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This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group

Take-Home Program for Kids and Tweens

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 8:00am - 12:00pm
Mesa Express Library
Program Type:
Mesa Reads, STEAM
Age Group:
School Age

Enjoy the entertainment of a Summer Reading Program in the comfort of your own home. Come by the Mesa Express Library to pick up a Take Home Program, complete the tasks, and earn summer reading points. Supplies are limited.  

Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Mesa Reads, STEAM
Event Details:

Enjoy the entertainment of a Summer Reading Program in the comfort of your own home. Come by the Mesa Express Library to pick up a Take Home Program, complete the tasks, and earn summer reading points. Supplies are limited.  

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Lunch at the Library

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
School Age, Family

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Ages birth-18.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Health
Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Ages birth-18.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Anything But a Paintbrush

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Painting with a twist! You can't use a paintbrush. Instead, use materials like your fingers, toothbrushes, cotton swabs, and more! While supplies last. Ages 6-12.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Painting with a twist! You can't use a paintbrush. Instead, use materials like your fingers, toothbrushes, cotton swabs, and more! While supplies last. Ages 6-12.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Lunch at the Library

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
School Age, Family

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Ages birth-18.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Health
Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Ages birth-18.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group

Back to School Helmet Popup

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Instructional, Sustainability
Age Group:
Children, School Age

Class is back in session in August and City of Mesa's Bicycle and Pedestrian Program wants to help you ride back safely.  Join us at one of the Helmet Distribution Events to pick up a new helmet.  Staff will be distributing free helmets

Sustainability:

This program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in...

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Instructional, Sustainability
Registration Required
Event Details:

Class is back in session in August and City of Mesa's Bicycle and Pedestrian Program wants to help you ride back safely.  Join us at one of the Helmet Distribution Events to pick up a new helmet.  Staff will be distributing free helmets

This program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in our community, and address the negative outcomes of a changing climate.

Learn about the Library’s sustainability efforts
Get tips on living green

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Altered Books

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Craft, Sustainability
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Come turn damaged books into art! Ages 8-12. While supplies last.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: Craft, Sustainability
Event Details:

Come turn damaged books into art! Ages 8-12. While supplies last.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Lunch at the Library

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
School Age, Family

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Ages birth-18.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Health
Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Ages birth-18.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Lunch at the Library

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
School Age, Family

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Ages birth-18.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Health
Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Ages birth-18.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Lunch at the Library

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
School Age, Family

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Ages birth-18.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Health
Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Ages birth-18.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group

Beat the Heat: Kids Take and Make

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mesa Express Library
Program Type:
Craft, Mesa Reads
Age Group:
School Age

Kids come and beat the heat by picking up a Take and Make at the Mesa Express Library. 

Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Craft, Mesa Reads
Event Details:

Kids come and beat the heat by picking up a Take and Make at the Mesa Express Library. 

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Quirky Art

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft, Sustainability
Age Group:
Children, School Age, Tween

Paint and create your own unique, quirky masterpiece. No experience required. Limited supplies. Ages 8-12. 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, School Age, Tween
Program Type: Craft, Sustainability
Event Details:

Paint and create your own unique, quirky masterpiece. No experience required. Limited supplies. Ages 8-12. 

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Building Blocks Club

Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Games
Age Group:
School Age, Family

Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO® bricks. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO® bricks and DUPLO® blocks will be provided.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Entertainment, Games
Event Details:

Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO® bricks. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO® bricks and DUPLO® blocks will be provided.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Building Blocks Club

Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Games, STEAM
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 jumbo blocks will be provided. Ages 5-9.

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Games, STEAM
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 jumbo blocks will be provided. Ages 5-9.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Playing with Pastels

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
School Age

Experiment and make art using oil pastels. Ages 8-12.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Experiment and make art using oil pastels. Ages 8-12.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

30th Anniversary Celebration- Art Cart for Kids

Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Study Room 1 (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
School Age, Family

Let's make something beautiful at the library together! Every month we will restock our art collection with new & interesting art supplies. Explore new media to see what you like creating. Ages 5-12.

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 1 (RM)
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Let's make something beautiful at the library together! Every month we will restock our art collection with new & interesting art supplies. Explore new media to see what you like creating. Ages 5-12.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Building Blocks Club

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main 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 jumbo blocks will be provided. Ages 5-9.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
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 jumbo blocks will be provided. Ages 5-9.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Trading Card Game Club

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Games
Age Group:
School Age, Family

Are you a fan of the Pokémon Trading Card Game? Then the Red Mountain Pokémon TCG Club is the place for you! Bring your most powerful Pokémon deck to the library and play against other kids in your community.

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Entertainment, Games
Event Details:

Are you a fan of the Pokémon Trading Card Game? Then the Red Mountain Pokémon TCG Club is the place for you! Bring your most powerful Pokémon deck to the library and play against other kids in your community.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Library Movie Fun: The Goonies

Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Movie
Age Group:
School Age, Family

Bring a blanket or beach towel to sit on and enjoy The Goonies (1985) at the library. Rated PG.

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Entertainment, Movie
Event Details:

Bring a blanket or beach towel to sit on and enjoy The Goonies (1985) at the library. Rated PG.

This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group

Outdoor STEAM

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Mesa Express Library
Program Type:
Mesa Reads, STEAM
Age Group:
School Age

Come for a fun and engaging outdoor STEAM program designed to spark curiosity and creativity in young minds! Each session features hands-on, nature-inspired activities that blend science and art in exciting ways.

Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Mesa Reads, STEAM
Event Details:

Come for a fun and engaging outdoor STEAM program designed to spark curiosity and creativity in young minds! Each session features hands-on, nature-inspired activities that blend science and art in exciting ways.

Disclaimer(s)

MEL Programs

All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors. 

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Storytelling Dice

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft, Sustainability
Age Group:
School Age

Create your own storytelling dice.

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Craft, Sustainability
Event Details:

Create your own storytelling dice.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Trading Card Game Club

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children, School Age, Tween, Teen

Are you a fan of the Pokémon Trading Card Game? Then the Red Mountain Pokémon TCG Club is the place for you! Bring your most powerful Pokémon deck to the library and play against other kids in your community.

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, School Age, Tween, Teen
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Are you a fan of the Pokémon Trading Card Game? Then the Red Mountain Pokémon TCG Club is the place for you! Bring your most powerful Pokémon deck to the library and play against other kids in your community.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Watercolor Geodes

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Craft, STEAM
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Create a geode using watercolors, markers, and construction paper. Ages 8-12.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: Craft, STEAM
Event Details:

Create a geode using watercolors, markers, and construction paper. Ages 8-12.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Building Blocks Club

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Games, STEAM
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 jumbo blocks will be provided. Ages 5-9.

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Games, STEAM
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 jumbo blocks will be provided. Ages 5-9.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Upcycled Crafts

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft, Sustainability
Age Group:
Children, School Age

Learn how to make crafts from recycled materials and discover why it's important to reuse items we normally throw away.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Craft, Sustainability
Event Details:

Learn how to make crafts from recycled materials and discover why it's important to reuse items we normally throw away.