Event List

Let the playtime begin! Every Tuesday morning, the youth area transforms into a playful space just for babies and toddlers. Families are invited to explore age-appropriate toys and connect with others during this informal playdate.

Gather round for a fun and interactive storytime, filled with stories, fingerplays, and songs! This program is geared towards children between the ages of 3 and 5 and will give them an opportunity to socialize and have fun all while learning

Discover how strikingly helpful it can be to write alongside other writers. All skill levels and types of writing are welcome - a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, song, poem, or even work.

Children learn and grow through play! Stay and Play at Main is a special time for families with young children to visit and play after story time. Each week there will be a variety of engaging toys available to explore in the youth department.

Toddlers and their caretakers are invited to join us for books, songs, rhymes, and movement, followed by playtime! This program is appropriate for ages 18 mos. to 3 years old.  No registration necessary.

Dive into the colorful world of Pinkalicious, inspired by the beloved book by Victoria Kann! Experience Pinkalicious's adventure as her love for pink cupcakes leads to a lesson about embracing individuality.

This event will be held at the Glendale Community Center at 5401 W. Ocotillo Rd. The Velma Teague Library will be closed to address Murphy Park walkway improvements. We apologize for the inconvenience.

A Free Program for Caregivers of Children Ages 0–5

This event will be held at the Glendale Community Center at 5401 W. Ocotillo Rd. The Velma Teague Library will be closed to address Murphy Park walkway improvements. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Planned for children ages 0 to 3 years with a parent/caregiver. Join us in reading simple books, singing fun songs, & enjoying imaginative fingerplays!  Call 623-930-3600 for more information.

Join Ms. Brenda and our special guests for an interactive storytime featuring fun stories, music, songs, and lots of movement!  After the program, take a look at a police car up close.

Planned for children ages 0 to 3 years with a parent/caregiver. Join us in reading simple books, singing fun songs, & enjoying imaginative fingerplays!  Call 623-930-3600 for more information.

In this colorful, hands-on art program, tweens, ages 9-11, will explore the bold and energetic world of abstract artist Mildred Thompson.

Discover kumihimo, the ancient Japanese art of braiding! Using a simple disk, create beautiful braided bracelets or bookmarks with intricate patterns. This meditative craft is surprisingly easy and wonderfully relaxing.

Creating your own one-of-a-kind piece of embroidered art. Using thread and needles, we'll transform a blank canvas into a unique piece of string art using a mix of templates.

Join Miss Holly for a family story time session, open to kids of all ages! Engage in interactive activities such as stories, songs, and props. Explore the joys of reading while having fun with the family! 

This community-oriented book club gathers once a month to read and discuss Adult and Teen speculative fiction—science fiction, fantasy, fabulism, and a splash of horror and romance—told from fresh perspectives.

Discover the hauntingly beautiful sound of the glass armonica in this uniqueprogram featuring musician Lynn Drye.

Designed especially for babies and toddlers up to age 3, this cozy storytime invites little ones and their grown-ups to enjoy gentle songs, playful fingerplays, and engaging stories together.

A Free Program for Caregivers of Children Ages 0–5

Laugh, sing, wiggle, and wonder—Family Storytime is the perfect way for little ones ages 3 to 5 and their families to start the day!

Bring your acoustic instrument and play bluegrass, country, folk, gospel, and more round-robin style! All levels of players welcome. Audience and singers also are encouraged to attend. On the first and third Friday of each month. 

🧵 Kids Crafternoon at Foothills: Pipe Cleaner Ninjas

Reserve a spot to read with a therapy dog friend!  Bobby is a cute little Pekingese that has been called a Golden Retriever in a Pekingese costume!