Pinal County Library District
NEWSLETTER
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Make the Most of your Library: |
Our website provides a catalog of all of our library materials, Plus, you can download eBooks and audiobooks, as well as access an extensive suite of research databases.
But what if you can't find what you're looking for, or something doesn't seem to work right?
Just like at your local library, you can ask a Librarian! Just click the "Ask" button at the lower left side of our homepage and fill out the online form. Send us a description of what you need or what went wrong, and staff at Pinal County Library District will get back to you by phone or email (your choice) to help troubleshoot and resolve the issue. Please note that staff is only available during regular office hours, Monday-Friday, 8AM to 5PM. Questions submitted after hours or on weekends will be answered the following business day.
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Apache Junction Public Library Wants to Hear from You! |
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The Apache Junction Public Library is doing a survey to collect feedback from their members. Tell us what you think and how the Apache Junction Library can become the best library for you!
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Library Events This Month: |
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Here are just a handful of the more than 350 free programs taking place at Pinal County libraries this month. View our online calendar for the full list of events.
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Saturday April 2, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Casa Grande Main Library
449 N Dry Lake
Casa Grande, AZ 85122
(520) 421-8710
The Arizona Genealogical Advisory Board and the Arizona State Library, Archives, and Public Records present a free, virtual event.
Watch the 2022 Arizona Genealogy Day promo video here.
Schedule of Programs
9:00-10:00AM "Defining Potential Migration Routes & Locating Crucial Steps to the West" J. Mark Lowe, FUGA
10:00-10:15am Break
10:15-11:15am "An Introduction to Researching Your Mexican Ancestors" - Colleen Robledo Greene
11:15-12:30 Lunch on your own
12:30-1:30pm "Genealogy Gems in Government Documents" by Brittany Styles & Janelle Breedveld
1:30-1:45pm Break
1:45-2:45pm "The Genealogy-Do-Over: A Year of Learning from My Mistakes" by Thomas MacEntee
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Mondays in April, 7:30-9:00 pm
Apache Junction Public Library
1556 N Idaho Rd.
Apache Junction, AZ 85119
(480) 474-8555
Ever been interested in exploring the night sky? Here is your opportunity! Come and spend the evening learning to locate and see the stars. This month, we will be meeting behind the Library by the hitching post. Intended for ages 9+
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Thursday April 7, 2:00 - 3:30 pm
Coolidge Public Library
160 W. Central Avenue
Coolidge, AZ 85128
(520) 723-6030
In addition to an entertaining, visual display of the communities, towns, and settlements that contributed to the early growth of the state, this presentation also focuses on respect for these diminishing historic resources.
Most of the photographs represent a comprehensive exploration of Arizona ghost towns made by Mr. Mark in the 1960’s and 1970’s. Many sites have been seriously degraded. Most are on public land with little or no protection afforded.
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Saturday April 9, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Oracle Public Library
565 East American Avenue,
Oracle, AZ, 85623
(520) 896-2121
The semi-annual book sale is back! Stop by the parking lot at the Oracle Public Library to browse a selection of donated and gently-used library materials. Build your own book collection while helping to support your local library!
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Saturday April 9, 10:00 - 11:00 am
Maricopa Library & Cultural Center
18160 N Maya Angelou Dr.
Maricopa, AZ 85138
(520) 568-2926
Pinal County Master Gardeners come to MLCC to talk all things Arizona gardening.
Contrary to popular belief there's more to Arizona plants than cacti! Members of the Pinal County Master Gardeners are here to guide you to gardening success in the desert. Registration is required for this program. Click the link above to reserve your spot today.
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Wednesday April 13, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
San Tan Valley Library
31505 N Schnepf Rd
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(520) 866-8035
Kids ages 8-12 are invited to sit by the campfire and hear some fun, but spooky stories, roast some marshmallows and play a game.
This program is after-hours so parents are strongly encouraged to be present. The stories are kid-friendly, but may still cause a fright. You know your child best. The campfire isn’t real, of course, but the marshmallows and hot chocolate are. Parental permission is required.
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Friday April 15, 2:00-3:00 pm
Apache Junction Public Library
1556 N Idaho Rd.
Apache Junction, AZ 85119
(480) 474-8555
Did you know that Arizona has more species of hummingbirds and owls than any other state? Do you know the birds that visit your yard?
Our experienced presenter will teach you all about the birds of the desert, including their songs, what they look like, and how they get along in this desert world.
Presented by Vera Walters, who has taught birding classes through Central Arizona College, Southwestern Field Studies, Road Scholar, the National Park Service, the U.S. Forest Service as well as various private organizations. She is a regular volunteer with Lost Dutchman State Park.
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This Month's Featured Database |
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Warm weather means it's time for road trips!
Get the detailed information you need to tackle vehicle maintenance and repairs with the Chilton Auto Repair Library.
The Chilton Library features:
- Maintenance and specification tables that provide the unique data you need for each specific vehicle.
- Step-by-step service and repair procedures, and labor estimating tool to help you confidently determine your next move.
- Vacuum diagrams to simplify troubleshooting.
- Wiring diagrams to help explain system operation.
- Close-up photographs and illustrations for visual support.
- ASE test prep quizzes for the most popular certification exams
You can find Chilton Library and all our other databases on our website, by clicking the RESEARCH tab.
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- Need help finding your local library?
- Need help navigating our website?
Follow along with this video tour covering the basics
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Pinal County Library District
520-866-6457
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