FAMILY FUN! Bring the whole family to these all-ages events. While you're here, check out a family movie or book to bring home! Your friendly librarians will be happy to help find just the thing for a cozy night in. FAMILY GAME NIGHT Thurs | Jan 17 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN Develop your imagination, teamwork and problem-solving skills while playing the newest games or age-old classics. I SPEAK, YOU SPEAK, WE ALL SPEAK SHAKESPEARE! Sat | Jan 12 | 11:00am – 12:00pm | MN Take the fear out of Shakespeare through games, activities, and discussion. Presented by Southwest Shakespeare Company. All ages. LEAP INTO SCIENCE Sat | Jan 26 | 11:00am – 12:00pm | MN This hands-on workshop from the Franklin Institute Science Museum will explore the science of balance through activities and children’s books. For children ages 3-10 and their favorite grownups. MINDFUL MOVEMENT Sat | Jan 12 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | MN Mindful Movement 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. MAKE IT OR GAME IT! Sat | Jan 26 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Drop in for a craft and games the whole family will enjoy! PARENT GROUP Thurs | Jan 24 | 4:30pm – 5:30pm | MN Meet other parents in the community, discuss parenting concerns, share insider parenting tips, socialize, and build a support network. All while your children build their own social skills through imaginative play.
POP-UP CONCERT WITH CELLIST ZUILL BAILEY Thurs | Jan 17 | 3:00pm – 3:45pm | RM Grammy-winning cellist Zuill Bailey brings his rare combination of artistry and technical wizardry to the library for a pop-up performance of classical hits. Don’t miss it! Presented in partnership with Mesa Arts Center.
THINKspot
Collaborate, innovate, explore, and learn in THINKspot—a workspace and makerspace inside the Red Mountain and Main library branches. THINKspot has the technology and equipment for all your projects, including: • 3D printers • Recording studio with greenscreen and camera • Sewing machines • iMac computers • and more! Visit
mesalibrary.org/thinkspot to learn more.
3D PRINTER TRAINING* Sat | Jan 19 | 10:30am – 12:30pm | TS@RM Tues | Jan 29 | 10:30am – 12:30pm | TS@RM Required to use and reserve the 3D printers. Ages 12+. SEWING MACHINE TRAINING* Sat | Jan 12 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | TS@RM Tues | Jan 22 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | TS@RM Required to use and reserve THINKspot’s Janome DC2014 sewing machines. Ages 12+.
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. ANDROID BASICS* Sat | Jan 12 | 3:00pm – 4:30pm | 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 Wifi. Participants may bring their own Android device or register to use one of our 5 tablets, on a first-come, first-served basis.
IPHONE BASICS* Sat | Jan 19 | 3:00pm – 4:30pm | DR Using an iPhone or iPad, discover how to change settings, move icons, put your machine to sleep or turn it off, and connect to Wifi. Participants may bring their own Apple device or register to use one of our iPad Minis, on a first-come, firstserved basis.
COMPUTER BASICS Tues | Jan 15 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | MN Never used a computer before? Start here.
OVERDRIVE AND THE GREATER PHOENIX DIGITAL LIBRARY* Tues | Jan 29 | 2:30pm – 4:00pm | TS@RM Learn how to use the Overdrive app and download ebooks and audiobooks from the Greater Phoenix Digital Library to your smartphone or tablet. Please bring your device, email address, and password. If you are using a Kindle, you will also need your Amazon account information.
HOTSPOT @ RED MOUNTAIN Thursdays | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | TS@RM 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. INTERNET BASICS† Thurs | Jan 24 | 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.
READ MesaLibrary.Org/YourNextGreatRead
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+.
K-CODE Mon | Jan 7, 14, 28 | 10:00am – 10:45am | TS@RM Wed | Jan 9, 16, 23, 30 | 4:00pm – 4:45pm | DR Logic games and exercises to help build cognitive skills for learning how to code. Ages 4-6. CODING AROUND Wed | Jan 9, 16, 23, 30 | 2:00pm – 2:45pm | TS@RM Tues | Jan 15, 22, 29 | 4:00pm – 4:45pm | DR Logic games and exercises to help build cognitive skills for learning how to code. Ages 6-8. CODE COMMANDERS Wed | Jan 9, 16, 23, 30 | 3:30pm – 5:00pm | TS@RM Thursdays | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | DR Make computer games and websites—no previous experience necessary. Follow the lessons at your own pace, and you’ll be coding in no time! Ages 8+.
Learn the latest commercial software, creative and business skills with in-depth, online courses from LYNDA.COM free with your library card!
480-644-3100
BEST YEAR EVER!
Coding: NONFIC 005.1, 005.711
coming in 2019
STUDIO TRAINING* Thurs | Jan 3 | 1:30pm – 2:30pm | TS@RM Required to use and reserve The Studio. Ages 12+.
Get personalized reading recommendations at:
SMARTPHONE BASICS WITH LYNDA.COM*† Tues | Jan 22 | 2:30pm – 4:00pm | TS@RM Whether you have an iPhone/iPad or an Android device, Lynda.com can help you become a more effective user. All you need is a current Mesa Public Library card and PIN.
mesalibrary.org/mesacodes
BULLET JOURNALING 101 Thurs | Jan 3 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Get organized in 2019! Whether you're a student, working professional, list-maker extraordinaire (or anything in between), a Bullet Journal® will help you get and stay organized.
RED MOUNTAIN BRANCH (RM) THINKSPOT @ RED MOUNTAIN (TS@RM) 635 N. Power Rd.
Our buildings are open 9:00am – 10:00am, Monday through Saturday, for self-service.
MESA EXPRESS LIBRARY (MEL) 2055 S. Power Rd., Ste. 1031 (Entrance 5)
WHAT IS YOUR FINANCIAL PLAN? Sat | Jan 5 & Jan 12 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | TS@RM Whether you are saving for a house, starting a business, or planning for your retirement, this 2-part series will help you create a personal financial plan. Presented by author and former financial planner Joseph R. Mattera.
Organization: NONFIC 648 Health and Fitness: NONFIC 613-616 Career Development: NONFIC 650.1 Personal Finance: NONFIC 332.024
coming in 2019
Visit mesalibrary.org/research to access these online resources for free with your library card:
GRAB THE BRASS RING
Access school and professional exam preparation tools, skill-building materials, and career guidance resources from the Learning Express Library, the Testing and Education Resource Center, and Lynda.com.
LEARN A NEW LANGUAGE
Powerspeak Languages and Rocket Languages allow you to learn a language in your own time with interactive lessons.
Holiday Hours
Mon | Dec 31 | Closed at 5:00pm Tues | January 1 | Closed Mon | January 21 | Closed
DOBSON RANCH LIBRARY (DR) 2425 S. Dobson Rd.
*Indicates registration required. Visit mesalibrary.org or call to register. Check our online calendar for the most up-to-date information.
coming in 2019
CRAFT NIGHT: GET ORGANIZED Thurs | Jan 17 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Upcycle everyday objects to help boost your home organization. Ages 14+.
MAIN LIBRARY (MN) THINKSPOT @ MAIN (TS@MN) 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
January Events
*
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