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Kids Take & Make: Magic Tree House (October 2-31)

All Day
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Book Groups
Event Details:
Come pick up your Magic Tree House Take & Make Packet! Packets are available at the Red Mountain Library for ages 8-11. Each packet contains a craft and activities. Haunted Castle on Hallows Eve by Mary Pope Osborne is the September sel...

Letters to Beloved Characters: Hank the Cowdog

All Day
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Children's Room (RM)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:
If you have a burning question for Hank the Cowdog now is your chance to ask. This activity will be available at the Red Mountain Library children's desk from October 2nd to October 20th.  Children can pick up "Their mail" at the children's desk...

Toddlertime

9:30am - 10:00am
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
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)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

No non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

Ticketed Event

Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.

Toddlertime

10:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
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)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

No non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

Ticketed Event

Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.

Teen Mental Health Workshop

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Zone (MN)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:
Your mental well-being matters. Teens join us as we explore the significance of mental health. Discover how it shapes your life, recognize signs and symptoms of mental illness, and learn techniques and coping mechanisms to help your overall mental he...

Preschool Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
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 non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

Preschool Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
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)

IBCCES Autism Certified

The Dobson Ranch Library is IBCCES Autism Certified. IBCCES trains/certifies organizations to better serve individuals with cognitive disorders. These ideals are incorporated at all Dobson Ranch Library programs. If you have any concerns or need to request specific accommodations for you or your child, please contact us.

No non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

One Stitch at a Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:
Crocheting on your own is fun, but it's always better to crochet together.  Come hangout with us at this relaxed and social crochet circle.  All levels are welcome and instructor led lessons will be available to absolute beginners.  Ma...

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
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 non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

Who Picked This Book? Group

10:30am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Groups
Event Details:
Join this community group in discussing mostly general fiction titles.  February 7 Karolina's Twins – Ronald H. Balson (306p)* March 7 Travels With Charley – John Steinbeck (210p) (Nonfiction: 813...

Math Tutoring for Teens

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 1 (RM)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Instructional
Event Details:
If your math homework gives you a headache, former math teacher Mr. Rogowski can help by showing you how to solve problems and proofs during the library's math lab for teens. Bring your homework, your tests, your notes, everything you need to work on...

App Artist

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Educational, STEAM
Event Details:
Every week we will create awesome projects using all sorts of different apps. Learn vector graphics, raster graphics, pixel graphics, animation, and how to take your own work to the next level.  It’s time to learn how to unlock your creativity a...

The Late Cretaceous in Arizona

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:
In honor of National Dinosaur Month, join Dr. Robert McCord of the Arizona Museum of Natural History for a fascinating presentation on Arizona during the Late Cretaceous period. keyword: dinosaurs ...

Baby Lapsit

9:30am - 10:00am
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 non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

Baby Lapsit

9:30am - 10:00am
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)

IBCCES Autism Certified

The Dobson Ranch Library is IBCCES Autism Certified. IBCCES trains/certifies organizations to better serve individuals with cognitive disorders. These ideals are incorporated at all Dobson Ranch Library programs. If you have any concerns or need to request specific accommodations for you or your child, please contact us.

No non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

Preschool Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

No non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

Ticketed Event

Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
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)

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.

No non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

Ticketed Event

Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.

Glowforge Training

1:30pm - 4:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Let's learn the basics of using the Glowforge laser printer and for your first project each participant will have the opportunity to engrave a pencil. Prerequisites for this class:  All participants must  be able to independently operate...

Walk-in Wednesdays Presents: Eclipse

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Craft, STEAM
Event Details:
Walk in and learn about the upcoming solar eclipse with demonstrations, crafts, and instructions for safe viewing.   Supplies are limited. ...

Computer Basics

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class, Educational
Event Details:
Pre-requisite: A working knowledge of how to use a computer mouse and keyboard. 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.  This week we will learn the basics of Mic...

Dungeons & Dragons® - Tween

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Games
Event Details:
Learn and play Dungeons & Dragons®  with an experienced player.  Already know how to play? Come in and use the space to lead your own campaign. New players are welcome.     ...

STEM-ming Arizona

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: STEAM, Sustainability
Event Details:
Let's learn about our impact on the world and the actions we can take to better our environment by leading our community toward sustainability using the 3Rs - reduce, reuse, recycle - in an interactive way through activities and projects. This tee...

This program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in our community, and address the negative outcomes of a changing climate.

Learn about the Library’s sustainability efforts
Get tips on living green

Let's Eat Tacos - Teens

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:
Join us on a delicious journey as we explore the art of cooking with step-by-step guidance from our culinary enthusiast librarians. Bon appétit! This month we will make a ground beef taco using homemade tortillas.   Ingredients List ...

Graphic Design Studio - Adult

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Every month we will create awesome projects using all sorts of iPad graphic design apps. Learn vector graphics, raster graphics, pixel graphics, animation, and how to take your own work to the next level.  It’s time to learn how to unlock your c...