Oro Valley Public Library
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Oro Valley Public Library to become a branch location January 1, 2013
On March 7, 2012, the Oro Valley Town Council approved an intergovernmental agreement (IGA) between the Town and Pima County, in which the Town cedes financial control and funding of the Oro Valley Public Library to the County. The library would move from "affiliate" to "branch" status. Highlights of the IGA include:• Expanded hours - will be open Sundays
• Public computers will be upgraded
• Friends' Book Shoppe will retain its space and continue hosting
book sales and other fundraisers
• Special collections and Friends' purchases will be returned
to Oro Valley
• Current library employees will become Pima County employees
but will continue working at Oro Valley Public Library
Arizona Job Assistance Center Workstation
Looking for a job? Or want to improve workplace skills? The Arizona Job Assistance Center (AzJAC) workstation consists of a computer and an all-in-one printer, scanner, copier and fax. Patrons can sign up for two-hour sessions at the workstation to access online resources, Microsoft Office software, WinWay Resume software, and the Mavis Beacon Typing Tutor. This workstation was funded through a grant from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Broadband Technology Opportunities Program through the Arizona State Library, Archives and Public Records. |
Schedule of EventsLibrary Programs and Events - May 2012View the Library Calendar or Town Events & Meetings calendar. In addition there is the Pima County Public Library Calendar of Events. Some programs require registration. Call the library at 229-5300 for more information or to register. |
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ONEBOOKAZ 2012: Arizona Way Out West & WittyTuesday, May 22 • 4 – 5 p.m. • Meeting Room • FamilyAuthors Conrad Storad and Lynda Exley make it fun to learn about Arizona's history! The authors will visit the library to entertain adults and children alike. Highlights of Arizona's history are punctuated with true but gross, humorous, interesting and witty stories and facts about the Grand Canyon State. Copies of this book, provided by the Arizona State Library, Archives and Public Records Division, will be given to the first 12 children. For more information: OneBookAZ for Kids 2012 |
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Summer Reading Program KickoffThursday, May 24 • 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. • Meeting Room • FamilyJoin us as we kickoff the Summer Reading Program with crafts, activities, drawings, snacks, and loads of fun! This is a drop-in program. 2012 Summer Reading Program: Our State, Our Story Event Schedule |
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Writers' Workshop Wednesday, May 30 • 9 – 11 a.m. • Program Room • AdultsWednesday, June 13 • 9 – 11 a.m. • Program Room • Adults Interested in writing? Join us for an opportunity to discuss your project and discover creative writing techniques. Whether it is an essay, short story, novel, or a memoir for your grandchildren, we will discuss the joy of writing! Presented by Alexis Powers. |
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Leading Ladies of Literature and a Few Gentlemen FriendsThursday, May 31 (date changed from June 7) • 10 a.m. – Noon • Meeting Room • AdultsJoin us for a discussion on Leading Ladies of Literature and a Few Gentlemen Friends, presented by Marion Doane. Topic: Miss Havisham and Estella - a pair to contend with! Pick up handout at Library Information Desk prior to event. 2011 – 2012 schedule |
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Ask a LibrarianHave a question that doesn't require a trip to the library? Ask a question by phone, submit a question by email, or get help finding the answer on your own. Our librarians can provide you with an answer to a brief, factual question when you use our Ask a Librarian service. |
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Pima County Public LibraryAs an affiliate of the Pima County Public Library System our library customers have access to all the great services they offer. Be sure to visit the Pima County Public Library website and see what's happening system-wide! In some cases, you will be directed to these webpages. |