This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group I ♡ Light Up Cards - Teens Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm THINKspot @ GW at THINKspot at Gateway Program Type: Educational, Instructional Age Group: Teen Create a unique Valentine’s card that lights up using simple paper circuits. Add LEDs and your own creativity to make a glowing message that truly shines. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group Feb 5 2026 Thu I ♡ Light Up Cards - Teens 4:00pm–5:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway Room: THINKspot @ GW Age Group: Teen Program Type: Educational, Instructional Registration Required Event Details: Create a unique Valentine’s card that lights up using simple paper circuits. Add LEDs and your own creativity to make a glowing message that truly shines.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Coloring Club Thursday, February 5, 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. View Details This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Feb 5 2026 Thu Coloring Club 6:00pm–7:30pm 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, February 5, 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. View Details This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Feb 5 2026 Thu Learn to Crochet: Evening Session 6:00pm–7:30pm 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 "Gateway Library" group Stay and Play Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family Play with your child and explore, create, and investigate with a variety of themed imagination stations. This program enables children to expand socialization and imagination skills! Best for birth- 5 years. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 6 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family Program Type: Educational Event Details: Play with your child and explore, create, and investigate with a variety of themed imagination stations. This program enables children to expand socialization and imagination skills! Best for birth- 5 years. 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 Writing Workshop: Getting Started with Family History Research (Part 2) Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: America 250, Educational, Writing Age Group: Adult Have you considered tracing your family’s history, but don’t know where to start? Duane Roen will share some readily available resources, tools, and strategies for getting started with researching your roots. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 6 2026 Fri Writing Workshop: Getting Started with Family History Research (Part 2) 10:00am–11:30am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250, Educational, Writing Event Details: Have you considered tracing your family’s history, but don’t know where to start? Duane Roen will share some readily available resources, tools, and strategies for getting started with researching your roots.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Art Journaling Friday, February 6, 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. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Feb 6 2026 Fri Art Journaling 11:00am–12:30pm 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 "Gateway Library" group Genealogy Consultations Friday, February 6, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: America 250, Educational Age Group: Adult Get personalized assistance with your family history research during our genealogy consultation. Dr. Duane Roen will help you navigate resources, answer questions, and provide strategies to uncover your ancestral story. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 6 2026 Fri Genealogy Consultations 11:30am–12:30pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250, Educational Registration Required Event Details: Get personalized assistance with your family history research during our genealogy consultation. Dr. Duane Roen will help you navigate resources, answer questions, and provide strategies to uncover your ancestral story. 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 Local Author Talk: Jill Beissel Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Writing Age Group: Teen, Adult Author Jill Beissel presents her latest, a suspenseful, female-driven adventure mystery set in the Arizona wilderness exploring friendship, betrayal, and a deadly treasure hunt. Glitter and Gold is her debut novel. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Feb 7 2026 Sat Local Author Talk: Jill Beissel 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Writing Event Details: Author Jill Beissel presents her latest, a suspenseful, female-driven adventure mystery set in the Arizona wilderness exploring friendship, betrayal, and a deadly treasure hunt. Glitter and Gold is her debut novel.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group THINKspot Equipment Q&A Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Program Type: Instructional Age Group: Teen, Adult If you have questions about the equipment in THINKspot, our THINKspot Librarian and volunteers are available to help you turn your project idea into a concrete action plan.This is a drop-in program; no appointment is necessary. View Details This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Feb 7 2026 Sat THINKspot Equipment Q&A 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Room: THINKspot @ DR Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Instructional Event Details: If you have questions about the equipment in THINKspot, our THINKspot Librarian and volunteers are available to help you turn your project idea into a concrete action plan.This is a drop-in program; no appointment is necessary.
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+. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Feb 7 2026 Sat ESL Conversation Class 1:00pm–3:00pm 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 "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. View Details This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group Feb 7 2026 Sat THINKspot Embroidery Demo 1:00pm–3:00pm 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 "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. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 7 2026 Sat Building Blocks Club 3:00pm–4:00pm 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. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 9 2026 Mon Sensory Storytime 9:30am–10:00am 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 "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. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Feb 9 2026 Mon Toddlertime 10:00am–10:30am 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. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Feb 9 2026 Mon 3D Print Magnets 10:00am–12:00pm 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. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 9 2026 Mon Baby Lapsit 10:30am–11:00am 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. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Feb 9 2026 Mon Toddlertime 11:00am–11:30am 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. View Details This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Feb 9 2026 Mon Computer Skills Training 1:00pm–2:00pm 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 "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: Children Learn the art of origami as we create fortune finders and heart shaped notes in time for Valentine's Day. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Feb 9 2026 Mon Paper Folding Fortune Finders and Heart Shaped Notes 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Children 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 "Gateway Library" group Pass the Plate Monday, February 9, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library 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. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 9 2026 Mon Pass the Plate 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) 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 "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. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 10 2026 Tue Toddlertime 9:30am–10:00am 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 "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. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Feb 10 2026 Tue Toddlertime 10:00am–10:30am 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 Crochet Circle Tuesday, February 10, 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. View Details This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Feb 10 2026 Tue Crochet Circle 10:00am–12:00pm 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 Toddlertime Tuesday, February 10, 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. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 10 2026 Tue Toddlertime 10:30am–11:00am 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.