February at Your Library: Resources for Aging Adults, Sports, Reading Arizona and more!

NEWS & EVENTS

February 2026

Lifelong Learning

Your MCLD library card now gives you free access to GetSetUp, a video platform focused on confidence and connection, for adults aged 55+. Join friendly, online classes that fit real life: Nutrition for Active Living, Better Sleep, Healthier You, Express Yourself Through Art, Preventing Frauds & Scams, and many more!

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High Interest, Low Reading Level

Enjoy reading again with our Hi-Lo Book collection! From picture books to novels with clear, easy-to-follow language, and exciting plots, these books are designed to keep aging readers engaged and confident.

Browse Hi-Lo Books

Lock In for a Big Month of Sports!

Sports and your MCLD library card? You couldn't ask for a better matchup! With the winter games and the big game coming up this month, February is the perfect time to follow the action, learn the stories behind the athletes, and access sports content from around the world!

• Browse Libby's Sports & Recreation eBooks and audiobooks - featuring popular titles like The Boys in the Boat and Andre Agassi's Open.

• Access sports magazines from all over the world with PressReader! Read Sports Illustrated Kids, Runner's World, Beckett Hockey, and more.

• Does the season have you looking to break into the exciting world of sports analytics? Start your journey with LinkedIn Learning!

• New to fitness or getting back into a routine? GetSetUp's Fitness Fresh Start series is a gentle, encouraging way to move more and feel better - no experience needed.

• Binge sports documentaries and movies, or follow yoga and pilates tutorials on Kanopy. Install the app on your smart TV to watch on the big screen!

• Score big points with the kids in your life! Check out sports-themed education resources, worksheets, and games from Scholastic Teachables!

Closed Presidents Day

Our libraries will be closed on Monday, February 16 in recognition of Presidents Day.

Our Digital Library is always open! Read, stream and listen 24/7 with your library card!

Locations and Hours

Winter Reading Ends
February 15

Our Winter Reading Program for Adults wraps up soon! Don't forget to log your reading minutes for a chance to win the remaining prize drawings and help us reach our Community Reading Goal!

Winter Reading

Reading Arizona on Libby

This collection of eBooks and audiobooks from Arizonan authors, or about Arizona topics and themes, has moved to Libby! From biographies, history, travel, fiction, and children's books - explore the many stories of our state from your phone or smart device. Sign in with your MCLD library card info!

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Queen Creek Library's Fan Fair is six weeks away! Mark your calendars for Wednesday, March 18, and join us for a whole day of fandom fun!

• Sign up for our Cosplay Contest at our Information Table throughout the event!

• Have a monstrously fun time at our Wacky Science performance by New Zealand magician Graham Rogers!

• Take a journey to some of Arizona's most chilling sites in our PG13 True Crime: Murder & Mysteries presentation!

• Learn a dance routine in our KPOP Dance Workshop in the afternoon!

• Learn some tips and tricks for Embellishing your Cosplay to take things to the next level!

• Help us put on our third annual Fan Fair! Apply now to help with setting up, tearing down, and running our info table.

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Tax Resources

Tax Season is upon us! Need help getting started on your taxes? Check out our list of helpful resources! The deadline to submit your income tax is Wednesday, April 15.

Tax Resources

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