NEEDLE & THREAD Work on your project, chat, and share tips with fellow crafters. Bring your own materials and coffee mug. Instruction books available.
Wednesdays, 10 am
LIBRARY FOR ALL This program is geared toward adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities and their caregivers. Join us to make, craft, create, and explore in a low-stress and fun environment.
1st Thursdays, 11 am | Jan 4, Feb 1, Mar 7 & Apr 4
TRUE CRIME CLUB (AGES 16+) Come to the library for this program to talk about books, current trials, documentaries, podcasts, or listen to a speaker who works in the true crime field. Check the library online calendar for more detailed information.
1st and 3rd Fridays, 5:30 pm
ADULT CRAFT Come hang out with our friendly crafting group for some fun crafts and activities. Materials will be provided.
1st and 3rd Saturdays, 2 pm
GENEALOGY WORKSHOP Get an overview of the basic features of Ancestry Library Edition, learn about additional resources, searching techniques, and share tips, tools and experiences with others interested in family history.
2nd Saturdays, 2 - 4 pm | Jan 13, Feb 10 & Mar 9
FRIENDSHIP SPEED MEET & GREET Attendees will have short, timed conversations using fun prompts to help spark new friendships. There will be time at the end to reconnect and mingle. Registration required. To register, visit www.
avondalelibrary.org or contact
EmailLibrary@avondaleaz.gov.
Saturday, Jan 20, 2 - 4 pm
SPECIAL EVENTS READING DRAGONS KIDS CLUB (AGES 5-12) The library’s brand-new Reading Dragons Kids Club gamifies reading with mythical creature trading cards. Stop by the information desk to learn more and pick up your Reading Dragons Starter Pack. Watch for ongoing activities to accelerate your game or trade with others!
Program runs Jan 2 - Apr 30, 2024
ALL INCLUSIVE YOGA (ALL AGES) Learn and practice basic yoga and breathing techniques in a fun, judgment free environment for people of all abilities and ages.
1st Mondays, 4 pm | Jan 8, Feb 5, Mar 4 & Apr 1
YUMMY DISCOVERIES (AGES 3 – 5) Join the Pendergast Family Resource Center and the Civic Center Library for a special storytime accompanied by custom snacks created by your children! Registration required. Please call (623) 772-2339 to register.
Thursdays, 4 pm | Jan 11 & 18
ROBOTICS WORKSHOPS (AGES 10 – 18) Join us for a series of interactive robotics workshops for beginners. Registration required. Please visit
https://ecorobotik.com to register.
Mondays, 3:30 - 5:30 pm | Jan 22, Feb 12, Mar 11 & Apr 8 4 • RAVE January - April 2024
PLAY DOUGH POWER (AGES 2-5) Join the Pendergast Family Resource Center and the Civic Center Library for a special sensory experience where your child is the creator! Registration required, please call (623) 772-2339 to register.
Thursdays, 4 pm | Feb 1, 8, 15 & 22
SUPERB OWL PARTY (ALL AGES) Celebrate the greatest owls of all time at the library’s “Superb Owl Party.” Come dressed in your favorite team football jersey, as your favorite vampire, or your favorite owl. There will be lots of creepy paper crafts and fun activities for all ages!
Saturday, Feb 10, 2 - 4 pm
STEAMFEST (ALL AGES) STEAMFEST is a fun-filled extravaganza for families, featuring activities around Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math concepts.
Saturday, Apr 20, 11 am - 1 pm
MUSIC & MOVEMENT (AGES 0 – 5) Join the Pendergast Family Resource Center and the Civic Center Library for an active, energetic music class with dancing, rhythm sticks, ribbons and simple instruments. Registration required. Please call (623) 772-2339 to register.
Thursdays, 4 pm | Mar 7, 21 & 28
BARBIE DAY (ALL AGES) Celebrate National Barbie Day at Civic Center Library with an afternoon filled with Barbie themed crafts, activities, and a showing of the 2023 film.
Saturday, Mar 9, 1:30 - 4:30 pm
STUFFIE SPRING CELEBRATION STORYTIME (AGES 3-6) Celebrate the first day of spring in style by bringing your favorite stuffed friend or doll to Preschool Storytime. All stuffies and their owners will receive special spring treasures from the treasure basket!
Tuesday, Mar 19, 11 am
SOLAR ECLIPSE WEEK Celebrate the crossing of the solar and lunar paths with a week of fun activities geared towards learning more about our universe.
Preschool Storytime (Ages 3-6): Tuesday, Apr 2, 11 am STEAM Playdate (Ages 3-6): Wednesday, Apr 3, 11 am STEAM Lab (Ages 6-12): Thursday, Apr 4, 4 pm Wigglers to Walkers (Ages 0-24 mos): Monday, Apr 8, 10:15 &11 am
CELEBRATE EARTH WEEK! Join the Civic Center Library all week for activities that will help children learn about the value of our natural world and how we can best protect and preserve it for the future!
Wigglers to Walkers (Ages 0-24 Mos): Monday, Apr 22, 10:15 & 11 am Family Afternoon Storytime (All Ages): Monday, Apr 22, 4 pm Preschool Storytime (Ages 3-6): Tuesday, Apr 23, 11 am STEAM Playdate (Ages 3-6): Wednesday, Apr 24, 11 am STEAM Lab (Ages 6-12): Thursday, Apr 25, 4 pm
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