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Books Worth A Look! Books Worth A Look!

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Cool new titles, hot off the presses, picked by your PCPL Collection Development staff.
Cool new titles, hot off the presses, picked by your PCPL Collection Development staff.
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Inspired by LeVar Burton Reads Inspired by LeVar Burton Reads

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Adult fans of Reading Rainbow are rejoicing over LeVar Burton's return to storytelling through his podcast, LeVar Burton Reads. If you have…
Adult fans of Reading Rainbow are rejoicing over LeVar Burton's return to storytelling through his podcast, LeVar Burton Reads. If you have…
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"Everybody counts or nobody counts." "Everybody counts or nobody counts."

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Michael Connelly's latest novel is out as of 7/18. Get hooked, get caught up, and get to know Harry Bosch.
Michael Connelly's latest novel is out as of 7/18. Get hooked, get caught up, and get to know Harry Bosch.
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The Mist: 100 Pages of Pure Chills The Mist: 100 Pages of Pure Chills

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Don't you love the moment you hear a title and who the author is, and immediately know you are about to read a cleverly written book that c…
Don't you love the moment you hear a title and who the author is, and immediately know you are about to read a cleverly written book that c…
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Trending online @ PCPL, July 2017 Trending online @ PCPL, July 2017

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Books you can judge by the silhouette on their cover, The Shack watch-alikes, two big items of Seed Library News, and so much more!
Books you can judge by the silhouette on their cover, The Shack watch-alikes, two big items of Seed Library News, and so much more!
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Weekly Waitlist Watch: July 16, 2017 Weekly Waitlist Watch: July 16, 2017

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We’ve all had it happen: You hear about a book and go to your local library to find it. But then it hits you; you’re not the only one. Doze…
We’ve all had it happen: You hear about a book and go to your local library to find it. But then it hits you; you’re not the only one. Doze…
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Read Harder Challenge: A Long Way From H… Read Harder Challenge: A Long Way From H…

By PimaLib_RavenousReaders
How Karen and Betsy felt about their latest reading challenges: books set more than 5000 miles from Tucson, and more!
How Karen and Betsy felt about their latest reading challenges: books set more than 5000 miles from Tucson, and more!
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Camino Island Camino Island

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Are you a sucker for anything set in a bookstore or library? Love books with a lot of meta about authors and writing? Looking for a fast-pa…
Are you a sucker for anything set in a bookstore or library? Love books with a lot of meta about authors and writing? Looking for a fast-pa…
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West of the Mississippi West of the Mississippi

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These books from my completed shelf have little in common with each other except that they all take place West of the Mississippi. What ca…
These books from my completed shelf have little in common with each other except that they all take place West of the Mississippi. What ca…
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Matter of fact, it's fiction Matter of fact, it's fiction

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Fictional novels based on fact can entertain and spark interests as well as add to a reader's knowledge. This is a short list of some favo…
Fictional novels based on fact can entertain and spark interests as well as add to a reader's knowledge. This is a short list of some favo…
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Artwork by Mira Domsky Artwork by Mira Domsky

Jul 13th - Jul 31st
Eckstrom-Columbus Library
Mira Domsky's fantasy-inspired artwork will be on display at the Eckstrom Columbus Library throughout July!
Mira Domsky's fantasy-inspired artwork will be on display at the Eckstrom Columbus Library throughout July!
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Citizenship Class in English Citizenship Class in English

Jul 27th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Woods Memorial Library
Now is the time to realize your dream of becoming a United States citizen. Come to this free citizenship class, taught in English, offered …
Now is the time to realize your dream of becoming a United States citizen. Come to this free citizenship class, taught in English, offered …
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Oil Paintings by Lorena Rodriguez Oil Paintings by Lorena Rodriguez

Jul 13th - Jul 31st
Eckstrom-Columbus Library
"I find inspiration for my work from the places I've traveled to or legends I've heard. I believe that beauty can be found even in sadness..…
"I find inspiration for my work from the places I've traveled to or legends I've heard. I believe that beauty can be found even in sadness..…
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Reasons We ♥ Eckstrom-Columbus Library Reasons We ♥ Eckstrom-Columbus Library

The Eckstrom-Columbus Library is turning 40! Here are 40 reasons why staff and customers love it.
The Eckstrom-Columbus Library is turning 40! Here are 40 reasons why staff and customers love it.
Celebrate with us!
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Seed Library Garden Tending Seed Library Garden Tending

Jul 25th | 9:30am - 10:30am
Joel D Valdez Main Library
The wonderful community garden project outside of the Joel D Valdez Main Library was started in 2012 as a way to re-energize & beautify…
The wonderful community garden project outside of the Joel D Valdez Main Library was started in 2012 as a way to re-energize and beautify Jácome Plaza with publicly accessible decorative & edible garden spaces for people to eat from, engage with, and enjoy. We are looking …
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See all PCPL job openings See all PCPL job openings

Want to work with us? Here's everything that's currently open on the Pima County HR site. (No results = none currently posted, try back!)
Want to work with us? Here's everything that's currently open on the Pima County HR site. (No results = none currently posted, try back!)
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Photography by Alex Hawley Photography by Alex Hawley

Jul 15th - Aug 31st
Oro Valley Public Library
There is immense detail in every photo. I try to capture natural occurrences in every photo. I make sure to not disturb whatever I am photog…
There is immense detail in every photo. I try to capture natural occurrences in every photo. I make sure to not disturb whatever I am photog…
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Introduction to Genealogy Introduction to Genealogy

Jul 26th | 11:00am - 1:00pm
Mission Library
Genealogy can be fun and rewarding. But there's so much information on the Internet that you may be asking, "Where do I begin?" and "What w…
Genealogy can be fun and rewarding. But there's so much information on the Internet that you may be asking, "Where do I begin?" and "What w…
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Check out Book Club Central! Check out Book Club Central!

Want to join a book club? Or even start one of your own? The American Library Association has a new site that can help you get started!
Want to join a book club? Or even start one of your own? The American Library Association has a new site that can help you get started!
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Café Book in August: The Last Painting o… Café Book in August: The Last Painting o…

Aug 8th | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Martha Cooper Library
At Café Book Club, we enjoy fascinating conversation about fiction, classics, memoirs, non-fiction and more! You're invited to join the disc…
At Café Book Club, we enjoy fascinating conversation about fiction, classics, memoirs, non-fiction and more! You're invited to join the disc…
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Get Seed Library News Get Seed Library News

Keep up with what's sprouting in the Seed Library with our new monthly e-newsletter!
Keep up with what's sprouting in the Seed Library with our new monthly e-newsletter!
Sign up!
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Xerocraft: Creations on Display Xerocraft: Creations on Display

Jul 1st - Jul 31st
Joel D. Valdez Main Library
What can you do in the Xerocraft Makerspace? Come and see what our community has been doing and making. Get inspired to create.
What can you do in the Xerocraft Makerspace? Come and see what our community has been doing and making. Get inspired to create.

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Emigration, Immigration and the Road in… Emigration, Immigration and the Road in…

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Step into the shoes of immigrant children via these chapter books.
Step into the shoes of immigrant children via these chapter books.
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Science of Bubbles Science of Bubbles

Jul 22nd | 11:00am - 12:30pm
Joel D Valdez Main Library
Bubbles, bubbles everywhere! We have a giant bubble with your name on it!Get wrapped up in bubbles, blow bubbles, make bubble art, and more…
Bubbles, bubbles everywhere! We have a giant bubble with your name on it!Get wrapped up in bubbles, blow bubbles, make bubble art, and more…
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Top 10 Books of My Childhood Top 10 Books of My Childhood

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July is my birthday month! I read MANY great books as a child and while it was hard to create a list of my top 10 favorites, here is what I…
July is my birthday month! I read MANY great books as a child and while it was hard to create a list of my top 10 favorites, here is what I…
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Stream Now with Freegal! Stream Now with Freegal!

All that music you can download in five-song batches per week? Now you can stream it for three hours every day! Happy listening!
All that music you can download in five-song batches per week? Now you can stream it for three hours every day! Happy listening!
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Browse the E-Library from A-Z Browse the E-Library from A-Z

Looking for the handy A-Z list of all our electronic resources? From homework to research to fun, we've got you covered.
Looking for the handy A-Z list of all our electronic resources? From homework to research to fun, we've got you covered.
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What's RBDigital? What's RBDigital?

By PimaLib_JessicaP
If you enjoy our digital magazine, ebook, and audiobook collection, you might be wondering what happened to OneclickDigital...
If you enjoy our digital magazine, ebook, and audiobook collection, you might be wondering what happened to OneclickDigital...
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The Great Courses and RBDigital The Great Courses and RBdigital

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Did you know more than 300 of The Great Courses are available for audio download with RBDigital? (Formerly OneclickDigital.) These "classes" bring college-level instruction to you on a huge variety of topics without the tuition and exams.
Did you know more than 300 of The Great Courses are available for audio download with RBDigital? These "classes" bring col…
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Food & Gardening Magazines & More Food & Gardening Magazines & More

Your library card gives you 24/7 access to digital resources like magazines, journal articles, and more.
Your library card gives you 24/7 access to digital resources like magazines, journal articles, and more.
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Eckstrom-Columbus Library Turns 40! Eckstrom-Columbus Library Turns 40!

Celebrate with us on Saturday, July 22. We'll have cake, music, activities, and more! See you there!
Celebrate with us on Saturday, July 22. We'll have cake, music, activities, and more! See you there!
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Latin Rhythms Dance Latin Rhythms Dance

Jul 21st | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mission Library
Move to the beat! Learn to dance Samba, Dança dos Malandros, and Maculelê.Latin Rhythms Dance class brings together people from all culture…
Move to the beat! Learn to dance Samba, Dança dos Malandros, and Maculelê.Latin Rhythms Dance class brings together people from all culture…
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Sing this book! Sing this book!

recommended by PimaLib_JeanSC
She'll Be Coming 'Round the Mountain: Maybe you recall singing this traditional American folk song around a summer campfire? Now try singin…
She'll Be Coming 'Round the Mountain: Maybe you recall singing this traditional American folk song around a summer campfire? Now try singin…
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Inquisitive Titles Hot off the Press! Inquisitive Titles Hot off the Press!

recommended by PimaLib_ShirleyL
Want to read a new book that has a catchy title? Take your pick from this interesting list!
Want to read a new book that has a catchy title? Take your pick from this interesting list!
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DIY Home Improvement DIY Home Improvement

recommended by PimaLib_ShirleyL
Work on fixing up your house--inside and out--for summer entertaining!
Work on fixing up your house--inside and out--for summer entertaining!
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Teens: Looking to land your first job? Teens: Looking to land your first job?

By PimaLib_Teens
Here's our top ten tips from one of our 101 Space librarians, plus all the job hunting, résumé, and career resources you need to succeed.
Here's our top ten tips from one of our 101 Space librarians, plus all the job hunting, résumé, and career resources you need to succeed.
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College Prep Day College Prep Day

Jul 22nd | 10:00am - 2:00pm
Joel D Valdez Main Library
Getting ready for college can be overwhelming! Take some of the mystery out of the process at College Prep day at the library. Attend mini …
Getting ready for college can be overwhelming! Take some of the mystery out of the process at College Prep day at the library. Attend mini workshops on topics like financial aid, finding the right school, looking for scholarships and filling out applications. Meet college recrui…
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Got SATs/ACTs to study for? Got SATs/ACTs to study for?

Did you know that books and DVDs at the library can help you prepare for your college entrance exams?
Did you know that books and DVDs at the library can help you prepare for your college entrance exams?
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Big plans for College Prep Week? Big plans for College Prep Week?

By PimaLib_Teens
Calling all high school students! We're hosting so many great events for you at Main Library. Register now, don't miss out!
Calling all high school students! We're hosting so many great events for you at Main Library. Register now, don't miss out!
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Middle & High School Research Center Student Resources in Context – Middle & High School Research Center

With Student Resources in Context, middle and high school students can research history, geography, social issues, health, and more.
With Student Resources in Context from Gale, middle and high school students can research topics like history, geography, social issues, health, and more.
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Test Prep & Career Tools Testing and Education Reference Center – Test Prep & Career Tools

Testing and Education Reference Center has practice tests, courses, scholarship info, and study tools to get you ready for your next step.
Testing and Education Reference Center from Gale has practice tests, courses, scholarship information, and study tools to get you ready for your next step.
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IDEA+SPACE: Jobs for Teens IDEA+SPACE: Jobs for Teens

recommended by PimaLib_HeatherS
Teens, are you looking for a job? Check out these resources to get an edge in finding employment.
Teens, are you looking for a job? Check out these resources to get an edge in finding employment.
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College: Where Do I Start? College: Where Do I Start?

Whether you’re a student or parent, years away from college or just about to start, these checklists will help you get ready.
Whether you’re a student or parent, years away from college or just about to start, these checklists will help you get ready.
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SAT Prep? We've got your back. SAT Prep? We've got your back.

First-time SAT taker? Need to brush up? TERC has lots of resources, all updated for the new 2016 SAT and SAT Subject Tests.
First-time SAT taker? Need to brush up? TERC has lots of resources, all updated for the new 2016 SAT and SAT Subject Tests.
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Quiz: Are You Ready for College? Quiz: Are You Ready for College?

It's never too early (or too late) to get ready for college! Take this easy quiz to see if you're on the right path.
It's never too early (or too late) to get ready for college! Take this easy quiz to see if you're on the right path.
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Find The Career For You! Find The Career For You!

Interested in a career change or upward mobility? Find resources about occupational exams, joining the military, etc. at Learning Express!
Interested in a career change or upward mobility? Find resources about occupational exams, joining the military, etc. at Learning Express!
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