Join us for a special Meet the Author  event featuring Arizona’s beloved balladeer, Dolan Ellis , as he shares stories from his remarkable life and discusses his newest book, Adventures of a Balladeer . For decades, Dolan Ellis has helped preserve the spirit and stories of Arizona through music and storytelling. Known for his warm stage presence and deep love of the Southwest, he has spent a lifetime collecting and performing songs that capture the history, culture, and chara

See’s Candies taste even better when they’re paired with a great cause 🌼 Every purchase helps us get one step closer to reaching our goal of $1000 for FSPL.

On March 2, 2026 The Friends of Scottsdale Public Library officially became a Blue Zones Scottsdale Project ‘Participating Organization’ . Special thanks go to our committee members: Sara Johnson, MD, and Douglas Sydnor, FAIA for their work towards this important achievement.

COME ENJOY SCOOPS OF YOUR FAVORITE FLAVORS. 25% OF YOUR PURCHASE WILL BE DONATED BACK TO FRIENDS OF THE SCOTTSDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY! JENI’S OLD TOWN SCOTTSDALE 7051 E. 5th Ave Second Wednesday of Each Month 3:00PM-6:00 PM February 11, 2026 March 11, 2026 April 8, 2026 May 13, 2026

Please consider participating in one of several December fundraisers for Friends of the Scottsdale Public Library

Show the Friends flyer when you order on Thursday, May 18

Friends will receive 20 percent of orders placed via Chick-fil-A mobile app

Friends will receive 20 percent of food sales at Desert Ridge location

Help us sell 100 dozens during November

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