This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 1 2026 Fri Writing Workshop: Your Family in the Americas 10:00am–11:30am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 1 2026 Fri Writing Workshop: Your Family in the Americas 10:00am–11:30am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250, Educational, Writing Event Details: Whether your ancestors are indigenous to the Americas, came via migration, bondage or immigration, you will have an opportunity to explore writing about that experience in this session (so please bring paper and pen or a laptop).
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 1 2026 Fri Genealogy Consultations 11:30am–12:30pm Gateway Library Registration Required This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 1 2026 Fri Genealogy Consultations 11:30am–12:30pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250, Educational Registration Required Event Details: Get personalized assistance with your family history research during our genealogy consultation. Dr. Duane Roen will help you navigate resources, answer questions, and provide strategies to uncover your ancestral story. 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 May 1 2026 Fri Building Mental Wellness Through Prevention 1:00pm–4:00pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 1 2026 Fri Building Mental Wellness Through Prevention 1:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Educational, Health Event Details: Teen Lifeline joins us for an open forum to learn more about supporting each other and build knowledge to empower families to deal with difficult situations.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 2 2026 Sat Reformed Pilates 9:00am–10:00am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 2 2026 Sat Reformed Pilates 9:00am–10:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Age Group: School Age, Tween, Teen, Adult Program Type: Health, Instructional Event Details: Start your day with movement and energy at the library! Join the Reformed Pilates studio for a 50-minute Mat Pilates class designed to strengthen your body, enhance flexibility, and sharpen your balance.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group May 2 2026 Sat FarmBot Summer Seeding Open House 10:00am–12:00pm THINKspot at Gateway This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group May 2 2026 Sat FarmBot Summer Seeding Open House 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway Room: THINKspot @ GW Age Group: Adult, Family Program Type: Craft, Instructional Event Details: See FarmBot in action as we demonstrate how it plants seeds with precision technology. 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 "Main Library" group May 2 2026 Sat ESL Conversation Class 1:00pm–2:30pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group May 2 2026 Sat ESL Conversation Class 1:00pm–2:30pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Board Room (MN) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational Learn English and meet new friends! Practice basic English listening and speaking skills while learning about American culture. Please bring a notebook and pencil. Ages 18+.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group May 4 2026 Mon Virtual Reality: America 250 10:00am–11:30am THINKspot at Red Mountain Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group May 4 2026 Mon Virtual Reality: America 250 10:00am–11:30am Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain Room: THINKspot @ RM Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: America 250, STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Celebrate America's 250th year by exploring historic and American themed apps on our virtual reality headsets.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 4 2026 Mon Sound Bath 6:00pm–7:00pm Gateway Library Registration Required This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 4 2026 Mon Sound Bath 6:00pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Health, Instructional Registration Required Event Details: Join HealthRhythms facilitator, SusyJeanne Manning, for a one hour session where you will be guided musically into your own quiet therapeutic time of personal relaxation, meditation and reflection.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group May 4 2026 Mon Sewing Coasters 6:00pm–7:30pm THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group May 4 2026 Mon Sewing Coasters 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Room: THINKspot @ DR Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250, Instructional Registration Required Event Details: Explore THINKspot's creative options and learn how to use our sewing machines to make your own red, white and blue coasters to help celebrate our country's 250th birthday.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group May 5 2026 Tue Crochet Circle 10:00am–12:00pm THINKspot at Red Mountain This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group May 5 2026 Tue Crochet Circle 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain Room: THINKspot @ RM Age Group: 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 "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group May 5 2026 Tue Introduction to Microsoft Excel 10:00am–12:00pm THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group May 5 2026 Tue Introduction to Microsoft Excel 10:00am–12:00pm 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 "Outreach Services" group May 5 2026 Tue Who Picked This Book? 10:30am–12:00pm Outreach Services Offsite Event This event is in the "Outreach Services" group May 5 2026 Tue Who Picked This Book? 10:30am–12:00pm Library Branch: Outreach Services Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Groups Event Details: Join this community group in discussing mostly general fiction titles. Date Title/Author
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 5 2026 Tue How to Self-Publish a Book 6:00pm–7:00pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 5 2026 Tue How to Self-Publish a Book 6:00pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational, Instructional Event Details: Wondering about self-publishing a book? Join us for a Q&A session with one of Eastmark’s local authors!
This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group May 6 2026 Wed Intermediate/ Advanced Excel 10:00am–12:00pm THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group May 6 2026 Wed Intermediate/ Advanced Excel 10:00am–12:00pm 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 "Mesa Express Library" group May 6 2026 Wed HOTspot: Help Desk 2:00pm–3:00pm Mesa Express Library This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group May 6 2026 Wed HOTspot: Help Desk 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Mesa Express Library Age Group: Adult Program Type: Reference Curious about downloading ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more from the library with your laptop, mobile device, or ereader? Drop in during these sessions for one-on-one assistance on a first-come, first-served basis.
This event is in the "Main Library" group May 6 2026 Wed Computer Basics 2:00pm–3:30pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group May 6 2026 Wed Computer Basics 2:00pm–3:30pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Saguaro Room (MN) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Computer Class, Educational Event Details: If you are new to the computer then Computer Basics is the place to start. This week we will continue to learn how to type on a keyboard.
This event is in the "Main Library" group May 6 2026 Wed America's Best Idea and The Two Roosevelts 6:00pm–7:00pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group May 6 2026 Wed America's Best Idea and The Two Roosevelts 6:00pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Saguaro Room (MN) Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250, Educational Event Details: The US National Park system is a huge point of national pride and envied throughout the world.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group May 6 2026 Wed Laser Cut Bookshelf Signs 6:00pm–7:30pm THINKspot at Main Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group May 6 2026 Wed Laser Cut Bookshelf Signs 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Main Room: Glowforge (TS@MN) Age Group: Adult Program Type: STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Learn how to use the Glowforge and create laser-cut genre signs for your bookshelf at home.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group May 6 2026 Wed Let's 3D Print an Arizona Keychain - Adult 6:00pm–7:30pm THINKspot at Gateway Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group May 6 2026 Wed Let's 3D Print an Arizona Keychain - Adult 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway Room: THINKspot @ GW Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250, Educational, Instructional Registration Required Event Details: Participants will have fun designing a multi-colored Arizona Keychain, while learning the basics of how 3D printing works.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 7 2026 Thu Nutrition for the Family 10:00am–11:00am Red Mountain Library Registration Required This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 7 2026 Thu Nutrition for the Family 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Roadrunner Room (RM) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational Registration Required Event Details: A Nationally Certified Nutrition course offered through the University of Arizona that comes with weekly recipes and kitchenware giveaways!
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group May 7 2026 Thu Mother's Day: Paint a 3D Printed Flower 10:00am–12:00pm THINKspot at Red Mountain Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group May 7 2026 Thu Mother's Day: Paint a 3D Printed Flower 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain Room: THINKspot @ RM Age Group: Tween, Teen, Adult Program Type: Craft, Instructional Registration Required Event Details: Learn the basics of 3D printing by watching a 3D printer in action, then paint a pre-made flower. These flowers would make a lovely gift for Mother's Day on May 10th. Ages 8+.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group May 7 2026 Thu Learn to Crochet 1:00pm–3:00pm THINKspot at Dobson Ranch This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group May 7 2026 Thu Learn to Crochet 1:00pm–3:00pm 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 Red Mountain" group May 7 2026 Thu HOTspot Digital Help Desk 2:00pm–3:00pm THINKspot at Red Mountain This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group May 7 2026 Thu HOTspot Digital Help Desk 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain Room: THINKspot @ RM Age Group: Adult Program Type: Instructional, Reference Curious about downloading ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more from the library with your laptop, mobile device, or ereader? Drop in during these sessions for one-on-one assistance on a first-come, first-served basis.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group May 7 2026 Thu Puzzle Mixer 5:30pm–7:30pm THINKspot at Main This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group May 7 2026 Thu Puzzle Mixer 5:30pm–7:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Main Age Group: Adult Program Type: Games Event Details: Put the pieces together - literally and socially! Enjoy a fun puzzle night designed for adults to relax and connect with others.Puzzles of various sizes will be provided.