Learn what's happening this month at your library!

While it may seem cliché for a librarian to review a book about public libraries, humor me just this once! Public libraries today are experiencing scrutiny, criticism and social challenges that most librarians have never before witnessed. Amanda Oliver IS this librarian, serving the community surrounding Northwest One, a branch of the DC Public Library system. Those of us who serve in libraries often find this career because of a love of reading, because we recognize the importance of literacy and access to information, and because we truly want to contribute to the quality of life within our communities. Read more >

Honoring Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Join us for a special opportunity to connect to the stories and cultures of the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities. Bring the family to an Asian Heritage Family Storytime at any of the four libraries between May 12 - 18. See the calendar for more details.

Our regular storytimes are on break during the month of May. See you the week of June 2!

Makery Workshops: 3D Design and 3D Printing
Interested in 3D printing but don't know how to get started? Join us for these free workshops on designing and printing!

Writer in Residence: Author Sharon Skinner's Creative Writing Workshops and Consultations

Children's book author, editor, and writing coach Sharon Skinner will provide creative writing workshops and consultations from May to July 2023. Sessions will be available at Basha and Downtown libraries. See her full schedule here.

The Writer in Residence series is made possible in part by the Arizona State Library and Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Our Stories meets Summer Reading

Kick off our Summer Reading Challenge with Arizona stories! As part of the monthly Our Stories speaker series, historian and author Jim Turner will share the narratives of six Arizona humanitarians. Gear up for your summer reading with the suggested book list he will provide!

This year’s Library Giving Day raised almost $5,000 in support of your library! Thank you to those that donated this year and shared the event with friends and family. Your gift makes a difference in the lives of many.

May is a busy month for Friends of Chandler Public Library. Our much-anticipated bimonthly Clearance Sale returns to the Downtown and Sunset locations May 3-8.  All onsite used books will be 75% off!

We are also preparing for the Children’s book sale beginning May 31. If you have children’s books to donate, now is a great time! Book donations for all ages are accepted at all four library locations, every day.

Learn about Friends of Chandler Public Library, used book sales, how to make donations, and more at the Friends page.