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Percy Jackson Universe Book Club

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Groups
Event Details:
Each month we will read a book from the world of Percy Jackson and then meet up at the library to enjoy trivia, games, and crafts inspired by the book.  This month's book is Percy Jackson and the Olympians: Sea of Monsters ...

Letters to Beloved Characters: Grumpy Monkey

All Day
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Children's Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:
If you have a burning question for Grumpy Monkey, now is your chance to ask. This activity will be available at the Red Mountain Library children's desk from April 1st to April 17th. Children can pick up "their mail" at the children's desk beginning ...

LEGO Club

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Entertainment, Games

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

Toddlertime

10:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, 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.

Ticketed Event

Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.

Bird Watching Bingo & Crafts

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Educational, Sustainability
Event Details:
Celebrate Earth Day with sustainable crafts and a bingo bird-watching challenge. A take-home bird feeder craft will also be provided. Ages 6-12.   ...

This program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in our community, and address the negative outcomes of a changing climate.

Learn about the Library’s sustainability efforts
Get tips on living green

Baby Lapsit

9:00am - 9:30am
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, 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.

Baby Lapsit

9:30am - 10:00am
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, 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.

Little Crafters

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Craft, Entertainment
Event Details:
Little crafters will create pieces of artwork using different types of techniques and mediums.  So be prepared to get a little messy.  We provide all the materials and you provide the imagination.     Registration is no...

EVCT Express Acting Troupe Presents: Back Yard Aliens!

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Entertainment, Special Program
Event Details:
Something’s not right. Aliens, oh no! What are we going to do? See how this thrilling tale ends with a performance from the Express Acting Troupe from East Valley Children’s Theatre.     ...

Toddlertime

10:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, 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.

Ticketed Event

Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.

Baby Lapsit

9:00am - 9:30am
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, 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.

Baby Lapsit

9:30am - 10:00am
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, 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.

EVCT Bravo Musical Theatre Troupe presents: Broadway Headliners

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Entertainment, Special Program
Event Details:
Enjoy a collection of Broadway musical numbers by the Bravo Musical Theatre Troupe from the East Valley Children’s Theatre.       ...

Mo Willems Party

10:00am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:
Come join us to celebrate beloved children's author, Mo Willems by doing Elephant and Piggie and Pigeon themed crafts and reading stories. Ages 3-5. ...

How to be a Citizen Scientist with Sci-Starter

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Educational, Sustainability
Event Details:
Find out how to help real scientists do their research with Citizen Science. Our Sci-Starter presenter will teach us how to use the tools in the Observing Pollinators Kit to collect data on bees! Ages 8-12 ...

Toddlertime

10:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, 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.

Ticketed Event

Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.

First 5 Pages Book Club

4:00pm - 4:30pm
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Entertainment, Storytime
Event Details:
Join us for an elementary age storytime! We’ll read the first five pages of the book of the month and follow up with a story related activity. This month we will be reading Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus by Dusti Bowling and com...

Baby Lapsit

9:00am - 9:30am
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, 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.

Baby Lapsit

9:30am - 10:00am
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, 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.

Little Crafters

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:
Little crafters will create pieces of artwork using different types of techniques and mediums.  So be prepared to get a little messy.  We provide all the materials and you provide the imagination.     Registration is no...

Happily Ever Crafter

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Storytime, Sustainability
Event Details:
Stop by the Youth Activity Room to hear a story and make a craft. The story may end but the craft lives on! All crafts will include recycled materials that you can find around your own home. Ages 4-9.  ...

This program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in our community, and address the negative outcomes of a changing climate.

Learn about the Library’s sustainability efforts
Get tips on living green

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.

Letters to Beloved Characters: Olivia the Pig

All Day
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Children's Room (RM)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:
If you have a burning question for Olivia now is your chance to ask. This activity will be available at the Red Mountain Library children's desk from May 1st to May 20th. Children can pick up "their mail" at the children's desk beginning May 31st.&nb...

Baby Lapsit

9:00am - 9:30am
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, 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.

Baby Lapsit

9:30am - 10:00am
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, 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.