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Aerobics Fitness Exercise at Raleigh

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Raleigh Library
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAL)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us for a fun aerobics exercise with Ms. Linda Epps. It's a great way to enjoy exercising while allowing you to stretch and improve flexibility, muscular strength, and cardiovascular fitness. 

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 0-5)" group.

Preschool Story Time

10:30am - 11:30am
Children (Age 0-5)
Raleigh Library
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Children's Area (RAL)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5)
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled story time, for ages 3-5. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mystery Book Club

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adults
Cordova Library
Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Meeting Room (COR)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Join us in Meeting Room B for Mystery Book Club, on the Fourth Thursday of every month! (November and December meetings will be on the Third Thursday this year)

Nov. 21 (rescheduled from 28) 

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

Storytime

11:00am - 11:45am
Children (Age 0-5)
Cordova Library
Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5)
Event Details:

Come to the Cordova Branch Library for Storytime.  Share stories, songs and crafts.

This week's theme - Australian Animals

For all ages and no registration is needed.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Power Hour

12:30pm - 5:00pm
Adults
Levi Library
Library Branch: Levi Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Looking for a way to set healthy goals or start an exercise routine? Join us at Levi as we move and groove with modern, easy to use equipment. Your choice, Your Pace!


 

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

Intro to Cricut: Holiday Cards

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Teens, Adults
Whitehaven Library
Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Meeting Room (WHI)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers and Technology, STEAM arts
Event Details:

Have you ever heard of a Cricut machine?  People use these electronic cutters to cut original and pre-made designs from all sorts of materials including paper, card stock, vinyl, iron-on transfers and more.

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.

Sit-N-Stitch Fiber Arts Club

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens, Adults
East Shelby Library
Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Meeting Room A (ESB)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come join us at the East Shelby Library Branch to work on your current knitting or crochet project with fellow artists in the Memphis area! Make connections with and learn new tricks and tips from other local artists. 

 

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

Chess!

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
South Library
Library Branch: South Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Games, STEAM stem
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Dummies and Dragons

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Randolph Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAN)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Do you like Dungeons and Dragons but don't know how to play? Great, neither do we! Come play a chaotic game where no one knows the rules but still have to win battles against unknown foes. 

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

Harvest of Recipes: A Community Thanksgiving Cookbook

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Raleigh Library
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Children's Area (RAL)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Holidays
Event Details:

Join us as we create a special Thanksgiving recipe book featuring delicious dishes from our community.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Coffee and Conversations-ESL

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Adults
Cordova Library
Library Branch: Cordova Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Citizenship/ESL
Event Details:

Build English skills in a relaxed, friendly environment, meet other English learners, and practice speaking and listening skills in small groups.

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

Creating Captivating Curb Appeal

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Open
Registration
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
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

With a chill in the air and the garden chores slowed down, November is a great time to start planning your spring garden! Transform your front garden from so-so to Whoa! Learn affordable, quick ways to make your home stand out!

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.

How To Set Up A Non-Profit Organization

6:00pm - 7:15pm
Adults
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Meeting Rooms (CEN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business Assistance, Nonprofit Assistance
Event Details:

Join us in the Meeting Rooms for a SCORE presentation of "How To Set Up A Non-Profit Organization."

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.

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.

Everything but the Turkey: Thanksgiving Meal Kit Giveaway Drawing

10:00am - 6:00pm
Adults
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking and Food, Holidays
Event Details:

Enter to win a Thanksgiving meal kit for a family of four, generously provided by Whole Foods!

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.

Learning Calligraphy with Racheal

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Cordova Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Meeting Room (COR)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Racheal S. will be returning to Cordova every other Friday morning to teach her students the basics of the beautiful art of calligraphy . Every other week, we will be building on what we learned the week before so plan to attend all sessions.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of 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.

Getting Started with Excel 365

10:30am - 12:30pm
Teens, Adults
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Online
Registration
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Participants will learn the basic functions available in Microsoft Excel, including:

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. 

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 "Adults" group.

Ladies & Gentlemen of Distinction Book Club @ Levi

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Adults
Levi Library
Library Branch: Levi Library
Room: Meeting Room (LEV)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen of Distinction:  Please join us on the last Friday of the month for our book club. Thank you for your participation.

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.

Mr. Magic visits Whitehaven Library!

3:30pm - 4:15pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Whitehaven Library
Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Music, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Event Details:

 

Step right up and get ready to be amazed! 🎩✨

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 "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.

Turkey Trot Scavenger Hunt

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Raleigh Library
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Holidays
Event Details:

Join us for a Thanksgiving adventure around the library! Kids will search high and low for clues in this holiday hunt.

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.

Embracing Autism Interactive Play

9:00am - 10:00am
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Raleigh Library
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: STEAM stem, Story Times
Event Details:

Join us for fun and engaging activities for participants of Embracing Autism. Let's make playdough using safe and simple products.