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Manga Club: One Piece

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Book Groups, Entertainment, Movie
Age Group:
Teen

Come join us as we talk about all things manga. This month we will discussing One piece. Vol. 1 : romance dawn.

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

Come join us as we talk about all things manga. This month we will discussing One piece. Vol. 1 : romance dawn.

Craft Storytime: Earth Day

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft, Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood

Join us for a special Storytime for Earth Day! We’ll read a story and create a fun craft inspired by Earth Day. All supplies provided while they last!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Craft, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a special Storytime for Earth Day! We’ll read a story and create a fun craft inspired by Earth Day. All supplies provided while they last!

Stay and Play

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Family

Play with your child and explore, create, and investigate with a variety of themed imagination stations. This program enables children to expand socialization and imagination skills! Best for birth- 5 years.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: Early Childhood, Family
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Play with your child and explore, create, and investigate with a variety of themed imagination stations. This program enables children to expand socialization and imagination skills! Best for birth- 5 years.

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.

Sewing foot of sewing machine sewing plaid fabric

Sew for Good

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
America 250, Craft
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Sew items with others to give to charities. 

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

Sew items with others to give to charities. 

Toddler holding a book

Toddlertime

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Mesa Express 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: Mesa Express Library
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)

MEL Programs

All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors. 

Kari Levine performing a sound healing meditation in front of mountains.

Sound Healing Meditation

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Sound has been used around the world for healing and meditation for centuries.
Registration Required
Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Health
Registration Required
Event Details:
Sound has been used around the world for healing and meditation for centuries.
Kari Levine performing a sound healing meditation in front of mountains.

Sound Healing Meditation

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 12:45pm - 1:15pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Sound has been used around the world for healing and meditation for centuries.
Registration Required
Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Health
Registration Required
Event Details:
Sound has been used around the world for healing and meditation for centuries.
Group of preschool aged children clapping.

Rockin' & Rollin' Storytime

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood

It’s a dance party for the whole family at the library! Rockin’ & Rollin’ Storytime is a music-focused storytime filled with dancing, songs, live music and musical books. Ages 2-5.

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

It’s a dance party for the whole family at the library! Rockin’ & Rollin’ Storytime is a music-focused storytime filled with dancing, songs, live music and musical books. Ages 2-5.

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.

astronauts in space

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.

Bike and Scooter Rodeo

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Early Childhood, School Age

Families can ride or scoot over to the library for a fun and educational morning! Get fitted for a free bike helmet and learn safe cycling tips from John Boyd, Injury Prevention Specialist at Phoenix Children’s.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Age Group: Early Childhood, School Age
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Families can ride or scoot over to the library for a fun and educational morning! Get fitted for a free bike helmet and learn safe cycling tips from John Boyd, Injury Prevention Specialist at Phoenix Children’s.

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.

Yoga & Me

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Educational, Health
Age Group:
School Age

Yoga & Me is a 4-week yoga and mindfulness series for children ages 5-7 designed to support emotional awareness, compassion, self-regulation, and expression.

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Educational, Health
Registration Required
Event Details:

Yoga & Me is a 4-week yoga and mindfulness series for children ages 5-7 designed to support emotional awareness, compassion, self-regulation, and expression.

Mending Lab

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Sustainability
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Learn how to make small repairs to your clothes like fixing a button or hem! Bring your clothing in need of a little TLC and we'll supply the rest.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Sustainability
Event Details:

Learn how to make small repairs to your clothes like fixing a button or hem! Bring your clothing in need of a little TLC and we'll supply the rest.

ESL Conversation Class

Saturday, April 18, 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+.

Saturday at the Ranch: Building Blocks

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
School Age, Family

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: Dobson Ranch Library
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

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.

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.

Child playing with colorful toy on a table.

Sensory Storytime

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational, Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood

Join us for an adaptive story time designed to help children with sensory integration and neurodiverse challenges join in library programs. This program utilizes music, movement, repetition, and books that increase children's engagement.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Educational, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for an adaptive story time designed to help children with sensory integration and neurodiverse challenges join in library programs. This program utilizes music, movement, repetition, and books that increase children's engagement.

Disclaimer(s)

IBCCES Autism Certified

This facility is IBCCES Autism Certified. IBCCES trains/certifies organizations to better serve individuals with cognitive disorders. These ideals are incorporated within this program. If you have any concerns or need to request specific accommodations for you or your child, please contact us.

Ticketed Event

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

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.

Mini Makers

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Educational, STEAM
Age Group:
Early Childhood

Join us for Mini Makers, a bimonthly hands-on program for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Educational, STEAM
Event Details:

Join us for Mini Makers, a bimonthly hands-on program for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.

Toddler holding a book

Toddlertime

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
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)

Ticketed Event

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

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.

Two babies

Baby Lapsit

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway 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: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

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

Disclaimer(s)

Ticketed Event

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

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.

Toddler holding a book

Toddlertime

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
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)

Ticketed Event

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

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.

Embroidery Machine Demo

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft, Instructional

Bookmobile Stop: Emerald Park

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Cartoon image of hands holding objects representing science, technology, engineering, arts, and math.

Seed Bombs at the Read Runner!

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
School Age

Kids will get hands-on at the Read Runner as they make seed bombs using soil, clay, and seeds. This fun, slightly messy activity introduces young gardeners to plants, pollinators, and caring for the environment.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Kids will get hands-on at the Read Runner as they make seed bombs using soil, clay, and seeds. This fun, slightly messy activity introduces young gardeners to plants, pollinators, and caring for the environment.

Sewing with Your Machine

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Did you inherit or purchase a sewing machine that’s been sitting unused at home?
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Craft, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:
Did you inherit or purchase a sewing machine that’s been sitting unused at home?

Food Group Storytime

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Family

Get ready to giggle. Join us for a storytime featuring books by Jory John, the author who turns big feelings into big laughs and make your own food character craft.

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

Get ready to giggle. Join us for a storytime featuring books by Jory John, the author who turns big feelings into big laughs and make your own food character craft.