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YOU DID IT!!
Recently, a new 5-yr lease was signed for both the Bell Branch and the Fairway Branch Libraries! Both parties have agreed to the Lease Agreement terms. The RCSC has signed it, and the County Board of Supervisors has given final approval. We can all breath easier and enjoy our Libraries for (at least) the next 5 years! |
READING DOES MORE THAN INFORM... IT INSPIRES, ENTERTAINS AND TRANSPORTS US!
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This month’s name stems from the Latin octo, “eight,” because this was the eighth month of the early Roman calendar. When the Romans converted to a 12-month calendar, the name October stuck despite
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GET 'SPOOKY' with terrific Fall reads
This month, BOOKS AROUND THE CORNER is showcasing:
*** DAMAGED DARLINGS ***
These are books that are too damaged to sell at full price, but are still fine for reading.
Now 1/2 off our marked price!
Also, an impressive selection of LARGE PRINT WESTERN BOOKS awaits you! Discover new authors, hunt for timeless classics, or gift an intriguing pick for a friend.
Whether you crave a cozy Autumn feeling or prefer a haunting holiday appeal, our shelves are brimming with awesome choices to suit every mood.
And since inventory changes daily, come in OFTEN. Dive into books of all genres for all ages, puzzles, DVD’s, CD’s, and more…all at scary bargain prices.
DONATION GUIDELINES
We would MOST like to receive:
Jigsaw Puzzles
CURRENT magazines (last 12 months)
Gently used hardback and paperback books
Commercially recorded movies (DVD/BluRay)
Commercially recorded music CDs and audio books
We are UNABLE to accept the following type of books:
Textbooks
Encyclopedias
Time-Life Books
Large Coffee Table Books
Medical Books older than 5 years
We are UNABLE to accept books with:
Water damage
Torn or damaged bindings
Torn, marked or missing pages
OUR FRIENDLY, KNOWLEDGEABLE VOLUNTEERS ARE READY TO ASSIST YOU!
As always, we appreciate your support of the Books Around The Corner Bookstore. You help us provide the necessary equipment and programs to the Sun City Libraries. We couldn't do it without you!
2024 OFFICER ELECTIONS
At the February Friends Board of Directors meeting, the following officers were elected for 2024:
Sue Blechl - President
Vacant - Vice President
Joyce Voss - Secretary
Jessica Potter Slider - Treasurer
Vacant - Vice President
Joyce Voss - Secretary
Jessica Potter Slider - Treasurer
Check out what's NEW for YOU!
Next time you visit the Sun City Bell Branch Library, check out current announcements and Friends information now posted inside the lobby.
If there is some information you would like to see posted on this board, that would be beneficial to our Library community, please feel free to leave a note in the Bookstore for Irene, Ruth or Joyce with your suggestion. You can also use the contact form on the 'Contact Us' tab at the top of this page.
NANDE MARIN
Sun City Libraries Manager
Nande is thrilled to be back with MCLD at the Sun City libraries! Her library career started in her home state of Louisiana after completing undergrad, and she went on to earn her MLS from Louisiana State University.
She moved to Arizona in 2016 and currently resides in the West Valley with one of her closest friends, along with their combined four children, three dogs and one kitty. Outside of work, she enjoy hiking, camping, painting, cross-stitch, trivia, mastering kitchen skills, and trying new restaurants.
She strongly believes that libraries are essential in fostering lively and connected communities, and she looks forward to getting to know and working with the residents of the Sun Cities, and community partners.
She moved to Arizona in 2016 and currently resides in the West Valley with one of her closest friends, along with their combined four children, three dogs and one kitty. Outside of work, she enjoy hiking, camping, painting, cross-stitch, trivia, mastering kitchen skills, and trying new restaurants.
She strongly believes that libraries are essential in fostering lively and connected communities, and she looks forward to getting to know and working with the residents of the Sun Cities, and community partners.
RENADA KHIN
Fairway Library Branch Supervisor
Renada brings 17 years of library experience to her role, with over a year at Fairway Library. Renada has spent most of her life in Arizona and is passionate about serving her local community.
When not at the library, she enjoys indulging her creative side through crafting, particularly cross-stitching, and cherishes moments spent with her beloved cat and family. An avid reader of mysteries and fantasy, Renada believes deeply in the power of libraries to foster community engagement and offer vital resources to all.
When not at the library, she enjoys indulging her creative side through crafting, particularly cross-stitching, and cherishes moments spent with her beloved cat and family. An avid reader of mysteries and fantasy, Renada believes deeply in the power of libraries to foster community engagement and offer vital resources to all.
KILEY GALVIN
Fairway Library Assistant
Kiley has been serving as the part-time library assistant at Fairway for two months now, and she has been absolutely loving her time there so far! She comes from a background of community service-oriented work, having previously worked as a mail carrier for the Sun City West post office and a high school biology teacher with Teach For America. In college, Kiley studied biology, psychology, and Spanish, and would love the chance to brush up on her skills if any Spanish-speakers out there want to stop by for a convo!
She was born and raised in Arizona but has briefly lived in New Hampshire as well as Texas.
She currently resides with her mother, brother, and three adorable dogs. In her free time, Kiley
enjoys baking, painting, riding her bicycle, thrift shopping, and reading. Her favorite genres of books are horror and science fiction, so please let her know if you have any recommendations. Kiley has always loved going to the library, and now she feels blessed with the chance to spend her days there multiple times per week
She was born and raised in Arizona but has briefly lived in New Hampshire as well as Texas.
She currently resides with her mother, brother, and three adorable dogs. In her free time, Kiley
enjoys baking, painting, riding her bicycle, thrift shopping, and reading. Her favorite genres of books are horror and science fiction, so please let her know if you have any recommendations. Kiley has always loved going to the library, and now she feels blessed with the chance to spend her days there multiple times per week
Friend's Finance Fantastic Book Drop at
Sun City Library!
It's took more than a year of planning, but the Sun City Library now has a convenient two way book drop, located just to the North of the building. You are most welcome!
Lots of Fun at the Sun City Library Ten Year Anniversary Celebration!
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What We Do
Speakers Bureau
The Sun City branches of the Maricopa County Library District and the Friends of the Sun City Libraries work together to provide presentations on the library's resources and services available in our area. For more information or to book a program, CLICK HERE |
Books Around the Corner Bookstore
This hidden gem of a bookstore contains thousands of gently used hard cover and paperback books, DVDS, CDS, audio books and more, all at bargain prices! Open 9:30AM to 3:30PM, Monday through Saturday. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR BOOKSTORE |
The Libraries We Support
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Sun City Library - Bell Branch
(also home to the Friend's "Books Around the Corner Bookstore") Bell Recreation Center 16828 N. 99th Ave. (SW Corner of Bell & 99th.) Sun City, AZ 85351 602-652-3000 (Library) 602-651-2014 (Bookstore) |
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Sun City Library - Fairway Branch
Fairway Recreation Center 10600 W. Peoria Ave. Room 144 (NE Corner of Peoria and 107th) Sun City, AZ 85351 602-652-3000 (Library) |
What You Can Do
- Donate your gently used hard cover and paperback books, DVDs, CDs, magazines, puzzles, and audio books to the Books Around the Corner Bookstore.
- Stop and shop at our Bookstore! Enjoy our clean, organized atmosphere, our unbeatable prices, and friendly volunteers.
- Volunteer with the Sun City Friends of the Library... at the Bookstore or on the Board of Directors. Call the Bookstore at 602-651-2014 for more information.
- Remember the Friends in your will. CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW