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This event is in the "Main Library" group

Let's Play!

10:00am–10:30am
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Join us for a morning of guided play. Join your young child in a meaningful play experience that will enhance a variety of skills.  A materials kit with the corresponding theme will be available for check out. 

 Ages 3-5.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group

Crochet Circle

10:00am–12:00pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Children, Tween, Teen, Adult
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Noon Year's Day Celebration

11:00am–12:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Help us ring in the "Noon Year" with a party just for kids! Who says you need to stay up until midnight to celebrate? We'll decorate hats, make noise makers, and have treats. 

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.

This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group

Noon Year's Day Storytime

11:30am–12:00pm
Mesa Express Library
Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Come to the Mesa Express Library for a special New Years Eve Storytime and STEAM project. 

Disclaimer(s)

MEL Programs

All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors. 

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Noon Year's Day Celebration

11:30am–12:15pm
Gateway Library
Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Help us ring in the "Noon Year" with a party just for kids! Who says you need to stay up until midnight to celebrate? We'll have party hats, noise makers, and plenty of other surprises.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Stay and Play

10:00am–11:00am
Gateway Library
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

Saturday at the Ranch: Puzzles

1:00pm–3:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
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

Sensory Storytime

9:30am–10:00am
Gateway Library
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 "Main Library" group

Baby Lapsit

9:30am–10:00am
Main Library
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

Walk-In Wednesdays

2:00pm–3:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, School Age, Tween
Program Type: Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Toddler Time

10:00am–10:30am
Main Library
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

Toddler Time

10:30am–11:00am
Main Library
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

Stay and Play

10:00am–11:00am
Gateway Library
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 "Main Library" group

Storytime on Saturday

10:00am–10:30am
Main Library
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 "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Donut Miss a Donut Storytime with Officer Lopez

10:00am–11:00am
Dobson Ranch Library
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join Officer Lopez and Ms. Amy for a special storytime filled with songs, rhymes, donut-themed stories, and (of course) donuts!
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

Sensory Storytime

9:30am–10:00am
Gateway Library
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

Pass the Plate

3:30pm–4:30pm
Gateway Library
Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
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 "THINKspot at Main" group

Tween Gaming

3:30pm–4:30pm
THINKspot at Main
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 "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Pajama Storytime

6:30pm–7:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a special nighttime storytime, complete with songs, rhymes, games, and a bedtime story. Ages 3-6. 

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Snowscape Diorama

3:30pm–4:30pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Craft, Sustainability
Event Details:

Create a 3D snowman village scene by combining new and repurposed materials. Use items like cotton balls, felt scraps, buttons, and cardboard to craft your perfect snowman village.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Baby Lapsit

9:30am–10:00am
Main Library
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

Walk-In Wednesdays

2:00pm–3:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, School Age, Tween
Program Type: Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Toddler Time

10:00am–10:30am
Main Library
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

Toddler Time

10:30am–11:00am
Main Library
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.