Maricopa County Library, Ed Robson Branch, Offers a Broad Range of Programs

Ed Robson Library offers free programs for people of all ages. For a complete list of offerings, visit www.mcldaz.org/edrobson.

Ed Robson Library is located at 9330 E. Riggs Road, Sun Lakes, AZ 85248, and is open to the public Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

September Events:

Registration is required, and space is limited. Register at www.mcldaz.org/edrobson or call 602-652-3000.

Shrinky Dink Jewelry

Tuesday, Sept. 2, at 10 a.m.

Discover the fun and versatility of creating with that old childhood favorite, Shrinky Dinks! We’ll focus on creating a charm bracelet with this shrinkable medium.

Crafting Together: Pumpkins and Petals: Dried Flower Pumpkins

Thursday, Sept. 4, at 10 a.m.

Get ready for fall with a fall flower pumpkin!

Non-Fiction Book Club: Educated

Saturday, Sept. 6, at 3 p.m.

Join our nonfiction book club to read fascinating biographies or gripping historical accounts. This month, we will be discussing Educated, by Tara Westover. Copies of our next book, The Country of the Blind, by Andrew Leland, will be handed out. Adults.

Recipe Swap

Monday, Sept. 8, at 10 a.m.

Join us once a month to share and swap recipes! Bring your favorite recipes and we will create and pass out copies of it. Participants will be provided with a Robson recipe book where you can add the new recipes you receive.

Spice Trip Around the World (not an in-person program)

Tuesday, Sept. 9

Take a trip around the world with a different spice each month! Register for this program and receive an email when it is ready for you to come to the library to pick up your spice packet with a recipe. If you’d like to receive the information in person, register for our monthly Recipe Swap Program!

Painting Together: Ghost & Black Cat Acrylic Painting

Wednesday, Sept. 10, at 1 p.m.

In this series we will be exploring different painting techniques. Join us to create an acrylic painting of a ghost and his little kitty friend, just in time for the fall spooky season.

Ranger John: Critters in Your Backyard

Saturday, Sept. 13, at 10 a.m.

Learn about the wildlife that quietly lives in our backyards.

Readers’ Rendezvous

Monday, Sept. 15, at 10 a.m.

Join fellow readers monthly to discuss what you love to read, share some recommendations, and leave with new titles to read! This will be a book club-style discussion, but it will not require a title to read.

Writing Workshop: Technology Across Generations

Wednesday, Sept. 17, at 10 a.m.

In this workshop, we will write about technologies that have changed during our lifetime and how those changes have altered our lives. Adults.

Genealogy Workshop

Wednesday, Sept. 17, at 11:30 a.m.

Join Duane Roen every month to learn about the basics of genealogy research. This is a one-on-one consultation with Duane. Please sign up to reserve your spot. Space is limited to four.

Crafting Together: Cross Stitch

Thursday, Sept. 18, at 10 a.m.

You can create something new while you engage with the community, relax, and have fun! Attendees of all skill levels are welcome. Cross Stitch will be a recurring monthly series.

Book Club Is My Alibi-Mystery Book Club: Listen for the Lie

Friday, Sept. 19, at 3 p.m.

Join library staff for our mystery book club. We will discuss Listen for the Lie, by Amy Tintera, and we will hand out copies of our next book, The Boyfriend, by Frieda McFadden.

Joyful Downsizing

Monday, Sept. 22, at 10 a.m.

As a professional downsizer, Kim Kubsch will share her tips and tools for decluttering, downsizing, and organizing the remaining items. She will share ideas on how to simplify your life and how to reduce wasting time looking for things. Adults

Fiction Book Club: By Any Other Name

Choose a date that works for you. Both sessions will discuss the same title.

Tuesday, Sept. 23, at 10 a.m. or Wednesday, Sept. 24, at 3:30 p.m.

Join the library staff in discussing our monthly pick. You can join us on Tuesday morning or Wednesday afternoon, and we will be discussing By Any Other Name, by Jodi Picoult. Copies of our next book, The Women, by Kristin Hannah, will be available at the end of the meeting. Adults.

Ed Robson Film Society: The Trouble With Harry

Thursday, Sept. 25, at 2 p.m.

Join the Ed Robson Film Society where we will watch and discuss creative and enjoyable films from a variety of genres, eras, and cultures. This month’s film is a dark comedy from Alfred Hitchcock: The Trouble with Harry.

Book Break Virtual Author Talks

Friday, Sept. 26, at 2 p.m.

Register now for our free online author talks, which we will stream for you at the library! We will showcase prominent writers and thought leaders covering a diverse array of fiction and nonfiction genres. Each month, attendees will have the opportunity to hear featured authors speak. This month we are featuring New York Times best-selling author Liane Moriarty.

Saturday Concert Series: Heide Riggs, Violinist

Saturday, Sept. 27, at 1 p.m.

Brought to you by the Friends of the Library, our Saturday concert series features classically trained violinist Heide Riggs.

Digital Library Resources

Monday, Sept. 29, at 10 a.m.

Library staff will review the library’s digital resources. We will cover Libby, Hoopla, Kanopy, and Freegal. Feel free to bring your device so we can help you get set up with our digital resources!