Preschool Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Mesa Express Library
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Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this storytime designed to get children ready for kindergarten. Ages 3-5.

Self-Publishing 101: The Book Cover

10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational
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We have all been told not to judge a book by its cover, but since the cover is what draws readers in, it is one of the most important elements of your book.

Baby Lapsit

10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

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

Toddlertime

10:30am - 11:00am
Dobson Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

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

Lunch at the Library

11:30am - 1:00pm
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, Teen
Program Type: Entertainment
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Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Birth-18.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

3D Digital Design

1:00pm - 2:00pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
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Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: 3D Digital Design
Age Group: School Age, Teen
Program Type: Computer Class, Instructional
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Want to build a castle? Create a your own magic wand? The library has the tools for you. Learn how to create 3D designs in Tinkercad and watch your idea come to life with our 3D Printers!

Teen Smoothie Making Contest

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Entertainment
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Come prove you know how to make the most delicious smoothie. You'll create your smoothie from the ingredients supplied and an objective panel will decide the winner. 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Theater Day Camp: Ten Minute Plays

1:30pm - 5:00pm
Red Mountain Library
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Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Educational, Entertainment
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Become an actor, writer, director, stage manager, or all of the above!

Make it or Game it!

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Entertainment
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Drop in for a craft and games the whole family will enjoy!

Our craft this week will be zooming paper rockets crafted from streamers and cardboard tubes.

The HOTspot Digital Help Desk

2:00pm - 3:00pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
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Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Reference
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Learn how to download ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more to your laptop, tablet, or e-reader from our Digital Help Desk support team. Please have these things with you:

Disclaimer(s)

Library Card

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

Code Commanders

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Dobson Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Computer Class, Instructional

Code Commanders is a weekly series that challenges and builds its young users' understanding of how coding works. Ages 8-12.

Craft Night: Pet Toys

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Dobson Ranch Library
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Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Entertainment, Instructional
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This month we will be making toys for cats and dogs. If you don't have a pet, but would like to participate we will be donating toys to a local animal shelter.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact us.