Memphis Libraries

Last week we were back at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library for the 2025 Zine Workshop with Memphis Public Libraries! 🖍📚 Teens explored storytelling through art and writing, each creating their own zine. To keep the creativity flowing, we donated guides and materials for each participant, so they can keep making, reading, and expressing themselves beyond the workshop. 🌟 What is a zine you may be asking? A small, self-published booklet or magazine, often created by individuals or small groups. #ReadToAchieve

The 2025 Spring Book Sale opens to the public TODAY! Grab your bags, boxes, whatever you need to carry the best book deals in town! 🦋Books (hardback, paperback, cookbooks, and more!) 🦋CDs 🦋DVDs 🦋Vinyl records #SpringBookSale #MemphisPublicLibraries #StartHere

We're just days away from the 2025 Spring Book Sale! Friends of the Memphis Library will help you fill your shelves! 🦋Books (hardback, paperback, cookbooks, and more!) 🦋CDs 🦋DVDs 🦋Vinyl records #SpringBookSale #MemphisPublicLibraries #StartHere

The Memphis Tigers gave it their all this season, and while the final score didn’t go our way, there’s so much to be proud of. Their heart, dedication, and resilience were on full display, and they made this city proud every step of the way.

UPDATE: Our Raleigh branch will close at noon due to HVAC issues. We apologize for any inconvenience.

The Officer Geoffrey Redd branch will be closed today due to HVAC issues. We apologize for any inconvenience. #OfficerGeoffreyRedd #MemphisPublicLibraries #StartHere

Enjoy the snow, Memphis! I stepped outside with my family for a quick moment to take it all in and reflect on how proud I am of our crews. They’ve been working tirelessly to clear roads and keep our city moving safely. Do your part, too—check on your neighbors and make sure everyone stays safe and warm. We’ve got this, Memphis!

Snow is falling, and the roads are slick ,drive with care, and don’t be quick! ❄️🚗 #memphispolicedepartment #bestinblue #snowday #bestinblue

❄️SATURDAY UPDATE❄️ We will open four branches from Noon-4 p.m. Please stay safe and warm! #WinterWeather #MemphisPublicLibraries #StartHere

We are opening four branches today from 10a.m. - 4p.m. #winterweather #memphispubliclibraries #starthere

Games Galore!! #GamesGalore #MemphisPublicLibraries #StartHere

We're so full! We need one more day off to recover, then we'll kick off the holiday season right! See you Saturday!! 🎄 #HappyHolidays #MemphisPublicLibraries #StartHere

From our library family to yours, Happy Thanksgiving! We are thankful for you every day! Our branches are closed today and Friday, but we can't wait to see you Saturday! 🧡💛🤎 #HappyThanksgiving #MemphisPublicLibraries #StartHere

The Dekalb, Sumner County Clerk, @DavidsonClerk, @NowatNPL Goodlettsville, @MtJulietCity, Linebaugh Public Library, AAA Cool Springs, Benjamin L. Hooks @MEM_Library and @germantowntenn kiosks are closing this week for an equipment upgrade. All closures: tn.gov/safety/driver-…

We're proud to be part of this fabulous fashion event! shorturl.at/ISfRU

“By trusting teens, allowing them to take equipment out of the library, and giving them agency in choosing film subjects, library staff acknowledge the value of teen culture and identity.” CLA Blog - @indiememphis Youth Film Festival & @MEM_Library Unite connectedlearning.news/cla071024

She was arrested numerous times for participating in sit-ins, starting in March 1960 when she and others demanded access to library books. dailymemphian.com/article/47934