Friends of the Tempe Public Library

Friends of the Tempe Public Library Our mission is to promote and support the Tempe Public Library’s rich resources in order to encourage lifelong learning and facilitate community involvement.

We run the Bookstore and Connections Cafe inside Tempe Public Library. Promote a setting where a diversity of individuals, families and businesses can gain knowledge using the librarys' rich resources to support and encourage lifelong learning and community involvement.

It's time for another raffle - and it's going to be Spooky Fun!
10/07/2026

It's time for another raffle - and it's going to be Spooky Fun!

What happened to Fall?
10/04/2026

What happened to Fall?

Booo Books for sale!
09/27/2026

Booo Books for sale!

09/21/2026

Tell us in the comments, what’s your favorite (or least favorite) book to movie adaptation? 🍿📖

Just the facts, Mam!
09/20/2026

Just the facts, Mam!

We love seeing familiar faces at the counter, and this week we have a great excuse to stop in and say hello!​Through the...
09/20/2026

We love seeing familiar faces at the counter, and this week we have a great excuse to stop in and say hello!

​Through the end of the week, take advantage of our Buy 1, Get 1 FREE sale on all General History, Biography, and Memoirs. You can mix and match to find your next favorite reads while supporting the library.

​Stop by the Friends Bookstore, chat with our wonderful team, and browse the shelves before the sale wraps up. 📖

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We tumbled right down the rabbit hole today at the Tempe Public Library! 🐇🎩 ​A massive thank you to everyone who joined ...
09/19/2026

We tumbled right down the rabbit hole today at the Tempe Public Library! 🐇🎩

​A massive thank you to everyone who joined us for our 2nd annual "On the Same Page" literacy event. It was an absolutely magical afternoon filled with engaging activities, games, and a whole lot of book fun for all ages.

​We host events like this all year long, so keep an eye on our calendar and join us next time! ✨📚

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The sign says open, and the espresso machine is calling! ☕✨​Whether you’re settling in for a long study session, browsin...
09/18/2026

The sign says open, and the espresso machine is calling! ☕✨

​Whether you’re settling in for a long study session, browsing for your next weekend read, or just taking a well-deserved breather, your study break starts at Connections Cafe. Grab your go-to iced latte, warm drip coffee, or a refreshing iced tea—and maybe a fresh pastry or cookie to pair with it.

​Nothing fuels a library day quite like good books and great drinks. Stop by, say hello, and let us make your favorite beverage today! 📚🥐

​Drop your go-to café order in the comments! 👇

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It's never to late to read about History!
09/13/2026

It's never to late to read about History!

Address

3500 S Rural Road
Tempe, AZ
85282

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 4pm
Thursday 9:30am - 4pm
Friday 9:30am - 4pm
Saturday 9:30am - 4pm
Sunday 1pm - 4pm

Telephone

(480) 350-5599

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