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Phoenix Zoo Live on Location

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Family

Imagine the thrill of seeing our ambassador animals right in your library! Get up close and personal with our captivating creatures as our expert staff share stories and information that are sure to leave an impression.

 

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

Imagine the thrill of seeing our ambassador animals right in your library! Get up close and personal with our captivating creatures as our expert staff share stories and information that are sure to leave an impression.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Main Library Parking

If the Main Library parking lot is full when you arrive for this program, please visit downtownmesa.com/explore/parking for more parking options.

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.

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

Lunch at the Library

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
School Age, Family

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

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

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

Phoenix Zoo Live on Location

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Family

Imagine the thrill of seeing our ambassador animals right in your library! Get up close and personal with our captivating creatures as our expert staff share stories and information that are sure to leave an impression.

 

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

Imagine the thrill of seeing our ambassador animals right in your library! Get up close and personal with our captivating creatures as our expert staff share stories and information that are sure to leave an impression.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Ticketed Event

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

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.

Main Library Parking

If the Main Library parking lot is full when you arrive for this program, please visit downtownmesa.com/explore/parking for more parking options.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Arizona Meets Disney Presented by Marshall Shore

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Instructional
Age Group:
Family, All Ages

Explore where Arizona meets the happiest place on Earth. Consider the adventures of Walt Disney in Arizona and influences that have affected both Arizona and Disney.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Family, All Ages
Program Type: Entertainment, Instructional
Event Details:

Explore where Arizona meets the happiest place on Earth. Consider the adventures of Walt Disney in Arizona and influences that have affected both Arizona and Disney.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Kith and Kin Caregiver Workshop

Friday, June 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adult, Family

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, Family
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

Lunch at the Library

Friday, June 13, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
School Age, Family

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

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

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Ages 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 Fun Family Storytime

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Mesa Reads, Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Family
Family Storytime:

Bring the whole family for stories, songs, and literacy-boosting activities. Birth-5.

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

Bring the whole family for stories, songs, and literacy-boosting activities. Birth-5.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Lunch at the Library

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
School Age, Family

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

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

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

Kith & Kin Caregiver Workshop

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adult, Family

El Programa Kith & Kin, un programa de Candelen, es una serie de 10 semanas diseñada para cuidadores familiares, amigos y vecinos; abuelos, familiares, amigos, vecinos y adultos no emparentados que apoyan a las familias con sus necesidades de

Cancelled
Registration Required
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: Adult, Family
Program Type: Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

El Programa Kith & Kin, un programa de Candelen, es una serie de 10 semanas diseñada para cuidadores familiares, amigos y vecinos; abuelos, familiares, amigos, vecinos y adultos no emparentados que apoyan a las familias con sus necesidades de

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Lunch at the Library

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
School Age, Family

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

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

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

Learn with Aloha!

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Educational, Entertainment
Age Group:
Family

Participants will be able to experience the Aloha Spirit through learning about hula! We will learn where hula originates, the purpose of hula, enjoy some hula performances, learn some basic hula instruction with Hawaiian implements (ex.

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

Participants will be able to experience the Aloha Spirit through learning about hula! We will learn where hula originates, the purpose of hula, enjoy some hula performances, learn some basic hula instruction with Hawaiian implements (ex.

Disclaimer(s)

Ticketed Event

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

Main Library Parking

If the Main Library parking lot is full when you arrive for this program, please visit downtownmesa.com/explore/parking for more parking options.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Learn with Aloha!

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Educational, Entertainment
Age Group:
Family

Participants will be able to experience the Aloha Spirit through learning about hula! We will learn where hula originates, the purpose of hula, enjoy some hula performances, learn some basic hula instruction with Hawaiian implements (ex.

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

Participants will be able to experience the Aloha Spirit through learning about hula! We will learn where hula originates, the purpose of hula, enjoy some hula performances, learn some basic hula instruction with Hawaiian implements (ex.

Disclaimer(s)

Ticketed Event

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

Main Library Parking

If the Main Library parking lot is full when you arrive for this program, please visit downtownmesa.com/explore/parking for more parking options.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Kith and Kin Caregiver Workshop

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adult, Family

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, Family
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

Lunch at the Library

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
School Age, Family

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

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

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

Building Blocks Club

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Games
Age Group:
School Age, Family

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.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Entertainment, Games
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 "Main Library" group

Local Author Book Fair--Children's and Young Adult Authors

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Children, Tween, Teen, Family

This fair will feature books for children and young adults.  Meet our local writers and discover your next great read or a gift for your favorite person. 

Books will be available for sale and signing by the authors.

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

This fair will feature books for children and young adults.  Meet our local writers and discover your next great read or a gift for your favorite person. 

Books will be available for sale and signing by the authors.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Building Blocks Club

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Games, STEAM
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 jumbo blocks will be provided. Ages 5-9.

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

Summer Fun Family Storytime

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Mesa Reads, Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Family
Family Storytime:

Bring the whole family for stories, songs, and literacy-boosting activities. Birth-5.

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

Bring the whole family for stories, songs, and literacy-boosting activities. Birth-5.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Lunch at the Library

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
School Age, Family

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

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

Fuel up with healthy food and enjoy an activity provided by the library. Meals must be eaten on-site. Ages 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 "Red Mountain Library" group

The Magic and Illusions of Eric Gilliam

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children, Family

Former World Teen Magic Champion, Eric Giliam performs a dazzling spectacle of magic, illusions, and sleight of hand in his high energy show, which includes music, comedy and audience participation.

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

Former World Teen Magic Champion, Eric Giliam performs a dazzling spectacle of magic, illusions, and sleight of hand in his high energy show, which includes music, comedy and audience participation.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

The Magic and Illusions of Eric Gilliam

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children, Family

Former World Teen Magic Champion, Eric Giliam performs a dazzling spectacle of magic, illusions, and sleight of hand in his high energy show, which includes music, comedy and audience participation.

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

Former World Teen Magic Champion, Eric Giliam performs a dazzling spectacle of magic, illusions, and sleight of hand in his high energy show, which includes music, comedy and audience participation.

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

Puzzle Competition

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 5:45pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Family

Come join the first Tri-City Puzzle Tournament! Mesa Public Library, Chandler Public Library, and Tempe Public Library will compete to see what city has the fastest puzzlers!

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Family
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join the first Tri-City Puzzle Tournament! Mesa Public Library, Chandler Public Library, and Tempe Public Library will compete to see what city has the fastest puzzlers!

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Lunch at the Library

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
School Age, Family

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

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

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

Escape the Frame! A Library Adventure

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Family

Get ready for a wildly fun challenge at the library in this escape room type game! The art exhibition is about to open, but there’s a BIG problem—some mischievous animals have escaped from their paintings and are hiding around the room!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for a wildly fun challenge at the library in this escape room type game! The art exhibition is about to open, but there’s a BIG problem—some mischievous animals have escaped from their paintings and are hiding around the room!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.