MULTIPLE BRANCH SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

AARP Tax Aide - By Appointment Only

When: Friday, March 06, 2026 - 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Queen Creek Branch at Mary Lou Fulton Story Time Room

AARP Tax Aide volunteers will be offering free tax preparation services by appointment only. Appointments must be made using the information below. The first day for tax preparation appointments will be 2/6/26.

For more information and to schedule online, visit: https://aztax-aide.org using the link below.

To leave a phone message with AARP for scheduling assistance, call:
602-904-6564.

"Let's Talk" ESL Conversation Group

When: Friday, March 06, 2026 - 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Perry Branch

Practice speaking and understanding English, meet new people, and have fun!

Farkle Friday

When: Friday, March 06, 2026 - 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Litchfield Park Branch at Community Room

Grab your friends and head to the library to play Farkle! No skill or knowledge of the game is required. It is quick to learn and a blast to play! The winner of each game can choose from a selection of gently read books as their prize. Ages 18+

Ask A Master Gardener

When: Friday, March 06, 2026 - 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Southeast Regional at Display Case, Please Check @ Information Desk

Have a question about local gardening, local insects, and local plants? Come ask a master gardener your questions the first Friday of each month from 12-2 and learn about all these and more! Registration not required.

3rd Annual Dementia Caregiver Summit

When: Saturday, March 07, 2026 - 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Fountain Hills Branch at Community Center

The library will be attending the 3rd Annual Dementia Caregiver Summit! Join us to update your card and learn more about library resources and services to make your life easier! Field experts will provide essential tools to empower caregivers with the knowledge and support needed to navigate the complexities of a dementia diagnosis and care.

AARP Tax Aide - By Appointment Only

When: Saturday, March 07, 2026 - 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Queen Creek Branch at Mary Lou Fulton Story Time Room

AARP Tax Aide volunteers will be offering free tax preparation services by appointment only. Appointments must be made using the information below. The first day for tax preparation appointments will be 2/6/26.

For more information and to schedule online, visit: https://aztax-aide.org using the link below.

To leave a phone message with AARP for scheduling assistance, call:
602-904-6564.

Game ON!

When: Saturday, March 07, 2026 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Georgia T. Lord Library at Community Room

West side gaming community: Come roll with us! Bring your board and card games, such as Ticket to Ride, Sagrada, Azul, 7 Wonders, Tiny Towns, Century Spice Road, Dominion, and Star Realms.
Hang out, learn a new game, and meet new friends. Ages 18 and up are welcome!

Ask A Master Gardener

When: Saturday, March 07, 2026 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Georgia T. Lord Library at Children’s Area

Enjoy gardening? Do you have garden challenges you’d like to overcome? Need help with your landscape plants? Don't know what to plant or when? Want to start a vegetable garden, but don't know where to start? Join the Georgia Lord Library Master Gardener 2nd Saturdays from 10am-12pm for free home garden and landscape Q and A sessions!
Our Master Gardener Terri Kelly provides outreach and education to our community. She also helps bring science-based information on plants, gardens and landscapes to the public.

EVENT FULL: Gentle Yoga

When: Saturday, March 07, 2026 - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Sun City Branch at Program Room

Discover a welcoming yoga practice designed for all levels, with special care for our senior community. Whether seated in a chair or on a mat, no prior experience is needed. Bring your yoga mat or towel and enjoy a gentle Hatha Yoga session that supports posture, mobility, and mental wellness. This class is led by a certified yoga instructor. Registration required.

Unsolved Case Files

When: Saturday, March 07, 2026 - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Litchfield Park Branch at Community Room

Step into the shoes of a detective and examine evidence, decode clues, and unravel a mysterious fictional cold case with your fellow amatuer slueths! Bring your own snacks or drinks. Drop in until full (8). No registration required. Ages 18+.

EVENT FULL: Collage Club Zine Workshop (For Adults)

When: Saturday, March 07, 2026 - 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Southeast Regional at The Dig (Event Room in Children's Section)

Collage Club is a craft series celebrating the art of cutting and sticking. This month we will be making a Zine (zeen). A zine is a small hand made art book, a published art magazine, or booklet that shares personal experiences or niche interests. All materials will be provided. Registration is required and all participants must be 18+

Rhythm is Life Steel Drum performance

When: Saturday, March 07, 2026 - 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Fountain Hills Branch at Reading Lounge

Join us for a vibrant musical journey with the Rhythm Is Life Steel Band, bringing the captivating sounds of the Caribbean to Fountain Hills! This high-energy, family-friendly concert will feature an exciting blend of calypso, soca, reggae, pop, and Latin rhythms, all performed on the rich tones of traditional steel drums.

Perfect for all ages, the one-hour performance will explore the cultural history of steel pan music while delivering an uplifting, toe-tapping experience that celebrates rhythm, joy, and community. Whether you're dancing in your seat or swept up in a conga line snaking around the library, you won’t want to miss this…

Senior Connections

When: Monday, March 09, 2026 - 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Georgia T. Lord Library at Programming Room

Are you a senior wanting to stay connected to other seniors in the community? Join us the 1st three Mondays for Senior Connections. We'll play card games, do puzzles, chat, listen to music, and generally have fun!

Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Club: I, Robot by Isaac Asimov

When: Monday, March 09, 2026 - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Southeast Regional at The Dig (Event Room in Children's Section)

Come visit exciting new worlds each month in our science fiction and fantasy book club! Registration encouraged. I, Robot is a collection of nine shorter stories. The stories, framed as a series of interviews with robo-psychologist Dr. Susan Calvin, examine ethical dilemmas and conflicts that arise from robots interacting with humans and with each other, ultimately chronicling a fictional history of robotics.

Art Afternoon: Twentieth Century Fashion

When: Monday, March 09, 2026 - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Sun City Branch at Program Room

Phoenix Art Museum docents present Twentieth Century Fashion Innovators, a look at three important fashion designers from the 1960s to the 1980s: Mary Quant, Yves St. Laurent, and Halston. Explore their signature designs, similarities among their work, and the use of the elements of art in fashion. Registration needed. Adults.

Genealogy- Weaving culture history into our family history writing

When: Monday, March 09, 2026 - 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Where: Southeast Regional at The Dig (Event Room in Children's Section)

Have you thought about tracing your family’s history but don’t know where to begin? Duane Roen will share some readily-available resources, tools, and strategies for getting started with researching your roots. This workshop is designed for those who have little or no experience in researching family history.

Silent Writing Group CANCELLED

When: Monday, March 09, 2026 - 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Where: Perry Branch

Try a different kind of writing group! No pressure, no prompts, no sharing, no critique. Join us!
(other information: Silent Writing offers a space where writers can just write for one solid hour, silently and together. It's a great way to build a better writing habit and to make progress with your writing in low-stress way.)

Line Dancing at the Library

When: Monday, March 09, 2026 - 6:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: North Valley Regional at Story Time Room

Dust off your dancing shoes! Are you a fan of country line dancing? Have you been wanting to try something new? Join us for Line Dancing at the Library. All levels are welcome! Classes are lead by Lynn Solie. Please wear smooth bottom shoes.
Registration no longer required, space is limited.

Digital Library Help

When: Tuesday, March 10, 2026 - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Sun City Branch at Library

Have questions about digital library content like ebooks, audiobooks, movies & TV, music, magazines, research, and online classes? We’ll help you find answers! No registration needed.

Simple Crafts for Adults-Wool Ball Diffuser

When: Tuesday, March 10, 2026 - 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Fountain Hills Branch at Conference Room

Join us each month to create a simple craft that you can take home and enjoy. This month we will make a wool ball diffuser.
Have Fun and Be Creative!

Tech Training Tuesday: Social Media

When: Tuesday, March 10, 2026 - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Ed Robson Branch at Programming Room

Confused about understanding the functions of your computer, laptop or digital devices? Look no more, as this series of lessons will teach you the ins and outs of using Email, Search Engines, Social Media, creating and saving Documents, Word, Power Point, Apps...Bring your laptop, tablet, phone, etc and we will focus on one aspect of digital literacy at each meeting. This month: Social Media.

Guided Meditation

When: Tuesday, March 10, 2026 - 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Where: Fountain Hills Branch at Conference Room

Join Diane Stallings, author and longtime meditation teacher, as she takes you through a 30 minute guided meditation while teaching strategies for handling stress

Irish Fiddle Live!

When: Tuesday, March 10, 2026 - 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: North Valley Regional at Story Time Room

This program is for adults and teens. Get into the St. Patrick's Day spirit with a live Irish fiddle performance! Classically trained violinist, Heide Riggs, has performed across the US and in Ireland -- and in this program she will bring a celebration of Celtic fiddle music to our library!

Adult Art Class: Watercoloring our World

When: Wednesday, March 11, 2026 - 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: Litchfield Park Branch at Community Room

Get creative, relax, and learn something new in our adult art class. This month we will learn the basic watercolor techniques adopted by artists for scientific illustration and create a painting of nature inspired by the work of James Audubon. No prior art experience or skills necessary! All materials provided. Registration required.

Department of Veterans' Services Q&A

When: Thursday, March 12, 2026 - 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Georgia T. Lord Library at Children’s Area

Learn about your and your family's veterans benefits and services at this Q&A table presented by The Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services. ADVS provides direct services to Veterans through the administration of 50+ professional benefit counselors located throughout the state - helping Veterans connect with their VA benefits, two skilled-nursing Veterans' Home facilities in Phoenix and Tucson provide short and long-term care (with new homes under construction in Flagstaff and Yuma), and three Arizona Veterans' Memorial Cemeteries: in Sierra Vista, Camp Navajo near Flagstaff, and in Marana north of Tucson.

In addition, the Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services provides critical, state-wide coordination and technical assistance to services and organizations serving Veterans. This includes activities such as coordinating services across private and public sectors in serving targeted populations such as Veterans experiencing homelessness, and special needs for the growing population of Women Veterans - many of whom are at-risk, as well as building community capacity to address Veteran employment and higher education.

Cozy Crafters - Knit, Crochet, and Crafting

When: Thursday, March 12, 2026 - 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: El Mirage Branch at Program Room

Do you like to knit, crochet, or craft? Come in, sit a spell, and work on your latest project while enjoying the company of other crafters.

Hobby Haven

When: Thursday, March 12, 2026 - 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Where: Fountain Hills Branch at Conference Room

Whether you're working on a current hobby or eager to try something new, our hobby group is a perfect place to drop in and spend some time being creative! Bring your own project or use our supplies to try out a new hobby. We offer a variety of creative supplies for you to explore, including quilling kits, coloring pages, diamond painting, and painting essentials.

Android Phone Help Desk

When: Thursday, March 12, 2026 - 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Sun City Branch at Library

If you are having problems with your Android-based cell phone, bring it to the Sun City Library any Thursday afternoon. The Help Table is open from 2:00pm to 3:30pm on Thursdays at the library.

iPhone Essentials for Seniors and Caregivers

When: Friday, March 13, 2026 - 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Sun City Branch at Program Room

Are you confused about how to quickly dial 911 on your iPhone? In this presentation, you will learn everything you need to do to call emergency services quickly and easily. You will also learn how to eliminate confusing Apps and focus on the essentials.

Sound Bath Experience

When: Friday, March 13, 2026 - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Fountain Hills Branch at Conference Room

Immerse yourself in the healing power of sound at our rejuvenating Sound Bath Experience. Let waves of crystal bowls, crystal pyramid, and chimes wash over you, melting away stress and restoring harmony to mind, body, and spirit. No experience necessary—suggested items to bring include: mat, pillow, blanket, water, eye cover. These are not required though, and you may sit in a chair if you'd prefer.
Perfect for anyone seeking deep relaxation, clarity, or a reset.
Registration required.

AARP Tax Aide - By Appointment Only

When: Friday, March 13, 2026 - 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Queen Creek Branch at Mary Lou Fulton Story Time Room

AARP Tax Aide volunteers will be offering free tax preparation services by appointment only. Appointments must be made using the information below. The first day for tax preparation appointments will be 2/6/26.

For more information and to schedule online, visit: https://aztax-aide.org using the link below.

To leave a phone message with AARP for scheduling assistance, call:
602-904-6564.

"Let's Talk" ESL Conversation Group

When: Friday, March 13, 2026 - 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Perry Branch

Practice speaking and understanding English, meet new people, and have fun!

Master Gardener Presents: Ready, Set, Grow! Planting Your Warm-Season Garden

When: Friday, March 13, 2026 - 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Where: Georgia T. Lord Library at Community Room

Join Georgia Lord Library's Master Gardener Terri Kelly at noon. Presentations will be timely for the season covering topics from vegetable gardens, to landscape watering, to desert adapted plantings and everything in between.
This month: A deep dive into planting tomatoes, peppers, squash, melons, and beans. Topics include variety selection for desert heat, proper planting techniques, and how to transition from cool-season to warm-season crops.
Master Gardeners provide outreach and education to our community. And they help bring science-based information on plants, gardens and landscapes to the public.

Personal Experience of Holocaust

When: Friday, March 13, 2026 - 2:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Where: White Tank Branch at Program Room

Join us for an unforgettable presentation of history and firsthand storytelling. Holocaust survivor, author and Arizona resident Dirk Van Leenen shares the extraordinary story of his family’s heroic efforts to help Jewish families in Holland during World War II.

AARP Tax Aide - By Appointment Only

When: Saturday, March 14, 2026 - 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Queen Creek Branch at Mary Lou Fulton Story Time Room

AARP Tax Aide volunteers will be offering free tax preparation services by appointment only. Appointments must be made using the information below. The first day for tax preparation appointments will be 2/6/26.

For more information and to schedule online, visit: https://aztax-aide.org using the link below.

To leave a phone message with AARP for scheduling assistance, call:
602-904-6564.

Pup Portraits for a Purpose

When: Saturday, March 14, 2026 - 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Where: White Tank Branch at Program Room

Every dog has a story - help us tell it! Join us to paint a portrait of a local shelter dog at Maricopa County Animal Control. By creating these beautiful artworks, you’re helping a shelter pup stand out to potential adopters. No professional art skills required - just a love for animals and a desire to make a difference.

Yoga @ the Library

When: Sunday, March 15, 2026 - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: North Valley Regional at Story Time Room

This program is for adults (18+). Bring your mat and join us at the library for an hour-long morning yoga class! A professional instructor will lead us in a gentle yoga and breathing exercises for a range of abilities. Class space is filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Please bring your own yoga mat to class.

Senior Connections

When: Monday, March 16, 2026 - 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Georgia T. Lord Library at Programming Room

Are you a senior wanting to stay connected to other seniors in the community? Join us the 1st three Mondays for Senior Connections. We'll play card games, do puzzles, chat, listen to music, and generally have fun!

Craft & Chat

When: Monday, March 16, 2026 - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Ed Robson Branch at Programming Room

Crafters unite! Bring whatever craft project you are currently working on and let's craft together. Work on your craft project while we chat, share ideas and make new friends.
(This is a DROP-IN program, no need to register.)

Shrinky Dinks Floral Earrings

When: Monday, March 16, 2026 - 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: White Tank Branch at Program Room

The Shrinky Dinks aren't just for kids. Join us as we make beautiful floral earrings out of the same Shrinky Dinks you loved as a kid. Registration required. Ages 18+

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: Crafting with Bottle Caps

When: Tuesday, March 17, 2026 - 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Ed Robson Branch at Programming Room

In this series we learn fun ways to reuse items found around the home that may have found their way into the trash. They say everything that has ever been made still exists on the planet. Let's Create something interesting with what we already have. This month: Crafting with Bottle Caps.

Historical Fiction Book Club

When: Tuesday, March 17, 2026 - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Southeast Regional at The Dig (Event Room in Children's Section)

Do you love reading tales from long ago? Then join the historical fiction book club! The book for March will be The Spectacular by Fiona Davis. Nineteen-year-old Marion is over the moon to have been selected to be one of the Rockettes, Radio City Music Hall’s glamorous precision-dancing troupe. But one night a bomb explodes in the theater. It’s only the latest in a string of explosions around the city orchestrated by a person the press has nicknamed the "Big Apple Bomber." The police, at Marion’s urging, turn in desperation to a radical new technique: psychological profiling. Registration Required.

Springtime Garland

When: Tuesday, March 17, 2026 - 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: North Valley Regional at Story Time Room

This program is for adults (18+). Add to your springtime decor with a handmade garland! We'll use paper to create a series of flowers, and string them together to make a beautiful decoration.

Researching European Ancestors

When: Tuesday, March 17, 2026 - 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM
Where: Georgia T. Lord Library at Programming Room

Learn how to begin your search for family history! Are you interested in historical genealogy? Come and listen to Genealogy Instructor Denise Beeson present about ancestors who were living in various European countries and the "push & pull" of their lives that brought them to America.
Presentation includes migration within the US and Western Europe, understanding DNA, and how to use your results to find your matches. Explore the websites used in genealogy that most researchers should be aware of.

Collage Club Zine Workshop (For Adults)

When: Tuesday, March 17, 2026 - 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Where: Southeast Regional at The Dig (Event Room in Children's Section)

Collage Club is a craft series celebrating the art of cutting and sticking. This month we will be making a Zine (zeen). A zine is a small hand made art book, a published art magazine, or booklet that shares personal experiences or niche interests. All materials will be provided. Registration is required and all participants must be 18+

Readers' Roundtable BOOK CLUB

When: Wednesday, March 18, 2026 - 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Fountain Hills Branch at Conference Room

Do you like to talk with friends about books you are reading? Then join us for a book discussion. The theme this month is a book being adapted into a movie in 2026. So bring in whatever book you've read that fits our theme, and we'll discuss it.

Crafting Together: Learn Crochet

When: Thursday, March 19, 2026 - 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Ed Robson Branch at Programming Room

Crochet! One of the hottest crafts out there today. In this series we learn crochet from the very basic starting stitch through some fun projects to set you off on your own crochet path. No experience necessary, we'll 'hook' you up with all the starting materials you will need.

Cozy Crafters - Knit, Crochet, and Crafting

When: Thursday, March 19, 2026 - 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: El Mirage Branch at Program Room

Do you like to knit, crochet, or craft? Come in, sit a spell, and work on your latest project while enjoying the company of other crafters.

Hobby Haven

When: Thursday, March 19, 2026 - 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Where: Fountain Hills Branch at Conference Room

Whether you're working on a current hobby or eager to try something new, our hobby group is a perfect place to drop in and spend some time being creative! Bring your own project or use our supplies to try out a new hobby. We offer a variety of creative supplies for you to explore, including quilling kits, coloring pages, diamond painting, and painting essentials.

Art Exploration for Adults

When: Thursday, March 19, 2026 - 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Perry Branch

Do you want to try a different type of art each month? Come learn about color and technique as we experiment with different mediums. This month we will stretch our imagination, creating tiny art using a variety of mediums. Registration required.

Phoenix Art Museum -OFF WITH HIS HEAD!

When: Thursday, March 19, 2026 - 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Where: Southeast Regional at The Dig (Event Room in Children's Section)

The story of Judith and Holofernes was first written down in the 3rd century BCE and has
long been a popular subject for artists. Discover how incredibly different and fascinating
the story can be in the hands of different artists. With artworks dating from 1100 CE to the
present, we will use Judith’s story to explore art history from the Medieval period to
Contemporary art as well as the changing view of women over that same time.

"Let's Talk" ESL Conversation Group

When: Friday, March 20, 2026 - 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Perry Branch

Practice speaking and understanding English, meet new people, and have fun!

Book Chat

When: Friday, March 20, 2026 - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Litchfield Park Branch at Community Room

Come hang out with us at Book Chat! Each month has a theme—just pick a book that fits and bring your thoughts to the discussion. We’ll chat about what we’re reading, swap insights, and share book recommendations with other book lovers. Ages 19+

March's Theme: New Beginnings

AARP Tax Aide - By Appointment Only

When: Friday, March 20, 2026 - 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Queen Creek Branch at Mary Lou Fulton Story Time Room

AARP Tax Aide volunteers will be offering free tax preparation services by appointment only. Appointments must be made using the information below. The first day for tax preparation appointments will be 2/6/26.

For more information and to schedule online, visit: https://aztax-aide.org using the link below.

To leave a phone message with AARP for scheduling assistance, call:
602-904-6564.

AARP Tax Aide - By Appointment Only

When: Saturday, March 21, 2026 - 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Queen Creek Branch at Mary Lou Fulton Story Time Room

AARP Tax Aide volunteers will be offering free tax preparation services by appointment only. Appointments must be made using the information below. The first day for tax preparation appointments will be 2/6/26.

For more information and to schedule online, visit: https://aztax-aide.org using the link below.

To leave a phone message with AARP for scheduling assistance, call:
602-904-6564.

Adult Book Club: The Antidote

When: Saturday, March 21, 2026 - 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Litchfield Park Branch at Community Room

Come join us for this month's book discussion! The March title is The Antidote by Karen Russell. Copies of the book can picked up at the customer service desk.

Georgia O'Keeffe Art for Adults

When: Saturday, March 21, 2026 - 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Southeast Regional at The Dig (Event Room in Children's Section)

Join us in learning about the artist Georgia O'Keeffe and making art inspired by her. Materials provided. Registration required.

Blood Drive

When: Sunday, March 22, 2026 - 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Where: North Valley Regional

Please help support our Anthem area blood drive. The Vitalant Blood Mobile will be outside the North Valley Regional Library hosting a blood drive. Please help us save lives.

BINGO & Books!!

When: Monday, March 23, 2026 - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: White Tank Branch at Program Room

Play traditional bingo and win books!! This is a hybrid program which will meet in-person and live-virtually. Registration is required for in-person.

Email niahughes@mcldaz.org if you would like to play virtually.

Adult Fiction Book Club

When: Monday, March 23, 2026 - 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Georgia T. Lord Library at Programming Room

Join us on the fourth Monday of each month for a lively book discussion. This month's book is Beautiful Ugly by Alice Feeney. Copies of the book are available for check out at the Georgia T. Lord Library first floor front desk on 02/23/26 after the last book club lets out while supplies last.

Adult Fiction Book Club

When: Monday, March 23, 2026 - 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Georgia T. Lord Library at Programming Room

Join us on the fourth Monday of each month for a lively book discussion. This month's book is Beautiful Ugly by Alice Feeney. Copies of the book are available for check out at the Georgia T. Lord Library first floor front desk on 02/23/26 after the last book club lets out while supplies last.

Silent Writing Group

When: Monday, March 23, 2026 - 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Where: Perry Branch

Try a different kind of writing group! No pressure, no prompts, no sharing, no critique. Join us!
(other information: Silent Writing offers a space where writers can just write for one solid hour, silently and together. It's a great way to build a better writing habit and to make progress with your writing in low-stress way.)

Line Dancing at the Library

When: Monday, March 23, 2026 - 6:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: North Valley Regional at Story Time Room

Dust off your dancing shoes! Are you a fan of country line dancing? Have you been wanting to try something new? Join us for Line Dancing at the Library. All levels are welcome! Classes are lead by Lynn Solie. Please wear smooth bottom shoes.
Registration no longer required, space is limited.

West Valley Astronomy Club Presents: STAR PARTY

When: Monday, March 23, 2026 - 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Where: Georgia T. Lord Library at Goodyear Civic Square Park Stage

The desert southwest is the ‘astronomy capital’ of the United States. Here the sky is always a source of spectacle, inspiration, and discussion.
Astronomers and quality optical telescopes provide a unique experience of direct observation of the Moon, planets, their moons, galaxies, star clusters, and gaseous nebulae. You’ll be awed by this natural spectacle! The West Valley Astronomy Club leads this stargazing event with high powered telescopes. BRING LAWN CHAIRS and/or picnic blankets to enjoy the sounds of jazz under the stars!

Digital Library Help

When: Tuesday, March 24, 2026 - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Sun City Branch at Library

Have questions about digital library content like ebooks, audiobooks, movies & TV, music, magazines, research, and online classes? We’ll help you find answers! No registration needed.

Event FullCrafts for Adults-Oil Pastel Painting

When: Tuesday, March 24, 2026 - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Fairway Branch at Arizona Room 1

Join us each month to create a simple craft that you can take home and enjoy. This month we will be creating an oil pastel painting. Registration is required and will open on 3/3/26 @ 9:00 am.

Introverts Wanted!

When: Tuesday, March 24, 2026 - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Fountain Hills Branch at Conference Room

Join a welcoming discussion group for introverts, facilitated by Fountain Hills resident Darla Roberts. Roberts will share her own experiences as an introvert and how it has affected all aspects of her life. We’ll explore data on introversion, cultural perspectives, and shared experiences in a supportive space. Monthly sessions Jan–Mar 2026. Attend one or all—sharing optional. PLEASE REGISTER FOR EACH SESSION SEPARATELY.

K-Pop Dance Workshop

When: Tuesday, March 24, 2026 - 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Where: Litchfield Park Branch at Community Room

K-Pop Dance is a great way to get moving and learn popular dance moves. This workshop will be teaching basic moves to Stray Kids "Do It". This is a beginner level class but suitable for all experience levels. Please wear comfortable clothing and athletic shoes and bring water, this is a physical workout. Registration required. Ages 14 - Up.

Guided Meditation

When: Tuesday, March 24, 2026 - 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Where: Fountain Hills Branch at Conference Room

Join Diane Stallings, author and longtime meditation teacher, as she takes you through a 30 minute guided meditation while teaching strategies for handling stress

Sound Bath: Relax and Rejuvenate

When: Tuesday, March 24, 2026 - 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: Perry Branch

Join us to relax and relieve stress by listening to the sounds and vibrations from crystal singing bowls, chimes, and other instruments that help calm the body and quiet and rejuvenate the mind. Participants can lie down on the floor or sit in chairs. Reservations required.

Famous Arizonans with AZ Historical Society

When: Tuesday, March 24, 2026 - 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: North Valley Regional at Story Time Room

This program is for adults. Step into history with the Arizona Historical Society! In this program, the AZ Historical Society will share all about the history of our great state, and Arizonans who became famous and made their mark on history!

Painted Wooden Ring Frame (Adult Craft)

When: Tuesday, March 24, 2026 - 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: Southeast Regional at The Dig (Event Room in Children's Section)

Using wooden rings paint and create your own magnet frame. Registration is required for all participants and must be 18 or older.

Senior Cyber Safety & Computer Basics

When: Wednesday, March 25, 2026 - 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Sun City Branch at Program Room

This workshop will cover scam and fraud prevention, the targeting of senior citizens, and best practices and quick tips for navigating the Internet. Email and Internet basics will also be covered.

Fast Food Fifties

When: Wednesday, March 25, 2026 - 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Fountain Hills Branch at Conference Room

The 1950s were a decade marked by the post-World War II boom, the dawn of the Cold War and the Civil Rights movement in the United States. During the 1950s, the United States was the world’s strongest military power, the economy was booming, and the fruits of this prosperity–new cars, suburban houses and other consumer goods–were available to more people than ever before. The baby boom and the suburban boom went hand in hand. The booming prosperity of the 1950s helped to create a widespread sense of stability, contentment and consensus in the United States. The '50s were full of poodle skirts, greasers and some amazing food. Take a trip down memory lane with old recipes for 1950s food. These appetizers, main courses and desserts were popular back when a gallon of milk only cost $0.82!

Computer Basics

When: Wednesday, March 25, 2026 - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Southeast Regional at The Dig (Event Room in Children's Section)

If you are new to the computer, then Computer Basics is the place to start.
First 30 min we will learn how to navigate computer and how to use a keyboard. The next 30min we will handle any other issue you may have with a computer.
Laptops and mice are provided. You are more than welcome to bring your own device. Registration is required.

Grounds for Thought Book Discussion

When: Wednesday, March 25, 2026 - 2:45 PM - 3:45 PM
Where: North Valley Regional

Enjoy chatting about what you've read? Looking for some encouragement to read more? Join us for an afternoon of coffee, tea, and enthusiastic discussion at our monthly book club for adults. We'd love to have you come!

This month's book is "The Boxcar Librarian" by Brianna Labuskes

Inspired by true events, the stories of three women collide in this thrilling Depression-era novel. Millie Lang has been sent to Montana to work on the state’s “American Guide.” Instead, Millie becomes interested in the mysterious librarian, Alice Monroe. More than a decade earlier, Alice Monroe created the Boxcar Library in order to deliver books to isolated mining towns. Alice thought she found the perfect librarian to staff the train car in Colette Durand, a miner's daughter with a shotgun and too many secrets behind her eyes. Now, no one in Missoula will tell Millie why both Alice and Colette went out on the inaugural journey of the Boxcar Library, but only Alice returned. The three women's stories dramatically converge in the search to uncover what someone is so desperately trying to hide: what happened to Colette Durand.

Games Unplugged

When: Wednesday, March 25, 2026 - 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Sun City Branch at Program Room

Meet new friends and have fun as you play tabletop games at the library! Bring your own, or play our classic and modern games. No registration needed. Adults, School Age, Teens. Funded by the Friends of the Sun City Libraries.

Illuminating Ballet

When: Wednesday, March 25, 2026 - 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Fairway Branch at Arizona Room 1

Experience the beauty of ballet through classic excerpts, and introduction to key movements, and modern interpretations. This program blends nostalgia with innovation to celebrate ballet’s rich history and exciting future. Registration is required.

Creations with Canva: To Do List

When: Wednesday, March 25, 2026 - 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Where: Queen Creek Branch at Mary Lou Fulton Story Time Room

Make your own personalized templates for every event or project imaginable! Get guided instruction on how to use Canva and leave with a digital product saved to reuse whenever you like.

This month we will be making a "To Do List" template.

Bring a device you prefer to work on, or borrow a library laptop. Your final product will be saved in your Canva account.

Cozy Crafters - Knit, Crochet, and Crafting

When: Thursday, March 26, 2026 - 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: El Mirage Branch at Program Room

Do you like to knit, crochet, or craft? Come in, sit a spell, and work on your latest project while enjoying the company of other crafters.

Fiction and More Book Club

When: Thursday, March 26, 2026 - 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Where: Sun City Branch at Program Room

Join us to read and discuss great fiction and nonfiction! This month’s selection is 1984 by George Orwell. Anyone is welcome, even if you haven’t read the book and would just like to listen in on the discussion. Registration needed. Adults.

The Ed Robson Film Society: The Phoenix Lights: We Are Not Alone

When: Thursday, March 26, 2026 - 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Ed Robson Branch at Programming Room

Join the Ed Robson Film Society, where we will watch and discuss creative and enjoyable films from a variety of genres, eras and cultures. Following each screening will be a book club style discussion about the film. This month's film is a documentary about an event that took place in AZ in 1997: The Phoenix Lights: We are Not Alone.

Android Phone Help Desk

When: Thursday, March 26, 2026 - 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Sun City Branch at Library

If you are having problems with your Android-based cell phone, bring it to the Sun City Library any Thursday afternoon. The Help Table is open from 2:00pm to 3:30pm on Thursdays at the library.

Adult Game Night

When: Thursday, March 26, 2026 - 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: Southeast Regional at The Dig (Event Room in Children's Section)

Let the games begin! Hang out and learn a new game or play an old favorite. Ages 18 and up are welcome! Third Thursdays of each month. Board/card games provided, however, feel free to bring your own.

AARP Tax Aide - By Appointment Only

When: Friday, March 27, 2026 - 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Queen Creek Branch at Mary Lou Fulton Story Time Room

AARP Tax Aide volunteers will be offering free tax preparation services by appointment only. Appointments must be made using the information below. The first day for tax preparation appointments will be 2/6/26.

For more information and to schedule online, visit: https://aztax-aide.org using the link below.

To leave a phone message with AARP for scheduling assistance, call:
602-904-6564.

Travel Planning With Your iPhone

When: Friday, March 27, 2026 - 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Sun City Branch at Program Room

James Cowlin will present a survey of the apps you can use when planning your next trip, whether by plane, train, boat or automobile.

"Let's Talk" ESL Conversation Group

When: Friday, March 27, 2026 - 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Perry Branch

Practice speaking and understanding English, meet new people, and have fun!

Needle Felted Friends

When: Friday, March 27, 2026 - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Litchfield Park Branch at Community Room

Join us each month as we create simple and unique crafts. This month we will learn felting techniques and create needle felted animals of your choosing! All materials provided. Registration required.

Stitch & Share-Needlepoint Magnet

When: Friday, March 27, 2026 - 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Fairway Branch at Arizona Room 1

Join us for Stitch & Share, a welcoming monthly gathering for beginners and experienced crafters alike! Each month, explore fiber arts such as needlepoint, cross-stitch, embroidery, crocheting, and more. This month, we’ll be creating a colorful needlepoint magnet while chatting and stitching together. No matter your skill level, you’re invited to relax, learn, and share. Finished pieces can be donated. All supplies will be provided. Registration required.

AARP Tax Aide - By Appointment Only

When: Saturday, March 28, 2026 - 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Queen Creek Branch at Mary Lou Fulton Story Time Room

AARP Tax Aide volunteers will be offering free tax preparation services by appointment only. Appointments must be made using the information below. The first day for tax preparation appointments will be 2/6/26.

For more information and to schedule online, visit: https://aztax-aide.org using the link below.

To leave a phone message with AARP for scheduling assistance, call:
602-904-6564.

Puzzle Swap

When: Saturday, March 28, 2026 - 10:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Where: Perry Branch

Come and refresh your jigsaw puzzle collection by swapping out your old ones for new-to-you puzzles! Bring your unwanted puzzles in good, complete condition and choose one from the table for each puzzle you bring.

Yoga @ the Library

When: Sunday, March 29, 2026 - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: North Valley Regional at Story Time Room

This program is for adults (18+). Bring your mat and join us at the library for an hour-long morning yoga class! A professional instructor will lead us in a gentle yoga and breathing exercises for a range of abilities. Class space is filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Please bring your own yoga mat to class.

AI Is Here!

When: Tuesday, March 31, 2026 - 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: Southeast Regional at Shakespeare Room

Experience interactive learning, creativity and hands-on exploration at this FREE community workshop designed for everyone. Miguel Fernandez (Topic: AI for Good/Everyone and AI Ethics) and Rodolfo Alvarez (Topic: AI for Business).

Book Bingo

When: Tuesday, March 31, 2026 - 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: North Valley Regional at Story Time Room

This program is for adults (18+). Love books? We do too! In this program we'll play Bingo with a bookish theme! Come with a friend or solo, and win a prize if you get five in a row!

All Books Considered - "Whale Fall" by Elizabeth O'Connor

When: Tuesday, March 31, 2026 - 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: Southeast Regional at The Dig (Event Room in Children's Section)

An evening book club intended for busy readers looking to make connections and read a variety of genres. The March title is "Whale Fall" by Elizabeth O'Connor.

2026 Reading Challenge registration

When: Wednesday, April 01, 2026 - All Day
Where: Fountain Hills Branch

Take part in the Book Lovers Reading Challenge in 2026! Celebrate our collective love of books by reading about characters that connect or reconnect through books. Grab all the details and your reading log at the display near the library entrance. You can start anytime throughout the year and earn a chance to win prizes when you complete the challenge. Happy reading!

Mystery Book Club

When: Wednesday, April 01, 2026 - 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Where: Sun City Branch at Program Room

Join us to read and discuss great mysteries! This month’s selection is A Rip Through Time by Kelley Armstrong. Anyone is welcome, even if you haven’t read the book and would just like to listen in on the discussion. Registration needed. Adults.

Mystery Book Club

When: Thursday, April 02, 2026 - 1:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Where: Southeast Regional at The Dig (Event Room in Children's Section)

The Unwedding by Ally Condie

Art Docent Talks: Dance in Art

When: Thursday, April 02, 2026 - 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Georgia T. Lord Library at Programming Room

A Presentation and Conversation with Phoenix Art Museum Master Docent Melinda Donovan
Join us as we journey through the ages to explore Dance in Art. Dance is performed as a form of emotional expression, social interaction, religious and ethnic ritual, or pure entertainment. We will begin in ancient Egypt and travel through different countries, cultures, and periods of art up to the present day. Included are works of art by famous artists like Degas, Renoir, Van Gogh, Chagall, and O’Keeffe, plus masterworks from Phoenix Art Museum’s permanent collection.

Android Phone Help Desk

When: Thursday, April 02, 2026 - 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Sun City Branch at Library

If you are having problems with your Android-based cell phone, bring it to the Sun City Library any Thursday afternoon. The Help Table is open from 2:00pm to 3:30pm on Thursdays at the library.

AARP Tax Aide - By Appointment Only

When: Friday, April 03, 2026 - 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Queen Creek Branch at Mary Lou Fulton Story Time Room

AARP Tax Aide volunteers will be offering free tax preparation services by appointment only. Appointments must be made using the information below. The first day for tax preparation appointments will be 2/6/26.

For more information and to schedule online, visit: https://aztax-aide.org using the link below.

To leave a phone message with AARP for scheduling assistance, call:
602-904-6564.

"Let's Talk" ESL Conversation Group

When: Friday, April 03, 2026 - 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Perry Branch

Practice speaking and understanding English, meet new people, and have fun!

Gather & Game

When: Friday, April 03, 2026 - 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Litchfield Park Branch at Community Room

Bring your friends and join us as we learn easy and fun games to play together! This month, we will learn and play the card game golf- a simple game of strategy and luck. Winners will be able to choose a free lightly used library book to keep.

Ask A Master Gardener

When: Friday, April 03, 2026 - 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Southeast Regional at Display Case, Please Check @ Information Desk

Have a question about local gardening, local insects, and local plants? Come ask a master gardener your questions the first Friday of each month from 12-2 and learn about all these and more! Registration not required.

Relaxation 101

When: Friday, April 03, 2026 - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Ed Robson Branch at Programming Room

Learn techniques to relax, de-stress and tap into your personal energy, and more.

MULTIPLE BRANCH SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

AARP Tax Aide - By Appointment Only

"Let's Talk" ESL Conversation Group

Farkle Friday

Ask A Master Gardener

3rd Annual Dementia Caregiver Summit

AARP Tax Aide - By Appointment Only

Game ON!

Ask A Master Gardener

EVENT FULL: Gentle Yoga

Unsolved Case Files

EVENT FULL: Collage Club Zine Workshop (For Adults)

Rhythm is Life Steel Drum performance

Senior Connections

Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Club: I, Robot by Isaac Asimov

Art Afternoon: Twentieth Century Fashion

Genealogy- Weaving culture history into our family history writing

Silent Writing Group CANCELLED

Line Dancing at the Library

Digital Library Help

Simple Crafts for Adults-Wool Ball Diffuser

Tech Training Tuesday: Social Media

Guided Meditation

Irish Fiddle Live!

Adult Art Class: Watercoloring our World

Department of Veterans' Services Q&A

Cozy Crafters - Knit, Crochet, and Crafting

Hobby Haven

Android Phone Help Desk

iPhone Essentials for Seniors and Caregivers

Sound Bath Experience

AARP Tax Aide - By Appointment Only

"Let's Talk" ESL Conversation Group

Master Gardener Presents: Ready, Set, Grow! Planting Your Warm-Season Garden

Personal Experience of Holocaust

AARP Tax Aide - By Appointment Only

Pup Portraits for a Purpose

Yoga @ the Library

Senior Connections

Craft & Chat

Shrinky Dinks Floral Earrings

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: Crafting with Bottle Caps

Historical Fiction Book Club

Springtime Garland

Researching European Ancestors

Collage Club Zine Workshop (For Adults)

Readers' Roundtable BOOK CLUB

Crafting Together: Learn Crochet

Cozy Crafters - Knit, Crochet, and Crafting

Hobby Haven

Art Exploration for Adults

Phoenix Art Museum -OFF WITH HIS HEAD!

"Let's Talk" ESL Conversation Group

Book Chat

AARP Tax Aide - By Appointment Only

AARP Tax Aide - By Appointment Only

Adult Book Club: The Antidote

Georgia O'Keeffe Art for Adults

Blood Drive

BINGO & Books!!

Adult Fiction Book Club

Adult Fiction Book Club

Silent Writing Group

Line Dancing at the Library

West Valley Astronomy Club Presents: STAR PARTY

Digital Library Help

**Event Full**Crafts for Adults-Oil Pastel Painting

Introverts Wanted!

K-Pop Dance Workshop

Guided Meditation

Sound Bath: Relax and Rejuvenate

Famous Arizonans with AZ Historical Society

Painted Wooden Ring Frame (Adult Craft)

Senior Cyber Safety & Computer Basics

Fast Food Fifties

Computer Basics

Grounds for Thought Book Discussion

Games Unplugged

Illuminating Ballet

Creations with Canva: To Do List

Event FullCrafts for Adults-Oil Pastel Painting