Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

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Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
3030 Poplar Ave
Memphis, TN 38111
United States

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Bartlett Library

Cherokee Library

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3300 Sharpe Ave.
Memphis, TN 38111
United States

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CLOUD901

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3030 Poplar Ave.
Memphis, TN 38111
United States

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Wed-Fri: Closed

Sat: 10:00am-6:00pm

Connect Crew

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United States

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Cordova Library

Closed

8457 Trinity Rd.
Memphis, TN 38018
United States

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Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library

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531 Vance Ave.
Memphis, TN 38126
United States

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Cossitt Library

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33 South Front St.
Memphis, TN 38103
United States

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East Shelby Library

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7200 East Shelby Dr.
Memphis, TN 38125
United States

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Frayser Library

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2220 James Rd.
Memphis, TN 38127
United States

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Gaston Park Library

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1040 S. Third St.
Memphis, TN 38106
United States

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Hollywood Library

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1530 N. Hollywood St.
Memphis, TN 38108
United States

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JobLINC

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United States

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Levi Library

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3676 S. 3rd St.
Memphis, TN 38109
United States

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North Library

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1192 Vollintine Ave.
Memphis, TN 38107
United States

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Officer Geoffrey Redd Library

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5094 Poplar Ave.
Memphis, TN 38117
United States

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Orange Mound Library

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843 Dallas St.
Memphis, TN 38114
United States

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Parkway Village Library

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4655 Knight Arnold Rd.
Memphis, TN 38118
United States

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Raleigh Library

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3452 Austin Peay Hwy.
Memphis, TN 38128
United States

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Randolph Library

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3752 Given Ave.
Memphis, TN 38122
United States

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South Library

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1929 S. Third St.
Memphis, TN 38109
United States

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Whitehaven Library

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4120 Mill Branch Rd.
Memphis, TN 38116
United States

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Week Calendar

Featured Events

Noon Year's Eve

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm

Lobby at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

Age Group:

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

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

Room: Lobby

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

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holidays

Event Details:

Come join us in the main lobby for a children's New Year's Eve celebration!

We'll make a craft and dance. We'll finish with a Noon Year's countdown, complete with confetti cannons!

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MPL Repair Cafe - Spring

Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm

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

Age Group:

Adults

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

Room: Meeting Rooms (CEN)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Community Information, Computers and Technology, Neighborhood Events, Sewing, Needlework, etc.

Event Details:

Don't Throw it Out, Fix it!

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MPL Repair Cafe - Summer

Sunday, June 7, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm

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

Age Group:

Adults

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

Room: Meeting Rooms (CEN)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Community Information, Computers and Technology, Neighborhood Events, Sewing, Needlework, etc.

Event Details:

Don't Throw it Out, Fix it!

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MPL Repair Cafe - Fall

Sunday, October 4, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm

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

Age Group:

Adults

Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

Room: Meeting Rooms (CEN)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Community Information, Computers and Technology, Neighborhood Events, Sewing, Needlework, etc.

Event Details:

Don't Throw it Out, Fix it!

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10 am			This event is in the "Adults" group Aerobics Fitness Exercise 10:00am–11:00am Adults Raleigh Library This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Raleigh Library Room: Meeting Room (RAL) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: 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. 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.		This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group MALS Domestic Violence Clinic 10:00am–12:00pm Adults, Adults-Seniors Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: Meeting Rooms (CEN) Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Legal Assistance Event Details: Domestic violence is a pattern of abuse and/or coercive behavior used to gain or keep power and control of another person. It can include legal and illegal acts that undermine the victim's sense of safety, self, and free will.	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Computer Basics with Windows 11 10:30am–12:30pm Teens, Adults Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Open Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: 2nd Floor Reading Area Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Computers and Technology Registration Required Event Details: Join us for Computer Basics with Microsoft Windows 11. This operating system for Windows offers a array of enhancements and functionality in an easy to use interface. The training teaches the most basic skills needed to operate a Libra	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group UNITED WAY-FREE TAX PREP at SOUTH BRANCH 10:00am–2:00pm Adults, Adults-Seniors South Library This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Library Branch: South Library Room: Meeting Room (SOU) Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Tax Assistance Event Details: Free Tax Prep provided by United Way of Mid-South. (Walk-Ins Welcome) at the SOUTH BRANCH LIBRARY! SATURDAYS Only (February 14 - April 11) from 10:00am-2:00pm Please bring these documents:
11 am				This event is in the "Adults" group United Way Tax Preparation 11:00am–4:00pm Adults Whitehaven Library This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Whitehaven Library Room: Meeting Room (WHI) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Tax Assistance Event Details: 2026 United Way Free Tax Preparation
12 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Notary Services 12:00pm–2:00pm Adults, Adults-Seniors Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: 3rd Floor Reading Area - Walnut Grove Side Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Legal Assistance Event Details: 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. Special Notes Memphis Library Foundation This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
1 pm			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 Genealogy Assistance Tuesdays with Skyler! 1:00pm–3:00pm Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Orange Mound Library 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 Library Branch: Orange Mound Library Room: Genealogy Room (OM) Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Cultural Awareness, History/Genealogy, Neighborhood Events Event Details: Have questions about genealogy? Wondering how to find that long-lost ancestor? Just getting started on your family history research journey? Have no fear...Genealogy Assistance Tuesdays are here!				This event is in the "Adults" group Spanish for Beginners 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Cordova Library This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Cordova Library Room: Teen Innovation Center Age Group: Adults Program Type: Language Classes Event Details: Learn Spanish for free in this beginner-friendly class for adults! Instructional materials provided at the start of every class. No registration needed. 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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4 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Cordova Writing Club 4:00pm–5:30pm Adults Cordova Library This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Cordova Library Room: Meeting Room (COR) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts 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. Special Notes Friends of the Library This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.
5 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Let's Get Moving with Yoga 5:30pm–6:30pm Adults Cordova Library This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Cordova Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Participate in a yoga experience to stretch the body and soothe the mind. Special Notes Memphis Library Foundation This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
6 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Zumba Fitness Class 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Raleigh Library Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Open Library Branch: Raleigh Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Join our weekly Zumba fitness class. It's an excellent workout that will allow you to burn calories while having fun. It will also strengthen your muscles and improve flexibility. Please plan to be on time. 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.		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 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.