This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Apr 27 2026 Mon Parenting Workshop- Raising a Reader® 5:30pm–6:30pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Apr 27 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 "Main Library" group Apr 29 2026 Wed Computer Basics 2:00pm–3:30pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Apr 29 2026 Wed Computer Basics 2:00pm–3:30pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Saguaro Room (MN) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Computer Class, Educational Event Details: If you are new to the computer then Computer Basics is the place to start. This week we will learn how to type on a keyboard.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group Apr 29 2026 Wed Graphic Design Studio - Adult 6:00pm–7:30pm THINKspot at Gateway Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group Apr 29 2026 Wed Graphic Design Studio - Adult 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway Room: THINKspot @ GW Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational, Instructional Registration Required Event Details: Every month, we will create awesome projects using all sorts of iPad graphic design apps. Learn vector graphics, raster graphics, pixel graphics, animation, and how to take your own work to the next level.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group Apr 29 2026 Wed Sewing - for Adults 6:00pm–7:30pm THINKspot at Main Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group Apr 29 2026 Wed Sewing - for Adults 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Main Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational, Instructional Registration Required Event Details: Learn how to use the Brother sewing machines by creating your own sewing project. Instruction and materials are provided.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Apr 29 2026 Wed Smart Cycling FUN-damentals 6:00pm–7:30pm Gateway Library Registration Required This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Apr 29 2026 Wed Smart Cycling FUN-damentals 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Educational Registration Required Event Details: Whether you're new to biking or getting back into it, this beginner friendly class provided by MesaMoves will give you the confidence and know-how to ride smart from the start. 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 "THINKspot at Gateway" group Apr 30 2026 Thu App Artist 4:00pm–5:00pm THINKspot at Gateway This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group Apr 30 2026 Thu App Artist 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway Room: THINKspot @ GW Age Group: Tween Program Type: Educational, STEAM Event Details: Every week we will create awesome projects using all sorts of different apps.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 1 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:00am–11:00am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 1 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program 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 "Gateway Library" group May 1 2026 Fri Writing Workshop: Your Family in the Americas 10:00am–11:30am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 1 2026 Fri Writing Workshop: Your Family in the Americas 10:00am–11:30am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250, Educational, Writing Event Details: Whether your ancestors are indigenous to the Americas, came via migration, bondage or immigration, you will have an opportunity to explore writing about that experience in this session (so please bring paper and pen or a laptop).
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 1 2026 Fri Genealogy Consultations 11:30am–12:30pm Gateway Library Registration Required This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 1 2026 Fri Genealogy Consultations 11:30am–12:30pm 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 "Gateway Library" group May 1 2026 Fri Building Mental Wellness Through Prevention 1:00pm–4:00pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 1 2026 Fri Building Mental Wellness Through Prevention 1:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Educational, Health Event Details: Teen Lifeline joins us for an open forum to learn more about supporting each other and build knowledge to empower families to deal with difficult situations.
This event is in the "Main Library" group May 2 2026 Sat ESL Conversation Class 1:00pm–2:30pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group May 2 2026 Sat ESL Conversation Class 1:00pm–2:30pm 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+.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 4 2026 Mon Sensory Storytime 9:30am–10:00am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 4 2026 Mon Sensory Storytime 9:30am–10:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: 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 This facility is IBCCES Autism Certified. IBCCES trains/certifies organizations to better serve individuals with cognitive disorders. These ideals are incorporated within this program. 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 "Gateway Library" group May 4 2026 Mon Pass the Plate 3:30pm–4:30pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 4 2026 Mon Pass the Plate 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Gateway Library 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 "THINKspot at Main" group May 5 2026 Tue App Artist 4:30pm–5:30pm THINKspot at Main This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group May 5 2026 Tue App Artist 4:30pm–5:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Main Room: THINKspot @ MN Age Group: Tween Program Type: Educational, STEAM Event Details: Every first Tuesday we will create awesome projects using all sorts of different apps.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 5 2026 Tue How to Self-Publish a Book 6:00pm–7:00pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 5 2026 Tue How to Self-Publish a Book 6:00pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational, Instructional Event Details: Wondering about self-publishing a book? Join us for a Q&A session with one of Eastmark’s local authors!
This event is in the "Main Library" group May 6 2026 Wed Computer Basics 2:00pm–3:30pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group May 6 2026 Wed Computer Basics 2:00pm–3:30pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Saguaro Room (MN) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Computer Class, Educational Event Details: If you are new to the computer then Computer Basics is the place to start. This week we will continue to learn how to type on a keyboard.
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 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 "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 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 "Gateway Library" group May 7 2026 Thu Medicare 101: Educational Seminar 6:00pm–7:30pm Gateway Library Registration Required This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 7 2026 Thu Medicare 101: Educational Seminar 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?
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