This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Learn to Crochet: Evening Session Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Program Type: Craft, Instructional Age Group: Adult Join us for our evening session as we learn a beginner crochet project with an experienced instructor. If you already know how to crochet, feel free to bring your own project to work on and enjoy the company of other makers. View Details This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Learn to Crochet: Evening Session 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Room: THINKspot @ DR Age Group: Adult Program Type: Craft, Instructional Event Details: Join us for our evening session as we learn a beginner crochet project with an experienced instructor. If you already know how to crochet, feel free to bring your own project to work on and enjoy the company of other makers.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Stay and Play Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family 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. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family Program Type: Educational Event Details: 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. 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 Art Journaling Friday, January 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain Program Type: Craft Age Group: Adult 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. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Art Journaling 11:00am–12:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain Room: THINKspot @ RM Age Group: Adult Program Type: Craft Registration Required 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 "Gateway Library" group Teen Manga Book Club Friday, January 9, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Teen Zone (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Book Groups Age Group: Tween, Teen Join us for Gateway Library’s Manga Mania Book Club! Each month, we will read the first volume of a manga series and discuss what we like (and don’t like) about it. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Teen Manga Book Club 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Teen Zone (GW) Age Group: Tween, Teen Program Type: Book Groups Event Details: Join us for Gateway Library’s Manga Mania Book Club! Each month, we will read the first volume of a manga series and discuss what we like (and don’t like) about it.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Donate Day: Book Donation Drive Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm Red Mountain Library Program Type: Special Program, Sustainability Age Group: All Ages Donate books, magazines, movies, and music without leaving your car! Volunteers will be on hand to unload your donation. One hundred percent of our used book sales proceeds stay with the library to support programs and services. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Donate Day: Book Donation Drive 9:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Special Program, Sustainability Event Details: Donate books, magazines, movies, and music without leaving your car! Volunteers will be on hand to unload your donation. One hundred percent of our used book sales proceeds stay with the library to support programs and services.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Storytime on Saturday Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Children, Early Childhood Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this special Saturday storytime! Best for ages 2-5, but all are welcome. View Details This event is in the "Main Library" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Storytime on Saturday 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this special Saturday storytime! Best for ages 2-5, but all are welcome.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Ask A Master Gardener Citrus 101 Workshop: Water and Fertilizer Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Educational, Sustainability Age Group: Adult It’s citrus time! Learn how to properly water and fertilize your citrus trees to ensure a healthy tree and harvest. Sustainability: This program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in... View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Ask A Master Gardener Citrus 101 Workshop: Water and Fertilizer 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational, Sustainability Event Details: It’s citrus time! Learn how to properly water and fertilize your citrus trees to ensure a healthy tree and harvest. This program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in our community, and address the negative outcomes of a changing climate. Learn about the Library’s sustainability efforts Get tips on living green
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Donut Miss a Donut Storytime with Officer Lopez Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Dobson Ranch Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family Join Officer Lopez and Ms. Amy for a special storytime filled with songs, rhymes, donut-themed stories, and (of course) donuts!Ages 3–6. View Details This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Donut Miss a Donut Storytime with Officer Lopez 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Join Officer Lopez and Ms. Amy for a special storytime filled with songs, rhymes, donut-themed stories, and (of course) donuts!Ages 3–6. 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. 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 Dobson Ranch" group Survival Guide to Buying or Selling a Home Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adult While buying or selling a house is exciting and something to be proud of, it can be a confusing and complicated process that can leave you feeling intimidated. View Details This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Survival Guide to Buying or Selling a Home 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Room: THINKspot @ DR Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational Event Details: While buying or selling a house is exciting and something to be proud of, it can be a confusing and complicated process that can leave you feeling intimidated.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Ask A Master Gardener Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Educational, Sustainability Age Group: Adult University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners are certified volunteers who answer questions about gardening, landscaping, plant identification, and plant problems. Sustainability: This program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in... View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Ask A Master Gardener 11:00am–12:00pm 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 program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in our community, and address the negative outcomes of a changing climate. Learn about the Library’s sustainability efforts Get tips on living green
This event is in the "Main Library" group ESL Conversation Class Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm Board Room (MN) at Main Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adult ESL Conversation Class: 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+. View Details This event is in the "Main Library" group Jan 10 2026 Sat ESL Conversation Class 1:00pm–2:30pm 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 ESL Conversation Class Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Study Room 1 (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adult 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+. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Jan 10 2026 Sat ESL Conversation Class 1:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Study Room 1 (RM) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational Event Details: 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+.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group FarmBot Winter Seeding Open House Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm THINKspot @ GW at THINKspot at Gateway Program Type: Craft, Instructional Age Group: Family See FarmBot in action as we demonstrate how it plants seeds with precision technology. Afterwards, enjoy a tasting from the harvest of our previous crop View Details This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group Jan 10 2026 Sat FarmBot Winter Seeding Open House 1:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway Room: THINKspot @ GW Age Group: Family Program Type: Craft, Instructional Event Details: See FarmBot in action as we demonstrate how it plants seeds with precision technology. Afterwards, enjoy a tasting from the harvest of our previous crop
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Saturday at the Ranch - Games Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Dobson Ranch Library Program Type: Games Age Group: School Age, Family We’ll break out games and cards and families can choose their favorites to play. Playing games helps develop your imagination, teamwork and problem-solving skills. View Details This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Saturday at the Ranch - Games 1:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Age Group: School Age, Family Program Type: Games Event Details: We’ll break out games and cards and families can choose their favorites to play. Playing games helps develop your imagination, teamwork and problem-solving skills.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Building Blocks Club Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Games, STEAM Age Group: School Age, Family 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. Ages 5-12. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Building Blocks Club 3:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: School Age, Family Program Type: Games, STEAM Event Details: 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. Ages 5-12. 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 "Gateway Library" group Sensory Storytime Monday, January 12, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Educational, Storytime Age Group: Children, Early Childhood 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. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Sensory Storytime 9:30am–10:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood Program Type: Educational, Storytime Event Details: 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. Disclaimer(s) IBCCES Autism Certified The Dobson Ranch Library is IBCCES Autism Certified. IBCCES trains/certifies organizations to better serve individuals with cognitive disorders. These ideals are incorporated at all Dobson Ranch Library programs. If you have any concerns or need to request specific accommodations for you or your child, please contact us. Ticketed Event Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start. 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 Toddlertime Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Early Childhood Toddlertime: Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Toddlertime 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months. Disclaimer(s) Ticketed Event Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start. 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 Paper Cutting Machines: Thank You Cards Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am Silhouette Cameo (TS@RM) at THINKspot at Red Mountain Program Type: Craft, Instructional Age Group: Adult Learn to use THINKspot’s paper cutting machine to design Thank You cards. Supplies for this craft will be provided. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Paper Cutting Machines: Thank You Cards 10:00am–11:30am Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain Room: Silhouette Cameo (TS@RM) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Craft, Instructional Registration Required Event Details: Learn to use THINKspot’s paper cutting machine to design Thank You cards. Supplies for this craft will be provided.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Baby Lapsit Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Early Childhood Baby Lapsit: Baby Lapsit introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies. Birth-16 months. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Baby Lapsit 10:30am–11:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Baby Lapsit introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies. Birth-16 months. Disclaimer(s) Ticketed Event Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start. 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 Toddlertime Monday, January 12, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Early Childhood Toddlertime: Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Toddlertime 11:00am–11:30am Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months. Disclaimer(s) Ticketed Event Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start. 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 "Bookmobile" group Bookmobile Stop: Sousa Elementary Monday, January 12, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm Bookmobile Program Type: Bookmobile Stop Age Group: All Ages View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Bookmobile" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Bookmobile Stop: Sousa Elementary 1:30pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Pass the Plate Monday, January 12, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Educational, Health Age Group: Children, School Age 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. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Pass the Plate 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: Children, School Age Program Type: Educational, Health Event Details: 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. 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. Ticketed Event Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group Tween Gaming Monday, January 12, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm THINKspot at Main Program Type: Games Age Group: Children, Tween Bring your friends and join in the fun with Switch Games like Super Smash Bros.! Open to tweens between the ages of 8-12. View Details This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Tween Gaming 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Main Age Group: Children, Tween Program Type: Games Event Details: Bring your friends and join in the fun with Switch Games like Super Smash Bros.! Open to tweens between the ages of 8-12.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Wintertime Story and Craft Monday, January 12, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Craft, Storytime Age Group: Family Bring the family and listen to Jan Brett's The Mitten and make a winter craft. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Wintertime Story and Craft 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Family Program Type: Craft, Storytime Event Details: Bring the family and listen to Jan Brett's The Mitten and make a winter 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.