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Wildlife performer Wildman Phil holds an alligator

Wildlife Adventure with Wildman Phil

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children, Family
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting live animal adventure highlighting various creatures from around the world, their homes, and the ways the lives of these vastly different animals are interw...

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting live animal adventure highlighting various creatures from around the world, their homes, and the ways the lives of these vastly different animals are interwoven to create a community where each has a purpose and a place.

Disclaimer(s)

No non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

Ticketed Event

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

Wildlife performer Wildman Phil holds and alligator

Wildlife Adventure with Wildman Phil

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children, Family
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting live animal adventure highlighting various creatures from around the world, their homes, and the ways the lives of these vastly different animals are interw...

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting live animal adventure highlighting various creatures from around the world, their homes, and the ways the lives of these vastly different animals are interwoven to create a community where each has a purpose and a place.

Disclaimer(s)

No non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

Ticketed Event

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

Group of preschool aged children clapping.

Preschool Storytime Presents: Mesa Arts Center

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain 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.

Event Details:

Jump into adventure and ignite imagination as picture books come to life in this drama-focused and interactive storytime for preschoolers and their families presented by Mesa Arts ...

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Jump into adventure and ignite imagination as picture books come to life in this drama-focused and interactive storytime for preschoolers and their families presented by Mesa Arts Center.

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 non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

Ticketed Event

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

Group of preschool aged children clapping.

Preschool Storytime Presents: Mesa Arts Center

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain 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.

Event Details:

Jump into adventure and ignite imagination as picture books come to life in this drama-focused and interactive storytime for preschoolers and their families presented by Mesa Arts ...

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Jump into adventure and ignite imagination as picture books come to life in this drama-focused and interactive storytime for preschoolers and their families presented by Mesa Arts Center.

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 non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

Ticketed Event

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

Wonka movie poster

Family Movie Adventure: Wonka

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Children, Family
Event Details:

Bring a blanket or beach towel to sit on and enjoy Wonka the musical movie in the cool air conditioning at the library. Rated PG. 

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Bring a blanket or beach towel to sit on and enjoy Wonka the musical movie in the cool air conditioning at the library. Rated PG. 

Disclaimer(s)

No non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

Woman dressed as cowgirl standing next to a wagon hitched to a bicycle.

Preschool Storytime presents Cowgirl Jan

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Event Details:

Join us for a special presentation of Preschool Storytime with Jan Sandwich as Cowgirl Jan. Yee Haw! Cowgirl Jan brings a heap of fun to any event... stories, magic, audience ...

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a special presentation of Preschool Storytime with Jan Sandwich as Cowgirl Jan. Yee Haw! Cowgirl Jan brings a heap of fun to any event...

Disclaimer(s)

No non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

Ticketed Event

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

Man balancing ipad on his knee

HOTspot Digital Help Desk

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Reference
Age Group:
Adult
The 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: Red Mountain 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.

Disclaimer(s)

Library Card

Participants will need an active Mesa Public Library card and 4-digit PIN.

Two babies

Baby Lapsit

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Baby Lapsit:

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

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

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

Disclaimer(s)

No non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

Toddler holding a book

Toddlertime

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain 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.

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
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 non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

Ticketed Event

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

Toddler holding a book

Toddlertime

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain 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.

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
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 non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

Ticketed Event

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

Mesa Public Schools Presents: Stick 2 Reading

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
School Age, Teen, Family
Event Details:

Mesa Public Schools will be hosting Stick 2 Reading. Join us for a fantastic evening of reading fun for the whole family. There will be free books, interactive storytelli...

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: School Age, Teen, Family
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Mesa Public Schools will be hosting Stick 2 Reading. Join us for a fantastic evening of reading fun for the whole family.

One Stitch at a Time

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Crocheting on your own is fun, but it's always better to crochet together.  Come hangout with us at this relaxed and social crochet circle.  All levels are welcome and in...

Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Crocheting on your own is fun, but it's always better to crochet together.  Come hangout with us at this relaxed and social crochet circle.  All levels are welcome and instructor-led lessons will be available to absolute beginners. 

Group of preschool aged children clapping.

Preschool Storytime Presents: Mesa Arts Center

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain 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.

Event Details:

Jump into adventure and ignite imagination as picture books come to life in this drama-focused and interactive storytime for preschoolers and their families presented by Mesa Arts ...

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Jump into adventure and ignite imagination as picture books come to life in this drama-focused and interactive storytime for preschoolers and their families presented by Mesa Arts Center.

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 non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

Ticketed Event

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

Group of preschool aged children clapping.

Preschool Storytime Presents: Mesa Arts Center

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain 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.

Event Details:

Jump into adventure and ignite imagination as picture books come to life in this drama-focused and interactive storytime for preschoolers and their families presented by Mesa Arts ...

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Jump into adventure and ignite imagination as picture books come to life in this drama-focused and interactive storytime for preschoolers and their families presented by Mesa Arts Center.

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 non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

Ticketed Event

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

Painting of a rocket and a book on a ceramic tile

Tile Painting with As You Wish

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Tween, Teen
Event Details:

As You Wish staff member will give step by step instructions on painting this rocket ship hanging wall tile to remind yourself of the adventure you can have when reading. Acrylic p...

Required
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Craft
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

As You Wish staff member will give step by step instructions on painting this rocket ship hanging wall tile to remind yourself of the adventure you can have when reading. Acrylic paint will be used so project can be taken home same day.

Artful Tales with the I.D.E.A Museum

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft, Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Event Details:

Join us for storytime with the I.D.E.A Museum as they read a book, show art work, and provide a craft for children to enjoy!

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Craft, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for storytime with the I.D.E.A Museum as they read a book, show art work, and provide a craft for children to enjoy!

Man balancing ipad on his knee

HOTspot Digital Help Desk

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Reference
Age Group:
Adult
The 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: Red Mountain 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.

Disclaimer(s)

Library Card

Participants will need an active Mesa Public Library card and 4-digit PIN.

Two babies

Baby Lapsit

Friday, June 28, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Baby Lapsit:

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

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

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

Disclaimer(s)

No non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

Literacy Thru Drama with Mesa Arts Center

Friday, June 28, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Event Details:

Bring picture books to life by going on an imaginative adventure in this drama focused storytime. Children will deepen early literacy skills as they explore magical worlds, problem...

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Bring picture books to life by going on an imaginative adventure in this drama focused storytime. Children will deepen early literacy skills as they explore magical worlds, problem-solve, and become characters in the story.

Building Blocks Club

Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children, School Age
LEGO Club:

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.

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Entertainment

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.

putting green with red flag and a golf ball for mini golf on the the go!

After Hours Mini Golf for Teens

Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Special Program
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Wonder what the library is like after it closes? Come join us for after hours mini golf! We will have a full 18 hole mini golf course inside the library courtesy of Mini Golf ...

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Entertainment, Special Program
Event Details:

Wonder what the library is like after it closes? Come join us for after hours mini golf! We will have a full 18 hole mini golf course inside the library courtesy of Mini Golf on the Go: Arizona's Mini Golf Course that Comes to You.

Independence Day

All Day
Online / Virtual, Main Library, THINKspot at Main, Red Mountain Library, THINKspot at Red Mountain, Dobson Ranch Library, THINKspot at Dobson Ranch, Mesa Express Library, Outreach Services

All Mesa Public Libraries closed in observance of Independence Day. 

Closing
Branches:
Online / Virtual, Main Library, THINKspot at Main, Red Mountain Library, THINKspot at Red Mountain, Dobson Ranch Library, THINKspot at Dobson Ranch, Mesa Express Library, Outreach Services
Description:

All Mesa Public Libraries closed in observance of Independence Day. 

Artful Tales with the I.D.E.A Museum

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft, Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Event Details:

Join us for storytime with the I.D.E.A Museum as they read a book, show art work, and provide a craft for children to enjoy!

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Craft, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for storytime with the I.D.E.A Museum as they read a book, show art work, and provide a craft for children to enjoy!

Man balancing ipad on his knee

HOTspot Digital Help Desk

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Reference
Age Group:
Adult
The 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: Red Mountain 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.

Disclaimer(s)

Library Card

Participants will need an active Mesa Public Library card and 4-digit PIN.