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This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

ESL Conversation Class

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Study Room 1 (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adult

Practice English and meet new friends! Build your English listening and speaking skills while learning about American culture. Please bring a notebook and pencil. Best for intermediate learners. Ages 18+.

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 1 (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Practice English and meet new friends! Build your English listening and speaking skills while learning about American culture. Please bring a notebook and pencil. Best for intermediate learners. Ages 18+.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Saturday at the Ranch: Puzzles

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children, School Age, Family

We’ll break out the puzzles and families can choose their favorites to put together. Puzzles are beneficial for cognitive function, problem solving, and spatial reasoning.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Age Group: Children, School Age, Family
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

We’ll break out the puzzles and families can choose their favorites to put together. Puzzles are beneficial for cognitive function, problem solving, and spatial reasoning.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

THINKspot Embroidery Demo

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
THINKspot @ GW at THINKspot at Gateway
Program Type:
Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into hands-on learning with some of THINKspot’s most exciting and advanced equipment.

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

Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into hands-on learning with some of THINKspot’s most exciting and advanced equipment.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

A Far-Off Galaxy Watch-A-Long

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
All Ages

Join us for a galactic movie experience. Each month, we will be working our way through the Stars Wars movies in order of the release date. This month, we will be watching The Empire Strikes Back (PG). All ages welcome. 

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Join us for a galactic movie experience. Each month, we will be working our way through the Stars Wars movies in order of the release date. This month, we will be watching The Empire Strikes Back (PG). All ages welcome. 

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Building Blocks Club

Saturday, February 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 "Gateway Library" group

Sensory Storytime

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Early Childhood

Join us for an adaptive story time designed to help children with sensory integration and neurodiverse challenges join in library programs. This program utilizes music, movement, repetition, and books that increase children's engagement.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood
Program Type: Educational, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for an adaptive story time designed to help children with sensory integration and neurodiverse challenges join in library programs. This program utilizes music, movement, repetition, and books that increase children's engagement.

Disclaimer(s)

IBCCES Autism Certified

The Dobson Ranch Library is IBCCES Autism Certified. IBCCES trains/certifies organizations to better serve individuals with cognitive disorders. These ideals are incorporated at all Dobson Ranch Library programs. If you have any concerns or need to request specific accommodations for you or your child, please contact us.

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

Mini Makers

Monday, February 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

Toddlertime

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain 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: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
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)

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 "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group

3D Print Magnets

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ultimaker S3 (TS@RM) at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Instructional, STEAM
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Learn the basic of 3D printers and create your own magnet design or download a premade design from Thingiverse.com. 3D Print your magnet, then stick a magnetic strip (provided by the library) on the back.

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: Ultimaker S3 (TS@RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Instructional, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basic of 3D printers and create your own magnet design or download a premade design from Thingiverse.com. 3D Print your magnet, then stick a magnetic strip (provided by the library) on the back.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Baby Lapsit

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway 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: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

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

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 "Red Mountain Library" group

Toddlertime

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain 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: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
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)

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 "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group

Computer Skills Training

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Computer Class
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Mesa librarians will help you navigate several online learning platforms for technology so that you can improve your computer skills at your own pace and on your own time.

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

Mesa librarians will help you navigate several online learning platforms for technology so that you can improve your computer skills at your own pace and on your own time.

This event is in the "Bookmobile" group

Bookmobile Stop: Sousa Elementrary

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Paper Folding Fortune Finders and Heart Shaped Notes

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
School Age

Learn the art of origami as we create fortune finders and heart shaped notes in time for Valentine's Day.

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

Learn the art of origami as we create fortune finders and heart shaped notes in time for Valentine's Day.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

Pass the Plate

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
THINKspot at Gateway
Program Type:
Educational, Health
Age Group:
Children, School Age

Learn about different cultures through food by passing the plate! We will explore how common everyday foods are utilized in various types of cooking. Together, we will cook a simple dish so you can experience food for yourself. 

Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Educational, Health
Event Details:

Learn about different cultures through food by passing the plate! We will explore how common everyday foods are utilized in various types of cooking. Together, we will cook a simple dish so you can experience food for yourself. 

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.

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

Tween Gaming

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children, Tween

Bring your friends and join in the fun with Switch Games like Super Smash Bros.

Open to tweens between the ages of 8-12.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Children, Tween
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Bring your friends and join in the fun with Switch Games like Super Smash Bros.

Open to tweens between the ages of 8-12.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Movie Rewind: 10 Things I Hate About You

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Teen

Join us for movies from the 90's and early 2000's. We will be watching 10 Things I Hate About You (PG-13).

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Join us for movies from the 90's and early 2000's. We will be watching 10 Things I Hate About You (PG-13).

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

Valentine Cards for Mesa Seniors

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Adult, All Ages

Join us to make cards for Mesa residents that live in assisted living and long-term care.

All supplies will be provided, this program is for all ages.

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

Join us to make cards for Mesa residents that live in assisted living and long-term care.

All supplies will be provided, this program is for all ages.

This event is in the "Outreach Services" group

A Novel Approach

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Outreach Services
Program Type:
Book Groups
Age Group:
Adult

Join this community group in discussing mostly general fiction titles. 

Meeting Date     Title/ Author

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach Services
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Groups
Event Details:

Join this community group in discussing mostly general fiction titles. 

Meeting Date     Title/ Author

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Toddlertime

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway 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: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
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)

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

Preschool Storytime

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

Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this storytime designed to get children ready for kindergarten. Ages 3-5.

 

 

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

Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this storytime designed to get children ready for kindergarten. Ages 3-5.

 

 

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 Dobson Ranch" group

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Preschool Storytime:

Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this storytime designed to get children ready for kindergarten. Ages 3-5.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this storytime designed to get children ready for kindergarten. Ages 3-5.

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 "Red Mountain Library" group

Toddlertime

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain 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: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
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)

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 "Bookmobile" group

Bookmobile Stop: Aster Senior Center Red Mountain

Tuesday, February 10, 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