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This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group.

Family Movie Adventure: Disney's The Little Mermaid (2023)

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Children, Family
Event Details:

Bring a blanket or beach towel to sit on and enjoy Disney's The Little Mermaid in the cool air conditioning at the library. Rated PG.

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Bring a blanket or beach towel to sit on and enjoy Disney's The Little Mermaid in the cool air conditioning at the library. Rated PG.

Disclaimer(s)

No non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

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

STEAM with City of Mesa's Bicycle and Pedestrian Department

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
School Age
Event Details:

Join members of the City of Mesa's Bicycle and Pedestrian Program for bike and road safety crafts, activities and a snack.

Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join members of the City of Mesa's Bicycle and Pedestrian Program for bike and road safety crafts, activities and a snack.

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 "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group.

Intro to 3D Design and Printing

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ultimaker S3 (TS@DR) at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Instructional, STEAM
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn how to create your own simple 3D design on the computer and how to prepare it to print on the library's 3D printer. 

Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: Ultimaker S3 (TS@DR)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn how to create your own simple 3D design on the computer and how to prepare it to print on the library's 3D printer. 

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class Prerequisite

Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group.

Toddlertime

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch 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: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
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)

No non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Toddlertime

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Event Details:

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months.    

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.

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

No non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

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

Early Adopters Summer Camp

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Tween
Event Details:

The Compudopt Early Adopters Program is an in‐depth exploration of today’s cutting-edge technologies for upper elementary students (grades 3-5). Students will learn how technology ...

Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

The Compudopt Early Adopters Program is an in‐depth exploration of today’s cutting-edge technologies for upper elementary students (grades 3-5).

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Toddlertime

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Event Details:

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months.    

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.

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

No non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Lunch at the Library

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
Children, Teen
Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Birth-18. This program is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, Teen
Program Type: Health
Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Birth-18.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group.

Fiction Folks

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Book Groups
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

This month's book for discussion is Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson Complete list of upcoming titles.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Groups
Event Details:

This month's book for discussion is 

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group.

HOTspot Digital Help Desk

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Reference
Age Group:
Adult
The 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...

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: 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.

Disclaimer(s)

Library Card

Participants will need an active Mesa Public Library card and 4-digit PIN.

This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group.

Sunrise Stories at the Tot Lot

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 8:00am - 8:30am
Mesa Express Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Event Details:

Start your day with a story and playtime at the Tot Lot next to the Mesa Express Library.  Please bring water for you and your family. 

Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Start your day with a story and playtime at the Tot Lot next to the Mesa Express Library. 

Please bring water for you and your family. 

Disclaimer(s)

MEL Programs

All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors. 

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group.

Baby Lapsit

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Baby Lapsit:

Baby Lapsit introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies. Birth-16 months.

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

Baby Lapsit introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies. Birth-16 months.

Disclaimer(s)

No non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group.

Tinkering For Toddlers

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Storytime, Sustainability
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Event Details:

A STEAM-based Storytime that gives toddlers the opportunity to explore, be curious, and practice independent thinking. For ages 18 - 36 months. Supplies are limited.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting 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 18 - 36 months. Supplies are limited.

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

Early Adopters Summer Camp

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Tween
Event Details:

The Compudopt Early Adopters Program is an in‐depth exploration of today’s cutting-edge technologies for upper elementary students (grades 3-5). Students will learn how technology ...

Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

The Compudopt Early Adopters Program is an in‐depth exploration of today’s cutting-edge technologies for upper elementary students (grades 3-5).

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Literacy Thru Drama with Mesa Arts Center

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Event Details:

Bring picture books to life by going on an imaginative adventure in this drama-focused storytime. Children will deepen early literacy skills as they explore magical worlds, problem...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Bring picture books to life by going on an imaginative adventure in this drama-focused storytime. Children will deepen early literacy skills as they explore magical worlds, problem-solve, and become characters in the story.

 

Disclaimer(s)

No non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group.

Lunch at the Library

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
School Age, Teen, Family
Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Birth-18. This program is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture...

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: School Age, Teen, Family
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. 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 "Main Library" group.

Summer Movie Matinee: Indiana Jones Raiders of the Lost Ark

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Adventures at your Library summer matinee Indiana Jones movie series. The first movie "Raiders of the Lost Arc." Rated: PG  

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Adventures at your Library summer matinee Indiana Jones movie series. The first movie "Raiders of the Lost Arc." Rated: PG

 

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group.

After Hours Mini Golf

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Wonder what the library is like after it closes? Come join us for after hours mini golf! We will have a full 18 hole mini golf course inside the library courtesy of Mini Golf ...

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Wonder what the library is like after it closes? Come join us for after hours mini golf! We will have a full 18 hole mini golf course inside the library courtesy of Mini Golf on the Go:Arizona's Mini Golf Course that Comes to You.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group.

FAFSA Workshop presented by Access ASU

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Instructional
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Presented by Access ASU, this workshop will give you the help you need to complete your 2024-2025 FAFSA application.

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

Presented by Access ASU, this workshop will give you the help you need to complete your 2024-2025 FAFSA application.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group.

Tiny Wonders: Hummingbirds

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Educational, STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Discover the fun and amazing lives of nature's smallest birds and how to enjoy viewing them at home.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Educational, STEAM
Event Details:

Discover the fun and amazing lives of nature's smallest birds and how to enjoy viewing them at home.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group.

Building Blocks Club

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
School Age, Family
Event Details:

Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO® bricks. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO® bricks and DUPLO® blocks will b...

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO® bricks. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO® bricks and DUPLO® blocks will be provided.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group.

Fushicho Taiko Drums

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Taiko is the Japanese word for great drum.  Historically used as a means of communication or on the battlefield, today its purpose is more spiritual and celebratory.  It'...

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Taiko is the Japanese word for great drum.  Historically used as a means of communication or on the battlefield, today its purpose is more spiritual and celebratory.  It's now evolved into a powerful performing art.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

ESL Conversation Class

Saturday, June 15, 2024 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+.

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 "Mesa Express Library" group.

Outdoor Family Night

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Mesa Express Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Come and play games from the Mesa Express Library's stuffbrary that the whole family can enjoy. Please bring water for you and your family. 

Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Come and play games from the Mesa Express Library's stuffbrary that the whole family can enjoy.

Please bring water for you and your family. 

Disclaimer(s)

MEL Programs

All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors.