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Toddlertime

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:30am
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.

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.

Group of preschool aged children clapping.

Toddlertime

Thursday, June 11, 2026 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.

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.

Toddlertime

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main 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: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

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

Toddlertime

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main 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: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

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

Fiction Folks

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Book Groups
Age Group:
Adult

This month's book for discussion is Switchboard Soldiers by Jennifer Chiaverini.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Groups
Event Details:

This month's book for discussion is Switchboard Soldiers by Jennifer Chiaverini.

Man balancing ipad on his knee

HOTspot Digital Help Desk

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Study Room 1 (RM) at Red Mountain Library
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: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 1 (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.

A white mug with a triceratops face and book painted on opposite sides

As You Wish Pottery Mug Painting

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teen

Step-by-step instructional painting of a 12oz mug. The mugs will be kiln-fired offsite. Participants will then be notified when the mugs are available for pick up at Red Mountain Library.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Step-by-step instructional painting of a 12oz mug. The mugs will be kiln-fired offsite. Participants will then be notified when the mugs are available for pick up at Red Mountain Library.

Oscar Mancinas

Writer in Residence Consultations

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Board Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Oscar Mancinas as our Writer in Residence from May 18 to July 18.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Board Room (MN)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Oscar Mancinas as our Writer in Residence from May 18 to July 18.

Two teenage girls and two teenage boys playing video games together.

Teen Gaming Tournament

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Teen Zone (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teen

Stay cool at the library and play Mario Cart with other teens.

Ages 12-18 

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Teen Zone (GW)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Stay cool at the library and play Mario Cart with other teens.

Ages 12-18 

The Cozy Corner

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
America 250, Craft
Age Group:
Adult

Get a little cozy in our corner of THINKspot and enjoy a craft or hobby.

This month in honor of Mesa Celebrates America 250! we will relax by making tin can lanterns.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: America 250, Craft
Event Details:

Get a little cozy in our corner of THINKspot and enjoy a craft or hobby.

This month in honor of Mesa Celebrates America 250! we will relax by making tin can lanterns.

Bookmobile Stop: Mesa Aquatic Complex

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop

Medicare 101

Thursday, June 11, 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?

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

Turning 65 or new to Medicare?

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.

PJ Storytime

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Family

Join us for a special nighttime storytime, complete with songs, rhymes, games, and a bedtime story. Ages 3-6. 

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

Join us for a special nighttime storytime, complete with songs, rhymes, games, and a bedtime story. Ages 3-6. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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.

Arizona Legends of the Old West

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Emmy nominated historian Jarrod Riddle brings to life the fascinating and often surprising stories that shaped Arizona’s frontier days.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Emmy nominated historian Jarrod Riddle brings to life the fascinating and often surprising stories that shaped Arizona’s frontier days.

Cartoon image of hands holding objects representing science, technology, engineering, arts, and math.

Tinkering for Toddlers

Friday, June 12, 2026 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.

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.

The Great Grand Canyon Balloon Show

Friday, June 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
America 250, Entertainment
Age Group:
Family

Arizona Rick the balloon cowboy presents The Great Grand Canyon Balloon show filled with skits, storytelling, games and a bit of magic.

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

Arizona Rick the balloon cowboy presents The Great Grand Canyon Balloon show filled with skits, storytelling, games and a bit of magic.

Disclaimer(s)

Ticketed Event

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

Oscar Mancinas

Writer in Residence Consultations

Friday, June 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Board Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Oscar Mancinas as our Writer in Residence from May 18 to July 18.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Board Room (MN)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Oscar Mancinas as our Writer in Residence from May 18 to July 18.

Craft Storytime: Dinosaurs

Friday, June 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft, Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood

Join us for a special dinosaur story and hands-on craft time. Children will create their very own dinosaur to stomp with and take home!

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

Join us for a special dinosaur story and hands-on craft time. Children will create their very own dinosaur to stomp with and take home!

Art Journaling

Friday, June 12, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Adult

Starting an art journal can be a low stress practice to integrate into your daily life to increase your creativity. We'll introduce some tips, crafts and projects that can get you started.

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

Starting an art journal can be a low stress practice to integrate into your daily life to increase your creativity. We'll introduce some tips, crafts and projects that can get you started.

Feeding America Kids Cafe logo

Lunch at the Library

Friday, June 12, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, 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.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Entertainment, 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.

Land Before Time Movie Poster

America 250: Family Classic Movie

Friday, June 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
America 250, Entertainment
Age Group:
Family

Join us as we celebrate America 250 with a variety of classic films. Each week, we will show a family-friendly film that is considered an American Classic. This week's title: The Land Before Time (1988)

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: America 250, Entertainment
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate America 250 with a variety of classic films. Each week, we will show a family-friendly film that is considered an American Classic. This week's title: The Land Before Time (1988)

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.

Saturday at the Ranch: Games

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
School Age, Family

We’ll break out games and cards and families can choose their favorites to play. Playing games helps develop your imagination, teamwork and problem-solving skills.

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

We’ll break out games and cards and families can choose their favorites to play. Playing games helps develop your imagination, teamwork and problem-solving skills.

Dino Crew!

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational, Entertainment
Age Group:
Family

The ultimate dinosaur experience filled with action packed entertainment, roaring excitement and jaw dropping fun. This program includes a big Dinosaur show, baby dinosaurs, sensory bins and story time with Dino Crew's new book.

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

The ultimate dinosaur experience filled with action packed entertainment, roaring excitement and jaw dropping fun. This program includes a big Dinosaur show, baby dinosaurs, sensory bins and story time with Dino Crew's new book.

Art Cart

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
School Age

Join us each month for an hour of crafting. Drop in to make your own art or participate in the theme of the month. This month's theme: Dinosaurs. Ages 6+ 

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Children's Room (RM)
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Join us each month for an hour of crafting. Drop in to make your own art or participate in the theme of the month. This month's theme: Dinosaurs. Ages 6+