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 May 12 2026 Tue Long Live the King!-Chess Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library 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 May 12 2026 Tue Long Live the King!-Chess Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: Lobby Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Games Event Details: Free chess tutorials for all ages. Beginners are invited to learn to play, and veterans are welcome to challenge each other to a friendly match of strategy and tactics. For this event we will meet in our main lobby behind the escalators. 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 May 13 2026 Wed Notary Services 12:00pm–2:00pm Adults, Adults-Seniors Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 13 2026 Wed Notary Services 12:00pm–2:00pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: 3rd Floor Reading Area - Walnut Grove Side Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Legal Assistance Event Details: Memphis Public Libraries provides free notary services to the public during drop-in hours: WEDNESDAYS from Noon – 2 PM at the Central Library in the Business & Sciences Department on the 3rd floor. Special Notes Memphis Library Foundation This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
This event is in the "Adults" group May 13 2026 Wed Gardening Questions and Answers Session 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 13 2026 Wed Gardening Questions and Answers Session 1:00pm–2:00pm Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Open Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Room: Meeting Room (OGR) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Gardening Registration Required Event Details: Booker Leigh, retired UT extension agent, will answer any questions about gardening, landscaping, and lawn care. Participants can ask horticultural questions or share concerns related to their plants or landscape.
This event is in the "Adults" group May 13 2026 Wed What Are You Cooking? 4:00pm–5:00pm Adults Cordova Library This event is in the "Adults" group May 13 2026 Wed What Are You Cooking? 4:00pm–5:00pm Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking and Food Event Details: Customers can enjoy being a part of this cooking demonstration as a &nbs Special Notes Friends of the Library This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 13 2026 Wed Seed Library Garden Club 5:30pm–7:00pm Adults, Adults-Seniors Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 13 2026 Wed Seed Library Garden Club 5:30pm–7:00pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Open Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: 3rd Floor Reading Area - Walnut Grove Side Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Gardening Registration Required Event Details: Join us for the Seed Library Garden Club, a welcoming space for gardening lovers of all levels! 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 13 2026 Wed Raleigh Open Studio: Film & Photo Lab 6:00pm–7:30pm Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Raleigh Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 13 2026 Wed Raleigh Open Studio: Film & Photo Lab 6:00pm–7:30pm Raleigh Library Open Library Branch: Raleigh Library Room: Family Learning Lab Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Community Information, STEAM arts Registration Required Event Details: The Raleigh Open Studio Lab is a creative drop-in space designed for filmmakers, photographers, and content creators to edit, create, and grow. 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 May 13 2026 Wed The Writer's Block 6:00pm–8:00pm Teens, Adults Connect Crew Offsite Event This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 13 2026 Wed The Writer's Block 6:00pm–8:00pm Connect Crew Library Branch: Connect Crew Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Outreach Event, Poetry and Writing Event Details: Ever find yourself stuck when you're trying to write? Or, maybe, you don't even know how to start? Then please join us for 'The Writer's Block,' a writing club geared towards gathering writers together and getting words down on the page.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 14 2026 Thu Getting Started with Microsoft Word 10:30am–12:30pm Teens, Adults Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 14 2026 Thu Getting Started with Microsoft Word 10:30am–12:30pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Open Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: 2nd Floor Reading Area Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Computers and Technology Registration Required Event Details: This class is designed to introduce the basic functions of Microsoft Word for Office 365 in order to create professional documents, resumes, and any other text documents. The following skills will be covered:
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 14 2026 Thu Genealogy Assistance with Dr. Cynthia Sadler! 11:00am–1:00pm Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Orange Mound Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 14 2026 Thu Genealogy Assistance with Dr. Cynthia Sadler! 11:00am–1:00pm Orange Mound Library Library Branch: Orange Mound Library Room: Genealogy Room (OM) Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy Event Details: Genealogy assistance with Dr. Cynthia Sadler! Come get assistance with your genealogical research from one of our library's favorite experts. Dr.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 15 2026 Fri Techy Seniors - Smart Phone Basics 10:30am–12:30pm Teens, Adults Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 15 2026 Fri Techy Seniors - Smart Phone Basics 10:30am–12:30pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Open Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: L-56 Training Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Computers and Technology Registration Required Event Details: Techy Seniors – Phone BasicsLearn the basic functions of smart phones and tablets. Participants will explore settings, and learn the following basic functions:
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 May 15 2026 Fri Chess Club @ OGR 2:30pm–4:30pm Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Officer Geoffrey Redd Library 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 May 15 2026 Fri Chess Club @ OGR 2:30pm–4:30pm Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Room: Meeting Room (OGR) Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Games Event Details: Join us for two-hours of casual chess. Players of all levels and ages welcome. Participation is first come, first served as space allows. 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 May 16 2026 Sat Walk a Mile and Get a Free Book! 10:00am–11:00am Adults Cordova Library This event is in the "Adults" group May 16 2026 Sat Walk a Mile and Get a Free Book! 10:00am–11:00am Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library Room: Library Outdoor Grounds (COR) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Walk a mile and get a free book! We are going to walk from the library entrance, complete the walking path around the Bert Ferguson community center (approx. 1 mile), and return to the library. 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 This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 16 2026 Sat Knot Just Yarn: Frayser Crochet Club 10:00am–12:00pm Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Frayser Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 16 2026 Sat Knot Just Yarn: Frayser Crochet Club 10:00am–12:00pm Frayser Library 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. 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 May 16 2026 Sat Spanish for Beginners 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Cordova Library This event is in the "Adults" group May 16 2026 Sat Spanish for Beginners 1:00pm–2:00pm Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library Room: Teen Innovation Center Age Group: Adults Program Type: Language Classes Event Details: Learn Spanish for free in this beginner-friendly class for adults! Instructional materials provided at the start of every class. No registration needed. 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 This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 16 2026 Sat Heart and Soul Book Club 3:00pm–5:30pm Adults, Adults-Seniors Raleigh Library Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 16 2026 Sat Heart and Soul Book Club 3:00pm–5:30pm Raleigh Library Upcoming Library Branch: Raleigh Library Room: Kitchen Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Two very different authors. One big conversation. This month, we are discussing the power of legacy and the complexity of family with Mitch Albom and Oyinkan Braithwaite. Special Notes Friends of the Library This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 18 2026 Mon Chair Yoga 1:30pm–2:30pm Adults, Adults-Seniors Hollywood Library This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 18 2026 Mon Chair Yoga 1:30pm–2:30pm Hollywood Library Library Branch: Hollywood Library Room: Meeting Room (HOL) Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: This is an ongoing Chair yoga class which is offered every Monday from 1:30-2:30 p.m.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 18 2026 Mon East Shelby Library: Computer Classes 3:00pm–4:00pm Adults, Adults-Seniors East Shelby Library This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 18 2026 Mon East Shelby Library: Computer Classes 3:00pm–4:00pm East Shelby Library Library Branch: East Shelby Library Room: Meeting Room A (ESB) Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Computers and Technology
This event is in the "Adults" group May 18 2026 Mon Cordova Writing Club 4:00pm–5:30pm Adults Cordova Library This event is in the "Adults" group May 18 2026 Mon Cordova Writing Club 4:00pm–5:30pm Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library Room: Meeting Room (COR) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts 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. Special Notes Friends of the Library This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 19 2026 Tue Notary Services 12:00pm–2:00pm Adults, Adults-Seniors Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 19 2026 Tue Notary Services 12:00pm–2:00pm Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library Library Branch: Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library Room: Meeting Room (CRE) Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Legal Assistance Event Details: Event DetailsMemphis Public Libraries provides free notary services to the public during drop-in hours: WEDNESDAYS from Noon – 2 PM at the Cornelia Crenshaw Branch Library. Special Notes Memphis Library Foundation This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
This event is in the "Adults" group May 19 2026 Tue Third Tuesday Book Club 12:00pm–2:00pm Adults Cordova Library This event is in the "Adults" group May 19 2026 Tue Third Tuesday Book Club 12:00pm–2:00pm Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library Room: Meeting Room (COR) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 19 2026 Tue Seed Library Presents: Colorcopia 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults, Adults-Seniors Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 19 2026 Tue Seed Library Presents: Colorcopia 1:00pm–2:00pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Open 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 "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 May 19 2026 Tue Genealogy Assistance Tuesdays with Skyler! 1:00pm–3:00pm Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Orange Mound Library 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 May 19 2026 Tue Genealogy Assistance Tuesdays with Skyler! 1:00pm–3:00pm Orange Mound Library Library Branch: Orange Mound Library Room: Genealogy Room (OM) Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Neighborhood Events Event Details: Have questions about genealogy? Wondering how to find that long-lost ancestor? Just getting started on your family history research journey? Have no fear...Genealogy Assistance Tuesdays are here!
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 19 2026 Tue Memphis Fair Housing Center: Free Legal Advice Clinic 3:00pm–5:00pm Adults, Adults-Seniors Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 19 2026 Tue Memphis Fair Housing Center: Free Legal Advice Clinic 3:00pm–5:00pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: 3rd Floor Reading Area - Poplar Side Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Legal Assistance Event Details: Hosted by the Memphis Fair Housing Center, a division of Memphis Area Legal Services, Inc., this FREE legal clinic provides an opportunity for individuals to learn more about their housing rights. Attorneys from Memphis Area Legal Services, Inc.
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 May 19 2026 Tue Long Live the King!-Chess Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library 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 May 19 2026 Tue Long Live the King!-Chess Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: Lobby Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Games Event Details: Free chess tutorials for all ages. Beginners are invited to learn to play, and veterans are welcome to challenge each other to a friendly match of strategy and tactics. For this event we will meet in our main lobby behind the escalators. 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.