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Explore this list of local libraries featuring impressive kids' rooms!
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Discover and enjoy Valley libraries featuring fantastic play and learning spaces for children! We compiled a list of libraries featuring play areas, an indoor castle, outdoor spaces, and themed rooms to enhance children's reading experiences.

Remember that Valley libraries offer special programs and activities, so click on each library’s name to stay updated on their latest events.

  • Apache Junction Public Library
    • Address: 1177 N. Idaho Rd. in Apache Junction
    • Hours of operation:
      • Monday - Thursday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
      • Friday - Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
'The Castle' at the Apache Junction Public Library.
'The Castle' at the Apache Junction Public Library.
Other youth play areas at the Apache Junction Public Library.
Other youth play areas at the Apache Junction Public Library.

  • Southeast Regional Library
    • Address: 775 N Greenfield Rd in Gilbert
    • Hours of operation:
      • Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
      • Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
      • Sunday from 1 P.m. to 5 p.m.
Southeast Regional Library playroom area.
Southeast Regional Library playroom area.

  • Georgia T. Lord Library
    • Address: 1900 N. Civic Square in Goodyear
    • Operating hours are:
      • Monday to Thursday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
      • Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
      • Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Inside an area of the Georgia T. Lord Library
Inside an area of the Georgia T. Lord Library
Georgia T. Lord Library
Georgia T. Lord Library

  • Queen Creek Library
    • Address: 21802 S Ellsworth Road in Queen Creek
    • Hours of operation:
      • Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
      • Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
      • Closed on Sundays
A themed area at Queen Creek Library.
A themed area at Queen Creek Library.
Learning and reading areas at the Queen Creek Library.
Learning and reading areas at the Queen Creek Library.

  • Peoria Public Library
    • Address: 8463 W Monroe St in Peoria
    • Hours of operation:
      • Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
      • Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
      • Closed on Sundays
Main Peoria Library
Main Peoria Library
Peoria 'Main' Library has an outdoor area.
Peoria 'Main' Library has an outdoor area.

  • Downtown Chandler Library
    • Address: 22 S Delaware Street in Chandler
    • Hours of operation:
      • Monday- Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
      • Thursday- Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
      • Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Downtown Chandler Public Library play area.
Downtown Chandler Public Library play area.

  • Southeast Regional Library
    • Address: 775 N Greenfield Rd in Gilbert
    • Hours of operation:
      • Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
      • Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
      • Sunday to 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Southeast Regional Library playroom area.
Southeast Regional Library playroom area.

  • Sunset Library
    • Address: 4930 W Ray Road in Chandler
    • Hours of operation:
      •   Monday- Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
      • Thursday- Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
      • Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Inside Sunset Library
Inside Sunset Library

  • Basha Library
    • Address: 5990 S Val Vista Drive in Chandler
    • Hours of operation:
      • Monday- Wednesday from 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
      • Thursday and Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
      • Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
      • Closed on Sundays
Basha Library has reading areas with animal-themed chairs.
Basha Library has reading areas with animal-themed chairs.