COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY † Prerequisite: Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.
SUMMER READING IS FOR ALL AGES
PRE-READERS
KIDS
TEENS
ADULTS
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Lou Malnati’s free personal pizza coupon + snack + Wayne Drop bookmark Peter Piper Pizza free personal pizza coupon + Raising Cane’s free beverage coupon Arizona State Parks pass + Phoenix Mercury tickets Free book + spin the Wheel of Possibilities for an extra prize
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Lou Malnati’s free personal pizza coupon + snack + Wayne Drop bookmark Peter Piper Pizza free personal pizza coupon + Raising Cane’s free beverage coupon + pencil Arizona State Parks pass + Phoenix Mercury tickets + Uptown Jungle Jump Pass Free book + spin the Wheel of Possibilities for an extra prize
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Lou Malnati’s free personal pizza coupon + snack + Wayne Drop bookmark Raising Cane’s free beverage coupon Arizona State Parks pass + Phoenix Mercury tickets Free book + spin the Wheel of Possibilities for an extra prize
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ReStoried Bookstore coupon + Wayne Drop bookmark Raising Cane’s free beverage coupon Arizona State Parks pass + Phoenix Mercury tickets Free book + spin the Wheel of Possibilities for an extra prize
Finish the program with 1000 points and be entered in raffles for amazing prizes, including: • • • • •
Black Rock Coffee gift cards Childsplay family 4-pack & bag of books Childsplay tickets Cobblestone Car Wash vouchers Commemorative Air Force Museum passes
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Musical Instrument Museum prize bundle POGO passes Skateland passes Trader Joe’s gift basket
All prizes and coupons are subject to availability/while supplies last. Raffle prizes may vary by location and age group. Get the most up-to-date prize information at mesalibrary.org/summerreading.
Thank you, Summer Reading Sponsors!
COMPUTER BASICS † Thursdays | 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. July 6 & 13 – Microsoft PowerPoint July 20 & 27 – Microsoft Excel DIGITAL SKILLS TRAINING Wed | July 5 | 11:00am – 12:00pm | DR Tues | July 18 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | DR Fri | July 14, 28 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN 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.
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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 | July 11 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | DR Learn the foundations of Microsoft Excel, including how to create, edit, and format data in a spreadsheet.
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INTERMEDIATE/ ADVANCED EXCEL † Wed | July 12 | 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.
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USING LIBRARY APPS TO DOWNLOAD EBOOKS Sat | July 8 | 10:30am – 11:30am | 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.
SUMMER READING CONTINUES It’s not too late to sign up for Summer Reading! Earn points by reading, finding secret codes, and completing challenges! You’ll earn prizes along the way. Sign up at the library or maricopacountyreads.org.
WRITER IN RESIDENCE: MARK ATHITAKIS
LEGO® CLUB Sat | July 1 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Sat | July 15 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | DR Mon | July 3, 17 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Explore your creative side with LEGO® and DUPLO® blocks.
Mesa Public Library is hosting author Mark Athitakis as our very own Writer in Residence through July. 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.
WRITER IN RESIDENCE CONSULTATION HOURS Tues | 11, 18, 25 |12:00pm – 2:00pm | RM Fridays | 12:00pm – 2:00pm | RM Author Mark Athitakis is offering 30-minute consultation sessions for aspiring writers. Choose a time slot online.
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HOW TO TELL YOUR OWN STORY Sat | July 8 | 11:00am – 12:00pm | RM We’ll discuss the elements of a powerful personal story and how to identify the details that will make it stand out. Bring a notebook for brief writing exercises.
ARIZONA IN LITERATURE, THEN AND NOW Sat | July 15 | 11:00am – 12:00pm | RM Explore the state’s literary history and influence, from literary and genre fiction to poetry, with plenty of suggestions for your next read.
LEGO®: BUILD THE CHANGE SUMMER CAMP We’ve teamed up with the Arizona Science Center to offer two summer camps including LEGO®: Build The Change. Learn more in the tweens and teens section of this newsletter.
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. 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 All locations are open 9:00am – 10:00am, Monday through Saturday, for self-service.
MAIN LIBRARY (MN) & THINKSPOT @ MAIN
64 E. 1st St. DOBSON RANCH LIBRARY (DR) & THINKSPOT @ DOBSON RANCH 2425 S. Dobson Rd. RED MOUNTAIN LIBRARY (RM)
480-644-3100
& THINKSPOT @ RED MOUNTAIN
635 N. Power Rd.
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