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ESL Conversation Class

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Cancelled
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Board Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational

Learn English and meet new friends! Practice basic English listening and speaking skills while learning about American culture. Please bring a notebook and pencil. Ages 18+.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group.

ESL Conversation Class

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 3 (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:
Adult non-native speakers are welcome--no need to register. ...

Learn English and meet new friends! Practice basic English listening and speaking skills while learning about American culture. Please bring a notebook and pencil. Ages 18+.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group.

Sewing Machine Basics

1:30pm - 4:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft, Instructional
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Learn the basics of using the library's Brother CS6000i sewing machines. Once we learn how to thread the needle and wind a bobbin, we will practice sewing straight stitches and make a very simple sewing project. This is a beginner's class for adul...
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group.
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:
Learn the basics of meditation with simple yet powerful techniques that will help you deal with stress wherever you are. We will be seated in chairs, so you do not need a mat.  You may wish to bring a pillow to support your back. ...
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group.

One Stitch at a Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:
Crocheting on your own is fun, but it's always better to crochet together.  Come hangout with us at this relaxed and social crochet circle.  All levels are welcome and instructor led lessons will be available to absolute beginners.  Ma...
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group.
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Groups
Event Details:
Join this community group in discussing mostly general fiction titles.  February 7 Karolina's Twins – Ronald H. Balson (306p)* March 7 Travels With Charley – John Steinbeck (210p) (Nonfiction: 813...
This event is in the "Main Library" group.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:
In honor of National Dinosaur Month, join Dr. Robert McCord of the Arizona Museum of Natural History for a fascinating presentation on Arizona during the Late Cretaceous period. keyword: dinosaurs ...
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group.

Glowforge Training

1:30pm - 4:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Let's learn the basics of using the Glowforge laser printer and for your first project each participant will have the opportunity to engrave a pencil. Prerequisites for this class:  All participants must  be able to independently operate...
This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Computer Basics

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class, Educational
Event Details:
Pre-requisite: A working knowledge of how to use a computer mouse and keyboard. If you are new to the computer or just want to know more about how it works then Computer Basics is the place to start.  This week we will learn the basics of Mic...
This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group.
Registration
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Every month we will create awesome projects using all sorts of iPad graphic design apps. Learn vector graphics, raster graphics, pixel graphics, animation, and how to take your own work to the next level.  It’s time to learn how to unlock your c...
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group.
Library Branch: Red Mountain 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.

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

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group.
Registration
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Begin your crafting journey with this evening adult program each month. All skills are welcome to explore their artistic side in making a variety of crafts. This month's program we will freestyle paint on canvas.  No instructions, just your o...
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group.

Adult Coloring Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Lobby (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:
Relax and color your stress away. Coloring pages and colored pencils, markers, and crayons will be provided, or you may bring your own. In the area in front of THINKspot at RM. ...
This event is in the "Main Library" group.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class
Event Details:
Measure your digital skills and use interactive training to build your tech knowledge in areas such as email, Microsoft Office software, social media, and using the Internet. You will be able to work individually at your own pace on the areas you wan...
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group.
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:
This one-hour program explores the history and evolution of the Native American style flute. Larry and Vickie of Song-Within (www.song-within.com) will also perform a number of selections that showcase the versatility of this modern instrument that h...
This event is in the "Main Library" group.

ESL Conversation Class

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Board Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational

Learn English and meet new friends! Practice basic English listening and speaking skills while learning about American culture. Please bring a notebook and pencil. Ages 18+.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group.

ESL Conversation Class

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 3 (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:
Adult non-native speakers are welcome--no need to register. ...

Learn English and meet new friends! Practice basic English listening and speaking skills while learning about American culture. Please bring a notebook and pencil. Ages 18+.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group.
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Special Program
Event Details:
Come join us for a lecture on eclipses, what makes them possible, and safety measures to take when viewing the upcoming eclipse presented by Ad Astra Stargazing. Eclipse glasses will be distributed after the program.  ...
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group.
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft, Instructional
Event Details:
Want to learn about Machine Embroidery ?  Take a look at THINKspot's New Brother SE1900 Embroidery Machine. During this demonstration you will learn about machine embroidery, plus the ins and outs of how to use our machine. Registration is no...
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group.
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Groups
Event Details:
Join this community group in discussing mostly general fiction titles. February 13 Manhattan Beach – Jennifer Egan (438p)* March 13 Before the Fall – Noah Hawley (391p)* April 10 The D...
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group.

One Stitch at a Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:
Crocheting on your own is fun, but it's always better to crochet together.  Come hangout with us at this relaxed and social crochet circle.  All levels are welcome and instructor led lessons will be available to absolute beginners.  Ma...
This event is in the "Main Library" group.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) presents their engaging presentation "Ending the Silence". This is a 1-hour presentation for adults with middle or high school aged youth that includes warning signs, facts and statistics, how to ta...
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group.
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Event Details:
Discover how DNA can be used to determine how closely related two people are. Ken Waters, genealogist, will explain centiMorgans and what they mean.  ...
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group.
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, STEAM
Event Details:
A physicist and local astronomy fan will discuss the upcoming solar eclipse and general eclipse science and history. We will also have ideas for engaging young people with the eclipse event and information on safe viewing. ...