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The library provides educational, informational, recreational, and cultural enrichment for all ages. The collection includes more than one-half million books, magazines, multi-media, and electronic reference databases. The library also offers free internet access, computer training classes, and a series of programs covering a variety of topics of interest to the community.

The Foothills Branch is immediately north of Foothills Park on 57th Avenue, north of Union Hills Drive.

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    Foothills Branch Library

    19055 North 57th Avenue
    Glendale, AZ 85308

    Phone: (623) 930-3830   |   Email   |  

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      05/30/12	Invoke the Archangels to Heal Your Body, Mind, Soul Foothills Branch Library Invoke the Archangels to Heal Your Body, Mind, Soul Presented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library May 30, 2012 In this enlightening, entertaining and experiential workshop, Sunny Dawn Johnston, internationally recognized psychic medium, spiritual teacher and author will lead you on a journey of self- discovery and healing. Sunny will teach you how to invoke the archangels to empower your inner being and move you from pain or fear to joy.
      06/01/12- 06/29/12	Anime Afternoons Foothills Branch Library Anime Afternoons Presented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library June 1-June 29, 2012 Free Anime showings for teens. Each Friday a different anime will be showcased. Snacks provided.
      06/07/12	WOW! Wednesday: Meet Martha Washington Foothills Branch Library WOW! Wednesday: Meet Martha Washington Presented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library June 7, 2012 You've heard of George Washington, well here's your chance to meet the Mrs! Kids of all ages will laugh and have a good time with their country's very first First Lady.
      06/13/12	WOW! Wednesday: The Magic of Richard Steele Foothills Branch Library WOW! Wednesday: The Magic of Richard Steele Presented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library June 13, 2012 This Wednesday we welcome a new magical performer, Richard Steele. Fabulous, fun entertainment that will leave you with a smile on your face!
      06/18/12	Monday Matinee: The Adventures of Tintin Foothills Branch Library Monday Matinee: The Adventures of Tintin Presented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library June 18, 2012 A young reporter, Tintin, and his loyal dog, Snowy, discover a secret and are drawn into a mystery. With the help of others, Tintin travels half the world to find his answers. Based on The Adventures of Tintin by Herge. Every Monday in June, bring a snack and enjoy a movie with your friends. Children ages nine and under must have a parent, teen sibling, or other caregiver at the program.
      06/20/12	WOW! Wednesday: Arizona Rick, the Magical Balloon-making Cowboy Foothills Branch Library WOW! Wednesday: Arizona Rick, the Magical Balloon-making Cowboy Presented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library June 20, 2012 s a balloon more than a sculpture, a story, a spectacular hat? In the hands of Arizona Rick, it's all this fun and more! Wait until you see how a balloon-making cowboy tells Jennifer Ward's story There Was a Coyote Who Swallowed a Flea!
      06/25/12	Monday Matinee: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory Foothills Branch Library Monday Matinee: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory Presented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library June 25, 2012 Charlie, along with four somewhat odious other children, gets the chance of a lifetime to tour the most eccentric and wonderful candy factory. Along the way, mild disasters befall each of the odious children, but can Charlie beat the odds and grab the brass ring?
      07/02/12	Monday Matinee: Jumanji Foothills Branch Library Monday Matinee: Jumanji Presented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library July 2, 2012 When two kids play an old magic board-game they found, they release a man trapped for decades in it and creatures of the jungle who get loose in the city, causing dangers that can only be stopped by finishing the game. Based on the book by Chris Van Allsburg.
      07/09/12	Monday Matinee: Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey Foothills Branch Library Monday Matinee: Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey Presented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library July 9, 2012 Two dogs and a cat trek across America encountering all sorts of adventures in the quest to be reunited with their owners in this Disney classic for the whole family. Based on Sheila Burnford's story, The Incredible Journey.
      07/16/12	Monday Matinee: Dolphin Tale Foothills Branch Library Monday Matinee: Dolphin Tale Presented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library July 16, 2012 Swimming free, a young dolphin is caught in a crab trap, severely damaging her tail. She is rescued and transported to Clearwater Marine Hospital where her fight for survival begins. Based on a true story and the book, Winter's Tail: How One Little Dolphin Learned to Swim Again by Julia Hatkoff.
      07/18/12	WOW! Wednesday: Yellow Bird Indian Dancers Foothills Branch Library WOW! Wednesday: Yellow Bird Indian Dancers Presented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library July 18, 2012 Experience the rich tradition of the American Indian through Native song and dance, including the creativity and sheer athleticism of the Hoop Dance.
      07/23/12	Monday Matinee: Santa Buddies: The Legend of Santa Paws Foothills Branch Library Monday Matinee: Santa Buddies: The Legend of Santa Paws Presented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library July 23, 2012 Take a fantastic journey with your beloved Buddy friends to the magical world of the North Pole. Join the Buddies in a wonderfully wacky twist on a classic Christmas favorite. Unleash a stocking full of Christmas cheer in July!
      07/25/12	WOW! Wednesday: Papa Chilly Foothills Branch Library WOW! Wednesday: Papa Chilly at Foothills Branch Library July 25, 2012 Reading, laughter and magic it's all lots of fun when kids spend time with Papa Chilly.
      07/30/12	Monday Matinee: The Lorax Foothills Branch Library Monday Matinee: The Lorax Presented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library July 30, 2012 An animated rendition of Dr. Seuss's classic book about the threat of industrialization to nature, The Lorax is entertaining and kids will enjoy the characters and bright scenery, while many adults will enjoy some of the subtle bits of humor. Lots of original music too.

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  • Upcoming Events

    05/30/12	Invoke the Archangels to Heal Your Body, Mind, Soul Foothills Branch Library Invoke the Archangels to Heal Your Body, Mind, Soul Presented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library May 30, 2012 In this enlightening, entertaining and experiential workshop, Sunny Dawn Johnston, internationally recognized psychic medium, spiritual teacher and author will lead you on a journey of self- discovery and healing. Sunny will teach you how to invoke the archangels to empower your inner being and move you from pain or fear to joy.
    06/01/12- 06/29/12	Anime Afternoons Foothills Branch Library Anime Afternoons Presented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library June 1-June 29, 2012 Free Anime showings for teens. Each Friday a different anime will be showcased. Snacks provided.
    06/07/12	WOW! Wednesday: Meet Martha Washington Foothills Branch Library WOW! Wednesday: Meet Martha Washington Presented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library June 7, 2012 You've heard of George Washington, well here's your chance to meet the Mrs! Kids of all ages will laugh and have a good time with their country's very first First Lady.
    06/13/12	WOW! Wednesday: The Magic of Richard Steele Foothills Branch Library WOW! Wednesday: The Magic of Richard Steele Presented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library June 13, 2012 This Wednesday we welcome a new magical performer, Richard Steele. Fabulous, fun entertainment that will leave you with a smile on your face!
    06/18/12	Monday Matinee: The Adventures of Tintin Foothills Branch Library Monday Matinee: The Adventures of Tintin Presented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library June 18, 2012 A young reporter, Tintin, and his loyal dog, Snowy, discover a secret and are drawn into a mystery. With the help of others, Tintin travels half the world to find his answers. Based on The Adventures of Tintin by Herge. Every Monday in June, bring a snack and enjoy a movie with your friends. Children ages nine and under must have a parent, teen sibling, or other caregiver at the program.
    06/20/12	WOW! Wednesday: Arizona Rick, the Magical Balloon-making Cowboy Foothills Branch Library WOW! Wednesday: Arizona Rick, the Magical Balloon-making Cowboy Presented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library June 20, 2012 s a balloon more than a sculpture, a story, a spectacular hat? In the hands of Arizona Rick, it's all this fun and more! Wait until you see how a balloon-making cowboy tells Jennifer Ward's story There Was a Coyote Who Swallowed a Flea!
    06/25/12	Monday Matinee: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory Foothills Branch Library Monday Matinee: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory Presented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library June 25, 2012 Charlie, along with four somewhat odious other children, gets the chance of a lifetime to tour the most eccentric and wonderful candy factory. Along the way, mild disasters befall each of the odious children, but can Charlie beat the odds and grab the brass ring?
    07/02/12	Monday Matinee: Jumanji Foothills Branch Library Monday Matinee: Jumanji Presented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library July 2, 2012 When two kids play an old magic board-game they found, they release a man trapped for decades in it and creatures of the jungle who get loose in the city, causing dangers that can only be stopped by finishing the game. Based on the book by Chris Van Allsburg.
    07/09/12	Monday Matinee: Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey Foothills Branch Library Monday Matinee: Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey Presented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library July 9, 2012 Two dogs and a cat trek across America encountering all sorts of adventures in the quest to be reunited with their owners in this Disney classic for the whole family. Based on Sheila Burnford's story, The Incredible Journey.
    07/16/12	Monday Matinee: Dolphin Tale Foothills Branch Library Monday Matinee: Dolphin Tale Presented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library July 16, 2012 Swimming free, a young dolphin is caught in a crab trap, severely damaging her tail. She is rescued and transported to Clearwater Marine Hospital where her fight for survival begins. Based on a true story and the book, Winter's Tail: How One Little Dolphin Learned to Swim Again by Julia Hatkoff.
    07/18/12	WOW! Wednesday: Yellow Bird Indian Dancers Foothills Branch Library WOW! Wednesday: Yellow Bird Indian Dancers Presented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library July 18, 2012 Experience the rich tradition of the American Indian through Native song and dance, including the creativity and sheer athleticism of the Hoop Dance.
    07/23/12	Monday Matinee: Santa Buddies: The Legend of Santa Paws Foothills Branch Library Monday Matinee: Santa Buddies: The Legend of Santa Paws Presented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library July 23, 2012 Take a fantastic journey with your beloved Buddy friends to the magical world of the North Pole. Join the Buddies in a wonderfully wacky twist on a classic Christmas favorite. Unleash a stocking full of Christmas cheer in July!
    07/25/12	WOW! Wednesday: Papa Chilly Foothills Branch Library WOW! Wednesday: Papa Chilly at Foothills Branch Library July 25, 2012 Reading, laughter and magic it's all lots of fun when kids spend time with Papa Chilly.
    07/30/12	Monday Matinee: The Lorax Foothills Branch Library Monday Matinee: The Lorax Presented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library July 30, 2012 An animated rendition of Dr. Seuss's classic book about the threat of industrialization to nature, The Lorax is entertaining and kids will enjoy the characters and bright scenery, while many adults will enjoy some of the subtle bits of humor. Lots of original music too.

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  • Past Events

    05/23/12	Arizona: One Hundred Years Grand Foothills Branch Library
    05/19/12	Familytime Foothills Branch Library
    05/15/12	Venomous Creatures in the Desert Foothills Branch Library
    05/14/12	Rock the Presidents Foothills Branch Library
    05/12/12	Familytime Foothills Branch Library
    05/09/12	Music for Tots Foothills Branch Library
    05/09/12	You Wouldn't Want to Be a 19th Century Coal Miner! Foothills Branch Library
    05/09/12	Southwestern Archaeology: Rock Calendars Foothills Branch Library
    05/08/12	Acoustic Jam Foothills Branch Library
    05/05/12	Familytime Foothills Branch Library
    05/04/12	Friday Films: Cars 2 Foothills Branch Library
    05/02/12	Young Crafters Foothills Branch Library
    05/02/12	Foothills Coffeehouse Foothills Branch Library
    04/14/12	Spring Concert: Flutasia Quartet Foothills Branch Library
    04/11/12	A Photographic History of Arizona from prehistory the Present Foothills Branch Library
    04/11/12	Monday Matinee: The Apple Dumpling Gang Foothills Branch Library
    03/14/12	Boats and Boatmen of The Colorado River: The Kolb Expedition Centennial Foothills Branch Library
    02/22/12	Native American Flute: Estun-Bah Foothills Branch Library
    02/16/12	Glendale Coffeehouse at the Foothills Library Foothills Branch Library
    02/15/12	A Novel Approach: General Fiction Book Discussion Foothills Branch Library
    02/14/12	Acoustic Jam Session Foothills Branch Library
    02/10/12	J.A. Jance: Author Appearance Foothills Branch Library
    02/04/12	Family Storytime Foothills Branch Library
    02/01/12	Glendale Coffeehouse at the Foothills Library Foothills Branch Library
    02/01/12	Young Crafters Foothills Branch Library
    01/18/12	A Novel Approach: General Fiction Book Discussion Foothills Branch Library
    01/10/12	Acoustic Jam Session Foothills Branch Library
    01/04/12	Glendale Coffeehouse at the Foothills Library Foothills Branch Library
    12/21/11	A Novel Approach: General Fiction Book Discussion Foothills Branch Library
    12/13/11	Teen Book Cafe Foothills Branch Library
    12/13/11	Acoustic Jam Session Foothills Branch Library
    12/10/11	Holiday Concert: Flutasia Flute Quartet Foothills Branch Library
    12/07/11	Gentle Reads Book Discussion Group Foothills Branch Library
    12/07/11	Star Book Ornaments Foothills Branch Library
    11/30/11	Bad Cactus Brass Band Foothills Branch Library
    11/22/11	Ani-Manga Club Foothills Branch Library
    11/16/11	A Novel Approach: General Fiction Book Discussion Foothills Branch Library
    11/08/11	Acoustic Jam Session Foothills Branch Library
    11/08/11	Teen Book Cafe Foothills Branch Library
    11/02/11	Gentle Reads Book Discussion Group Foothills Branch Library
    11/02/11	Glendale Coffeehouse at the Foothills Library Foothills Branch Library
    10/28/11	Friday Films @ Foothills - Coraline Foothills Branch Library
    10/26/11	Music for Tots Foothills Branch Library
    10/11/11	Acoustic Jam Session Foothills Branch Library
    10/05/11	Young Crafters Foothills Branch Library
    10/05/11	Gentle Reads Book Discussion Group Foothills Branch Library
    10/05/11	Glendale Coffeehouse at the Foothills Library Foothills Branch Library
    10/04/11- 10/25/11	Book Buddies Foothills Branch Library
    10/03/11- 10/31/11	Mini Movers Foothills Branch Library
    09/28/11	Pat Roberts and the Heymakers: Rockabilly Music and Swing Dancing Foothills Branch Library
    09/21/11	And Sometimes Why by Rebecca Johnson Foothills Branch Library
    09/20/11	Top Ten Toddler Tooth Tips Foothills Branch Library
    09/13/11	Acoustic Jam Session Foothills Branch Library
    09/07/11	Glendale Coffeehouse at the Foothills Library Foothills Branch Library
    09/07/11	A Vintage Affair by Isabel Wolff Foothills Branch Library
    08/31/11	Vanished in Arizona: In the Footsteps of Martha Summerhayes Foothills Branch Library
    08/17/11	Baker Towers by Jennifer Haigh Foothills Branch Library
    08/16/11	canine Search ad Rescue: Finding the Lost Foothills Branch Library
    08/10/11	Be the Change: Inspiring Confidence and Resilience in Teens Foothills Branch Library
    07/27/11	WOW! Wednesday: James Reid, Juggler Extraordinaire Foothills Branch Library
    07/25/11	Monday Matinee: Tangled Foothills Branch Library
    07/20/11	WOW! Wednesday: Great Arizona Puppet Theater Presents Rapunzel Foothills Branch Library
    07/18/11	Monday Matinee: How to Train Your Dragon Foothills Branch Library
    07/15/11	J.A. Jance: Author Appearance and Booksigning Foothills Branch Library
    07/13/11	WOW! Wednesday: Folklor y Cultura Mexicana Foothills Branch Library
    07/13/11	Glendale Coffeehouse at the Foothills Library Foothills Branch Library
    07/12/11	Acoustic Jam Foothills Branch Library
    07/11/11	Monday Matinee: Megamind Foothills Branch Library
    07/06/11	WOW! Wednesday: Ronald McDonald Foothills Branch Library
    07/06/11	The Honey Dewdrops: Folk Duo Foothills Branch Library
    06/29/11	WOW! Wednesday: Mother Goose Foothills Branch Library
    06/29/11	Travel Photography: "Cool" Tips and Techniques Foothills Branch Library
    06/27/11	Monday Matinee: Wizard of Oz Foothills Branch Library
    06/22/11	WOW! Wednesday: Arizona Ric, the Magical Balloon-making Cowboy Foothills Branch Library
    06/20/11	Monday Matinee: Despicable Me Foothills Branch Library
    06/15/11	WOW! Wednesday: Magical Michael Steele Foothills Branch Library
    06/14/11	Acoustic Jam Foothills Branch Library
    06/13/11	Monday Matinee: Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole Foothills Branch Library
    06/08/11	WOW! Wednesday: Gary Sprague, Arizona's Singing Cowboy and His Trusty Horse, Dusty Foothills Branch Library
    06/08/11	Explore Arizona Lecture Series: God, Gold,and Glory:The Coronado Expedition Foothills Branch Library
    06/06/11	Monday Matinee: Toy Story 3 Foothills Branch Library
    05/25/11	Scott Hallock and Suzie Kiraly: Folk, Country, Rock Foothills Branch Library
    05/21/11	Flutasia: A Musical Quartet Foothills Branch Library
    05/17/11	What is a Genome and Why Does it Matter? Foothills Branch Library
    05/11/11	Explore Arizona Lecture Series - Grand Archaeology: Excavation and Discovery Along the Colorado River Foothills Branch Library
    05/10/11	Acoustic Jam Foothills Branch Library
    05/09/11	Childsplay Theatre - New Kid Foothills Branch Library
    05/04/11	Glendale Coffeehouse at the Foothills Library Foothills Branch Library
    05/03/11	Spring Puppet Show: Barnyard Tales Foothills Branch Library
    04/13/11	Murl Emery: Historical, Hysterical Pioneer of the Lower Colorado River Pioneer Foothills Branch Library
    04/12/11	Acoustic Jam Foothills Branch Library
    04/06/11- 04/20/11	One Book AZ Book Discussion: Hopi Summer by Carolyn O'Bagy Davis Foothills Branch Library
    03/11/11	One Book Az Author Appearance: Carolyn O' Bagy Davis, Author of Hopi Summer Foothills Branch Library
    03/09/11	Silver Images on Glass Plates: Early Arizona Photography Foothills Branch Library
    02/23/11	Bad Cactus Brass Band Foothills Branch Library
    02/15/11	The Truth About Barefoot Running Foothills Branch Library
    02/08/11	Acoustic Jam Foothills Branch Library
    02/01/11	J.A. Jance: Author Appearance Foothills Branch Library
    01/31/11	The Imaginators Foothills Branch Library
    01/12/11	Swingin' With Dean: American Hits of the '40s - 60's Foothills Branch Library

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