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Puzzle Competition

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 5:45pm - 7:30pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Family

Four Cities. Four Library Systems. One Champion! 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Family
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Four Cities. Four Library Systems. One Champion! 

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Stay and Play

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Children, Early Childhood, Family

Play with your child and explore, create, and investigate with a variety of themed imagination stations. This program enables children to expand socialization and imagination skills! Best for birth- 5 years.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Play with your child and explore, create, and investigate with a variety of themed imagination stations. This program enables children to expand socialization and imagination skills! Best for birth- 5 years.

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

Hula Dancing with Learn with Aloha LLC

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
America 250, Entertainment, Special Program
Age Group:
Adult, Family

Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Polynesian culture through this engaging program that teaches the art of hula dancing.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: Adult, Family
Program Type: America 250, Entertainment, Special Program
Event Details:

Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Polynesian culture through this engaging program that teaches the art of hula dancing.

Disclaimer(s)

Ticketed Event

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

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

Second Inter-City Puzzle Competition

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 2:15pm - 4:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Family

Come join the second Inter-City Puzzle Tournament!

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 second Inter-City Puzzle Tournament!

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Building Blocks Club

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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

Monday Night Movie

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
School Age, Family

Enjoy a movie at the library! This month we will be watching The Princess and the Frog (2009, rated G).

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

Enjoy a movie at the library! This month we will be watching The Princess and the Frog (2009, rated G).

This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group

Campfire Stories

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Mesa Express Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Family

Come to this nighttime storytime inspired by the great outdoors. 

(No fires will be present.)

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

Come to this nighttime storytime inspired by the great outdoors. 

(No fires will be present.)

Disclaimer(s)

MEL Programs

All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors. 

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

A Family's Journey

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational, Health, Instructional
Age Group:
Family
The program will provide a unique bonding experience that brings families together through mindful activities that nurture communication, creativity, and emotional wellness.
Open to all ages, this event transforms the library into a we
Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Educational, Health, Instructional
Event Details:
The program will provide a unique bonding experience that brings families together through mindful activities that nurture communication, creativity, and emotional wellness.
Open to all ages, this event transforms the library into a we
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Puzzle Competition

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 5:45pm - 7:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Family

Come join the second Inter-City Puzzle Tournament!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Family
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join the second Inter-City Puzzle Tournament!

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Puzzle Competition

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 5:45pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot @ MN at THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Family

Inter-City Puzzle Tournament – Main Library

Four Cities. Four Library Systems. One Champion! 

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

Inter-City Puzzle Tournament – Main Library

Four Cities. Four Library Systems. One Champion! 

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

Coloring Club

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Adult, Family

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.

 

Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult, Family
Program Type: Craft
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.

 

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Stay and Play

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Children, Early Childhood, Family

Play with your child and explore, create, and investigate with a variety of themed imagination stations. This program enables children to expand socialization and imagination skills! Best for birth- 5 years.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Play with your child and explore, create, and investigate with a variety of themed imagination stations. This program enables children to expand socialization and imagination skills! Best for birth- 5 years.

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

Saturday at the Ranch: Puzzles

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children, School Age, Family

We’ll break out the puzzles and families can choose their favorites to put together. Puzzles are beneficial for cognitive function, problem solving, and spatial reasoning.

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

We’ll break out the puzzles and families can choose their favorites to put together. Puzzles are beneficial for cognitive function, problem solving, and spatial reasoning.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Building Blocks Club

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway 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 Duplo® blocks will be provided. Ages 5-12.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
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 Duplo® blocks will be provided. Ages 5-12.

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

Make Your Own Valentines Day Card

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft, Entertainment
Age Group:
School Age, Family

Get ready for the upcoming Valentine's Day Holiday by making a unique handmade card for your loved ones. All supplies will be provided. 

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

Get ready for the upcoming Valentine's Day Holiday by making a unique handmade card for your loved ones. All supplies will be provided. 

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Stay and Play

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Children, Early Childhood, Family

Play with your child and explore, create, and investigate with a variety of themed imagination stations. This program enables children to expand socialization and imagination skills! Best for birth- 5 years.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Play with your child and explore, create, and investigate with a variety of themed imagination stations. This program enables children to expand socialization and imagination skills! Best for birth- 5 years.

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 "Main Library" group

Family Matinee: Cars

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Movie
Age Group:
Family

Each month, we will show a different family-friendly movie. 

Rated G or PG.

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

Each month, we will show a different family-friendly movie. 

Rated G or PG.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Building Blocks Club

Saturday, February 14, 2026 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 Duplo® blocks will be provided. Ages 5-12.

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 Duplo® blocks will be provided. Ages 5-12.

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

Stay and Play

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Children, Early Childhood, Family

Play with your child and explore, create, and investigate with a variety of themed imagination stations. This program enables children to expand socialization and imagination skills! Best for birth to 5 years.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Play with your child and explore, create, and investigate with a variety of themed imagination stations. This program enables children to expand socialization and imagination skills! Best for birth to 5 years.

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 "Main Library" group

Celebrate Presidents' Day!

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
America 250
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Family

Mesa Celebrates America 250! Celebrate the birthdays of two of our Founding Fathers with Presidents' Day themed crafts and activities.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Early Childhood, Family
Program Type: America 250
Event Details:

Mesa Celebrates America 250! Celebrate the birthdays of two of our Founding Fathers with Presidents' Day themed crafts and activities.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

THINKspot Comic Club

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ GW at THINKspot at Gateway
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
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: 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.

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

Saturday at the Ranch: Building Blocks

Saturday, February 21, 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 "Gateway Library" group

Game On Gateway: Unplug and Play Board Games

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children, Family

Don’t be bored, play a board game! Join us for an open-play board game afternoon where kids and families can relax, play, and connect. We’ll provide the games—you bring the fun.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Don’t be bored, play a board game! Join us for an open-play board game afternoon where kids and families can relax, play, and connect. We’ll provide the games—you bring the fun.

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

Tiny Art Show

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft, Entertainment
Age Group:
School Age, Family

Paint a mini masterpiece for the Red Mountain Library Tiny Art Show. All materials will be provided. 

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

Paint a mini masterpiece for the Red Mountain Library Tiny Art Show. All materials will be provided.