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

STEAM Workshop

4:00pm–5:00pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Plasma Robotics brings STEAM to life for ages 8–12 with playful, hands-on projects that make learning feel like playtime. Come build, create, and discover your inner engineer!

Registration is required due to limited supplies.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group

Teen Time: Engraving Your Art with the Glowforge

4:30pm–5:30pm
THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Instructional, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore THINKspot's creative options and learn how engrave your original art with the Glowforge.

This event is in the "Main Library" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Kelley Keffer, Project Manager, Office of Economic Development City of Mesa to learn about the City's Mesa Builder Program and services.  Session will share free resources available to Mesa's small businesses.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Puzzle Mixer

5:30pm–7:30pm
THINKspot at Main
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.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Puzzle Competition

5:45pm–7:30pm
Red Mountain Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Family
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join the second Inter-City Puzzle Tournament!

This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

I Love Light Up Cards - Adult

6:00pm–7:30pm
THINKspot at Gateway
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Room: THINKspot @ GW
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a unique Valentine’s card that lights up using simple paper circuits. Add LEDs and your own creativity to make a glowing message that truly shines.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group

Toddlertime

9:00am–9:30am
THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ 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 "Main Library" group

Toddlertime

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 "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group

Toddlertime

10:00am–10:30am
THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ 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 Red Mountain" group

Beginner Sewing

10:00am–11:00am
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Craft, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have you been dreaming of learning to sew, but don't know where to start? Learn the basics with librarian Rin! We will go over buttons and settings and do a simple beginner project.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Toddlertime

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 "Outreach Services" group

Toddlertime at Toddler Town

10:30am–11:00am
Outreach Services
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach Services
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group

Learn to Crochet

1:00pm–3:00pm
THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
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

HOTspot Digital Help Desk

2:00pm–3:00pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class, Instructional

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 Gateway" group

I Love Light Up Cards - Teens

4:00pm–5:30pm
THINKspot at Gateway
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Room: THINKspot @ GW
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a unique Valentine’s card that lights up using simple paper circuits. Add LEDs and your own creativity to make a glowing message that truly shines.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Puzzle Competition

5:45pm–7:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @ MN
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Family
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Inter-City Puzzle Tournament – Main Library

Four Cities. Four Library Systems. One Champion! 

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

Coloring Club

6:00pm–7:30pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult, Family
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Relax and color your stress away. Coloring pages and colored pencils, markers, and crayons will be provided, or you may bring your own.  Card-making materials will also be provided.

 

This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group

Learn to Crochet: Evening Session

6:00pm–7:30pm
THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
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 "Main Library" group

Craft Storytime: Galaxy in a Jar

10:00am–10:45am
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Join us for a special space story and hands-on craft time. Children will make a colorful galaxy jar to keep!

This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group

Tinkering For Toddlers

10:00am–10:45am
THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ 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 "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 "Gateway Library" group
Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: America 250, Educational, Writing
Event Details:

Have you considered tracing your family’s history, but don’t know where to start? Duane Roen will share some readily available resources, tools, and strategies for getting started with researching your roots.

This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group

Toddlertime

10:30am–11:00am
Mesa Express Library
Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
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)

MEL Programs

All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors. 

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

Art Journaling

11:00am–12:30pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Event Details:

Starting an art journal can be a low stress practice to integrate into your daily life to increase your creativity. We'll introduce some tips, crafts and projects that can get you started.