Scottsdale Public Library

November 2022

Free Event For Library Cardholders

Enjoy a free family friendly celebration as you dance the night away to the sounds of Uncorked the Band! There will also be cotton candy, games and activities for the whole family to enjoy. Your Scottsdale Public Library Card is your ticket to enter. Don't have a library card? Sign up now - either online or at one of our four library branches. Please see our FAQ for more details. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Scottsdale Library, who will be honoring winners of their Spirit of Literacy Award during the event. 

Library Cardholder Celebration 
When: 5 - 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5
Where: Scottsdale Stadium
Location: 7408 E. Osborn Road Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Cost: Free
 

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Take Flight With Scottsdale Public Library and Liberty Wildlife

(ages 6 and up) Meet some amazing birds of prey that are native to Arizona. Presenters from Liberty Wildlife will teach us about the history, habitat, preservation and safety of each animal. Space is limited, so please see a staff person prior to the start of the program to pick up a ticket which will be your registration. 

See more information: Arizona Birds of Prey

4 - 4:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4 at Civic Center Library
4 - 4:45 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9 at Mustang Library
4 - 4:45 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15 at Appaloosa Library
3:30 - 4:15 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 16 at Arabian Library 
 

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Develop Key Skills to Improve Parent / Child Interactions

(ages 3-5) This six-week series is designed to focus on children's approaches to learning, both socially and academically. Each session uses books, songs and parent/child interactions to help develop one of the most important domains in child development – how to learn. Registration is required and participants are expected to attend all six weeks.

Step Up to Learning
When: 11 - 11:45 a.m. Fridays beginning Nov. 4
Where: Civic Center Library
Location: 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale, AZ 85251
 

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Meet Former United States Navy Fighter Pilot, Captain Larry Ernst

Captain Larry Ernst, United States Navy, was a fighter pilot during the Vietnam War and flew more than 100 combat missions from the deck of the USS Kitty Hawk. Join us for this presentation and Q&A from the Scottsdale's Veterans AZ program as Captain Larry Ernst share his background and experience as a veteran.

Veterans Day Presentation
When: 5 - 6:15 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9
Where: Civic Center Library
Location: 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale, AZ 85251
 

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Hometown Happy Hour: Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the Scottsdale Historic Preservation Program

Join award-winning Scottsdale architect Douglas B. Sydnor for a presentation on Scottsdale history and preservation on the 25th anniversary of the establishment of the program, which works to increase public awareness of Scottsdale's heritage while identifying historic and cultural resources and preserving and protecting the structures that best represent Scottsdale's past. The presentation begins at 5:30 p.m. but stop in few minutes early to enjoy light snacks and a cool beverage. 

Hometown Happy Hour
When: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9
Where: Appaloosa Library
Location: 7377 E. Silverstone Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
 

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Access Scottsdale Public Library Anywhere

Learn about all the fun things you can do with your virtual library through in-person drop-in eMedia classes. Bring your mobile device such as a smart phone, tablet or Kindle eReader and check out how to get free ebooks, audiobooks, music, movies, magazines, newspapers and kid's read-alongs. Easy to use and available 24/7!

See more information: Drop-in e-Media classes

4 - 4:45 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 3 at Mustang Library
Noon - 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 10 at Arabian Library 
10 - 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 17 at Civic Center Library
2 - 3 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 17 at Appaloosa Library
 

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‘Tis the Season to be Cooking!

Did you or a loved one change their dietary habits this year? Are you looking to get your kids more involved in holiday preparations? Is this your first time cooking a holiday dinner? Or are you just looking for some new inspirations to spice up your Thanksgiving table? We have a book for that! Check out our list of books, eBooks and videos filled with recipes that may inspire you and your guests to gobble up more than ever this holiday season.
 

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Join the Friends of the Scottsdale Public Library

Scottsdale Public Library celebrated the Friends of Scottsdale Public Library during National Friends of Libraries Week from Oct. 16-22. Interested in joining the Friends? Stop by any of our Scottsdale Public Library branch locations to pick up a brochure or print one here.

Also, throughout November, the Friends is sponsoring a fundraiser with Krispy Kreme donuts; purchase a dozen donuts using this link and the Friends will receive 33% of the proceeds to raise money towards Scottsdale Public Library programs.
 

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Holiday Hours

All Scottsdale Public Library locations will be closed  Friday, Nov. 11 for Veterans Day. All locations will also close at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 23 and remain closed on Thursday, Nov. 24 and Friday, Nov. 25 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

See a full list of holiday hours here.