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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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AI for Fresh Eyes

1:30pm–2:30pm
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
North Library
Library Branch: North Library
Room: Meeting Room (NOR)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Job and Career
Event Details:

Do you have any burning AI questions, but not quite sure where to start? Come to the North Branch Library, and we'll help you get started in your AI journey.

Young Professionals Seminar

5:00pm–5:45pm
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Meeting Room (OGR)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Job and Career, Personal Finance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Lawson Arney, CFP® and Mary Golden, AAMS® of Raymond James for an interactive presentation that guides you through a timeline of financial planning topics as you prepare for and navigate through the start of your career.

GET A JOB! Teen Job Readiness Workshop

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Meeting Room (OGR)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Job and Career
Event Details:

Join us to learn strategies for job searching, applying for jobs, nailing job interviews and more!

In partnership with the Hope And Help To Hold On Foundation

 

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.

AI for Fresh Eyes

1:30pm–2:30pm
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
North Library
Library Branch: North Library
Room: Meeting Room (NOR)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Job and Career
Event Details:

Do you have any burning AI questions, but not quite sure where to start? Come to the North Branch Library, and we'll help you get started in your AI journey.

Young Adult Career and College Resource Fair

10:00am–2:00pm
Teens, Adults
Raleigh Library
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: College Preparation, Community Information, Job and Career
Event Details:

Explore local employers, colleges, trade schools, training programs, and community opportunities all in one lively, low-pressure event designed just for teens and young adults.

Special Notes

Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

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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.

AI for Fresh Eyes

1:30pm–2:30pm
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
North Library
Library Branch: North Library
Room: Meeting Room (NOR)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Job and Career
Event Details:

Do you have any burning AI questions, but not quite sure where to start? Come to the North Branch Library, and we'll help you get started in your AI journey.

Hollywood Job Fair - American Job Center

11:00am–2:00pm
Adults, Adults-Seniors
Hollywood Library
Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Main Floor
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Community Information, Job and Career
Event Details:

Step into an atmosphere designed for new beginnings, warm welcomes, and real opportunities.

AI for Fresh Eyes

1:30pm–2:30pm
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
North Library
Library Branch: North Library
Room: Meeting Room (NOR)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Job and Career
Event Details:

Do you have any burning AI questions, but not quite sure where to start? Come to the North Branch Library, and we'll help you get started in your AI journey.

Cultural Heritage Professionals Networking and Genealogy Center Open House

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Orange Mound Library
Library Branch: Orange Mound Library
Room: Meeting Room A & B (OM)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Community Information, Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Job and Career
Event Details:

2026 marks the 2-year anniversary of the Orange Mound Library and Genealogy Center.

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.