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

Math Tutoring for Teens

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Study Room 1 (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Instructional
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

If your math homework gives you a headache, former math teacher Mr. Rogowski can help by showing you how to solve problems and proofs during the library's math lab for teens. Bring...

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 1 (RM)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Instructional
Event Details:

If your math homework gives you a headache, former math teacher Mr. Rogowski can help by showing you how to solve problems and proofs during the library's math lab for teens.

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

Teen Time: Vinyl Stickers

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Silhouette Cameo (TS@DR) at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional, STEAM
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Silhouette Cameo to make custom vinyl stickers.

Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: Silhouette Cameo (TS@DR)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Craft, Instructional, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Silhouette Cameo to make custom vinyl stickers.

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class Prerequisite

Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.

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

Embroidery Machine Demonstration

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Brother SE1900 Embroidery Machine (TS@DR) at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Learn how to operate our Brother SE1900 embroidery machine and find out what it can do.Registration is not required but space is limited.   

Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: Brother SE1900 Embroidery Machine (TS@DR)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Craft, Instructional
Event Details:

Learn how to operate our Brother SE1900 embroidery machine and find out what it can do.

Registration is not required but space is limited.

 

 

 

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

RPG at the Library - Tween

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Tween, Teen
Event Details:

Learn and play Dungeons & Dragons®  with an experienced player.  Already know how to play? Come in and use the space to lead your own campaign. New players are w...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Learn and play Dungeons & Dragons®  with an experienced player.  Already know how to play? Come in and use the space to lead your own campaign. New players are welcome.

 

 

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Color and Chill

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Instructional
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Please join us as we sit back, relax, and color.

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

Please join us as we sit back, relax, and color.

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

Peer Tutoring

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
School Age, Tween, Teen
Event Details:

Free weekly tutoring from Dobson Ranch teen volunteers for students in grades K-12. Drop in and get help with reading, math, science, and writing.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: School Age, Tween, Teen
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Free weekly tutoring from Dobson Ranch teen volunteers for students in grades K-12. Drop in and get help with reading, math, science, and writing.

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

Math Tutoring for Teens

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Study Room 1 (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Instructional
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

If your math homework gives you a headache, former math teacher Mr. Rogowski can help by showing you how to solve problems and proofs during the library's math lab for teens. Bring...

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 1 (RM)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Instructional
Event Details:

If your math homework gives you a headache, former math teacher Mr. Rogowski can help by showing you how to solve problems and proofs during the library's math lab for teens.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group.

Laser-Cut Coasters for Teens

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
THINKspot @MN at THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Create a personalized cup coaster using the Glowforge. No experience necessary. Ages 12-18Registration is required and spots are limited. 

Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Craft, Instructional
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Create a personalized cup coaster using the Glowforge. No experience necessary. 

Ages 12-18

Registration is required and spots are limited. 

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

Peer Tutoring

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
School Age, Tween, Teen
Event Details:

Free weekly tutoring from Dobson Ranch teen volunteers for students in grades K-12. Drop in and get help with reading, math, science, and writing.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: School Age, Tween, Teen
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Free weekly tutoring from Dobson Ranch teen volunteers for students in grades K-12. Drop in and get help with reading, math, science, and writing.

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Anime Adventures

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Zone (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Educational, Entertainment
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Come watch anime and create some fun crafts! We will be watching Spy x Family. Ages 13-18.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Zone (MN)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Educational, Entertainment
Event Details:

Come watch anime and create some fun crafts! We will be watching Spy x Family. Ages 13-18.

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

Crochet-a-long

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Join us for a guided crochet-along at Red Mountain! We’ll all work on the same pattern, each creating our own piece while learning together. This group is perfect for those with ba...

Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Craft
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Join us for a guided crochet-along at Red Mountain! We’ll all work on the same pattern, each creating our own piece while learning together.

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

Math Tutoring for Teens

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Study Room 1 (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Instructional
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

If your math homework gives you a headache, former math teacher Mr. Rogowski can help by showing you how to solve problems and proofs during the library's math lab for teens. Bring...

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 1 (RM)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Instructional
Event Details:

If your math homework gives you a headache, former math teacher Mr. Rogowski can help by showing you how to solve problems and proofs during the library's math lab for teens.

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

Adventures in Virtual Reality

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Educational, Entertainment
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Explore the world of VR with us through different apps and games.This program was made possible by Mesa West Rotary District 5495.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Educational, Entertainment
Event Details:

Explore the world of VR with us through different apps and games.

This program was made possible by Mesa West Rotary District 5495.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group.

Book Binding

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
THINKspot @MN at THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Instructional, Sustainability
Age Group:
Teen
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 in one of your favorite paperbacks and learn how to rebind it. Ages 12 and up

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Instructional, Sustainability
Event Details:

Bring in one of your favorite paperbacks and learn how to rebind it.

 

Ages 12 and up

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.

Writer in Residence Consultations

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Study Room 2 (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Brooke Bessesen as our Writer in Residence from April 15th to July 15th.Brooke Bessesen is the ...

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 2 (RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Brooke Bessesen as our Writer in Residence from April 15th to July 15th.

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

STEAM Team

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Roadrunner Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Computer Class, STEAM
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

The Comp-U-Dopt STEAM Team Program is a mystery themed project-based enrichment program that helps students explore how technology is used to solve real world problems. In this pro...

Required
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Roadrunner Room (RM)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Computer Class, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

The Comp-U-Dopt STEAM Team Program is a mystery themed project-based enrichment program that helps students explore how technology is used to solve real world problem

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

Craft Night: Pop-Up Flower Cards

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Try your hand at a low-stakes craft night. This month we'll be making pop-up flower cards.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Try your hand at a low-stakes craft night. This month we'll be making pop-up flower cards.

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

Computer Skills Training

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Computer Class
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Mesa librarians will help you navigate several online learning platforms for technology so that you can improve your computer skills at your own pace and on your own time.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Computer Class
Event Details:

Mesa librarians will help you navigate several online learning platforms for technology so that you can improve your computer skills at your own pace and on your own time.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group.

Adventures in VR - Mini Golf

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
THINKspot @MN at THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Entertainment, STEAM
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Join us as we venture into virtual reality as we test out apps and explore new virtual places. This month we will be playing virtual Mini Golf.Registration is required and spo...

Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Entertainment, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Join us as we venture into virtual reality as we test out apps and explore new virtual places. 

This month we will be playing virtual Mini Golf.

Registration is required and spots are limited.

 

 

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

What’s YOUR Story? Taking the First Step from Reader to Writer

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Roadrunner Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Each of us has a story to tell. Perhaps you’ve dreamed of writing a children’s book, a mystery novel, or a memoir. Now’s your chance to get started! From April to July, Mesa Public...

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Roadrunner Room (RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:

Each of us has a story to tell. Perhaps you’ve dreamed of writing a children’s book, a mystery novel, or a memoir. Now’s your chance to get started!

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

Writer in Residence Consultations

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Study Room 2 (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Brooke Bessesen as our Writer in Residence from April 15th to July 15th.Brooke Bessesen is the ...

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 2 (RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Brooke Bessesen as our Writer in Residence from April 15th to July 15th.

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

Peer Tutoring

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
School Age, Tween, Teen
Event Details:

Free weekly tutoring from Dobson Ranch teen volunteers for students in grades K-12. Drop in and get help with reading, math, science, and writing.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: School Age, Tween, Teen
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Free weekly tutoring from Dobson Ranch teen volunteers for students in grades K-12. Drop in and get help with reading, math, science, and writing.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group.

Eco Crochet DIY

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Craft, Sustainability
Age Group:
Teen
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:

Team up with Westwood High’s Environmental Club to craft a crocheted treasure. No experience required. Limited supplies. Ages 12-18.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Craft, Sustainability
Event Details:

Team up with Westwood High’s Environmental Club to craft a crocheted treasure. No experience required. Limited supplies. Ages 12-18.

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.

Writer in Residence Consultations

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Study Room 2 (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Brooke Bessesen as our Writer in Residence from April 15th to July 15th.Brooke Bessesen is the ...

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 2 (RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Brooke Bessesen as our Writer in Residence from April 15th to July 15th.