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Talented professional artists and musicians play, perform and teach at locations where seniors live and gather. Musical performances and hands-on arts workshops reach diverse audiences, improving participants’ cognitive vitality and emotional well-being, and making arts access a reality.
Library Videos
Santa and his elves jingling down Poplar.Santa and his crew are jingling and jammin' down Poplar Avenue to get ready for their big photo shoot at the Benjamin L Hooks Central Library. If these dancing elves don't get you in the holiday spirit, what will?
Posted by Memphis Public Libraries on Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Graduates get a first look at the Melrose High School building renovationGraduates of the old Melrose High began singing the school song as they got a tour of the renovation of the property. The former school is being transformed into a library and genealogy center, and senior apartments. Phase 1 of construction should be complete in early 2024.
Posted by Memphis Public Libraries on Monday, November 27, 2023
Do you qualify for a discount on your internet?Does your child get a reduced or free lunch? Did you get a Pell Grant this year? Are you on SSI or Medicaid? If so, you may be eligible for a $ 30-a-month discount on your internet. There are many ways to qualify for the discount. Check out the video to see if you are eligible. #AffordableConnectivityProgram
Posted by Memphis Public Libraries on Tuesday, September 5, 2023
Overdue book? Don't worry! Just return it.Did you forget to return your library book? It can happen. Our Urban Fellow Abby Utley made this short film for entertaining and explaining that MPL no longer charges fines for overdue books. Check it out!
Posted by Memphis Public Libraries on Thursday, August 24, 2023
Popular Resources
Start your genealogical journey today!
Have a question you need answered? Or a suggestion for the collection? Start Here!
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!
Search the local newspaper all the way back to 1847.
Check out our online Digital Archives and explore Memphis history through photos and more!
Check out E-books and E-AudioBooks through Libby by OverDrive! You can visit the new Libby site or visit the original OverDrive site.
Memphis Public Libraries lends non-traditional items, too! You can try before you buy, discover a new hobby, or borrow a device you’ll only need to use once. Kits include Camping, Karaoke, Yard Games, Outdoor Movies, and Nature Exploration.
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.
Formerly known as Lynda.com. Tons of online training courses that are all available online right in your own home!
Our magazine collection has moved to Libby! Check out our collection of current and popular magazines.
Streaming current local music for free. Local musicians: Submit a sample for inclusion.
The New York Times digital subscription is available at home!
