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Hollywood Turns 50!

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 6:00pm

Foyer at Hollywood Library

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Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

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Library Branch: Hollywood Library

Room: Foyer

Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Program Type: History/Genealogy, Neighborhood Events

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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.

Hollywood Turns 50!

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 6:00pm

Foyer at Hollywood Library

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Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

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Library Branch: Hollywood Library

Room: Foyer

Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Program Type: History/Genealogy, Neighborhood Events

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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.

Gardening Questions and Answers with Booker T. Leigh

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Program Area at Parkway Village Library

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Adults, Adults-Seniors

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Library Branch: Parkway Village Library

Room: Program Area

Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors

Program Type: Community Information, Gardening, Health & Wellness, Neighborhood Events

Registration Required

Event Details:

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.

Comic Book Club Flyer. Teen drawing her own comic.

Comic Book Creators Club

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Art Studio at CLOUD901

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Teens

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Library Branch: CLOUD901

Room: Art Studio

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: STEAM arts

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50+ Community Safety and Resources Expo

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Library Outdoor Grounds (LEV) at Levi Library

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Library Branch: Levi Library

Room: Library Outdoor Grounds (LEV)

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We encourage our adult customers to come to Levi's first-ever 50+ Community Safety and Resources Expo on April 24, from 1-4 p.m.!

Ladies & Gentlemen of Distinction Book Club @ Levi

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Meeting Room (LEV) at Levi Library

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Adults, Adults-Seniors

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Library Branch: Levi Library

Room: Meeting Room (LEV)

Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors

Program Type: Book Clubs

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Hello Ladies and Gentlemen of Distinction: Please join us on the last Friday of the month for our book club. Thank you for your participation.

Crochet Club

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Teen Innovation Center at Cordova Library

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Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

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Library Branch: Cordova Library

Room: Teen Innovation Center

Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc.

Event Details:

Bring your hooks and your yarn and lets crochet! This club is for begginers wanting to learn how to crochet, and experts that have knowledge to give.

Comic Book Creators Club

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Art Studio at CLOUD901

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Teens

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Library Branch: CLOUD901

Room: Art Studio

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: STEAM arts

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Jewelry Making Workshop

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Meeting Room (OGR) at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library

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Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Open

Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library

Room: Meeting Room (OGR)

Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Allison Conley will host the Creative Maker’s Workshop Jewelry Class. She
will show patrons how to create beautiful jewelry pieces with charms, beads, and vintage upcycle
materials.

Controlling your Diabetes without it Controlling YOU

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm

Large Meeting Room (COR) at Cordova Library

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Adults, Adults-Seniors

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Library Branch: Cordova Library

Room: Large Meeting Room (COR)

Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors

Program Type: Community Information, Cooking and Food, Health & Wellness

Event Details:

Join us at the Cordova Branch Library as we pair with Shelby County UT/TSU Extension Office for the "Take Charge of Diabetes classes!" These informative, interactive sessions are designed to give you with the knowledge and tools needed to ef

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All Day	This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group Take-and-Make Craft All Day Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12) Officer Geoffrey Redd Library This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts, STEAM stem Event Details: See what you can create with our weekly take-home kits. Available in the children's section while supplies last.
	This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group Flutter and Transform: A Butterfly Life Cycle Adventure 2:00pm–2:00pm Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Whitehaven Library This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Whitehaven Library Room: Teen Innovation Center Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Get ready to flutter into a world of transformation and discovery! 🦋 Special Notes Friends of the Library This event made possible by the Friends of the Library. Memphis Library Foundation This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.
10 am	This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group Preschool Storytime 10:15am–11:00am Children (Age 0-4) Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Children (Age 0-4) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Times Event Details: Preschoolers will enjoy an interactive and engaging storytime that is sure to keep them wanting more! Each storytime will include a read-aloud of 2-3 books, movement activities, and more! Special Notes 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-Seniors" group Creative Aging: Beginner Acrylic Painting 10:30am–12:30pm Adults-Seniors Randolph Library This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Randolph Library Room: Meeting Room (RAN) Age Group: Adults-Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: FOR THOSE NEW TO CREATIVE AGING MEMPHIS! This course is open only to those individuals that have never previously participated in any Creative Aging Studio Courses. Special Notes 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 This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Knot Just Yarn: Frayser Crochet Club 10:00am–12:00pm Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Frayser Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Library Branch: Frayser Library Room: Meeting Room B (FRA) Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc. Event Details: 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. 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.
11 am				This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group Musical Story Time! 11:00am–12:00pm Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7) Officer Geoffrey Redd Library This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Room: Meeting Room (OGR) Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Music, Story Times Event Details: Join us for a special edition of Story Time featuring the Magnolia Winds Woodwind Quintet from the University of Memphis! Be ready for songs, stories, and movement!	This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group International Storytime celebrating Pakistan 11:00am–11:45am Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12) Cordova Library This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group Library Branch: Cordova Library Room: Story Time Room Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Times Event Details: Come to the Cordova Branch Library for an International Storytime celebrating the culture and country of Pakistan. Share music, stories, food, crafts and fun. For all ages and no registration is needed.
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3 pm		This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group LEGO Club 3:30pm–4:30pm Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12) Officer Geoffrey Redd Library This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Room: Meeting Room (OGR) Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, STEAM arts, STEAM stem Event Details: Join us for an hour of building, creating, and making new friends!	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Sit-N-Stitch Crochet and Knitting Club 3:00pm–5:00pm Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors East Shelby Library This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Library Branch: East Shelby Library Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Sewing, Needlework, etc. Event Details: Fiber arts creators come together and work on your current project!	This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group Open Art Session 3:30pm–5:00pm Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Randolph Library This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Randolph Library Room: Meeting Room (RAN) Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us for an Open Art Session at Randolph Library This is your chance to explore your artistic talents in a relaxed and fun environment. You can bring some of your own art supplies or use those that we will provide, including: Special Notes 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.
4 pm	This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group Crafternoon 4:00pm–5:00pm Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12) Randolph Library This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Randolph Library Room: Meeting Room (RAN) Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts, STEAM stem Event Details: Kids can come to their Randolph Branch Library after school on Mondays and utilize their creativity with craft making! Special Notes 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 "Children (Age 5-7)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group Paint Party! 4:00pm–5:00pm Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12) South Library This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: South Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts Event Details: Stop by the South Branch on the 2nd Monday of each month for a special painting project! We'll try out different painting materials and techniques to make great pieces of art! 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. This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Tangled in Crafts: Tea Towel Stamping 4:00pm–5:30pm Adults, Adults-Seniors Frayser Library Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Registration Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Frayser Library Room: Meeting Room B (FRA) Age Group: Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gardening, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: 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! 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.	This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group South Branch Storytime 4:00pm–4:45pm Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7) South Library This event is in the "Children (Age 0-4)" group This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: South Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy Instruction, Story Times Event Details: Children will enjoy an interactive and engaging storytime that is sure to keep them wanting more! Each storytime will include a read-aloud of 2-3 books, movement activities, and a craft! 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.	This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group Art & Edible Adventure 4:00pm–6:00pm Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12) Raleigh Library This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group Library Branch: Raleigh Library Room: Kitchen Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts Event Details: Let’s make some art! Grab a seat and unleash your creativity! Hang with your friends, munch on some awesome snacks, and create a masterpiece.

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