Scottsdale Public Library

June 2025
Get ready to Color Our World! Dive into a summer full of color, creativity and adventure with the library’s annual Summer Reading Challenge. This challenge runs from June 1 - Aug. 1, and is open to all ages – your goal is to reach at least 1,000 points by the end of the summer. Points can be earned by reading, attending library programs, completing activity challenges and entering secret codes. Earn fun prizes along the way, including a free book when you complete the challenge.  
 
Special thanks to The Friends of Scottsdale Library and Maricopa County Library District for their support of the challenge. 
 
Kick off the Summer Reading Challenge by getting a head start with points using the secret code "fritz".
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Kids and teens can enjoy a free lunch at Civic Center Library all summer long! Lunches will be offered seven days a week in the Youth Room for kids and teens ages 0-18. Lunches are provided by Scottsdale Unified School District and supplies may be limited. 
 
Noon – 1 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays
1-2 p.m. Sundays

Reading, Wellness & A World of Wonder
Prepare your child for success with extra reading practice this summer! Library staff and teen volunteers will use one-on-one reading time, games and crafts to boost your child’s confidence and literacy skills. Space is limited. This program is meant for kids entering grades 1-3 this fall; registrants are expected to attend for the whole series.
 
 
Travel around the world to discover five unique communities where people live extraordinarily long and vibrant lives. Stop in for one episode or stay for the whole series – short breaks with fun trivia will take place between each episode. This program is offered in partnership with Blue Zones Scottsdale.
 
 
This interactive performance showcases the mesmerizing Taiko drum, bamboo wind instruments and the percussion instruments of Japan, China, Korea and Vietnam. Geography, science and history are included in this fun program that is open to all ages.
 
 

Escape the heat and head to the library for a summer full of fun! In addition to the Summer Reading Challenge, we’re offering exciting programs for all ages—from art and craft activities to live music and more. No matter what your interests, there’s something for everyone at the library this summer!
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Too hot to make it to the library? Not a problem! We have e-books, audiobooks, music, movies, magazines, newspapers, games, kids' read-alongs, graphic novels and more available online for you to enjoy. Whether on your smartphone, tablet or computer, there is something for every family member and every interest. 
 

Exciting News! New Library Hours Begin July 1
To better serve our community, Scottsdale Public Library is expanding our hours to provide even more access to our spaces, services and resources.
 
Beginning July 1, all Scottsdale Public Library branches will be opening one hour earlier Monday-Thursday and closing one hour later on Friday. New hours will be:
  • Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
  • Friday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • Sunday: 1 - 5 p.m.
 
Pony Express at Appaloosa will open daily at 8 a.m. and allow registered library patrons access inside Appaloosa Library without library staff present.

All Scottsdale Public Library locations, including Pony Express at Appaloosa Library, will be closed on Thursday, June 19, for the Juneteenth holiday. See a full list of our holiday hours.

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3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Phone: 480-312-7323

 

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