English Language Classes / Clases de Inglés

Literacy Volunteers of Tucson and the library are offering a free program to adults who want to learn how to speak, read, and write English.

Call 520-594-5200 to inquire. You may be placed on an interest list

La biblioteca y Literacy Volunteers of Tucson ofrecerán un programa gratis para adultos que quieren aprender como hablar, leer y escribir inglés. Plaza limitada.

Se atenderán por orden de llegada. Favor de llamar al 520-594-5200 para más información.

Toddler Storytime

Designed for children 18- to 36-months-old. Parents/caregivers and children interact through stories, songs, and rhymes. Stories are kept short to fit the toddlers' short attention spans. Each Toddler storytime is 20 to 30 minutes long.

Stay and Play

Come stay and play with your child from birth to age 5. We will sing songs, read stories and do fun educational parent-child activities. Brought to you by First Things First (FTF) North Pima Regional Council and Marana Unified School District.
Presented by Marana Unified School District

Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft PowerPoint is a software program for creating and showing presentations that include slides, outlines, speaker's notes and audience handouts. In this course designed for beginners, you will learn the fundamentals of PowerPoint. Practice using text, pictures and clip art, and then edit your presentation to make it look professional.

General knowledge of the Windows operating system and some knowledge of Microsoft Word are recommended prerequisites for this intermediate level class.

Please call 520-594-5200 to register. This is a four part class meeting, April 4,11,18 and 25. Keyboarding, mouse and internet skills required.

Drop-in Job Help

Our Job Help Hub Instructor is available to answer questions you might have on a wide variety of job search topics. Topics include resume writing, online job searching, e-mail accounts, completing online job applications, interviewing, and basic computer skills.

An individual can sign up for a ½-hour one-on-one session during drop-in job help; stop in or call the library at 594-5200.

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.

AARP Tax-Aide Tax Preparation

Free, volunteer-run tax preparation and assistance serving low- and middle-income taxpayers with special attention to those ages 60 and older. According to the AARP website, the tax help sessions "are the nation's largest, free, volunteer-run tax preparation and assistance service. The program serves low- and middle-income taxpayers with special attention to those ages 60 and older." Please check AARP Tax-Aide Locator for a full listing of locations.

Introduction to Google Documents

Google document is a word processing program similar to Microsoft Word that helps you create letters, memos, resume, and edit text documents. Google document is free, can be access from any computer with an internet connection and comparable to Microsoft Word.
Prior experience with Microsoft Word is required and you must have a Google account.

Registration required. Please call 520-594-5200 to register. This is a two part class meeting April 4 and 11.

Homework Help

Free tutoring is available on site for all ages. Subjects include math, science, social studies and writing. Help available in Spanish, subject to availability.

Also available: Connect to online Homework Help (2–11 pm every day except major holidays).

Ayuda gratis con la tarea escolar. Ayuda disponible en español, sujeto a disponibilidad. Recibe ayuda gratis de tutores en línea!

Read To a Dog!

Come and read for fun to a licensed therapy dog.

The dog creates a very low stress environment for children who are learning or having difficulties learning to read. As the child reads aloud, the dog listens and enjoys the story and never corrects the child.

The dog just loves what the child is doing! A loving, low-stress time for children to read is often extremely helpful in learning to read.

Find out more about Read to a Dog.

Thinking of adopting a pet? Learn more at Pima Animal Care Center.

Free GED Preparation and Tutoring

At this drop-in session, get help from our tutors to get started preparing for the GED at your own pace. All classes are taught by Pima County Public Library tutors with Adult Education Certification, and will be taught in English. Students ages 16 and older can attend classes.

Please note that children cannot attend these classes. Parents must make their own child care arrangements for children under age 8.

Wheeler Taft Abbett, Sr. Branch Library, 7800 N. Schisler Dr. Registration is not required.

Family Storytime

Family Storytime is for all ages. It is an opportunity for parents to introduce their children to reading and language in a fun way.

Science Saturdays!

Join us the first Saturday of each month for a free science program! This is a fun, interactive science-oriented program for all ages. With a different topic every month, you’re sure to find something you’ll love.

Come join the fun! For more information call Wheeler Taft Abbett, Sr. Branch Library @ 520-594-5200

Southern Arizona Arthropod Adventures! Learn about some of the more interesting and common arthropods in Southern Arizona. Live animals will be present seasonally - when not hibernating.

English Language Classes / Clases de Inglés

Literacy Volunteers of Tucson and the library are offering a free program to adults who want to learn how to speak, read, and write English.

Call 520-594-5200 to inquire. You may be placed on an interest list

La biblioteca y Literacy Volunteers of Tucson ofrecerán un programa gratis para adultos que quieren aprender como hablar, leer y escribir inglés. Plaza limitada.

Se atenderán por orden de llegada. Favor de llamar al 520-594-5200 para más información.

La Leche League

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