Library: Peoria Main Library
Date: Saturday, Apr. 26
Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Join us for a free community event and explore community organizations. Receive free health screenings, employment opportunities, mentoring programs, early literacy programs, senior services, legal assistance, and family support. 

Library: Peoria Main Library
Date: See Below

Join us at the Peoria Main Library for a series of workshops teaching important life skills, including budgeting, car care, cooking - and much more! April's classes offers sessions on automotive care, and sewing and repairing clothes!

• Apr. 5 @ 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - Basic automotive and car care. To register, Click Here.
• Apr. 19 @ 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - Sewing and clothes repair. To register, Click Here.

This project is supported by the Arizona State Library, Archives & Public Records, a division of the Secretary of State, with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Este programa cuenta con el apoyo de la Biblioteca Estatal de Arizona, Archivos y Registros Públicos, una división de la Secretaria de Estado, con fondos federales del Instituto de Servicios de Museos y Bibliotecas.

Library: Peoria Main & Sunrise Mountain Libraries
Date: See below

Join us for a craft celebrating Earth Day! Paint a small, white terracotta pot, then add soil and plant your choice of flower seeds to take home and nurture. Learn a bit about gardening and our seed library.

• Sunrise Mountain Library: Tuesday, Apr. 8, @ 5:30 p.m.- 7 p.m. Registration required. To register, Click Here.
   
• Peoria Main Library: Thursday, Apr. 10, @ 5:30 p.m.- 7 p.m. Registration not required.

Library: Peoria Main Library
Date: The 3rd Tuesday of the month; Apr. 15, May 20 & Jun. 17
Time: *New Time: 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Tired of battling over too much screen time? Wish you could just sit down and play a game IRL (In Real Life)? Then try out our monthly Family Board Game Night! Gather around to play classics like Candy Land, Uno, or Jenga. For the more adventurous, try out a family-Friendly strategy game like “Oregon Trail: The Card Game”, “Outrun the Bear” or “Exploding Kittens”. Come on and enjoy a game night every third Tuesday of the month at the Peoria Main Library.

Library: Sunrise Mountain Library
Date: The 3rd Wednesday of the Month - Starting Apr. 16
Time: 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Teens and adults, come enjoy a blend of fun and education with virtual reality at your local library! Each month will present different activities and themes - all in the amazing world of VR!

This project is supported by the Arizona State Library, Archives & Public Records, a division of the Secretary of State, with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Library: Peoria Main Library
Date: Thursday, Apr. 24
Time: 5:30 p.m.

Planning ahead is the greatest gift you can give yourself and your family. It’s a way to ensure your wishes are followed and give everyone peace of mind. Join us at Peoria Main Library for a free workshop that simplifies the pre-planning process and empowers you to take charge of your legacy.

• To register, Click Here.

Library: Peoria Main Library
Date: Thursday, Apr. 24
Time: 6 p.m.

Some stories cannot just be told. They must be experienced… Playback Arizona provides innovative, improvisational performances in which members of the audience tell true stories from their lives and then watch the stories be brought to artistic life by the ensemble of actors and musicians. Weaving improvised scenes with music, movement, and metaphor, Playback Theatre performances reflect the diversity of human experience and celebrate our common humanity. Every performance is different, and any true story from your life is welcome — or just sit back and enjoy others’ stories!

Library: Sunrise Mountain Library
Date: Last Wednesday of the month: Apr. 30, May 28 & Jun. 25
Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Adults, do you like to play classic games like Uno, Rummikub, Mahjong as well as plethora of others? If so, join us for a spirited afternoon of gaming once a month at Sunrise Mountain Library!

Library: Peoria Main Library
Days: The 2nd Wednesday of the month
Time: 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Join us at our book club for foodies! Once a month, find a recipe in a cookbook that matches our theme, cook it up, and bring it to the group to share! Once you have chosen your dish to bring, contact Adam Poage by email at Adam.Poage@peoriaaz.gov to let him know what recipe you will be bringing so we don’t have a lot of duplication in the dishes we will sample on meeting night. At the meeting, we discuss what we liked/disliked about the cookbooks while we eat. The specific cookbooks will be held at the upstairs reference desk for club members to check out a month before the meeting day.

Dates/Titles:

• Apr. 9 - Vegetarian or meat substitutes (cultured meats too). These veggies are a-peeling!
• May 14 - Asian Heritage month (Any Asian dish). Wonton a piece of this?
• Jun. 11 - Your Heritage (any recipe from a culture you share your heritage with). It's thyme we appreciate our roots.
• Jul. 9 - BBQ Cookout, bring your favorite side or desert. (hot dogs will be provided). Lettuce relish these delicious sides.

Library: Sunrise Mountain Library
Date: The 2nd Monday of the month
Time: 6 p.m.

If you love reading Romance, then this is the group for you! Join us each month to discuss a new romantic read. Please email Payten McGinn at Payten.McGinn@peoriaaz.gov with any questions about the club.

Dates/Titles:

• Apr. 14 - "Under Loch and Key" by Lan Ferguson.
• May 12 - "This Summer Will be Different" by Carley Fortune.

Library: In-person and Virtual
Days: The 3rd Tuesday of the month
Time: 6 p.m.

Bring a friend and come join us for a discussion of some great books and some fun! Newcomers are always welcome! The club will be offered in both virtual and in-person formats. Please contact Kathie Jackson at (623) 773-8650 or Kathie.Jackson@peoriaaz.gov to register for either the virtual or in-person option. For those choosing to join virtually, an e-mail with a link to the event will be sent to you the day of the meeting.

Dates/Titles:

• Apr. 15 - "Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murders" by Jesse Q. Sutanto.
• May 20 - Any book by Lisa See.

Library: In-person and Virtual
Days: The 3rd Thursday of each month
Time: 6 p.m.

Want to meet some interesting characters? Open a book. Want to meet some real-life interesting characters, too? Join the Novels @ Night Book Club! Book clubs are a great way to talk with friends and meet new people while exploring and discussing (hopefully!) good books. Join us in-person or virtually on the 3rd Thursday of each month for a lively discussion. Contact Kathleen Wade at (623) 773-7578 or e-mail Kathleen.Wade@peoriaaz.gov for more information and to register for the virtual option. For those attending virtually, an e-mail link to Zoom will be sent before the meeting.

Dates/Titles:

• Apr. 17 – "Somewhere Beyond the Sea" by T J Klune.
• May 15 – "The Cuban Affair" by Nelson DeMille.
• Jun. 19 – "Little Woman" by Louisa May Alcott.

Library: Peoria Main Library
Date: Fridays
Time: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m

Adults, join us at the Peoria Main Library and enjoy a relaxing morning, coloring and drinking coffee with new friends. All supplies provided. We hope to see you there!

Library: Peoria Main Library in the Activity Room
Days: Wednesdays
Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Join our sewing club on Wednesdays for fun, laughter, and of course sewing! Use our machines or bring your own. Experienced adult (18+) sewers please.

Library: Sunrise Mountain Library
Date: See below

Meet fellow crochet, knitting, and sewing/needlework enthusiasts! Bring your own project to start or work on. Share ideas, help, tips, and patterns along with friendly and cheerful conversation. Beginning to advanced needlecrafters are all welcome. Must be 18 years of age and older to participate.

Days/Times:

• Saturday, Apr. 12: 11 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.
• Saturday, Apr. 26: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
• Saturday, May 10: 11 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.
• Saturday, May 24: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Library: Peoria Main & Sunrise Mountain Libraries

If you would like to get started with computer basics, e.g. Microsoft Word, internet searching, downloading e-books, using databases, using our catalog etc., please speak to a reference librarian about scheduling an individual appointment. These half-hour blocks allow one-on-one help with the topic of your choice. When scheduling an appointment, please let the librarian know what your question is and what result you are aiming for.

Please call the following to check availability and schedule an appointment:

• Peoria Main Library - (623) 773-7578.
   
• Sunrise Mountain Library - (623) 773-8650.

Library: Virtual

Connect Arizona’s Digital Navigators are a team of library staff from around the state who provide one-on-one phone assistance to help Arizona communities get online. We serve as a free tech support hotline for digital learning and information on accessing low-cost internet and computer offers. Sponsored by the Arizona State Library.

Connect to the Digital Navigators here: https://connect-arizona.com/digital-navigators

Library: Sunrise Mountain Library
Date: Wednesdays: May 14
Time: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Learn about lactation and breastfeeding from Lauren at AZ Breastfed Babies. Registration required.

• To register, Click Here.

Library: Peoria Main Library
Date: Every 3rd Wednesday of the month: Apr. 16, May 21, Jun. 18 & Jul. 16
Time: 5:30 p.m.

Join us to have your questions answered by a licensed Medicare insurance agent. Medicare 101 offers practical advice on transitioning into or navigating through this complicated system. Join or change plans during Open Enrollment. Open Enrollment ends Dec.7.

• To register, Click Here.

Library: Sunrise Mountain Library
Date: Apr. 22 & May 20
Time: 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.

This educational seminar will bring clarity to the fundamentals of Medicare, and enable you to make informed decisions. The seminar is helpful for people that are new to Medicare, as well as existing Medicare card holders. This program is presented by Allison and Adam Lubenow, owners of Senior Advisors. Registration is not required.

Topics covered include when to enroll in Medicare and how to evaluate this decision, how to ensure you aren't overpaying for healthcare and medication, the top five Medicare mistakes we encounter and how to prevent making these mistakes, the parts of Medicare, comparing Advantage Plans to Supplement Plans (Medigap), how to choose the best drug card (Part D) for your individual needs, and how to choose your insurance carrier.

• For more information and to register for an event reminder, Click Here.

Library: Sunrise Mountain Library
Date: The 2nd Thursdays of the month: Apr. 10 & May 8
Time: 5 p.m.

Learn the fundamentals of retirement planning in our modern world. With so much information out there, it can be difficult to decipher which is helpful and which isn't. Join us as we dive into topics like tax-efficient withdrawals, Social Security, and investing for retirement. Bring your burning questions and gain knowledge in a relaxed, classroom setting. Registration is required.

• To register, Click Here

Library: Sunrise Mountain Library
Date: The 3rd Thursday of the Month
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Join us to improve your Spanish skills for work, travel, fun! Come practice speaking Spanish with other learners and native speakers in a casual, fun environment. All levels welcome! For adults and youth ages 10+ (youth must be accompanied by an adult). Please e-mail caunderhillaz@gmail.com or call (602) 614-5161 with any questions.

Library: Sunrise Mountain Library
Date: The 3rd Saturday of the month
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Master Gardener volunteers will be available to answer your desert gardening questions, including but not limited to plant selection, irrigation, fertilization, pruning techniques, pest management and problem diagnosis. You can bring plant material or insect specimens for ID and advice.

Library: Peoria Main & Sunrise Mountain Libraries

Peoria Public Libraries in partnership with Driving-Tests.org, a company dedicated to driver safety and education, offers free Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) practice tests to library patrons. The service includes free tests specifically based on the state’s DMV materials. It is the only site of its kind to include accessibility tools that let users hear selections read aloud, make them into MP3s, translate pages into other languages, magnify text, and mask portions of the screen for greater visibility on the practice tests.

• To start your Practice Tests, Click Here.

Library: Peoria Main Library
Date: The 1st Wednesday of the Month: Apr. 2 & May 7
Time: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Play Dungeons & Dragons at the Peoria Main Library the first Wednesday of every month from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Pre-generated characters and dice are provided. For ages 13 and up. Registration is required.

• To register, Click Here.

Library: Peoria Main Library
Dates: The 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month
Time: 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.

In the mood for foot-tapping music? Monday Night Melodies, a free concert featuring two sets, is for you! A variety of music, from Country and Bluegrass to folk, oldies, and ethnic will entertain you. The program takes place in the Main Library's Willow Room, which will open for attendees at 5:30 p.m. on the days of the concerts.

Library: Peoria Main Library
Days: The 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month
Time: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

A free jam session open to everyone. Stop by and make some music!

Check out a Culture Pass and get free admission for 2 people at one of fourteen popular venues around the valley. Enjoy the arts, museums, performances and more for free! They are available at both The Peoria Main Library and Sunrise Mountain Library, cannot be placed on hold and are subject to availability.

Available at your library's Circulation Desk

• Click here to see a list of Culture Passes Available @ Your Peoria Public Libraries.
• Visit the Culture Passes at the Act One webpage.
• See a list of Culture Pass performances and venues in the Metro Phoenix area.
• Fill out a Act One Culture Pass Survey - In English or In Spanish.