What to Celebrate This Month... | | |
December is Read a NEW Book Month!
There’s no better time to discover something new! New Authors, New Genres, and New Stories! Whether you’re looking to relax over the holidays or start a new reading habit, December is the perfect opportunity to dive into a book you’ve never tried before.
Try Our New Catalog!
Searching for your next read has never been easier! Explore our brand-new catalog, designed to help you find books faster, place holds, manage your account, and discover recommendations tailored to your interests.
Browse the latest titles, check out upcoming releases, and reserve your next favorite read with just a few clicks!
Visit our catalog at: www.pinal.gov/LibraryDistrict and click search catalog.
Stop by Your Local Pinal County Library!
Your local Pinal County library is the perfect place to:
- Explore new titles and genres
- Ask staff for personalized reading suggestions
- Enjoy free resources, programs, and community events
- Check out physical or digital books, audiobooks, and more
Whether you’re interested in mystery, romance, nonfiction, children’s books, or graphic novels, there’s something new waiting for everyone this month.
Make it your goal to read at least one new book in December. Let’s celebrate the joy of reading together!
Happy Reading!
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End-of-Year Reflection
As we close out another year, I find myself reflecting with gratitude, pride and inspiration for all that we have accomplished together across our County. Serving a region as widespread as ours is both a privilege and a responsibility, one we strive to meet every day with innovation and deep commitment to community connection. Libraries are living, breathing reflections of the communities they serve, and this year has reminded me once again just how vibrant our libraries in Pinal County are. 2025 brought growth in many forms, some visible, others quietly transformative. We welcomed new faces to our library family, celebrated returning patrons and continued to expand our programs and services. Whether it was the buzz of busy families picking up their weekly supply of books, the laughter from our youngest Story-Time patrons, the quiet space shared by a reader and their favorite library corner, these moments of connection, large and small, truly define our work and reinforce that our libraries are a place for everyone. Looking ahead we are excited to continue strengthening our community engagement, and expanding outreach to ensure every resident, regardless of location, can benefit from what libraries in Pinal County have to offer. As always, your feedback helps shape our direction. Thank you for your support this year, whether you borrowed a book, attended a program, volunteered your time or simply recommended us to a friend. Every visit, every checkout, every interaction and conversation helps us grow stronger as a County. Here's to a new year filled with discovery, inspiration and shared stories. We look forward to welcoming you through our doors again and again.
~Gloria Moreno, Director
| | Meet Ms. Jasmine, our amazing Outreach Librarian here at Pinal County Library District. | | Meet Chip, our NEW Library Technician here at Pinal County Library District. | | |
Virtual Story Time with Ms. Jasmine: Holiday Fun for Everyone!
Celebrate the season with a little extra Story Time joy! Our Virtual Story Time with Ms. Jasmine is now available for families to enjoy anytime, anywhere.
Kids can experience both Season 1 Ep. 9 and Season 2 Ep. 4, each offering its own magical holiday tale and engaging moments perfect for cozy family time at home. Whether you're looking to keep little ones entertained during the holiday break or add some seasonal sparkle to your day, these virtual sessions are a wonderful way to celebrate.
You can watch now on YouTube by visiting @PCLDArizona.
Gather the family, press play, and let the holiday storytelling begin!
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Join Ms. Jasmine for Story Time, Baby Time, and Community Outreach Events!
We invite families to join Ms. Jasmine for exciting literacy programs happening both at the library and out in the community. Enjoy Story Time, Baby Time, and special outreach events designed to engage young learners and spark a love for reading.
Please note: schedules are subject to change.
Special Guest This Month:
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Here are just a handful of the more than 300 free library programs taking place this month.
Please visit our online calendar to view a complete list.
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Letters to Santa!!!
December 1st - 12th
Arizona City Community Library
13254 Sunland Gin Road
Arizona City, AZ 85123
(520) 866-7740
Drop by the Arizona City Community Library to write a letter to Santa!
We've created a workshop area to help you make your own personalized Santa letter!
Drop by anytime but remember cut off date to send your letter is December 12th!
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Holidays in Hawaii
Saturday, December 13th | 10 am - 11 am
San Tan Valley Library
31505 N Schnepf Road
San Tan Valley, AZ 85143
(520) 866-8035
Join us on Saturday, December 13th from 10AM - 11AM as we party with Santa! There will be crafts and games, some fun surprises and a chance to take a family photo with Santa himself!
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Holiday Story Time with Ms. Jasmine
Tuesday, December 23rd | 10 am - 11 am
Eloy Santa Cruz Library
1000 N. Main Street
Eloy, AZ 85131
(520) 466-3814
Join Ms. Jasmine for a festive Holiday Story Time filled with joyful stories, songs, and seasonal fun. Bring the kids for an engaging hour of literacy, laughter, and a special holiday craft.
Perfect for families, caregivers, and children of all ages.
We look forward to celebrating the season with you!
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Meet Author Dirk Van Leenen
Friday, December 5th | 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Superior Public Library
99 Kellner Ave
Superior, AZ 85173
(520) 689-2327
The Superior Public Library is proud to host Arizona resident & Holocaust survivor, Dirk Van Leenen author of Resistance On a Bicycle and The Americans are Coming. Van Leenen as he describes his parents' heroic assistance to Jews in Holland during WWII. Hiding an average of 20 refugees at a time beneath their home in the Hague.
Free to the public!
| | Digital Resources You Should Check Out! | | Celebrate the season with the best holiday content on Hoopla. From books to movies and TV, cozy up and enjoy the holiday magic. www.pinal.gov/LibraryDistrict | | |
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The Pinal County Library District website provides a catalog of all of our library materials. Patrons can download e-books, e-audiobooks, and access a suite of research databases.
But what if you can't find what you're looking for, or something doesn't seem to work right?
Just like at your local library, you can ask a Librarian! Just click the "Ask A Question" button in the center of the screen on our homepage and fill out the online form. Send us a description of what you need or what went wrong, and staff at Pinal County Library District will get back to you by phone or email (your choice) to help troubleshoot and resolve the issue.
Please note that staff are only available during regular office hours, Monday-Friday, 8am to 5pm. Questions submitted after hours or on weekends will be answered the following business day.
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