Week Calendar

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.

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

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.

Learn how to use the <i>Family Book Creator</i> program plug-in to create books to share and show information in your FTM tree. THIS CLASS WILL BE HELD IN THE THINKSPOT.

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.

Educational seminar regarding Medicare's Extra Help program which assists Medicare enrolled members in, among other things, reducing their prescription drug cost.

During this class, you will learn the guidelines for, and basic usage of, the sewing machines at THINKspot Red Mountain. When the class is over, you can sign a waiver and begin self-reserving our sewing machines, the Janome DC2014 .

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

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

The Arizona Veterans History Project cordially invites veterans to document your stories for the Library of Congress, so that other generations may learn from your story. Guests are always welcome.

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

Stories and songs for ages 0-5 and their favorite grownup, all with a focus on learning Baby Sign and American Sign Language.

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

Please join us the second Thursday of each month in the Main Library Board Room from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Call 480-644-3100 for more information. Other Info Count

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.

Children ages 3-5 will learn the basics of rhythm and beat, how to work with instruments, and what makes music happen in this upbeat program.

Family SPOT Resource Center presents "Play on the Go." Join us for fun, hands-on activities for infants, toddlers, and their caregivers.

Change comes with challenges. How we deal with them determines the quality of our life the lives of those around us.

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.

<i>Please note this change in time for July only</i>. This group (formerly the Red Mountain Tuesday Morning Book Club) meets to discuss thought-provoking fiction and nonfiction on the 2nd Monday of the month. All are welcome.

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

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

For infants and young children, playing is learning. Join us after Family Sign Language Storytime for toys and activities that foster critical early literacy skills. Ages 0-5 years.

Discover the hows and whys behind some of science's coolest concepts in this dazzling show. Suitable for all ages.

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

Become an actor, writer, director, stage manager, or all of the above!

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.

Become an actor, writer, director, stage manager, or all of the above!

<a href="https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0d4aa9a829a4f58-handson57">Sign up</a> to complete your training on THINKspot equipment.

Become an actor, writer, director, stage manager, or all of the above!

Get ready to be amazed at the juggling talents of James Reid! This show will include tricks that you won't see anywhere else. Suitable for kids of all ages.

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.

Become an actor, writer, director, stage manager, or all of the above!

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!

Design and apply your own temporary body art using henna. In this class, you will learn how to create henna art using dots, lines, paisley, and lace shapes. For best results, prepare your skin by exfoliating and moisturizing the day before.

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!

Local ice cream experts, Nitro Live Icecreamery, will discuss the science behind making ice cream. Afterwards, they will dish out some ice cream for everyone to try.

This summer, let your creative side soar and leave with an object of art that you created. Join us for this fun session of re-purposing vinyl records as a canvas for your imagination.

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)

July's discussion book is <i>H is for Hawk</i> by Helen Macdonald

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

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.

We regret that this program has been canceled.

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+.

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.

<a href="https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0d4aa9a829a4f58-handson59">Sign up</a> to complete your training on THINKspot equipment.

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="https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0d4aa9a829a4f58-handson66">Sign up</a> to complete your training on THINKspot equipment.

<a href="https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0d4aa9a829a4f58-handson67">Sign up</a> to complete your training on THINKspot equipment.

Join this community group in discussing mostly general fiction titles.

Drawing from the wisdom of John C. Maxwell, and his own experience in moving from day-dreaming to dare-dreaming, Joel will lead you through the steps of taking ownership of your dreams.

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

What do you do with your old or damaged CDs and DVDs? Turn them into a mirrored mosaic masterpiece! Materials will be provided on a first come, first served basis.

We Read YA- Do You? If you are an adult who enjoys reading Yong Adult Novels, then this book group is for you. Each month we will read and discuss a different Young Adult novel.

U.S. Route 66, known as the “Mother Road,” was built in 1926. It ran from Chicago to L. A. During the depression of the 1930s, it became the major path by which people migrated west, seeking work, warm weather and new opportunities.

Basic principles of cash management. Roadblocks to financial success.
Accumulating wealth.
The importance of having a financial blueprint.
Locating & maximizing discretionary income.

Like the branches of the henna plant, henna (mehndi) body art weaves together intricate patterns to bring joy and good fortune. Discover why this ancient ceremonial practice is so popular today as you create and apply your own henna design.