Baby Lapsit

9:30am - 10:00am
Dobson Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

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

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.

Baby Lapsit

9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

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

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.

Preschool Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Red Mountain Library
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Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: 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.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program

10:00am - 3:00pm
Red Mountain Library
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Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Roadrunner Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Reference
Event Details:

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax help to people who generally make $60,000 or less, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and limited English-speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their own tax ret

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Red Mountain Library
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Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: 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.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Library Card

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

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.

STEAM at the Library: Slime Science

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

In honor of Black History Month we will be learning about Bettye Washington Greene's work in the chemistry of polymers. Bettye was the first African American woman chemist to work for Dow Chemical.

Computer Basics

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class, Instructional
Event Details:

Pre-requisite: A working knowledge of how to use a computer mouse and keyboard.

Craft-along Movie: Lilo and Stitch

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Red Mountain Library
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Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Celebrate International Friendship Month and watch the movie Lilo & Stitch. Get crafty at the same time by creating a surfboard design bookmark. Ages 8-12. Supplies are limited. 

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.

Dungeons & Dragons®

3:00pm - 5:00pm
THINKspot at Main
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Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Learn and play Dungeons & Dragons®  with an experienced player.  Already know how to play? Come in and use the space to lead your own campaign. New players are welcome. 

Ages 10-18.

Writer in Residence Consultations

4:30pm - 6:30pm
Red Mountain Library
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Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 1 (RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Educational, Writing
Event Details:

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Kelli Donley-Williams as our Writer in Residence from February through April.

Craft Night: Yarn Wall Hangings

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Dobson Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Event Details:

Try your hand at a low-stakes craft night. This month we'll be making yarn wall hangings.

Ages 14+

For the Thrill of Quill

6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Required
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Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Entertainment, Sustainability
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Event Details:

Learn this amazing paper spinning technique that blends strips of recycled paper and creativity. Turn your design into a card or a piece of recycled art for your wall. We'll provide instructions and supplies, you bring the imagination.

This program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in our community, and address the negative outcomes of a changing climate.

Learn about the Library’s sustainability efforts
Get tips on living green