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More Glendale Library Insider for February 2026 |
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 Road to 250: Arizona Traveling Museum
Friday, February 20, 10:00 AM-6:00 PM
Main Library
Road to 250: Arizona Traveling Museum brings history to life as it travels to communities across Arizona in celebration of the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary.
Designed to spark enthusiasm and civic pride, this immersive exhibit connects national history with Arizona’s unique story. Visitors will explore defining moments in American history alongside the people, cultures, and communities that shaped Arizona through engaging exhibit panels, a short looping video experience, and hands-on interactive activities for all ages. Guests are also invited to add their voices by participating in the Dear America, Love Arizona postcard activity—sharing personal reflections and stories that connect the past to the present.
Enjoy a full day of fun with music, games, a scavenger hunt, crafts, and a storywalk—plus live music performances:
- 11 AM–1 PM: Enjoy folk music and old-time mountain tunes performed by Ice Machine
- 1–3 PM: Bluegrass Jam — bring your acoustic instrument and join in! Bluegrass, country, folk, gospel, and more, played round-robin style. All skill levels welcome; listeners and singers encouraged.
A meaningful, interactive experience for history lovers, families, and curious minds of all ages!
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Arizona Broadway Theater Presents Pinkalicious!
Tuesday, February 17
4:00 PM-5:00 PM
Main Library
Dive into the colorful world of Pinkalicious, inspired by the beloved book by Victoria Kann! Experience Pinkalicious's adventure as her love for pink cupcakes leads to a lesson about embracing individuality. This show celebrates creativity, family, and the joy of being unique—perfect for young readers and their families!
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Lunar New Year Lion Dance
Sunday, February 22
3:30 PM-4:30 PM
Foothills Library
In celebration of the Lunar New Year, the Golden Phoenix Arts and Athletic Association presents a special Sar Ping Lion Dance show. This celebratory program will include a brief presentation about this beautiful cultural practice, energetic dances featuring live music, traditional dance patterns, storytelling, audience interaction, and an educational demonstration. All ages and families are welcome.
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 Pokemon 30th Anniversary Party
Friday, February 27
6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Main Library
Celebrate 30 years of Pokémon with a special afterhours family event at the library! Enjoy creative activities like customizing Pokémon cards with art supplies and building mini habitat dioramas for Pokémon figures. Connect with other fans at our trading and battling station, featuring multiplayer games on Nintendo Switch. Capture the fun at our themed photo booth and take part in a Safari Zone scavenger hunt to win prizes. This event is perfect for Pokémon lovers of all ages! Registration is required.
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Family Craft: DIY Jigsaw Puzzle
Saturday, February 28
1:00 PM–2:00 PM
Heroes Regional Park Library
Get ready to piece together some family fun! In this hands-on program for children and their families, participants will decorate their own preassembled jigsaw puzzle to take home as a keepsake. Registration is required.
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 Live @ the Library: Experience the Glass Armonica with Lynn Drye
Thursday, February 19
6:30 PM-7:30 PM
Main Library
Discover the hauntingly beautiful sound of the glass armonica in this unique program featuring musician Lynn Drye. Rarely heard and visually captivating, the instrument creates ethereal tones by gently touching spinning glass bowls. Through live performance, Lynn Drye explores the history, science, and expressive possibilities of this shimmering, otherworldly instrument.
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 Writer in Residence Workshop: Developing Killer Characters
Monday, February 23
6:30 PM-7:45 PM Main Library
Discuss techniques for creating realistic and intriguing characters, as the people in your stories take center stage. Receive a detailed character breakdown template to actively build a fully-realized protagonist or antagonist to share with the class. Open to writers of all genres and skill levels. Taught by Writer in Residence Deborah J. Ledford.
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 Teen Artisans:
Beaded Plants
Saturday, February 14
2:00-4:00 PM
Foothills Library
Looking for a creative outlet? Join us every other month for hands-on art projects where teens explore new hobbies through crafting, painting, fiber arts, and more. Registration required. Open to ages 12–18.
This month, we’re making beaded plants that never wilt! Learn wire-beading techniques to shape your own plant and finish it off in one of our pots.
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 Embroidered String Art
Thursday, February 19
6:00 PM-7:30 PM
Main Library
Create your own one-of-a-kind piece of embroidered art. Using thread and needles, we'll transform a blank canvas into a unique piece of string art using a mix of templates. All materials will be provided in this hands-on event for teens ages 12-18.
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 Felt Succulents
Thursday, February 26
6:00 PM-7:30 PM
Glendale Community Center
Get creative and make your own succulent. No watering required! Using felt and simple craft supplies, teens will design and assemble a colorful succulent that looks great on a desk or shelf.
For ages 10 - 18. Registration is required.
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