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 This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 5 2026 Tue Long Live the King!-Chess Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library 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 This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 5 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 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), 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 "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 5 2026 Tue Raleigh Open Studio: Film & Photo Lab 6:00pm–7:30pm Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Raleigh Library Upcoming Registration Required 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 5 2026 Tue Raleigh Open Studio: Film & Photo Lab 6:00pm–7:30pm Raleigh Library Upcoming Library Branch: Raleigh Library Room: Family Learning Lab (RAL) Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), 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 "Children (Age 0-4)" group May 6 2026 Wed Toddler Storytime 10:15am–11:00am Children (Age 0-4) Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group May 6 2026 Wed Toddler Storytime 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 0-4) Program Type: Story Times Event Details: Toddlers 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, 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 6 2026 Wed Computer Basics Class 10:30am–11:30am Adults, Adults-Seniors Parkway Village Library This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 6 2026 Wed Computer Basics Class 10:30am–11:30am Parkway Village Library Library Branch: Parkway Village Library Room: Program Area Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Computers and Technology Event Details: Computer Basics covers basic computer skills for those who want to learn or improve their computer literacy. Please come with your questions and concerns. Laptops are provided, but feel free to bring your own.
This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group May 6 2026 Wed Storytime @ Crenshaw 11:00am–11:30am Children (Age 0-4) Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group May 6 2026 Wed Storytime @ Crenshaw 11:00am–11:30am Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library Library Branch: Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library Room: Library Outdoor Grounds (CRE) Age Group: Children (Age 0-4) Program Type: Story Times Event Details: Come to the Cornelia Crenshaw Library for Storytime read-alouds, song, and movement.
This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group May 6 2026 Wed Storytime @ Crenshaw 11:00am–11:30am Children (Age 0-4) Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group May 6 2026 Wed Storytime @ Crenshaw 11:00am–11:30am Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library Library Branch: Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library Room: Children's Area (CRE) Age Group: Children (Age 0-4) Program Type: Story Times Event Details: Come to the Cornelia Crenshaw Library for Storytime read-alouds, song, and movement.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 6 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 6 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 6 2026 Wed Line Dancing for Beginners 12:30pm–1:30pm Adults Raleigh Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 6 2026 Wed Line Dancing for Beginners 12:30pm–1:30pm Raleigh Library Open Library Branch: Raleigh Library Room: Meeting Room (RAL) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Come out, enjoy and have fun learning our basic line dancing steps at a slower pace. This class is more instructional and repetitive. This class is cardio-driven and more about movement than technique. 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 May 6 2026 Wed Mental Health (Lunch) Break: Suicide Prevention—Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 6 2026 Wed Mental Health (Lunch) Break: Suicide Prevention—Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) 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 Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Lincoln Coffman, Lifeline Coordinator with Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, continues a 6-part monthly series addressing important topics in mental health, addiction and recovery. Special Notes Memphis Library Foundation This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
This event is in the "Adults" group May 6 2026 Wed Mah Jong Club 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults Officer Geoffrey Redd Library This event is in the "Adults" group May 6 2026 Wed Mah Jong Club 1:00pm–3:00pm Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Room: Meeting Room (OGR) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Games Event Details: Like to play Mah Jong but need friends to play with? Our Club might be for you. It is for those who have played some, know the suits, the flow of play, and how to use an American Mah Jong Card. There is no teacher. We just play.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 6 2026 Wed Health and Wellness Series: Mother's Day Sip'n'Paint 1:30pm–3:00pm Adults, Adults-Seniors Hollywood Library Full Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 6 2026 Wed Health and Wellness Series: Mother's Day Sip'n'Paint 1:30pm–3:00pm Hollywood Library Full Library Branch: Hollywood Library Room: Meeting Room (HOL) Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a relaxing and creative afternoon at the Hollywood Library with our Adults Sip & Paint Night! Unwind in a welcoming, low-pressure environment where you can explore your artistic side while enjoying light refreshments. Special Notes Memphis Library Foundation This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
This event is in the "Teens" group May 6 2026 Wed CTRL + Teen 3:00pm–5:00pm Teens Hollywood Library This event is in the "Teens" group May 6 2026 Wed CTRL + Teen 3:00pm–5:00pm Hollywood Library Library Branch: Hollywood Library Room: Teen Innovation Center Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Games, Movies, Music, Poetry and Writing, STEAM stem Event Details: 🖥️ Create • Explore • Play • Chill 🔌 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 0-4)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group May 6 2026 Wed LEGO Club 3:30pm–4:30pm Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12) Officer Geoffrey Redd Library 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 May 6 2026 Wed LEGO Club 3:30pm–4:30pm Officer Geoffrey Redd Library 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 5-7)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group May 6 2026 Wed Afterschool Writing Workshop 3:30pm–4:45pm Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12) East Shelby Library This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group May 6 2026 Wed Afterschool Writing Workshop 3:30pm–4:45pm East Shelby Library Library Branch: East Shelby Library Room: Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB) Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12) Program Type: Literacy Instruction, Literature Classes Event Details: Join us for a cursive writing workspace. Cursive writing is an elegant form of handwriting where letter is connected in a flowing manner, allowing for smoother and faster writing compared to print. Special Notes Friends of the Library This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.
This event is in the "Teens" group May 6 2026 Wed Open Makerspace (Fiber Arts, Crafts, and DIY Projects)! 3:30pm–5:30pm Teens CLOUD901 This event is in the "Teens" group May 6 2026 Wed Open Makerspace (Fiber Arts, Crafts, and DIY Projects)! 3:30pm–5:30pm CLOUD901 Library Branch: CLOUD901 Room: Makerspace Age Group: Teens Program Type: Sewing, Needlework, etc., STEAM arts Event Details: Open Makerspace is a daily drop-in opportunity for teens to explore fiber arts like crochet and embroidery, DIY crafts, nail design art, or test new tools and materials. 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 "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group May 6 2026 Wed Dungeons & Dragons @ Randolph: Beginner's Campaign (SESSION 14) 3:45pm–5:30pm Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Randolph Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group May 6 2026 Wed Dungeons & Dragons @ Randolph: Beginner's Campaign (SESSION 14) 3:45pm–5:30pm Randolph Library Open Library Branch: Randolph Library Room: Meeting Room (RAN) Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Program Type: Games, Poetry and Writing, Theater Registration Required Event Details: Are you curious about Dungeons & Dragons but never had the chance to play a game? Look no further! Join our game table and roll some dice at the Randolph Library! Special Notes Friends of the Library This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.
This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group May 6 2026 Wed South Branch Storytime 4:00pm–4:45pm Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7) South Library This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group May 6 2026 Wed South Branch Storytime 4:00pm–4:45pm South Library 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. 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 6 2026 Wed Learn to Speak English 4:00pm–5:00pm Adults Cordova Library This event is in the "Adults" group May 6 2026 Wed Learn to Speak English 4:00pm–5:00pm 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group May 6 2026 Wed Open Compute Time 4:00pm–5:00pm Teens CLOUD901 Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group May 6 2026 Wed Open Compute Time 4:00pm–5:00pm CLOUD901 Open Library Branch: CLOUD901 Room: Video Production Lab Age Group: Teens Program Type: Computers and Technology, STEAM stem Registration Required Event Details: Are you a teen interested in computer programming? Have a programming project you need help with? Just want to talk about computers and software? Join our computer programming instructor and your peers for "Open Compute Time". 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 May 6 2026 Wed Pokémon Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Tweens (Age 8-12) Orange Mound Library This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group May 6 2026 Wed Pokémon Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Orange Mound Library Library Branch: Orange Mound Library Room: Meeting Room A (OM) Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12) Program Type: Games Event Details: Join us every Wednesday for Pokémon Club! Whether you’re brand new or already battling with friends, this is the perfect place to learn how to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game, practice your skills, and have fun.
This event is in the "Teens" group May 6 2026 Wed Adulting 101! 5:00pm–6:30pm Teens Cordova Library This event is in the "Teens" group May 6 2026 Wed Adulting 101! 5:00pm–6:30pm Cordova Library Library Branch: Cordova Library Room: Teen Innovation Center Age Group: Teens Program Type: Job and Career, Personal Finance Event Details: Not ready to move out or have questions about managing your finances? Come join us in Adulting 101! Weekly Schedule:
This event is in the "Adults" group May 6 2026 Wed Lit at the Library: The Limits of Perception 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 6 2026 Wed Lit at the Library: The Limits of Perception 6:00pm–7:30pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Open Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: Meeting Rooms (CEN) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Literature Classes Registration Required Event Details: The Limits of PerceptionApril 8-May 13Wednesdays from 6-7:30 in Meeting Room A 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 May 6 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 6 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 "Adults" group May 7 2026 Thu Aerobics Fitness Exercise 10:00am–11:00am Adults Raleigh Library This event is in the "Adults" group May 7 2026 Thu Aerobics Fitness Exercise 10:00am–11:00am 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.