Week Calendar

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement for children ages 16-36 months.

Baby Lapsit introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies ages birth to 16 months.

Want to learn how to download eBooks, movies, music, magazines and more to your laptop, tablet or eReader? Stop by our Digital Help Desk.

Please join us for a special storytime presented by the i.d.e.a. Museum. The ArtFul Tales program is an art and literacy program designed especially for preschool-aged children (2-5 years).

We regret that this program has been canceled.

Tour of the sorter

Want to learn how to download free ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more to your laptop, tablet, or e-reader? Stop by the HotSpot!
Please have these things with you:

Please join us for a special storytime presented by the i.d.e.a. Museum. The ArtFul Tales program is an art and literacy program designed especially for preschool-aged children (2-5 years).

Computer Basics class brought to adults who participate in Longfellow Elementary School's Family Literacy group

The Red Mountain Tuesday Morning Book Club meets to discuss thought-provoking fiction and nonfiction on the 2nd Tuesday of the month. All are welcome!

Please join us for a special storytime presented by the i.d.e.a. Museum. The ArtFul Tales program is an art and literacy program designed especially for preschool-aged children (2-5 years).

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement for children ages 16-36 months.

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement for children ages 16-36 months.

Please join us for a special storytime presented by the i.d.e.a. Museum. The ArtFul Tales program is an art and literacy program designed especially for preschool-aged children (2-5 years).

Baby Lapsit introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies ages birth to 16 months.

Baby Lapsit introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies ages birth to 16 months.

Make your winter merry and bright with a story and craft perfect for kids ages 3-5.

Join this community group in discussing mostly general fiction titles. For a copy of the current title, please ask at the Express Library desk.

Join us for a rollicking good time! Children will enjoy dancing, action filled songs, and rhymes. For ages 2-5.

Families and their children are invited to share their ideas and experiences related to themes we explore through picture book literature. A fun craft or activity will round out the program.

Come try fun, early literacy apps on the library's iPads. For children ages 3-5 and their parents and caregivers. Space is limited, a ticket is required for each child using an iPad.

In this class, you will create a Gmail account, and learn how to send and manage email messages. Please bring a cell phone that will accept a text code verification from Google. Prerequisites: Familiarity with a mouse, keyboard, and the Internet.

Want to learn how to download eBooks, movies, music, magazines and more to your laptop, tablet or eReader? Stop by our Digital Help Desk.

Learn how to use a web browser and search the Internet. Prerequisites: Computer Basics or experience with mouse and keyboard.

Storytime at La Mesita HeadStart

Learn all of the parts of a web browser and learn how to navigate a website. Learn how to effectively search for information online. Prerequisites: Computer Basics (at a minimum) or comfort with mouse and keyboard. Seating is limited.

Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO. LEGO and DUPLO blocks will be provided.

Tamara Passey, author of The Christmas Tree Keeper, The Tree Keeper's Promise and Mothering Through the Whirlwind, will present her books.

Lois Grunwald is our December Local Author of the Month. She will appear to sign her poetry chapbook Capacious Earth, published by Finishing Line Press in October 2015.

Join local children's author Cindy Bowles, also known as CILLYart, as she presents her newest chapter book Twin Tails: Song of the Siren with a reading and craft project.

Want to learn how to download eBooks, movies, music, magazines and more to your laptop, tablet or eReader? Stop by our Digital Help Desk.

Want to learn how to download eBooks, movies, music, magazines and more to your laptop, tablet or eReader? Stop by our Digital Help Desk.

Want to learn how to download ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more to your laptop, tablet, or e-reader? Stop by the HOTspot!Please have these things with you:
-Devices (this could be your tablet, laptop, smartphone)

MHS Teen book discussion group

Bring in a few Christmas gifts and wrap them with us adding a beautiful, homemade gift tag. Adults and teens 14+ are encouraged to attend. Gifts to be wrapped must be smaller than 12"x12"x12". No boxes provided.

<b>In the Know with Lynda & Digital Newspapers</b>: Stay current with our rapidly changing world with two resources: Lynda.com and InfoTrac Newsstand.

Teens interested in making and creating holiday gifts are welcome to come and participate in this DIY event which will include making bath bombs and cell phone cases. Materials and supplies will be provided. For teens ages 12-18.

If you're planning on spending time on your bike, come learn how to have a great time on your bike and be safe. Each participant will receive a free bike helmet fitted specifically to his or her noggin.

Discover new books, talk about them,and learn how to create your own stories using the Scratch Jr. app. For second graders, ages 7-8.

Ever wanted to learn how to code? Join us and learn to how to make computer games and websites! No computer or coding experience needed. Absolute beginners are most welcome! Come have fun with us while you gain awesome skills.

If you are dreading the task of wrapping gifts for this year's holiday festivities, bring your gifts and wrapping materials to the library to check this off your list in a fun, relaxing environment!

Open the door to an exciting form of communication that’s fun, social, educational, and is a lifeline during times of need. Learn all you need to know to earn your FCC Technician Class License, the entry-level license for ham radio operators.

Bring your laptop! Learn how to set up Facebook and Twitter pages for your business during this step-by-step seminar. We will also cover how to post on each platform and provide basic tips on how to engage consumers. Beginner level.

Enjoy a beautiful medley of holiday songs performed by the East Valley Children's Theatre Bravo Troupe.

Ready to get out of your car and onto a bicycle? Come to a great introductory workshop to learn basic bicycle techniques, rules, and equipment, and get a brief update on Mesa's bicycle projects and events.

Getting into the crafting world can be daunting.