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Writings on the Wall

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Cordova Library
Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Poetry and Writing
Event Details:
Please join us for the Writings on the Wall art and poetry program. Come in to the Teen Innovation Center and grab paper, pens, markers and crayons and create your own art or poetry piece. Art and poetry will be laminated and displayed on the walls o...

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Friends of the Library

This event made possible by the Friends of the Library.

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Poet-Tree

04/02/2024 @ 9:00am - 04/30/2024 @ 5:00pm
Randolph Library
Library Branch: Randolph Library
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5), Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Poetry and Writing
Event Details:
Come to Randolph and celebrate National Poetry Month! Kids of all ages can come in and add their own poem to our Poetry Tree!...

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Friends of the Library

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Youth Appreciation Week

04/15/2024 @ 2:00pm - 04/20/2024 @ 4:30pm
Whitehaven Library
Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Music, Poetry and Writing
Event Details:
You are appreciated! Join us to celebrate and appreciate youth for all they do at the libraries with fun activities and treats every day this week....

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Friends of the Library

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Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

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Dummies & Dragons

3:30am - 4:30pm
Randolph Library
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Randolph Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games, Theater
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
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. There will be a class before the campaign so everyone can lea...

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Friends of the Library

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Aerobics Class at Raleigh

10:00am - 11:00am
Raleigh Library
Library Branch: Raleigh Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Join us for a fun aerobic class with Linda Epps. It's a great way to have fun exercising while allowing you to stretch, and improve flexibility, muscular strength, and cardiovascular fitness. ...

MALS Family Centered Legal Solutions - Legal Clinic

10:00am - 12:00pm
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Library Branch: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Room: 3rd Floor Study Room #1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Legal Assistance
Event Details:
MALS, through the Tennessee Alliance for Legal Services, presents a new grant partnership with the Tennessee Department of Human Services to provide more access to free, civil legal services for families and children throughout Tennessee.Family Cente...

Story Time

10:30am - 11:15am
Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Library Branch: Officer Geoffrey Redd Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5)
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:
Join us at OGR Library at the corner of Poplar and White Station for stories, songs, movement, and more!  ...

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Moving and Grooving with Michaela

10:30am - 11:30am
Hollywood Library
Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Come join us at Hollywood! Move and groove with Michaela as you do low impact line dance steps. Have fun with the community and step to the music!...

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Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

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Storytime

11:00am - 11:45am
Cordova Library
Library Branch: Cordova Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: Children (Age 0-5)
Program Type: Story Times
Event Details:
Come to the Cordova Branch Library for Storytime.  Share stories, songs and crafts.This week's theme: ElephantsFor all ages and no registration is needed....

SIP AND PAINT ART CLASS

11:00am - 12:30pm
Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Neighborhood Events
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
Relax, Create, and Connect at our Library's Sip & Paint Event....

Basic Adult Computer Class

12:00pm - 1:00pm
North Library
Library Branch: North Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Event Details:
Want to learn computers? Join this class and learn:What is a computer and its partsHow to use a keyboard, mouse, and touch padHow to use operating system and applicationsHow to connect to the internet and browse the webNo experience or knowledge need...

The Art of Healthy Cooking

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Levi Library
Library Branch: Levi Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Come and join Levi's artistry of preparing short, healthy meals that will wake up your taste buds! You will have an opportunity to prepare individual delicious meals with our experienced instructor Lauren C. Wells from UT/TSU Extension of Shelby Coun...

Power Hour

12:30pm - 5:00pm
Levi Library
Library Branch: Levi Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Looking for a way to set healthy goals or start an exercise routine? Join us at Levi as we move and groove with modern, easy to use equipment. Your choice, Your Pace! ...

Be Good to Your Gut/Cooking Demo and Sampling with Cymone Merritt

12:45pm - 2:45pm
Cherokee Library
Library Branch: Cherokee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking and Food, Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Watch a cooking demonstration and sample food that is not only delicious but good for your gut.  Sponsored by the UT Extension Program....

Teen Advisory Board

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Bartlett Library
Library Branch: Bartlett Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Information, Literacy Instruction, Neighborhood Events
Event Details:
Bartlett Teens! This is your chance to have your voice heard about the Library's programming. The Board meets every week to discuss ideas, make plans, and just relax. You earn service hours with attendance, and will learn what it's like to organize a...

Chronic Disease Self Management Program

3:00pm - 5:30pm
Cherokee Library
Library Branch: Cherokee Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Information, Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Methodist is offering free health education classes for people who have chronic diseases.  Caretakers are also eligible to attend, with or without their patient.They will discuss techniques to help manage symptoms of chronic diseases, such as ca...

Maker Thursday for Children: Spring DIY Coasters

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Frayser Library
Library Branch: Frayser Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Age 6-8), Tweens (Age 8-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM arts
Event Details:
Children will use their creativity to paint spring-inspired coasters to give as a gift or keep for themselves! ...

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TANL: Personalized Journals (Session One)

4:00pm - 4:45pm
CLOUD901
Open
Registration
Library Branch: CLOUD901
Room: Lounge
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:
TURNING A NEW LEAF: A Mental Health Series for TeensTurn over a new leaf and come to a series of programs designed to help teens de-stress, defeat procrastination, and put their mental health first in the final stretch before school ends. This p...

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Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

CodeCrafters: Intro to Web Development

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hollywood Library
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Hollywood Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens (Age 8-12), Teens
Program Type: Computers and Technology, STEAM stem
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:
Do you love Roblox? Are you interested in learning how to code? We have just the class for you! Calling all tweens and teens between ages 12-16 let's learn how to code with CodeCrafters. This comprehensive course is designed to provide students with ...

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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.

Photograph Notice

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Teen Game Day

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Whitehaven Library
Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Teen Innovation Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:
Join us at the library for a gaming showdown! Challenge your friends in epic battles of Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros, and more. Step into the game zone and claim the title of best gamer around! ...

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.

Photograph Notice

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English Coffee and Conversations

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Cordova Library
Library Branch: Cordova Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Citizenship/ESL
Event Details:
Build English skills in a relaxed, friendly environment, meet other English learners, and practice speaking and listening skills in small groups. Discussions are led by a native English speaker, and all skill levels are welcome to come. This is ...

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.

TANL: Personalized Journals (Session Two)

4:45pm - 5:30pm
CLOUD901
Open
Registration
Library Branch: CLOUD901
Room: Lounge
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:
TURNING A NEW LEAF: A Mental Health Series for TeensTurn over a new leaf and come to a series of programs designed to help teens de-stress, defeat procrastination, and put their mental health first in the final stretch before school ends. This p...

Special Notes

Memphis Library Foundation

This event made possible by the Memphis Library Foundation.

Marketing & Promotions for Podcasting

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Cossitt Library
Library Branch: Cossitt Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Job and Career
Event Details:
Join us for an immersive workshop focused on unlocking the potential of your podcast through effective marketing and promotional strategies. Whether you're a seasoned podcaster looking to elevate your reach or a newcomer eager to learn the ropes, thi...

Beginning Spanish

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Whitehaven Library
Library Branch: Whitehaven Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cultural Awareness, Language Classes
Event Details:
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. We promise to be gentle and to make sure every...