Speaking Circles

Community meeting. This is not a library-sponsored event and is subject to change without notice.

Computer Class-WinWay Resume

Get your resume ready to go. A good resume that can be emailed to prospective employers is an important part of preparation. Does your resume fit the industry you want to work in? Does your resume highlight your best and most valuable skills? You can identify transferable skills with WinWay Resume Deluxe. WinWay helps you write your resumes and cover letters and checks them for errors.

Register at the Information Desk or call 594-5325.

Fitness For Free

No membership fees! No pressure! Come try Yoga and learn about getting and staying healthy.

Stay and Play / Grupo de Juego

A play-based parenting group that gives parents the opportunity to learn through interaction how to promote positive cognitive and emotional development. Bilingual. Children ages 0-5 years. Facilitated by The Parent Connection.

Un grupo de padres que les brinda la oportunidad de aprender, en tema de diversión, por medio de interacción como promover el desarrollo cognoscitivo y emocional positivo. Bilingüe. Niños de 0-5 años de edad.

Stay and Play / Grupo de Juego

A play-based parenting group that gives parents the opportunity to learn through interaction how to promote positive cognitive and emotional development. Bilingual. Children ages 0-5 years.

Un grupo de padres que les brinda la oportunidad de aprender, en tema de diversión, por medio de interacción como promover el desarrollo cognoscitivo y emocional positivo. Bilingüe. Niños de 0-5 años de edad.

Preschool Storytime

Designed for 3- to 5-year-olds and their parents or caregivers. Stories are longer than the Toddler Storytime and the activities are more complex. Children must be able to sit still for a longer period of time than during Toddler Storytime. Preschool Storytime is 30 to 45 minutes long.

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime is for 3- to 5-year-olds and their parents. Activities help children learn colors, numbers, and letters. This program is 30 to 45 minutes. Children must be able to sit for longer periods than during Toddler Storytime.

Tai Chi

The ancient discipline of Tai Chi combines agile steps, joint-safe exercise and mental strength to improve mobility, breathing and relaxation in ways that help you feel in greater control over your daily life. Tai Chi is a joint-safe way for all ages to enjoy life and meet new friends, while taking control of your physical, emotional and mental health. This program is part of our Fit for Life 50+ series. It is made possible by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and the Arizona Department of Library, Archives and Public Records.

This session has closed. Please check the website for future sessions and times.

Urban Yarns @ the Library

Calling all downtown knitters and crocheters! Bring your hooks, needles, and lunches to Urban Yarns, an informal weekly gathering. Meet fellow fiber fanatics, peruse the library's latest fiber-themed books, and find inspiration for your next project. Note: No instruction will be provided. For more information, call 791-4010.

Websites about knitting, crocheting, and weaving.

• KnittingHelp.com
• Knitting Pattern Central
• Crochet Pattern Central
• Ravelry.com
• WeaveZine
• CraftLit: A Podcast for Crafters Who Love Books
• WeaveCast: A Podcast for Handweavers
• The Yarn Harlot
• Crochet Blogs

Puzzle Up! / Rompecabezas y Juegos de Mesa!

Drop in alone or bring friends and family to play a wide variety of table games and jigsaw puzzles. Arrive when you want, play what you choose, stay as long as you please. Every Friday. All ages welcome.

Venga solo o traiga a sus amigos y familia para jugar una variedad de juegos de mesa y rompecabezas. Llegue cuando guste, juegue lo que guste y quédese el tiempo que guste. Cada viernes. Todas las edades son bienvenidas.

Free GED Classes - Preparation and Tutoring

Taught by paid Pima County Public Library tutors with Adult Education Certification.

July Sprinklification Party

It's summer and it's time for some summer fun at Southwest. Please bring your favorite topping, and enjoy banana splits with us. Fun and music included!

Super Science Club!

Join us for some mad science fun this summer! Come make Flubber, build some marshmallow bridges, make a volcano in the library! Ages 5 and up.

Celebrate Independence day with some Alka Seltzer rockets.

Reading Partners

Reading Partners brings adult and teen volunteers and children together to share their love of reading. Our trained Reading Partners take joy in reading stories one-on-one, or in small groups to your child during your visit to the library. They also welcome your child reading to them.

Reading Partners is generously supported by the Friends of the Pima County Public Library.

Craft Fridays

Come to a fun and free craft session for kids up to age 12 and their families. All materials are provided. Just show up and be creative!