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Creative Customs: Pinch Pot Pottery

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Orange Mound Library

Age Group:

Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking for fun activity to do before Valentines’ Day? Or perhaps you are looking to start a new hobby.

Library and Lattes

Library and Lattes (Hot Cocoa Edition)

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Teen Area at Frayser Library

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: Frayser Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking and Food, Holidays, Library Support
Event Details:

Cocoa, Conversation, and Chapters

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MPL Repair Cafe - Spring

Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Rooms (CEN) at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Meeting Rooms (CEN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Information, Computers and Technology, Neighborhood Events, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Event Details:

Don't Throw it Out, Fix it! 

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MPL Repair Cafe - Summer

Sunday, June 7, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Rooms (CEN) at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Meeting Rooms (CEN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Information, Computers and Technology, Neighborhood Events, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Event Details:

Don't Throw it Out, Fix it! 

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MPL Repair Cafe - Fall

Sunday, October 4, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Rooms (CEN) at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Meeting Rooms (CEN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Information, Computers and Technology, Neighborhood Events, Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Event Details:

Don't Throw it Out, Fix it! 

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Raleigh Library Community Photography Club

12:00pm–2:00pm
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Raleigh Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Family Learning Lab
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Business Assistance, Community Information, Computers and Technology, STEAM arts
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Raleigh Community Photography Club is a monthly meet-up designed to connect aspiring and experienced photographers of all ages through themed photo challenges, skill-building sessions, and community-focused storytelling.

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 

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.

SCORE: Small Business Help

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:

SCORE offers small business assistance through seminars hosted at the Memphis Public Library. They also provide one-on-one mentorship for those looking to start a small business.

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.

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 

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.

SCORE: Small Business Help

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:

SCORE offers small business assistance through seminars hosted at the Memphis Public Library. They also provide one-on-one mentorship for those looking to start a small business.

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.

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 

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.

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 

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.

SCORE: Small Business Help

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:

SCORE offers small business assistance through seminars hosted at the Memphis Public Library. They also provide one-on-one mentorship for those looking to start a small business.

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.

SCORE: Small Business Help

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:

SCORE offers small business assistance through seminars hosted at the Memphis Public Library. They also provide one-on-one mentorship for those looking to start a small business.

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.

SCORE: Small Business Help

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:

SCORE offers small business assistance through seminars hosted at the Memphis Public Library. They also provide one-on-one mentorship for those looking to start a small business.

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.

SCORE: Small Business Help

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:

SCORE offers small business assistance through seminars hosted at the Memphis Public Library. They also provide one-on-one mentorship for those looking to start a small business.

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.

SCORE: Small Business Help

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:

SCORE offers small business assistance through seminars hosted at the Memphis Public Library. They also provide one-on-one mentorship for those looking to start a small business.

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.