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Open Video Lab

3:30pm–5:30pm
Teens
CLOUD901
Library Branch: CLOUD901
Room: Video Production Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, STEAM arts
Event Details:

Open video lab is a time for teens to explore the space and to experiment with cameras, lights, microphones, backdrops, and editing software. A video lab instructor will be on hand to offer guidance and assistance to teens when needed.

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Imagine, Build, Share: Lego Thursdays @ South

4:00pm–4:45pm
Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
South Library
Library Branch: South Library
Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Imagine! Build! Share!  Join us at South each Thursday at 4pm to build amazing Lego creations to be displayed and added to our growing archive of builds!

This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group

Orange Mound Maker Space

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Orange Mound Library
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Children's Area (OM)
Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: STEAM stem
Event Details:

Children and Tweens will have the ability to utilize the incredible Maker Space we have at Orange Mound. STEM equipment includes a 3D printer, Bee-Bots, Makey Makey's, Sphero Indi's, Snap Circuits, and Sphero Bolt+'s. 

 

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English Coffee and Conversations-ESL

4:30pm–5:30pm
Adults
Cordova Library
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Virtual
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.

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Memphis Library Foundation

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RANT!

4:30pm–5:30pm
Teens
Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Meeting Room (OGR)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us for a RANT session! 

This event is in the "Adults" group

SCORE: SBA Certifications

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
Event Details:

Eric Terrell, an SBA representative, in conjunction with SCORE, will present information on 

1. How to Market to the Federal Government 

2. Women Owned Certification 

3. Hubzone Certification 

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Zumba Fitness Class

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

Join 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. Please plan to be on time.

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Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

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Getting Started with Microsoft Excel

10:30am–12:30pm
Teens, Adults
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Open
Registration Required
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:

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

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

Sensory Storytime

11:00am–12:00pm
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), 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 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:

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

This event is limited to the first 30 children. Please arrive early to secure your spot!

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Story Time!

11:00am–12:00pm
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7)
Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Music, Story Times
Event Details:

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

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This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group

Controlilng your Diabetes without it Controlling YOU

11:00am–1:00pm
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Cordova Library
Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Large Meeting Room (COR)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Community Information, Cooking and Food, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us at the Cordova Branch Library  as we pair with Shelby County UT/TSU Extension Office for the "Take Charge of Diabetes classes!" These informative, interactive sessions are designed to give you with the knowledge and tools needed to ef

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Freebie Fridays

1:30pm–4:00pm
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Connect Crew
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Connect Crew
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Community Information, Library Support, Literacy Instruction, Outreach Event
Event Details:

Connect Crew will be present to share free books and library resources for the students and residents in the Whitehaven community! This event will occur in the parking lot next to Brown Baptist, near the Southland Mall.

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

Canvas & Brushes

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library
Library Branch: Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room (CRE)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come join us for Canvas & Brushes as we relax from a long week.  Enjoy smooth jazz as we create art! No skills required, just bring your smile. I hope to see you there!!

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Chess Club @ OGR

2:30pm–4:30pm
Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Meeting Room (OGR)
Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), 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.

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King's Court Chess Club

3:00pm–5:00pm
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Raleigh Library
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Family Learning Lab (RAL)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Welcome to the King’s Court Chess Club, where strategy meets community!

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

Ladies & Gentlemen of Distinction Book Club @ Levi

3:00pm–5:00pm
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Levi Library
Library Branch: Levi Library
Room: Meeting Room (LEV)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
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.

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Ready, Set, Switch!

3:45pm–4:45pm
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Randolph Library
Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAN)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Games
Event Details:

Fridays are for fun! Unwind after a long school week and join us for an afternoon of gaming and snacks.

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This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group

LEGO of Your Imagination

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Raleigh Library
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Games, STEAM arts
Event Details:

Get ready to build, create, and imagine with LEGOs! Come unleash your creativity and see where the bricks take you!

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Family Research Assistance with Ms. Catherine Wilson

10:00am–4:00pm
Orange Mound Library
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Genealogy Room (OM)
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy
Event Details:

Ms. Catherine Wilson is one of our Family History volunteer experts at the Orange Mound Library and Genealogy Center. If you need assistance looking for ancestors, come and see Ms.

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

Basic Computer Class Seniors

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library
Library Branch: Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Event Details:

Come and learn the basic computer skills. See you then!

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Conversation and Crafts

11:30am–1:30pm
Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Levi Library
Library Branch: Levi Library
Room: Meeting Room (LEV)
Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Conversation and Crafts is a welcoming, hands-on program that brings people together through creative crafting and meaningful conversation.

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

Chat & Chew Tween Book Club

1:00pm–2:30pm
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, Literacy Instruction
Event Details:

Exciting News! 

This month we're reading: "I Am Cheese" by Robert Cormier

It's always a good day to read an exciting book together!

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Memphest

1:00pm–4:00pm
Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
North Library
Library Branch: North Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cooking and Food, Games, Neighborhood Events, Story Times
Event Details:

Do you love Memphis?  We do! Join us in celebrating our city!  Enjoy free food, live music from local bands, and story time and crafts.

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Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

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One Room School House Crochet Class

1:00pm–4:00pm
Adults-Seniors
Raleigh Library
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Kitchen
Age Group: Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Event Details:

If you've ever wanted to join a guild or informal crocheting group but don't know where to start, then you've come to the right place. Beginners and advance crocheters are welcome to share ideas and join the fun.

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Friends of the Library

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