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Story School with Make Way for Books

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Educational, Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Family
Event Details:

Story School is a bilingual, two-generation program where children and parents learn together twice a week for 11 sessions. Children are immersed in books and literacy activit...

Required
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Early Childhood, Family
Program Type: Educational, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Story School is a bilingual, two-generation program where children and parents learn together twice a week for 11 sessions.

Teacher at blackboard, writing out math equations.

Math Tutoring for Teens

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Study Room 3 (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Instructional
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

If your math homework gives you a headache, former math teacher Mr. Rogowski can help by showing you how to solve problems and proofs during the library's math lab for teens. Bring...

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 3 (RM)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Instructional
Event Details:

If your math homework gives you a headache, former math teacher Mr. Rogowski can help by showing you how to solve problems and proofs during the library's math lab for teens.

Art supplies and paint brushes

Craft-ish: Straw Weaving

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Craft, Sustainability
Age Group:
Tween
Event Details:

Learn how to weave a bracelet using straws.Supplies are limited

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Craft, Sustainability
Event Details:

Learn how to weave a bracelet using straws.

Supplies are limited

Let's Eat! for Adults

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Educational, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

To allow others the opportunity to participate, please register for only one of the two Let's Eat! for Adults programs.Join us on a delicious journey as we explore the art of cooki...

Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

To allow others the opportunity to participate, please register for only one of the two Let's Eat! for Adults programs.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Toddler holding a book

Baby Lapsit

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Baby Lapsit:

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

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.

Toddler holding a book

Baby Lapsit

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Early Childhood
Baby Lapsit:

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

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.

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.

Group of preschool aged children clapping.

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Preschool 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.

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)

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.

Morning Crafts

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Discover your creative side every Wednesday. Explore new and easy projects with other crafters. Let's make something beautiful!

Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Discover your creative side every Wednesday. Explore new and easy projects with other crafters. Let's make something beautiful!

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance logo in green and white.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:30pm
Roadrunner Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax help to people who generally make $67,000 or less, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and limited English-sp...

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Roadrunner Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Special Program
Event Details:

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax help to people who generally make $67,000 or less, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and limited English-speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their own tax ret

Group of preschool aged children clapping.

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Preschool 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.

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)

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.

LINC (Legal Information and Navigation Clinic)

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Looking for legal information? The Legal Information and Navigation Clinic offers free, walk-in English and Spanish speaking court-forms assistance.  Forms include d...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Looking for legal information?

Man balancing ipad on his knee

HOTspot Digital Help Desk

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mesa Express Library
Program Type:
Reference
Age Group:
Adult
The HOTspot Digital Help Desk:

Curious about downloading ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more from the library with your laptop, mobile device, or ereader? Drop in during these sessions for one-on-one assi...

Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Reference

Curious about downloading ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more from the library with your laptop, mobile device, or ereader? Drop in during these sessions for one-on-one assistance on a first-come, first-served basis.

Teen wearing pink converse

Kids' Kitchen

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Educational, Entertainment
Age Group:
Tween
Event Details:

Join us in the kitchen to create fun, interesting, and tasty treats.  This month we will be whipping up ice cream.  Ages 6-12.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Educational, Entertainment
Event Details:

Join us in the kitchen to create fun, interesting, and tasty treats.  This month we will be whipping up ice cream.  Ages 6-12.

Sewing - Stuffed Teddy Bears for Adults

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Educational, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Brother sewing machines by creating your own sewing project. Instruction and materials are provided.  This month we will be making a stuffed bear.

Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Brother sewing machines by creating your own sewing project. Instruction and materials are provided. 

 

This month we will be making a stuffed bear.

Aromatherapy Bracelets

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Make a traditional beaded bracelet with a twist that includes your favorite essential oil. All materials will be provided. Come prepared to converse and create.Volunteers Cindy and...

Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Craft
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Make a traditional beaded bracelet with a twist that includes your favorite essential oil. All materials will be provided. Come prepared to converse and create.

Group of preschool aged children clapping.

Toddlertime

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Toddlertime:

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

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

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

Toddler holding a book

Toddlertime

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance logo in green and white.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:30pm
Roadrunner Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax help to people who generally make $67,000 or less, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and limited English-sp...

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Roadrunner Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Special Program
Event Details:

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax help to people who generally make $67,000 or less, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and limited English-speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their own tax ret

Toddler holding a book

Toddlertime

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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

Xeriscaping in Arizona

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mesa Express Library
Program Type:
Instructional, Sustainability
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Join the City of Mesa's Enivronmental Management and Sustainability on Xeriscaping with plants that are found in Arizona. 

Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional, Sustainability
Event Details:

Join the City of Mesa's Enivronmental Management and Sustainability on Xeriscaping with plants that are found in Arizona. 

Disclaimer(s)

MEL Programs

All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors. 

Make Way for Books logo

Story School with Make Way for Books

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Educational, Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Family
Event Details:

Story School is a bilingual, two-generation program where children and parents learn together twice a week for 11 sessions. Children are immersed in books and literacy activit...

Required
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Early Childhood, Family
Program Type: Educational, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Story School is a bilingual, two-generation program where children and parents learn together twice a week for 11 sessions.

woodblock

Glowforge Woodblock Prints

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Use the Glowforge to carve your own designs into wood block prints and make prints for your friends, family, or portfolio.  Supplies provided.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Use the Glowforge to carve your own designs into wood block prints and make prints for your friends, family, or portfolio.  Supplies provided.

Let's Eat! for Adults

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Educational, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

To allow others the opportunity to participate, please register for only one of the two Let's Eat! for Adults programs.Join us on a delicious journey as we explore the art of cooki...

Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

To allow others the opportunity to participate, please register for only one of the two Let's Eat! for Adults programs.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Still Life Drawing

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft, STEAM
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Practice your drawing skills using still life objects during this open studio time in THINKspot at Red Mountain. Materials will be provided. Ages 18+.

Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Practice your drawing skills using still life objects during this open studio time in THINKspot at Red Mountain. Materials will be provided. Ages 18+.