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 "Dobson Ranch Library" group May 7 2026 Thu Toddlertime 9:00am–9:30am Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group May 7 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 May 7 2026 Thu Toddlertime 10:00am–10:30am Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group May 7 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 "Main Library" group May 7 2026 Thu Toddlertime 10:00am–10:30am Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group May 7 2026 Thu Toddlertime 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: 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 "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 "Main Library" group May 7 2026 Thu Toddlertime 10:30am–11:00am Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group May 7 2026 Thu Toddlertime 10:30am–11:00am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: 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 May 7 2026 Thu Toddlertime at Toddlertown 10:30am–11:00am Outreach Services Offsite Event This event is in the "Outreach Services" group May 7 2026 Thu Toddlertime at Toddlertown 10:30am–11:00am 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 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 "Main Library" group May 7 2026 Thu Bad Art 3:30pm–4:15pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group May 7 2026 Thu Bad Art 3:30pm–4:15pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Teen Zone (MN) Age Group: Teen Program Type: Craft Event Details: Bad Art for teens ages 12-18 and is all about having fun, being creative, and making wonderfully weird art without worrying about perfection. Each month brings a new silly theme where the “worst” art wins!
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 7 2026 Thu Teen Anime and Manga Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 7 2026 Thu Teen Anime and Manga Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Teen Program Type: Book Groups, Entertainment Event Details: Join us to get nerdy about all thing's anime and manga. Come discuss your favorites, watch episodes, eat some snacks, and meet new people.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group May 7 2026 Thu Let's 3D Print an Arizona Keychain - Teen 4:00pm–5:30pm THINKspot at Gateway This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group May 7 2026 Thu Let's 3D Print an Arizona Keychain - Teen 4:00pm–5:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway Room: THINKspot @ GW Age Group: Teen Program Type: America 250, Educational, Instructional 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 "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.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group May 7 2026 Thu Coloring Club 6:00pm–7:30pm THINKspot at Red Mountain This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group May 7 2026 Thu Coloring Club 6:00pm–7:30pm 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 May 7 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 May 7 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 "Gateway Library" group May 7 2026 Thu Medicare 101 6:00pm–7:30pm Gateway Library Registration Required This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 7 2026 Thu Medicare 101 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational, Health Registration Required Event Details: Turning 65 or new to Medicare? 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 "Dobson Ranch Library" group May 8 2026 Fri Tinkering For Toddlers 10:00am–10:45am Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group May 8 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 "Gateway Library" group May 8 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:00am–11:00am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 8 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: 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 "Red Mountain Library" group May 8 2026 Fri Acoustic Sound Benefits to Plants by Jim Dilettoso from SVdP Mesa Sound Garden 10:00am–11:30am Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 8 2026 Fri Acoustic Sound Benefits to Plants by Jim Dilettoso from SVdP Mesa Sound Garden 10:00am–11:30am Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Roadrunner Room (RM) Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Educational, Sustainability Event Details: Urban farmer Ka-Linda Blackner from St. Vincent de Paul will be offering a horticulture talk on the benefits of acoustic sound to plants. 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 "Red Mountain Library" group May 8 2026 Fri Kith and Kin Childcare Workshop 10:00am–12:00pm Red Mountain Library Registration Required This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 8 2026 Fri Kith and Kin Childcare Workshop 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational Registration Required Event Details: The Kith & Kin Program, a program of Candelen, is a 10-week series designed for family, friend and neighbor (FFN) caregivers; grandparents, family members, friends, neighbors and unrelated adults that support families with their childcare need
This event is in the "Main Library" group May 8 2026 Fri Board Game Time 3:30pm–4:15pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group May 8 2026 Fri Board Game Time 3:30pm–4:15pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: School Age, Family Program Type: Games Event Details: Grab your favorite board game buddies and stop by the library for a round of classic board games! Games will be provided.