This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group. Feb 3 2025 Mon Shadow Puppet Theater 3:00pm - 4:00pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group. Feb 3 2025 Mon Shadow Puppet Theater 3:00pm - 4:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Children Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: With black construction paper and empty cereal boxes, the children can unleash their imaginations and create their own shadow puppet theater and characters for their play. 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 "Mesa Express Library" group. Feb 4 2025 Tue Outdoor Crafts 3:30pm - 4:15pm Mesa Express Library This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group. Feb 4 2025 Tue Outdoor Crafts 3:30pm - 4:15pm Library Branch: Mesa Express Library Age Group: School Age Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Create a unique craft inspired by the great outdoors. This month's craft is soda bottle bird feeder. Disclaimer(s) MEL Programs All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group. Feb 7 2025 Fri Tinkering For Toddlers 10:00am - 10:45am Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group. Feb 7 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 "Red Mountain Library" group. Feb 8 2025 Sat Ask A Master Gardener 10:00am - 12:00pm Red Mountain Library Cancelled This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group. Feb 8 2025 Sat Cancelled Ask A Master Gardener 10:00am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational, Sustainability Event Details: University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners are certified volunteers who answer questions about gardening, landscaping, plant identification, and plant problems. 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. Feb 10 2025 Mon Heart Windsock Craft 3:00pm - 4:00pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group. Feb 10 2025 Mon Heart Windsock Craft 3:00pm - 4:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Children, School Age Program Type: Entertainment, Storytime, Sustainability Event Details: Make a heart-themed windsock using recycled materials to keep for yourself or give to someone special. Ages 5+. 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 "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group. Feb 10 2025 Mon Sewing Fabric Envelopes 6:00pm - 7:30pm THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Registration This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group. Feb 10 2025 Mon Sewing Fabric Envelopes 6:00pm - 7:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Room: Brother CS6000i Sewing Machine (TS@DR) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Instructional, Sustainability Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Explore THINKspot's creative options and learn how to use our sewing machines to make simple fabric envelopes for gift giving. Must have knowledge of basic sewing machine operation.
This event is in the "Main Library" group. Feb 12 2025 Wed Quirky Art 2:00pm - 3:00pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group. Feb 12 2025 Wed Quirky Art 2:00pm - 3:00pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children, School Age 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 "Dobson Ranch Library" group. Feb 12 2025 Wed Craft Night: Hearts 6:00pm - 7:30pm Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group. Feb 12 2025 Wed Craft Night: Hearts 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. Just in time for Valentine's Day we'll be making hearts out of a variety of materials.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group. Feb 15 2025 Sat Donate Day: Book Donation Drive 9:00am - 12:00pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group. Feb 15 2025 Sat Donate Day: Book Donation Drive 9:00am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Special Program, Sustainability Event Details: Donate books, magazines, movies, and music without leaving your car! Volunteers will be on hand at the Main Library to unload your donation.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group. Feb 18 2025 Tue Craft-ish: Straw Weaving 4:00pm - 5:00pm THINKspot at Main This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group. Feb 18 2025 Tue Craft-ish: Straw Weaving 4:00pm - 5:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Main Age Group: Tween Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Learn how to weave a bracelet using straws.Supplies are limited
This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group. Feb 20 2025 Thu Xeriscaping in Arizona 1:00pm - 2:00pm Mesa Express Library This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group. Feb 20 2025 Thu Xeriscaping in Arizona 1:00pm - 2:00pm Library Branch: Mesa Express Library Age Group: Adult Program Type: Instructional, Sustainability Event Details: Join the City of Mesa's Enivronmental Management and Sustainability on Xeriscaping with plants that are found in Arizona. Disclaimer(s) MEL Programs All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors.
This event is in the "Main Library" group. Feb 25 2025 Tue Grass-to-Xeriscape: Sustainable, Water-Smart Landscaping 6:00pm - 7:30pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group. Feb 25 2025 Tue Grass-to-Xeriscape: Sustainable, Water-Smart Landscaping 6:00pm - 7:30pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Saguaro Room (MN) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Sustainability Event Details: Are you ready to replace your grass and water-thirsty plants with a Xeriscape? This approach creates a beautiful and practical landscape that reduces water usage, provides cooling shade, and is much easier to maintain.
This event is in the "Main Library" group. Feb 26 2025 Wed Smart Cycling Fundamentals 6:00pm - 7:30pm Main Library Registration This event is in the "Main Library" group. Feb 26 2025 Wed Smart Cycling Fundamentals 6:00pm - 7:30pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Saguaro Room (MN) Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Educational, Sustainability Registration Required Seats Remaining: 15 Event Details: Join us for an introductory workshop on how to start bicycling. You’ll get practical tips on how to plan your ride and what you can do to stay safe on the streets.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group. Mar 5 2025 Wed Colorful Yarn Wrapped Shamrocks 2:30pm - 3:30pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group. Mar 5 2025 Wed Colorful Yarn Wrapped Shamrocks 2:30pm - 3:30pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Tween Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Upcycle simple cardboard and yarn to make your own fabulous lucky charm. Ages 8-12.
This event is in the "Main Library" group. Mar 6 2025 Thu Cardboard Fort Build and Break 4:00pm - 6:00pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group. Mar 6 2025 Thu Cardboard Fort Build and Break 4:00pm - 6:00pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children, School Age Program Type: STEAM, Sustainability Event Details: Unleash your imagination and building skills to construct then destruct your own cardboard fort.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group. Mar 8 2025 Sat Ask A Master Gardener 10:00am - 12:00pm Red Mountain Library Cancelled This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group. Mar 8 2025 Sat Cancelled Ask A Master Gardener 10:00am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational, Sustainability Event Details: University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners are certified volunteers who answer questions about gardening, landscaping, plant identification, and plant problems. 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. Mar 12 2025 Wed Quirky Art 2:00pm - 3:00pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group. Mar 12 2025 Wed Quirky Art 2:00pm - 3:00pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children, School Age 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 "Mesa Express Library" group. Mar 12 2025 Wed Bats at the Library 3:30pm - 4:30pm Mesa Express Library This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group. Mar 12 2025 Wed Bats at the Library 3:30pm - 4:30pm Library Branch: Mesa Express Library Age Group: School Age Program Type: Educational, Sustainability Event Details: Join the Arizona Bat Rescue about all things bats. Learn about what kind of bats live in Arizona and how they keep our environment healthy. Disclaimer(s) MEL Programs All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group. Mar 12 2025 Wed Smart Cycling Fundamentals 6:00pm - 7:30pm Dobson Ranch Library Registration This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group. Mar 12 2025 Wed Smart Cycling Fundamentals 6:00pm - 7:30pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Educational, Sustainability Registration Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Join us for an introductory workshop on how to start bicycling. You’ll get practical tips on how to plan your ride and what you can do to stay safe on the streets.
This event is in the "Main Library" group. Mar 15 2025 Sat Donate Day: Book Donation Drive 9:00am - 12:00pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group. Mar 15 2025 Sat Donate Day: Book Donation Drive 9:00am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Main Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Special Program, Sustainability Event Details: Donate books, magazines, movies, and music without leaving your car! Volunteers will be on hand at the Main Library to unload your donation.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group. Mar 18 2025 Tue Craft-ish: Build it to Win It 4:00pm - 5:00pm THINKspot at Main This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group. Mar 18 2025 Tue Craft-ish: Build it to Win It 4:00pm - 5:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Main Age Group: Tween Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Build a bridge using a variety of materials. Win a prize for the strongest bridge. Supplies are limited
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group. Mar 19 2025 Wed Craft Night: Upcycled Candle Holders 6:00pm - 7:30pm Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group. Mar 19 2025 Wed Craft Night: Upcycled Candle Holders 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 upcycling glass jars into beautiful spring-themed candle holders.
This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group. Mar 20 2025 Thu Growing Vegetables in Arizona 1:00pm - 2:00pm Mesa Express Library This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group. Mar 20 2025 Thu Growing Vegetables in Arizona 1:00pm - 2:00pm Library Branch: Mesa Express Library Age Group: Adult Program Type: Sustainability Event Details: Join the Master Gardeners as they dicuss growing vegetables in Arizona. Disclaimer(s) MEL Programs All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group. Mar 21 2025 Fri Tinkering For Toddlers 10:00am - 10:45am Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group. Mar 21 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.