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Agave LibraryAgave Library9 a.m. to 5 p.m.9 a.m. to 6 p.m.9 a.m. to 6 p.m.9 a.m. to 6 p.m.9 a.m. to 5 p.m.9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Closed<div class="ExternalClass17B3ECC5F7B648B2A49D77EDF9CD5DF8">23550 N. 36th Ave, 85310​<br></div>agave<div class="ExternalClass2E0B5DEF8DC34410ACD87C40F8D1F62A"><p>​Agave Library is a pavilion of masonry, metal and glass set in natural desert landscaping. A tower contains the children's story room and marks the location from Pinnacle Peak Road. The polished concrete floors, inlaid area rugs, colorfully upholstered furniture and sky-lit exposed wood truss ceiling suggest a traditional Arizona "great" room.</p><p>A community meeting room seats 65.<br></p><p>Electric vehicle (EV) charging is available.​​<br></p><h5>Public​​ Art</h5><p>"Parabiosis VII" by Kendall Buster, Sculptor. Commissioned by the Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture.<br></p><h5>Awards</h5><p>Honor Award - Arizona Chapter of the American Institute of Architects<br>Named one of 10 New Landmark Libraries by Library Journal in 2011​​<br><br></p></div><div class="ExternalClass2F3383B9FDFE4DB8AF6DA088054FCDD6"><p>​Agave Library is located on 36th Avenue north of Pinnacle Peak Road. Visit<a href="https://www.valleymetro.org/" target="_blank"> Valley Metro</a> for public transportation routes serving the library.​<br></p></div><iframe title="Agave Library" src="https://www.google.com/maps/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d3319.368607493529!2d-112.14206468440503!3d33.6994096436875!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x872b65e31d1ec5df%3A0x1a3b2c7091715f5e!2sAgave%20Library!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1600304159568!5m2!1sen!2sus" width="600" height="450" frameborder="0" style="border:0;" allowfullscreen="" aria-hidden="false" tabindex="0"></iframe><div class="ExternalClass8F4F4BAF81BE487CBA971ACC9091CC80"><p> <strong>Size</strong>: 25,000 square feet<br><strong>Opening</strong>: June 20, 2009<br><strong>Architect</strong>: will bruder + PARTNERS, LTD.​</p><p> <strong>City of Phoenix Council District</strong>: 1<br><br></p></div>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/locations/agave

 

 

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Programs at Agave LibraryPrograms at Agave Library<i class="fas fa-calendar-alt"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=798<div class="ExternalClass8DAAA54AC02B492292B3512BD01F3FE2"><p>​Browse all programs at Agave Library.<br></p></div>https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/calendar/agaveNew Window
Ask UsAsk Us<i class="fad fa-question"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/services/ask-us<div class="ExternalClass05FA82D84C824C82A82CFB36E8DA67EC"><p>​We are unable to answer legal or medical questions, search microforms or research obituaries. If your question is beyond the scope of our resources, we will let you know.<br></p><div><h2><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">Call Us</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></h2></div><div><p><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">For immediate assistance please telephone the Call Center at (602) 262-4636.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> <br><br></span></p></div><div><h3><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">Call Center hours:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> <br><br></span></h3></div><div><p><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">Monday through Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"><br>Sunday: Closed<br><br></span></p></div><p>Due to a high volume of calls and inquiries you may experience a temporary delay in our reply to your email. Thank you for your patience. One of our library staff will respond to you as soon as possible.</p><p>​All Phoenix Public Library locations are open. Book drops at all locations are available 24/7. <br></p><h2>Email Us<br></h2></div>
Hotspot Lending ProgramHotspot Lending Program<i class="fas fa-wifi"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/services/computers-internet/hotspot-lending-program​​WiFi Hotspots are now available for check out at Phoenix Public Library.<div class="ExternalClassEC79FDF6472D4557BC89231971126052"><p>​​WiFi Hotspots are now available for check out.</p><p>Learn more about checking out a hotspot:​</p><h3>Req​uirements</h3><ul><li>Borrowers must have a valid Phoenix Public Library account, and either a current government issued photo identification or proof of their current address must be presented at time of checkout.</li><li>The Phoenix Public Library account holder must be in good standing, including current address and contact information, fees not exceeding $25, and not in collections.</li><li>The Library account holder must be 18 years of age or older to checkout a hotspot on their card.</li><li>The Phoenix Public Library account holder must read, understand, and sign this agreement (with link to the waiver) at the time of each hotspot check out.</li><li>Hotspots cannot be renewed.<br></li><li>Hotspots are available for checkout only at the walk-up service desk.</li><li>Hotspots may only be checked out for three weeks at a time.</li><li>Maximum of 5 devices can connect to the hotspot at one time.</li><li>Hotspot and charging cord must be returned to the same location from where it was checked out.</li><li>Hotspots should not be returned in the book drop for any reason. Borrowers will be billed for resulting damage to the hotspot and charging cord and may be denied future hotspot checkout.</li><li>Customers will continue to receive overdue notices, if applicable. If the hotspot is not returned on the 36th day of being overdue. The customer will be charged for the device and any peripherals.</li><li>Hotspots will be disabled after the due date.</li></ul><h3>Replaceme​​​​nt Fees</h3><p>The borrower is responsible for costs associated with damage, loss, or non-return of the hotspot and charging cord. The borrower will be billed for the replacement fee of the hotspot or charging cord. Accounts billed for a hotspot that have not been returned may be submitted for collections and the account charged an additional $15.00 non-negotiable collection fee.</p><p>Hotspot : $90<br>Hotspot Charger: $20 </p></div>
Mobile PrintingMobile Printing<i class="fad fa-print"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/services/computers-internet/mobile-printingPrint any document or web page virtually from your Internet-connected device to a printer at a participating library location. <div class="ExternalClassDDEEA6AE220F44028CCEF2BFC4D56E9A"><p>Print any document or web page virtually from your Internet-connected device to a printer at one of the library locations below.</p><p>The Library offers both black-and-white or color printing and photocopying. Effective April 4, 2022, c​harges are as follows:</p><ul><li>Black-and-white - 20 cents per page (10 cents per page at South Mountain Community Library)</li><li>Color - 40 cents per page (50 cents per page at South Mountain Community Library)</li></ul><p>Print or copy jobs may be paid for with cash only and may be paid with one-dollar and five-dollar bills as well as coins. Prices vary due to contractual agreements with the leasing agencies involved.</p><p>Before visiting the library, access the link below, and follow the instructions provided. Allow for at least a 30 minute window before your print job will be available for pick-up.</p><p>​​Mobile Printing is currently available at the following library locations.​</p><p> <a href="https://www.printeron.net/ppl/burtonbarr" target="_blank"><strong>Burton Barr Central Library</strong></a> <br>1221 N. Central Ave., 85008 </p><p> <a href="https://www.printeron.net/ppl/acacia" target="_blank"><strong>Acacia Li​brary</strong> </a> <br> 750 E. Townley Ave., 85020 </p><p> <a href="https://www.printeron.net/ppl/agave" target="_blank"><strong>Agave Library</strong></a> <br>23550 N. 36th Ave, 85310 </p><p> <a href="https://www.printeron.net/ppl/century" target="_blank"><strong>Century Library</strong></a> <br>1750 E. Highland Ave., 85016 </p><p> <a href="https://www.printeron.net/ppl/cesarchavez" target="_blank"><strong>Cesar Chavez Library</strong></a> <br>3635 W. Baseline, Rd. 85339 </p><p> <a href="https://www.printeron.net/ppl/cholla" target="_blank"><strong>Cholla Library</strong></a> <br> 10050 Metro Parkway E., 85051 </p><p> <a href="https://www.printeron.net/ppl/desertbroom" target="_blank"><strong>Desert Broom Library</strong></a> <br>29710 N. Cave Creek Rd, 85331 </p><p> <a href="https://www.printeron.net/ppl/desertsage" target="_blank"><strong>Desert Sage Library</strong></a> <br>7602 W. Encanto Blvd., 85035 </p><p> <a href="https://www.printeron.net/ppl/harmon" target="_blank"><strong>Harmon Library</strong> </a> <br> 1325 S. 5th Ave., 85003 </p><p> <a href="https://www.printeron.net/ppl/ironwood" target="_blank"><strong>Ironwood Library</strong></a> <br>4333 E. Chandler Blvd, 85048 </p><p> <a href="https://www.printeron.net/ppl/juniper" target="_blank"><strong>Juniper Library</strong></a> <br> 1825 W. Union Hills Dr., 85027 </p><p> <a href="https://www.printeron.net/ppl/mesquite" target="_blank"><strong>Mesquite Library</strong></a> <br>4525 E. Paradise Village Parkway N., 85032 </p><p> <a href="https://www.printeron.net/ppl/ocotillo" target="_blank"><strong>Ocotillo Library & Workforce Literacy Center</strong></a> <br>102 W. Southern Ave., 85041 </p><p> <a href="https://www.printeron.com/ppl/paloverde" target="_blank"><strong>Palo Verde Library</strong></a> <br>4402 N. 51st Ave. </p><p> <a href="https://www.printeron.net/ppl/saguaro" target="_blank"><strong>Saguaro Library</strong></a> <br>2808 N. 46th St., 85008 </p><p> <strong>​</strong><a href="https://www.printeron.com/ppl/southmountain" target="_blank"><strong>South Mountain Community Library</strong></a> <br>7050 S. 24th St,85042 </p><p> <a href="https://www.printeron.net/ppl/yucca" target="_blank"><strong>Yucca Library</strong></a> <br>5648 N. 15th Ave., 85015​​</p></div>
Reserve a Room at Agave LibraryReserve a Room at Agave Library<i class="fa-solid fa-calendar-check"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=1148https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/spaces?lid=13960&gid=0&c=0New Window
Sit, Stay, ReadSit, Stay, Read<i class="fa-solid fa-paw"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/browse/interest-guides/reading/sit-stay-readEmerging readers can practice reading by reading to a dog or mini horse!<div class="ExternalClassB97FF74FF1834F91A4CFFB67891B8C73"><h2>Emerging readers can practice reading by reading to a book-loving dog!<br></h2><p><br></p><h3>Read to a dog! </h3><h4>Therapy dogs love to listen to stories. Our canine friends​​​ will be waiting for you at the library. It will make them so happy to hear you read books! </h4><h4>Bring your own book or take one from our shelves and spend some time with our furry friends. </h4><h4>Reading aloud to certified therapy dogs is an excellent way for emerging readers to practice their skills (and it's lots of fun, too!). ​<br></h4><br></div>