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Upcoming Children's Events Listed by Branch
Preschool Story Time
Two sessions 10:15 am and 11:15 am for ages 2-5; registration required.
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Wednesday, May 22, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
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ChildrenPreschool Story Time
Two sessions 10:15 am and 11:15 am for ages 2-5; registration required.
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Thursday, May 23, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
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ChildrenPreschool Story Time
Two sessions 10:15 am and 11:15 am for ages 2-5; registration required.
Date: 
Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
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ChildrenPreschool Story Time
Two sessions 10:15 am and 11:15 am for ages 2-5; registration required.
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Thursday, May 30, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
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ChildrenPreschool Story Time
Two sessions 10:15 am and 11:15 am for ages 2-5; registration required. Call 415-2761.
Date: 
Wednesday, June 5, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
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ChildrenPreschool Story Time
For ages 2-5; registration required. Two sessions 10:15 am and 11:15 am.
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Wednesday, June 5, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
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ChildrenPreschool Story Time
For ages 2-5; registration required; two sessions 10:15 am and 11:15 am.
Date: 
Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
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ChildrenPreschool Story Time
For ages 2-5; registration required; two sessions 10:15 am and 11:15 am.
Date: 
Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
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ChildrenPreschool Story Time
For ages 2-5; registration required; two sessions 10:15 am and 11:15 am.
Date: 
Wednesday, June 26, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
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ChildrenPreschool Story Time
For ages 2-5; registration required; two sessions 10:15 am and 11:15 am.
Date: 
Thursday, June 6, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
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ChildrenPreschool Story Time
For ages 2-5; registration required; two sessions 10:15 am and 11:15 am.
Date: 
Thursday, June 13, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
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ChildrenPreschool Story Time
For ages 2-5; registration required; two sessions 10:15 am and 11:15 am.
Date: 
Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
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ChildrenPreschool Story Time
For ages 2-5; registration required; two sessions 10:15 am and 11:15 am.
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Thursday, June 27, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
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ChildrenDig into Reading
For ages 6-11; two sessions 2:30 pm and 4 pm; registration required.
Date: 
Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 2:30pmLibrary: 
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ChildrenDig into Reading
For ages 6-11; two sessions 2:30 pm and 4 pm; registration required.
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Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 2:30pmLibrary: 
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ChildrenDig into Reading
For ages 6-11; two sessions 2:30 pm and 4 pm; registration required.
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Wednesday, June 26, 2013 - 2:30pmLibrary: 
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ChildrenShoWagon Presentation
All ages.
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Wednesday, June 5, 2013 - 2:00pmLibrary: 
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ChildrenFamily Storytime
Registration required.
Date: 
Tuesday, June 4, 2013 - 6:30pmLibrary: 
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FamilyFamily Storytime
Registration required.
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Tuesday, June 11, 2013 - 6:30pmLibrary: 
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FamilyFamily Storytime
Registration required.
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Tuesday, June 18, 2013 - 6:30pmLibrary: 
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FamilyFamily Storytime
Registration required.
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Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - 6:30pmLibrary: 
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FamilySummer Reading Club Kick-off
Summer Reading Club is the best way for your kids to beat the summer slump. Kids who read over the summer do better when they get back to school.
Date: 
Saturday, June 1, 2013 - 1:00pmLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
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FamilyDig into Reading!
Special programs and guests will present educational and entertaining programs that will encourage your children to read. They'll have so much fun, they won't even realize that they're learning.
Date: 
Tuesday, June 4, 2013 - 1:30pmLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
Special EventsAudience: 
ChildrenDig into Reading
Special programs and guests will present educational and entertaining programs that will encourage your children to read. They'll have so much fun, they won't even realize that they're learning.
Date: 
Tuesday, June 11, 2013 - 1:30pmLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
Special EventsAudience: 
ChildrenDig into Reading!
Special programs and guests will present educational and entertaining programs that will encourage your children to read. They'll have so much fun, they won't even realize that they're learning.
Date: 
Tuesday, June 18, 2013 - 1:30pmLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
Special EventsAudience: 
ChildrenDig into Reading!
Special programs and guests will present educational and entertaining programs that will encourage your children to read. They'll have so much fun, they won't even realize that they're learning.
Date: 
Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - 1:30pmLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
Special EventsAudience: 
ChildrenDig into Reading!
Special programs and guests will present educational and entertaining programs that will encourage your children to read. They'll have so much fun, they won't even realize that they're learning.
Date: 
Thursday, June 6, 2013 - 1:30pmLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
Special EventsAudience: 
ChildrenDig into Reading!
Special programs and guests will present educational and entertaining programs that will encourage your children to read. They'll have so much fun, they won't even realize that they're learning.
Date: 
Thursday, June 13, 2013 - 1:30pmLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
Special EventsAudience: 
ChildrenDig into Reading!
Special programs and guests will present educational and entertaining programs that will encourage your children to read. They'll have so much fun, they won't even realize that they're learning.
Date: 
Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 1:30pmLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
Special EventsAudience: 
ChildrenDig into Reading!
Special programs and guests will present educational and entertaining programs that will encourage your children to read. They'll have so much fun, they won't even realize that they're learning.
Date: 
Thursday, June 27, 2013 - 1:30pmLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
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ChildrenFamily Movie Night
Our Just Kiddin' Around movie series shifts to Wednesday nights during the summer! Come see recent releases in the relaxed atmosphere of the Children's Dept. Story Time Room. We can't advertise ahead what will be showing, but check the poster in the library for each week's offering- absolutely FREE!
Date: 
Wednesday, June 5, 2013 - 5:30pmLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
Special EventsAudience: 
FamilyFamily Movie Night
Our Just Kiddin' Around movie series shifts to Wednesday nights during the summer! Come see recent releases in the relaxed atmosphere of the Children's Dept. Story Time Room. We can't advertise ahead what will be showing, but check the poster in the library for each week's offering- absolutely FREE!
Date: 
Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 5:30pmLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
Special EventsAudience: 
FamilyFamily Movie Night
Our Just Kiddin' Around movie series shifts to Wednesday nights during the summer! Come see recent releases in the relaxed atmosphere of the Children's Dept. Story Time Room. We can't advertise ahead what will be showing, but check the poster in the library for each week's offering- absolutely FREE!
Date: 
Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 5:30pmLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
Special EventsAudience: 
FamilyFamily Movie Night
Our Just Kiddin' Around movie series shifts to Wednesday nights during the summer! Come see recent releases in the relaxed atmosphere of the Children's Dept. Story Time Room. We can't advertise ahead what will be showing, but check the poster in the library for each week's offering- absolutely FREE!
Date: 
Wednesday, June 26, 2013 - 5:30pmLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
Special EventsAudience: 
FamilyShoWagon Presentation
Theater Memphis' talented (and wacky) road troupe brings live theater to children at public libraries system-wide. Using familiar stories and humor, actors help kids discover why "the play's the thing"! Created for children 5-12, all ages will enjoy ShoWagon's spirited performances.
Date: 
Friday, June 7, 2013 - 2:00pmLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
Special EventsAudience: 
ChildrenRonald McDonald Presentation
Yes, THAT Ronald McDonald of burger-fame will be bringing his reasons to read to the library's branches this summer.
Date: 
Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 1:30pmLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
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ChildrenCrafternoon
What's better than a craft program? A program that ties crafts to children's books. Children ages 6-11 listen, read, and chat about books while their busy hands learn a new craft making skill!
Date: 
Monday, May 20, 2013 - 3:30pmLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
Arts and CraftsAudience: 
ChildrenPreschool Story Time
Join Ms. Doris for stories, songs, and fun as she introduces children ages 3-5 to the joy-filled world of children's books. Groups must pre-register by calling 415-2739.
Date: 
Monday, May 20, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
StorytimesAudience: 
ChildrenPreschool Story Time
Join Ms. Doris for stories, songs, and fun as she introduces children ages 3-5 to the joy-filled world of children's books. Groups must pre-register by calling 415-2739.
Date: 
Monday, June 3, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
StorytimesAudience: 
ChildrenPreschool Story Time
Join Ms. Doris for stories, songs, and fun as she introduces children ages 3-5 to the joy-filled world of children's books. Groups must pre-register by calling 415-2739.
Date: 
Monday, June 10, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
StorytimesAudience: 
ChildrenPreschool Story Time
Join Ms. Doris for stories, songs, and fun as she introduces children ages 3-5 to the joy-filled world of children's books. Groups must pre-register by calling 415-2739.
Date: 
Monday, June 17, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
StorytimesAudience: 
ChildrenPreschool Story Time
Join Ms. Doris for stories, songs, and fun as she introduces children ages 3-5 to the joy-filled world of children's books. Groups must pre-register by calling 415-2739.
Date: 
Monday, June 24, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
StorytimesAudience: 
ChildrenPreschool Story Time
Join Ms. Susan for stories, songs, and fun as she introduces children ages 3-5 to the joy-filled world of children's books. Groups must pre-register by calling 415-2739.
Date: 
Thursday, May 23, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
StorytimesAudience: 
ChildrenPreschool Story Time
Join Ms. Susan for stories, songs, and fun as she introduces children ages 3-5 to the joy-filled world of children's books. Groups must pre-register by calling 415-2739.
Date: 
Thursday, May 30, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
StorytimesAudience: 
ChildrenPreschool Story Time
Join Ms. Susan for stories, songs, and fun as she introduces children ages 3-5 to the joy-filled world of children's books. Groups must pre-register by calling 415-2739.
Date: 
Thursday, June 6, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
StorytimesAudience: 
ChildrenPreschool Story Time
Join Ms. Susan for stories, songs, and fun as she introduces children ages 3-5 to the joy-filled world of children's books. Groups must pre-register by calling 415-2739.
Date: 
Thursday, June 13, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
StorytimesAudience: 
ChildrenPreschool Story Time
Join Ms. Susan for stories, songs, and fun as she introduces children ages 3-5 to the joy-filled world of children's books. Groups must pre-register by calling 415-2739.
Date: 
Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
StorytimesAudience: 
ChildrenPreschool Story Time
Join Ms. Susan for stories, songs, and fun as she introduces children ages 3-5 to the joy-filled world of children's books. Groups must pre-register by calling 415-2739.
Date: 
Thursday, June 27, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
StorytimesAudience: 
ChildrenToddler Story Time
Ms. Amy and little guys ages 18 to 36 months talk, sing, read, write, and play to get ready to be readers when they start school. Parents essential- no groups, please.
Date: 
Thursday, May 23, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
StorytimesAudience: 
ChildrenToddler Story Time
Ms. Amy and little guys ages 18 to 36 months talk, sing, read, write, and play to get ready to be readers when they start school. Parents essential- no groups, please.
Date: 
Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
StorytimesAudience: 
ChildrenToddler Story Time
Ms. Amy and little guys ages 18 to 36 months talk, sing, read, write, and play to get ready to be readers when they start school. Parents essential- no groups, please.
Date: 
Wednesday, June 5, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
StorytimesAudience: 
ChildrenToddler Story Time
Ms. Amy and little guys ages 18 to 36 months talk, sing, read, write, and play to get ready to be readers when they start school. Parents essential- no groups, please.
Date: 
Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
StorytimesAudience: 
ChildrenToddler Story Time
Ms. Amy and little guys ages 18 to 36 months talk, sing, read, write, and play to get ready to be readers when they start school. Parents essential- no groups, please.
Date: 
Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
StorytimesAudience: 
ChildrenToddler Story Time
Ms. Amy and little guys ages 18 to 36 months talk, sing, read, write, and play to get ready to be readers when they start school. Parents essential- no groups, please.
Date: 
Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
StorytimesAudience: 
ChildrenToddler Story Time
Ms. Amy and little guys ages 18 to 36 months talk, sing, read, write, and play to get ready to be readers when they start school. Parents essential- no groups, please.
Date: 
Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
StorytimesAudience: 
ChildrenToddler Story Time
Ms. Amy and little guys ages 18 to 36 months talk, sing, read, write, and play to get ready to be readers when they start school. Parents essential- no groups, please.
Date: 
Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
StorytimesAudience: 
ChildrenToddler Story Time
Ms. Amy and little guys ages 18 to 36 months talk, sing, read, write, and play to get ready to be readers when they start school. Parents essential- no groups, please.
Date: 
Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
StorytimesAudience: 
ChildrenToddler Story Time
Ms. Amy and little guys ages 18 to 36 months talk, sing, read, write, and play to get ready to be readers when they start school. Parents essential- no groups, please.
Date: 
Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
StorytimesAudience: 
ChildrenToddler Story Time
Ms. Amy and little guys ages 18 to 36 months talk, sing, read, write, and play to get ready to be readers when they start school. Parents essential- no groups, please.
Date: 
Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
StorytimesAudience: 
ChildrenToddler Story Time
Ms. Amy and little guys ages 18 to 36 months talk, sing, read, write, and play to get ready to be readers when they start school. Parents essential- no groups, please.
Date: 
Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 10:15amLibrary: 
Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryType of Event: 
StorytimesAudience: 
ChildrenThis is a listing of Children's events scheduled for the next 90 days sorted by Branch.
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Bring your gently used books to the nearest Memphis Public Library & Information Center location. Proceeds from Friends of the Library book sales benefit the Memphis Public Library & Information Center.
2013 BOOKSTORE SALES
- April 6-12
- Media
- April 20-26
- Sci-Fi
- Apr 27-May 3
- Mystery
- May 10 & 11
- MAY SALE
- May 13-24
- Fiction
- May 25-31
- Health & Fitness
- June 1-14
- Summer Reading
- June 15-28
- Children's Books
- July 6-12
- Cookbooks
- June 13-26
- Back to School
- June 27- Aug 2
- Media
- Aug 3-9
- Parenting
- Aug 10-17
- Mystery
- Aug 24-31
- Romance
- Sept 7-14
- Religion
- Sept 21-28
- Fiction
- Oct 5-11
- Fantasy/Sci-Fi/Horror
- Oct 12-18
- Cookbook
- Oct 25-26
- Fall Book Sale Oct 25-26
- Nov. 2-15
- Children
- Nov. 16- Dec.21
- Christmas
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