10 am |
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
Whitehaven Library
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
12
2025
Mon
Electronics and Electricity Seminar
10:00am - 12:00pm
Whitehaven Library
Library Branch:
Whitehaven Library
Room:
Meeting Room (WHI)
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Job and Career,
STEAM stem
Event Details:
Joseph Oliver and a variety of skilled professionals conduct weekly classes with customers participating in hands-on repair and learning exercises. Participants will be exposed to the basics of electricity and electronics theory and repair.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
Whitehaven Library
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
13
2025
Tue
Beginning Spanish
10:00am - 12:00pm
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Open
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
16
2025
Fri
Techy Seniors - Smart Phone Basics
10:30am - 12:30pm
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Open
Library Branch:
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room:
L-56 Training Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Required
Seats Remaining:
16
Event Details:
Techy Seniors – Phone Basics Learn the basic functions of smart phones and tablets. Participants will explore settings, and learn the following basic functions:
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
Raleigh Library
Open
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
17
2025
Sat
Africa Studies in the 901 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning
10:30am - 11:30am
Raleigh Library
Open
Library Branch:
Raleigh Library
Room:
Meeting Room (RAL)
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness,
History/Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining:
26
Event Details:
Africa in the City is designed to teach members in the Memphis community about the history and culture of various communities in Africa. Food tastings, mini language lessons, and hands-on activities are features of the program.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Cherokee Library
Open
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
May
17
2025
Sat
Cherokee Crochet Club
10:30am - 12:30pm
Cherokee Library
Open
Library Branch:
Cherokee Library
Room:
Meeting Room (CHE)
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Program Type:
Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Required
Seats Remaining:
11
Event Details:
Come join the Cherokee Crochet Club! Everyone welcome, from beginners to experienced crocheters. Free to join plus free yarn to beginners.
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.
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11 am |
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Open
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
May
16
2025
Fri
A Symphony of Art, Music & Mindfulness 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning
11:00am - 12:00pm
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Open
Library Branch:
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining:
23
Event Details:
This class aims to create an immersive and enriching environment through a fusion of art and music healing.
Special Notes
Memphis Library Foundation
This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
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.
Children (Age 0-5),
Children (Age 6-8),
Tweens (Age 8-12)
Benjamin L. Hooks Central 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.
May
16
2025
Fri
Sensory Story Time
11:00am - 12:00pm
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
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:
Story Times
Event Details:
Sensory Storytime is a welcoming interactive environment designed for sensory seeking children with autism or other sensory integration challenges.
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Parkway Village Library
Open
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
May
17
2025
Sat
Self Discipline the Key to Having More 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning
11:00am - 12:00pm
Parkway Village Library
Open
Library Branch:
Parkway Village Library
Room:
Program Area
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining:
24
Event Details:
Led by Successful Living Economic & Community Development Corporation, this series explores self-discipline, what defeats us, how it can defeat us, and how to develop, increase, and enhance self-discipline. Instructor:
Special Notes
Memphis Library Foundation
This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
Orange Mound Library
Open
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
17
2025
Sat
Starting a Business from Scratch 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning
11:00am - 12:00pm
Orange Mound Library
Open
Library Branch:
Orange Mound Library
Room:
Genealogy Room (OM)
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Business Assistance,
Job and Career
Required
Seats Remaining:
5
Event Details:
Turn your big ideas into reality with this 4-session crash course in entrepreneurship. Learn the essentials of business planning, branding, digital tools and social media strategies to successfully launch and grow your business.
Special Notes
Memphis Library Foundation
This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
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.
Children (Age 0-5),
Children (Age 6-8),
Tweens (Age 8-12)
Benjamin L. Hooks Central 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.
May
17
2025
Sat
Read with a Pup! (Children's reading therapy program)
11:00am - 1:00pm
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
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:
Literacy Instruction
Required
Seats Remaining:
8
Event Details:
Do you love reading AND doggies?! Come and read to a sweet, friendly pup and practice your reading skills! Every third Saturday at the Central Library in the Children's story time room from 11 - 1pm.
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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
Children (Age 0-5),
Children (Age 6-8),
Tweens (Age 8-12),
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Raleigh 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
May
17
2025
Sat
Mommy and Me/ Family Open Mic
11:30am - 1:00pm
Raleigh Library
Library Branch:
Raleigh Library
Room:
Family Learning Lab
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5),
Children (Age 6-8),
Tweens (Age 8-12),
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Music,
Poetry and Writing,
Theater
Event Details:
Are you a creative caregiver that needs an expressive outlet for you and your family?
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.
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12 pm |
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
Raleigh Library
Open
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
12
2025
Mon
Digital Photography 2-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Raleigh Library
Open
Library Branch:
Raleigh Library
Room:
Meeting Room (RAL)
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
STEAM arts
Required
Seats Remaining:
29
Event Details:
Learn photography basics consisting of film, digital photography, lighting, and film print.
Special Notes
Memphis Library Foundation
This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
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This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group.
Tweens (Age 8-12)
East Shelby Library
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group.
May
17
2025
Sat
Chat & Chew Tween Book Club
1:00pm - 2:00pm
East Shelby Library
Library Branch:
East Shelby Library
Room:
Tween Scene & Children's Room (ESB)
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type:
Book Clubs,
Literacy Instruction
Event Details:
Tweens, it's always a good day to read an exciting book together!
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 0-5)" group.
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
Children (Age 0-5),
Children (Age 6-8),
Tweens (Age 8-12),
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Levi 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
May
17
2025
Sat
Movie Day @ Levi
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Levi Library
Library Branch:
Levi Library
Room:
Meeting Room (LEV)
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5),
Children (Age 6-8),
Tweens (Age 8-12),
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Program Type:
Movies
Event Details:
Every third Saturday, customers of all ages will get to watch a movie and enjoy popcorn and beverages. Please join us if you are interested, and make sure to spread the word!
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.
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2 pm |
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This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Tweens (Age 8-12),
Teens
Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
May
15
2025
Thu
Homeschool Hangout
2:00pm - 3:00pm
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,
Games
Event Details:
A chance to meet other homeschoolers over tabletop games, video games, crafts and conversations!
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library
Open
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
May
17
2025
Sat
Drumming & Rhythm 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library
Open
Library Branch:
Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library
Room:
Meeting Room (CRE)
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Program Type:
Music
Required
Seats Remaining:
28
Event Details:
This session is designed to teach the basics of rhythm and drumming in a fun and interactive way.
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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
Children (Age 6-8),
Tweens (Age 8-12),
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Parkway Village Library
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
May
17
2025
Sat
Magical Girl Mother Daughter Sip-n-Make
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Parkway Village Library
Library Branch:
Parkway Village Library
Room:
Program Area
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8),
Tweens (Age 8-12),
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Cultural Awareness,
Holidays
Event Details:
Do you like fighting evil by moonlight? Or winning love by daylight? Do you have an affinity for cute clothes, accessorizing, and girl power? Well, at the Parkway Village Library, we have the program for you!
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.
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3 pm |
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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.
Children (Age 0-5),
Children (Age 6-8),
Tweens (Age 8-12)
Whitehaven 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.
May
13
2025
Tue
Kids on the Block Puppet Show!
3:15pm - 4:00pm
Whitehaven Library
Library Branch:
Whitehaven Library
Room:
Story Time Room
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5),
Children (Age 6-8),
Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Cultural Awareness,
Health & Wellness,
Music,
STEAM arts,
STEAM stem,
Story Times
Event Details:
Join us at the Whitehaven Branch Library as we discuss staying fit and healthier eating options with Nam and his friends, in this live action puppet show. "It's all about Balance"
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.
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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.
Children (Age 6-8),
Tweens (Age 8-12),
Teens
Orange Mound Library
Open
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.
May
14
2025
Wed
Worth the Risk Youth Arts
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Orange Mound Library
Open
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
Required
Seats Remaining:
20
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.
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.
Children (Age 0-5),
Children (Age 6-8),
Tweens (Age 8-12)
Officer Geoffrey Redd 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.
May
14
2025
Wed
LEGO Club
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Library Branch:
Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room:
Meeting Room (OGR)
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5),
Children (Age 6-8),
Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Games,
STEAM arts
Event Details:
Join us for an hour of building, creating, and making new friends!
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
May
14
2025
Wed
Library Branch:
CLOUD901
Room:
Rebecca’s Hi Tech Tree House
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
East Shelby Library
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
May
15
2025
Thu
Sit-N-Stitch Crochet and Knitting Club
3:00pm - 5:00pm
East Shelby Library
Library Branch:
East Shelby Library
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Sewing, Needlework, etc.
Event Details:
Fiber arts creators come together and work on your current project!
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Tweens (Age 8-12),
Teens
South Library
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
May
15
2025
Thu
Long Live the King of Chess @ South
3:30pm - 4:30pm
South Library
Library Branch:
South Library
Room:
Teen Innovation Center
Age Group:
Tweens (Age 8-12),
Teens
Program Type:
Games,
STEAM stem
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Tweens (Age 8-12),
Teens
Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
May
15
2025
Thu
TEEN HANGOUT
3:30pm - 4:30pm
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,
Games
Event Details:
Come join us for an afternoon of gaming, crafts, and snacks in the teen loft!
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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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
Children (Age 0-5),
Children (Age 6-8),
Tweens (Age 8-12),
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
East Shelby 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
May
17
2025
Sat
East Shelby Library : Movie Day
3:00pm - 5:00pm
East Shelby Library
Library Branch:
East Shelby Library
Room:
Meeting Room A (ESB)
Age Group:
Children (Age 0-5),
Children (Age 6-8),
Tweens (Age 8-12),
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Program Type:
Movies
Special Notes
Friends of the Library
This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Orange Mound Library
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
May
17
2025
Sat
Help Me Find My People: Genealogy 101
3:30pm - 5:30pm
Orange Mound Library
Library Branch:
Orange Mound Library
Room:
Studio B (OM)
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Program Type:
Community Information,
Cultural Awareness,
History/Genealogy
Event Details:
This session provides an overview of how to conduct genealogical research, including helpful charts and forms, free internet research sites, and other helpful tips to continue your family history journey.
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4 pm |
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This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group.
Children (Age 6-8),
Tweens (Age 8-12)
South Library
This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group.
May
12
2025
Mon
Paint Party!
4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Library
Library Branch:
South Library
Room:
Children's Area
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8),
Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
STEAM arts
Event Details:
Stop by the South Branch on the 2nd Monday of each month for a special painting project! We'll try out different painting materials and techniques to make great pieces of art!
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.
Teens,
Adults
Cordova Library
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
12
2025
Mon
Cordova Writing Club
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Cordova Library
Library Branch:
Cordova Library
Room:
Meeting Room (COR)
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
STEAM arts
Event Details:
The only objective is to put words on paper! Think of this as a NaNoWriMo "write-in," but for those of us who need longer than a year to write a book! Bring a writing project to work on, or start something new. All skill levels welcome.
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This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group.
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.
May
13
2025
Tue
Music Therapy Studio: Group Songwriting & Recording
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hollywood Library
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 a creative music therapy session where teens will collaborate to write and record their own songs! Whether you're a singer, songwriter, or just love music, this workshop offers a fun and supportive space to express yourself.
Special Notes
Friends of the Library
This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Cherokee Library
Open
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
May
13
2025
Tue
Writing For Performances 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Cherokee Library
Open
Library Branch:
Cherokee Library
Room:
Meeting Room (CHE)
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Program Type:
Poetry and Writing
Required
Seats Remaining:
19
Event Details:
This class/workshop will focus on dramatic writing culminating to presenting works on stage including poetry, short stories, and prose in a dramatic form.
Special Notes
Memphis Library Foundation
This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
Hollywood Library
Open
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
14
2025
Wed
Artificial Intelligence, ChatGPT and the Future of Innovation 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hollywood Library
Open
Library Branch:
Hollywood Library
Room:
Meeting Room (HOL)
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Required
Seats Remaining:
7
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 "Teens" group.
Teens
Orange Mound Library
This event is in the "Teens" group.
May
14
2025
Wed
Creative Customs: Button Making Bash: May the 4th Be With You! (Star Wars Buttons)
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Orange Mound Library
Library Branch:
Orange Mound Library
Room:
Teen Area (OM)
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
STEAM arts
Event Details:
Button pins are used to express a plethora of things from achievement badges to showing pride in one's community. Whatever idea or statement you’d like to convey there’s a button for it.
Special Notes
Friends of the Library
This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.
This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group.
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.
May
14
2025
Wed
Day of Play
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hollywood Library
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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
East Shelby Library
Open
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
14
2025
Wed
Business Branding for Beginners 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning
4:30pm - 5:30pm
East Shelby Library
Open
Library Branch:
East Shelby Library
Room:
Meeting Room A & B (ESB)
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Business Assistance,
Job and Career
Required
Seats Remaining:
23
Event Details:
Led by Successful Living & Economic & Community Development Corporation, this 4-part series deals with essential components of business branding, including understanding the psychological approach to color in pre
Special Notes
Memphis Library Foundation
This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
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This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group.
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.
May
15
2025
Thu
Booked & Busy: Celebration!
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hollywood Library
Library Branch:
Hollywood Library
Room:
Meeting Room (HOL)
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8),
Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type:
Book Clubs
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 "Teens" group.
May
15
2025
Thu
Let's Rap About It
4:00pm - 5:00pm
North Library
Library Branch:
North Library
Room:
Main Floor
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Library Support
Event Details:
Teens are given an opportunity to discuss issues affecting them. Teens can join this program in person.
This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group.
Children (Age 6-8),
Tweens (Age 8-12)
Hollywood Library
Open
This event is in the "Children (Age 6-8)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group.
May
15
2025
Thu
Booked & Busy: Tween Book Club
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Hollywood Library
Open
Library Branch:
Hollywood Library
Room:
Main Floor
Age Group:
Children (Age 6-8),
Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining:
20
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.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Cherokee Library
Open
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
May
15
2025
Thu
Public Speaking 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Cherokee Library
Open
Library Branch:
Cherokee Library
Room:
Meeting Room (CHE)
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Program Type:
Language Classes
Required
Seats Remaining:
18
Event Details:
“SPEAK THE SPEECH!” is a focused public speaking workshop designed to teach participants the rudiments of public speaking (often, threatening) in a non-threatening confidence building manner.
Special Notes
Memphis Library Foundation
This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
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5 pm |
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Open
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
May
13
2025
Tue
English Language Learners 4-Part Virtual Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Open
Library Branch:
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room:
Virtual
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Program Type:
Citizenship/ESL,
Language Classes,
Literacy Instruction
Required
Seats Remaining:
38
Event Details:
Classes are designed to teach adults how to pronounce and write some basic English words and phrases.
Special Notes
Memphis Library Foundation
This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Open
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
May
16
2025
Fri
Basic Conversational Spanish 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Open
Library Branch:
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room:
L-56 Training Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Program Type:
Cultural Awareness,
Language Classes
Required
Seats Remaining:
20
Event Details:
Classes will cover introductory Spanish terms and keywords commonly used in day-to-day conversations. Lessons will focus on vocabulary, speaking, and some writing skills to help students communicate effectively in everyday situations.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Cordova Library
Open
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
May
12
2025
Mon
Making a Career Out of Writing Books 4-Part Series: Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Cordova Library
Open
Library Branch:
Cordova Library
Room:
Story Time Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Program Type:
Poetry and Writing
Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Event Details:
This series will discuss how to turn your passion for writing into an ongoing career. You will learn how to network, get published and take advantage of writing opportunities. Instructor:
Special Notes
Memphis Library Foundation
This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
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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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
Children (Age 0-5),
Children (Age 6-8),
Tweens (Age 8-12),
Teens,
Adults,
Adults-Seniors
Benjamin L. Hooks Central 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group.
May
13
2025
Tue
Long Live the King!-Chess Club
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
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,
Adults-Seniors
Program Type:
Games
Event Details:
Free chess tutorials for all ages. Beginners are invited to learn to play, and veterans are welcome to challenge each other to a friendly match of strategy and tactics. For this event we will meet in our main lobby behind the escalators.
Special Notes
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
Connect Crew
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
14
2025
Wed
The Writer's Block
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Connect Crew
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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