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This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

RPG at the Library - Adult

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm
THINKspot @MN at THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Learn and play Dungeons & Dragons®  with an experienced player.  Already know how to play? Come in and use the space to lead your own campaign. New players are welcome.

 

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Event Details:

Learn and play Dungeons & Dragons®  with an experienced player.  Already know how to play? Come in and use the space to lead your own campaign. New players are welcome.

 

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Family Art Lab: Salt Dough

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Family

Color your world by learning using different materials to create art. This week we will be making salt dough to create your own sculpture.

Supplies are limited 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Craft, Instructional
Event Details:

Color your world by learning using different materials to create art. This week we will be making salt dough to create your own sculpture.

Supplies are limited 

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.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group

Back to School Helmet Popup

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Instructional, Sustainability
Age Group:
Children, School Age

Class is back in session in August and City of Mesa's Bicycle and Pedestrian Program wants to help you ride back safely.  Join us at one of the Helmet Distribution Events to pick up a new helmet.  Staff will be distributing free helmets

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...

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Instructional, Sustainability
Registration Required
Event Details:

Class is back in session in August and City of Mesa's Bicycle and Pedestrian Program wants to help you ride back safely.  Join us at one of the Helmet Distribution Events to pick up a new helmet.  Staff will be distributing free helmets

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

Teen Time: Custom Zipper Pouches

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Instructional, STEAM
Age Group:
Teen

Choose a design and learn to use our Silhouette Cameo to cut heat transfer vinyl to customize a zippered pouch. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Instructional, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Choose a design and learn to use our Silhouette Cameo to cut heat transfer vinyl to customize a zippered pouch. 

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class Prerequisite

Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group

RESCHEDULED: Custom Zipper Pouches with the Cameo

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Silhouette Cameo (TS@DR) at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Rescheduled from Friday, July 11. Choose a design and learn to use our Silhouette Cameo to cut heat transfer vinyl to customize a zippered pouch. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: Silhouette Cameo (TS@DR)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Rescheduled from Friday, July 11. Choose a design and learn to use our Silhouette Cameo to cut heat transfer vinyl to customize a zippered pouch. 

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class Prerequisite

Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Big Art Day

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Family

End the summer by creating community art.

Supplies are limited 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Craft, Instructional
Event Details:

End the summer by creating community art.

Supplies are limited 

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.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Lifesaver Class Presented by City of Mesa Fire and Medical

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Educational, Instructional
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Knowing what to do in the first few minutes of an emergency can help to save a life! Lifesaver training provides you with critical skills to use in an emergency to help until we arrive. 

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

Knowing what to do in the first few minutes of an emergency can help to save a life! Lifesaver training provides you with critical skills to use in an emergency to help until we arrive. 

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Summer Hot Weather and Night Riding

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Instructional
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

The end of summer in Mesa does not mean a drastic reduction in daytime temperatures but there are precautions you can take before you go for a ride.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

The end of summer in Mesa does not mean a drastic reduction in daytime temperatures but there are precautions you can take before you go for a ride.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

"Wait, What Do I Say?": Professional Communication for Teens

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Instructional
Age Group:
Teen

If you've ever dreaded making a phone call or replying to a professional email, this program's for you. Get ready to apply for school and/or jobs by learning how to make phone calls and write emails in a polished manner.

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

If you've ever dreaded making a phone call or replying to a professional email, this program's for you. Get ready to apply for school and/or jobs by learning how to make phone calls and write emails in a polished manner.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Fanful Crafts: Wood-Burn Video Game Coins

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional, STEAM
Age Group:
Teen

Unleash your inner geek with a crafting club made just for fandom-loving teens. From DIY cosplay props to pixel art, each session brings a new way to create, connect, and geek out over your favorite games, shows, and stories.

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Craft, Instructional, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unleash your inner geek with a crafting club made just for fandom-loving teens. From DIY cosplay props to pixel art, each session brings a new way to create, connect, and geek out over your favorite games, shows, and stories.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group

Medicare 101

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Health, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Medicare is complex and evolving; it is a health insurance program for folks turning 65 years old and for people with certain disabilities.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health, Instructional
Event Details:

Medicare is complex and evolving; it is a health insurance program for folks turning 65 years old and for people with certain disabilities.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Color and Chill

Friday, August 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Instructional
Age Group:
Teen

Please join us as we sit back, relax, and color.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Entertainment, Instructional
Event Details:

Please join us as we sit back, relax, and color.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group

Teen Time: Glowforge Pencil Engraving

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Glowforge (TS@DR) at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Instructional, STEAM
Age Group:
Teen

Get started using THINKspot's Glowforge and engrave your own message on pencils. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: Glowforge (TS@DR)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Instructional, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get started using THINKspot's Glowforge and engrave your own message on pencils. 

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class Prerequisite

Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Peaceful Sketch: Digital Art for Mindfulness

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Glowforge (TS@MN) at THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Craft, Health, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Unwind and reconnect through the calming practice of neurographic art, a unique form of mindful drawing that turns thoughts into flowing lines and shapes.

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: Glowforge (TS@MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft, Health, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unwind and reconnect through the calming practice of neurographic art, a unique form of mindful drawing that turns thoughts into flowing lines and shapes.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Drawn to Anime

Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
THINKspot @MN at THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Educational, Instructional, STEAM
Age Group:
Teen

Discover the art of anime drawing in this hands-on program where teens learn to draw digitally. Come on in to explore character design, expressions, and dynamic poses with guidance. Beginners are welcome.

Ages 12-18.

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Educational, Instructional, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover the art of anime drawing in this hands-on program where teens learn to draw digitally. Come on in to explore character design, expressions, and dynamic poses with guidance. Beginners are welcome.

Ages 12-18.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Let's Play

Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Educational, Entertainment, Instructional
Age Group:
Children
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Educational, Entertainment, Instructional
This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

RPG at the Library - Adult

Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm
THINKspot @MN at THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Learn and play Dungeons & Dragons®  with an experienced player.  Already know how to play? Come in and use the space to lead your own campaign. New players are welcome.

 

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Event Details:

Learn and play Dungeons & Dragons®  with an experienced player.  Already know how to play? Come in and use the space to lead your own campaign. New players are welcome.

 

This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group

Glowforge Pencil Engraving

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Glowforge (TS@DR) at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Get started using THINKspot's Glowforge and engrave your own message on pencils. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: Glowforge (TS@DR)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get started using THINKspot's Glowforge and engrave your own message on pencils. 

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class Prerequisite

Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Let's Eat! for Adults

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Educational, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

To allow others the opportunity to participate, please register for only one of the two Let's Eat! for Adults programs.

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

To allow others the opportunity to participate, please register for only one of the two Let's Eat! for Adults programs.

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.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Let's Eat! for Adults

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Educational, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

To allow others the opportunity to participate, please register for only one of the two Let's Eat! for Adults programs.

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

To allow others the opportunity to participate, please register for only one of the two Let's Eat! for Adults programs.

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.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group

Glowforge Pencil Engraving

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Glowforge (TS@DR) at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Get started using THINKspot's Glowforge and engrave your own message on pencils. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: Glowforge (TS@DR)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get started using THINKspot's Glowforge and engrave your own message on pencils. 

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class Prerequisite

Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Medicare 101

Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Health, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Medicare is complex and evolving, it is a health insurance program for folks turning 65 years old and for people with certain disabilities.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health, Instructional
Event Details:

Medicare is complex and evolving, it is a health insurance program for folks turning 65 years old and for people with certain disabilities.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group

Introduction to Microsoft Excel

Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Computer Class, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Learn the foundations of Microsoft Excel - including how to create, edit, and format data in a spreadsheet.

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the foundations of Microsoft Excel - including how to create, edit, and format data in a spreadsheet.

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class Prerequisite

Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group

Intermediate/ Advanced Excel

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Computer Class, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Learn how to sort, filter, freeze panes, conduct basic math, and create charts. Then learn advanced Excel topics like how to create pivot tables, how to use multiple spreadsheets, and how to use absolute references, vlookup, and other techniq

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to sort, filter, freeze panes, conduct basic math, and create charts. Then learn advanced Excel topics like how to create pivot tables, how to use multiple spreadsheets, and how to use absolute references, vlookup, and other techniq

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class Prerequisite

Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.