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Lunch at the Library

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
School Age, Teen, Family
Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Birth-18. This program is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture...

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: School Age, Teen, Family
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

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.

Man balancing ipad on his knee

HOTspot Digital Help Desk

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mesa Express Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adult
The HOTspot Digital Help Desk:

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 assi...

Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational

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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Indoor Woods Read-In

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Read under the indoor stars. Find your favorite book and sit back and relax in our cool camping environment. 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Read under the indoor stars. Find your favorite book and sit back and relax in our cool camping environment. 

Computer Basics

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Computer Class, Educational
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

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 how to use a mouse.  Laptops and mice are prov...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class, Educational
Event Details:

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 how to use a mouse. 

Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse movie poster

Family Movie Adventure: Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Children, Family
Event Details:

Bring a blanket or beach towel and enjoy Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse  in the cool air conditioning at the library. Rated PG. 

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Bring a blanket or beach towel and enjoy Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse  in the cool air conditioning at the library. Rated PG. 

Disclaimer(s)

No Large Groups

Please note we cannot accommodate large groups at this event. If you have a large group, please email us at mploutreach@mesaaz.gov and we will be happy to discuss alternate arrangements.

Fantasy Readers Unite!

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Book Groups
Age Group:
Tween
Event Details:

Join us monthly to discuss fantasy books! This month we will be discussing Wings of Fire: The Dragonet Prophecy by Tui Sutherland . You can request a copy here. Ages...

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Book Groups
Event Details:

Join us monthly to discuss fantasy books!

Craft Night: Paper Quilling

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Try your hand at a low-stakes craft night. This month we'll be doing paper quilling. Ages 14+

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Try your hand at a low-stakes craft night. This month we'll be doing paper quilling.

Ages 14+

Fiber Rules!

Fiber Optic Technician Program - In-Person Lab

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Instructional
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

This four-week hybrid course through Baltu Technologies will provide essential skills training for those seeking careers in fiber optics. Aligned with Fiber Optic Association stand...

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Event Details:

This four-week hybrid course through Baltu Technologies will provide essential skills training for those seeking careers in fiber optics.

Group of preschool aged children clapping.

Toddlertime

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Toddlertime:

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

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

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

Disclaimer(s)

No Large Groups

Please note we cannot accommodate large groups at this event. If you have a large group, please email us at mploutreach@mesaaz.gov and we will be happy to discuss alternate arrangements.

Toddler holding a book

Toddlertime

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

No Large Groups

Please note we cannot accommodate large groups at this event. If you have a large group, please email us at mploutreach@mesaaz.gov and we will be happy to discuss alternate arrangements.

Toddler holding a book

Toddlertime

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

No Large Groups

Please note we cannot accommodate large groups at this event. If you have a large group, please email us at mploutreach@mesaaz.gov and we will be happy to discuss alternate arrangements.

Text reading "Kids Cafe"

Lunch at the Library

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
Children, Teen
Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Birth-18. This program is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, Teen
Program Type: Health
Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Birth-18.

Embroidery Machine Demonstration

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Brother SE1900 Embroidery Machine (TS@DR) at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Learn how to operate our new Brother SE1900 embroidery machine and find out what it can do. Registration is not required but space is limited.      

Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: Brother SE1900 Embroidery Machine (TS@DR)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Craft, Instructional
Event Details:

Learn how to operate our new Brother SE1900 embroidery machine and find out what it can do.

Registration is not required but space is limited.

 

 

 

Man balancing ipad on his knee

HOTspot Digital Help Desk

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Reference
Age Group:
Adult
The HOTspot Digital Help Desk:

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 assi...

Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Reference

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.

haunted hotel

Haunted Places to Explore in Arizona

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

  Learn about haunted hotels, restaurants and other places in Arizona where ghosts have been encountered!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Special Program
Event Details:

 

Learn about haunted hotels, restaurants and other places in Arizona where ghosts have been encountered!

Toddler holding a book

Sunrise Stories at the Tot Lot

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 8:00am - 8:30am
Mesa Express Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Event Details:

Start your day with a story and playtime at the Tot Lot next to the Mesa Express Library.  Please bring water for you and your family. 

Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Start your day with a story and playtime at the Tot Lot next to the Mesa Express Library. 

Please bring water for you and your family. 

Disclaimer(s)

MEL Programs

All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors. 

Two babies

Baby Lapsit

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Baby Lapsit:

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

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

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

Disclaimer(s)

No Large Groups

Please note we cannot accommodate large groups at this event. If you have a large group, please email us at mploutreach@mesaaz.gov and we will be happy to discuss alternate arrangements.

Various books

Big Book Sale

07/19/2024 @ 10:00am to 07/20/2024 @ 4:30pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Hardback and paperback books will be for sale from 10am to 4:30pm on Friday, July 19 and Saturday, July 20. Books for sale include fiction, romance, science fiction, youth and c...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Program
Event Details:

Hardback and paperback books will be for sale from 10am to 4:30pm on Friday, July 19 and Saturday, July 20.

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Lunch at the Library

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
School Age, Teen, Family
Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Birth-18. This program is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture...

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: School Age, Teen, Family
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

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.

Two teenage girls and two teenage boys playing video games together.

Teen Time: Gaming at the Library

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Stay cool at the library and try out a video game or card game with other teens. Ages 12-18 

Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Stay cool at the library and try out a video game or card game with other teens.

Ages 12-18 

Art supplies and paint brushes

Design Time Storytime

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
THINKspot @MN at THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Event Details:

Designtime Storytime introduces the creative process of art and design to families through songs, stories, games and interactive plugged and unplugged activities. Ages 3-6

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Designtime Storytime introduces the creative process of art and design to families through songs, stories, games and interactive plugged and unplugged activities. Ages 3-6

Building Blocks Club

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
School Age, Family
Event Details:

Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO® bricks. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO® bricks and DUPLO® blocks will b...

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO® bricks. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO® bricks and DUPLO® blocks will be provided.

ESL Conversation Class

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Board Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adult
ESL Conversation Class:

Learn English and meet new friends! Practice basic English listening and speaking skills while learning about American culture. Please bring a notebook and pencil. Ages 18+.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Board Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational

Learn English and meet new friends! Practice basic English listening and speaking skills while learning about American culture. Please bring a notebook and pencil. Ages 18+.

brother bear movie

Family Matinee: Brother Bear

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Enjoy this adventure classic with the whole family.  G Rated 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Enjoy this adventure classic with the whole family. 

G Rated