This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Pass the Plate 3:30pm–4:30pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Pass the Plate 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: THINKspot Patio (GW) Age Group: 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.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Recycled Wind Spinner Craft 3:30pm–4:30pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Recycled Wind Spinner Craft 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: School Age Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Get creative and transform an old CD into a wind spinner using beads, gemstones, and paint.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Book Hedgehogs 4:00pm–5:00pm Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Book Hedgehogs 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Teen Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Come make a hedgehog out of recycled books. Ages 12-18. 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 "Main Library" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Monday Nights at Main! 4:30pm–5:15pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Monday Nights at Main! 4:30pm–5:15pm Library Branch: Main Library Age Group: Family Program Type: Games Event Details: Experience an evening of family fun at the library during Nights at Main! Families can enjoy games, crafts, stories, and activities designed for all ages. This month, join us for BINGO, where everyone has a chance to win prizes!
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 13 2026 Mon East Valley Children's Theatre presents Bravo! 5:00pm–6:00pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 13 2026 Mon East Valley Children's Theatre presents Bravo! 5:00pm–6:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Children, All Ages Program Type: Entertainment Event Details: Bravo, a musical theatre troupe, will perform their new show.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Parenting Workshop- Raising a Reader® 5:30pm–6:30pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Parenting Workshop- Raising a Reader® 5:30pm–6:30pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Adult, Family Program Type: Educational, Mesa Reads Event Details: This engaging series presented by AZCEND Resource Center includes 4 workshops for parents to learn: how to excite your child with books and build a reading routine at home; effective techniques to foster language and early literacy development; ho
This event is in the "Outreach Services" group Apr 13 2026 Mon A Novel Approach 6:00pm–7:30pm Outreach Services Offsite Event This event is in the "Outreach Services" group Apr 13 2026 Mon A Novel Approach 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Outreach Services Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Groups Event Details: Join this community group in discussing mostly general fiction titles. Meeting Date Title/ Author
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Toddlertime 9:30am–10:00am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Toddlertime 9:30am–10:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) 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 "Main Library" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Preschool Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Preschool Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this storytime designed to get children ready for kindergarten. Ages 3-5. 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 14 2026 Tue Preschool Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Preschool Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this storytime designed to get children ready for kindergarten. Ages 3-5. 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 Apr 14 2026 Tue Toddlertime 10:00am–10:30am Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Toddlertime 10:00am–10:30am 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 Apr 14 2026 Tue Crochet Circle 10:00am–12:00pm THINKspot at Red Mountain This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Apr 14 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 14 2026 Tue Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program 10:00am–2:30pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program 10:00am–2:30pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Roadrunner Room (RM) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Special Program Event Details: The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax help to people who generally make $69,000 or less, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and limited English-speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their own tax ret
This event is in the "Main Library" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Preschool Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Preschool Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this storytime designed to get children ready for kindergarten. Ages 3-5. 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 Apr 14 2026 Tue Toddlertime 10:30am–11:00am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Toddlertime 10:30am–11:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) 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 "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Preschool Storytime Presents: Let's Play! with Mesa Arts Center 11:00am–11:30am Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Preschool Storytime Presents: Let's Play! with Mesa Arts Center 11:00am–11:30am Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Jump into adventure and ignite imagination as picture books come to life in this drama-focused and interactive storytime for preschoolers and their families presented by Mesa Arts Center. 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 Apr 14 2026 Tue Hands-Only CPR 11:00am–12:00pm Red Mountain Library Cancelled This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Cancelled Hands-Only CPR 11:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Health, Instructional Event Details: Be ready to save a life! In this session, you’ll learn Hands-Only CPR, a quick and effective way to respond during a cardiac emergency by calling 9-1-1 and starting chest compressions right away.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Computer Skills Training 2:00pm–3:00pm THINKspot at Dobson Ranch This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Computer Skills Training 2:00pm–3:00pm 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 "Bookmobile" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Bookmobile Stop: Countryside Park 2:00pm–3:30pm Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Bookmobile" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Bookmobile Stop: Countryside Park 2:00pm–3:30pm Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Outdoor STEAM 3:30pm–4:15pm Mesa Express Library This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Outdoor STEAM 3:30pm–4:15pm Library Branch: Mesa Express Library Age Group: School Age Program Type: STEAM Event Details: Come for a fun engaging outdoor STEAM program designed to spark curiosity and creativity in young minds! Each session features hands-on, nature-inspired activities that blend science and art in exciting ways. Disclaimer(s) MEL Programs All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Great American Read: The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison 4:00pm–5:00pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Great American Read: The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: America 250, Book Groups Event Details: The United States is turning 250 years old in July, and we are celebrating with a special book club highlighting American classics, new and old, in literature.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Great Arizona Puppet Theater Presents: The Little Red Hen 4:00pm–5:00pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Great Arizona Puppet Theater Presents: The Little Red Hen 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Main Library Age Group: Family Program Type: America 250, Entertainment Event Details: In celebration of America 250 the library is hosting the Great Arizona Puppet Theaters presentation of The Little Red Hen.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Machine: Impossible 4:00pm–5:00pm THINKspot at Gateway This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Machine: Impossible 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway Room: THINKspot @ GW Age Group: School Age Program Type: Educational, Entertainment Event Details: Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to create a machine that solves a problem—maybe even saves the world! In 60 minutes, use Micro: bit and other mini-robotics platforms to explore coding, engineering, and creative problem-solving. Disclaimer(s) Ticketed Event Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.
This event is in the "Bookmobile" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Bookmobile Stop: Hermosa Vista Park 4:00pm–5:30pm Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Bookmobile" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Bookmobile Stop: Hermosa Vista Park 4:00pm–5:30pm Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Bookmobile Stop