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Writer in Residence Consultations

1:00pm–3:00pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 2 (RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Brooke Bessesen as our Writer in Residence from April 15th to July 15th.

Bookmobile Stop: Countryside Park

1:30pm–3:30pm
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Program

Escape the Frame! A Library Adventure

2:00pm–2:45pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for a wildly fun challenge at the library in this escape room type game! The art exhibition is about to open, but there’s a BIG problem—some mischievous animals have escaped from their paintings and are hiding around the room!

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.

Great Arizona Puppet Theater Presents: Jack and the Beanstalk

2:00pm–3:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Great Arizona Puppet Theater is performing Jack and the Beanstalk. 

Disclaimer(s)

Ticketed Event

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

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.

Main Library Parking

If the Main Library parking lot is full when you arrive for this program, please visit downtownmesa.com/explore/parking for more parking options.

HOTspot: Digital Help Desk

2:00pm–3:00pm
Mesa Express Library
Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class, 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.

Computer Basics

2:00pm–3:30pm
Main Library
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 then Computer Basics is the place to start.  This week we will learn the basics of Microsoft Word.

STEAM Team

2:30pm–4:30pm
Red Mountain Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Roadrunner Room (RM)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Computer Class, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Comp-U-Dopt STEAM Team Program is a mystery themed project-based enrichment program that helps students explore how technology is used to solve real world problem

Escape the Frame! A Library Adventure

3:00pm–3:45pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for a wildly fun challenge at the library in this escape room type game! The art exhibition is about to open, but there’s a BIG problem—some mischievous animals have escaped from their paintings and are hiding around the room!

Great Arizona Puppet Theater Presents: Jack and the Beanstalk

3:30pm–4:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Great Arizona Puppet Theater is performing Jack and the Beanstalk. 

Disclaimer(s)

Ticketed Event

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

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.

Main Library Parking

If the Main Library parking lot is full when you arrive for this program, please visit downtownmesa.com/explore/parking for more parking options.

Puzzle Competition

5:45pm–7:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Family
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join the first Tri-City Puzzle Tournament! Mesa Public Library, Chandler Public Library, and Tempe Public Library will compete to see what city has the fastest puzzlers!

Toddlertime

10:00am–10:30am
Main Library
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.

Toddlertime

10:00am–10:30am
Dobson Ranch Library
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program 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.

Toddlertime

10:30am–11:00am
Main Library
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.

Escape the Frame! A Library Adventure

12:00pm–12:45pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for a wildly fun challenge at the library in this escape room type game! The art exhibition is about to open, but there’s a BIG problem—some mischievous animals have escaped from their paintings and are hiding around the room!

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.

Lunch at the Library

12:00pm–1:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, Teen
Program Type: Health
Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Birth-18.

Escape the Frame! A Library Adventure

1:00pm–1:45pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for a wildly fun challenge at the library in this escape room type game! The art exhibition is about to open, but there’s a BIG problem—some mischievous animals have escaped from their paintings and are hiding around the room!

HOTspot Digital Help Desk

2:00pm–3:00pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class

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.

Disclaimer(s)

Library Card

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

Mesa's Bicycle and Pedestrian Program Presents: STEAM at the Library

2:00pm–3:30pm
THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Educational, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this drop-in class, activities are designed to help you learn more about science, technology, engineering, art, mechanics, and SAFETY — the fun way! Each child will leave with items from class and free safety coloring book. Ages 6-12

Ask the Write Questions: Effectively Critiquing Your Fiction Manuscript

4:00pm–5:00pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Roadrunner Room (RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:

Are you working on a novel? This fiction-focused workshop offers tools to help you create age-appropriate drama, believable characters, and improve your settings, plots, and dialog.

Puzzle Competition

5:45pm–7:30pm
Red Mountain Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Family
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join the first Tri-City Puzzle Tournament! Chandler Public Library, Mesa Public Library, and Tempe Public Library will compete to see what city has the fastest puzzlers!

Botanical Bookmarks

6:30pm–7:30pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's make some beautiful botanical bookmarks together.  Supplies are limited and registration is needed.  Ages 18+.

Baby Lapsit

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

Kith and Kin Caregiver Workshop

11:00am–3:00pm
Red Mountain Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult, Family
Program Type: Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Kith & Kin Program, a program of Candelen, is a 10-week series designed for family, friend and neighbor (FFN) caregivers; grandparents, family members, friends, neighbors and unrelated adults that support families with their childcare need

Lunch at the Library

11:30am–12:30pm
THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Health
Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Ages birth-18.

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.