Both libraries have a computer set up for children twelve years of age and under. Training provided. 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.

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MESQUITE PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM
Activities

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
February 16 - April 20
Ages 3 - 5

Evening Storytime at 7:00 p.m.
Main Library only
February 16 - April 20
For all ages at 7:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAYS
Infant Lapsit Storytime at 9:30 a.m.
Main Library only
February 17 - April 21
Ages 6 months to 18 months

THURSDAYS
Toddler Time at 10:30 a.m.
Main Library & North Branch Library
February 18 - April 22
18 months - 3 years

**ACTIVITIES AT THE MAIN LIBRARY**

CRAFT TIME
For ages 6 & up

Valentine Craft
Friday, February 12 at 4:30 p.m.
St. Patrick's Day Craft
Monday, March 15 at 4:30 p.m.
Easter Craft
Friday, April 2 at 4:30 p.m.
Mother's Day Craft
Friday, May 7 at 4:30 p.m.

DANCE DANCE REVOLUTION
Twice a month on Saturdays at 11:00 a.m.
January 9 & 23
February 6 & 20
March 6 & 20
April 3 & 17
May 1 & 15
Ages 8 & up

**SPECIAL PROGRAMS AT THE MAIN LIBRARY**


BIRDS CALL BACK
Saturday, February 6th at 11:30 a.m.
Learn about the state bird of Texas and her special "Mocking" talent.
Meet all of her bird buddies, spell bird words, sing bird songs, do bird dances and learn bird calls. Based on the book "BIRD TALK" by Rochelle Rabouin.


ANIME CLUB AT THE MAIN LIBRARY!
The Main Library's anime club previews, discusses and recommends anime movies for the Main Library's collection.  The club is open to 12 to 18 year olds and meet on the fourth Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. 

Keep up with the Manga Book Club and the Anime Club at the Mesquite Public Library on the Young Adult Activities page and the Manga Book Club and Anime Club Blog.


**ACTIVITIES AT THE NORTH BRANCH LIBRARY**

NEW!! FUN WITH SCIENCE CLUB
Wednesdays at 4:00 p.m.
March 3 - April 14
Recommended for ages 7 and up.

GET IN THE GAME
Alternating Thursdays at 4:00 p.m.
Beginning January 7
For grades 6 & up

CRAFT TIMES
(For ages 6 & up)

Valentine Craft
Tuesday, February 9 at 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
St. Patrick's Day Craft
Tuesday, March 16 at 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Easter Craft
Tuesday, March 30 at 4:00 -5:00 p.m.
Mother's Day Craft
Tuesday, May 4 at 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

MANGA BOOK CLUB AT THE NORTH BRANCH LIBRARY!
Middle school and high school students meet at the North Branch Library on Saturdays at 4:00 p.m. to discuss the latest manga books. 
Call the library at 972.681.0465 for more information. 

Keep up with the Manga Book Club and the Anime Club at the Mesquite Public Library on the Young Adult Activities page and the Manga Book Club and Anime Club Blog.

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.