Week Calendar

Join us for an adaptive story time designed to help children with sensory integration and neurodiverse challenges join in library programs. This program utilizes music, movement, repetition, and books that increase children's engagement.

Baby Lapsit introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies. Birth-16 months.

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No Large Groups

Learn to use THINKspot’s paper cutting machine to design Thank You cards. Supplies for this craft will be provided.

Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this storytime designed to get children ready for kindergarten. Ages 3-5.

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.

Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this storytime designed to get children ready for kindergarten. Ages 3-5.

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months.

Engrave words onto a pencil using THINKspot's laser cutter! Learn the basics of using the laser cutter and design.

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months.

Grab your backpack, little explorers—it’s time for an adventure! We’ll share stories, songs, and a craft about camping, hiking, and all the fun you can find in the great outdoors. Mesa Celebrate America 250! Ages 3-5.

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.

Play with your child and explore, create, and investigate with a variety of themed imagination stations. This program enables children to expand socialization and imagination skills! Best for birth- 5 years.

It’s a dance party for the whole family at the library! Rockin’ & Rollin’ Storytime is a music-focused storytime filled with dancing, songs, live music and musical books. Ages 2-5.

Join us at the Gateway Library with your yarn project and connect across generations through a shared love of fiber arts. Enjoy a welcoming space to create, share tips, and engage in conversation. Crafting is better together!

Jump into adventure and ignite imagination as picture books come to life in this drama-focused and interactive storytime for preschoolers and their families presented by Mesa Arts Center.

Join certified dog trainer Joy Williams for a one-hour foundational workshop on obedience, socialization, and communication with your dog.

Calling all beginning readers! Come play simple card and board games with us to become more confident with your sight words while having fun and making new friends. Ages 4-8.  

Each month, we will show a different family-friendly movie. 

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Practice English and meet new friends! Build your English listening and speaking skills while learning about American culture. Please bring a notebook and pencil. Best for intermediate learners. Ages 18+.

Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO and DUPLO blocks will be provided.

Mesa librarians will help you navigate several online learning platforms for technology so that you can improve your computer skills at your own pace and on your own time.

Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment - something fun will be happening every Wednesday in the Youth Activity Room! Supplies are limited.

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 Sheets.

The Computer Skills program is designed for beginners looking to build confidence using a computer. Learn essential skills in a friendly, step-by-step environment.

Discover a new passion and learn the basics of a fun hobby in this hands-on, beginner-friendly program.

Learn about different cultures through food by passing the plate! We will explore how common everyday foods are utilized in various types of cooking. Together, we will cook a simple dish so you can experience food for yourself. 

Bring your friends and join in the fun with Switch Games like Super Smash Bros.! 

Open to tweens between the ages of 8-12.

Bring the family and listen to Jan Brett's The Mitten and make a winter craft.

If your math homework gives you a headache, former math teacher Mr. Rogowski can help by showing you how to solve problems and proofs during the library's math lab for teens.

Come for a fun engaging outdoor STEAM program designed to spark curiosity and creativity in young minds!  Each session features hands-on, nature-inspired activities that blend science and art in exciting ways.

Create a 3D snowman village scene by combining new and repurposed materials. Use items like cotton balls, felt scraps, buttons, and cardboard to craft your perfect snowman village.

Are you a fan of the Pokémon© Trading Card Game? Then the Red Mountain Trading Card Game Club is the place for you! Bring your most powerful Pokémon© deck to the library and play against other kids in your community.

Get a little cozy in our corner of THINKspot and enjoy a craft or hobby.

This month we will begin the New Year with relaxing diamond painting.

Grab your favorite board game buddies and stop by the library for a round of classic board games!

Calling all aspiring songwriters! In this program, you will be able to write your very own song and get a recording of your song emailed to you after the program.

Join us each month for some crafts. Drop in to make your own art or participate in the theme of the month. This month's theme: Winter Wonderland. Ages 8+

Learn and play Dungeons & Dragons®  with an experienced player.  Already know how to play? Come in and use the space to lead your own campaign. New players are welcome.

The United States is turning 250 years old in July, and we are celebrating with a special book club highlighting American classics, new and old, in literature.

Stop on by THINKspot to play Magic the Gathering™. New players welcome!

Learn how to use the Brother sewing machines by creating your own sewing project. Instruction and materials are provided. 

In this program, we will teach you how to make your own water bottle stickers using THINKspot's vinyl cutter. Let's get stuck on making stickers together at THINKspot.

No business can thrive without a strong Sales and Marketing program - each depends on the other to succeed.

Learn to sew as a beginner or bring a project and socialize as a more advanced sewer. Come learn together and meet other sewers.

Join this community group in discussing mostly general fiction titles. 

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Learn how to prepare a 3D model file to print on the library's 3D printer. We'll be printing Arizona keychains in honor of our state's birthday next month.

Join us for a special nighttime storytime, complete with songs, rhymes, games, and a bedtime story. Ages 3-6. 

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.

Unleash your creativity at Craft Night, a fun and relaxing evening of hands-on making at the library. All supplies are provided—just bring your imagination and enjoy crafting with fellow enthusiasts of all skill levels.

In this program, we will teach you how to make your own water bottle stickers using THINKspot's vinyl cutter. Let's get stuck on making stickers together at THINKspot.

Join us for a special nighttime storytime, complete with songs, rhymes, games, and a bedtime story. Ages 3-6.