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This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Digital Skills Builder Workshops

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Roadrunner Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Computer Class, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Compudopt will be on-hand to teach computer skills to adults.  Digital Skills Builder topics include:  computer basics, internet use and safet

Registration Required
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Roadrunner Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Compudopt will be on-hand to teach computer skills to adults.  Digital Skills Builder topics include:  computer basics, internet use and safet

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Arizona Meets Disney Presented by Marshall Shore

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Instructional
Age Group:
Family, All Ages

Explore where Arizona meets the happiest place on Earth. Consider the adventures of Walt Disney in Arizona and influences that have affected both Arizona and Disney.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Family, All Ages
Program Type: Entertainment, Instructional
Event Details:

Explore where Arizona meets the happiest place on Earth. Consider the adventures of Walt Disney in Arizona and influences that have affected both Arizona and Disney.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

As You Wish Painting Canvas

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teen Zone (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Teen

An As You Wish Staff member will walk participants step-by-step through creating this amazing canvas design. Participants will learn the art of acrylic paint and blending colors while letting their inner artist out.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Zone (MN)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Craft, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

An As You Wish Staff member will walk participants step-by-step through creating this amazing canvas design. Participants will learn the art of acrylic paint and blending colors while letting their inner artist out.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Digital Skills Builder Workshops

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Roadrunner Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Computer Class, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Compudopt will be on-hand to teach computer skills to adults.  Digital Skills Builder topics include:  computer basics, internet use and safet

Cancelled
Registration Required
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Roadrunner Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Compudopt will be on-hand to teach computer skills to adults.  Digital Skills Builder topics include:  computer basics, internet use and safet

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

RPG at the Library - Adult

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm
THINKspot @MN at THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Instructional
Age Group:
Children, Early Childhood

Learn and play Dungeons & Dragons®  with an experienced player.  Already know how to play? Come in and use the space to lead your own campaign. New players are welcome.

 

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood
Program Type: Instructional
Event Details:

Learn and play Dungeons & Dragons®  with an experienced player.  Already know how to play? Come in and use the space to lead your own campaign. New players are welcome.

 

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Paint Night

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Unwind and enjoy yourself as you create your own masterpiece on canvas. No experience is necessary, and materials and instructions will be provided. 

This program is for adults 18+. Registration is required and spots are limited.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Entertainment, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unwind and enjoy yourself as you create your own masterpiece on canvas. No experience is necessary, and materials and instructions will be provided. 

This program is for adults 18+. Registration is required and spots are limited.

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

Introduction to Microsoft Excel

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
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.

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

Intermediate/ Advanced Excel

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Computer Class, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Learn how to sort, filter, freeze panes, conduct basic math, and create charts. Then learn advanced Excel topics like how to create pivot tables, how to use multiple spreadsheets, and how to use absolute references, vlookup, and other techniq

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

Learn how to sort, filter, freeze panes, conduct basic math, and create charts. Then learn advanced Excel topics like how to create pivot tables, how to use multiple spreadsheets, and how to use absolute references, vlookup, and other techniq

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class Prerequisite

Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Family Art Lab: Slime

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Family

Color your world by learning using different materials to create art. This week we will be making slime.

Supplies are limited 

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

Color your world by learning using different materials to create art. This week we will be making slime.

Supplies are limited 

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 "Main Library" group

Mesa’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Program presents STEAM at the Library

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Main Library
Program Type:
Instructional, STEAM
Age Group:
Children

Mesa’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Program presents… STEAM at the Library

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Instructional, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Mesa’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Program presents… STEAM at the Library

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

Learn to Crochet

Thursday, July 10, 2025 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.  

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 "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group

Learn to Crochet - Evening Session

Thursday, July 10, 2025 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.  

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 "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group

Custom Zipper Pouches with the Cameo

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Silhouette Cameo (TS@DR) at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Choose a design and learn to use our Silhouette Cameo to cut heat transfer vinyl to customize a zippered pouch. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: Silhouette Cameo (TS@DR)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Choose a design and learn to use our Silhouette Cameo to cut heat transfer vinyl to customize a zippered pouch. 

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class Prerequisite

Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Lifesaver Class Presented by City of Mesa Fire and Medical

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Educational, Instructional
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Knowing what to do in the first few minutes of an emergency can help to save a life! Lifesaver training provides you with critical skills to use in an emergency to help until we arrive. 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Event Details:

Knowing what to do in the first few minutes of an emergency can help to save a life! Lifesaver training provides you with critical skills to use in an emergency to help until we arrive. 

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

City of Mesa Bicycle & Pedestrian Presents: Helmet Pop Up

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @MN at THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Educational, Instructional
Age Group:
Family

Mesa’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Program will provide free helmets for the public for people of all ages, until supplies last.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Event Details:

Mesa’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Program will provide free helmets for the public for people of all ages, until supplies last.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Family Art Lab: Bean & Seed Mosaics

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Family

Color your world by learning using different materials to create art. This week we will be using beans and seeds to make mosaics.

Supplies are limited 

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

Color your world by learning using different materials to create art. This week we will be using beans and seeds to make mosaics.

Supplies are limited 

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 "THINKspot at Main" group

RPG at the Library - Adult

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm
THINKspot @MN at THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Learn and play Dungeons & Dragons®  with an experienced player.  Already know how to play? Come in and use the space to lead your own campaign. New players are welcome.

 

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Event Details:

Learn and play Dungeons & Dragons®  with an experienced player.  Already know how to play? Come in and use the space to lead your own campaign. New players are welcome.

 

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Family Art Lab: Salt Dough

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Family

Color your world by learning using different materials to create art. This week we will be making salt dough to create your own sculpture.

Supplies are limited 

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

Color your world by learning using different materials to create art. This week we will be making salt dough to create your own sculpture.

Supplies are limited 

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 "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group

Teen Time: Custom Zipper Pouches

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Instructional, STEAM
Age Group:
Teen

Choose a design and learn to use our Silhouette Cameo to cut heat transfer vinyl to customize a zippered pouch. 

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

Choose a design and learn to use our Silhouette Cameo to cut heat transfer vinyl to customize a zippered pouch. 

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class Prerequisite

Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Big Art Day

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Family

End the summer by creating community art.

Supplies are limited 

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

End the summer by creating community art.

Supplies are limited 

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 "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Lifesaver Class Presented by City of Mesa Fire and Medical

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Educational, Instructional
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Knowing what to do in the first few minutes of an emergency can help to save a life! Lifesaver training provides you with critical skills to use in an emergency to help until we arrive. 

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Event Details:

Knowing what to do in the first few minutes of an emergency can help to save a life! Lifesaver training provides you with critical skills to use in an emergency to help until we arrive. 

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

Medicare 101

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Health, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Medicare is complex and evolving; it is a health insurance program for folks turning 65 years old and for people with certain disabilities.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health, Instructional
Event Details:

Medicare is complex and evolving; it is a health insurance program for folks turning 65 years old and for people with certain disabilities.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Color and Chill

Friday, August 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Instructional
Age Group:
Teen

Please join us as we sit back, relax, and color.

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

Please join us as we sit back, relax, and color.

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

Teen Time: Glowforge Pencil Engraving

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Glowforge (TS@DR) at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Instructional, STEAM
Age Group:
Teen

Get started using THINKspot's Glowforge and engrave your own message on pencils. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: Glowforge (TS@DR)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Instructional, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get started using THINKspot's Glowforge and engrave your own message on pencils. 

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class Prerequisite

Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.