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Financial Literacy: Wealth Sharing to Change Your Financial Future

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Ella Bess Austin Library
Program Type:
Class/Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

This program is designed to teach others how to change their financial future in easy steps. Please call the Terry Library at 601-878-5336 to register for this weekly program.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Spanish Immersion Class Part 2

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Margaret Walker Alexander Library
Program Type:
Class/Workshop
Age Group:
Everyone

Have you always wanted to learn a foreign language but didnโ€™t know where to start?
Join us every Tuesday and Thursday as we begin the journey together!

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Afro-bics Fitness Class

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Margaret Walker Alexander Library - Meeting Room at Margaret Walker Alexander Library
Program Type:
Class/Workshop, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us for a fun, culturally enriching, and exhilarating fitness journey! Weโ€™ll use traditional African rhythms and dance to elevate your workout and energize your spirit. Live drumming will be incorporated when available.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Stitch & Fix Drop-In

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 9:00am - 4:30pm
Bolden/Moore Library
Age Group:
Everyone

Have a sewing project you've been meaning to finish?  Need access to a machine? Drop in and use our sewing stations. Bring your own materials - we'll provide the machines and a welcoming space. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Fantastic Friday Story time

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Medgar Evers Library - Meeting Room at Medgar Evers Library
Program Type:
Storytime/Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

๐ŸŒŸ Fantastic Friday Story Time! ๐ŸŒŸ

๐Ÿ“ Medgar Evers Library
๐Ÿ•™ Fridays at 10 AM

Join us for a morning full of wonder and creativity!
โœจ Story Readings
๐ŸŽจ Crafts
๐ŸŽ‰ Tons of Fun for Kids and Families!

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Friday Fun Day "Games"

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Beverly J. Brown Library
Age Group:
Everyone

This is a new spin on Friday Fun Day. We will have scheduled theme for each week. Come see us!

This event is in the "Everyone" group

1 on 1 Computer Session

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Medgar Evers Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Everyone

A librarian leads the participant in a one on one instruction session in computer/internet use.

This event is in the "Children" group

Free Afterschool Tutoring

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Willie Morris Library
Program Type:
Club/Small Group Activity
Age Group:
Children

Tutors from Jackson Academy work with K-5 students in reading, math, and other subjects as needed.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

The Kings Court! Chess Lessons

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Medgar Evers Library - Meeting Room at Medgar Evers Library
Program Type:
Class/Workshop, Club/Small Group Activity
Age Group:
Everyone

Free lessons in the fun, exciting, and stimulating game of chess. Beginners are welcome. All skill levels are welcome. Join us and embark on your journey to learn the strategies and tactics to win. 

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Let's Go Retro! Gaming Club

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Medgar Evers Library
Program Type:
Club/Small Group Activity
Age Group:
Everyone

Come play some retro video games! We even have board games and card games! All ages are welcome. 

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Web Learning Courses: Front End Web Development

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Medgar Evers Library - Meeting Room at Medgar Evers Library
Program Type:
Class/Workshop
Age Group:
Everyone

๐Ÿ’ป Web Learning Courses: Front-End Web Development at Medgar Evers Library!

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Rhythm & Rows Line Dance Class

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Outside The Meeting Room at Margaret Walker Alexander Library
Program Type:
Class/Workshop, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Everyone

The M.W. Alexander Library is excited to announce a partnership with Chantal Taylor to offer a new class: Line Dancing! Line dancing is a fun and effective form of exercise.

This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Reading and Rhythm

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 9:30pm - 10:30pm
Quisenberry Library
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children

Adults with preschoolers - join us on Fridays for Reading and Rhythm where everyone gets up and moving!

Friday mornings at 9:30 beginning March 20th.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Crochet Class

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Alexander Area at Margaret Walker Alexander Library
Program Type:
Class/Workshop
Age Group:
Everyone

Would you like to wear something fashion forward, chic and unique that you created by hand?..How about an afghan, a fedora, a simple hat and gloves or create simple crafts? Then this is the creative opportunity for you!

This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Storytime at Willie Morris

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Willie Morris Library
Program Type:
Storytime/Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Toddlers, Children, Adults

Enjoy fun stories based on weekly themes and complete fun crafts each Wednesday and Saturday.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Art Class

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Willie Morris Library
Program Type:
Club/Small Group Activity, Storytime/Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone

Enjoy creating art and painting.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Sewing Class for Beginners

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Outside The Meeting Room at Margaret Walker Alexander Library
Program Type:
Class/Workshop, Other
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us for an afternoon of sewing...no matter what your skill level, you can learn an important life skill that will allow you to create your own style or simply use fabric as functional art. We meet every Saturday at 1pm.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

The Great Egg Drop Challenge

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Quisenberry Library
Program Type:
S.T.R.E.A.M
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Come craft egg-stra protection for your egg using basic materials and see if you can keep your egg from smashing!

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Comic Book Club

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Medgar Evers Library - Meeting Room at Medgar Evers Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Class/Workshop, Club/Small Group Activity
Age Group:
Everyone
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

April's Murder Mystery

All Day
Quisenberry Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

S T O P  B Y  T H E  Q U I S E N B E R R Y
C I R C U L A T I O N  D E S K  T O  P I C K U P
T H E  E V I D E N C E  A N D  S E E  I F  Y O U

This event is in the "Everyone" group

A Wall of Gratitude, A World of Connection

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Fannie Lou Hamer Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Everyone

The Hamer Gratitude Wall is a vibrant space where all ages can share appreciation, celebrate kindness, and strengthen community connections.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Stitch & Fix Drop-In

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 9:00am - 4:30pm
Bolden/Moore Library
Age Group:
Everyone

Have a sewing project you've been meaning to finish?  Need access to a machine? Drop in and use our sewing stations. Bring your own materials - we'll provide the machines and a welcoming space. 

Upcoming
Registration Required