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AAPI Heritage Month Celebration at Memphis Public LibrariesMay is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. The City of Memphis EDI Office, Memphis Public Libraries, and US Citizen and Immigration Services are having an AAPI celebration on May 19 at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library. Wang-Ying Glasgow has worked for Memphis Public Libraries for nearly 30 years. She explains why you should make it a point to attend this year’s celebration.
Posted by Memphis Public Libraries on Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Have you signed up for Explore Memphis? Our summer reading program kick-off is tomorrow! All you have to do is register, read, and you can win prizes! We also have programs and events all summer long!
Posted by Memphis Public Libraries on Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Linc-211 expands service to include licensed social workers on Memphis Public Libraries staffMemphis Public Libraries is expanding its Linc-211 services to include licensed social workers to serve the community better. Two full-time social workers and outreach specialists will be based at five Memphis Public Library Branches around the city. Customers that need assistance can also access services at any Memphis Library location by calling 211 and setting up an appointment at their local library branch. Social Workers and outreach specialists will be at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, Whitehaven, East Shelby, Hollywood, and Raleigh from 10 AM to 6 PM Monday thru Friday. The service is free to anyone who needs assistance. As part of the expanded Linc-211, the Opportunity Youth Program will also be in Memphis Public Libraries. Opportunity Youth targets those between the ages of 16-24. Librarians, outreach specialists, and social workers will use a team approach. They can not only make referrals for the basics, such as housing, food, or healthcare but can also connect youth with educational opportunities, training, and skills to find gainful employment.
Posted by Memphis Public Libraries on Tuesday, April 18, 2023
Friends of the Library BooksaleWe are just 10 days away from the Friends of the Library Spring Booksale. Thousands of books, CDs, DVDs, magazines, comics, and vinyl records for under $3. We talked to the President of the Friends of the Library, Ann Bailey- Mitchell, about the upcoming sale!
Posted by Memphis Public Libraries on Monday, April 10, 2023
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BOOK BUNDLES
Are you missing the ability to browse our shelves for books for your children? Use Book Bundles and we’ll pick out a bundle of books for your child!
COMMERCIAL APPEAL (1847-Present)
Search the local newspaper all the way back to 1847.
DIG MEMPHIS
Check out our online Digital Archives and explore Memphis history through photos and more!
LINC 2-1-1 Community Information
If you are looking for help, or want to provide someone with help, just dial 2-1-1 to reach the community information and referral resources of LINC, the Library Information Center at the Memphis Public Library.
LINKEDIN LEARNING
Formerly known as Lynda.com. Tons of online training courses that are all available online right in your own home! Library card is required! Sign up for a card online today!
MEMPHIS SOUND CONNECTION
Streaming current local music for free. Local musicians: Submit a sample for inclusion.
Libby by OverDrive
Check out E-books and E-AudioBooks through Libby by OverDrive! You can visit the new Libby site or visit the original OverDrive site.
MAGAZINES @ libby
Our magazine collection has moved to Libby! Check out our collection of current and popular magazines.
