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This event is in the "Main Library" group

Computer Basics

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Computer Class, Educational
Age Group:
Adult

Pre-requisite: A working knowledge of how to use a computer mouse and keyboard.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class, Educational
Event Details:

Pre-requisite: A working knowledge of how to use a computer mouse and keyboard.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Small Business Series - Using AI in Small Business

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming a part of everyday life - and small businesses stand to gain significantly from its capabilities.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming a part of everyday life - and small businesses stand to gain significantly from its capabilities.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

Graphic Design Studio - Adult

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot @ GW at THINKspot at Gateway
Program Type:
Educational, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Every month we will create awesome projects using all sorts of iPad graphic design apps.

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Room: THINKspot @ GW
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Every month we will create awesome projects using all sorts of iPad graphic design apps.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Sewing - for Adults

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Educational, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Learn how to use the Brother sewing machines by creating your own sewing project. Instruction and materials are provided. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Brother sewing machines by creating your own sewing project. Instruction and materials are provided. 

This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group

US History Trivia Night

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
America 250, Educational
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Prepare for our country's semiquincentennial and test your knowledge of US History in this fun five-round trivia challenge.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: America 250, Educational
Event Details:

Prepare for our country's semiquincentennial and test your knowledge of US History in this fun five-round trivia challenge.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group

Computer Skills Training

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Computer Class
Age Group:
Teen, 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.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Computer Class
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

Hotspot Digital Help Desk

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Computer Class, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult
HOTspot Digital Help Desk:

Curious about downloading ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more from the library with your laptop, mobile device, or ereader? Drop in during these sessions for one-on-one assi...

Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class, Instructional

Curious about downloading ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more from the library with your laptop, mobile device, or ereader? Drop in during these sessions for one-on-one assistance on a first-come, first-served basis.

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

3D Printing: Model Design Workshop

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Do you have questions about designing your own 3D models? Are you interested in trying to design something for the first time?

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

Do you have questions about designing your own 3D models? Are you interested in trying to design something for the first time?

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! 

Registration Required
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

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.

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 "Main Library" group

ESL Conversation Class

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Board Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adult
ESL Conversation Class:

Learn English and meet new friends! Practice basic English listening and speaking skills while learning about American culture. Please bring a notebook and pencil. Ages 18+.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Board Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational

Learn English and meet new friends! Practice basic English listening and speaking skills while learning about American culture. Please bring a notebook and pencil. Ages 18+.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Genealogy: Connections to Colonial Days

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
America 250, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Learn how genealogy can be a fascinating look back to the early days of the country and the colonies by looking at some of the speaker's own discoveries with colonial connections.

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: America 250, Instructional
Event Details:

Learn how genealogy can be a fascinating look back to the early days of the country and the colonies by looking at some of the speaker's own discoveries with colonial connections.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

ESL Conversation Class

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Study Room 1 (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adult

Practice English and meet new friends! Build your English listening and speaking skills while learning about American culture. Please bring a notebook and pencil. Best for intermediate learners. Ages 18+.

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 1 (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Practice English and meet new friends! Build your English listening and speaking skills while learning about American culture. Please bring a notebook and pencil. Best for intermediate learners. Ages 18+.

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!

Registration Required
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 "Main Library" group

America on Screen - Adults

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
America 250, Movie
Age Group:
Adult

Watch a movie as Mesa Celebrates America 250.

This month's feature film is A Patch of Blue (TV-PG). 

Runtime - 1 hour 46 minutes.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: America 250, Movie
Event Details:

Watch a movie as Mesa Celebrates America 250.

This month's feature film is A Patch of Blue (TV-PG). 

Runtime - 1 hour 46 minutes.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group

Introduction to Microsoft Excel

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Computer Class, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Learn the foundations of Microsoft Excel - including how to create, edit, and format data in a spreadsheet.

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the foundations of Microsoft Excel - including how to create, edit, and format data in a spreadsheet.

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class Prerequisite

Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group

Intermediate/ Advanced Excel

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Computer Class, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Learn how to sort, filter, freeze panes, conduct basic math, and create charts. Then learn advanced Excel topics like how to create pivot tables, how to use multiple spreadsheets, and how to use absolute references, vlookup, and other techniq

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to sort, filter, freeze panes, conduct basic math, and create charts. Then learn advanced Excel topics like how to create pivot tables, how to use multiple spreadsheets, and how to use absolute references, vlookup, and other techniq

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class Prerequisite

Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Library eResources

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Computer Class, Educational
Age Group:
Adult

Learn how to access and use the library’s wide range of free eResources, from eBooks and audiobooks to online learning tools and databases.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class, Educational
Event Details:

Learn how to access and use the library’s wide range of free eResources, from eBooks and audiobooks to online learning tools and databases.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Small Business Series - Mesa Business Builder & FREE Resources

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Join Kelley Keffer, Project Manager, Office of Economic Development City of Mesa to learn about the City's Mesa Builder Program and services.  Session will share free resources available to Mesa's small businesses.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Kelley Keffer, Project Manager, Office of Economic Development City of Mesa to learn about the City's Mesa Builder Program and services.  Session will share free resources available to Mesa's small businesses.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

I ♡ Light Up Cards - Adult

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot @ GW at THINKspot at Gateway
Program Type:
Educational, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Create a unique Valentine’s card that lights up using simple paper circuits. Add LEDs and your own creativity to make a glowing message that truly shines.

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Room: THINKspot @ GW
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a unique Valentine’s card that lights up using simple paper circuits. Add LEDs and your own creativity to make a glowing message that truly shines.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Writing Workshop: Getting Started with Family History Research (Part 2)

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
America 250, Educational, Writing
Age Group:
Adult

Have you considered tracing your family’s history, but don’t know where to start? Duane Roen will share some readily available resources, tools, and strategies for getting started with researching your roots.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: America 250, Educational, Writing
Event Details:

Have you considered tracing your family’s history, but don’t know where to start? Duane Roen will share some readily available resources, tools, and strategies for getting started with researching your roots.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Genealogy Consultations

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
America 250, Educational
Age Group:
Adult

Get personalized assistance with your family history research during our genealogy consultation. Dr. Duane Roen will help you navigate resources, answer questions, and provide strategies to uncover your ancestral story.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: America 250, Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get personalized assistance with your family history research during our genealogy consultation. Dr. Duane Roen will help you navigate resources, answer questions, and provide strategies to uncover your ancestral story.

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 Dobson Ranch" group

THINKspot Equipment Q&A

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Instructional
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

If you have questions about the equipment in THINKspot, our THINKspot Librarian and volunteers are available to help you turn your project idea into a concrete action plan.

This is a drop-in program; no appointment is necessary.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Event Details:

If you have questions about the equipment in THINKspot, our THINKspot Librarian and volunteers are available to help you turn your project idea into a concrete action plan.

This is a drop-in program; no appointment is necessary.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

ESL Conversation Class

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Study Room 1 (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adult

Practice English and meet new friends! Build your English listening and speaking skills while learning about American culture. Please bring a notebook and pencil. Best for intermediate learners. Ages 18+.

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 1 (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Practice English and meet new friends! Build your English listening and speaking skills while learning about American culture. Please bring a notebook and pencil. Best for intermediate learners. Ages 18+.