Preschool Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Mesa Express Library
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Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this storytime designed to get children ready for kindergarten. Ages 3-5.

Baby Lapsit

10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

Baby Lapsit introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies. Birth-16 months.

Toddlertime

10:30am - 11:00am
Dobson Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months.

Computer and Internet Basics

10:30am - 12:30pm
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Computer and Internet Basics
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class, Instructional
Event Details:

If you are new to using computers and the internet and want to build basic skills, this class is for you. Join us and practice using a mouse and keyboard, navigating between websites, and searching for information online.

Teen Marvel Movie Marathon

10:30am - 6:30pm
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Zone (MN)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Prepare for a power packed day of Marvel Movies complete with snacks and DIY comic book crafts.

3D Digital Design

1:00pm - 2:00pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
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Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: 3D Digital Design
Age Group: Children, Teen
Event Details:

Want to build a castle or create your own magic wand? The library has the tools for you. Learn how to create 3D designs in Tinkercad and watch your idea come to life with our 3D Printers!

Jungle Jill's Animal Encounters

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Red Mountain Library
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Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Jungle Jill brings live, exotic, and domestic animals to you for an interactive and unforgettable experience.  Kids will get a special opportunity to see live animals up close and personal while learning about them at the same time.

Disclaimer(s)

No Large Groups

Please note we cannot accommodate large groups at this event. If you have a large group, please email us at mploutreach@mesaaz.gov and we will be happy to discuss alternate arrangements.

Ticketed Event

Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.

Teen Paint "Night"

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Instructional
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Participants will be lead through a Happy Little Trees painting on a 8×10 canvas board by an instructor. Instructors will assist throughout the event, leading with step-by-step instructions.

The HOTspot Digital Help Desk

2:00pm - 3:00pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
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Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Reference
Event Details:

Learn how to download ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more to your laptop, tablet, or e-reader from our Digital Help Desk support team. Please have these things with you:

Disclaimer(s)

Library Card

Participants will need an active Mesa Public Library card and 4-digit PIN.

Writer in Residence Consultation Hours

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Board Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional, Writing
Event Details:

From April through June, the Mesa Public Library is hosting freelance writer, editor, and writing coach Susan Pohlman as its very own Writer in Residence.

Bicycle Basics for Kids

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Instructional
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Bicycle riding is a blast, and it's even more fun when riders are safe! Each participant in this safety class will receive a bike helmet fitted specifically to their head. Ages 5-11. 

Code Commanders

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Dobson Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Computer Class, Instructional, Code Clubs, Code Clubs

Code Commanders is a weekly series that challenges and builds its young users' understanding of how coding works. Ages 8-12.

Adult Coloring Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
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Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Relax and color your stress away. Coloring pages designed especially for adults and colored pencils will be provided or you may bring your own.

How to Write a Compelling Scene

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Well-written scenes can imprint themselves upon our souls forever. They make us laugh, cry, or root for the hero. Scene is the element of craft that captures the heart of the reader.