Both libraries have a computer set up for children twelve years of age and under. Call the Main Library or the North Branch for more details.

Storytime: Storytime is held year round at both the Mesquite Main Library and the North Branch. The Spring and Fall sessions of storytime span a 10 week period. During the summer, storytime covers an 8 week period. Storytime usually lasts for 30 minutes and consists of stories, filmstrips, fingerplays and group activities. The age for storytime is generally 3-5 years. For more information please call 972-216-6226 or 972-681-0465. Storytime is also provided so that young children may become acquainted with authors & illustrators of Children's Literature.

Click here for a list of Favorite Authors

DIG UP A GOOD BOOK!
MESQUITE PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM
Summer Reading Club starts June 6th!
Saturday, July 30th is the last day to turn in book logs. If you join the Summer Reading Club and turn in at least 2 reading logs you will earn a certificate. We will be having a party at the Main Library, 300 West Grubb Drive, between 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. on Friday, August 5th to celebrate and hand out certificates.

MAIN LIBRARY
300 W. GRUBB DRIVE * 972-216-6220
&
NORTH BRANCH LIBRARY
2600 OATES DRIVE * 972-681-0465

Storytimes At The Library

TUESDAYS
Preschool Storytime at 10:30 a.m.
Main Library & North Branch Library
June 14 - July 26 (Main Library)
June 7 - July 26 (North Branch)
Ages 3 - 5

Evening Storytime at 7:00 p.m.
Main Library only
June 14 - July 26
Ages 3 - 5
(younger with parental supervision)

WEDNESDAYS
Infant Lapsit Storytime at 9:30 a.m.
Main Library only
June 15 - July 27
Ages 6 - 12 months

The Young and the Restless at 10:30 a.m.
Main Library only
June 15 - July 27
Ages 13 months to 24 months

Evening Starlight Storytime at 7:00 p.m.
North Branch Library only
June 8 - July 27
Ages 3 - 5
(younger with parental supervision)

THURSDAYS
Toddler Time at 10:30 a.m.
Main Library & North Branch Library
June 16 - July 28 (Main Library)
June 9 - July 28 (North Branch)
18 months - 3 years

SUMMER ACTIVITIES AT THE MAIN LIBRARY

MOVIETIME
Mondays at 2:30 p.m.
June 13, 20 & 27
July 11, 18 & 25

CRAFT TIME
Fridays at 10:30 a.m.
June 17 & 24
July 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29

LIBRARY LAND
Fridays at 2:30 p.m.
June 17 & 24
July 1, 15, 22 & 29
Thursday, July 7 at 2:30 p.m.

SPECIAL GUEST & ENTERTAINERS!
MAIN LIBRARY

Reading with Ringling Bros. - Wednesday, June 8 at 10:00 a.m.
Creature Teacher - Thursday, June 16 at 2:30 p.m.
Logan the Juggler - Thursday, June 23 at 2:30 p.m.
Ronald McDonald - Monday, June 27 at 2:30 p.m.
Bill Easley and his Raccoon - Friday, July 8 at 2:30 p.m.
Brett Roberts Magic Show - Thursday, July 14 at 2:30 p.m.
Whirled on a String - Thursday, July 21 at 2:30 p.m.
Incredible Bubble Show - Thursday, July 28 at 2:30 p.m.


ACTIVITIES AT THE NORTH BRANCH LIBRARY


SUMMER ACTIVITIES AT THE NORTH BRANCH

GAMES AND GAB
Mondays at 3:30 p.m.
June 13 & 27
July 11, 18 & 25

LIBRARY LAND
Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m.
June 15, 22 & 29
July 6, 13, 20 & 27

CRAFT TIME
Fridays at 3:30 p.m.
June 17 & 24
July 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29

SPECIAL GUEST & ENTERTAINERS!
NORTH BRANCH

Reading with Ringling Bros. - Wednesday, June 8 at 12:00 p.m.
Bonkers the Clown - Tuesday, June 14 at 3:30 p.m.
George the Magician - Tuesday, June 21 at 3:30 p.m.
Sassy the Tooth Fairy - Tuesday, June 28 Storytime at 10:30 a.m.
Sandy Shrout presents "Goldirocks and the Three Dinosaurs" - Tuesday, June 28 at 3:30 p.m.
Debbie Day presents "Diggin It On the Bayou" - Tuesday, July 5 at 3:30 p.m.
Boocoos the Clown - Tuesday, July 12 at 3:30 p.m.
Sassy the Tooth Fairy - Thursday, July 14 Storytime at 10:30 a.m.
Creature Teacher - Tuesday, July 19 at 3:30 p.m.
Gregg the Balloon Guy - Thursday, July 26 at 3:30 p.m.

Infant Lapsit Storytime: This is a program geared for babies ages 6 months to 18 months.  There will be songs, fingerplays, books and time for parents to interact with each other.

Preschool Storytime: Storytime is recommended for children aged 3 - 5, 
and parents are welcome to stay.

Toddler Storytime: Toddler time is recommended for children aged 18 months - 3 years and is designed as a participatory activity for child and parent.