America 250
MCLD is proud to join communities across the nation in celebrating America’s semiquincentennial, also known as the 250th anniversary of our founding!
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Many of libraries are offering free programs and events to celebrate this momentous moment for our nation.
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Participating in Maricopa County Reads this summer? Check out one of our America 250 challenges and score some extra bonus points!
Starting in July, stop by your MCLD library for a commemorative bookmark, sticker, and a limited-edition America 250 library card, featuring a patriotic design with a touch of the spirit of Arizona. Quantities are limited and are available first-come, first-served, so be sure to grab yours before they’re gone!
From an essay contest to patriotic pets, Maricopa County departments are offering a variety of ways to participate in America 250 celebrations.
Digital Library Resources
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Browse over 150 years of New York Times journalism, as it originally appeared.
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Check out our Newspapers page to learn more about accessing the NYT free with your library card!
- Up-to-date reference information for kids, students, and adults of all ages.
- Articles, primary source collections, educator tools, student activities, pictures, audio, and video.
- Information on hundreds of the most significant people, events, and topics in U.S. history from a variety of sources.
- Research biographies of famous Americans throughout our history with supporting videos, audio, and photos.
- Find overviews, news, and opinions on hundreds of today's important issues.
- Access general interest magazines and key serials to explore a broad range of topics including news and current events and history.