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Music Therapy with the Star Center

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Hollywood Library
Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Main Floor
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Music
Event Details:

Music is an important part of life. People use music to learn their ABCs, exercise, work, and enjoy the world. The Star Center's board-certified Music Therapists use these qualities of music to help people meet their individual goals.

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.

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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.

Pickle Day!!!

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Orange Mound Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Cooking and Food, Story Times
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Happy National Pickle Day!

Celebrate with us with a special pickle themed story time. Listen to the book "Pickles, Please" while you enjoy a pickle and a pickle snack! 

Don't forget to wear GREEN!

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

Lit at the Library - Literature: Then & Now

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: L-56 Training Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Literature Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Literature: Then & Now
with instructor Aaron Brame

 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Zumba Fitness at Raleigh

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Raleigh Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAL)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join us for our weekly Zumba fitness class! It's an excellent workout that will allow you to burn calories while having fun. It will also strengthen your muscles and improve flexibility.

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.

Checking Out Small Business Help From the Public Library

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business Assistance
Event Details:

Click here to register with SCORE for this online webinar, Checking Out Small Business Help at the Library.

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

Story Time

10:30am - 11:30am
Children (Age 0-5)
Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Meeting Room (OGR)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5)
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

Join us at OGR Library at the corner of Poplar and White Station for stories, songs, movement, and more! 


 

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.

Techy Seniors - Smart Phone Basics

10:30am - 12:30pm
Teens, Adults
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: L-56 Training Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Techy Seniors – Phone Basics

Learn 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 0-5)" group.
This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group.

Sensory Storytime

11:00am - 11:45am
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

Sensory Storytime is a welcoming interactive environment deigned for sensory seeking children with autism or other sensory integration challenges. 

Special Notes

Photograph Notice

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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.

Fun Film Fridays

2:30pm - 5:00pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Whitehaven Library
Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Join us on Fridays for a fun, kid-friendly film at the Whitehaven Library.

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

Walk a Mile and Get a Free Book!

10:15am - 11:00am
Teens, Adults
Cordova Library
Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Library Outdoor Grounds (COR)
Age Group: Teens, 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

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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.

Sew, You Can Sew It!

10:30am - 12:30pm
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
East Shelby Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Meeting Room C (ESB)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

This is a small, project based sewing class, aimed at beginners and people just learning to sew, although more experienced sewers will have fun too!  

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Photograph Notice

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

Mindful Mornings at the Orange Mound Library

11:00am - 11:30am
Teens, Adults
Orange Mound Library
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us at the Orange Mound Library for "Mindful Mornings," a relaxing and rejuvenating meditation class designed for all experience levels.

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.

International Storytime celebrating Mexico

11:00am - 11:45am
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
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, Story Times
Event Details:

Come to the Cordova Branch Library for an International Storytime celebrating the country and culture of Mexico.  Learn about our neighbors to the south with stories, music, food and crafts.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Language Learning Class (ELL)

11:00am - 12:30pm
Adults
Parkway Village Library
Library Branch: Parkway Village Library
Room: Program Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language Classes
Event Details:

Literacy Mid-South is teaching an English Language Learning Class (ELL) for those seeking to improve their English language skills. The class meets Monday and Saturday from 11:00 to 12:30. 

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.

Teen Arts Fest

11:00am - 2:00pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
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: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Event Details:

Meet some of Memphis and Shelby County's most talented teen artists. Teen Arts Fest is a celebration with youth arts organizations. There will be music, spoken word, and more!

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.

Get Your Groove On Line Dancing Sessions!

11:30am - 1:00pm
Adults
Whitehaven Library
Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Health & Wellness, Music
Event Details:

It’s not only working out and burning calories, but also dancing and having fun! Join our classes on September 09, October 05 & 26 as well as November 16!

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.

Senior Game Day

12:00pm - 5:00pm
Adults
North Library
Library Branch: North Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Game Day at North Branch will consist of a friendly game called Bid Whist. This game is fun, challenging, and can help seniors improve their memory, concentration, and social skills.  😊

Special Notes

Photograph Notice

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

Tween Book Club: Chat & Chew

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Tweens (Age 8-12)
East Shelby Library
Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Tweens, join us in a page turning of new and exciting books just for you!

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.

Arts and Crafts @ Levi

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Adults
Levi Library
Library Branch: Levi Library
Room: Meeting Room (LEV)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Did you know that arts and crafts aren't just for kids? Come and join us at Levi as we explore the mind of creativity. Our workshops will help relieve stress and depression, as well as decrease age-related cognitive impairment. 

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.

Movie Day-The Lion King

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Orange Mound Library
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Join us for popcorn and a movie! This month's movie is Lion King! 

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 "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.

Sew, You Can Sew It!

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
East Shelby Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Meeting Room C (ESB)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

This is a small, project based sewing class, aimed at beginners and people just learning to sew, although more experienced sewers will have fun too!  

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.

Short Story Circle

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Connect Crew
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Connect Crew
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Calling ALL lovers of reading, conversation, short stories, smoothies, and great food! Join us for our short story book club! Do you enjoy reading but face commitment issues when it comes to completing books from start to finish?

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Free Tech Support at the Library

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Cordova Library
Library Branch: Cordova Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Event Details:

Need help with your phone, laptop, tablet, email, photos, videos, etc.? Come to the library for free one on-one tech support! Our staff member Eddie will be happy to help you out.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Advanced ESL Reading and Discussion Group

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Cordova Library
Library Branch: Cordova Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Citizenship/ESL
Event Details:

Join us every Saturday from 2pm to 4pm to practice reading/speaking English and building new vocabulary in a casual friendly environment. Each attendee is welcome to read a page from the suggested book aloud.

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.