This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Saturday at the Ranch: Building Blocks Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Dobson Ranch Library Program Type: Games Age Group: School Age, Family Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO and DUPLO blocks will be provided. View Details This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group May 16 2026 Sat Saturday at the Ranch: Building Blocks 1:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Age Group: School Age, Family Program Type: Games Event Details: Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO and DUPLO blocks will be provided. Disclaimer(s) No Large Groups Please note we cannot accommodate large groups at this event. If you have a large group, please email us at mploutreach@mesaaz.gov and we will be happy to discuss alternate arrangements.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Sensory Storytime Monday, May 18, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Educational, Storytime Age Group: Early Childhood Join us for an adaptive story time designed to help children with sensory integration and neurodiverse challenges join in library programs. This program utilizes music, movement, repetition, and books that increase children's engagement. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 18 2026 Mon Sensory Storytime 9:30am–10:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Educational, Storytime Event Details: Join us for an adaptive story time designed to help children with sensory integration and neurodiverse challenges join in library programs. This program utilizes music, movement, repetition, and books that increase children's engagement. Disclaimer(s) IBCCES Autism Certified This facility is IBCCES Autism Certified. IBCCES trains/certifies organizations to better serve individuals with cognitive disorders. These ideals are incorporated within this program. If you have any concerns or need to request specific accommodations for you or your child, please contact us. Ticketed Event Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start. No Large Groups Please note we cannot accommodate large groups at this event. If you have a large group, please email us at mploutreach@mesaaz.gov and we will be happy to discuss alternate arrangements.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Toddlertime Monday, May 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Early Childhood Toddlertime: Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 18 2026 Mon Toddlertime 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months. Disclaimer(s) Ticketed Event Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start. No Large Groups Please note we cannot accommodate large groups at this event. If you have a large group, please email us at mploutreach@mesaaz.gov and we will be happy to discuss alternate arrangements.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Writer in Residence Consultations Monday, May 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm Board Room (MN) at Main Library Program Type: Writing Age Group: Teen, Adult Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Oscar Mancinas as our Writer in Residence from May 18 to July 18. View Details This event is in the "Main Library" group May 18 2026 Mon Writer in Residence Consultations 10:00am–1:00pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Board Room (MN) Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Writing Event Details: Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Oscar Mancinas as our Writer in Residence from May 18 to July 18.
This event is in the "Main Library" group East Valley New Horizons Senior Orchestra Monday, May 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library Program Type: Special Program Age Group: All Ages Join the New Horizon Orchestra at our Spring Celebration, just in time for Memorial Day. Join us before the heat sends us into the Summer's long days. View Details This event is in the "Main Library" group May 18 2026 Mon East Valley New Horizons Senior Orchestra 10:30am–12:00pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Saguaro Room (MN) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Special Program Event Details: Join the New Horizon Orchestra at our Spring Celebration, just in time for Memorial Day. Join us before the heat sends us into the Summer's long days.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Toddlertime Monday, May 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Early Childhood Toddlertime: Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 18 2026 Mon Toddlertime 11:00am–11:30am Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months. Disclaimer(s) Ticketed Event Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start. No Large Groups Please note we cannot accommodate large groups at this event. If you have a large group, please email us at mploutreach@mesaaz.gov and we will be happy to discuss alternate arrangements.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Junk Journaling Monday, May 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Age Group: Adult Learn what junk journaling is, how you can start it, and how this combination of journaling and crafting can help reduce stress, support emotional well-being, and promote a sense of accomplishment. View Details This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group May 18 2026 Mon Junk Journaling 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Learn what junk journaling is, how you can start it, and how this combination of journaling and crafting can help reduce stress, support emotional well-being, and promote a sense of accomplishment.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Sewing with Your Machine Monday, May 18, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain Program Type: Craft, Instructional Age Group: Teen, Adult Did you inherit or purchase a sewing machine that’s been sitting unused at home? View Details Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group May 18 2026 Mon Sewing with Your Machine 3:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain Room: THINKspot @ RM Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Craft, Instructional Registration Required Event Details: Did you inherit or purchase a sewing machine that’s been sitting unused at home?
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Painting to Music Monday, May 18, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Craft, Entertainment Age Group: School Age, Family Join us to create a masterpiece (or two) while listening to different styles of music. If the music is slow and soft, try and paint that way. If the music is fast and energetic, try and paint that way. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 18 2026 Mon Painting to Music 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: School Age, Family Program Type: Craft, Entertainment Event Details: Join us to create a masterpiece (or two) while listening to different styles of music. If the music is slow and soft, try and paint that way. If the music is fast and energetic, try and paint that way. Disclaimer(s) No Large Groups Please note we cannot accommodate large groups at this event. If you have a large group, please email us at mploutreach@mesaaz.gov and we will be happy to discuss alternate arrangements.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group STEAMers Monday, May 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Gateway Library Program Type: STEAM Age Group: School Age Join us as we explore the exciting world of STEAM! Each month we’ll focus on a new topic—like robotics, forensic science, digital art, or geometry—through hands-on activities and creative experiments. This month: Galaxy Painting View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 18 2026 Mon STEAMers 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Age Group: School Age Program Type: STEAM Event Details: Join us as we explore the exciting world of STEAM! Each month we’ll focus on a new topic—like robotics, forensic science, digital art, or geometry—through hands-on activities and creative experiments. This month: Galaxy Painting
This event is in the "Main Library" group Authoring Home: Arizona's Indigenous and Chicano Literary History Monday, May 18, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library Program Type: America 250, Writing Age Group: Adult This presentation focuses on two early twentieth-century Arizona authors, Refugio Savala (Yoeme-Mexican) and Mario Suárez (Chicano), and details how their respective literary journeys and published works helped give voice to people not otherwise r View Details This event is in the "Main Library" group May 18 2026 Mon Authoring Home: Arizona's Indigenous and Chicano Literary History 5:30pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Saguaro Room (MN) Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250, Writing Event Details: This presentation focuses on two early twentieth-century Arizona authors, Refugio Savala (Yoeme-Mexican) and Mario Suárez (Chicano), and details how their respective literary journeys and published works helped give voice to people not otherwise r
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Toddlertime Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Early Childhood Toddlertime: Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 19 2026 Tue Toddlertime 9:30am–10:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months. Disclaimer(s) Ticketed Event Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start. No Large Groups Please note we cannot accommodate large groups at this event. If you have a large group, please email us at mploutreach@mesaaz.gov and we will be happy to discuss alternate arrangements.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Preschool Storytime Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Early Childhood Preschool Storytime: Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this storytime designed to get children ready for kindergarten. Ages 3-5. View Details This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group May 19 2026 Tue Preschool Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this storytime designed to get children ready for kindergarten. Ages 3-5. Disclaimer(s) No Large Groups Please note we cannot accommodate large groups at this event. If you have a large group, please email us at mploutreach@mesaaz.gov and we will be happy to discuss alternate arrangements.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Toddlertime Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Early Childhood Toddlertime: Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 19 2026 Tue Toddlertime 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months. Disclaimer(s) Ticketed Event Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start. No Large Groups Please note we cannot accommodate large groups at this event. If you have a large group, please email us at mploutreach@mesaaz.gov and we will be happy to discuss alternate arrangements.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Crochet Circle Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain Program Type: Craft Age Group: Teen, Adult Whether you're a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, join us for a fun and relaxed crochet class. Learn the basics, work on creative projects, and enjoy a welcoming space to stitch and socialize. View Details This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group May 19 2026 Tue Crochet Circle 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain Room: THINKspot @ RM Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Craft Event Details: Whether you're a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, join us for a fun and relaxed crochet class. Learn the basics, work on creative projects, and enjoy a welcoming space to stitch and socialize.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Writer in Residence Consultations Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm Board Room (MN) at Main Library Program Type: Writing Age Group: Teen, Adult Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Oscar Mancinas as our Writer in Residence from May 18 to July 18. View Details This event is in the "Main Library" group May 19 2026 Tue Writer in Residence Consultations 10:00am–1:00pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Board Room (MN) Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Writing Event Details: Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Oscar Mancinas as our Writer in Residence from May 18 to July 18.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Toddlertime Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Early Childhood Toddlertime: Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 19 2026 Tue Toddlertime 10:30am–11:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months. Disclaimer(s) Ticketed Event Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start. No Large Groups Please note we cannot accommodate large groups at this event. If you have a large group, please email us at mploutreach@mesaaz.gov and we will be happy to discuss alternate arrangements.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Preschool Storytime Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Early Childhood Preschool Storytime: Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this storytime designed to get children ready for kindergarten. Ages 3-5. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 19 2026 Tue Preschool Storytime 11:00am–11:30am Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this storytime designed to get children ready for kindergarten. Ages 3-5. Disclaimer(s) Ticketed Event Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start. No Large Groups Please note we cannot accommodate large groups at this event. If you have a large group, please email us at mploutreach@mesaaz.gov and we will be happy to discuss alternate arrangements.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Computer Skills Training Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Roadrunner Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Computer Class Age Group: Adult Mesa librarians will help you navigate several online learning platforms for technology so that you can improve your computer skills at your own pace and on your own time. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 19 2026 Tue Computer Skills Training 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Roadrunner Room (RM) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Computer Class Registration Required Event Details: Mesa librarians will help you navigate several online learning platforms for technology so that you can improve your computer skills at your own pace and on your own time.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Crochet-along Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain Program Type: Craft Age Group: Teen, Adult Join us for a guided crochet-along where we’ll work on the same pattern, each creating our own piece, while learning together. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group May 19 2026 Tue Crochet-along 2:00pm–3:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain Room: THINKspot @ RM Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Craft Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a guided crochet-along where we’ll work on the same pattern, each creating our own piece, while learning together.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Math Tutoring for Teens Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm Study Room 1 (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Instructional Age Group: Teen If your math homework gives you a headache, former math teacher Mr. Rogowski can help by showing you how to solve problems and proofs during the library's math lab for teens. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 19 2026 Tue Math Tutoring for Teens 3:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Study Room 1 (RM) Age Group: Teen Program Type: Instructional Event Details: If your math homework gives you a headache, former math teacher Mr. Rogowski can help by showing you how to solve problems and proofs during the library's math lab for teens.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Library Advisory Board Meeting Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm Board Room (MN) at Main Library Program Type: Special Program Age Group: Adult, All Ages Meetings for FY25/26 can be attended in the Board Room at the Main Library, 64 E. 1st St. at 5:30pm unless noted otherwise. More about Library Advisory Board Meetings View Details This event is in the "Main Library" group May 19 2026 Tue Library Advisory Board Meeting 5:30pm–6:30pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Board Room (MN) Age Group: Adult, All Ages Program Type: Special Program Event Details: Meetings for FY25/26 can be attended in the Board Room at the Main Library, 64 E. 1st St. at 5:30pm unless noted otherwise. More about Library Advisory Board Meetings
This event is in the "Main Library" group Library Advisory Board Meeting Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm Main Library Program Type: Special Program Age Group: Adult, All Ages Meetings for FY25/26 can be attended in the Board Room at the Main Library, 64 E. 1st St. at 5:30pm unless noted otherwise. More about Library Advisory Board Meetings View Details This event is in the "Main Library" group May 19 2026 Tue Library Advisory Board Meeting 5:30pm–6:30pm Library Branch: Main Library Age Group: Adult, All Ages Program Type: Special Program Event Details: Meetings for FY25/26 can be attended in the Board Room at the Main Library, 64 E. 1st St. at 5:30pm unless noted otherwise. More about Library Advisory Board Meetings
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Medicare 101 Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library Program Type: Health, Instructional Age Group: Adult Medicare is complex and evolving; it is a health insurance program for folks turning 65 years old and for people with certain disabilities. View Details This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group May 19 2026 Tue Medicare 101 6:00pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Health, Instructional Event Details: Medicare is complex and evolving; it is a health insurance program for folks turning 65 years old and for people with certain disabilities.