Read to a Dog

Read to a Dog is designed to allow young learners the chance to read to a non-judgmental listener, one who will accept the story exactly as it's read. For many children this allows them a rare chance to experience stress-free reading: they are able to relax and have fu......More

Read to a Dog is designed to allow young learners the chance to read to a non-judgmental listener, one who will accept the story exactly as it's read. For many children this allows them a rare chance to experience stress-free reading: they are able to relax and have fun while sharing a book. Come read to Danny, a two-year-old, 160-pound, smooth-coated Saint Bernard. Danny is a fan of people of all ages and sizes. And he is a good listener. How does Read to a Dog work? Kids come to library during Read to a Dog and select a book to read to a furry friend. All of the dogs and handlers who participate have been certified as therapy dogs by an accredited organization. Thinking of adopting a pet? Click here to learn more by visiting the Pima Animal Care Center

Meditation Practice for Mindful Living

The objective of mindful living is to develop a non-judgmental present-moment awareness. Being present in the here-and-now is a learnable skill that enhances our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Each week, a talk on an aspect of mindfulness will be share......More

The objective of mindful living is to develop a non-judgmental present-moment awareness. Being present in the here-and-now is a learnable skill that enhances our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Each week, a talk on an aspect of mindfulness will be shared, followed by a silent meditation practice; the session will end with questions and comments from participants. Led by community volunteers.

One-on-One Tech/Computer Help

Get help with the libraryâs digital offerings, including: eBooks â Libby (Overdrive), Hoopla, Romance Book Cloud  Audiobooks â Libby, Hoopla  Movies & TV â Kanopy, Hoopla, and  Music â Freegal, Desert Streams.  Get help with: Computer basics (Windows),  Email......More

Get help with the libraryâs digital offerings, including: eBooks â Libby (Overdrive), Hoopla, Romance Book Cloud  Audiobooks â Libby, Hoopla  Movies & TV â Kanopy, Hoopla, and  Music â Freegal, Desert Streams.  Get help with: Computer basics (Windows),  Email and internet basics,  Mouse and keyboard tutorials,  Microsoft Office Basics (Word, PowerPoint, Excel),  Other library digital resources.  These 1-on-1 sessions are 30 minutes long and are available by appointment; call the Sahuarita branch to reserve a time. (If no sessions are reserved, you may drop in for help.) Bring your own laptop, tablet, or smart phone, or, if unavailable, you can use a library laptop.

Family Storytime

Bring your children and enjoy stories, songs, and activities that promote early literacy and healthy development! Geared towards children aged 2-5 years and their caregivers, including a hands-on activity and free play. Everyone is welcome here, so please join us! We......More

Bring your children and enjoy stories, songs, and activities that promote early literacy and healthy development! Geared towards children aged 2-5 years and their caregivers, including a hands-on activity and free play. Everyone is welcome here, so please join us! We can't wait to meet you. Please register for the number of children you will be bringing.

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 is approximately 30 minutes or less; it's designed for babi......More

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 is approximately 30 minutes or less; it's designed for babies up to 14 months of age.

Citizenship Classes in English | Clases de ciudadanĂ­a en inglĂŠs

Learn about the process of becoming a United States (US) citizen. Study US history and government for the examination, while improving your English skills, and preparing for your citizenship interview. Classes are taught in English by volunteers from Pima Community Co......More

Learn about the process of becoming a United States (US) citizen. Study US history and government for the examination, while improving your English skills, and preparing for your citizenship interview. Classes are taught in English by volunteers from Pima Community College Adult Basic Education for College and Career. You can also get prepared online using ProCitizen. ProCitizen is free! All you need is a library card. Prepare for the Civics, Reading, and Writing portions of the Naturalization Test using a series of 100 informative videos, practice exercises and other tools. Connect to ProCitizen here. InfĂłrmese sobre el proceso para convertirse en ciudadano estadounidense. Y prepĂĄrese para el examen y la entrevista aprendiendo sobre la historia y el gobierno de los Estados Unidos mientras practica su inglĂŠs. Las clases son provistas en inglĂŠs por voluntarios de Pima Community College Adult Basic Education for College and Career. TambiĂŠn puede prepararse en lĂ­nea con ProCitizen. ProCitizen es gratis! Todo lo que necesita es una tarjeta de la biblioteca. PrepĂĄrese para las partes de CĂ­vica, Lectura y Escritura del Examen de NaturalizaciĂłn usando una seria de 100 videos informativos, ejercicios de prĂĄctica y otras herramientas. ConĂŠctese a ProCitizen aquĂ­.

A Place to Write

Do you want to write, but have difficulty setting aside time or finding a calm, quiet space, away from distractions? We have the time and space set aside for you! Join us Wednesdays at 10:00 AM for an hour of silent writing with other writers. Whatever your projec......More

Do you want to write, but have difficulty setting aside time or finding a calm, quiet space, away from distractions? We have the time and space set aside for you! Join us Wednesdays at 10:00 AM for an hour of silent writing with other writers. Whatever your projectâjournaling, fiction, memoir, short story, poetry, non-fictionâyou are welcome! Bring your writing tools and let's get into the writing flow!

Job Help

Looking for a job? We can help with: Writing a resume or cover letter,  Creating an email account,  Searching online for jobs,  Completing online job applications,  Preparing for an interview. Half-hour or one-hour appointments available.

Zoo to You: Habitats Around the World

Join us as we explore how animals survive in the desert, rainforest, and savanna habitats, and how our actions affect their survival. Zoo educators and animal ambassadors will inspire you to protect and care for animals and their habitats around the world. Presented b......More

Join us as we explore how animals survive in the desert, rainforest, and savanna habitats, and how our actions affect their survival. Zoo educators and animal ambassadors will inspire you to protect and care for animals and their habitats around the world. Presented by Reid Park Zoo This event has limited capacity. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to event.

Read to a Dog

Read to a Dog gives kids the chance to read to a non-judgmental listener, one who will accept the story exactly as they read it. For many children, this allows them a rare chance to experience stress free reading. Being able to relax and have fun reading increases mot......More

Read to a Dog gives kids the chance to read to a non-judgmental listener, one who will accept the story exactly as they read it. For many children, this allows them a rare chance to experience stress free reading. Being able to relax and have fun reading increases motivation to read, which is an essential element in becoming a successful reader. Come to Sahuarita Library and read to Grace. Grace is eagerly waiting to meet you and see the world through the books you choose. She is a very good listener. How does Read to a Dog work? Kids come to library during Read to a Dog and select a book to read to a furry friend. All of the dogs and handlers who participate have been certified as therapy dogs by an accredited organization. Thinking of adopting a pet? Click here to learn more by visiting the Pima Animal Care Center

Job Help

Looking for a job? We can help with: Writing a resume or cover letter,  Creating an email account,  Searching online for jobs,  Completing online job applications,  Preparing for an interview. Half-hour or one-hour appointments available.

Read to a Dog

Read to a Dog is designed to allow young learners the chance to read to a non-judgmental listener, one who will accept the story exactly as it's read. For many children this allows them a rare chance to experience stress-free reading: they are able to relax and have fu......More

Read to a Dog is designed to allow young learners the chance to read to a non-judgmental listener, one who will accept the story exactly as it's read. For many children this allows them a rare chance to experience stress-free reading: they are able to relax and have fun while sharing a book. Come read to Danny, a two-year-old, 160-pound, smooth-coated Saint Bernard. Danny is a fan of people of all ages and sizes. And he is a good listener. How does Read to a Dog work? Kids come to library during Read to a Dog and select a book to read to a furry friend. All of the dogs and handlers who participate have been certified as therapy dogs by an accredited organization. Thinking of adopting a pet? Click here to learn more by visiting the Pima Animal Care Center

Meditation Practice for Mindful Living

The objective of mindful living is to develop a non-judgmental present-moment awareness. Being present in the here-and-now is a learnable skill that enhances our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Each week, a talk on an aspect of mindfulness will be share......More

The objective of mindful living is to develop a non-judgmental present-moment awareness. Being present in the here-and-now is a learnable skill that enhances our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Each week, a talk on an aspect of mindfulness will be shared, followed by a silent meditation practice; the session will end with questions and comments from participants. Led by community volunteers.

One-on-One Tech/Computer Help

Get help with the libraryâs digital offerings, including: eBooks â Libby (Overdrive), Hoopla, Romance Book Cloud  Audiobooks â Libby, Hoopla  Movies & TV â Kanopy, Hoopla, and  Music â Freegal, Desert Streams.  Get help with: Computer basics (Windows),  Email......More

Get help with the libraryâs digital offerings, including: eBooks â Libby (Overdrive), Hoopla, Romance Book Cloud  Audiobooks â Libby, Hoopla  Movies & TV â Kanopy, Hoopla, and  Music â Freegal, Desert Streams.  Get help with: Computer basics (Windows),  Email and internet basics,  Mouse and keyboard tutorials,  Microsoft Office Basics (Word, PowerPoint, Excel),  Other library digital resources.  These 1-on-1 sessions are 30 minutes long and are available by appointment; call the Sahuarita branch to reserve a time. (If no sessions are reserved, you may drop in for help.) Bring your own laptop, tablet, or smart phone, or, if unavailable, you can use a library laptop.

Family Storytime

Bring your children and enjoy stories, songs, and activities that promote early literacy and healthy development! Geared towards children aged 2-5 years and their caregivers, including a hands-on activity and free play. Everyone is welcome here, so please join us! We......More

Bring your children and enjoy stories, songs, and activities that promote early literacy and healthy development! Geared towards children aged 2-5 years and their caregivers, including a hands-on activity and free play. Everyone is welcome here, so please join us! We can't wait to meet you. Please register for the number of children you will be bringing.

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 is approximately 30 minutes or less; it's designed for babi......More

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 is approximately 30 minutes or less; it's designed for babies up to 14 months of age.

Citizenship Classes in English | Clases de ciudadanĂ­a en inglĂŠs

Learn about the process of becoming a United States (US) citizen. Study US history and government for the examination, while improving your English skills, and preparing for your citizenship interview. Classes are taught in English by volunteers from Pima Community Co......More

Learn about the process of becoming a United States (US) citizen. Study US history and government for the examination, while improving your English skills, and preparing for your citizenship interview. Classes are taught in English by volunteers from Pima Community College Adult Basic Education for College and Career. You can also get prepared online using ProCitizen. ProCitizen is free! All you need is a library card. Prepare for the Civics, Reading, and Writing portions of the Naturalization Test using a series of 100 informative videos, practice exercises and other tools. Connect to ProCitizen here. InfĂłrmese sobre el proceso para convertirse en ciudadano estadounidense. Y prepĂĄrese para el examen y la entrevista aprendiendo sobre la historia y el gobierno de los Estados Unidos mientras practica su inglĂŠs. Las clases son provistas en inglĂŠs por voluntarios de Pima Community College Adult Basic Education for College and Career. TambiĂŠn puede prepararse en lĂ­nea con ProCitizen. ProCitizen es gratis! Todo lo que necesita es una tarjeta de la biblioteca. PrepĂĄrese para las partes de CĂ­vica, Lectura y Escritura del Examen de NaturalizaciĂłn usando una seria de 100 videos informativos, ejercicios de prĂĄctica y otras herramientas. ConĂŠctese a ProCitizen aquĂ­.

Job Help

Looking for a job? We can help with: Writing a resume or cover letter,  Creating an email account,  Searching online for jobs,  Completing online job applications,  Preparing for an interview. Half-hour or one-hour appointments available.

Read to a Dog

Read to a Dog gives kids the chance to read to a non-judgmental listener, one who will accept the story exactly as they read it. For many children, this allows them a rare chance to experience stress free reading. Being able to relax and have fun reading increases mot......More

Read to a Dog gives kids the chance to read to a non-judgmental listener, one who will accept the story exactly as they read it. For many children, this allows them a rare chance to experience stress free reading. Being able to relax and have fun reading increases motivation to read, which is an essential element in becoming a successful reader. Come to Sahuarita Library and read to Grace. Grace is eagerly waiting to meet you and see the world through the books you choose. She is a very good listener. How does Read to a Dog work? Kids come to library during Read to a Dog and select a book to read to a furry friend. All of the dogs and handlers who participate have been certified as therapy dogs by an accredited organization. Thinking of adopting a pet? Click here to learn more by visiting the Pima Animal Care Center

Chess Club

Held every Wednesday, the Sahuarita Library's Chess Club is geared towards families, kids, teens, and adults. DROP IN ANYTIME to join a match. All skill levels are welcome.