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Farming Rules!

FarmBot Summer Seeding Open House

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ GW at THINKspot at Gateway
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult, Family

See FarmBot in action as we demonstrate how it plants seeds with precision technology. 
 

Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Room: THINKspot @ GW
Age Group: Adult, Family
Program Type: Craft, Instructional
Event Details:

See FarmBot in action as we demonstrate how it plants seeds with precision technology. 
 

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.

ESL Conversation Class

Saturday, May 2, 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+.

Virtual Reality: America 250

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
America 250, STEAM
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Celebrate America's 250th year by exploring historic and American themed apps on our virtual reality headsets.

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: America 250, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate America's 250th year by exploring historic and American themed apps on our virtual reality headsets.

Tibetan singing bowls and sound bath instruments surrounded by a brightly colored rug. Photo by Kitera Dent on Unsplash.

Sound Bath

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Health, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Join HealthRhythms facilitator, SusyJeanne Manning, for a one hour session where you will be guided musically into your own quiet therapeutic time of personal relaxation, meditation and reflection.

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

Join HealthRhythms facilitator, SusyJeanne Manning, for a one hour session where you will be guided musically into your own quiet therapeutic time of personal relaxation, meditation and reflection.

Sewing Coasters

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
America 250, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Explore THINKspot's creative options and learn how to use our sewing machines to make your own red, white and blue coasters to help celebrate our country's 250th birthday.

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

Explore THINKspot's creative options and learn how to use our sewing machines to make your own red, white and blue coasters to help celebrate our country's 250th birthday.

picture of many crochet hooks in a line

Crochet Circle

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Teen, 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.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Teen, 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.

A woman in a striped sweater typing on a laptop in front of a bookcase.

Introduction to Microsoft Excel

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
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.

Stacks of books

Who Picked This Book?

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Outreach Services
Program Type:
Book Groups
Age Group:
Adult

Join this community group in discussing mostly general fiction titles. 

Date           Title/Author     

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach Services
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Groups
Event Details:

Join this community group in discussing mostly general fiction titles. 

Date           Title/Author     

Old typewriter

How to Self-Publish a Book

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Wondering about self-publishing a book? Join us for a Q&A session with one of Eastmark’s local authors!

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

Wondering about self-publishing a book? Join us for a Q&A session with one of Eastmark’s local authors!

A woman in a striped sweater typing on a laptop in front of a bookcase.

Intermediate/ Advanced Excel

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
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.

Man balancing ipad on his knee

HOTspot: Help Desk

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mesa Express Library
Program Type:
Reference
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: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Reference

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.

Computer Basics

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Computer Class, Educational
Age Group:
Adult

If you are new to the computer then Computer Basics is the place to start.  This week we will continue to learn how to type on a keyboard. 

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

If you are new to the computer then Computer Basics is the place to start.  This week we will continue to learn how to type on a keyboard. 

Photograph of presenter Stephen A. Engelhardt in his Park Ranger uniform.

America's Best Idea and The Two Roosevelts

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
America 250, Educational
Age Group:
Adult

The US National Park system is a huge point of national pride and envied throughout the world.

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

The US National Park system is a huge point of national pride and envied throughout the world.

Laser Cut Bookshelf Signs

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Glowforge (TS@MN) at THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Adult

Learn how to use the Glowforge and create laser-cut genre signs for your bookshelf at home.

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: Glowforge (TS@MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Glowforge and create laser-cut genre signs for your bookshelf at home.

3D printing rules

Let's 3D Print an Arizona Keychain - Adult

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot @ GW at THINKspot at Gateway
Program Type:
America 250, Educational, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Participants will have fun designing a multi-colored Arizona Keychain, while learning the basics of how 3D printing works.

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Room: THINKspot @ GW
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: America 250, Educational, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Participants will have fun designing a multi-colored Arizona Keychain, while learning the basics of how 3D printing works.

Nutrition for the Family

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Roadrunner Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adult

A Nationally Certified Nutrition course offered through the University of Arizona that comes with weekly recipes and kitchenware giveaways!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Roadrunner Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

A Nationally Certified Nutrition course offered through the University of Arizona that comes with weekly recipes and kitchenware giveaways!

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+.

ball of blue yarn with crochet hook next to it

Learn to Crochet

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Join us as we learn a beginner crochet project with an experienced instructor. If you already know how to crochet, feel free to bring your own project to work on and enjoy the company of other makers.  

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

Join us as we learn a beginner crochet project with an experienced instructor. If you already know how to crochet, feel free to bring your own project to work on and enjoy the company of other makers.  

Man balancing ipad on his knee

HOTspot Digital Help Desk

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Instructional, Reference
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: Instructional, Reference

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.

Puzzle Mixer

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adult

Put the pieces together - literally and socially! Enjoy a fun puzzle night designed for adults to relax and connect with others.

Puzzles of various sizes will be provided.

 

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Put the pieces together - literally and socially! Enjoy a fun puzzle night designed for adults to relax and connect with others.

Puzzles of various sizes will be provided.

 

colored pencils

Coloring Club

Thursday, May 7, 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.

 

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.

 

ball of blue yarn with crochet hook next to it

Learn to Crochet: Evening Session

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Join us for our evening session as we learn a beginner crochet project with an experienced instructor. If you already know how to crochet, feel free to bring your own project to work on and enjoy the company of other makers.  

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

Join us for our evening session as we learn a beginner crochet project with an experienced instructor. If you already know how to crochet, feel free to bring your own project to work on and enjoy the company of other makers.  

Medicare 101

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational, Health
Age Group:
Adult

Turning 65 or new to Medicare?

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

Turning 65 or new to Medicare?

Acoustic Sound Benefits to Plants by Jim Dilettoso from SVdP Mesa Sound Garden

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Roadrunner Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Educational, Sustainability
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Urban farmer Ka-Linda Blackner from St. Vincent de Paul will be offering a horticulture talk on the benefits of acoustic sound to plants.

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: Red Mountain Library
Room: Roadrunner Room (RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Educational, Sustainability
Event Details:

Urban farmer Ka-Linda Blackner from St. Vincent de Paul will be offering a horticulture talk on the benefits of acoustic sound to plants.

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