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This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group

Radical Reptiles Live!

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mesa Express Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
School Age

Get ready for a wild and educational adventure as Radical Reptiles slithers into the Mesa Express Library!

Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Get ready for a wild and educational adventure as Radical Reptiles slithers into the Mesa Express Library!

This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

App Artist

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
THINKspot @ GW at THINKspot at Gateway
Program Type:
Educational, STEAM
Age Group:
Tween

Every week we will create awesome projects using all sorts of different apps.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Room: THINKspot @ GW
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Educational, STEAM
Event Details:

Every week we will create awesome projects using all sorts of different apps.

Disclaimer(s)

Ticketed Event

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

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Laser-Cutting 101 - for Teens

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Glowforge (TS@MN) at THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Teen

Learn how to use a Glowforge laser cutter and engrave your very own Arizona keychain. Mesa celebrates America250!

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: Glowforge (TS@MN)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Learn how to use a Glowforge laser cutter and engrave your very own Arizona keychain. Mesa celebrates America250!

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

3D Printing: Model Design Workshop

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Do you have questions about designing your own 3D models? Are you interested in trying to design something for the first time?

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

Do you have questions about designing your own 3D models? Are you interested in trying to design something for the first time?

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Spring into Steam

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Come join us for spring STEAM activities. Ages 6-12.

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

Come join us for spring STEAM activities. Ages 6-12.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

App Artist

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
THINKspot @ MN at THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Educational, STEAM
Age Group:
Tween

Every first Tuesday we will create awesome projects using all sorts of different apps. Learn vector graphics, raster graphics, pixel graphics, animation, and how to take your own work to the next level.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @ MN
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Educational, STEAM
Event Details:

Every first Tuesday we will create awesome projects using all sorts of different apps. Learn vector graphics, raster graphics, pixel graphics, animation, and how to take your own work to the next level.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Walk-In Wednesdays

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM
Age Group:
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: 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 "Gateway Library" group

Building Blocks Club

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Games, STEAM
Age Group:
School Age, Family

Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO®. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO® and Duplo® blocks will be provided. Ages 5-12.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Games, STEAM
Event Details:

Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO®. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO® and Duplo® blocks will be provided. Ages 5-12.

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 "Main Library" group

Mini Makers

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Educational, STEAM
Age Group:
Early Childhood

Join us for Mini Makers, a bimonthly hands-on program for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.

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

Join us for Mini Makers, a bimonthly hands-on program for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

How to Catch a Leprechaun Story and Craft

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft, STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Family

Listen to the story How to Catch a Leprechaun by Adam Wallace and make a leprechaun trap afterwards.

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Craft, STEAM
Event Details:

Listen to the story How to Catch a Leprechaun by Adam Wallace and make a leprechaun trap afterwards.

This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group

Outdoor STEAM

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Mesa Express Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
School Age

Come for a fun engaging outdoor STEAM program designed to spark curiosity and creativity in young minds!  Each session features hands-on, nature-inspired activities that blend science and art in exciting ways.

Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Come for a fun engaging outdoor STEAM program designed to spark curiosity and creativity in young minds!  Each session features hands-on, nature-inspired activities that blend science and art in exciting ways.

Disclaimer(s)

MEL Programs

All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors. 

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Tinkering For Toddlers

Friday, March 13, 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.

This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group

Arizona Game and Fish Presents: Desert Tortoise

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mesa Express Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
School Age

Explore the world of desert tortoises with a fun and interactive presentation from Arizona Fish and Game!

Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Explore the world of desert tortoises with a fun and interactive presentation from Arizona Fish and Game!

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Tween Makers

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
THINKspot @ MN at THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Tween

In celebration of America250, we will be learning about famous American artists while we create artwork with baking soda paint. Mesa celebrates America250!

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @ MN
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

In celebration of America250, we will be learning about famous American artists while we create artwork with baking soda paint. Mesa celebrates America250!

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Van Gogh's Sunflower Art

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Craft, Educational, STEAM
Age Group:
Children

Van Gogh's Sunflowers series painting is one of the most iconic and widely recognized pieces of his collection.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Craft, Educational, STEAM
Event Details:

Van Gogh's Sunflowers series painting is one of the most iconic and widely recognized pieces of his collection.

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.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Walk-In Wednesdays

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM
Age Group:
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: 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 "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...

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

Mini Makers

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Educational, STEAM
Age Group:
Early Childhood

Join us for Mini Makers, a bimonthly hands-on program for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.

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

Join us for Mini Makers, a bimonthly hands-on program for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.

This event is in the "Bookmobile" group

Outdoor STEAM with the Read Runner

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
School Age

Come for a fun engaging outdoor STEAM program designed to spark curiosity and creativity in young minds!  Each session features hands-on, nature-inspired activities that blend science and art in exciting ways.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Come for a fun engaging outdoor STEAM program designed to spark curiosity and creativity in young minds!  Each session features hands-on, nature-inspired activities that blend science and art in exciting ways.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

STEAMers

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
THINKspot at Gateway
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
School Age

Join us as we explore the exciting world of STEAM! Each month we’ll focus on a new topic—like robotics, forensic science, digital art, or geometry—through hands-on activities and creative experiments. This month: TBA

Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Join us as we explore the exciting world of STEAM! Each month we’ll focus on a new topic—like robotics, forensic science, digital art, or geometry—through hands-on activities and creative experiments. This month: TBA

This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

App Artist

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
THINKspot @ GW at THINKspot at Gateway
Program Type:
Educational, STEAM
Age Group:
Tween

Every week we will create awesome projects using all sorts of different apps.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Room: THINKspot @ GW
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Educational, STEAM
Event Details:

Every week we will create awesome projects using all sorts of different apps.

Disclaimer(s)

Ticketed Event

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

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

3D Printing: Model Design Workshop

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Do you have questions about designing your own 3D models? Are you interested in trying to design something for the first time? Come to our 3D Printing: Model Design workshop.

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

Do you have questions about designing your own 3D models? Are you interested in trying to design something for the first time? Come to our 3D Printing: Model Design workshop.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Building Blocks Club

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Games, STEAM
Age Group:
School Age, Family
LEGO Club:

Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO and DUPLO blocks will be provided.

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Games, STEAM

Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO and DUPLO blocks will be provided.

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

Exploring Tinkercad: 3D Model Design

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Instructional, STEAM
Age Group:
Tween, Teen, Adult

Learn the basics of designing a 3D model in the free online program Tinkercad. Participants will create their own accounts, learn how to navigate the software, and experiment with 3D design! 

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Tween, Teen, Adult
Program Type: Instructional, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of designing a 3D model in the free online program Tinkercad. Participants will create their own accounts, learn how to navigate the software, and experiment with 3D design!