Upcoming Events

We will continue the summer reading theme by exploring dinosaur fossils of real dinosaurs! Come take a look up close of the colossal bones left behind! 🦕

Lights, camera, action! Kids will explore creativity through movement, music, and short-form video fun inspired by platforms like TikTok.

Explore Magic at the Cordova Branch Library.  See a magic show.  Then decorate a magic wand to take home.

For ages 5-12 and no registration is needed.

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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.

Build-a-Block[Party] is a multi-session, hands-on program for people who want to learn how to plan and produce neighborhood block parties, small festivals, and community gatherings.

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.

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.

Come to the  Cornelia Crenshaw Library for Storytime read-alouds, song, and movement.

Come to the  Cornelia Crenshaw Library for Storytime read-alouds, song, and movement.

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

This week's theme - Cats & Kittens

No registration is needed.

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.

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.

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.

Connect Crew will be present outside of the Hospitality Hub to share library resources.

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.

Adults, you can learn English as your 2nd language!

Join HopeWorks teachers every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:00 AM-1 PM at the East Shelby Library.

No matter your primary language, you are welcome to join. 

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

Join us on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 at Randolph Library for Sensory Storytime! Sensory storytime is a welcoming, interactive environment designed for special sensory seeking children with autism or other sensory integration.

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

This week's theme - Cats & Kittens

No registration is needed.

Colorcopia is an engaging program specifically designed for adults and senior groups residing in independent living communities, libraries, and various other organizations.

Hey kids, Have you always wanted a pet but not the work and responsibility? A Pet Rock may be just what you need! We will paint and decorate a Pet Rock to take home! Each rock comes with the ability to "Sit & Stay!"

Celebrate National Ice Cream Month with us! It's a fun-filled Ice Cream Social for all ages! Customers are invited to enjoy sweet treats, interactive games, music, and creative activities.

Dig into prehistoric creativity! Kids will learn about ancient fossils and create their own ammonite or nature fossils to take home. This hands-on program blends science, art, imagination, for a fun and engaging experience.