Event List

Learn how to use the library's cutting machine to create Jane Austen inspired bookmarks out of cardstock paper.

Create a unique snowman using paper towel rolls, paper, buttons, google eyes and more.

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.

Mesa Reads Together: As part of Mesa Reads, our year-long celebration, from November 1 to December 15, we’re all reading The Midnight Library by Matt Haig.

Come to the Read Runner for a relaxing afternoon of creativity and sparkle! Learn how to create your own shimmering work of art using diamond painting—a fun and easy craft that combines the joy of cross-stitch with the sparkle of mosaics.

Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment - something fun will be happening every Wednesday in the Youth Activity Room! Supplies are limited.

Come make a wreath out of recycled book pages. Ages 8-12.

Join us for a cozy crafting session where you’ll learn how to create charming cross-stitch ornaments, perfect for gifting or decorating your own home.

Cut tissue paper into festive fringe, then add glue and ribbon to create an ornament that celebrates the Latin American tradition of piñatas. Suitable for ages 5-12.

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.

Starting an art journal can be a low stress practice to integrate into your daily life to increase your creativity. We'll introduce some tips, crafts and projects that can get you started.

Calling all Swifties! Join us at Gateway Library to celebrate Taylor Swift’s 36th birthday by making Friendship Bracelets with your close friends! 

Each month, we will create crafts themed to a book that is celebrating its "bookish birthday"!

Practice sustainability and repurpose a pinecone into a birdfeeder to give the birds a snack to eat during the chillier months. Ages 5+.

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.

Come to the Read Runner for a relaxing afternoon of creativity and sparkle! Learn how to create your own shimmering work of art using diamond painting—a fun and easy craft that combines the joy of cross-stitch with the sparkle of mosaics.

Join us for a guided crochet-along at Red Mountain! We’ll all work on the same pattern, each creating our own piece while learning together.

Join us each month for an hour of crafting. Drop in to create your own art or join in on the theme. This month’s theme: winter forest. Ages 8+ 

Step into the world of Pride and Prejudice as we honor Jane Austen’s 250th birthday with a hands-on paper crafting experience.

We will be celebrating Jane Austen's birthday with a tea party, the showing of Pride and Prejudice (rated PG) and making pressed flower cards.

Don't forget to wear your Regency finest. 

Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment - something fun will be happening every Wednesday in the Youth Activity Room! Supplies are limited.

Make your own candy filled sleigh at the library! We will provide the chocolate candy, wrapping paper, and candy canes; We just need you to supply yourself!

Learn to sew as a beginner or bring a project and socialize as a more advanced sewer. Come learn together and meet other sewers.