Mesa Public Library April 2022 Events

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April 2022

Check out a TrickleStar Energy monitor from our Stuffbrary to analyze your household appliance and electronic use.

Lower your carbon footprint with locally grown food. Start a backyard garden with seeds from our Seed Library.

Attend a Living Green workshop. We partner with the City’s Environmental Management & Sustainability department to offer classes on different sustainability subjects.

Check out mesalibrary.org/about–library–sustainability to learn more about what we’re doing to make Mesa Public Library a more sustainable organization!

Magazines on Overdrive

CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS Renovations are underway at the Dobson Ranch Library.

Construction will expand the library's footprint by 1600 square feet, and will add a THINKspot makerspace for community innovation and networking.

This is the biggest renovation the Dobson Ranch Library has undergone since it was built in 1987. Funding for the renovation is from the Parks and Culture Bond approved by Mesa voters in 2018.

Library events, hours, and construction related closure information can be found on our website, mesalibrary.org.

Earth Day Every Day

Additionally, the façade of the building will be updated. The improved entry will offer greater visibility and convenience for library users.

Since 1970, Earth Day has been celebrated on April 22 as a way to mark the importance of taking care of our environment. We’re working to make sure our everyday practices are good for the planet we all share.

PUBLIC MEETING FOR SOUTHEAST LIBRARY ☑

Documentaries on Kanopy

The Great Courses

Tues | Apr 5 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | Online Join Mesa Public Library and the City of Mesa Engineering team to weigh in about the new library planned in Southeast Mesa (in the Eastmark neighborhood at Ray Rd. & Ellsworth Rd.).

The City of Mesa has formed its first Climate Action Plan, a Mayor and Council priority initiative, to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in our community, and address the negative outcomes of a changing climate. Leading by example, the

Artist’s rendering of the new entrance of the Dobson Ranch Library

MAIN LIBRARY (MN) and THINKspot @ Main 64 E. 1st St.

HOURS OF OPERATION Monday 10:00am – 8:00pm Tuesday 10:00am – 8:00pm Wednesday 10:00am – 8:00pm Thursday 10:00am – 8:00pm Friday 10:00am – 5:00pm Saturday 10:00am – 5:00pm Sunday Closed All locations are open 9:00am – 10:00am, Monday through Saturday, for self-service. ☑

DOBSON RANCH LIBRARY (DR) THINKspot coming soon!

2425 S. Dobson Rd.

480-644-3100

RED MOUNTAIN LIBRARY (RM) and THINKspot @ Red Mountain 635 N. Power Rd.

Indicates registration required. Visit mesalibrary.org or call to register.

Check our online calendar for the most up-to-date information.

HOW TO READ THIS GUIDE: ☑

Plan establishes policy directive, sets targets, and describes strategies that will increase sustainability in City operations.

Read the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan at: mesaaz.gov/climateaction Get tips on living green at: mesaaz.gov/sustainability Learn about the Library’s efforts at: mesalibrary.org/about–library–sustainability

Need a library card?

Scan this code to apply online!

Registration required

⚙ THINKspot Program

Look for this icon to make and create in THINKspot—a makerspace inside the Main and Red Mountain libraries (and coming soon to Dobson Ranch!). THINKspot has the technology and equipment for all your projects. To learn more about available equipment and training visit mesalibrary.org/thinkspot.

Library Card Application mesalibrary.org/getacard

This newsletter is recyclable. For recycling information, visit mesarecycles.org

Kids BIODEGRADABLE ICE CREAM CONE SEED GARDENS ☑ Wed | Apr 20 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Young gardeners can start an environmentally friendly garden using seeds and ice cream cones while learning about the lifecycle of a plant.

CATAPULT FLASH CHALLENGE Sat | Apr 30 | 10:30am – 11:30am | RM Challenge your ingenuity and creativity. Create a catapult with the supplies we give you, then we will see whose catapult will shoot marshmallows the farthest.

EXPRESS ACTING TROUPE: THE MYSTERIOUS DISAPPEARANCE OF THE RED CAPE Sat | Apr 16 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Travel with East Valley Children’s Theatre’s Express Acting Troupe as we solve the case of the mysterious disappearance of the red cape.

Who saw it last? Where did it go? Will we ever find it? It’s a mystery!

KID-MADE QUILT: LOVE YOUR EARTH Wed | Apr 13 | 2:30pm – 3:30pm | RM Decorate a fabric quilt square to share your commitment to protect the planet for our We Love the Earth Quilt. We’ll join all the squares together and hang the quilt in the children’s room at Red Mountain. Ages 6-12.

Storytimes All storytimes are ticketed events. Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.

AROUND THE WORLD STORYTIME Fri | Apr 1, 15, 29 | 10:00am – 10:30am | MN Learn about the people and animals of various countries with songs, stories, maps, and crafts.

Ages 3-7.

BABY LAPSIT Wednesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | DR Wednesdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | MN Fridays | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies ages birth-16 months.

LEGO® CLUB Sat | Apr 2 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Mon | Apr 11, 25 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Explore your creative side with LEGO®.

LET’S PLAY! Sat | Apr 2, 16, 30 | 10:00am – 11:00am | MN Join us for a morning of play. You and your young child will engage in meaningful play that will enhance a variety of skills. A kit with corresponding materials for the day’s theme will be available for check out. Ages 3-5.

LETTERS TO BELOVED CHARACTERS: MISS FRIZZLE All Day | Apr 1-18 | RM If you have a burning question for Miss Frizzle from “The Magic School Bus,” now is your chance to ask! This activity will be available at the Red Mountain children's desk April 1-18.

Children can pick up "their mail" beginning April 30. Ages 4-7.

LIBRARY SCIENCE LAB Wed | Apr 13, 27 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Design and carry out experiments to help you learn more about science. Ages 5-10.

LITTLE CRAFTERS Wed | Apr 6, 20 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Create pieces of artwork using different types of techniques and mediums. Be prepared to get a little messy! Ages 5-8.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Tuesdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | MN Tuesdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | DR Tuesdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Wed | Apr 6, 13, 27 | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Wed | Apr 13, 20, 27 | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Thurs | Apr 14 | 10:00am – 10:30am | RM Join us for songs, stories, and silliness in this kindergarten readiness storytime. Ages 3-5.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME PRESENTS: ARTFUL TALES WITH THE IDEA MUSEUM Thurs | Apr 14 | 10:00am – 10:30am | RM At this special storytime with the i.d.e.a.

Museum, we’ll read What We’ll Build by Oliver Jeffers, and create 3D houses using paper bags and shape cut-outs. Ages 3-5.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME PRESENTS: AUTHOR LEE WILDER Wed | Apr 13 | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Wed | Apr 13 | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Author Lee Wilder, will read from her Endangered Fairytails series, which re-tells classic fairytales to teach children about endangered animals. Ages 3-5.

NOW SHOWING: CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS Sat | Apr 9 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | MN An inventor and a weather-reporter intern try to discover why the sky is raining food instead of water in this adaptation of the children’s book by Ron and Judi Barrett. Produced by Columbia Pictures. Rated PG. STEAM @ THE RANCH Tues | Apr 26 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | DR Stretch your imagination using science! Each month we’ll do hands-on activities in science, technology, engineering, art, or math. Grades 1-6.

TISSUE PAPER SUNCATCHERS Sat | Apr 23 | 10:00am – 11:00am | RM Make a bright tissue paper suncatcher to hang in your window. Ages 6-11.

Parenting

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APP ARTIST Tues | Apr 12, 26 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Every week we will create projects using different apps. Learn vector graphics, raster graphics, pixel graphics, animation, and how to take your own work to the next level. This program is limited to the first 8 participants.

Ages 8-18.

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CRAFT-ISH Tues | Apr 5, 19 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN We’ll cut, glue, and draw away the afternoon!

Supplies are limited. Ages 8-18.

MACHINE: IMPOSSIBLE Wed | Apr 20 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Sat | Apr 23 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | MN Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to create a machine that can solve a problem and maybe even save the world! Ages 8-18.

MAGIC TREE HOUSE TAKE & MAKE KIT All Day | Apr 1-30 | RM Come pick up your Magic Tree House Take & Make kit, available at the Red Mountain Library.

Each kit contains a craft and activities. This month we are reading Dolphins at Daybreak by Mary Pope Osborne. Books are not included in the packet. Ages 8-11.

adults TWEEN DIY: SEED BOMBS Sat | Apr 9 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Add a little green to the desert by making seed bombs bursting with drought-tolerant wildflower seeds. Ages 8-12.

TWEEN GRAPHIC NOVEL BOOK CLUB: EL DEAFO Sat | Apr 9 | 10:00am – 11:00am | RM Join us to discuss El Deafo by CeCe Bell and do themed crafts and activities.

FIRST FIVE YEARS™ ☑ Mondays | 10:00am - 11:00am | MN Thursdays | 5:00pm - 6:00pm | RM Fridays | 10:00am - 11:30am | DR First Five Years™ is a 4-session series that provides the latest skills and information for parenting children ages 0-5. Topics include: Temperament, Brain Development, Positive Discipline, and School Readiness. Childcare will be provided.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME PRESENTS: MESA PARK RANGERS Wed | Apr 6 | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Wed | Apr 20 | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Join us for a special storytime with Mesa Park Rangers. Ages 3-5.

TODDLERTIME Mondays | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Mondays | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Thursdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | MN Thursdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | DR Thursdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Incorporates stories, music, and movement for children ages 16-36 months.

YOGA STORYTIME Thurs | Apr 21 | 10:00am – 10:30am | RM Join us for stories, movement, singing, mindfulness, and easy yoga poses. Ages 3-5.

teens ⚙

ADVENTURES IN VR ☑ Wed | Apr 6 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN Join us to test out apps and venture into virtual reality. Ages 12-18.

ARTIST OF THE MONTH: ALEXANDER CALDER Mon | Apr 4 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Discover a new artist every month. Attendees of all skill levels can try their hand at the artist of the month’s signature style. This month is mobile artist Alexander Calder. Ages 8-18.

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THE CUP OLYMPICS Thurs | Apr 28 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN Compete in four exciting cup games—team up with friends to win the Gold!

TEEN VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR OUR SUMMER READING PROGRAM! Applications accepted March 1 - April 30 We need teen volunteers to be a part of our Summer Reading Program team! You’ll help customers register for the program, assist with events and activities, and shelve children’s library materials. Apply at: mesalibrary.org/SRPvolunteer

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ILLUMINATED BOXES ☑ Wed | Apr 13 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN It’s time to think INSIDE the box! Learn to solder and build a box with a light-up switch.

Ages 12-18.

MARVEL EASTER EGG HUNT Thurs | Apr 7, 21 | 3:00pm – 6:00pm | MN Join us for a Marvel Easter Egg Hunt to find the hidden message, image, or feature in the movies. This series will include a showing of every Marvel movie released between 2008 and 2021.

TEEN ZONE ARCADE Thurs | Apr 14 | 4:00pm – 6:00pm | MN Game on in the Teen Zone! Our video game station has PS4, Xbox360, and Nintendo Switch, plus many of your favorite games to choose from.

UPCYCLED NO-SEW T-SHIRT TOTE BAGS Sat | Apr 23 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Have an old t-shirt that you aren’t sure what to do with? Learn how to turn it into a tote bag!

No sewing required.

ADULT COLORING CLUB Thurs | Apr 7 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Relax and color your stress away. Coloring pages and colored pencils, markers, and crayons will be provided, or bring your own.

ARIZONA HUMANITIES PRESENTS: FLYING THROUGH ARIZONA: THE STORY OF THE FIRST NATIONAL WOMEN’S AIR RACE ☑ Thurs | Apr 14 | 6:30pm – 7:30pm | Online In 1929, the first national women’s air race from Santa Monica, CA to Cleveland, OH passed through Arizona. Stopping in Yuma, Phoenix, and Douglas, the intrepid fliers solidified their determination and sisterhood along these Arizona waypoints. Who were these aviators? What were their planes like?

What challenges did they encounter along the way? And what about that telegram sent to pilot Thea Rasche, “Beware of sabotage”?

There is much to explore! Presented by Natalie Stewart-Smith, whose careers included military service, education, and research. This program is made possible by Arizona Humanities.

ARIZONA HUMANITIES PRESENTS: THE EVOLUTION OF AN ICON: THE HISTORY OF ARIZONA HIGHWAYS MAGAZINE Sat | Apr 16 | 11:00am – 12:00pm | RM Arizona Highways magazine is approaching its 100th birthday! Learn about the compelling back story of this world-renowned magazine and how it has not only survived but thrived.

Presented by Win Holden, former Publisher of Arizona Highways. This program is made possible by Arizona Humanities.

ARIZONA HUMANITIES PRESENTS: PAPER SONS: TALES OF CHAIN MIGRATION IN TUCSON ☑ Mon | Apr 18 | 12:30pm – 1:30pm | Online In 1882, the Chinese Exclusion Act was passed to curb Chinese immigration to the U.S. To counter these unjust, discriminatory legislations, immigrants ingenious ways of bringing in their relatives and fellow villagers.

But such processes were long, complex and painful and had enduring negative effects on the lives and psyches of the immigrants involved, as revealed by the stories of the “paper sons” among the Gin clan in Tucson’s Chinese community. Presented by Dr. Li Yang, an Arizona Humanities Road Scholar in the AZ Speaks Program since 2015. This program is made possible by Arizona Humanities.

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CLASSICAL MUSIC INSIDE OUT: ZUILL BAILEY Tues | Apr 5 | 11:30am – 12:30pm | RM This engaging session with Grammy® awardwinning cellist Zuill Bailey will inspire a love and appreciation of classical music.

PAINT NIGHT ☑ Wed | Apr 27 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN Unwind and enjoy yourself as you create your own masterpiece. This fun, casual atmosphere is the perfect opportunity to participate in a painting party. No experience necessary.

CRAFT NIGHT: COFFEE FILTER WREATH Thurs | Apr 21 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR This month we’ll be making a spring wreath from coffee filters.

VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE (VITA) PROGRAM Tues – Friday | Jan 25 – April 14 10:00am – 2:00pm | RM VITA offers free tax help those who generally make $57,000 or less annually, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and limited Englishspeaking taxpayers. IRS-certified volunteers from Mesa United Way will provide basic income tax return preparation to qualified individuals.

THE EASY ADULT CRAFTER: JEWELRY DISH ☑ Thurs | Apr 7 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN Enjoy a low-stress crafting session at this monthly program.This month, we will decorate a small dish to hold jewelry.

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ESL CONVERSATION CLASS Saturdays | 1:00pm – 2:30pm | MN Practice basic English listening and speaking skills. Open to all non-native English speakers.

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ILLUMINATED BOXES ☑ Wed | Apr 20 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN It’s time to think INSIDE the box! Learn to solder and build a box with a light-up switch.

THE HISTORY OF AFRICAN AMERICANS IN ARIZONA ☑ Wed | Apr 6 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN This session will provide participants a glimpse into the history and timeline of African Americans in Arizona. It will also challenge participants to link our past, present, and future to best practices in Black community building and leadership, and exemplary leadership in general. Presented by Matthew C. Whitaker, Ph.D., an award-winning educator, author, and community engagement specialist.

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LET’S PLAY WITH PAPER ☑ Tues | Apr 19 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | RM Join us for an hour of paper crafting. This month we’ll be making 3D flowers.

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LET’S SEW A QUILTED MUG RUG ☑ Sat | Apr 16 | 1:30pm – 4:00pm | RM In this class, we will make a quilted Mug Rug coaster. Prerequisites: basic sewing knowledge, including general knowledge of THINKspot’s Brother CS6000i sewing machines.

LIVING GREEN: TREE CARE WORKSHOP FOR HOMEOWNERS Sat | Apr 30 | 1:30pm – 3:00pm | RM Learn about the benefits of trees for your landscape, for our communities, and for the planet. We will cover proper tree selection, placement, watering, pruning, and more. Hear an overview of the City’s Climate Action Plan.

Plus, participate in an Arbor Day Celebration tree planting in the Monarch Haven and Reading Sanctuary garden, located in the NE corner of the Red Mountain Library parking lot. Presented by Donna DiFrancesco from the City of Mesa Environmental Management & Sustainability.

Book Groups FICTION FOLKS Thurs | Apr 14 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Pachinko – Min Jin Lee IDEAS Thurs | Apr 21 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | RM Everything You Wanted to Know About Indians But were Afraid to Ask – Anton Treuer

Computers & Technology ANDROID BASICS Sat | Apr 2 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Using an Android tablet, Kindle Fire, or smartphone, discover how to change settings, move icons, put your machine to sleep or turn it off, and connect to Wi-Fi. Participants may bring their own Android device.

COMPUTER AND INTERNET BASICS Tues | Apr 5, 12, 19 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Tues | Apr 26 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | MN Mon | Apr 18 | 10:00am - 11:00am | DR If you are new to using computers and the internet and want to build basic skills, this class is for you. Join us for practice using a mouse and keyboard, navigating between websites, and searching for information online.

THE HOTSPOT DIGITAL HELP DESK Sat | Apr 2, 16, 30 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | MN Thursdays | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Get help 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.

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THINKSPOT EQUIPMENT Q&A Wed | Apr 6 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm | MN If you have questions about the equipment in THINKspot, we have answers! We’ll help you turn your idea into a plan of action.

Kids BIODEGRADABLE ICE CREAM CONE SEED GARDENS ☑ Wed | Apr 20 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Young gardeners can start an environmentally friendly garden using seeds and ice cream cones while learning about the lifecycle of a plant.

CATAPULT FLASH CHALLENGE Sat | Apr 30 | 10:30am – 11:30am | RM Challenge your ingenuity and creativity. Create a catapult with the supplies we give you, then we will see whose catapult will shoot marshmallows the farthest.

EXPRESS ACTING TROUPE: THE MYSTERIOUS DISAPPEARANCE OF THE RED CAPE Sat | Apr 16 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Travel with East Valley Children’s Theatre’s Express Acting Troupe as we solve the case of the mysterious disappearance of the red cape.

Who saw it last? Where did it go? Will we ever find it? It’s a mystery!

KID-MADE QUILT: LOVE YOUR EARTH Wed | Apr 13 | 2:30pm – 3:30pm | RM Decorate a fabric quilt square to share your commitment to protect the planet for our We Love the Earth Quilt. We’ll join all the squares together and hang the quilt in the children’s room at Red Mountain. Ages 6-12.

Storytimes All storytimes are ticketed events. Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.

AROUND THE WORLD STORYTIME Fri | Apr 1, 15, 29 | 10:00am – 10:30am | MN Learn about the people and animals of various countries with songs, stories, maps, and crafts.

Ages 3-7.

BABY LAPSIT Wednesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | DR Wednesdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | MN Fridays | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies ages birth-16 months.

LEGO® CLUB Sat | Apr 2 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Mon | Apr 11, 25 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Explore your creative side with LEGO®.

LET’S PLAY! Sat | Apr 2, 16, 30 | 10:00am – 11:00am | MN Join us for a morning of play. You and your young child will engage in meaningful play that will enhance a variety of skills. A kit with corresponding materials for the day’s theme will be available for check out. Ages 3-5.

LETTERS TO BELOVED CHARACTERS: MISS FRIZZLE All Day | Apr 1-18 | RM If you have a burning question for Miss Frizzle from “The Magic School Bus,” now is your chance to ask! This activity will be available at the Red Mountain children's desk April 1-18.

Children can pick up "their mail" beginning April 30. Ages 4-7.

LIBRARY SCIENCE LAB Wed | Apr 13, 27 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Design and carry out experiments to help you learn more about science. Ages 5-10.

LITTLE CRAFTERS Wed | Apr 6, 20 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Create pieces of artwork using different types of techniques and mediums. Be prepared to get a little messy! Ages 5-8.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Tuesdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | MN Tuesdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | DR Tuesdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Wed | Apr 6, 13, 27 | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Wed | Apr 13, 20, 27 | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Thurs | Apr 14 | 10:00am – 10:30am | RM Join us for songs, stories, and silliness in this kindergarten readiness storytime. Ages 3-5.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME PRESENTS: ARTFUL TALES WITH THE IDEA MUSEUM Thurs | Apr 14 | 10:00am – 10:30am | RM At this special storytime with the i.d.e.a.

Museum, we’ll read What We’ll Build by Oliver Jeffers, and create 3D houses using paper bags and shape cut-outs. Ages 3-5.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME PRESENTS: AUTHOR LEE WILDER Wed | Apr 13 | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Wed | Apr 13 | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Author Lee Wilder, will read from her Endangered Fairytails series, which re-tells classic fairytales to teach children about endangered animals. Ages 3-5.

NOW SHOWING: CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS Sat | Apr 9 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | MN An inventor and a weather-reporter intern try to discover why the sky is raining food instead of water in this adaptation of the children’s book by Ron and Judi Barrett. Produced by Columbia Pictures. Rated PG. STEAM @ THE RANCH Tues | Apr 26 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | DR Stretch your imagination using science! Each month we’ll do hands-on activities in science, technology, engineering, art, or math. Grades 1-6.

TISSUE PAPER SUNCATCHERS Sat | Apr 23 | 10:00am – 11:00am | RM Make a bright tissue paper suncatcher to hang in your window. Ages 6-11.

Parenting

tweens ⚙

APP ARTIST Tues | Apr 12, 26 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Every week we will create projects using different apps. Learn vector graphics, raster graphics, pixel graphics, animation, and how to take your own work to the next level. This program is limited to the first 8 participants.

Ages 8-18.

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CRAFT-ISH Tues | Apr 5, 19 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN We’ll cut, glue, and draw away the afternoon!

Supplies are limited. Ages 8-18.

MACHINE: IMPOSSIBLE Wed | Apr 20 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Sat | Apr 23 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | MN Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to create a machine that can solve a problem and maybe even save the world! Ages 8-18.

MAGIC TREE HOUSE TAKE & MAKE KIT All Day | Apr 1-30 | RM Come pick up your Magic Tree House Take & Make kit, available at the Red Mountain Library.

Each kit contains a craft and activities. This month we are reading Dolphins at Daybreak by Mary Pope Osborne. Books are not included in the packet. Ages 8-11.

adults TWEEN DIY: SEED BOMBS Sat | Apr 9 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Add a little green to the desert by making seed bombs bursting with drought-tolerant wildflower seeds. Ages 8-12.

TWEEN GRAPHIC NOVEL BOOK CLUB: EL DEAFO Sat | Apr 9 | 10:00am – 11:00am | RM Join us to discuss El Deafo by CeCe Bell and do themed crafts and activities.

FIRST FIVE YEARS™ ☑ Mondays | 10:00am - 11:00am | MN Thursdays | 5:00pm - 6:00pm | RM Fridays | 10:00am - 11:30am | DR First Five Years™ is a 4-session series that provides the latest skills and information for parenting children ages 0-5. Topics include: Temperament, Brain Development, Positive Discipline, and School Readiness. Childcare will be provided.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME PRESENTS: MESA PARK RANGERS Wed | Apr 6 | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Wed | Apr 20 | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Join us for a special storytime with Mesa Park Rangers. Ages 3-5.

TODDLERTIME Mondays | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Mondays | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Thursdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | MN Thursdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | DR Thursdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Incorporates stories, music, and movement for children ages 16-36 months.

YOGA STORYTIME Thurs | Apr 21 | 10:00am – 10:30am | RM Join us for stories, movement, singing, mindfulness, and easy yoga poses. Ages 3-5.

teens ⚙

ADVENTURES IN VR ☑ Wed | Apr 6 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN Join us to test out apps and venture into virtual reality. Ages 12-18.

ARTIST OF THE MONTH: ALEXANDER CALDER Mon | Apr 4 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Discover a new artist every month. Attendees of all skill levels can try their hand at the artist of the month’s signature style. This month is mobile artist Alexander Calder. Ages 8-18.

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THE CUP OLYMPICS Thurs | Apr 28 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN Compete in four exciting cup games—team up with friends to win the Gold!

TEEN VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR OUR SUMMER READING PROGRAM! Applications accepted March 1 - April 30 We need teen volunteers to be a part of our Summer Reading Program team! You’ll help customers register for the program, assist with events and activities, and shelve children’s library materials. Apply at: mesalibrary.org/SRPvolunteer

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ILLUMINATED BOXES ☑ Wed | Apr 13 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN It’s time to think INSIDE the box! Learn to solder and build a box with a light-up switch.

Ages 12-18.

MARVEL EASTER EGG HUNT Thurs | Apr 7, 21 | 3:00pm – 6:00pm | MN Join us for a Marvel Easter Egg Hunt to find the hidden message, image, or feature in the movies. This series will include a showing of every Marvel movie released between 2008 and 2021.

TEEN ZONE ARCADE Thurs | Apr 14 | 4:00pm – 6:00pm | MN Game on in the Teen Zone! Our video game station has PS4, Xbox360, and Nintendo Switch, plus many of your favorite games to choose from.

UPCYCLED NO-SEW T-SHIRT TOTE BAGS Sat | Apr 23 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Have an old t-shirt that you aren’t sure what to do with? Learn how to turn it into a tote bag!

No sewing required.

ADULT COLORING CLUB Thurs | Apr 7 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Relax and color your stress away. Coloring pages and colored pencils, markers, and crayons will be provided, or bring your own.

ARIZONA HUMANITIES PRESENTS: FLYING THROUGH ARIZONA: THE STORY OF THE FIRST NATIONAL WOMEN’S AIR RACE ☑ Thurs | Apr 14 | 6:30pm – 7:30pm | Online In 1929, the first national women’s air race from Santa Monica, CA to Cleveland, OH passed through Arizona. Stopping in Yuma, Phoenix, and Douglas, the intrepid fliers solidified their determination and sisterhood along these Arizona waypoints. Who were these aviators? What were their planes like?

What challenges did they encounter along the way? And what about that telegram sent to pilot Thea Rasche, “Beware of sabotage”?

There is much to explore! Presented by Natalie Stewart-Smith, whose careers included military service, education, and research. This program is made possible by Arizona Humanities.

ARIZONA HUMANITIES PRESENTS: THE EVOLUTION OF AN ICON: THE HISTORY OF ARIZONA HIGHWAYS MAGAZINE Sat | Apr 16 | 11:00am – 12:00pm | RM Arizona Highways magazine is approaching its 100th birthday! Learn about the compelling back story of this world-renowned magazine and how it has not only survived but thrived.

Presented by Win Holden, former Publisher of Arizona Highways. This program is made possible by Arizona Humanities.

ARIZONA HUMANITIES PRESENTS: PAPER SONS: TALES OF CHAIN MIGRATION IN TUCSON ☑ Mon | Apr 18 | 12:30pm – 1:30pm | Online In 1882, the Chinese Exclusion Act was passed to curb Chinese immigration to the U.S. To counter these unjust, discriminatory legislations, immigrants ingenious ways of bringing in their relatives and fellow villagers.

But such processes were long, complex and painful and had enduring negative effects on the lives and psyches of the immigrants involved, as revealed by the stories of the “paper sons” among the Gin clan in Tucson’s Chinese community. Presented by Dr. Li Yang, an Arizona Humanities Road Scholar in the AZ Speaks Program since 2015. This program is made possible by Arizona Humanities.

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CLASSICAL MUSIC INSIDE OUT: ZUILL BAILEY Tues | Apr 5 | 11:30am – 12:30pm | RM This engaging session with Grammy® awardwinning cellist Zuill Bailey will inspire a love and appreciation of classical music.

PAINT NIGHT ☑ Wed | Apr 27 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN Unwind and enjoy yourself as you create your own masterpiece. This fun, casual atmosphere is the perfect opportunity to participate in a painting party. No experience necessary.

CRAFT NIGHT: COFFEE FILTER WREATH Thurs | Apr 21 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR This month we’ll be making a spring wreath from coffee filters.

VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE (VITA) PROGRAM Tues – Friday | Jan 25 – April 14 10:00am – 2:00pm | RM VITA offers free tax help those who generally make $57,000 or less annually, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and limited Englishspeaking taxpayers. IRS-certified volunteers from Mesa United Way will provide basic income tax return preparation to qualified individuals.

THE EASY ADULT CRAFTER: JEWELRY DISH ☑ Thurs | Apr 7 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN Enjoy a low-stress crafting session at this monthly program.This month, we will decorate a small dish to hold jewelry.

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ESL CONVERSATION CLASS Saturdays | 1:00pm – 2:30pm | MN Practice basic English listening and speaking skills. Open to all non-native English speakers.

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ILLUMINATED BOXES ☑ Wed | Apr 20 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN It’s time to think INSIDE the box! Learn to solder and build a box with a light-up switch.

THE HISTORY OF AFRICAN AMERICANS IN ARIZONA ☑ Wed | Apr 6 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN This session will provide participants a glimpse into the history and timeline of African Americans in Arizona. It will also challenge participants to link our past, present, and future to best practices in Black community building and leadership, and exemplary leadership in general. Presented by Matthew C. Whitaker, Ph.D., an award-winning educator, author, and community engagement specialist.

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LET’S PLAY WITH PAPER ☑ Tues | Apr 19 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | RM Join us for an hour of paper crafting. This month we’ll be making 3D flowers.

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LET’S SEW A QUILTED MUG RUG ☑ Sat | Apr 16 | 1:30pm – 4:00pm | RM In this class, we will make a quilted Mug Rug coaster. Prerequisites: basic sewing knowledge, including general knowledge of THINKspot’s Brother CS6000i sewing machines.

LIVING GREEN: TREE CARE WORKSHOP FOR HOMEOWNERS Sat | Apr 30 | 1:30pm – 3:00pm | RM Learn about the benefits of trees for your landscape, for our communities, and for the planet. We will cover proper tree selection, placement, watering, pruning, and more. Hear an overview of the City’s Climate Action Plan.

Plus, participate in an Arbor Day Celebration tree planting in the Monarch Haven and Reading Sanctuary garden, located in the NE corner of the Red Mountain Library parking lot. Presented by Donna DiFrancesco from the City of Mesa Environmental Management & Sustainability.

Book Groups FICTION FOLKS Thurs | Apr 14 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Pachinko – Min Jin Lee IDEAS Thurs | Apr 21 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | RM Everything You Wanted to Know About Indians But were Afraid to Ask – Anton Treuer

Computers & Technology ANDROID BASICS Sat | Apr 2 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Using an Android tablet, Kindle Fire, or smartphone, discover how to change settings, move icons, put your machine to sleep or turn it off, and connect to Wi-Fi. Participants may bring their own Android device.

COMPUTER AND INTERNET BASICS Tues | Apr 5, 12, 19 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Tues | Apr 26 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | MN Mon | Apr 18 | 10:00am - 11:00am | DR If you are new to using computers and the internet and want to build basic skills, this class is for you. Join us for practice using a mouse and keyboard, navigating between websites, and searching for information online.

THE HOTSPOT DIGITAL HELP DESK Sat | Apr 2, 16, 30 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | MN Thursdays | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Get help 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.

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THINKSPOT EQUIPMENT Q&A Wed | Apr 6 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm | MN If you have questions about the equipment in THINKspot, we have answers! We’ll help you turn your idea into a plan of action.

Kids BIODEGRADABLE ICE CREAM CONE SEED GARDENS ☑ Wed | Apr 20 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Young gardeners can start an environmentally friendly garden using seeds and ice cream cones while learning about the lifecycle of a plant.

CATAPULT FLASH CHALLENGE Sat | Apr 30 | 10:30am – 11:30am | RM Challenge your ingenuity and creativity. Create a catapult with the supplies we give you, then we will see whose catapult will shoot marshmallows the farthest.

EXPRESS ACTING TROUPE: THE MYSTERIOUS DISAPPEARANCE OF THE RED CAPE Sat | Apr 16 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Travel with East Valley Children’s Theatre’s Express Acting Troupe as we solve the case of the mysterious disappearance of the red cape.

Who saw it last? Where did it go? Will we ever find it? It’s a mystery!

KID-MADE QUILT: LOVE YOUR EARTH Wed | Apr 13 | 2:30pm – 3:30pm | RM Decorate a fabric quilt square to share your commitment to protect the planet for our We Love the Earth Quilt. We’ll join all the squares together and hang the quilt in the children’s room at Red Mountain. Ages 6-12.

Storytimes All storytimes are ticketed events. Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.

AROUND THE WORLD STORYTIME Fri | Apr 1, 15, 29 | 10:00am – 10:30am | MN Learn about the people and animals of various countries with songs, stories, maps, and crafts.

Ages 3-7.

BABY LAPSIT Wednesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | DR Wednesdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | MN Fridays | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies ages birth-16 months.

LEGO® CLUB Sat | Apr 2 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Mon | Apr 11, 25 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Explore your creative side with LEGO®.

LET’S PLAY! Sat | Apr 2, 16, 30 | 10:00am – 11:00am | MN Join us for a morning of play. You and your young child will engage in meaningful play that will enhance a variety of skills. A kit with corresponding materials for the day’s theme will be available for check out. Ages 3-5.

LETTERS TO BELOVED CHARACTERS: MISS FRIZZLE All Day | Apr 1-18 | RM If you have a burning question for Miss Frizzle from “The Magic School Bus,” now is your chance to ask! This activity will be available at the Red Mountain children's desk April 1-18.

Children can pick up "their mail" beginning April 30. Ages 4-7.

LIBRARY SCIENCE LAB Wed | Apr 13, 27 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Design and carry out experiments to help you learn more about science. Ages 5-10.

LITTLE CRAFTERS Wed | Apr 6, 20 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Create pieces of artwork using different types of techniques and mediums. Be prepared to get a little messy! Ages 5-8.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Tuesdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | MN Tuesdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | DR Tuesdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Wed | Apr 6, 13, 27 | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Wed | Apr 13, 20, 27 | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Thurs | Apr 14 | 10:00am – 10:30am | RM Join us for songs, stories, and silliness in this kindergarten readiness storytime. Ages 3-5.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME PRESENTS: ARTFUL TALES WITH THE IDEA MUSEUM Thurs | Apr 14 | 10:00am – 10:30am | RM At this special storytime with the i.d.e.a.

Museum, we’ll read What We’ll Build by Oliver Jeffers, and create 3D houses using paper bags and shape cut-outs. Ages 3-5.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME PRESENTS: AUTHOR LEE WILDER Wed | Apr 13 | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Wed | Apr 13 | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Author Lee Wilder, will read from her Endangered Fairytails series, which re-tells classic fairytales to teach children about endangered animals. Ages 3-5.

NOW SHOWING: CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS Sat | Apr 9 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | MN An inventor and a weather-reporter intern try to discover why the sky is raining food instead of water in this adaptation of the children’s book by Ron and Judi Barrett. Produced by Columbia Pictures. Rated PG. STEAM @ THE RANCH Tues | Apr 26 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | DR Stretch your imagination using science! Each month we’ll do hands-on activities in science, technology, engineering, art, or math. Grades 1-6.

TISSUE PAPER SUNCATCHERS Sat | Apr 23 | 10:00am – 11:00am | RM Make a bright tissue paper suncatcher to hang in your window. Ages 6-11.

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APP ARTIST Tues | Apr 12, 26 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Every week we will create projects using different apps. Learn vector graphics, raster graphics, pixel graphics, animation, and how to take your own work to the next level. This program is limited to the first 8 participants.

Ages 8-18.

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CRAFT-ISH Tues | Apr 5, 19 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN We’ll cut, glue, and draw away the afternoon!

Supplies are limited. Ages 8-18.

MACHINE: IMPOSSIBLE Wed | Apr 20 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Sat | Apr 23 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | MN Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to create a machine that can solve a problem and maybe even save the world! Ages 8-18.

MAGIC TREE HOUSE TAKE & MAKE KIT All Day | Apr 1-30 | RM Come pick up your Magic Tree House Take & Make kit, available at the Red Mountain Library.

Each kit contains a craft and activities. This month we are reading Dolphins at Daybreak by Mary Pope Osborne. Books are not included in the packet. Ages 8-11.

adults TWEEN DIY: SEED BOMBS Sat | Apr 9 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Add a little green to the desert by making seed bombs bursting with drought-tolerant wildflower seeds. Ages 8-12.

TWEEN GRAPHIC NOVEL BOOK CLUB: EL DEAFO Sat | Apr 9 | 10:00am – 11:00am | RM Join us to discuss El Deafo by CeCe Bell and do themed crafts and activities.

FIRST FIVE YEARS™ ☑ Mondays | 10:00am - 11:00am | MN Thursdays | 5:00pm - 6:00pm | RM Fridays | 10:00am - 11:30am | DR First Five Years™ is a 4-session series that provides the latest skills and information for parenting children ages 0-5. Topics include: Temperament, Brain Development, Positive Discipline, and School Readiness. Childcare will be provided.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME PRESENTS: MESA PARK RANGERS Wed | Apr 6 | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Wed | Apr 20 | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Join us for a special storytime with Mesa Park Rangers. Ages 3-5.

TODDLERTIME Mondays | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Mondays | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Thursdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | MN Thursdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | DR Thursdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Incorporates stories, music, and movement for children ages 16-36 months.

YOGA STORYTIME Thurs | Apr 21 | 10:00am – 10:30am | RM Join us for stories, movement, singing, mindfulness, and easy yoga poses. Ages 3-5.

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ADVENTURES IN VR ☑ Wed | Apr 6 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN Join us to test out apps and venture into virtual reality. Ages 12-18.

ARTIST OF THE MONTH: ALEXANDER CALDER Mon | Apr 4 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Discover a new artist every month. Attendees of all skill levels can try their hand at the artist of the month’s signature style. This month is mobile artist Alexander Calder. Ages 8-18.

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THE CUP OLYMPICS Thurs | Apr 28 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN Compete in four exciting cup games—team up with friends to win the Gold!

TEEN VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR OUR SUMMER READING PROGRAM! Applications accepted March 1 - April 30 We need teen volunteers to be a part of our Summer Reading Program team! You’ll help customers register for the program, assist with events and activities, and shelve children’s library materials. Apply at: mesalibrary.org/SRPvolunteer

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ILLUMINATED BOXES ☑ Wed | Apr 13 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN It’s time to think INSIDE the box! Learn to solder and build a box with a light-up switch.

Ages 12-18.

MARVEL EASTER EGG HUNT Thurs | Apr 7, 21 | 3:00pm – 6:00pm | MN Join us for a Marvel Easter Egg Hunt to find the hidden message, image, or feature in the movies. This series will include a showing of every Marvel movie released between 2008 and 2021.

TEEN ZONE ARCADE Thurs | Apr 14 | 4:00pm – 6:00pm | MN Game on in the Teen Zone! Our video game station has PS4, Xbox360, and Nintendo Switch, plus many of your favorite games to choose from.

UPCYCLED NO-SEW T-SHIRT TOTE BAGS Sat | Apr 23 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Have an old t-shirt that you aren’t sure what to do with? Learn how to turn it into a tote bag!

No sewing required.

ADULT COLORING CLUB Thurs | Apr 7 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Relax and color your stress away. Coloring pages and colored pencils, markers, and crayons will be provided, or bring your own.

ARIZONA HUMANITIES PRESENTS: FLYING THROUGH ARIZONA: THE STORY OF THE FIRST NATIONAL WOMEN’S AIR RACE ☑ Thurs | Apr 14 | 6:30pm – 7:30pm | Online In 1929, the first national women’s air race from Santa Monica, CA to Cleveland, OH passed through Arizona. Stopping in Yuma, Phoenix, and Douglas, the intrepid fliers solidified their determination and sisterhood along these Arizona waypoints. Who were these aviators? What were their planes like?

What challenges did they encounter along the way? And what about that telegram sent to pilot Thea Rasche, “Beware of sabotage”?

There is much to explore! Presented by Natalie Stewart-Smith, whose careers included military service, education, and research. This program is made possible by Arizona Humanities.

ARIZONA HUMANITIES PRESENTS: THE EVOLUTION OF AN ICON: THE HISTORY OF ARIZONA HIGHWAYS MAGAZINE Sat | Apr 16 | 11:00am – 12:00pm | RM Arizona Highways magazine is approaching its 100th birthday! Learn about the compelling back story of this world-renowned magazine and how it has not only survived but thrived.

Presented by Win Holden, former Publisher of Arizona Highways. This program is made possible by Arizona Humanities.

ARIZONA HUMANITIES PRESENTS: PAPER SONS: TALES OF CHAIN MIGRATION IN TUCSON ☑ Mon | Apr 18 | 12:30pm – 1:30pm | Online In 1882, the Chinese Exclusion Act was passed to curb Chinese immigration to the U.S. To counter these unjust, discriminatory legislations, immigrants ingenious ways of bringing in their relatives and fellow villagers.

But such processes were long, complex and painful and had enduring negative effects on the lives and psyches of the immigrants involved, as revealed by the stories of the “paper sons” among the Gin clan in Tucson’s Chinese community. Presented by Dr. Li Yang, an Arizona Humanities Road Scholar in the AZ Speaks Program since 2015. This program is made possible by Arizona Humanities.

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CLASSICAL MUSIC INSIDE OUT: ZUILL BAILEY Tues | Apr 5 | 11:30am – 12:30pm | RM This engaging session with Grammy® awardwinning cellist Zuill Bailey will inspire a love and appreciation of classical music.

PAINT NIGHT ☑ Wed | Apr 27 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN Unwind and enjoy yourself as you create your own masterpiece. This fun, casual atmosphere is the perfect opportunity to participate in a painting party. No experience necessary.

CRAFT NIGHT: COFFEE FILTER WREATH Thurs | Apr 21 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR This month we’ll be making a spring wreath from coffee filters.

VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE (VITA) PROGRAM Tues – Friday | Jan 25 – April 14 10:00am – 2:00pm | RM VITA offers free tax help those who generally make $57,000 or less annually, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and limited Englishspeaking taxpayers. IRS-certified volunteers from Mesa United Way will provide basic income tax return preparation to qualified individuals.

THE EASY ADULT CRAFTER: JEWELRY DISH ☑ Thurs | Apr 7 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN Enjoy a low-stress crafting session at this monthly program.This month, we will decorate a small dish to hold jewelry.

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ESL CONVERSATION CLASS Saturdays | 1:00pm – 2:30pm | MN Practice basic English listening and speaking skills. Open to all non-native English speakers.

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ILLUMINATED BOXES ☑ Wed | Apr 20 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN It’s time to think INSIDE the box! Learn to solder and build a box with a light-up switch.

THE HISTORY OF AFRICAN AMERICANS IN ARIZONA ☑ Wed | Apr 6 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN This session will provide participants a glimpse into the history and timeline of African Americans in Arizona. It will also challenge participants to link our past, present, and future to best practices in Black community building and leadership, and exemplary leadership in general. Presented by Matthew C. Whitaker, Ph.D., an award-winning educator, author, and community engagement specialist.

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LET’S PLAY WITH PAPER ☑ Tues | Apr 19 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | RM Join us for an hour of paper crafting. This month we’ll be making 3D flowers.

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LET’S SEW A QUILTED MUG RUG ☑ Sat | Apr 16 | 1:30pm – 4:00pm | RM In this class, we will make a quilted Mug Rug coaster. Prerequisites: basic sewing knowledge, including general knowledge of THINKspot’s Brother CS6000i sewing machines.

LIVING GREEN: TREE CARE WORKSHOP FOR HOMEOWNERS Sat | Apr 30 | 1:30pm – 3:00pm | RM Learn about the benefits of trees for your landscape, for our communities, and for the planet. We will cover proper tree selection, placement, watering, pruning, and more. Hear an overview of the City’s Climate Action Plan.

Plus, participate in an Arbor Day Celebration tree planting in the Monarch Haven and Reading Sanctuary garden, located in the NE corner of the Red Mountain Library parking lot. Presented by Donna DiFrancesco from the City of Mesa Environmental Management & Sustainability.

Book Groups FICTION FOLKS Thurs | Apr 14 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Pachinko – Min Jin Lee IDEAS Thurs | Apr 21 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | RM Everything You Wanted to Know About Indians But were Afraid to Ask – Anton Treuer

Computers & Technology ANDROID BASICS Sat | Apr 2 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Using an Android tablet, Kindle Fire, or smartphone, discover how to change settings, move icons, put your machine to sleep or turn it off, and connect to Wi-Fi. Participants may bring their own Android device.

COMPUTER AND INTERNET BASICS Tues | Apr 5, 12, 19 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Tues | Apr 26 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | MN Mon | Apr 18 | 10:00am - 11:00am | DR If you are new to using computers and the internet and want to build basic skills, this class is for you. Join us for practice using a mouse and keyboard, navigating between websites, and searching for information online.

THE HOTSPOT DIGITAL HELP DESK Sat | Apr 2, 16, 30 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | MN Thursdays | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Get help 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.

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THINKSPOT EQUIPMENT Q&A Wed | Apr 6 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm | MN If you have questions about the equipment in THINKspot, we have answers! We’ll help you turn your idea into a plan of action.

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April 2022

Check out a TrickleStar Energy monitor from our Stuffbrary to analyze your household appliance and electronic use.

Lower your carbon footprint with locally grown food. Start a backyard garden with seeds from our Seed Library.

Attend a Living Green workshop. We partner with the City’s Environmental Management & Sustainability department to offer classes on different sustainability subjects.

Check out mesalibrary.org/about–library–sustainability to learn more about what we’re doing to make Mesa Public Library a more sustainable organization!

Magazines on Overdrive

CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS Renovations are underway at the Dobson Ranch Library.

Construction will expand the library's footprint by 1600 square feet, and will add a THINKspot makerspace for community innovation and networking.

This is the biggest renovation the Dobson Ranch Library has undergone since it was built in 1987. Funding for the renovation is from the Parks and Culture Bond approved by Mesa voters in 2018.

Library events, hours, and construction related closure information can be found on our website, mesalibrary.org.

Earth Day Every Day

Additionally, the façade of the building will be updated. The improved entry will offer greater visibility and convenience for library users.

Since 1970, Earth Day has been celebrated on April 22 as a way to mark the importance of taking care of our environment. We’re working to make sure our everyday practices are good for the planet we all share.

PUBLIC MEETING FOR SOUTHEAST LIBRARY ☑

Documentaries on Kanopy

The Great Courses

Tues | Apr 5 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | Online Join Mesa Public Library and the City of Mesa Engineering team to weigh in about the new library planned in Southeast Mesa (in the Eastmark neighborhood at Ray Rd. & Ellsworth Rd.).

The City of Mesa has formed its first Climate Action Plan, a Mayor and Council priority initiative, to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in our community, and address the negative outcomes of a changing climate. Leading by example, the

Artist’s rendering of the new entrance of the Dobson Ranch Library

MAIN LIBRARY (MN) and THINKspot @ Main 64 E. 1st St.

HOURS OF OPERATION Monday 10:00am – 8:00pm Tuesday 10:00am – 8:00pm Wednesday 10:00am – 8:00pm Thursday 10:00am – 8:00pm Friday 10:00am – 5:00pm Saturday 10:00am – 5:00pm Sunday Closed All locations are open 9:00am – 10:00am, Monday through Saturday, for self-service. ☑

DOBSON RANCH LIBRARY (DR) THINKspot coming soon!

2425 S. Dobson Rd.

480-644-3100

RED MOUNTAIN LIBRARY (RM) and THINKspot @ Red Mountain 635 N. Power Rd.

Indicates registration required. Visit mesalibrary.org or call to register.

Check our online calendar for the most up-to-date information.

HOW TO READ THIS GUIDE: ☑

Plan establishes policy directive, sets targets, and describes strategies that will increase sustainability in City operations.

Read the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan at: mesaaz.gov/climateaction Get tips on living green at: mesaaz.gov/sustainability Learn about the Library’s efforts at: mesalibrary.org/about–library–sustainability

Need a library card?

Scan this code to apply online!

Registration required

⚙ THINKspot Program

Look for this icon to make and create in THINKspot—a makerspace inside the Main and Red Mountain libraries (and coming soon to Dobson Ranch!). THINKspot has the technology and equipment for all your projects. To learn more about available equipment and training visit mesalibrary.org/thinkspot.

Library Card Application mesalibrary.org/getacard

This newsletter is recyclable. For recycling information, visit mesarecycles.org

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April 2022

Check out a TrickleStar Energy monitor from our Stuffbrary to analyze your household appliance and electronic use.

Lower your carbon footprint with locally grown food. Start a backyard garden with seeds from our Seed Library.

Attend a Living Green workshop. We partner with the City’s Environmental Management & Sustainability department to offer classes on different sustainability subjects.

Check out mesalibrary.org/about–library–sustainability to learn more about what we’re doing to make Mesa Public Library a more sustainable organization!

Magazines on Overdrive

CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS Renovations are underway at the Dobson Ranch Library.

Construction will expand the library's footprint by 1600 square feet, and will add a THINKspot makerspace for community innovation and networking.

This is the biggest renovation the Dobson Ranch Library has undergone since it was built in 1987. Funding for the renovation is from the Parks and Culture Bond approved by Mesa voters in 2018.

Library events, hours, and construction related closure information can be found on our website, mesalibrary.org.

Earth Day Every Day

Additionally, the façade of the building will be updated. The improved entry will offer greater visibility and convenience for library users.

Since 1970, Earth Day has been celebrated on April 22 as a way to mark the importance of taking care of our environment. We’re working to make sure our everyday practices are good for the planet we all share.

PUBLIC MEETING FOR SOUTHEAST LIBRARY ☑

Documentaries on Kanopy

The Great Courses

Tues | Apr 5 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | Online Join Mesa Public Library and the City of Mesa Engineering team to weigh in about the new library planned in Southeast Mesa (in the Eastmark neighborhood at Ray Rd. & Ellsworth Rd.).

The City of Mesa has formed its first Climate Action Plan, a Mayor and Council priority initiative, to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in our community, and address the negative outcomes of a changing climate. Leading by example, the

Artist’s rendering of the new entrance of the Dobson Ranch Library

MAIN LIBRARY (MN) and THINKspot @ Main 64 E. 1st St.

HOURS OF OPERATION Monday 10:00am – 8:00pm Tuesday 10:00am – 8:00pm Wednesday 10:00am – 8:00pm Thursday 10:00am – 8:00pm Friday 10:00am – 5:00pm Saturday 10:00am – 5:00pm Sunday Closed All locations are open 9:00am – 10:00am, Monday through Saturday, for self-service. ☑

DOBSON RANCH LIBRARY (DR) THINKspot coming soon!

2425 S. Dobson Rd.

480-644-3100

RED MOUNTAIN LIBRARY (RM) and THINKspot @ Red Mountain 635 N. Power Rd.

Indicates registration required. Visit mesalibrary.org or call to register.

Check our online calendar for the most up-to-date information.

HOW TO READ THIS GUIDE: ☑

Plan establishes policy directive, sets targets, and describes strategies that will increase sustainability in City operations.

Read the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan at: mesaaz.gov/climateaction Get tips on living green at: mesaaz.gov/sustainability Learn about the Library’s efforts at: mesalibrary.org/about–library–sustainability

Need a library card?

Scan this code to apply online!

Registration required

⚙ THINKspot Program

Look for this icon to make and create in THINKspot—a makerspace inside the Main and Red Mountain libraries (and coming soon to Dobson Ranch!). THINKspot has the technology and equipment for all your projects. To learn more about available equipment and training visit mesalibrary.org/thinkspot.

Library Card Application mesalibrary.org/getacard

This newsletter is recyclable. For recycling information, visit mesarecycles.org