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ESL Conversation Class

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Board Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adult
ESL Conversation Class:

Learn English and meet new friends! Practice basic English listening and speaking skills while learning about American culture. Please bring a notebook and pencil. Ages 18+.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Board Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational

Learn English and meet new friends! Practice basic English listening and speaking skills while learning about American culture. Please bring a notebook and pencil. Ages 18+.

Movie Poster of Tangled

Family Matinee: Tangled

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Movie
Age Group:
Early Childhood, School Age, Tween, Teen, Family

Each month, we will show a different family-friendly movie. This month we will showing Tangled. 

Rated PG.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Early Childhood, School Age, Tween, Teen, Family
Program Type: Entertainment, Movie
Event Details:

Each month, we will show a different family-friendly movie. This month we will showing Tangled. 

Rated PG.

Saturday at the Ranch: Games

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
School Age, Family

We’ll break out games and cards and families can choose their favorites to play. Playing games helps develop your imagination, teamwork and problem-solving skills.

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

We’ll break out games and cards and families can choose their favorites to play. Playing games helps develop your imagination, teamwork and problem-solving skills.

Book & Puzzle Swap

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Games
Age Group:
Adult

Wondering what do with the books you've already read and the puzzles you've already completed? Bring them to the library for a community book and puzzle swap and leave with new-to-you books and puzzles.    

 

 

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Entertainment, Games
Event Details:

Wondering what do with the books you've already read and the puzzles you've already completed? Bring them to the library for a community book and puzzle swap and leave with new-to-you books and puzzles.    

 

 

Let's Get Messy: Slime

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

It's time to get messy! Leave the cleanup to us and join us monthly for fun, messy activities. This month, we will be making slime. Ages 6-12. Registration required.

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

It's time to get messy! Leave the cleanup to us and join us monthly for fun, messy activities. This month, we will be making slime. Ages 6-12. Registration required.

The Wild West Fiddle Project: Arizona’s Hidden Soundscape

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
America 250, Entertainment
Age Group:
Adult, All Ages

Join Dr. Kate Rose and Armand Ramirez for a fun, all-ages, interactive performance that uncovers Arizona’s rich blended heritage through traditional folk music and dance.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: America 250, Entertainment
Event Details:

Join Dr. Kate Rose and Armand Ramirez for a fun, all-ages, interactive performance that uncovers Arizona’s rich blended heritage through traditional folk music and dance.

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+ 

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+ 

Gather for Magic Cards - for Adults

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:45pm
THINKspot @ MN at THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adult

Stop on by THINKspot to play Magic the Gathering™. New players welcome!

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

Stop on by THINKspot to play Magic the Gathering™. New players welcome!

Toddler holding a book

Toddlertime

Monday, May 11, 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.

Toddler holding a book

Toddlertime

Monday, May 11, 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.

Young girl with handheld drum

Toddler Rave Dance Party

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 12:00pm - 12:45pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Family

Come dance with us to kid-friendly music at our Rave Dance Party. There will be glowsticks, balloons, bubbles and more.

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

Come dance with us to kid-friendly music at our Rave Dance Party. There will be glowsticks, balloons, bubbles and more.

Bookmobile Stop: Sousa Elementary

Monday, May 11, 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

Calm Down Jars

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft, STEAM
Age Group:
School Age

Create a calming, swirly, glittery jar to help relax your mind. Ages 6+. Supplies are limited.  

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

Create a calming, swirly, glittery jar to help relax your mind. Ages 6+. Supplies are limited.  

Yarn Club: Woven Bookmarks

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Teen

Come join us as we make a woven yarn bookmark. Ages 12-18.

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

Come join us as we make a woven yarn bookmark. Ages 12-18.

Monday Nights at Main!

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Early Childhood, School Age, Tween, Teen, Family

Experience an evening of family fun at the library during Nights at Main! Families can enjoy games, crafts, stories, and activities designed for all ages. This month, join us for fun creation with Perler Beads!

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

Experience an evening of family fun at the library during Nights at Main! Families can enjoy games, crafts, stories, and activities designed for all ages. This month, join us for fun creation with Perler Beads!

Stacks of books

A Novel Approach

Monday, May 11, 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

Toddler holding a book

Toddlertime

Tuesday, May 12, 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.

Group of preschool aged children clapping.

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
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: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
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.

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
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: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (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.

Toddler holding a book

Toddlertime

Tuesday, May 12, 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.

picture of many crochet hooks in a line

Crochet Circle

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
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: 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.

Group of preschool aged children clapping.

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
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: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
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.

Toddler holding a book

Toddlertime

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
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.

Group of preschool aged children clapping.

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
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: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
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)

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.