This event is in the "Bookmobile" group Fly a WWII Fighter Plane in Virtual Reality! 10:30am–11:30am Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Bookmobile" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Fly a WWII Fighter Plane in Virtual Reality! 10:30am–11:30am Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250 Event Details: Adults are invited to step into history with this immersive virtual reality experience.
This event is in the "Bookmobile" group Around the World with the Read Runner Virtual Adventures in the U.S.A. 10:30am–11:30am Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Bookmobile" group Apr 22 2026 Wed Around the World with the Read Runner Virtual Adventures in the U.S.A. 10:30am–11:30am Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250 Event Details: Get ready for an unforgettable adventure—no passport required! Using our virtual reality headsets, you’ll travel across the United States and explore some of the most amazing landmarks and natural wonders.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Poetry Across America Crafts 10:00am–11:30am THINKspot at Red Mountain Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Apr 23 2026 Thu Poetry Across America Crafts 10:00am–11:30am Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain Room: THINKspot @ RM Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: America 250, Craft Registration Required Event Details: Bring your favorite American poem to share while doing poetry themed crafts.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Ask a Master Gardener: The ABCs of Summer Gardening 10:00am–11:30am THINKspot at Dobson Ranch This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Apr 25 2026 Sat Ask a Master Gardener: The ABCs of Summer Gardening 10:00am–11:30am Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Room: THINKspot @ DR Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250, Educational, Sustainability Event Details: Summer in Arizona is just around the corner and this is a perfect time to learn how to prepare your garden for the sun and the heat.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Compose a Movie Theme Workshop 2:00pm–4:00pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Apr 25 2026 Sat Compose a Movie Theme Workshop 2:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Early Childhood, School Age, Tween Program Type: America 250, Educational Event Details: This interactive workshop guides you through the process of composing a movie theme song with hands-on instruction provided by Sticks and Tones! Learn how to use different software to layer sounds and create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
This event is in the "Main Library" group America on Screen - Adults 2:30pm–4:30pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Apr 25 2026 Sat America on Screen - Adults 2:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Saguaro Room (MN) Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250, Movie Event Details: Watch a movie as Mesa Celebrates America 250.This month's feature film is Adam (PG-13). Runtime - 1 hour 39 minutes.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Citizen Science: Earth Day Animal Spot-a-thon 3:00pm–5:00pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Apr 22 2026 Wed Citizen Science: Earth Day Animal Spot-a-thon 3:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Roadrunner Room (RM) Age Group: Family, All Ages Program Type: America 250, STEAM Event Details: Help scientists identify as many animals as possible in camera trap images.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group America 250: I Survived the Past: 1960-1999 4:00pm–5:00pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Apr 22 2026 Wed America 250: I Survived the Past: 1960-1999 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Age Group: School Age, Tween Program Type: America 250, Craft, Educational Event Details: Learning history can be interesting, but it could be more fun with hands on activities! Disclaimer(s) Ticketed Event Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Tall Tales: Paul Bunyon 4:00pm–5:00pm Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Apr 22 2026 Wed Tall Tales: Paul Bunyon 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: School Age, Tween Program Type: America 250, Writing Event Details: Let's compare different versions of the Tall Tale, Paul Bunyan. Afterwards, we will write our own tall tale. Ages 8-12.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group Let's Eat! for Adults 6:00pm–7:30pm THINKspot at Main Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Let's Eat! for Adults 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Main Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250, Instructional Registration Required Event Details: To allow others the opportunity to participate, please register for only one of the two Let's Eat! for Adults programs. 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 Main" group Let's Eat! for Adults 6:00pm–7:30pm THINKspot at Main Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group Apr 23 2026 Thu Let's Eat! for Adults 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Main Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250, Instructional Registration Required Event Details: To allow others the opportunity to participate, please register for only one of the two Let's Eat! for Adults programs. 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 "Mesa Express Library" group Haunted Arizona with Debe Branning 6:30pm–7:30pm Mesa Express Library This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group Apr 23 2026 Thu Haunted Arizona with Debe Branning 6:30pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Mesa Express Library Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250 Event Details: Join storyteller Debe Branning for a spooky journey through Arizona’s haunted history. Discover ghostly legends, eerie locations, and true tales from across the state as Debe brings the mysteries of the desert to life. Disclaimer(s) MEL Programs All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors.