Upcoming Events

A beginning Spanish class designed for students that have no familiarity with the language. Registration not necessary and we can start you with our beginners group and work you up to our advanced group.

April 3rd, 1968, marked the night MLK, Jr. gave the momentous "Mountaintop" speech in Mason Temple; the night before he would be assassinated. 

Join us for a this intergenerational arts and music festival inspired by the legacy of Calvin and Phineas Newborn! There will be artist talks by Violet Newborn and Marcella Simien as well as jazz music by Dewey and the Decimals and A Giant Slug!

So you've watched every episode of Martin and Living Single and think you can quote every line, huh? Well we're willing to challenge that assumption. Come and play a few fun rounds of Black Sitcom Trivia with us!

Embark on a journey into the heart of Chinese language and culture.

Want to test your knowledge with different subjects, from pop culture to history and fashion, maybe even learn something new? A crossword puzzle is a great way to do that! Even better with some friendly competition.

A beginning Spanish class designed for students that have no familiarity with the language. Registration not necessary and we can start you with our beginners group and work you up to our advanced group.

Creative Aging Studio Course: Mosaic Workshop

In this introductory course, you will learn the basics of the Spanish language, including pronunciation, alphabet, colors, time and common phrases.

Discover the world of zero waste with a special presentation from Memphis's first zero waste store! Tweens and teens will learn what zero waste means, why it matters, and how small changes can reduce environmental impact.

Join us for MPL's Japanese Culture Club! This monthly meeting will be dedicated to the appreciation of Japanese culture.

New to the guitar and interested in learning the fundamentals? Come to the Orange Mound Branch and learn the essential skills you'll need rock, jam, or serenade! It's B.Y.O.G. (Bring Your Own Guitar), but that's all you need to bring.

132 years ago, the Cossitt library opened as the first public library in the city of Memphis thanks to Frederick Cossitt. More than a century and a quarter later, it grew into Memphis Public Libraries with 18 open branches and counting.

Embark on a journey into the heart of Chinese language and culture.

A beginning Spanish class designed for students that have no familiarity with the language. Registration not necessary and we can start you with our beginners group and work you up to our advanced group.

Creative Aging Studio Course: Mosaic Workshop

Join us at the Whitehaven Branch Library as we discuss friendships and the importance of communicating, in this live action puppet show.

"What's the Problem? "

In this introductory course, you will learn the basics of the Spanish language, including pronunciation, alphabet, colors, time and common phrases.

Join us at the Whitehaven Library for a fun exploration of Japanese anime and comics. We'll dive into monthly screenings of popular anime and engage in discussions and activities on manga trends and Japanese culture. 

Cossitt for Kiddos Day is specifically designed for children to enjoy fun, educational activities and programming tailored to their interests, including story times, crafts, and interactive activities.

In celebration of Poetry month, we will be going to Mars with Nikki Giovanni. Let's explore the life, legacy, and mind of the literary genius in her own words as we watch Going To Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project.

Embark on a journey into the heart of Chinese language and culture.

A beginning Spanish class designed for students that have no familiarity with the language. Registration not necessary and we can start you with our beginners group and work you up to our advanced group.

Creative Aging Studio Course: Mosaic Workshop