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Teen Culture Collective

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Book Groups
Event Details:
Are you reading a book you just have to share? Watching a show you need someone to talk to about or interested in a movie or documentary? Then Teen Culture Collective is the place for you. Stop by the Program Room to meet and hang out while discussin...

Machine: Impossible

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Educational, STEAM
Event Details:
Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to create a machine that can solve a problem and maybe even save the world. This program will self-destruct in 60 minutes. This program is for ages 8-12. This program is limited to the first 10 part...

Writer in Residence Consultations

4:30pm - 6:30pm
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. Kelli is an author and a member of the Virginia G. Piper Center for Creative Writing...

Craft Night: Bubble Print Cards

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:
Try your hand at a low-stakes craft night. This month we'll be making bubble print cards. Ages 14+ ...

Toddlertime

10:00am - 10:30am
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 non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

Toddlertime

10:00am - 10:30am
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)

IBCCES Autism Certified

The Dobson Ranch Library is IBCCES Autism Certified. IBCCES trains/certifies organizations to better serve individuals with cognitive disorders. These ideals are incorporated at all Dobson Ranch Library programs. If you have any concerns or need to request specific accommodations for you or your child, please contact us.

Parenting Workshop: First Five Years™

10:00am - 11:30am
Registration
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:
This 4-session series will help you nurture your child with a just right combination of freedom and positive discipline. Participate in First Five Years™ and learn about: child brain development, preventing tantrums and other challenges, calming tech...

Toddlertime

10:30am - 11:00am
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 non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

HOTspot Digital Help Desk

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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.

Disclaimer(s)

Library Card

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

Craf-TEEN

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Zone (MN)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Craft, Sustainability
Event Details:
This isn't your ordinary craft program. Learn how to transform everyday items into works of art.  This month we will be taking old book pages and turning them into a wreath.  Supplies are limited. Ages 12-18  ...

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

EVCT Bravo Musical Theatre Troupe presents: Broadway Headliners

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Entertainment, Special Program
Event Details:
Enjoy a collection of Broadway musical numbers by the Bravo Musical Theatre Troupe from the East Valley Children’s Theatre.       ...

Literacy thru Drama with Mesa Arts Center

10:00am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:
Bring picture books to life by going on an imaginative adventure in this drama focused storytime. Children will deepen early literacy skills as they explore magical worlds, problem-solve, and become characters in the story. This month take to the ...

Calm Café

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Zone (MN)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Entertainment, Games
Event Details:
Take a break from your studies and relax with an hour of mindful play. At the Calm Café, teens can play with LEGO® sets, break out a board game, or color to their heart's content.   ...

Design Time Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:
This storytime introduces the creative process of art and design to families through songs, stories, games and interactive plugged and unplugged activities. Ages 3-6 ...

Mo Willems Party

10:00am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:
Come join us to celebrate beloved children's author, Mo Willems by doing Elephant and Piggie and Pigeon themed crafts and reading stories. Ages 3-5. ...

What to Say?

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Educational, Writing
Event Details:
Kelli Donley-Wiliams will teach you how to capture your audience with strong dialogue. 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 Apri...

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+.

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+.

Buying Your First House

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:
While buying your first house is exciting and something to be proud of, it can be a confusing and complicated process that can leave you feeling intimidated. By attending this first-time home buyer seminar you can alleviate some of the anxiety that c...

How to be a Citizen Scientist with Sci-Starter

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Educational, Sustainability
Event Details:
Find out how to help real scientists do their research with Citizen Science. Our Sci-Starter presenter will teach us how to use the tools in the Observing Pollinators Kit to collect data on bees! Ages 8-12 ...

Teen Advisory Board

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Entertainment, Sustainability
Event Details:
This month we'll be upcycling found items and recycled materials to make mobiles and windchimes. Teen Advisory Board (TAB) members meet monthly to focus on what the library can do for teens and what teens can do for the library by brainstorming pr...

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

Machine: Impossible

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Educational, STEAM
Event Details:
Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to create a machine that can solve a problem and maybe even save the world. This program will self-destruct in 60 minutes. This program is for ages 8-12. This program is limited to the first 10 part...

Toddlertime

9:30am - 10:00am
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
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 non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

Ticketed Event

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

Toddlertime

10:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

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

Disclaimer(s)

No non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

Ticketed Event

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