Event List

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Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Early Childhood

Preschool Storytime:

Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this storytime designed to get children ready for kindergarten. Ages 3-5.

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Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library

Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)

Age Group: Early Childhood

Program Type: Storytime

Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this storytime designed to get children ready for kindergarten. Ages 3-5.

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.

Adventures in Virtual Reality

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch

Program Type:

Educational, Entertainment

Age Group:

Teen

Explore the world of VR with us through different apps and games.

This program was made possible by Mesa West Rotary District 5495.

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Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch

Room: THINKspot @ DR

Age Group: Teen

Program Type: Educational, Entertainment

Event Details:

Explore the world of VR with us through different apps and games.

This program was made possible by Mesa West Rotary District 5495.

Color Your World Steam

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library

Program Type:

STEAM

Age Group:

School Age, Tween

STEAM at the Library:

Stretch your imagination using science! We'll do hands-on activities in science, technology, engineering, art, or math. Grades 1-6.

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Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library

Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)

Age Group: School Age, Tween

Program Type: STEAM

Stretch your imagination using science! We'll do hands-on activities in science, technology, engineering, art, or math. Grades 1-6.

Baby Lapsit

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am

Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Early Childhood

Baby Lapsit:

Baby Lapsit introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies. Birth-16 months.

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Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library

Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)

Age Group: Early Childhood

Program Type: Storytime

Baby Lapsit introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies. Birth-16 months.

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.

Lunch at the Library

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm

Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library

Program Type:

Health

Age Group:

School Age, Family

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Ages birth-18.

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Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library

Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)

Age Group: School Age, Family

Program Type: Health

Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Ages birth-18.

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.

Historic and Haunted Arizona

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library

Program Type:

Educational

Age Group:

Teen, Adult

Author and paranormal investigator, Debe Branning, will take you on a road trip adventure that takes you to some of Arizona's most haunted places. Learn stories about haunted hotels, restaurants, cemeteries, forts, jails, schools, and m

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Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library

Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)

Age Group: Teen, Adult

Program Type: Educational

Event Details:

Author and paranormal investigator, Debe Branning, will take you on a road trip adventure that takes you to some of Arizona's most haunted places. Learn stories about haunted hotels, restaurants, cemeteries, forts, jails, schools, and m

Toddlertime

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Early Childhood

Toddlertime:

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months.

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Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library

Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)

Age Group: Early Childhood

Program Type: Storytime

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months.

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.

Fiction Folks

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library

Program Type:

Book Groups, Mesa Reads

Age Group:

Adult

This month's book for discussion is The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman

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Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library

Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Book Groups, Mesa Reads

Event Details:

This month's book for discussion is The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman

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Tinkering For Toddlers

Friday, June 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am

Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library

Program Type:

STEAM, Storytime, Sustainability

Age Group:

Early Childhood

A STEAM-based Storytime that gives toddlers the opportunity to explore, be curious, and practice independent thinking. For ages 2-3 years old. Supplies are limited.

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Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library

Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)

Age Group: Early Childhood

Program Type: STEAM, Storytime, Sustainability

Event Details:

A STEAM-based Storytime that gives toddlers the opportunity to explore, be curious, and practice independent thinking. For ages 2-3 years old. Supplies are limited.

Lunch at the Library

Friday, June 13, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm

Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library

Program Type:

Health

Age Group:

School Age, Family

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Ages birth-18.

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Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library

Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)

Age Group: School Age, Family

Program Type: Health

Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Ages birth-18.

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.

Survival Guide to Buying or Selling a Home

Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library

Program Type:

Educational

Age Group:

Adult

While buying or selling a house is exciting and something to be proud of, it can be a confusing and complicated process that can leave you feeling intimidated.

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Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library

Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Educational

Event Details:

While buying or selling a house is exciting and something to be proud of, it can be a confusing and complicated process that can leave you feeling intimidated.

Lunch at the Library

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm

Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library

Program Type:

Health

Age Group:

School Age, Family

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Ages birth-18.

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Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library

Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)

Age Group: School Age, Family

Program Type: Health

Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Ages birth-18.

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.

Kith & Kin Caregiver Workshop

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library

Program Type:

Educational

Age Group:

Adult, Family

El Programa Kith & Kin, un programa de Candelen, es una serie de 10 semanas diseñada para cuidadores familiares, amigos y vecinos; abuelos, familiares, amigos, vecinos y adultos no emparentados que apoyan a las familias con sus necesidades de

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Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library

Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)

Age Group: Adult, Family

Program Type: Educational

Registration Required

Event Details:

El Programa Kith & Kin, un programa de Candelen, es una serie de 10 semanas diseñada para cuidadores familiares, amigos y vecinos; abuelos, familiares, amigos, vecinos y adultos no emparentados que apoyan a las familias con sus necesidades de

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Early Childhood

Preschool Storytime:

Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this storytime designed to get children ready for kindergarten. Ages 3-5.

View Details

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library

Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)

Age Group: Early Childhood

Program Type: Storytime

Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this storytime designed to get children ready for kindergarten. Ages 3-5.

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.

Computer Skills Training

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

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.

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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.

Baby Lapsit

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am

Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Early Childhood

Baby Lapsit:

Baby Lapsit introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies. Birth-16 months.

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Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library

Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)

Age Group: Early Childhood

Program Type: Storytime

Baby Lapsit introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies. Birth-16 months.

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.

Lunch at the Library

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm

Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library

Program Type:

Health

Age Group:

School Age, Family

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Ages birth-18.

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Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library

Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)

Age Group: School Age, Family

Program Type: Health

Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Ages birth-18.

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.

Bollywood Dances From India

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library

Program Type:

Special Program

Age Group:

Children

Bollywood dances from India that demonstrate culture, arts, movement, and historic significance. These dances are colorful, lively, and high energy.

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Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library

Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Special Program

Event Details:

Bollywood dances from India that demonstrate culture, arts, movement, and historic significance. These dances are colorful, lively, and high energy.

paper booklet painted with watercolors and adorned with line drawings

Craft Night: Mini Art Journals

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library

Program Type:

Craft

Age Group:

Teen, Adult

Try your hand at a low-stakes craft night. This month we'll be making mini art journals.

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Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library

Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)

Age Group: Teen, Adult

Program Type: Craft

Event Details:

Try your hand at a low-stakes craft night. This month we'll be making mini art journals.

Toddlertime

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Early Childhood

Toddlertime:

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months.

View Details

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library

Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)

Age Group: Early Childhood

Program Type: Storytime

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months.

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.

Lunch at the Library

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm

Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library

Program Type:

Health

Age Group:

School Age, Family

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Ages birth-18.

View Details

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library

Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)

Age Group: School Age, Family

Program Type: Health

Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Ages birth-18.

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.

Upcycled Crafting

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library

Program Type:

Craft, Sustainability

Age Group:

Teen, Adult

Join us for a fun, funky, creative and environmentally friendly make-and-take craft experience with Shari Keith aka "The Junk Lady."

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Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library

Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)

Age Group: Teen, Adult

Program Type: Craft, Sustainability

Event Details:

Join us for a fun, funky, creative and environmentally friendly make-and-take craft experience with Shari Keith aka "The Junk Lady."

Building Blocks Club

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library

Program Type:

Entertainment, Games

Age Group:

School Age, Family

Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO® bricks. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO® bricks and DUPLO® blocks will be provided.

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Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library

Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)

Age Group: School Age, Family

Program Type: Entertainment, Games

Event Details:

Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO® bricks. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO® bricks and DUPLO® blocks will be provided.

Lunch at the Library

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm

Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library

Program Type:

Health

Age Group:

School Age, Family

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Ages birth-18.

View Details

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library

Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)

Age Group: School Age, Family

Program Type: Health

Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Ages birth-18.

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.

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