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EAST VALLEY NEW HORIZONS SENIOR ORCHESTRA Mon | May 22 | 10:30am – 11:30am | MN Enjoy a family-friendly concert with the East Valley New Horizons Senior Orchestra. MY FAMILY GHIBLI PRESENTS: PONYO Sat | May 27 | 3:00pm – 4:30pm | MN Bring the family in to watch Studio Ghibli’s Ponyo, the Japanese animated fantasy film. Enjoy the film while making a craft.
BIKE TO BOOKS DESIGN CONTEST Mesa Public Library and the City of Mesa Bicycle and Pedestrian Program invite kids to design bike lane art for Mesa’s streets! Contest entries will be collected May 1 - August 1. Visit mesalibrary.org for details.
SMART CYCLING FUNDAMENTALS ☑ Wed | May 24 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM At this introductory bicycling workshop, you’ll get practical tips on how to plan your ride and stay safe on the road. All registered participants will receive a Get Started Safely kit that includes a helmet, bicycle lights, and more. Ages 12+.
COMPUTER BASICS † Wed | May 3, 17, 24, 31 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | MN 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! Laptops and mice are provided to the first 11 participants; you are welcome to bring your own device. May 3 – Microsoft Excel basics May 17 & 24 – Internet basics May 31 – Mousing basics CUSTOM CAKE TOPPERS ON THE CAMEO ⚙ ☑ † Mon | May 22 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Explore THINKspot’s creative options and learn to make custom cake toppers on our Cameo.
WRITER IN RESIDENCE CONSULTATION HOURS ☑ Wed | May 3, 10, 17 | 12:00pm – 2:00pm | RM Fri | May 5, 12 | 12:00pm – 2:00pm | RM Author Mark Athitakis is offering 30-minute consultation sessions for aspiring writers. Choose a time slot online. GETTING STARTED AS A FREELANCE WRITER Sat | May 6 | 11:30am – 12:30pm | RM What’s involved in researching, pitching, and writing articles for publication? This session will explore the basics of identifying outlets, connecting with editors, getting paid, and more.
DIGITAL SKILLS TRAINING Fri | May 5, 19 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Mon | May 8 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DR ⚙ Fri | May 19 | 11:00am – 12:00pm | RM ⚙ Wed | May 24 | 11:00am – 12:00pm | DR ⚙ Measure your computer skills and use interactive training to build your email, Microsoft Word, social media, and internet skills. Work individually and at your own pace with Northstar’s Digital Literacy program. USING LIBRARY APPS TO DOWNLOAD EBOOKS Thurs | May 18 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Learn how to use the Libby and cloudLibrary apps to download ebooks and audiobooks from the library to your smartphone or tablet. Please bring your library card, device, email address, and password. If you are using a Kindle, please bring your Amazon account information.
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WrinitReesirdence From May through July, Mesa Public Library is hosting author Mark Athitakis as our very own Writer in Residence. In 2017, he published the book The New Midwest: A Guide to Contemporary Fiction of the Great Lakes, Great Plains, and Rust Belt. He is a regular contributor of book reviews, essays, and interviews to the Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, Kirkus Reviews, and other publications. His work has also appeared in the New York Times, Phoenix Magazine, and Humanities. This program is supported by the Arizona State Library, a division of the Secretary of State, with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
† Prerequisite: Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.
News & Events HOTSPOT DIGITAL HELP DESK Thursdays | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM 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. INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT EXCEL ⚙ ☑ † Tues | May 2 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | DR Learn the foundations of Microsoft Excel, including how to create, edit, and format data in a spreadsheet. INTERMEDIATE / ADVANCED MICROSOFT EXCEL ⚙ ☑ † Wed | May 3 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | DR Learn how to sort, filter, freeze panes, conduct basic math, and create charts. Then learn advanced Excel topics like pivot tables, how to use multiple spreadsheets, absolute references, vlookup, and other techniques. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel is required.
MAY THE FOURTH BE WITH YOU Thurs | May 4 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Thurs | May 4 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | DR Thurs | May 4 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Celebrate this unofficial Star Wars holiday with activities and snacks. While you’re at it, dive into summer by being one of the first to sign up for our Summer Reading Program. MAY THE FOURTH CONTINUE: PERLER BEADS ⚙ Thurs | May 4 | 4:00pm – 6:00pm | MN The Fourth is strong with this Perler Bead craft! Choose your side, with options to make Yoda, Darth Vader, or a Storm Trooper. Ages 8-18.
HOLIDAY HOURS Mon | May 29 | CLOSED
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.
READING LIKE A CRITIC Sat | May 13 | 12:30pm – 1:30pm | RM Discovering your next favorite read is easier if you know what draws you to the books you love, or deters you from the ones you don’t. Mark Athitakis, a veteran book reviewer, will discuss how critics read for theme, style, and character, and how you can apply those approaches to your own reading.
HOURS OF OPERATION Monday 10:00am – 8:00pm Tuesday 10:00am – 8:00pm Wednesday 10:00am – 8:00pm Thursday 10:00am – 8:00pm Friday 10:00am – 5:00pm Saturday 10:00am – 5:00pm Sunday Closed
MAIN LIBRARY (MN) & THINKSPOT @ MAIN
64 E. 1st St. DOBSON RANCH LIBRARY (DR) & THINKSPOT @ DOBSON RANCH 2425 S. Dobson Rd. RED MOUNTAIN LIBRARY (RM)
All locations are open 9:00am – 10:00am, Monday through Saturday, for self-service.
REGISTRATION FOR SUMMER READING OPENS MAY 1 Read books, enjoy events, and win prizes! mesalibrary.org/summerreading Join our 2023 Summer Reading Program! It’s easy to participate and the adventures are endless. Read at least 20 minutes every day this summer (June 1 - August 1) and keep track of your minutes with a printed or online tracker until you reach 1,000 points. We’ll be hosting fun and educational events and giving away prizes along the way, including food coupons, Arizona State Parks passes, Phoenix Mercury tickets, and more! For all ages.
480-644-3100
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635 N. Power Rd.
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