One Eyed Ford

With a name based on a conversational term used on the Gila River Indian Reservation, One Eyed Ford often references Arizona native culture in their mostly original works. This unique trio features Jenn Steege on the Native American flute, Bill Burkett on mandolin, and Eric Laubach on guitar, vocals and blues harmonica. See their live performance at the Heroes Regional Park Library on Sunday, December 18, from 2-3 PM.

Main Library Coffeehouse: Holiday Concert

Enjoy acoustic versions of sing-along holiday favorites performed by an extensive lineup of local musicians. Catch this relaxed performance for all ages at the Main Library on Monday, December 19, from 6:30-7:30 PM.

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Reindeer and Shamanic Traditions

Do reindeer really fly? In northern shamanic traditions, reindeer are magical beings that take shamans on spirit flights. Classical headdresses seen on ancient shamanic drawings also feature the antlers of female reindeer. Join shamanic healer and Reiki master Carla Meeske on Monday, December 19, from 6:30-8 PM at the Foothills Library as she shares stories from the ancient times — and brings the magic alive again! 

Teen Book Boxes

Need something new to read? Looking for something to do? We’ve got you covered! Just visit gplaz.org/teenbookbox to request a Teen Book Box filled with cool stuff to keep, plus library books to borrow, chosen just for you by your personal teen librarian! Boxes will include three library books, a craft/activity, and other goodies. Quantities are limited, so sign up today!

Teen Book Boxes are available for teens only, ages 12-18. Limit one box per teen, per month. Please note that you will pick up your box at the same library location where you register. A valid email address and library card must be provided.

Don't have a library card yet? No worries! Just register online at gplaz.org/ecard and pick up your card when you pick up your box.

Childsplay Theatre Presents: Tomás and the Library Lady

Tomás loves stories! Papa Grande tells them to him todas las noches but soon Tomás knows all of them by heart. One day while his family is in Iowa picking crops, Tomás meets the Library Lady and nothing is ever the same again. 

Come to the Foothills Library on Saturday, December 17, from 2-3 PM to enjoy this Childsplay Theatre production, based on the true story of Tomás Rivera and the book by Pat Mora. It's a celebration of reading, imagination and creativity for everyone!

This program is funded by a City of Glendale Performing Arts Grant.

Holiday Closures

All Glendale Public Libraries will be closed from Saturday, December 24 through Monday, December 26 in observance of the Christmas holiday. All Glendale Public Libraries will also be closed from Saturday, December 31 through Monday, January 2 in observance of the New Year's holiday.

You can check your account online, use the Digital Library, or visit our Library@Home resources on our website.

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