CRAFTY CODE NIGHT: ONE STEP AT A TIME Wed | July 10 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | TS@MN The family that codes together grows together! In this algorithm-themed program, you'll experiment with hands-on coding activities and complete a code-related craft to take home. DEB'S DRAGONS ð&#x;Ž&#x; Wed | July 24 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Interact with amazing live animals from around the world! DISNEY SINGALONG Fri | July 12 | 10:30am – 11:30am | RM Bring the whole family for our third annual singalong featuring Disney hits. We'll have a special craft station. Costumes encouraged! FAMILY SOCK HOP Sat | July 27 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Jumpin' Jupiter — it's our second annual Family Sock Hop! This year has a space age twist: jive along to 1950’s party hits against a virtual galaxy, play retro-themed games, and make a flying saucer craft. Plus, enjoy the premier of an original film detailing the cosmic adventures from our July 11-13 Stuffed Animal Sleepover. FIRE AND ICE WITH DR T-REX ð&#x;Ž&#x; Thurs | July 25 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM See some of science's coolest concepts in this dazzling show about pressure in the universe.
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GALAXY PLAYDOUGH Wed | July 10 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Come create some glittery galaxy playdough of your very own. HAMPSTEAD STAGE COMPANY: STORIES IN THE STARS Wed | July 24 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Soar through the stars in this compilation of Greek myths. This play will explore various constellations and the legends surrounding them. Ages 5+. MAKE IT OR GAME IT! Thurs | July 11, 18, 25 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Drop in for a craft and games the whole family will enjoy! July 11 - Sun Catchers July 18 - Paper Rockets July 25 - Night Skies MARK CARTER SCIENCE: MAGIC IS SCIENCE WE DON'T UNDERSTAND ð&#x;Ž&#x; Mon | July 22 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM How do illusions trick the brain and fool your five senses, and can we recreate them at home? OVERSIZED GAMES Tues | July 2 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | DR Wed | July 17 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | MN Beat the heat and have some fun as a family with supersized classic games like Memory, Jenga, Connect Four, and Battleship. Games vary by location.
Now Showing: Movies at the Library
HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: THE HIDDEN WORLD Fri | July 12 2:00pm – 4:00pm | MN A dragon trafficker threatens the citizens of Berk. Dreamworks Animation. Rated PG.
WALL-E Wed | July 3 1:00pm – 3:00pm | DR The misadventures of the last robot on Earth, circa 2800, who romances a sleek, hightech android. Disney Pixar. Rated G.
Moon Landing Anniversary
AZ SCIENCE CENTER: JOURNEY TO THE MOON ☑ Tues | July 16 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing with the Arizona Science Center. Ages 3-8.
50th ANNIVERSARY OF THE APOLLO MOON LANDING Sat | July 20 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | MN 2019 marks the 50th anniversary of the Apollo moon landing! Help us celebrate this historic event. 10:30am - Moon landing storytime 11:00am - Moon crafts and activities 11:00am - Lunar rover landings and green screen photographs in THINKspot
REACH FOR THE STARS WITH MOTHER GOOSE ð&#x;Ž&#x; Sat | July 13 | 10:00am – 11:00am | RM Mother Goose will tell us stories about the moon and rocket travel, plus there will be space-themed magic and singalong songs. Presented by Jan Sandwich. SUN AND SAGUAROS WITH THE SOUTH MOUNTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER Wed | July 17 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | DR Investigate how energy from the Sun affects our desert ecosystem and see how plants and animals adapt to thrive in our Sonoran habitat. Includes a take-home solar energy activity. THEATER DAY CAMP PRESENTS: TEN-MINUTE PLAY FESTIVAL Sat | July 20 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | RM The participants of Red Mountain's Theater Day Camp have written, cast, directed, and produced their own ten-minute plays. Come see the results of all their hard work! Following the performance, the cast will host an audience Q&A. WILDMAN PHIL Wed | July 24 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | DR Get up close and personal with wildlife expert Phil Rakoci and his menagerie of reptiles, insects, and other critters.
GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY Wed | July 31 1:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Cosmic outlaws face an interstellar villain who seeks to control the universe. Marvel. Rated PG-13.
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COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY
COMPUTER BASICS Mon | July 15 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | TS@MN Never used a computer before? Start here. You'll learn the parts of a computer and how to use a mouse and keyboard.
INTERNET BASICS Thurs | July 25 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | TS@MN Learn all of the parts of a web browser, how to navigate a website, and how to effectively search for information online.
HOTSPOT DIGITAL HELP DESK Thurs | July 11, 18, 25 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | TS@RM Saturdays | 10:00am – 11:00am | 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.
LYNDA.COM OPEN LAB ☑ Tues | July 30 | 2:30pm – 4:00pm | TS@RM Lynda.com is an online learning platform offering courses in tech, business, and creative skills. All you need is a current Mesa Public Library card and PIN. Come jump start your learning!
THINKspot
Collaborate, innovate, explore, and learn in THINKspot—a workspace and makerspace inside the Main and Red Mountain libraries. To learn more, or for equipment trainings, visit: mesalibrary.org/thinkspot Look for TS@MN and TS@RM to find more THINKspot events.
Prerequisite: Must be comfortable using a keyboard and mouse.
Watch for the newest addition to the Stuffbrary: telescopes! Check one out and view the night sky. This project is supported by the Arizona State Library, Archives & Public Records, a division of the Secretary of State, with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
3D DIGITAL DESIGN Thurs | July 11, 18, 25 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | TS@RM Want to build a castle or create your own magic wand? Learn how to create 3D designs in Tinkercad and watch your idea come to life with our 3D printers!
SEWING FOR BEGINNERS: ONE KEY FOB TO RULE THEM ALL ☑ Wed | July 17 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | TS@MN Learn to use a sewing machine while making a key fob. We'll supply the materials, you bring the enthusiasm! Ages 12+.
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
RED MOUNTAIN BRANCH (RM) THINKSPOT @ RED MOUNTAIN (TS@RM) 635 N. Power Rd.
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Fri | July 26 | 9:00am – 4:30pm | MN Sat | July 27 | 9:00am – 4:30pm | MN Stop by the lobby of the Main Library for great deals on books, audiobooks, DVDs, and more.
It's Harry Potter's birthday month! We're celebrating with nearly 2 weeks of magical events!
MAIN LIBRARY (MN) THINKSPOT @ MAIN (TS@MN) 64 E. 1st St.
MESA EXPRESS LIBRARY (MEL) 2055 S. Power Rd., Ste. 1031 (Entrance 5)
OVERDRIVE AND THE GREATER PHOENIX DIGITAL LIBRARY ☑ Tues | July 16 | 2:30pm – 4:00pm | TS@RM Get the Overdrive app to download magazines, ebooks, and audiobooks from the Greater Phoenix Digital Library to your smartphone or tablet. Please bring your device, email address, password, Mesa Public Library card, and PIN. If you are using a Kindle, please also bring your Amazon login information.
Prerequisite: Must be comfortable using a keyboard and mouse.
DOBSON RANCH LIBRARY (DR) 2425 S. Dobson Rd.
Coming Soon:
Are you signed up for Summer Reading yet? It's not too late! Earn points by reading, attending library programs, and finding secret codes like the one hidden in this newsletter (we promise there really is one this month). You'll earn prizes as you reach 250, 500, 750, and 1000 points. Plus, if you finish the program by August 1, you'll be entered into our raffles for fabulous prizes (log 500 points by July 1 and get entered into extra raffles). Sign up at the library or read20az.com.
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HARRY POTTER MOVIE MARATHON Mon | July 22 through Sat | July 27 | MN Watch the entire Harry Potter saga unfold. We'll show a different movie each day of the week. Warner Bros studio.
Mesa Express Library (MEL) is open 10:00am – 5:00pm, Monday through Saturday. All locations are open 9:00am – 10:00am, Monday through Saturday, for self-service.
Indicates registration required. Visit events.mesalibrary.org or call to register. Check our online calendar for the most up-to-date information.
ESCAPE ROOM: ESCAPE AZKABAN Sat | July 27 | 4:45pm – 8:00pm | MN Mon | July 29 | 10:30am – 7:00pm MN Tues | July 30 | 10:30am – 7:00pm MN Mon | July 31 | 10:30am – 7:00pm MN You and your companions have been imprisoned in Azkaban and must unravel the mysteries of the wizard prison before time runs out! Visit our signup page online to reserve your time slot. July 27 after-hours session is for ages 12+; be sure to arrive by 4:45pm, the library doors lock at 5pm.
HARRY POTTER'S BIRTHDAY BASH Wed | July 31 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | MN Join us at the library for a magical celebration! The Sorting Hat will tell you which Hogwarts house you belong in. Then, you'll make Fantastic Crafts like edible potions and LED wands. In THINKspot, you can practice paper transfiguration, battle with Hogwarts catapults, and snap a Potterific selfie. Costumes encouraged!
☑ Registration required 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
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This program is funded by the U.S. Dept of Agriculture and sponsored by Arizona Dept of Education in association with St. Mary’s Food Bank Alliance.
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ORIGAMI THAT FLIES Wed | July 10 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | DR Learn the art of origami paper folding and make your paper fly. Ages 8+.
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Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Math STEAM ACTIVITY: FIZZY FIREWORKS Wed | July 3 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Fill your July 4th with science and art — we'll explore the science behind the interactions between baking soda and vinegar. Ages 7-12.
TODDLER EXPLORERS Fri | July 19 | 10:30am – 11:15am | RM Explore a variety of art, sensory, and pretend play activities that strengthen fine motor skills, early literacy development, and socialization skills. Ages 16-36 months.
STEAM AT THE RANCH Mondays | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | DR Discover STEAM through hands-on experiments and activities. Grades 1-6. July 1 - Bridge Madness July 8 - Sun Prints July 15 - Code Cracking July 22 - Oil Spill Cleanup July 29 - Balloon Hovercrafts
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME PRESENTS: AUTHOR VISIT WITH MOLLY IDLE Tues | July 9 | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN This special storytime is presented by awardwinning author Molly Idle, best known for her whimsical picture books like Tea Rex. PRESCHOOL STORYTIME PRESENTS: ARTFUL TALES Tues | July 9 | 10:30am – 11:00am | DR Tues | July 30 | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Get on the road again in this special storytime, presented by the i.d.e.a. Museum. Ages 2-5. SHAKE, BOOGIE, AND BOP! Fri | July 19 | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Dance, sing, and rhyme. It’s always a good time! Ages 2-5. TODDLERTIME Wednesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | MN Wednesdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | RM Wednesdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Wednesdays | 11:00am – 11:30am | RM Thurs | July 11, 18, 25 | 10:30am – 11:00am | DR Incorporates stories, music, and movement for children ages 16-36 months.
DIY TOTE WORKSHOP ☑ Tues | July 23 | 1:00pm – 3:30pm | TS@RM Express your style by creating your own tote out of recycled vinyl and duct tape. Ages 12-17. GAMING AT THE LIBRARY Mon | July 1, 8, 15 | 3:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Wed | July 3, 10 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | MN Game on our Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and XBox One-X, or play one of our board games. Ages 12-18. MAGAZINE WORKSHOP ☑ Fri | July 5, 12, 19, 26 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | TS@MN In this workshop you will write and create your own online magazine. Each week will build on the next, so please only register if you are able to attend all 4 sessions. Presented by Arizona's Young Writers Foundation. Ages 10-18. NEBULA LIGHT BOXES ☑ Tues | July 16 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | TS@MN When a star explodes it creates an amazing display of colors. This craft project will help you capture and play with nebula-like lights. SIP AND STITCH Sat | July 6 | 11:00am – 12:30pm | RM If you knit, crochet, sew, cross stitch, macrame, weave, or needlepoint, bring your work-inprogress to the library; sip some coffee or tea, and socialize while you work. All skill levels are welcome. Participants are encouraged to bring their own supplies. Ages 12+.
STEAM SATURDAYS Sat | July 13, 27 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Tackle STEAM in a family-friendly environment. July 13 - UV Creatures Jun 22 - Troll Bogies STEAM ON THE SPOT: AIR CANON Sat | July 6 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM STEAM-themed, hands-on projects. Ages 8+.
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TEEN TUESDAYS Tues | July 2 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | TS@MN Tues | July 9 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | TS@MN Tues | July 23 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | TS@MN Join us in THINKspot to make creative stuff. July 2 - Vinyl Stickers and Iron-Ons July 9 - Wood Burning Art July 23 - Zine Workshop
YOUNG ADULT ACTION SOCIETY The Young Adult Action Society offers different activities each week. We are making a positive difference in our library, our city, and the world! We're always accepting new members. Ages 14+.
THEATER DAY CAMP: TEN MINUTE PLAYS ☑ Tuesday through Friday July 9-19 | 1:30pm – 5:00pm | RM With a performance on: Sat | July 20 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | RM Become an actor, writer, director, stage manager, or all of the above! Participants will create an original play, from characters to costumes, then perform it for family and friends. Ages 12-18.
DUCT TAPE ART Tues | July 2 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM If it exists, you can make it out of duct tape. Use one of the instruction sheets provided or design something uniquely you.
WRITING CAMP ☑ Fri | July 5, 12, 19, 26 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | TS@MN This workshop is designed to teach and reinforce the basics of creative writing. Each week will build on the next, so please only register if you are able to attend all 4 sessions. Presented by Arizona's Young Writers Foundation. Ages 10-18.
You found a secret code! Enter MESAOOPS in your Summer Reading account for 20 extra points.
THIS MONTH, YAAS! PRESENTS:
OPEN MIC NIGHT Tues | July 9 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Bring your musical instruments, monologues, original poetry, tap shoes, or any other talent to perform for the other members of YAAS. 3D PRINTER TRAINING Tues | July 16 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | TS@RM Get trained to use THINKspot's 3D printer so you can reserve the machines and 3D print anything you can imagine. This training is exclusively for members of YAAS.
ADULT COLORING CLUB Thurs | July 11 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | TS@RM Relax and be mindful while coloring. Ages 18+. BANNER ALZHEIMER'S INSTITUTE: MEMORY LOSS AND WHEN TO TAKE THE KEYS Fri | July 26 | 9:00am – 12:00pm | RM Deciding when someone must stop driving can be stressful. Danielle Goldfarb, MD (Banner Alzheimer's Institute) will speak about neurological changes that may impair driving. A panel discussion with additional experts will discuss legal implications, and help you navigate a driving evaluation and prepare to have the difficult conversation. For more information, call 602-839-6850 or email baifcs@bannerhealth.com. COMMUNICATING EFFECTIVELY WITH INFANTS AND TODDLERS Mon | July 15 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | MN Learn about successful parent/child communication. Topics include: temperament, child development, infant engagement cues, and tips for parenting in public. Presented by Child Crisis Arizona. This program is intended for adult parents and caregivers and not children.
MAGIC SCIENCE Tues | July 23 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Science whiz Chris Petty will teach us how to amuse our friends with tricks that look like magic, but are actually based in the principles of physics.
CRAFT NIGHT: PET TOYS Thurs | July 18 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Make DIY toys for your pets or for donation to a local animal shelter. Ages 14+.
GROUP DISCUSSION Tues | July 30 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Discussion topic: If you could give every human on earth the same quality, what would it be and why?
ESL CONVERSATION CLASS Saturdays | 1:00pm – 2:30pm | MN Wednesdays | 5:30pm – 7:30pm | RM Practice basic English listening and speaking skills. Open to all non-native English speakers. Wednesday classes emphasize grammar.
Indicates registration required. Visit events.mesalibrary.org or call to register. Check our online calendar for the most up-to-date information.
GREAT OUTDOORS: HOW TO BE A HAPPY HIKER Sat | July 6 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | RM Brennan Basler, Interpretive Ranger at Usery Mountain Regional Park, will discuss the how-to's of hiking safely in Arizona. He will also highlight some of the special hikes and features of Usery Park.
TRAVEL TIPS AND TRICKS Thurs | July 11 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN As temperatures rise, many of us dream of getting out of town to take a break from the heat. Tiana Velez with the Arizona Office of Tourism will help you make that dream a reality with tips on finding travel deals and booking travel plans online.
GREAT OUTDOORS: URBAN HUMMINGBIRDS Sat | July 27 | 10:30am – 11:30am | RM Emily Macklin of Audubon Arizona will teach us why hummingbirds are so important to our ecosystem and how to attract them to our yards.
YOGA FOR BEGINNERS Tues | July 23 | 5:30pm – 6:30pm | MN Try yoga in a relaxed environment without the pressure of attending a gym or studio. This session will focus on technique and yoga flow practice. Participants must be able to get up and down off the floor without assistance. Please bring your own yoga mat or towel and strap. Ages 18+.
KJZZ SOUNDBITE Sat | July 13 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | MN Soundbite, KJZZ’s mobile recording studio, wants to hear from you! Find the big teal Soundbite truck parked outside and share your library story. Visit our signup page online to reserve your interview spot. LET’S PLAY WITH PAPER Wed | July 3 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Try a new papercraft each month. Ages 18+. SELF-PUBLISHING 101: THE BOOK COVER Thurs | July 18 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | MN In this class, we will create mock-ups for your book cover and discuss the aspects of creating an attractive, marketable, and modern cover. Presented by Yolie Hernandez of AZ Book Designer. TOOLS FOR WORKING WITH DNA MATCH STRENGTHS Sat | July 13 | 12:00pm – 2:00pm | RM Dig into your genetic genealogy! We'll learn about DNA match strength and how to build and test hypotheses in order to solve relationship questions.
Book Groups FICTION FOLKS No meeting in July
A NOVEL APPROACH BOOK GROUP Mon | July 8 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane – Lisa See PAGETURNERS BOOK GROUP Thurs | July 11 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | MN Karolina’s Twins – Ronald Balsam WE READ YA BOOK GROUP Wed | July 10 | 6:30pm – 7:30pm | DR Denton Littles Death Date – Lance Rubin WHO PICKED THIS BOOK? GROUP Mon | July 8 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | RM The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry – Gabrielle Zevin
Thank You to our Summer Reading Program sponsors Applebees Arizona State Library, Archives, & Public Records Arizona State Parks and Trails Harkins Theaters
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Teen Volunteers make summer reading possible! This June and July, 98 teen volunteers will contribute approximately 3300 volunteer hours!
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TEEN SMOOTHIE MAKING CONTEST Thurs | July 18 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Create a delicious smoothie from the ingredients supplied and an objective panel will decide the winner.
Thank You to our Summer Reading Program teen volunteers
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LUNCH AT THE LIBRARY Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 11:30am – 12:30pm | DR Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Birth-18.
STUFFED ANIMAL SLEEPOVER: MISSION TO MARS Storytime and Drop-Off: Thurs | July 11 | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Afternoon Drop-Off: Thurs | July 11 | 3:00pm – 6:00pm | RM One of our puppets mysteriously landed on Mars! Is your stuffed pal brave enough to handle a two-day rescue mission? Drop it off and we'll document its galactic adventures with the help of local video expert Chris Picciuolo. The film will premiere at our July 27 Family Sock Hop (a copy will also be emailed to participants). One stuffed animal per child, please. Pick up at your convenience beginning Saturday, July 13 at 3:00pm.
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Tuesdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Tuesdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Tuesdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | DR Thurs | July 11, 18 | 9:30am – 10:00am | MEL Sat | July 13 | 1:30pm – 2:00pm | MN Join us for songs, books, and silliness in this kindergarten readiness storytime. Ages 3-5.
ANIME FRIDAYS Fri | July 5, 19 | 3:30pm – 4:30pm | MN Hang out and watch Crunchyroll at the library! We’ll pick a new anime each week and have an informal discussion afterwards. Ages 12-18.
SUPER SMASH BROS. TOURNEY Wed | July 24 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | MN It's the last Super Smash Bros. tournament of the summer! We’ll create a bracket and battle to crown a winner. Ages 12-18.
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LEGO CLUB Sat | July 13 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Sat | July 20 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Sat | July 27 | 1:30pm – 2:30pm | DR Explore your creative side with LEGO.
SOUND BEGINNINGS Fri | July 5 | 9:30am – 10:30am | RM Boost early development with singing, movement, instrument play, nursery rhymes, games, stories, and ear training activities. Presented by music teacher Judie Hall. Ages 0-4.
K-CODE STORYTIME Mondays | 10:00am – 10:45am | RM Tuesdays | 11:15am – 12:00pm | TS@MN Wednesdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | DR Introduces basic coding concepts through songs, games, and interactive activities. Ages 3-5.
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LET'S PLAY MUSIC Fri | July 5 | 11:00am – 12:00pm | RM Come and see how easy music lessons can be! Songs, games, imagination, and creativity are components that come together for a fun and informative lesson. Presented by music teacher Judie Hall. Ages 4-6.
PRESCHOOL CRAFT TIME Tuesdays | 11:00am – 11:30am | RM Following Preschool Storytime, create a craft inspired by our letter of the day. Ages 3-5.
BABY LAPSIT Tuesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Wednesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | DR Thurs | July 11, 18, 25 | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies from birth-16 months.
AFTER HOURS MURDER MYSTERY PARTY ☑ Fri | July 12 | 4:45pm – 7:00pm | MN Our Teen Advisory Board is hosting a night of mystery and intrigue! Join Scooby and the Mystery Inc. gang as they become the suspects and you become the detectives. Be sure to arrive in the Teen Zone by 4:45pm; the library doors lock at 5pm.
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KIDS CRAFTERNOON Fridays | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | DR Moonwalk to the library for a space-themed craft. Grades K-6.
PAWS 2 READ Sat | July 6 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | MN Sat | July 20 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | DR Read to certified therapy animals.
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CODE COMMANDERS Mondays | 3:30pm – 5:00pm | TS@MN Wednesdays | 3:30pm – 5:00pm | TS@RM Thurs | July 11, 18, 25 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | DR This weekly series builds kids' understanding of how coding works. Ages 8-12.
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ORIGAMI THAT FLIES Wed | July 10 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | DR Learn the art of origami paper folding and make your paper fly. Ages 8+.
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Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Math STEAM ACTIVITY: FIZZY FIREWORKS Wed | July 3 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Fill your July 4th with science and art — we'll explore the science behind the interactions between baking soda and vinegar. Ages 7-12.
TODDLER EXPLORERS Fri | July 19 | 10:30am – 11:15am | RM Explore a variety of art, sensory, and pretend play activities that strengthen fine motor skills, early literacy development, and socialization skills. Ages 16-36 months.
STEAM AT THE RANCH Mondays | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | DR Discover STEAM through hands-on experiments and activities. Grades 1-6. July 1 - Bridge Madness July 8 - Sun Prints July 15 - Code Cracking July 22 - Oil Spill Cleanup July 29 - Balloon Hovercrafts
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME PRESENTS: AUTHOR VISIT WITH MOLLY IDLE Tues | July 9 | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN This special storytime is presented by awardwinning author Molly Idle, best known for her whimsical picture books like Tea Rex. PRESCHOOL STORYTIME PRESENTS: ARTFUL TALES Tues | July 9 | 10:30am – 11:00am | DR Tues | July 30 | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Get on the road again in this special storytime, presented by the i.d.e.a. Museum. Ages 2-5. SHAKE, BOOGIE, AND BOP! Fri | July 19 | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Dance, sing, and rhyme. It’s always a good time! Ages 2-5. TODDLERTIME Wednesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | MN Wednesdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | RM Wednesdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Wednesdays | 11:00am – 11:30am | RM Thurs | July 11, 18, 25 | 10:30am – 11:00am | DR Incorporates stories, music, and movement for children ages 16-36 months.
DIY TOTE WORKSHOP ☑ Tues | July 23 | 1:00pm – 3:30pm | TS@RM Express your style by creating your own tote out of recycled vinyl and duct tape. Ages 12-17. GAMING AT THE LIBRARY Mon | July 1, 8, 15 | 3:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Wed | July 3, 10 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | MN Game on our Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and XBox One-X, or play one of our board games. Ages 12-18. MAGAZINE WORKSHOP ☑ Fri | July 5, 12, 19, 26 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | TS@MN In this workshop you will write and create your own online magazine. Each week will build on the next, so please only register if you are able to attend all 4 sessions. Presented by Arizona's Young Writers Foundation. Ages 10-18. NEBULA LIGHT BOXES ☑ Tues | July 16 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | TS@MN When a star explodes it creates an amazing display of colors. This craft project will help you capture and play with nebula-like lights. SIP AND STITCH Sat | July 6 | 11:00am – 12:30pm | RM If you knit, crochet, sew, cross stitch, macrame, weave, or needlepoint, bring your work-inprogress to the library; sip some coffee or tea, and socialize while you work. All skill levels are welcome. Participants are encouraged to bring their own supplies. Ages 12+.
STEAM SATURDAYS Sat | July 13, 27 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Tackle STEAM in a family-friendly environment. July 13 - UV Creatures Jun 22 - Troll Bogies STEAM ON THE SPOT: AIR CANON Sat | July 6 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM STEAM-themed, hands-on projects. Ages 8+.
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TEEN TUESDAYS Tues | July 2 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | TS@MN Tues | July 9 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | TS@MN Tues | July 23 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | TS@MN Join us in THINKspot to make creative stuff. July 2 - Vinyl Stickers and Iron-Ons July 9 - Wood Burning Art July 23 - Zine Workshop
YOUNG ADULT ACTION SOCIETY The Young Adult Action Society offers different activities each week. We are making a positive difference in our library, our city, and the world! We're always accepting new members. Ages 14+.
THEATER DAY CAMP: TEN MINUTE PLAYS ☑ Tuesday through Friday July 9-19 | 1:30pm – 5:00pm | RM With a performance on: Sat | July 20 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | RM Become an actor, writer, director, stage manager, or all of the above! Participants will create an original play, from characters to costumes, then perform it for family and friends. Ages 12-18.
DUCT TAPE ART Tues | July 2 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM If it exists, you can make it out of duct tape. Use one of the instruction sheets provided or design something uniquely you.
WRITING CAMP ☑ Fri | July 5, 12, 19, 26 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | TS@MN This workshop is designed to teach and reinforce the basics of creative writing. Each week will build on the next, so please only register if you are able to attend all 4 sessions. Presented by Arizona's Young Writers Foundation. Ages 10-18.
You found a secret code! Enter MESAOOPS in your Summer Reading account for 20 extra points.
THIS MONTH, YAAS! PRESENTS:
OPEN MIC NIGHT Tues | July 9 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Bring your musical instruments, monologues, original poetry, tap shoes, or any other talent to perform for the other members of YAAS. 3D PRINTER TRAINING Tues | July 16 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | TS@RM Get trained to use THINKspot's 3D printer so you can reserve the machines and 3D print anything you can imagine. This training is exclusively for members of YAAS.
ADULT COLORING CLUB Thurs | July 11 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | TS@RM Relax and be mindful while coloring. Ages 18+. BANNER ALZHEIMER'S INSTITUTE: MEMORY LOSS AND WHEN TO TAKE THE KEYS Fri | July 26 | 9:00am – 12:00pm | RM Deciding when someone must stop driving can be stressful. Danielle Goldfarb, MD (Banner Alzheimer's Institute) will speak about neurological changes that may impair driving. A panel discussion with additional experts will discuss legal implications, and help you navigate a driving evaluation and prepare to have the difficult conversation. For more information, call 602-839-6850 or email baifcs@bannerhealth.com. COMMUNICATING EFFECTIVELY WITH INFANTS AND TODDLERS Mon | July 15 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | MN Learn about successful parent/child communication. Topics include: temperament, child development, infant engagement cues, and tips for parenting in public. Presented by Child Crisis Arizona. This program is intended for adult parents and caregivers and not children.
MAGIC SCIENCE Tues | July 23 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Science whiz Chris Petty will teach us how to amuse our friends with tricks that look like magic, but are actually based in the principles of physics.
CRAFT NIGHT: PET TOYS Thurs | July 18 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Make DIY toys for your pets or for donation to a local animal shelter. Ages 14+.
GROUP DISCUSSION Tues | July 30 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Discussion topic: If you could give every human on earth the same quality, what would it be and why?
ESL CONVERSATION CLASS Saturdays | 1:00pm – 2:30pm | MN Wednesdays | 5:30pm – 7:30pm | RM Practice basic English listening and speaking skills. Open to all non-native English speakers. Wednesday classes emphasize grammar.
Indicates registration required. Visit events.mesalibrary.org or call to register. Check our online calendar for the most up-to-date information.
GREAT OUTDOORS: HOW TO BE A HAPPY HIKER Sat | July 6 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | RM Brennan Basler, Interpretive Ranger at Usery Mountain Regional Park, will discuss the how-to's of hiking safely in Arizona. He will also highlight some of the special hikes and features of Usery Park.
TRAVEL TIPS AND TRICKS Thurs | July 11 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN As temperatures rise, many of us dream of getting out of town to take a break from the heat. Tiana Velez with the Arizona Office of Tourism will help you make that dream a reality with tips on finding travel deals and booking travel plans online.
GREAT OUTDOORS: URBAN HUMMINGBIRDS Sat | July 27 | 10:30am – 11:30am | RM Emily Macklin of Audubon Arizona will teach us why hummingbirds are so important to our ecosystem and how to attract them to our yards.
YOGA FOR BEGINNERS Tues | July 23 | 5:30pm – 6:30pm | MN Try yoga in a relaxed environment without the pressure of attending a gym or studio. This session will focus on technique and yoga flow practice. Participants must be able to get up and down off the floor without assistance. Please bring your own yoga mat or towel and strap. Ages 18+.
KJZZ SOUNDBITE Sat | July 13 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | MN Soundbite, KJZZ’s mobile recording studio, wants to hear from you! Find the big teal Soundbite truck parked outside and share your library story. Visit our signup page online to reserve your interview spot. LET’S PLAY WITH PAPER Wed | July 3 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Try a new papercraft each month. Ages 18+. SELF-PUBLISHING 101: THE BOOK COVER Thurs | July 18 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | MN In this class, we will create mock-ups for your book cover and discuss the aspects of creating an attractive, marketable, and modern cover. Presented by Yolie Hernandez of AZ Book Designer. TOOLS FOR WORKING WITH DNA MATCH STRENGTHS Sat | July 13 | 12:00pm – 2:00pm | RM Dig into your genetic genealogy! We'll learn about DNA match strength and how to build and test hypotheses in order to solve relationship questions.
Book Groups FICTION FOLKS No meeting in July
A NOVEL APPROACH BOOK GROUP Mon | July 8 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane – Lisa See PAGETURNERS BOOK GROUP Thurs | July 11 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | MN Karolina’s Twins – Ronald Balsam WE READ YA BOOK GROUP Wed | July 10 | 6:30pm – 7:30pm | DR Denton Littles Death Date – Lance Rubin WHO PICKED THIS BOOK? GROUP Mon | July 8 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | RM The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry – Gabrielle Zevin
Thank You to our Summer Reading Program sponsors Applebees Arizona State Library, Archives, & Public Records Arizona State Parks and Trails Harkins Theaters
FIC MORGENSTERN, E.
FIC HARKNESS, D.
SF GROSSMAN, L.
FIC ANDERS, C.
FIC GAIMAN, N.
Teen Volunteers make summer reading possible! This June and July, 98 teen volunteers will contribute approximately 3300 volunteer hours!
Adults FIC JOHANSEN, E.
TEEN SMOOTHIE MAKING CONTEST Thurs | July 18 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Create a delicious smoothie from the ingredients supplied and an objective panel will decide the winner.
Thank You to our Summer Reading Program teen volunteers
YA SF SCOTT, M
LUNCH AT THE LIBRARY Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 11:30am – 12:30pm | DR Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Birth-18.
STUFFED ANIMAL SLEEPOVER: MISSION TO MARS Storytime and Drop-Off: Thurs | July 11 | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Afternoon Drop-Off: Thurs | July 11 | 3:00pm – 6:00pm | RM One of our puppets mysteriously landed on Mars! Is your stuffed pal brave enough to handle a two-day rescue mission? Drop it off and we'll document its galactic adventures with the help of local video expert Chris Picciuolo. The film will premiere at our July 27 Family Sock Hop (a copy will also be emailed to participants). One stuffed animal per child, please. Pick up at your convenience beginning Saturday, July 13 at 3:00pm.
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Tuesdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Tuesdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Tuesdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | DR Thurs | July 11, 18 | 9:30am – 10:00am | MEL Sat | July 13 | 1:30pm – 2:00pm | MN Join us for songs, books, and silliness in this kindergarten readiness storytime. Ages 3-5.
ANIME FRIDAYS Fri | July 5, 19 | 3:30pm – 4:30pm | MN Hang out and watch Crunchyroll at the library! We’ll pick a new anime each week and have an informal discussion afterwards. Ages 12-18.
SUPER SMASH BROS. TOURNEY Wed | July 24 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | MN It's the last Super Smash Bros. tournament of the summer! We’ll create a bracket and battle to crown a winner. Ages 12-18.
YA SF FLANAGAN, J.
LEGO CLUB Sat | July 13 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Sat | July 20 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Sat | July 27 | 1:30pm – 2:30pm | DR Explore your creative side with LEGO.
SOUND BEGINNINGS Fri | July 5 | 9:30am – 10:30am | RM Boost early development with singing, movement, instrument play, nursery rhymes, games, stories, and ear training activities. Presented by music teacher Judie Hall. Ages 0-4.
K-CODE STORYTIME Mondays | 10:00am – 10:45am | RM Tuesdays | 11:15am – 12:00pm | TS@MN Wednesdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | DR Introduces basic coding concepts through songs, games, and interactive activities. Ages 3-5.
Teens
YA FIC ONYEBUCHI, T.
LET'S PLAY MUSIC Fri | July 5 | 11:00am – 12:00pm | RM Come and see how easy music lessons can be! Songs, games, imagination, and creativity are components that come together for a fun and informative lesson. Presented by music teacher Judie Hall. Ages 4-6.
PRESCHOOL CRAFT TIME Tuesdays | 11:00am – 11:30am | RM Following Preschool Storytime, create a craft inspired by our letter of the day. Ages 3-5.
BABY LAPSIT Tuesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Wednesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | DR Thurs | July 11, 18, 25 | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies from birth-16 months.
AFTER HOURS MURDER MYSTERY PARTY ☑ Fri | July 12 | 4:45pm – 7:00pm | MN Our Teen Advisory Board is hosting a night of mystery and intrigue! Join Scooby and the Mystery Inc. gang as they become the suspects and you become the detectives. Be sure to arrive in the Teen Zone by 4:45pm; the library doors lock at 5pm.
YA FIC JANTHA, A.
KIDS CRAFTERNOON Fridays | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | DR Moonwalk to the library for a space-themed craft. Grades K-6.
PAWS 2 READ Sat | July 6 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | MN Sat | July 20 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | DR Read to certified therapy animals.
JE BERRY, L.
CODE COMMANDERS Mondays | 3:30pm – 5:00pm | TS@MN Wednesdays | 3:30pm – 5:00pm | TS@RM Thurs | July 11, 18, 25 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | DR This weekly series builds kids' understanding of how coding works. Ages 8-12.
Storytimes
YA SF CASHORE, K.
Kids
i.d.e.a. Museum Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) Maricopa County Reads Mesa Parks and Recreation
Phoenix Mercury Peter Piper Pizza Rubio's Uptown Jungle Mesa
This program is funded by the U.S. Dept of Agriculture and sponsored by Arizona Dept of Education in association with St. Mary’s Food Bank Alliance.
JE ASHMAN, L.
JE EVANSON, E.
ORIGAMI THAT FLIES Wed | July 10 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | DR Learn the art of origami paper folding and make your paper fly. Ages 8+.
STEAM
Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Math STEAM ACTIVITY: FIZZY FIREWORKS Wed | July 3 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Fill your July 4th with science and art — we'll explore the science behind the interactions between baking soda and vinegar. Ages 7-12.
TODDLER EXPLORERS Fri | July 19 | 10:30am – 11:15am | RM Explore a variety of art, sensory, and pretend play activities that strengthen fine motor skills, early literacy development, and socialization skills. Ages 16-36 months.
STEAM AT THE RANCH Mondays | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | DR Discover STEAM through hands-on experiments and activities. Grades 1-6. July 1 - Bridge Madness July 8 - Sun Prints July 15 - Code Cracking July 22 - Oil Spill Cleanup July 29 - Balloon Hovercrafts
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME PRESENTS: AUTHOR VISIT WITH MOLLY IDLE Tues | July 9 | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN This special storytime is presented by awardwinning author Molly Idle, best known for her whimsical picture books like Tea Rex. PRESCHOOL STORYTIME PRESENTS: ARTFUL TALES Tues | July 9 | 10:30am – 11:00am | DR Tues | July 30 | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Get on the road again in this special storytime, presented by the i.d.e.a. Museum. Ages 2-5. SHAKE, BOOGIE, AND BOP! Fri | July 19 | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Dance, sing, and rhyme. It’s always a good time! Ages 2-5. TODDLERTIME Wednesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | MN Wednesdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | RM Wednesdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Wednesdays | 11:00am – 11:30am | RM Thurs | July 11, 18, 25 | 10:30am – 11:00am | DR Incorporates stories, music, and movement for children ages 16-36 months.
DIY TOTE WORKSHOP ☑ Tues | July 23 | 1:00pm – 3:30pm | TS@RM Express your style by creating your own tote out of recycled vinyl and duct tape. Ages 12-17. GAMING AT THE LIBRARY Mon | July 1, 8, 15 | 3:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Wed | July 3, 10 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | MN Game on our Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and XBox One-X, or play one of our board games. Ages 12-18. MAGAZINE WORKSHOP ☑ Fri | July 5, 12, 19, 26 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | TS@MN In this workshop you will write and create your own online magazine. Each week will build on the next, so please only register if you are able to attend all 4 sessions. Presented by Arizona's Young Writers Foundation. Ages 10-18. NEBULA LIGHT BOXES ☑ Tues | July 16 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | TS@MN When a star explodes it creates an amazing display of colors. This craft project will help you capture and play with nebula-like lights. SIP AND STITCH Sat | July 6 | 11:00am – 12:30pm | RM If you knit, crochet, sew, cross stitch, macrame, weave, or needlepoint, bring your work-inprogress to the library; sip some coffee or tea, and socialize while you work. All skill levels are welcome. Participants are encouraged to bring their own supplies. Ages 12+.
STEAM SATURDAYS Sat | July 13, 27 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Tackle STEAM in a family-friendly environment. July 13 - UV Creatures Jun 22 - Troll Bogies STEAM ON THE SPOT: AIR CANON Sat | July 6 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM STEAM-themed, hands-on projects. Ages 8+.
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YAAS!
TEEN TUESDAYS Tues | July 2 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | TS@MN Tues | July 9 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | TS@MN Tues | July 23 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | TS@MN Join us in THINKspot to make creative stuff. July 2 - Vinyl Stickers and Iron-Ons July 9 - Wood Burning Art July 23 - Zine Workshop
YOUNG ADULT ACTION SOCIETY The Young Adult Action Society offers different activities each week. We are making a positive difference in our library, our city, and the world! We're always accepting new members. Ages 14+.
THEATER DAY CAMP: TEN MINUTE PLAYS ☑ Tuesday through Friday July 9-19 | 1:30pm – 5:00pm | RM With a performance on: Sat | July 20 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | RM Become an actor, writer, director, stage manager, or all of the above! Participants will create an original play, from characters to costumes, then perform it for family and friends. Ages 12-18.
DUCT TAPE ART Tues | July 2 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM If it exists, you can make it out of duct tape. Use one of the instruction sheets provided or design something uniquely you.
WRITING CAMP ☑ Fri | July 5, 12, 19, 26 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | TS@MN This workshop is designed to teach and reinforce the basics of creative writing. Each week will build on the next, so please only register if you are able to attend all 4 sessions. Presented by Arizona's Young Writers Foundation. Ages 10-18.
You found a secret code! Enter MESAOOPS in your Summer Reading account for 20 extra points.
THIS MONTH, YAAS! PRESENTS:
OPEN MIC NIGHT Tues | July 9 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Bring your musical instruments, monologues, original poetry, tap shoes, or any other talent to perform for the other members of YAAS. 3D PRINTER TRAINING Tues | July 16 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | TS@RM Get trained to use THINKspot's 3D printer so you can reserve the machines and 3D print anything you can imagine. This training is exclusively for members of YAAS.
ADULT COLORING CLUB Thurs | July 11 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | TS@RM Relax and be mindful while coloring. Ages 18+. BANNER ALZHEIMER'S INSTITUTE: MEMORY LOSS AND WHEN TO TAKE THE KEYS Fri | July 26 | 9:00am – 12:00pm | RM Deciding when someone must stop driving can be stressful. Danielle Goldfarb, MD (Banner Alzheimer's Institute) will speak about neurological changes that may impair driving. A panel discussion with additional experts will discuss legal implications, and help you navigate a driving evaluation and prepare to have the difficult conversation. For more information, call 602-839-6850 or email baifcs@bannerhealth.com. COMMUNICATING EFFECTIVELY WITH INFANTS AND TODDLERS Mon | July 15 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | MN Learn about successful parent/child communication. Topics include: temperament, child development, infant engagement cues, and tips for parenting in public. Presented by Child Crisis Arizona. This program is intended for adult parents and caregivers and not children.
MAGIC SCIENCE Tues | July 23 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Science whiz Chris Petty will teach us how to amuse our friends with tricks that look like magic, but are actually based in the principles of physics.
CRAFT NIGHT: PET TOYS Thurs | July 18 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Make DIY toys for your pets or for donation to a local animal shelter. Ages 14+.
GROUP DISCUSSION Tues | July 30 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Discussion topic: If you could give every human on earth the same quality, what would it be and why?
ESL CONVERSATION CLASS Saturdays | 1:00pm – 2:30pm | MN Wednesdays | 5:30pm – 7:30pm | RM Practice basic English listening and speaking skills. Open to all non-native English speakers. Wednesday classes emphasize grammar.
Indicates registration required. Visit events.mesalibrary.org or call to register. Check our online calendar for the most up-to-date information.
GREAT OUTDOORS: HOW TO BE A HAPPY HIKER Sat | July 6 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | RM Brennan Basler, Interpretive Ranger at Usery Mountain Regional Park, will discuss the how-to's of hiking safely in Arizona. He will also highlight some of the special hikes and features of Usery Park.
TRAVEL TIPS AND TRICKS Thurs | July 11 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN As temperatures rise, many of us dream of getting out of town to take a break from the heat. Tiana Velez with the Arizona Office of Tourism will help you make that dream a reality with tips on finding travel deals and booking travel plans online.
GREAT OUTDOORS: URBAN HUMMINGBIRDS Sat | July 27 | 10:30am – 11:30am | RM Emily Macklin of Audubon Arizona will teach us why hummingbirds are so important to our ecosystem and how to attract them to our yards.
YOGA FOR BEGINNERS Tues | July 23 | 5:30pm – 6:30pm | MN Try yoga in a relaxed environment without the pressure of attending a gym or studio. This session will focus on technique and yoga flow practice. Participants must be able to get up and down off the floor without assistance. Please bring your own yoga mat or towel and strap. Ages 18+.
KJZZ SOUNDBITE Sat | July 13 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | MN Soundbite, KJZZ’s mobile recording studio, wants to hear from you! Find the big teal Soundbite truck parked outside and share your library story. Visit our signup page online to reserve your interview spot. LET’S PLAY WITH PAPER Wed | July 3 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Try a new papercraft each month. Ages 18+. SELF-PUBLISHING 101: THE BOOK COVER Thurs | July 18 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | MN In this class, we will create mock-ups for your book cover and discuss the aspects of creating an attractive, marketable, and modern cover. Presented by Yolie Hernandez of AZ Book Designer. TOOLS FOR WORKING WITH DNA MATCH STRENGTHS Sat | July 13 | 12:00pm – 2:00pm | RM Dig into your genetic genealogy! We'll learn about DNA match strength and how to build and test hypotheses in order to solve relationship questions.
Book Groups FICTION FOLKS No meeting in July
A NOVEL APPROACH BOOK GROUP Mon | July 8 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane – Lisa See PAGETURNERS BOOK GROUP Thurs | July 11 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | MN Karolina’s Twins – Ronald Balsam WE READ YA BOOK GROUP Wed | July 10 | 6:30pm – 7:30pm | DR Denton Littles Death Date – Lance Rubin WHO PICKED THIS BOOK? GROUP Mon | July 8 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | RM The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry – Gabrielle Zevin
Thank You to our Summer Reading Program sponsors Applebees Arizona State Library, Archives, & Public Records Arizona State Parks and Trails Harkins Theaters
FIC MORGENSTERN, E.
FIC HARKNESS, D.
SF GROSSMAN, L.
FIC ANDERS, C.
FIC GAIMAN, N.
Teen Volunteers make summer reading possible! This June and July, 98 teen volunteers will contribute approximately 3300 volunteer hours!
Adults FIC JOHANSEN, E.
TEEN SMOOTHIE MAKING CONTEST Thurs | July 18 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Create a delicious smoothie from the ingredients supplied and an objective panel will decide the winner.
Thank You to our Summer Reading Program teen volunteers
YA SF SCOTT, M
LUNCH AT THE LIBRARY Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 11:30am – 12:30pm | DR Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Birth-18.
STUFFED ANIMAL SLEEPOVER: MISSION TO MARS Storytime and Drop-Off: Thurs | July 11 | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Afternoon Drop-Off: Thurs | July 11 | 3:00pm – 6:00pm | RM One of our puppets mysteriously landed on Mars! Is your stuffed pal brave enough to handle a two-day rescue mission? Drop it off and we'll document its galactic adventures with the help of local video expert Chris Picciuolo. The film will premiere at our July 27 Family Sock Hop (a copy will also be emailed to participants). One stuffed animal per child, please. Pick up at your convenience beginning Saturday, July 13 at 3:00pm.
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Tuesdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Tuesdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Tuesdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | DR Thurs | July 11, 18 | 9:30am – 10:00am | MEL Sat | July 13 | 1:30pm – 2:00pm | MN Join us for songs, books, and silliness in this kindergarten readiness storytime. Ages 3-5.
ANIME FRIDAYS Fri | July 5, 19 | 3:30pm – 4:30pm | MN Hang out and watch Crunchyroll at the library! We’ll pick a new anime each week and have an informal discussion afterwards. Ages 12-18.
SUPER SMASH BROS. TOURNEY Wed | July 24 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | MN It's the last Super Smash Bros. tournament of the summer! We’ll create a bracket and battle to crown a winner. Ages 12-18.
YA SF FLANAGAN, J.
LEGO CLUB Sat | July 13 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Sat | July 20 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Sat | July 27 | 1:30pm – 2:30pm | DR Explore your creative side with LEGO.
SOUND BEGINNINGS Fri | July 5 | 9:30am – 10:30am | RM Boost early development with singing, movement, instrument play, nursery rhymes, games, stories, and ear training activities. Presented by music teacher Judie Hall. Ages 0-4.
K-CODE STORYTIME Mondays | 10:00am – 10:45am | RM Tuesdays | 11:15am – 12:00pm | TS@MN Wednesdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | DR Introduces basic coding concepts through songs, games, and interactive activities. Ages 3-5.
Teens
YA FIC ONYEBUCHI, T.
LET'S PLAY MUSIC Fri | July 5 | 11:00am – 12:00pm | RM Come and see how easy music lessons can be! Songs, games, imagination, and creativity are components that come together for a fun and informative lesson. Presented by music teacher Judie Hall. Ages 4-6.
PRESCHOOL CRAFT TIME Tuesdays | 11:00am – 11:30am | RM Following Preschool Storytime, create a craft inspired by our letter of the day. Ages 3-5.
BABY LAPSIT Tuesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Wednesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | DR Thurs | July 11, 18, 25 | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies from birth-16 months.
AFTER HOURS MURDER MYSTERY PARTY ☑ Fri | July 12 | 4:45pm – 7:00pm | MN Our Teen Advisory Board is hosting a night of mystery and intrigue! Join Scooby and the Mystery Inc. gang as they become the suspects and you become the detectives. Be sure to arrive in the Teen Zone by 4:45pm; the library doors lock at 5pm.
YA FIC JANTHA, A.
KIDS CRAFTERNOON Fridays | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | DR Moonwalk to the library for a space-themed craft. Grades K-6.
PAWS 2 READ Sat | July 6 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | MN Sat | July 20 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | DR Read to certified therapy animals.
JE BERRY, L.
CODE COMMANDERS Mondays | 3:30pm – 5:00pm | TS@MN Wednesdays | 3:30pm – 5:00pm | TS@RM Thurs | July 11, 18, 25 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | DR This weekly series builds kids' understanding of how coding works. Ages 8-12.
Storytimes
YA SF CASHORE, K.
Kids
i.d.e.a. Museum Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) Maricopa County Reads Mesa Parks and Recreation
Phoenix Mercury Peter Piper Pizza Rubio's Uptown Jungle Mesa
CRAFTY CODE NIGHT: ONE STEP AT A TIME Wed | July 10 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | TS@MN The family that codes together grows together! In this algorithm-themed program, you'll experiment with hands-on coding activities and complete a code-related craft to take home. DEB'S DRAGONS ð&#x;Ž&#x; Wed | July 24 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Interact with amazing live animals from around the world! DISNEY SINGALONG Fri | July 12 | 10:30am – 11:30am | RM Bring the whole family for our third annual singalong featuring Disney hits. We'll have a special craft station. Costumes encouraged! FAMILY SOCK HOP Sat | July 27 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Jumpin' Jupiter — it's our second annual Family Sock Hop! This year has a space age twist: jive along to 1950’s party hits against a virtual galaxy, play retro-themed games, and make a flying saucer craft. Plus, enjoy the premier of an original film detailing the cosmic adventures from our July 11-13 Stuffed Animal Sleepover. FIRE AND ICE WITH DR T-REX ð&#x;Ž&#x; Thurs | July 25 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM See some of science's coolest concepts in this dazzling show about pressure in the universe.
ð&#x;Ž&#x; Indicates a ticketed program. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start, arrive early to ensure your spot!
GALAXY PLAYDOUGH Wed | July 10 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Come create some glittery galaxy playdough of your very own. HAMPSTEAD STAGE COMPANY: STORIES IN THE STARS Wed | July 24 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Soar through the stars in this compilation of Greek myths. This play will explore various constellations and the legends surrounding them. Ages 5+. MAKE IT OR GAME IT! Thurs | July 11, 18, 25 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Drop in for a craft and games the whole family will enjoy! July 11 - Sun Catchers July 18 - Paper Rockets July 25 - Night Skies MARK CARTER SCIENCE: MAGIC IS SCIENCE WE DON'T UNDERSTAND ð&#x;Ž&#x; Mon | July 22 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM How do illusions trick the brain and fool your five senses, and can we recreate them at home? OVERSIZED GAMES Tues | July 2 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | DR Wed | July 17 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | MN Beat the heat and have some fun as a family with supersized classic games like Memory, Jenga, Connect Four, and Battleship. Games vary by location.
Now Showing: Movies at the Library
HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: THE HIDDEN WORLD Fri | July 12 2:00pm – 4:00pm | MN A dragon trafficker threatens the citizens of Berk. Dreamworks Animation. Rated PG.
WALL-E Wed | July 3 1:00pm – 3:00pm | DR The misadventures of the last robot on Earth, circa 2800, who romances a sleek, hightech android. Disney Pixar. Rated G.
Moon Landing Anniversary
AZ SCIENCE CENTER: JOURNEY TO THE MOON ☑ Tues | July 16 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing with the Arizona Science Center. Ages 3-8.
50th ANNIVERSARY OF THE APOLLO MOON LANDING Sat | July 20 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | MN 2019 marks the 50th anniversary of the Apollo moon landing! Help us celebrate this historic event. 10:30am - Moon landing storytime 11:00am - Moon crafts and activities 11:00am - Lunar rover landings and green screen photographs in THINKspot
REACH FOR THE STARS WITH MOTHER GOOSE ð&#x;Ž&#x; Sat | July 13 | 10:00am – 11:00am | RM Mother Goose will tell us stories about the moon and rocket travel, plus there will be space-themed magic and singalong songs. Presented by Jan Sandwich. SUN AND SAGUAROS WITH THE SOUTH MOUNTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER Wed | July 17 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | DR Investigate how energy from the Sun affects our desert ecosystem and see how plants and animals adapt to thrive in our Sonoran habitat. Includes a take-home solar energy activity. THEATER DAY CAMP PRESENTS: TEN-MINUTE PLAY FESTIVAL Sat | July 20 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | RM The participants of Red Mountain's Theater Day Camp have written, cast, directed, and produced their own ten-minute plays. Come see the results of all their hard work! Following the performance, the cast will host an audience Q&A. WILDMAN PHIL Wed | July 24 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | DR Get up close and personal with wildlife expert Phil Rakoci and his menagerie of reptiles, insects, and other critters.
GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY Wed | July 31 1:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Cosmic outlaws face an interstellar villain who seeks to control the universe. Marvel. Rated PG-13.
Magic Tricks 793.8
Family
HOLIDAY HOURS Thurs | July 4 | CLOSED
COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY
COMPUTER BASICS Mon | July 15 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | TS@MN Never used a computer before? Start here. You'll learn the parts of a computer and how to use a mouse and keyboard.
INTERNET BASICS Thurs | July 25 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | TS@MN Learn all of the parts of a web browser, how to navigate a website, and how to effectively search for information online.
HOTSPOT DIGITAL HELP DESK Thurs | July 11, 18, 25 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | TS@RM Saturdays | 10:00am – 11:00am | 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.
LYNDA.COM OPEN LAB ☑ Tues | July 30 | 2:30pm – 4:00pm | TS@RM Lynda.com is an online learning platform offering courses in tech, business, and creative skills. All you need is a current Mesa Public Library card and PIN. Come jump start your learning!
THINKspot
Collaborate, innovate, explore, and learn in THINKspot—a workspace and makerspace inside the Main and Red Mountain libraries. To learn more, or for equipment trainings, visit: mesalibrary.org/thinkspot Look for TS@MN and TS@RM to find more THINKspot events.
Prerequisite: Must be comfortable using a keyboard and mouse.
Watch for the newest addition to the Stuffbrary: telescopes! Check one out and view the night sky. This project is supported by the Arizona State Library, Archives & Public Records, a division of the Secretary of State, with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
3D DIGITAL DESIGN Thurs | July 11, 18, 25 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | TS@RM Want to build a castle or create your own magic wand? Learn how to create 3D designs in Tinkercad and watch your idea come to life with our 3D printers!
SEWING FOR BEGINNERS: ONE KEY FOB TO RULE THEM ALL ☑ Wed | July 17 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | TS@MN Learn to use a sewing machine while making a key fob. We'll supply the materials, you bring the enthusiasm! Ages 12+.
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
RED MOUNTAIN BRANCH (RM) THINKSPOT @ RED MOUNTAIN (TS@RM) 635 N. Power Rd.
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Big Book Sale
Fri | July 26 | 9:00am – 4:30pm | MN Sat | July 27 | 9:00am – 4:30pm | MN Stop by the lobby of the Main Library for great deals on books, audiobooks, DVDs, and more.
It's Harry Potter's birthday month! We're celebrating with nearly 2 weeks of magical events!
MAIN LIBRARY (MN) THINKSPOT @ MAIN (TS@MN) 64 E. 1st St.
MESA EXPRESS LIBRARY (MEL) 2055 S. Power Rd., Ste. 1031 (Entrance 5)
OVERDRIVE AND THE GREATER PHOENIX DIGITAL LIBRARY ☑ Tues | July 16 | 2:30pm – 4:00pm | TS@RM Get the Overdrive app to download magazines, ebooks, and audiobooks from the Greater Phoenix Digital Library to your smartphone or tablet. Please bring your device, email address, password, Mesa Public Library card, and PIN. If you are using a Kindle, please also bring your Amazon login information.
Prerequisite: Must be comfortable using a keyboard and mouse.
DOBSON RANCH LIBRARY (DR) 2425 S. Dobson Rd.
Coming Soon:
Are you signed up for Summer Reading yet? It's not too late! Earn points by reading, attending library programs, and finding secret codes like the one hidden in this newsletter (we promise there really is one this month). You'll earn prizes as you reach 250, 500, 750, and 1000 points. Plus, if you finish the program by August 1, you'll be entered into our raffles for fabulous prizes (log 500 points by July 1 and get entered into extra raffles). Sign up at the library or read20az.com.
July Events
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Mon | July 22 3:30pm
Tues | July 23 4:00pm
Wed | July 24 4:00pm
Thurs | July 25 3:30pm
Fri | July 26 2:00pm
Sat | July 27 10:00am
Sat | July 27 12:30pm
Sat | July 27 3:00pm
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HARRY POTTER MOVIE MARATHON Mon | July 22 through Sat | July 27 | MN Watch the entire Harry Potter saga unfold. We'll show a different movie each day of the week. Warner Bros studio.
Mesa Express Library (MEL) is open 10:00am – 5:00pm, Monday through Saturday. All locations are open 9:00am – 10:00am, Monday through Saturday, for self-service.
Indicates registration required. Visit events.mesalibrary.org or call to register. Check our online calendar for the most up-to-date information.
ESCAPE ROOM: ESCAPE AZKABAN Sat | July 27 | 4:45pm – 8:00pm | MN Mon | July 29 | 10:30am – 7:00pm MN Tues | July 30 | 10:30am – 7:00pm MN Mon | July 31 | 10:30am – 7:00pm MN You and your companions have been imprisoned in Azkaban and must unravel the mysteries of the wizard prison before time runs out! Visit our signup page online to reserve your time slot. July 27 after-hours session is for ages 12+; be sure to arrive by 4:45pm, the library doors lock at 5pm.
HARRY POTTER'S BIRTHDAY BASH Wed | July 31 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | MN Join us at the library for a magical celebration! The Sorting Hat will tell you which Hogwarts house you belong in. Then, you'll make Fantastic Crafts like edible potions and LED wands. In THINKspot, you can practice paper transfiguration, battle with Hogwarts catapults, and snap a Potterific selfie. Costumes encouraged!
☑ Registration required 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
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CRAFTY CODE NIGHT: ONE STEP AT A TIME Wed | July 10 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | TS@MN The family that codes together grows together! In this algorithm-themed program, you'll experiment with hands-on coding activities and complete a code-related craft to take home. DEB'S DRAGONS ð&#x;Ž&#x; Wed | July 24 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Interact with amazing live animals from around the world! DISNEY SINGALONG Fri | July 12 | 10:30am – 11:30am | RM Bring the whole family for our third annual singalong featuring Disney hits. We'll have a special craft station. Costumes encouraged! FAMILY SOCK HOP Sat | July 27 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Jumpin' Jupiter — it's our second annual Family Sock Hop! This year has a space age twist: jive along to 1950’s party hits against a virtual galaxy, play retro-themed games, and make a flying saucer craft. Plus, enjoy the premier of an original film detailing the cosmic adventures from our July 11-13 Stuffed Animal Sleepover. FIRE AND ICE WITH DR T-REX ð&#x;Ž&#x; Thurs | July 25 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM See some of science's coolest concepts in this dazzling show about pressure in the universe.
ð&#x;Ž&#x; Indicates a ticketed program. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start, arrive early to ensure your spot!
GALAXY PLAYDOUGH Wed | July 10 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Come create some glittery galaxy playdough of your very own. HAMPSTEAD STAGE COMPANY: STORIES IN THE STARS Wed | July 24 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Soar through the stars in this compilation of Greek myths. This play will explore various constellations and the legends surrounding them. Ages 5+. MAKE IT OR GAME IT! Thurs | July 11, 18, 25 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Drop in for a craft and games the whole family will enjoy! July 11 - Sun Catchers July 18 - Paper Rockets July 25 - Night Skies MARK CARTER SCIENCE: MAGIC IS SCIENCE WE DON'T UNDERSTAND ð&#x;Ž&#x; Mon | July 22 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM How do illusions trick the brain and fool your five senses, and can we recreate them at home? OVERSIZED GAMES Tues | July 2 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | DR Wed | July 17 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | MN Beat the heat and have some fun as a family with supersized classic games like Memory, Jenga, Connect Four, and Battleship. Games vary by location.
Now Showing: Movies at the Library
HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: THE HIDDEN WORLD Fri | July 12 2:00pm – 4:00pm | MN A dragon trafficker threatens the citizens of Berk. Dreamworks Animation. Rated PG.
WALL-E Wed | July 3 1:00pm – 3:00pm | DR The misadventures of the last robot on Earth, circa 2800, who romances a sleek, hightech android. Disney Pixar. Rated G.
Moon Landing Anniversary
AZ SCIENCE CENTER: JOURNEY TO THE MOON ☑ Tues | July 16 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing with the Arizona Science Center. Ages 3-8.
50th ANNIVERSARY OF THE APOLLO MOON LANDING Sat | July 20 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | MN 2019 marks the 50th anniversary of the Apollo moon landing! Help us celebrate this historic event. 10:30am - Moon landing storytime 11:00am - Moon crafts and activities 11:00am - Lunar rover landings and green screen photographs in THINKspot
REACH FOR THE STARS WITH MOTHER GOOSE ð&#x;Ž&#x; Sat | July 13 | 10:00am – 11:00am | RM Mother Goose will tell us stories about the moon and rocket travel, plus there will be space-themed magic and singalong songs. Presented by Jan Sandwich. SUN AND SAGUAROS WITH THE SOUTH MOUNTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER Wed | July 17 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | DR Investigate how energy from the Sun affects our desert ecosystem and see how plants and animals adapt to thrive in our Sonoran habitat. Includes a take-home solar energy activity. THEATER DAY CAMP PRESENTS: TEN-MINUTE PLAY FESTIVAL Sat | July 20 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | RM The participants of Red Mountain's Theater Day Camp have written, cast, directed, and produced their own ten-minute plays. Come see the results of all their hard work! Following the performance, the cast will host an audience Q&A. WILDMAN PHIL Wed | July 24 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | DR Get up close and personal with wildlife expert Phil Rakoci and his menagerie of reptiles, insects, and other critters.
GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY Wed | July 31 1:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Cosmic outlaws face an interstellar villain who seeks to control the universe. Marvel. Rated PG-13.
Magic Tricks 793.8
Family
HOLIDAY HOURS Thurs | July 4 | CLOSED
COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY
COMPUTER BASICS Mon | July 15 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | TS@MN Never used a computer before? Start here. You'll learn the parts of a computer and how to use a mouse and keyboard.
INTERNET BASICS Thurs | July 25 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | TS@MN Learn all of the parts of a web browser, how to navigate a website, and how to effectively search for information online.
HOTSPOT DIGITAL HELP DESK Thurs | July 11, 18, 25 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | TS@RM Saturdays | 10:00am – 11:00am | 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.
LYNDA.COM OPEN LAB ☑ Tues | July 30 | 2:30pm – 4:00pm | TS@RM Lynda.com is an online learning platform offering courses in tech, business, and creative skills. All you need is a current Mesa Public Library card and PIN. Come jump start your learning!
THINKspot
Collaborate, innovate, explore, and learn in THINKspot—a workspace and makerspace inside the Main and Red Mountain libraries. To learn more, or for equipment trainings, visit: mesalibrary.org/thinkspot Look for TS@MN and TS@RM to find more THINKspot events.
Prerequisite: Must be comfortable using a keyboard and mouse.
Watch for the newest addition to the Stuffbrary: telescopes! Check one out and view the night sky. This project is supported by the Arizona State Library, Archives & Public Records, a division of the Secretary of State, with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
3D DIGITAL DESIGN Thurs | July 11, 18, 25 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | TS@RM Want to build a castle or create your own magic wand? Learn how to create 3D designs in Tinkercad and watch your idea come to life with our 3D printers!
SEWING FOR BEGINNERS: ONE KEY FOB TO RULE THEM ALL ☑ Wed | July 17 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | TS@MN Learn to use a sewing machine while making a key fob. We'll supply the materials, you bring the enthusiasm! Ages 12+.
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
RED MOUNTAIN BRANCH (RM) THINKSPOT @ RED MOUNTAIN (TS@RM) 635 N. Power Rd.
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Big Book Sale
Fri | July 26 | 9:00am – 4:30pm | MN Sat | July 27 | 9:00am – 4:30pm | MN Stop by the lobby of the Main Library for great deals on books, audiobooks, DVDs, and more.
It's Harry Potter's birthday month! We're celebrating with nearly 2 weeks of magical events!
MAIN LIBRARY (MN) THINKSPOT @ MAIN (TS@MN) 64 E. 1st St.
MESA EXPRESS LIBRARY (MEL) 2055 S. Power Rd., Ste. 1031 (Entrance 5)
OVERDRIVE AND THE GREATER PHOENIX DIGITAL LIBRARY ☑ Tues | July 16 | 2:30pm – 4:00pm | TS@RM Get the Overdrive app to download magazines, ebooks, and audiobooks from the Greater Phoenix Digital Library to your smartphone or tablet. Please bring your device, email address, password, Mesa Public Library card, and PIN. If you are using a Kindle, please also bring your Amazon login information.
Prerequisite: Must be comfortable using a keyboard and mouse.
DOBSON RANCH LIBRARY (DR) 2425 S. Dobson Rd.
Coming Soon:
Are you signed up for Summer Reading yet? It's not too late! Earn points by reading, attending library programs, and finding secret codes like the one hidden in this newsletter (we promise there really is one this month). You'll earn prizes as you reach 250, 500, 750, and 1000 points. Plus, if you finish the program by August 1, you'll be entered into our raffles for fabulous prizes (log 500 points by July 1 and get entered into extra raffles). Sign up at the library or read20az.com.
July Events
480-644-3100 mesalibrary.org
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Mon | July 22 3:30pm
Tues | July 23 4:00pm
Wed | July 24 4:00pm
Thurs | July 25 3:30pm
Fri | July 26 2:00pm
Sat | July 27 10:00am
Sat | July 27 12:30pm
Sat | July 27 3:00pm
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PG
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PG-13
PG-13
PG-13
PG-13
PG-13
HARRY POTTER MOVIE MARATHON Mon | July 22 through Sat | July 27 | MN Watch the entire Harry Potter saga unfold. We'll show a different movie each day of the week. Warner Bros studio.
Mesa Express Library (MEL) is open 10:00am – 5:00pm, Monday through Saturday. All locations are open 9:00am – 10:00am, Monday through Saturday, for self-service.
Indicates registration required. Visit events.mesalibrary.org or call to register. Check our online calendar for the most up-to-date information.
ESCAPE ROOM: ESCAPE AZKABAN Sat | July 27 | 4:45pm – 8:00pm | MN Mon | July 29 | 10:30am – 7:00pm MN Tues | July 30 | 10:30am – 7:00pm MN Mon | July 31 | 10:30am – 7:00pm MN You and your companions have been imprisoned in Azkaban and must unravel the mysteries of the wizard prison before time runs out! Visit our signup page online to reserve your time slot. July 27 after-hours session is for ages 12+; be sure to arrive by 4:45pm, the library doors lock at 5pm.
HARRY POTTER'S BIRTHDAY BASH Wed | July 31 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | MN Join us at the library for a magical celebration! The Sorting Hat will tell you which Hogwarts house you belong in. Then, you'll make Fantastic Crafts like edible potions and LED wands. In THINKspot, you can practice paper transfiguration, battle with Hogwarts catapults, and snap a Potterific selfie. Costumes encouraged!
☑ Registration required 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
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