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. 

December 29th through Janaury 3rd. 

Why stay up late when you can ring in the new year at noon! Come and celebrate New Year's Eve TODAY at the Vista Grande Public Library, 1556 N. Arizola Rd., with a fun event just for kids. Pajamas and party attire are encouraged, but not required. The fun starts at 11:00 a.m. with fun activities until the countdown till noon!

Winter looks a little different in other parts of the country right now! Celebrate the sights, sounds and smells of winter through snow falling, animals prepping, and children playing. Winter is Here by Kevin Henkes is our new Storywalk that starts January 6th, featured in Peart Park. Walk the path and read the story!

This month at the Casa Grande Main Library our Saturday Movie and Coloring Actvities will be "Under the Sea". We will kick it off  with this kraken trying to save the underwater world! Movie starts at 2:00 p.m. Light snacks and drinks with screw top lids are allowed. Children under 12 must be supervised by an adult.  

Located at 449 N. Drylake St. Casa Grande. 

Trade a Puzzle – Take a Puzzle!

1st Saturday of Every Month, Starts January 3, 2026

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Vista Grande Library, 1556 N. Arizola Rd., Casa Grande, AZ 85122

 

How It Works:  

Bring jigsaw puzzles you no longer use

Receive 1 token per puzzle (maximum 5 puzzles)

Trade 1 puzzle for 1 puzzle of similar size

Puzzle Requirements:  

Excellent or gently used condition

Complete puzzles only (no missing pieces)

Minimum 300 pieces

Original box and poster preferred when available

Important NotesSwaps must be for a comparable size puzzle

(Example: 300-piece for 300 or 500-piece)

Tokens are returned when you check out

Puzzle donations are welcome! Hope to see you there!  

Come join the Lunch Bunch Book Group for snacks, refreshments, and a lively discussion on the book of the month, The Reformatory by Tananarive Due, Janaury 13th from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. at the Casa Grande Main Library, 449 N. Drylake St.  

This year's theme ties into the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, centering on the famous line "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness."

February 10th- The Woman's Hour by Elaine Weiss

March 10th- Pursuit of Happyness by Chris Gardner

April 14th- Barefoot Heart: Stories of a Migrant Child by Elva Trevino Hart

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

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!

1000 Books Before Kindergarten (Ages 0-5) Parents, read 1,000 books to your child before they start kindergarten! Show the completed challenge at either library location and get a certificate and picture in front of a fun backdrop.

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.

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!