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Comic Book Club Flyer. Teen drawing her own comic.

Comic Book Creators Club

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

Art Studio at CLOUD901

Age Group:

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

Age Group:

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

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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

Age Group:

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

Make it for Mom!

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Teen Innovation Center at Cordova Library

Age Group:

Teens

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Library Branch: Cordova Library

Room: Teen Innovation Center

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holidays

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Join us at the Teen Innovation Center to make a Mother's Day gift for the Mom in your life. Gift ideas will vary and teens will have multiple options to choose from to make the perfect gift for mom.

A New Hope: Star Wars Day Family Celebration!

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Children's Program Room at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

Age Group:

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

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Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

Room: Children's Program Room

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

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Times

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Join Us for an Out-of-This-World Star Wars Day Celebration!

Calling all Jedi and Sith families! Get ready to embark on an epic adventure at the main library!

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flyer for functional reach featuring images of two cartoon people running/walking

Functional Reach, Sit and Stand Screenings for Seniors

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm

Meeting Room (RAL) at Raleigh Library

Age Group:

Adults-Seniors

Open

Library Branch: Raleigh Library

Room: Meeting Room (RAL)

Age Group: Adults-Seniors

Program Type: Community Information, Health & Wellness

Registration Required

Event Details:

Presented by Methodist North Hospital Certified Professional, this class is an assessment of evaluating different aspects of physical functions, particularly in older adults and those with mobility limitations.

Improving credit and managing debt

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Meeting Room (OGR) at Officer Geoffrey Redd Library

Age Group:

Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Open

Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library

Room: Meeting Room (OGR)

Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors

Program Type: Personal Finance

Registration Required

Event Details:

In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn how to improve your credit and better manage any debt you may have, including building a positive credit history, reducing your credit utilization, and dealing with delinquent debts.

Controlilng your Diabetes without it Controlling YOU

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm

Large Meeting Room (COR) at Cordova Library

Age Group:

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:

How To Take Care of House Plants with Booker T Leigh

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Program Area at Parkway Village Library

Age Group:

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, Neighborhood Events

Event Details:

Come join in to learn how to successfully care for your house plants. With 30+ years of horticulture experience, Mr. Leigh can answer any of your big and small gardening questions.

Levi Library's 7th Annual Community Fest

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Library Outdoor Grounds (LEV) at Levi Library

Age Group:

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

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Library Branch: Levi Library

Room: Library Outdoor Grounds (LEV)

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

Event Details:

Come and join us at Levi!

There will be family fun, food, outdoor games and activities such as arts and crafts, a puppet show, live entertainment, door prizes and much more!

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1 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Mah Jong Club 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults Officer Geoffrey Redd Library This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Room: Meeting Room (OGR) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Games Event Details: 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.
2 pm				This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Fun Thursday Bingo 2:00pm–3:00pm Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors South 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: South Library Room: Meeting Room (SOU) Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Games Event Details: Come join our monthly Thursday Bingo! This is where the fun games begin with great prizes for all our winners and a great time no matter what. Special Notes Friends of the Library This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.	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 This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Chess Club @ OGR 2:30pm–4:30pm Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Officer Geoffrey Redd Library 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 This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Room: Meeting Room (OGR) Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Games Event Details: Join us for two-hours of casual chess. Players of all levels and ages welcome. Participation is first come, first served as space allows. 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 Play & Trade Day 2:30pm–4:00pm Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12) Officer Geoffrey Redd Library This event is in the "Children (Age 5-7)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library Room: Meeting Room (OGR) Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12) Program Type: Games Event Details: Spend your Saturday at the library! Bring your favorite trading cards or board games so you can make new friends, learn new games, and have a blast! Games also provided by the library.
3 pm		This event is in the "Teens" group Party Knowledge Games Series 3:30pm–5:00pm Teens CLOUD901 This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: CLOUD901 Room: Performance Stage Age Group: Teens Program Type: Computers and Technology, Cultural Awareness, Games Event Details: Compete with and against your peers in a variety of party games that test your knowledge of Geography, Culture, News, and a wide range of other topics including GeoGuessr, Wikipedia Speedruns, Globle, and some of our own creations!	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 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 "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group Dummies and Dragons 3:30pm–5:30pm 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: Games Event Details: Do you like Dungeons and Dragons but don't know how to play? Great, neither do we! Come play a chaotic game where no one knows the rules but still have to win battles against unknown foes. 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 Sp8ce Launch: Mental Health Center for Teens 3:45pm–5:00pm Teens Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Registration Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Registration Closed Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: 3rd Floor - Teen SP8CE Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, College Preparation, Games, Health & Wellness, STEAM arts Registration Required Event Details: Sp8ce is ready for lift off! Join us for the launch of Sp8ce, a pop-up mental health hangout for teens created and operated by Central Library’s Youth Council. 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.
4 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 This event is in the "Teens" group Weekday Wind Down 4:00pm–5:00pm Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens North 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 Library Branch: North Library Room: Meeting Room (NOR) Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games Event Details: A time set aside for children aged 11 to 17 to enjoy time away from the computers to talk to each other, get to know their librarians, and enjoy some snacks.	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 Weekday Wind Down 4:00pm–5:00pm Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens North 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 Library Branch: North Library Room: Meeting Room (NOR) Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games Event Details: A time set aside for children aged 11 to 17 to enjoy time away from the computers to talk to each other, get to know their librarians, and enjoy some snacks.	This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group Pokémon Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Tweens (Age 8-12) Orange Mound Library This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group Library Branch: Orange Mound Library Room: Meeting Room A (OM) Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12) Program Type: Games Event Details: Join us every Wednesday for Pokémon Club! Whether you’re brand new or already battling with friends, this is the perfect place to learn how to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game, practice your skills, and have fun. 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 Weekday Wind Down 4:00pm–5:00pm Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens North 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 Library Branch: North Library Room: Meeting Room (NOR) Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games Event Details: A time set aside for children aged 11 to 17 to enjoy time away from the computers to talk to each other, get to know their librarians, and enjoy some snacks.	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 Imagine, Build, Share: Lego Thursdays @ South 4:00pm–4:45pm Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens South Library 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 Library Branch: South Library Age Group: Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Program Type: Games Event Details: Imagine! Build! Share! Join us at South each Thursday at 4pm to build amazing Lego creations to be displayed and added to our growing archive of builds! 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 Weekday Wind Down 4:00pm–5:00pm Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens North 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 Library Branch: North Library Room: Meeting Room (NOR) Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games Event Details: A time set aside for children aged 11 to 17 to enjoy time away from the computers to talk to each other, get to know their librarians, and enjoy some snacks.	This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group Nintendo Switch Game Night 4:00pm–5:00pm Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Raleigh Library This event is in the "Tweens (Age 8-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Raleigh Library Room: Teen Innovation Center Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Program Type: Games Event Details: Calling all gamers! Flex your skills and go head-to-head with other gamers at Raleigh's Nintendo Switch Game Night. We'll have the classics if you're feeling nostalgic, as well as some newer fan favorites. Special Notes Memphis Library Foundation This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation. 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 Weekday Wind Down 4:00pm–5:00pm Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens North 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 Library Branch: North Library Room: Meeting Room (NOR) Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games Event Details: A time set aside for children aged 11 to 17 to enjoy time away from the computers to talk to each other, get to know their librarians, and enjoy some snacks.
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6 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 This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Long Live the King!-Chess Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Benjamin L. Hooks Central 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 This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults-Seniors" group Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library Room: Lobby Age Group: Children (Age 0-4), Children (Age 5-7), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults, Adults-Seniors Program Type: Games Event Details: 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. 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.

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