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African American Life and Culture in Orange Mound with Dr. Charles Williams

11:00am - 12:30pm
Orange Mound Library
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room (OM)
Program Type: Community Information, Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Neighborhood Events
Event Details:

On November 23, Dr. Charles Williams will be speaking at the Orange Mound Public Library. Dr.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Beginning Spanish

10:00am - 12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Whitehaven Library
Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Meeting Room (WHI)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Language Classes
Event Details:

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.

Ramen and Reels : My Hero Academia

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Orange Mound Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room (OM)
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Cooking and Food, Cultural Awareness, Movies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us for a cozy afternoon at the Orange Mound Library! We’ll be watching My Hero Academia: Two Heroes and enjoying delicious ramen together.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Beginning Spanish

10:00am - 12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Whitehaven Library
Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Meeting Room (WHI)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Language Classes
Event Details:

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.

The Gathering Presents: The Undugu II

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Connect Crew
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Connect Crew
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Music, Poetry and Writing
Event Details:

Join us for a live hip-hop music event focused on local Memphis artists. The lyrics will be clean and friendly for all ages. Don't miss out as we celebrate the unique talent of Memphis hip-hop, also known as MemHop! 

Beginning Spanish

10:00am - 12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Whitehaven Library
Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Meeting Room (WHI)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Language Classes
Event Details:

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.

Guitar for Everyone: Beginner's Bootcamp

11:00am - 12:00pm
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Orange Mound Library
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room (OM)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Music, STEAM arts
Event Details:

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.

Beginning Spanish

10:00am - 12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Whitehaven Library
Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Meeting Room (WHI)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Language Classes
Event Details:

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.

Tween Zone

3:45pm - 4:30pm
Tweens (Age 8-12)
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Cooking and Food, Cultural Awareness
Event Details:

Learn some cool facts about Malaysia while tasting fun snacks from the country.

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.

Origami Ornaments

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Cordova Library
Registration
Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Cheryl T. will be returning to the Cordova library to teach participants how to go a step beyond basic origami. We will be making holiday themed ornaments for decorations or for gifts- your choice.

W.H.A.M (Whitehaven Anime and Manga)

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Whitehaven Library
Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Cultural Awareness
Event Details:

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. 

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.

Tis a Soulful Season: Holiday Concert with Kenneth Jackson

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Orange Mound Library
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room (OM)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Holidays, Music
Event Details:

Enjoy the soulful music of Kenneth Jackson as he ushers in the holiday season for the Orange Mound community. A very special holiday treat!

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

Anime Matinee

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Orange Mound Library
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room (OM)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Movies
Event Details:

Are you a cultured otaku who loves anime? Want a place to chill and watch a good movie on the weekend? Well, the Orange Mound branch has got you covered!

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Guitar for Everyone: Beginner's Bootcamp

11:00am - 12:00pm
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Orange Mound Library
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Teen Area (OM)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Music, STEAM arts
Event Details:

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.

ESB Anime Club

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens
East Shelby Library
Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Language Classes, Movies, STEAM arts
Event Details:

Join us at East Shelby for some anime fun! We'll not only be watching anime, but learning about Japanese culture, language, and history!

Grab-n-Go Cultural Kit: Setsubun

10:00am - 6:00pm
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness
Event Details:

Stop by the library to pick up a grab-n-go cultural kit! This kit explores the Japanese holiday Setsubun which occurs on February 2nd, 2025.

Guitar for Everyone: Beginner's Bootcamp

11:00am - 12:00pm
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Orange Mound Library
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Teen Area (OM)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Music, STEAM arts
Event Details:

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.

ESB Anime Club

1:00pm - 3:00pm
East Shelby Library
Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Program Type: Cooking and Food, Cultural Awareness, Language Classes, Movies, STEAM arts
Event Details:

Join us at East Shelby for some anime fun! We'll not only be watching anime, but learning about Japanese culture, language, and history!

Guitar for Everyone: Beginner's Bootcamp

11:00am - 12:00pm
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Orange Mound Library
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Teen Area (OM)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Music, STEAM arts
Event Details:

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.

ESB Anime Club

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens
East Shelby Library
Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking and Food, Cultural Awareness, Language Classes, Movies, STEAM arts
Event Details:

Join us at East Shelby for some anime fun! We'll not only be watching anime, but learning about Japanese culture, language, and history!

Guitar for Everyone: Beginner's Bootcamp

11:00am - 12:00pm
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Orange Mound Library
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Teen Area (OM)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Music, STEAM arts
Event Details:

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.

ESB Anime Club

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens
East Shelby Library
Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Language Classes, Movies
Event Details:

Join us at East Shelby for some anime fun! We'll not only be watching anime, but learning about Japanese culture, language, and history!

Guitar for Everyone: Beginner's Bootcamp

11:00am - 12:00pm
Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Orange Mound Library
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Teen Area (OM)
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Music, STEAM arts
Event Details:

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.

ESB Anime Club

1:00pm - 3:00pm
East Shelby Library
Library Branch: East Shelby Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Movies, STEAM arts
Event Details:

Join us at East Shelby for some anime fun! We'll not only be watching anime, but learning about Japanese culture, language, and history!