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This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Bike and Scooter Rodeo

10:00am–12:00pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Lobby (RM)
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Families can ride or scoot over to the library for a fun and educational morning! Get fitted for a free bike helmet and learn safe cycling tips from John Boyd, Injury Prevention Specialist at Phoenix Children’s.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

ESL Conversation Class

1:00pm–2:30pm
Main Library
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

1:00pm–3:00pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 1 (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Practice English and meet new friends! Build your English listening and speaking skills while learning about American culture. Please bring a notebook and pencil. Best for intermediate learners. Ages 18+.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

ESL Pronunciation Class

2:30pm–3:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Board Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Join us for a friendly English pronunciation class designed for adult learners! We'll practice common sounds, word stress, and speaking clearly through conversation and guided exercises.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Pass the Plate

3:30pm–4:30pm
Gateway Library
Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Educational, Health
Event Details:

Learn about different cultures through food by passing the plate! We will explore how common everyday foods are utilized in various types of cooking. Together, we will cook a simple dish so you can experience food for yourself. 

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.

Ticketed Event

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

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

App Artist

4:00pm–5:00pm
THINKspot at Main
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @ MN
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Educational, STEAM
Event Details:

Every first Tuesday we will create awesome projects using all sorts of different apps.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Roadrunner Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Health, Mesa Reads
Registration Required
Event Details:

Just as people trained in CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver help save thousands of lives each year, people trained in QPR learn 3 steps to help save a life from suicide: how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persu

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Computer Basics

2:00pm–3:30pm
Main Library
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 then Computer Basics is the place to start.  This week we will continue to learn the basics of Google Docs.

This event is in the "Outreach Services" group
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach Services
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Travel with Jack and Annie, stars of the Magic Tree House® best-selling children's book series, as they search for answers to a mysterious riddle they discover in a written note signed M.

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 Main" group

Sewing - for Teens

4:00pm–5:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

Holiday Card Design Cutting - Adults

6:00pm–7:30pm
THINKspot at Gateway
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Room: THINKspot @ GW
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tis the season to be making, fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la
Learn to cut a holiday greeting, fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la
We'll provide all of the equipment, fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Jane Austen's House Virtual Tour

3:30pm–4:30pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Roadrunner Room (RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Celebrate Jane Austen's 250th birthday with a virtual tour of her house in Chawton Hampshire.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Arizona Myths and Facts

12:00pm–1:00pm
Gateway Library
Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: America 250, Educational, Entertainment
Event Details:

Join historian and guide Jarrod Riddle of Spirit of Arizona Tours for “Arizona Myths and Facts,” a fast-paced, engaging look at the legends and truths of our great state.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Ask A Master Gardener

10:00am–12:00pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Sustainability
Event Details:

University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners are certified volunteers who answer questions about gardening, landscaping, plant identification, and plant problems.

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

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Bike and Scooter Rodeo

10:00am–12:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Families can ride or scoot over to the Dobson Library for a fun and educational morning! Get fitted for a free bike helmet and learn safe cycling tips from John Boyd, Injury Prevention Specialist at Phoenix Children’s.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

ESL Conversation Class

1:00pm–2:30pm
Main Library
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 "THINKspot at Gateway" group

Family Holiday Card Design Cutting

3:00pm–4:30pm
THINKspot at Gateway
Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Room: THINKspot @ GW
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Event Details:

Tis the season to be making, fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la
Learn to cut a holiday greeting, fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la
We'll provide all of the equipment, fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Smart Cycling for Older Adults

9:00am–11:00am
Red Mountain Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Sustainability
Registration Required
Event Details:

Whether you’re brand new to biking or just looking for a quick refresher, this class is perfect for you. Join the City of Mesa's Bicycle and Pedestrian

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Arizona Science Center Presents Really Cool Science

2:00pm–3:00pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Educational, Entertainment
Event Details:

Take a break from the Arizona heat to learn about solids, liquids and gasses while observing some of the coolest liquid nitrogen experiments with the Arizona Science Center!

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Computer Basics

2:00pm–3:30pm
Main Library
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 then Computer Basics is the place to start.  This week we will learn the basics of Google Slides.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

Graphic Design Studio - Adult

6:00pm–7:30pm
THINKspot at Gateway
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Room: THINKspot @ GW
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Every month we will create awesome projects using all sorts of iPad graphic design apps.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Sewing - for Adults

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

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

This event is in the "Main Library" group

ESL Conversation Class

1:00pm–2:30pm
Main Library
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 "THINKspot at Main" group

Craft-Active Lab

4:00pm–5:00pm
THINKspot at Main
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @ MN
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: America 250, Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

In celebration of America250, we will be learning about groundbreaking physicist Vera Rubin and creating marshmallow rockets. Mesa celebrates America250!