Welcome to the City of Casa Grande Public Library's Weekly Newsletter! 

You will find programs and upcoming events here, along with library services and resources. 

September 15th-20th

 Click on the Programs and Events link on cglibrary.org to see all our events!

Experience Story time like never before! Join us for a sensory-rich Story time that engages all your senses, followed by fun tactile activities and play. Sensory Storytime is designed for children ages 3–5, but all children are welcome! Vista Grande Library, September 15th from 10-11 a.m.

We are having some fun to promote Library Card Sign-Up Month with a fun activity: the Library LEGO Checkout Challenge! Both the Casa Grande Main Library and Vista Grande Library will be participating from September 2nd- 30th.

Teens and Tweens! Join Ms. Terry for Paint and Pop on September 18th from 6-8 p.m. at the Vista Grande Library. 1556 N. Arizola Rd. Create a piece of art while sipping on soda! Intended for grades 6th-12th. Registration required. 

Choose Health is a fun and interactive nutrition class series designed for youth ages 8 and up! Younger siblings are welcome to join too. Join us for this weekly program starting at the Main Library on September 19th from 2:00-3:00 p.m. Brought to you by the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension and the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program.

For more information contact:

Esmeralda Castillo, Program Coordinator, Sr. ecastillo@cals.arizona.edu

Do you like to knit or crochet? Maybe want to learn or teach others? Join the Crochet and Knitting Club on Fridays at the Vista Grande Library, from 3:30-5:00 p.m. Bring your own supplies. Some yarn will be available while supplies last. Ages 12+ and member led. 

We are having fun with Legos this month, for Library Card Sign Up Month so why not enjoy some movies that go with the theme? Join us on Saturday, September 20th at 2:00 p.m. for this "2nd" Lego movie in our series. The movie will be at the Casa Grande Main Library. Children under 12 must be supervised by an adult, Light snacks and drinks with screw top lids are allowed.

Registration is open for our popular Beginning Spanish Class with Ms. Violeta and Alondra.  Classes start September 18th and it is recommended that you attend consistently as lessons build from week to week. Looking for just Spanish speaking practice? Join the Spanish conversation from 12:30-1:00 p.m. , just before class starts! (No registration for conversation practice)

Join the Literati, the monthly book club at the Vista Grande Library! The Literati meets once a month, Mondays from 11:30 a.m.to 12:30 p.m.  Ages 18+ Monday, October 6th we will be discussing All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker.

Come to the Vista Grande library for monthly gardening tips. The presentations are given by University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners.

Upcoming Monthly Topics:

October 11th-Composting

November 8th-Beyond Rows: Square Foot, Intercropping, Chaos Gardening

December 13th-Tips, Tricks, and Some of our Favorite Products and Tools

After the presentation, be sure to check out our Seed Library!

Challenge Accepted! Download the Beanstack App and join our different Reading Challenges offered throughout the year!

Looking for a volunteer opportunity? Check out the Mayor's Reading Club where you just spend one hour a month reading to students from grades K-3rd. Click on the link below to learn more and how to sign up. 

Are you a homeschooler? College student? Need Continuing Education Credit? Adult learner looking to gain more education…all for FREE? Try Universal Class through the Casa Grande Public Library. You have access to hundreds of online courses in an easy-to-use learning environment that promotes skill-building with verified achievements, all with your Casa Grande Public Library card. 

Want to learn about using your iPhone, getting library e-Books onto your Kindle device, or understanding social networks like Facebook or Instagram? Tutor Tech Time is a in-person, one-on-one hour long time for yo to learn about any technology you desire. Sign up today! (For ages 18+)

A FREE library program that offers adults a second chance at earning a high school diploma. Check it out today! 

Did you know both library locations have study rooms that you can reserve? Study Rooms can be reserved for up to two hours per day. You can reserve online, by phone, or in person.

Reserve online by going to www.cglibrary.org and click on the "Reserve a Study Room" link or call:

Main Library 520-421-8710

Vista Grande Library 520-421-8652

The Vista Grande Library at 1556 N. Arizola Rd anytime during regular business hours. For larger donations please call ahead, 520-421-8710, to make arrangements. 

Volunteers needed! The Central Lutheran Church Adult Community Education (ACE) Team offers general education tutoring and English as a second language (ESL) coaching. Volunteers work one-on-one or with small groups once or twice a week to help participants achieve personal development goals. If you would like to serve on the ACE Team, complete the VOLUNTEER INTEREST FORM available here:

Many great places to visit!

One pass per household per seven days. Go to cglibrary.org and type in Culture Pass to see what is available!

Passes available on the Bookmobile too!