October 2011

Halloween Fun for the Family

Halloween is fast approaching, and many of you are on the lookout for things to do that will get the entire family in the spooky spirit of the holiday. Don’t forget to take a look at what the Scottsdale Library has to offer:

Halloween Family Fun!
Calling all ghosts, goblins and other costumed characters – Stop by the library & trick or treat with us!
See our online calendar for dates and times

Fang Fest:
Get your fright on while we watch vampire movies & enjoy some monster munchies.
See our online calendar for dates and times

Finding Ghosts in Phoenix & Beyond
Ghost lovers & authors Katie Mullaly and Patrick Ohlde have researched haunted places in Phoenix. Hear the facts they present in their latest book, Finding Ghosts in Phoenix.
Wed / Oct 19 / 6:30 pm / Civic Center

Is the Library Haunted?
Sonoran Paranormal Investigators are here to discuss how they hunt ghosts & answer your questions!
Sat / Oct 22 / 1 pm / Arabian
Sat / Oct 29 / 2 pm / Palomino

Author Event – A.S. King

Meet award winning author A.S. King, author of The Dust of 100 Dogs and the critically acclaimed Please ignore Vera Dietz. Don’t miss this chance to learn about her road to success.

Meet Author A.S. King
Fri / Oct 7 / 3:30 pm / Palomino

Knowing and Growing

Parents, if you need help tackling toilet training, temper tantrums, meal time issues, as well as knowing the best books for your kiddos, then you should check out the Knowing & Growing programs at the Library. Ages birth to 5 years.

These programs, funded by a grant from First Things First, provide a wealth of information to help make your parenting life easier.

Knowing and Growing

Civic Center Library Renovation

The Civic Center Library Renovation has begun! When you visit this library, please bear with us as we help to improve the layout of the library so it is more functional and up to date with:

1. A coffee/snack bar
2. An updated computer area
3. A new Library Shop
4. New Flooring in the lobby
5. Automated book returns
6. Updated seating and study areas

This project is funded by the city of Scottsdale general fund. For more information about the renovation, please see: www.scottsdalelibrary.org/CivicCenterUpdate

Friends of the Library Literacy Events

1st Person Architectural History
Doug Sydnor, local architect and member of the Scottsdale Library Board presents his second book Plugger: The Architecture of Reginald Sydnor, which features his father’s architecture from 1952 to 1994. The book covers a 42 year period over three states and six architectural firms, but his most lengthy, creative and productive period was in the Valley of the Sun. Sydnor will sign all books all books on site.
October 13 / 6 pm / Appaloosa

"A Cowboy Christmas" An American Tale
Tom Van Dyke, a Cave Creek resident, writes a tale for the season. His creative expression of writing and film production are shared with his creation of fine art—his sculptures, paintings and photography are in the permanent collections at renowned museums across the country. A Cowboy Christmas will be available for signing at the event.
November 2 / 5:30 pm / Fifth and Wine
Join us at Fifth and Wine for some wine and holiday stories.
Fifth and Wine, 7081 E. Fifth Avenue in downtown Scottsdale

For more information about these programs, please visit: www.scottsdalelibraryfriends.org

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Comments or questions, please contact Ann Porter by email at aporter@scottsdaleaz.gov.

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