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We're looking forward to seeing you! Our libraries welcome the 1 million+ readers, learners & doers. Source: U.S.

The Pima County Public Library (PCPL) welcomes the readers, learners, doers, & dreamers of Tucson, Oro Valley, Marana, Sahuarita, Green Valley, Vail, Ajo, Catalina, & Arivaca. Community commenting guidelines: http://webcms.pima.gov/cms/One.aspx?portalId=169&pageId=376672

The Library offers free materials, computer access, classes, exhibitions, programming and more, to everyone from toddlers to retirees. The Pima County Public Library serves the over 5 million patrons who come through our doors annually, and many more who use our electronic research, learning, and streaming media services. We have been recognized nationally for recent innovations such as our Seed Library, Bookbike, and public health nurse programs. First Library: "Library Hall" was established in 1883 on the 2nd floor of Tucson's City Hall (the building no longer exists), and opened to the public on July 6, 1886. Number of Libraries: 27
Total Staff: 561
Population Served: 1,044,675 (Pima County July 2019 estimate. Census Bureau)
Library Cardholders: 343,406
Collection: 1,108,480 items

Fiscal Year 2019-2020
Visitors: 3,621,948
Physical Checkouts: 3,227,862
Digital Downloads and Streaming: 2,180,686 eBooks, audiobooks, music, and magazines
Website Visits: 4,955,070

If you are looking for more information about Pima County Public Library, please visit http://www.library.pima.gov/

10/30/2026

Happy Halloween from all your library friends at Pima County Public Library 📚🎃

10/29/2026

Love cats? So do we! Happy National Cat Day! 🐈

10/29/2026

Get those submissions in for this round of Desert Streams before the deadline! 🎶

Would you like to reach a wider audience? BUILD YOUR FOLLOWING? Maybe earn a little money too?

Pima County Public Library’s Desert Streams is a free streaming music service featuring original local music that represents the talent and diversity of our region—and we want your music! We are looking for music—in ALL genres—from no earlier than 2021, from artists currently living, performing, or recording in Pima County, who have a completed, released album or EP of at least four songs.

Here’s how it works
🔵 Submit a sample track for consideration.
🟠 A panel of jurors from the library and the local music community will review the submissions.
🟣 25 selected artists will have their music featured on Desert Streams AND have their own page with photos, bios, and links to social media, upcoming shows, and merch.
🔵 The selected artists/bands receive a $250 honorarium!
🟠 We accept submissions and add new music twice a year

Submit your sample track to: PimaDesertStreams.org/submit

SUBMISSIONS ACCEPTED OCTOBER 1 - OCTOBER 31, 2026

Questions? Email [email protected]

Know any musicians/bands that might be a good fit for Desert Streams? Tag them in the comments below! 🌵☀

10/27/2026

Reading but make it spooky 🎃

10/24/2026

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10/23/2026

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10/23/2026

Join author Daniel Vandever for this free three-part series of online workshops for those writers who’ve always wanted to write a children’s book!

🟡 Workshop 1 - Nitsáhákees: An Author’s Inspiration

Thursday, November 5, 2026, 6:30pm-7:30pm

American Indian Youth Literature Award honoree Daniel W. Vandever reflects on his ten-year journey creating children’s picture books while shedding light (and providing helpful tips) into the world of picture book publishing. The session is intended to encourage those thinking about writing a picture book.

🟡 Workshop 2 - Nahat’á: Planning Out Your Picture Book

Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6:30pm-7:30pm

In this hands-on workshop, Author Daniel W. Vandever demonstrates the process of growing an idea into a publication-ready story. The workshop will provide insight into brainstorming, writing a manuscript, and story boarding among others topics. By the end of the session, attendees will have a working draft of a story. The session is intended to encourage those planning to write a picture book.

🟡 Workshop 3 - ‘Iina: Traditional Publishing or Self-Publishing?

Thursday, November 19, 2026, 6:30pm-7:30pm

Author Daniel W. Vandever discusses the pros and cons of traditional and self-publishing and how to figure out which process works best for you. The session details the creative process under each and provides insight into the business aspect of publishing that will determine the reach and overall impact of your story. The session is intended to encourage those who are nearly finished with a picture book

Register to attend all three online events via the link below!
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https://pima.bibliocommons.com/events/6a95f69281e9d60947cd29e6

10/22/2026

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10/21/2026

Looking for your next horror obsession? Kanopy’s Crypt Collection has arrived.
Featuring a handpicked lineup of horror films and TV series—from iconic slashers and
atmospheric ghost stories to prestige horror and cult classics, there’s something for
every kind of scare. All you need is your library card: kanopy.com/category/29299

10/20/2026

This week we celebrate National Friends of Libraries Week! 📚🫶

Our library system has some AMAZING Friends groups!!

💙 Friends of the Pima County Public Library
💚 Friends of the Arivaca Library
💙 Friends of the Kirk-Bear Canyon Library
💚 Friends of the Oro Valley Public Library
💙 Friends of the W. Anne Gibson-Esmond Station Library

The Friends of the Pima County Public Library promote a literate community by funding enhanced library programs and services provided by the Pima County Public Library.

THANK YOU, FRIENDS! We couldn't do what we do without YOU!

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