Joel D. Valdez Main Library
A Walk to the Library
Journey through time with historical photos of the library and Downtown Tucson
Regularly Scheduled Events
Babytime
Thursdays, 2 pm
Storytimes go on break beginning Monday, Aug. 17. They resume Wednesday, Sept. 2.
Family Storytime
Saturdays, 11 am
Storytimes go on break beginning Monday, Aug. 17. They resume Wednesday, Sept. 2.
Food For Thought
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Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays, 10:30am
Storytimes go on break beginning Monday, Aug. 17. They resume Wednesday, Sept. 2.
Reading Partners
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Teen Time
Wednesdays, 3-4 pm
Toddler Storytime
Thursdays, 10 am
Storytimes go on break beginning Monday, Aug. 17. They resume Wednesday, Sept. 2.
Tuesday Main Movie Time
Tuesdays through July, 2-4 pm
Upcoming Events
Southern Arizona Intercranial Hypertension Support Group
Tuesday, July 7th, 1pm - 3pm
Tuesday Main Movie Time
Tuesday, July 7th, 2pm - 4pm
Sister Keepers Institute (S.K.I)
Tuesday, July 7th, 5pm - 7:30pm
Screening of Award-Winning Film, Sweet Old Song
Wednesday, July 8th, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Create with Bone and Glass Beads
Wednesday, July 8th, 2pm - 5pm
Feathered Friends
Wednesday, July 8th, 2pm
Preschool Storytime
Wednesday, July 8th, 10:30am
Babytime
Thursday, July 9th, 2pm
Contact the Library
101 N. Stone Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85701
520.594.5500
Directions & Parking
Google Map
Printer-friendly map (PDF)
Bus Routes: 1-10, 16, 19, 21-23, 81-83, 102-103, 105-106, 391
Book Drop
Our book drop is located on the northeast corner of the building.
Library Hours
| Mon | 9am-8pm |
| Tues | 9am-8pm |
| Wed | 9am-8pm |
| Thu | 9am-6pm |
| Fri | 9am-5pm |
| Sat | 10am-5pm |
| Sun | 1pm-5pm |
More about the Main Library
Meeting rooms, computers, art, history, and more.
What's Happening @ Joel D. Valdez Main Library?
Photography of Gazelle Samizay on Display
The photography of Gazelle Samizay will be on display in the Gallery of the Main Library throughout the month of July. Read the artist's
Storytimes take a Summer Break
Several Storytimes at our branch libraries are taking a break this summer.
Rock a Book Garage Band Concert
Park your rear and split your ears with music from local teen bands performing in Main Library's underground parking garage.
2nd Annual Chess Tournament
Check...mate! Join us for our 2nd Annual Chess Tournament at the Joel D. Valdez Main Library on Saturday, August 15.
Celebrate Tucson's Birthday at Your Library!
Celebrate Tucson's 234th birthday in August at your library with events at several branches.
Prepare for Outer Space Base II
Last year's Outer Space Base was such a hit, we decided to do it again! Prepare for Outer Space Base II.
Library Closures for Independence Day
The Pima County Public Library and Oro Valley Public Library will be closed Saturday, July 4, to celebrate Independence Day. Book drops at all library locations will be open for you to return items. The library's online services, such as the catalog, My Account, and research databases will be available. El Rio Branch Library and Library administrative offices will be closed on Friday, July 3. All other library locations will be open on Friday, July 3.
Free Screening of Award-Winning Film, Sweet Old Song
Now's your chance to watch and discuss PBS' P.O.V. award-winning film Sweet Old Song, in July at the Joel D. Valdez Main Library .
Pair Your Beginning Reader with a Reading Partner at Your Library
Trained Reading Partners are ready to start reading with your child during your visit to your local library.
Homework Help Is Going on Summer Break
Homework Help in the library branches & community locations, our free tutoring program for students in 4th through 12th grades, is taking a summer break beginning Thursday, May 14 and will resume Monday, August 24.