This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Pass the Plate Monday, December 8, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Educational, Health Age Group: Children, School Age Learn about different cultures through food by passing the plate! We will explore how common everyday foods are utilized in various types of cooking. Together, we will cook a simple dish so you can experience food for yourself. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Dec 8 2025 Mon Pass the Plate 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: Children, School Age Program Type: Educational, Health Event Details: Learn about different cultures through food by passing the plate! We will explore how common everyday foods are utilized in various types of cooking. Together, we will cook a simple dish so you can experience food for yourself. 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. Ticketed Event Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.
This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group Outdoor STEAM Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm Mesa Express Library Program Type: STEAM Age Group: School Age Come for a fun 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. View Details This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group Dec 9 2025 Tue Outdoor STEAM 3:30pm–4:15pm Library Branch: Mesa Express Library Age Group: School Age Program Type: STEAM Event Details: Come for a fun 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 "Main Library" group Walk-In Wednesdays Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library Program Type: Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM Age Group: Children, School Age, Tween Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment - something fun will be happening every Wednesday in the Youth Activity Room! Supplies are limited. View Details This event is in the "Main Library" group Dec 10 2025 Wed Walk-In Wednesdays 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children, School Age, Tween Program Type: Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM Event Details: Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment - something fun will be happening every Wednesday in the Youth Activity Room! Supplies are limited.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Trading Card Game Club Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Entertainment, Games Age Group: School Age Are you a fan of the Pokémon© Trading Card Game? Then the Red Mountain Trading Card Game Club is the place for you! Bring your most powerful Pokémon© deck to the library and play against other kids in your community. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Dec 10 2025 Wed Trading Card Game Club 3:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: School Age Program Type: Entertainment, Games Event Details: Are you a fan of the Pokémon© Trading Card Game? Then the Red Mountain Trading Card Game 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 "Gateway Library" group Gingerbread House STEAM Challenge Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: STEAM Age Group: Children, School Age, Tween Using graham crackers, frosting, and a variety of candies, builders design and construct sweet gingerbread houses. Participants will be provided with supplies and guidelines to follow to meet the building challenges. Ages 8-12. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Dec 10 2025 Wed Gingerbread House STEAM Challenge 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Children, School Age, Tween Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Using graham crackers, frosting, and a variety of candies, builders design and construct sweet gingerbread houses. Participants will be provided with supplies and guidelines to follow to meet the building challenges. Ages 8-12. 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. 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 Book Wreath Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Age Group: School Age, Tween Come make a wreath out of recycled book pages. Ages 8-12. 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... View Details This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Dec 10 2025 Wed Book Wreath 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: School Age, Tween Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Come make a wreath out of recycled book pages. Ages 8-12. 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 "Gateway Library" group Mini Piñata Ornaments Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Craft Age Group: Children, School Age Cut tissue paper into festive fringe, then add glue and ribbon to create an ornament that celebrates the Latin American tradition of piñatas. Suitable for ages 5-12. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Dec 11 2025 Thu Mini Piñata Ornaments 3:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: Children, School Age Program Type: Craft Registration Required Event Details: Cut tissue paper into festive fringe, then add glue and ribbon to create an ornament that celebrates the Latin American tradition of piñatas. Suitable for ages 5-12. 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 "Dobson Ranch Library" group Bike and Scooter Rodeo Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Dobson Ranch Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: School Age, Family Families can ride or scoot over to the Dobson Library for a fun and educational morning! Get fitted for a free bike helmet and learn safe cycling tips from John Boyd, Injury Prevention Specialist at Phoenix Children’s. View Details This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Dec 13 2025 Sat Bike and Scooter Rodeo 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Age Group: School Age, Family Program Type: Educational Event Details: Families can ride or scoot over to the Dobson Library for a fun and educational morning! Get fitted for a free bike helmet and learn safe cycling tips from John Boyd, Injury Prevention Specialist at Phoenix Children’s.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Bob's Free Bikes Donation Drop-off Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Dobson Ranch Library Program Type: Special Program Age Group: Children, School Age, Family Has your child outgrown their bike? Is that old bike taking up valuable space? Donate it to Bob’s Free Bikes! Bob’s Free Bikes provides bicycles to children (18 and under) in the greater Phoenix metro area who might not otherwise have one. View Details This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Dec 13 2025 Sat Bob's Free Bikes Donation Drop-off 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Age Group: Children, School Age, Family Program Type: Special Program Event Details: Has your child outgrown their bike? Is that old bike taking up valuable space? Donate it to Bob’s Free Bikes! Bob’s Free Bikes provides bicycles to children (18 and under) in the greater Phoenix metro area who might not otherwise have one.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Saturday at the Ranch - Games Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Dobson Ranch Library Program Type: Games Age Group: School Age, Family We’ll break out games and cards and families can choose their favorites to play. Playing games helps develop your imagination, teamwork and problem-solving skills. View Details This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Dec 13 2025 Sat Saturday at the Ranch - Games 1:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Age Group: School Age, Family Program Type: Games Event Details: We’ll break out games and cards and families can choose their favorites to play. Playing games helps develop your imagination, teamwork and problem-solving skills.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Building Blocks Club Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway 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 Duplo® blocks will be provided. Ages 5-12. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Dec 13 2025 Sat Building Blocks Club 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) 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 Duplo® blocks will be provided. Ages 5-12. 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, December 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Kinetic Program Room (GW) at 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. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Dec 15 2025 Mon STEAMers 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) 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 event is in the "Gateway Library" group Art Cart Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Craft Age Group: Children, School Age Join us each month for an hour of crafting. Drop in to create your own art or join in on the theme. This month’s theme: winter forest. Ages 8+ View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Art Cart 3:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Children, School Age Program Type: Craft Event Details: Join us each month for an hour of crafting. Drop in to create your own art or join in on the theme. This month’s theme: winter forest. Ages 8+ 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 "Main Library" group Walk-In Wednesdays Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library Program Type: Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM Age Group: Children, School Age, Tween Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment - something fun will be happening every Wednesday in the Youth Activity Room! Supplies are limited. View Details This event is in the "Main Library" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Walk-In Wednesdays 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children, School Age, Tween Program Type: Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM Event Details: Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment - something fun will be happening every Wednesday in the Youth Activity Room! Supplies are limited.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Trading Card Game Club Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Entertainment, Games Age Group: School Age Are you a fan of the Pokémon© Trading Card Game? Then the Red Mountain Trading Card Game Club is the place for you! Bring your most powerful Pokémon© deck to the library and play against other kids in your community. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Trading Card Game Club 3:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: School Age Program Type: Entertainment, Games Event Details: Are you a fan of the Pokémon© Trading Card Game? Then the Red Mountain Trading Card Game 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 "Gateway Library" group Candy Cane Sleighs Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Craft Age Group: School Age Make your own candy filled sleigh at the library! We will provide the chocolate candy, wrapping paper, and candy canes; We just need you to supply yourself! View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Candy Cane Sleighs 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: School Age Program Type: Craft Event Details: Make your own candy filled sleigh at the library! We will provide the chocolate candy, wrapping paper, and candy canes; We just need you to supply yourself! 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 "Gateway Library" group A Visit with Mrs. Claus Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Entertainment Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, School Age, Family Get into the holiday spirit at the library with a very special guest—Mrs. Claus! She’ll be here to share festive stories and sing cheerful songs. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Dec 18 2025 Thu A Visit with Mrs. Claus 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, School Age, Family Program Type: Entertainment Event Details: Get into the holiday spirit at the library with a very special guest—Mrs. Claus! She’ll be here to share festive stories and sing cheerful songs. 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 "Dobson Ranch Library" group Saturday at the Ranch - Recycled Creations Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Dobson Ranch Library Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Age Group: School Age, Family Families who craft together stay together. We’ll provide supplies, tools, and ideas to get you started, but the final creation is up to you. View Details This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Dec 27 2025 Sat Saturday at the Ranch - Recycled Creations 1:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Age Group: School Age, Family Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Families who craft together stay together. We’ll provide supplies, tools, and ideas to get you started, but the final creation is up to you.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Noon Year's Day Celebration Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:15pm Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library Program Type: Entertainment Age Group: School Age Help us ring in the "Noon Year" with a party just for kids! Who says you need to stay up until midnight to celebrate? We'll have stories, party hats, noise makers, and plenty of other surprises. View Details This event is in the "Main Library" group Dec 31 2025 Wed Noon Year's Day Celebration 11:30am–12:15pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: School Age Program Type: Entertainment Event Details: Help us ring in the "Noon Year" with a party just for kids! Who says you need to stay up until midnight to celebrate? We'll have stories, party hats, noise makers, and plenty of other surprises.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Saturday at the Ranch: Puzzles Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Dobson Ranch Library Program Type: Entertainment Age Group: Children, School Age, Family We’ll break out the puzzles and families can choose their favorites to put together. Puzzles are beneficial for cognitive function, problem solving, and spatial reasoning. View Details This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Jan 3 2026 Sat Saturday at the Ranch: Puzzles 1:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Age Group: Children, School Age, Family Program Type: Entertainment Event Details: We’ll break out the puzzles and families can choose their favorites to put together. Puzzles are beneficial for cognitive function, problem solving, and spatial reasoning.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group Tween Crafters: New Years around the World Monday, January 5, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm THINKspot at Main Program Type: Craft, Educational, Entertainment Age Group: School Age, Tween Ring in the New Year by discovering fun and unique ways people celebrate new beginnings around the world. Then, create your own festive “New Year Wish” flag to share hopes and goals for the year ahead. View Details This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Tween Crafters: New Years around the World 3:30pm–4:15pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Main Age Group: School Age, Tween Program Type: Craft, Educational, Entertainment Event Details: Ring in the New Year by discovering fun and unique ways people celebrate new beginnings around the world. Then, create your own festive “New Year Wish” flag to share hopes and goals for the year ahead.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Crochet Circle Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain Program Type: Craft Age Group: School Age, 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 Jan 6 2026 Tue Crochet Circle 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain Room: THINKspot @ RM Age Group: School Age, 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 Walk-In Wednesdays Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library Program Type: Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM Age Group: Children, School Age, Tween Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment - something fun will be happening every Wednesday in the Youth Activity Room! Supplies are limited. View Details This event is in the "Main Library" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Walk-In Wednesdays 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children, School Age, Tween Program Type: Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM Event Details: Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment - something fun will be happening every Wednesday in the Youth Activity Room! Supplies are limited.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Saturday at the Ranch - Games Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Dobson Ranch Library Program Type: Games Age Group: School Age, Family We’ll break out games and cards and families can choose their favorites to play. Playing games helps develop your imagination, teamwork and problem-solving skills. View Details This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Saturday at the Ranch - Games 1:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Age Group: School Age, Family Program Type: Games Event Details: We’ll break out games and cards and families can choose their favorites to play. Playing games helps develop your imagination, teamwork and problem-solving skills.