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.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 7 2026 Thu MALS Pro Se Divorce Clinic 10:00am–12:00pm Adults, Adults-Seniors Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 7 2026 Thu MALS Pro Se Divorce Clinic 10:00am–12:00pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: Meeting Rooms (CEN) Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Legal Assistance Event Details: This FREE legal clinic provides an opportunity for individuals to learn about how to obtain a divorce without hiring an attorney. Following an educational presentation from Memphis Area Legal Services, Inc.
This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group May 7 2026 Thu Preschool Story Time 10:30am–11:30am Children (Age 0-4) Raleigh Library This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group May 7 2026 Thu Preschool Story Time 10:30am–11:30am Raleigh Library Library Branch: Raleigh Library Room: Children's Area (RAL) Age Group: Children (Age 0-4) Program Type: Story Times Event Details: Join us for a fun-filled story time, for ages 3-5. 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-Seniors" group May 7 2026 Thu Functional Reach, Sit and Stand Screenings for Seniors 11:30am–12:30pm Adults-Seniors Raleigh Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 7 2026 Thu Functional Reach, Sit and Stand Screenings for Seniors 11:30am–12:30pm Raleigh Library Open Library Branch: Raleigh Library Room: Meeting Room (RAL) Age Group: Adults-Seniors Program Type: Community Information, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Presented by Methodist North Hospital Certified Professional, this class is an assessment of evaluating different aspects of physical functions, particularly in older adults and those with mobility limitations. 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 7 2026 Thu Colorcopia 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults, Adults-Seniors Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 7 2026 Thu Colorcopia 1:00pm–2:00pm Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Open Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Room: Meeting Room (OGR) Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Colorcopia is an engaging program specifically designed for adults and senior groups residing in independent living communities, libraries, and various other organizations.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 7 2026 Thu Sit-N-Stitch Crochet and Knitting Club 3:00pm–5:00pm Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors East Shelby Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 7 2026 Thu Sit-N-Stitch Crochet and Knitting Club 3:00pm–5:00pm 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!
This event is in the "Teens" group May 7 2026 Thu Open Makerspace (Fiber Arts, Crafts, and DIY Projects)! 3:30pm–5:30pm Teens CLOUD901 This event is in the "Teens" group May 7 2026 Thu 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 "Teens" group May 7 2026 Thu Open Video Lab 3:30pm–5:30pm Teens CLOUD901 This event is in the "Teens" group May 7 2026 Thu Open Video Lab 3:30pm–5:30pm 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. 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 5-7)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group May 7 2026 Thu Imagine, Build, Share: Lego Thursdays @ South 4:00pm–4:45pm Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens South Library 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 May 7 2026 Thu Imagine, Build, Share: Lego Thursdays @ South 4:00pm–4:45pm 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 May 7 2026 Thu Orange Mound Maker Space 4:00pm–5:00pm Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12) Orange Mound Library This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group May 7 2026 Thu Orange Mound Maker Space 4:00pm–5:00pm 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. 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 May 7 2026 Thu Zumba Fitness Class 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Raleigh Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 7 2026 Thu Zumba Fitness Class 6:30pm–7:30pm Raleigh Library Open 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. 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 8 2026 Fri Designing with Canva.com 10:30am–12:30pm Adults Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 8 2026 Fri Designing with Canva.com 10:30am–12:30pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Open Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: 2nd Floor Reading Area Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers and Technology Registration Required Event Details: Canva.com, a free, easy to use online graphic design program, is an excellent tool for creating professional, vibrant digital content, including résumés. It features hundreds of templates for all kinds of job seekers.
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 8 2026 Fri Sensory Storytime 11:00am–12:00pm Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12) 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 May 8 2026 Fri Sensory Storytime 11:00am–12:00pm 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! 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 0-4)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group May 8 2026 Fri Toddler/Preschool Story Time! 11:00am–12:00pm Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7) Officer Geoffrey Redd Library This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group May 8 2026 Fri Toddler/Preschool Story Time! 11:00am–12:00pm 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!
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 8 2026 Fri 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 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 8 2026 Fri Freebie Fridays 1:30pm–4:00pm Connect Crew 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 "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 8 2026 Fri Chess Club @ OGR 2:30pm–4:30pm Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Officer Geoffrey Redd Library 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 8 2026 Fri Chess Club @ OGR 2:30pm–4:30pm 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. 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 This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 8 2026 Fri King's Court Chess Club 3:00pm–5:00pm Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Raleigh Library 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 8 2026 Fri King's Court Chess Club 3:00pm–5:00pm Raleigh Library Library Branch: Raleigh Library Room: Family Learning Lab 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 8 2026 Fri The Clothesline: A Writing Workspace 3:00pm–5:00pm Teens, Adults East Shelby Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 8 2026 Fri The Clothesline: A Writing Workspace 3:00pm–5:00pm East Shelby Library Library Branch: East Shelby Library Room: Meeting Room C (ESB) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Literature Classes, Poetry and Writing Event Details: Join us for a generative writing workspace where writers of all ages can work to complete individual projects, follow a weekly prompt, or recharge your writerly battery by reading.
This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group May 8 2026 Fri LEGO of Your Imagination 4:00pm–5:00pm Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12) Raleigh Library This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group May 8 2026 Fri LEGO of Your Imagination 4:00pm–5:00pm 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! Special Notes Friends of the Library This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.
This event is in the "Adults" group May 9 2026 Sat Second Saturday Legal Advice Clinic 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library This event is in the "Adults" group May 9 2026 Sat Second Saturday Legal Advice Clinic 10:00am–12:00pm Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: Meeting Rooms (CEN) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Legal Assistance Event Details: 10 AM to 11 AM is the Clinic Intake Time
May 9 2026 Sat Family Research Assistance with Ms. Catherine Wilson 10:00am–4:00pm Orange Mound Library May 9 2026 Sat 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 May 9 2026 Sat How To Take Care of House Plants with Booker T Leigh 11:00am–12:00pm Adults, Adults-Seniors Parkway Village Library This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 9 2026 Sat How To Take Care of House Plants with Booker T Leigh 11:00am–12:00pm Parkway Village Library Library Branch: Parkway Village Library Room: Program Area Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Community Information, Gardening, Neighborhood Events Event Details: Come join in to learn how to successfully care for your house plants. With 30+ years of horticulture experience, Mr. Leigh can answer any of your big and small gardening questions. 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 This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 9 2026 Sat SANKOFA GENEALOGY & HISTORY SOCIETY Meeting 11:00am–12:30pm Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Orange Mound Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group May 9 2026 Sat SANKOFA GENEALOGY & HISTORY SOCIETY Meeting 11:00am–12:30pm Orange Mound Library Library Branch: Orange Mound Library Room: Meeting Room B (OM) Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy Event Details: The SANKOFA GENEALOGY & HISTORY SOCIETY organized in January 2015. It is an informal group of like-minded genealogy enthusiasts who gather to discuss, share, and learn how to preserve and document family history.