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Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Roadrunner Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teen

If you are curious about how you can make your library experience better and meet new people, this might be the event for you.

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Roadrunner Room (RM)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

If you are curious about how you can make your library experience better and meet new people, this might be the event for you.

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.

Cover of The Greatest Generation by Tom Brokaw

We the Readers Book Group: The Greatest Generation by Tom Brokaw

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
America 250, Book Groups
Age Group:
Adult

In this magnificent testament to a nation and her people, Tom Brokaw brings to life the extraordinary stories of a generation that gave new meaning to courage, sacrifice, and honor.

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: America 250, Book Groups
Event Details:

In this magnificent testament to a nation and her people, Tom Brokaw brings to life the extraordinary stories of a generation that gave new meaning to courage, sacrifice, and honor.

Art supplies and paint brushes

Adult - Painting with Bob Ross

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot @ GW at THINKspot at Gateway
Program Type:
America 250, Craft
Age Group:
Teen

Paint happy little trees alongside a Bob Ross classic painting tutorial. Follow step-by-step techniques to create your own relaxing landscape masterpiece, no experience needed.

 This program is for adults 18+

 

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

Paint happy little trees alongside a Bob Ross classic painting tutorial. Follow step-by-step techniques to create your own relaxing landscape masterpiece, no experience needed.

 This program is for adults 18+

 

Summer Movie Night

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
School Age

Beat the heat with a dinosaur themed movie! This week, we'll be watching "The Good Dinosaur" (rated PG, run time 1 hour 33 minutes).

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Beat the heat with a dinosaur themed movie! This week, we'll be watching "The Good Dinosaur" (rated PG, run time 1 hour 33 minutes).

Toddler holding a book

Baby Lapsit

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 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.

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.

Baby Lapsit

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood

Event Details

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

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

Event Details

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

Group of preschool aged children clapping.

Family Storytime Presents: Mesa Arts Center - Let's Play!

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood

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.

Family Storytime:

Bring the whole family for stories, songs, and literacy-boosting activities. Birth-5.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
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.

Bring the whole family for stories, songs, and literacy-boosting activities. Birth-5.

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

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
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 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.

Bookmobile Stop: Solstice Apartments

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Group of preschool aged children clapping.

Family Storytime Presents: Mesa Arts Center - Let's Play!

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood

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.

Family Storytime:

Bring the whole family for stories, songs, and literacy-boosting activities. Birth-5.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
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.

Bring the whole family for stories, songs, and literacy-boosting activities. Birth-5.

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

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
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 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.

Feeding America Kids Cafe logo

Lunch at the Library

Wednesday, June 24, 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.

Oscar Mancinas

Writer in Residence Consultations

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
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.

Gotta Catch Them All Party

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Craft, Entertainment
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Join us for Pokémon crafts and a scavenger hunt! Ages 6-12.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: Craft, Entertainment
Event Details:

Join us for Pokémon crafts and a scavenger hunt! Ages 6-12.

Computer Basics

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Computer Class, Educational
Age Group:
Adult

Pre-requisite: A working knowledge of how to use a computer mouse and keyboard.

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

Pre-requisite: A working knowledge of how to use a computer mouse and keyboard.

America 250: Puzzle Mural Art

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Gateway Library
Program Type:
America 250, Craft
Age Group:
Family, All Ages

Celebrate 250 years of community by creating something meaningful—together as a family!

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Age Group: Family, All Ages
Program Type: America 250, Craft
Event Details:

Celebrate 250 years of community by creating something meaningful—together as a family!

Trading Card Game Club

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Games
Age Group:
School Age

Are you a fan of the Pokémon© Trading Card Game? Then the Red Mountain Trading Card Game Club is the place for you! Bring your most powerful Pokémon© deck to the library and play against other kids in your community.

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

Are you a fan of the Pokémon© Trading Card Game? Then the Red Mountain Trading Card Game Club is the place for you! Bring your most powerful Pokémon© deck to the library and play against other kids in your community.

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

I Survived the Past: 2010s-2020s

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
America 250, Craft, Educational
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Learning history can be interesting, but it could be more fun with hands on activities!

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Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: America 250, Craft, Educational
Event Details:

Learning history can be interesting, but it could be more fun with hands on activities!

Cover of We're Back! A Dinosaur Story

Family Movie Night

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Bring the entire family and watch We're Back! A Dinosaur's Story in the library. Feel free to bring blankets and pillows to get comfy. Crafts, coloring sheets and limited snacks will be provided.

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

Bring the entire family and watch We're Back! A Dinosaur's Story in the library. Feel free to bring blankets and pillows to get comfy. Crafts, coloring sheets and limited snacks will be provided.

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.

Thread, a bobbin, shears, and a tape measure on a piece of cloth.

Sew Dino Nugget Plushies - for Adults

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Educational, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Learn how to use the Brother sewing machines by creating your own sewing project. Instruction and materials are provided. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Brother sewing machines by creating your own sewing project. Instruction and materials are provided. 

AI Safety Awareness Project logo, AISAP letters on blue background

Where is Artificial Intelligence in 2026 and Where is it Going?

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

This free, non-technical workshop led by members of the AI Safety Awareness Foundation is open to anyone who’s ever wondered where artificial intelligence might ultimately lead and wants to explore the topic in a relaxed, fun, and interactive sett

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

This free, non-technical workshop led by members of the AI Safety Awareness Foundation is open to anyone who’s ever wondered where artificial intelligence might ultimately lead and wants to explore the topic in a relaxed, fun, and interactive sett

Group of preschool aged children clapping.

Toddlertime

Thursday, June 25, 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 25, 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 25, 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.