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This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Trading Card Game Club

3:30pm–4:30pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Entertainment, Games
Event Details:

Are you a fan of the Pokémon© Trading Card Game? Then the Red Mountain Trading Card Game Club is the place for you! Bring your most powerful Pokémon© deck to the library and play against other kids in your community.

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 "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 ♡ 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 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 "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 ♡ 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 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 "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 "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.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Genealogy Consultations

11:30am–12:30pm
Gateway Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: America 250, Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get personalized assistance with your family history research during our genealogy consultation. Dr. Duane Roen will help you navigate resources, answer questions, and provide strategies to uncover your ancestral story.

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

Local Author Talk: Jill Beissel

10:00am–11:00am
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:

Author Jill Beissel presents her latest, a suspenseful, female-driven adventure mystery set in the Arizona wilderness exploring friendship, betrayal, and a deadly treasure hunt. Glitter and Gold is her debut novel.

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

THINKspot Equipment Q&A

10:00am–12:00pm
THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Event Details:

If you have questions about the equipment in THINKspot, our THINKspot Librarian and volunteers are available to help you turn your project idea into a concrete action plan.

This is a drop-in program; no appointment is necessary.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

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+.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

THINKspot Embroidery Demo

1:00pm–3:00pm
THINKspot at Gateway
Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Room: THINKspot @ GW
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Event Details:

Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into hands-on learning with some of THINKspot’s most exciting and advanced equipment.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Building Blocks Club

3:00pm–4:00pm
Gateway Library
Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Games, STEAM
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. Ages 5-12.

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

Sensory Storytime

9:30am–10:00am
Gateway Library
Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood
Program Type: Educational, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for an adaptive story time designed to help children with sensory integration and neurodiverse challenges join in library programs. This program utilizes music, movement, repetition, and books that increase children's engagement.

Disclaimer(s)

IBCCES Autism Certified

The Dobson Ranch Library is IBCCES Autism Certified. IBCCES trains/certifies organizations to better serve individuals with cognitive disorders. These ideals are incorporated at all Dobson Ranch Library programs. If you have any concerns or need to request specific accommodations for you or your child, please contact us.

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.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Toddlertime

10:00am–10:30am
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.

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

3D Print Magnets

10:00am–12:00pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: Ultimaker S3 (TS@RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Instructional, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basic of 3D printers and create your own magnet design or download a premade design from Thingiverse.com. 3D Print your magnet, then stick a magnetic strip (provided by the library) on the back.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

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.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Toddlertime

11:00am–11:30am
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.

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

Computer Skills Training

1:00pm–2:00pm
THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
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.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Paper Folding Fortune Finders and Heart Shaped Notes

3:30pm–4:30pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Learn the art of origami as we create fortune finders and heart shaped notes in time for Valentine's Day.