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!
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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
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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.
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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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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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KIDS ART CART Sat | Oct 18 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Let’s make something beautiful! Every month we will restock our art collection with new & interesting supplies. Explore new media to see what you like creating. Ages 5-12. BOOK BIRTHDAYS Mon | Oct 20 | 3:30pm – 4:30pm | MN Each month, we will create crafts themed to a book that is celebrating its “bookish birthday”! CRAFT-IN MOVIE: HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA Wed | Oct 1 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | DR Watch Hotel Transylvania (rated PG) and do crafts. CRIME FIGHTING DOG PARTY Fri | Oct 10 | 10:00am – 11:00am | DR Come join us for a Paw Patrol Party! We’ll read stories and do crafts. Ages 3-5. HALLOWEEN CRAFTS Wed | Oct 29 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | DR Come get in the Halloween spirit by making crafts! Ages 6-12. MAGICAL MOUSE DANCE PARTY Fri | Oct 24 | 10:00am – 10:30am | DR We’re having a Disney dance party! Costumes encouraged. Ages 2-5.
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OUTDOOR STEAM Tues | Oct 14 | 3:30pm – 4:15pm | MEL Come for a fun and engaging STEAM program featuring nature-inspired activities designed to spark curiosity and creativity! PICTURE BOOK COLLAGE Thurs | Oct 2 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | DR Make a collage using recycled picture books. Ages 6-12. SATURDAYS AT THE RANCH Saturdays | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Join us every Saturday for fun, self-led, family-friendly activities. SPOOKY TALES AT THE LIBRARY Mon | Oct 20 | 3:30pm – 4:30pm | RM Join us for spooktacular stories, songs, and crafts — costumes are optional! TRADING CARD GAME CLUB Wednesdays | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Bring your most powerful Pokémon™ deck to the library and play against other kids. If you don’t know how to play, we’ll teach you the basics. Loaner decks will be available on a first-come first-served basis. Coloring sheets and crafts will also be provided. WALK-IN WEDNESDAYS Wednesdays | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment -— something fun will be happening every Wednesday!
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Thurs | Oct 23 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MEL Wed | Oct 29 | 10:00am – 11:00am | RM Thurs | Oct 30 | 10:00am – 11:00am | DR Thurs | Oct 30 | 10:00am – 11:00am | MN It’s time for our annual Halloween Boo! Dress up, grab a treat bag, and trick-or-treat outside the library. We’ll have special guests at each event.
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TWEENS ages 8-12
BABY LAPSIT Wednesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | DR Wednesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | MN Fridays | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Fri | Oct 10, 24 | 9:00am – 9:30am | MEL Introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies ages birth-16 months.
APP ARTIST Tues | Oct 7 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Learn vector graphics, raster graphics, animation, and more. Space is limited.
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CAMPFIRE STORIES Mon | Oct 6 | 6:00pm – 6:30pm | MEL Join us for an evening storytime inspired by the great outdoors. FALL FOREST FRIENDS Fri | Oct 24 | 10:00am – 10:45am | MN Celebrate the magic of fall and our forest animal friends with this cozy storytime and craft. Ages 3-5. PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Tuesdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | DR Tuesdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | MN Tuesdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Wed | Oct 1, 8, 15, 22 | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Wed | Oct 1, 8, 15, 22 | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Join us for songs, stories, and silliness in this kindergarten readiness storytime. Ages 3-5.
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PAJAMA STORYTIME Thurs | Oct 2 | 7:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Tues | Oct 14 | 6:00pm – 6:30pm | MN Wear your pajamas and bring your favorite stuffed animal to an evening storytime. READ AROUND THE STORYWALK™: ABUELITA’S GIFT Mon | Oct 27 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MEL Take a stroll and enjoy a story in the fresh air! Abuelita’s Gift by Mariana Rios Ramirez is a story that’s perfect for readers of all ages to enjoy together.
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BOOKS TO MOVIES BOOK CLUB Sat | Oct 4 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Mon | Oct 6 | 4:30pm – 6:30pm | RM Each month we’ll watch a movie adaptation of a book and have a discussion about which was better: the book or the movie? Oct 4 (MN) - Matilda (rated PG) Oct 6 (RM) - The Borrowers (rated PG)
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CRAFT-ACTIVE LAB Tues | Oct 28 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN Get hands-on and explore crafts that will let your imagination shine.
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GATHER FOR MAGIC CARDS Tues | Oct 14 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Stop by THINKspot to play Magic the Gathering™.
CANDY ART Mon | Oct 27 | 4:00pm – 4:45pm | MN Create colorful art you can eat! COLLAGE CLUB Thurs | Oct 9 | 3:30pm – 4:30pm | MN Create an art collage! Recycled magazines will be provided for inspiration, but feel free to bring your own images too.
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FANFUL CRAFTS Thurs | Oct 23 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN Unleash your inner geek! This fandom crafting club is a way to connect over your favorite games, shows, and stories.
TINKERING FOR TODDLERS Fri | Oct 17 | 10:00am – 10:45am | DR A STEAM-based storytime that gives toddlers the opportunity to explore and be curious. Ages 2-3.
FIDGET KEYCHAINS Tues | Oct 14 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | DR Fidget keychains can help manage stress and anxiety. Make one for yourself and give one to a friend!
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RPG AT THE LIBRARY Wed | Oct 1 | 3:45pm – 4:45pm | MN Learn to play Dungeons & Dragons® with an experienced player. Already know how to play? Come in and use the space to lead your own campaign. SLIME TIME Wed | Oct 22 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | DR It’s Slime Time! Join us as we make different types of slime.
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FRAMED GHOST PORTRAITS Fri | Oct 24 | 3:30pm – 4:30pm | DR Use recycled items to make spooky ghost decorations.
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FRANKEYTOYS Tues | Oct 28 | 4:00pm – 6:00pm | RM Choose pieces of different toys and combine them to create your very own frankentoy!
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3D PRINT: SUGAR SKULLS Mon | Oct 27 | 10:00am –12:30pm | RM Learn the basics of 3D printing and watch the printer in action. Then paint a pre-made, flat, sugar skull to take home. AI AND THE INTELLIGENCE EXPLOSION Sat | Oct 4 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | DR Learn about the past, present, and future of Artificial Intelligence (AI) from members of the AI Safety Awareness Foundation.
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TWEEN GAMING Mon | Oct 6 | 3:30pm – 4:30pm | MN Bring your friends and join in the fun with Switch games like Super Smash Bros.
ART JOURNALING Fri | Oct 10 | 11:00am – 12:30pm | RM Integrate creativity into your daily life with an art journal. We’ll introduce some tips, crafts, and projects that can get you started. Materials provided.
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COLORING CLUB Thurs | Oct 2 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Relax and color your stress away. Coloring and card-making supplies will be provided. CRAFT NIGHT Wed | Oct 15 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Try your hand at a low-stakes craft night. This month we’ll make animal silhouettes.
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SPRINKLE STORIES Fri | Oct 10 | 10:00am – 10:45am | MN Join us on National Cake Decorating Day for a sweet storytime. Little ones can create their very own “cake”craft. Ages 3-5.
TODDLERTIME Mondays | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Mondays | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Tuesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Thurs | Oct 2, 9, 16, 23 | 10:00am – 10:30am | DR Thurs | Oct 2, 9, 16, 23 | 10:00am – 10:30am | MN Thurs | Oct 2, 9, 16, 23 | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Thurs | Oct 2 | 10:30am – 11:00am | OFFSITE Fri | Oct 3, 17, 31 | 10:30am – 11:00am | MEL Incorporates stories, music, and movement for children ages 16-36 months.
READ AND WRITE SCARY STORIES Wed | Oct 15 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | DR We’ll read excerpts from Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark, then write our own scary stories.
FROM PAGE TO SCREEN Thurs | Oct 16 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN It’s teen movie night with a film based off a book. Popcorn and snacks provided. NO SEW MONSTER PILLOWS Mon | Oct 27 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | RM Create your own monster pillow. No sewing required.
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CROCHET CIRCLE Tuesdays | 10:00am – 12:00pm | RM Learn crochet basics, work on creative projects, and enjoy a welcoming space to stitch and socialize. Supplies provided; all skill levels welcome.
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SEWING Wed | Oct 8 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN Learn how to use the Brother sewing machines by creating your own sewing project. Instruction and materials are provided.
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DIAMOND ART Mondays | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Come join us as we bejewel projects with this fascinating art form!
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SPOOKY VIRTUAL REALITY Sat | Oct 4 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Use the library’s virtual reality headsets to explore a haunted house, a magical castle, and more! SPOOKY WATER BOTTLE STICKERS Thurs | Oct 2 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Make some cute, seasonal stickers for your water bottle.
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CROCHET-ALONG Tues | Oct 21 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | RM Join us for a guided crochet-along. We’ll all work on the same pattern together. This group is perfect for those with basic crochet knowledge who want to build their skills. Supplies are provided.
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ESL CONVERSATION CLASS Saturdays | 1:00pm – 2:30pm | MN Saturdays | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Practice your intermediate English skills. Please bring a notebook and pencil.
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GLOWFORGE: PLANT MARKERS Sat | Oct 11 | 11:15am – 1:15pm | RM Learn Glowforge laser cutting basics, then create custom wooden plant markers.
GROWING SEASONS AND BASICS OF GROWING IN ARIZONA Sat | Oct 11 | 10:00am – 11:00am | RM Learn more about the gardening and the foundations of growing in Arizona with Master Gardener Pam Shields.
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KITH AND KIN WORKSHOP Tuesdays | Sept 16 thru Nov 25 11:30am – 1:30pm | RM The Kith and Kin Program is a 10-week series designed for family, friend and neighbor (FFN) caregivers; grandparents, family members, friends, neighbors and unrelated adults that support families with their childcare needs. Register by September 15: mesalibrary.org/events JANE AUSTEN FILM CLUB Wed | Oct 22 | 5:00pm – 7:15pm | RM Celebrate this influential author ahead of her 250th birthday in December! We’ll be watching film adaptations of some of Austen’s most popular works. This month is Sense and Sensibility (1995).
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LEARN TO CROCHET Thurs | Oct 9 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Thurs | Oct 9 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Learn a beginner crochet project with an experienced instructor. Feel free to bring your own project to work on in the company of others.
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LET’S EAT! Tues | Oct 21 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN Thurs | Oct 23 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN Learn how to make jam bars with our culinary enthusiast librarian. Please register for only one of the programs to ensure others can participate. Bon appétit! MEDICARE 101 Thurs | Oct 9 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | DR Wed | Oct 15 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN Medicare is a health insurance program for people 65+ years old and for those with certain disabilities. Learn about Medicare coverage, cost, restrictions, and additional benefits. Presented by a local Medicare agent from Connie Health, a team of licensed Medicare experts.
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MONDAY MORNING GARDENING Mon | Oct 20 | 10:00am – 11:00am | MEL Whether you’re a seasoned green thumb or just curious about starting a garden, come learn practical skills in a relaxed, social setting.
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PLANTING FOR BUTTERFLIES Sat | Oct 18 | 10:00am – 11:30am | RM Learn about designing a desert-adapted landscape to attract butterflies.
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RPG AT THE LIBRARY Sat | Oct 25 | 3:30pm – 4:45pm | MN Learn to play Dungeons & Dragons® with an experienced player. Already know how to play? Come in and use the space to lead your own campaign.
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SEWING Wed | Oct 15 | 5:30pm – 7:30pm | RM Wed | Oct 22 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN Learn how to use the THINKspot sewing machines by creating your own sewing project. Instruction and materials are provided.
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SEWING FOR GOOD Fri | Oct 24 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | RM In collaboration with KidsKindness.org, a local non-profit, we will sew drawstring bags for students in need at a local junior high.
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SPOOKY VIRTUAL REALITY Thurs | Oct 16 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | RM Use the library’s virtual reality headsets to explore a haunted house, a magical castle, and more! SURVIVAL GUIDE TO BUYING OR SELLING A HOME Sat | Oct 11 | 10:00am – 11:00am | DR Buying or selling a house can be intimidating. This seminar will help you prepare for crucial aspects of the process. WORKING WITH FAMILY TREES Thurs | Oct 30 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Learn about family trees in genealogy — what they are and how to build them.
SNOWBIRD GARDENING SUCCESS Thurs | Oct 16 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN Seasonal visitors or year-round residents: learn which cool-season flowers, herbs, and veggies thrive here, and how to grow them in patios, containers, or raised beds. Master Gardener Angela Judd will share layouts and low-maintenance care tips so you can enjoy fresh harvests and blooms all season long.
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SOUND HEALING MEDITATION Sat | Oct 25 | 11:30am – 12:00pm | RM Sat | Oct 25 | 12:15pm – 12:45pm | RM Sound healing practitioner Kari Levine will guide participants on a deeply inward journey, fostered by the calming and restorative effects of crystal singing bowls, rainstick, and melodically tuned chimes. Feel free to bring a blanket, yoga mat, or pillow(s); you may prefer lying down or sitting up. Please arrive a few minutes early to get settled. To maintain the meditative atmosphere, late entry will not be permitted. SOUTHWEST SHAKESPEARE COMPANY PRESENTS: QUEEN FOR A DAY Thurs | Oct 9 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN An interactive discussion about Elizabeth I: In Her Own Words, a tour de force onewoman show being presented by Southwest Shakespeare at Mesa Arts Center October 18-25. Come to engage with others and get a chance to win theatre tickets or books as door prizes.
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SPOOKY WATER BOTTLE STICKERS Thurs | Oct 15 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN Make some cute, seasonal stickers for your water bottle.
BOOK GROUPS BUSY HANDS BOOK CLUB Tues | Oct 14 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN The Sicilian Inheritance - Jo Piazza Bring your needlework project to work on while we talk about the book of the month. CHEER READERS Tues | Oct 28 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | OFFSITE The Reading List - Sara Nisha Adams FOREVER READING YA Thurs | Oct 16 | 6:30pm – 7:30pm | DR The Reappearance of Rachel Price - Holly Jackson JANE AUSTEN BOOK CLUB Wed | Oct 15 | 5:00pm – 6:00pm | RM Sense and Sensibility - Jane Austen FICTION FOLKS Thurs | Oct 9 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DR James: A Novel - Percival Everett A NOVEL APPROACH Mon | Oct 13 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | OFFSITE The Midnight Library - Matt Haig WHO PICKED THIS BOOK? Tues | Oct 7 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | OFFSITE The Midnight Library - Matt Haig
KIDS ART CART Sat | Oct 18 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Let’s make something beautiful! Every month we will restock our art collection with new & interesting supplies. Explore new media to see what you like creating. Ages 5-12. BOOK BIRTHDAYS Mon | Oct 20 | 3:30pm – 4:30pm | MN Each month, we will create crafts themed to a book that is celebrating its “bookish birthday”! CRAFT-IN MOVIE: HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA Wed | Oct 1 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | DR Watch Hotel Transylvania (rated PG) and do crafts. CRIME FIGHTING DOG PARTY Fri | Oct 10 | 10:00am – 11:00am | DR Come join us for a Paw Patrol Party! We’ll read stories and do crafts. Ages 3-5. HALLOWEEN CRAFTS Wed | Oct 29 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | DR Come get in the Halloween spirit by making crafts! Ages 6-12. MAGICAL MOUSE DANCE PARTY Fri | Oct 24 | 10:00am – 10:30am | DR We’re having a Disney dance party! Costumes encouraged. Ages 2-5.
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OUTDOOR STEAM Tues | Oct 14 | 3:30pm – 4:15pm | MEL Come for a fun and engaging STEAM program featuring nature-inspired activities designed to spark curiosity and creativity! PICTURE BOOK COLLAGE Thurs | Oct 2 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | DR Make a collage using recycled picture books. Ages 6-12. SATURDAYS AT THE RANCH Saturdays | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Join us every Saturday for fun, self-led, family-friendly activities. SPOOKY TALES AT THE LIBRARY Mon | Oct 20 | 3:30pm – 4:30pm | RM Join us for spooktacular stories, songs, and crafts — costumes are optional! TRADING CARD GAME CLUB Wednesdays | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Bring your most powerful Pokémon™ deck to the library and play against other kids. If you don’t know how to play, we’ll teach you the basics. Loaner decks will be available on a first-come first-served basis. Coloring sheets and crafts will also be provided. WALK-IN WEDNESDAYS Wednesdays | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment -— something fun will be happening every Wednesday!
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TWEENS ages 8-12
BABY LAPSIT Wednesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | DR Wednesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | MN Fridays | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Fri | Oct 10, 24 | 9:00am – 9:30am | MEL Introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies ages birth-16 months.
APP ARTIST Tues | Oct 7 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Learn vector graphics, raster graphics, animation, and more. Space is limited.
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CAMPFIRE STORIES Mon | Oct 6 | 6:00pm – 6:30pm | MEL Join us for an evening storytime inspired by the great outdoors. FALL FOREST FRIENDS Fri | Oct 24 | 10:00am – 10:45am | MN Celebrate the magic of fall and our forest animal friends with this cozy storytime and craft. Ages 3-5. PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Tuesdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | DR Tuesdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | MN Tuesdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Wed | Oct 1, 8, 15, 22 | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Wed | Oct 1, 8, 15, 22 | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Join us for songs, stories, and silliness in this kindergarten readiness storytime. Ages 3-5.
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PAJAMA STORYTIME Thurs | Oct 2 | 7:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Tues | Oct 14 | 6:00pm – 6:30pm | MN Wear your pajamas and bring your favorite stuffed animal to an evening storytime. READ AROUND THE STORYWALK™: ABUELITA’S GIFT Mon | Oct 27 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MEL Take a stroll and enjoy a story in the fresh air! Abuelita’s Gift by Mariana Rios Ramirez is a story that’s perfect for readers of all ages to enjoy together.
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BOOKS TO MOVIES BOOK CLUB Sat | Oct 4 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Mon | Oct 6 | 4:30pm – 6:30pm | RM Each month we’ll watch a movie adaptation of a book and have a discussion about which was better: the book or the movie? Oct 4 (MN) - Matilda (rated PG) Oct 6 (RM) - The Borrowers (rated PG)
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CRAFT-ACTIVE LAB Tues | Oct 28 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN Get hands-on and explore crafts that will let your imagination shine.
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GATHER FOR MAGIC CARDS Tues | Oct 14 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Stop by THINKspot to play Magic the Gathering™.
CANDY ART Mon | Oct 27 | 4:00pm – 4:45pm | MN Create colorful art you can eat! COLLAGE CLUB Thurs | Oct 9 | 3:30pm – 4:30pm | MN Create an art collage! Recycled magazines will be provided for inspiration, but feel free to bring your own images too.
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FANFUL CRAFTS Thurs | Oct 23 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN Unleash your inner geek! This fandom crafting club is a way to connect over your favorite games, shows, and stories.
TINKERING FOR TODDLERS Fri | Oct 17 | 10:00am – 10:45am | DR A STEAM-based storytime that gives toddlers the opportunity to explore and be curious. Ages 2-3.
FIDGET KEYCHAINS Tues | Oct 14 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | DR Fidget keychains can help manage stress and anxiety. Make one for yourself and give one to a friend!
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RPG AT THE LIBRARY Wed | Oct 1 | 3:45pm – 4:45pm | MN Learn to play Dungeons & Dragons® with an experienced player. Already know how to play? Come in and use the space to lead your own campaign. SLIME TIME Wed | Oct 22 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | DR It’s Slime Time! Join us as we make different types of slime.
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FRAMED GHOST PORTRAITS Fri | Oct 24 | 3:30pm – 4:30pm | DR Use recycled items to make spooky ghost decorations.
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FRANKEYTOYS Tues | Oct 28 | 4:00pm – 6:00pm | RM Choose pieces of different toys and combine them to create your very own frankentoy!
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3D PRINT: SUGAR SKULLS Mon | Oct 27 | 10:00am –12:30pm | RM Learn the basics of 3D printing and watch the printer in action. Then paint a pre-made, flat, sugar skull to take home. AI AND THE INTELLIGENCE EXPLOSION Sat | Oct 4 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | DR Learn about the past, present, and future of Artificial Intelligence (AI) from members of the AI Safety Awareness Foundation.
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TWEEN GAMING Mon | Oct 6 | 3:30pm – 4:30pm | MN Bring your friends and join in the fun with Switch games like Super Smash Bros.
ART JOURNALING Fri | Oct 10 | 11:00am – 12:30pm | RM Integrate creativity into your daily life with an art journal. We’ll introduce some tips, crafts, and projects that can get you started. Materials provided.
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COLORING CLUB Thurs | Oct 2 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Relax and color your stress away. Coloring and card-making supplies will be provided. CRAFT NIGHT Wed | Oct 15 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Try your hand at a low-stakes craft night. This month we’ll make animal silhouettes.
TEENS ages 12-18
SPRINKLE STORIES Fri | Oct 10 | 10:00am – 10:45am | MN Join us on National Cake Decorating Day for a sweet storytime. Little ones can create their very own “cake”craft. Ages 3-5.
TODDLERTIME Mondays | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Mondays | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Tuesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Thurs | Oct 2, 9, 16, 23 | 10:00am – 10:30am | DR Thurs | Oct 2, 9, 16, 23 | 10:00am – 10:30am | MN Thurs | Oct 2, 9, 16, 23 | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Thurs | Oct 2 | 10:30am – 11:00am | OFFSITE Fri | Oct 3, 17, 31 | 10:30am – 11:00am | MEL Incorporates stories, music, and movement for children ages 16-36 months.
READ AND WRITE SCARY STORIES Wed | Oct 15 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | DR We’ll read excerpts from Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark, then write our own scary stories.
FROM PAGE TO SCREEN Thurs | Oct 16 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN It’s teen movie night with a film based off a book. Popcorn and snacks provided. NO SEW MONSTER PILLOWS Mon | Oct 27 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | RM Create your own monster pillow. No sewing required.
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CROCHET CIRCLE Tuesdays | 10:00am – 12:00pm | RM Learn crochet basics, work on creative projects, and enjoy a welcoming space to stitch and socialize. Supplies provided; all skill levels welcome.
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SEWING Wed | Oct 8 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN Learn how to use the Brother sewing machines by creating your own sewing project. Instruction and materials are provided.
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DIAMOND ART Mondays | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Come join us as we bejewel projects with this fascinating art form!
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SPOOKY VIRTUAL REALITY Sat | Oct 4 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Use the library’s virtual reality headsets to explore a haunted house, a magical castle, and more! SPOOKY WATER BOTTLE STICKERS Thurs | Oct 2 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Make some cute, seasonal stickers for your water bottle.
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CROCHET-ALONG Tues | Oct 21 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | RM Join us for a guided crochet-along. We’ll all work on the same pattern together. This group is perfect for those with basic crochet knowledge who want to build their skills. Supplies are provided.
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ESL CONVERSATION CLASS Saturdays | 1:00pm – 2:30pm | MN Saturdays | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Practice your intermediate English skills. Please bring a notebook and pencil.
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GLOWFORGE: PLANT MARKERS Sat | Oct 11 | 11:15am – 1:15pm | RM Learn Glowforge laser cutting basics, then create custom wooden plant markers.
GROWING SEASONS AND BASICS OF GROWING IN ARIZONA Sat | Oct 11 | 10:00am – 11:00am | RM Learn more about the gardening and the foundations of growing in Arizona with Master Gardener Pam Shields.
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KITH AND KIN WORKSHOP Tuesdays | Sept 16 thru Nov 25 11:30am – 1:30pm | RM The Kith and Kin Program is a 10-week series designed for family, friend and neighbor (FFN) caregivers; grandparents, family members, friends, neighbors and unrelated adults that support families with their childcare needs. Register by September 15: mesalibrary.org/events JANE AUSTEN FILM CLUB Wed | Oct 22 | 5:00pm – 7:15pm | RM Celebrate this influential author ahead of her 250th birthday in December! We’ll be watching film adaptations of some of Austen’s most popular works. This month is Sense and Sensibility (1995).
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LEARN TO CROCHET Thurs | Oct 9 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Thurs | Oct 9 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Learn a beginner crochet project with an experienced instructor. Feel free to bring your own project to work on in the company of others.
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LET’S EAT! Tues | Oct 21 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN Thurs | Oct 23 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN Learn how to make jam bars with our culinary enthusiast librarian. Please register for only one of the programs to ensure others can participate. Bon appétit! MEDICARE 101 Thurs | Oct 9 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | DR Wed | Oct 15 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN Medicare is a health insurance program for people 65+ years old and for those with certain disabilities. Learn about Medicare coverage, cost, restrictions, and additional benefits. Presented by a local Medicare agent from Connie Health, a team of licensed Medicare experts.
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MONDAY MORNING GARDENING Mon | Oct 20 | 10:00am – 11:00am | MEL Whether you’re a seasoned green thumb or just curious about starting a garden, come learn practical skills in a relaxed, social setting.
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PLANTING FOR BUTTERFLIES Sat | Oct 18 | 10:00am – 11:30am | RM Learn about designing a desert-adapted landscape to attract butterflies.
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RPG AT THE LIBRARY Sat | Oct 25 | 3:30pm – 4:45pm | MN Learn to play Dungeons & Dragons® with an experienced player. Already know how to play? Come in and use the space to lead your own campaign.
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SEWING Wed | Oct 15 | 5:30pm – 7:30pm | RM Wed | Oct 22 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN Learn how to use the THINKspot sewing machines by creating your own sewing project. Instruction and materials are provided.
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SEWING FOR GOOD Fri | Oct 24 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | RM In collaboration with KidsKindness.org, a local non-profit, we will sew drawstring bags for students in need at a local junior high.
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SPOOKY VIRTUAL REALITY Thurs | Oct 16 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | RM Use the library’s virtual reality headsets to explore a haunted house, a magical castle, and more! SURVIVAL GUIDE TO BUYING OR SELLING A HOME Sat | Oct 11 | 10:00am – 11:00am | DR Buying or selling a house can be intimidating. This seminar will help you prepare for crucial aspects of the process. WORKING WITH FAMILY TREES Thurs | Oct 30 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Learn about family trees in genealogy — what they are and how to build them.
SNOWBIRD GARDENING SUCCESS Thurs | Oct 16 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN Seasonal visitors or year-round residents: learn which cool-season flowers, herbs, and veggies thrive here, and how to grow them in patios, containers, or raised beds. Master Gardener Angela Judd will share layouts and low-maintenance care tips so you can enjoy fresh harvests and blooms all season long.
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SOUND HEALING MEDITATION Sat | Oct 25 | 11:30am – 12:00pm | RM Sat | Oct 25 | 12:15pm – 12:45pm | RM Sound healing practitioner Kari Levine will guide participants on a deeply inward journey, fostered by the calming and restorative effects of crystal singing bowls, rainstick, and melodically tuned chimes. Feel free to bring a blanket, yoga mat, or pillow(s); you may prefer lying down or sitting up. Please arrive a few minutes early to get settled. To maintain the meditative atmosphere, late entry will not be permitted. SOUTHWEST SHAKESPEARE COMPANY PRESENTS: QUEEN FOR A DAY Thurs | Oct 9 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN An interactive discussion about Elizabeth I: In Her Own Words, a tour de force onewoman show being presented by Southwest Shakespeare at Mesa Arts Center October 18-25. Come to engage with others and get a chance to win theatre tickets or books as door prizes.
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SPOOKY WATER BOTTLE STICKERS Thurs | Oct 15 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN Make some cute, seasonal stickers for your water bottle.
BOOK GROUPS BUSY HANDS BOOK CLUB Tues | Oct 14 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN The Sicilian Inheritance - Jo Piazza Bring your needlework project to work on while we talk about the book of the month. CHEER READERS Tues | Oct 28 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | OFFSITE The Reading List - Sara Nisha Adams FOREVER READING YA Thurs | Oct 16 | 6:30pm – 7:30pm | DR The Reappearance of Rachel Price - Holly Jackson JANE AUSTEN BOOK CLUB Wed | Oct 15 | 5:00pm – 6:00pm | RM Sense and Sensibility - Jane Austen FICTION FOLKS Thurs | Oct 9 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DR James: A Novel - Percival Everett A NOVEL APPROACH Mon | Oct 13 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | OFFSITE The Midnight Library - Matt Haig WHO PICKED THIS BOOK? Tues | Oct 7 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | OFFSITE The Midnight Library - Matt Haig
KIDS ART CART Sat | Oct 18 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Let’s make something beautiful! Every month we will restock our art collection with new & interesting supplies. Explore new media to see what you like creating. Ages 5-12. BOOK BIRTHDAYS Mon | Oct 20 | 3:30pm – 4:30pm | MN Each month, we will create crafts themed to a book that is celebrating its “bookish birthday”! CRAFT-IN MOVIE: HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA Wed | Oct 1 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | DR Watch Hotel Transylvania (rated PG) and do crafts. CRIME FIGHTING DOG PARTY Fri | Oct 10 | 10:00am – 11:00am | DR Come join us for a Paw Patrol Party! We’ll read stories and do crafts. Ages 3-5. HALLOWEEN CRAFTS Wed | Oct 29 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | DR Come get in the Halloween spirit by making crafts! Ages 6-12. MAGICAL MOUSE DANCE PARTY Fri | Oct 24 | 10:00am – 10:30am | DR We’re having a Disney dance party! Costumes encouraged. Ages 2-5.
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OUTDOOR STEAM Tues | Oct 14 | 3:30pm – 4:15pm | MEL Come for a fun and engaging STEAM program featuring nature-inspired activities designed to spark curiosity and creativity! PICTURE BOOK COLLAGE Thurs | Oct 2 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | DR Make a collage using recycled picture books. Ages 6-12. SATURDAYS AT THE RANCH Saturdays | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Join us every Saturday for fun, self-led, family-friendly activities. SPOOKY TALES AT THE LIBRARY Mon | Oct 20 | 3:30pm – 4:30pm | RM Join us for spooktacular stories, songs, and crafts — costumes are optional! TRADING CARD GAME CLUB Wednesdays | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Bring your most powerful Pokémon™ deck to the library and play against other kids. If you don’t know how to play, we’ll teach you the basics. Loaner decks will be available on a first-come first-served basis. Coloring sheets and crafts will also be provided. WALK-IN WEDNESDAYS Wednesdays | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment -— something fun will be happening every Wednesday!
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Thurs | Oct 23 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MEL Wed | Oct 29 | 10:00am – 11:00am | RM Thurs | Oct 30 | 10:00am – 11:00am | DR Thurs | Oct 30 | 10:00am – 11:00am | MN It’s time for our annual Halloween Boo! Dress up, grab a treat bag, and trick-or-treat outside the library. We’ll have special guests at each event.
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TWEENS ages 8-12
BABY LAPSIT Wednesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | DR Wednesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | MN Fridays | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Fri | Oct 10, 24 | 9:00am – 9:30am | MEL Introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies ages birth-16 months.
APP ARTIST Tues | Oct 7 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Learn vector graphics, raster graphics, animation, and more. Space is limited.
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CAMPFIRE STORIES Mon | Oct 6 | 6:00pm – 6:30pm | MEL Join us for an evening storytime inspired by the great outdoors. FALL FOREST FRIENDS Fri | Oct 24 | 10:00am – 10:45am | MN Celebrate the magic of fall and our forest animal friends with this cozy storytime and craft. Ages 3-5. PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Tuesdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | DR Tuesdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | MN Tuesdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Wed | Oct 1, 8, 15, 22 | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Wed | Oct 1, 8, 15, 22 | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Join us for songs, stories, and silliness in this kindergarten readiness storytime. Ages 3-5.
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PAJAMA STORYTIME Thurs | Oct 2 | 7:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Tues | Oct 14 | 6:00pm – 6:30pm | MN Wear your pajamas and bring your favorite stuffed animal to an evening storytime. READ AROUND THE STORYWALK™: ABUELITA’S GIFT Mon | Oct 27 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MEL Take a stroll and enjoy a story in the fresh air! Abuelita’s Gift by Mariana Rios Ramirez is a story that’s perfect for readers of all ages to enjoy together.
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BOOKS TO MOVIES BOOK CLUB Sat | Oct 4 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Mon | Oct 6 | 4:30pm – 6:30pm | RM Each month we’ll watch a movie adaptation of a book and have a discussion about which was better: the book or the movie? Oct 4 (MN) - Matilda (rated PG) Oct 6 (RM) - The Borrowers (rated PG)
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CRAFT-ACTIVE LAB Tues | Oct 28 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN Get hands-on and explore crafts that will let your imagination shine.
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GATHER FOR MAGIC CARDS Tues | Oct 14 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Stop by THINKspot to play Magic the Gathering™.
CANDY ART Mon | Oct 27 | 4:00pm – 4:45pm | MN Create colorful art you can eat! COLLAGE CLUB Thurs | Oct 9 | 3:30pm – 4:30pm | MN Create an art collage! Recycled magazines will be provided for inspiration, but feel free to bring your own images too.
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FANFUL CRAFTS Thurs | Oct 23 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN Unleash your inner geek! This fandom crafting club is a way to connect over your favorite games, shows, and stories.
TINKERING FOR TODDLERS Fri | Oct 17 | 10:00am – 10:45am | DR A STEAM-based storytime that gives toddlers the opportunity to explore and be curious. Ages 2-3.
FIDGET KEYCHAINS Tues | Oct 14 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | DR Fidget keychains can help manage stress and anxiety. Make one for yourself and give one to a friend!
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RPG AT THE LIBRARY Wed | Oct 1 | 3:45pm – 4:45pm | MN Learn to play Dungeons & Dragons® with an experienced player. Already know how to play? Come in and use the space to lead your own campaign. SLIME TIME Wed | Oct 22 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | DR It’s Slime Time! Join us as we make different types of slime.
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FRAMED GHOST PORTRAITS Fri | Oct 24 | 3:30pm – 4:30pm | DR Use recycled items to make spooky ghost decorations.
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FRANKEYTOYS Tues | Oct 28 | 4:00pm – 6:00pm | RM Choose pieces of different toys and combine them to create your very own frankentoy!
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3D PRINT: SUGAR SKULLS Mon | Oct 27 | 10:00am –12:30pm | RM Learn the basics of 3D printing and watch the printer in action. Then paint a pre-made, flat, sugar skull to take home. AI AND THE INTELLIGENCE EXPLOSION Sat | Oct 4 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | DR Learn about the past, present, and future of Artificial Intelligence (AI) from members of the AI Safety Awareness Foundation.
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TWEEN GAMING Mon | Oct 6 | 3:30pm – 4:30pm | MN Bring your friends and join in the fun with Switch games like Super Smash Bros.
ART JOURNALING Fri | Oct 10 | 11:00am – 12:30pm | RM Integrate creativity into your daily life with an art journal. We’ll introduce some tips, crafts, and projects that can get you started. Materials provided.
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COLORING CLUB Thurs | Oct 2 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Relax and color your stress away. Coloring and card-making supplies will be provided. CRAFT NIGHT Wed | Oct 15 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Try your hand at a low-stakes craft night. This month we’ll make animal silhouettes.
TEENS ages 12-18
SPRINKLE STORIES Fri | Oct 10 | 10:00am – 10:45am | MN Join us on National Cake Decorating Day for a sweet storytime. Little ones can create their very own “cake”craft. Ages 3-5.
TODDLERTIME Mondays | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Mondays | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Tuesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Thurs | Oct 2, 9, 16, 23 | 10:00am – 10:30am | DR Thurs | Oct 2, 9, 16, 23 | 10:00am – 10:30am | MN Thurs | Oct 2, 9, 16, 23 | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Thurs | Oct 2 | 10:30am – 11:00am | OFFSITE Fri | Oct 3, 17, 31 | 10:30am – 11:00am | MEL Incorporates stories, music, and movement for children ages 16-36 months.
READ AND WRITE SCARY STORIES Wed | Oct 15 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | DR We’ll read excerpts from Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark, then write our own scary stories.
FROM PAGE TO SCREEN Thurs | Oct 16 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN It’s teen movie night with a film based off a book. Popcorn and snacks provided. NO SEW MONSTER PILLOWS Mon | Oct 27 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | RM Create your own monster pillow. No sewing required.
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CROCHET CIRCLE Tuesdays | 10:00am – 12:00pm | RM Learn crochet basics, work on creative projects, and enjoy a welcoming space to stitch and socialize. Supplies provided; all skill levels welcome.
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SEWING Wed | Oct 8 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN Learn how to use the Brother sewing machines by creating your own sewing project. Instruction and materials are provided.
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DIAMOND ART Mondays | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Come join us as we bejewel projects with this fascinating art form!
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SPOOKY VIRTUAL REALITY Sat | Oct 4 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Use the library’s virtual reality headsets to explore a haunted house, a magical castle, and more! SPOOKY WATER BOTTLE STICKERS Thurs | Oct 2 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Make some cute, seasonal stickers for your water bottle.
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CROCHET-ALONG Tues | Oct 21 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | RM Join us for a guided crochet-along. We’ll all work on the same pattern together. This group is perfect for those with basic crochet knowledge who want to build their skills. Supplies are provided.
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ESL CONVERSATION CLASS Saturdays | 1:00pm – 2:30pm | MN Saturdays | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Practice your intermediate English skills. Please bring a notebook and pencil.
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GLOWFORGE: PLANT MARKERS Sat | Oct 11 | 11:15am – 1:15pm | RM Learn Glowforge laser cutting basics, then create custom wooden plant markers.
GROWING SEASONS AND BASICS OF GROWING IN ARIZONA Sat | Oct 11 | 10:00am – 11:00am | RM Learn more about the gardening and the foundations of growing in Arizona with Master Gardener Pam Shields.
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KITH AND KIN WORKSHOP Tuesdays | Sept 16 thru Nov 25 11:30am – 1:30pm | RM The Kith and Kin Program is a 10-week series designed for family, friend and neighbor (FFN) caregivers; grandparents, family members, friends, neighbors and unrelated adults that support families with their childcare needs. Register by September 15: mesalibrary.org/events JANE AUSTEN FILM CLUB Wed | Oct 22 | 5:00pm – 7:15pm | RM Celebrate this influential author ahead of her 250th birthday in December! We’ll be watching film adaptations of some of Austen’s most popular works. This month is Sense and Sensibility (1995).
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LEARN TO CROCHET Thurs | Oct 9 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Thurs | Oct 9 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Learn a beginner crochet project with an experienced instructor. Feel free to bring your own project to work on in the company of others.
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LET’S EAT! Tues | Oct 21 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN Thurs | Oct 23 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN Learn how to make jam bars with our culinary enthusiast librarian. Please register for only one of the programs to ensure others can participate. Bon appétit! MEDICARE 101 Thurs | Oct 9 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | DR Wed | Oct 15 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN Medicare is a health insurance program for people 65+ years old and for those with certain disabilities. Learn about Medicare coverage, cost, restrictions, and additional benefits. Presented by a local Medicare agent from Connie Health, a team of licensed Medicare experts.
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MONDAY MORNING GARDENING Mon | Oct 20 | 10:00am – 11:00am | MEL Whether you’re a seasoned green thumb or just curious about starting a garden, come learn practical skills in a relaxed, social setting.
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PLANTING FOR BUTTERFLIES Sat | Oct 18 | 10:00am – 11:30am | RM Learn about designing a desert-adapted landscape to attract butterflies.
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RPG AT THE LIBRARY Sat | Oct 25 | 3:30pm – 4:45pm | MN Learn to play Dungeons & Dragons® with an experienced player. Already know how to play? Come in and use the space to lead your own campaign.
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SEWING Wed | Oct 15 | 5:30pm – 7:30pm | RM Wed | Oct 22 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN Learn how to use the THINKspot sewing machines by creating your own sewing project. Instruction and materials are provided.
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SEWING FOR GOOD Fri | Oct 24 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | RM In collaboration with KidsKindness.org, a local non-profit, we will sew drawstring bags for students in need at a local junior high.
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SPOOKY VIRTUAL REALITY Thurs | Oct 16 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | RM Use the library’s virtual reality headsets to explore a haunted house, a magical castle, and more! SURVIVAL GUIDE TO BUYING OR SELLING A HOME Sat | Oct 11 | 10:00am – 11:00am | DR Buying or selling a house can be intimidating. This seminar will help you prepare for crucial aspects of the process. WORKING WITH FAMILY TREES Thurs | Oct 30 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Learn about family trees in genealogy — what they are and how to build them.
SNOWBIRD GARDENING SUCCESS Thurs | Oct 16 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN Seasonal visitors or year-round residents: learn which cool-season flowers, herbs, and veggies thrive here, and how to grow them in patios, containers, or raised beds. Master Gardener Angela Judd will share layouts and low-maintenance care tips so you can enjoy fresh harvests and blooms all season long.
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SOUND HEALING MEDITATION Sat | Oct 25 | 11:30am – 12:00pm | RM Sat | Oct 25 | 12:15pm – 12:45pm | RM Sound healing practitioner Kari Levine will guide participants on a deeply inward journey, fostered by the calming and restorative effects of crystal singing bowls, rainstick, and melodically tuned chimes. Feel free to bring a blanket, yoga mat, or pillow(s); you may prefer lying down or sitting up. Please arrive a few minutes early to get settled. To maintain the meditative atmosphere, late entry will not be permitted. SOUTHWEST SHAKESPEARE COMPANY PRESENTS: QUEEN FOR A DAY Thurs | Oct 9 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN An interactive discussion about Elizabeth I: In Her Own Words, a tour de force onewoman show being presented by Southwest Shakespeare at Mesa Arts Center October 18-25. Come to engage with others and get a chance to win theatre tickets or books as door prizes.
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SPOOKY WATER BOTTLE STICKERS Thurs | Oct 15 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN Make some cute, seasonal stickers for your water bottle.
BOOK GROUPS BUSY HANDS BOOK CLUB Tues | Oct 14 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN The Sicilian Inheritance - Jo Piazza Bring your needlework project to work on while we talk about the book of the month. CHEER READERS Tues | Oct 28 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | OFFSITE The Reading List - Sara Nisha Adams FOREVER READING YA Thurs | Oct 16 | 6:30pm – 7:30pm | DR The Reappearance of Rachel Price - Holly Jackson JANE AUSTEN BOOK CLUB Wed | Oct 15 | 5:00pm – 6:00pm | RM Sense and Sensibility - Jane Austen FICTION FOLKS Thurs | Oct 9 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DR James: A Novel - Percival Everett A NOVEL APPROACH Mon | Oct 13 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | OFFSITE The Midnight Library - Matt Haig WHO PICKED THIS BOOK? Tues | Oct 7 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | OFFSITE The Midnight Library - Matt Haig
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.
MONDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
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?
SATURDAY
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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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October 2025
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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News & Events
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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.
I LOVE
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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.
HOW TO READ THIS GUIDE:
☑ Registration required
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.
mesalibrary.org/getacard
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
☑
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.
☑
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.
MONDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
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.
🌞
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?
SATURDAY
⚙☑
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.
⚙☑
October 2025
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.
⚙☑
News & Events
⚙
THINKSPOT HELP HOUR Wed | Oct 1 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN Stop by and get expert help on the machines in THINKspot.
I LOVE
⚙☑
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
⚙☑
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.
HOW TO READ THIS GUIDE:
☑ Registration required
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.
†
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.
mesalibrary.org/getacard