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Craft-ish: Sock Snowman

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Zone (MN)
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

 Socks are not just for your feet, they also make a cute decoration. 

Supplies are limited.  Ages 10-12

Busy Hands Book Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Groups
Event Details:

Bring your needlepoint project to work on while talking the evening away.  Don't have a current project you are working on? We will provide limited supplies for: crocheting, knitting, embroidery, and other needlepoint.

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.

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.

Preschool Storytime

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

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.

Jan Sandwich as Mrs. Santa Claus

10:30am - 11:00am
Mesa Express Library
Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Beloved children's performer Jan Sandwich will appear as Mrs. Santa Claus. Her stories, songs and magic will get you into the holiday spirit. 

Disclaimer(s)

MEL Programs

All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors. 

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Red Mountain Library
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)

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.

Hand-Made Pet Toys: Adults

10:30am - 11:30am
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Registration
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: School Age, Tween, Teen
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Discover how to transform everyday household items into fun, festive toys that your pets will love.  Ages 18+.

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.

Digital Skills Builder Workshops

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
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.

 

Lunar Lander Block Build

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Zone (MN)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Stop by the teen zone and help build our Apollo 11 Lunar Lander LEGO® kit. Teamwork makes the build work!

Snowflake Bentley Story and Crafts

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Craft, Storytime
Event Details:

Learn about Wilson Bentley's journey to become the first person to photograph a snowflake and make some snowflake-themed crafts of your own. Ages 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.

Digital Skills Builder Workshops

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Red Mountain Library
Cancelled
Registration
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Roadrunner Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class, Instructional
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.

Junior Detective Book Club

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

Come join us for a discussion on everyone's favorite mouse adventurer, Geronimo Stilton.

Craft Night: Macramé Trees

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Dobson Ranch Library
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 macramé trees.

Ages 14+

Holiday Card Making

6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Get an idea on how to make festive holiday cards using cut pieces from the Cameo. 

Getting the Best Shot with Your Phone

9:30am - 10:30am
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Registration
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Create engaging photos with just your phone. This class will highlight some basics of photography and how your iPhone or Android can take its best photo or video.

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.

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.

Digital Skills Builder Workshops

10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Registration
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

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

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.

Fiction Folks

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Groups
Event Details:

This month's gathering will be our planning meeting for the coming year.

HOTspot Digital Help Desk

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Red Mountain Library
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.

Let's Eat! for Teens

4:00pm - 5:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Registration
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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 be making cut out sugar cookies.

 

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.