Mesa Public Library November 2023 Newsletter

MESA EXPRESS LIBRARY AT MONTEREY PARK The Mesa Express Library at Monterey Park, a new small self-service library, is a one-of-a-kind in Arizona! This new location includes book lockers and book drops for convenient pick-up and drop-off and a StoryWalk® with 20 pedestals along a path to draw children and families into a shared reading experience in the park.

Expanded Access technology enables patrons to access library resources and services using their library barcode and PIN. Features include: - Hold lockers

- Popular books for all ages - Self-checkout machines

- Public WiFi - Reading Areas - Video Chat Kiosk

Sign up for Expanded Access by visiting a staff member in person at one of our full service locations. To learn more about Mesa Express Library, visit mesalibrary.org/MEL

† Prerequisite: Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.

COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY ⚙☑

3D PRINTER TRAINING † Wed | Nov 8 | 1:30pm – 4:00pm | RM Learn the basics of using our Ultimaker 3D Printers. Once you complete this training and sign a waiver, you can start reserving our 3D printers for personal use during THINKspot business hours.

COMPUTER BASICS † Wed | Nov 1 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Wed | Nov 15, 22, 29 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | MN If you are new to the computer or just want to know more about how it works then Computer Basics is the place to start!

Laptops and mice are provided to the first 11 participants; you are welcome to bring your own device.

Nov 1 - Mousing Nov 15, 22 - Keyboard Nov 29 - Microsoft Word

COMPUTER SKILLS TRAINING Fri | Nov 3, 17 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Tues | Nov 14 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Wed | Nov 29 | 11:00am – 12:00pm | DR Thurs | Nov 16 | 11:00am - 12:00pm | RM Measure your computer skills and use interactive training to build your email, Microsoft Word, social media, and internet skills. Work individually and at your own pace with Northstar’s Digital Literacy program.

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HOTSPOT DIGITAL HELP DESK Thurs | Nov 2, 9, 16, 30 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Sat | Nov 25 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | MN 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-onone assistance on a first-come, first-served basis.

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INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT EXCEL Tues | Nov 7 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | DR Learn the foundations of Microsoft Excel, including how to create, edit, and format data in a spreadsheet.

BOOK GROUPS

November 2023 News & Events

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INTERMEDIATE / ADVANCED EXCEL † Wed | Nov 8 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | DR Learn how to sort, filter, freeze panes, conduct basic math, and create charts.

Then learn advanced Excel topics like pivot tables, how to use multiple spreadsheets, absolute references, vlookup, and other techniques. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel is required.

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GLOWFORGE TRAINING † Wed | Nov 29 | 1:30pm – 4:00pm | RM Learn about the Glowforge laser printer.

Once you complete this training and sign a waiver, you can start reserving our Glowforge laser printer for personal use during THINKspot business hours.

DONATE DAY: BOOK DONATION DRIVE Sat | Nov 4 | 9:00am – 12:00pm | DR Donate books, magazines, movies, and music without leaving your car! Volunteers will be on hand to unload your donation. One hundred percent of the proceeds from our used book sales stay with the library to support programs and services. Can’t make it? We accept ongoing donations at the Main Library.

USING LIBRARY APPS TO DOWNLOAD BOOKS Mon | Nov 6 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Learn how to use the Libby and CloudLibrary apps to download ebooks and audiobooks from the Library to your smartphone or tablet. Please bring your library card, device, email address, and password. If you are using a Kindle, please bring your Amazon account information.

Visit mesalibrary.org/donate to learn more.

HOLIDAY HOURS Sat | Nov 11 | CLOSED Wed | Nov 22 | CLOSE AT 5pm Thurs | Nov 23 | CLOSED Fri | Nov 24 | CLOSED

CHEER READERS Tues | Nov 28 | 5:00pm – 6:00pm | OFFSITE Hidden Pictures – Jason Rekulak

NOVEL APPROACH Mon | Nov 13 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM The Vanishing Half – Brit Bennett

FICTION FOLKS Thurs | Nov 9 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DR The Thread Collectors – Shaunna Edwards and Alyson Richman

WHO PICKED THIS BOOK? Tues | Nov 7 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | RM Weapons of Math Destruction: How Big Data Increases Inequality and Threatens Democracy – Cathy O’Neil

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all.

If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accomodations, please contact us.

MAIN LIBRARY (MN)

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.

Check our website for Mesa Express Library hours.

& THINKSPOT @ MAIN

64 E. 1st St.

DOBSON RANCH LIBRARY (DR) & THINKSPOT @ DOBSON RANCH

2425 S. Dobson Rd.

RED MOUNTAIN LIBRARY (RM) & THINKSPOT @ RED MOUNTAIN

480-644-3100

635 N. Power Rd.

MESA EXPRESS LIBRARY (MEL) AT MONTEREY PARK 7045 E. Monterey Ave.

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KIDS

PUMPKIN PATCH PLAYTIME Tues | Nov 21 | 10:00am – 11:00am | RM You’ll find the pick of the patch with selfpaced pumpkin crafts and activities for play and learning. Ages 3-5.

BABIES MAKE MUSIC Tues | Nov 28 | 10:00am – 10:45am | RM Let your baby explore the world of music with pots, shakers, bells, and other musical instruments.

HAPPILY EVER CRAFTER Thurs | Nov 16 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Hear a story and make an inspired craft that includes recycled materials. Ages 4-9.

KIDS’ KITCHEN ADVENTURES Wed | Nov 29 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Calling all little chefs! Explore new recipes, taste new foods, and discover a culinary talent. This month we will make frybread and read the book Frybread. Ages 5-11.

Supplies are limited.

LEGO® CLUB Sat | Nov 18 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Mon | Nov 6, 20 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Explore your creative side with LEGO® and DUPLO® blocks. Ages 5-9.

LETTERS TO BELOVED CHARACTERS: WINNIE THE POOH All Day | Nov 1 – 18 | RM Have a burning question for Winnie the Pooh? Now is your chance to ask! This activity will be available at the Red Mountain children’s desk November 1-18. Children can pick up “their mail” at the desk beginning November 30. Ages 4-7.

LET’S PLAY! Sat | Nov 25 | 10:00am – 11:00am | MN Join us for a morning of play. Your young child will learn skills by exploring different interest areas. Ages 3-5.

TEENSages 12-18

LITTLE MAKERS PLAYTIME Sat | Nov 18 | 10:30am – 11:30am | RM Bring your little makers for an hour of parent and child maker time. We will have STEAM coloring crafts, electronic toys, coding board games, and electronics learning kits for older children. Ages 3-10.

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ADVENTURES IN VR Thurs | Nov 2 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN Join us as we venture into virtual reality as we test out apps and explore new virtual places. This month we will paint with the Open Brush app.

MY FAMILY GHIBLI PRESENTS: MY NEIGHBOR TOTORO Sat | Nov 25 | 3:00pm – 4:30pm | MN Bring the family to watch My Neighbor Totoro, the Japanese animated fantasy film.

Make a craft while you enjoy the movie.

WALK-IN WEDNESDAYS Wed | Nov 1, 8, 15, 29 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment.

CALM CAFÉ Thurs | Nov 9 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Take a break from your studies and relax with an hour of mindful play. At the Calm Café, you can play with LEGO® blocks, break out a board game, or color to your heart’s content.

TWEENS ages 8-12 ⚙

APP ARTIST Tues | Nov 14, 28 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Learn vector graphics, raster graphics, pixel graphics, animation, and how to take your work to the next level. This program is limited to the first 8 participants.

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STORYTIMES

BABY LAPSIT Wednesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | DR Wednesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | MN Fri | Nov 3, 10, 17 | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies ages birth-16 months.

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DESIGN TIME STORYTIME Sat | Nov 18 | 10:00am – 11:00am | MN This storytime introduces the creative process of art and design to families through songs, stories, games, and interactive plugged and unplugged activities. Ages 3-6.

ELEPHANT, PIGGY, AND FRIENDS Thurs | Nov 30 | 10:00am – 11:00am | RM Join us for stories and crafts featuring Mo Willems’ beloved characters.

CRAFT-ISH Tues | Nov 7, 21 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN We’ll cut, glue, and draw away the afternoon! Supplies are limited.

Nov 7 (MN) - Leaf Lanterns Nov 21 (MN) - Candy Corn Bridges

LITERACY THRU DRAMA WITH MESA ARTS CENTER Fri | Nov 3 | 10:00am – 11:00am | DR Fri | Nov 17 | 10:00am – 11:00am | MN Go on an imaginative adventure in this drama-focused storytime. Children will deepen early literacy skills as they explore magical worlds, problem-solve, and become characters in the story. Presented

by Mesa Arts Center.

PRESCHOOL LAB Fri | Nov 17 | 10:00am – 11:00am | DR A STEAM-based storytime with hands-on explorations that introduce computational skills to help kids get ready for kindergarten. Ages 3-5.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Tuesdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | DR Tuesdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | MN Tuesdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Wednesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Wednesdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Join us for songs, stories, and silliness in this kindergarten readiness storytime.

Ages 3-5.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME PRESENTS: TUBBA AND FRIENDS Wed | Nov 8 | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Wed | Nov 8 | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Tubba and Friends will join us for stories based on adventures, kindness, and friendship. Ages 3-5.

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

YOGA STORYTIME Thurs | Nov 16 | 10:00am – 10:30am | RM Join us for a storytime filled with movement, singing, stories, mindfulness and easy yoga poses. Ages 3-5.

MAKE YOUR OWN PICTURE STORYTIME Fri | Nov 10 | 4:00pm – 4:30pm | MN Sing, dance and draw the last picture of two storybooks read by our librarian!

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS® Wed | Nov 1 | 3:30pm – 5:00pm | MN Learn to play Dungeons & Dragons® with an experienced player. Already know how to play? Come in and use the space to lead your own campaign.

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MACHINE: IMPOSSIBLE Wed | Nov 15 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Sat | Nov 18 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | MN Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to create a machine that can solve a problem and maybe even save the world.

LIBRARY PEN PALS CREATIVE WRITING CLUB Wed | Nov 29 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Each month, we will be participating in different creative writing prompts, exercises, and games. You can also bring your own writing to share.

PERCY JACKSON UNIVERSE BOOK CLUB Wed | Nov 22 | 3:30pm – 4:30pm | RM Each month we will read a book from the world of Percy Jackson and enjoy trivia, games, and crafts. This month we will read The Trials of Apollo: The Burning Maze.

CRAF-TEEN Thurs | Nov 30 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Be creative and transform everyday items into works of art.

DIA DE LOS MUERTOS VOTIVE HOLDERS Wed | Nov 1 | 3:30pm – 4:30pm | RM Celebrate Dia de los Muertos by creating a glass votive holder with paint and stickers.

GAMING AT THE LIBRARY Thurs | Nov 16 | 4:00pm – 6:00pm | MN Unwind with games in the Teen Zone. Play Nintendo Switch, Xbox, or play one of our many board and card games.

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LET’S EAT: TURKEY CHILI Wed | Nov 1 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN Join us on a delicious journey as we explore the art of cooking with step-bystep guidance from our foodie librarians.

Bon appétit!

MARICOPA LIVE STEAMERS Wed | Nov 8 | 2:30pm – 3:30pm | RM Maricopa Live Steamers engineers and conductors will share how they built their 120+ acre model train park in the City of Phoenix. Learn how the trains operate, how the tracks are built and about a new train scheduled for January 2024.

NANOWRIMO WRITE-IN Mon | Nov 13 | 5:00pm – 6:00pm | MN Celebrate National Novel Writing Month with a write-in! Writing games, snacks, advice and encouragement for your works-inprogess will be included.

NOW SHOWING: SABATON’S WAR TO END ALL WARS: THE MOVIE Mon | Nov 6 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Sat | Nov 18 | 1:00pm – 2:30pm | RM In honor of Veterans Day and the 105th anniversary of Armistice Day, the library will be screening Sabaton’s The War to End All Wars: The Movie. This movie combines the true stories of World War I heroes, animation, and heavy metal music to create a once in a lifetime experience.

Sabaton, a Swedish Heavy Metal band, has partnered with museums across the globe for the premiere of The War to End All Wars: The Movie as part of the History Rocks project, an initiative that aims to raise awareness of the importance of history.

READ IT AND WATCH IT MANGA CLUB Wed | Nov 15 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Each month we will read manga and watch anime. This month we will be discussing Assassination Classroom, Volume 1.

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SMART CYCLING FUNDAMENTALS Wed | Nov 8 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR 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 Get Started Safely kit that includes a helmet, bicycle lights, and more. Ages 12+.

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TEEN TIME Thurs | Nov 30 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | DR Hang out and have fun with friends!

Nov 30 – Glowforge Ornaments TEEN CRAFT HOUR Tues | Nov 14 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | RM Each month we will work on a new craft project. This month’s craft is a giftcard holder.

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD: BECOME A MEMBER! Sat | Nov 4 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Join our Teen Advisory Board! TAB is a group of library teen volunteers who not only help the library and community, but take an active leadership role in implementing programs, promoting, and advocating for youth services.

ADULTS

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ADULT COLORING CLUB Thurs | Nov 2 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Relax and color your stress away. Coloring pages and colored pencils, markers, and crayons will be provided, or bring your own.

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ADVENTURES IN VR Wed | Nov 8 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN Join us as we venture into virtual reality as we test out apps and explore new virtual places. This month we will paint with the Open Brush app.

ASK A MASTER GARDENER Sat | Nov 4 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | RM Get your gardening questions answered by experts. University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners are certified volunteers who answer questions about gardening, landscaping, plant identification, and plant problems.

B-25 MITCHELL Tues | Nov 7 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | RM Join the Arizona Commemorative Museum for a lecture on the B-25 Mitchell, the plane used in the Doolittle Raid.

BUYING YOUR FIRST HOUSE Sat | Nov 18 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Buying a house can be intimidating. This seminar will help you prepare for crucial aspects of the process.

CRAFT NIGHT Thurs | Nov 2 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN Wed | Nov 15 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Try your hand at a low-stress craft night.

Nov 2 (MN) - Coloring Pages Nov 15 (DR) - Gnomes

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EMBROIDERY MACHINE DEMONSTRATION Wed | Nov 1 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Mon | Nov 13 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | DR Take a look at THINKspot’s new embroidery machine.

ESL CONVERSATION CLASS Sat | Nov 4, 18, 25 | 1:00pm – 2:30pm | MN Sat | Nov 4, 18, 25 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Practice English listening and speaking skills while learning about American culture. Please bring a notebook and pencil.

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GLOWFORGE ORNAMENTS Fri | Nov 10 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | DR Tues | Nov 28 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Explore THINKspot’s creative options and make seasonal ornaments on our Glowforge.

ONE STITCH AT A TIME Tues | Nov 7, 14, 21 | 10:00am – 11:00am | RM Hang out with us at this relaxed and social crochet circle. Instructor-led lessons and materials will be available to beginners. All ages and skill levels are welcome.

GRAPHIC DESIGN STUDIO Wed | Nov 1 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN Create projects using different apps. Learn vector graphics, raster graphics, pixel graphics, animation, and how to take your work to the next level. No iPad or graphic design experience is necessary.

OPEN MIC NIGHT Tues | Nov 28 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN Bring your poetry, music, and spoken word to the library. Performers are allowed two songs or two poems not to exceed 10 minutes total (includes set-up and take-down).

HOW TO RESEARCH YOUR MEXICAN HISTORY Thurs | Nov 2 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | RM Genealogist and family historian Lisa Medina will share research methodologies to help you uncover the stories of your Mexican ancestors. Attend in person or register online for a Zoom link.

PUZZLE COMPETITION Sat | Nov 4 | 2:15pm – 4:30pm | DR Brush off your jigsaw puzzle skills for a puzzle competition. Teams of 2-3 will go head-to-head in completing a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle in 2 hours. Find your team members and have 1 person from your team register online. The winning team will get a special creation from THINKspot!

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INTRODUCTION TO PRANIC HEALING Thurs | Nov 30 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Learn 3 simple steps to direct life-force energy to help heal physical and emotional pains.

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LET’S EAT: TURKEY CHILI Wed | Nov 15 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN Join us on a delicious journey as we explore the art of cooking with step-bystep guidance from our culinary enthusiast librarians. Bon appétit!

LET’S PLAY WITH PAPER Tues | Nov 14 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | RM Join us for an hour of paper crafting. This month we’ll be creating gift card holders.

MEDICARE 101 Thurs | Nov 16 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN Medicare is a health insurance program for people 65+ years old and for those with certain disabilities. We will discuss the different parts of Medicare, how to make informed decisions about coverage, and the broader categories of cost, restrictions, and additional benefits. Presented by local Medicare Agent Rita Bancroft of Connie Health, a team of licensed Medicare experts MEDITATION Thurs | Nov 16 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Experience the Meditation on Twin Hearts, a short and simple meditation that can be done comfortably seated in a chair.

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MYSTERIES OF DNA Sat | Nov 18 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM What mysteries can be revealed with a DNA test? Genealogist Ken Waters will discuss surprise matches, how you can learn from them, and where to go from there. Attend in-person or register for the Zoom link.

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RESISTANCE ON A BICYCLE: A HOLOCAUST SURVIVOR SPEAKS Sat | Nov 4 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Dr. Van Leenen will relate his experiences growing up under the Nazi occupation of his native Holland. His family helped Jewish families to evade and escape from the Germans during World War II. His books will be available for sale and signing.

SMART CYCLING FOR OLDER ADULTS Wed | Nov 15 | 12:00pm – 1:30pm | RM 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 Get Started Safely kit that includes a helmet, bicycle lights, and more. Ages 50+.

THANK YOU CARDS FOR VETERANS Mon | Nov 6 | 4:30pm – 5:30pm | RM Fremont Junior High School’s Service Builders Club will host a card making event for veterans. Cards will be handed out at the 10th Annual East Valley Veterans Day Parade. Supplies will be provided. All ages.

THIRTY SECONDS OVER TOKYO Fri | Nov 3 | 2:00pm – 4:15pm | RM In honor of Veterans Day, the library will show the film Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo starring Spencer Tracy, Robert Mitchum and Tim Murdock.

QUILTS OF VALOR AWARD CEREMONY Sat | Nov 4 | 11:00am – 1:00pm | RM Veterans and their families will honor their comrades in arms with the presentation of quilts, made by the loving hands of countless volunteers who wish to thank those who have served. All are welcome to attend.

KIDS

PUMPKIN PATCH PLAYTIME Tues | Nov 21 | 10:00am – 11:00am | RM You’ll find the pick of the patch with selfpaced pumpkin crafts and activities for play and learning. Ages 3-5.

BABIES MAKE MUSIC Tues | Nov 28 | 10:00am – 10:45am | RM Let your baby explore the world of music with pots, shakers, bells, and other musical instruments.

HAPPILY EVER CRAFTER Thurs | Nov 16 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Hear a story and make an inspired craft that includes recycled materials. Ages 4-9.

KIDS’ KITCHEN ADVENTURES Wed | Nov 29 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Calling all little chefs! Explore new recipes, taste new foods, and discover a culinary talent. This month we will make frybread and read the book Frybread. Ages 5-11.

Supplies are limited.

LEGO® CLUB Sat | Nov 18 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Mon | Nov 6, 20 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Explore your creative side with LEGO® and DUPLO® blocks. Ages 5-9.

LETTERS TO BELOVED CHARACTERS: WINNIE THE POOH All Day | Nov 1 – 18 | RM Have a burning question for Winnie the Pooh? Now is your chance to ask! This activity will be available at the Red Mountain children’s desk November 1-18. Children can pick up “their mail” at the desk beginning November 30. Ages 4-7.

LET’S PLAY! Sat | Nov 25 | 10:00am – 11:00am | MN Join us for a morning of play. Your young child will learn skills by exploring different interest areas. Ages 3-5.

TEENSages 12-18

LITTLE MAKERS PLAYTIME Sat | Nov 18 | 10:30am – 11:30am | RM Bring your little makers for an hour of parent and child maker time. We will have STEAM coloring crafts, electronic toys, coding board games, and electronics learning kits for older children. Ages 3-10.

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ADVENTURES IN VR Thurs | Nov 2 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN Join us as we venture into virtual reality as we test out apps and explore new virtual places. This month we will paint with the Open Brush app.

MY FAMILY GHIBLI PRESENTS: MY NEIGHBOR TOTORO Sat | Nov 25 | 3:00pm – 4:30pm | MN Bring the family to watch My Neighbor Totoro, the Japanese animated fantasy film.

Make a craft while you enjoy the movie.

WALK-IN WEDNESDAYS Wed | Nov 1, 8, 15, 29 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment.

CALM CAFÉ Thurs | Nov 9 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Take a break from your studies and relax with an hour of mindful play. At the Calm Café, you can play with LEGO® blocks, break out a board game, or color to your heart’s content.

TWEENS ages 8-12 ⚙

APP ARTIST Tues | Nov 14, 28 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Learn vector graphics, raster graphics, pixel graphics, animation, and how to take your work to the next level. This program is limited to the first 8 participants.

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STORYTIMES

BABY LAPSIT Wednesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | DR Wednesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | MN Fri | Nov 3, 10, 17 | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies ages birth-16 months.

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DESIGN TIME STORYTIME Sat | Nov 18 | 10:00am – 11:00am | MN This storytime introduces the creative process of art and design to families through songs, stories, games, and interactive plugged and unplugged activities. Ages 3-6.

ELEPHANT, PIGGY, AND FRIENDS Thurs | Nov 30 | 10:00am – 11:00am | RM Join us for stories and crafts featuring Mo Willems’ beloved characters.

CRAFT-ISH Tues | Nov 7, 21 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN We’ll cut, glue, and draw away the afternoon! Supplies are limited.

Nov 7 (MN) - Leaf Lanterns Nov 21 (MN) - Candy Corn Bridges

LITERACY THRU DRAMA WITH MESA ARTS CENTER Fri | Nov 3 | 10:00am – 11:00am | DR Fri | Nov 17 | 10:00am – 11:00am | MN Go on an imaginative adventure in this drama-focused storytime. Children will deepen early literacy skills as they explore magical worlds, problem-solve, and become characters in the story. Presented

by Mesa Arts Center.

PRESCHOOL LAB Fri | Nov 17 | 10:00am – 11:00am | DR A STEAM-based storytime with hands-on explorations that introduce computational skills to help kids get ready for kindergarten. Ages 3-5.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Tuesdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | DR Tuesdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | MN Tuesdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Wednesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Wednesdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Join us for songs, stories, and silliness in this kindergarten readiness storytime.

Ages 3-5.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME PRESENTS: TUBBA AND FRIENDS Wed | Nov 8 | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Wed | Nov 8 | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Tubba and Friends will join us for stories based on adventures, kindness, and friendship. Ages 3-5.

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

YOGA STORYTIME Thurs | Nov 16 | 10:00am – 10:30am | RM Join us for a storytime filled with movement, singing, stories, mindfulness and easy yoga poses. Ages 3-5.

MAKE YOUR OWN PICTURE STORYTIME Fri | Nov 10 | 4:00pm – 4:30pm | MN Sing, dance and draw the last picture of two storybooks read by our librarian!

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS® Wed | Nov 1 | 3:30pm – 5:00pm | MN Learn to play Dungeons & Dragons® with an experienced player. Already know how to play? Come in and use the space to lead your own campaign.

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MACHINE: IMPOSSIBLE Wed | Nov 15 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Sat | Nov 18 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | MN Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to create a machine that can solve a problem and maybe even save the world.

LIBRARY PEN PALS CREATIVE WRITING CLUB Wed | Nov 29 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Each month, we will be participating in different creative writing prompts, exercises, and games. You can also bring your own writing to share.

PERCY JACKSON UNIVERSE BOOK CLUB Wed | Nov 22 | 3:30pm – 4:30pm | RM Each month we will read a book from the world of Percy Jackson and enjoy trivia, games, and crafts. This month we will read The Trials of Apollo: The Burning Maze.

CRAF-TEEN Thurs | Nov 30 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Be creative and transform everyday items into works of art.

DIA DE LOS MUERTOS VOTIVE HOLDERS Wed | Nov 1 | 3:30pm – 4:30pm | RM Celebrate Dia de los Muertos by creating a glass votive holder with paint and stickers.

GAMING AT THE LIBRARY Thurs | Nov 16 | 4:00pm – 6:00pm | MN Unwind with games in the Teen Zone. Play Nintendo Switch, Xbox, or play one of our many board and card games.

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LET’S EAT: TURKEY CHILI Wed | Nov 1 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN Join us on a delicious journey as we explore the art of cooking with step-bystep guidance from our foodie librarians.

Bon appétit!

MARICOPA LIVE STEAMERS Wed | Nov 8 | 2:30pm – 3:30pm | RM Maricopa Live Steamers engineers and conductors will share how they built their 120+ acre model train park in the City of Phoenix. Learn how the trains operate, how the tracks are built and about a new train scheduled for January 2024.

NANOWRIMO WRITE-IN Mon | Nov 13 | 5:00pm – 6:00pm | MN Celebrate National Novel Writing Month with a write-in! Writing games, snacks, advice and encouragement for your works-inprogess will be included.

NOW SHOWING: SABATON’S WAR TO END ALL WARS: THE MOVIE Mon | Nov 6 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Sat | Nov 18 | 1:00pm – 2:30pm | RM In honor of Veterans Day and the 105th anniversary of Armistice Day, the library will be screening Sabaton’s The War to End All Wars: The Movie. This movie combines the true stories of World War I heroes, animation, and heavy metal music to create a once in a lifetime experience.

Sabaton, a Swedish Heavy Metal band, has partnered with museums across the globe for the premiere of The War to End All Wars: The Movie as part of the History Rocks project, an initiative that aims to raise awareness of the importance of history.

READ IT AND WATCH IT MANGA CLUB Wed | Nov 15 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Each month we will read manga and watch anime. This month we will be discussing Assassination Classroom, Volume 1.

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SMART CYCLING FUNDAMENTALS Wed | Nov 8 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR 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 Get Started Safely kit that includes a helmet, bicycle lights, and more. Ages 12+.

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TEEN TIME Thurs | Nov 30 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | DR Hang out and have fun with friends!

Nov 30 – Glowforge Ornaments TEEN CRAFT HOUR Tues | Nov 14 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | RM Each month we will work on a new craft project. This month’s craft is a giftcard holder.

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD: BECOME A MEMBER! Sat | Nov 4 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Join our Teen Advisory Board! TAB is a group of library teen volunteers who not only help the library and community, but take an active leadership role in implementing programs, promoting, and advocating for youth services.

ADULTS

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ADULT COLORING CLUB Thurs | Nov 2 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Relax and color your stress away. Coloring pages and colored pencils, markers, and crayons will be provided, or bring your own.

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ADVENTURES IN VR Wed | Nov 8 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN Join us as we venture into virtual reality as we test out apps and explore new virtual places. This month we will paint with the Open Brush app.

ASK A MASTER GARDENER Sat | Nov 4 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | RM Get your gardening questions answered by experts. University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners are certified volunteers who answer questions about gardening, landscaping, plant identification, and plant problems.

B-25 MITCHELL Tues | Nov 7 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | RM Join the Arizona Commemorative Museum for a lecture on the B-25 Mitchell, the plane used in the Doolittle Raid.

BUYING YOUR FIRST HOUSE Sat | Nov 18 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Buying a house can be intimidating. This seminar will help you prepare for crucial aspects of the process.

CRAFT NIGHT Thurs | Nov 2 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN Wed | Nov 15 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Try your hand at a low-stress craft night.

Nov 2 (MN) - Coloring Pages Nov 15 (DR) - Gnomes

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EMBROIDERY MACHINE DEMONSTRATION Wed | Nov 1 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Mon | Nov 13 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | DR Take a look at THINKspot’s new embroidery machine.

ESL CONVERSATION CLASS Sat | Nov 4, 18, 25 | 1:00pm – 2:30pm | MN Sat | Nov 4, 18, 25 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Practice English listening and speaking skills while learning about American culture. Please bring a notebook and pencil.

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GLOWFORGE ORNAMENTS Fri | Nov 10 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | DR Tues | Nov 28 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Explore THINKspot’s creative options and make seasonal ornaments on our Glowforge.

ONE STITCH AT A TIME Tues | Nov 7, 14, 21 | 10:00am – 11:00am | RM Hang out with us at this relaxed and social crochet circle. Instructor-led lessons and materials will be available to beginners. All ages and skill levels are welcome.

GRAPHIC DESIGN STUDIO Wed | Nov 1 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN Create projects using different apps. Learn vector graphics, raster graphics, pixel graphics, animation, and how to take your work to the next level. No iPad or graphic design experience is necessary.

OPEN MIC NIGHT Tues | Nov 28 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN Bring your poetry, music, and spoken word to the library. Performers are allowed two songs or two poems not to exceed 10 minutes total (includes set-up and take-down).

HOW TO RESEARCH YOUR MEXICAN HISTORY Thurs | Nov 2 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | RM Genealogist and family historian Lisa Medina will share research methodologies to help you uncover the stories of your Mexican ancestors. Attend in person or register online for a Zoom link.

PUZZLE COMPETITION Sat | Nov 4 | 2:15pm – 4:30pm | DR Brush off your jigsaw puzzle skills for a puzzle competition. Teams of 2-3 will go head-to-head in completing a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle in 2 hours. Find your team members and have 1 person from your team register online. The winning team will get a special creation from THINKspot!

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INTRODUCTION TO PRANIC HEALING Thurs | Nov 30 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Learn 3 simple steps to direct life-force energy to help heal physical and emotional pains.

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LET’S EAT: TURKEY CHILI Wed | Nov 15 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN Join us on a delicious journey as we explore the art of cooking with step-bystep guidance from our culinary enthusiast librarians. Bon appétit!

LET’S PLAY WITH PAPER Tues | Nov 14 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | RM Join us for an hour of paper crafting. This month we’ll be creating gift card holders.

MEDICARE 101 Thurs | Nov 16 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN Medicare is a health insurance program for people 65+ years old and for those with certain disabilities. We will discuss the different parts of Medicare, how to make informed decisions about coverage, and the broader categories of cost, restrictions, and additional benefits. Presented by local Medicare Agent Rita Bancroft of Connie Health, a team of licensed Medicare experts MEDITATION Thurs | Nov 16 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Experience the Meditation on Twin Hearts, a short and simple meditation that can be done comfortably seated in a chair.

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MYSTERIES OF DNA Sat | Nov 18 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM What mysteries can be revealed with a DNA test? Genealogist Ken Waters will discuss surprise matches, how you can learn from them, and where to go from there. Attend in-person or register for the Zoom link.

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RESISTANCE ON A BICYCLE: A HOLOCAUST SURVIVOR SPEAKS Sat | Nov 4 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Dr. Van Leenen will relate his experiences growing up under the Nazi occupation of his native Holland. His family helped Jewish families to evade and escape from the Germans during World War II. His books will be available for sale and signing.

SMART CYCLING FOR OLDER ADULTS Wed | Nov 15 | 12:00pm – 1:30pm | RM 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 Get Started Safely kit that includes a helmet, bicycle lights, and more. Ages 50+.

THANK YOU CARDS FOR VETERANS Mon | Nov 6 | 4:30pm – 5:30pm | RM Fremont Junior High School’s Service Builders Club will host a card making event for veterans. Cards will be handed out at the 10th Annual East Valley Veterans Day Parade. Supplies will be provided. All ages.

THIRTY SECONDS OVER TOKYO Fri | Nov 3 | 2:00pm – 4:15pm | RM In honor of Veterans Day, the library will show the film Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo starring Spencer Tracy, Robert Mitchum and Tim Murdock.

QUILTS OF VALOR AWARD CEREMONY Sat | Nov 4 | 11:00am – 1:00pm | RM Veterans and their families will honor their comrades in arms with the presentation of quilts, made by the loving hands of countless volunteers who wish to thank those who have served. All are welcome to attend.

KIDS

PUMPKIN PATCH PLAYTIME Tues | Nov 21 | 10:00am – 11:00am | RM You’ll find the pick of the patch with selfpaced pumpkin crafts and activities for play and learning. Ages 3-5.

BABIES MAKE MUSIC Tues | Nov 28 | 10:00am – 10:45am | RM Let your baby explore the world of music with pots, shakers, bells, and other musical instruments.

HAPPILY EVER CRAFTER Thurs | Nov 16 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Hear a story and make an inspired craft that includes recycled materials. Ages 4-9.

KIDS’ KITCHEN ADVENTURES Wed | Nov 29 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Calling all little chefs! Explore new recipes, taste new foods, and discover a culinary talent. This month we will make frybread and read the book Frybread. Ages 5-11.

Supplies are limited.

LEGO® CLUB Sat | Nov 18 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Mon | Nov 6, 20 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Explore your creative side with LEGO® and DUPLO® blocks. Ages 5-9.

LETTERS TO BELOVED CHARACTERS: WINNIE THE POOH All Day | Nov 1 – 18 | RM Have a burning question for Winnie the Pooh? Now is your chance to ask! This activity will be available at the Red Mountain children’s desk November 1-18. Children can pick up “their mail” at the desk beginning November 30. Ages 4-7.

LET’S PLAY! Sat | Nov 25 | 10:00am – 11:00am | MN Join us for a morning of play. Your young child will learn skills by exploring different interest areas. Ages 3-5.

TEENSages 12-18

LITTLE MAKERS PLAYTIME Sat | Nov 18 | 10:30am – 11:30am | RM Bring your little makers for an hour of parent and child maker time. We will have STEAM coloring crafts, electronic toys, coding board games, and electronics learning kits for older children. Ages 3-10.

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ADVENTURES IN VR Thurs | Nov 2 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN Join us as we venture into virtual reality as we test out apps and explore new virtual places. This month we will paint with the Open Brush app.

MY FAMILY GHIBLI PRESENTS: MY NEIGHBOR TOTORO Sat | Nov 25 | 3:00pm – 4:30pm | MN Bring the family to watch My Neighbor Totoro, the Japanese animated fantasy film.

Make a craft while you enjoy the movie.

WALK-IN WEDNESDAYS Wed | Nov 1, 8, 15, 29 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment.

CALM CAFÉ Thurs | Nov 9 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Take a break from your studies and relax with an hour of mindful play. At the Calm Café, you can play with LEGO® blocks, break out a board game, or color to your heart’s content.

TWEENS ages 8-12 ⚙

APP ARTIST Tues | Nov 14, 28 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Learn vector graphics, raster graphics, pixel graphics, animation, and how to take your work to the next level. This program is limited to the first 8 participants.

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STORYTIMES

BABY LAPSIT Wednesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | DR Wednesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | MN Fri | Nov 3, 10, 17 | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies ages birth-16 months.

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DESIGN TIME STORYTIME Sat | Nov 18 | 10:00am – 11:00am | MN This storytime introduces the creative process of art and design to families through songs, stories, games, and interactive plugged and unplugged activities. Ages 3-6.

ELEPHANT, PIGGY, AND FRIENDS Thurs | Nov 30 | 10:00am – 11:00am | RM Join us for stories and crafts featuring Mo Willems’ beloved characters.

CRAFT-ISH Tues | Nov 7, 21 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN We’ll cut, glue, and draw away the afternoon! Supplies are limited.

Nov 7 (MN) - Leaf Lanterns Nov 21 (MN) - Candy Corn Bridges

LITERACY THRU DRAMA WITH MESA ARTS CENTER Fri | Nov 3 | 10:00am – 11:00am | DR Fri | Nov 17 | 10:00am – 11:00am | MN Go on an imaginative adventure in this drama-focused storytime. Children will deepen early literacy skills as they explore magical worlds, problem-solve, and become characters in the story. Presented

by Mesa Arts Center.

PRESCHOOL LAB Fri | Nov 17 | 10:00am – 11:00am | DR A STEAM-based storytime with hands-on explorations that introduce computational skills to help kids get ready for kindergarten. Ages 3-5.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Tuesdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | DR Tuesdays | 10:00am – 10:30am | MN Tuesdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN Wednesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Wednesdays | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Join us for songs, stories, and silliness in this kindergarten readiness storytime.

Ages 3-5.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME PRESENTS: TUBBA AND FRIENDS Wed | Nov 8 | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Wed | Nov 8 | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM Tubba and Friends will join us for stories based on adventures, kindness, and friendship. Ages 3-5.

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

YOGA STORYTIME Thurs | Nov 16 | 10:00am – 10:30am | RM Join us for a storytime filled with movement, singing, stories, mindfulness and easy yoga poses. Ages 3-5.

MAKE YOUR OWN PICTURE STORYTIME Fri | Nov 10 | 4:00pm – 4:30pm | MN Sing, dance and draw the last picture of two storybooks read by our librarian!

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS® Wed | Nov 1 | 3:30pm – 5:00pm | MN Learn to play Dungeons & Dragons® with an experienced player. Already know how to play? Come in and use the space to lead your own campaign.

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MACHINE: IMPOSSIBLE Wed | Nov 15 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Sat | Nov 18 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | MN Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to create a machine that can solve a problem and maybe even save the world.

LIBRARY PEN PALS CREATIVE WRITING CLUB Wed | Nov 29 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Each month, we will be participating in different creative writing prompts, exercises, and games. You can also bring your own writing to share.

PERCY JACKSON UNIVERSE BOOK CLUB Wed | Nov 22 | 3:30pm – 4:30pm | RM Each month we will read a book from the world of Percy Jackson and enjoy trivia, games, and crafts. This month we will read The Trials of Apollo: The Burning Maze.

CRAF-TEEN Thurs | Nov 30 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN Be creative and transform everyday items into works of art.

DIA DE LOS MUERTOS VOTIVE HOLDERS Wed | Nov 1 | 3:30pm – 4:30pm | RM Celebrate Dia de los Muertos by creating a glass votive holder with paint and stickers.

GAMING AT THE LIBRARY Thurs | Nov 16 | 4:00pm – 6:00pm | MN Unwind with games in the Teen Zone. Play Nintendo Switch, Xbox, or play one of our many board and card games.

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LET’S EAT: TURKEY CHILI Wed | Nov 1 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN Join us on a delicious journey as we explore the art of cooking with step-bystep guidance from our foodie librarians.

Bon appétit!

MARICOPA LIVE STEAMERS Wed | Nov 8 | 2:30pm – 3:30pm | RM Maricopa Live Steamers engineers and conductors will share how they built their 120+ acre model train park in the City of Phoenix. Learn how the trains operate, how the tracks are built and about a new train scheduled for January 2024.

NANOWRIMO WRITE-IN Mon | Nov 13 | 5:00pm – 6:00pm | MN Celebrate National Novel Writing Month with a write-in! Writing games, snacks, advice and encouragement for your works-inprogess will be included.

NOW SHOWING: SABATON’S WAR TO END ALL WARS: THE MOVIE Mon | Nov 6 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Sat | Nov 18 | 1:00pm – 2:30pm | RM In honor of Veterans Day and the 105th anniversary of Armistice Day, the library will be screening Sabaton’s The War to End All Wars: The Movie. This movie combines the true stories of World War I heroes, animation, and heavy metal music to create a once in a lifetime experience.

Sabaton, a Swedish Heavy Metal band, has partnered with museums across the globe for the premiere of The War to End All Wars: The Movie as part of the History Rocks project, an initiative that aims to raise awareness of the importance of history.

READ IT AND WATCH IT MANGA CLUB Wed | Nov 15 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Each month we will read manga and watch anime. This month we will be discussing Assassination Classroom, Volume 1.

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SMART CYCLING FUNDAMENTALS Wed | Nov 8 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR 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 Get Started Safely kit that includes a helmet, bicycle lights, and more. Ages 12+.

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TEEN TIME Thurs | Nov 30 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | DR Hang out and have fun with friends!

Nov 30 – Glowforge Ornaments TEEN CRAFT HOUR Tues | Nov 14 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | RM Each month we will work on a new craft project. This month’s craft is a giftcard holder.

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD: BECOME A MEMBER! Sat | Nov 4 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Join our Teen Advisory Board! TAB is a group of library teen volunteers who not only help the library and community, but take an active leadership role in implementing programs, promoting, and advocating for youth services.

ADULTS

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ADULT COLORING CLUB Thurs | Nov 2 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM Relax and color your stress away. Coloring pages and colored pencils, markers, and crayons will be provided, or bring your own.

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ADVENTURES IN VR Wed | Nov 8 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN Join us as we venture into virtual reality as we test out apps and explore new virtual places. This month we will paint with the Open Brush app.

ASK A MASTER GARDENER Sat | Nov 4 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | RM Get your gardening questions answered by experts. University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners are certified volunteers who answer questions about gardening, landscaping, plant identification, and plant problems.

B-25 MITCHELL Tues | Nov 7 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | RM Join the Arizona Commemorative Museum for a lecture on the B-25 Mitchell, the plane used in the Doolittle Raid.

BUYING YOUR FIRST HOUSE Sat | Nov 18 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Buying a house can be intimidating. This seminar will help you prepare for crucial aspects of the process.

CRAFT NIGHT Thurs | Nov 2 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN Wed | Nov 15 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Try your hand at a low-stress craft night.

Nov 2 (MN) - Coloring Pages Nov 15 (DR) - Gnomes

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EMBROIDERY MACHINE DEMONSTRATION Wed | Nov 1 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Mon | Nov 13 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | DR Take a look at THINKspot’s new embroidery machine.

ESL CONVERSATION CLASS Sat | Nov 4, 18, 25 | 1:00pm – 2:30pm | MN Sat | Nov 4, 18, 25 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Practice English listening and speaking skills while learning about American culture. Please bring a notebook and pencil.

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GLOWFORGE ORNAMENTS Fri | Nov 10 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | DR Tues | Nov 28 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Explore THINKspot’s creative options and make seasonal ornaments on our Glowforge.

ONE STITCH AT A TIME Tues | Nov 7, 14, 21 | 10:00am – 11:00am | RM Hang out with us at this relaxed and social crochet circle. Instructor-led lessons and materials will be available to beginners. All ages and skill levels are welcome.

GRAPHIC DESIGN STUDIO Wed | Nov 1 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN Create projects using different apps. Learn vector graphics, raster graphics, pixel graphics, animation, and how to take your work to the next level. No iPad or graphic design experience is necessary.

OPEN MIC NIGHT Tues | Nov 28 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN Bring your poetry, music, and spoken word to the library. Performers are allowed two songs or two poems not to exceed 10 minutes total (includes set-up and take-down).

HOW TO RESEARCH YOUR MEXICAN HISTORY Thurs | Nov 2 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | RM Genealogist and family historian Lisa Medina will share research methodologies to help you uncover the stories of your Mexican ancestors. Attend in person or register online for a Zoom link.

PUZZLE COMPETITION Sat | Nov 4 | 2:15pm – 4:30pm | DR Brush off your jigsaw puzzle skills for a puzzle competition. Teams of 2-3 will go head-to-head in completing a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle in 2 hours. Find your team members and have 1 person from your team register online. The winning team will get a special creation from THINKspot!

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INTRODUCTION TO PRANIC HEALING Thurs | Nov 30 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Learn 3 simple steps to direct life-force energy to help heal physical and emotional pains.

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LET’S EAT: TURKEY CHILI Wed | Nov 15 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN Join us on a delicious journey as we explore the art of cooking with step-bystep guidance from our culinary enthusiast librarians. Bon appétit!

LET’S PLAY WITH PAPER Tues | Nov 14 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | RM Join us for an hour of paper crafting. This month we’ll be creating gift card holders.

MEDICARE 101 Thurs | Nov 16 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN Medicare is a health insurance program for people 65+ years old and for those with certain disabilities. We will discuss the different parts of Medicare, how to make informed decisions about coverage, and the broader categories of cost, restrictions, and additional benefits. Presented by local Medicare Agent Rita Bancroft of Connie Health, a team of licensed Medicare experts MEDITATION Thurs | Nov 16 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Experience the Meditation on Twin Hearts, a short and simple meditation that can be done comfortably seated in a chair.

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MYSTERIES OF DNA Sat | Nov 18 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM What mysteries can be revealed with a DNA test? Genealogist Ken Waters will discuss surprise matches, how you can learn from them, and where to go from there. Attend in-person or register for the Zoom link.

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RESISTANCE ON A BICYCLE: A HOLOCAUST SURVIVOR SPEAKS Sat | Nov 4 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM Dr. Van Leenen will relate his experiences growing up under the Nazi occupation of his native Holland. His family helped Jewish families to evade and escape from the Germans during World War II. His books will be available for sale and signing.

SMART CYCLING FOR OLDER ADULTS Wed | Nov 15 | 12:00pm – 1:30pm | RM 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 Get Started Safely kit that includes a helmet, bicycle lights, and more. Ages 50+.

THANK YOU CARDS FOR VETERANS Mon | Nov 6 | 4:30pm – 5:30pm | RM Fremont Junior High School’s Service Builders Club will host a card making event for veterans. Cards will be handed out at the 10th Annual East Valley Veterans Day Parade. Supplies will be provided. All ages.

THIRTY SECONDS OVER TOKYO Fri | Nov 3 | 2:00pm – 4:15pm | RM In honor of Veterans Day, the library will show the film Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo starring Spencer Tracy, Robert Mitchum and Tim Murdock.

QUILTS OF VALOR AWARD CEREMONY Sat | Nov 4 | 11:00am – 1:00pm | RM Veterans and their families will honor their comrades in arms with the presentation of quilts, made by the loving hands of countless volunteers who wish to thank those who have served. All are welcome to attend.

MESA EXPRESS LIBRARY AT MONTEREY PARK The Mesa Express Library at Monterey Park, a new small self-service library, is a one-of-a-kind in Arizona! This new location includes book lockers and book drops for convenient pick-up and drop-off and a StoryWalk® with 20 pedestals along a path to draw children and families into a shared reading experience in the park.

Expanded Access technology enables patrons to access library resources and services using their library barcode and PIN. Features include: - Hold lockers

- Popular books for all ages - Self-checkout machines

- Public WiFi - Reading Areas - Video Chat Kiosk

Sign up for Expanded Access by visiting a staff member in person at one of our full service locations. To learn more about Mesa Express Library, visit mesalibrary.org/MEL

† Prerequisite: Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.

COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY ⚙☑

3D PRINTER TRAINING † Wed | Nov 8 | 1:30pm – 4:00pm | RM Learn the basics of using our Ultimaker 3D Printers. Once you complete this training and sign a waiver, you can start reserving our 3D printers for personal use during THINKspot business hours.

COMPUTER BASICS † Wed | Nov 1 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Wed | Nov 15, 22, 29 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | MN If you are new to the computer or just want to know more about how it works then Computer Basics is the place to start!

Laptops and mice are provided to the first 11 participants; you are welcome to bring your own device.

Nov 1 - Mousing Nov 15, 22 - Keyboard Nov 29 - Microsoft Word

COMPUTER SKILLS TRAINING Fri | Nov 3, 17 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Tues | Nov 14 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Wed | Nov 29 | 11:00am – 12:00pm | DR Thurs | Nov 16 | 11:00am - 12:00pm | RM Measure your computer skills and use interactive training to build your email, Microsoft Word, social media, and internet skills. Work individually and at your own pace with Northstar’s Digital Literacy program.

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HOTSPOT DIGITAL HELP DESK Thurs | Nov 2, 9, 16, 30 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Sat | Nov 25 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | MN 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-onone assistance on a first-come, first-served basis.

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INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT EXCEL Tues | Nov 7 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | DR Learn the foundations of Microsoft Excel, including how to create, edit, and format data in a spreadsheet.

BOOK GROUPS

November 2023 News & Events

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INTERMEDIATE / ADVANCED EXCEL † Wed | Nov 8 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | DR Learn how to sort, filter, freeze panes, conduct basic math, and create charts.

Then learn advanced Excel topics like pivot tables, how to use multiple spreadsheets, absolute references, vlookup, and other techniques. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel is required.

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GLOWFORGE TRAINING † Wed | Nov 29 | 1:30pm – 4:00pm | RM Learn about the Glowforge laser printer.

Once you complete this training and sign a waiver, you can start reserving our Glowforge laser printer for personal use during THINKspot business hours.

DONATE DAY: BOOK DONATION DRIVE Sat | Nov 4 | 9:00am – 12:00pm | DR Donate books, magazines, movies, and music without leaving your car! Volunteers will be on hand to unload your donation. One hundred percent of the proceeds from our used book sales stay with the library to support programs and services. Can’t make it? We accept ongoing donations at the Main Library.

USING LIBRARY APPS TO DOWNLOAD BOOKS Mon | Nov 6 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Learn how to use the Libby and CloudLibrary apps to download ebooks and audiobooks from the Library to your smartphone or tablet. Please bring your library card, device, email address, and password. If you are using a Kindle, please bring your Amazon account information.

Visit mesalibrary.org/donate to learn more.

HOLIDAY HOURS Sat | Nov 11 | CLOSED Wed | Nov 22 | CLOSE AT 5pm Thurs | Nov 23 | CLOSED Fri | Nov 24 | CLOSED

CHEER READERS Tues | Nov 28 | 5:00pm – 6:00pm | OFFSITE Hidden Pictures – Jason Rekulak

NOVEL APPROACH Mon | Nov 13 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM The Vanishing Half – Brit Bennett

FICTION FOLKS Thurs | Nov 9 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DR The Thread Collectors – Shaunna Edwards and Alyson Richman

WHO PICKED THIS BOOK? Tues | Nov 7 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | RM Weapons of Math Destruction: How Big Data Increases Inequality and Threatens Democracy – Cathy O’Neil

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all.

If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accomodations, please contact us.

MAIN LIBRARY (MN)

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.

Check our website for Mesa Express Library hours.

& THINKSPOT @ MAIN

64 E. 1st St.

DOBSON RANCH LIBRARY (DR) & THINKSPOT @ DOBSON RANCH

2425 S. Dobson Rd.

RED MOUNTAIN LIBRARY (RM) & THINKSPOT @ RED MOUNTAIN

480-644-3100

635 N. Power Rd.

MESA EXPRESS LIBRARY (MEL) AT MONTEREY PARK 7045 E. Monterey Ave.

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

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Tickets are handed out 30 minutes prior to the program start.

⚙ THINKspot Program

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MESA EXPRESS LIBRARY AT MONTEREY PARK The Mesa Express Library at Monterey Park, a new small self-service library, is a one-of-a-kind in Arizona! This new location includes book lockers and book drops for convenient pick-up and drop-off and a StoryWalk® with 20 pedestals along a path to draw children and families into a shared reading experience in the park.

Expanded Access technology enables patrons to access library resources and services using their library barcode and PIN. Features include: - Hold lockers

- Popular books for all ages - Self-checkout machines

- Public WiFi - Reading Areas - Video Chat Kiosk

Sign up for Expanded Access by visiting a staff member in person at one of our full service locations. To learn more about Mesa Express Library, visit mesalibrary.org/MEL

† Prerequisite: Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.

COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY ⚙☑

3D PRINTER TRAINING † Wed | Nov 8 | 1:30pm – 4:00pm | RM Learn the basics of using our Ultimaker 3D Printers. Once you complete this training and sign a waiver, you can start reserving our 3D printers for personal use during THINKspot business hours.

COMPUTER BASICS † Wed | Nov 1 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Wed | Nov 15, 22, 29 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | MN If you are new to the computer or just want to know more about how it works then Computer Basics is the place to start!

Laptops and mice are provided to the first 11 participants; you are welcome to bring your own device.

Nov 1 - Mousing Nov 15, 22 - Keyboard Nov 29 - Microsoft Word

COMPUTER SKILLS TRAINING Fri | Nov 3, 17 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN Tues | Nov 14 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Wed | Nov 29 | 11:00am – 12:00pm | DR Thurs | Nov 16 | 11:00am - 12:00pm | RM Measure your computer skills and use interactive training to build your email, Microsoft Word, social media, and internet skills. Work individually and at your own pace with Northstar’s Digital Literacy program.

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HOTSPOT DIGITAL HELP DESK Thurs | Nov 2, 9, 16, 30 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM Sat | Nov 25 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | MN 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-onone assistance on a first-come, first-served basis.

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INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT EXCEL Tues | Nov 7 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | DR Learn the foundations of Microsoft Excel, including how to create, edit, and format data in a spreadsheet.

BOOK GROUPS

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INTERMEDIATE / ADVANCED EXCEL † Wed | Nov 8 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | DR Learn how to sort, filter, freeze panes, conduct basic math, and create charts.

Then learn advanced Excel topics like pivot tables, how to use multiple spreadsheets, absolute references, vlookup, and other techniques. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel is required.

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GLOWFORGE TRAINING † Wed | Nov 29 | 1:30pm – 4:00pm | RM Learn about the Glowforge laser printer.

Once you complete this training and sign a waiver, you can start reserving our Glowforge laser printer for personal use during THINKspot business hours.

DONATE DAY: BOOK DONATION DRIVE Sat | Nov 4 | 9:00am – 12:00pm | DR Donate books, magazines, movies, and music without leaving your car! Volunteers will be on hand to unload your donation. One hundred percent of the proceeds from our used book sales stay with the library to support programs and services. Can’t make it? We accept ongoing donations at the Main Library.

USING LIBRARY APPS TO DOWNLOAD BOOKS Mon | Nov 6 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DR Learn how to use the Libby and CloudLibrary apps to download ebooks and audiobooks from the Library to your smartphone or tablet. Please bring your library card, device, email address, and password. If you are using a Kindle, please bring your Amazon account information.

Visit mesalibrary.org/donate to learn more.

HOLIDAY HOURS Sat | Nov 11 | CLOSED Wed | Nov 22 | CLOSE AT 5pm Thurs | Nov 23 | CLOSED Fri | Nov 24 | CLOSED

CHEER READERS Tues | Nov 28 | 5:00pm – 6:00pm | OFFSITE Hidden Pictures – Jason Rekulak

NOVEL APPROACH Mon | Nov 13 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM The Vanishing Half – Brit Bennett

FICTION FOLKS Thurs | Nov 9 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DR The Thread Collectors – Shaunna Edwards and Alyson Richman

WHO PICKED THIS BOOK? Tues | Nov 7 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | RM Weapons of Math Destruction: How Big Data Increases Inequality and Threatens Democracy – Cathy O’Neil

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all.

If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accomodations, please contact us.

MAIN LIBRARY (MN)

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.

Check our website for Mesa Express Library hours.

& THINKSPOT @ MAIN

64 E. 1st St.

DOBSON RANCH LIBRARY (DR) & THINKSPOT @ DOBSON RANCH

2425 S. Dobson Rd.

RED MOUNTAIN LIBRARY (RM) & THINKSPOT @ RED MOUNTAIN

480-644-3100

635 N. Power Rd.

MESA EXPRESS LIBRARY (MEL) AT MONTEREY PARK 7045 E. Monterey Ave.

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

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

HOW TO READ THIS GUIDE:

Need a library card?

Scan this code to apply online!

☑ Registration required Ticketed Event

Tickets are handed out 30 minutes prior to the program start.

⚙ THINKspot Program

Look for this icon to make and create in THINKspot—a makerspace inside our libraries. THINKspot has the technology and equipment for all your projects. To learn more about available equipment and training visit mesalibrary.org/thinkspot

Library Card Application mesalibrary.org/getacard

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