PBS Kids' Afterschool Movie
In partnership with the Arizona Public Media®, join us afterschool at the library to enjoy free screenings of popular PBS Kids℠ shows plus some fun activities & crafts, afterwards! Held every 1st Tuesday of the month!
Things to Do This Week in Oro Valley
Your weekly guide to events and activities in Oro Valley. Concerts, classes, outdoor fun, and more.
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Game On! Tween Program
Children ages 8-13 are invited to play video games like Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros. at the library! We'll also have laptops for gaming, board games and small crafts available!
Interested in Learning English at a Beginning Level?|¿Le interesa aprender inglés a un nivel principiante?
Interested in Learning English? Information for a Beginning Level Register on the first day of class or go to LiteracyConnects.org/adult-language-literacy-programs to register. Eligibility Adults 18+ Living in Pima County Description of Classes Class meets for 1.5 – 2 hours Class meets two days per.
Preschool Storytime
Preschool-aged kids are curious about everything. Storytime is a perfect way for kids to listen and learn about the questions they ask. Kids love singing and dancing to fun songs, hearing stories, and doing fun crafts! Parents and caregivers are invited to play along! Preschool Storytime is 30 to...
Art and Coffee: Selfies: Self Portraits Throughout the Ages
University of Arizona Museum docent Gerry will speak on self-portraits through time. Selfies are a huge phenomenon of our time, but the idea of creating snapshots of yourself is hardly new. For many artists, the self-portrait is a critical exploration of personal realization and aesthetic...
Job Help
Looking for a job? We can help with: writing a resume creating an email account searching online for jobs completing online job applications preparing for an interview Registration is recommended to secure an hour long time slot with a staff member. Please sign up through the front desk or by...
Trivia Twist Challenge
Everyone loves trivia so come on by to play a unique trivia game with us! Test your knowledge on many topics, have some fun, and enjoy meeting new friends. So, what is the interesting twist? Well, that is a surprise of course. Join us to find out! You are welcome to bring in your own snacks and...
Tween Crafternoon
Join us for a mid-week hang out and get creative at the library! We'll have a new craft or game each week, and an art cart for your own projects. Come and go as you please, any time between 3:30 and 5:00. A small snack will be provided.
Mahjong Club
Meet at the library for American Mahjong - a game of strategy, calculation, and a bit of luck!
Snack Time
Afterschool snacks are available for anyone under the age of 18. Snacks are provided in partnership with the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona, the Arizona Department of Education, and the USDA. Los refrigerios después de la escuela están disponibles para cualquier persona menor de 18 años....
Crafternoon/Tarde de manualidades
Get creative in the library and make a new craft to take home every month! Crafts are led by library staff, and all supplies are provided. ¡Suelta tu creatividad en la biblioteca y crea una nueva manualidad para llevarte a casa cada mes! Las manualidades son dirigidas por el personal de la...
Community Meeting: River Readers Book Club
Community meeting. This is not a library-sponsored event. Date and time may change without notice.
Tween and Teen Time Presents: Tucson Children's Museum - Messy Science Reactions
Students will have the opportunity to expand their knowledge of exo- and endothermic reactions by witnessing an exothermic reaction and creating their own endothermic experiment!
Toddler Storytime
Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
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.
Author Talk: Jill Beissel
Join author and Oro Valley native Jill Beissel for a discussion of Glitter and Gold , a suspenseful novel about buried secrets, complicated friendships, and the cost of the stories we tell ourselves. The event includes a reading, conversation, and audience Q&A. Books will be available for purchase..
It's Babytime! Storytime for Babies
Babies love stories and songs! The stories we read at Babytime are short and engaging, and the babies enjoy moving with the music. Share time with your baby in a fun, confidence-building environment. Babytime storytime is approximately 30 minutes or less; it's designed for babies up to 18 months of.
Chess Club
Join others for a game of chess, drop in and play from 3:30pm-4:30pm on Fridays. All skill levels are welcome.
Oro Valley TAB presents Spring Celebration!
Come to the Oro Valley Library Teen Zone as our Teen Advisory Board welcomes children of all ages to our Spring Celebration! We'll have arts and crafts, games, an egg hunt, and more to inspire growing minds and sprouting imaginations. Noon to 2pm.
Read to a Dog
Kids are invited to practice their skills by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog (and their handler). Attendees may bring a book to read or choose one at the Library. This program is designed for kids (ages 6-12). Struggling and reluctant readers are encouraged to attend, as are readers who...
Thursday Teen Fliks
Come hang out with us! Munch on popcorn, we'll also have something to drink!
Interested in Learning English?|¿Le interesa aprender inglés?
Interested in Learning English? Register the first day of class or go to LiteracyConnects.org/adult-language-literacy-programs to register. 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...
Community Medical Services Tabling at Our Space
Community Medical Services offers outpatient treatment options for Opioid Use Disorder, harm reduction supplies, and basic hygiene and comfort items. Staff can coordinate transportation to a same-day intake, provide peer support, and facilitate connection with other basic resources.
Community Meeting: Junior Civitan
Community meeting. This is not a library-sponsored event. Date and time may change without notice.
Community Meeting: Vista Del Lago Acacia Ridge HOA Board Meeting
Community meeting. This is not a library-sponsored event. Date and time may change without notice.
Create Club
Do you love arts & crafts, games, and science experiments? Join us each week for Create Club and enjoy hands-on activities that will ignite your imagination! Ideal for ages 6 - 12 but remember to bring a grown-up if you’re under 8! All supplies provided. Some activities might get a little messy.
Art and Coffee: Sip and Learn Lectures
Art and Coffee Presentations are back and some months it will consist of hands-on art production! Coffee provided by the library (regular and decaf) with the help of our local partner, Oro Valley Roasters. No registration necessary.
Community Meeting: Content Creation for Artists
Community meeting. This is not a library-sponsored event. Date and time may change without notice.
Library Resources, Tech Help & Job Help
Library Resources, Tech Help & Job Help We provide one-on-one help with these topics: Library digital resources: including eBooks, audiobooks, streaming movies and TV, downloadable music, and more Computer basics : Windows, email, and Internet Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, Excel Job help:...
Small Animal Friends
Meet rabbits, guinea pigs, and a hedgehog while learning about how to care for them as pets! Participants ages 6+ will be able to pet and feed these small animals. Themed crafts and learning toys will be available for younger attendees. This event will be outside, if weather permits! Presented by...
Our Space
Our Space is a program for our patrons experiencing homelessness to gather, access resources, play games or enjoy other activities and build a space for community and connections. Light snacks and drinks will be provided when available and until supplies run out.
Garden Talk: The Basics of Building Better Soil
Are you frustrated with the results of your gardening efforts? Did you know that it could be the soil? Discover the basics of how to identify if your soil is a problem, and the steps to take to correct it. You will also learn about the optimal use of fertilizers, and how to decide what fertilizers..
Community Meeting: Club Camera Tucson
Community meeting. This is not a library-sponsored event. Date and time may change without notice.
Spread Thin: The Sandwich Generation
Rescheduled! The Sandwich Generation are those who care for their aging parents while supporting their own children. Many find themselves being “squeezed” in between caring for children and elderly parents or family members. Attend this presentation to learn more on how to balance your life and...
Family Storytime
Join us for songs, rhymes, movement activities and stories all designed to support the early learning skills of young children. Stay afterward for playtime and an art project. This program is for parents and caregivers with young (0-5) children; older siblings are welcome to attend.
Fiber Arts Club
Do you crochet? Knit? Make friendship bracelets? Embroider? Weave? Sew? Any other fiber-art-related craft? Come join us on the 2nd Saturday of the month to craft and chat. Bring your own project, make some friends, and relax for a while. Limited materials are available for those who are between...
Crafternoon - Arte
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...
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