This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Saturday at the Ranch: Building Blocks Saturday, January 17, 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. View Details This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Saturday at the Ranch: Building Blocks 1:00pm–3:00pm 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 Build A Birdfeeder Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Children's Patio (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Age Group: Children, Family Practice sustainability and repurpose recycled materials into a birdfeeder to give the birds a snack to eat during the chillier months. Supplies are provided but limited. Ages 5+. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jan 21 2026 Wed Build A Birdfeeder 3:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Children's Patio (GW) Age Group: Children, Family Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Practice sustainability and repurpose recycled materials into a birdfeeder to give the birds a snack to eat during the chillier months. Supplies are provided but limited. Ages 5+. 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. 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 Fuse Bead Video Game Sprites Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library Program Type: Craft Age Group: Children, School Age, Family Use fuse beads to recreate sprites from your favorite video games. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Jan 22 2026 Thu Fuse Bead Video Game Sprites 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Children, School Age, Family Program Type: Craft Event Details: Use fuse beads to recreate sprites from your favorite video games.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Stay and Play Friday, January 23, 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. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jan 23 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:00am–11:00am 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 "THINKspot at Gateway" group THINKspot Comic Club Saturday, January 24, 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. View Details This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group Jan 24 2026 Sat THINKspot Comic Club 10:30am–12:00pm 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.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Saturday at the Ranch - Recycled Creations Saturday, January 24, 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. View Details This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Saturday at the Ranch - Recycled Creations 1:00pm–3:00pm 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 "Main Library" group Mini Makers Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library Program Type: Educational, STEAM Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family Join us for Mini Makers, a bimonthly hands-on program for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers. View Details This event is in the "Main Library" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Mini Makers 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family Program Type: Educational, STEAM Event Details: Join us for Mini Makers, a bimonthly hands-on program for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.
This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group Read Around the Storywalk™ Monday, January 26, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Mesa Express Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Family Come for a special edition of Read Around the StoryWalk™ as we experience To Walk the Sky: How the Iroquois Steelworkers Helped Build the Empire State Building. View Details This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Read Around the Storywalk™ 3:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Mesa Express Library Age Group: Family Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Come for a special edition of Read Around the StoryWalk™ as we experience To Walk the Sky: How the Iroquois Steelworkers Helped Build the Empire State Building. Disclaimer(s) MEL Programs All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group 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! View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Puzzle Competition 5:45pm–7:30pm 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. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jan 30 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:00am–11:00am 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. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jan 31 2026 Sat Hula Dancing with Learn with Aloha LLC 10:00am–11:00am 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! View Details Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Jan 31 2026 Sat Second Inter-City Puzzle Competition 2:15pm–4:00pm 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. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Jan 31 2026 Sat Building Blocks Club 3:30pm–4:30pm 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 "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 View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 3 2026 Tue A Family's Journey 6:00pm–7:00pm 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 "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. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 6 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:00am–11:00am 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 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. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 7 2026 Sat Building Blocks Club 3:00pm–4:00pm 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 "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. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 13 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:00am–11:00am 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 "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. View Details This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Feb 14 2026 Sat Building Blocks Club 3:00pm–4:00pm 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. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 20 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:00am–11:00am 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 "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. View Details This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group Feb 21 2026 Sat THINKspot Comic Club 10:30am–12:00pm 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.
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. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 24 2026 Tue Game On Gateway: Unplug and Play Board Games 2:30pm–4:00pm 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 "Gateway Library" group Stay and Play Friday, February 27, 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- 5 years. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 27 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:00am–11:00am 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- 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 Making and Playing Simple Percussion Instruments Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library Program Type: Educational, Entertainment Age Group: Family, All Ages Budding percussionists of all ages will learn how to make and play simple percussion instruments from wood and items found around the home. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Feb 28 2026 Sat Making and Playing Simple Percussion Instruments 10:00am–11:30am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Family, All Ages Program Type: Educational, Entertainment Event Details: Budding percussionists of all ages will learn how to make and play simple percussion instruments from wood and items found around the home.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Building Blocks Club Saturday, March 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. View Details This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Mar 7 2026 Sat Building Blocks Club 3:00pm–4:00pm 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.