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

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Preschool 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.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: 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.

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 "Red Mountain Library" group.

Ten Turkeys Storytime and Craft

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Early Childhood
Event Details:

We will read 10 Turkeys in the Road by Brenda Reeves-Sturgis and make a turkey craft. Ages 4-6. 

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

We will read 10 Turkeys in the Road by Brenda Reeves-Sturgis and make a turkey craft. Ages 4-6. 

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.

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Event Details:

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

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

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

 

 

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 "Outreach Services" group.

Cheer Readers Book Club

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Outreach Services
Program Type:
Book Groups
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Join this community group in discussing mostly general fiction titles. This group meets offsite on the last Tuesday of each month. This month we will read The Sparrow by Mary Do...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach Services
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Groups
Event Details:

Join this community group in discussing mostly general fiction titles. This group meets offsite on the last Tuesday of each month.

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.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Baby Lapsit

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Early Childhood
Baby Lapsit:

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

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.

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 "Dobson Ranch Library" group.

Baby Lapsit

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch 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: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
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 "Red Mountain Library" group.

Preschool Storytime Presents Balloons Over Broadway

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft, Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Event Details:

Get into the Thanksgiving spirit the New York way. Join us for a special Preschool Storytime by listening to the book Balloons Over Broadway by Melissa Sweet. Afterward, unleash yo...

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

Get into the Thanksgiving spirit the New York way. Join us for a special Preschool Storytime by listening to the book Balloons Over Broadway by Melissa Sweet.

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.

HOTspot Digital Help Desk

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mesa Express Library
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: Mesa Express Library
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.

This event is in the "Online / Virtual" group.
This event is in the "Main Library" group.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group.
This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group.
This event is in the "Outreach Services" group.

Thanksgiving

11/27/2024 @ 5:00pm to 11/29/2024 @ 11:45pm
Online / Virtual, Main Library, THINKspot at Main, Red Mountain Library, THINKspot at Red Mountain, Dobson Ranch Library, THINKspot at Dobson Ranch, Mesa Express Library, Outreach Services

All Mesa Public Libraries closed in observance of Thanksgiving.

Closing
Branches:
Online / Virtual, Main Library, THINKspot at Main, Red Mountain Library, THINKspot at Red Mountain, Dobson Ranch Library, THINKspot at Dobson Ranch, Mesa Express Library, Outreach Services
Description:

All Mesa Public Libraries closed in observance of Thanksgiving.

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

Robot Bash

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children, School Age, Tween
Event Details:

Unleash your child's curiosity! Explore our different robots designed to teach the basics of coding through fun, hands-on activities. Activities are geared towards children between...

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

Unleash your child's curiosity! Explore our different robots designed to teach the basics of coding through fun, hands-on activities. Activities are geared towards children between the ages of 6 to 12.

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

Peer Tutoring

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
School Age, Tween, Teen
Event Details:

Free weekly tutoring from Dobson Ranch teen volunteers for students in grades K-12. Drop in and get help with reading, math, science, and writing.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: School Age, Tween, Teen
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Free weekly tutoring from Dobson Ranch teen volunteers for students in grades K-12. Drop in and get help with reading, math, science, and writing.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

ESL Conversation Class

Saturday, November 30, 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+.

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

ESL Conversation Class

11/30/2024 @ 1:00pm to 12/14/2024 @ 3:00pm
Study Room 1 (RM) at Red Mountain 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+.

Event Details:

Adult non-native speakers are welcome--no need to register.

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 1 (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Adult non-native speakers are welcome--no need to register.

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+.

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

Baby Lapsit

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch 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: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
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 "Main Library" group.

Digital Skills Builder Workshops

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Computer Class
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn how to get started with your computer! These workshops will cover computer basics, Internet use and safety, and email basics.    The program will be presented...

Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn how to get started with your computer! These workshops will cover computer basics, Internet use and safety, and email basics. 

 

The program will be presented by Compudopt.

 

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

Bilingual Digital Skills Builder Workshops

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Roadrunner Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Computer Class, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Compudopt will be on-hand to teach computer skills to adults.  The classes at Red Mountain Library will be taught by a bilingual instructor. Topics include:  computer bas...

Required
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Roadrunner Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class, Instructional
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Compudopt will be on-hand to teach computer skills to adults.  The classes at Red Mountain Library will be taught by a bilingual instructor.

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

Toddlertime

Thursday, December 5, 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 "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group.

Digital Skills Builder Workshops

Thursday, December 5, 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 "Red Mountain Library" group.

HOTspot Digital Help Desk

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Red Mountain Library
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: Red Mountain Library
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.

Coloring Club

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Adult, Family
Event Details:

Relax and color your stress away. Coloring pages and colored pencils, markers, and crayons will be provided, or you may bring your own.  Card-making materials will also be pro...

Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult, Family
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Relax and color your stress away. Coloring pages and colored pencils, markers, and crayons will be provided, or you may bring your own.  Card-making materials will also be provided.

In the area in front of THINKspot at RM.

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

Bike Rodeo

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
School Age, Family
Event Details:

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

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

Families ride or scoot over to the Dobson 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.

Building Blocks Club

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
School Age, Family
Event Details:

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

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

Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO®. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO® and jumbo blocks will be provided. Ages 5-9.

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

Baby Lapsit

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch 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: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
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 "Main Library" group.

Digital Skills Builder Workshops

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Computer Class
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn how to get started with your computer! These workshops will cover computer basics, Internet use and safety, and email basics.    The program will be presented...

Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn how to get started with your computer! These workshops will cover computer basics, Internet use and safety, and email basics. 

 

The program will be presented by Compudopt.