Event List

Age Group
Program Type
Program Type
Library Branch
Library Branch
Ongoing Events
Registration Type

Primary tabs

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Land, Power, and Story with Taté Walker

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
America 250, Educational
Age Group:
All Ages

This interactive program explores how histories of kings, colonizers, and empires shape our current relationships to land and water—and highlights the global work of Indigenous peoples and allies to protect and heal these places today.

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

This interactive program explores how histories of kings, colonizers, and empires shape our current relationships to land and water—and highlights the global work of Indigenous peoples and allies to protect and heal these places today.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group

Survival Guide to Buying or Selling a Home

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
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.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ 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

Sensory Storytime

Monday, February 23, 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 "Gateway Library" group

Fire Safety Storytime for Kids presented by The American Red Cross

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
America 250, Educational, Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Prepare with Pedro: Home Fire Safety is a 30-minute educational storytime that reinforces how to be prepared an

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: America 250, Educational, Storytime
Event Details:

Prepare with Pedro: Home Fire Safety is a 30-minute educational storytime that reinforces how to be prepared an

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 "Gateway Library" group

Fire Safety Storytime for Kids presented by The American Red Cross

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
America 250, Educational, Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Prepare with Pedro: Home Fire Safety is a 30-minute educational storytime that reinforces how to be prepared an

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: America 250, Educational, Storytime
Event Details:

Prepare with Pedro: Home Fire Safety is a 30-minute educational storytime that reinforces how to be prepared an

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

Be Red Cross Ready: Home Fire Safety

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adult

Be ready to protect your home! In this session, you will gain practical tips to prevent the most common causes of fires, create an escape plan, and make sure your family is prepared.

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

Be ready to protect your home! In this session, you will gain practical tips to prevent the most common causes of fires, create an escape plan, and make sure your family is prepared.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

I Survived the Past: 1800s

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
America 250, Craft, Educational
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Learning history can be interesting, but it could be more fun with hands on activities!

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: America 250, Craft, Educational
Event Details:

Learning history can be interesting, but it could be more fun with hands on activities!

This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

Graphic Design Studio - Adult

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot @ GW at THINKspot at Gateway
Program Type:
Educational, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Every month, we will create awesome projects using all sorts of iPad graphic design apps. Learn vector graphics, raster graphics, pixel graphics, animation, and how to take your own work to the next level.

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

Every month, we will create awesome projects using all sorts of iPad graphic design apps. Learn vector graphics, raster graphics, pixel graphics, animation, and how to take your own work to the next level.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

App Artist

Thursday, February 26, 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.

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 "Gateway Library" group

Stay and Play

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Inspirian Community 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.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community 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

Making and Playing Simple Percussion Instruments

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational, Entertainment
Age Group:
Family, All Ages

Budding percussionists of all ages will learn how to make and play simple percussion instruments from wood and items found around the home.

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

Budding percussionists of all ages will learn how to make and play simple percussion instruments from wood and items found around the home.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

ESL Conversation Class

Saturday, February 28, 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 "Gateway Library" group

I Survived the Past: 1900-1959

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
America 250, Craft, Educational
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Learning history can be interesting, but it could be more fun with hands on activities!

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: America 250, Craft, Educational
Event Details:

Learning history can be interesting, but it could be more fun with hands on activities!

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Teen Advisory Council

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Tween, Teen

Teen Advisory Council (TAC) volunteers focus on supporting the library through volunteerism in a variety of programs, services, and projects, as well as advising the library by brainstorming teen programs and collections.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Teen Advisory Council (TAC) volunteers focus on supporting the library through volunteerism in a variety of programs, services, and projects, as well as advising the library by brainstorming teen programs and collections.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

I Survived the Past: 1960-1999

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
America 250, Craft, Educational
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Learning history can be interesting, but it could be more fun with hands on activities!

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: America 250, Craft, Educational
Event Details:

Learning history can be interesting, but it could be more fun with hands on activities!

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Teen Advisory Council

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Tween, Teen

Teen Advisory Council (TAC) volunteers focus on supporting the library through volunteerism in a variety of programs, services, and projects, as well as advising the library by brainstorming teen programs and collections.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Teen Advisory Council (TAC) volunteers focus on supporting the library through volunteerism in a variety of programs, services, and projects, as well as advising the library by brainstorming teen programs and collections.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

I Survived the Past: 2000s

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
America 250, Craft, Educational
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Learning history can be interesting, but it could be more fun with hands on activities!

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: America 250, Craft, Educational
Event Details:

Learning history can be interesting, but it could be more fun with hands on activities!

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Teen Advisory Council

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Tween, Teen

Teen Advisory Council (TAC) volunteers focus on supporting the library through volunteerism in a variety of programs, services, and projects, as well as advising the library by brainstorming teen programs and collections.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Teen Advisory Council (TAC) volunteers focus on supporting the library through volunteerism in a variety of programs, services, and projects, as well as advising the library by brainstorming teen programs and collections.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

I Survived the Past: 2010s-2020s

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
America 250, Craft, Educational
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Learning history can be interesting, but it could be more fun with hands on activities!

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: America 250, Craft, Educational
Event Details:

Learning history can be interesting, but it could be more fun with hands on activities!

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Teen Advisory Council

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Tween, Teen

Teen Advisory Council (TAC) volunteers focus on supporting the library through volunteerism in a variety of programs, services, and projects, as well as advising the library by brainstorming teen programs and collections.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Teen Advisory Council (TAC) volunteers focus on supporting the library through volunteerism in a variety of programs, services, and projects, as well as advising the library by brainstorming teen programs and collections.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Teen Advisory Council

Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Tween, Teen

Teen Advisory Council (TAC) volunteers focus on supporting the library through volunteerism in a variety of programs, services, and projects, as well as advising the library by brainstorming teen programs and collections.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Teen Advisory Council (TAC) volunteers focus on supporting the library through volunteerism in a variety of programs, services, and projects, as well as advising the library by brainstorming teen programs and collections.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Teen Advisory Council

Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Tween, Teen

Teen Advisory Council (TAC) volunteers focus on supporting the library through volunteerism in a variety of programs, services, and projects, as well as advising the library by brainstorming teen programs and collections.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Teen Advisory Council (TAC) volunteers focus on supporting the library through volunteerism in a variety of programs, services, and projects, as well as advising the library by brainstorming teen programs and collections.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Teen Advisory Council

Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Tween, Teen

Teen Advisory Council (TAC) volunteers focus on supporting the library through volunteerism in a variety of programs, services, and projects, as well as advising the library by brainstorming teen programs and collections.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Teen Advisory Council (TAC) volunteers focus on supporting the library through volunteerism in a variety of programs, services, and projects, as well as advising the library by brainstorming teen programs and collections.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Teen Advisory Council

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Tween, Teen

Teen Advisory Council (TAC) volunteers focus on supporting the library through volunteerism in a variety of programs, services, and projects, as well as advising the library by brainstorming teen programs and collections.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Teen Advisory Council (TAC) volunteers focus on supporting the library through volunteerism in a variety of programs, services, and projects, as well as advising the library by brainstorming teen programs and collections.