We're interested in hearing about your experiences with the Glendale Public Library! Whether it's a memorable moment, a positive impact on your life, or a simple appreciation, share your stories with us throughout April.
Visit http://gplaz.org/tellyourstory to fill out the form, or grab a paper version at any Glendale Library location. You can also include pictures, videos, or audio recordings to enhance your submission.
As a token of our appreciation, participants will receive a small thank-you gift. Your stories contribute to showcasing the library's role in the community!
Planned for children ages 0 to 3 years with a parent/caregiver. Join us in reading simple books, singing fun songs, & enjoying imaginative fingerplays! No registration necessary. Call 623-930-3600 for more information.
All events at the Glendale Public Library are public, and participants may be photographed by the media and or City staff for future print and/or online publication.
Planned for children ages 0 to 3 years with a parent/caregiver. Join us in reading simple books, singing fun songs, & enjoying imaginative fingerplays! No registration necessary.
All events at the Glendale Public Library are public, and participants may be photographed by the media and or City staff for future print and/or online publication.
For a fun afternoon of companionship, come to a discussion of literary fiction. We meet on the third Thursday of every other month. This month we will discuss Memphis by Tara Stringfellow.
Geometry and abstract art team up in this super cool program. Tweens, ages 9-11, will dive into the world of the legendary Dutch artist Piet Mondrian and craft stunning luminaries inspired by his iconic masterpieces!
All events at the Glendale Public Library are public, and participants may be photographed by the media and/or City staff for future print and/or online publication.
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.
Join us for an evening of music as Allen Ames plays violin and guitar while Pam Morita sings and plays piano. They play
classical and jazz pieces, from Bach to Brubeck, interlaced with fun musical
stories.
All events at the Glendale Public Library are public, and participants may be photographed by the media and or City staff for future print and/or online publication.
Enjoy an afternoon of music featuring singer/songwriters Cowboy Wrecks, Laura Joy and Michael Greenleaf. Cowboy Wrecks’ original music ranges from Americana to folk to deeply spiritual. Laura Joy, with her percussive finger picking and buoyant voice, will perform her acoustic pop originals. Michael Greenleaf will share his heartfelt, at times humorous, but always deeply personal and intelligent pieces.
Bring the family and come enjoy the show!
All events at the Glendale Public Library are public, and participants may be photographed by the media and/or City staff for future print and/or online publication.
Trees are our allies! Come and learn about the benefits of trees, and how to
plant, water, and prune a tree. Certified Arborist, Cathy Rymer, will share
everything you need to know about proper tree care and overview more than 30
trees to help you choose a suitable tree for the Arizona Desert.
Join us for a traditional storytime with stories, fingerplays, songs and more. Children of all ages are welcome to attend, but those under three must be accompanied by an adult. Stories are typically geared to ages 2½ to 5. No registration necessary. Call 623-930-3600 for more information.
All events at the Glendale Public Library are public, and participants may be photographed by the media and/or City staff for future print and/or online publication.
Planned for children ages 0 to 3 years with a parent/caregiver. Join us in reading simple books, singing fun songs, & enjoying imaginative fingerplays! No registration necessary. Call 623-930-3600 for more information.
All events at the Glendale Public Library are public, and participants may be photographed by the media and or City staff for future print and/or online publication.
Planned for children ages 0 to 3 years with a parent/caregiver. Join us in reading simple books, singing fun songs, & enjoying imaginative fingerplays! No registration necessary.
All events at the Glendale Public Library are public, and participants may be photographed by the media and or City staff for future print and/or online publication.
Teaching kids the math
behind earning, saving and spending money is one of the most important skills a
child can learn. Children between 5 - 11 are invited to gain some financial
knowledge and paint a piggy bank to take home and put to good use!
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.
All events at the Glendale Public Library are public, and participants may be photographed by the media and or City staff for future print and/or online publication.
Meet new people and destroy your
enemies! Choose from games like Uno, Cards
Against Humanity (the Family Edition), Codenamesand
more. This program is for teens, 12-18, only.
All events at
the Glendale Public Library are public, and participants may be photographed by
the media and/or City staff for future print and/or online publication.
The Phoenix College Pan Groove is thrilled to return to the Glendale Public Library to share the rich history and sounds of the steel pan. Created in Trinidad and Tobago in the 1930s, the steel pan sound is now known and celebrated worldwide as a cultural icon of the Caribbean. The ensemble will perform well known tunes featuring the steel pan as well as original compositions from some of the leading steel pan composers of today.
Bring the family and come enjoy the show!
This concert is funded by a City of Glendale Performing Arts Grant.
All events at the Glendale Public Library are public, and participants may be photographed by the media and/or City staff for future print and/or online publication.
Bring your acoustic instrument to play along, or join the audience at this round-robin all-acoustic jam session. Alll are welcome! Second and fourth Saturday of every month. PLEASE NOTE: THIS JAM IS NORMALLY HELD AT FOOTHILLS LIBRARY BUT IS CHANGING LOCATION THIS WEEK DUE TO BOOKSALE AT FOOTHILLS LIBRARY.
Gather with people from different backgrounds and beliefs to exchange thoughtful ideas and experiences. This group will be facilitated by Renee Kirschner.
The Sahuaro Ranch Acoustic Jam meets the second and fourth Sunday afternoons. Bring your acoustic instrument and play round-robin style in this self-led program. Audience welcome. No registration required.
Meet Tori Ostberg of Copper State Storm Chasing, who leads the exciting life of chasing treacherous weather, from monsoons to tornadoes. Tori doesn't run from the storm. She runs to it! Her knowledge of and experience with Mother Nature's wildest Arizona storms will be covered in this presentation, along with her breathtaking footage and award winning photographs.
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.
Join us for a traditional storytime with stories, fingerplays, songs and more. Children of all ages are welcome to attend, but those under three must be accompanied by an adult. Stories are typically geared to ages 2½ to 5. No registration necessary. Call 623-930-3600 for more information.
All events at the Glendale Public Library are public, and participants may be photographed by the media and/or City staff for future print and/or online publication.
Get your creativity in gear and build Lego masterpieces with us! Whether it's a cool car, spaceship, or dream home, the sky is the limit in this program
designed for children ages 5-11, younger children may attend if accompanied by an adult. Space is limited.
All events at the Glendale Public Library are public, and participants may be photographed by the media and or City staff for future print and/or online publication.
Planned for children ages 0 to 3 years with a parent/caregiver. Join us in reading simple books, singing fun songs, & enjoying imaginative fingerplays! No registration necessary. Call 623-930-3600 for more information.
All events at the Glendale Public Library are public, and participants may be photographed by the media and or City staff for future print and/or online publication.
Planned for children ages 0 to 3 years with a parent/caregiver. Join us in reading simple books, singing fun songs, & enjoying imaginative fingerplays! No registration necessary.
All events at the Glendale Public Library are public, and participants may be photographed by the media and or City staff for future print and/or online publication.
Meet new people and destroy your
enemies! Choose from games like Uno, Cards
Against Humanity (the Family Edition), Codenamesand
more every first Thursday of the month. This program is for teens, 12-18, only.
All events at
the Glendale Public Library are public, and participants may be photographed by
the media and/or City staff for future print and/or online publication.
Only rain in the storm drain! Learn about the City's stormwater system and how we can work together to keep our waterways clean. Presented by Megan Sheldon, Deputy Director of the Glendale Water Services Department.
Rainwater is free, fresh, and filling! Come learn about the importance of rainwater harvesting, and how adding simple earthworks around your plants can create a healthy landscape. Presented by Kaylee Colter, professional landscape architect and Watershed Management Group certified rainwater harvesting professional.
