This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:30pm Roadrunner Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Special Program Age Group: Adult The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax help to people who generally make $69,000 or less, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and limited English-speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their own tax ret View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program 10:00am–2:30pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Roadrunner Room (RM) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Special Program Event Details: The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax help to people who generally make $69,000 or less, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and limited English-speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their own tax ret
This event is in the "Main Library" group Toddlertime Thursday, April 9, 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 Apr 9 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 Learn to Crochet Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Program Type: Craft, Instructional Age Group: Adult Join us 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 Apr 9 2026 Thu Learn to Crochet 1:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Room: THINKspot @ DR Age Group: Adult Program Type: Craft, Instructional Event Details: Join us 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 AI Best Practices Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Computer Class, Instructional Age Group: Adult Curious about AI and how to use it well? This engaging program explores best practices for working with AI tools, from writing better prompts to understanding accuracy, bias, and privacy. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Apr 9 2026 Thu AI Best Practices 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Computer Class, Instructional Event Details: Curious about AI and how to use it well? This engaging program explores best practices for working with AI tools, from writing better prompts to understanding accuracy, bias, and privacy.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Fiction Folks Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library Program Type: Book Groups Age Group: Adult This month's book for discussion is The Forest of Vanishing Stars by Kristin Harmel. View Details This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Fiction Folks 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Groups Event Details: This month's book for discussion is The Forest of Vanishing Stars by Kristin Harmel.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group HOTspot Digital Help Desk Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain Program Type: Computer Class, Instructional 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 Apr 9 2026 Thu HOTspot Digital Help Desk 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain Room: THINKspot @ RM Age Group: Adult Program Type: Computer Class, Instructional 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 "Mesa Express Library" group Jan Sandwich as "Martha Washington" Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Mesa Express Library Program Type: America 250 Age Group: School Age Beloved children’s performer Jan Sandwich brings history to life in this fun and engaging performance as Martha Washington. View Details This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Jan Sandwich as "Martha Washington" 3:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Mesa Express Library Age Group: School Age Program Type: America 250 Event Details: Beloved children’s performer Jan Sandwich brings history to life in this fun and engaging performance as Martha Washington. Disclaimer(s) MEL Programs All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group The Cozy Corner Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm THINKspot at Main Program Type: Craft Age Group: Adult Get a little cozy in our corner of THINKspot and enjoy a craft or hobby.This month we will relax by coloring sheets with different designs. Coloring supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. View Details This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group Apr 9 2026 Thu The Cozy Corner 3:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Main Age Group: Adult Program Type: Craft Event Details: Get a little cozy in our corner of THINKspot and enjoy a craft or hobby.This month we will relax by coloring sheets with different designs. Coloring supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Collage Club - Teen Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Teen Zone (MN) at Main Library Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Age Group: Teen Create art by cutting and pasting photos you love! Recycled magazines will be provided for inspiration, but feel free to bring images of your own too. View Details This event is in the "Main Library" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Collage Club - Teen 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Teen Zone (MN) Age Group: Teen Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Create art by cutting and pasting photos you love! Recycled magazines will be provided for inspiration, but feel free to bring images of your own too.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group Laser-Cut & Wood-Burned Jewelry - Teens Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm THINKspot at Gateway Program Type: Educational, Instructional Age Group: Teen Feeling creative and crafty? Join us in THINKspot as we burn designs with a wood burner and then cut them out with our Glowforge to make jewelry. View Details This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Laser-Cut & Wood-Burned Jewelry - Teens 4:00pm–5:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway Age Group: Teen Program Type: Educational, Instructional Event Details: Feeling creative and crafty? Join us in THINKspot as we burn designs with a wood burner and then cut them out with our Glowforge to make jewelry.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Learn to Crochet: Evening Session Thursday, April 9, 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 Apr 9 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 Medicare 101: Educational Seminar Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Educational, Health Age Group: Adult Turning 65 or new to Medicare? View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Medicare 101: Educational Seminar 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational, Health Registration Required Event Details: Turning 65 or new to Medicare?
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Tinkering For Toddlers Friday, April 10, 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. View Details This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 10 2026 Fri Tinkering For Toddlers 10:00am–10:45am 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 "Gateway Library" group Stay and Play Friday, April 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Kinetic Program 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 Apr 10 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program 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 "Red Mountain Library" group Local Author Talk: Nicole Smith Friday, April 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adult Dive into the poignant journey of a daughter faced with her mother’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis. Nicole J. Smith intertwines heartfelt memoir with practical advice, offering a vital roadmap for navigating dementia care. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 10 2026 Fri Local Author Talk: Nicole Smith 10:00am–11:30am Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational Event Details: Dive into the poignant journey of a daughter faced with her mother’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis. Nicole J. Smith intertwines heartfelt memoir with practical advice, offering a vital roadmap for navigating dementia care.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program Friday, April 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:30pm Roadrunner Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Special Program Age Group: Adult The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax help to people who generally make $69,000 or less, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and limited English-speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their own tax ret View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 10 2026 Fri Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program 10:00am–2:30pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Roadrunner Room (RM) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Special Program Event Details: The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax help to people who generally make $69,000 or less, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and limited English-speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their own tax ret
This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group Transcription Mission Friday, April 10, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm THINKspot at Main Program Type: America 250, Educational Age Group: Adult This is a live, interactive Acts of Science: Connected event held during Citizen Science Month. View Details This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group Apr 10 2026 Fri Transcription Mission 3:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Main Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250, Educational Event Details: This is a live, interactive Acts of Science: Connected event held during Citizen Science Month.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Board Game Time Friday, April 10, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library Program Type: Games Age Group: School Age, Family Grab your favorite board game buddies and stop by the library for a round of classic board games! Games will be provided. View Details This event is in the "Main Library" group Apr 10 2026 Fri Board Game Time 3:30pm–4:15pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: School Age, Family Program Type: Games Event Details: Grab your favorite board game buddies and stop by the library for a round of classic board games! Games will be provided.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Puzzle Swap Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Entertainment, Games, Sustainability Age Group: Adult Have extra puzzles at home or looking for something new to work on? Drop in for our Puzzle Swap and trade jigsaw puzzles with other community members. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Apr 11 2026 Sat Puzzle Swap 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Entertainment, Games, Sustainability Event Details: Have extra puzzles at home or looking for something new to work on? Drop in for our Puzzle Swap and trade jigsaw puzzles with other community members.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Survival Guide to Buying or Selling a Home Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adult While buying or selling a house is exciting and something to be proud of, it can be a confusing and complicated process that can leave you feeling intimidated. View Details This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 11 2026 Sat Survival Guide to Buying or Selling a Home 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational Event Details: While buying or selling a house is exciting and something to be proud of, it can be a confusing and complicated process that can leave you feeling intimidated.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Crochet Away Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Craft Age Group: Teen, Adult Join us at the Gateway Library with your yarn project and connect across generations through a shared love of fiber arts. Enjoy a welcoming space to create, share tips, and engage in conversation. Crafting is better together! View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Apr 11 2026 Sat Crochet Away 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Craft Event Details: Join us at the Gateway Library with your yarn project and connect across generations through a shared love of fiber arts. Enjoy a welcoming space to create, share tips, and engage in conversation. Crafting is better together!
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Plant Swap & Propagation Demonstrations Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Monarch Haven (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Educational, Sustainability Age Group: Adult Bring your potted plants and cuttings to swap with other plant lovers at Red Mountain Library. Paper cards will be provided for you to fill out the identity and care instructions for the plants you are swapping. 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... View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 11 2026 Sat Plant Swap & Propagation Demonstrations 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Monarch Haven (RM) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational, Sustainability Event Details: Bring your potted plants and cuttings to swap with other plant lovers at Red Mountain Library. Paper cards will be provided for you to fill out the identity and care instructions for the plants you are swapping. 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 "Red Mountain Library" group Spring Festival Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Red Mountain Library Program Type: Craft, Entertainment, Games, Special Program Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, School Age, Tween, Family Come celebrate the Spring season at the Red Mountain Library Spring Festival. There will be carnival style games, crafts, and more for kids aged 3-8 and their families. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 11 2026 Sat Spring Festival 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, School Age, Tween, Family Program Type: Craft, Entertainment, Games, Special Program Event Details: Come celebrate the Spring season at the Red Mountain Library Spring Festival. There will be carnival style games, crafts, and more for kids aged 3-8 and their families.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Yoga & Me Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Program Type: Educational, Health Age Group: School Age Yoga & Me is a 4-week yoga and mindfulness series for children ages 5-7 designed to support emotional awareness, compassion, self-regulation, and expression. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Apr 11 2026 Sat Yoga & Me 11:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Room: THINKspot @ DR Age Group: School Age Program Type: Educational, Health Registration Required Event Details: Yoga & Me is a 4-week yoga and mindfulness series for children ages 5-7 designed to support emotional awareness, compassion, self-regulation, and expression.