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"A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies... the man who never reads lives only one." -- R.R. Martin
March 2023 Edition of the Newsflash
Score BIG on our massive March Madness Sale!
Celebrate by shopping at Books Around the Corner for new and favorite finds:
- All paperback books are buy one, get one free!
- All books by Tom Clancy and Janet Evanovich will be half off!
This store-wide book sale will inspire you to expand your repertoire of reading. As you browse through our multi-media shop, have fun and consider stretching yourself beyond your comfort zone. Read something new and different! If you love fiction, pick up a historical novel or a memoir instead... perhaps even a poetry book! If you always buy romance mysteries, try reading science fiction.
Surprise yourself with a new genre while knowing you can always go back to your usual favorites!
Happy St. Patrick’s Day from our dedicated volunteer staff!
May our March bargains entice you to search for that pot-of-gold-favorite pick!
And remember, every purchase spreads fortune in the community and supports your local libraries.
Thank you for your patronage.
“May the Irish hills caress you. May her lakes and rivers bless you. May the luck of the Irish enfold you.
May the blessings of St. Patrick behold you.” Irish Blessing
“Fill your house with stacks of books, in all the crannies and all the nooks.” Dr. Seuss
COVID concerns continue in our community despite decreasing numbers of deaths and hospitalizations. Whereas we respect Maricopa County’s decision to drop the mask mandate, because of the bookstore’s small space, we strongly encourage volunteers
and members of the public to wear a mask when in the bookstore.
Friends of Sun City Libraries, Inc.
Sun City Library at the Bell Recreation Center
Home of Books Around the Corner
16828 N. 99th Avenue
Sun City, AZ 85351
Regular Bookstore hours: Monday-Saturday, 9:30AM – 3:30PM
Bookstore Direct Line: 602-651-2014
www.suncitylibraryfriends.org
If you know a friend who would like to receive our monthly NewsFlash, call the Bookstore
to put them on the email list. 602-651-2014
2023 OFFICER ELECTIONS
At the Friends Board of Directors meeting on February 9th 2023, the following officers were elected for the next year (pictured left to right):
Sue Blechl - President
Jennie O'Leary - Vice President
Joyce Voss - Secretary
Jessica Potter Slider - Treasurer
Cathy has been a valuable and dedicated officer, serving 6-years as our Vice President. She is always thinking about how we can make things better. While we will miss having her as Vice President, we will continue to utilize her many talents while she serves as our Bookstore Operations Manager.
We are thrilled that our Friends colleague will continue to be an integral asset to our operations!
Jennie O'Leary - Vice President
Joyce Voss - Secretary
Jessica Potter Slider - Treasurer
Cathy has been a valuable and dedicated officer, serving 6-years as our Vice President. She is always thinking about how we can make things better. While we will miss having her as Vice President, we will continue to utilize her many talents while she serves as our Bookstore Operations Manager.
We are thrilled that our Friends colleague will continue to be an integral asset to our operations!
WELCOME - GLEN BROWN !
Glen is the newly appointed Branch Manager for both the Sun City and Fairway branch libraries.
He has been with MCLD for four years, most recently as the supervisor for the Sun City and Fairway Branches. Prior to that he was a librarian at the Litchfield Park Branch and before that with the California State Library. In his earlier career, he was a manager with Pacific Auction Company and also worked as an archival processor at Marquette University, where he was able to work with the Tolkien manuscript collection. He earned his degrees from the ASU Barrett Honors College, Marquette University and Simmons College.
He has many hobbies, including blacksmithing, cosplay, camping, and Dungeon and Dragons. His favorite genres to read are fantasy and Science Fiction and he is always willing to chat about either!
He has been with MCLD for four years, most recently as the supervisor for the Sun City and Fairway Branches. Prior to that he was a librarian at the Litchfield Park Branch and before that with the California State Library. In his earlier career, he was a manager with Pacific Auction Company and also worked as an archival processor at Marquette University, where he was able to work with the Tolkien manuscript collection. He earned his degrees from the ASU Barrett Honors College, Marquette University and Simmons College.
He has many hobbies, including blacksmithing, cosplay, camping, and Dungeon and Dragons. His favorite genres to read are fantasy and Science Fiction and he is always willing to chat about either!
WELCOME - KATELYN MORRISON!
Katelyn is the newly appointed Supervisor for the Fairway Library branch.
She is a reader, baseball enthusiast, and cyclist. She feels like she has lived all over the place, but it really has only been the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest...until now! She has held interesting library positions that range from a Circulation Supervisor to an Assistant Collections Manager of a small history museum to an Early Childhood Librarian. She loves supporting and coaching staff and ensuring every reader finds their book.
Her favorite genres are Fantasy/Sci-Fi, Mystery, YA, MG, Graphic Novels, and Pop Non-Fiction. She loves working in libraries because her days can be filled with a variety of activities like Mo Willems, 3-D printing, and helping customers connect with their families.
She is excited to work with the Friends and other volunteers, and is looking forward to future successful projects.
She is a reader, baseball enthusiast, and cyclist. She feels like she has lived all over the place, but it really has only been the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest...until now! She has held interesting library positions that range from a Circulation Supervisor to an Assistant Collections Manager of a small history museum to an Early Childhood Librarian. She loves supporting and coaching staff and ensuring every reader finds their book.
Her favorite genres are Fantasy/Sci-Fi, Mystery, YA, MG, Graphic Novels, and Pop Non-Fiction. She loves working in libraries because her days can be filled with a variety of activities like Mo Willems, 3-D printing, and helping customers connect with their families.
She is excited to work with the Friends and other volunteers, and is looking forward to future successful projects.
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