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Phoenix Public Library - Yucca Library

5648 N 15th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85015

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9:15 AM to 10:00 AM

BabyTime

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Meeting Room, Yucca Library

Who’s it for? Babies up to two years old and their favorite grownups What will you do? Play, sing, and read with your baby in a warm and nurturing program. What will you and your baby learn? Growing brains need to hear lots of language! Your baby will learn to recognize the small sounds and patterns in language and add new words. Babies and their favorite adults will also build social skills as they learn and play with other families with young children.  Tickets will be given out at the desk 30 minutes before the program starts. You must have a ticket to enter. 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.

10:15 AM to 11:00 AM

BabyTime

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Meeting Room, Yucca Library

Who’s it for? Babies up to two years old and their favorite grownups What will you do? Play, sing, and read with your baby in a warm and nurturing program. What will you and your baby learn? Growing brains need to hear lots of language! Your baby will learn to recognize the small sounds and patterns in language and add new words. Babies and their favorite adults will also build social skills as they learn and play with other families with young children.  INSERT ticketing & max ca pacity information hereUnless posted, this program is held every week at this time. Tickets will be given out at the desk 30 minutes before the program starts. You must have a ticket to enter. 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.

3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Creation Station

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Meeting Room, Yucca Library

Calling kids of all ages! Join us each week for crafting and fun! 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.

9:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Family Storytime

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Meeting Room, Yucca 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. Tickets will be given out at the desk 30 minutes before the program starts. 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.

2:00 PM to 3:30 PM

Adult Crafternoon

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Meeting Room, Yucca Library

Join us at Yucca Library to explore different craft projects geared toward adults. Each event will have a different project to create and enjoy. 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.

All day

Stuffed Animal Summer Camp

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Yucca Library

Bring your favorite stuffed animal to the library and leave them for a fun overnight summer camp! Stuffed animals will come home with a special summer craft and photos will be available the following week or sooner. See a Yucca Library staff member to register your stuffed animal. Early drop offs are okay! Pre-registration is not required. 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.

9:30 AM to 10:00 AM

ToddlerTime

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Meeting Room, Yucca Library

Who’s it for? Toddlers ages 24-36 months and their favorite grownups What will you do? Toddlers like to GO, GO, GO, so bring them to the storytime that’s fast and fun. ToddlerTime has stories, songs and games that help beginning talkers. What will your toddler learn? Toddlers are learning new words every day! Help them build their vocabulary with stories, songs and rhymes. Your toddler also will learn to take turns, play with others, and communicate with adults and other children as they take part in this interactive program. Tickets will be given out at the desk 30 minutes before the program starts 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.

10:15 AM to 10:45 AM

Music & Movement

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Meeting Room, Yucca 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. Tickets will be given out at the desk 30 minutes before the program starts. 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.

12:30 PM to 1:30 PM

Kindergarten Bootcamp

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Meeting Room, Yucca Library

Is your child entering kindergarten in Fall 2026? If so, join a Kindergarten Bootcamp! This interactive series meets once a week for 7 weeks and gives families a taste of kindergarten. Parents/caregivers and children learn together the social, academic, and classroom skills needed for school success. Receive free tools and activities each week leading up to Bootcamp graduation. Registration is required and by registering you agree to attend all 7 weeks. This series meets on the following dates: June 3, 10, 17, 24, July 1, 8, 15 This program is only for children entering kindergarten in Fall 2026. Not entering kindergarten in Fall 2026? Check out Tools for School, our school readiness program for 3-5 year olds and their grown-ups. 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.

2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Summer Reading Event: Zoo to You

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Yucca Library

Get up close and personal with our captivating creatures as our expert staff share stories and information that are sure to leave an impression. Our Live on Location program promises an unforgettable adventure that transcends the traditional learning experience and captivates learners of all ages. Space is limited. Program sponsored by the Phoenix Public Library Foundation. 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.

9:15 AM to 10:00 AM

BabyTime

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Meeting Room, Yucca Library

Who’s it for? Babies up to two years old and their favorite grownups What will you do? Play, sing, and read with your baby in a warm and nurturing program. What will you and your baby learn? Growing brains need to hear lots of language! Your baby will learn to recognize the small sounds and patterns in language and add new words. Babies and their favorite adults will also build social skills as they learn and play with other families with young children.  Tickets will be given out at the desk 30 minutes before the program starts. You must have a ticket to enter. 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.

10:15 AM to 11:00 AM

BabyTime

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Meeting Room, Yucca Library

Who’s it for? Babies up to two years old and their favorite grownups What will you do? Play, sing, and read with your baby in a warm and nurturing program. What will you and your baby learn? Growing brains need to hear lots of language! Your baby will learn to recognize the small sounds and patterns in language and add new words. Babies and their favorite adults will also build social skills as they learn and play with other families with young children.  INSERT ticketing & max ca pacity information hereUnless posted, this program is held every week at this time. Tickets will be given out at the desk 30 minutes before the program starts. You must have a ticket to enter. 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.

3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Creation Station

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Meeting Room, Yucca Library

Calling kids of all ages! Join us each week for crafting and fun! 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.

9:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Family Storytime

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Meeting Room, Yucca 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. Tickets will be given out at the desk 30 minutes before the program starts. 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.

2:00 PM to 3:30 PM

Masterpiece Monday

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Meeting Room, Yucca Library

Whether you are a master or you've never picked up a brush, you will leave with a MASTERPIECE all your own. Space and supplies are limited. First come, first served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Phoenix Public Library. This program is for adults, 18 and older. 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.

9:30 AM to 10:00 AM

ToddlerTime

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Meeting Room, Yucca Library

Who’s it for? Toddlers ages 24-36 months and their favorite grownups What will you do? Toddlers like to GO, GO, GO, so bring them to the storytime that’s fast and fun. ToddlerTime has stories, songs and games that help beginning talkers. What will your toddler learn? Toddlers are learning new words every day! Help them build their vocabulary with stories, songs and rhymes. Your toddler also will learn to take turns, play with others, and communicate with adults and other children as they take part in this interactive program. Tickets will be given out at the desk 30 minutes before the program starts 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.

10:15 AM to 10:45 AM

Music & Movement

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Meeting Room, Yucca 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. Tickets will be given out at the desk 30 minutes before the program starts. 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.

9:15 AM to 10:00 AM

BabyTime

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Meeting Room, Yucca Library

Who’s it for? Babies up to two years old and their favorite grownups What will you do? Play, sing, and read with your baby in a warm and nurturing program. What will you and your baby learn? Growing brains need to hear lots of language! Your baby will learn to recognize the small sounds and patterns in language and add new words. Babies and their favorite adults will also build social skills as they learn and play with other families with young children.  Tickets will be given out at the desk 30 minutes before the program starts. You must have a ticket to enter. 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.

10:15 AM to 11:00 AM

BabyTime

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Meeting Room, Yucca Library

Who’s it for? Babies up to two years old and their favorite grownups What will you do? Play, sing, and read with your baby in a warm and nurturing program. What will you and your baby learn? Growing brains need to hear lots of language! Your baby will learn to recognize the small sounds and patterns in language and add new words. Babies and their favorite adults will also build social skills as they learn and play with other families with young children.  INSERT ticketing & max ca pacity information hereUnless posted, this program is held every week at this time. Tickets will be given out at the desk 30 minutes before the program starts. You must have a ticket to enter. 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.

3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Creation Station

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Meeting Room, Yucca Library

Calling kids of all ages! Join us each week for crafting and fun! 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.

9:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Family Storytime

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Meeting Room, Yucca 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. Tickets will be given out at the desk 30 minutes before the program starts. 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.

2:00 PM to 3:30 PM

Adult Crafternoon

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Meeting Room, Yucca Library

Join us at Yucca Library to explore different craft projects geared toward adults. Each event will have a different project to create and enjoy. 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 10:00 AM

ToddlerTime

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Meeting Room, Yucca Library

Who’s it for? Toddlers ages 24-36 months and their favorite grownups What will you do? Toddlers like to GO, GO, GO, so bring them to the storytime that’s fast and fun. ToddlerTime has stories, songs and games that help beginning talkers. What will your toddler learn? Toddlers are learning new words every day! Help them build their vocabulary with stories, songs and rhymes. Your toddler also will learn to take turns, play with others, and communicate with adults and other children as they take part in this interactive program. Tickets will be given out at the desk 30 minutes before the program starts 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.

10:15 AM to 10:45 AM

Music & Movement

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Meeting Room, Yucca 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. Tickets will be given out at the desk 30 minutes before the program starts. 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.

9:15 AM to 10:00 AM

BabyTime

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Meeting Room, Yucca Library

Who’s it for? Babies up to two years old and their favorite grownups What will you do? Play, sing, and read with your baby in a warm and nurturing program. What will you and your baby learn? Growing brains need to hear lots of language! Your baby will learn to recognize the small sounds and patterns in language and add new words. Babies and their favorite adults will also build social skills as they learn and play with other families with young children.  Tickets will be given out at the desk 30 minutes before the program starts. You must have a ticket to enter. 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.

10:15 AM to 11:00 AM

BabyTime

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Meeting Room, Yucca Library

Who’s it for? Babies up to two years old and their favorite grownups What will you do? Play, sing, and read with your baby in a warm and nurturing program. What will you and your baby learn? Growing brains need to hear lots of language! Your baby will learn to recognize the small sounds and patterns in language and add new words. Babies and their favorite adults will also build social skills as they learn and play with other families with young children.  INSERT ticketing & max ca pacity information hereUnless posted, this program is held every week at this time. Tickets will be given out at the desk 30 minutes before the program starts. You must have a ticket to enter. 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.

3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Creation Station

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Meeting Room, Yucca Library

Calling kids of all ages! Join us each week for crafting and fun! 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.

9:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Family Storytime

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Meeting Room, Yucca 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. Tickets will be given out at the desk 30 minutes before the program starts. 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.

10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Play SPOT

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Meeting Room, Yucca Library

Kindergarten Readiness starts at birth! Families with children birth - 5 years old who attend Play SPOT engage in hands-on kindergarten readiness activities. Each family receives at least one book, the month's daily at home activities, and other great resources. Presented by Lutheran Social Services - Family Resource Center Tickets will be given out at the desk 30 minutes before the program starts. Unless posted, this program is held every week at this time. 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 10:00 AM

ToddlerTime

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Meeting Room, Yucca Library

Who’s it for? Toddlers ages 24-36 months and their favorite grownups What will you do? Toddlers like to GO, GO, GO, so bring them to the storytime that’s fast and fun. ToddlerTime has stories, songs and games that help beginning talkers. What will your toddler learn? Toddlers are learning new words every day! Help them build their vocabulary with stories, songs and rhymes. Your toddler also will learn to take turns, play with others, and communicate with adults and other children as they take part in this interactive program. Tickets will be given out at the desk 30 minutes before the program starts 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.