30pm - 5:00pm CLOUD901 Library Branch: CLOUD901 Room: Rebecca’s Hi Tech Tree House Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details:
This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group. Preschool Storytime Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm Children's Area at South Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Times Age Group: Children (Age 0-5) 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 ... This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group. Apr 2 2025 Wed Preschool Storytime 4:30pm - 5:15pm South Library Library Branch: South Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children (Age 0-5) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, 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. 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. Calligraphy 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Children's Department at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts Age Group: Adults Event Details: During this course, participants will be introduced to the history and essential tools of calligraphy (the art of decorative handwriting). Participants will learn various technique... Open Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu Calligraphy 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning 2:00pm - 3:00pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Open Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: Children's Department Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts Required Seats Remaining: 9 Event Details: During this course, participants will be introduced to the history and essential tools of calligraphy (the art of decorative handwriting). Participants will learn various techniques before completing a personalized keepsake. Special Notes Memphis Library Foundation This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
This event is in the "Teens" group. Homeschool Hangout Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Teen Innovation Center at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games Age Group: Teens Event Details: A chance to meet other homeschoolers over tabletop games, video games, crafts and conversations! This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu Homeschool Hangout 2:00pm - 3:00pm Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Room: Teen Innovation Center Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games Event Details: A chance to meet other homeschoolers over tabletop games, video games, crafts and conversations!
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 3, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm East Shelby Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc. Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Event Details: Fiber arts creators come together and work on your current project! Make friend and connections with other artists in the area in a relaxing environment with people who might be ab... This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group. Apr 3 2025 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 "Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group. Crocheting with Grace Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Meeting Room (COR) at Cordova Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc. Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Event Details: This class will be for adults ages 18 and up. The students will learn or sharpen the following skills:-What crocheting is-Basic fundamental crochet skills and stitches-Informa... This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu Crocheting with Grace 4:00pm - 5:00pm Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library Room: Meeting Room (COR) Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc. Event Details: This class will be for adults ages 18 and up. The students will learn or sharpen the following skills: Special Notes Friends of the Library This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Sit & Stitch Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Meeting Room (OGR) at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Event Details: Are you interested in crocheting or knitting? If so, this program is for you. Memphis Yarnworks is hosting a Sit & Stitch session. Please bring your own supplies. This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 5 2025 Sat Sit & Stitch 10:00am - 12:00pm Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Room: Meeting Room (OGR) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Are you interested in crocheting or knitting? If so, this program is for you. Memphis Yarnworks is hosting a Sit & Stitch session. Please bring your own supplies.
This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group. Little Readers' Roundup Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am Story Time Room at Whitehaven Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, Story Times Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8) Event Details: Join us every 1st and 3rd Saturday for a fun and magical time filled with exciting stories, laughter, and adventure! This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group. Apr 5 2025 Sat Little Readers' Roundup 10:30am - 11:00am Whitehaven Library Library Branch: Whitehaven Library Room: Story Time Room Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, Story Times Event Details: Join us every 1st and 3rd Saturday for a fun and magical time filled with exciting stories, laughter, and adventure! 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.
The Newborn Jazz and Arts Heritage Festival Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 1:00pm Meeting Room A (OM) at Orange Mound Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Music, STEAM arts Event Details: Join us for a this intergenerational arts and music festival inspired by the legacy of Calvin and Phineas Newborn! There will be artist talks by Violet Newborn and Marcella Simien ... Apr 5 2025 Sat The Newborn Jazz and Arts Heritage Festival 10:30am - 1:00pm Orange Mound Library Library Branch: Orange Mound Library Room: Meeting Room A (OM) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Music, STEAM arts Event Details: Join us for a this intergenerational arts and music festival inspired by the legacy of Calvin and Phineas Newborn! There will be artist talks by Violet Newborn and Marcella Simien as well as jazz music by Dewey and the Decimals and A Giant Slug! Special Notes Memphis Library Foundation This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
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. Where the Wild Things Are party Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am Story Time Room at Cordova Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies, Story Times Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12) Event Details: Come to the Cordova Library for a Where the Wild Things Are party. Celebrate National Library Week with a movie, snacks and make your own monster!For all ages and no registra... 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. Apr 5 2025 Sat Where the Wild Things Are party 11:00am - 11:45am Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library Room: Story Time Room Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies, Story Times Event Details: Come to the Cordova Library for a Where the Wild Things Are party. Celebrate National Library Week with a movie, snacks and make your own monster!For all ages and no registration is needed.
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Drawing Techniques 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: Unlock the secrets of drawing through four essential line techniques during this hands-on course. You’ll explore contour, cross contour, continuous contour and blind contour drawin... Open Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 5 2025 Sat Drawing Techniques 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning 3:00pm - 4:00pm Hollywood Library Open Library Branch: Hollywood Library Room: Meeting Room (HOL) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts Required Seats Remaining: 14 Event Details: Unlock the secrets of drawing through four essential line techniques during this hands-on course. 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. Painting with Color & Nature 4-Part Series : Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: In this vibrant, hands-on course, participants will dive into the world of painting with a twist. They’ll master color blending, shading techniques and how to sketch and paint plan... Open Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 5 2025 Sat Painting with Color & Nature 4-Part Series : Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning 4:00pm - 5:00pm Hollywood Library Open Library Branch: Hollywood Library Room: Meeting Room (HOL) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts Required Seats Remaining: 32 Event Details: In this vibrant, hands-on course, participants will dive into the world of painting with a twist. They’ll master color blending, shading techniques and how to sketch and paint plants and trees with a fresh modern approach. Special Notes Memphis Library Foundation This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group. Preschool Story Time Monday, April 7, 2025 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) Event Details: Come join us for stories, songs and fun, specially designed for pre-school children! Groups must pre-register. This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group. Apr 7 2025 Mon Preschool Story Time 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: Come join us for stories, songs and fun, specially designed for pre-school children! Groups must pre-register. 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. Toddler Storytime Monday, April 7, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am Main Floor at Randolph Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Story Times Age Group: Children (Age 0-5) Event Details: Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to Randolph Library for stories, songs, rhymes and a craft! This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group. Apr 7 2025 Mon Toddler Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Randolph Library Library Branch: Randolph Library Room: Main Floor Age Group: Children (Age 0-5) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Story Times Event Details: Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to Randolph Library for stories, songs, rhymes and a craft! Special Notes Friends of the Library This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.
This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group. This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group. Crafternoon Monday, April 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Meeting Room (RAN) at Randolph Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts, STEAM stem Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12) Event Details: Kids can come to their Randolph Branch Library after school on Mondays and utilize their creativity with craft making! This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group. This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group. Apr 7 2025 Mon Crafternoon 4:00pm - 5:00pm Randolph Library Library Branch: Randolph Library Room: Meeting Room (RAN) Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), 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 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. Therapeutic Art 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning Monday, April 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Meeting Room (HOL) at Hollywood Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, STEAM arts Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: Explore the power of art to express emotions and tell stories; from therapeutic art practices and color theory to figure drawing and acrylic painting, this course equips you with t... Open Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 7 2025 Mon Therapeutic Art 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning 4:00pm - 5:00pm Hollywood Library Open Library Branch: Hollywood Library Room: Meeting Room (HOL) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, STEAM arts Required Seats Remaining: 27 Event Details: Explore the power of art to express emotions and tell stories; from therapeutic art practices and color theory to figure drawing and acrylic painting, this course equips you with the skills to create bold, personal and impactful artwork. 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. Cordova Writing Club Monday, April 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm Meeting Room (COR) at Cordova Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: The only objective is to put words on paper! Think of this as a NaNoWriMo "write-in," but for those of us who need longer than a year to write a book! Bring a writing project to wo... This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 7 2025 Mon Cordova Writing Club 4:00pm - 5:30pm Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library Room: Meeting Room (COR) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts Event Details: The only objective is to put words on paper! Think of this as a NaNoWriMo "write-in," but for those of us who need longer than a year to write a book! Bring a writing project to work on, or start something new. All skill levels welcome.
This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group. Babies and Books Tuesday, April 8, 2025 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) Event Details: Come join us for story time appropriate for the youngest children! No groups please. This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group. Apr 8 2025 Tue Babies and Books 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: Come join us for story time appropriate for the youngest children! No groups please. 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-Seniors" group. Mosaics @ Orange Mound Library Presented by Creative Aging Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm Meeting Room B (OM) at Orange Mound Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness Age Group: Adults-Seniors Event Details: Creative Aging Studio Course: Mosaic WorkshopDescription: Learners ages 65+ are invited to register for this 4-week Creative Aging Mosaic Studio Course at Orange Mound Library... This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group. Apr 8 2025 Tue Mosaics @ Orange Mound Library Presented by Creative Aging 11:00am - 1:00pm Orange Mound Library Library Branch: Orange Mound Library Room: Meeting Room B (OM) Age Group: Adults-Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness Event Details: Creative Aging Studio Course: Mosaic Workshop
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group. Bookfolding Class w/ Creative Aging Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm Meeting Room (LEV) at Levi Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Event Details: Join teaching artist B.J. Foster for this 5-week course and have fun transforming old books into pieces of art. Participants learn to follow a folding pattern creating a visually i... Open Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group. Apr 8 2025 Tue Bookfolding Class w/ Creative Aging 11:30am - 12:30pm Levi Library Open Library Branch: Levi Library Room: Meeting Room (LEV) Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 6 Event Details: Join teaching artist B.J. Foster for this 5-week course and have fun transforming old books into pieces of art. Participants learn to follow a folding pattern creating a visually interesting three-dimensional image. 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. Teen Tinker Tuesday Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Main Floor at Frayser Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts Age Group: Teens Event Details: Unleash your creativity at Teen Tinker Tuesday! Each week, explore new art techniques, make unique creations, and express yourself through fun, hands-on projects. Whether it's pain... This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 8 2025 Tue Teen Tinker Tuesday 4:00pm - 5:00pm Frayser Library Library Branch: Frayser Library Room: Main Floor Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts Event Details: Unleash your creativity at Teen Tinker Tuesday! Each week, explore new art techniques, make unique creations, and express yourself through fun, hands-on projects. Whether it's painting, sculpture, or mixed media, there's something for everyone. 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.