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Storytimes and kids' library events near Phoenix Public Library - Acacia Library from the public library calendar.

Phoenix Public Library - Acacia Library

750 E Townley Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85020

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10:30 AM to 11:15 AM

Summer Reading Event: Unearth Some Fun!

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Meeting Room, Acacia Library

Join us for a different fun activity every Thursday during Summer Reading. Stretch like a dinosaur, hatch eggs, solve puzzles and more. Each week we will explore something new! Space is limited. Program sponsored by Maricopa County Library District as part of Maricopa County Reads, the summer reading program at the library. Don't forget to sign up for the Summer Reading Game, it's for all ages! Prizes include free books and other great giveaways. Registration begins May 1. Start logging your reading on June 1. Game ends July 20. To sign up, click here! Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Homeless ID Project

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Meeting Room, Acacia Library

Every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month. First come, first serve. AZ ID Replacement Replace a lost or stolen AZ ID or AZ Driver's License. For a 1st time AZ ID or Driver's License, please bring what you can: birth certificate, Social Security card, AHCCCS insurance card, and ID cards from any other state. A valid out of state DL is required to switch to an AZ DL. Birth Certificate Birth certificates will only be issued if required for obtaining an Arizona State ID or for housing purposes. If a birth certificate is needed for housing, a supporting document from a case manager or housing facility will be required at the time of application. For questions, please visit HIDP.org or call 602-223-3427. Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

10:30 AM to 11:20 PM

Bilingual Family Storytime with Craft/Tiempo de Cuentos Bilingüe Para Familias

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Meeting Room, Acacia Library

Who’s it for? Children, birth to age five, and their favorite grownups What will you do? Play, read, sing, and dance with your children in a fun, active program that builds reading skills. What is your child learning? Children who love books and stories become better readers. Directly following storytime, participants are invited to make a fun paper craft as a special bonus activity for summer! Support for early literacy programs is provided by a grant from First Things First, which partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. Learn more at FirstThingsFirst.org. ¿Para quién es? Niños de cero a cinco años y sus adultos favoritos. ¿Qué harán? Jugar, leer, cantar, y bailar con sus hijos en un programa divertido y activo. ¿Qué está aprendiendo su hijo? Los niños a los que les gustan los libros y los cuentos desarrollan habilidades lectoras y se convierten en mejores lectores. Inmediatamente después de Tiempo de Cuentos los participantes están invitados a crear una manualidad divertida con papel como actividad especial durante el verano. La subvención de First Things First brinda apoyo a los programas de alfabetización temprana. First Things First acompaña a las familias y a las comunidades para darles a todos los niños de Arizona la oportunidad de llegar al kindergarten en buenas condiciones de salud y listos para el éxito. Para más información, ingrese a FirstThingsFirst.org. Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Cancelled: Sit, Stay, Read!

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Acacia Library

Read to a dog -- therapy dogs love to listen to stories! Our friend, Dolly 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 Dolly. Reading aloud to certified therapy dogs is an excellent way for emerging readers to practice their skills (and lots of fun, too!) Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

9:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Mystery Book Club

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Meeting Room, Acacia Library

Join Acacia's Mystery Book Club! Meets every first Saturday of the month to discuss a member-chosen book. This month we will discuss Past Lying by Val McDermid. Everyone is welcome to read the book and join the conversation. Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

10:30 AM to 11:15 AM

Family Storytime

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Meeting Room, Acacia Library

Who’s it for? Children, birth to age five, and their favorite grownups What will you do? Play, read, sing, and dance with your children in a fun, active program that builds reading skills. What is your child learning? Children who love books and stories become better readers. Unless posted, this program is held every week at this time. Support for early literacy programs is provided by a grant from First Things First, which partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. Learn more at FirstThingsFirst.org. Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

10:30 AM to 11:00 AM

Music & Movement

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Meeting Room, Acacia Library

Who’s it for? Wiggle worms, birth to age five, and their favorite grownups What will you do? 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. What is your child learning? Children who love books and stories become better readers. Unless posted, this program is held every week at this time. Support for early literacy programs is provided by a grant from First Things First, which partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. Learn more at FirstThingsFirst.org. Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

3:45 PM to 5:45 PM

Teen Adventure Hour

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Meeting Room, Acacia Library

Calling all adventurers! Join us at Acacia Library for a weekly teen gaming night where you'll embark on epic quests, battle fearsome monsters, and forge lasting friendships! Whether you're a seasoned hero or new to the world of tabletop gaming, there's a place for you at our table. Learn the art of character creation, master the mechanics of gameplay, and explore a world of imagination and excitement. Let the dice roll and the adventures begin! Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

1:00 PM to 2:30 PM

Front Porch Book Club

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Meeting Room, Acacia Library

Join Acacia's Front Porch Book Club! Meets every third Wednesday of the month to discuss a member-chosen book. This month we will discuss Short Nights of the Shadow Catcher by Timothy Egan. Everyone is welcome to read the book and join the conversation. Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

10:30 AM to 11:15 AM

Summer Reading Event: Unearth Some Fun!

Source

Meeting Room, Acacia Library

Join us for a different fun activity every Thursday during Summer Reading. Stretch like a dinosaur, hatch eggs, solve puzzles and more. Each week we will explore something new! Space is limited. Program sponsored by Maricopa County Library District as part of Maricopa County Reads, the summer reading program at the library. Don't forget to sign up for the Summer Reading Game, it's for all ages! Prizes include free books and other great giveaways. Registration begins May 1. Start logging your reading on June 1. Game ends July 20. To sign up, click here! Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

10:30 AM to 11:20 PM

Bilingual Family Storytime with Craft/Tiempo de Cuentos Bilingüe Para Familias

Source

Meeting Room, Acacia Library

Who’s it for? Children, birth to age five, and their favorite grownups What will you do? Play, read, sing, and dance with your children in a fun, active program that builds reading skills. What is your child learning? Children who love books and stories become better readers. Directly following storytime, participants are invited to make a fun paper craft as a special bonus activity for summer! Support for early literacy programs is provided by a grant from First Things First, which partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. Learn more at FirstThingsFirst.org. ¿Para quién es? Niños de cero a cinco años y sus adultos favoritos. ¿Qué harán? Jugar, leer, cantar, y bailar con sus hijos en un programa divertido y activo. ¿Qué está aprendiendo su hijo? Los niños a los que les gustan los libros y los cuentos desarrollan habilidades lectoras y se convierten en mejores lectores. Inmediatamente después de Tiempo de Cuentos los participantes están invitados a crear una manualidad divertida con papel como actividad especial durante el verano. La subvención de First Things First brinda apoyo a los programas de alfabetización temprana. First Things First acompaña a las familias y a las comunidades para darles a todos los niños de Arizona la oportunidad de llegar al kindergarten en buenas condiciones de salud y listos para el éxito. Para más información, ingrese a FirstThingsFirst.org. Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Sit, Stay, Read!

Source

Acacia Library

Read to a dog -- therapy dogs love to listen to stories! Our friend, Dolly 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 Dolly. Reading aloud to certified therapy dogs is an excellent way for emerging readers to practice their skills (and lots of fun, too!) Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

10:00 AM to 11:30 AM

The Accidental Crafter

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Meeting Room, Acacia Library

Are you a reluctant or inexperienced crafter? Are you looking for new projects but don't know where to start? Join us for an hour of creativity and fun as we all craft together! All materials provided. Adults only. This month we will do a quilling and watercolor project. Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

10:30 AM to 11:15 AM

Family Storytime

Source

Meeting Room, Acacia Library

Who’s it for? Children, birth to age five, and their favorite grownups What will you do? Play, read, sing, and dance with your children in a fun, active program that builds reading skills. What is your child learning? Children who love books and stories become better readers. Unless posted, this program is held every week at this time. Support for early literacy programs is provided by a grant from First Things First, which partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. Learn more at FirstThingsFirst.org. Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

10:30 AM to 11:00 AM

Music & Movement

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Meeting Room, Acacia Library

Who’s it for? Wiggle worms, birth to age five, and their favorite grownups What will you do? 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. What is your child learning? Children who love books and stories become better readers. Unless posted, this program is held every week at this time. Support for early literacy programs is provided by a grant from First Things First, which partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. Learn more at FirstThingsFirst.org. Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

3:45 PM to 5:45 PM

Teen Adventure Hour

Source

Meeting Room, Acacia Library

Calling all adventurers! Join us at Acacia Library for a weekly teen gaming night where you'll embark on epic quests, battle fearsome monsters, and forge lasting friendships! Whether you're a seasoned hero or new to the world of tabletop gaming, there's a place for you at our table. Learn the art of character creation, master the mechanics of gameplay, and explore a world of imagination and excitement. Let the dice roll and the adventures begin! Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Homeless ID Project

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Meeting Room, Acacia Library

Every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month. First come, first serve. AZ ID Replacement Replace a lost or stolen AZ ID or AZ Driver's License. For a 1st time AZ ID or Driver's License, please bring what you can: birth certificate, Social Security card, AHCCCS insurance card, and ID cards from any other state. A valid out of state DL is required to switch to an AZ DL. Birth Certificate Birth certificates will only be issued if required for obtaining an Arizona State ID or for housing purposes. If a birth certificate is needed for housing, a supporting document from a case manager or housing facility will be required at the time of application. For questions, please visit HIDP.org or call 602-223-3427. Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

10:30 AM to 11:20 PM

Bilingual Family Storytime with Craft/Tiempo de Cuentos Bilingüe Para Familias

Source

Meeting Room, Acacia Library

Who’s it for? Children, birth to age five, and their favorite grownups What will you do? Play, read, sing, and dance with your children in a fun, active program that builds reading skills. What is your child learning? Children who love books and stories become better readers. Directly following storytime, participants are invited to make a fun paper craft as a special bonus activity for summer! Support for early literacy programs is provided by a grant from First Things First, which partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. Learn more at FirstThingsFirst.org. ¿Para quién es? Niños de cero a cinco años y sus adultos favoritos. ¿Qué harán? Jugar, leer, cantar, y bailar con sus hijos en un programa divertido y activo. ¿Qué está aprendiendo su hijo? Los niños a los que les gustan los libros y los cuentos desarrollan habilidades lectoras y se convierten en mejores lectores. Inmediatamente después de Tiempo de Cuentos los participantes están invitados a crear una manualidad divertida con papel como actividad especial durante el verano. La subvención de First Things First brinda apoyo a los programas de alfabetización temprana. First Things First acompaña a las familias y a las comunidades para darles a todos los niños de Arizona la oportunidad de llegar al kindergarten en buenas condiciones de salud y listos para el éxito. Para más información, ingrese a FirstThingsFirst.org. Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Cancelled: Sit, Stay, Read!

Source

Acacia Library

Read to a dog -- therapy dogs love to listen to stories! Our friend, Dolly 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 Dolly. Reading aloud to certified therapy dogs is an excellent way for emerging readers to practice their skills (and lots of fun, too!) Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

10:30 AM to 11:15 AM

Family Storytime

Source

Meeting Room, Acacia Library

Who’s it for? Children, birth to age five, and their favorite grownups What will you do? Play, read, sing, and dance with your children in a fun, active program that builds reading skills. What is your child learning? Children who love books and stories become better readers. Unless posted, this program is held every week at this time. Support for early literacy programs is provided by a grant from First Things First, which partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. Learn more at FirstThingsFirst.org. Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

10:30 AM to 11:00 AM

Music & Movement

Source

Meeting Room, Acacia Library

Who’s it for? Wiggle worms, birth to age five, and their favorite grownups What will you do? 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. What is your child learning? Children who love books and stories become better readers. Unless posted, this program is held every week at this time. Support for early literacy programs is provided by a grant from First Things First, which partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. Learn more at FirstThingsFirst.org. Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

3:45 PM to 5:45 PM

Teen Adventure Hour

Source

Meeting Room, Acacia Library

Calling all adventurers! Join us at Acacia Library for a weekly teen gaming night where you'll embark on epic quests, battle fearsome monsters, and forge lasting friendships! Whether you're a seasoned hero or new to the world of tabletop gaming, there's a place for you at our table. Learn the art of character creation, master the mechanics of gameplay, and explore a world of imagination and excitement. Let the dice roll and the adventures begin! Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

10:30 AM to 11:20 PM

Bilingual Family Storytime with Craft/Tiempo de Cuentos Bilingüe Para Familias

Source

Meeting Room, Acacia Library

Who’s it for? Children, birth to age five, and their favorite grownups What will you do? Play, read, sing, and dance with your children in a fun, active program that builds reading skills. What is your child learning? Children who love books and stories become better readers. Directly following storytime, participants are invited to make a fun paper craft as a special bonus activity for summer! Support for early literacy programs is provided by a grant from First Things First, which partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. Learn more at FirstThingsFirst.org. ¿Para quién es? Niños de cero a cinco años y sus adultos favoritos. ¿Qué harán? Jugar, leer, cantar, y bailar con sus hijos en un programa divertido y activo. ¿Qué está aprendiendo su hijo? Los niños a los que les gustan los libros y los cuentos desarrollan habilidades lectoras y se convierten en mejores lectores. Inmediatamente después de Tiempo de Cuentos los participantes están invitados a crear una manualidad divertida con papel como actividad especial durante el verano. La subvención de First Things First brinda apoyo a los programas de alfabetización temprana. First Things First acompaña a las familias y a las comunidades para darles a todos los niños de Arizona la oportunidad de llegar al kindergarten en buenas condiciones de salud y listos para el éxito. Para más información, ingrese a FirstThingsFirst.org. Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Cancelled: Sit, Stay, Read!

Source

Acacia Library

Read to a dog -- therapy dogs love to listen to stories! Our friend, Dolly 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 Dolly. Reading aloud to certified therapy dogs is an excellent way for emerging readers to practice their skills (and lots of fun, too!) Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

9:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Mystery Book Club

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Meeting Room, Acacia Library

Join Acacia's Mystery Book Club! Meets every first Saturday of the month to discuss a member-chosen book. This month we will discuss Winterkill by Ragnar Jonasson. Everyone is welcome to read the book and join the conversation. Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

10:30 AM to 11:15 AM

Family Storytime

Source

Meeting Room, Acacia Library

Who’s it for? Children, birth to age five, and their favorite grownups What will you do? Play, read, sing, and dance with your children in a fun, active program that builds reading skills. What is your child learning? Children who love books and stories become better readers. Unless posted, this program is held every week at this time. Support for early literacy programs is provided by a grant from First Things First, which partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. Learn more at FirstThingsFirst.org. Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

10:30 AM to 11:00 AM

Music & Movement

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Meeting Room, Acacia Library

Who’s it for? Wiggle worms, birth to age five, and their favorite grownups What will you do? 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. What is your child learning? Children who love books and stories become better readers. Unless posted, this program is held every week at this time. Support for early literacy programs is provided by a grant from First Things First, which partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. Learn more at FirstThingsFirst.org. Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

1:00 PM to 3:30 PM

Creative Memoir Writing Class

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Meeting Room, Acacia Library

This workshop will give writers, beginning or experienced, the opportunity to read their current work and allow a group critique for the benefit of learning from each other. If you are working on your memoir or would like to start, please come join us! Sessions are on the first and third Thursdays of the month. Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

10:30 AM to 11:00 AM

Bilingual Family Storytime/Tiempo de Cuentos Bilingüe Para Familias

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Meeting Room, Acacia Library

Who’s it for? Children, birth to age five, and their favorite grownups What will you do? Play, read, sing, and dance with your children in a fun, active program that builds reading skills. What is your child learning? Children who love books and stories become better readers. Support for early literacy programs is provided by a grant from First Things First, which partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. Learn more at FirstThingsFirst.org. ¿Para quién es? Niños de cero a cinco años y sus adultos favoritos. ¿Qué harán? Jugar, leer, cantar, y bailar con sus hijos en un programa divertido y activo. ¿Qué está aprendiendo su hijo? Los niños a los que les gustan los libros y los cuentos desarrollan habilidades lectoras y se convierten en mejores lectores. La subvención de First Things First brinda apoyo a los programas de alfabetización temprana. First Things First acompaña a las familias y a las comunidades para darles a todos los niños de Arizona la oportunidad de llegar al kindergarten en buenas condiciones de salud y listos para el éxito. Para más información, ingrese a FirstThingsFirst.org. Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.

1:00 PM to 2:30 PM

Book Talk

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Meeting Room, Acacia Library

Join us for an afternoon Book Talk! This is a casual meeting where we will discuss recent reads and recommendations. Bring the title and a description of a book you recently read and want to recommend or just sit back and listen for inspiration on your next read. Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or through Ask Us at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Necesita alguna adaptación para participar en algún programa, servicio o actividad de Phoenix Public Library? Llame al 602-262-4636, a la línea TTY al 711 o presente una solicitud en persona o por medio de Ask Us por lo menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento.