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Countdown to Gateway

9:00am–12:00pm
Gateway Library
Library Branch: Gateway Library
Age Group: Family, All Ages
Program Type: Special Program
Event Details:

Get an early peek of the outdoor space, meet library staff, and discover some of the exciting new features coming soon!

Baby Lapsit

9:30am–10:00am
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

Baby Lapsit introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies. Birth-16 months.

Disclaimer(s)

Ticketed Event

Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.

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.

Let Your Light Shine!

10:00am–10:45am
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Celebrate the season of lights with stories, songs, and a cheerful craft! From flickering candles to twinkling stars, we’ll explore the bright and beautiful ways people bring light to the winter season. Ages 3-5.

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. 

Make A Winter Pom Pom Friend

3:30pm–4:30pm
Red Mountain Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Early Childhood, Family
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Create a snowman, a penguin or a polar bear out of pom pom balls, fuzzy sticks and wiggly eyes to take home for the winter!

A Visit with Mrs. Claus

10:00am–11:00am
Mesa Express Library
Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Beloved children's performer Jan Sandwich will appear as Mrs. Santa Claus. Her stories, songs and magic will get you into the holiday spirit. 

Disclaimer(s)

MEL Programs

All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors. 

Bike and Scooter Rodeo

10:00am–12:00pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Lobby (RM)
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Families can ride or scoot over to the library for a fun and educational morning! Get fitted for a free bike helmet and learn safe cycling tips from John Boyd, Injury Prevention Specialist at Phoenix Children’s.

Writer in Residence Consultations

10:00am–12:00pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 2 (RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Marc Mason as our Writer in Residence from October 1 to December 31.

Gateway Library Grand Opening

10:00am–2:00pm
Gateway Library
Library Branch: Gateway Library
Age Group: Family, All Ages
Program Type: Special Program
Event Details:

The wait is almost over!

The official Grand Opening and Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony will be on Saturday, December 6, at 10 a.m., followed by family-friendly activities until 2 p.m.

ESL Conversation Class

1:00pm–2:30pm
Main Library
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+.

ESL Conversation Class

1:00pm–3:00pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 1 (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Practice English and meet new friends! Build your English listening and speaking skills while learning about American culture. Please bring a notebook and pencil. Best for intermediate learners. Ages 18+.

Saturday at the Ranch: Puzzles

1:00pm–3:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Entertainment, Games
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.

Writer in Residence Consultations

1:00pm–3:00pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 2 (RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Marc Mason as our Writer in Residence from October 1 to December 31.

Gateway Library Closed

2:00pm–5:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Gateway Library, THINKspot at Gateway
Description:

Gateway Library will close at 2pm following the Grand Opening event. Regular hours will begin on Monday, Dec. 8

ESL Pronunciation Class

2:30pm–3:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Board Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Join us for a friendly English pronunciation class designed for adult learners! We'll practice common sounds, word stress, and speaking clearly through conversation and guided exercises.

Laser-Cut Ornaments

3:00pm–4:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @ MN
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

In partnership with the cARTel Makerspace in the OneOhOne Gallery, we will be creating laser-cut ornaments. 

HOTspot Digital Help Desk

3:30pm–4:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Board Room (MN)
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.

Toddlertime

9:30am–10:00am
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
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)

Ticketed Event

Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.

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.

Jane Austen Inspired Bookmarks

10:00am–12:00pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: Silhouette Cameo 4 Pro (TS@RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use the library's cutting machine to create Jane Austen inspired bookmarks out of cardstock paper.

Baby Lapsit

10:30am–11:00am
Gateway Library
Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

Baby Lapsit introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies. Birth-16 months.

Disclaimer(s)

Ticketed Event

Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.

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

10:30am–11:00am
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
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)

Ticketed Event

Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.

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.

Bookmobile Stop: Sousa Elementary

1:30pm–3:00pm
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop

Paper Roll Snowmen

3:30pm–4:30pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Early Childhood, Family
Program Type: Craft, Instructional
Event Details:

Create a unique snowman using paper towel rolls, paper, buttons, google eyes and more.

Pass the Plate

3:30pm–4:30pm
Gateway Library
Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Educational, Health
Event Details:

Learn about different cultures through food by passing the plate! We will explore how common everyday foods are utilized in various types of cooking. Together, we will cook a simple dish so you can experience food for yourself. 

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.

Ticketed Event

Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.