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ARIZONA BIG TRAIN OPERATORS Mon | July 22 | 10:00am – 5:00pm | RM Tues | July 23 | 10:00am – 5:00pm | RM Wed | July 24 | 10:00am – 5:00pm | RM Thurs | July 25 | 10:00am – 5:00pm | RM Fri | July 26 | 10:00am – 1:00pm | RM All aboard! The Arizona Big Train Operators are returning to Red Mountain Library. See the model railroad display, complete with G-scale tracks, charming model towns, and several trains in action. Model train operators will be there to answer your questions
CARS DRIVE-IN MOVIE Tues | July 23 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | DR Watch Cars from a DIY cardboard box car! Create your car at home then pick up a craft kit a week before the movie showing to decorate it. While supplies last. No large boxes please. Rated G. FAMILY MOVIES Join us for a family-friendly movie! Tues | July 2 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | DR Emperor’s New Groove (rated G) + a craft Wed | July 3 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Toy Story 2 (rated G)
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Sat | July 6 | 3:00pm – 4:30pm | MN The Rescuers Down Under (rated G)
🎟 Wed | July 17 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | RM 🎟 Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (rated PG)
Wed | July 10 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2007) (rated PG)
Fri | July 26 | 3:00pm – 4:30pm | MN Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (rated PG)
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INDOOR WOODS READ-IN Wed | July 17 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Find your favorite book, sit back, and relax in our cozy camping setup.
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OUTDOOR FAMILY NIGHT Sat | July 13, 20, 27 | 7:00pm – 8:00pm | MEL Play at the park with items from our Stuffbrary. LOST DUTCHMAN ADVENTURE QUEST Wed | July 31 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | MN Discover the legend of the Lost Dutchman Park through fun crafts and challenging riddles. Complete all the tasks to earn a prize from the Lost Dutchman Miner!
COMPUTER BASICS †Wednesdays | 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 to use in class. July 3 – Internet Basics July 10 – Email Basics July 17 – Mousing Basics July 24, 31 – Keyboard Basics
PEEPS® CAMPING DIORAMA Wed | July 24 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Create a camping diorama using PEEPS® Supplies are limited.
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COMPUTER SKILLS TRAINING Sat | July 13 | 11:00am – 12:00pm | DR Thurs | July 25 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Use interactive training from Northstar’s Digital Literacy program to build your email, internet, social media, and software skills. HOTSPOT DIGITAL HELP DESK Wednesdays | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MEL Thurs | July 11, 18, 25 | 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.
PHOENIX ZOO LIVE ON LOCATION Wed | July 10 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Wed | July 10 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | MN The Phoenix Zoo is coming to the library! Meet ambassador animals up close and hear stories from zoo staff.
🎟handed Special summer events often draw large crowds and most require tickets, which are out 30 minutes prior to the program start. Be prepared to wait in line. Where back-to-back sessions are scheduled, please plan to attend only one. Please note: we are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children.
It’s not too late to join the Summer Reading Program! Sign up now and reach 1,000 points by August 1 to win. Collect points by reading, attending events, discovering secret codes, and completing challenges.
Finish the program and you’ll be entered in raffles for more prizes, including: • •
Harkins prize pack Minecraft LEGO set
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Childsplay prize basket Childsplay tickets
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.
Employee Engagement | Environmental and Sustainability | Bicycle and Pedestrian Arizona Museum of Natural History | i.d.e.a. Museum | Diversity and Community Engagement Falcon Field Airport | Mesa Arts Center | Parks and Recreation
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INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED EXCEL †Wed | July 10 | 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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It’s not too late to join the Summer Reading adventure! Earn points by reading, uncovering secret codes and conquering challenges. Attend events and collect prizes as you reach 250, 500, 750, and 1000 points! Sign up at the library or online. The program runs through August 1.
CLOUD LIBRARY Check out ebooks and audiobooks through the cloudLibrary app. Whether on the web, a tablet, or your mobile device, you can browse digital shelves curated by your library or filter by the genres that interest you.
Wed | July 31 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | RM Paw Patrol: The Movie (2021) (rated G)
If you sign up by July 1, you’ll only need to read about 31 minutes a day to hit the goal. Everyone who completes the program will win a free book and get to spin the Wheel of Possibilities for an additional prize!
INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT EXCEL †Tues | July 9 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | DR Learn the foundations of Microsoft Excel, including how to create, edit, and format data in a spreadsheet.
Learn more at: mesalibrary.org/summerreading
We’re creating a master plan to guide the library’s future, and we need your input! Share what you love, what you’d change, and what you’d add. Keep reading to learn how to participate.
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
LOCATIONS
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
MAIN LIBRARY (MN) & THINKSPOT @ MAIN 64 E. 1st St.
10:00am – 8:00pm 10:00am – 8:00pm 10:00am – 8:00pm 10:00am – 8:00pm 10:00am – 5:00pm 10:00am – 5:00pm Closed
DOBSON RANCH LIBRARY (DR) & THINKSPOT @ DOBSON RANCH 2425 S. Dobson Rd.
All three full-service locations are open Mon-Sat 9am–10am, for self-service. Additional self-service hours are available at the Dobson Ranch Library (Mon-Sat 7am–9am) with Expanded Access technology.
RED MOUNTAIN LIBRARY (RM) & THINKSPOT @ RED MOUNTAIN 635 N. Power Rd.
Mesa Express Library (MEL) is open Mon-Sat 7am–8pm using Expanded Access technology. MEL hold lockers are available during park hours (sunrise–10pm).
MESA EXPRESS LIBRARY (MEL) AT MONTEREY PARK 7045 E. Monterey Ave.
To sign up for Expanded Access, see a staff member.
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480-644-3100 mesalibrary.org
Indicates registration required. Visit mesalibrary.org or call to register. Check our online calendar for the most up-to-date information.
HOLIDAY HOURS
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Tickets are handed out 30 min prior to program start.
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Thurs | July 4 | CLOSED
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Prerequisite Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.
âš™ THINKspot program
Make and create in our THINKspot makerspace. To learn more about equipment and training visit: mesalibrary.org/thinkspot
🌞 Outdoor program
Some events at Mesa Express Library are held outdoors; please come prepared for the elements.
Library Card Application mesalibrary.org/getacard
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