Week Calendar

Joseph Oliver and a variety of skilled professionals conduct weekly classes with customers participating in hands-on repair and learning exercises.

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.  

AARP Foundation’s IRS-certified volunteers provide FREE basic income tax return preparation with electronic filing to qualified individuals.

• Monday, April 13: Groovy Beginnings (1970s Day) 

Celebrate the decade our library was founded! Step back into the 70s and take a look at what life — and reading — looked like when it all began.

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. 

Booker T. Leigh is a retired extension agent who worked for more than 30 years for the University of TN Extension Service.

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.

Adults, you can learn English as your 2nd language!

Join HopeWorks teachers every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:00 AM-1 PM at the East Shelby Library.

No matter your primary language, you are welcome to join. 

AARP Foundation’s IRS-certified volunteers provide FREE basic income tax return preparation with electronic filing to qualified individuals.

United Way of the Mid-South IRS-certified volunteers will provide FREE basic income tax return preparation. The schedule is from Tuesday to Saturday, closed on Mondays and holidays.

 For more information, please call 901-415-2778

• Monday, April 13: Groovy Beginnings (1970s Day) 

Celebrate the decade our library was founded! Step back into the 70s and take a look at what life — and reading — looked like when it all began.

AARP Foundation’s IRS-certified volunteers provide FREE basic income tax return preparation with electronic filing to qualified individuals.

United Way of the Mid-South IRS-certified volunteers will provide FREE basic income tax return preparation. The schedule is from Tuesday to Saturday, closed on Mondays and holidays.

 For more information, please call 901-415-2778

• Monday, April 13: Groovy Beginnings (1970s Day) 

Celebrate the decade our library was founded! Step back into the 70s and take a look at what life — and reading — looked like when it all began.

Computer Basics covers basic computer skills for those who want to learn or improve their computer literacy. Please come with your questions and concerns. Laptops are provided, but feel free to bring your own.      

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. 

Connect Crew will be present outside of the Hospitality Hub to share library resources.

Adults, you can learn English as your 2nd language!

Join HopeWorks teachers every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:00 AM-1 PM at the East Shelby Library.

No matter your primary language, you are welcome to join. 

• Monday, April 13: Groovy Beginnings (1970s Day) 

Celebrate the decade our library was founded! Step back into the 70s and take a look at what life — and reading — looked like when it all began.

Through hands-on workshops, participants gain real experience with the latest A.I. tools—designed to help you grow your business, build financial confidence, advance your career, and fuel your creativity.

• Monday, April 13: Groovy Beginnings (1970s Day) 

Celebrate the decade our library was founded! Step back into the 70s and take a look at what life — and reading — looked like when it all began.

This workshop introduces participants to the fundamentals of 3D modeling using Blender. Students will learn how to navigate the interface, manipulate basic objects, and create a simple 3D scene.

Techy Seniors – Phone Basics

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

Walk a mile and get a free book! We are going to walk from the library entrance, complete the walking path around the Bert Ferguson community center (approx. 1 mile), and return to the library.

Participants will learn: Drum programming fundamentals, groove and tempo selection, basic chord progressions, bassline writing, arrangement (intro/verse/hook/bridge), and exporting files for collaboration.

Looking for a cozy spot to stitch? Join the Frayser Library Crochet Group! 

Whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned pro, come hang out, swap yarn, and share tips in a relaxed environment. 

Join ACTS for a Community Resource and Job Fair in partnership with John P. Freeman Optional School. This event will be open to the public and will feature local employers and community resources.

Raleigh Chicks/Roosters Presents: Mynd Kraft Lego Designs. Join us for a relaxed afternoon of LEGO building and fun vibes. Grab some LEGOs and see where your imagination takes you.

The Cherokee Sewing Club does a different project every month.

Join fellow entrepreneurs and meet the Memphis Elevate team to discover how Elevate can help your business.

Step into an atmosphere designed for new beginnings, warm welcomes, and real opportunities.

Love music? Love bingo? Then you won't want to miss our Musical Bingo event! We'll be playing snippets of your favorite hits from across the decades. 

Come and learn about the steps for restarting your life. 

Reentry: Advice and representation for those seeking restoration
of rights and expungement of criminal records

Come join in to learn better gardening habits and ask all the questions and answers related to gardening, landscaping and lawn care with Booker T Leigh, retired extension agent with the University of Tennessee.  Mr.

Have strong opinions about third-act breakups, miscommunication tropes, and love triangles? You might just be The One we've been looking for! Join us at Randolph for our Romance Readers book club one Saturday out of every month.

Through hands-on workshops, participants gain real experience with the latest A.I. tools—designed to help you grow your business, build financial confidence, advance your career, and fuel your creativity.

Event Details

Memphis Public Libraries provides free notary services to the public during drop-in hours: TUESDAY from Noon – 2 PM at the Cornelia Crenshaw Branch Library.

A Money Plan is a written plan that can help you reach your financial goals you have for the future( Buying A House - Retiring Early - Creating Generational Wealth For Your Family).

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.

Come out, enjoy and have fun learning our basic line dancing steps at a slower pace. This class is more instructional and repetitive. This class is cardio-driven and more about movement than technique.

Your Credit Score is a valuable number in your lifetime, yet not fully understood by most people.

Your credit score determines your rate on car loans and mortgages, life & car insurance along with credit cards plus personal loans.

By proactively planning, you can create a financial foundation that ensures financial independence and peace of mind in your retirement years.

Now is the time to write down personal finance questions that you have being wanting to know about.

The Raleigh Library 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.

New to chess? Lifelong player? Somewhere in between? You're in the right place. The Memphis Chess Club is where strategy meets community.

Join us for a lively discussion of our book of the month! In April, we will discuss Hamnet by Maggie O'Farrell. Copies are on hold at the branch for checkout.

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!

Like to play Mah Jong but need friends to play with?  Our Club might be for you. It is for those who have played some, know the suits, the flow of play, and how to use an American Mah Jong Card. There is no teacher. We just play.

The Cherokee Sewing Club does a different project every month.

Connect Crew will be present to share free books and library resources for the students and residents in the Whitehaven community! This event will occur in the parking lot next to Brown Baptist, near the Southland Mall.

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

The madness continues! Join us for Mulch Madness & Plant-a-Thon, the second part of our library garden transformation.

The Cherokee Sewing Club does a different project every month.

We are thrilled to invite you to the Volunteer Recognition Awards Ceremony to celebrate the dedication and hard work of our amazing volunteers.

Chicago Stepping with Ray is here to stay! Join us at Levi for stepping fitness and wellness group every Monday from 2:00pm- 3:30pm, where every step is a step towards a healthier you. All classes are beginner friendly.

Alice Hansen is a Memphis-based violinist, recording artist, and songwriter known for her unique style that blends the virtuosity of her classical upbringing with soaring improvisation.

I know what you're thinking. What is Ikebana? How do even you pronounce this? You will find out everything when you join us on Friday, April 17 at 2:00. Certified Japanese floral artist Cheryl T.

Join us for two-hours of casual chess. Players of all levels and ages welcome. Participation is first come, first served as space allows.

Join us every Saturday to practice reading/speaking English and building new vocabulary in a casual friendly environment. Each attendee is welcome to read aloud a page from the suggested book.

For movie lovers and book lovers alike: have you ever had a book you've been wanting to read be made into a movie, only you want to read it before you watch it?

Whether you're just starting your computer journey or you want to brush up on the basics, come join us as we learn about some of the most fundamental computer skills in a small class environment!

If you are looking to start a vegetable garden this summer, you'll need to know where to plant, which types of soil to use, what you can and can't grow, and how much sunlight your plants need. 

Jessica Mosley (Chase Bank) will lead a presentation about frauds & scams.

Fiber arts creators come together and work on your current project!

Got some unwanted CDs or DVDs lying around collecting dust? Bring them up to Randolph for a swap meet!

Do you love books and good conversation? Join the Gaston Park Library’s Urban Book Club at 3:00 PM every third Saturday!

This month, we explore two high-stakes stories about women navigating worlds of power, prestige, and peril.

Need a space to practice your tech skills but want just a little supervision in case you get stuck? Come down to East Shelby for this weekly program where a tutor will be available to check up on your progress while you work on your skills.

Unleash your inner artist with the "Tangled In Crafts" series!

This month, we're untangling a new craft: Stamping. Create your own personalized tea towel or canvas bag using creative stamps and fabric paint!

Join us every Monday, 4-6pm! This is a loosely structured club for adults of all ages and experience levels, mainly focused around spending time putting words to paper, and sharing and providing feedback with other club members. 

Build English skills in a relaxed, friendly environment, meet other English learners, and practice speaking and listening skills in small groups.    

Are you ready to turn your financial goals into a reality? This empowering workshop focuses on the building blocks of personal wealth and homeownership. 

Build English skills in a relaxed, friendly environment, meet other English learners, and practice speaking and listening skills in small groups.

Participate in a yoga experience to stretch the body and soothe the mind.

Enjoy a cup of tea with Cossitt Library - Silent Book Club during National Afternoon Tea Month, as we cozy up with a good book!

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.

One of the longest running book clubs in the MPL system, the Central Readers Club meets regularly on the 2nd Monday evening of each month.

Tech Help was designed to support individuals in building confidence and practical skills for navigating today’s digital world.

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.

The Raleigh Open Studio Lab is a creative drop-in space designed for filmmakers, photographers, and content creators to edit, create, and grow.

The Limits of Perception

April 8-May 13

Wednesdays from 6-7:30 in Meeting Room A

This event focuses on helping individuals explore a variety of simple techniques and tools they can utilize to help reduce stress, build healthier habits, and apply those factors to everyday life.

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.

Join us for our monthly adult book club meeting! 

How to Set Goals, Build a Budget and Save

In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn how to set goals based on your values, build a budget that works for you and save for the future.

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.