| Sit, Stay, Read! | Sit, Stay, Read! | https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/15732826 | 12/6/2025 5:00:00 PM | 12/6/2025 6:00:00 PM | <div class="ExternalClassF8D6D1397AF64733A7B45F0FFBA1ADF9"><p><a href="/locations/saguaro">Saguaro Library</a><br></p></div> | <div class="ExternalClass25A4FA74855041E69D6EB351F065584F"><p>Read to a dog -- therapy dogs love to listen to stories! Our friend, <strong>Maggie</strong>, a Rottweiler, will be waiting for you at the library. It will make them so happy to hear you read books! Bring your own book or take one from our shelves and spend some time with Maggie. Reading aloud to certified therapy dogs is an excellent way for emerging readers to practice their skills (and lots of fun, too!) <br></p></div> | No | 697 | | |
| Winter Make and Take Crafts | Winter Make and Take Crafts | https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/15572097 | 12/6/2025 8:00:00 PM | 12/6/2025 10:00:00 PM | <div class="ExternalClassCD4DBFE7AE5A4214B3C8DF7E5CABDEBA"><p><a href="/locations/cholla">Cholla Library</a><br></p></div> | <div class="ExternalClass9F0928E37B614005BBE4A013F4A1AE43"><p>Join us at Cholla for a crafting everyone can enjoy! From very easy projects to something a little more challenging, a variety of winter themed crafts await kids, teens, and adults who are ready to get their creativity on.<br></p><p><br></p></div> | No | 645 | | |
| North Valley Symphony Winter Performance | North Valley Symphony Winter Performance | https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/15476343 | 12/6/2025 9:00:00 PM | 12/6/2025 10:00:00 PM | <div class="ExternalClass9754B0DAF254464CACF6C0FD20CBE62F"><p><a href="/locations/mesquite">Mesquite Library</a><br></p></div> | <div class="ExternalClass88106480A9A24BF8B987CE7977787D77"><p>Join the North Valley Symphony Orchestra with a performance by a trio of musicians. Listen to live music and celebrate the Winter season.<br></p></div> | No | 640 | | |
| Yucca Library's 3rd Annual Jolly Holiday Celebration | Yucca Library's 3rd Annual Jolly Holiday Celebration | https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/15288473 | 12/6/2025 9:00:00 PM | 12/6/2025 10:30:00 PM | <div class="ExternalClass5D0891007B9A4996A789A818C1A65F51"><p><a href="/locations/yucca">Yucca Library</a><br></p></div> | <div class="ExternalClass87CC658CE2FE4260A0B4498B1EC26C24"><p>Join us for Yucca Library's Jolly Holiday. Attend a Polar Express storytime, make a seasonal craft, and bring home a special jingle bell!<br></p></div> | No | 647 | | |
| Holiday Crafts with the Family! | Holiday Crafts with the Family! | https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/15619360 | 12/6/2025 9:00:00 PM | 12/6/2025 11:00:00 PM | <div class="ExternalClass0FC9C8EE41EF43A9B9363AABEE665FE4"><p><a href="/locations/harmon">Harmon Library</a><br></p></div> | <div class="ExternalClass288BA2EAEE29489E8EF774F50C9EA0FC"><p>Join Harmon Library for a fun-filled afternoon creating holiday crafts! We'll provide salt dough ingredients so you can create a sculpture! Or you can sew a felt gingerbread man! And toddlers can decorate holiday cookies!<br></p></div> | No | 698 | | |
| Family Fun - Crafts | Family Fun - Crafts | https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/15172556 | 12/6/2025 10:00:00 PM | 12/6/2025 11:00:00 PM | <div class="ExternalClassB75F3982F39E49D99E2A412C3D6AC6E8"><p><a href="/locations/desert-sage">Desert Sage Library</a><br></p></div> | <div class="ExternalClass017C9EBEF61A4F9ABA83CBE918203EF4"><p>Ready for fun? Join us every week for a different family activity, such as STEM, art, games, or brick-building.</p><p>¿Listo para la diversión? Familias, únanse a nosotros cada semana para una actividad diferente, como STEM, arte, juegos, o construcción de ladrillos de colores. <br></p><p><br></p></div> | No | 699 | | |
| Dungeons & Dragons | Dungeons & Dragons | https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/15822279 | 12/6/2025 10:00:00 PM | 12/7/2025 12:00:00 AM | <div class="ExternalClass2395DED82A7149DFB7025EBD5996F576"><p>Teen Central, <a href="/locations/burton-barr">Burton Barr Central Library</a><br></p></div> | <div class="ExternalClassB5DC6AAF8BED45C081912CF26E69DD53"><p>Join us for a game of Dungeons & Dragons in Teen Central! Whether you're new to DnD, or a skilled Dungeon Master, all skill levels are welcome. During this program players will have the chance to learn the mechanics of Dungeons & Dragons and expand their DnD skill set. Have fun building your own characters and running campaigns while exploring the broader world of storytelling, role playing and strategic game play. Every Saturday at 3PM.<br></p></div> | No | 700 | | |
| Bookmobile Visits: APS Electric Light Parade | Bookmobile Visits: APS Electric Light Parade | https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/15065553 | 12/7/2025 2:00:00 AM | 12/7/2025 5:00:00 AM | <div class="ExternalClass2E3497443C584F46B97A6E514A95B9F8"><p>APS Electric Light Parade<br>Starting location: Central Ave. & Montebello Ave.<br>Ending location: 7th St. & Indian School Rd.<br></p></div> | <div class="ExternalClass7E63E87AF28641F4A4B96ACE3A8D7023"><p>Join us for the <strong>38th Annual APS Electric Light Parade!</strong></p><p>For more than three decades, the APS Electric Light Parade has been an event where families, neighborhood groups and businesses from across the city come together to celebrate the joy of the holiday season. </p><p><strong>Starting location: Central Ave. & Montebello Ave.</strong><br><strong>Ending location: 7th St. and Indian School Rd.</strong><br></p><p><br></p></div> | No | 563 | | |
| Chess Club | Chess Club | https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/15436409 | 12/8/2025 11:00:00 PM | 12/9/2025 12:00:00 AM | <div class="ExternalClass1953379DB3BA4DD796F4DF116EECA576"><p><a href="/locations/ironwood">Ironwood Library</a><br></p></div> | <div class="ExternalClass555AF0D8B9EA40CFB7999E025975EFF4"><p>Please join us to play chess at our weekly, drop-in program! All ages and experience levels welcome.<br></p></div> | No | 701 | | |
| Handmade Gifts | Handmade Gifts | https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/15793178 | 12/8/2025 11:30:00 PM | 12/9/2025 1:30:00 AM | <div class="ExternalClass8A18E08D099E4926A0778EAD2AA5C2AB"><p><a href="/locations/smcl">South Mountain Community Library</a><br></p></div> | <div class="ExternalClass6745E6B7B06D47B1BBE40412A8620947"><p>Drop in to make and take a handmade gift for someone. Tonight we are making lollipop holders. All ages and abilities welcome. Supplies will be provided though materials may be limited. Free!<br></p></div> | No | 702 | | |
| Winter Music & Movement | Winter Music & Movement | https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/15716680 | 12/9/2025 6:00:00 PM | 12/9/2025 6:30:00 PM | <div class="ExternalClass837065D46CCB4A4AAD20AFA4426DFFD5"><p><a href="/locations/cholla">Cholla Library</a><br></p></div> | <div class="ExternalClass266A6D4EB22445EA8EF8BE18A4C99AFF"><p>Join us for a special winter-themed Music & Movement! <br><br><strong>Who’s it for? </strong><br>Wiggle worms, birth to age five, and their favorite grownups <br><br><strong>What will you do? </strong><br>Some people learn better when they are moving. If that sounds like your child, this is the storytime for you! Sing, dance and MOVE in this fun, active program that builds reading skills. <br></p><p><strong>What is your child learning? </strong><br>Children who love books and stories become better readers. <br><br></p></div> | No | 703 | | |
| Winter Music & Movement | Winter Music & Movement | https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/15735988 | 12/10/2025 5:30:00 PM | 12/10/2025 6:00:00 PM | <div class="ExternalClassA618F237289A4CB6B6FDCAB653C5DE3F"><p><a href="/locations/acacia">Acacia Library</a><br></p></div> | <div class="ExternalClass2279E6A0AF564DF08EC860128F99C6E7"><p>Join us for a special winter-themed Music & Movement! </p><p><strong>Who’s it for?</strong> <br>Wiggle worms, birth to age five, and their favorite grownups </p><p><strong>What will you do? </strong><br>Some people learn better when they are moving. If that sounds like your child, this is the storytime for you! Sing, dance and MOVE in this fun, active program that builds reading skills. </p><p><strong>What is your child learning? </strong><br>Children who love books and stories become better readers. <br><br></p></div> | No | 704 | | |
| Dungeons & Dragons for Teens | Dungeons & Dragons for Teens | https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/15601190 | 12/10/2025 10:00:00 PM | 12/10/2025 11:30:00 PM | <div class="ExternalClassB98630AD2D944B7FB9783B8E60CE9390"><p><a href="/locations">Ironwood Library</a><br></p></div> | <div class="ExternalClass4D77953B76204626B3194E8C8275C1E6">Teens (13-17), join us and play Dungeons & Dragons! Whether you're new to D&D or a skilled Dungeon Master, all skill levels are welcome. During this program, players will have the chance to learn the mechanics of Dungeons & Dragons and expand their D&D skill sets. Have fun building your own characters and running campaigns while exploring the broader world of storytelling, role playing, and strategic game play. Other RPG systems are also welcome for consideration. This program takes place on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month.<p><br></p></div> | No | 705 | | |
| Sit, Stay, Read! | Sit, Stay, Read! | https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/14975400 | 12/10/2025 11:00:00 PM | 12/11/2025 12:30:00 AM | <div class="ExternalClassEB30280371B54B2AAAD2843EE5371D3A"><p><a href="/locations/mesquite">Mesquite Library</a><br></p></div> | <div class="ExternalClassFBE3D41753E54CC1ACF47F83F1D57F07"><p>Read to a dog -- therapy dogs love to listen to stories! Our friend, <b>Kinsey</b>, a Golden Retriever, will be waiting for you at the library. It will make her so happy to hear you read books! Bring your own book or take one from our shelves and spend some time with Kinsey. Reading aloud to certified therapy dogs is an excellent, fun way for emerging readers to practice their skills!</p><p>Tickets are required for the ten minute read-aloud sessions and will be available at the Youth Desk at 3:30 pm, on a first come, first served basis. Caregivers should plan to stay with their children during the read-aloud sessions.<br><br></p></div> | No | 706 | | |
| Brick Builders | Brick Builders | https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/15172538 | 12/10/2025 11:30:00 PM | 12/11/2025 12:30:00 AM | <div class="ExternalClass3B47343C1D2A497485F449176273A39B"><p><a href="/locations/desert-sage">Desert Sage Library</a><br></p></div> | <div class="ExternalClass7B583BAD89784C6B8E443A6BCEBB979F"><p>Bring your imagination and join us for an afternoon of brick building. You can follow our themes and challenges or make your own. Creative thinking, teamwork, eye-hand coordination, and problem-solving are just a few of the skills learned while having fun with bricks. <br></p><p>Trae tu imaginación y únete a nosotros para una tarde de construcción de ladrillos. Puedes seguir nuestros temas y desafíos o crear los tuyos propios. El pensamiento creativo, el trabajo en equipo, la coordinación ojo-mano y la resolución de problemas son solo algunas de las habilidades que se aprenden mientras se divierten con los ladrillos.<br><br></p></div> | No | 707 | | |
| Holiday Ornament Making | Holiday Ornament Making | https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/15764632 | 12/10/2025 11:30:00 PM | 12/11/2025 12:30:00 AM | <div class="ExternalClass7D2F4A5D52F44BFF8C65A0B74E5A1C92"><p><a href="/locations/ironwood">Ironwood Library</a><br></p></div> | <div class="ExternalClassD5BE5B7DEE284F87BBA75DBC357BA8B9"><p>Get into the holiday spirit at Ironwood Library. Learn to make a simple ornament out of paper. All materials are provided. <br></p></div> | No | 708 | | |
| Storytime at the Park with the Bookmobile! | Storytime at the Park with the Bookmobile! | https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/15074106 | 12/11/2025 5:00:00 PM | 12/11/2025 5:30:00 PM | <div class="ExternalClass6661CC29851141B6BAA3569FD0297CF6"><p>Trailside Point Park<br>7215 W. Vineyard Rd.<br>Laveen Village, AZ 85339<br></p></div> | <div class="ExternalClass2D1A64E2DD1D48E6B0813C6928B97B1F"><p><strong>Who’s it for? </strong><br>Children, birth to age five, and their favorite grownups <br><strong>What will you do? </strong><br>Play, read, sing, and dance with your children in a fun, active program that builds reading skills. <br><strong>What is your child learning? </strong><br>Children who love books and stories become better readers. <br><br></p></div> | No | 652 | | |
| Quilting Club | Quilting Club | https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/15465677 | 12/11/2025 5:00:00 PM | 12/11/2025 8:00:00 PM | <div class="ExternalClassD47C4DD16FE64F1D84588AD1D7E01C2C"><p><a href="/locations/smcl">South Mountain Community Library</a><br></p></div> | <div class="ExternalClassAA65E85388B74FECBA92E64760B9E818"><p>Beginners and experts are welcome. Ages 16 and up. Bring your favorite cotton quilting fabric, transparent rulers, fabric scissors, pins, needles and cotton thread. Bring a sewing machine if you have one. Beginners may be referred to a basics class.<br></p><p><br></p></div> | No | 653 | | |
| Kids Create - Creative Time for Young Artists | Kids Create - Creative Time for Young Artists | https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/14742937 | 12/11/2025 11:00:00 PM | 12/12/2025 12:00:00 AM | <div class="ExternalClass13B57D9161BB400E86E0AD6F4D905175"><p><a href="/locations/juniper">Juniper Library</a><br></p></div> | <div class="ExternalClass7EAE141E69A740DEBC49D6DFFB3CBD4E"><p>Do you like arts and crafts? Do you love fun? We do too. <br><br>Let's create and craft together!<br><br>Spend an hour away from screens and school and get hands-on and creative. Get ready to: <br></p><ul style="box-sizing:border-box;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:10px;color:#333333;font-family:arial, helvetica, verdana;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;"><li><p>explore collage, painting, mosaics and other exciting arts and crafts</p></li><li><p>spend time with other young artists in your community </p></li><li style="box-sizing:border-box;"><p>take home some fabulous works of art signed by you! <br></p></li></ul><p><br></p></div> | No | 654 | | |
| Pressed and Printed: Greeting Card Creations | Pressed and Printed: Greeting Card Creations | https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/15715681 | 12/13/2025 6:00:00 PM | 12/13/2025 7:30:00 PM | <div class="ExternalClass3986A6268B8E4FC183893C45EA137174"><p><a href="/locations/burton-barr">Burton Barr Central Library</a><br></p></div> | <div class="ExternalClassFE6C5AA4E57F4DE299A6B0DF27515032"><p>Join us for a cozy card-making afternoon! Get a chance to try out our new tabletop printing presses and choose from a few festive winter designs to print for your very own greeting card. Attendees may also choose from a variety of specialty papers and decorations to assemble their card.</p><p>No registration required. Seating and supplies are limited - please arrive on time!</p><p>Meet in the Lecture Room on the 4th floor.</p><p><br></p></div> | No | 665 | | |
| Pokémon Club | Pokémon Club | https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/14375761 | 12/13/2025 8:00:00 PM | 12/13/2025 9:30:00 PM | <div class="ExternalClass3E1363A7C70E453595F93977A024C0CE"><p><a href="/locations/cholla">Cholla Library</a><br></p></div> | <div class="ExternalClass5377A274E3724158A834C6196CC7F896"><p>Calling all Pokémon trainers to play the Pokémon trading card game with us! Bring your own cards and battle fellow trainers. Never played before, no problem! We have starter decks to use to teach new players. Recommended for ages 7-12. Basic reading and math skills required. <br></p><p><br></p></div> | No | 655 | | |
| Family Fun - Pokémon Club | Family Fun - Pokémon Club | https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/15172557 | 12/13/2025 10:00:00 PM | 12/13/2025 11:00:00 PM | <div class="ExternalClassABD72C83DFF841D786CF7A967920B46A"><p><a href="/locations/desert-sage">Desert Sage Library</a><br></p></div> | <div class="ExternalClass2A196FCF745842E389EDFABAB688EE98">Ready for fun? Join us every week for a different family activity, such as STEM, art, games, or brick-building.<br><br><p style="box-sizing:border-box;color:#333333;font-family:arial, helvetica, verdana;font-size:14px;background-color:#ffffff;">¿Listo para la diversión? Familias, únanse a nosotros cada semana para una actividad diferente, como STEM, arte, juegos, o construcción de ladrillos de colores. <br></p><p><br></p></div> | No | 651 | | |
| North Valley Symphony Winter Performance | North Valley Symphony Winter Performance | https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/15473206 | 12/20/2025 6:00:00 PM | 12/20/2025 7:00:00 PM | <div class="ExternalClass2391EA1C54D54B9DB03827ACAB33A5F1"><p><a href="/locations/saguaro">Saguaro Library</a><br></p></div> | <div class="ExternalClassBFEFF4FAF2F749A28F7386E916B6ECD6"><p>Join the North Valley Symphony Orchestra with a performance by a trio of musicians. Listen to live music and celebrate the Winter season.<br></p></div> | No | 641 | | |
| New Year's Eve Puzzle Party & Swap | New Year's Eve Puzzle Party & Swap | https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/14779280 | 12/31/2025 11:00:00 PM | 1/1/2026 12:30:00 AM | <div class="ExternalClass4C4DA19A8B6C4336B6969026BA10140E"><p><a href="/locations/ironwood">Ironwood Library</a><br></p></div> | <div class="ExternalClass1056E5980F0E46D1BEFA0081F0E355EB"><p>Adults and teens, join us for a Puzzle Party & Swap! Bring your gently used jigsaw puzzle to swap for another. For each puzzle you bring in (up to a maximum of five), you will receive a ticket to exchange for a new-to-you puzzle. Puzzles should be in their original boxes, and please ensure there are no missing pieces. No children’s puzzles. Puzzles may be brought during the hours of the event or may be dropped off at the front desk beforehand on December 30th or 31st.<br><br></p><p>Pick up a new-to-you puzzle, and stay for a cozy evening of puzzling with others! See you on New Year’s Eve.<br></p><p><br></p></div> | No | 648 | | |
