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This event is in the "Main Library" group

Writer in Residence Consultations

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Board Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

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.

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 "THINKspot at Gateway" group

App Artist

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
THINKspot @ GW at THINKspot at Gateway
Program Type:
Educational, STEAM
Age Group:
Tween

Every week we will create awesome projects using all sorts of different apps.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Room: THINKspot @ GW
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Educational, STEAM
Event Details:

Every week we will create awesome projects using all sorts of different apps.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Blackout/Collage Poetry Workshop

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Adult

Former-Arizona Poet Laureate Albert Ríos once wrote "words are our weakest hold on the world," and this was before a global pandemic, and its consequent fallout, threw us all off our axes.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:

Former-Arizona Poet Laureate Albert Ríos once wrote "words are our weakest hold on the world," and this was before a global pandemic, and its consequent fallout, threw us all off our axes.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Stay and Play

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
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.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: 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 "Main Library" group

Writer in Residence Consultations

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Board Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

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.

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

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adult

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

Registration Required
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 "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group

Sew for Good

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
America 250, Craft
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Sew items with others to give to charities. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: America 250, Craft
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sew items with others to give to charities. 

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Relaxing Zentangles

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft, Entertainment
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, All Ages

Come to the library to learn about zentangles! Zentangles are a method for drawing, which promotes concentration and creativity through the combination of meditation and art.

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Craft, Entertainment
Event Details:

Come to the library to learn about zentangles! Zentangles are a method for drawing, which promotes concentration and creativity through the combination of meditation and art.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Rockin' & Rollin' Storytime

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood

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.

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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.

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

Desert Watercolors with Pink Puddle Studio

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Learn how to paint a desert scene complete with cactus characters! Ages 8-12. Registration Required.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to paint a desert scene complete with cactus characters! Ages 8-12. Registration Required.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

ESL Conversation Class

Saturday, May 30, 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+.

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 "Main Library" group

Writer in Residence Consultations

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

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.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro 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 "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group

Teen Gaming at the Library

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teen

Bring your friends and join in the fun with Super Smath Bros. 

Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Bring your friends and join in the fun with Super Smath Bros. 

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Toddlertime

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch 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.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
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)

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

AARP Experience Corp Information Session

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Adult

Learn how becoming a volunteer reading tutor with Experience Corps Mesa can change your life for the better!

Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Special Program
Event Details:

Learn how becoming a volunteer reading tutor with Experience Corps Mesa can change your life for the better!

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Kith and Kin Childcare Workshop

Friday, June 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adult

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

Registration Required
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 "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Fiction Folks

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Book Groups
Age Group:
Adult

This month's book for discussion is Switchboard Soldiers by Jennifer Chiaverini.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Groups
Event Details:

This month's book for discussion is Switchboard Soldiers by Jennifer Chiaverini.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

We the Readers Book Group: The Greatest Generation by Tom Brokaw

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
America 250, Book Groups
Age Group:
Adult

In this magnificent testament to a nation and her people, Tom Brokaw brings to life the extraordinary stories of a generation that gave new meaning to courage, sacrifice, and honor.

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: America 250, Book Groups
Event Details:

In this magnificent testament to a nation and her people, Tom Brokaw brings to life the extraordinary stories of a generation that gave new meaning to courage, sacrifice, and honor.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

I Survived the Past: 2010s-2020s

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
America 250, Craft, Educational
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Learning history can be interesting, but it could be more fun with hands on activities!

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
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!

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

STEAMers

Monday, June 29, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational, STEAM
Age Group:
Children, School Age, Tween

Join us as we explore the exciting world of STEAM! Each month we’ll focus on a new topic—like robotics, forensic science, digital art, or geometry—through hands-on activities and creative experiments. This month: Balloon Cans 

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Age Group: Children, School Age, Tween
Program Type: Educational, STEAM
Event Details:

Join us as we explore the exciting world of STEAM! Each month we’ll focus on a new topic—like robotics, forensic science, digital art, or geometry—through hands-on activities and creative experiments. This month: Balloon Cans 

This event is in the "Main Library" group
This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group
This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group
This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group
This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group
This event is in the "Bookmobile" group
This event is in the "Outreach Services" group
This event is in the "Online / Virtual" group

Independence Day

All Day
Main Library, THINKspot at Main, Red Mountain Library, THINKspot at Red Mountain, Dobson Ranch Library, THINKspot at Dobson Ranch, Gateway Library, THINKspot at Gateway, Mesa Express Library, Bookmobile, Outreach Services, Online / Virtual

All Mesa Public Libraries closed in observance of Independence Day. 

Closing
Branches:
Main Library, THINKspot at Main, Red Mountain Library, THINKspot at Red Mountain, Dobson Ranch Library, THINKspot at Dobson Ranch, Gateway Library, THINKspot at Gateway, Mesa Express Library, Bookmobile, Outreach Services, Online / Virtual
Description:

All Mesa Public Libraries closed in observance of Independence Day. 

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Kith and Kin Childcare Workshop

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adult

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

Registration Required
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 "Bookmobile" group

Bookmobile Stop: The Great Park-Steadfast Farms

Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Family
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Special Program
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Kith and Kin Childcare Workshop

Friday, July 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adult

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

Registration Required
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