This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Make a Manga Button Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Teen Space (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Age Group: Teen Make a one-of-a-kind button using recycled manga pages. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Mar 17 2026 Tue Make a Manga Button 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Teen Space (RM) Age Group: Teen Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Make a one-of-a-kind button using recycled manga pages.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Craft Night: Beaded Plant Stakes Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Age Group: Teen, Adult Try your hand at a low-stakes craft night. This month we'll be making beaded plant stakes to spruce up your indoor plants. View Details This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Craft Night: Beaded Plant Stakes 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Try your hand at a low-stakes craft night. This month we'll be making beaded plant stakes to spruce up your indoor plants.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Spring Equinox in the Monarch Garden Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Monarch Haven (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: STEAM, Sustainability Age Group: Family, All Ages Families are invited to a flutter-tastic Spring Equinox celebration at the Monarch Haven & Reading Sanctuary Sustainability: This program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in... View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Mar 21 2026 Sat Spring Equinox in the Monarch Garden 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Monarch Haven (RM) Age Group: Family, All Ages Program Type: STEAM, Sustainability Event Details: Families are invited to a flutter-tastic Spring Equinox celebration at the Monarch Haven & Reading Sanctuary This program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in our community, and address the negative outcomes of a changing climate. Learn about the Library’s sustainability efforts Get tips on living green
This event is in the "Main Library" group Smart Cycling FUN-damentals Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library Program Type: Educational, Sustainability Age Group: Teen, Adult Whether you're new to biking or getting back into it, this FREE, beginner friendly class provided by MesaMoves will give you the confidence and know-how to ride smart from the start. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Main Library" group Apr 2 2026 Thu Smart Cycling FUN-damentals 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Saguaro Room (MN) Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Educational, Sustainability Registration Required Event Details: Whether you're new to biking or getting back into it, this FREE, beginner friendly class provided by MesaMoves will give you the confidence and know-how to ride smart from the start.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Collage Club - Teen Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Teen Zone (MN) at Main Library Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Age Group: Teen Create art by cutting and pasting photos you love! Recycled magazines will be provided for inspiration, but feel free to bring images of your own too. View Details This event is in the "Main Library" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Collage Club - Teen 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Teen Zone (MN) Age Group: Teen Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Create art by cutting and pasting photos you love! Recycled magazines will be provided for inspiration, but feel free to bring images of your own too.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Tinkering For Toddlers Friday, April 10, 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. View Details This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 10 2026 Fri Tinkering For Toddlers 10:00am–10:45am 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.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Puzzle Swap Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Entertainment, Games, Sustainability Age Group: Adult Have extra puzzles at home or looking for something new to work on? Drop in for our Puzzle Swap and trade jigsaw puzzles with other community members. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Apr 11 2026 Sat Puzzle Swap 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Entertainment, Games, Sustainability Event Details: Have extra puzzles at home or looking for something new to work on? Drop in for our Puzzle Swap and trade jigsaw puzzles with other community members.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Plant Swap & Propagation Demonstrations Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Monarch Haven (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Educational, Sustainability Age Group: Adult Bring your potted plants and cuttings to swap with other plant lovers at Red Mountain Library. Paper cards will be provided for you to fill out the identity and care instructions for the plants you are swapping. Sustainability: This program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in... View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 11 2026 Sat Plant Swap & Propagation Demonstrations 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Monarch Haven (RM) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational, Sustainability Event Details: Bring your potted plants and cuttings to swap with other plant lovers at Red Mountain Library. Paper cards will be provided for you to fill out the identity and care instructions for the plants you are swapping. This program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in our community, and address the negative outcomes of a changing climate. Learn about the Library’s sustainability efforts Get tips on living green
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Conserving or Restoring Vintage Hand Tools Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Educational, Instructional, Sustainability Age Group: Adult Have you inherited rusty or unusable hand tools and wondered how to bring them back to life? View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Apr 11 2026 Sat Conserving or Restoring Vintage Hand Tools 1:00pm–2:30pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational, Instructional, Sustainability Event Details: Have you inherited rusty or unusable hand tools and wondered how to bring them back to life?
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Recycled Wind Spinner Craft Monday, April 13, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Age Group: School Age Get creative and transform an old CD into a wind spinner using beads, gemstones, and paint. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Recycled Wind Spinner Craft 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: School Age Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Get creative and transform an old CD into a wind spinner using beads, gemstones, and paint.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Book Hedgehogs Monday, April 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Age Group: Teen Come make a hedgehog out of recycled books. Ages 12-18. Sustainability: This program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in... View Details This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Book Hedgehogs 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Teen Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Come make a hedgehog out of recycled books. Ages 12-18. This program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in our community, and address the negative outcomes of a changing climate. Learn about the Library’s sustainability efforts Get tips on living green
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Book Page Flowers Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Age Group: Tween Come make a flower out of book pages. Ages 8-12. Sustainability: This program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in... View Details This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Book Page Flowers 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Tween Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Come make a flower out of book pages. Ages 8-12. This program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in our community, and address the negative outcomes of a changing climate. Learn about the Library’s sustainability efforts Get tips on living green
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Craft Night: Found Word Buttons Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Age Group: Teen, Adult Try your hand at a low-stakes craft night. This month we'll be using discarded book pages to create buttons with custom messages. View Details This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Craft Night: Found Word Buttons 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Try your hand at a low-stakes craft night. This month we'll be using discarded book pages to create buttons with custom messages.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group Wildflower Seed Paper Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm THINKspot @ MN at THINKspot at Main Program Type: Sustainability Age Group: Adult Learn how to make paper and add wildflower seeds, so it can be planted at home. View Details This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Wildflower Seed Paper 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Main Room: THINKspot @ MN Age Group: Adult Program Type: Sustainability Event Details: Learn how to make paper and add wildflower seeds, so it can be planted at home.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group 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. View Details This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group Apr 18 2026 Sat Mending Lab 12:00pm–3:00pm 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.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Seed Bombs Monday, April 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library Program Type: Sustainability Age Group: Tween, Teen Celebrate Earth Day by making seed bombs. Ages 8-18. Sustainability: This program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in... View Details This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Seed Bombs 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Tween, Teen Program Type: Sustainability Event Details: Celebrate Earth Day by making seed bombs. Ages 8-18. This program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in our community, and address the negative outcomes of a changing climate. Learn about the Library’s sustainability efforts Get tips on living green
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Change-A-Maze Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: STEAM, Sustainability Age Group: School Age Turn a shoebox into a fun maze toy. Change the paths and challenge your friends! View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Change-A-Maze 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: School Age Program Type: STEAM, Sustainability Event Details: Turn a shoebox into a fun maze toy. Change the paths and challenge your friends!
This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group Mason Jar Beehives for Earth Day Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Mesa Express Library Program Type: Sustainability Age Group: School Age Celebrate Earth Day with a creative, hands-on activity! Kids will make their own Mason Jar Beehives while learning why bees are so important to our planet. View Details This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group Apr 22 2026 Wed Mason Jar Beehives for Earth Day 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Mesa Express Library Age Group: School Age Program Type: Sustainability Event Details: Celebrate Earth Day with a creative, hands-on activity! Kids will make their own Mason Jar Beehives while learning why bees are so important to our planet. Disclaimer(s) MEL Programs All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group "Climate Future" a Film Festival Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Movie, Special Program, Sustainability Age Group: Teen, Adult Experience ten short films from four continents in one powerful two-hour program. Sustainability: This program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in... View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Apr 23 2026 Thu "Climate Future" a Film Festival 5:30pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Movie, Special Program, Sustainability Event Details: Experience ten short films from four continents in one powerful two-hour program. This program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in our community, and address the negative outcomes of a changing climate. Learn about the Library’s sustainability efforts Get tips on living green
This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Ask a Master Gardener: The ABCs of Summer Gardening Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Program Type: America 250, Educational, Sustainability Age Group: Adult Summer in Arizona is just around the corner and this is a perfect time to learn how to prepare your garden for the sun and the heat. View Details This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Apr 25 2026 Sat Ask a Master Gardener: The ABCs of Summer Gardening 10:00am–11:30am Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Room: THINKspot @ DR Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250, Educational, Sustainability Event Details: Summer in Arizona is just around the corner and this is a perfect time to learn how to prepare your garden for the sun and the heat.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Tinkering For Toddlers Friday, May 8, 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. View Details This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group May 8 2026 Fri Tinkering For Toddlers 10:00am–10:45am 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.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Acoustic Sound Benefits to Plants by Jim Dilettoso from SVdP Mesa Sound Garden Friday, May 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am Roadrunner Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Educational, Sustainability Age Group: Teen, Adult Urban farmer Ka-Linda Blackner from St. Vincent de Paul will be offering a horticulture talk on the benefits of acoustic sound to plants. Sustainability: This program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in... View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 8 2026 Fri Acoustic Sound Benefits to Plants by Jim Dilettoso from SVdP Mesa Sound Garden 10:00am–11:30am Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Roadrunner Room (RM) Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Educational, Sustainability Event Details: Urban farmer Ka-Linda Blackner from St. Vincent de Paul will be offering a horticulture talk on the benefits of acoustic sound to plants. This program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in our community, and address the negative outcomes of a changing climate. Learn about the Library’s sustainability efforts Get tips on living green
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Ask A Master Gardener Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Educational, Sustainability Age Group: Adult University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners are certified volunteers who answer questions about gardening, landscaping, plant identification, and plant problems. Sustainability: This program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in... View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 9 2026 Sat Ask A Master Gardener 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational, Sustainability Event Details: University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners are certified volunteers who answer questions about gardening, landscaping, plant identification, and plant problems. This program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in our community, and address the negative outcomes of a changing climate. Learn about the Library’s sustainability efforts Get tips on living green
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Art Cart Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Roadrunner Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Age Group: School Age Join us each month for some crafts. Drop in to make your own art or participate in the theme of the month. This month's craft: Sock puppets. Ages 6+ View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 9 2026 Sat Art Cart 3:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Roadrunner Room (RM) Age Group: School Age Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Join us each month for some crafts. Drop in to make your own art or participate in the theme of the month. This month's craft: Sock puppets. Ages 6+