COMPUTERS AND TECHNOLOGY
WRITER IN RESIDENCE Improve your writing with our Writer in Residence. From October through December, author Marc Mason will offer one-on-one consultations and workshops at the Red Mountain Library to support both aspiring and established authors. 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 CONSULTATIONS Saturdays | 10:00am – 12:00pm | RM Saturdays | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Marc Mason is offering 30-minute one-on-one consultation sessions. To book a time slot, visit: mesalibrary.org/writerinresidence
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EXPLORING THE MEMOIR Wed | Oct 8 | 6:30pm – 7:30pm | RM Get your family story (or stories) to the page so that generations can immerse themselves in history. Whether you’re telling your own story, the story of a beloved relative, or someone else you care about, this is the session for you! Be ready to take a deep dive below the surface and bring your personal history into the light.
WHICH IDEA TO USE? Wed | Oct 22 | 6:30pm – 7:30pm | RM At heart, you feel like a creative person. But does having TOO MANY ideas lead to paralysis in your process? Bring those ideas to this interactive session, and get help honing your concepts into The One you want to write.
COMPUTER BASICS † Wed | Oct 1, 15, 22, 29 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | MN If you are new to the computer, then Computer Basics is the place to start! Laptops and mice are provided to the first 11 participants to use in class. You are welcome to bring your own device. Oct 1 – Microsoft Power Point Oct 15 & 22 – Microsoft Excel Oct 29 – Internet basics COMPUTER SKILLS TRAINING Fri | Oct 10 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Tues | Oct 21 | 11:00am – 12:00pm | DR Tues | Oct 28 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Our librarians will help you navigate several online learning platforms for technology so that you can improve your computer skills at your own pace and on your own time.
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Coming Soon: Gateway Library The Gateway Library in southeast Mesa will be located at 5036 S. Eastmark Parkway. It will have a modern feel and will provide similar amenities to the Main, Red Mountain, and Dobson Ranch libraries. The Gateway Library is scheduled to open in fall 2025. This project is funded by the 2018 Bond Election for Arts and Culture. Stay tuned to our website and social media channels for the latest updates.
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INTERACTIVE MOVIE EVENT Mon | Oct 6 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Come watch Hocus Pocus (rated PG) interactive style — we’ll have props and related activities.
FAMILY TRIVIA Thurs | Oct 9 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Compete against other teams in triva covering topics such as: Disney, science fiction, comic books, and more. The winning team will get fun library swag! Teams may consist of no more than six contestants. This session is designed for kids aged 7-15 and their families.
ONE HOUR ROLE PLAY GAME Fri | Oct 10 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Play a 1-hour role play game at the library.
TUESDAY It’s a great day to work on your cosplay! Check out THINKspot’s equipment to see how you can custom-make details for a costume! mesalibrary.org/thinkspot
WEDNESDAY FUSE BEAD VIDEO GAME SPRITES Wed | Oct 8 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Celebrate your video game fandom using fuse beads to recreate sprites from our favorite franchises! SUPA DOG BINGO Wed | Oct 8 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | DR Celebrate Fandom by playing Dog Man BINGO. Ages 6-12.
CHALLENGING TRIVIA Thurs | Oct 9 | 3:30pm – 4:30pm | RM The same as above, but with harder questions! The winning team will get fun library swag! Teams may consist of no more than six contestants. This session is open to all ages but contains more challenging trivia questions than the Family Trivia session.
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HERO TRAINING CAMP Thurs | Oct 9 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MEL Step into the world of legends and mythological fun based on the Camp Half-Blood Chronicles! Crafts, games, and surprises await; will you be ready for your first quest?
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MESA LIBRARY FANDOM Sat | Oct 11 | 12:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Join us for our annual fandom celebration! We will have an artist alley with local vendors, gaming, crafts, and panels. Don’t forget to wear your favorite cosplay! For all ages.
HOTSPOT DIGITAL HELP DESK Wednesdays | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MEL Thursdays | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Sat | Oct 25 | 3:30pm – 4:30pm | MN Curious about downloading ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more from the library with your laptop, mobile device, or e-reader? Drop in for one-on-one assistance on a first-come, first-served basis. INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT EXCEL † Tues | Oct 7 | 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 | Oct 8 | 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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THINKSPOT HELP HOUR Wed | Oct 1 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN Stop by and get expert help on the machines in THINKspot.
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SILHOUETTE CAMEO VINYL CUTTER † Mon | Oct 20 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | RM Thurs | Oct 23 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | DR Wed | Oct 29 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Learn to use the Silhouette Cameo cutter to make seasonal decorations!
BOOOOOOKS
MESA READS...TOGETHER! Our year-long celebration of reading continues! We’re using the Beanstack app to see how many millions of minutes we can read as a city!
READ RUNNER Our bookmobile, the Read Runner, is now making regular stops! This mobile library is designed to bring books and resources directly to the community. It visits community centers, parks, and neighborhoods, helping to make literacy more accessible to all. Learn more at mesalibrary.org/bookmobile
FANDOM WEEK OCT 6 -11
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EXPLORING VIRTUAL REALITY Thurs | Oct 2 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN Explore the world of VR through different apps and games. This program was made possible by Mesa West Rotary District 5495.
Schedule is subject to change, please refer to our online calendar of events to verify stops: events.mesalibrary.org
First & Third Tuesday of the month Tues | Oct 7, 21 | 10:00am – 11:30am | RR Aster Senior Center - Downtown
First & Third Wednesday of the month Wed | Oct 1, 15 | 10:00am – 11:30am | RR Behind La Mesita Apartments
Tues | Oct 7, 21 | 1:30pm – 3:30pm | RR Mountain View Park
Wed | Oct 1, 15 | 1:30pm – 3:30pm | RR Riverview Park
Second & Fourth Tuesday of the month Tues | Oct 14, 28 | 10:00am – 11:30am | RR Aster Senior Ctr - Red Mtn Multigen Ctr
Second & Fourth Wednesday of the month Wed | Oct 8, 22 | 10:00am – 11:30am | RR In front of Solstice Apartments
Tues | Oct 14, 28 | 1:30pm – 3:30pm | RR Countryside Park
Wed | Oct 8, 22 | 1:30pm – 3:30pm | RR The Great Park / Steadfast Farms
Along the way, you can complete fun challenges for a chance to win prizes! Join the Mesa Reads “book club” this fall. We’ll all read The Midnight Library by Matt Haig together, Nov 1 - Dec 15. A limited amount of copies of the book will be given out starting in October. This book giveaway was made possible through MPL’s used book sales. Learn more at: mesalibrary.org/mesareads
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 three full-service locations are open Mon-Sat 9am – 10am, for self-service. Additional self-service hours are available at the Dobson Ranch and Red Mountain libraries (Mon-Sat 7am – 9am) with Expanded Access technology. Mesa Express Library (MEL) is open Mon-Sat 7am – 8pm using Expanded Access technology. MEL hold lockers are available during park hours (sunrise – 10pm). To sign up for Expanded Access, visit our website.
LOCATIONS MAIN LIBRARY (MN) 64 E. 1st St. DOBSON RANCH LIBRARY (DR) 2425 S. Dobson Rd.
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Visit events.mesalibrary.org to register.
🎟 Ticketed event
Tickets are handed out 30 min prior to program start.
GATEWAY LIBRARY (GW)
480-644-3100 mesalibrary.org
5036 S. Eastmark Pkwy COMING FALL 2025 READ RUNNER BOOKMOBILE (RR) Various stops around Mesa RED MOUNTAIN LIBRARY (RM) 635 N. Power Rd. MESA EXPRESS LIBRARY (MEL) 7045 E. Monterey Ave.
Check our online calendar for the most up-to-date event information.
DONATE DAY: BOOK DONATION DRIVE Sat | Oct 18 | 9:00am – 12:00pm | RM Donate books, magazines, movies, and music without leaving your car! Volunteers will be on hand to unload your donation. One hundred percent of our used book sales proceeds stay with the library to support programs and services.
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Prerequisite Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.
⚙ THINKspot program
Need a library card? Scan this code!
Make and create in our THINKspot makerspace. To learn more about equipment and training visit: mesalibrary.org/thinkspot
🌞 Outdoor program
Some events, including most at Mesa Express Library, are held outdoors; please come prepared for the elements.
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