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This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Craft Night: Gift Bows and Tags

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 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 gift bows and tags from recycled book pages.

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 gift bows and tags from recycled book pages.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Wrapping up the Holidays

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Want to elevate your wrapping game this holiday season? Learn the basics of wrapping—including materials, folding techniques, and decorations—while also seeing how you can add some extra pizzazz to your gifts.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft, Instructional
Event Details:

Want to elevate your wrapping game this holiday season? Learn the basics of wrapping—including materials, folding techniques, and decorations—while also seeing how you can add some extra pizzazz to your gifts.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Holiday Cardmaking

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Children, Family

Celebrate the season at a family-friendly workshop where kids and families create handmade holiday cards to keep or donate. The event supports early literacy, creativity, and community giving.

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

Celebrate the season at a family-friendly workshop where kids and families create handmade holiday cards to keep or donate. The event supports early literacy, creativity, and community giving.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Crochet Away

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
All Ages

Join us at the Gateway Library with your yarn project and connect across generations through a shared love of fiber arts. Enjoy a welcoming space to create, share tips, and engage in conversation. Crafting is better together!

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Join us at the Gateway Library with your yarn project and connect across generations through a shared love of fiber arts. Enjoy a welcoming space to create, share tips, and engage in conversation. Crafting is better together!

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Art Cart

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft, Sustainability
Age Group:
Tween, Teen

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 theme: No Sew Penguin Sock craft. Ages 8+

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Tween, Teen
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 theme: No Sew Penguin Sock craft. Ages 8+

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

Crochet Circle

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Children, Tween, Teen, Adult

Whether you're a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, join us for a fun and relaxed crochet class! Learn the basics, work on creative projects, and enjoy a welcoming space to stitch and socialize.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Children, Tween, Teen, Adult
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Whether you're a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, join us for a fun and relaxed crochet class! Learn the basics, work on creative projects, and enjoy a welcoming space to stitch and socialize.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Saturday at the Ranch - Recycled Creations

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Craft, Sustainability
Age Group:
School Age, Family

Families who craft together stay together. We’ll provide supplies, tools, and ideas to get you started, but the final creation is up to you.

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

Families who craft together stay together. We’ll provide supplies, tools, and ideas to get you started, but the final creation is up to you.

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

Crochet Circle

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Children, Tween, Teen, Adult

Whether you're a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, join us for a fun and relaxed crochet class! Learn the basics, work on creative projects, and enjoy a welcoming space to stitch and socialize.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Children, Tween, Teen, Adult
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Whether you're a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, join us for a fun and relaxed crochet class! Learn the basics, work on creative projects, and enjoy a welcoming space to stitch and socialize.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Noon Year's Day Celebration

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft, Entertainment
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Family

Help us ring in the "Noon Year". Come dressed in your best for a party just for kids. We'll have crafts, dancing and treats. 

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

Help us ring in the "Noon Year". Come dressed in your best for a party just for kids. We'll have crafts, dancing and treats. 

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 Red Mountain" group

Vision Boards

Thursday, January 1, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Stop by THINKspot at Red Mountain Library during the month of January to create a vision board for this new year. Poster board, vision board books, magazines, and art supplies will be provided. 

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

Stop by THINKspot at Red Mountain Library during the month of January to create a vision board for this new year. Poster board, vision board books, magazines, and art supplies will be provided. 

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Cozy Creatures, Sleepy Forest

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft, Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood

When the cold winds blow, the animals find warm, safe places to rest. Join us for gentle stories, songs, and a cozy craft all about hibernation and winter rest. Ages 3-5.

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

When the cold winds blow, the animals find warm, safe places to rest. Join us for gentle stories, songs, and a cozy craft all about hibernation and winter rest. Ages 3-5.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Tween Crafters: New Years around the World

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Craft, Educational, Entertainment
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Ring in the New Year by discovering fun and unique ways people celebrate new beginnings around the world. Then, create your own festive “New Year Wish” flag to share hopes and goals for the year ahead.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: Craft, Educational, Entertainment
Event Details:

Ring in the New Year by discovering fun and unique ways people celebrate new beginnings around the world. Then, create your own festive “New Year Wish” flag to share hopes and goals for the year ahead.

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

Crochet Circle

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
School Age, Adult

Whether you're a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, join us for a fun and relaxed crochet class! Learn the basics, work on creative projects, and enjoy a welcoming space to stitch and socialize.

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

Whether you're a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, join us for a fun and relaxed crochet class! Learn the basics, work on creative projects, and enjoy a welcoming space to stitch and socialize.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Dreadful Art Club

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Tween, Teen

Join us as we discover how fun it is to make absolutely dreadful art! Bring your worst art skills and see what kind of fun we can have! 

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Join us as we discover how fun it is to make absolutely dreadful art! Bring your worst art skills and see what kind of fun we can have! 

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Walk-In Wednesdays

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM
Age Group:
Children, School Age, Tween

Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment - something fun will be happening every Wednesday in the Youth Activity Room! Supplies are limited.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, School Age, Tween
Program Type: Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM
Event Details:

Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment - something fun will be happening every Wednesday in the Youth Activity Room! Supplies are limited.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

For the Thrill of Quill - Adults

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot @ GW at THINKspot at Gateway
Program Type:
America 250, Craft
Age Group:
Adult

Mesa Celebrates America 250: Learn this amazing paper spinning technique that blends strips of recycled paper and creativity. Turn your design into a card or a piece of recycled art for your wall.

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 Gateway
Room: THINKspot @ GW
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: America 250, Craft
Registration Required
Event Details:

Mesa Celebrates America 250: Learn this amazing paper spinning technique that blends strips of recycled paper and creativity. Turn your design into a card or a piece of recycled art for your wall.

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

Learn to Crochet

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Join us as we learn a beginner crochet project with an experienced instructor. If you already know how to crochet, feel free to bring your own project to work on and enjoy the company of other makers.  

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

Join us as we learn a beginner crochet project with an experienced instructor. If you already know how to crochet, feel free to bring your own project to work on and enjoy the company of other makers.  

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Collage Club - Teen

Thursday, January 8, 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.

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 "THINKspot at Gateway" group

For the Thrill of Quill - Teens

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
THINKspot @ GW at THINKspot at Gateway
Program Type:
America 250, Craft
Age Group:
Teen

Mesa Celebrates America 250: Learn this amazing paper spinning technique that blends strips of recycled paper and creativity. Turn your design into a card or a piece of recycled art for your wall.

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

Mesa Celebrates America 250: Learn this amazing paper spinning technique that blends strips of recycled paper and creativity. Turn your design into a card or a piece of recycled art for your wall.

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 Red Mountain" group

Coloring Club

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Adult, Family

Relax and color your stress away. Coloring pages and colored pencils, markers, and crayons will be provided, or you may bring your own.  Card-making materials will also be provided.

 

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

Relax and color your stress away. Coloring pages and colored pencils, markers, and crayons will be provided, or you may bring your own.  Card-making materials will also be provided.

 

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

Learn to Crochet: Evening Session

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Join us for our evening session as we learn a beginner crochet project with an experienced instructor. If you already know how to crochet, feel free to bring your own project to work on and enjoy the company of other makers.  

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

Join us for our evening session as we learn a beginner crochet project with an experienced instructor. If you already know how to crochet, feel free to bring your own project to work on and enjoy the company of other makers.  

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

Art Journaling

Friday, January 9, 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.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

FarmBot Winter Seeding Open House

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
THINKspot @ GW at THINKspot at Gateway
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Family

See FarmBot in action as we demonstrate how it plants seeds with precision technology. Afterwards, enjoy a tasting from the harvest of our previous crop
 

Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Room: THINKspot @ GW
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Craft, Instructional
Event Details:

See FarmBot in action as we demonstrate how it plants seeds with precision technology. Afterwards, enjoy a tasting from the harvest of our previous crop
 

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

Paper Cutting Machines: Thank You Cards

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Silhouette Cameo (TS@RM) at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Learn to use THINKspot’s paper cutting machine to design Thank You cards. Supplies for this craft will be provided.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: Silhouette Cameo (TS@RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft, Instructional
Event Details:

Learn to use THINKspot’s paper cutting machine to design Thank You cards. Supplies for this craft will be provided.