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

Craft-ish: Duct Tape Zipper Pouch

4:00pm - 5:00pm
THINKspot at Main
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Craft, Sustainability
Event Details:

Learn how to create a pouch with duct tape. 

Supplies are limited

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

Animate Your World

4:30pm - 5:30pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Registration
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Turn into a master coder! Using Scratch and block coding you will be using video sensing to add characters to our world. Feel free to register with a friend as we will be learning Scratch in pairs. 

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Library Advisory Board Meeting

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Board Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Special Program
Event Details:

Meetings for FY24/54 can be attended in the Board Room at the Main Library, 64 E. 1st St. at 5:30pm unless noted otherwise. More about Library Advisory Board Meetings

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

Let's Eat! for Adults

6:00pm - 7:00pm
THINKspot at Main
Registration
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

To allow others the opportunity to participate, please register for only one of the two Let's Eat! for Adults programs.

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 "Dobson Ranch Library" group.

Baby Lapsit

9:30am - 10:00am
Dobson Ranch Library
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.

Baby Lapsit

9:30am - 10:00am
Main Library
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 "Red Mountain Library" group.
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Jump into adventure and ignite imagination as picture books come to life in this drama-focused and interactive storytime for preschoolers and their families presented by Mesa Arts Center.

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.

Ticketed Event

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

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

Morning Crafts

10:00am - 11:30am
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Discover your creative side every Wednesday. Explore new and easy projects with other crafters. Let's make something beautiful!

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group.
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Jump into adventure and ignite imagination as picture books come to life in this drama-focused and interactive storytime for preschoolers and their families presented by Mesa Arts Center.

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.

Ticketed Event

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

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

HOTspot Digital Help Desk

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mesa Express Library
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 "Dobson Ranch Library" group.

Tween Creative Writing Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:

Come join our tween creative writing club. Each month, we will be participating in different creative writing prompts, exercises, and games. You can also bring your own writing to share. Ages 8-12.

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

Family Game Night

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Connect with your family and play some board games together in the Program Room with us.  

This event is in the "Main Library" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

The world of small business lending has changed.  While the local bank is usually the first place a business owner thinks of when they need a loan, it isn’t the only place anymore.

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

Sewing - Drawstring Bags for Adults

6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Registration
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Brother sewing machines by creating your own sewing project. Instruction and materials are provided. 

 

This month we will be making drawstring bags.

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

Photo Organizing Workshop

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Event Details:

Learn how to take control of your photo collection with our Photo Organizing Workshop presented by Shelley Wang, professional photo manager.

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

Toddlertime

10:00am - 10:30am
Dobson Ranch Library
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

10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library
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 "Main Library" group.

Toddlertime

10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library
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

2:00pm - 3:00pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class

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 "Mesa Express Library" group.

Roses 101

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mesa Express Library
Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Join the East Valley Rose Society on how to grow roses in Arizona. 

Disclaimer(s)

MEL Programs

All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors. 

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

Story School with Make Way for Books

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Registration
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Early Childhood, Family
Program Type: Educational, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Story School is a bilingual, two-generation program where children and parents learn together twice a week for 11 sessions.

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

Adventures in VR

4:00pm - 5:00pm
THINKspot at Main
Registration
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Entertainment, STEAM
Registration 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 Clash of Chefs!

Registration is required and spots are limited.

 

 

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

Let's Eat! for Adults

6:00pm - 7:00pm
THINKspot at Main
Registration
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

To allow others the opportunity to participate, please register for only one of the two Let's Eat! for Adults programs.

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 "Red Mountain Library" group.

Baby Lapsit

9:30am - 10:00am
Red Mountain Library
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.