Week Calendar

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement for children ages 16-36 months.

Baby Lapsit introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies ages birth to 16 months.

Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this kindergarten readiness storytime.

Baby Lapsit introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies ages birth to 16 months.

The first fifty minutes of class will be suitable for beginners. The latter half of the class will be for advancing students.

For infants and young children, playing is learning. Join us after Baby Lapsit for games, toys and activities that foster critical early literacy skills. Ages 0-4 years.

Want to learn how to download eBooks, movies, music, magazines and more to your laptop, tablet or eReader? Stop by our Digital Help Desk.

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement for children ages 16-36 months.

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement for children ages 16-36 months.

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

Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this kindergarten readiness storytime.

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement for children ages 16-36 months.

From June to August, the Mesa Public Library is hosting short story and fiction writer Marylee MacDonald as its Writer in Residence.

Come try early literacy apps on the library's iPads. For children ages 3-5 and their parents and caregivers. Space is limited, a ticket is required for each child using an iPad.

Using an Android tablet, Kindle Fire, or smartphone, discover how to change settings, move icons, put your machine to sleep or turn it off, and connect to Wifi.

Lions Club representatives are available to help you select free reading glasses, non-prescription sunglasses, and glasses cases. They will also accept donations of eyewear and cellphones.

Kinder Prep Pre-literacy workshop is an adult/child, interactive 3-part series for parents or caregivers with children ages three to five years old.

Join us for a rollicking good time! Children will enjoy dancing, action filled songs, and rhymes. Geared toward children ages 2-5 years.

Set aside time to concentrate and write. Bring your writing tools and come ready to work alongside fellow writers. Come to one session or them all! Individual consultation appointments are available prior to each power writing workshop.

Kids and teens (ages 0-18), join us for lunch at the library. Fuel up with healthy food and learn a thing or two!Meals must be eaten on site, so have a seat and enjoy an activity provided by the library.

Kids and teens (ages 0-18), join us for lunch at the library. Fuel up with healthy food and learn a thing or two!Meals must be eaten on site, so have a seat and enjoy an activity provided by the library.

Come and experience the latest trend in relaxation, coloring! Coloring pages designed especially for adults and children as well as crayons will be provided or you may bring your own.

Through active, hands-on learning, kids explore the role of science, technology, engineering, and math in sports. Presented by the Arizona Science Center.

From June to August, the Mesa Public Library is hosting fiction author and writing coach Marylee MacDonald as its Writer in Residence.

Through active, hands-on learning, kids explore the role of science, technology, engineering, and math in sports. Presented by the Arizona Science Center.

Hang out weekly with fellow crafters. Bring whatever you're working on and share or even teach it to others. Craft ideas and supplies will be provided but feel free to bring your own. For ages 12-17.

Kids and teens (ages 0-18), join us for lunch at the library. Fuel up with healthy food and learn a thing or two!Meals must be eaten on site, so have a seat and enjoy an activity provided by the library.

Want to learn how to download eBooks, movies, music, magazines and more to your laptop, tablet or eReader? Stop by our Digital Help Desk.

Want to learn how to download eBooks, movies, music, magazines and more to your laptop, tablet or eReader? Stop by our Digital Help Desk.

Each participant designs and prepares their own artwork and then prints a one-of-a-kind T-shirt using the Silkscreen Printing art form.
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Want to learn how to download ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more to your laptop, tablet, or e-reader? Stop by the HOTspot table at the Dobson Library!

Crafts and games the whole family will enjoy.

Want to learn how to download ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more to your laptop, tablet, or e-reader? Stop by the HOTspot!Please have these things with you:
-Devices (this could be your tablet, laptop, smartphone)

Play board and Wii games the 2nd Saturday of each month. The entire family can get their game on!
Held in the Program Room

Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO. You can build based on the monthly theme or get inventive and construct a unique design. LEGO and DUPLO blocks will be provided.

We regret that this session has been canceled.

Whether you are a beginning or more advanced writer, this workshop will connect you with other wordsmiths. Writer in Residence, Marylee MacDonald will begin each session with a writing prompt and 20 minutes of free-writing.

From June to August, the Mesa Public Library is hosting short story and fiction writer Marylee MacDonald as its Writer in Residence.

Attend this four-part series reviewing the United States Citizenship Test. Whether you want an idea of what it entails, are in the middle of the process or simply enjoy American history, this series is open to all.

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. Learn the parts of a computer and how to use a mouse and keyboard.

Ever wanted to learn how to code? Join us and learn to how to make computer games and websites! No computer or coding experience needed. Absolute beginners are most welcome! Come have fun with us while you gain awesome skills. Grades 3-6.

Can't make it to storytime during the day? Join us for songs and stories before bedtime. The whole family is welcome at this special evening event. Ages 0-5.

Relax and color your stress away. Coloring pages designed especially for adults and colored pencils will be provided or you may bring your own. Join us the first Thursday of each month 6:00–7:30pm. Adults only, please.

Discover the fun of creating imaginary worlds. Writer in Residence Marylee MacDonald will teach you how to borrow the story structure of fairy tales and write modern fairy tales of your own.

Participate in a painting party and create your own take-home galaxy masterpiece. No experience is necessary, and all materials will be provided. Registration is required due to limited supplies.