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This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group
THINKspot at Red Mountain
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group
Dec
8
2025
Mon
Jane Austen Inspired Bookmarks
Library Branch:
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room:
Silhouette Cameo 4 Pro (TS@RM)
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Craft,
Instructional
Event Details:
Learn how to use the library's cutting machine to create Jane Austen inspired bookmarks out of cardstock paper.
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This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group
THINKspot at Red Mountain
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group
Dec
9
2025
Tue
Library Branch:
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room:
THINKspot @ RM
Age Group:
Children,
Tween,
Teen,
Adult
Program Type:
Craft
Event Details:
Whether you're a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, join us for a fun and relaxed crochet class! Learn the basics, work on creative projects, and enjoy a welcoming space to stitch and socialize.
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This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group
Dec
10
2025
Wed
Mesa Reads Together Presents: Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Presentation
Library Branch:
Red Mountain Library
Room:
Roadrunner Room (RM)
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Educational,
Health,
Mesa Reads
Event Details:
Just as people trained in CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver help save thousands of lives each year, people trained in QPR learn 3 steps to help save a life from suicide: how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persu
This event is in the "Bookmobile" group
This event is in the "Bookmobile" group
Dec
10
2025
Wed
Read Runner Crafting: Dimond Painting
Library Branch:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Craft
Event Details:
Come to the Read Runner for a relaxing afternoon of creativity and sparkle! Learn how to create your own shimmering work of art using diamond painting—a fun and easy craft that combines the joy of cross-stitch with the sparkle of mosaics.
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This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group
THINKspot at Red Mountain
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group
Dec
11
2025
Thu
Rescheduled to 12/11 -- Glowforge Laser Cutter: Coasters
Library Branch:
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room:
THINKspot @ RM
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult
Program Type:
Instructional
Event Details:
This program has been rescheduled for December 11th from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM due to Glowforge technical issues.
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This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group
Dec
13
2025
Sat
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 event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group
Dec
13
2025
Sat
Writer in Residence Consultations
Library Branch:
Red Mountain Library
Room:
Study Room 2 (RM)
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult
Program Type:
Writing
Event Details:
Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Marc Mason as our Writer in Residence from October 1 to December 31.
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This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group
THINKspot at Red Mountain
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group
Dec
12
2025
Fri
Library Branch:
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room:
THINKspot @ RM
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Craft
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.
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This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group
Dec
11
2025
Thu
Library Branch:
Dobson Ranch Library
Room:
Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Book Groups,
Mesa Reads
Event Details:
This month will be our annual planning meeting.
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This event is in the "Gateway Library" group
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group
Dec
12
2025
Fri
Library Branch:
Gateway Library
Room:
Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group:
Adult,
All Ages
Program Type:
America 250,
Educational,
Entertainment
Event Details:
Join historian and guide Jarrod Riddle of Spirit of Arizona Tours for “Arizona Myths and Facts,” a fast-paced, engaging look at the legends and truths of our great state.
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This event is in the "Gateway Library" group
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group
Dec
11
2025
Thu
Crafternoon: Cross Stitch Ornament
Library Branch:
Gateway Library
Room:
Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult
Program Type:
Craft,
Entertainment
Event Details:
Join us for a cozy crafting session where you’ll learn how to create charming cross-stitch ornaments, perfect for gifting or decorating your own home.
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This event is in the "Main Library" group
This event is in the "Main Library" group
Dec
13
2025
Sat
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 "Red Mountain Library" group
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group
Dec
13
2025
Sat
Writer in Residence Consultations
Library Branch:
Red Mountain Library
Room:
Study Room 2 (RM)
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult
Program Type:
Writing
Event Details:
Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Marc Mason as our Writer in Residence from October 1 to December 31.
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This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group
This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group
Dec
10
2025
Wed
HOTspot Digital Help Desk
Library Branch:
Mesa Express Library
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Computer Class,
Reference
Curious about downloading ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more from the library with your laptop, mobile device, or ereader? Drop in during these sessions for one-on-one assistance on a first-come, first-served basis.
Disclaimer(s)
MEL Programs
All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors.
This event is in the "Main Library" group
This event is in the "Main Library" group
Dec
10
2025
Wed
Library Branch:
Main Library
Room:
Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Computer Class,
Educational
Event Details:
Pre-requisite: A working knowledge of how to use a computer mouse and keyboard. If you are new to the computer then Computer Basics is the place to start. This week we will continue to learn the basics of Google Docs.
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This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group
THINKspot at Red Mountain
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group
Dec
11
2025
Thu
Hotspot Digital Help Desk
Library Branch:
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room:
THINKspot @ RM
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Computer Class,
Instructional
Curious about downloading ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more from the library with your laptop, mobile device, or ereader? Drop in during these sessions for one-on-one assistance on a first-come, first-served basis.
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This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group
Dec
11
2025
Thu
Jane Austen's House Virtual Tour
Library Branch:
Red Mountain Library
Room:
Roadrunner Room (RM)
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
Celebrate Jane Austen's 250th birthday with a virtual tour of her house in Chawton Hampshire.
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This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group
Dec
10
2025
Wed
Jane Austen Book Club - Emma
Library Branch:
Red Mountain Library
Room:
Program Room (RM)
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Book Groups,
Mesa Reads
Event Details:
The Jane Austen Book Club will be celebrating this influential author ahead of her 250th birthday in December. For three months, we will be reading some of Austen's most popular works and discussing them as a group.
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This event is in the "Outreach Services" group
This event is in the "Outreach Services" group
Dec
8
2025
Mon
Library Branch:
Outreach Services
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Book Groups
Event Details:
Join this community group in discussing mostly general fiction titles. Meeting Date Title/ Author
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This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group
This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group
Dec
9
2025
Tue
Library Branch:
THINKspot at Main
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Book Groups
Event Details:
Bring your needlework project to work on while talking the evening away. Don't have a current project you are working on? We will provide limited supplies for: crocheting, knitting, embroidery, and other needlework.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group
Dec
9
2025
Tue
Mesa Reads Together Presents: Junk Journaling Your Story with The Midnight Library
Library Branch:
Gateway Library
Room:
Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Craft,
Health,
Mesa Reads
Event Details:
Mesa Reads Together: As part of Mesa Reads, our year-long celebration, from November 1 to December 15, we’re all reading The Midnight Library by Matt Haig.
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This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group
This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group
Dec
10
2025
Wed
Holiday Card Design Cutting - Adults
Library Branch:
THINKspot at Gateway
Room:
THINKspot @ GW
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Educational,
Instructional
Event Details:
Tis the season to be making, fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la Learn to cut a holiday greeting, fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la We'll provide all of the equipment, fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la
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This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group
Dec
11
2025
Thu
Mesa Reads Together Presents: The Midnight Library Book Discussion
Library Branch:
Red Mountain Library
Room:
Roadrunner Room (RM)
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Book Groups,
Mesa Reads
Event Details:
What would you do if you could go back and explore the road not taken?
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