This event is in the "Main Library" group Toddlertime Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Early Childhood Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months. View Details This event is in the "Main Library" group May 28 2026 Thu Toddlertime 10:30am–11:00am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Computer Skills Training Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm 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 May 28 2026 Thu Computer Skills Training 2:00pm–3:00pm 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 "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group HOTspot Digital Help Desk Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain Program Type: Instructional, Reference Age Group: Adult HOTspot Digital Help Desk: Curious about downloading ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more from the library with your laptop, mobile device, or ereader? Drop in during these sessions for one-on-one assi... View Details This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group May 28 2026 Thu HOTspot Digital Help Desk 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain Room: THINKspot @ RM Age Group: Adult Program Type: Instructional, Reference Curious about downloading ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more from the library with your laptop, mobile device, or ereader? Drop in during these sessions for one-on-one assistance on a first-come, first-served basis.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Writer in Residence Consultations Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm Board Room (MN) at Main Library Program Type: Writing Age Group: Teen, Adult Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Oscar Mancinas as our Writer in Residence from May 18 to July 18. View Details This event is in the "Main Library" group May 28 2026 Thu Writer in Residence Consultations 2:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Board Room (MN) Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Writing Event Details: Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Oscar Mancinas as our Writer in Residence from May 18 to July 18.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group App Artist Thursday, May 28, 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. View Details This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group May 28 2026 Thu App Artist 4:00pm–5:00pm 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.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Create Like a Famous Artist: Georgia O'Keefe Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library Program Type: America 250, Craft Age Group: Tween Create watercolor flowers in the style of Georgia O'Keefe. Ages 8-12. View Details This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group May 28 2026 Thu Create Like a Famous Artist: Georgia O'Keefe 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Tween Program Type: America 250, Craft Event Details: Create watercolor flowers in the style of Georgia O'Keefe. Ages 8-12.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Blackout/Collage Poetry Workshop Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library Program Type: Writing Age Group: Adult Former-Arizona Poet Laureate Albert Ríos once wrote "words are our weakest hold on the world," and this was before a global pandemic, and its consequent fallout, threw us all off our axes. View Details This event is in the "Main Library" group May 28 2026 Thu Blackout/Collage Poetry Workshop 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Saguaro Room (MN) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Writing Event Details: Former-Arizona Poet Laureate Albert Ríos once wrote "words are our weakest hold on the world," and this was before a global pandemic, and its consequent fallout, threw us all off our axes.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Mini Makers Friday, May 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library Program Type: Craft, STEAM Age Group: Early Childhood Join us for Mini Makers, a bimonthly hands-on program for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers. View Details This event is in the "Main Library" group May 29 2026 Fri Mini Makers 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Craft, 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 "Gateway Library" group Stay and Play Friday, May 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: 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 May 29 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: 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 "Main Library" group Writer in Residence Consultations Friday, May 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Board Room (MN) at Main Library Program Type: Writing Age Group: Teen, Adult Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Oscar Mancinas as our Writer in Residence from May 18 to July 18. View Details This event is in the "Main Library" group May 29 2026 Fri Writer in Residence Consultations 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Board Room (MN) Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Writing Event Details: Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Oscar Mancinas as our Writer in Residence from May 18 to July 18.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Kith and Kin Childcare Workshop Friday, May 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adult The Kith & Kin Program, a program of Candelen, is a 10-week series designed for family, friend and neighbor (FFN) caregivers; grandparents, family members, friends, neighbors and unrelated adults that support families with their childcare need Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 29 2026 Fri Kith and Kin Childcare Workshop 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational Registration Required Event Details: The Kith & Kin Program, a program of Candelen, is a 10-week series designed for family, friend and neighbor (FFN) caregivers; grandparents, family members, friends, neighbors and unrelated adults that support families with their childcare need
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Sew for Good Friday, May 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain Program Type: America 250, Craft Age Group: Teen, Adult Sew items with others to give to charities. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group May 29 2026 Fri Sew for Good 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain Room: THINKspot @ RM Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: America 250, Craft Registration Required Event Details: Sew items with others to give to charities.
This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group Toddlertime Friday, May 29, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Mesa Express 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 "Mesa Express Library" group May 29 2026 Fri Toddlertime 10:30am–11:00am Library Branch: Mesa Express Library 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) MEL Programs All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Lunch at the Library Friday, May 29, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library Program Type: Entertainment, Health Age Group: School Age, Family Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Ages birth-18. View Details This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group May 29 2026 Fri Lunch at the Library 11:30am–12:30pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: School Age, Family Program Type: Entertainment, Health Event Details: Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Ages birth-18. 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 "Red Mountain Library" group Relaxing Zentangles Friday, May 29, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Craft, Entertainment Age Group: Teen, Adult Come to the library to learn about zentangles! Zentangles are a method for drawing, which promotes concentration and creativity through the combination of meditation and art. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 29 2026 Fri Relaxing Zentangles 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Craft, Entertainment Event Details: Come to the library to learn about zentangles! Zentangles are a method for drawing, which promotes concentration and creativity through the combination of meditation and art.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Rockin' & Rollin' Storytime Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Early Childhood It’s a dance party for the whole family at the library. Rockin’ & Rollin’ storytime is a music-focused storytime filled with dancing, songs, live music and musical books. Ages 2-5. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 30 2026 Sat Rockin' & Rollin' Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Event Details: It’s a dance party for the whole family at the library. Rockin’ & Rollin’ storytime is a music-focused storytime filled with dancing, songs, live music and musical books. Ages 2-5. 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 "Bookmobile" group Bookmobile Stop: Carson Aquatic Complex Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm Bookmobile Program Type: Bookmobile Stop Age Group: All Ages View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Bookmobile" group May 30 2026 Sat Bookmobile Stop: Carson Aquatic Complex 10:00am–2:00pm Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Desert Watercolors with Pink Puddle Studio Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library Program Type: Craft Age Group: School Age, Tween Learn how to paint a desert scene complete with cactus characters! Ages 8-12. Registration Required. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group May 30 2026 Sat Desert Watercolors with Pink Puddle Studio 11:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: School Age, Tween Program Type: Craft Registration Required Event Details: Learn how to paint a desert scene complete with cactus characters! Ages 8-12. Registration Required.
This event is in the "Main Library" group ESL Conversation Class Saturday, May 30, 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+. View Details This event is in the "Main Library" group May 30 2026 Sat ESL Conversation Class 1:00pm–2:30pm 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+.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Writer in Residence Consultations Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library Program Type: Writing Age Group: Teen, Adult Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Oscar Mancinas as our Writer in Residence from May 18 to July 18. View Details This event is in the "Main Library" group May 30 2026 Sat Writer in Residence Consultations 1:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Saguaro Room (MN) Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Writing Event Details: Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Oscar Mancinas as our Writer in Residence from May 18 to July 18.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Teen Book Club Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Teen Zone (MN) at Main Library Program Type: Book Groups Age Group: Teen Join fellow teen readers for a monthly book club at the library. Each month we will select a theme and read books based on that topic. No grades or page requirements, just reading for the fun of it! View Details This event is in the "Main Library" group May 30 2026 Sat Teen Book Club 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Teen Zone (MN) Age Group: Teen Program Type: Book Groups Event Details: Join fellow teen readers for a monthly book club at the library. Each month we will select a theme and read books based on that topic. No grades or page requirements, just reading for the fun of it!
This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Teen Gaming at the Library Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Program Type: Games Age Group: Teen Bring your friends and join in the fun with Super Smath Bros. View Details This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group May 30 2026 Sat Teen Gaming at the Library 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Room: THINKspot @ DR Age Group: Teen Program Type: Games Event Details: Bring your friends and join in the fun with Super Smath Bros.
This event is in the "Bookmobile" group Hunt for the Read-a-Saurus All Day Bookmobile Program Type: Games Age Group: All Ages Get ready for a dino-mite adventure with the Read Runner! 🦖📚 View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Bookmobile" group Jun 1 2026 Mon Hunt for the Read-a-Saurus All Day Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Games Event Details: Get ready for a dino-mite adventure with the Read Runner! 🦖📚
This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group Take-Home Program for Kids and Tweens Monday, June 1, 2026 at 8:00am - 12:00pm Mesa Express Library Program Type: STEAM Age Group: Children Enjoy the entertainment of a Summer Reading Program in the comfort of your own home. Come by the Mesa Express Library to pick up a Take Home Program, complete the tasks, and earn summer reading points. Supplies are limited. View Details This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group Jun 1 2026 Mon Take-Home Program for Kids and Tweens 8:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Mesa Express Library Age Group: Children Program Type: STEAM Event Details: Enjoy the entertainment of a Summer Reading Program in the comfort of your own home. Come by the Mesa Express Library to pick up a Take Home Program, complete the tasks, and earn summer reading points. Supplies are limited.