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Featured Events

DIY Winter Arts and Crafts For Children

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room B (FRA) at Frayser Library

Age Group:

Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Library Branch: Frayser Library
Room: Meeting Room B (FRA)
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Whether it’s creating a snowman art piece or handprint tree, this program provides a wonderful opportunity for children to dive into imaginative art projects.

Experience History With STEM Activities

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room B (FRA) at Frayser Library

Age Group:

Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Library Branch: Frayser Library
Room: Meeting Room B (FRA)
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM stem
Event Details:

Explore the achievements of American inventors who have shaped the world through their innovations. Our aim is for participants to learn from these innovators by indulging in STEM activities.

James Hyter - "Old Man River"

Stacks & Facts: Memphis Black History Challenge

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Memphis Room 4th Floor at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

Age Group:

Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Memphis Room 4th Floor
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Black History Month, History/Genealogy
Event Details:

It’s back! Join us for the Second Annual Memphis Black History Trivia Night on February 25 at 6:00 PM.

The 1920s: From Jazz to Hughes

The 1920s: Langston Hughes' 125th Birthday Celebration

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A & B (FRA) at Frayser Library

Age Group:

Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Library Branch: Frayser Library
Room: Meeting Room A & B (FRA)
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Author Events, Black History Month, Cultural Awareness, Games, History/Genealogy, Literature Classes, Music, Poetry and Writing
Event Details:

Join us for a vibrant tribute to the "Poet Laureate of Harlem" as we celebrate the 125th birthday of Langston Hughes.

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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! 

Bingo Wednesday @ Levi (MLGW Edition!)

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room (LEV) at Levi Library

Age Group:

Adults, Adults-Seniors
Library Branch: Levi Library
Room: Meeting Room (LEV)
Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

We encourage our seniors to come to the Levi Library and test their skills in our Bingo Wednesday! MLGW representative Jennifer Price will be our special Bingo caller! Come share in the fun!

Gnome Story Time

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Department at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

Age Group:

Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: Children's Department
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Times
Event Details:

Tiny hats. Big magic. 🌱📚

Spring Mixer

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Outdoor Grounds (RAN) at Randolph Library

Age Group:

Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Library Outdoor Grounds (RAN)
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gardening, Music, Neighborhood Events, Outreach Event
Event Details:

Join us for our community Spring Mixer. We will be planting herbs in our new garden beds. Leave your mark with paint pens to decorate garden beds & chalk to decorate the sidewalks.

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