Week Calendar

The children will have the opportunity to use the components of DiscoverRead which incorporates reading, talking, writing, singing and playing.

Enjoy a fun and interactive story time where books come to life through music! This special session combines singing, movement, and storytelling to engage young children and their caregivers in a joyful, musical experience.

Join us for a fun-filled story time and craft with Overton Park for ages 0-12years. Learn more about what Overton Park has to offer!

Join us as we share information and resources about Autism Spectrum Disorder. Helping those with autism make friends and develop their social skills in a safe and fun environment.

Teens and tweens are invited to attend a cooking class to learn how to prepare quick and unique meals. This class will be a fun and rewarding experience. Lauren C.

Try your hand at blackout, collage, shape poetry and more! 

Sensory Storytime is a welcoming interactive environment designed for sensory seeking children with autism or other sensory integration challenges.

Come to the Cordova Branch Library for a summer gardening class for kids.  The Cordova Garden Club will bring lots of information and activities for kid of all ages.

For all ages and no registration is needed.

Stop by the Hollywood Library if you enjoy playing Video Games! Play time is every other Saturday from 4-5pm

Learn about and try out different print/stamp-making techniques! 

Children will get to make no mess art. 

Unleash your child's creativity in a fun-filled Sip & Paint session designed especially for kids!

Get ready to unleash your inner architect and creativity! Join us for "Collaborative Village: A tiny town built entirely by kids!"

Join teaching artist B.J. Foster for this 5-week course and have fun transforming old books into pieces of art. Children and teens will learn how to follow a folding pattern creating a visually interesting three-dimensional image.

Join WKNO for a fun, hands-on workshop that invites families to explore the arts through storytelling, music, and movement--drawing inspiration from Louisiana Public Broadcasting's digital series Ziggy's Arts Adventure.

Tweens, it's always a good day to read an exciting book together!

Following step-by-step instructions, children will learn how to make handmade paper!  Local artist Katey Henriksen Gardner will be on hand to share her skills with participants in this fun and awesome workshop.

🎨 Color Your Taste Buds! 🥕🍎 Join us for a tasty twist on art! Paint your favorite healthy snack and learn all about making smart food choices along the way.

An hour full of crafts and games at the Cherokee Library! A different activity will be presented each week. Registration encouraged but not required.

Healthy Cooking Matters For Children is a four-session series designed to provide hands-on learning experiences through recipe preparation and encourage positive behavior change among youth participants. 

Connect Crew will be hosting a family storytime event at the Memphis Zoo! The storytime and animal meet and greet program will be held at the Wild Encounter location. The storytime event will occur during the zoo's Free TN Tuesday hours.

Wednesdays are Wonderful at Parkway Village. Join us ever Wednesday this summer for an array of games, activities, crafts, movies and so much more!

🎉 Join us at Hollywood for Day of Play! Every Thursday, we'll have an activity full of fun, creativity, and adventure!

Inspired by the Netflix show, Nailed It!, come re-create classic works of art in your own way! 

Children will be introduced to art, providing them with the opportunity explore their creative talents.

Calling all gamers! Flex your skills and go head-to-head with other gamers at Raleigh's Nintendo Switch Game Night. We'll have the classics if you're feeling nostalgic, as well as some newer fan favorites.

Come to the Cordova Branch Library to visit with Job, the Comfort Dog.  Feel free to read to him, or just pet him.  Then say for a craft activity.

For ages 5-12.  No registration is needed.

Bring the whole family for a cozy movie afternoon at the library! Enjoy a family-friendly film on the big screen with popcorn, comfy seating, and good company. Perfect for winding down, laughing together, and making memories — all for free!

Take advantage of the heat!

Join us at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library for a special engineering challenge. Build your own solar oven as we try to use the weather to our advantage. All supplies provided.

Join us for an engaging story time filled with captivating books and interactive activities! This program will focus on important themes like recycling, litter prevention, beautification, and more.

Come to the Cordova Branch Library to learn to crochet!  Staff member Kellea will teach all kids, tweens and teens how to do easy crochet stitches and projects.  Yarn and needles provided.

Free chess tutorials for all ages. Come learn how to play the game at South Branch library or challenge veteran players in a friendly match of strategy and tactics. Long Live the King! 

Do you like Dungeons and Dragons but don't know how to play? Great, neither do we! Come play a chaotic game where no one knows the rules but still have to win battles against unknown foes. 

Families are invited to join us at Your Randolph Branch Library for an International Storytime featuring The Philippines! We will celebrate the country and culture with stories, snacks, and a craft!

Get comfy and dive into the summer fun at our Pajama Jam! Wear your favorite PJs and join us at the library for a cozy celebration filled with games, snacks, and creative crafts.

Mondays | 5:00–6:00 PM | Tween Zone

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.