The library offers so much more than just books, movies and music to check out. Find something to check out and take home or use in the library.
Want to host a board game night or try out a new video game? We've got you covered! We have a large variety of board and video games for all ages. Only five games can be checked out at a time. Video games formats include Playstation 4 and 5, Xbox One and X and Nintendo Switch. Video games check out for 14 days and are not renewable.
If you are interested in starting your own book discussion group or energizing your current one, then pick up a Book Club to Go at Scottsdale Public Library.
Book Club to Go contain multiple copies of a book and a discussion guide to help get the conversation started.
To check out a Book Club to Go, request the items online. All Book Club to Go kits check out for 45 days.
Citizen Science Kits are small boxes containing everything you need for a specific science experiment. All kits come with equipment and instructions to do scientific research observations and a link to report your findings to an ongoing research project.
The Act One Culture Pass program allows library cardholders to check out admission for up to two people to participating cultural institutions.
Launchpads are tablets for children pre-loaded with educational content. Every branch has a selection of tablets available to use in the building. Ask your local branch for more information!
In partnership with Blue Zones Project Scottsdale and the Friends of Scottsdale Public Library, the Scottsdale Seed Library is stocked with edible plant and herb seeds appropriate for the Arizona growing conditions and seasons.
VOX Books are read-aloud picture and chapter books. Professional audio narration of the book is preloaded, enabling children to read and listen to the book simultaneously.
Last Updated: Jun 30, 2025