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Family Resource Fair / Feria de Recursos Familiares

Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm

Lobby at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

Program Type:

Community Information, Health & Wellness, Job and Career, Library Support, Neighborhood Events

Age Group:

Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults

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Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

Room: Lobby

Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults

Program Type: Community Information, Health & Wellness, Job and Career, Library Support, Neighborhood Events

Event Details:

Join Memphis Public Libraries for our Family Resource Fair day! We will have panels and community partners with resources for families and caregivers. There will also be giveaways, food trucks, and more!

LAWNMOWER MAINTENANCE &REPAIR WORKSHOP

Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm

Meeting Room (NOR) at North Library

Program Type:

Literacy Instruction

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Open

Library Branch: North Library

Room: Meeting Room (NOR)

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Literacy Instruction

Registration Required

Event Details:

Teens and adults are invited to a Lawnmower Maintenance and Repair Workshop .

Teen Arts Fest flyer with program description and date and time

Teen Arts Fest 2025

Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm

Meeting Rooms (CEN) at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults

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Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

Room: Meeting Rooms (CEN)

Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Event Details:

Step into a world of vibrant imagination and raw talent at our Annual Teen Arts Fest Exhibition, proudly hosted by Memphis Public Libraries!

Intergalactic Eleganza

Friday, September 26, 2025 at 6:00pm - 9:30pm

Lobby at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

Program Type:

Games, Music

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

Room: Lobby

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Games, Music

Registration Required

Event Details:

We're spacing out at the library and throwing an out-of-this-world after-hours event. Enjoy free food, live trivia, and a fierce lip sync competition. Prizes will be given to the trivia winner, best costume, and the lip sync competition winner.

The Vincent Astor Celebration

Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 2:00pm

Meeting Rooms (CEN) at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, History/Genealogy

Age Group:

Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

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Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

Room: Meeting Rooms (CEN)

Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, History/Genealogy

Event Details:

Join us for this family-friendly event and hear from local nonprofits, sit in on story time, create crafts, play games, learn about local history through Memphis Public Libraries' Vincent Astor Collection, and participate in our raffle for the cha

Fantasy Faire

Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 12:30pm - 4:30pm

Library Outdoor Grounds (COR) at Cordova Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Games, Neighborhood Events

Age Group:

Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

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Library Branch: Cordova Library

Room: Library Outdoor Grounds (COR)

Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Neighborhood Events

Event Details:

Join us for the 2nd Annual Fantasy Faire at the Cordova Library! Partake in a fantastical afternoon, full of crafts, games, food, and more!

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11 am	This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Gameday 11:00am–12:00pm Adults Hollywood Library This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hollywood Library Room: Meeting Room (HOL) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Games Event Details: Come out to Hollywood and enjoy an hour of various games and fellowship. This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group Whimsy & Wonder Storytime 11:00am–12:00pm Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8) Hollywood Library This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hollywood Library Room: Main Floor Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8) Program Type: Story Times Event Details: Join us at Hollywood for storytime adventures! Listen as we read select books and spark wonder! After the stories, little ones can participate in a fun hands-on activity related to the theme of the day. Come laugh, learn, and explore with us! Special Notes Friends of the Library This event made possible by the Friends of the Library. 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group Easy Step-By-Step Computer Class 11:00am–1:00pm Adults Hollywood Library This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hollywood Library Room: Meeting Room (HOL) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers and Technology Event Details: Come out and learn the basics of computer literacy, which will include one hour of a basic curriculum and one hour of answering technology related questions with your phone, tablet, or laptop.		This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Rewrite Your Financial Story 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning 11:00am–12:00pm Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Hollywood Library Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hollywood Library Room: Meeting Room (HOL) Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Personal Finance Registration Required Event Details: Four session financial literacy program empowering low- and high-income earning individuals to take control of their finances, rewrite their financial stories and build a sustainable foundation for financial success. Special Notes Memphis Library Foundation This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
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1 pm				This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Filmmaking with Your Smartphone 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning 1:00pm–2:00pm Teens, Adults Hollywood Library Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hollywood Library Room: Meeting Room (HOL) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Computers and Technology, Movies Registration Required Event Details: Transform your smartphone into a powerful storytelling tool. This course takes you step-by-step through the process of creating captivating films with limited resources. Special Notes Memphis Library Foundation This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
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3 pm				This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Drawing Techniques 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning 3:00pm–4:00pm Teens, Adults Hollywood Library Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hollywood Library Room: Meeting Room (HOL) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts Registration Required Event Details: Unlock the secrets of drawing through four essential line techniques during this hands-on course. Special Notes Memphis Library Foundation This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
4 pm	This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group Cancelled Code Quest: Level Up Your Future (Python Basics Tweens) 4:00pm–5:00pm Tweens (Age 8-12) Hollywood Library Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group Cancelled Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hollywood Library Room: Teen Innovation Center Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12) Program Type: Computers and Technology, STEAM stem Registration Required Event Details: Unlock a World of Tech Opportunities for Tweens & Teens! Join us for an exciting 8-week program designed to equip teens with essential technology skills that inspire future career paths! 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. This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group Cancelled Rhythm & Beats: Musical Games & Therapeutic Drumming 4:00pm–5:00pm Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12) Hollywood Library This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hollywood Library Room: Meeting Room (HOL) Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12) Program Type: Health & Wellness, Music Event Details: Join us for an exciting and interactive session where children, tweens, and teens can explore the power of rhythm through musical games and drumming therapy! Special Notes Friends of the Library This event made possible by the Friends of the Library. 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.		This event is in the "Teens" group Healthy Relationships Event for Teens 4:00pm–5:00pm Teens Hollywood Library This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hollywood Library Room: Meeting Room (HOL) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Join us for an engaging workshop on Healthy Relationships designed specifically for teens! 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. This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group Cancelled Booked & Busy: Tween Book Club 4:00pm–5:30pm Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12) Hollywood Library Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group Cancelled Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hollywood Library Room: Main Floor Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12) Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: 🎉 Calling All Book Enthusiasts! ✨ Special Notes Friends of the Library This event made possible by the Friends of the Library. 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.	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Painting with Color & Nature 4-Part Series : Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning 4:00pm–5:00pm Teens, Adults Hollywood Library Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Hollywood Library Room: Meeting Room (HOL) Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts Registration Required Event Details: In this vibrant, hands-on course, participants will dive into the world of painting. They’ll master color blending, shading techniques and how to sketch and paint plants and trees with a fresh modern approach. Special Notes Memphis Library Foundation This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

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