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Harvest, Tea, ‘n’ Harmony – An Afternoon of Art

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Meeting Room B (OM) at Orange Mound Library

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Adults, Adults-Seniors

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Library Branch: Orange Mound Library

Room: Meeting Room B (OM)

Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

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Fall is here and so is pumpkin spice lattes! Oh, that isn’t your flavor? Good. Then how about an assortment of warm herbal teas bought locally from “My Cup of Tea”, right in Orange Mound?

Pickle Day!!!

Friday, November 14, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Meeting Room A (OM) at Orange Mound Library

Age Group:

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

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Library Branch: Orange Mound Library

Room: Meeting Room A (OM)

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

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cooking and Food, Games, Holidays

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Happy National Pickle Day!

Celebrate with us with a special pickle themed story time, pickle arts and crafts and lots of pickle snacks!

The Gravity of Hello: When Strangers Become Stories - Guided Writing with Victoria Johnson

Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: Raleigh Library

Room: Meeting Room (RAL)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Poetry and Writing

Registration Required

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Join Healing Guided Writer, Victoria Johnson as she guides you through the stories that start with reaching across the divide - discovering how unexpected connections reveal buried truths, deepen our capacity for authentic relationship, and become

Sounds from the Stacks: Renée and Aaron Brame

Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Lobby Stage at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

Age Group:

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

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Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

Room: Lobby Stage

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

Program Type: Music

Event Details:

Join us for our Sounds from the Stacks concert series, this month featuring a smooth, lounge-inspired performance by local duo Renée and Aaron Brame.

My Story's Song

Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Children's Program Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

Age Group:

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

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Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

Room: Children's Program Room

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

Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Music, Story Times

Event Details:

Come to this special story time with a musical heart!

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All Day				This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group Scavenger Hunt All Day Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12) Orange Mound Library This event is in the "Children (Age 0-5)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Orange Mound Library Room: Children's Area (OM) Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12) Program Type: Games Event Details: Can you find them all? Explore the Children's area of the library and see what characters you will find for this month's scavenger hunt! Special Notes Friends of the Library This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.
10 am	This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group AAPI Heritage Month Memphis Student Art Exhibit 10:00am–8:00pm Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Cossitt Library This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Cossitt Library Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness, Exhibits, Holidays Event Details: Join us for a vibrant showcase of creativity in our annual Student Art Competition, honoring Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month! This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group VA HCHV and LINC/211 Outreach for Homeless Veterans 10:30am–1:00pm Adults, Adults-Seniors Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: Lobby- Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Veterans Assistance Event Details: Attention Veterans in Memphis: If you’re struggling with homelessness, help is available!	This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group AAPI Heritage Month Memphis Student Art Exhibit 10:00am–8:00pm Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Cossitt Library This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Cossitt Library Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness, Exhibits, Holidays Event Details: Join us for a vibrant showcase of creativity in our annual Student Art Competition, honoring Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month!	This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group AAPI Heritage Month Memphis Student Art Exhibit 10:00am–8:00pm Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Cossitt Library This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Cossitt Library Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness, Exhibits, Holidays Event Details: Join us for a vibrant showcase of creativity in our annual Student Art Competition, honoring Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month! This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group VA HCHV and LINC/211 Outreach for Homeless Veterans 10:30am–1:00pm Adults, Adults-Seniors Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: Lobby- Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Veterans Assistance Event Details: Attention Veterans in Memphis: If you’re struggling with homelessness, help is available!	This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group AAPI Heritage Month Memphis Student Art Exhibit 10:00am–8:00pm Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Cossitt Library This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Cossitt Library Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness, Exhibits, Holidays Event Details: Join us for a vibrant showcase of creativity in our annual Student Art Competition, honoring Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month!	This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group AAPI Heritage Month Memphis Student Art Exhibit 10:00am–8:00pm Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Cossitt Library This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Cossitt Library Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness, Exhibits, Holidays Event Details: Join us for a vibrant showcase of creativity in our annual Student Art Competition, honoring Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month!	This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group AAPI Heritage Month Memphis Student Art Exhibit 10:00am–8:00pm Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Cossitt Library This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Cossitt Library Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Awareness, Exhibits, Holidays Event Details: Join us for a vibrant showcase of creativity in our annual Student Art Competition, honoring Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month! This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group ABCs of Homebuying 4-Hour Session: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning 10:30am–2:30pm Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Cossitt 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: Cossitt Library Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Personal Finance Registration Required Event Details: In this 4-hour session you will learn about the pros and cons of renting versus buying a house. 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 "Children (Age 6-8)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group Worth the Risk Youth Arts 3:00pm–5:00pm Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Orange Mound 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 This event is in the "Teens" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Orange Mound Library Room: Meeting Room A (OM) Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Nonprofit Assistance, Poetry and Writing Registration Required Event Details: Express yourself! Every Wednesday from January to May local artist and founder of Color Your Story Onto Mine nonprofit, Violet Newborn, will be hosting a series of social artistry workshops for Memphis youth at the Orange Mound Library. 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.
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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Artificial Intelligence, ChatGPT and the Future of Innovation 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: Computers and Technology Registration Required Event Details: Dive into the exciting world of Artificial Intelligence with this hands-on, four-part course designed to demystify A.I. and empower participants with practical skills using it. From understanding A.I. Special Notes Memphis Library Foundation This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation. This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group Day of Play 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 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: Arts & Crafts, Games, Movies, Music Event Details: 🎉 Join us at Hollywood for Day of Play! Every Wednesday, we'll pick an activity full of fun, creativity, and adventure! 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.
5 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Compose Yourself: Memphis Writes 5:30pm–7:00pm Adults Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: L-56 Training Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Poetry and Writing Registration Required Event Details: Are you an aspiring writer with Memphis memories? Join us for a Memphis-focused writing workshop where you can sharpen your pen, connect with community and learn about some local history. Special Notes Memphis Library Foundation This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
6 pm			This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group The Writer's Block 6:00pm–8:00pm Teens, Adults Connect Crew Offsite Event This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Connect Crew Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Outreach Event, Poetry and Writing Event Details: Ever find yourself stuck when you're trying to write? Or, maybe, you don't even know how to start? Then please join us for 'The Writer's Block,' a writing club geared towards gathering writers together and getting words down on the page.

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