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5 chilren acting in a play with the East Valley Children's Theatre's logo off to the right.

EVCT Express

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children, All Ages
Event Details:

Fall 2024 EVCT Express presents A Race to Save the Dragon from the Terrifying Children.  EVCT Express is an acting troupe for kids ages 8 - 16 years, directed by Jamie...

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

Fall 2024 EVCT Express presents A Race to Save the Dragon from the Terrifying Children. 

5 teens participating in improv, with the East Valley Children's Theatre's logo to the right.

EVCT On the Spot

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children, All Ages
Event Details:

We make the funnies happen.  EVCT On the Spot is an improv theatre troupe for teens directed by Aaron Blanco.  Each semester, students develop and rehearse skills to tour...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

We make the funnies happen.  EVCT On the Spot is an improv theatre troupe for teens directed by Aaron Blanco.  Each semester, students develop and rehearse skills to tour improvised performances around the East Valley.  

Build It to Win It

All Day
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children, School Age
Event Details:

Prove you can build the tallest structure out of plastic cups! Visit the THINKspot this week during open hours and the tallest structure will win a prize!

Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Prove you can build the tallest structure out of plastic cups! Visit the THINKspot this week during open hours and the tallest structure will win a prize!

Build It to Win It

All Day
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children, School Age
Event Details:

Prove you can build the tallest structure out of plastic cups! Visit the THINKspot this week during open hours and the tallest structure will win a prize!

Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Prove you can build the tallest structure out of plastic cups! Visit the THINKspot this week during open hours and the tallest structure will win a prize!

Cuentos en Español with Local Author Marlene Davis

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Early Childhood
Preschool Storytime:

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

Event Details:

Local author Marlene Davis presents Cuentos en Español.

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

Local author Marlene Davis presents Cuentos en Español.

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

Ten Turkeys Storytime and Craft

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Early Childhood
Event Details:

We will read 10 Turkeys in the Road by Brenda Reeves-Sturgis and make a turkey craft. Ages 4-6. 

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

We will read 10 Turkeys in the Road by Brenda Reeves-Sturgis and make a turkey craft. Ages 4-6. 

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.

Toddler holding a book

Baby Lapsit

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Early Childhood
Baby Lapsit:

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

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

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

Robot Bash

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children, School Age, Tween
Event Details:

Unleash your child's curiosity! Explore our different robots designed to teach the basics of coding through fun, hands-on activities. Activities are geared towards children between...

Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Age Group: Children, School Age, Tween
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Unleash your child's curiosity! Explore our different robots designed to teach the basics of coding through fun, hands-on activities. Activities are geared towards children between the ages of 6 to 12.

Gnome for the Holidays

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Children, Early Childhood
Event Details:

Make a festive gnome friend for the holidays. Supplies are limited. Ages 3-5.

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

Make a festive gnome friend for the holidays. Supplies are limited. Ages 3-5.

Drive In Movie: The Polar Express

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Craft, Movie
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

All aboard! Watch The Polar Express (rated G) in a train car! Decorate a box at home to look like a car, train car, or sleigh. Please use only one box per child. Please d...

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Craft, Movie
Event Details:

All aboard! Watch The Polar Express (rated G) in a train car! Decorate a box at home to look like a car, train car, or sleigh. Please use only one box per child.

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.

K-Code

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
THINKspot @MN at THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Instructional
Age Group:
Children, Early Childhood
K-Code Storytime:

K-Code Storytime introduces basic coding concepts to families through songs, stories, games, and interactive plugged and unplugged activities. Ages 3-5.  

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood
Program Type: Instructional

K-Code Storytime introduces basic coding concepts to families through songs, stories, games, and interactive plugged and unplugged activities. Ages 3-5.

 

WONDERland

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Children, Early Childhood
Event Details:

Mesa Art Center’s teaching artist Rachel Hutzenbiler will share a reimagined Alice in Wonderland experience in this special edition of Preschool Storytime. In this highly inte...

Required
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood
Program Type: Special Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Mesa Art Center’s teaching artist Rachel Hutzenbiler will share a reimagined Alice in Wonderland experience in this special edition of Preschool Storytime.

Disclaimer(s)

Ticketed Event

Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.

WONDERland

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Children, Early Childhood
Event Details:

Mesa Art Center’s teaching artist Rachel Hutzenbiler will share a reimagined Alice in Wonderland experience in this special edition of Preschool Storytime. In this highly inte...

Required
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood
Program Type: Special Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Mesa Art Center’s teaching artist Rachel Hutzenbiler will share a reimagined Alice in Wonderland experience in this special edition of Preschool Storytime.

Girl reading to a therapy dog.

Paws & Peers- Read to a Therapy Dog

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Children, Teen
Event Details:

Dogs like reading and stories too! Come read to a certified therapy dog from the Paws & Peers program in Mesa. Ages 4-17.   Paws & Peers seeks to meet the soci...

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, Teen
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Dogs like reading and stories too! Come read to a certified therapy dog from the Paws & Peers program in Mesa. Ages 4-17.  

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.

Jan Sandwich as Mrs. Santa Claus

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Mesa Express Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children, Early Childhood
Event Details:

Beloved children's performer Jan Sandwich will appear as Mrs. Santa Claus. Her stories, songs and magic will get you into the holiday spirit. 

Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Beloved children's performer Jan Sandwich will appear as Mrs. Santa Claus. Her stories, songs and magic will get you into the holiday spirit. 

Disclaimer(s)

MEL Programs

All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors. 

5 teens participating in improv, with the East Valley Children's Theatre's logo to the right.

EVCT On the Spot

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children, All Ages
Event Details:

We make the funnies happen.  EVCT On the Spot is an improv theatre troupe for teens directed by Aaron Blanco.  Each semester, students develop and rehearse skills to tour...

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

We make the funnies happen.  EVCT On the Spot is an improv theatre troupe for teens directed by Aaron Blanco.  Each semester, students develop and rehearse skills to tour improvised performances around the East Valley.  

5 children telling jokes with the East Valley Children's Theatre's logo to the right.

EVCT Junior Jokesters

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children, All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for an amusing time of unscripted storytelling and buffoonery.   EVCT Jr. Jokesters is an improv theatre troupe for kids ages 8-13 years, directed by Jamie Gil...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Join us for an amusing time of unscripted storytelling and buffoonery.  

5 teens participating in improv, with the East Valley Children's Theatre's logo to the right.

EVCT On the Spot

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children, All Ages
Event Details:

We make the funnies happen.  EVCT On the Spot is an improv theatre troupe for teens directed by Aaron Blanco.  Each semester, students develop and rehearse skills to tour...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

We make the funnies happen.  EVCT On the Spot is an improv theatre troupe for teens directed by Aaron Blanco.  Each semester, students develop and rehearse skills to tour improvised performances around the East Valley.  

christmas lights on a tree

Holiday Movie Marathon

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 11:30am - 4:30pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Children, Family
Event Details:

We are showing all the old Christmas classics.  Enjoy warm cocoa and an old movie with your family.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

We are showing all the old Christmas classics.  Enjoy warm cocoa and an old movie with your family.

Noon Year's Day Celebration

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children, Family
Event Details:

Help us ring in the "Noon Year". Come dressed in your best for a party just for kids. We'll have crafts, dancing and treats. 

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Help us ring in the "Noon Year". Come dressed in your best for a party just for kids. We'll have crafts, dancing and treats. 

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.

Noon Years eve

Noon Years Eve Storytime

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Mesa Express Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Family
Event Details:

Ring in the New Year at the Mesa Express Library with stories, songs and crafts. 

Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Ring in the New Year at the Mesa Express Library with stories, songs and crafts. 

Disclaimer(s)

MEL Programs

All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors. 

Snap Circuit Saturday

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Family
Event Details:

Electricity is everywhere. Learn how to create a circuit, how your house is generally wired and more with Snap Circuits.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Electricity is everywhere. Learn how to create a circuit, how your house is generally wired and more with Snap Circuits.

Toddler holding a book

Baby Lapsit

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Early Childhood
Baby Lapsit:

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

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

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

Toddler holding a book

Baby Lapsit

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Early Childhood
Baby Lapsit:

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

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

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