This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Coloring Club Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain Program Type: Craft Age Group: Adult, Family Relax and color your stress away. Coloring pages and colored pencils, markers, and crayons will be provided, or you may bring your own. Card-making materials will also be provided. View Details This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Coloring Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain Room: THINKspot @ RM Age Group: Adult, Family Program Type: Craft Event Details: Relax and color your stress away. Coloring pages and colored pencils, markers, and crayons will be provided, or you may bring your own. Card-making materials will also be provided.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Stay and Play Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family Play with your child and explore, create, and investigate with a variety of themed imagination stations. This program enables children to expand socialization and imagination skills! Best for birth- 5 years. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family Program Type: Educational Event Details: Play with your child and explore, create, and investigate with a variety of themed imagination stations. This program enables children to expand socialization and imagination skills! Best for birth- 5 years. 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 Donut Miss a Donut Storytime with Officer Lopez Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Dobson Ranch Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family Join Officer Lopez and Ms. Amy for a special storytime filled with songs, rhymes, donut-themed stories, and (of course) donuts!Ages 3–6. View Details This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Donut Miss a Donut Storytime with Officer Lopez 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Join Officer Lopez and Ms. Amy for a special storytime filled with songs, rhymes, donut-themed stories, and (of course) donuts!Ages 3–6. 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 "THINKspot at Gateway" group FarmBot Winter Seeding Open House Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm THINKspot @ GW at THINKspot at Gateway Program Type: Craft, Instructional Age Group: Family See FarmBot in action as we demonstrate how it plants seeds with precision technology. Afterwards, enjoy a tasting from the harvest of our previous crop View Details This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group Jan 10 2026 Sat FarmBot Winter Seeding Open House 1:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway Room: THINKspot @ GW Age Group: Family Program Type: Craft, Instructional Event Details: See FarmBot in action as we demonstrate how it plants seeds with precision technology. Afterwards, enjoy a tasting from the harvest of our previous crop
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.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Building Blocks Club Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm 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 Jan 10 2026 Sat Building Blocks Club 3:00pm–4:00pm 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 "Red Mountain Library" group Wintertime Story and Craft Monday, January 12, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Craft, Storytime Age Group: Family Bring the family and listen to Jan Brett's The Mitten and make a winter craft. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Wintertime Story and Craft 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Family Program Type: Craft, Storytime Event Details: Bring the family and listen to Jan Brett's The Mitten and make a winter craft. 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 Pajama Storytime Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Early Childhood, Family Join us for a special nighttime storytime, complete with songs, rhymes, games, and a bedtime story. Ages 3-6. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Pajama Storytime 7:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Early Childhood, Family Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Join us for a special nighttime storytime, complete with songs, rhymes, games, and a bedtime story. Ages 3-6. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 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 Stay and Play Friday, January 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family Play with your child and explore, create, and investigate with a variety of themed imagination stations. This program enables children to expand socialization and imagination skills! Best for birth- 5 years. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jan 16 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family Program Type: Educational Event Details: Play with your child and explore, create, and investigate with a variety of themed imagination stations. This program enables children to expand socialization and imagination skills! Best for birth- 5 years. 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 Board Game Time Friday, January 16, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library Program Type: Games Age Group: Family Grab your favorite board game buddies and stop by the library for a round of classic board games! View Details This event is in the "Main Library" group Jan 16 2026 Fri Board Game Time 3:30pm–4:15pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Family Program Type: Games Event Details: Grab your favorite board game buddies and stop by the library for a round of classic board games!
This event is in the "Main Library" group Family Matinee Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library Program Type: Movie Age Group: Family Each month, we will show a different family-friendly movie. Rated G View Details This event is in the "Main Library" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Family Matinee 1:00pm–2:30pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Family Program Type: Movie Event Details: Each month, we will show a different family-friendly movie. Rated G
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Saturday at the Ranch: Building Blocks Saturday, January 17, 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 Jan 17 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 Build A Birdfeeder Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Children's Patio (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Age Group: Children, Family Practice sustainability and repurpose recycled materials into a birdfeeder to give the birds a snack to eat during the chillier months. Supplies are provided but limited. Ages 5+. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jan 21 2026 Wed Build A Birdfeeder 3:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Children's Patio (GW) Age Group: Children, Family Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Practice sustainability and repurpose recycled materials into a birdfeeder to give the birds a snack to eat during the chillier months. Supplies are provided but limited. Ages 5+. 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 "Red Mountain Library" group Fuse Bead Video Game Sprites Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Craft Age Group: Children, School Age, Family Use fuse beads to recreate sprites from your favorite video games. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Jan 22 2026 Thu Fuse Bead Video Game Sprites 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Children, School Age, Family Program Type: Craft Event Details: Use fuse beads to recreate sprites from your favorite video games.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Stay and Play Friday, January 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family Play with your child and explore, create, and investigate with a variety of themed imagination stations. This program enables children to expand socialization and imagination skills! Best for birth- 5 years. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jan 23 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family Program Type: Educational Event Details: Play with your child and explore, create, and investigate with a variety of themed imagination stations. This program enables children to expand socialization and imagination skills! Best for birth- 5 years. 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 "THINKspot at Gateway" group THINKspot Comic Club Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm THINKspot @ GW at THINKspot at Gateway Program Type: Craft, Instructional Age Group: Family Unleash your imagination and bring your stories to life! Each month, families will dive into the world of comics—learning how to create characters, design panels, and add a splash of graphic design magic to their very own comic books. View Details This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group Jan 24 2026 Sat THINKspot Comic Club 10:30am–12:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway Room: THINKspot @ GW Age Group: Family Program Type: Craft, Instructional Event Details: Unleash your imagination and bring your stories to life! Each month, families will dive into the world of comics—learning how to create characters, design panels, and add a splash of graphic design magic to their very own comic books.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Saturday at the Ranch - Recycled Creations Saturday, January 24, 2026 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 Jan 24 2026 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 Mini Makers Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library Program Type: Educational, STEAM Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family Join us for Mini Makers, a bimonthly hands-on program for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers. View Details This event is in the "Main Library" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Mini Makers 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family Program Type: Educational, STEAM Event Details: Join us for Mini Makers, a bimonthly hands-on program for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.
This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group Read Around the Storywalk™ Monday, January 26, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Mesa Express Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Family Come for a special edition of Read Around the StoryWalk™ as we experience To Walk the Sky: How the Iroquois Steelworkers Helped Build the Empire State Building. View Details This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Read Around the Storywalk™ 3:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Mesa Express Library Age Group: Family Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Come for a special edition of Read Around the StoryWalk™ as we experience To Walk the Sky: How the Iroquois Steelworkers Helped Build the Empire State Building. Disclaimer(s) MEL Programs All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Puzzle Competition Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 5:45pm - 7:30pm Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Games Age Group: Teen, Adult, Family Four Cities. Four Library Systems. One Champion! View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Puzzle Competition 5:45pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Teen, Adult, Family Program Type: Games Registration Required Event Details: Four Cities. Four Library Systems. One Champion!
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Stay and Play Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family Play with your child and explore, create, and investigate with a variety of themed imagination stations. This program enables children to expand socialization and imagination skills! Best for birth- 5 years. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jan 30 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family Program Type: Educational Event Details: Play with your child and explore, create, and investigate with a variety of themed imagination stations. This program enables children to expand socialization and imagination skills! Best for birth- 5 years. 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 Hula Dancing with Learn with Aloha LLC Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: America 250, Entertainment, Special Program Age Group: Adult, Family Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Polynesian culture through this engaging program that teaches the art of hula dancing. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jan 31 2026 Sat Hula Dancing with Learn with Aloha LLC 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Adult, Family Program Type: America 250, Entertainment, Special Program Event Details: Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Polynesian culture through this engaging program that teaches the art of hula dancing. Disclaimer(s) Ticketed Event Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Second Inter-City Puzzle Competition Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 2:15pm - 4:00pm THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Program Type: Games Age Group: Teen, Adult, Family Come join the second Inter-City Puzzle Tournament! View Details Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Jan 31 2026 Sat Second Inter-City Puzzle Competition 2:15pm–4:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Room: THINKspot @ DR Age Group: Teen, Adult, Family Program Type: Games Registration Required Event Details: Come join the second Inter-City Puzzle Tournament!
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Building Blocks Club Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm 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. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Jan 31 2026 Sat Building Blocks Club 3:30pm–4:30pm 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.