Issue 84 | Oct 2024

Monthly Newsletter

Library Spot Light!

The San Tan Valley Library is hosting their 1st Dia De Los Muertos event for the San Tan Valley community. All are Welcome! There will be crafts & activities, Ballet Folklorico La Llorona Performances, Ofrendas created by Local Schools, Face Painting, and MORE!

New Library Cards!?! Vote TODAY!

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VOTE NOW by clicking an option below!

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Option 1 - Star Card
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Option 3 - Rainbow Sunset Card
Option 4 - Superstition Card
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Option 6 - PCLD Virtual Card

Season 2 of Virtual Story Time with Ms. Jasmine

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


The TumbleBookLibrary is a curated database of children’s e-books, made available by the Pinal County Library District. TumbleBookLibrary has over 1100 titles for grades K-6, and includes our unique animated, talking picture books, read-along chapter books, non fiction books and videos!


*Virtual Story Time | Season 2 - Episode 2 was filmed at the Viney Jones Library*

October - Pinal County Library Events:

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.

Teen Hangout

Friday, Oct. 4th | 2 pm - 4 pm

Arizona City Community Library

13254 Sunland Gin Road

Arizona City, AZ 85123

(520) 866-7740


Hangout with your friends after school on Friday afternoons at the Arizona City Library.

Hangout with your friends after school on Friday afternoons! Come to the library meeting room for board and card games, random crafts, and other shenanigans. No registration required--just drop by! Program is for those entering grades 7-12.

Author Visit: Nancy Elliott

Tuesday, Oct. 15th | 4 pm - 5 pm

San Tan Valley Library

31505 N Schnepf Road

San Tan Valley, AZ 85143

(520) 866-8035


Join Nancy Elliott, author of Autumn's On Its Way

Published by Fulton Books, “Autumn’s On Its Way”, is a love of life story, brim full of legend, mystery, family relationships, adventure, near-death escapes, and an esteemed cast of supporting, real west characters. Set in Arizona’s dramatic, diverse landscapes of tall Saguaros, Ponderosa Pine, lush mountain meadows, and the secret caves and canyons of the Moggollon Rim, “Autumn’s On Its Way” will capture the hearts and imaginations of readers from all walks of life, leaving them spellbound with each turn of the page and staying with them long after its stunning conclusion.

Halloween Yoga-Toddlerobics

Friday, Oct. 18th | 10 am - 10:45 am

Apache Junction Public Library

1177 N Idaho Rd

Apache Junction, AZ 85119

(480) 474-8555


Yoga for toddlers in the library!

Join us for a Spooktacular Halloween Yoga Toddlerobics at the library! Get ready to shake, stretch, and move as we use our bodies to bring a fun, kid-friendly, spooky story to life. After our Halloween yoga adventure, we'll dive into some creative Halloween crafts. Don't miss out on this playful session packed with flexibility, balance, and imagination!


5Up Storytime (ages 5+)

Friday, Oct. 25th | 4 pm - 4:30 pm

Maricopa Library & Cultural Center

18160 N Maya Angelou Dr

Maricopa, AZ 85138

(520) 568-2926


This is Story Time for your elementary school aged children!

This program is meant for elementary school aged kids ages five and up. Enjoy longer books, participate in a discussion and do a craft related to the books. This program will help to increase literacy skills, provide a positive reading experience, promote family bonding and be FUN!

Please Note: At least one adult will need to attend with their children, as children may not attend unsupervised. Registration is required to ensure space and materials for the program. Please register the adult as the attendee and any children as guests.


Fall into Reading Program Oct2024

Oct. 1st - Nov. 1st | ALL MONTH

Casa Grande Main Library

449 N Drylake Road

Casa Grande, AZ 85122

(520) 421-8652


Join the Casa Grande Main Library and the Vista Grande Library for a month long reading challenge for kids ages 5-17.

Join the Casa Grande Main Library and the Vista Grande Library for a month long reading challenge for school age kids (ages 5-17). Keep track of how much you read and your child can create their very own Read-and-Bead necklace at the end of the month. Our reading program will conclude with a very special Dia de los Muertos event at the Main Library on November 1st! We will be hosting a storyteller, mariachi band, yummy treats, face art, and folklorico dancers! Don't miss out on the fun this fall!


Thinking Money for Kids

Tuesday, Oct. 8th | 10 am - 11 am

Coolidge Public Library

160 W Central Ave

Coolidge, AZ 85128

(520) 723-6030


It’s time to farm AND make moolah! On October 8 @ 10:00 AM, join us for a fun, life-size farm simulation. Sell crops, handle unexpected events, and make financial decisions with your team. Can you come out on top in 12 months?

October 2024 Calendar

Oct. 1st - Oct. 31st | ALL MONTH

Superior Public Library

99 Kellner Avenue

Superior, AZ 85173

(520) 689-2327


The Superior Public Library has a lot of programs going on this month! Follow their Facebook page to stay updated on programing and other Library Events!

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Digital Resources You Should Check Out!

Use ComicsPlus Today

Check-Out ComicsPlus TODAY!

Get unlimited, simultaneous access to thousands of digital comics, manga, and picture books from a variety of library-friendly publishers with ComicsPlus.


To sign up, use the links below. After signing up, log in to ComicsPlus using your browser or the ComicsPlus iOS and Android apps. To switch between the Full Collection, Teen Library, or Children's Library, please sign up for each individually using the same email address.


Full Collection: Emergent, Children, Kids, Teen, Young Adult, Adult 

Children's Library: Emergent, Children, Kids

Teen's LibraryKids, Teen, Young Adult 


Download the ComicsPlus app:

iPhone and iPad users

Android users

For More Information Click the Link Below

Ask the Librarians: Comics & Manga 101

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?

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Pinal County Library District

520-866-6457

PinalLibrary@pinal.gov

www.pinal.gov/library

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Issue 84 | Oct 2024