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This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Story School with Make Way for Books

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Educational, Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Family
Event Details:

Story School is a bilingual, two-generation program where children and parents learn together twice a week for 11 sessions. Children are immersed in books and literacy activit...

Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Early Childhood, Family
Program Type: Educational, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Story School is a bilingual, two-generation program where children and parents learn together twice a week for 11 sessions.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group.

Story School with Make Way for Books

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Educational, Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Family
Event Details:

Story School is a bilingual, two-generation program where children and parents learn together twice a week for 11 sessions. Children are immersed in books and literacy activit...

Required
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Early Childhood, Family
Program Type: Educational, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Story School is a bilingual, two-generation program where children and parents learn together twice a week for 11 sessions.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Family Matinee Presents: Lilo & Stitch

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Each month, we will show a different family-friendly movie. This month's movie is Lilo & Stitch.

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

Each month, we will show a different family-friendly movie. This month's movie is Lilo & Stitch.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Building Blocks Club

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
School Age, Family
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 jumbo blocks will be provided...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
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 jumbo blocks will be provided. Ages 5-9.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group.

Building Blocks Club

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
School Age, Family
Event Details:

Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO® bricks. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO® bricks and DUPLO® blocks will b...

Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO® bricks. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO® bricks and DUPLO® blocks will be provided.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group.

Family Book Swap

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Sustainability
Age Group:
School Age, Family, All Ages
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...

Event Details:

Bring a book, take a book. Swap your good condition books for something new to read. Kids Need to Read will be here with new copies of books to choose from for prereader throu...

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: School Age, Family, All Ages
Program Type: Entertainment, Sustainability
Event Details:

Bring a book, take a book. Swap your good condition books for something new to read. Kids Need to Read will be here with new copies of books to choose from for prereader through high school.

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 "Red Mountain Library" group.

Summer Reading Program Kickoff

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Games
Age Group:
Children, Adult, Family
Event Details:

Sign up for the Summer Reading Program, participate in a scavenger hunt in the library.  Not able to attend a kickoff event? Register here

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

Sign up for the Summer Reading Program, participate in a scavenger hunt in the library. 

Not able to attend a kickoff event? Register here

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Summer Reading Program Kickoff

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Sign up for the Summer Reading Program, participate in crafts and games.  Not able to attend a kickoff event? Register here

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

Sign up for the Summer Reading Program, participate in crafts and games. 

Not able to attend a kickoff event? Register here

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group.

Lunch at the Library

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
School Age, Teen, Family
Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Birth-18. This program is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture...

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: School Age, Teen, Family
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Birth-18.

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.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group.

Craft in Movie: Lilo and Stitch

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Family
Event Details:

Come watch Lilo and Stitch (rated PG) and do themed crafts.  

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Early Childhood, Family
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Come watch Lilo and Stitch (rated PG) and do themed crafts.

 

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group.

Lunch at the Library

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
School Age, Teen, Family
Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Birth-18. This program is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture...

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: School Age, Teen, Family
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Birth-18.

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.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Adventure Obstacle Course

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Participate in an inside obstacle course with games and riddles you must complete to finish your adventure.    

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

Participate in an inside obstacle course with games and riddles you must complete to finish your adventure.

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Ticketed Event

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

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group.

Family Movie Adventure: The Super Mario Bros. Movie

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Children, Family
Event Details:

Bring a blanket or beach towel to sit on and enjoy The Super Mario Bros. movie in the cool air conditioning at the library. Rated PG.

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

Bring a blanket or beach towel to sit on and enjoy The Super Mario Bros. movie in the cool air conditioning at the library. Rated PG.

Disclaimer(s)

No non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

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

Coloring Club

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Adult, Family
Event Details:

Relax and color your stress away. Coloring pages and colored pencils, markers, and crayons will be provided, or you may bring your own.  Card-making materials will also be pro...

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

Relax and color your stress away. Coloring pages and colored pencils, markers, and crayons will be provided, or you may bring your own.  Card-making materials will also be provided.

In the area in front of THINKspot at RM.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group.

Lunch at the Library

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
School Age, Teen, Family
Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Birth-18. This program is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture...

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: School Age, Teen, Family
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Birth-18.

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.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Family Matinee: Princess and the Frog

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Each month, we will show a different family-friendly movie. This month's movie is Princess and the Frog.

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

Each month, we will show a different family-friendly movie. This month's movie is Princess and the Frog.

This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group.

Outdoor Family Night

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Mesa Express Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Come and play games from the Mesa Express Library's stuffbrary that the whole family can enjoy. Please bring water for you and your family. 

Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Come and play games from the Mesa Express Library's stuffbrary that the whole family can enjoy.

Please bring water for you and your family. 

Disclaimer(s)

MEL Programs

All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors. 

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group.

Lunch at the Library

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
School Age, Teen, Family
Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Birth-18. This program is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture...

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: School Age, Teen, Family
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Birth-18.

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.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Building Blocks Club

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
School Age, Family
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 jumbo blocks will be provided...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
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 jumbo blocks will be provided. Ages 5-9.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group.

Lunch at the Library

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
School Age, Teen, Family
Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Birth-18. This program is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture...

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: School Age, Teen, Family
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Birth-18.

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.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Family Mini Golf

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Mini Golf on the go will be here to provide a portable 9 hole golf course for your enjoyment.   

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

Mini Golf on the go will be here to provide a portable 9 hole golf course for your enjoyment. 

 

Disclaimer(s)

No non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

Ticketed Event

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

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group.

Family Movie Adventure: Disney's The Little Mermaid (2023)

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Children, Family
Event Details:

Bring a blanket or beach towel to sit on and enjoy Disney's The Little Mermaid in the cool air conditioning at the library. Rated PG.

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

Bring a blanket or beach towel to sit on and enjoy Disney's The Little Mermaid in the cool air conditioning at the library. Rated PG.

Disclaimer(s)

No non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group.

Lunch at the Library

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
School Age, Teen, Family
Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Birth-18. This program is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture...

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: School Age, Teen, Family
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Birth-18.

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.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Summer Movie Matinee: Indiana Jones Raiders of the Lost Ark

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Adventures at your Library summer matinee Indiana Jones movie series. The first movie "Raiders of the Lost Arc." Rated: PG  

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Adventures at your Library summer matinee Indiana Jones movie series. The first movie "Raiders of the Lost Arc." Rated: PG