Mr. - Memphis Public Library and Information Center

CITY OF MEMPHIS LEADERSHIP 

FOUNDATION FOR THE LIBRARY BOARD 

FRIENDS OF MEMPHIS PUBLIC LIBRARIES 

The Honorable Willie W. Herenton 

Mayor, City of Memphis 

Dr. E. Charles Leonard 

Foundation Chair 

Mr. Curtis Dillihunt 

Nominating Secretary 

Larry Cannon 

President 

Peter McNeal 

Vice-President 

Kathy Cooter 

Secretary 

Alethea Bragg 

Treasurer 

DISTRICT 1 

E.C. Jones 

DISTRICT 2 

Brent Taylor 

Keenon McCloy 

Director, Public Services & Neighborhoods Division 

DISTRICT 3 

Madeline Cooper Taylor 

DISTRICT 4 

Dedrick Brittenum, Jr. 

DISTRICT 5 

Carol Chumney 

CITY COUNCIL 

DISTRICT 6 

Edmund Ford 

DISTRICT 7 

Barbara Swearengen Ware 

DISTRICT 8 

Position 1 – Joe Brown 

Position 2 – Henry Hooper 

Position 3 – Myron Lowery 

DISTRICT 9 

Position 1 – Scott McCormick 

Position 2 – Tom Marshall 

Position 3 – Jack Sammons 

Ms. Judith A. Drescher 

Foundation President 

Ms. Suki Carson 

Foundation Vice-Chair 

Mr. Jack A. Belz 

Mr. Pat Carter 

Mr. Leslie S. Dale 

Dr. Benjamin L. Hooks 

Mr. John Paul Jones 

Mr. Herman Morris 

Mrs. Nancy Morris 

Mr. Charles Newman 

BOARD MEMBERS 

Mr. Wayne W. Pyeatt 

Foundation Treasurer 

Mr. Chuck Newell 

Mr. Herb O’Mell 

Ms. Honey Scheidt 

Ms. Katherine Hinds Smythe 

Mr. Henry Stokes 

Mr. John W. Stokes, Jr. 

Mr. Larry Cannon 

Friends of the Library, President 

Phoebe M. Copeland 

Lester F. Gingold 

Jane Adkins 

Robert Cooter 

Sherman Dixon 

Susan Erdman 

CHEROKEE 

Angie Hawkins 

CORDOVA 

Jane Carter 

COSSITT 

Peter McNeal 

FRAYSER 

Robert Roberts 

PAST PRESIDENTS 

Martha A. Little 

Frances W. Manley 

Rita Satterfield 

MEMBERS 

Julia L. Gaskill 

Barbara Lindstrom 

Dr. Ramona Mahood 

Margaret Montgomery 

BRANCH REPRESENTATIVES 

LEVI 

Donna Williamson 

NORTH 

Don Crawford 

PARKWAY VILLAGE 

Phyllis Black 

Janette Vaught 

George T. Wilson 

Guy Rowland 

Kay Rowland 

Nancy Stegman 

Kay Veazey 

POPLAR-WHITE STATION 

Curtis N. White 

RALEIGH 

Cynthia Hawes 

RANDOLPH 

Dorothy Birdsong 

WHITEHAVEN 

Tomeka Calmese

LOCATIONS 

Central Library 

3030 Poplar, 415-2700 

Bartlett Branch 

5884 Stage Road, 386-8968 

Cherokee Branch 

3300 Sharpe, 743-3655 

Cordova Branch 

8457 Trinity Road, 754-8443 

Hollywood Branch 

1530 N. Hollywood, 323-6201 

Levi Branch 

3676 Highway 61 S., 789-3140 

North Branch 

1192 Vollintine, 276-6631 

Parkway Village Branch 

4655 Knight Arnold, 363-8923 

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Cossitt Branch 

33 S. Front, 526-1712 

Cornelia Crenshaw Branch 

531 Vance, 525-1643 

Poplar-White Station Branch 

5094 Poplar, 682-1616 

Raleigh Branch 

3157 Powers, 386-5333 

East Shelby Branch 

7200 E. Shelby, 751-7360 

Randolph Branch 

3752 Given, 452-1068 

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Frayser Branch 

3712 Argonne, 357-4115 

South Branch 

1929 S. Third, 946-8518 

Gaston Park Branch 

1040 S. Third, 942-0836 

Whitehaven Branch 

4120 Mill Branch, 396-9700 

Highland Branch 

460 S. Highland, 452-7341 

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WHERE DO YOU GO WHEN 

YOU FEEL LIKE SHOPPING? 

Do you go to the supermarket, a car dealership, the mall, or the library? If shopping at the library sounds 

strange to you, we ask you to reconsider. Think about it—you want to be knowledgeable and well-rounded 

in today’s changing world, right? Then what better way than to shop here at the Memphis Public 

Library & Information Center? It is a Mall for the Mind, with its endless stores of knowledge and entertainment. 

This mall does not contain walls of clothes, but walls of inspiration and guides to life. There 

is something new to learn with every flip of a page, every click of the mouse, and every turn of the corner. 

Wander through our stores and find information on every facet of your interests. Do you want to 

know about the history of blues music and Beale Street? Are you curious about the cost of living in 

Italy? Do you want to know all there is to know about pottery? Come into the Memphis Public Library & 

Information Center and shop around. We have the perfect fit for all of your questions. Our doors lead you 

on the path to knowledge—unrestricted knowledge. Feel free to roam our aisles and shop for the information 

you have been looking for. And when you find it, you will see that we are in the business of satisfying 

your need to know, whatever that need may be. The Memphis Public Library & Information Center 

is your Mall for the Mind.

The study was entitled Making Cities Stronger: Public Libraries’ Contributions to Local Economic 

Development. The study highlights two specific programs: Training Wheels and JobLINC. Training 

Wheels is the mobile children’s service that travels to Memphis daycares to provide literacy training. 

The advantage of this free mobile unit is that it reduces training costs and often provides employees 

S T O R E S O F K N O W L E D G E 

WHAT’S GOING ON AT THE LIBRARY? 

with necessary certification requirements. 

JobLINC is a mobile job and career service that provides assistance to those looking for a job. The 

advantages of JobLINC are numerous and include résumé development, access to library computers to 

complete online applications, and aid for job seekers in researching possible career paths. JobLINC also 

offers benefits to employers, creating connections for possible future employees. 

In addition to the study, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation also included the Library in a video. This 

Memphis Public Library & Information Center 

Honored for Making Our City Stronger 

The Memphis Public Library & Information Center was honored in January by being featured in a study 

on how libraries impact their communities economically. Funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation 

and the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation, the Urban Library Council selected the Memphis Public Library & 

Information Center because of its strides to improve literacy and employment in Memphis. 

video will help make the case for funding libraries. 

Adult Enrichment Continues to Please 

This year, the Adult Enrichment Series featured dynamic speakers that spoke on a variety of topics. The 

series, held at the Central Library, included topics like: C.S.I. in Memphis, where crime scene experts 

spoke to an interested audience; Memphians on Memphis, where local authors spoke on their Memphisthemed 

books; and Mockingbird: A Portrait of Harper Lee, where author Charles Shields shared his 

thoughts on the reclusive Harper Lee, based on his research and his book Mockingbird. 

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3,101,753 people visited 

the Library in FY 2007 

Family Fun at the Central Library 

Family Activity Night is a popular event held one Friday night a 

month at 6:30 p.m. at the Central Library. On average, 50 families 

participated in the educational and entertaining activities. This 

year, families enjoyed a cultural experience at Family Activity Night. 

Countries like Japan, Australia, and Spain were discussed, and 

these talks gave visitors a chance to experience interesting and 

exotic places a world away. 

The Wider Angle Film Series 

The Humanities Department continued innovative programming to engage and enlighten interest in the 

classics, literature, and the arts. A good example is The Wider Angle Film Series, which was started in 

August of 2005, and has maintained its goal of culturally educating both library visitors and staff. Since 

the series began, the Humanities Department has shown viewers one film per month. All of the films in 

this series are award-winning independent movies from around the globe, most with English subtitles. 

Titles of the films included The Forest for the Trees (German) and Day Break (Farsi). Viewers enjoy free 

admission to this event. Films are shown on the third Wednesday of every month. 

MHA and Library Team Up 

Buckeye International Earns Smartest Company Title 

In May, the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library proudly joined forces with another City agency to distribute 

HCVP/Section 8 housing applications. This collaboration, in conjunction with the Memphis Housing 

Authority, was a great success. Over 4,000 applications were distributed and more than 8,000 people 

came into the building. Residents were able to receive the help they needed because of this collaboration. 

During the week of September 18-22, 18 teams from 15 different companies went head-to-head on their 

lunch hour in the weeklong trivia contest known as the Corporate Knowledge Bowl. This year’s theme 

was The Brain Game. In the end, only one team could be named Smartest Company and this year that 

honor went to Buckeye International. Buckeye International is a manufacturer of cleaning and 

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maintenance products for industries, schools, retail stores, and health 

care facilities. Although Buckeye International was named Smartest 

year, some of the programs included an opera showcase, a play about teenage experiences, hip-hop 

dancers, and an afternoon performance of songs from musicals. 

Company, several other teams also took home prizes. The Most 

The Library hosted 2,246 

programs in FY 2007. 

Creative Team Name prize went to the team from Baptist Memorial 

Health Care. They were called “We’re Not Doctors”. The group with the 

Most Team Spirit was FedEx Services’ “Purple Promise Keepers”. The 

Knowledge Bowl Idol was Buckeye Technologies, Inc.’s “Pulp Dreams”. 

Jonathan Alter Highlights the Library’s After Hours Fundraiser 

Book Talk Features Popular Authors and Subjects 

On November 4, the Foundation for the Library sponsored the After Hours Fundraiser. Newsweek editor and 

NBC correspondent Jonathan Alter was the special guest speaker. Alter, a political reporter, spoke on the 

current political landscape and his book, The Defining Moment: FDR’s Hundred Days and the Triumph of Hope. 

Other highlights of the evening included a delicious catered meal from Another Roadside Attraction, a martini 

bar, a performance by the University of Memphis Jazz Singers, and beer from Boscos Squared. 

The Library’s popular show, Book Talk, was back in 2006-2007. Top authors from around the nation discussed 

their new books and told listeners details about how their books went from ideas to print. 

Bestselling authors like Ann Brashares, John Clinch, Dave Winfield, and Daniel Wallace all participated 

in another exciting year of the program, which airs locally on WYPL and is nationally syndicated. 

Sundays at 3 Entertains Audiences 

This year, the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library hosted its Sundays at 3 Series. This series promotes 

unique experiences and cultural enlightenment by showcasing different talents in the art world. This 

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Read Across America 

On March 2, in celebration of the birthday of famous children’s author Dr. Seuss, a Reading Rally was held 

at the Central Library. This rally, which marked Read Across America Day across the nation, was a lot of 

fun for many Mid-South kids. During the rally, you could see many heads adorned with the iconic “Cat’s” 

red-and-white-striped hat. This event, sponsored by Mid-South Reads, brings Memphis City Schools and 

literacy groups together to promote reading. 

Star Wars Expert Visits the Central Library 

To mark the 30th anniversary of the first Star Wars motion picture release, youth and adult coordinators 

teamed up for an exciting program. They brought noted expert and author of several non-fiction 

Star Wars guides, Daniel Wallace, to the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library. This program resonated 

with audiences both young and old. Coinciding with Daniel Wallace’s talk, a silent auction was held. 

Comic books, phasers, and other memorabilia were also on display. 

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The Business/Sciences Department Offers Classes 

The Library is a co-operating collection of The Foundation Center. As a 

co-operating collection, we are supplied with the newest non-profit 

directories and other resources of interest to non-profit agencies. The 


INFORMING THE COMMUNITY 

Foundation Center, a national service organization founded and supported 

by foundations to provide a single authoritative source of information 

on foundation and corporate giving, offers a CD-Rom (entitled 

FC Search) of grant-making foundations. In the fall and spring, the 

Small Business Workshops Inform Potential Entrepreneurs 

The Business/Sciences Department has been hard at work bringing informative business programs to the 

community. Throughout the year, several Small Business Workshops were held on the third floor of the 

Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library. Experts from the field of small business came to speak on such topics 

Business/Sciences Department offers daytime and evening classes on 

grant-searching using this CD-Rom. This past year, 30 people attended 

these classes. In May, Sandy Pon from the Atlanta office of The 

Foundation Center came to the Central Library to teach a program on 

grant-searching. 

56,508 people attended 

the Library’s programs 

in FY 2007. 

as E-Commerce for Small Business Owners; How to Start and Finance a Small Business; Growing an 

Existing Business; Pre-Business Planning; Employee Issues; Laws and Taxes; and much more. 

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effort on the part of Library staff. In fact, over 60 staff members served on 15 implementation teams to help 

transfer 1.6 million items and 360,000 borrowed users to the new system. 

Library Offers Online Reference Services 


TECHNOLOGY AT THE LIBRARY 

At the Memphis Public Library & Information Center, we strive to satisfy the customer’s need to know. 

Anytime you need a question answered, and anywhere the need to know strikes you, we are there to 

help. The Live Chat Service is here for people who have a question on any Library-related topic. All they 

have to do is log on to the Web, access the service, and ask their question. An overwhelming amount of 

feedback came from customers who were surprised at the quickness and preciseness of the answers 

they needed. One person even commented: “My question was answered quickly and effectively. It is a 

ILS Is a Proven Success 

very good system to have at my fingertips!” 

On June 14, after 18 years of hard work, the Memphis Public Library & Information Center went ‘live’ with an 

Automated Library System featuring a new Website and book catalog. This update to the Library’s technology 

was the first major upgrade to the computer system since 1989. This undertaking was made possible by a 

city-funded Capital Improvements Project, in which the Library received $1,469,774. Not only did the public 

see the changes in the computer system, but those behind-the-scenes could see them as well. The process of 

ordering, processing, and lending books and other materials was completely revised. This was a collaborative 

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The Memphis Public Library & Information Center is also proud to offer an E-Mail Reference Service. If 

you are ever visiting the Library’s Website, or just have a general question, all you have to do is ask. 

Simply by going to our Website, clicking on the ‘Ask a Question’ link, and submitting your question, you 

can get the answer you need. 

reviews and this valuable information can be used by anyone. This year 

a new feature, Coming to a Theater Near You, was added. This service 

alerts readers when films based on books available in our Library’s collection 

are released or in production. Authors such as Janet Evanovich, 

Blog Helps Users Stay Up-to-Date 

An interesting service the Memphis Public Library & Information Center offers its customers is the 

Memphis Reads Blog. The Memphis Reads Blog is an online resource for customers and staff members. 

Tracy Chevalier, and Walter Mosley all have soon-to-be-released films, 

and readers that used the feature were alerted right away. Feedback 

from this added service has been very positive. 

Over four million people 

visited the Library’s 

homepage in FY 2007. 

On the blog, they may discuss their favorite books, both fiction and non-fiction. Staff members can post 

Several Locations Celebrate Anniversaries 

Several locations recently celebrated milestone anniversaries. These anniversaries were important 

because they signify the many years of dedicated service that each location has given to its community. 


INFORMING THE COMMUNITY 

The Cordova Branch celebrated its 50th Anniversary. Cordova started out as a one-room library in an old train 

depot and has become a 28,000 square-foot facility. On October 14, the Cordova Branch celebrated in style with 

a special party. It included marching bands and door prizes, and all who attended had a great time. 

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The Randolph Branch celebrated its 50th Anniversary as well. This Library is located in the heart of 

the Highland Heights neighborhood. After closing in 2004 for renovation, Randolph reopened in January 

2005 with a new 11,240 square-foot building complete with 16 public computers and a public meeting 

room. Randolph offers adult, teen, children, and preschool programming. The Branch also hosts several 

English as a Second Language programs for local elementary schools. 

The Parkway Village Branch also celebrated 40 years. Since 1966, this Library has served its customers 

faithfully. On October 28, Friends of the Library hosted a party for the Parkway Village Branch, 

complete with refreshments for all who visited that day. 

Although the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library building celebrated its five-year anniversary, the 

Library system dates back 114 years. Starting out on Cossitt and then moving to Peabody, the Library 

The Frayser Branch celebrated its 45th Anniversary. It was built in 1961 and was renovated in 1994. 

Over the past 45 years, the Frayser Branch has become a vital part of many people’s daily lives and has 

assisted them as they shop for knowledge within the Library’s walls. 

system has continuously been there for the community through important initiatives, educational programming, 

and funding primarily by the City of Memphis. The Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library building 

was completed in 2001 and has 204 public computers to help customers locate what they need, 

whether it is e-mail, Websites, databases, or using programs like Microsoft Word. Central is a 330,000 

square-foot facility, and inside you can find a coffee shop, bookstore, and a television and radio station. 

The Raleigh Branch celebrated 40 years of serving the community. This Library started with only 800 

donated books and has grown into a lively place of education and entertainment. Weekly story times, 

public access to computers, and Raleigh’s Friends of the Library Book Sales offered at the Branch help 

customers find the information they need. An anniversary celebration was held November 6-11, and door 

prizes and refreshments were available for all who attended. 

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Chronicle of Schools’ Desegregation in the Memphis Room 

This past year, the History Department processed the collection of papers from the estate of A.W. Willis. 

Willis, a prominent black Memphis attorney and Civil Rights pioneer, was a guiding force behind the desegregation 

of both The University of Mississippi and Memphis City Schools. He was the founder of several 


WHEN THE PAST BECOMES 

THE PRESENT 

local political clubs and responsible for gaining the funds to establish The National Civil Rights Museum. 

Willis’ papers are available for viewing in the Memphis and Shelby County Room of the Central Library. 

Respected Librarian Receives Librarian of the Year 

In December, Dr. James R. Johnson, senior manager of History and Social Sciences, received the 

Memphis Area Urban Library Council’s Librarian of the Year Award. During his tenure in the History 

Department, Dr. Johnson helped acquire the papers of Maxine Smith (The Maxine Smith NAACP 

Collection) and E.H. Crump (former mayor and politician). A widely respected genealogist, Dr. Johnson 

lectured at the American Library Association and Samford University’s Historical Research Institute. 

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A Voice Across the State 

The Volunteer Voices Project is a statewide initiative to collect historical photographs, papers, and letters 

from the state of Tennessee. The Project, funded by a grant entitled “Volunteer Voices: Growth of 

Democracy in Tennessee”, was given by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. The grant split 

the project into three statewide headquarters—one in West Tennessee, one in Middle Tennessee, and 

one in East Tennessee. The West Tennessee headquarters is in the History Department of the Central 

Library. Working with over 100 institutions statewide, West Tennessee Regional Representative Andy 

Memphians Embrace Their Ancestry 

On October 7, the Central Library welcomed Dr. Anna Maria Cannaday Burns and several prominent 

German ancestry speakers to share their thoughts on the impact that German-Americans have made to 

our nation and city. The keynote speaker was Lloyd Bockstruck, Manager of the Genealogy Department 

at the Dallas Public Library, who spoke on “Discovering Your German Family Heritage”. The seminar 

also focused on local influences by discussing German-Americans in Memphis and their contributions 

to the arts and Memphis history. 

Carter and other Volunteer Voices staff members digitized 10,000 images and records relating to democracy 

in Tennessee. From libraries in courthouses to college campus libraries, these digitized copies of 

photographs and documents were put into a statewide database. 

Exploring Your Past…One Generation at a Time 

Everyone wants to know about their past—who they are and from where they come. That is why the 

April Genealogy Workshop was so successful. This workshop introduced customers to the Library’s 

large genealogy collection and gave them advice on how best to search for information on their families. 

Knowledgeable speakers provided guidance on using census data, African-American records, DNA 

research, and local sources of information. 

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Librarians as Authors 

The staff of the History Department was hard at work this year! Wayne Dowdy, Memphis Room Curator 

and Archivist, wrote a book entitled Mayor Crump Don’t Like It. Dowdy’s book, about the major business 

and political leader in Memphis, comes from over 300 boxes of Crump’s personal papers. 


LIBRARY WORKERS LEARN 

LEADERSHIP SKILLS 

Two other History Department staff members, Gina Cordell and Patrick O’Daniel, wrote a book entitled 

Historic Photos of Memphis. This book is a collection of captivating images from the Memphis and 

Shelby County Room with explanatory descriptions of the various periods captured in the photographs. 

Both books can be checked out or used in the Memphis and Shelby County Room. 

Organization Takes Giant “LEAP” 

LEAP (Leadership Empowerment and Achievement Program), an organization made up of Library employees, 

gave the community a fresh group of graduates this year. The second class of this organization graduated 

and began taking strides in improving the Library. After nine months of training, which included 

Library history, community involvement, and job shadowing, participants were divided into small groups 

and given a real problem that the Library faces. They then constructed a solution and presented their 

ideas to management. Participants put in hours of hard work all for the betterment of the Library. 

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Local Historian Speaks at Central 

Local historian Perre Magness was at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library in August to discuss and 

sign her book The Party with a Purpose: 75 Years of Carnival in Memphis. During her talk, Magness discussed 

the Memphis tradition known as the Cotton Carnival. The Cotton Carnival began during the Great 


READING TAKES CENTER STAGE 

Depression. It was established by a group of downtown businessmen to help promote Memphis economically 

and raise residents’ morale. The purpose of the Cotton Carnival was “to recognize and promote 

an industry that has a major economic impact on the Mid-South community and to promote the 

City of Memphis as a great place to live and work.” Ms. Magness used papers from the Memphis and 

Shelby County Room to chronicle this great celebration from its birth in 1931 to the present. 

Summer Reading Program Reaches New Heights 

This year, the Summer Reading Program reached new heights with Mid-South kids. An astonishing 13,800 

children participated and read over 200,000 books. Presented by the Memphis Grizzlies and sponsored 

by local companies, this club helps children come to love and appreciate reading, even when they are out 

of school in the summer. Bonuses of joining the club and reading include free books, Grizzlies tickets, 

admission to area attractions, and more. 

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Library Hosts First “Why I Love My Library Card” Contest 

Coinciding with Library Card Month, a contest was launched in September to 

help youngsters foster an appreciation for the Library. The “Why I Love My 

Library Card” contest encourages third graders to checkout materials, obtain 

or show their library card, use a computer, and attend programs. After they 

have done two of these activities, they write an essay and tell why they love 

their library card. There were 28 winners and each one received a personal 

The Library issued 352,217 new 

library cards in FY 2007. 

copy of their favorite book and one for their school library. A book plate in the 

child’s honor was also placed in a book at their local branch library. 

Central Readers Book Club Continues Traditions 

The Central Readers Book Club has been meeting since 2002. On the third Monday of every month, approximately 

15 members have faithfully met for the past five years to discuss their current reading material. Since there 

is a vast array of interests within the group, they have read books on many topics, from the classic American 

novel To Kill a Mockingbird, to Tom Brokaw’s salute to the World War II era, The Greatest Generation. You can visit 

their online Bookletter on the Library’s Website. 

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Manali Kulkarni, a junior at Bartlett High School, received the 2007 Youth Award, for her 100-plus hours 

of volunteer work at the Bartlett Branch Library. 

LINC/2-1-1 Helps Memphis 


THE LIBRARY LOVES ITS 

COMMUNITY 

This past year, a number of people were greatly assisted by LINC/2-1-1, a service where anyone can call 2-1-1 

and get any question answered. From July 2006-June 2007, over 15,000 calls were answered by the LINC 

staff. That is a 415% increase in calls from the previous year! Some of the following examples of callers make 

you see why this program is so popular and such a vital asset to our city. A senior citizen with visual impament 

needed information on agencies with equipment that could help her read her newspaper. LINC/2-1-1 was 

Library Gives Back to Its Dedicated Volunteers 

The Memphis Public Library & Information Center had a total of 486 volunteers that contributed 30,937 

hours of volunteer service in 2007. This year the highest honor given to Library volunteers, the Satterfield 

Award, was presented to Ms. Frances W. Manley. Ms. Manley has been a dedicated volunteer for 50 consecutive 

years. She has done virtually everything a volunteer can do, including serving on the Library’s Board of 

Trustees, being Friends of the Library President, and working as a greeter at the Central Library Help Desk. 

Golf & Games won this year’s Corporate Award for being a long-time supporter of the Library and giving 

the equivalent of $650,000 in rounds of golf for reading programs. 

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glad to help. There was also a caller who needed fast information about school uniforms and supplies who was 

helped after using the LINC service. Lastly, a caller whose father had just been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s was 

referred to several agencies that provide assistance and care whenever it is needed. 

LINC/2-1-1 also provides tax information, help with non-emergency calls, and referrals for the 

physically impaired. 

The Foundation for the Library 

Over 10 years ago, local community leaders came together for a common cause and formed The Foundation for 

the Library. Their purpose was to raise the money needed to build the new Central Library and to promote the 

library system that means so much to the city. 

Although public funding paid for the majority of the building efforts, private funding, courtesy of The 

Foundation, paid for furniture, fixtures, computers, and much more. Now, as the Central Library grows more 

successful and popular with each passing year, The Foundation for the Library continues to raise funds for 

improvements and enhancements. 

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River City Romance Writers Hold Conference 

On February 24, the River City Romance Writers held their conference at the Central Library. This conference 

brought together writers of the Romance genre to discuss topics on writing, themes, and settings 

in their work. Local experts also provided advice on getting books published. 


CONFERENCES FIND HOME 

AT THE LIBRARY 

Book Club Conference Showcases Well-Known Authors 

The Library held its first Book Club Conference, which showcased well-known authors and celebrated 

local book clubs. Authors who attended the conference included Dennis Lehane, Travis Hunter, Emily 

Griffin, and Jayne Ann Krentz. The keynote speaker was Dennis Lehane, who wrote Mystic River. The 

successful Book Club Conference was the idea of a Library customer who suggested a conference be 

held exclusively for book clubs. 

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Teen Tech Week and 40 Developmental Assets Empowered Youth 

From March 4-10, The Young Adult Library Services Association sponsored Teen Tech Week. The week 

was designed to get teens to use their Library for the array of technologies available to them. 

Supporting this national effort, the Memphis Public Library System encouraged librarians to create Teen 


TEENS PROVE THEY ARE LEADERS 

OF TOMORROW 

Tech Week Displays. However, taking the initiative one step further, the Library made the displays an 

internal contest based on the 40 Developmental Assets. The 40 Developmental Assets are critical, common 

sense ideals that lead children to becoming responsible adults. Churches, schools, teachers, and 

mentors use the assets to help Memphis youth. 

Teen Programs Held at North 

Second Annual Teen Tech Camp a Success 

The Second Annual Teen Tech Camp was held July 10-14 at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library. The 

camp’s main focus was to introduce new media technologies to the camp’s attendees. Programs available 

for the participants this year were podcasts and Webcam sessions, making digital movies, and a 

class on writing scripts and editing their work. Each camper produced a project, and on the last day, the 

projects were judged by library representatives. Once again, the price of attending this camp was free 

thanks to the sponsorship of the Society for Informational Management (SIM). 

The North Branch is especially proud of its teen programs. The intriguing activities in which teens participate 

help them to love reading, the library, and themselves. Programs such as the Pyramid Book Club 

give teens an opportunity to read exciting literature they otherwise might not have known about. 

Another stimulating teen activity at the North Branch is Let’s Rap About It! This program allows teens to 

discuss issues that concern them with local area leaders. Previously discussed topics include job readiness, 

teen violence, and the history of the comic book. 

In March, the North Branch hosted a Youth Career/Job Fair. This gave teens an opportunity to discuss 

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their future plans. The Youth Advisory Council, which meets once a month, organized all of these activities. 

The council members are elected by fellow teens, and every year approximately 100 voters love to select new 

council members. 

Cordova Branch Inspired by Teen Volunteers 

The Cordova Branch is constantly feeling the inspiration of its teen volunteers. 

The Beta Club of Cordova High School committed its time and 

services for the entire school year. Although working on a Saturday is 

not a teen’s dream, these outstanding kids worked hard at shelving 

books on their day off. Over the summer, 66 teens put in 1,270 hours 

19 Library locations 

held 1,365 children’s 

programs, which 13,235 

children attended. 

shelving books. Many of the volunteers were from different countries 

and were fluent in more than one language. This provided cultural experience 

to the customers, staff, and even other student volunteers. 

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Teens also found a place at the Bartlett Branch. In March, they learned how to manage their money in 

the real world at a workshop sponsored by the UT Agricultural Extension Service. In April, they participated 

in a program that taught them many helpful job search skills. 


A WORLD OF INFORMATION: 

19 AREA BRANCHES OF THE 

MEMPHIS PUBLIC LIBRARY 

Programs for Everyone at North 

This past year, over 700 children participated in and benefited from North’s Special Storytime. During 

Special Storytime, a guest reader from the community was invited to read to the children. Judging by 

the numbers and the excited looks on the children’s faces, Special Storytime was a definite success. 

Other programs at the North Branch for children included after school arts and crafts and a book club 

for children ages 5-11. Bookworms, as it is called, focuses on enhancing reading skills and helping the 

Bartlett Celebrates a Groundbreaking Year 

children interact in a group setting. 

These past few months have been a busy time at the Bartlett Branch because they have been in the 

process of constructing a new library building. Local companies like Wal-Mart presented the Branch 

with checks and support in honor of their move to a new location in early 2008. The annual Bartlett celebration 

in October was a special event because the plans for the new library were shown to the community 

for the first time. Although there is much excitement surrounding the new building, excitement 

in the one currently being used has certainly not dwindled. The Bartlett Library enjoyed a successful 

Summer Reading Program. Over 1,300 children participated and read as many books as they could. 

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Child Care Providers also benefited from a visit to the North Branch. During the year, monthly child care 

workshops presented by certified trainers from all over the Memphis area were a very popular event. 

Some of the themes of the workshops were “Using Children’s Literature to Develop Positive Character 

Traits” and “Nutrition: Obesity and Children”. These workshops were the perfect way for providers to 

learn more about the young people that they help mold. 

Several gender-specific programs took place at the North Branch, as well. A Women’s Empowerment 

Conference encouraged attendees to become better women by discussing such topics as fashions, nutritious 

soups, and make-up tips. The Renaissance Men’s Book Club hosted its Fourth Annual Real Men 

Conference. This conference featured workshops and special guest speakers that focused on helping 

those in attendance become better men. They held discussions on things like relationships, health, and 

how to be successful. 

Frayser Branch Has an Exciting Year 

The Frayser Branch enjoyed much success, particularly with its Teen Programs and initiatives. The 

Branch took part in Teen Tech Week Display Contest (see page 18), and it sure paid off—they placed 

third in the competition. 

The Frayser Branch also greatly contributed to their community by participating in the distribution of 

HCVP/Section 8 housing applications. 

Raleigh Offers Convenience on Wheels 

The Raleigh Branch was certainly an exciting place to be. During the months of March and April, the 

Branch hosted a Job & Career Series. While that series was taking place, they had JobLINC, the mobile 

job and career center that helps job seekers locate employment opportunities. In June, Critter Coach, a 

mobile unit to help Memphis Animal Services adopt out pets to Memphians, visited the branch. 

Crafting classes were popular events at the North Branch. Over the holiday season, there was Holiday 

Gift Making. These sessions allowed guests to make such things as picture frames and jewelry boxes 

to give to the special people in their lives. Throughout the year, there were several other adult craft sessions 

in which candles, jewelry, and soaps were made. 

East Shelby Helps Customer Land Job and Continues its Successful Traditions 

Throughout the year, East Shelby was committed to giving its customers every available resource possible. 

In particular, public access to computers and programs like JobLINC were in high demand. In fact, 

JobLINC helped one regular East Shelby customer find her dream job. 

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In addition to offering valuable resources to the community, the East Shelby Branch continued many of 

their successful programs. The East Shelby Book Club continued to grow as each member found new 

and intriguing ideas inside every book they read. 

Cordova Branch is Beautiful Inside and Out 

The Cordova Garden Club helped make the library grounds beautiful by clearing out dead plants and 

flowers and replacing them with healthy ones. They also planted several trees and made sure they 

always had plenty of water, which can be a challenge during the summer months. Keeping the inside of 

the Cordova Branch beautiful was on the minds of others. The Second Annual Art Contest sponsored by 

the Friends of the Cordova Branch was held this year. All area students were encouraged to enter their 

best piece of artwork to be judged by local art teachers. There were three categories—elementary, middle, 

and high school and the Grand Prize Winner in each category took home $25 and a ribbon. First and 

Second place winners also received a ribbon. All art entries were displayed in the branch. 

Something for Everyone at the Levi Branch 

This year, the Levi Branch got out into the local community and shared its many gifts. Staff visited local 

schools and daycares and encouraged children to read as much as possible. Children were also encouraged 

to participate in the Library’s crafts classes and see performances by Theatre Memphis’ 

ShoWagon and Dixon Gallery and Gardens. 

Teens at the Levi Branch enjoyed making jewelry and tie dye and participated in a joint cartooning 

workshop presented by cartoonist Artiek Smith. In addition, adults liked the cooking and computer 

classes that the Levi Branch offered. 

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South Branch Connects to Adults and Youth Alike 

This has been an exciting year at the South Branch. The hands-on learning experiences given to adults 

were highly successful. By offering free Computer Basics classes, the South Branch helped many adults 

added was a Friends of Cornelia Crenshaw Group, which provides support through their memberships 

and volunteering. Other programs that were added to the Cornelia Crenshaw line-up included an African- 

American Classics Book Club, child care provider seminars, and quarterly parenting workshops. 

become more computer literate. Adults learned Internet basics and took part in a new class called Word 

Basics, which showed the attendees how to create letters, memos, etc. Another class held at the South 

Branch was called Bath Crafts for Adults. A demonstration was given on how to create bath beads with 

simple kitchen products. Samples were given away, and participants also got the chance to create their 

own bath salts. 

Also at the South Branch, eight workshops for child care providers were held. With promotional help 

from local agencies such as the Exchange Club, Memphis Shelby County EMA, and the Department of 

Human Services, 204 participants attended very informative and educational programs. Topics at the 

workshops included Disaster Relief Preparedness, Child Abuse Prevention, and Music and Movement for 

Pre-Schoolers, just to name a few. 

Great Shopping at the Friends of the Library Big Book Sale 

The Friends of the Library held their annual Big Book Sale at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library on Friday, 

June 8, and Saturday, June 9. Once again, it was a huge success. Customers found great bargains on books, 

Big Changes at Cornelia Crenshaw 

magazines, CDs, and LPs and enjoyed taking part in a great cause that helps the Library so much. 

Cornelia Crenshaw made amazing strides in revitalizing their branch. Several new quality-of-life programs 

were introduced and were very successful in the family-oriented community. One major program that was 

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Cossitt Helps You Take a Break from Business 

Surrounding the Cossitt Branch in Downtown Memphis are some of the nation’s largest companies, 

which employ many people looking to make the most of their midday breaks. That is why Cossitt 

introduced several unique programs for its Wednesday Afternoon Lunch Series. Programs for the 

work-weary included Salsa Dancing, Tai Chi, Electric Slide Dancing, and Gel Candle Making. 

Gaston Park Promotes the Arts 

The Gaston Park Branch’s partnership with Opera Memphis made it possible for cultural and creative 

programs to be held there. These programs demonstrated to younger customers a world to which 

they may have otherwise not been exposed. Opera Memphis comes to the Gaston Park Branch once a 

month from September through May and holds opera, storytelling, dance, theater, singing, and other 

educational activities. 

Highland & Randolph Make a Great Team 

Staff from both the Highland and Randolph Branches paired up to provide outstanding service at both 

locations. Staff came together to create helpful displays and get the word out about certain materials 

customers might not know were available, like new book releases. Staffers were also active outside 

their respective branches by participating in Central’s Corporate Knowledge Bowl, Family Activity 

Nights, and teaching Internet Basics classes. 

Programs at the branches continued to flourish as Highland held school-age story times and their Adult 

Book Club continued to meet. Randolph held after-school game days and a highly popular digital photography 

program. Randolph’s continuing relationship with the Boys & Girls Club brought in new and excited 

customers everyday. A nice honor for Randolph this year was being chosen to train the latest group 

What makes this programming at Gaston Park so important is that it opens up a new path of cultural 

learning to the children who attend. Gaston Park averages over 70 children at each event and has 

become a great promoter of arts and cultural values to their neighborhood and the children of the 

Gaston Park Headstart Center. 

Crafts a Big Hit at Hollywood 

The Holiday Craft Programs at the Hollywood Branch were the talk of the town. Over the course of each 

class, participants formed friendships and bonded over the process of creating beautiful holiday items. 

A small home craft business was started after two members attended a class taught on holiday-oriented 

crafts like soap making and creating your own bath salts. 

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Whitehaven Helps Protect Customers’ Identities 

In September, the Whitehaven Branch hosted an informative program on Identity Theft. Presenter Brent 

Robinson from Liberty Mutual Group explained to attendees what identity theft is, how to minimize your 

Parkway Village’s Anniversary Week and personnel, from the Mt. Moriah Police Precinct and Engine #34 

were invited to stop by for snacks. To end the week’s festivities, the Branch’s Birthday Bash allowed 

customers to visit Parkway Village for “Refreshments and Remembrances.” 

risk, and what to do if you fall victim to this awful crime. Everyone who participated in this program 

learned vital information on how to protect themselves. 

Cherokee Annual Report 

Interview attire, résumé preparation, and job search strategies were among the topics covered at the 

JobLINC Job Search Series at the Cherokee Branch. Cherokee was among four locations that hosted the 

one-hour, eight-week-long program targeted to women. Attendance was monitored and certificates were 

presented to those that successfully completed the free course. The Women’s Foundation of Greater 

Memphis was the program sponsor. 

Poplar-White Station’s Friends of the Library Continues Successful 

Second Thursday Lecture Series 

One Thursday a month, a crowd files into the Poplar-White Station Branch to hear educational talks by 

Parkway Village Celebrates with Community 

In conjunction with their 40th Anniversary celebration, the Parkway Village Branch held several events 

that not only honored the Library’s years of dedication, but also their customer’s years of loyalty. 

Examples of these events included a Friends Book Sale, which gave shoppers many great selections of 

experts on a variety of topics. The Second Thursday Lecture Series, sponsored by The Friends of the 

Library, continued its run this past year. Topics like Church Growth and Decline in Shelby County, 

Accessing Public Records Made Easy, and The Narcotics Problem in Memphis were all addressed by 

experts in the fields of community leadership, government, and law enforcement. 

their favorite items at bargain prices. Police and Firefighters Appreciation Day was also held during 

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LIBRARY FINANCIAL INFORMATION (000’S) 

INCOME 2006 2007 EXPENSES 2006 2007 

PUBLIC FUNDING 

City of Memphis $ 15,604 85.3% $ 15,388 84.6% 

Shelby County $ 917 5.0% $ 700 3.8% 

Bartlett & Millington $ 670 3.7% $ 950 5.2% 

State & Federal $ 76 0.4% $ 74 0.4% 

Personnel $ 13,147 71.4% $ 13,734 82.4% 

Materials, Technology & Programs $ 841 4.5% $ 842 4.5% 

Equipment $ 3 $ 0 0.0% 

Operating $ 4,432 24.1% $ 2,073 12.4% 

Subtotal $ 17,267 94.4% $ 17,112 94.0% 

OTHER INCOME 

Fines and Fees $ 1,015 5.5% $ 1,084 6.0% 

Interest $ 8 0.1% $ 0 0.0% 

Total Income $ 18,290 100.0% $ 18,196 100.0% 

Auditors for the Memphis Public Library & Information Center: Watkins Yiberall, PLLC 

Total Expenses $ 18,423 100.0% $ 16,649 100% 

FOUNDATION FOR THE LIBRARY (000’S) 


Donations $ 396 38.9% $ 709 61.4% 

Grants $ 289 28.4% $ 177 15.3% 

Special Events $ 86 8.4% $ 30 2.6% 

Bookstore/Café $ 75 7.4% $ 97 8.4% 

Investment Income $ 78 7.6% $ 53 4.6% 

In-Kind $ 95 9.3% $ 89 7.7% 

Library Support & Advancement $ 744 90.8% $ 748 79.2% 

Administrative Expenses $ 75 9.2% $ 196 20.8% 

Total Income $ 1,019 100.0% $ 1,155 100.0% 

Auditors for the Foundation for the Library: Ison & Decosimo 

Total Expenses $ 819 100.0% $ 944 100.0% 

(+) or (-) Fund Balance $ 199 $ 210 

Total Fund Balance $ 4,596 $ 4,806 

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FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY (000’S) 


Video Rentals $ 64 40.3% $ 42 30.9% 

Special Events/Book Sales $ 87 54.7% $ 87 64.0% 

Memberships $ 5 3.1% $ 5 3.7% 

Interest/Other Income $ 1 0.6% $ 0 

Donations $ 2 1.3% $ 2 1.5% 

Total Income $ 159 100.0% $ 136 100.0% 

Auditors for the Friends of the Library: Ison & Decosimo 

Grants to the Library Foundation $ 153 89.5% $ 119 78.8% 

First Books $ 2 1.2% $ 2 1.3% 

Membership $ 0 $ 1 0.7% 

Special Events/Book Sales $ 6 3.5% $ 19 12.6% 

Administration/General $ 10 5.8% $ 10 6.6% 

Total Expenses $ 171 100.0% $ 151 100.0% 

(+) or (-) Fund Balance $ (12) $ (15) 

Total Fund Balance $ 47 $ 32 

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FOUNDATION FOR THE 

LIBRARY 

$100,000 - $249,000 

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First Tennessee National Corp 

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Belz Enterprises 

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Association of Fundraising Professionals 

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Hawthorne Book Club 

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Gene Holcomb 

Ruby D. Holeyfield 

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James Howell 

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Emelyn Joyner 

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Roy Martinez 

Mary Latham Chapter #474 U.D.C. 

Dorothy May 

James G. McClure 

Debby C. McElroy-Clark 

Pamela McFarland 

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MPLIC History Department 

MPLIC Senior Managers 

Mike E. Muller 

National Association of Parliamentarians 

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Alinda Norris 

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Dr. Evelyn B. Ogle 

Barbara & Max L. Ostrow 

Overton High School Band 

Paragould Scrabble Club 

Paris Lions Foundation 

Lindsey E. Patrick 

J. Charles Patterson 

John Peterson 

Louise B. Phillips 

Rochelle Pierce 

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James M. Power 

Thomas Prewitt 

Jacqueline Randolph 

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Riverfront Development Corporation 

R.R. Bowker, LLC 

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2006 CORPORATE 

KNOWLEDGE BOWL 

MEDIA SPONSOR 

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Vincent C. Astor 

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Imagine America Foundation 

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Frank E. Block 

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Reginald D. Bogan 

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Book Connections 

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Terri Bray 

Bridge Publications, Inc. 

Georgia Bruno 

Gwen & Mike Bruno 

Drew Buchner 

R.M. Buntin 

Central Asia Institute 

Cici’s Pizza 

City of Memphis – Office of 

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Cordova Garden Club 

Council on American-Islamic Relations 

Bill Crowson 

Dell Computer Corporation, Inc. 

Joseph Decosimo and Company PLLC 

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Great River Carnival Association 

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GIFTS TO FRIENDS OF 

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$500 - $999 

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UP TO $249 

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HONORARIA 

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