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Library News & Updates

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September is Library Card Sign-Up Month!

Discover how a single card can open the door to endless opportunities. With a library card, you can do more than simply check out books.

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Mustang Library Unveils New Wall to Enhance Quiet Spaces and Youth Learning
Aug 13, 2025
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Access to Arizona Republic
Aug 6, 2025
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Photography in Translation Art Exhibition
Jul 23, 2025
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More Time to Read, Explore, and Discover—Expanded Hours Begin July 1
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Fuel Up for Free: Kids Café Serves Daily Lunches All Summer
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Upcoming Events

Sept 17

Why College is Important

Civic Center Library

Presented by Scottsdale Community CollegeCollege opens doors to greater career opportunities, higher...

Sept 17 5:30 p.m.
Sept 18

Books 2 Boogie

Civic Center Library

(ages 0-5 / 30 min)Share the joy of playful learning together! Children and their caregivers partici...

Sept 18 10 a.m.
Sept 18

Baby Cuddles

Arabian Library

(ages 0-24 months / 20 min / space is limited) This program develops babies’ literacy and learning s...

Sept 18 10:15 a.m.
Sept 18

Baby Cuddles

Arabian Library

(ages 0-24 months / 20 min / space is limited) This program develops babies’ literacy and learning s...

Sept 18 11 a.m.
Sept 18

Kahoots Trivia

Civic Center Library

(ages 12-18 / 60 min)Test your trivia knowledge! Come with friends or meet new ones. Enjoy a night o...

Sept 18 5 p.m.
Sept 18

Paying for College: Unlocking Financial Aid, Scholarships and Smart Strategies

Civic Center Library

Navigate college costs confidently. This workshop covers key resources, including how to complete t...

Sept 18 5:30 p.m.
Sept 18

Ukrainky : Ukranian Women Conversation Series

Civic Center Library

(ages 12 and up / 60 min) "Ukrainky" is a compelling lecture series that lends historical perspectiv...

Sept 18 6 p.m.
Sept 19

Scottsdale Bakes

Non-Branch Location

Hello fellow bakers! Do you love to bake? Scottsdale Bakes is an informal virtual baking club. We wi...

Sept 19 10:30 a.m.
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