There are 36 article(s) tagged Memphis Public Libraries:

• May 2025

  • With new library, ‘Frayser’s got it going on’

    The new Frayser branch library opened Thursday, May 15, to a standing-room-only crowd of more than 100 people at 2220 James Road, replacing the city’s smallest branch library farther north in Frayser.

    By Bill Dries May 15, 2025

• April 2025

  • Cossitt Library marks 132 years on Memphis riverfront

    Memphis Public Libraries marked the 1893 opening of the Cossitt on Saturday, April 12, with discussions of the history about public libraries in the city that touched on racial segregation and more.

    By Bill Dries April 15, 2025

• August 2024

  • Groups brainstorm about how to expand Memphis Central Library

    The Memphis Library Foundation wrapped up a series of brainstorming sessions Friday, Aug. 23, at the Central Library meeting rooms that are the center of the discussion about an expansion of the library.

    By Bill Dries August 24, 2024

• February 2024

  • Officials hoping for smooth Bartlett Library transition

    Bartlett Library users will receive new City of Bartlett Library cards beginning July 1, as the city splits from the Memphis Public Libraries system.

    By Michael Waddell February 25, 2024

• January 2024

  • Bartlett opts to sever ties with Memphis library system

    After years of staying with the Memphis library system, Bartlett chose this week to go with a private management company.

    By Michael Waddell January 10, 2024

• December 2023

  • Library officially dedicated to fallen officer

    “The sign we unveil today will serve as a constant reminder of Officer Redd’s sacrifice in his unwavering commitment to the safety and well being of others,” Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland said. 

    By Julia Baker December 21, 2023

  • Bartlett library considers severing connection with Memphis system

    The City of Bartlett is considering switching management of its branch library, the last of the suburbs in Shelby County still connected to the Memphis Public Libraries.

    By Michael Waddell December 13, 2023

• August 2023

  • Library calls it the ‘Joy Collection’ for good reason

    Library of Things adds experiences, fun list of resources available with library card — starting with kits for camping, movie nights and karaoke. 

    By Jane Roberts August 18, 2023

• July 2023

  • Back-to-school giveaways begin Saturday

    As the first day of school and tax-free weekend approach, organizations, including the Memphis Police Department and Memphis Public Libraries, are helping students prepare with free school supplies.

    By Alicia Davidson July 28, 2023

• May 2023

  • From cooking to jookin’: A look at library classes around the city

    There’s a lot to take advantage of at neighborhood library branches in the next few months. Here’s a look at some classes.

    By Jada Ojii May 29, 2023

  • Memphis Public Libraries officials say fines not worth the time

    Memphis Public Libraries did away with monetary fines in November 2019, and library leaders say that is here to stay.

    By Alicia Davidson May 07, 2023

  • A. Schwab digital scavenger hunt brings basement archives to life

    To celebrate digitizing nearly 5,000 items from its basement archives, A. Schwab created an online scavenger hunt.

    By Alicia Davidson May 05, 2023

• March 2023

  • Poplar-White Station Library reopens

    The library had been closed since Feb. 2, when Memphis Police Department officer Geoffrey Redd was shot there.

    By Julia Baker March 13, 2023

• February 2023

  • Female professionals cite mentorship and core values as keys to success

    During the Women and Business seminar hosted by The Daily Memphian, Thursday, Feb. 16, the three panelists agreed that good mentors are key to being successful, no matter the industry or field. 

    By Christin Yates February 18, 2023

• November 2022

  • Frayser library branch goes from city’s smallest to ‘a design for future libraries’

    City leaders broke ground Thursday, Nov. 3, on a new 20,000-square-foot Frayser Branch Library on James Road that replaces the existing 60-year-old facility.

    By Bill Dries November 03, 2022

• October 2022

  • Bookworms unite! Benjamin L. Hooks Library hosts fall book sale

    Memphis Public Libraries book sales help raise funds for the library while also offering great deals on used books to eager shoppers. 

    By Alicia Davidson October 28, 2022

• July 2022

  • Memphis Libraries Health Fair brings resources, food and fun to local seniors

    A variety of free services for seniors were offered, ranging from health care, mobility aid and literacy resources to mental health counseling and physical fitness classes.

    By Alicia Davidson July 22, 2022

• June 2022

  • New Frayser library to be completed by end of 2023

    Memphis Public Libraries Director Keenon McCloy did not give a figure for the price of the contract, but may cost about $12 million.

    By Daja E. Henry June 27, 2022

  • Raleigh Library to host community pop-up shop

    “I’m really excited about people being able to come here and see what Raleigh has to offer because this is such a beautiful space,” said Vendor Pop Ups owner Andrea Boykins.

    By Alicia Davidson June 22, 2022

  • Memphis libraries add outdoor festivals to summer reading program

    The Memphis Library Foundation and Memphis Public Libraries have added something new to their annual summer literacy program: outdoor festivals at five branch libraries.

    By Mikayla Higgins June 03, 2022

• September 2021

  • Memphis Public Library promotes Black history library cards

    September is Library Card Sign Up month, and Memphis Public Libraries is promoting its special edition Black history library cards, which were designed by contestants earlier this year. 

    By Julia Baker September 22, 2021

• June 2021

  • Despite no construction date, Frayser library still brings excitement

    The current Frayser library, located at 3712 Argonne Street, has been a community staple for more than 50 years. While it’s been important for allowing children and adults alike for book access and computer use, it’s also a vital community space for the neighborhood.

    By Omer Yusuf June 16, 2021

  • How the library system thrived in the pandemic

    Director Keenon McCloy discusses the tens of thousands of calls the Memphis Public Libraries receives gets each year that have nothing to do with books. 

    By Eric Barnes June 10, 2021

• May 2021

  • Memphis Public Libraries awarded second national medal

    The honor marks the second medal for the Memphis library system. The first was in 2007, making Memphis Public Libraries the first ever two-time recipient of the award.

    By Bill Dries May 25, 2021

• February 2021

  • The short life and long legacy of Memphis Mardi Gras

    For a while, the good times rolled when Memphis had its own Mardi Gras. Then Yellow Fever happened. This year, as the pandemic takes a toll on Fat Tuesday, we look at 1870s images that recall a citywide celebration.

    By Bill Dries February 22, 2021