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This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group.

Gnome for the Holidays

10:00am - 11:00am
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Make a festive gnome friend for the holidays. Supplies are limited. Ages 3-5.

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

One Stitch at a Time

10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Crocheting on your own is fun, but it's always better to crochet together.  Come hangout with us at this relaxed and social crochet circle.  All levels are welcome and instructor-led lessons will be available to absolute beginners. 

This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group.

Embroidery Machine Demonstration

1:00pm - 2:00pm
THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: Brother SE1900 Embroidery Machine (TS@DR)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Craft, Instructional
Event Details:

Learn how to operate our new Brother SE1900 embroidery machine and find out what it can do.

Registration is not required but space is limited.

 

 

 

This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group.

Outdoor Crafts

3:30pm - 4:15pm
Mesa Express Library
Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Create a unique craft inspired by the great outdoors. This month's craft is pinecone snowman. 

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Paper Snowflakes

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Celebrate the season with paper snowflake making. 

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group.

Drive In Movie: The Polar Express

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Craft, Movie
Event Details:

All aboard! Watch The Polar Express (rated G) in a train car! Decorate a box at home to look like a car, train car, or sleigh. Please use only one box per child.

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.

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

Hand-Made Pet Toys: Tweens and Teens

2:30pm - 3:30pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Registration
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: School Age, Tween, Teen
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Craft unique toys from everyday items found around the house, turning simple materials into festive toys for your furry friends. Ages 10-16.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group.

Scrapbooking Night

6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Scrapbooking materials will be available to create new pages. If you've never done scrapbooking before come in and be inspired. 

 

 

This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group.

Book Ornaments

2:30pm - 4:00pm
THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Create your own custom book ornament so you can remember all your favorite reads.

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

One Stitch at a Time

10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Crocheting on your own is fun, but it's always better to crochet together.  Come hangout with us at this relaxed and social crochet circle.  All levels are welcome and instructor-led lessons will be available to absolute beginners. 

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Craft-ish: Sock Snowman

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Zone (MN)
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

 Socks are not just for your feet, they also make a cute decoration. 

Supplies are limited.  Ages 10-12

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

Hand-Made Pet Toys: Adults

10:30am - 11:30am
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Registration
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: School Age, Tween, Teen
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Discover how to transform everyday household items into fun, festive toys that your pets will love.  Ages 18+.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group.

Snowflake Bentley Story and Crafts

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Craft, Storytime
Event Details:

Learn about Wilson Bentley's journey to become the first person to photograph a snowflake and make some snowflake-themed crafts of your own. Ages 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.

Craft Night: Macramé Trees

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting 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 making macramé trees.

Ages 14+

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group.

Holiday Card Making

6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Get an idea on how to make festive holiday cards using cut pieces from the Cameo. 

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

One Stitch at a Time

10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Crocheting on your own is fun, but it's always better to crochet together.  Come hangout with us at this relaxed and social crochet circle.  All levels are welcome and instructor-led lessons will be available to absolute beginners. 

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group.

Tortoise and the Hare STEM Activity

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Craft, STEAM, Storytime
Event Details:

We will read the Tortoise and the Hare by Jerry Pinkney and then do an activity and a craft related to the story. Ages 5-9.

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 Red Mountain" group.

Starting an Art Journal

11:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Registration
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Starting an art journal can be a low stress practice to integrate into your daily life to increase your creativity. We'll introduce some tips, crafts and projects that can get you started.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Vision Board Zine-Making

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Zone (MN)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Envision your goals for the upcoming year in zine-form. Supplies provided.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Eraser Printmaking

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Zone (MN)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Use linocut tools to carve your own stamp from an eraser and make mini-prints. Supplies provided.

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

One Stitch at a Time

10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Crocheting on your own is fun, but it's always better to crochet together.  Come hangout with us at this relaxed and social crochet circle.  All levels are welcome and instructor-led lessons will be available to absolute beginners. 

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group.

Craft in Movie: Ice Age

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Craft, Movie
Event Details:

Come watch Ice Age and do themed crafts.

This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group.

Outdoor Crafts

3:30pm - 4:15pm
Mesa Express Library
Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Create a unique craft inspired by the great outdoors. This month's craft is mason jar lanterns. 

 

Disclaimer(s)

MEL Programs

All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors. 

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

Morning Crafts

10:00am - 11:30am
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Discover your creative side every Wednesday. Explore new and easy projects with other crafters. Let's make something beautiful!