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Walk-In Wednesday Celebrates Jackie Robinson Day!

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Mesa Celebrates 250! Join us for crafts that honor America's favorite past time, as well as Jackie Robinson Day! 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:

Mesa Celebrates 250! Join us for crafts that honor America's favorite past time, as well as Jackie Robinson Day! Supplies are limited.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Trading Card Game Club

Wednesday, April 15, 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 "Gateway Library" group

Yoga and Me Series

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational, Health
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Young Flow Yoga offers a playful yoga session for young visitors, using movement, balance, and confidence-building to teach calm strategies and mindfulness. In this 60-minute class, children learn poses they can use every day.

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

Young Flow Yoga offers a playful yoga session for young visitors, using movement, balance, and confidence-building to teach calm strategies and mindfulness. In this 60-minute class, children learn poses they can use every day.

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

Space Adventures at Gateway

Saturday, April 18, 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 "Gateway Library" group

Bike and Scooter Rodeo

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Early Childhood, School Age

Families can ride or scoot over to the library for a fun and educational morning! Get fitted for a free bike helmet and learn safe cycling tips from John Boyd, Injury Prevention Specialist at Phoenix Children’s.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Age Group: Early Childhood, School Age
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Families can ride or scoot over to the library for a fun and educational morning! Get fitted for a free bike helmet and learn safe cycling tips from John Boyd, Injury Prevention Specialist at Phoenix Children’s.

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

Yoga & Me

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Educational, Health
Age Group:
School Age

Yoga & Me is a 4-week yoga and mindfulness series for children ages 5-7 designed to support emotional awareness, compassion, self-regulation, and expression.

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Educational, Health
Registration Required
Event Details:

Yoga & Me is a 4-week yoga and mindfulness series for children ages 5-7 designed to support emotional awareness, compassion, self-regulation, and expression.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Saturday at the Ranch: Building Blocks

Saturday, April 18, 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

Seed Bombs at the Read Runner!

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
School Age

Kids will get hands-on at the Read Runner as they make seed bombs using soil, clay, and seeds. This fun, slightly messy activity introduces young gardeners to plants, pollinators, and caring for the environment.

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

Kids will get hands-on at the Read Runner as they make seed bombs using soil, clay, and seeds. This fun, slightly messy activity introduces young gardeners to plants, pollinators, and caring for the environment.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Food Group Storytime

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, School Age

Get ready to giggle. Join us for a storytime featuring books by Jory John, the author who turns big feelings into big laughs and make your own food character craft.

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

Get ready to giggle. Join us for a storytime featuring books by Jory John, the author who turns big feelings into big laughs and make your own food character craft.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

STEAMers

Monday, April 20, 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: Flubber

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: Flubber

This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group

Crochet Circle

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
School Age, Adult

Whether you're a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, join us for a fun and relaxed crochet class! Learn the basics, work on creative projects, and enjoy a welcoming space to stitch and socialize.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: School Age, Adult
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Whether you're a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, join us for a fun and relaxed crochet class! Learn the basics, work on creative projects, and enjoy a welcoming space to stitch and socialize.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Educational, Entertainment
Age Group:
Early Childhood, School Age

Let's get loud at the library! Try out a variety of different musical instruments including guitars, drums, synthesizers and more. Ages 3+

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

Let's get loud at the library! Try out a variety of different musical instruments including guitars, drums, synthesizers and more. Ages 3+

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Art Cart

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Join us each month for an hour of crafting. Drop in to create your own art or join in on the theme. This month’s theme: National Unicorn Day! Ages 8+ 

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

Join us each month for an hour of crafting. Drop in to create your own art or join in on the theme. This month’s theme: National Unicorn Day! Ages 8+ 

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

Change-A-Maze

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Sustainability
Age Group:
School Age

Turn a shoebox into a fun maze toy. Change the paths and challenge your friends!

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

Turn a shoebox into a fun maze toy. Change the paths and challenge your friends!

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Earth Day Animal Spot-A-Thon

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

This is a live, interactive Acts of Science connected event delivered by scientists and SciStarter educators. 

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

This is a live, interactive Acts of Science connected event delivered by scientists and SciStarter educators. 

This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group

Mason Jar Beehives for Earth Day

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mesa Express Library
Program Type:
Sustainability
Age Group:
School Age

Celebrate Earth Day with a creative, hands-on activity! Kids will make their own Mason Jar Beehives while learning why bees are so important to our planet.

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

Celebrate Earth Day with a creative, hands-on activity! Kids will make their own Mason Jar Beehives while learning why bees are so important to our planet.

Disclaimer(s)

MEL Programs

All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors. 

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Trading Card Game Club

Wednesday, April 22, 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 "Gateway Library" group

America 250: I Survived the Past: 1960-1999

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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
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!

Disclaimer(s)

Ticketed Event

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

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Tall Tales: Paul Bunyon

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
America 250, Writing
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Let's compare different versions of the Tall Tale, Paul Bunyan. Afterwards, we will write our own tall tale. Ages 8-12.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: America 250, Writing
Event Details:

Let's compare different versions of the Tall Tale, Paul Bunyan. Afterwards, we will write our own tall tale. Ages 8-12.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Yoga and Me Series

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational, Health
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Young Flow Yoga offers a playful yoga session for young visitors, using movement, balance, and confidence-building to teach calm strategies and mindfulness. In this 60-minute class, children learn poses they can use every day.

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

Young Flow Yoga offers a playful yoga session for young visitors, using movement, balance, and confidence-building to teach calm strategies and mindfulness. In this 60-minute class, children learn poses they can use every day.

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

Yoga & Me

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Educational, Health
Age Group:
School Age

Yoga & Me is a 4-week yoga and mindfulness series for children ages 5-7 designed to support emotional awareness, compassion, self-regulation, and expression.

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

Yoga & Me is a 4-week yoga and mindfulness series for children ages 5-7 designed to support emotional awareness, compassion, self-regulation, and expression.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Saturday at the Ranch: Recycled Creations

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Craft
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
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 "Gateway Library" group

Compose a Movie Theme Workshop

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
America 250, Educational
Age Group:
Early Childhood, School Age, Tween

This interactive workshop guides you through the process of composing a movie theme song with hands-on instruction provided by Sticks and Tones! Learn how to use different software to layer sounds and create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. 

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: Early Childhood, School Age, Tween
Program Type: America 250, Educational
Event Details:

This interactive workshop guides you through the process of composing a movie theme song with hands-on instruction provided by Sticks and Tones! Learn how to use different software to layer sounds and create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. 

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Building Block Club

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Games, STEAM
Age Group:
School Age, Family
LEGO Club:

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: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Games, STEAM

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.