Library Services
Tours: A two-week notice is requested for all tours. Call us at (480)350-5522.
School Visits: Librarians will booktalk at schools in the city of Tempe; please request in advance. Call us at (480)350-5522.
Internet Access: The library has a Computer Commons for adult use, computers for teens to use in the Teen Center, youth and child computers in the Youth Library, and access for families with children in our Family Computer Center.
Bibliographies: Recommended book lists are available online and also in the Youth Library.
Circulation Policies: Any Maricopa County resident may obtain a free library card with valid identification and proof of residence. Except where noted, items are checked out for 28 days. Videos and music CDs check out for 7 days. Borrowers may renew items over the telephone (480) 350-5656 as well as on the web. There is a 50-item maximum per card. Please see our complete Circulation Policy for more information.
Some Suggested Websites for Educators
4Teachers.org
Center for Multilingual Multicultural Research
Children's Literature Web Guide
Department of Education
Education Week Teacher
Federal Resources for Academic Excellence
Global School Net
Teachers.net