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Baby Lapsit

9:30am–10:00am
Dobson Ranch Library
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.

Toddlertime

9:00am–9:30am
Dobson Ranch Library
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.

Toddlertime

10:00am–10:30am
Dobson Ranch Library
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.

Tinkering For Toddlers

10:00am–10:45am
Dobson Ranch Library
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.

Saturday at the Ranch: Building Blocks

1:00pm–3:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO and DUPLO blocks will be provided.

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.

Martin Luther King Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, THINKspot at Main, Red Mountain Library, THINKspot at Red Mountain, Dobson Ranch Library, THINKspot at Dobson Ranch, Gateway Library, THINKspot at Gateway, Mesa Express Library, Bookmobile, Outreach Services, Online / Virtual
Description:

All Mesa Public Libraries closed in observance of Martin Luther King Day.

Preschool Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Dobson Ranch Library
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.

Baby Lapsit

9:30am–10:00am
Dobson Ranch Library
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.

Craft Night: Mini Books

6:00pm–7:30pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Craft, Sustainability
Event Details:

Try your hand at a low-stakes craft night. This month we'll be making and decorating our own mini books to use as journals, memory books, or scrapbooks.

Toddlertime

9:00am–9:30am
Dobson Ranch Library
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.

Toddlertime

10:00am–10:30am
Dobson Ranch Library
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.

Teen Escape Room: Escape the Story

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

You’ve been pulled into the pages of a mysterious book—and now you’re trapped inside its unfinished story! The only way out? Solve a series of puzzles, uncover hidden clues, and unlock the tools you need to write the final scene.

Teen Escape Room: Escape the Story

12:00pm–1:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Entertainment, Games
Event Details:

You’ve been pulled into the pages of a mysterious book—and now you’re trapped inside its unfinished story! The only way out? Solve a series of puzzles, uncover hidden clues, and unlock the tools you need to write the final scene.

Teen Escape Room: Escape the Story

1:00pm–2:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Entertainment, Games
Event Details:

You’ve been pulled into the pages of a mysterious book—and now you’re trapped inside its unfinished story! The only way out? Solve a series of puzzles, uncover hidden clues, and unlock the tools you need to write the final scene.

Saturday at the Ranch - Recycled Creations

1:00pm–3:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Craft, Sustainability
Event Details:

Families who craft together stay together. We’ll provide supplies, tools, and ideas to get you started, but the final creation is up to you.

Preschool Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Dobson Ranch Library
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.

Baby Lapsit

9:30am–10:00am
Dobson Ranch Library
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.

Toddlertime

10:00am–10:30am
Dobson Ranch Library
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.

President's Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, THINKspot at Main, Red Mountain Library, THINKspot at Red Mountain, Dobson Ranch Library, THINKspot at Dobson Ranch, Gateway Library, THINKspot at Gateway, Mesa Express Library, Bookmobile, Outreach Services, Online / Virtual
Description:

All Mesa Public Libraries closed in observance of President's Day.

Memorial Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, THINKspot at Main, Red Mountain Library, THINKspot at Red Mountain, Dobson Ranch Library, THINKspot at Dobson Ranch, Gateway Library, THINKspot at Gateway, Mesa Express Library, Bookmobile, Outreach Services, Online / Virtual
Description:

All Mesa Public Libraries closed in observance of Memorial Day. 

Independence Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, THINKspot at Main, Red Mountain Library, THINKspot at Red Mountain, Dobson Ranch Library, THINKspot at Dobson Ranch, Gateway Library, THINKspot at Gateway, Mesa Express Library, Bookmobile, Outreach Services, Online / Virtual
Description:

All Mesa Public Libraries closed in observance of Independence Day. 

Labor Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, THINKspot at Main, Red Mountain Library, THINKspot at Red Mountain, Dobson Ranch Library, THINKspot at Dobson Ranch, Gateway Library, THINKspot at Gateway, Mesa Express Library, Bookmobile, Outreach Services, Online / Virtual
Description:

All Mesa Public Libraries closed in observance of Labor Day. 

Veterans Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, THINKspot at Main, Red Mountain Library, THINKspot at Red Mountain, Dobson Ranch Library, THINKspot at Dobson Ranch, Gateway Library, THINKspot at Gateway, Mesa Express Library, Bookmobile, Outreach Services, Online / Virtual
Description:

All Mesa Public Libraries closed in observance of Veterans Day. 

Thanksgiving

11/25/2026 @ 5:00pm–11/27/2026 @ 11:45pm
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, THINKspot at Main, Red Mountain Library, THINKspot at Red Mountain, Dobson Ranch Library, THINKspot at Dobson Ranch, Gateway Library, THINKspot at Gateway, Mesa Express Library, Bookmobile, Outreach Services, Online / Virtual
Description:

All Mesa Public Libraries closed in observance of Thanksgiving.