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Math Tutoring for Teens

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 1 (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. Bring your homework, your tests, your notes, everything you need to work on...

Computer Basics

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes, Instructional
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 continue to learn the b...

Laser-Cut & Wood-Burned Jewelry - Teens

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:
Feeling creative and crafty? Join us in THINKspot as we burn designs with a wood burner and then cut them out with our Glowforge to make jewelry. This program is for teens between the ages of 12-18. Registration is required and spots are limited. ...

Graphic Design Studio

6:00pm - 7:30pm
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...

HOTspot Digital Help Desk

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes, Instructional

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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Library Card

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

Sew a Pin Cushion

1:30pm - 4:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
In this class, we will be sewing a Pin Cushion. This project is for beginning sewers and beyond. Prerequisites: basic sewing knowledge, including general knowledge of how to operate THINKspot's Brother CS6000i sewing machines. We will not be ...

HOTspot Digital Help Desk

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Board Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional

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.

Introduction to Microsoft Excel

10:00am - 12:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes, Instructional
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:
Learn the foundations of Microsoft Excel - including how to create, edit, and format data in a spreadsheet. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class Prerequisite

Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.

Math Tutoring for Teens

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 1 (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. Bring your homework, your tests, your notes, everything you need to work on...

Vinyl Cutting with the Cameo

1:30pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Event Details:
This months class is all about the Vinyl ! Learn about the Cameo Vinyl Cutter and the free Silhouette Studio Software that you can use to create designs to cut out. Once you have  completed this workshop, you can take our quick online Niche Acad...

Computer Basics

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes, Instructional
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 continue to learn the b...

Laser-Cut & Wood-Burned Jewelry - Adults

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Feeling creative and crafty? Join us in THINKspot as we burn designs with a wood burner and then cut them out with our Glowforge to make Jewelry. This program is for Adults 18 and above. Registration is required and spots are limited.   ...

HOTspot Digital Help Desk

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes, Instructional

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.

Intermediate/Advanced Excel

10:00am - 12:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes, Instructional
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:
Learn how to sort, filter, freeze panes, conduct basic math, and create charts. Then learn advanced Excel topics like how to create pivot tables, how to use multiple spreadsheets, and how to use absolute references, vlookup, and other techniques...

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class Prerequisite

Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.

Math Tutoring for Teens

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 1 (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. Bring your homework, your tests, your notes, everything you need to work on...

Computer Basics

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes, Instructional
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 continue to learn the b...

Craft Night: Yarn Wall Hangings

6:00pm - 7:30pm
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+ ...

HOTspot Digital Help Desk

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Classes, Instructional

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.

Teen Time: Vinyl Stickers

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Instructional
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Use our new Thinkspot space to make stickers for your water bottle on our vinyl cutter. Teen Time is a chance for teens to hang out, create, play and learn with a different topic each time. ...

HOTspot Digital Help Desk

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Board Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional

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.

Math Tutoring for Teens

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 1 (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. Bring your homework, your tests, your notes, everything you need to work on...

STEAM for Tweens: Mad Scientist Challenge

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Instructional, Sustainability
Event Details:
Stretch your imagination using science! Each month we'll do hands-on activities in science, technology, engineering, art, or math. Ages 8-12. This month you get to become a mad scientist! Try your hand at mixing all sorts of concoctions  ...

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.

Let's Play with Paper

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Event Details:
Let's play with Paper - the 3rd Tuesday of each month this month's craft will be Paper Flowers. ...

Vinyl Stickers for Adults

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Explore Thinkspot's creative options and learn to make stickers for your laptop or water bottle on our vinyl cutter. ...