Saving Clark Memorial Library

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!

05/24/2026

Live Music @ the Clark Wednesday May 27th at 2 pm to 3:30 pm.

After admiring Art in the Clark's wonderful "May Flowers" art pieces adorning the library walls, take a peek into the di...
05/23/2026

After admiring Art in the Clark's wonderful "May Flowers" art pieces adorning the library walls, take a peek into the display cases in the entryway. Besides your own reflection, you'll see more pieces by Bear Schutz, Jenny Emminger, Ellen Black, and Ivan Whitehawk. Altogether, the library hosts thirty-six floral creations by eleven artists--an exhibit not to be missed by anyone who appreciates fine art!

These flowers are fleeting, so come see them by May 30 at Clark Memorial Library, 39 N. Ninth Street in the Clarkdale Town Center. 928-634-5323

05/23/2026

Tuesday- Stagecoach Adventures at Clark Memorial Library

05/23/2026

Art in the Clark hosts "May Flowers" Show

05/11/2026

Art in the Clark is proud to present
"May Flowers". The call went out and the community responded! Throughout May the Clarkdale Library is full of local Artist's flower renderings.
Come and enjoy during library hours
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 1-5:30
Friday and Saturday 10-2:30

My Lily Pond
Original Encaustic
By Ardis Harshe

05/07/2026

Live Music @ the Clark Wednesday 2pm

C'mon local artists...put your petals to the mettle and show us your style!
05/04/2026

C'mon local artists...put your petals to the mettle and show us your style!

Artist Open Call, May Flowers @ the Clarkdale Library!

04/25/2026

Open show to go with Summer Reading 2026, looking forward to your pARTicipation!
There is no community without YOU/U!

04/25/2026

Summer Reading at The Clarkdale Library! Hope you have some art to share for more information call the library 928-634-5423.
Artwork by Bear Schutz

Address

Clarkdale, AZ

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

(928) 634-5423

Website

http://clarkmemoriallibrary.org/art, https://ycfld.org/clarkdale

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