This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 2 2026 Thu Toddlertime 9:00am–9:30am Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 2 2026 Thu Toddlertime 9:00am–9:30am Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months. 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 Apr 2 2026 Thu Toddlertime 10:00am–10:30am Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 2 2026 Thu Toddlertime 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months. 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 "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Apr 4 2026 Sat Yoga & Me 11:00am–12:00pm THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Apr 4 2026 Sat Yoga & Me 11:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Room: THINKspot @ DR Age Group: School Age Program Type: Educational, Health Registration Required Event Details: Yoga & Me is a 4-week yoga and mindfulness series for children ages 5-7 designed to support emotional awareness, compassion, self-regulation, and expression.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 4 2026 Sat Saturday at the Ranch: Puzzles 1:00pm–3:00pm Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 4 2026 Sat Saturday at the Ranch: Puzzles 1:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Age Group: 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 "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Apr 6 2026 Mon Red, White and Blue Flowers on the Paper Cutter 2:00pm–3:30pm THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Apr 6 2026 Mon Red, White and Blue Flowers on the Paper Cutter 2:00pm–3:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Room: THINKspot @ DR Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250, Instructional Registration Required Event Details: Brighten up your summer decor and learn to use the vinyl and paper cutter to make red, white, and blue flowers to celebrate the USA's 250th birthday.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 6 2026 Mon Recess at the Library: Frisbee 4:00pm–5:00pm Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 6 2026 Mon Recess at the Library: Frisbee 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Age Group: School Age, Tween Program Type: America 250, Games Event Details: Join us on the basketball court for frisbee! Ages 6-12.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Preschool Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Preschool Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this storytime designed to get children ready for kindergarten. Ages 3-5. 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 "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Apr 7 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 Apr 7 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 "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Baby Lapsit 9:30am–10:00am Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Baby Lapsit 9:30am–10:00am Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Baby Lapsit introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies. Birth-16 months. 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 "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Apr 8 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 Apr 8 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 "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 8 2026 Wed East Valley Children's Theater - Junior Jokesters 5:00pm–7:00pm Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 8 2026 Wed East Valley Children's Theater - Junior Jokesters 5:00pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Family Program Type: Entertainment Event Details: Things are about to get silly! The Junior Jokesters improvisation troupe is ready to tickle your funny bone and make you split a seam. Their creativity, their quick thinking, and their wacky antics are sure to wow you.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Toddlertime 9:00am–9:30am Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Toddlertime 9:00am–9:30am Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months. 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 Apr 9 2026 Thu Toddlertime 10:00am–10:30am Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Toddlertime 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months. 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 "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Learn to Crochet 1:00pm–3:00pm THINKspot at Dobson Ranch This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Apr 9 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 "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Fiction Folks 2:00pm–3:00pm Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Fiction Folks 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Groups Event Details: This month's book for discussion is The Forest of Vanishing Stars by Kristin Harmel.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Learn to Crochet: Evening Session 6:00pm–7:30pm THINKspot at Dobson Ranch This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Learn to Crochet: Evening Session 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Room: THINKspot @ DR Age Group: Adult Program Type: Craft, Instructional Event Details: Join us for our evening session 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 "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 10 2026 Fri Tinkering For Toddlers 10:00am–10:45am Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 10 2026 Fri Tinkering For Toddlers 10:00am–10:45am Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: STEAM, Storytime, Sustainability Event Details: A STEAM-based Storytime that gives toddlers the opportunity to explore, be curious, and practice independent thinking. For ages 2-3 years old. Supplies are limited.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 11 2026 Sat Survival Guide to Buying or Selling a Home 10:00am–11:00am Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 11 2026 Sat Survival Guide to Buying or Selling a Home 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational Event Details: While buying or selling a house is exciting and something to be proud of, it can be a confusing and complicated process that can leave you feeling intimidated.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Apr 11 2026 Sat Yoga & Me 11:00am–12:00pm THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Apr 11 2026 Sat Yoga & Me 11:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Room: THINKspot @ DR Age Group: School Age Program Type: Educational, Health Registration Required Event Details: Yoga & Me is a 4-week yoga and mindfulness series for children ages 5-7 designed to support emotional awareness, compassion, self-regulation, and expression.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 11 2026 Sat Saturday at the Ranch: Games 1:00pm–3:00pm Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 11 2026 Sat Saturday at the Ranch: Games 1:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: School Age, Family Program Type: Games Event Details: We’ll break out games and cards and families can choose their favorites to play. Playing games helps develop your imagination, teamwork and problem-solving skills.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 11 2026 Sat A Far-Off Galaxy Watch-A-Long 2:00pm–4:00pm Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 11 2026 Sat A Far-Off Galaxy Watch-A-Long 2:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Age Group: Tween, Teen Program Type: Movie Event Details: Join us for a galactic movie experience. Each month, we will be working our way through the Stars Wars movies in order of the release date. This month, we will be watching Phantom Menace (PG). Ages 8-18.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Book Hedgehogs 4:00pm–5:00pm Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Book Hedgehogs 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Teen Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Come make a hedgehog out of recycled books. Ages 12-18. 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
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Preschool Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Preschool Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this storytime designed to get children ready for kindergarten. Ages 3-5. 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 "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Computer Skills Training 2:00pm–3:00pm THINKspot at Dobson Ranch This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Computer Skills Training 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Room: THINKspot @ DR Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Computer Class Event Details: Mesa librarians will help you navigate several online learning platforms for technology so that you can improve your computer skills at your own pace and on your own time.