This event is in the "Main Library" group Writer in Residence Consultations 10:00am–11:00am Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Jun 5 2026 Fri Writer in Residence Consultations 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Board Room (MN) Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Writing Event Details: Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Oscar Mancinas as our Writer in Residence from May 18 to July 18.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Kith and Kin Childcare Workshop 10:00am–12:00pm Red Mountain Library Registration Required This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Jun 5 2026 Fri Kith and Kin Childcare Workshop 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational Registration Required Event Details: The Kith & Kin Program, a program of Candelen, is a 10-week series designed for family, friend and neighbor (FFN) caregivers; grandparents, family members, friends, neighbors and unrelated adults that support families with their childcare need
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Writing Workshop: Time Travel 10:00am–11:30am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jun 5 2026 Fri Writing Workshop: Time Travel 10:00am–11:30am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250, Educational, Writing Event Details: Although we can time travel vicariously in novels, short stories, poems, and movies, physicists have not found a way for us to physically time travel—at least not yet.
This event is in the "Main Library" group DIY Dino 10:15am–11:00am Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Jun 5 2026 Fri DIY Dino 10:15am–11:00am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Craft Event Details: Craft your own unique dinosaur with a variety of paper shapes!
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Lunch at the Library 11:30am–12:30pm Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Jun 5 2026 Fri Lunch at the Library 11:30am–12:30pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: School Age, Family Program Type: Entertainment, Health Event Details: Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Ages birth-18. 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 "Gateway Library" group Genealogy Consultations 11:30am–12:30pm Gateway Library Registration Required This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jun 5 2026 Fri Genealogy Consultations 11:30am–12:30pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250, Educational Registration Required Event Details: Get personalized assistance with your family history research during our genealogy consultation. Dr. Duane Roen will help you navigate resources, answer questions, and provide strategies to uncover your ancestral story. 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 Slime Time 2:00pm–3:00pm Dobson Ranch Library Registration Required This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Jun 5 2026 Fri Slime Time 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: School Age, Tween Program Type: Craft, STEAM Registration Required Event Details: It's time to get messy! Leave the cleanup to us and join us monthly for fun, messy activities. This month, we will be making slime. Ages 6-12. Registration required.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group America 250: Classic American Family Movie 2:00pm–4:00pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jun 5 2026 Fri America 250: Classic American Family Movie 2:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family Program Type: Educational Event Details: Join us as we celebrate America 250 with a variety of classic films. Each week, we will show a family-friendly film that is considered an American Classic. This week's title: Jurassic Park (1993) 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 "Red Mountain Library" group Dinosaur Stomp Storytime 3:30pm–4:30pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Jun 5 2026 Fri Dinosaur Stomp Storytime 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Craft, Storytime Event Details: Join us for a special storytime all about dinosaurs with a craft! 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.