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Lights, Camera, Action!

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Whitehaven Library
Meeting Room
Whitehaven Library along with Lily Roze Studios will be hosting a free acting class for students ages 10-16 years of age. Join us on March 20, 2023, and each Monday through April 24, 2023, as we learn, grow and express ourselves through theatre. Spaces are limited so act fast!
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5 Fridays of Jazz

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Lobby Stage
The mission of 5 Fridays of Jazz is to foster community by connecting both enthusiasts of newcomers to the world of jazz. 5 Fridays of Jazz is sponsored by the Memphis Library Foundation and presented in conjunction with the Overton park Shell. 
  • March 31, 2023 - Memphis Black Arts Alliance featuring Joyce Cobb 
  • April 7, 2023 - Michael Townsend 
  • April 14, 2023 - Gritty City Bang Bang featuring Hope Clayburn & Gerald Stephens 
  • April 21, 2023 - Memphis Jazz Workshop
Past events:
  • March 24, 2023 - EKPE and the African Jazz Ensemble 
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First Day of Spring Family Storytime

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
light blue background with "hello spring" written in script and surrounded by colorful flowers
South Library
Children's Area
Family storytimes are a great opportunity for children and caretakers to come together, hear stories, sing songs, and work together on crafts or other activities. As we enjoy the first couple weeks of Spring, we're going to look at some stories that focus on the season.
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Find Your Voice, Songwriting Workshop

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Frayser Library
Meeting Room

What makes a song catchy and memorable? Why do some songs become one-hit wonders while others define an entire generation? When writing a song, is it better to start with the lyrics or the melody? What is the best thing to do when you have writer’s block? We will discuss these questions and more at the Find Your Voice Songwriting Workshop. 


Facilitated by local songwriter Justin Williams, this workshop is for anyone who has an interest in learning and practicing the craft of songwriting.


Note: This class will be a combination of discussion and creative writing, so bring a pen and paper. No instrument required.




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Lights, Camera, Action!

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Whitehaven Library
Meeting Room
Whitehaven Library along with Lily Roze Studios will be hosting a free acting class for students ages 10-16 years of age. Join us on March 20, 2023, and each Monday through April 24, 2023, as we learn, grow and express ourselves through theatre. Spaces are limited so act fast!
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Front Porch - Paul Brock Band - High Powered Music From Ireland

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Lobby
The Paul Brock Band presents "High Powered Music from Ireland"! The band has worked with Grammy award winner Ricky Skaggs many times. The Irish American News praises The Paul Brock Band as "The Traditional Band of the Decade". The show takes place in the library lobby. Light refreshments served. 

The Front Porch Music Series features diverse genres of music for all ages. The series aims to bring people together in an intimate public space to experience the rich variety of cultures and music in Memphis.
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The Paul Brock Band in Concert

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Bartlett Library
Meeting Room

Internationally recognized Irish folk musician Paul Brock and his band are scheduled to appear at the Bartlett Public Library on Wednesday, April 5th at 3:00 PM


The Paul Brock Band features Ireland's most accomplished traditional musicians: Paul Brock on button accordion and melodeon; Denis Carey, acclaimed pianist, composer, and arranger; Jake James, fiddler, percussionist, and dancer; and Brenda Dowling, multi-instrumentalist (Flute, Tin Whistle and Concertina). 


The Paul Brock Band has appeared at leading US venues including the Kennedy Center, Lincoln Center, Grand Ole Opry; and were voted “Best Irish Instrumental Band of the Decade” by the Irish American News.


Join us for a free concert with four of Ireland's leading traditional musicians, the Paul Brock Band. 

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5 Fridays of Jazz

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Lobby Stage
The mission of 5 Fridays of Jazz is to foster community by connecting both enthusiasts of newcomers to the world of jazz. 5 Fridays of Jazz is sponsored by the Memphis Library Foundation and presented in conjunction with the Overton park Shell. 
  • April 7, 2023 - Michael Townsend 
  • April 14, 2023 - Gritty City Bang Bang featuring Hope Clayburn & Gerald Stephens 
  • April 21, 2023 - Memphis Jazz Workshop
Past events:
  • March 24, 2023 - EKPE and the African Jazz Ensemble 
  • March 31, 2023 - Memphis Black Arts Alliance featuring Joyce Cobb 
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Registration is open

Lights, Camera, Action!

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Whitehaven Library
Meeting Room
Whitehaven Library along with Lily Roze Studios will be hosting a free acting class for students ages 10-16 years of age. Join us on March 20, 2023, and each Monday through April 24, 2023, as we learn, grow and express ourselves through theatre. Spaces are limited so act fast!
View More

5 Fridays of Jazz

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Lobby Stage
The mission of 5 Fridays of Jazz is to foster community by connecting both enthusiasts of newcomers to the world of jazz. 5 Fridays of Jazz is sponsored by the Memphis Library Foundation and presented in conjunction with the Overton park Shell. 
  • April 14, 2023 - Gritty City Bang Bang featuring Hope Clayburn & Gerald Stephens 
  • April 21, 2023 - Memphis Jazz Workshop
Past events:
  • March 24, 2023 - EKPE and the African Jazz Ensemble 
  • March 31, 2023 - Memphis Black Arts Alliance featuring Joyce Cobb 
  • April 7, 2023 - Michael Townsend 
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Bugs Family Storytime

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
an assortment of cartoon bugs on a sunny day background
South Library
Children's Area
Family storytimes are a great opportunity for children and caretakers to come together, hear stories, sing songs, and work together on crafts or other activities. This week's theme will be "Bugs," so we'll be learning about different types of bugs and insects.
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Sunday Music at 2 with The Gary Topper Quartet

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Lobby
Join us for a concert to celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month featuring The Gary Topper Quartet with Gerald Stephens, Sylvester Sample, and Mike Assad. This concert is made possible by a generous grant from the Recording Industry's Music Performance Trust Fund and Memphis Local 71, Nathan Nix, President.
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Lights, Camera, Action!

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Whitehaven Library
Meeting Room
Whitehaven Library along with Lily Roze Studios will be hosting a free acting class for students ages 10-16 years of age. Join us on March 20, 2023, and each Monday through April 24, 2023, as we learn, grow and express ourselves through theatre. Spaces are limited so act fast!
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5 Fridays of Jazz

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Lobby Stage
The mission of 5 Fridays of Jazz is to foster community by connecting both enthusiasts of newcomers to the world of jazz. 5 Fridays of Jazz is sponsored by the Memphis Library Foundation and presented in conjunction with the Overton park Shell. 
  • April 21, 2023 - Memphis Jazz Workshop
Past events:
  • March 24, 2023 - EKPE and the African Jazz Ensemble 
  • March 31, 2023 - Memphis Black Arts Alliance featuring Joyce Cobb 
  • April 7, 2023 - Michael Townsend 
  • April 14, 2023 - Gritty City Bang Bang featuring Hope Clayburn & Gerald Stephens 
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Registration begins 4/15/2023 at 9:00 AM

Bartlett Public Library With The HeartBeat-Latidos Community Project Presents "Recycled Musical Instruments"

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Bartlett Library
Meeting Room
Learn about the use of recycled musical instrument in a journey from Africa to Latin America & make your own recycled musical instrument and join the drum circle!
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Lights, Camera, Action!

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Whitehaven Library
Meeting Room
Whitehaven Library along with Lily Roze Studios will be hosting a free acting class for students ages 10-16 years of age. Join us on March 20, 2023, and each Monday through April 24, 2023, as we learn, grow and express ourselves through theatre. Spaces are limited so act fast!
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