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NaNoWriMo Write-in

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Zone (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Games
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Celebrate National Novel Writing Month with a write-in at the Teen Zone! Writing games, snacks, advice and encouragement for your works-in-progress will be included!  Ages 12-...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Zone (MN)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Entertainment, Games
Event Details:

Celebrate National Novel Writing Month with a write-in at the Teen Zone! Writing games, snacks, advice and encouragement for your works-in-progress will be included!  Ages 12-18

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group.

Craft Night: Pumpkins

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Craft, Sustainability
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

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

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

Try your hand at a low-stakes craft night. This month we'll be making pumpkins.

Ages 14+

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group.

Paint Night

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot @MN at THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Entertainment, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Unwind and enjoy yourself as you create your own masterpiece. No experience is necessary, and materials will be provided.  This program is for adults 18+. Registration is r...

Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Entertainment, Instructional
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Unwind and enjoy yourself as you create your own masterpiece. No experience is necessary, and materials will be provided. 

This program is for adults 18+. Registration is required and spots are limited.

 

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Writing KIDLIT: Where Does Your Story Fit?

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Join author Sharon Skinner as she presents how to determine where your story fits into "KidLit" (children's literature).   This workshop delves into the specific genres ...

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

Join author Sharon Skinner as she presents how to determine where your story fits into "KidLit" (children's literature).

 

This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group.

Cybersecurity Basics

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Computer Class
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Build your confidence in using the internet, creating passwords, and responding to emails by learning the basics to cybersecurity. By the end of class you will be able to identify ...

Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Build your confidence in using the internet, creating passwords, and responding to emails by learning the basics to cybersecurity.

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class Prerequisite

Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group.

Toddlertime

Thursday, November 21, 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.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Toddlertime

Thursday, November 21, 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.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group.

Digital Skills Builder Workshops

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Computer Class
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Compudopt will be on-hand to teach computer skills to adults. Topics include:  computer basics, internet use and safety, email basics, Google workspace, Google docs, Goog...

Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Compudopt will be on-hand to teach computer skills to adults.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Toddlertime

Thursday, November 21, 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.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group.

HOTspot Digital Help Desk

Thursday, November 21, 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.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group.

Build It to Win It

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 3:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children, School Age
Event Details:

Prove you can build the tallest structure out of plastic cups! Visit the THINKspot this week and the tallest structure will win a prize!

Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Prove you can build the tallest structure out of plastic cups! Visit the THINKspot this week and the tallest structure will win a prize!

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group.

Adventures in VR

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
THINKspot @MN at THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Entertainment, STEAM
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Join us as we venture into virtual reality as we test out apps and explore new virtual places.  This month we will be playing virtual table tennis! Registration is requi...

Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Entertainment, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Join us as we venture into virtual reality as we test out apps and explore new virtual places. 

This month we will be playing virtual table tennis!

Registration is required and spots are limited.

 

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group.

Book Page Hedgehogs

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Tween
Event Details:

Come make a hedgehog out of a recycled book. Ages 8-12.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Come make a hedgehog out of a recycled book. Ages 8-12.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group.

EVCT Express

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children, All Ages
Event Details:

Fall 2024 EVCT Express presents A Race to Save the Dragon from the Terrifying Children.  EVCT Express is an acting troupe for kids ages 8 - 16 years, directed by Jamie...

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Fall 2024 EVCT Express presents A Race to Save the Dragon from the Terrifying Children. 

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Automotive 101

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Presented by Thomas Mundo from Network Automotive, this four part series explore the fundamentals of car maintenance. Learn essential tips on basic car components, maintenance rout...

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

Presented by Thomas Mundo from Network Automotive, this four part series explore the fundamentals of car maintenance. Learn essential tips on basic car components, maintenance routines, and automotive care. 

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

EVCT On the Spot

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children, All Ages
Event Details:

We make the funnies happen.  EVCT On the Spot is an improv theatre troupe for teens directed by Aaron Blanco.  Each semester, students develop and rehearse skills to tour...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

We make the funnies happen.  EVCT On the Spot is an improv theatre troupe for teens directed by Aaron Blanco.  Each semester, students develop and rehearse skills to tour improvised performances around the East Valley.  

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Writer in Residence Consultations

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Board Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Sharon Skinner as our Writer in Residence from September through December. Sharon Skinner is...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Board Room (MN)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Sharon Skinner as our Writer in Residence from September through December.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group.

Baby Lapsit

Friday, November 22, 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.

This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group.

Outdoor Baby Lapsit

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Mesa Express 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: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

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

Disclaimer(s)

MEL Programs

All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors. 

This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group.

Starting an Art Journal

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Starting an art journal can be a low stress practice to integrate into your daily life to increase your creativity. We'll introduce some tips, crafts and projects that can get you ...

Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Starting an art journal can be a low stress practice to integrate into your daily life to increase your creativity. We'll introduce some tips, crafts and projects that can get you started.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group.

Build It to Win It

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children, School Age
Event Details:

Prove you can build the tallest structure out of plastic cups! Visit the THINKspot this week during open hours and the tallest structure will win a prize!

Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Prove you can build the tallest structure out of plastic cups! Visit the THINKspot this week during open hours and the tallest structure will win a prize!

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Writer in Residence Consultations

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Board Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Sharon Skinner as our Writer in Residence from September through December. Sharon Skinner is...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Board Room (MN)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Sharon Skinner as our Writer in Residence from September through December.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Bike Rodeo

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Main Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
School Age, Family
Event Details:

Families ride or scoot over to the Mesa Public Library to learn safe cycling tips and be fitted for helmets from John Boyd, Injury Prevention Specialist at Phoenix Children’s. Then...

Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Families ride or scoot over to the Mesa Public Library to learn safe cycling tips and be fitted for helmets from John Boyd, Injury Prevention Specialist at Phoenix Children’s. Then practice your safety skills on our bicycle rodeo course.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Writer in Residence Consultations

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Sharon Skinner as our Writer in Residence from September through December. Sharon Skinner is...

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

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Sharon Skinner as our Writer in Residence from September through December.