This event is in the "Main Library" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Walk-In Wednesday Celebrates Jackie Robinson Day! 2:00pm–3:00pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Walk-In Wednesday Celebrates Jackie Robinson Day! 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: School Age, Tween Program Type: Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM Event Details: Mesa Celebrates 250! Join us for crafts that honor America's favorite past time, as well as Jackie Robinson Day! Supplies are limited.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Book Page Flowers 4:00pm–5:00pm Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Book Page Flowers 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Tween Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Come make a flower out of book pages. Ages 8-12. 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 "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Craft Night: Found Word Buttons 6:00pm–7:30pm Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Craft Night: Found Word Buttons 6:00pm–7:30pm 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 using discarded book pages to create buttons with custom messages.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Apr 17 2026 Fri Craft Storytime: Earth Day 10:00am–10:30am Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Apr 17 2026 Fri Craft Storytime: Earth Day 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Craft, Storytime Event Details: Join us for a special Storytime for Earth Day! We’ll read a story and create a fun craft inspired by Earth Day. All supplies provided while they last!
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Apr 17 2026 Fri Sew for Good 10:00am–12:00pm THINKspot at Red Mountain Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Apr 17 2026 Fri Sew for Good 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain Room: THINKspot @ RM Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: America 250, Craft Registration Required Event Details: Sew items with others to give to charities.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Embroidery Machine Demo 1:00pm–2:00pm THINKspot at Dobson Ranch This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Embroidery Machine Demo 1:00pm–2:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Room: THINKspot @ DR Age Group: Adult Program Type: Craft, Instructional
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Sewing with Your Machine 3:00pm–5:00pm THINKspot at Red Mountain Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Sewing with Your Machine 3:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain Room: THINKspot @ RM Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Craft, Instructional Registration Required Event Details: Did you inherit or purchase a sewing machine that’s been sitting unused at home?
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Food Group Storytime 3:30pm–4:30pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Food Group Storytime 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Children, School Age Program Type: Craft, Storytime Event Details: Get ready to giggle. Join us for a storytime featuring books by Jory John, the author who turns big feelings into big laughs and make your own food character craft.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Crochet Circle 10:00am–12:00pm THINKspot at Red Mountain This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Crochet Circle 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain Room: THINKspot @ RM Age Group: School Age, Adult Program Type: Craft Event Details: Whether you're a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, join us for a fun and relaxed crochet class! Learn the basics, work on creative projects, and enjoy a welcoming space to stitch and socialize.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Crochet-along 2:00pm–3:30pm THINKspot at Red Mountain Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Crochet-along 2:00pm–3:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain Room: THINKspot @ RM Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Craft Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a guided crochet-along at Red Mountain! We’ll all work on the same pattern, each creating our own piece while learning together.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Art Cart 3:30pm–4:30pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Art Cart 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: School Age, Tween Program Type: Craft Event Details: Join us each month for an hour of crafting. Drop in to create your own art or join in on the theme. This month’s theme: National Unicorn Day! Ages 8+ 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 Apr 22 2026 Wed Earth Day Animal Spot-A-Thon 3:00pm–5:00pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Apr 22 2026 Wed Earth Day Animal Spot-A-Thon 3:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: School Age, Tween Program Type: Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM Event Details: This is a live, interactive Acts of Science connected event delivered by scientists and SciStarter educators.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Apr 22 2026 Wed America 250: I Survived the Past: 1960-1999 4:00pm–5:00pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Apr 22 2026 Wed America 250: I Survived the Past: 1960-1999 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Age Group: School Age, Tween Program Type: America 250, Craft, Educational Event Details: Learning history can be interesting, but it could be more fun with hands on activities! Disclaimer(s) Ticketed Event Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Apr 23 2026 Thu Poetry Across America Crafts 10:00am–11:30am THINKspot at Red Mountain Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Apr 23 2026 Thu Poetry Across America Crafts 10:00am–11:30am Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain Room: THINKspot @ RM Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: America 250, Craft Registration Required Event Details: Bring your favorite American poem to share while doing poetry themed crafts.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 24 2026 Fri Car Track Painting 10:00am–11:00am Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 24 2026 Fri Car Track Painting 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Craft, STEAM Event Details: Start your engines! We will read a story about colors and what happens when we mix them together. Then we will use toy cars, trucks and other vehicles to paint. 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 Apr 25 2026 Sat Saturday at the Ranch: Recycled Creations 1:00pm–3:00pm Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 25 2026 Sat Saturday at the Ranch: Recycled Creations 1:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Age Group: School Age, Family Program Type: Craft 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.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Apr 27 2026 Mon Paper Cutting Machines: Bookmarks 10:00am–12:00pm THINKspot at Red Mountain Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Apr 27 2026 Mon Paper Cutting Machines: Bookmarks 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain Room: Silhouette Cameo (TS@RM) Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Craft, Instructional Registration Required Event Details: Create custom design bookmarks out of paper using Red Mountain's Silhouette paper cutting machines. We will learn the process, step-by-step. All skill levels are welcome.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Apr 28 2026 Tue Crochet Circle 10:00am–12:00pm THINKspot at Red Mountain This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Apr 28 2026 Tue Crochet Circle 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain Room: THINKspot @ RM Age Group: School Age, Adult Program Type: Craft Event Details: Whether you're a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, join us for a fun and relaxed crochet class! Learn the basics, work on creative projects, and enjoy a welcoming space to stitch and socialize.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 28 2026 Tue KPop Party 4:00pm–5:00pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 28 2026 Tue KPop Party 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: School Age, Tween Program Type: Craft, Entertainment Event Details: It’s a monster hunting party, K-pop-style at the library! Join us for karaoke, music, crafts and more. Costumes encouraged. Ages 6+ 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. 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 Apr 29 2026 Wed Walk-In Wednesdays 2:00pm–3:00pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Apr 29 2026 Wed Walk-In Wednesdays 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: School Age, Tween Program Type: Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM Event Details: Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment - something fun will be happening every Wednesday in the Youth Activity Room! Supplies are limited.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 29 2026 Wed Create like a Famous Artist 4:00pm–5:00pm Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 29 2026 Wed Create like a Famous Artist 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: School Age, Tween Program Type: Craft Event Details: Create like a professional artist! Using pastels, we will recreate Vincent Van Gogh's famous paintings. Ages 8-12.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Apr 30 2026 Thu Slow Stitching 10:00am–11:30am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Apr 30 2026 Thu Slow Stitching 10:00am–11:30am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Craft, Entertainment Event Details: Slow stitching invites participants into a calming, meditative approach to hand-sewing that emphasizes process over perfection.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 30 2026 Thu Make Your Own Tie Dye 3:30pm–4:30pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 30 2026 Thu Make Your Own Tie Dye 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: School Age Program Type: Craft, Entertainment Event Details: Come to the library to create a unique tie-dyed project! A limited supply of blank garments will be provided or bring your own blank shirt, towel, socks, or pillowcase.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group May 2 2026 Sat FarmBot Summer Seeding Open House 10:00am–12:00pm THINKspot at Gateway This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group May 2 2026 Sat FarmBot Summer Seeding Open House 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway Room: THINKspot @ GW Age Group: Family Program Type: Craft, Instructional Event Details: See FarmBot in action as we demonstrate how it plants seeds with precision technology. 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.