This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group Feb 9 2026 Mon Tween Gaming 3:30pm–4:30pm THINKspot at Main This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group Feb 9 2026 Mon Tween Gaming 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Main Age Group: Children, Tween Program Type: Games Event Details: Bring your friends and join in the fun with Switch Games like Super Smash Bros.! Open to tweens between the ages of 8-12.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 10 2026 Tue America 250: Red, White, and Blue Lantern Jars 3:00pm–4:00pm Gateway Library Registration Required This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 10 2026 Tue America 250: Red, White, and Blue Lantern Jars 3:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Children, School Age Program Type: America 250, Craft Registration Required Event Details: Shine a light with a colorful tissue paper covered lantern. Glue red, white, and blue tissue paper to a mason jar, add the provided tea light, and you'll have a bright lantern with a patriotic glow. Ages 6-11. Registration required. 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 Feb 11 2026 Wed Baby Lapsit 9:30am–10:00am Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Feb 11 2026 Wed Baby Lapsit 9:30am–10:00am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Baby Lapsit introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies. Birth-16 months.Disclaimer(s)No Large Groups
This event is in the "Main Library" group Feb 12 2026 Thu Toddlertime 10:00am–10:30am Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Feb 12 2026 Thu Toddlertime 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Feb 12 2026 Thu Toddlertime 10:30am–11:00am Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Feb 12 2026 Thu Toddlertime 10:30am–11:00am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 13 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:00am–11:00am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 13 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family Program Type: Educational Event Details: Play with your child and explore, create, and investigate with a variety of themed imagination stations. This program enables children to expand socialization and imagination skills! Best for birth- 5 years. 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 Feb 14 2026 Sat Saturday at the Ranch - Happy Birthday Arizona 1:00pm–3:00pm Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Feb 14 2026 Sat Saturday at the Ranch - Happy Birthday Arizona 1:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Craft, Educational Event Details: Happy Birthday, Arizona! Drop in and celebrate 114 years of statehood with Arizona crafts, fun activities, and a tasty birthday treat. Ages 3–6. 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. 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 "Gateway Library" group Feb 17 2026 Tue Art Cart 3:00pm–4:00pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 17 2026 Tue Art Cart 3:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Children, School Age Program Type: Craft Event Details: 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: Have A Heart. Ages 8+ 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 Feb 18 2026 Wed Baby Lapsit 9:30am–10:00am Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Baby Lapsit 9:30am–10:00am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Baby Lapsit introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies. Birth-16 months.Disclaimer(s)No Large Groups
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Kindness Rocks! 3:00pm–4:00pm Gateway Library Registration Required This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Kindness Rocks! 3:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Children, School Age Program Type: Craft Registration Required Event Details: Get creative and spread positivity by decorating rocks with inspirational messages and images. Leave your finished rock in our rock garden display or take it with you to hide elsewhere in the community. Registration required. Ages 6-11.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Toddlertime 10:00am–10:30am Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Toddlertime 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Toddlertime 10:30am–11:00am Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Toddlertime 10:30am–11:00am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 20 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:00am–11:00am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 20 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family Program Type: Educational Event Details: Play with your child and explore, create, and investigate with a variety of themed imagination stations. This program enables children to expand socialization and imagination skills! Best for birth to 5 years. 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 "Gateway Library" group Feb 23 2026 Mon Sensory Storytime 9:30am–10:00am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 23 2026 Mon Sensory Storytime 9:30am–10:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood Program Type: Educational, Storytime Event Details: Join us for an adaptive story time designed to help children with sensory integration and neurodiverse challenges join in library programs. This program utilizes music, movement, repetition, and books that increase children's engagement. Disclaimer(s) IBCCES Autism Certified The Dobson Ranch Library is IBCCES Autism Certified. IBCCES trains/certifies organizations to better serve individuals with cognitive disorders. These ideals are incorporated at all Dobson Ranch Library programs. If you have any concerns or need to request specific accommodations for you or your child, please contact us. 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.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 24 2026 Tue Game On Gateway: Unplug and Play Board Games 2:30pm–4:00pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 24 2026 Tue Game On Gateway: Unplug and Play Board Games 2:30pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Children, Family Program Type: Games Event Details: Don’t be bored, play a board game! Join us for an open-play board game afternoon where kids and families can relax, play, and connect. We’ll provide the games—you bring the fun. 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 Feb 25 2026 Wed Baby Lapsit 9:30am–10:00am Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Feb 25 2026 Wed Baby Lapsit 9:30am–10:00am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Baby Lapsit introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies. Birth-16 months.Disclaimer(s)No Large Groups
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 25 2026 Wed Fire Safety Storytime for Kids presented by The American Red Cross 9:30am–10:00am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 25 2026 Wed Fire Safety Storytime for Kids presented by The American Red Cross 9:30am–10:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: Children Program Type: America 250, Educational, Storytime Event Details: Prepare with Pedro: Home Fire Safety is a 30-minute educational storytime that reinforces how to be prepared an 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.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 25 2026 Wed Fire Safety Storytime for Kids presented by The American Red Cross 10:30am–11:00am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 25 2026 Wed Fire Safety Storytime for Kids presented by The American Red Cross 10:30am–11:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: Children Program Type: America 250, Educational, Storytime Event Details: Prepare with Pedro: Home Fire Safety is a 30-minute educational storytime that reinforces how to be prepared an 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.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Feb 26 2026 Thu Toddlertime 10:00am–10:30am Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Feb 26 2026 Thu Toddlertime 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Feb 26 2026 Thu Toddlertime 10:30am–11:00am Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Feb 26 2026 Thu Toddlertime 10:30am–11:00am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 27 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:00am–11:00am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 27 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family Program Type: Educational Event Details: Play with your child and explore, create, and investigate with a variety of themed imagination stations. This program enables children to expand socialization and imagination skills! Best for birth- 5 years. 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 Feb 28 2026 Sat Discover Arizona Wildlife with Arizona Game and Fish 2:00pm–3:00pm Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Feb 28 2026 Sat Discover Arizona Wildlife with Arizona Game and Fish 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Age Group: Children, All Ages Program Type: America 250, Educational Event Details: Celebrate the amazing diversity of wildlife that call Arizona home!
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Mar 2 2026 Mon Sensory Storytime 9:30am–10:00am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Mar 2 2026 Mon Sensory Storytime 9:30am–10:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood Program Type: Educational, Storytime Event Details: Join us for an adaptive story time designed to help children with sensory integration and neurodiverse challenges join in library programs. This program utilizes music, movement, repetition, and books that increase children's engagement. Disclaimer(s) IBCCES Autism Certified The Dobson Ranch Library is IBCCES Autism Certified. IBCCES trains/certifies organizations to better serve individuals with cognitive disorders. These ideals are incorporated at all Dobson Ranch Library programs. If you have any concerns or need to request specific accommodations for you or your child, please contact us. 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.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Mar 2 2026 Mon East Valley Children's Theatre presents On the Spot 5:00pm–6:00pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Mar 2 2026 Mon East Valley Children's Theatre presents On the Spot 5:00pm–6:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Children, All Ages Program Type: Entertainment Event Details: On the Spot, a teen improv troupe, will perform their comedy improv. Every show is different and new.