This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group Jul 15 2025 Tue Art Lab: Sponge Art 2:00pm–3:00pm THINKspot at Main This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group Jul 15 2025 Tue Art Lab: Sponge Art 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Main Room: THINKspot @MN Age Group: Tween, Teen Program Type: Entertainment, Sustainability Event Details: Color your world by learning new ways to create art. This week we will be using sponges to create art.Ages 8-18Supplies are limited
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Jul 18 2025 Fri Tinkering For Toddlers 10:00am–10:45am Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Jul 18 2025 Fri Tinkering For Toddlers 10:00am–10:45am Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: STEAM, Storytime, Sustainability Event Details: A STEAM-based Storytime that gives toddlers the opportunity to explore, be curious, and practice independent thinking. For ages 2-3 years old. Supplies are limited.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group Jul 22 2025 Tue Art Lab: Melted Crayon Art 2:00pm–3:00pm THINKspot at Main This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group Jul 22 2025 Tue Art Lab: Melted Crayon Art 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Main Room: THINKspot @MN Age Group: Tween, Teen Program Type: Entertainment, Sustainability Event Details: Color your world by learning new ways to create art. This week we will be using melted crayons to create art.Ages 8-18Supplies are limited
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Jul 24 2025 Thu Back to School Helmet Popup 10:00am–11:30am THINKspot at Red Mountain Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Jul 24 2025 Thu Back to School Helmet Popup 10:00am–11:30am Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain Room: THINKspot @ RM Age Group: Children, School Age Program Type: Instructional, Sustainability Registration Required Event Details: Class is back in session in August and City of Mesa's Bicycle and Pedestrian Program wants to help you ride back safely. Join us at one of the Helmet Distribution Events to pick up a new helmet. Staff will be distributing free helmets 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 Jul 24 2025 Thu Altered Books 2:00pm–3:00pm Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Jul 24 2025 Thu Altered Books 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Age Group: School Age, Tween Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Come turn damaged books into art! Ages 8-12. While supplies last.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group Jul 29 2025 Tue Art Lab: Paint on Canvas 2:00pm–3:00pm THINKspot at Main This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group Jul 29 2025 Tue Art Lab: Paint on Canvas 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Main Room: THINKspot @MN Age Group: Tween, Teen Program Type: Entertainment, Sustainability Event Details: Color your world by learning new ways to create art. This week we will be following instruction as we paint on canvas.Ages 8-18Supplies are limited
This event is in the "Main Library" group Aug 2 2025 Sat Hiring a Pro: Finding the best Contractor for your Landscaping Project 10:00am–11:30am Main Library Registration Required This event is in the "Main Library" group Aug 2 2025 Sat Hiring a Pro: Finding the best Contractor for your Landscaping Project 10:00am–11:30am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Saguaro Room (MN) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Sustainability Registration Required Event Details: Part of Xeriscape Done Right: A Water-Wise Landscaping Series. Join us for Part II of the free workshop series on Mesa's Grass-to-Xeriscape Program! 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 Aug 13 2025 Wed Quirky Art 2:00pm–3:00pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Aug 13 2025 Wed Quirky Art 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children, School Age, Tween Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Paint and create your own unique, quirky masterpiece. No experience required. Limited supplies. Ages 8-12.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Aug 14 2025 Thu Collage Club - Teen 3:30pm–4:30pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Aug 14 2025 Thu Collage Club - Teen 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Teen Zone (MN) Age Group: Teen Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Create art by cutting and pasting photos you love! Recycled magazines will be provided for inspiration, but feel free to bring images of your own too.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Aug 20 2025 Wed Craft Night: Weaving 6:00pm–7:30pm Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Aug 20 2025 Wed Craft Night: Weaving 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 weaving with cardboard and yarn to make a coaster.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Aug 23 2025 Sat 30th Anniversary Celebration- Bookmarks with MABEL 2:00pm–3:00pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Aug 23 2025 Sat 30th Anniversary Celebration- Bookmarks with MABEL 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Mesa Arts Center’s M.A.B.E.L. (Mobile Art Based Engagement Lab) Team will be on-hand to make a commemorative Red Mountain Library bookmark to celebrate our 30th anniversary. 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 Sep 11 2025 Thu Collage Club - Teen 3:30pm–4:30pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Sep 11 2025 Thu Collage Club - Teen 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Teen Zone (MN) Age Group: Teen Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Create art by cutting and pasting photos you love! Recycled magazines will be provided for inspiration, but feel free to bring images of your own too.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Sep 17 2025 Wed Upcycled Crafts 2:00pm–3:00pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Sep 17 2025 Wed Upcycled Crafts 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children, School Age Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Learn how to make crafts from recycled materials and discover why it's important to reuse items we normally throw away.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Sep 19 2025 Fri Tinkering For Toddlers 10:00am–10:45am Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Sep 19 2025 Fri Tinkering For Toddlers 10:00am–10:45am Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: STEAM, Storytime, Sustainability Event Details: A STEAM-based Storytime that gives toddlers the opportunity to explore, be curious, and practice independent thinking. For ages 2-3 years old. Supplies are limited.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Oct 9 2025 Thu Collage Club - Teen 3:30pm–4:30pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Oct 9 2025 Thu Collage Club - Teen 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Teen Zone (MN) Age Group: Teen Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Create art by cutting and pasting photos you love! Recycled magazines will be provided for inspiration, but feel free to bring images of your own too.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Oct 17 2025 Fri Tinkering For Toddlers 10:00am–10:45am Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Oct 17 2025 Fri Tinkering For Toddlers 10:00am–10:45am Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: STEAM, Storytime, Sustainability Event Details: A STEAM-based Storytime that gives toddlers the opportunity to explore, be curious, and practice independent thinking. For ages 2-3 years old. Supplies are limited.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Nov 13 2025 Thu Collage Club - Teen 3:30pm–4:30pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Nov 13 2025 Thu Collage Club - Teen 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Teen Zone (MN) Age Group: Teen Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Create art by cutting and pasting photos you love! Recycled magazines will be provided for inspiration, but feel free to bring images of your own too.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Dec 11 2025 Thu Collage Club - Teen 3:30pm–4:30pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Dec 11 2025 Thu Collage Club - Teen 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Teen Zone (MN) Age Group: Teen Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Create art by cutting and pasting photos you love! Recycled magazines will be provided for inspiration, but feel free to bring images of your own too.