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All About Books Book Club: Dog Man

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Meeting Room (OGR)
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Games
Event Details:

Love Dog Man? Think you can prove it?

Tuesday@2

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Cherokee Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cherokee Library
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

An hour full of crafts and games at the Cherokee Library! A different activity will be presented each week. Registration encouraged but not required.

Special Notes

Photograph Notice

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Friendship Bracelets

4:00am - 5:00pm
Tweens (Age 8-12)
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Make new friends and create colorful friendship bracelets in this fun, hands-on program just for tweens! We’ll provide the supplies — you bring the creativity and good vibes.

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.

Sidewalk Chalk

10:00am - 11:00am
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Gaston Park Library
Library Branch: Gaston Park Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Children will use the sidewalk to draw whatever their hearts desire or they may also use tracing stencils to create any pictures they imagine.

Toddler Story Time

10:15am - 11:00am
Children (Age 0-5)
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Event Details:

Come join us as we explore the wonderful world of children's literature for toddlers! No groups please.

Digital Photography with Creative Aging

11:00am - 12:30pm
Adults-Seniors
Whitehaven Library
Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Age Group: Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join teaching artist Amillia Stembridge for this beginner level 6-week course. Participants learn techniques and skills to improve the quality of candid shots taken on a smartphone or digital camera.

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.

South Summer Lego Club

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
South Library
Library Branch: South Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

South Branch Library has a treasure trove of legos waiting to be built. Join our Lego club every other Wednesday at noon and grab a pile. We can't wait to see what you make. 

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.

Worlds of Color Painting

12:00pm - 1:30pm
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
East Shelby Library
Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB)
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Color Your World - EM, Neighborhood Events
Event Details:

Come join us for what's make the world go round of fun!

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.

Art to Grow

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Randolph Library
Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room (RAN)
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts

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.

LEGO Club

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Meeting Room (OGR)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, STEAM arts
Event Details:

Join us for an hour of building, creating, and making new friends! 

3D Printer Appointment

All Day
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Raleigh Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers and Technology, STEAM arts, STEAM stem
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Raleigh Branch Library is excited to be offering individual appointments for use of our 3D printer this summer! 

Please read the rules before registering for an appointment:

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.

Art to Grow with the Dixon Gallery and Gardens

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness
Event Details:

Please join us for a special program with The Dixon's Art to Grow Program! 

Participants ages 8-12 are invited to learn about art then create their own masterpiece to take home. 

Woven Bookmarks

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
South Library
Library Branch: South Library
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Event Details:

Try your hand at weaving your very own bookmark!

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.

Children's Program: Melted Crayon Butterfly Mobile

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Frayser Library
Library Branch: Frayser Library
Room: Meeting Room A & B (FRA)
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Event Details:

In this program, children have the opportunity to experiment with crayons to create a butterfly mobile.

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.

Open Art Studio

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Meeting Room (OGR)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Currently working on an art piece? Want to get started working on something? Join us for an afternoon of creativity and music in the meeting room. Art supplies are available, but you can bring your own as well! 

Sit-N-Stitch Crochet and Knitting Club

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
East Shelby Library
Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Event Details:

Fiber arts creators come together and work on your current project!

Memoir Me!!

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Orange Mound Library
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room A (OM)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come and design a collage memoir with us! We will be crafting together a few of our favorite memories between the pages of our very own memoir. We can't wait to see your story!

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.

Story Time!

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

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

Sit & Stitch

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Meeting Room (OGR)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Are you interested in crocheting or knitting? If so, this program is for you. Memphis Yarnworks is hosting a Sit & Stitch session. Please bring your own supplies.  

Little Readers' Roundup

10:30am - 11:00am
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Whitehaven Library
Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, Story Times
Event Details:

Join us every 1st and 3rd Saturday for a fun and magical time filled with exciting stories, laughter, and adventure!

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.

Family Storytime - Father's Day

11:00am - 11:45am
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
South Library
Library Branch: South Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holidays, Story Times
Event Details:

Family storytimes are a great opportunity for children and caretakers to come together, hear stories, sing songs, and work together on crafts or other activities.

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.

Rainbow Family Storytime

11:15am - 12:00pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Randolph Library
Library Branch: Randolph Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Event Details:

Rainbow Family Story Time is a space to celebrate love and community, and will feature stories, songs, crafts, 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.

One Room School House Crochet Class

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Raleigh Library
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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.

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.

Juneteenth Painting Party

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
East Shelby Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holidays
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and creative celebration of Juneteenth! Enjoy a relaxed, fun atmosphere with music, snacks, and all   painting 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.