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This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Let's Get Messy: Slime

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

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.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: Craft
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 "Red Mountain Library" group

Art Cart

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Roadrunner Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft, Sustainability
Age Group:
School Age

Join us each month for some crafts. Drop in to make your own art or participate in the theme of the month. This month's craft: Sock puppets. Ages 6+ 

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Roadrunner Room (RM)
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Craft, Sustainability
Event Details:

Join us each month for some crafts. Drop in to make your own art or participate in the theme of the month. This month's craft: Sock puppets. Ages 6+ 

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Calm Down Jars

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft, STEAM
Age Group:
School Age

Create a calming, swirly, glittery jar to help relax your mind. Ages 6+. Supplies are limited.  

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Craft, STEAM
Event Details:

Create a calming, swirly, glittery jar to help relax your mind. Ages 6+. Supplies are limited.  

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Monday Nights at Main!

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Early Childhood, School Age, Tween, Teen, Family

Experience an evening of family fun at the library during Nights at Main! Families can enjoy games, crafts, stories, and activities designed for all ages. This month, join us for fun creation with Perler Beads!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Early Childhood, School Age, Tween, Teen, Family
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Experience an evening of family fun at the library during Nights at Main! Families can enjoy games, crafts, stories, and activities designed for all ages. This month, join us for fun creation with Perler Beads!

This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group
Cartoon image of hands holding objects representing science, technology, engineering, arts, and math.

Outdoor STEAM

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Mesa Express Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
School Age

Come for a fun engaging outdoor STEAM program designed to spark curiosity and creativity in young minds!  Each session features hands-on, nature-inspired activities that blend science and art in exciting ways.

Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Come for a fun engaging outdoor STEAM program designed to spark curiosity and creativity in young minds!  Each session features hands-on, nature-inspired activities that blend science and art in exciting ways.

Disclaimer(s)

MEL Programs

All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors. 

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Walk-In Wednesdays

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment - something fun will be happening every Wednesday in the Youth Activity Room! Supplies are limited.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM
Event Details:

Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment - something fun will be happening every Wednesday in the Youth Activity Room! Supplies are limited.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Walk in Wednesday Presents: Red, White, and Blue Lanterns

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
America 250, Craft
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Mesa Celebrates 250! Make your own red, white, and blue lantern to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary! Decorate it with stars and add your own creative flair, then take it home to display proudly. Supplies provided while they last.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: America 250, Craft
Event Details:

Mesa Celebrates 250! Make your own red, white, and blue lantern to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary! Decorate it with stars and add your own creative flair, then take it home to display proudly. Supplies provided while they last.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Trading Card Game Club

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Games
Age Group:
School Age

Are you a fan of the Pokémon© Trading Card Game? Then the Red Mountain Trading Card Game Club is the place for you! Bring your most powerful Pokémon© deck to the library and play against other kids in your community.

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

Are you a fan of the Pokémon© Trading Card Game? Then the Red Mountain Trading Card Game Club is the place for you! Bring your most powerful Pokémon© deck to the library and play against other kids in your community.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Pixel Video Game Character Bingo

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Come join us for a game of Minecraft Bingo! 6-12.

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

Come join us for a game of Minecraft Bingo! 6-12.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group
Comics Rule!

THINKspot Comic Club

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ GW at THINKspot at Gateway
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Early Childhood, School Age, Tween, Teen, Family

Unleash your imagination and bring your stories to life! Each month, families will dive into the world of comics—learning how to create characters, design panels, and add a splash of graphic design magic to their very own comic books.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Room: THINKspot @ GW
Age Group: Early Childhood, School Age, Tween, Teen, Family
Program Type: Craft, Instructional
Event Details:

Unleash your imagination and bring your stories to life! Each month, families will dive into the world of comics—learning how to create characters, design panels, and add a splash of graphic design magic to their very own comic books.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Learn with Aloha

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
School Age, Family

Join Learn with Aloha for a story told through Hula and Polynesian dance! Enjoy a lively demonstration and performances that bring the story to life, while learning about Polynesian culture through movement and music.

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

Join Learn with Aloha for a story told through Hula and Polynesian dance! Enjoy a lively demonstration and performances that bring the story to life, while learning about Polynesian culture through movement and music.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Saturday at the Ranch: Building Blocks

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Games
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.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Games
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.

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 "Bookmobile" group
Photo of objects representing science, technology, engineering, arts, and math.

Outdoor STEAM with the Read Runner

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
School Age

Come for a fun engaging outdoor STEAM program designed to spark curiosity and creativity in young minds!  Each session features hands-on, nature-inspired activities that blend science and art in exciting ways.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Come for a fun engaging outdoor STEAM program designed to spark curiosity and creativity in young minds!  Each session features hands-on, nature-inspired activities that blend science and art in exciting ways.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group
Art supplies and paint brushes

Painting to Music

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft, Entertainment
Age Group:
School Age, Family

Join us to create a masterpiece (or two) while listening to different styles of music. If the music is slow and soft, try and paint that way. If the music is fast and energetic, try and paint that way.

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

Join us to create a masterpiece (or two) while listening to different styles of music. If the music is slow and soft, try and paint that way. If the music is fast and energetic, try and paint that way.

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

STEAMers

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Gateway Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
School Age

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: Galaxy Painting

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: 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: Galaxy Painting

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Cartoons and Pajamas

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Early Childhood, School Age

Put on your pajamas and enjoy an evening of cartoons! We'll be showing a variety of modern and retro kid's shows great for any age.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Early Childhood, School Age
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Put on your pajamas and enjoy an evening of cartoons! We'll be showing a variety of modern and retro kid's shows great for any age.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Walk-In Wednesdays

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment - something fun will be happening every Wednesday in the Youth Activity Room! Supplies are limited.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM
Event Details:

Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment - something fun will be happening every Wednesday in the Youth Activity Room! Supplies are limited.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Walk-In Wednesdays

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment - something fun will be happening every Wednesday in the Youth Activity Room! Supplies are limited.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM
Event Details:

Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment - something fun will be happening every Wednesday in the Youth Activity Room! Supplies are limited.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Trading Card Game Club

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Games
Age Group:
School Age

Are you a fan of the Pokémon© Trading Card Game? Then the Red Mountain Trading Card Game Club is the place for you! Bring your most powerful Pokémon© deck to the library and play against other kids in your community.

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

Are you a fan of the Pokémon© Trading Card Game? Then the Red Mountain Trading Card Game Club is the place for you! Bring your most powerful Pokémon© deck to the library and play against other kids in your community.

This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group

Bubble Mania

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mesa Express Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Early Childhood, School Age, Tween, Teen, Family

Celebrate the end of the school year with a burst of bubbly fun at the Mesa Express Library! Join us for Bubble Mania, an exciting program filled with giant bubbles, floating bubble clouds, and hands-on bubble activities for kids and families.

Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: Early Childhood, School Age, Tween, Teen, Family
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Celebrate the end of the school year with a burst of bubbly fun at the Mesa Express Library! Join us for Bubble Mania, an exciting program filled with giant bubbles, floating bubble clouds, and hands-on bubble activities for kids and families.

Disclaimer(s)

MEL Programs

All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors. 

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group
astronauts in space

Space Adventures at Gateway

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational, STEAM
Age Group:
School Age, Tween, Family

Blast off at the library and explore what’s happening beyond Earth! Kids and adults will learn about space missions, NASA launches, and new discoveries, from rockets and astronauts to planets, satellites, and what’s coming next.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: School Age, Tween, Family
Program Type: Educational, STEAM
Event Details:

Blast off at the library and explore what’s happening beyond Earth! Kids and adults will learn about space missions, NASA launches, and new discoveries, from rockets and astronauts to planets, satellites, and what’s coming next.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Saturday at the Ranch - Recycled Creations

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Craft, Sustainability
Age Group:
School Age, Family

Families who craft together stay together. We’ll provide supplies, tools, and ideas to get you started, but the final creation is up to you.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Craft, Sustainability
Event Details:

Families who craft together stay together. We’ll provide supplies, tools, and ideas to get you started, but the final creation is up to you.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Family Disney Trivia

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Games
Age Group:
School Age, Family

Enter our Disney trivia contest! Each round will cover a different aspect of Disney fandom including animated films, theme parks, and more. The winning team will win fun library swag and be crowned Disney trivia champions!

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

Enter our Disney trivia contest! Each round will cover a different aspect of Disney fandom including animated films, theme parks, and more. The winning team will win fun library swag and be crowned Disney trivia champions!

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group
Black cover with a green monster, purple squggly hair and large yellow eyes. Titled Go Away, Big Green Monster

Big Green Monster Storytime

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft, Storytime
Age Group:
School Age, Family

Help us tell the monster to go away as we read Go Away, Big Green Monster! by Ed Emberley. Join in the fun as the silly monster appears piece by piece, and together we’ll use our voices to send it away.

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Craft, Storytime
Event Details:

Help us tell the monster to go away as we read Go Away, Big Green Monster! by Ed Emberley. Join in the fun as the silly monster appears piece by piece, and together we’ll use our voices to send it away.