Week Calendar

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.

Bring your tablet, laptop, or smart device and receive one-on-one technical assistance in accessing the Library’s digital services.  This is not a formal class and customers receive assistance on a first-come first-served basis.  

Come join us for stories, songs and fun, specially designed for pre-school children! Groups must pre-register.

Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to Randolph Library for stories, songs, rhymes and a craft!

Join us for a fun-filled story time, for ages 0-2.

Hey Tweens & Teens!

Looking for something fun and creative to do on fall break? Join us for a 4-day beginner crochet class where you'll learn the basics and make your very own crocheted orange! 🍊

Join us for a fun aerobics exercise with Ms. Linda Epps. It's a great way to enjoy exercising while allowing you to stretch and improve flexibility, muscular strength, and cardiovascular fitness. 

Come join us for story time appropriate for the youngest children! No groups please.

Come and join us for a super cool story time! 

This beginner-friendly class is designed for adults who want to build confidence using a computer.

This 5-week course meets at Cossitt Library on Tuesdays from 10:30am-12:00pm on 9.30, 10.7, 10.14, 10.21, and 10.28.

Kid-friendly activities to celebrate the season

Come join us as we explore the wonderful world of children's literature for toddlers! No groups please.

Computer Basics is for the very beginner to introduce fundamental concepts and skills related to using computers. The class encompasses keyboarding, mouse skills, internet and email basics among other basic applications.

Join teaching artist Elaine Blanchard for this 6-week creative writing course. Participants use prompts, timed writing, and critique to explore writing techniques.

The Memphis Fair Housing Center, a division of Memphis Area Legal Services, Inc., will hold a free training for those interested in learning more about their rights as la

Join us for a fun aerobics exercise with Ms. Linda Epps. It's a great way to enjoy exercising while allowing you to stretch and improve flexibility, muscular strength, and cardiovascular fitness. 

Please join Memphis Area Legal Services for a free Family Law Legal Clinic for Seniors age 60 and older. 

Join us for a fun-filled story time, for ages 3-5. 

Join us on Thursdays from 10:30-11:30 at Randolph Library for Sensory Storytime! Sensory storytime is a welcoming, interactive environment designed for special sensory seeking children with autism or other sensory integration.

This beginner-friendly class is designed for adults who want to build confidence using a computer.

Experience a new musical experience with teaching artist David Virone in a 6-week beginner guitar class. This course is designed for beginners to learn fundamental techniques, basic chords, and simple songs. 

Techy Seniors – Phone Basics

Learn the basic functions of smart phones and tablets. Participants will explore settings, and learn the following basic functions:

Come join the new Crochet Group at Frayser Library. It’s a relaxed place to hang out, get help with projects, and swap yarn with others who love to crochet or knit. Everyone is welcome no matter your skill level.

Need a hand with homework? The Frayser Library is here to help!

Students in 1st through 3rd grade are invited to get one-on-one assistance from Ms. Rebekah on their homework assignments!

Come join the Cherokee Crochet Club!  Everyone welcome, from beginners to experienced crocheters.  Free to join plus free yarn to beginners.

Bring the family to storytime to explore stories and facts, shake your sillies out, sing and rhyme together, and more! 

This storytime occurs on Mondays at 11:00 a.m.

If you shake your head, stomp, or pat your feet, clap your hands, or move your body in some fashion to a beat in a favorite song, you have rhythm ,  this program is for you.

Students will learn the basics of screenwriting, including familiarizing themselves with the formatting of a screenplay page and understanding how to take an idea and turn it into a cinematic story.

Come to the Cordova Branch Library for Baby Storytime.  Share stories and songs and bubbles!

This week's theme - Friendly Funny Frogs

No registration is needed.

At Frayser, a pre-school story time is a great way to encourage a love of reading in children.  We share books, songs and a related art activity.  Parents, please mark this program on your calendar!  

Come out to Hollywood and enjoy an hour of various games and fellowship. 

Learn the basics of using a computer, including typing, browsing the internet, using email, and creating simple documents.

If you shake your head, stomp, or pat your feet, clap your hands, or move your body in some fashion to a beat in a favorite song, you have rhythm ,  this program is for you.

Students will learn the basics of screenwriting, including familiarizing themselves with the formatting of a screenplay page and understanding how to take an idea and turn it into a cinematic story.

You are welcome to bring your child to Story Times @ Crenshaw. Pre-K story time offers children, parents and caregivers stories, songs, and movements to nurture imagination and creativity through exposure to storybook characters and fun songs.

Come to the Cordova Library for Storytime.  Share stories and songs and crafts.

This week's theme - Funny Friendly Frogs, plus a Puppet show!

No registration is needed.

We encourage our seniors to come to the Levi Library and test their skills in our Bingo Wednesday!

If you have any questions, please call us at 901-415-2773!

If you shake your head, stomp, or pat your feet, clap your hands, or move your body in some fashion to a beat in a favorite song, you have rhythm ,  this program is for you.

Design, build, and glaze your own clay windchime with the guidance of an experienced ceramics instructor. 

Windchimes bring a beautiful sound to your home and garden. And, you will have created it with your own hands!

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.

Join JobLINC for assistance with job searching, resume building, career coaching, and access to local employment opportunities. Whether you're starting fresh or making a career change, our team is here to support you every step of the way.

Students will learn the basics of screenwriting, including familiarizing themselves with the formatting of a screenplay page and understanding how to take an idea and turn it into a cinematic story.

Come to the Cordova Library for Storytime.  Share stories and songs and crafts.

This week's theme - Funny, Friendly Frogs, plus a Puppet show

No registration is needed.

If you shake your head, stomp, or pat your feet, clap your hands, or move your body in some fashion to a beat in a favorite song, you have rhythm ,  this program is for you.

✨ Discover Digital Tools✨ Join us as a JobLinc Representative showcases the wide range of digital services available to you and our community.

Join JobLINC for assistance with job searching, resume building, career coaching, and access to local employment opportunities. Whether you're starting fresh or making a career change, our team is here to support you every step of the way.

Students will learn the basics of screenwriting, including familiarizing themselves with the formatting of a screenplay page and understanding how to take an idea and turn it into a cinematic story.

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

Join us at OGR Library at the corner of Poplar and White Station for stories, songs, movement, and more! 

If you shake your head, stomp, or pat your feet, clap your hands, or move your body in some fashion to a beat in a favorite song, you have rhythm ,  this program is for you.

Students will learn the basics of screenwriting, including familiarizing themselves with the formatting of a screenplay page and understanding how to take an idea and turn it into a cinematic story.

Come to the Cordova Branch Library for Fantasy Faire storytime!

Share magical stories and enchanted snacks.  Decorate a magic and and a fairy crown.

For all ages and no registration is needed.

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.

Looking for a way to set healthy goals or start an exercise routine? Join us at Levi as we move and groove with modern, easy to use equipment. Your choice, Your Pace!

Keepin' it Live at Levi: Come join us for our free nine-week line dancing workshop! Beginners will learn the basic steps as they continue to advance at their own speed. But above all, participants will be having fun! 

Looking for a way to set healthy goals or start an exercise routine? Join us at Levi as we move and groove with modern, easy to use equipment. Your choice, Your Pace!

Memphis Public Libraries provides free notary services to the public during drop-in hours: WEDNESDAYS from Noon – 2 PM at the Central Library in the Business & Sciences Department on the 3rd floor.

Looking for a way to set healthy goals or start an exercise routine? Join us at Levi as we move and groove with modern, easy to use equipment. Your choice, Your Pace!

Looking for a way to set healthy goals or start an exercise routine? Join us at Levi as we move and groove with modern, easy to use equipment. Your choice, Your Pace!

Please join Oluwatomiloba “Tomi” Ademokun as she reads from her new memoir, Wellness and Wahala. 

This reading and Q&A session will take place in the seating area by the New Books of the East Shelby Branch Library. 

The Raleigh Community Photography Club is a monthly meet-up designed to connect aspiring and experienced photographers of all ages through themed photo challenges, skill-building sessions, and community-focused storytelling.

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

Donate blood to get a chance to win $10,000!

Sign up here to donate blood at the Vitalant bloodmobile during Fantasy Faire. 

Join us at Levi for a fun take on the Biggest Loser program. This 6-week program will be geared toward adults looking to achieve maintainable weight loss and healthy goals.

Join us to for a lively discussion on our book of the month!

Join teaching artist Carol Buchman for this 5-week introduction to mural making. Participants will collaborate to design and create a large multi-paneled mural.

Chicago Stepping is returning to the Levi Library! Join us every Monday from 2:00-3:00 and Wednesday from 1:30-2:30 p.m. as Ray Hilliard demonstrates the Chicago Style 8 count step-by-step while getting in the groove. 

Join teaching artist Carol Buchman for this 5-week introduction to Mask Making. Participants learn the basic history of masks and how they are used in various cultures around the world.

Come and explore a travel destination from around the world, whether that be in the United States or globally. You don't want to miss this event. Fellowship, conversation, and exposure to new and exciting places!

Chicago Stepping is returning to the Levi Library! Join us every Monday from 2:00-3:00 and Wednesday from 1:30-2:30 p.m. as Ray Hilliard demonstrates the Chicago Style 8 count step-by-step while getting in the groove. 

We dare our tweens and teens to test their bravery during our Edible Fear Factor! The goal is simple: eat and drink the weirdest combinations known to mankind! Whoever goes the longest without quitting will win a prize!

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

So you've watched every classic sitcom and think you can quote every line, huh? Well we're willing to challenge that assumption. Come and play a few fun rounds of Sitcom Trivia with us! Light snacks and beverages will be provided. 

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!

Ease into Fall Break at the Frayser Branch Library!

Feeling stressed from school? Come chill with us and recharge your mind before heading into break mode.

Come along to learn great new moves while exercising and having a great time while dancing! It'll help stimulate your mind and improve your body tone.

Students will embark on a crash course into the world of a Comedy TV writer, experiencing what it’s like to work on a shared storyline in a healthy and constructive collaborative environment.

Looking for something fun to do over Fall Break? Students in 3rd-6th grade are invited to the South Branch Fall Break STEM Week!

This is Session 1 of our 3-day Fall Fun Camp.  Children ages 8-12 have the opportunity to explore their creative talents in building a diorama based on their favorite book.

As part of our fall break, we will have a variety of games available for our children and teens to try and beat their librarians. There will be prizes and snacks.

Join us for a fun-filled Crafternoon, where kids ages 3–12 can explore their creativity with hands-on projects. All supplies are provided—just bring your imagination!

Looking for something fun to do over Fall Break? Students in 3rd-6th grade are invited to the South Branch Fall Break STEM Week!

Monday 3D: Paper Pumpkins

🎃Come get crafty and make your own 3D Paper Pumpkins! 

Tuesday: Monster Books

This is Session 2 of our 3-day Fall Fun Camp.  Children ages 8-12 have the opportunity to explore their creative talents in building a diorama based on their favorite book.

Put your creativity and problem-solving skills to the test with our Lego STEM Challenge this Fall Break!

If you want to experience science, art, and color in one siting, please join us for a psychedelic time! Please bring at least one item to tie dye. There will be a scrunchies available to tie-dye, but they are limited.

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.

Looking for something fun to do over Fall Break? Students in 3rd-6th grade are invited to the South Branch Fall Break STEM Week!

Monday 3D: Paper Pumpkins

🎃Come get crafty and make your own 3D Paper Pumpkins! 

Tuesday: Monster Books

This is Session 3 of our 3-day Fall Fun Camp.  Children ages 8-12 have the opportunity to explore their creative talents in building a diorama based on their favorite book.

Take a break from the screens and join us for an afternoon of family fun! We’ll have a variety of classic and new board and card games for all ages to enjoy together.

Looking for something fun to do over Fall Break? Students in 3rd-6th grade are invited to the South Branch Fall Break STEM Week!

Monday 3D: Paper Pumpkins

🎃Come get crafty and make your own 3D Paper Pumpkins! 

Tuesday: Monster Books

This event is sponsored by the Memphis Youth Arts Initiative.

Get ready to mix, stretch, and squish your very own slime! Kids ages 6–12 will experiment with fun ingredients to create ooey-gooey masterpieces to take home. Come prepared for a little mess and a lot of fun!

Looking for something fun to do over Fall Break? Students in 3rd-6th grade are invited to the South Branch Fall Break STEM Week!