Scottsdale Public Library

February 2023

Stay and Play

(ages 0-5 / 90 min) This series of play-based learning is for children up to five-years-old and their parents/caregivers. Your child will have opportunities to explore, create and investigate in this intentional play-based environment. Each session will also feature local resource professionals who address a variety of early childhood topics.

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.

10:30 a.m., Wednesdays, Feb. 8 - 22, at Civic Center Library
10:30 a.m., Thursdays, Feb. 23 - March 30, at Mustang Library
 

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Valentine Mood Art

(ages 10-18 / 30 min) Choose your own Valentine mood! Create your best or worst art project to celebrate the day using piles of arts and craft materials.

5 p.m., Monday, Feb. 6, at Mustang Library
4 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 7, at Appaloosa Library
12:30 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 8, at Arabian Library
 

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Learn About the Life and Achievements of Music Icon, Chuck Berry

Join Vinnie Bruno, 60s Rock 'N Roll historian, for an entertaining and interactive learning experience on the life and achievement of the music icon, Chuck Berry. A true entertainer, Chuck Berry is regarded as one of the greatest songwriters and guitarists. Vinnie Bruno, a Beatles scholar, 60s Rock historian and a storyteller, has been giving lectures on historic and musical overview of more than 100 rock and roll musicians and groups.

Chuck Berry: Hail, Hail Rock ‘n Roll Lecture with Vinnie Bruno
When: 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4
Where: Mustang Library
Location: 10101 N. 90th Street Scottsdale, AZ 85258
 

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Arizona's Filmmaking History

The state of Arizona has always been a photogenic favorite for movie producers. From "Real to Reel," see how Hollywood has affected popular views of Western settlement and continues to impact social interactions. Presented by author and historian Jim Turner.

This is an AZ Speaks program that is made possible by the Arizona Humanities Council.

Arizona Goes to the Movies: A Filmmaking History
When: 5 p.m. Monday, Feb. 13
Where: Mustang Library
Location: 10101 N. 90th Street Scottsdale, AZ 85258
 

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The Underground and Overground Railroad

Join us for a presentation on the history of the Underground Railroad, which helped enslaved people escape to freedom, and the Overground Railroad, which allowed work and travel under Jim Crow laws. Presented by Dr. Tamika Sanders.

This is an AZ Speaks program that is made possible by the Arizona Humanities Council.

The Underground and Overground Railroad
When: 5 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23
Where: Civic Center Library
Location: 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd. Scottsdale, AZ 85251
 

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Civic Center Youth Room Closure

The youth room at Civic Center Library will be closed beginning Monday, Feb. 27, for carpet replacement and has a tentative reopening date of Friday, March 3. All youth programs will be relocated to the Copper Gallery. During that week, there may be some noise and/or odors or light fumes that may irritate those who are sensitive to products. For alternate access to youth items, please visit one of our other Scottsdale Public Library locations or order materials from our catalog to be placed on hold for you to pick up inside the library or at Civic Center Curbside.
 

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Library Shop at Appaloosa

The Library Shop at Appaloosa Library is now open during both Pony Express and regular hours. Find bargain prices on books, music and more – shops are stocked with community donations, so you never know what treasures you'll find. The Library Shops at Civic Center Library and Mustang Library are also open during regular building hours and plans for the Library Shop at Arabian are underway.
 

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Phone Notifications

Phone notifications regarding library account information about holds and due date messages will be ending. If you need to change your notification preference, please call the Library Help Line at 480-312-READ (7323) or speak with a staff member at any library location.
 

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Wowbrary

Wowbrary keeps you in the know on the latest books, audiobooks, magazines, movies and more offered by your Scottsdale Public Library. Sign up for this weekly newsletter and see what is new at the library. Get the jump on holds lines by getting the latest release news on favorite authors, genres and new reads.

Read reviews, get recommendations and library news in a weekly newsletter by signing up at: Wowbrary.org/signup.aspx.
 

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Birdies for Charity

In partnership with Thunderbird Charities, The Friends of the Scottsdale Public Library is once again participating in Birdies for Charity. This fundraiser works just like a walk-a-thon, where you pledge a fixed amount (e.g. $.05) for every birdie scored during the 2023 WM Phoenix Open from Feb. 6-12. In 2022, a total of 1,422 birdies were made at the tournament. This is a great way to support your local library as the Thunderbirds absorb all fees and provides a 10% bonus for donations once $500 is reached in pledges.

To make your pledge, visit Birdiesforcharityaz.com and select Friends of the Scottsdale Public Library as your charity. Pledges must be made by 5 p.m. Feb. 13.
 

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Holiday Hours

All Scottsdale Public Library locations will be closed Monday, Feb. 20, in observance of the Presidents' Day holiday. See a full list of holiday hours here.
 

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Spring Activity Registration Starts Feb. 27

Don’t miss your chance to participate in Scottsdale Parks and Recreation’s April and May recreation programs! Registration opens 8 a.m. Monday, Feb. 27, for residents, and 8 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 28, for non-residents. In the past, we have mailed copies of Scottsdale Life, our complete guide to Parks and Recreation programs, to past participants. In order to conserve resources, we are not mailing copies; however we will have copies at all city of Scottsdale facilities, and you can view the magazine online or browse classes via our online registration system.
 

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Scottsdale Super Season

Get the scoop on Scottsdale Super Season. The city has partnered with Experience Scottsdale to promote Scottsdale Super Season – signature events that take place in Scottsdale through March, including Western Week, the WM Phoenix Open, Super Bowl LVII and associated activities, and Spring Training.

Get details: ScottsdaleSuperSeason.com.

Super Season Highlights:

• Western Week (Jan 28-Feb. 5): A full week of cultural events including the Parada del Sol Parade and Arizona Indian Festival. Old Town Scottsdale.
• WM Phoenix Open (Feb. 6-12): The PGA Tour's most well-attended event followed by the nightly Birds Nest Music Festival. TPC Scottsdale.
• Historic Old Town Scottsdale ESPN Main Street Tailgate (Feb. 8-12): This serves as the backdrop for much of the network's pre-game coverage of Super Bowl LVII. Main Street, between Scottsdale Road and Brown Avenue.
• Spring Training (Feb. 25-March 28): Spring Training baseball under the warm Arizona sun has been a tradition for devoted fans since 1947. Scottsdale Stadium is home to the San Francisco Giants.
   

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Historic Old Town ESPN Main Street Tailgate

The countdown is on to Super Bowl LVII, and Scottsdale is excited to host ESPN’s live broadcast leading up to the game. Starting Feb. 8, ESPN will begin broadcasting its pre-game coverage bright and early from Old Town Scottsdale. Beat the crowds by heading to the Historic Old Town ESPN Main Street Tailgate from 8-10 a.m. Wednesday, Thursday and Friday that week. Though festivities will continue through 8 p.m. each day, you’ll have a better chance of appearing on national television weekday mornings. In doing so, you’ll help Old Town Scottsdale shine on a national stage, support area businesses and inspire future travel to the destination.