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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. 
March March 30th-April 3rd 

A little boy and girl walking near a park with a lake.
StoryWalk Casa Grande is a series of park signs with pages of a children's book displayed along a path in Peart Park, located next to the Downtown Main Library. It's an initiative to promote literacy, physical activity, and outdoor time. Our March and April StoryWalk is "Run Wild" by David Covell.

A calendar with April activities at the library.
A list of activites at the library for teens, adults and all ages.

A graphic for the Spring Storytime and Egg Hunt.
Please join the library, Tuesday, March 31st from 10:00-11:00 a.m. for a very special Spring Storytime. Bring a basket and a blanket to sit on because after we listen to a story, we will be going on an egg hunt! We will meet in Peart Park. 305 E. 6th Street. (Near the Casa Grande Main Library)

A graphic of the Sprinkle and Sizzle Food Drive.
The Casa Grande Public Libraries are drop off locations for the Sprinkle and Sizzle Drive! Rural Arizona Engagement is partnering with the Pinal County Food Initiative Coalition to collect essential cooking staples for their mobile pantry. Donations will be accepted until April 3rd. Most needed items: Salt, pepper, sugar, and cooking oil. Visit ruralarizona.us/pinal-donations for a complete list of drop-off locations or come to:
Casa Grande Main Library, 449 N. Drylake St.  
Vista Grande Library, 1556 N. Arizola Rd. 

A cartoon woman taking blood from a cartoon man in a donation center.
Donate blood and help save a life! Click on the link below to make an appointment or drop in during the drive on April 3rd at the Casa Grande Main Library, 449 N. Drylake Street, from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

A graphic explaing the Puzzle Swap
Join us NEXT SATURDAY for a PUZZLE SWAP AT THE LIBRARY!  
Bring a Puzzle – Take a Puzzle!
Arpil 4th, 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 Note: Swaps 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!  

A Geenie lamp.
Watch your favorite funny guys this month during our Saturday Movies and Coloring Activity! Join us on April 4th at 2:00 p.m.and laugh as wishes get granted in this classic movie. Children under 12 must be supervised by an adult. Light snacks and drinks with screw top lids are allowed. Casa Grande Main Library, 449 N. Drylake St.

A picture of a blue original design Pokemon with information about the Teen Pokemon Trading Card Club
Tweens and Teens, join The Pokémon Card Club starting April 2nd from 3:45-4:45 p.m. at the Vista Grande Library, 1556 N. Arizola Rd. The club is a fun and welcoming space where participants can learn, play, and share their passion for the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG). Members will build decks, learn game strategies, trade cards, and participate in friendly matches with other players.
 
The club encourages creativity, critical thinking, and sportsmanship while helping players improve their gameplay skills. Beginners are welcome, and experienced players can help mentor others. Each meeting may include casual battles, mini-tournaments, deck-building activities, and opportunities to trade cards safely and fairly.
 
Participants are encouraged to bring their own Pokémon cards and decks, but newcomers are welcome to join and learn the basics of the game.

Decorative with Spanish Words.
Ms. Violeta and Alondra will host a Spanish Conversation Gathering to practice your Spanish speaking skills. No registration required. Thursdays from 12:30-1:00 p.m. at the Vista Grande Library, 1556 N. Arizola Rd. Last meeting is April 16th. 

Adult Book Clubs at Your Libraries
The cover if the book Yellowface by R. F. Kuang.
Join the Literati, the monthly book club at the Vista Grande Library! The Literati meets the first Monday of the month from 11:30 a.m.to 12:30 p.m. Join in on our lively conversations! Ages 18+ Monday, April 6th we will be discussing Yellow Face by R.F. Kuang.

THe cover of the book Barefoot Heart: Stories of a Migrant Child by Elva Trevino Hart
Come join the Lunch Bunch Book Group for snacks, refreshments, and a lively discussion on the book of the month, Barefoot Heart: Stories of a Migrant Child by Elva Trevino Hart on April 14th from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. at the Casa Grande Main Library, 449 N. Drylake St.

A picture of the Casa Grande Bookmobile.
Where will the Bookmobile be this season?

A schedule of the upcoming garden classes at the Vista Grande Library.
Come to the Vista Grande library for bi-monthly gardening tips. The presentations are given by University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners.
Next presentation: May 9th- Preparing for Summer
After the presentation, be sure to check out our Seed Library!

A smartphone with the Beanstack App as the picture.
Challenge Accepted! Download the Beanstack App and join our different Reading Challenges offered throughout the year!
Current 
Growing Readers
Dates: March 7 – April 18
Prize: Assorted 
Requirements:
•          Read 10 books
•          Ages 0–3 only
•          Reader must be present to pick up prize
Cover to Cover Reading Challenge
Dates: March 7 – April 18
Prize: One In‑N‑Out gift card for every 5 books read (maximum of 3 gift cards)
Requirements:
•          Ages 4–12 only
•          Reader must be present to pick up prize
Spring Into Reading
Dates: March 7 – April 18
Prize: Book‑themed enamel pin 
Requirements:
•          Read 10 books, each at least 300 pages
•          Ages 13+
•          Reader must be present to pick up prize

A graphic with Mayor's Reading Club information on it.
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. 

A picture of the home screen of Universal Class.
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. 

A picture of a laptop screen, smart phone and tablet.
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 woman hugging her child after getting her GED High School Diploma.
A FREE library program that offers adults a second chance at earning a high school diploma. Check it out today! 

3 cartoon people sitting around a table in a study room.
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

A background of books and the Friends of the Library Logo.
Doing a little spring cleaning? The Friends of the Casa Grande Public Library are looking for donations! You can drop off your smaller donations to either library,
The Main Library at 449 N. Drylake Street or
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.
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:

A picture of the Act One Culture Pass logo
Many great places to visit!
One pass per household per seven days. Go to cglibrary.org and type in “Culture Pass Program” to see what is available!
Passes available on the Bookmobile too!
LOCATIONS & HOURS OF OPERATION
 
CASA GRANDE PUBLIC LIBRARY (MAIN)
449 N. DRYLAKE STREET
MON.-FRI. 9 AM-7 PM
SATURDAY 9 AM-5 PM
 
VISTA GRANDE LIBRARY
1556 N. ARIZOLA RD
MON.-FRI. 8 AM-6 PM
SATURDAY 9 AM-5 PM
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449 N. Drylake Street
Casa Grande, AZ 85122, United States