Week Calendar

This unique program is aligned with Arizona's early literacy and school readiness guidelines and uses popular picture books, rhymes, songs and interactive activities to promote children's social and emotional development.

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

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

Is your new walker on the go? Is he or she too busy exploring to sit for a lap bounce or a complete story book? Join us for a dynamic 30 minutes filled with early literacy activities chosen especially for toddlers who just need to move!

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.

Don't know where to start your research? Come learn various websites to use in your hunt for ancestors.
RML Genealogy <rml.genealogy.group@gmail.com>

First Five Years® is a 4 session series which will help you nurture your child with a “just right” combination of freedom and positive discipline.

Tour and showing Career Transitions and other online databases in the training room

Want to learn how to download free ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more to your laptop, tablet, or e-reader? Stop by the HotSpot!
Please have these things with you:

Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this kindergarten readiness Storytime. For ages 3-5

Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this kindergarten readiness storytime. For ages 3-5.

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.

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

New Directions Institute for Infant Brain Development and First Things First are presenting a free 3-part series of parent-child interactions for parents and children ages birth-18 months. Sessions follow a basic storytime format.

"Taiko Rocks the Library" explores the fascinating culture of Japan and the Far East through exciting performances and an interactive lecture that showcases the mesmerizing Taiko drum, beautiful bamboo wind instruments and the unique per

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

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

Join Arizona's Young Writers Foundation for this 4-session camp designed to teach and reinforce the basics of creative writing. Each week will build on the next, so please only register if you plan on attending all 4 sessions.

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

Note: Space is limited, a ticket is required. Tickets will be available at the Youth Services Desk at 10am. Kindergarten readiness begins at birth.

Get up close and personal with rare and exotic reptiles from around the world! Kids will have the opportunity to experience and learn about these amazing animals in a safe environment.

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.

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

New Directions Institute for Infant Brain Development and First Things First are presenting a free 3-part series of parent-child interactions for parents of children ages 19 months to 3 years old. Sessions follow a basic storytime format.

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.

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.

Gucci has nothing on you! During this week you will learn to use a sewing machine, how to take measurements, choose fabric, and read a pattern. Then you'll craft your own design. We'll wrap it all up with a photo shoot. Ages 12-18.

Professor Rod Golden from Mesa Community College will take you on a journey of the importance of music to African-American culture, from the Underground Railroad to present day. Appropriate for all ages, best for 6+.

Want to learn how to download free ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more to your laptop, tablet, or e-reader? Stop by the HotSpot!
Please have these things with you:

Gucci has nothing on you! During this week you will learn to use a sewing machine, how to take measurements, choose fabric, and read a pattern. Then you'll craft your own design. We'll wrap it all up with a photo shoot. Ages 12-18.

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.

Learn amazing facts, hear wonderful stories, and meet face-to-face with some of the earth's most amazing Rock-Star creatures such as a Tarantula, Hedgehog, Tortoise, Lizards, Snakes, and Alligator.

Gucci has nothing on you! During this week you will learn to use a sewing machine, how to take measurements, choose fabric, and read a pattern. Then you'll craft your own design. We'll wrap it all up with a photo shoot. Ages 12-18.

If you're planning on spending time on your bike, come learn how to have more fun by being safe! Each participant will receive a free bike helmet fitted specifically to his or her noggin. Registration is limited so sign up early.

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Gucci has nothing on you! During this week you will learn to use a sewing machine, how to take measurements, choose fabric, and read a pattern. Then you'll craft your own design. We'll wrap it all up with a photo shoot. Ages 12-18.

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.

Join Arizona's Young Writers Foundation for this 4-session camp designed to teach and reinforce the basics of creative writing. Each week will build on the next, so please only register if you plan on attending all 4 sessions.

Gucci has nothing on you! During this week you will learn to use a sewing machine, how to take measurements, choose fabric, and read a pattern. Then you'll craft your own design. We'll wrap it all up with a photo shoot. Ages 12-18.

Join our weekly literacy group (January 20- July 21) if you would like to practice basic English listening and speaking survival skills.
* Enjoy an informal way to learn English!

A story pitch may be the single most important tool in an author's writing arsenal. Randy Lindsay will teach you how to describe the essential elements of your story in a sentence or two and in a way that will hook potential customers.

Carmen Gerakos will introduce her book, <i>Victoria: A Veil of Seduction</i>. She grew up writing poems and short stories and has moved on to writing about romance.

Gucci has nothing on you! During this week you will learn to use a sewing machine, how to take measurements, choose fabric, and read a pattern. Then you'll craft your own design. We'll wrap it all up with a photo shoot. Ages 12-18.

Come hang out in the new teen room! We'll have snacks, games, and button making going on the entire hour.

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!

Join special guests,The Arizona Science Center, to explore the role engineering plays in everyday life.

Drop in for a craft 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)

From May to July, the Mesa Public Library is hosting fiction author and writing coach Sharon Skinner as its very own Writer in Residence.

Whether you have an iPhone/iPad or an Android device, Lynda.com can help you become a more effective user. All you need is a current Mesa Public Library card and PIN.

THINKspot is your summer destination for all STEAM based activities. Join us as we tackle Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math in this family friendly environment. Supplies are limited, no registration required.

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. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO and DUPLO blocks will be provided.

From May to July, the Mesa Public Library is hosting fiction author and writing coach Sharon Skinner as its very own Writer in Residence.

Ever wanted to learn how to code? Learn how to make computer games and websites - no previous computer or coding experience necessary. Follow our lessons at your own pace, and you'll be coding in no time! For ages 8 and up.

You don’t need to be a computer whiz to learn the fundamentals of coding. We’ll use logic games and exercises to help children build cognitive skills that will be a strong foundation for learning how to code. For ages 4-6.

Ever wanted to learn how to code? Learn how to make computer games and websites - no previous computer or coding experience necessary. Follow our lessons at your own pace, and you'll be coding in no time! For ages 8 and up.

You don’t need to be a computer whiz to learn the fundamentals of coding. We’ll use logic games and exercises to help children build cognitive skills that will be a strong foundation for learning how to code. For ages 6-8.

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Join us for a session of practical tips, skills and hacks. There will be stories, discussion, activities and of course, some crafty hacks! Ages 5-10 years.

Ever wanted to learn how to code? Learn how to make computer games and websites - no previous computer or coding experience necessary. Follow our lessons at your own pace, and you'll be coding in no time! For ages 8 and up.

<a href="http://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0D4AA9A829A4F58-handson48">Sign up</a> to complete your training on THINKspot equipment.

<a href="http://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0D4AA9A829A4F58-handson52">Sign up</a> to complete your training on THINKspot equipment.

Prana is the life force (<i>chi</i> or <i>ki</i>). You can learn how to use it for physical and mental healing.

Learn the art of origami folding using fabric to make home decorations and more.
Dobson Ranch Library

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.