| Donate Food at Burton Barr Central Library | Donate Food at Burton Barr Central Library | <i class="fa-solid fa-can-food"></i> | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=1704 | | <div class="ExternalClass6AAD91051CD24CF99F12A87513369D66"><p>Donate food at designated collection sites across Phoenix including <a href="/locations/burton-barr">Burton Barr Central Library</a>. These donations go directly to families and residents in need.<br></p></div> | https://www.phoenix.gov/administration/departments/humanservices/phx-hunger-relief---help-feed-phoenix-.html#donate-food-near-you | New Window | |
| Programs at Burton Barr Central Library | Programs at Burton Barr Central Library | <i class="fas fa-calendar-alt"></i> | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=799 | | <div class="ExternalClass18823B7D723C41E9AA6701099B847A89"><p>Browse all programs at Burton Barr Central Library.<br></p></div> | https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/calendar/burtonbarr | New Window | |
| Share Your Phoenix Public Library Story | Share Your Phoenix Public Library Story | <i class="fa-solid fa-comment-heart"></i> | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=1469 | | <div class="ExternalClass57CAD567C551494BB3449D39B12FE39E"><p>Let us know what the library means to you! Share anything from a fun anecdote to a fond memory. <br></p></div> | https://forms.office.com/g/b8jV0SPcLz | New Window | |
| Accessibility Resources | Accessibility Resources | <i class="fa-solid fa-circle-info"></i> | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/services/accessibility-resources | Accessibility resources at Phoenix Public Library | <div class="ExternalClass0A930EEED4054DEEA1DEB515693CACF9"><p></p><div><p><a href="/locations/burton-barr" rel="noreferrer noopener"><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><strong>Burton Barr Central Library</strong></span></a><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"> offers a variety of accessible services and resources. Accessible parking spaces are available in the parking lot north of the building.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></p><p><a href="/locations/agave" rel="noreferrer noopener"><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><strong>Agave Library</strong></span></a><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"> offers a dedicated assistive computer workstation. Accessible parking spaces are available in the parking lot north of the building.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></p></div><div><p><a href="/locations/cholla" rel="noreferrer noopener"><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><strong>Cholla Library</strong></span></a><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"> offers a dedicated assistive computer workstation. Accessible parking spaces are available in the parking lot north of the building.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></p><p><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"><a href="/locations/desert-broom"><strong>Desert Broom Library</strong></a> offers a dedicated assistive computer workstation. Accessible parking spaces are available in the parking lot southwest of the building (south of the pedestrian bridge).<br></span></p><p><a href="/locations/desert-sage"><strong>Desert Sage Library</strong></a> offers a dedicated assistive computer workstation. Accessible parking spaces are available in the parking lot west of the building. </p><p><a href="/locations/ironwood"><strong>Ironwood Library</strong></a> offers
a dedicated assistive computer workstation. Accessible parking spaces are
available in the parking lot west of the building.<br></p><p><strong><a href="/locations/juniper">Juniper Library</a> </strong>offers a dedicated assistive computer workstation. Accessible parking spaces are available in the parking lot west of the building.<br></p><p><a href="/locations/mesquite"><strong>Mesquite Library</strong></a> offers
a dedicated assistive computer workstation. Accessible parking spaces are
available in the parking lot east of the building. </p><p><a href="/locations/palo-verde"><strong>Palo Verde
Library</strong> </a>offers a dedicated assistive computer workstation. Accessible
parking spaces are available in the parking lot west of the building. <br></p><p><a href="/locations/library-in-laveen" rel="noreferrer noopener"><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><strong>Prickly Pear Library</strong></span></a><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"> offers a dedicated assistive computer workstation. Accessible parking spaces are available in the parking lot southwest of the building.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span><br></p><p><a href="/locations/saguaro" target="_blank"><strong>Saguaro Library</strong></a> offers a dedicated assistive computer workstation. Accessible parking spaces are available on the north side of the building closest to the front entrance with a ramp that leads to sidewalk entrance.<br></p><p></p><p><span style="font-family:calibri;font-size:11pt;"></span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">All</span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"> libraries above are served by Valley Metro light rail and buses. Please note that </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}">Desert Broom Library's nearest bus stop is 7 miles away from the library.</span><span style="font-family:"segoe ui", segoe, tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"></span></p></div><h2></h2><div><h2><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">Assistive Technology Center</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></h2></div><div><h3><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">Burton Barr Central Library</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></h3></div><div><p><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US"></span><a href="/locations/burton-barr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">Burton Barr Central Library</span></a><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"> has three dedicated assistive computer workstations located on the 2nd floor for customers with disabilities.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></p></div><div><p><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">Customers may use the assistive computer stations on a first come, first served basis by presenting their library card at the 2nd Floor computer assistance desk during all open hours. Customers may have one 2-hour session each day.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></p></div><div><p><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">To ensure that the assistive computers remain available for customers who are unable to use the standard public computers, customers must specify</span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">, and be using,</span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"> at least one of the following features at all times.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></p></div><h4>Assistive technology programs and adaptive equipment available<br></h4><div><div><p></p><ul><li><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">Adjustable computer furniture</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li><li><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">Trackball mouse</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li><li><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">Kurzweil text to speech software with scanner</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li><li><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">JAWS screen-reading software</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li><li><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">ZoomText screen magnification software</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li></ul></div><br></div><h4>Other equipment<br></h4><div><p></p><ul><li><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">Sorenson Videophone for sign language communication</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li><li><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"></span>A Juliet Braille embosser with Duxbury Braille translation software<span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li><li><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"></span>Two Topaz magnifiers<span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li><li><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"></span>Four additional height adjustable tables<span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li><ul><li>Two on the 5<span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><span data-fontsize="12">th</span></span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"> floor – with electrical power outlets</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li><li><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"></span>Two on the 2<span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><span data-fontsize="12">nd</span></span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"> floor – without electrical power outlets</span></li></ul></ul></div><p>A Sorenson videophone for sign language calls is located on the 2nd Floor, available on a first come, first served basis.<br></p><h3>Other library locations<br></h3><p><a href="/locations/agave">Agave Library</a>, <a href="/locations/cholla">Cholla Library</a>, <a href="/locations/ironwood">Ironwood Library</a> and <a href="/locations/library-in-laveen">Prickly Pear Library</a> each have one dedicated assistive computer workstation as well as <span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">as well as one Topaz magnifier, using height adjustable tables</span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span><br></p><div><div><div webpartid="0c62aca3-bdb2-474d-93b4-d6646f7b6b6b"><h2>Services Available<br></h2></div></div><div><div><div><div webpartid="b3846bd7-fc17-4795-a5aa-c73e83343edb"><div><h3>Resources<br></h3><ul><li>Large Type books and periodicals<br></li><li>Books in Braille</li><li>DVS (Descriptive Video Service) videos - closed caption DVDs are shelved with the general DVD collection.<br></li></ul><p>For more information call 602-262-4636. TTY 602-254-8205.<br></p></div><div></div></div></div><div></div></div><div><div><div webpartid="7366c16a-29fd-4803-a556-fcdf8555b3bd"><h2>Books by Mail</h2><p>Phoenix Public Library no longer offers a books by mail service.<br><br>Learn about the <a href="https://azlibrary.gov/talkingbooks/" target="_blank">Arizona Talking Book Library</a>, which is available through the <a href="https://azlibrary.gov/" target="_blank">Arizona State Library, Archives and Public Records</a>.<br></p><div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div webpartid="4e361276-71ed-4cbf-ba7f-d5e1aedac59c"><h2>eResources Accessibility</h2><p>Many of our eResources have accessibility features including:<br></p><h4>Increased font size</h4><p></p><ul><li>Greater Phoenix Digital Library<br></li><li>hoopla</li><li>New York Times Online</li><li>Press Reader</li></ul><h4>Dyslexic font for eBooks</h4><ul><li>Greater Phoenix Digital Library</li></ul><h4>Audiobooks</h4><ul><li>Greater Phoenix Digital Library<br></li><li>hoopla<br></li></ul><h4>Screen reader compatibility</h4><ul><li>Greater Phoenix Digital Library<br></li><li>hoopla</li><li>New York Times Online</li><li>Press Reader<br></li></ul><h4>Captions/transcripts for video</h4><ul><li>hoopla</li><li>Kanopy<br><br><br></li></ul></div></div></div></div> | | | |
| Arizona Room | Arizona Room | <i class="fa-solid fa-cactus"></i> | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/locations/burton-barr/arizona-room | Located on the second floor of Burton Barr Central Library, the Arizona Room offers a special collection focused on the history and culture of Phoenix, Arizona, and its peoples. | <div class="ExternalClassF6028F059A624C9A9684306FD1B5458D"><div><div><div><div><p></p><p style="margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:7pt;font-family:"segoe ui";font-size:9.75pt;">Located on the second floor of <a href="/locations/burton-barr">Burton Barr
Central Library</a>, the Arizona Room offers a
special collection focused on the history and culture of Phoenix, Arizona, and
its peoples.</p><h3>Arizona Room Open Hours<br></h3><h3>Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 1-5pm<br></h3><p style="margin:0in;font-family:"segoe ui";font-size:9.75pt;"><span style="color:#777777;"><br></span></p><p style="margin:0in;font-family:"segoe ui";font-size:9.75pt;"><span style="color:#777777;">Can't make it during open hours? </span><a href="/services/ask-us/request-an-appointment">Request
an appointment</a><span style="color:#777777;">. </span></p><p style="margin:0in;font-family:"segoe ui";font-size:9.5pt;color:#777777;"> </p><p style="margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:7pt;font-family:"segoe ui";font-size:9.75pt;">Phoenix Public Library was awarded a 2025 Library
Services & Technology Act grant for the project, "Arizona Room For
All," which aimed to improve accessibility in the Arizona Room. Grant
funds supported new furniture and low vision aids. </p><p style="margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:7pt;font-family:"segoe ui";font-size:9.75pt;">This project is supported by the Arizona State Library,
Archives & Public Records, a division of the Secretary of State, with
federal funds from the Institute of Museum & Library Services. <br></p><p style="margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:7pt;font-family:"segoe ui";font-size:9.75pt;"><span id="ms-rterangepaste-start"></span><span style="font-weight:bold;">Arizona Room material is reference only and cannot be
checked out or leave the room.</span><span id="ms-rterangecursor-start"></span><span id="ms-rterangecursor-end"></span><span id="ms-rterangepaste-end"></span><br></p><h4><br></h4><p><em style="color:#b10026;"><br></em></p></div></div></div></div></div> | | | |
| Ask Us | Ask 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> | | | |
| Blood Pressure Kits | Blood Pressure Kits | <i class="fa-solid fa-chart-line-down"></i> | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/services/unique/blood-pressure-kits | Stay on top of an important health measure. Check out an American Heart Association Blood Pressure Kit. | <div class="ExternalClass4507A429CCE3417C90B23DCBE2702783"><div><h2>Stay on top of an important health measure. Check out an American Heart Association Blood Pressure Kit.<br></h2><h4>American Heart Association Blood Pressure Kits can be checked out with a <a href="/services/borrowing/get-your-library-card">Phoenix Public Library card</a> by asking at the service desk at <a href="/locations">any participating Phoenix Public Library location</a> while supplies are available. <br></h4><p></p><h2><a href="https://discover.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/search/card?recordId=8743600" target="_blank">Check for availability.</a></h2><h3><br></h3><h3>Each American Heart Association Blood Pressure Kit comes in a 39 x 26 x 15 cm container and contains:<br></h3><ul><li>1 Omron BP7250 blood pressure kit in box <br></li><li>1 blood pressure arm cuff</li><li>1 electronic monitor</li><li>1 quick start guide</li><li>1 instruction manual</li><li>1 blood pressure log in English</li><li><p>1 blood pressure log in Spanish or Mandarin<br></p></li></ul><p><em>*Materials in kit are bilingual English/Spanish at all participating locations except for Agave Library, which has kits with bilingual English/Chinese (Mandarin) materials.</em><br><br></p><h3>Blood Pressure Kits...<br></h3><ul><li>are not renewable or holdable.<br></li><li>check out for a period of 3 weeks (21 days).<br></li><li>must be returned to a service desk (not through the book drop) inside the owning library location during open hours. <br></li></ul><div><p></p><h3>Participating library locations are listed below.</h3><p><br></p></div></div></div> | | | |
| College Depot | College Depot | | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/college-depot | Our team of college planning advisors and assistants offer free one-on-one appointments and workshops regarding admissions, financial aid, and scholarships. | <div class="ExternalClass4CFA80ED8207445EA7F5EB320545DC90"><div><p><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Throughout the remainder of 2026, Burton Barr Central Library’s fire suppression system is being replaced as part of a capital improvement project. Burton Barr Central Library will remain open with temporary restrictions and relocation of public library services scheduled in phases to minimize disruptions. College Depot's space is temporarily closed for expansion. Great news, College Depot will continue to provide services through <strong>virtual programs</strong>, <strong>pop up events</strong> at other Phoenix Public Library locations, and <strong>scheduled one-on-one appointments</strong> on the west side of the 2nd floor.</span><br><br>You can register for events and labs on our online calendar (please note that locations of in-person options will vary). To schedule one-on-one appointments, please call 602-261-8847 or submit an <a data-auth="NotApplicable" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=XGm5lg5PvUKK37p1V2A0a4cdLj4Kv8NPqWH_r3cqUm5UOExIS1E3S1dQQko1WjE5NDk5SFNHWUc3NiQlQCN0PWcu" data-linkindex="0" title="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=XGm5lg5PvUKK37p1V2A0a4cdLj4Kv8NPqWH_r3cqUm5UOExIS1E3S1dQQko1WjE5NDk5SFNHWUc3NiQlQCN0PWcu">appointment request</a>. We are excited to upgrade and expand College Depot at Phoenix Public Library! We appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back to College Depot in Fall 2026. Follow the Burton Barr Central Library construction timeline <a data-auth="NotApplicable" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" href="/about/library-updates" data-linkindex="1" title="https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/about/library-updates">here</a> for updates.<br></p></div></div> | | | |
| Farm Express Mobile Market at Burton Barr Central Library | Farm Express Mobile Market at Burton Barr Central Library | <i class="fa-solid fa-bus"></i> | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=1608 | | | https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/calendar/burtonbarr?t=g&q=farm%20express&cid=15413&cal=15413&inc=0 | New Window | |
| Heat Relief Info | Heat Relief Info | <i class="fa-regular fa-sun-haze"></i> | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/services/heat-relief | Learn about what Phoenix Public Library and the City of Phoenix are doing for public heat relief. | <div class="ExternalClass08403B83416249739954BDAE4817F642"><h3>Learn about what Phoenix Public Library and the City of Phoenix are doing for public heat relief.</h3><h4><br></h4></div><h2>Cooling Centers<br></h2><div class="ExternalClass08403B83416249739954BDAE4817F642"><h4><a href="/locations">All Phoenix Public Library locations</a> serve as Cooling Centers, providing cool space and water <a href="/locations">during open library hours</a> May 1 through September 30. <br></h4><p></p><h4>Phoenix Public Library locations provide safe, welcoming, cool spaces where our neighbors and community members can escape dangerous heat, access essential services, and enjoy library programs and resources.<br>Whether you’re looking for a quick stop to get water or need a longer break from high temperatures, our libraries are free and open to all community members.<br><br></h4><h2>Cholla Library is an Extended Cooling Center</h2><h4>Beginning May 1 and through September 30, <a href="/locations/cholla">Cholla Library</a> is open with full library services as an extended hour Cooling Center.<br><br></h4><h3>Cholla Library Extended Cooling Center Hours</h3><h4>Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. <br>Sundays and Holidays from noon to 9 p.m.<br></h4><p><br></p><h2>More Resources<br></h2><h3>Learn about the City of Phoenix's Heat Response and Mitigation: <a href="https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/heat-news/early-heat-in-phoenix--stay-safe-with-these-tips-and-city-resour.html" target="_blank">Early Heat in Phoenix: Stay Safe with These Tips and City Resources</a>.<br></h3><p><br></p></div> | | | |
| Holds Lockers | Holds Lockers | <i class="fa-solid fa-table-cells"></i> | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/services/borrowing/holds-lockers | Holds Lockers are located outside the main entrance of most Phoenix Public Library locations, offering library customers 24/7, contact-free access to pick up library materials. | <div class="ExternalClass2F8D8D790CF84FD88073AE99FFED2E9F"><div><h2><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">Holds Lockers are located outside the main entrance of most <a href="/locations">Phoenix Public Library locations</a>, offering library customers 24/7, contact-free access to pick up library materials. </span></h2><h3><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US"></span><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US"><br>H</span><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">ow do they work?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></h3><h4><span data-ccp-props="{}"></span>Choose a Library and Pickup Area</h4><p>When placing a hold on your desired item(s) within your online account, you have a choice as to which library location you would like as a pickup location. </p><p>Next - and depending on the location - you will get to choose a<strong> Pickup Area</strong> under the Pickup Area dropdown menu:<br></p></div><div><ul><li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1" role="listitem"><strong>Holds Shelf</strong> (inside, during operating hours) or</li><li><strong>Outdoor Locker </strong>(outside, any time)<br></li></ul></div><div><a href="/services/borrowing">Learn more about placing holds and borrowing materials</a>.</div><div><br></div><h4>Confirm Pickup Area Before Picking Up Your Holds<br></h4><div><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">If you have selected Outdoor Locker as your Pickup Area and the Outdoor Locker is full at the time your item(s) become available, your item(s) will automatically be placed on the Holds Shelf inside the building and will only be available during the library’s open hours. </span></div><div><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US"><br></span></div><div><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">When you’ve received notice that your item(s) are ready for pickup and before heading over to the library, check your account to confirm your Pickup Area.<br></span></div><div><strong>Please note: </strong><strong>Once you have been notified that your hold is ready for pickup in the outdoor Holds Locker, you will have 72 hours (3 days) to pick it up there. </strong>After that, staff will relocate your hold to the indoor Hold Shelf for the remainder of your hold pickup time.<br></div><div><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US"><br></span></div><h4><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">Checking Out is Easy at the Holds Locker</span></h4><div><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US"></span><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">When arriving at the Holds Locker, you will scan or type your Phoenix Public Library card number, enter your password and the door of the locker in which your items are placed will open automatically.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559685":360}"> </span></div><div><br></div><h4>Which Locations Have Active Holds Lockers?</h4><p><a href="/locations">Every Phoenix Public Library location</a> offers holds lockers as a pickup option at this time with the exception of Cholla Library. <br><br></p><div><h4><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">For any questions not addressed by the Frequently Asked Questions below, please feel free to <a href="/services/ask-us">Ask Us</a>.</span></h4></div><p><br></p></div> | | | |
| Hotspot Lending Program | Hotspot Lending Program | <i class="fas fa-wifi"></i> | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/services/computers-internet/hotspot-lending-program | WiFi Hotspots are available for check out at Phoenix Public Library. | <div class="ExternalClassEC79FDF6472D4557BC89231971126052"><p>WiFi Hotspots are available for check out.<br></p><p>Wifi Hotspots are eligible to be placed on hold for any <a href="/locations" target="_blank">Phoenix Public Library location</a>. <br></p><p><span lang="EN-US">Phoenix Public Library will notify the Library Account holder when the hold is available for pickup at the selected location based on their notification settings. Held items must be checked out by the date listed or the item will be made available to the next requester. Holds may only be checked out to the Library Account used to place the hold unless the account holder has chosen to associate their account with that of another account holder, excluding WiFi Hotspots.</span> <span lang="EN-US">For WiFi Hotspots, a maximum of five (5) devices can connect to the Hotspot at one time.</span> </p><p><span lang="EN-US">Devices and applicable charging cord(s) must be returned to the service desk at the location of original check out and directly to a library employee only during library hours of operation.</span> <br></p><p>Learn more about checking out a hotspot:<br></p><h3>Requirements</h3><div><ul><li><span style="color:#444444;font-family:"segoe ui", segoe, tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;font-size:13px;">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.</span></li><li><p>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.</p></li><li><p>The Phoenix Public Library account holder must read, understand, and sign this agreement at the time of each hotspot check out.</p></li><li><p>Hotspots may only be checked out for three weeks at a time.</p></li><li><p>Hotspots cannot be renewed.</p></li><li><p>Library account holders are eligible to place a hold request for a hotspot. Patrons are limited to one hotspot hold request on an account at a time. Upon fulfillment of the request the account holder will have 10 days to check out the hotspot from the library selected for pickup.</p></li><li><p>A maximum of 5 devices can connect to the hotspot at one time.</p></li><li><p>Hotspot and charging cord must be returned to the same location from where it was checked out, directly to a library employee only during library hours of operation.</p></li><li><p>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.</p></li><li><p>Customers will continue to receive overdue notices if applicable. If the hotspot is not returned on the 45th day of being overdue, the customer will be charged for the device and any peripherals.</p></li><li><p>Hotspots will be disabled after the due date.</p></li><li><p>Upon return of a device, immediate checkout of the same device is not guaranteed and is subject to availability and maintenance protocols.</p></li><li><p>Specific models cannot be requested by customers or assigned by staff.</p></li><li><p>The Library account holder must be 18 years of age or older to checkout a hotspot on their card.</p></li><li><p>The Phoenix Public Library account holder must be in good standing, including current address and contact <br></p></li></ul><div><br></div></div><div><h3>Lost/Damage Fees</h3><p>The borrower is responsible for costs associated with the damage, loss, or non-return of the hotspot and related components and will be billed a total Flat Device Fee of $25.01 for any and all missing parts.<br></p><p><em><strong>Abuse of device borrowing privileges may be subject to suspension of privileges at library manager discretion.</strong></em></p></div><br></div> | | | |
| Library Update: Fire Suppression System Replacement Project | Library Update: Fire Suppression System Replacement Project | <i class="fas fa-thumbtack"></i> | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/about/library-updates | Learn about Burton Barr Central Library's Fire Suppression System Replacement Project and if it will affect your visit. | <div class="ExternalClass4E05BAF29C124BF2B93E83F9FBBA10B7"><div><p>
<span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 2"><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody"></span></span></span></p><div><div><p><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">Please pardon the dust, noise and parking impacts as we make critical upgrades to <a href="/locations/burton-barr">Burton Barr Central Library</a>. Burton Barr Central Library is a dynamic, 280,000 square foot facility that serves a diverse population and welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. This means we routinely need to update, replace and improve many features of our building. </span></p><p><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">A substantial building upgrade is in process at Burton Barr Central Library. The project is large and includes a lot of moving parts. </span></p><p><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">Scroll down for current details about where to find library services as part of your visit to Burton Barr Central Library</span></p><div><h3>Fire Suppression System Replacement Project <br></h3><p>The entire Fire Suppression System for the library will be replaced as part of a capital improvement project, making critical safety updates to the building. This project is scheduled throughout the remainder of 2026.</p><p><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody"><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Burton Barr Central Library will remain open during this project, with the work, temporary restrictions and relocation of public library services are scheduled in phases to minimize disruptions and ensure continued access to library resources.</span> </span></p><p><span style="color:#777777;font-size:1em;">How will these projects affect my library visit?</span></p><p><em>Expect the relocation of library services within </em><a href="/locations/burton-barr"><em>Burton Barr Central Library</em></a><em>.</em></p></div><p><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody"><a href="/locations/burton-barr">Burton Barr Central Library</a>’s book drop will remain available 24/7 and all Burton Barr Central Library, <a href="/startupphx" target="_blank">StartUpPHX</a>, and <a href="/collegedepot" target="_blank">College Depot</a> programs will continue as listed in our <a href="https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/calendar/burtonbarr?cid=-1&t=g&d=0000-00-00&cal=-1&inc=0" target="_blank">online calendar of events</a>. This may mean your program will be held in a different location than normal. Please check the online calendar to be sure. If during your visit you can’t find something in its usual place, please be sure to ask at the information desk.</span></p><div><h3>What to Expect<br></h3><ul><li>Noise (drilling, etc.)</li><li>Vibrations (movement of heavy equipment, hand tools, etc.)</li><li>Dust and debris<br></li></ul></div><h3><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Timeline</span></h3><p><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Burton Barr Central Library will remain open with normal operating hours during this time. </span></p><h2><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Current Status: Know Before You Go</span></h2><p><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody"><em>Updated Friday, June 26 2026:</em></span></p><p>Throughout the remainder of 2026, Burton Barr Central Library’s fire suppression system is being replaced as part of a capital improvement project. Burton Barr Central Library will remain open with temporary restrictions and relocation of public library services scheduled in phases to minimize disruptions.<br></p><h3>Effective June 1<br></h3><h4 style="font-size:13px;"><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">The <strong>1st Floor</strong> will be <strong>closed</strong>, and:<br></span></h4><ul><li>the East and West entrances remain open with a fenced pathway to the elevators and stairs.<br></li><li>two temporary book drops will be available outside the East entrance.<br></li><li>NO inside book drop will be provided during this time.<br></li></ul><h4 style="font-size:13px;">Find the following services on the <strong>2nd Floor</strong>:</h4><ul><li><strong>Self-checkout</strong> and <strong>customer service</strong><br></li><li><strong>Holds</strong></li><li><strong>College Depot</strong> services will be available to the public in the StartUpPHX space.</li><li>The <strong>Arizona Room</strong> will reopen on Saturday, June 20. <br></li></ul><h4 style="font-size:13px;">Find the following services on the <strong>4th Floor</strong>:<br></h4><ul><li><strong>Teen Central </strong>will remain open.<br></li><li><strong>MACH1</strong> for children's programing, children's computers, and children's catalog computers.<br></li><li><strong>Family Resource Center</strong> programs will be temporarily held in the <strong>4th Floor Lecture Room</strong>.</li><li>The <strong>Rare Book Room</strong> will reopen on Saturday, June 20.<br><br></li></ul><h3>Looking for the temporary location of a collection?</h3><h4 style="font-size:13px;"><a href="/about/library-updates/temporary-location-of-collections">Learn where you can access collections beginning Monday, June 1.</a><br></h4><p><em></em></p><p><em><span id="ms-rterangecursor-start"></span><span id="ms-rterangecursor-end"></span>Details about further phases of the project are to be announced. </em><em>Details are subject to change. Check back often for updates about upcoming temporary closures of sections of Burton Barr Central Library and current details about where programs, services and materials will be temporarily relocated.</em></p><div><div><h3><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Thank you!</span></h3><br>We appreciate your support of our library and all it has to offer and apologize for any inconveniences our construction projects might cause. </div><div><br></div><div>Consider using your <a href="/services/borrowing/library-cards">Phoenix Public Library card</a> to its fullest potential during this time and plan a visit to one of our other <a href="/locations">16 library locations</a>. You can always use your card to check out books and other items from any of our 17 locations and return them to any Phoenix Public Library location (including their book drop). <br></div></div><br></div><div>
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| Mobile Printing | Mobile Printing | <i class="fad fa-print"></i> | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/services/computers-internet/mobile-printing | Print any document or web page virtually from your Internet-connected device to a printer at any Phoenix Public Library location. | <div class="ExternalClassCC063B6EB47D44CE9DADE7921674D318"><p></p><div><table class="ms-formtable " cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td valign="top" class="ms-formbody " width="350px"><h2>Print from anywhere!<br></h2>Print any document or web page virtually from your Internet-connected device to a printer at any <a href="/locations">Phoenix Public Library location</a>.<br><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. Charges are as follows:</p><ul><li><strong>Black & white</strong> - 20¢ per page (10¢ per page at <a href="/locations/smcl">South Mountain Community Library</a>)</li><li><strong style="color:#ff0000;">C<span style="color:#ffa500;">o</span><span style="color:#008000;">l</span><span style="color:#0000ff;">o</span><span style="color:#800080;">r</span></strong> - 40¢ per page (50¢ per page at <a href="/locations/smcl">South Mountain Community Library</a>)</li></ul><p>Print or copy jobs may be paid for with credit card or cash ($1 and $5 bills and coins accepted). Prices vary due to contractual agreements with the leasing agencies involved.<br></p><h3>Send a print job<br></h3><p>Before visiting the library, access the link below, and follow the instructions provided. Allow for at least 30 minutes for your print job to be available for pick-up.<br><br></p><p><strong><a href="https://print.princh.com/?pid=107632" target="_blank">Burton Barr Central Library</a></strong><br>1221 N. Central Ave., 85004<br></p><p><strong><a href="https://print.princh.com/?pid=107633" target="_blank">Acacia Library</a></strong><br>750 E. Townley Ave., 85020</p><p><strong><a href="https://print.princh.com/?pid=107634" target="_blank">Agave Library</a></strong><br>23550 N. 36th Ave, 85310</p><p><strong><a href="https://print.princh.com/?pid=107635" target="_blank">Century Library</a> </strong><br>1750 E. Highland Ave., 85016<br></p><p><strong><a href="https://print.princh.com/?pid=107637" target="_blank">Cholla Library</a></strong><br>10050 Metro Parkway E., 85051</p><p><strong><a href="https://print.princh.com/?pid=107638" target="_blank">Desert Broom Library</a></strong><br>29710 N. Cave Creek Rd, 85331</p><p><strong><a href="https://print.princh.com/?pid=107639" target="_blank">Desert Sage Library</a></strong><br>7602 W. Encanto Blvd., 85035</p><p><strong><a href="https://print.princh.com/?pid=107640" target="_blank">Harmon Library</a></strong><br>1325 S. 5th Ave., 85003</p><p><strong><a href="https://print.princh.com/?pid=107641" target="_blank">Ironwood Library</a></strong><br>4333 E. Chandler Blvd, 85048</p><p><strong><a href="https://print.princh.com/?pid=107642" target="_blank">Juniper Library</a></strong><br>1825 W. Union Hills Dr., 85027<br></p><p><strong><a href="https://print.princh.com/?pid=107643" target="_blank">Mesquite Library</a></strong><br>4525 E. Paradise Village Parkway N., 85032</p><p><strong><a href="https://print.princh.com/?pid=107644" target="_blank">Ocotillo Library & Workforce Literacy Center</a></strong><br>102 W. Southern Ave., 85041</p><p><strong><a href="https://print.princh.com/?pid=107645" target="_blank">Palo Verde Library</a><span id="ms-rterangecursor-start"></span><span id="ms-rterangecursor-end"></span></strong><br>4402 N. 51st Ave., 85031<br></p><p><strong><a href="https://print.princh.com/?pid=107636" target="_blank">Prickly Pear Library</a></strong><br>3635 W. Baseline, Rd., 85339<br></p><p><strong><a href="https://print.princh.com/?pid=107646" target="_blank">Saguaro Library</a></strong><br>2808 N. 46th St., 85008</p><p><strong></strong><strong><a href="https://print.princh.com/?pid=107647" target="_blank">South Mountain Community Library</a></strong><br>7050 S. 24th St., 85042</p><p><strong><a href="https://print.princh.com/?pid=107648" target="_blank">Yucca Library</a></strong><br>5648 N. 15th Ave., 85015<br></p><p><br></p></td></tr></tbody></table><h3>Please note:<br></h3>Print customers may see a temporary pre-authorization hold on their account when using library credit card readers. This pending charge is temporary and is used by the vendor to verify your card. This charge will disappear once the sale is confirmed. It may take your financial institution up to 72 hours to clear this charge. Print customers will only be charged the amount of their print job.<br></div><div><br></div></div> | | | |
| Presidential Papers Collection | Presidential Papers Collection | <i class="fa-solid fa-flag-usa"></i> | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/browse/learning-research/federal-government-resources/displays/presidential-papers-collection | Learn about the Presidential Papers Collection at Phoenix Public Library. | <div class="ExternalClassE6E79628AB0B4C28A2A3FE43C163A2C2"><p>Learn about the Presidential Papers Collection at Phoenix Public Library. The documents include the writings, addresses and remarks of the Presidents of the United States. The Presidential Papers are part of the Government Documents Collection located on the 5th floor of <a href="/locations/burton-barr">Burton Barr Central Library</a>, a Federal Depository Library Program member.<br></p></div> | | | |
| Reserve a Room at Burton Barr Central Library | Reserve a Room at Burton Barr Central Library | <i class="fa-solid fa-calendar-check"></i> | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=1146 | | <div class="ExternalClassB153D83B85394310BAE28AE70AB7787E"><p><br><br></p></div><p></p> | https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/spaces?lid=13926&gid=0&c=0 | New Window | |
| Sit, Stay, Read | Sit, Stay, Read | <i class="fa-solid fa-paw"></i> | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/browse/interest-guides/reading/sit-stay-read | Emerging 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> | | | |
| Temporary Locations of Collections at Burton Barr Central Library | Temporary Locations of Collections at Burton Barr Central Library | <i class="fa-solid fa-circle-exclamation"></i> | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/about/library-updates/temporary-location-of-collections | Find out where to find and access collections during Burton Barr Central Library's Fire Suppression System Replacement Project. | <div class="ExternalClassAB79580598A9471ABF237BA3CEC6A108"><h2>Know Before You Go</h2><h4>Find out where to find and access collections during Burton Barr Central Library's Fire Suppression System Replacement Project.</h4><h4><span style="font-size:1em;"><br></span></h4><h4><span style="font-size:1em;">Beginning Monday, June 1, you can find the following collections on the following floors. </span></h4><h4><span style="font-size:1em;">We thank you for your patience during this time.</span></h4><h3><br></h3><h3>2nd Floor</h3><p></p><p></p><ul><li>Blood Pressure Kits<br></li><li>Children's DVDs<br></li><li>Culture Passes<br></li><li>DVDs: Movies and TV series<br></li><li>New DVDs<br></li><li>New Music CDs<br></li><li>Seed Library<br></li><li>Video Games<br></li><li>WiFi Hotspots<br></li></ul><p></p><h4>4th Floor <br></h4><div>*all Children's Programs and Summer Reading Programs will be held in MACH1 <br></div><ul><li><strong>MACH1</strong>: Children's Board Books and Read Alongs<br></li><li><strong>Teen Central</strong>: Teen Central collection remains with the exception of Graphic Novels, which will be temporarily located on the 5th Floor<br></li></ul><h3>5th Floor<br></h3><ul><li>Audiobooks<br></li><li>Children's materials including: Beginners, Picture Books, Juvenile Fiction, Juvenile Non-Fiction, and the Great Children's Book Collection<br></li><li>Graphic Novels<br></li><li>Large Print<br></li><li>New Fiction<br></li><li>New Non-Fiction<br></li><li>Nonfiction DVDs<br><br></li></ul><div><br></div></div> | | | |
| Who is Burton Barr? | Who is Burton Barr? | <i class="fad fa-user-tie"></i> | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/locations/burton-barr/who-is-burton-barr | | <div class="ExternalClassE1919EE722E342CCAB142050528ADC28"><p>Burton S. Barr (1917 - 1997) was a successful businessman, a decorated World War II hero and Arizona’s most powerful politician for two decades as Speaker of the House.</p><p>Through the halls of state government and in the midst of the marching three-piece-suits, Barr often dressed in a yellow pullover sweater, casual slacks and one of his favorite hats made of wool patchwork with a roller-coaster brim. Talking, waving, smiling and always making deals for the good of the people who elected him, Barr moved graciously in any setting.</p><p>A selfless fundraiser and tireless worker for dozens of charities, a longtime colleague recalled that when Barr was asked to help out, “He just couldn’t say no!”</p><p>But Burton Barr was first and foremost a family man. “My family comes first. I’ve been successful…in not letting my political career…interfere with all the chores and pleasures every family goes through.”</p><p>In recognition for his support of making information services available to all, Burton Barr Central Library was named in his honor in 1997.</p><h3>Learn More</h3><p>"A study of the right man in the right place at the right time." ~author, Phillip VanderMeer</p><p>Forthcoming from <a href="http://www.uapress.arizona.edu/" target="_blank" title="Go to the Press website.">University of Arizona Press</a>, Burton Barr: Mr. Magic, Political Leadership, and Transforming Arizona is a study of Barr’s life and career. It examines a fascinating character whose strategies, behavior and personality demonstrate effective legislative leadership. It also describes a period in which Arizona politics and policy making were pragmatic and centrist, rather than following a strictly ideological approach. Working at a time and in a place ready for change, Barr was key as a man with impressive leadership skills and a focus on effectiveness and outcomes.</p><p>The book is based on a series of interviews conducted by Jack Pfister with local leaders including Alfredo Gutierrez, Terry Goddard, Governor Jane Dee Hull, Eddie Basha and Burton Barr himself. <a href="http://burtonbarr.com/oral-histories" target="_blank" title="Visit the Burton Barr book website to explore the oral histories.">Listen and learn more</a>.<br></p></div> | | | |
