Mesa Public Library March 2022 Newsletter

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MESA HISTORICAL FICTION ESSAY AND VIDEO CONTEST The Mesa Historic Preservation Board is sponsoring a Historical Fiction Writing Contest for all fourth, fifth and sixth grade students in Mesa. There is also a video contest for all sixth through twelfth graders. Students can practice their writing or video editing skills and learn more about Mesa’s history. Contest entries will be a historical fictional story around one of three topics:

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Hollywood in Mesa - Explore the history of movies filmed in Mesa or famous residents and celebrities who lived in Mesa.

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CONSTRUCTION AT THE DOBSON RANCH LIBRARY March Update: The Dobson Ranch Library renovation is scheduled to start in February 2022. For safety reasons, demolition of certain areas will require a temporary library closure. This is forecasted to last about 30 days and will start on February 9.

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

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*Up-to-date storytime schedules can be found on our event calendar, events.mesalibrary.org.

IT’S GAME ON AT THE LIBRARY!

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

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

Along with informational and educational materials, the library strives to provide cultural, recreational, and entertaining materials. Discover the various activities that provide stories and information as they entertain and educate.

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THINKSPOT AND STUFFBRA RY LINKEDIN LEARNING VIDEO EDITING COURSES Develop your video editing skills with online training courses available from LinkedIn Learning! Need video equipment? Reserve the THINKspot Studio to access a camera, lighting and more. Visit mesalibrary.org/thinkspot

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

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Storytelling - Write a story about Mesa’s history from the perspective of someone who lived it and is telling the story back to you.

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

Historic Neighborhoods - Visit a historic Mesa neighborhood, explore its history and compose a written or photographic essay about your experience.

For more information and entry forms, visit mesaaz.gov/residents/historic-preservation-office or contact historicpreservation@mesaaz.gov.

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MAIN LIBRARY (MN) AND THINKSPOT @ MAIN 64 E. 1st St. DOBSON RANCH LIBRARY (DR) 2425 S. Dobson Rd. Dobson Ranch Library (DR) will temporarily be closed due to construction.

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LETTERS TO BELOVED CHARACTERS: PETE THE CAT All Day | Mar 1-18 | RM If you have a burning question for Pete the Cat, now is your chance to ask! This activity will be available at the Red Mountain children’s desk from March 1-18. Children can pick up “their mail” at the children’s desk beginning March 31. Ages 4-7. LITTLE CRAFTERS Wed | Mar 2, 16, 30 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Create pieces of artwork using different types of techniques and mediums. Be prepared to get a little messy! Registration is not required but supplies are limited. Ages 5-8. LIBRARY SCIENCE LAB Wed | Mar 9, 23 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Design and carry out experiments to help you learn more about science. Ages 5-10.

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MAKE A 3D RAINBOW KIDS CRAFT Thurs | Mar 17 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | RM Kids can make a 3D rainbow that pops right off the page. Ages 5-10.

A D U LT S ADULT COLORING CLUB Thurs | Mar 3 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm| RM Relax and color your stress away. Coloring pages, colored pencils, markers, and crayons will be provided, or you may bring your own. ARIZONA HUMANITIES PRESENTS: CHILES AND CHOCOLATE, SWEET AND SPICY FOODS IN THE AMERICAN WEST Thurs | Mar 10 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN Come have a taste of the rich and savory history of these food favorites, explore how early peoples used them, and how they have evolved and spread to all corners of the world. Food is a portal into culture and can convey a range of cultural meaning including occasion, social status, ethnicity, and wealth depending on the social context. Discover how chiles and chocolate became identity markers in gender roles and relationships, essential in rituals and religious customs, popular in aesthetic fashions and lifestyles, and how they changed through time and space. Age 18+. Please note, this program may not be suitable for those with food allergies. This program is made possible by Arizona Humanities.

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APP ARTIST Tues | Mar 1, 15, 29 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Every week we will create projects using different apps. Learn vector graphics, raster graphics, pixel graphics, animation, and how to take your own work to the next level. This program is limited to the first 8 participants. Ages 8-18.

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ARTIST OF THE MONTH: YAYOI KUSAMA Mon | Mar 7 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Artist of the Month will introduce children and teens to a new artist every month and invite attendees of all artistic skill levels to try their hand at the artist of the month’s signature style. This month is Japanese-American artist Yayoi Kusama, so prepare to go crazy with polka dots! Ages 8-18.

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ADVENTURES IN VR ☑ Wed | Mar 2 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN Join us as we test out apps and venture into virtual reality. Ages 12-18.

THE EASY ADULT CRAFTER: DECORATED VOTIVE HOLDER ☑ Thurs | Mar 3 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN Enjoy a low-stress crafting session at this monthly program. This month we’ll decorate a votive candle holder.

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DOG IS LOVE: WHY AND HOW YOUR DOG LOVES YOU Sat | Mar 19 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Clive D.L. Wynne, Ph.D., is the founder of the Canine Science Collaboratory at Arizona State University. As a pioneering canine behaviorist, he has studied the relationship between dogs and wolves, and the dog-human relationship. Science has been reluctant to call that association a love bond. Dr. Wynne’s studies have shown that dogs’ ability to love is literally in their DNA. This book explains the research behind the emotion.

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SEW A ZIPPERED POUCH WORKSHOP ☑ Sat | Mar 5 | 1:30pm – 4:00pm | RM Learn to make a zippered pouch from fabric to finish. Prerequisite for this class is having basic sewing knowledge, including general knowledge of how to operate our Brother CS6000i sewing machines.

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KINDNESS ROCKS FOR THE MONARCH GARDEN AT RED MOUNTAIN LIBRARY ☑ Wed | Mar 16 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Paint a kindness rock for the Monarch Garden as a beautiful display of community art.

MARVEL EASTER EGG HUNT Thurs | Mar 3, 17, 24 | 3:00pm – 6:00pm | MN Fri | Mar 11 | 3:00pm – 6:00pm | MN Join us for a Marvel Easter Egg Hunt to find the hidden message, image, or feature in the movies. This series will include a weekly showing of every Marvel movie released between 2008 and 2021. Snacks will be provided. Please note, this program may not be suitable for those with food allergies.

MAGIC TREE HOUSE TAKE & MAKE KIT All Day | Mar 1-31 | RM Come pick up your Magic Tree House Take and Make kit, available at the Red Mountain Library. Each kit contains a craft and activities. This month we are reading Midnight on the Moon by Mary Pope Osborne. Books are not included in the packet. Ages 8-11.

VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE (VITA) PROGRAM Tues – Fri | Feb 1 – April 14 10:00am – 2:00pm | RM VITA offers free tax help to those who generally make $57,000 or less annually, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and limited English-speaking taxpayers. IRScertified volunteers from Mesa United Way will provide basic income tax return preparation to qualified individuals.

IDEAS Thurs | Mar 17 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | RM Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents by Isabel Wilkerson

COMPUTERS AND INTERNET BASICS

Library Game Day WITH ARIZONA GAME FAIR

LEARN HOW TO PLAY ROLE PLAY GAMES

1:00pm – 3:00pm Learn how you can play role-playing games with your family. Mesa Public Library is partnering with the Arizona Game Fair to teach you the elements that go into starting and playing role-playing games. MINIATURE FIGURE PAINTING

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If you have questions about the equipment in THINKspot, we have answers. THINKspot Librarian Jeff will be available to help you turn that idea for a project into a plan of action.

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Sat | Mar 5, 19 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | MN Thursdays | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Curious about downloading ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more from the library with your laptop, mobile device, or ereader? Drop in during these sessions for one-on-one assistance on a first-come, first-served basis.

F A M I LY F U N

11:00am – 12:00pm and 3:00pm – 4:00pm In this interactive workshop, you and your family will create your very own board game. Mesa Public Library is partnering with the Arizona Game Fair to provide you with all the instructions and components needed to build a game your whole family can play.

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THINKSPOT EQUIPMENT Q&A Wed | Mar 2, 30 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm | MN

THE HOTSPOT DIGITAL HELP DESK

Tues | Mar 15 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Make a card and learn how to use Silhouette Studio software to make embellishments you can cut out with the Cameo die cut machine.

CREATE YOUR OWN BOARD GAME WORKSHOP

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Tuesdays | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN If you are new to using computers and the internet and want to build basic skills, this class is for you. Join us for practice using a mouse and keyboard, navigating between websites, and searching for information online. LET’S PLAY WITH PAPER: CARD MAKING WITH THE CAMEO

Sat | Mar 12 | 10:00am – 4:30pm | MN Mesa Public Library is partnering with the Arizona Game Fair to bring you a free day of learning how to play board games. The Arizona Game Fair will be taking place next door at the Mesa Convention Center, with additional (free) events in THINKspot at the Main Library. Arizona Game Fair representatives will have tabletop games set up, plus they will present several interactive sessions.

TWEEN GRAPHIC NOVEL BOOK CLUB: GUTS Sat | Mar 12 | 10:00am – 11:00am | RM Come join us for our discussion and a craft. This month we will be reading Guts by Raina Telgemeier.

TEEN POETRY CLASS WITH AUSTIN DAVIS Thurs | Mar 10 | 3:00pm – 4:30pm | MN Explore poetry as a tool for mental health with local author Austin Davis. Austin will be reading poems from his new book, Lotus & The Apocalypse. Journals will be available while supplies last. Ages 12-18.

Computers and Technology

SMART CYCLING FUNDAMENTALS ☑ Wed | Mar 9 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Join us for an introductory workshop on how to start bicycling. You’ll get practical tips on how to plan your ride and what you can do to stay safe on the streets. All participants will receive a free “Get Started Safely” kit that includes a helmet, bicycle lights, and more. Ages 12+.

YOGA STORYTIME Thurs | Mar 17 | 10:00am – 10:30am | RM Join us for stories, movement, singing, mindfulness, and easy yoga poses. Ages 3-5.

Book Groups

1:00pm – 2:00pm and 4:00pm – 5:00pm Learn to paint miniature figures for tabletop and role-playing games. Mesa Public Library is partnering with the Arizona Game Fair to provide you with the instruction and materials for this interactive painting class. Bring your creativity and show up a little early, as seating is limited.

EAST VALLEY CHILDREN’S THEATRE PRESENTS: THE MYSTERIOUS DISAPPEARANCE OF THE RED CAPE

Sat | Mar 26 | 10:00am – 10:45am | RM Travel with East Valley Children’s Theatre’s Express Acting Troupe as we solve the case of the mysterious disappearance of the red cape. Who saw it last? Where did it go? Will we ever find it? It’s a mystery! SPRING EQUINOX IN THE MONARCH GARDEN

Sat | Mar 19 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | RM The Monarch Haven and Reading Sanctuary is an outdoor pocket park located off the northeast corner of the Red Mountain Library parking lot. Created to attract butterflies, community members are also encouraged to utlilize the space as a place to read, learn, and enjoy nature. We will celebrate the Spring Equinox in the Monarch Haven with crafts, a human sundial, and presenters from the Southwest Monarch Society.

TEENZ ONE’ COLLE S GAME CTION

While vis iting the Main Lib TeenZon rary, exp e’s board lore game an collectio d playin n! With g card Scatterg and mo ories, M re, teens onopoly can enjo learn ho , y old fav w to pla o rites and y games before. they hav Ask a sta en’t trie ff memb d er for as sistance .

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LETTERS TO BELOVED CHARACTERS: PETE THE CAT All Day | Mar 1-18 | RM If you have a burning question for Pete the Cat, now is your chance to ask! This activity will be available at the Red Mountain children’s desk from March 1-18. Children can pick up “their mail” at the children’s desk beginning March 31. Ages 4-7. LITTLE CRAFTERS Wed | Mar 2, 16, 30 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Create pieces of artwork using different types of techniques and mediums. Be prepared to get a little messy! Registration is not required but supplies are limited. Ages 5-8. LIBRARY SCIENCE LAB Wed | Mar 9, 23 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Design and carry out experiments to help you learn more about science. Ages 5-10.

projec tion terac tive in e th oom at e c n Experie hildren’s R hics C e th in ated grap games loc rary! With colorful mes are Lib a g in r a o M o e fl th ec ts, the ew ff e d v n o u disc er n and so ing way to s. Try it out! in a rt te n e e an lleng s and cha pm adventure urs | 10:45am – 7:30 h T m – p 0 n o :3 4 M 0:45am – Fri – S at | 1

MAKE A 3D RAINBOW KIDS CRAFT Thurs | Mar 17 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | RM Kids can make a 3D rainbow that pops right off the page. Ages 5-10.

A D U LT S ADULT COLORING CLUB Thurs | Mar 3 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm| RM Relax and color your stress away. Coloring pages, colored pencils, markers, and crayons will be provided, or you may bring your own. ARIZONA HUMANITIES PRESENTS: CHILES AND CHOCOLATE, SWEET AND SPICY FOODS IN THE AMERICAN WEST Thurs | Mar 10 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN Come have a taste of the rich and savory history of these food favorites, explore how early peoples used them, and how they have evolved and spread to all corners of the world. Food is a portal into culture and can convey a range of cultural meaning including occasion, social status, ethnicity, and wealth depending on the social context. Discover how chiles and chocolate became identity markers in gender roles and relationships, essential in rituals and religious customs, popular in aesthetic fashions and lifestyles, and how they changed through time and space. Age 18+. Please note, this program may not be suitable for those with food allergies. This program is made possible by Arizona Humanities.

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APP ARTIST Tues | Mar 1, 15, 29 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Every week we will create projects using different apps. Learn vector graphics, raster graphics, pixel graphics, animation, and how to take your own work to the next level. This program is limited to the first 8 participants. Ages 8-18.

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ARTIST OF THE MONTH: YAYOI KUSAMA Mon | Mar 7 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Artist of the Month will introduce children and teens to a new artist every month and invite attendees of all artistic skill levels to try their hand at the artist of the month’s signature style. This month is Japanese-American artist Yayoi Kusama, so prepare to go crazy with polka dots! Ages 8-18.

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ADVENTURES IN VR ☑ Wed | Mar 2 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN Join us as we test out apps and venture into virtual reality. Ages 12-18.

THE EASY ADULT CRAFTER: DECORATED VOTIVE HOLDER ☑ Thurs | Mar 3 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN Enjoy a low-stress crafting session at this monthly program. This month we’ll decorate a votive candle holder.

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DOG IS LOVE: WHY AND HOW YOUR DOG LOVES YOU Sat | Mar 19 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Clive D.L. Wynne, Ph.D., is the founder of the Canine Science Collaboratory at Arizona State University. As a pioneering canine behaviorist, he has studied the relationship between dogs and wolves, and the dog-human relationship. Science has been reluctant to call that association a love bond. Dr. Wynne’s studies have shown that dogs’ ability to love is literally in their DNA. This book explains the research behind the emotion.

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SEW A ZIPPERED POUCH WORKSHOP ☑ Sat | Mar 5 | 1:30pm – 4:00pm | RM Learn to make a zippered pouch from fabric to finish. Prerequisite for this class is having basic sewing knowledge, including general knowledge of how to operate our Brother CS6000i sewing machines.

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KINDNESS ROCKS FOR THE MONARCH GARDEN AT RED MOUNTAIN LIBRARY ☑ Wed | Mar 16 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Paint a kindness rock for the Monarch Garden as a beautiful display of community art.

MARVEL EASTER EGG HUNT Thurs | Mar 3, 17, 24 | 3:00pm – 6:00pm | MN Fri | Mar 11 | 3:00pm – 6:00pm | MN Join us for a Marvel Easter Egg Hunt to find the hidden message, image, or feature in the movies. This series will include a weekly showing of every Marvel movie released between 2008 and 2021. Snacks will be provided. Please note, this program may not be suitable for those with food allergies.

MAGIC TREE HOUSE TAKE & MAKE KIT All Day | Mar 1-31 | RM Come pick up your Magic Tree House Take and Make kit, available at the Red Mountain Library. Each kit contains a craft and activities. This month we are reading Midnight on the Moon by Mary Pope Osborne. Books are not included in the packet. Ages 8-11.

VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE (VITA) PROGRAM Tues – Fri | Feb 1 – April 14 10:00am – 2:00pm | RM VITA offers free tax help to those who generally make $57,000 or less annually, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and limited English-speaking taxpayers. IRScertified volunteers from Mesa United Way will provide basic income tax return preparation to qualified individuals.

IDEAS Thurs | Mar 17 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | RM Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents by Isabel Wilkerson

COMPUTERS AND INTERNET BASICS

Library Game Day WITH ARIZONA GAME FAIR

LEARN HOW TO PLAY ROLE PLAY GAMES

1:00pm – 3:00pm Learn how you can play role-playing games with your family. Mesa Public Library is partnering with the Arizona Game Fair to teach you the elements that go into starting and playing role-playing games. MINIATURE FIGURE PAINTING

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If you have questions about the equipment in THINKspot, we have answers. THINKspot Librarian Jeff will be available to help you turn that idea for a project into a plan of action.

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Sat | Mar 5, 19 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | MN Thursdays | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Curious about downloading ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more from the library with your laptop, mobile device, or ereader? Drop in during these sessions for one-on-one assistance on a first-come, first-served basis.

F A M I LY F U N

11:00am – 12:00pm and 3:00pm – 4:00pm In this interactive workshop, you and your family will create your very own board game. Mesa Public Library is partnering with the Arizona Game Fair to provide you with all the instructions and components needed to build a game your whole family can play.

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THINKSPOT EQUIPMENT Q&A Wed | Mar 2, 30 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm | MN

THE HOTSPOT DIGITAL HELP DESK

Tues | Mar 15 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Make a card and learn how to use Silhouette Studio software to make embellishments you can cut out with the Cameo die cut machine.

CREATE YOUR OWN BOARD GAME WORKSHOP

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Tuesdays | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN If you are new to using computers and the internet and want to build basic skills, this class is for you. Join us for practice using a mouse and keyboard, navigating between websites, and searching for information online. LET’S PLAY WITH PAPER: CARD MAKING WITH THE CAMEO

Sat | Mar 12 | 10:00am – 4:30pm | MN Mesa Public Library is partnering with the Arizona Game Fair to bring you a free day of learning how to play board games. The Arizona Game Fair will be taking place next door at the Mesa Convention Center, with additional (free) events in THINKspot at the Main Library. Arizona Game Fair representatives will have tabletop games set up, plus they will present several interactive sessions.

TWEEN GRAPHIC NOVEL BOOK CLUB: GUTS Sat | Mar 12 | 10:00am – 11:00am | RM Come join us for our discussion and a craft. This month we will be reading Guts by Raina Telgemeier.

TEEN POETRY CLASS WITH AUSTIN DAVIS Thurs | Mar 10 | 3:00pm – 4:30pm | MN Explore poetry as a tool for mental health with local author Austin Davis. Austin will be reading poems from his new book, Lotus & The Apocalypse. Journals will be available while supplies last. Ages 12-18.

Computers and Technology

SMART CYCLING FUNDAMENTALS ☑ Wed | Mar 9 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Join us for an introductory workshop on how to start bicycling. You’ll get practical tips on how to plan your ride and what you can do to stay safe on the streets. All participants will receive a free “Get Started Safely” kit that includes a helmet, bicycle lights, and more. Ages 12+.

YOGA STORYTIME Thurs | Mar 17 | 10:00am – 10:30am | RM Join us for stories, movement, singing, mindfulness, and easy yoga poses. Ages 3-5.

Book Groups

1:00pm – 2:00pm and 4:00pm – 5:00pm Learn to paint miniature figures for tabletop and role-playing games. Mesa Public Library is partnering with the Arizona Game Fair to provide you with the instruction and materials for this interactive painting class. Bring your creativity and show up a little early, as seating is limited.

EAST VALLEY CHILDREN’S THEATRE PRESENTS: THE MYSTERIOUS DISAPPEARANCE OF THE RED CAPE

Sat | Mar 26 | 10:00am – 10:45am | RM Travel with East Valley Children’s Theatre’s Express Acting Troupe as we solve the case of the mysterious disappearance of the red cape. Who saw it last? Where did it go? Will we ever find it? It’s a mystery! SPRING EQUINOX IN THE MONARCH GARDEN

Sat | Mar 19 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | RM The Monarch Haven and Reading Sanctuary is an outdoor pocket park located off the northeast corner of the Red Mountain Library parking lot. Created to attract butterflies, community members are also encouraged to utlilize the space as a place to read, learn, and enjoy nature. We will celebrate the Spring Equinox in the Monarch Haven with crafts, a human sundial, and presenters from the Southwest Monarch Society.

TEENZ ONE’ COLLE S GAME CTION

While vis iting the Main Lib TeenZon rary, exp e’s board lore game an collectio d playin n! With g card Scatterg and mo ories, M re, teens onopoly can enjo learn ho , y old fav w to pla o rites and y games before. they hav Ask a sta en’t trie ff memb d er for as sistance .

KIDS

Storytimes

TIVE INTERAC ES ION GAM PROJECT

LETTERS TO BELOVED CHARACTERS: PETE THE CAT All Day | Mar 1-18 | RM If you have a burning question for Pete the Cat, now is your chance to ask! This activity will be available at the Red Mountain children’s desk from March 1-18. Children can pick up “their mail” at the children’s desk beginning March 31. Ages 4-7. LITTLE CRAFTERS Wed | Mar 2, 16, 30 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Create pieces of artwork using different types of techniques and mediums. Be prepared to get a little messy! Registration is not required but supplies are limited. Ages 5-8. LIBRARY SCIENCE LAB Wed | Mar 9, 23 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Design and carry out experiments to help you learn more about science. Ages 5-10.

projec tion terac tive in e th oom at e c n Experie hildren’s R hics C e th in ated grap games loc rary! With colorful mes are Lib a g in r a o M o e fl th ec ts, the ew ff e d v n o u disc er n and so ing way to s. Try it out! in a rt te n e e an lleng s and cha pm adventure urs | 10:45am – 7:30 h T m – p 0 n o :3 4 M 0:45am – Fri – S at | 1

MAKE A 3D RAINBOW KIDS CRAFT Thurs | Mar 17 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | RM Kids can make a 3D rainbow that pops right off the page. Ages 5-10.

A D U LT S ADULT COLORING CLUB Thurs | Mar 3 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm| RM Relax and color your stress away. Coloring pages, colored pencils, markers, and crayons will be provided, or you may bring your own. ARIZONA HUMANITIES PRESENTS: CHILES AND CHOCOLATE, SWEET AND SPICY FOODS IN THE AMERICAN WEST Thurs | Mar 10 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN Come have a taste of the rich and savory history of these food favorites, explore how early peoples used them, and how they have evolved and spread to all corners of the world. Food is a portal into culture and can convey a range of cultural meaning including occasion, social status, ethnicity, and wealth depending on the social context. Discover how chiles and chocolate became identity markers in gender roles and relationships, essential in rituals and religious customs, popular in aesthetic fashions and lifestyles, and how they changed through time and space. Age 18+. Please note, this program may not be suitable for those with food allergies. This program is made possible by Arizona Humanities.

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APP ARTIST Tues | Mar 1, 15, 29 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Every week we will create projects using different apps. Learn vector graphics, raster graphics, pixel graphics, animation, and how to take your own work to the next level. This program is limited to the first 8 participants. Ages 8-18.

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ARTIST OF THE MONTH: YAYOI KUSAMA Mon | Mar 7 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Artist of the Month will introduce children and teens to a new artist every month and invite attendees of all artistic skill levels to try their hand at the artist of the month’s signature style. This month is Japanese-American artist Yayoi Kusama, so prepare to go crazy with polka dots! Ages 8-18.

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ADVENTURES IN VR ☑ Wed | Mar 2 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN Join us as we test out apps and venture into virtual reality. Ages 12-18.

THE EASY ADULT CRAFTER: DECORATED VOTIVE HOLDER ☑ Thurs | Mar 3 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN Enjoy a low-stress crafting session at this monthly program. This month we’ll decorate a votive candle holder.

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DOG IS LOVE: WHY AND HOW YOUR DOG LOVES YOU Sat | Mar 19 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Clive D.L. Wynne, Ph.D., is the founder of the Canine Science Collaboratory at Arizona State University. As a pioneering canine behaviorist, he has studied the relationship between dogs and wolves, and the dog-human relationship. Science has been reluctant to call that association a love bond. Dr. Wynne’s studies have shown that dogs’ ability to love is literally in their DNA. This book explains the research behind the emotion.

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SEW A ZIPPERED POUCH WORKSHOP ☑ Sat | Mar 5 | 1:30pm – 4:00pm | RM Learn to make a zippered pouch from fabric to finish. Prerequisite for this class is having basic sewing knowledge, including general knowledge of how to operate our Brother CS6000i sewing machines.

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KINDNESS ROCKS FOR THE MONARCH GARDEN AT RED MOUNTAIN LIBRARY ☑ Wed | Mar 16 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Paint a kindness rock for the Monarch Garden as a beautiful display of community art.

MARVEL EASTER EGG HUNT Thurs | Mar 3, 17, 24 | 3:00pm – 6:00pm | MN Fri | Mar 11 | 3:00pm – 6:00pm | MN Join us for a Marvel Easter Egg Hunt to find the hidden message, image, or feature in the movies. This series will include a weekly showing of every Marvel movie released between 2008 and 2021. Snacks will be provided. Please note, this program may not be suitable for those with food allergies.

MAGIC TREE HOUSE TAKE & MAKE KIT All Day | Mar 1-31 | RM Come pick up your Magic Tree House Take and Make kit, available at the Red Mountain Library. Each kit contains a craft and activities. This month we are reading Midnight on the Moon by Mary Pope Osborne. Books are not included in the packet. Ages 8-11.

VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE (VITA) PROGRAM Tues – Fri | Feb 1 – April 14 10:00am – 2:00pm | RM VITA offers free tax help to those who generally make $57,000 or less annually, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and limited English-speaking taxpayers. IRScertified volunteers from Mesa United Way will provide basic income tax return preparation to qualified individuals.

IDEAS Thurs | Mar 17 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | RM Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents by Isabel Wilkerson

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Library Game Day WITH ARIZONA GAME FAIR

LEARN HOW TO PLAY ROLE PLAY GAMES

1:00pm – 3:00pm Learn how you can play role-playing games with your family. Mesa Public Library is partnering with the Arizona Game Fair to teach you the elements that go into starting and playing role-playing games. MINIATURE FIGURE PAINTING

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If you have questions about the equipment in THINKspot, we have answers. THINKspot Librarian Jeff will be available to help you turn that idea for a project into a plan of action.

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Sat | Mar 5, 19 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | MN Thursdays | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Curious about downloading ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more from the library with your laptop, mobile device, or ereader? Drop in during these sessions for one-on-one assistance on a first-come, first-served basis.

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11:00am – 12:00pm and 3:00pm – 4:00pm In this interactive workshop, you and your family will create your very own board game. Mesa Public Library is partnering with the Arizona Game Fair to provide you with all the instructions and components needed to build a game your whole family can play.

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THINKSPOT EQUIPMENT Q&A Wed | Mar 2, 30 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm | MN

THE HOTSPOT DIGITAL HELP DESK

Tues | Mar 15 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Make a card and learn how to use Silhouette Studio software to make embellishments you can cut out with the Cameo die cut machine.

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Tuesdays | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN If you are new to using computers and the internet and want to build basic skills, this class is for you. Join us for practice using a mouse and keyboard, navigating between websites, and searching for information online. LET’S PLAY WITH PAPER: CARD MAKING WITH THE CAMEO

Sat | Mar 12 | 10:00am – 4:30pm | MN Mesa Public Library is partnering with the Arizona Game Fair to bring you a free day of learning how to play board games. The Arizona Game Fair will be taking place next door at the Mesa Convention Center, with additional (free) events in THINKspot at the Main Library. Arizona Game Fair representatives will have tabletop games set up, plus they will present several interactive sessions.

TWEEN GRAPHIC NOVEL BOOK CLUB: GUTS Sat | Mar 12 | 10:00am – 11:00am | RM Come join us for our discussion and a craft. This month we will be reading Guts by Raina Telgemeier.

TEEN POETRY CLASS WITH AUSTIN DAVIS Thurs | Mar 10 | 3:00pm – 4:30pm | MN Explore poetry as a tool for mental health with local author Austin Davis. Austin will be reading poems from his new book, Lotus & The Apocalypse. Journals will be available while supplies last. Ages 12-18.

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SMART CYCLING FUNDAMENTALS ☑ Wed | Mar 9 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Join us for an introductory workshop on how to start bicycling. You’ll get practical tips on how to plan your ride and what you can do to stay safe on the streets. All participants will receive a free “Get Started Safely” kit that includes a helmet, bicycle lights, and more. Ages 12+.

YOGA STORYTIME Thurs | Mar 17 | 10:00am – 10:30am | RM Join us for stories, movement, singing, mindfulness, and easy yoga poses. Ages 3-5.

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1:00pm – 2:00pm and 4:00pm – 5:00pm Learn to paint miniature figures for tabletop and role-playing games. Mesa Public Library is partnering with the Arizona Game Fair to provide you with the instruction and materials for this interactive painting class. Bring your creativity and show up a little early, as seating is limited.

EAST VALLEY CHILDREN’S THEATRE PRESENTS: THE MYSTERIOUS DISAPPEARANCE OF THE RED CAPE

Sat | Mar 26 | 10:00am – 10:45am | RM Travel with East Valley Children’s Theatre’s Express Acting Troupe as we solve the case of the mysterious disappearance of the red cape. Who saw it last? Where did it go? Will we ever find it? It’s a mystery! SPRING EQUINOX IN THE MONARCH GARDEN

Sat | Mar 19 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | RM The Monarch Haven and Reading Sanctuary is an outdoor pocket park located off the northeast corner of the Red Mountain Library parking lot. Created to attract butterflies, community members are also encouraged to utlilize the space as a place to read, learn, and enjoy nature. We will celebrate the Spring Equinox in the Monarch Haven with crafts, a human sundial, and presenters from the Southwest Monarch Society.

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MESA HISTORICAL FICTION ESSAY AND VIDEO CONTEST The Mesa Historic Preservation Board is sponsoring a Historical Fiction Writing Contest for all fourth, fifth and sixth grade students in Mesa. There is also a video contest for all sixth through twelfth graders. Students can practice their writing or video editing skills and learn more about Mesa’s history. Contest entries will be a historical fictional story around one of three topics:

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Hollywood in Mesa - Explore the history of movies filmed in Mesa or famous residents and celebrities who lived in Mesa.

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CONSTRUCTION AT THE DOBSON RANCH LIBRARY March Update: The Dobson Ranch Library renovation is scheduled to start in February 2022. For safety reasons, demolition of certain areas will require a temporary library closure. This is forecasted to last about 30 days and will start on February 9.

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

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*Up-to-date storytime schedules can be found on our event calendar, events.mesalibrary.org.

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

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MARCH EVENTS

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

Along with informational and educational materials, the library strives to provide cultural, recreational, and entertaining materials. Discover the various activities that provide stories and information as they entertain and educate.

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Essays or videos MUST be delivered or postmarked on or before the contest deadline of March 31, 2022.

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THINKSPOT AND STUFFBRA RY LINKEDIN LEARNING VIDEO EDITING COURSES Develop your video editing skills with online training courses available from LinkedIn Learning! Need video equipment? Reserve the THINKspot Studio to access a camera, lighting and more. Visit mesalibrary.org/thinkspot

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

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Storytelling - Write a story about Mesa’s history from the perspective of someone who lived it and is telling the story back to you.

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

Historic Neighborhoods - Visit a historic Mesa neighborhood, explore its history and compose a written or photographic essay about your experience.

For more information and entry forms, visit mesaaz.gov/residents/historic-preservation-office or contact historicpreservation@mesaaz.gov.

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MAIN LIBRARY (MN) AND THINKSPOT @ MAIN 64 E. 1st St. DOBSON RANCH LIBRARY (DR) 2425 S. Dobson Rd. Dobson Ranch Library (DR) will temporarily be closed due to construction.

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RED MOUNTAIN BRANCH (RM) AND THINKSPOT @ RED MOUNTAIN 635 N. Power Rd.

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WRITING Ask about Culture Passes

MESA HISTORICAL FICTION ESSAY AND VIDEO CONTEST The Mesa Historic Preservation Board is sponsoring a Historical Fiction Writing Contest for all fourth, fifth and sixth grade students in Mesa. There is also a video contest for all sixth through twelfth graders. Students can practice their writing or video editing skills and learn more about Mesa’s history. Contest entries will be a historical fictional story around one of three topics:

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RESEAR CH IN T HE MESA R OOM Located in the basem ent of the the Mesa Main Libra Room sha re ry, s c ollected a materials nd preserv on histori c and pre ed sent day Book you Mesa. r Mesa Ro om appo myLIBRO intment w app or ca ith the ll us at 48 0-644-31 00.

Hollywood in Mesa - Explore the history of movies filmed in Mesa or famous residents and celebrities who lived in Mesa.

Image of Downtown Mesa from the Mesa Room collection

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CONSTRUCTION AT THE DOBSON RANCH LIBRARY March Update: The Dobson Ranch Library renovation is scheduled to start in February 2022. For safety reasons, demolition of certain areas will require a temporary library closure. This is forecasted to last about 30 days and will start on February 9.

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

2022

*Up-to-date storytime schedules can be found on our event calendar, events.mesalibrary.org.

IT’S GAME ON AT THE LIBRARY!

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

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MARCH EVENTS

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

Along with informational and educational materials, the library strives to provide cultural, recreational, and entertaining materials. Discover the various activities that provide stories and information as they entertain and educate.

SS PLAY CHE LEARN TO CUBE R RUBIK’S E T S A M R O

deos ndreds of vi urses has hu ysics, ph to es The Great Co m ga d ranging from an ts , ec th bj al su he on art, history to rary card to lib astronomy to ur yo se s at between. U ss all course everything in y pass to acce da 7a t ou p. check e Libby ap once with th

New app added!

Essays or videos MUST be delivered or postmarked on or before the contest deadline of March 31, 2022.

Get access to more than 7,000 of the world’s top newspapers and magazines as soon as they’re available on shelves with PressReader!

EXPLOR E WITH ACT O CULTUR E PASSE NE S

Visit partic ipating m useums a with Act O cross Arizo ne Culture na Passes. Lib access tw rary users o free tick can ets to part icipating cultural in local stitutions. Go to me salibrary.o rg/culture passes for more informati on.

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THINKSPOT AND STUFFBRA RY LINKEDIN LEARNING VIDEO EDITING COURSES Develop your video editing skills with online training courses available from LinkedIn Learning! Need video equipment? Reserve the THINKspot Studio to access a camera, lighting and more. Visit mesalibrary.org/thinkspot

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

THINKspot Studio

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Artist's rendering of the new Dobson Ranch Library entrance

Storytelling - Write a story about Mesa’s history from the perspective of someone who lived it and is telling the story back to you.

Visit the Seed Library

load a n w o D ith song w al Freeg

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

Historic Neighborhoods - Visit a historic Mesa neighborhood, explore its history and compose a written or photographic essay about your experience.

For more information and entry forms, visit mesaaz.gov/residents/historic-preservation-office or contact historicpreservation@mesaaz.gov.

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Visit pot s THINK

ad a o l n w Do zine maga

THINKspot offers tec hnology like 3D pri nters, CNC routers, and mo re. Our Stuffbrary equipment for hobb has ies from baking to hiking, and even includes telesc opes. This technolo gy and equipment is difficu lt for most families to afford, but we're providing experiences and op portunities that everyone shou ld have access to!

MAIN LIBRARY (MN) AND THINKSPOT @ MAIN 64 E. 1st St. DOBSON RANCH LIBRARY (DR) 2425 S. Dobson Rd. Dobson Ranch Library (DR) will temporarily be closed due to construction.

480-644-3100

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

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Registration required

⚙ THINKspot Program

RED MOUNTAIN BRANCH (RM) AND THINKSPOT @ RED MOUNTAIN 635 N. Power Rd.

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

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