Upcoming Events

Come join us for storytime for caregivers and babies up to 18 months old. We will read stories, sing songs, and give the caregivers the opportunity to connect with each other. 

No groups please.

Come and join us for a super cool story time! 

Come to Baby Storytime at the Cordova Branch Library.  Share stories and songs and bubbles.

This week's theme - Clothes & Hats

No registration is needed.

Computers can seem intimidating to many, regardless of age. Even young adults, as well as seniors can use a helping hand.

Join fellow entrepreneurs and meet the Memphis Elevate team to discover how Elevate can help your business.

Event Details

Memphis Public Libraries provides free notary services to the public during drop-in hours: TUESDAY from Noon – 2 PM at the Cornelia Crenshaw Branch Library.

Have questions about genealogy? Wondering how to find that long-lost ancestor? Just getting started on your family history research journey? Have no fear...Genealogy Assistance Tuesdays are here!

Patrons will come to the branch and participate in an art event by painting wreaths. This event is meant to foster the creativity of the those who participate. Library staff will provide the wreaths and the paint for the patrons.

Rawr! Join us for a prehistoric crafting adventure where young paleontologists can make their very own spiky dinosaur headbands to take home! All supplies provided. Event is open to the first 30 participants.

Explore Rocks at the Cordova Branch Library.

Learn about different kinds of rocks and then break open a geode to keep.

For ages 5-12 and no registration is needed.

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.

Tech Help was designed to support individuals in building confidence and practical skills for navigating today’s digital world.

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 - Clothes & Hats

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.

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.

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.

Join us for a relaxing afternoon of creativity at the Hollywood Library for some rock painting! Unwind, socialize, and explore your artistic side as we transform simple stones into beautiful works of art.

Get ready to roar and dance at our dinosaur-themed kid rave! Children are invited to a high-energy, kid-friendly dance party filled with music, movement, and imaginative play.

Memphis. 1968. Community leaders rally, marchers fill the sidewalks, and every corner hums with courage and hope.

Join the library every week to learn to make something new and have some fun!