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This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Art Lab: Sponge Art

2:00pm–3:00pm
THINKspot at Main
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 8-18

Supplies are limited

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Tinkering For Toddlers

10:00am–10:45am
Dobson Ranch Library
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

Art Lab: Melted Crayon Art

2:00pm–3:00pm
THINKspot at Main
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 8-18

Supplies are limited

This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group

Back to School Helmet Popup

10:00am–11:30am
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Registration Required
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

Altered Books

2:00pm–3:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
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

Art Lab: Paint on Canvas

2:00pm–3:00pm
THINKspot at Main
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 8-18

Supplies are limited

This event is in the "Main Library" group
Registration Required
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

Quirky Art

2:00pm–3:00pm
Main Library
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

Collage Club - Teen

3:30pm–4:30pm
Main Library
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

Craft Night: Weaving

6:00pm–7:30pm
Dobson Ranch Library
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

30th Anniversary Celebration- Bookmarks with MABEL

2:00pm–3:00pm
Red Mountain Library
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

Collage Club - Teen

3:30pm–4:30pm
Main Library
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

Upcycled Crafts

2:00pm–3:00pm
Main Library
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

Tinkering For Toddlers

10:00am–10:45am
Dobson Ranch Library
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

Collage Club - Teen

3:30pm–4:30pm
Main Library
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

Tinkering For Toddlers

10:00am–10:45am
Dobson Ranch Library
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

Collage Club - Teen

3:30pm–4:30pm
Main Library
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

Collage Club - Teen

3:30pm–4:30pm
Main Library
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.