Issue 94 | August 2025

Monthly Newsletter

Summer Reading 2025 May Be Over… But the Library Fun Isn’t!

Thank you to everyone who participated in Summer Reading 2025! From exciting programs to fun prizes, we had an amazing time celebrating reading across Pinal County. But just because summer is winding down doesn’t mean the fun has to stop.

Let’s Recap the Summer

Check out our highlight slideshow to see some of the best moments from this year’s Summer Reading program. (Click Video Below)

Find your next adventure at www.pinal.gov/library or visit your nearest branch for details.

Let’s keep reading and learning together all year long!

Season 2 of Virtual Story Time with Ms. Jasmine featuring TUMBLE BOOKS!

We're thrilled to share Season 2 - Episode 12 of Virtual Story Time with Ms. Jasmine, filmed at the Viney Jones Library and Community Center! This episode highlights one of our favorite digital resources: the Tumble Book Library, available to all Pinal County Library District patrons.

What is Tumble Book Library?

Tumble Book Library is a rich collection of over 1,100 titles designed for children in grades K–6. It includes animated, talking picture books, read-along chapter books, non-fiction titles, and engaging videos—all curated to foster a love of reading. The platform is accessible online for free with your library card.

In every episode, Ms. Jasmine explores a featured Tumble Book to give families a glimpse of the engaging, interactive reading experiences this digital library offers. The goal of this series is not to replace these books, but to introduce families to the Tumble Book platform—showing how easy and fun it is to use, and encouraging you to explore more stories on your own.

Whether you're a regular Tumble Book user or just getting started, these episodes are a great way to see the magic of digital Story Time in action—and to discover how your local library connects you to a world of reading.

Watch an episode now and visit our website to start using Tumble Book Library today!

Keep the Fun Going!

There’s something happening year-round at your local Pinal County Library. Whether it’s STEM activities, family story times, book clubs, teen game nights, or craft days — your library has something for everyone.

Author Visit - Lisa Schnebly Heidinger

Friday, August 15th | 11 am - 12 pm

Arizona City Community Library

13254 Sunland Gin Road

Arizona City, AZ 85123

(520) 866-7740

Join local author Lisa Schnebly Heidinger as she discusses her book "Arizona FriendTrips."

Arizona Friend Trips: Stories from the Road by Lisa Schnebly Heidinger and Julie Morrison - Selected by the Arizona Center for the Book To represent Arizona's literary heritage at the 2025 National Book Festival. -2025 AZ Great Reads from Great Places

Come Learn MahJong

Saturday, August 30th | 11 am - 1 pm

San Tan Valley Library

31505 N Schnepf Road

San Tan Valley, AZ 85143

(520) 866-8035

Have you every wanted to learn to play MahJong? We have an opportunity for you! Join us each Saturday from 11:00 AM - 1:0 PM

Have you every wanted to learn to play MahJong? We have an opportunity for you! Join us each Saturday from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM as we learn the intricacies of this exciting game! It will be necessary to participate in at least a few consecutive weeks to pick up on gameplay, so please plan accordingly. The goal is to have a group who can play together regularly at the library.

Math Monday K-2 Grade & 3-5 Grade

August 4, 11, 18, & 25 | 4pm - 5pm

Apache Junction Public Library

1177 N Idaho Rd

Apache Junction, AZ 85119

(480) 474-8555

After School Math Club for grades K-2 and 3-5!

Have a kiddo who likes math or who could use some extra math time? Sign up for Math Club! This 8 week series will bring a little fun to math and keep your child learning!

We have 2 registrations - Grades K-2 and 3-5. THIS REGISTRATION IS FOR GRADES K-2!

THIS REGISTRATION IS FOR GRADES 3-5!

We will all meet together, but we have 2 different curriculums! 

Reading Dragons & Friends!

Next Challenge: August 3 - August 16

Coolidge Public Library

160 W Central Ave

Coolidge, AZ 85128

(520) 723-6030

Big News, Dragon Trainers! You asked for it, and it’s official—Reading Dragons & Friends is now a year-round adventure! Get ready for surprise pop-up challenges on Beanstack throughout the year. Collect dragons, level up, and celebrate your reading journey all year long.

Fun Van supported by First Things First

Thursday, August 7th | 9 am - 10:30 am

Maricopa Library & Cultural Center

18160 N. Maya Angelou Drive

Maricopa, AZ 85139

(520) 568-2926

Combined parenting education and preschool program for parents and caregivers with children ages 0-5. Registration required https://www.ajpl.org/funvan/registration/

Fun Van is a parenting education program supported by First Things First in the Pinal Region. Parents and caregivers of children ages 0-5 attend our free, 1.5 hours classes together in 8 consecutive week cycles at a variety of locations across Pinal County.

At each class, children enjoy art activities, stories, and play time with a variety of age-appropriate toys while parents and caregivers learn strategies to be their child's first and best teacher. Each child receives a free book at each class attended!

Registration required https://www.ajpl.org/funvan/registration/ or call 480-474-8559 or email funvan@apachejunctionaz.gov if registration is closed.

ASK US

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.

Need help finding your local library?

View all Pinal County Library Locations

Pinal County Library District

520-866-6457

PinalLibrary@pinal.gov

www.pinal.gov/library

STAY CONNECTED

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