Mesa Public Library February 2019 Newsletter

Mesa k-ready parenting FIRST FIVE YEARS®* Tuesdays | 12:00pm – 1:30pm | RM First Five Years® is a 4 session series which provides the latest skills and information for parenting children ages 0-5. Provided through a grant from First Things First. Free materials are included. Childcare is provided. PARENT GROUP Thurs | Feb 28 | 4:30pm – 5:30pm | MN Socialize with other parents in the community, discuss parenting, and build a support network, all while your children build their own social skills through imaginative play.

Play groups

for the whole Family FAMILY GAME NIGHT Thurs | Feb 7 | 6:30pm – 7:30pm | DR Thurs | Feb 21 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN We’ll break out all of our board games and cards and families can choose their favorites to play. Develop your imagination, teamwork, and problem-solving skills while playing the newest games or age-old classics. MAKE IT OR GAME IT! Sat | Feb 23 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Drop in for a craft and games the whole family will enjoy! GREAT ARIZONA PUPPET THEATER PRESENTS: LITTLE DINO'S BABY TOOTH Fri | Feb 15 | 10:30am – 11:30am | MN Enjoy a fun puppet show while learning about dental health. In this adorable show, Little Dino is scared to lose his very first baby tooth. Luckily, his friend Maisy the butterfly is around to help ease his fears and teach him how to take good care of his teeth.

PLAYSPOT Fri | Feb 1, 8 | 10:30am – 11:30am | MN Family SPOT Resource Center presents “Play on the Go.” Join us for playful, handson activities for infants, toddlers, and their caregivers. Space is limited; tickets available 30 minutes prior to the start of the program.

HARRY POTTER BOOK NIGHT Thurs | Feb 7 | 4:00pm – 6:00pm | MN Celebrate Harry Potter Book Night with us as we get sorted, craft DIY wands and Hogwarts student IDs, and enjoy magical treats. Dress up as your favorite character for a chance to win our costume contest!

HIT A HOME RUN AT THE LIBRARY All Month | Main Library Participate in the Main Library's baseballthemed activities for chances to win Oakland A's Spring Training swag, all month long! Each spot you fill on your Baseball Passport will get you an entry into prize drawings for things like posters, hats, backpacks, and bobble heads. And you may even win a pair of spring training game passes!

SENSORY PLAYTIME FOR BABIES Thurs | Feb 7 | 9:30am – 10:30am | RM Stimulate your baby’s brain through free play, socialization, and hands-on sensory activities. Come dressed for a mess! Ages birth-17 months. SENSORY PLAYTIME FOR TODDLERS Mon | Feb 25 | 10:30am – 11:30am | RM Stimulate your toddler’s brain with free play, socialization, and hands-on sensory activities. Come dressed for a mess! Ages 18-36 months. STAY AND PLAY Fri | Feb 8 | 11:00am – 11:30am | RM For infants and young children, playing is learning. Stay after Sign Language Storytime for games, toys, and activities that foster critical early literacy skills. Ages 0-5.

Baseball: 796.357 Mother Goose: 398.8 M856 Shakespeare: 822 Taking care of teeth: JUV 617.601

Visit the Youth Services Desk at the Main Library for your Baseball Passport and more information starting February 1st. I SPEAK, YOU SPEAK, WE ALL SPEAK SHAKESPEARE! Sat | Feb 9 | 11:00am – 12:00pm | MN Take the fear out of Shakespeare through games, activities, and discussion. Presented by Southwest Shakespeare Company. All ages.

open house

MESA K-READY OPEN HOUSE Sat | Feb 2 | 10:00am – 1:00pm | MN Mesa K-Ready invites families to enjoy a day of exciting family-friendly events! Stop in, take in a story or song, and learn about community resources to help your child get ready for kindergarden. BILINGUAL STORYTIME WITH AMBER HEFFNER Sat | Feb 2 | 11:15am – 11:45am | MN In this special storytime, speech-language pathologist Amber Heffner will present stories and songs in English and Spanish to boost early language and speech development. While storytime will be geared to ages 2-5, the entire family is welcome. JAN SANDWICH AS MOTHER GOOSE Sat | Feb 2 | 10:15am – 11:00am | MN Sat | Feb 2 | 12:15pm – 1:00pm | MN Mother Goose has delighted thousands of children with her special charm and talent. She brings amusement to any celebration with stories, songs, poems, and plenty of smiles to go around. TRIAD: POP-ROCK-FIDDLE Sat | Feb 2 | 10:30am – 11:30am | TS@MN In this special program, Mesa pop-rock trio TRIAD will give a performance especially for kids. Children will also make their own musical instrument to take home. Don't miss this opportunity to rock out together! Recommended for kids ages 2-10.

DONATE DAY! Sat | Feb 9 | 9:00am – 12:00pm | MN Donate books, magazines, movies, and music without even leaving your car! Volunteers will be on hand to unload your donation. Visit mesalibrary.org/donate to learn more about how your donations help Mesa Public Library.

thinkspot

* Trainings for THINKspot @ Main are available online at mesalibrary.org 3D PRINTER TRAINING* Sat | Feb 23 | 10:30am – 12:30pm | TS@RM Required to use and reserve the 3D printers. Ages 12+. SEWING MACHINE TRAINING* Tues | Feb 19 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | TS@RM Required to use and reserve THINKspot’s Janome DC2014 sewing machines. Ages 12+. STUDIO TRAINING* Tues | Feb 5 | 10:30am – 11:30am | TS@RM Required to use and reserve The Studio. Ages 12+. *Indicates registration required. Visit mesalibrary.org or call to register. Check our online calendar for the most up-to-date information.

HOTspot Download ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more from the library with your laptop, mobile device, or ereader. Drop in during these scheduled hours for one-on-one assistance on a first-come, first-served basis.

computer classes Most computer classes require registration. Call (480) 644-3100 or visit mesalibrary.org to reserve your place. †Prerequisite: Must be comfortable using a keyboard and mouse. COMPUTER BASICS Mon | Feb 4 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | MN Never used a computer before? Start here. GMAIL WITH LYNDA.COM*† Fri | Feb 22 | 2:30pm – 4:00pm | TS@RM In this class, you can create a Gmail account and learn how to send and manage email messages. Please bring a cell phone that will accept a text code verification from Google. INTERNET BASICS† Tues | Feb 12 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | MN Learn all of the parts of a web browser, how to navigate a website, and how to effectively search for information online. LYNDA.COM OPEN LAB*† Fri | Feb 15 | 2:30pm – 4:00pm | TS@RM Lynda.com is an online learning platform offering nearly 6000 self-paced video courses in tech, business, and creative skills. There’s something for learners at any level. Participants must have a valid Mesa Public Library card and 4-digit PIN.

THE HOTSPOT DIGITAL HELP DESK Thursdays | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | TS@RM

mesalibrary.org/mesacodes Coding develops logic and problem-solving skills which extend beyond technology. Mesa Codes offers programs geared toward various age groups to introduce this critical foundation at an early age and continually build on it. Ages 4+.

MAIN LIBRARY (MN) THINKSPOT @ MAIN (TS@MN) 64 E. 1st St. DOBSON RANCH LIBRARY (DR) 2425 S. Dobson Rd. RED MOUNTAIN BRANCH (RM) THINKSPOT @ RED MOUNTAIN (TS@ RM) 635 N. Power Rd. MESA EXPRESS LIBRARY (MEL) 2055 S. Power Rd., Ste. 1031 (Entrance 5)

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MESA FIRE AND MEDICAL'S IMMUNIZATION CLINIC Sat | Feb 2 | 10:00am – 1:00pm | MN Mesa Fire and Medical will be on hand to help keep children's immunizations up to date at no cost to the family. Immunizations are available for children 18 and under and who meet at least 1 of the following criteria: have no health insurance, have ACCHS insurance, have insurance that does not cover vaccinations, or be Native American or Alaskan Native. Private health insurance that covers immunizations cannot be accepted.

February Events

(480) 644-3100 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 Our buildings are open 9:00am – 10:00am, Monday through Saturday, for self-service.

ASU PRESENTS: KILLER COUPLES Mon | Feb 11 | 6:30pm – 7:30pm | DR A special pre-Valentine’s day look at deadly duos caught with the help of forensic science. Join ASU professor and former forensic scientist, Kimberly Kobojek, for a look into the world of killer couples. Is the female deadlier than the male, or are they equally as deadly? VALENTINE MAKING DROP-IN Tues | Feb 5 | 2:00pm – 7:00pm | MN Thurs | Feb 7 | 2:00pm – 7:00pm | RM Stop by and make a valentine or two for Mesa residents of care facilities and homebound library patrons. You're also welcome to drop off valentines at any Mesa Public Library or at Mesa City Plaza from February 4-7.

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Registration required Where to find related books Early childhood literacy

Look for the Mesa K-Ready symbol for early literacy and kindergarten readiness programs at the library. For more information visit mesakready.org

MOMTOG 101: DOCUMENTARY PHOTOGRAPHY FUNDAMENTALS Sat | Feb 23 | 3:00pm – 4:30pm | DR Join local photographer Amy Dangerfield for a workshop about basic photo composition rules. This workshop will focus on cameras with manual settings. PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP: HOW TO BETTER CAPTURE THE PERFECTLY-IMPERFECT CHILDHOOD Thurs | Feb 28 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | DR Join local photographer Amy Dangerfield as she goes through tips of taking better pictures of your kids, basic composition rules, and inspiration.

Holiday closure

Mon | Feb 18 | Closed

Events for Children FAMILY CRAFT HOUR: YIKES! IT'S THE YETI! Thurs | Feb 21 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | RM Drop by to learn about this elusive creature from Nepalese folklore and make a yeti craft or two. LEAP INTO SCIENCE FOR PRESCHOOLERS Mon | Feb 25 | 11:00am – 12:00pm | TS@MN We'll explore the science of balance through hands-on activities and children’s books as we practice thinking like scientists in this hands-on workshop from the Franklin Institute Science Museum. Ages 3-5. LEAP INTO SCIENCE FOR FAMILIES Tues | Feb 26 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | DR Explore the science of balance through activities and books in this hands-on workshop from the Franklin Institute Science Museum. For families with children ages 3+.

MESSY WITH MS. JESSI: ARTS AND CRAFTS HOUR Sat | Feb 9 | 10:30am – 11:30am | DR Let your creative side soar and leave with an object of art that you created. February is all about hearts. Ages 5-12 years. MINDFUL MOVEMENT Sat | Feb 9 | 3:00pm – 3:45pm | MN This monthly program combines simple stretching and dexterity exercises with quiet moments to help find balance in our hectic lives. This class is geared for families with young children. Please bring a yoga mat or blanket for the exercises. PAWS2READ Sat | Feb 16 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | DR Read to registered therapy animals. Grades 1-10.

LEARN AND GROW WITH RHYTHM AND FLOW / MUSIC LAB FOR KIDS Fri | Feb 1 | 10:30am – 11:30am | RM In the first half of this program, children will learn the basics of rhythm and beat and what else makes music happen. After that, join in a handson activity about musical instruments. Ages 2-5.

PLAY AND EXPLORE Thurs | Feb 21 | 11:30am – 12:30pm | MN Kids create their own works of art with paint, and build coordination and hand strength along the way! What kiddo doesn't love playing with paint? Ages birth-36 months. This program is presented by Child Crisis Arizona.

SHAKE, BOOGIE, AND BOP! Sat | Feb 16 | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN A rollicking good time with dancing, actionfilled songs, and rhymes! Ages 2-5.

MAD SCIENCE: CUPID CHALLENGE Wed | Feb 6 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN You are a cupid in training. You'll complete challenges with your cupid's "bow" to knock out the most heart targets. Grades 3-8. MAD SCIENCE: BUILD THE EIFFEL TOWER Wed | Feb 20 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Try your hand at building the Eiffel Tower, one of the most famous landmarks in the world. The only catch, you'll only be able to use newspaper and tape! Grades 3-8.

STEAM AT THE RANCH Mon | Feb 4, 11, 25 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | DR Conduct experiments and participate in hands-on activities in science, technology, engineering, art, or math. Grades 1-6. VALENTINE'S DAY PARTY Thurs | Feb 14 | 10:30am – 11:15am | RM Celebrate the day with heartwarming stories, games, and dancing! We will also make cards and “love bugs” for friends and family. This program is for accompanied children of all ages. YOUNG AT ART Wed | Feb 13, 27 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Complete the craft of the week or get creative and make something else with the supplies provided. Grades 2-8.

* Indicates registration required. Visit mesalibrary.org or call 480-644-3100 to register. Check our online calendar for the most up-to-date information.

Events for Teens

ANIME FRIDAY Fridays | 3:30pm – 4:30pm | MN Admit it, teens—you know you want to come hang out and watch Crunchyroll at the library! We'll pick a new anime each time and have an informal discussion afterwards.

GAMING AT THE LIBRARY Wednesdays | 4:00pm – 6:00pm | MN Game on our Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and XBOX One-S, or play one of our cool indie board games. Ages 12-18. GAMING FOR GIRLS Thurs | Feb 14, 28 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Teen Girls! Test your gaming skills against other girl gamers! You're a beginner? No big deal, learn some tips and tricks during this girls only gaming program using the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, or X Box One-S. Ages 12-18. HOW TO APPLY FOR FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID FOR THE 2019-2020 SCHOOL YEAR Tues | Feb 5 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | TS@RM Learn how to navigate the website for receiving federal assistance before the deadline. This will be an interactive workshop, so please bring your laptop or tablet if you have one. I CAN MAKE THAT: ENGINEER Sat | Feb 9, 23 | 2:30pm – 4:00pm | TS@RM Create your own doo-dad or thingy-ma-bob as you take on the Saturday Challenge! POP CULTURE GUESS WHO CHALLENGE Thurs | Feb 21 | 4:30pm – 5:30pm | MN Can you guess the pop culture icon from the clues that your team gives you? Winning teams get to eat treats from the chocolate fountain while the losing team drinks a shot of pickle juice (eww!). RANDOM FANDOM: MARVEL VS DC Tues | Feb 12 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Geek out for an afternoon of Marvel vs DC! Prove to us which comic universe reigns supreme. Join us for trivia, treats, and crafts. TEEN CRAFTERNOON Tues | Feb 19 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Feeling crafty? Drop by the Teen Zone to make a different craft every month. Supplies and candy provided. Ages 12-18.

SHORT STORY WRITING WORKSHOP FOR KIDS AND TEENS* Saturdays | 10:00am – 12:00pm | MN Join Arizona's Young Writers Foundation for this 4-session camp designed to teach and reinforce the basics of short story writing. Each week will build on the next, so please plan on attending all 4 sessions. Ages of 10-18. STUPID CUPID CHOCOLATE CHALLENGE Sat | Feb 9 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Come join us for the one good thing about Valentine’s day—chocolate! Compete in several confectionery challenges. Ages 12-17. THEATER GAMES FOR TEENS Sat | Feb 23 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | RM No experience needed to play these fun improvisational games! Unwind from school and life with an hour of socializing, improv, and acting.

young adult

action society

YAAS! YOUNG ADULT ACTION SOCIETY The Young Adult Action Society offers different activities each week for youth ages 14-24. We are making a positive difference in our library, our city, and the world! We're always accepting new members. This month, YAAS! presents these programs: YAAS! MAKE AN ORIGAMI STAR JAR Tues | Feb 5 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | TS@RM Origami stars in jars. Need we say more? YAAS! AFRICAN AMERICAN ART HISTORY Tues | Feb 12 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Phoenix-based artist Antoinette Cauley leads a lesson and hands-on activity about Black art history and contemporary Black art in honor of Black History Month. YAAS! SMALL GROUP DISCUSSION Tues | Feb 19 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM This week we explore the question: how does the media influence what we see in the mirror? YAAS! BLACK HISTORY MONTH WITH PROFESSOR GOLDEN Tues | Feb 26 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Mesa Community College professor Rod Golden leads an interactive discussion about Black History Month.

wri t er in residence From January to March, Mesa Public Library hosts mystery author Betty Webb as its very own Writer in Residence. Webb is the author of the nationally best-selling Lena Jones mystery series and the humorous Gunn Zoo mysteries. Before beginning to write full time, Betty worked as a journalist, interviewing U.S. presidents, astronauts, Nobel Prize winners, polygamy runaways, and more. She has taught creative writing classes and workshops at Arizona State University and Phoenix College and has been a nationally-syndicated literary critic for thirty years. CONSULTATION HOURS Mystery author Betty Webb is offering 30-minute consultation sessions for aspiring writers. Choose a time slot by visiting mesalibrary.org/writerinresidence. DEVELOPING UNFORGETTABLE CHARACTERS Sat | Feb 16 | 2:30pm – 4:30pm | MN It has been said that character is plot and plot is character. Recognizing that, this workshop stresses how you can develop fully-realized characters and steer clear of stereotypes. Attendees will also get tips on character description and meaningful dialogue. HOW TO WRITE A BOOK Sat | Feb 2 | 2:30pm – 4:30pm | TS@RM Every famous author has had to slog their way through their first book. This workshop breaks down how they did it and how you can too. This workshop will also address the "I don't have time to write!" problem and how to deal with it. WRITING THE CONTEMPORARY MYSTERY OR THRILLER Sat | Feb 9 | 1:30pm – 3:30pm | MN If you want to write a mystery or thriller, this is the workshop for you. Join Betty as she teaches, among other things, how to maintain a strong "Arc of Action," the importance of plot, character, method, motive, and police procedure, and the differences between thrillers and mysteries. WRITING THE CONTEMPORARY NOVEL Sat | Feb 23 | 11:00am – 1:00pm | DR You have probably noticed how much novels have changed over the past twenty years. This workshop explains why those changes have come about and how to keep your own work from feeling dated.

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.

Events for Adults

A HISTORY OF THE SAN XAVIER DEL BAC MISSION Sat | Feb 16 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Docent Craig Reid from the Patronato San Xavier will present this history of the community surrounding Tucson landmark San Xavier del Bac starting in 1692.

ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING, FRAUD, AND ELDER ABUSE Sat | Feb 2 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM AML Analyst Caroline Cateil will define moneylaundering, fraud, and elder abuse; provide examples of common schemes as well as the different types of elder abuse; and identify red flags in order to avoid victimization. She will also provide resources for victims. BANNER ALZHEIMER'S WORKSHOP: PLANNING AHEAD FOR CAREGIVERS Thurs | Feb 28 | 10:00am – 11:30am | RM Caregivers will learn about medical, legal and financial decisions that are needed along with how to find help and pay for care in the home, community, and residential settings. These classes are for the caregiver and are not appropriate for the patient. For more information, please call 602-839-6850 or email BAIFCS@bannerhealth.com. CAN WE GET ALONG? TALKING TO EACH OTHER ABOUT CONTROVERSIES NOW Thurs | Feb 28 | 5:30pm – 6:45pm | MN Join us for a FRANK Talk exploring what brings us together and what separates us. This program is made possible by Arizona Humanities and the Arizona State Library Records and Archives. FREELANCE WRITING Sat | Feb 9 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | TS@RM Seasoned author Richard T. Edwards breaks out the different markets for selling your writing, offers writing tips, and shares four essential freelance business tools. "GOSPEL RADIO MAN" SCREENING AND DISCUSSION Sat | Feb 16 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | MN This documentary tells the story of 96-year-old Brother Fred Larkins, the oldest living active African American Gospel Music DJ in the United States, followed by a discussion of the film led by creator Bruce Nelson. INTRO TO DNA TESTING FOR GENEALOGY Sat | Feb 16 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | TS@RM Learn all about DNA testing including: why to test, how to choose a testing service, and how to use the results to build your family tree. ESL CONVERSATION CLASS Wednesdays | 5:30pm – 7:30pm | RM Saturdays | 12:30pm – 3:00pm | RM Sat | Feb 9, 16, 23 | 1:00pm – 2:30pm | MN Practice basic English listening and speaking skills. Open to all non-native English speakers.

LOCAL AUTHOR BOOK FAIR Sat | Feb 23 | 1:00pm – 5:00pm | RM Meet Arizona authors and discover your next great read! Local authors representing a variety of genres will be present with their books available for sale and signing NETWORKING WITH AUTHOR PAULA GOLDSMITH Thurs | Feb 7 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | TS@RM Author and speaker Paula Goldsmith will share her experiences as you learn why and how to network. SMART CYCLING FUNDAMENTALS* Wed | Feb 13 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM During this introductory workshop, learn about basic bicycle techniques and get a brief update on Mesa's bicycle projects and events. Participants will receive free bicycle safety gear. Presented by the City of Mesa Bicycle and Pedestrian Program. Ages 12+. TAX EFFICIENCY IN RETIREMENT Thurs | Feb 21 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | RM This unbiased class will review how current taxation works and explore the most common ways to save taxes in retirement. TRIVIA "NIGHT:" STRANGER THINGS Sat | Feb 2 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | DR Try your hand at Stranger Things trivia. Come as an individual or as a team, light refreshments will be served. Ages 14+. YOGA FOR BEGINNERS Tues | Feb 26 | 6:30pm – 7:30pm | MN Come to the library for yoga in a relaxed environment. This program is appropriate for all levels. Participants must be able to get up and down off the floor without assistance. Please bring your own yoga mat or towel and strap.

Arts &crafts

Master Gardener series WHAT IS A MASTER GARDENER? Tues | Feb 5 | 6:30pm – 7:30pm | RM Learn about the University of Arizona Master Gardener Volunteer Program, the plethora of resources the program has made available to you as a gardener, how to request help with plant or pest problems and how to be trained and certified as a master gardener yourself! MASTER GARDENING: CITRUS Sat | Feb 9 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | RM We will discuss the proper care, irrigation, fertilization and pruning for healthy citrus trees. We will also discuss different citrus fruit types and the citrus harvesting calendar. PLANT PROPAGATION AND PRUNING Sat | Feb 23 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Leave the hedge trimmers in the shed because we'll discuss how keep plants looking natural as well as tidy with natural pruning. We will also talk about propagating plants, from both seeds and cuttings.

Book groups

FICTION FOLKS Thurs | Feb 14 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | DR Before We Were Yours – Lisa Wingate

ADULT COLORING CLUB Thurs | Feb 7 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | TS@RM Relax and be mindful while coloring. Ages 18+.

WE READ YA BOOK GROUP Wed | Feb 13 | 6:30pm – 7:30pm | DR The Astonishing Color of After – Emily XR Pan

CRAFT NIGHT: REPURPOSED BOOK CRAFTS Thurs | Feb 21 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Crafts using discarded books. Ages 14+.

WHO PICKED THIS BOOK? GROUP Mon | Feb 11 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | RM A Gentleman in Moscow – Amor Towles

LET'S PLAY WITH PAPER Wed | Feb 6 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Try a new papercraft each month. Ages 18+. SEW A REVERSIBLE BOWL COZY* Thurs | Feb 28 | 5:30pm – 7:15pm | TS@RM Make a reversible cozy perfect for holding hot microwaved bowls. We’ll use sewing machines to craft a perfect item for gift giving or for you to use. Ages 12+. TREAT SOMEONE TO A SPA DAY* Tues | Feb 5 | 5:00pm – 7:00pm | TS@MN Make bath bombs and sugar scrub to share the gift of relaxation!

VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE (VITA) PROGRAM Tuesday – Friday | 10:00am – 3:00pm | RM January 29 through April 12 The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax help to those who generally make $54,000 or less annually, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and limited English-speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns. IRS-certified volunteers from Mesa United Way will provide free basic income tax return preparation to qualified individuals.