Community Assistance: Helping Families in Need

9:00am - 1:00pm
Families
Library/Organization: Prescott Public Library
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Health & Human Services, Legal & Financial
Event Details:

 

Mommy & Me

10:00am - 10:45am
Preschoolers (0 to 4 years)
Library/Organization: Seligman Public Library
Room: Seligman Public Library - Community Room
Age Group: Preschoolers (0 to 4 years)
Program Type: Parenting & Early Childhood Education
Event Details:

Focuses on the natural development of skills through the enjoyment of books, the importance of positive interactions between babies and parents, and the critical role of literacy-rich experiences.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Genealogy Virtual Mentor Session

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Library/Organization: Prescott Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Event Details:

 

Introduction to Qigong

10:00am - 11:00am
Older Adults
Library/Organization: Dewey-Humboldt Town Library
Room: Dewey-Humboldt Town Library - Lower Level (First Floor)
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Fitness & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us for Intro to Qigong, a practice designed to improve your health and well-being. Tai Chi, performed for health purposes, is a form of Qigong, and this class will be guided by a certified staff instructor.

Pre-School Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
Preschoolers (0 to 4 years), Children (5 to 8 years), Families
Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library
Age Group: Preschoolers (0 to 4 years), Children (5 to 8 years), Families
Program Type: Art & Crafts, Storytimes
Event Details:

Geared toward children ages 0-5. Come enjoy music, dancing, a book, and a craft. This program is for children and their caregiver. Thursdays 10-11am.

Preschool Story Time with Ms. Letty and Friends

10:00am - 11:00am
Preschoolers (0 to 4 years)
Library/Organization: Camp Verde Community Library
Room: Camp Verde Community Library - Children's Library
Age Group: Preschoolers (0 to 4 years)
Program Type: Science & Nature, Seasonal Reading Programs, Storytimes
Event Details:

Join Ms. Letty & Friends for in-person music & movement with a story and craft Thursdays @ 10:00 am in the Children's Area.

Toddler Time

10:15am - 11:00am
Preschoolers (0 to 4 years)
Library/Organization: Bagdad Public Library
Room: Bagdad Public Library - Children's Area
Age Group: Preschoolers (0 to 4 years)
Program Type: Amusement Activities, Art & Crafts, Storytimes
Event Details:

Come sing, dance, read a book and make a craft with us!

Genealogy Virtual Mentor Session

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Library/Organization: Prescott Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Event Details:

 

Al Anon meetings

12:00pm - 1:00pm
All Ages
Library/Organization: Congress Public Library
Room: Congress Public Library - Library Program Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Meetings & Clubs
Event Details:

Al‑Anon is a mutual support program for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking.

Chair Yoga, In person program

12:30pm - 1:45pm
Adults, Older Adults
Library/Organization: Prescott Valley Public Library
Room: Prescott Valley Public Library - Crystal Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Fitness & Wellness, Special Events
Event Details:

Looking for a way to relax, stretch, and improve your balance without getting on the floor? Join us for Chair Yoga at the Prescott Valley Public Library on Thursday, May 15th, 2025, from 12:30 – 1:45 pm!

Gamblers Anonymous

1:00pm - 2:00pm
College-Aged, Adults, Older Adults
Library/Organization: Clark Memorial Library
Room: Clark Memorial Library - Meeting Room
Age Group: College-Aged, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Fitness & Wellness
Event Details:

Gamblers Anonymous meets every Thursday from 1PM to 2PM. 

Hassayampa Writer's Club (Munch & Learn)

1:00pm - 3:00pm
All Ages
Library/Organization: Yarnell Public Library
Room: Yarnell Public Library - Public Space
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Author Events & Writing
Event Details:

Learn about writing and publishing.

Page Turners Book Discussion

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens (12 to 18 years), College-Aged, Adults, Older Adults
Library/Organization: Black Canyon City Community Library
Room: Black Canyon City Community Library - Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years), College-Aged, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Amusement Activities, Meetings & Clubs, Special Events
Event Details:

The Page Turners meets every 3rd Thursday of the month.  Join us for an active hour of conversation and sharing.  Books for the discussion are available at the front desk of the library.  Give us a call if there are any questions.

Reservation

A Course in Miracles

2:00pm - 4:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library
Room: Cottonwood Public Library - Meeting Room A
Purpose of Meeting

Course Study

Verde Valley Photographic Society

2:00pm - 4:30pm
College-Aged, Adults, Older Adults
Library/Organization: Camp Verde Community Library
Room: Camp Verde Community Library - Founders Room
Age Group: College-Aged, Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Games & Hobbies, Meetings & Clubs
Event Details:

The science of good photography does not have to remain a mystery. Join this group of photographic artists wishing to make a statement with their art.

Teen Game Time

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Teens (12 to 18 years)
Library/Organization: Prescott Valley Public Library
Room: Prescott Valley Public Library - YA Game Room
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Program Type: Amusement Activities, Games & Hobbies
Event Details:

The Teen Game Room is open on most Thursdays! Game Systems include Wii, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5. Plus, there are also a ton of board games to play as well. There is limited space for the video games. First come, first served.

Teen Time: Drop in Board Games

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens (12 to 18 years)
Library/Organization: Prescott Public Library
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Program Type: Amusement Activities
Event Details:

 

Pet Partners Read with Me!

3:15pm - 4:15pm
Preschoolers (0 to 4 years), Children (5 to 8 years), Tweens (9 to 11 years), Teens (12 to 18 years), Families, All Ages
Library/Organization: Chino Valley Public Library
Age Group: Preschoolers (0 to 4 years), Children (5 to 8 years), Tweens (9 to 11 years), Teens (12 to 18 years), Families, All Ages
Program Type: Amusement Activities, Fitness & Wellness, Health & Human Services, Jobs & Education, Parenting & Early Childhood Education, Science & Nature, Seasonal Reading Programs, Self-Help & Support Groups
Event Details:

Read to a calm and friendly therapy dog and their kind handlers! Perfect for kids gaining confidence reading aloud or being around dogs. You choose the book and how long you stay.

Kid Creations

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children (5 to 8 years), Tweens (9 to 11 years)
Library/Organization: Prescott Public Library
Age Group: Children (5 to 8 years), Tweens (9 to 11 years)
Program Type: Art & Crafts
Event Details:

 

Paws to Read

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children (5 to 8 years), Tweens (9 to 11 years)
Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library
Age Group: Children (5 to 8 years), Tweens (9 to 11 years)
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

Children 6 and up can sign up to read to a therapy dog. This helps build confidence in reading. Registration required. Thursdays 3:30-4:30 pm.

Colorful Conversations

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Adults, Older Adults
Library/Organization: Black Canyon City Community Library
Room: Black Canyon City Community Library - Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Art & Crafts, Fitness & Wellness, Self-Help & Support Groups, Special Events
Event Details:

A space and place for adults to gather, chat, and snack.  We have coloring pencils and adult coloring books if you would like to relax and be creative.  You can bring your own craft or just hang out and munch.  

*NEW* Teen GameNite

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens (12 to 18 years)
Library/Organization: Camp Verde Community Library
Room: Camp Verde Community Library - Teen Library
Age Group: Teens (12 to 18 years)
Program Type: Games & Hobbies
Event Details:

New for the 2024 season, GameNite will now have weekly themes! Taking place in the Teen Library on Thursdays from 4:00 – 7:00pm, teens can hang out and play games in the library with a rotating theme:

1st Thursday: Miniature Wargaming

Health Talks, Sleep & Wellness

5:00pm - 6:45pm
Adults, Older Adults
Library/Organization: Prescott Valley Public Library
Room: Prescott Valley Public Library - PC Lab
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Health & Human Services, Lectures & Presentations, Self-Help & Support Groups
Event Details:

Prescott Valley Public Library will be hosting Health Talks: Sleep and Wellness. A Wellness and Prevention Series provided by Yavapai County Community Health Services on Thursday, May 15th, 2025, from 5:00-6:45 pm. 

Triple P Parenting

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Families
Library/Organization: Cottonwood Public Library
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Parenting & Early Childhood Education
Event Details:

Join Developmental Specialist Rosemarie Strout for a helpful class on raising resilient children! Held at the Rec Center!

Gardening Talks: Roots, Tubers, & Bulbs

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Library/Organization: Prescott Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures & Presentations
Event Details:

 

Citizenship Class

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Library/Organization: Camp Verde Community Library
Room: Camp Verde Community Library - The Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Jobs & Education
Event Details:

Citizenship Class for non-US Citizens to be able to obtain United States Citizenship. Meets weekly on Thursdays.

Call Kelly at Camp Verde Adult Reading Program (CVARP) for more information at (928) 554-8398