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This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Gather for Magic Cards - for Tweens

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
THINKspot @ MN at THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Entertainment, Games
Age Group:
Tween, Teen

If you are looking for a new card game to dive into, or wanting to make new friends, stop on by THINKspot to play Magic the Gathering™. We will meet every other Tuesday - no registration needed.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @ MN
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Entertainment, Games
Event Details:

If you are looking for a new card game to dive into, or wanting to make new friends, stop on by THINKspot to play Magic the Gathering™. We will meet every other Tuesday - no registration needed.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Walk-In Wednesday Celebrates Jackie Robinson Day!

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Mesa Celebrates 250! Join us for crafts that honor America's favorite past time, as well as Jackie Robinson Day! Supplies are limited.

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

Mesa Celebrates 250! Join us for crafts that honor America's favorite past time, as well as Jackie Robinson Day! Supplies are limited.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Book Page Flowers

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Craft, Sustainability
Age Group:
Tween

Come make a flower out of 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...

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

Come make a flower out of 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

Yoga and Me Series

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational, Health
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Young Flow Yoga offers a playful yoga session for young visitors, using movement, balance, and confidence-building to teach calm strategies and mindfulness. In this 60-minute class, children learn poses they can use every day.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: Educational, Health
Registration Required
Event Details:

Young Flow Yoga offers a playful yoga session for young visitors, using movement, balance, and confidence-building to teach calm strategies and mindfulness. In this 60-minute class, children learn poses they can use every day.

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

Space Adventures at Gateway

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational, STEAM
Age Group:
School Age, Tween, Family

Blast off at the library and explore what’s happening beyond Earth! Kids and adults will learn about space missions, NASA launches, and new discoveries, from rockets and astronauts to planets, satellites, and what’s coming next.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: School Age, Tween, Family
Program Type: Educational, STEAM
Event Details:

Blast off at the library and explore what’s happening beyond Earth! Kids and adults will learn about space missions, NASA launches, and new discoveries, from rockets and astronauts to planets, satellites, and what’s coming next.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Seed Bombs

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Sustainability
Age Group:
Tween, Teen

Celebrate Earth Day by making seed bombs. Ages 8-18.

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...

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

Celebrate Earth Day by making seed bombs. Ages 8-18.

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

Art Cart

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

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: National Unicorn Day! Ages 8+ 

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: School Age, Tween
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: National Unicorn Day! 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 "THINKspot at Main" group

Tween Makers

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
THINKspot @ MN at THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Tween

Learn about art and chemistry as we paint with homemade puffy paint.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @ MN
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Learn about art and chemistry as we paint with homemade puffy paint.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Earth Day Animal Spot-A-Thon

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

This is a live, interactive Acts of Science connected event delivered by scientists and SciStarter educators. 

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

This is a live, interactive Acts of Science connected event delivered by scientists and SciStarter educators. 

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

America 250: I Survived the Past: 1960-1999

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Gateway Library
Program Type:
America 250, Craft, Educational
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Learning history can be interesting, but it could be more fun with hands on activities!

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: America 250, Craft, Educational
Event Details:

Learning history can be interesting, but it could be more fun with hands on activities!

Disclaimer(s)

Ticketed Event

Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Tall Tales: Paul Bunyon

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
America 250, Writing
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Let's compare different versions of the Tall Tale, Paul Bunyan. Afterwards, we will write our own tall tale. Ages 8-12.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: America 250, Writing
Event Details:

Let's compare different versions of the Tall Tale, Paul Bunyan. Afterwards, we will write our own tall tale. Ages 8-12.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Yoga and Me Series

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational, Health
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Young Flow Yoga offers a playful yoga session for young visitors, using movement, balance, and confidence-building to teach calm strategies and mindfulness. In this 60-minute class, children learn poses they can use every day.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: Educational, Health
Registration Required
Event Details:

Young Flow Yoga offers a playful yoga session for young visitors, using movement, balance, and confidence-building to teach calm strategies and mindfulness. In this 60-minute class, children learn poses they can use every day.

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

Compose a Movie Theme Workshop

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
America 250, Educational
Age Group:
Early Childhood, School Age, Tween

This interactive workshop guides you through the process of composing a movie theme song with hands-on instruction provided by Sticks and Tones! Learn how to use different software to layer sounds and create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. 

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: Early Childhood, School Age, Tween
Program Type: America 250, Educational
Event Details:

This interactive workshop guides you through the process of composing a movie theme song with hands-on instruction provided by Sticks and Tones! Learn how to use different software to layer sounds and create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. 

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Game On Gateway: Unplug and Play Board Games

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
School Age, Tween, Teen

Don’t be bored, play a board game! Join us for an open-play board game afternoon where kids and families can relax, play, and connect. We’ll provide the games—you bring the fun.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: School Age, Tween, Teen
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Don’t be bored, play a board game! Join us for an open-play board game afternoon where kids and families can relax, play, and connect. We’ll provide the games—you bring the fun.

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

KPop Party

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft, Entertainment
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

It’s a monster hunting party, K-pop-style at the library! Join us for karaoke, music, crafts and more. Costumes encouraged. Ages 6+

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

It’s a monster hunting party, K-pop-style at the library! Join us for karaoke, music, crafts and more. Costumes encouraged. Ages 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 Main" group

Gather for Magic Cards - for Tweens

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
THINKspot @ MN at THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Entertainment, Games
Age Group:
Tween, Teen

If you are looking for a new card game to dive into, or wanting to make new friends, stop on by THINKspot to play Magic the Gathering™. We will meet every other Tuesday - no registration needed.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @ MN
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Entertainment, Games
Event Details:

If you are looking for a new card game to dive into, or wanting to make new friends, stop on by THINKspot to play Magic the Gathering™. We will meet every other Tuesday - no registration needed.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Walk-In Wednesdays

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM
Age Group:
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.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: 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

Create like a Famous Artist

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Create like a professional artist! Using pastels, we will recreate Vincent Van Gogh's famous paintings. Ages 8-12. 

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

Create like a professional artist! Using pastels, we will recreate Vincent Van Gogh's famous paintings. Ages 8-12. 

This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

App Artist

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
THINKspot @ GW at THINKspot at Gateway
Program Type:
Educational, STEAM
Age Group:
Tween

Every week we will create awesome projects using all sorts of different apps.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Room: THINKspot @ GW
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Educational, STEAM
Event Details:

Every week we will create awesome projects using all sorts of different apps.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

A Far-Off Galaxy Watch-A-Long

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Tween, Teen

Join us for a galactic movie experience. Each month, we will be working our way through the Stars Wars movies in order of the release date. This month, we will be watching Attack of the Clones (PG). Ages 8-18.

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

Join us for a galactic movie experience. Each month, we will be working our way through the Stars Wars movies in order of the release date. This month, we will be watching Attack of the Clones (PG). Ages 8-18.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

App Artist

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
THINKspot @ MN at THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Educational, STEAM
Age Group:
Tween

Every first Tuesday we will create awesome projects using all sorts of different apps.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @ MN
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Educational, STEAM
Event Details:

Every first Tuesday we will create awesome projects using all sorts of different apps.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Walk-In Wednesdays

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM
Age Group:
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.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: 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 "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group

Mother's Day: Paint a 3D Printed Flower

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Tween, Teen, Adult

Learn the basics of 3D printing by watching a 3D printer in action, then paint a pre-made flower. These flowers would make a lovely gift for Mother's Day on May 10th. Ages 8+.

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Tween, Teen, Adult
Program Type: Craft, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of 3D printing by watching a 3D printer in action, then paint a pre-made flower. These flowers would make a lovely gift for Mother's Day on May 10th. Ages 8+.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Let's Get Messy: Slime

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

It's time to get messy! Leave the cleanup to us and join us monthly for fun, messy activities. This month, we will be making slime. Ages 6-12. Registration required.

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

It's time to get messy! Leave the cleanup to us and join us monthly for fun, messy activities. This month, we will be making slime. Ages 6-12. Registration required.