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Saving Clark Memorial Library Happenings at Clark Memorial Library in Clarkdale, Arizona The following was written when this page was first created, in the summer of 2017.

The library subsequently reopened under YCFLD management on October 19--the library's 90th birthday. The full story is recorded at https://savecml.wordpress.com.
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It was a critical time in the 90-year history of the Clark Memorial Library in Clarkdale, AZ. In February the Community Services Commission recommended the library be closed, and, in spite of community opposition, the Town Council voted not to renew its contract with the Yavapai Library Network. Clark Memorial Library closed June 30. But all was not lost. The director of the County Library District, aware of the community's support, proposed that the county take over library operations and supply a library manager. Town government tentatively agreed to maintain the building as a library. Library supporters formed a non-profit Friends of Clark Memorial Library to raise funds for materials and programs, and to find volunteers to help run the library. We now have hope the library will reopen this fall, with a much brighter future that it had under town management. A huge thanks to the hundreds of residents who have given support to this effort. Had you not made yourselves heard, none of this would be possible. Friends of Clark Memorial Library's 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status was effective as of July 12, 2017. We welcome your donations. Background and regular updates are on the blog at the Save Clark Memorial Library blogsite: https://savecml.wordpress.com. A dedicated library website is in the works at http://ClarkMemorialLibrary.org. Stay tuned for more good news!

10/24/2026

Artist Reception for Jill Brugler -Diane Edie & Joan Pervarnik with Janice Paul on keyboards. Today, noon until 2:30 at the Clarkdale Library. We will also be having Adult Crafternoons. So join us for art , craft, music and treats.

Tasty eats and creepy acts refreshed and entertained a record turnout for Clark Memorial Library's 99th Anniversary Cele...
10/21/2026

Tasty eats and creepy acts refreshed and entertained a record turnout for Clark Memorial Library's 99th Anniversary Celebration and Holloween Party. A big thanks to Bear Schutz for his spirited renditions of scary stories, to the Thriller Dancers who got the crowd howling with delight, and to the folks who creatively impersonated literary characters, all of whom made this an evening to remember.

Happy 99th Birthday Clark Memorial Library! Truly an event worth celebrating...
10/19/2026

Happy 99th Birthday Clark Memorial Library! Truly an event worth celebrating...

Come celebrate the Haunted Library when Clark Memorial Library turns 99 years old on October 20th, 5:30-7:30 pm.

Beautiful creations are on display through October 31 at Clark Memorial Library, 39 N Ninth Street in the Clarkdale Town...
10/12/2026

Beautiful creations are on display through October 31 at Clark Memorial Library, 39 N Ninth Street in the Clarkdale Town Center, from 1 until 5:30 pm Tuesday through Thursday, 10 am until 2:30 pm Friday and Saturday. 928-634-5423.

09/16/2026

See it before it is gone!

09/15/2026

Live Music @ the Clark Wednesday at 2 pm

09/01/2026

Good news: Art in the Clark's 'Portraits' exhibit will continue until the end of Monsoon Season!

One more month of precipitating possibilities.
08/31/2026

One more month of precipitating possibilities.

Experience the Magic of Monsoon Season in Arizona! From thunderous skies to life-giving rains—discover how Arizona’s summer storms shape the desert and how to stay safe in the weather events Monsoon season can bring.

08/30/2026

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Clarkdale, AZ

Opening Hours

Tuesday 1pm - 5:30pm
Wednesday 1pm - 5:30pm
Thursday 1pm - 5:30pm
Friday 10am - 2:30pm
Saturday 10am - 2:30pm

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(928) 634-5423

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