Library: Peoria Main Library

Peoria Public Library is proud to introduce the Library Launchpad, a new initiative designed to help community members explore, grow, and launch their next big step in life. Whether you’re starting a business, preparing for a career change, or building skills for the future, Library Launchpad offers free resources, workshops, and connections to help you succeed.

To learn more about the Launchpad initiative, the programs being offered and the resources available, Click Here.

Library: Peoria Main Library
Date: Saturday, Oct. 18
Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

It is that time of the year again, time for the annual Peoria Main Library 'Library Fall Fest'! Join us for this fun, free family event and learn about all what the Peoria Libraries have to offer. There will be games, crafts, bounce houses, a scavenger hunt, free pumpkins, food trucks and community partner information!

Bonus! Ready to show off your pumpkin carving skills? Join our annual Fall Fest Pumpkin Carving Contest! Patrons of ages 0-12 and 13+ are invited to bring their creative, carved pumpkins to the Peoria Main Library for a chance to win a prize! Registration forms can be picked up at the Main Library Youth Desk or can be downloaded by Clicking Here. (.pdf)

The carved pumpkin and registration form are due at The Peoria Main Library by Friday, Oct. 17.

Library: Sunrise Mountain Library
Date: Saturday, Nov. 8
Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Sunrise Mountain Library will be celebrating all things fun and fantasy with annual Fantasy Fest! Join us on November 8 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. for BINGO, crafts and all things fantasy! Dress in your finest family friendly cosplay costume and join us for a morning of fun. There will be something for everyone!

Extra: If you wish to trade any unwanted decorative enamel pins or buttons, fill your inventory with them, bring them to Fantasy Fest and seek the one who wields the Pincushion Shield, known as the Mysterious Pin-Trader!

Vendors, if you would like to participate in the Fantasy Fest event, please fill out the Vendor Form by Clicking Here.

Library: Peoria Main & Sunrise Mountain Libraries
Contest dates: Sept. 1 - Oct. 24
Showcase: Sunrise Mountain Library
Showcase date: Friday, Oct. 31
Showcase times: Adults @ 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. | Teen @ 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Youth @ 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Get into the spirit of the spookiest season by writing your own short horror story to share with everyone for Sunrise Mountain Library's Super Scary Short Story Showcase! From September 1 through October 24, craft and submit a new nightmare of your own to be read around an inflatable campfire on Friday, October 31, while enjoying s'mores, cocoa, and the good company of your fellow scary story authors! For the showcase, stories will be shared for their specific age groups during hour blocks. All ages are welcome to submit an entry!

To ensure your submission is eligible to be shared at the showcase and included in our readable compilation, please review the rules and guidelines on our Submission Form.

• To download the Submission Form, Click Here (.pdf).

Library: Peoria Main Library

Teens, look for an opportunity to get volunteer hours? Become a Book Buddy and earn service hours for school, honor society, and youth organization requirements. As a bonus, they'll also develop important real-world skills like communication, patience, and leadership, which are great for their resume and college applications. You can apply today using the link below.

• 2nd quarter sessions will be held on Wednesdays, Oct. 22 - Dec. 3, from 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
  Applications are due by Oct. 15. To apply, Click Here

Library: Peoria Main Library
Date: 1st & 3rd Saturdays of the month: Oct. 18, Nov. 1 & 15, Dec. 6 & 20
Time: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Do you have a story to tell? Memoir, fiction, or non-fiction — this interactive class will help you bring your words to life. Each session includes guided writing exercises and optional opportunities to share your work in class or on stage. This workshop is safe and fun place to meet new people, improve writing skills, get more comfortable with public speaking and finding your own voice. This program is funded by Peoria Arts Grant. Whether you come once or attend all ten sessions, you’ll leave with stories in hand—and if you stick with it, you may even be on your way to a book! Supplies provided. Funded by Peoria Arts Grants. For ages 16 and up.

• To register, Click Here.

Library: Sunrise Mountain Library
Date: The 4th Wednesday of the month: Oct. 22 & Dec. 3
Time: 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Join us each month after school on the 4th Wednesday to get crafty with fun projects. Registration not required.

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

Teens, join us at the library and get creative with WHAM (What’s Happening Art Movement)! Each session features hands-on projects using a variety of mediums like bead crafting, oil pastels, paper quilling, collages, and CD mosaics. Come to one class or attend them all! Thanks to a Peoria Arts & Cultural Commission grant, WHAM is offering a free monthly art class for up to 15 teens. Registration is required.

• Sunrise Mountain Library - 2nd Wednesday of the month @ 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. - Nov. 12 & Dec. 10.
  To register, Click Here.
   
• Peoria Main Library - 4th Wednesday of the month @ 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. - Oct. 22, Nov. 26 & Tuesday, Dec. 30.
  To register, Click Here.

Month/Projects:

• Oct. - Beaded Plants.
• Nov. - Abstract Acrylic Painting.
• Dec. - Paper Quilling Art.

Library: Sunrise Mountain Library
Dates: Mondays; Oct. 27, Nov. 24 & Dec. 22
Time: 4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Teens, join us once a month and relax with your friends for 90 minutes of gaming fun! Play a wide variety of video games, meet new people and hang out at the library. No registration required.

Library: Peoria Main Library
Date: Tuesday, Nov. 4
Time: 4 p.m.

Create your own mini zine! Write, draw, or collage a short story, poem, or artwork in a fun and low pressure workshop. Supplies and snacks provided, just bring your creativity! Registration required.

• To register, Click Here.

Library: Peoria Main Library
Date: 1st Wednesday of the month: Nov. 5 & Dec. 3
Time: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Play Dungeons & Dragons at the Peoria Main Library the first Thursday 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
Date: The 3rd Wednesday of the month: Nov. 19 & Dec. 17
Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Are you a fan of anime/manga like Jujutsu Kaisen, Demon Slayer, or My Hero Academia? Come watch anime, discuss manga, and even try authentic Japanese snacks at the Peoria Public Library! For ages 12 - 17.

Library: Sunrise Mountain Library
Date: The 3rd Wednesday of the Month: Nov. 19 & Dec. 17
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: Saturday, Dec. 13
Time: 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Teens and tweens, join us for a Mario Kart 8 Deluxe tournament! Prizes for 1st place will receive a Culvers Value Basket coupon, Culvers Concrete Mixer Ice-cream coupon, & Enamel Pin; 2nd place will receive Culvers Value Basket coupon, Culvers Concrete Mixer Ice-cream coupon, & one LEGO Mystery Mini-figure; 3rd place will receive 2 In & Out Hamburger coupons, & Lanyard. Everyone who plays gets a free Uptown Jungle 1 hour of play and stickers! For kids 7 - 17.

Registration is required. Please call (623) 773-7556 with any questions.

• To register early and ensure your spot, Click Here.
• Registration on the day of the program runs from 1:30 p.m. - 1:50 p.m. with no guarantee of available spots.

E-sports Disclaimer: Be aware that all ages involved will compete together in the same bracketing system.

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.

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 .