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Bookmobile Stop: Emerald Park

Monday, February 2, 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

Marvelous Marble Art

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Children, School Age

Shake it up, bop to the beat, and paint using marbles instead of a paintbrush to create unique abstract art. Ages 6-11. Registration required. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Event Details:

Shake it up, bop to the beat, and paint using marbles instead of a paintbrush to create unique abstract art. Ages 6-11. Registration required. 

Tween Crafters: Paper Lanterns

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Craft, Educational, Entertainment
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Come stop by and get creative with us! Each month, we’ll feature a special craft inspired by a cultural holiday or event from around the world. This month we will be making paper lanterns to celebrate Lunar New Year!

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: Craft, Educational, Entertainment
Event Details:

Come stop by and get creative with us! Each month, we’ll feature a special craft inspired by a cultural holiday or event from around the world. This month we will be making paper lanterns to celebrate Lunar New Year!

Shadow Puppet Theater

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
America 250, Sustainability
Age Group:
School Age

Learn about Groundhog Day and make a shadow puppet theater using recycled cereal boxes. 

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: America 250, Sustainability
Event Details:

Learn about Groundhog Day and make a shadow puppet theater using recycled cereal boxes. 

four patrons holding handmade valentine's cards

Valentine Cards for Mesa Seniors

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
THINKspot at Gateway
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Adult, All Ages

Join us to make cards for Mesa residents that live in assisted living and long-term care.

All supplies will be provided, this program is for all ages.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Join us to make cards for Mesa residents that live in assisted living and long-term care.

All supplies will be provided, this program is for all ages.

Monday Night Movie

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
School Age, Family

Enjoy a movie at the library! This month we will be watching The Princess and the Frog (2009, rated G).

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

Enjoy a movie at the library! This month we will be watching The Princess and the Frog (2009, rated G).

Campfire Stories

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Mesa Express Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Family

Come to this nighttime storytime inspired by the great outdoors. 

(No fires will be present.)

Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Come to this nighttime storytime inspired by the great outdoors. 

(No fires will be present.)

Disclaimer(s)

MEL Programs

All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors. 

Toddler holding a book

Toddlertime

Tuesday, February 3, 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, February 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood

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
Event Details:

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, February 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
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: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ 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, February 3, 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.

Bookmobile Stop: Aster Senior Center Downtown

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
picture of many crochet hooks in a line

Crochet Circle

Tuesday, February 3, 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.

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.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance logo in green and white.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program

Tuesday, February 3, 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

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

Group of preschool aged children clapping.

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood

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
Event Details:

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, February 3, 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.

Stacks of books

Who Picked This Book

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
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

Group of preschool aged children clapping.

Preschool Storytime Presents Hooray for the Renaissance!

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood

Prithee good young ladies and lords your presence is requested for some amusing stories and songs tailor-made for the littlest Faire-goers.

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

Prithee good young ladies and lords your presence is requested for some amusing stories and songs tailor-made for the littlest Faire-goers.

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.

Red, White, and Blue Wand Craft

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
America 250, Craft
Age Group:
Early Childhood

Drop in and craft a red, white, and blue wand. 

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: America 250, Craft
Event Details:

Drop in and craft a red, white, and blue wand. 

A woman in a striped sweater typing on a laptop in front of a bookcase.

Introduction to Microsoft Excel

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Computer Class, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Learn the foundations of Microsoft Excel - including how to create, edit, and format data in a spreadsheet.

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the foundations of Microsoft Excel - including how to create, edit, and format data in a spreadsheet.

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class Prerequisite

Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.

Bookmobile Stop: Mountain View Park

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
Teacher at blackboard, writing out math equations.

Math Tutoring for Teens

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Study Room 1 (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Instructional
Age Group:
Teen

If your math homework gives you a headache, former math teacher Mr. Rogowski can help by showing you how to solve problems and proofs during the library's math lab for teens.

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 1 (RM)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Instructional
Event Details:

If your math homework gives you a headache, former math teacher Mr. Rogowski can help by showing you how to solve problems and proofs during the library's math lab for teens.

Art supplies and paint brushes

Dreadful Art Club

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
THINKspot at Gateway
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Tween, Teen

Join us as we discover how fun it is to make absolutely dreadful art! Bring your worst art skills and see what kind of fun we can have! 

Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Join us as we discover how fun it is to make absolutely dreadful art! Bring your worst art skills and see what kind of fun we can have! 

four patrons holding handmade valentine's cards

Valentine Cards for Mesa Seniors

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Adult, All Ages

Join us to make cards for Mesa residents that live in assisted living and long-term care.

All supplies will be provided, this program is for all ages.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Join us to make cards for Mesa residents that live in assisted living and long-term care.

All supplies will be provided, this program is for all ages.