10TH ANNIVERSARY
In October of 2013, our first THINKspot makerspace opened at the Red Mountain Library. Ten years later we’re still making things, and now we have a THINKspot in all three full-service branches!
Check out the special events we have planned for THINKspot’s anniversary week and all the other great classes this month. And keep reading for more THINKspot events at the Main and Dobson Ranch libraries!
OCTOBER PROGRAMS AT TS@RM
GLOWFORGE TRAINING⚙☑ †
Wed | Oct 4 | 1:30pm – 4:00pm | RM
Learn the basics of using our Glowforge. Once you complete the training and sign a waiver, you can start reserving the Glowforge during THINKspot business hours.
LET’S PLAY WITH PAPER ⚙
Tues | Oct 17 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | RM
Enjoy an hour of paper crafting. This month we’re celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with papel picado.
ONE STITCH AT A TIME ⚙
Tuesdays | 10:00am – 11:00am | RM
All ages and skill levels are welcome at this social crochet circle. Instructor-led lessons and materials will be available for beginners.
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☑ Registration required
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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 with technology and equipment for all your projects. To learn more about equipment and training visit: mesalibrary.org/thinkspot
10TH ANNIVERSARY OPEN HOUSE
Sat | Oct 14 | 1:00pm – 4:00pm | RM
Stop by to see what’s new in THINKspot at the Red Mountain Library! We’ll have equipment demonstrations and special activities for all ages to enjoy.
10TH ANNIVERSARY WEEK EVENTS
EMBROIDERY MACHINE DEMONSTRATION ⚙
Mon | Oct 9 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | RM
Take a look at THINKspot’s new Embroidery Machine.
NO-SEW FABRIC KEY CHAIN FOR TEENS ⚙
Tues | Oct 10 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | RM
Make a fabric key chain, no sewing necessary. Ages 12-18.
MAKE A HALLOWEEN WREATH ⚙
Wed | Oct 11 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | RM
Calling all crafty kids! Join us to make a paper plate Halloween wreath. Ages 5+.
TEEN/ADULT JAPANESE BOOKBINDING PROJECT ⚙
Thurs | Oct 12 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | RM
Learn the technique of Japanese bookbinding. Ages 14+.
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NEWS & EVENTS
OCTOBER 2023
Storytimes KIDS
BABIES MAKE MUSIC
Tues | Oct 24 | 10:00am – 10:45am | RM
Let your baby explore the world of music with pots, shakers, bells, and other musical instruments.
CUENTOS Y ARTE CON EL MUSEO I.D.E.A.
Fri | Oct 6 | 11:00am – 11:45am | RM
Leemos un librito en español y luego hacemos un proyecto del arte. Nuestra tema es constucción y este programa es para niños de 3-5 años y sus cuidadores. ¡Leamos y creamos juntos!
FALL FESTIVAL
Wed | Oct 11 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM
Join us for fall-inspired games and crafts that the whole family can enjoy.
KIDS’ KITCHEN ADVENTURES
Wed | Oct 25 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN
Calling all little chefs! Explore new recipes, taste new foods, and discover a culinary talent. This month we’ll make ghosts in a blanket. Supplies are limited. Ages 5-11.
LEGO® CLUB
Mon | Oct 9, 23 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN
Sat | Oct 21 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM
Sat | Oct 28 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | DR
Explore your creative side with LEGO® and DUPLO® blocks.
LET’S PLAY!
Sat | Oct 14, 28 | 10:00am – 11:00am | MN
Join us for a morning of play. Your child will learn a variety of skills exploring different interest areas. A materials kit with the theme will be available for check out. Ages 3-5.
LETTERS TO BELOVED CHARACTERS:
HANK THE COWDOG
All day | Oct 2-20 | RM
If you have a burning question for Hank the Cowdog, now is your chance to ask! This activity will be available at the Red Mountain children’s desk October 2-20. Children can pick up “their mail” at the desk beginning October 31. Ages 4-7.
LITTLE MAKERS PLAYTIME ⚙
Sat | Oct 28 | 10:30am – 11:30am | RM
Join us for STEAM coloring crafts, electronic toys, coding board games, and electronics learning kits for older kids. Ages 3-10.
WALK-IN WEDNESDAYS
Wednesdays | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN
Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment. Something fun will be happening on Wednesday afternoons in the Youth Activity Room.
AROUND THE WORLD STORYTIME
Fri | Oct 13, 27 | 10:00am – 10:30am | MN Learn about the people and animals of various countries with songs, stories, maps, and crafts. This month we will learn about Pangea. Ages 3-7.
BABY LAPSIT
Wednesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | MN
Wednesdays | 9:30am – 10:00am | DR Fridays | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM Introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies ages birth-16 months.
DESIGN TIME STORYTIME ⚙
Sat | Oct 7 | 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.
LITERACY THRU DRAMA WITH MESA ARTS CENTER
Fri | Oct 6 | 10:00am – 11:00am | DR
Fri | Oct 20 | 10:00am – 11:00am | MN
Fri | Oct 27 | 11:00am – 12:00pm | RM
Bring picture books to life by going 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 | Oct 20 | 10:00am – 11:00am | DR
A STEAM-based storytime with hands-on explorations to help kids get ready for kindergarten. Ages 3-5.
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME
Tues | Oct 3, 10, 17, 24 | 10:00am – 10:30am | DR
Tues | Oct 3, 10, 17, 24 | 10:00am – 10:30am | MN
Tues | Oct 3, 10, 17, 24 | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN
Wed | Oct 4, 11, 18 | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM ��
Wed | Oct 4, 11, 18 | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM ��
Join us for songs, stories, and silliness in this kindergarten readiness storytime. Ages 3-5.
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME PRESENTS:
MESA FIRE AND MEDICAL
Wed | Oct 18 | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM ��
Wed | Oct 18 | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM ��
Join us for songs and stories with our friends from the Mesa Fire and Medical department. 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.
Read for the Record
We’re celebrating Read for the Record Day by reading With Lots of Love by Jenny Torres Sanchez.
READ FOR THE RECORD TAKE & MAKE KIT All Day | Oct 26 | DR Stop by the desk to read the book, then swap it for a craft to create in the library or at home.
HAPPILY EVER CRAFTER PRESENTS: READ FOR THE RECORD
Thurs | Oct 26 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN
Hear the story, then make an inspired craft that includes recycled materials. Ages 4-9.
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME PRESENTS: READ FOR THE RECORD
Thurs | Oct 26 | 10:30am –11:30am | RM After storytime, stay to create a sun-catcher that will brighten up any room. Ages 3-5.
TODDLERTIME PRESENTS: READ FOR THE RECORD
Thurs | Oct 26 | 10:00am – 10:30am | DR
Thurs | Oct 26 | 10:00am – 10:30am | MN
Thurs | Oct 26 | 10:30am – 11:00am | MN
We’ll share the story, plus music and movement for children ages 16-36 months.
TWEENS TEENS
ages 8-12
ages 12-18
Halloween for Kids
BAT DAY AT THE LIBRARY
Tues | Oct 17 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | RM
Arizona Bat Rescue will talk about all things bats and explain how they are important to Arizona and the environment.
HALLOWEEN CRAFT TIME
Wed | Oct 18 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM
Come get into the spooky season by doing some not-so-scary crafts!
SPOOKTACULAR
Sat | Oct 28 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | MN
Welcome all ghosts and goblins to our Spooktacular. We will have games and candy for the whole family to enjoy.
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME PRESENTS:
ARIZONA GHOSTBUSTERS
Wed | Oct 11 | 9:30am – 10:00am | RM ��
Wed | Oct 11 | 10:30am – 11:00am | RM ��
Join us for some spooktacular stories.
The Arizona Ghostbusters are a non-profit costuming organization dedicated to using their Ghostbusters movie-inspired equipment to bring awareness to charities in the local community.
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME PRESENTS:
HALLOWEEN BOO!
Tues | Oct 31 | 10:00am – 11:00am | DR
Tues | Oct 31 | 10:00am – 11:00am | MN
Wed | Oct 25 | 10:00am – 11:00am | RM
Be sure to wear a costume and bring your treat bag to this special preschool Halloween event! We’ll be joined by Kids Need to Read and other special guests! Ages 3-5.
APP ARTIST ⚙
Tues | Oct 3, 17, 31 | 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.
CRAFT-ISH ⚙
Tues | Oct 10, 24 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN
We’ll cut, glue, and draw away the afternoon! Supplies are limited.
Oct 10 – Upcycled T-Shirt Treat Bag
Oct 24 – Pumpkin String Art Card
DUNGEONS & DRAGONS®
Wed | Oct 4 | 3:30pm – 5:00pm | MN
Learn to play Dungeons & Dragons® with an experienced player. New players are welcome. Already know how to play? Come in and use the space to lead your own campaign.
LIBRARY PEN PALS
Thurs | Oct 26 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | RM
Join our tween creative writing club. Each month, we will be participating in different creative writing prompts, exercises, and games. You can also bring your own writing to share.
MAGIC TREE HOUSE TAKE & MAKE KIT
All Day | Oct 2-31 | RM
Come pick up a Magic Tree House Take & Make kit, available at the Red Mountain Library, while supplies last. Each kit contains a craft and activities. This month we are reading Haunted Castle on Hallows Eve by Mary Pope Osborne. Books are not included in the packet.
PERCY JACKSON UNIVERSE BOOK CLUB
Wed | Oct 25 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM
Each month we will read a book from the world of Percy Jackson and enjoy trivia, games, and crafts. This month’s book is The Trials of Apollo: The Dark Prophecy.
CRAF-TEEN
Thurs | Oct 5 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | MN
This isn’t your ordinary craft program, it’s a cool craft program!
CREEPY LASER CUT BOOKMARKS ⚙☑
Wed | Oct 11 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN
Learn to use the laser cutter in THINKspot to make a bookmark.
DIY HALF & HALF T-SHIRTS ⚙☑
Mon | Oct 16 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN
Bring two t-shirts of similar size (we recommend shirts slightly larger than your usual size) and make a unique shirt. All sewing levels welcome; extra t-shirts will be available.
LET’S EAT: TACOS ⚙ ☑
Wed | Oct 4 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm | MN
Explore the art of cooking with step-by-step guidance from our foodie librarians.
MATH TUTORING FOR TEENS
Tues | Oct 3, 17, 24, 31 | 3:00pm – 5:00pm | RM Former math teacher Mr. Rogowski will help with homework, tests, and notes.
READ IT AND WATCH IT MANGA CLUB
Thurs | Oct 19 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | RM
Each month, we will read a different manga, then watch the anime together. October’s manga of the month is Death Note Volume 1
STEM-MING ARIZONA
Wed | Oct 4, 18 | 3:30pm – 5:00pm | RM Red Mountain’s Teen Advisory Board will lead sustainable activities and projects using the 3 R’s—reduce, reuse, recycle.
SUPER SMASH BROS. TOURNAMENT
Thurs | Oct 12 | 4:00pm – 6:00pm | MN Bring your friends and find out who is the ultimate Super Smash champion!
TEEN MENTAL HEALTH WORKSHOPS
Mon | Oct 2, 9 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN
Discover how mental health shapes your life, recognize signs and symptoms of mental illness, and learn coping techniques.
Oct 2 – Beginning Meditation
Oct 9 – Yoga and breathing exercises
TEEN TIME ⚙
Sat | Oct 14 | 3:00pm – 4:30pm | DR
Thurs | Oct 19 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | DR ☑
Thurs | Oct 26 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | DR Hang out, create, and have fun!
Oct 14 – Spooky Paint Party
Oct 19 – Custom Art on the Glowforge
Oct 26 – Gaming at the Library
TEEN CRAFT HOUR ⚙
Tues | Oct 17 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm | RM
Craft with us the 3rd Tuesday of each month.
October’s craft, papel picado, celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month and Dia de los Muertos.
ADULT COLORING CLUB
Thurs | Oct 5 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM
Relax and color your stress away.
ARIZONA HUMANITIES PRESENTS: DECONSTRUCTING THE TACO
Thurs | Oct 19 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN
The foods of Arizona speak to the many cultures that make up our state. Join Gregory McNamee, author of Moveable Feasts: The History, Science, and Lore of Food, for a history of the taco. This program is made possible by Arizona Humanities.
ASK A MASTER GARDENER
Sat | Oct 14 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | RM
University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners are certified volunteers who will answer questions about gardening and landscaping.
BICYCLE MAINTENANCE ☑
Wed | Oct 25 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN
This introductory class will cover basic bicycle anatomy and maintenance. Participants will receive a free tire patch kit! Presented by City of Mesa Bicycle & Pedestrian program.
BUYING YOUR FIRST HOUSE
Sat | Oct 21 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DR
Buying a house can be intimidating. This seminar will help you prepare for the process.
CONTEMPORARY NATIVE AMERICAN FLUTE:
A SIMPLE AND VERSATILE INSTRUMENT
Sat | Oct 7 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | RM
Larry and Vickie of Song-Within will explore the history and evolution of the Native American style flute and perform a number of selections showcasing its versatility.
COOL SEASON GARDENING IN ARIZONA
Thurs | Oct 26 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN
Make the most of our ideal gardening season. Presented by Master Gardener Angela Judd.
CRAFT NIGHT
Thurs | Oct 5 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN ⚙☑
Wed | Oct 18 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR
Try your hand at a low-stress craft night.
Oct 5 (MN) - Canvas Painting
Oct 18 (DR) - Card Making
CREEPY LASER CUT BOOKMARKS ⚙☑
Wed | Oct 11 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN
Learn to use the laser cutter in THINKspot to make a bookmark.
DUNGEONS & DRAGONS®
Sat | Oct 28 | 3:30pm – 5:00pm | MN
Learn to play Dungeons & Dragons® with an experienced player. New and experienced players are welcome.
ESL CONVERSATION CLASS
Saturdays | 1:00pm – 2:30pm | MN
Saturdays | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | RM
Practice English listening and speaking skills. Please bring a notebook and pencil.
GRAPHIC DESIGN STUDIO ⚙☑
Wed | Oct 4 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN
Learn vector graphics, raster graphics, pixel graphics, and animation. No iPad or graphic design experience is necessary.
HOW CLOSELY ARE WE RELATED?
Tues | Oct 10 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM
Geneaologist Ken Waters will explain how DNA/centimorgans can be used to determine how closely related two people are.
KNOCKING ON HEAVEN’S DOOR
Sat | Oct 28 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | RM Author, ghostwriter, and paranormal expert Dan Baldwin will speak on the topic “Knocking on Heaven’s Door: Psychic Detecting, Speaking with Spirits, and the U-F-What?” His books will be available for sale and signing after the presentation.
THE LATE CRETACEOUS IN ARIZONA
Tues | Oct 3 | 6:30pm – 7:30pm | MN
In honor of National Dinosaur Month, join Dr. Robert McCord of the Arizona Museum of Natural History for a presentation on Arizona during the Late Cretaceous period.
LET’S EAT: TACOS ⚙☑
Thurs | Oct 12 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN
Explore the art of cooking with step-bystep guidance from our foodie librarians.
MEDITATION
Thurs | Oct 12 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Thurs | Oct 26 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR Sat | Oct 28 | 3:00pm – 4:30pm | RM
Learn meditation techniques to promote wellness.
Oct 12 (DR) - Twin Hearts Meditation
Oct 26 (DR) - Pranic Healing Intro
Oct 28 (RM) - Meditation for Beginners
MEDICARE 101
Tues | Oct 17 | 6:30pm – 7:30pm | DR Wed | Oct 18 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN
Learn the basics of how Medicare works and what your options are.
NAMI PRESENTS: ENDING THE SILENCE FOR PARENTS
Tue | Oct 10 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | MN
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) will discuss warning signs, facts and statistics, and how to talk with your middle or high school aged child about mental health issues.
OPEN MIC NIGHT ☑
Tues | Oct 24 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | MN
Join us for Open Mic Night at the library. Local author Austin Davis will join in by reading some of his poems. Performers are allowed two songs or poems (10 min total).
ADULTS
PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP: HOW TO BETTER CAPTURE THE PERFECTLY IMPERFECT LIFE
Wed | Oct 11 | 5:30pm – 7:30pm | DR
Local photographer Amy Dangerfield will share tips for taking better pictures of your kids, basic composition rules, and inspiration. No professional camera needed.
PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP: CAMERA BASICS: HOW TO GET OUT OF AUTO MODE
Sat | Oct 14 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | DR
Local photographer Amy Dangerfield will go over basic settings of cameras with a manual mode and will offer some tips on beautifully documenting your day-to-day life.
PLANT YOUR FAMILY TREE
Wed | Oct 18 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM
Celebrate National Genealogy Month by planting a tree in honor of your family tree. Free tree seedlings, provided by the City of Mesa’s Environmental & Sustainability Department, will be available (one per household, first come, first served).
SEWING REUSABLE GIFT BAGS ⚙ ☑
Wed | Oct 25 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | DR
Make a simple gift bag using our sewing machines in THINKspot.
VOTING ACCESS: WHAT IF VOTING WERE MANDATORY?
Thurs | Oct 19 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM
Join us for an interactive thought exercise: Imagine a scenario where all Arizonans are required to vote and you are responsible for voter turnout. Let’s talk about what it means to have access to voting and voting information. Presented by Mathew Nevarez of the Hispanic Leadership Institute.
BOOK GROUPS
CHEER READERS
Tues | Oct 31 | 5:00pm – 6:00pm | OFFSITE
The Marrow Thieves - Cherie Dimaline
FICTION FOLKS
Thurs | Oct 12 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DR
The Measure - Nikki Erlick
NOVEL APPROACH
Mon | Oct 9 | 6:00pm – 7:30pm | RM
The Lost Apothecary - Sarah Penner
WHO PICKED THIS BOOK?
Tues | Oct 3 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | RM
American Dirt - Jeanine Cummins
Eclipse
On Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, an annular solar eclipse will cross North, Central, and South America. The “Ring of Fire” will be visible in parts of the United States, Mexico, and many countries in South and Central America. In Mesa, the annular solar eclipse begins at 8:08am and ends at 11:09am.
ADULT SOLAR SYSTEM SCIENCE
Tues | Oct 10 | 6:30pm – 7:30pm | DR
Learn about the upcoming solar eclipse and general eclipse science and history. We’ll have ideas for engaging young people with the eclipse event and information on safe viewing.
ECLIPSE TALK WITH AD ASTRA STARGAZING
Sat | Oct 7 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | RM
Ad Astra Stargazing will present this lecture on eclipses, what makes them possible, and safety measures to take when viewing the upcoming eclipse. Eclipse glasses will be distributed after the program (while supplies last).
FAMILY SOLAR SYSTEM SCIENCE
Sat | Oct 7 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | DR
Learn about the upcoming solar eclipse with demonstrations, crafts, and instructions for safe viewing at this family-friendly event.
NOW SHOWING:
E.T. THE EXTRA TERRESTRIAL
Mon | Oct 9 | 3:00pm – 5:00pm | RM
Celebrate the upcoming eclipse (October 14th) with us by watching a beloved, classic alien adventure, E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial. Eclipse glasses will be distributed after the program (while supplies last).
WALK-IN WEDNESDAYS PRESENTS:
ECLIPSE
Wed | Oct 4 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN
Walk in and learn about the upcoming solar eclipse with demonstrations, crafts, and instructions for safe viewing.
Fandom
MESA LIBRARY FANDOM
Sat | Oct 14 | 1:00pm – 4:30pm | MN
Dress in your favorite cosplay and join us for a day of family-friendly fandom! We will have an artist alley, gaming, crafts, and more.
1:30pm | 3D Printing Panel
2:00pm | Fandom Movie Trivia
2:00pm | Super Smash Bros. Tournament (teens)
2:00pm | Digital Art Panel
3:00pm | Dungeon Master Panel
4:00pm | Costume Contest
Donate Day
BOOK DONATION DRIVE
Sat | Oct 21 | 9:00am – 12:00pm | RM
Donate books, magazines, movies, and music without even 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. Visit mesalibrary.org/donate to learn more.
Qello Concerts
NEW STREAMING SERVICE!
Stream the world’s largest collection of on-demand full-length music performances, concert films, and music documentaries from your device. Qello Concerts is available as an “Extra” through Libby (Greater Phoenix Digital Library). Enjoy music from the 1920s to today’s hottest artists, including Prince, Queen, Pink Floyd, Metallica, Nirvana, Tupac, Slipknot, Paul McCartney, Fleetwood Mac, John Legend, The Rolling Stones, Bruce Springsteen, Bob Dylan, Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Pavarotti, Celine Dion, Eagles, David Bowie, and so many more.
Use your library card to login to Libby to view Qello. When your 7-Day pass expires, return to Libby and renew your access for another week of unlimited access.
COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY
† Prerequisite: Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.
3D PRINTER TRAINING ⚙ ☑ †
Mon | Oct 16 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | DR
Learn the basics of using our Ultimakers. Once you complete the training and sign a waiver, you can start reserving our 3D printers during THINKspot business hours. Prerequisite: must be able to operate a laptop and access the internet.
Coming Soon: Mesa Express Library at Monterey Park
COMPUTER BASICS †
Wednesdays | 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 to use in class.
Oct 4 & 11 – Microsoft Excel basics
Oct 18 – Internet basics
Oct 25 – Email basics
COMPUTER SKILLS TRAINING
Fri | Oct 6, 20 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | MN
Wed | Oct 11 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | DR
Tues | Oct 24 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | DR Use interactive training from Northstar’s Digital Literacy program to build your email, Microsoft Word, social media, and internet skills.
HOTSPOT DIGITAL HELP DESK
Thursdays | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | RM
Sat | Oct 28 | 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-on-one assistance on a first-come, first-served basis.
The expansion of Monterey Park is underway and will include baseball and softball fields, pickleball courts, ramadas, and...an express library! The Mesa Express Library at Monterey Park will feature new technology to allow for various self-service options. It is scheduled to open in fall 2023. Stay tuned to our website and social media channels for the latest updates.
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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