This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Mar 20 2026 Fri Grand Canyon State Model Railroaders 10:00am–4:30pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Mar 20 2026 Fri Grand Canyon State Model Railroaders 10:00am–4:30pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Children, All Ages Program Type: America 250, Educational Event Details: Get your engineers cap ready as the Grand Canyon State Model Railroaders pull into the depot at Red Mountain Library. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Mar 21 2026 Sat Storytime on Saturday 10:00am–10:30am Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Mar 21 2026 Sat Storytime on Saturday 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this special Saturday storytime! Best for ages 2-5, but all are welcome.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Mar 21 2026 Sat Grand Canyon State Model Railroaders 10:00am–2:00pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Mar 21 2026 Sat Grand Canyon State Model Railroaders 10:00am–2:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Children, All Ages Program Type: America 250, Educational Event Details: Get your engineers cap ready as the Grand Canyon State Model Railroaders pull into the depot at Red Mountain Library. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Mar 21 2026 Sat Spring Suncatchers 3:00pm–4:00pm Gateway Library Registration Required This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Mar 21 2026 Sat Spring Suncatchers 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: Welcome spring by crafting a vibrant suncatcher from a rainbow of tissue paper and let your window glow with cheerful color. Ages 5-12. 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 Mar 23 2026 Mon Sensory Storytime 9:30am–10:00am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Mar 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 This facility is IBCCES Autism Certified. IBCCES trains/certifies organizations to better serve individuals with cognitive disorders. These ideals are incorporated within this program. 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 "Main Library" group Mar 23 2026 Mon America 250 Presents: The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire 3:45pm–4:30pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Mar 23 2026 Mon America 250 Presents: The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire 3:45pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children, School Age Program Type: America 250 Event Details: In honor of America 250, join us as we learn about the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire, a tragedy that shaped American history.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Mar 23 2026 Mon East Valley Children's Theatre presents Junior Jokesters 5:00pm–6:00pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Mar 23 2026 Mon East Valley Children's Theatre presents Junior Jokesters 5:00pm–6:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Children, All Ages Program Type: Entertainment Event Details: Junior Jokesters, a youth improv group, will entertain their audience with their comedy improv in a show they make up on the spot.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Mar 25 2026 Wed Baby Lapsit 9:30am–10:00am Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Mar 25 2026 Wed Baby Lapsit 9:30am–10:00am Library Branch: Main Library Age Group: Children, Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Event DetailsBaby Lapsit introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies. Birth-16 months.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Mar 26 2026 Thu Toddlertime 10:00am–10:30am Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Mar 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 Mar 26 2026 Thu Toddlertime 10:30am–11:00am Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Mar 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 Mar 27 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:00am–11:00am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Mar 27 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 "Gateway Library" group Mar 30 2026 Mon Sensory Storytime 9:30am–10:00am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Mar 30 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 This facility is IBCCES Autism Certified. IBCCES trains/certifies organizations to better serve individuals with cognitive disorders. These ideals are incorporated within this program. 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 Mar 31 2026 Tue Game On Gateway: Unplug and Play Board Games 2:30pm–4:00pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Mar 31 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, School Age, 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 "Gateway Library" group Apr 6 2026 Mon Sensory Storytime 9:30am–10:00am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Apr 6 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 This facility is IBCCES Autism Certified. IBCCES trains/certifies organizations to better serve individuals with cognitive disorders. These ideals are incorporated within this program. 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 Apr 6 2026 Mon East Valley Children's Theatre presents Express 5:00pm–6:00pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 6 2026 Mon East Valley Children's Theatre presents Express 5:00pm–6:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Children, All Ages Program Type: Entertainment Event Details: Express, an acting troupe, will perform the show they created and wrote together.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 11 2026 Sat Spring Festival 10:00am–12:00pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 11 2026 Sat Spring Festival 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, School Age, Tween, Family Program Type: Craft, Entertainment, Games, Special Program Event Details: Come celebrate the Spring season at the Red Mountain Library Spring Festival. There will be carnival style games, crafts, and more for kids aged 3-8 and their families.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 13 2026 Mon East Valley Children's Theatre presents Bravo! 5:00pm–6:00pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 13 2026 Mon East Valley Children's Theatre presents Bravo! 5:00pm–6:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Children, All Ages Program Type: Entertainment Event Details: Bravo, a musical theatre troupe, will perform their new show.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Apr 15 2026 Wed EVCT On the Spot 5:00pm–6:00pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Apr 15 2026 Wed EVCT On the Spot 5:00pm–6:00pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children, All Ages Program Type: Entertainment Event Details: We make the funnies happen. EVCT On the Spot is an improv theatre troupe for teens directed by Aaron Blanco. Each semester, students develop and rehearse skills to tour improvised performances around the East Valley.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Food Group Storytime 3:30pm–4:30pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Food Group Storytime 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Children, Family Program Type: Craft, Storytime Event Details: Get ready to giggle. Join us for a storytime featuring books by Jory John, the author who turns big feelings into big laughs and make your own food character craft.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group May 2 2026 Sat Saturday at the Ranch: Puzzles 1:00pm–3:00pm Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group May 2 2026 Sat Saturday at the Ranch: Puzzles 1:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Age Group: Children, School Age, Family Program Type: Entertainment Event Details: We’ll break out the puzzles and families can choose their favorites to put together. Puzzles are beneficial for cognitive function, problem solving, and spatial reasoning.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 4 2026 Mon Pass the Plate 3:30pm–4:30pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 4 2026 Mon Pass the Plate 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Age Group: Children, School Age Program Type: Educational, Health Event Details: Learn about different cultures through food by passing the plate! We will explore how common everyday foods are utilized in various types of cooking. Together, we will cook a simple dish so you can experience food for yourself. 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. Ticketed Event Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jun 29 2026 Mon STEAMers 4:00pm–5:00pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jun 29 2026 Mon STEAMers 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Age Group: Children, School Age, Tween Program Type: Educational, STEAM Event Details: Join us as we explore the exciting world of STEAM! Each month we’ll focus on a new topic—like robotics, forensic science, digital art, or geometry—through hands-on activities and creative experiments. This month: Balloon Cans
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jul 27 2026 Mon STEAMers 4:00pm–5:00pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jul 27 2026 Mon STEAMers 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Age Group: Children, School Age Program Type: Educational, STEAM Event Details: Join us as we explore the exciting world of STEAM! Each month we’ll focus on a new topic—like robotics, forensic science, digital art, or geometry—through hands-on activities and creative experiments. This month: Marble Maze
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Aug 31 2026 Mon STEAMers 4:00pm–5:00pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Aug 31 2026 Mon STEAMers 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Age Group: Children, School Age Program Type: Educational, STEAM Event Details: Join us as we explore the exciting world of STEAM! Each month we’ll focus on a new topic—like robotics, forensic science, digital art, or geometry—through hands-on activities and creative experiments. This month: Crayon Canvas