Pinal County Library District
NEWSLETTER
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Get the Most out of Your Library: Research Databases |
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Now that schools are back in session, those research papers are right around the corner! Did you know that you can do all your library research right from your computer or phone? Pinal County Libraries offer a suite of subscription research databases that you can access for free from our website. Just click on the Research tab.
Research databases provide full-text online access to thousands of peer-reviewed academic journals, popular magazines, and reference books -- as well as images, audio files, and primary source documents.
You can search across more than a dozen of these resources simultaneously, simply by typing what you're looking for in the Gale Power Search box at the top of our list databases. It's just like searching the Web, but with results you know you can trust!
You can also access our research databases using our PCLD App!
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Fun Van is a parenting education program supported by First Things First. Parents and caregivers of children ages 0-5 can attend free
2-hour parenting classes at a variety of locations across Pinal County, including several of our libraries. Children receive a free book and toy each week.
The Fun Van has renewed their in-person classes, and a new series of programs kicks off September 20. For more information, click here.
The Fun Van will be making regular stops at the following Pinal County libraries:
- Apache Junction Public Library
- Casa Grande Main Library
- Maricopa Library and Cultural Center
- San Manuel Library
- San Tan Valley Library
Click here for a list of scheduled Fun Van locations. Click here to register.
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Featured Events This Month |
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Here are just some of the nearly 350 programs taking place at libraries throughout Pinal County this month. To view the complete list, please see our online calendar of events.
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Tuesday, September 7, from 4:30 - 5:15 PM
Maricopa Library and Cultural Center
18160 N. Maya Angelou Dr.
Maricopa, AZ 85138
(520) 568-2926
Ages 8-12 are invited to explore the wonder of stories through themed art activities! Each session focuses on a different topic related to literature found in the library. Children are encouraged to participate and explore art through favorite stories!
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Thursdays at 1:00 PM
San Tan Valley Library
31505 N. Schnepf Rd.
San Tan Valley, AZ 85143
(520) 866-8035
Come and join us for our adult arts and crafts class and make a fun craft of the week. This series of craft workshops offers a wide range of recreational arts and crafts projects for adults of all ages. The projects are selected to be completed in a hands-on workshop, which lasts between 90 and 120 minutes. These sessions vary each week in the type of materials, techniques and skill level required.
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Tuesday, September 21, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Apache Junction Public Library
1177 N. Idaho Rd.
Apache Junction, AZ 85119
(480) 474-8555
Teens ages 12-17 will have the opportunity to learn about investigating!
The Apache Junction Police Department will be in house to show teens all that goes into investigating a crime. This is hands on! Will you solve the crime? Join us and see. Free snacks are provided!
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Wednesday, September 22, 1:00 - 2:00 PM
Casa Grande Main Library
449 N. Dry Lake
Casa Grande, AZ 85122
(520) 421-8710
Specifically geared for adults with developmental disabilities, learn about services offered by the library and how to use them, along with other educational activities.
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Monday, September 27, 9:30 - 10:30 AM
Online program hosted by Coolidge Public Library
160 W. Central Ave.
Coolidge, AZ 85128
(520) 723-6030
Looking for a way to encourage curiosity, problem solving, and much more with your little explorer? Join other families virtually for the Preschool STEAM program, Learn 'n' Play. Little explorers begin to develop a strong foundation for future learning in the world of STEAM, where the possibilities for adventure are endless. Check our social media pages before the event so you have the necessary supplies on hand. Learn 'n' Play meets the fourth Monday of the month at 9:30 a.m. on Facebook Live and YouTube. Intended for ages 3-6.
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The Tutor.com Learning Suite combines live online tutoring, homework help, and test preparation with powerful diagnostic tools and self-study resources to provide a flexible educational environment designed to meet learners' individual needs. It's the perfect tool to help students continue to learn, even while schools are shut down.
You can find Tutor.com and our other online databases on our website. Just click the Research tab. Or find it in the Research screen on our mobile app!
[Please Note: You do need to follow the link (above, or on our website) to get to our tutors. Going directly to tutor.com in your browser won't connect you to our library's service.]
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Pinal County Library District
520-866-6457
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