Snack Time

Afterschool snacks are available for anyone under the age of 18 and it's going to be an in-person program like before the pandemic. Snacks are provided in partnership with the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona, the Arizona Department of Education, and the USDA.

Crafternoon

Do you love crafts? Join us for Crafternoon and get creative at the library! Make a fun craft to take home. Supplies are all provided but space is limited. Ideal for school-aged children but remember to bring a grown-up if you’re under 8! ¿Te gustan las a......More

Do you love crafts? Join us for Crafternoon and get creative at the library! Make a fun craft to take home. Supplies are all provided but space is limited. Ideal for school-aged children but remember to bring a grown-up if you’re under 8! ¿Te gustan las artesanías? ¡Acompáñanos para Crafternoon y ponte creativo/a en la biblioteca! Crea algo divertido para llevar a casa. Todos los materiales están incluidos pero el espacio es limitado. Es ideal para niños/as/xs de edad escolar pero recuerda traer un adulto si tienes menos de 8 años.

Preschool Yoga Storytime

Get ready, get set, come and have fun on a mat! Preschoolers aged 3-5 and their caregivers can enjoy doing yoga poses while listening to a story. This event is perfect for those who love storytime and want to incorporate some physical activity into their day. 

Ecological Restoration with Seedballs!

Have you ever wondered how to effectively use Seedballs to rewild outdoor spaces? Philippa Johnstone, Masters student in the Gornish Lab at the School of Natural Resources and the Environment at the University of Arizona, will talk about her research exploring the us......More

Have you ever wondered how to effectively use Seedballs to rewild outdoor spaces? Philippa Johnstone, Masters student in the Gornish Lab at the School of Natural Resources and the Environment at the University of Arizona, will talk about her research exploring the use of seedballs in ecological restoration. Her talk will also cover how to successfully germinate native milkweed to help gardeners restore monarch habitat restoration. Free eco-restoration giveaways to participants—quantities limited.

Heritage Seed Swap @ Mission Garden

Mission Garden is hosting a seed swap in collaboration with the Pima County Public Library’s Seed Library. Both the Seed Library and Mission Garden will be giving away seeds. You can also bring your own seeds to swap, especially if you have heirloom seeds grown in our ......More

Mission Garden is hosting a seed swap in collaboration with the Pima County Public Library’s Seed Library. Both the Seed Library and Mission Garden will be giving away seeds. You can also bring your own seeds to swap, especially if you have heirloom seeds grown in our region, and exchange them for something new! Event FAQ: Have special local heirloom seeds you want to share? We encourage you to bring your own local heirloom seeds to share with Mission Garden and with other gardeners. What kinds of seeds should you share? Mission Garden grows local heirlooms from seeds and cuttings of food crops that have been cultivated in this region for generations. We do this to preserve locally adapted legacy varieties, and share them with the community. Bringing seeds to swap? Please label to preserve the stories! Label the seed packets with the following: Name of variety. Your name and contact information Date and place the seeds were harvested

Interested in Learning English?|¿Le interesa aprender inglés?

Interested in Learning English? Students register for in-person classes at the location. You must go to the class on the first day. There is no registration in advance. Eligibility Adults 18+ Living in Pima County Description of Classes Classes meet for 1.5 –......More

Interested in Learning English? Students register for in-person classes at the location. You must go to the class on the first day. There is no registration in advance. Eligibility Adults 18+ Living in Pima County Description of Classes Classes meet for 1.5 – 2 hours Classes meet two days per week Beginning and Intermediate English levels available ¿Le interesa aprender inglés? Los estudiantes interesados deben de inscribirse para las clases en el local. Las instrucciones son en persona y deben asistir las clases desde el primer día. No se podrá inscribir con adelanto para estas clases. Elegibilidad Adultos mayores de 18 años Vivir en el condado Pima Descripción de las clases Las clases se reúnen durante 1,5-2 horas Las clases se reúnen dos días por semana Los niveles disponibles del inglés incluyen principiante e intermedio

Snack Time

Afterschool snacks are available for anyone under the age of 18 and it's going to be an in-person program like before the pandemic. Snacks are provided in partnership with the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona, the Arizona Department of Education, and the USDA.

Crafternoon

Do you love crafts? Join us for Crafternoon and get creative at the library! Make a fun craft to take home. Supplies are all provided but space is limited. Ideal for school-aged children but remember to bring a grown-up if you’re under 8! ¿Te gustan las a......More

Do you love crafts? Join us for Crafternoon and get creative at the library! Make a fun craft to take home. Supplies are all provided but space is limited. Ideal for school-aged children but remember to bring a grown-up if you’re under 8! ¿Te gustan las artesanías? ¡Acompáñanos para Crafternoon y ponte creativo/a en la biblioteca! Crea algo divertido para llevar a casa. Todos los materiales están incluidos pero el espacio es limitado. Es ideal para niños/as/xs de edad escolar pero recuerda traer un adulto si tienes menos de 8 años.

Toddler Storytime

Toddlers are busy—busy learning and growing. Storytime with your toddler is the perfect time to listen, learn, sing, move and play together. The stories are short, the activities are fun, and sometimes there are puppets! Toddler storytime is 20 to 30 minutes long. It’......More

Toddlers are busy—busy learning and growing. Storytime with your toddler is the perfect time to listen, learn, sing, move and play together. The stories are short, the activities are fun, and sometimes there are puppets! Toddler storytime is 20 to 30 minutes long. It’s designed for children 18 to 36 months old.

Snack Time

Afterschool snacks are available for anyone under the age of 18 and it's going to be an in-person program like before the pandemic. Snacks are provided in partnership with the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona, the Arizona Department of Education, and the USDA.

Crafternoon

Do you love crafts? Join us for Crafternoon and get creative at the library! Make a fun craft to take home. Supplies are all provided but space is limited. Ideal for school-aged children but remember to bring a grown-up if you’re under 8! ¿Te gustan las a......More

Do you love crafts? Join us for Crafternoon and get creative at the library! Make a fun craft to take home. Supplies are all provided but space is limited. Ideal for school-aged children but remember to bring a grown-up if you’re under 8! ¿Te gustan las artesanías? ¡Acompáñanos para Crafternoon y ponte creativo/a en la biblioteca! Crea algo divertido para llevar a casa. Todos los materiales están incluidos pero el espacio es limitado. Es ideal para niños/as/xs de edad escolar pero recuerda traer un adulto si tienes menos de 8 años.

Interested in Learning English?|¿Le interesa aprender inglés?

Interested in Learning English? Students register for in-person classes at the location. You must go to the class on the first day. There is no registration in advance. Eligibility Adults 18+ Living in Pima County Description of Classes Classes meet for 1.5 –......More

Interested in Learning English? Students register for in-person classes at the location. You must go to the class on the first day. There is no registration in advance. Eligibility Adults 18+ Living in Pima County Description of Classes Classes meet for 1.5 – 2 hours Classes meet two days per week Beginning and Intermediate English levels available ¿Le interesa aprender inglés? Los estudiantes interesados deben de inscribirse para las clases en el local. Las instrucciones son en persona y deben asistir las clases desde el primer día. No se podrá inscribir con adelanto para estas clases. Elegibilidad Adultos mayores de 18 años Vivir en el condado Pima Descripción de las clases Las clases se reúnen durante 1,5-2 horas Las clases se reúnen dos días por semana Los niveles disponibles del inglés incluyen principiante e intermedio

Visit the Bookbike at Santa Cruz River Farmer's Market

The Bookbike gives out free books, library cards, and information about library and literacy programs, as well as bike maps and information about bicycling events. Visit the Bookbike at the Santa Cruz River Farmer's Market the 1st Thursday of the month, 3-5ish.

Snack Time

Afterschool snacks are available for anyone under the age of 18 and it's going to be an in-person program like before the pandemic. Snacks are provided in partnership with the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona, the Arizona Department of Education, and the USDA.

Crafternoon

Do you love crafts? Join us for Crafternoon and get creative at the library! Make a fun craft to take home. Supplies are all provided but space is limited. Ideal for school-aged children but remember to bring a grown-up if you’re under 8! ¿Te gustan las a......More

Do you love crafts? Join us for Crafternoon and get creative at the library! Make a fun craft to take home. Supplies are all provided but space is limited. Ideal for school-aged children but remember to bring a grown-up if you’re under 8! ¿Te gustan las artesanías? ¡Acompáñanos para Crafternoon y ponte creativo/a en la biblioteca! Crea algo divertido para llevar a casa. Todos los materiales están incluidos pero el espacio es limitado. Es ideal para niños/as/xs de edad escolar pero recuerda traer un adulto si tienes menos de 8 años.