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Writer in Residence Consultations

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Study Room 2 (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Marc Mason as our Writer in Residence from October 1 to December 31.

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 Marc Mason as our Writer in Residence from October 1 to December 31.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Writer in Residence Consultations

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Study Room 2 (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Marc Mason as our Writer in Residence from October 1 to December 31.

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 Marc Mason as our Writer in Residence from October 1 to December 31.

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

Crochet Circle

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Children, Tween, Teen, Adult

Whether you're a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, join us for a fun and relaxed crochet class! Learn the basics, work on creative projects, and enjoy a welcoming space to stitch and socialize.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Children, Tween, Teen, Adult
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Whether you're a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, join us for a fun and relaxed crochet class! Learn the basics, work on creative projects, and enjoy a welcoming space to stitch and socialize.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Math Tutoring for Teens

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Study Room 1 (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Instructional
Age Group:
Teen

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.

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

Sewing - for Teens

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Educational, Instructional
Age Group:
Teen

Learn how to use the Brother sewing machines by creating your own sewing project. Instruction and materials are provided. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Brother sewing machines by creating your own sewing project. Instruction and materials are provided. 

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

Rescheduled to 12/11 -- Glowforge Laser Cutter: Coasters

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Instructional
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

This program has been rescheduled for December 11th from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM due to Glowforge technical issues.

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program has been rescheduled for December 11th from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM due to Glowforge technical issues.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Crafternoon: Cross Stitch Ornament

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Craft, Entertainment
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Join us for a cozy crafting session where you’ll learn how to create charming cross-stitch ornaments, perfect for gifting or decorating your own home.

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

Join us for a cozy crafting session where you’ll learn how to create charming cross-stitch ornaments, perfect for gifting or decorating your own home.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Collage Club - Teen

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Zone (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft, Sustainability
Age Group:
Teen

Create art by cutting and pasting photos you love! Recycled magazines will be provided for inspiration, but feel free to bring images of your own too.

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

Create art by cutting and pasting photos you love! Recycled magazines will be provided for inspiration, but feel free to bring images of your own too.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Jane Austen's House Virtual Tour

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Roadrunner Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Celebrate Jane Austen's 250th birthday with a virtual tour of her house in Chawton Hampshire.

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

Celebrate Jane Austen's 250th birthday with a virtual tour of her house in Chawton Hampshire.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Teen Manga Book Club

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Zone (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Book Groups
Age Group:
Tween, Teen

Join us for Gateway Library’s Manga Mania Book Club! Each month, we will read the first volume of a manga series and discuss what we like (and don’t like) about it.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Teen Zone (GW)
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Book Groups
Event Details:

Join us for Gateway Library’s Manga Mania Book Club! Each month, we will read the first volume of a manga series and discuss what we like (and don’t like) about it.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Writer in Residence Consultations

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Study Room 2 (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Marc Mason as our Writer in Residence from October 1 to December 31.

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 Marc Mason as our Writer in Residence from October 1 to December 31.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Writer in Residence Consultations

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Study Room 2 (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Marc Mason as our Writer in Residence from October 1 to December 31.

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 Marc Mason as our Writer in Residence from October 1 to December 31.

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

Crochet Circle

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Children, Tween, Teen, Adult

Whether you're a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, join us for a fun and relaxed crochet class! Learn the basics, work on creative projects, and enjoy a welcoming space to stitch and socialize.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Children, Tween, Teen, Adult
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Whether you're a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, join us for a fun and relaxed crochet class! Learn the basics, work on creative projects, and enjoy a welcoming space to stitch and socialize.

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

Crochet-along

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

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.

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
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, December 16, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Study Room 1 (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Instructional
Age Group:
Teen

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.

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

Gather for Magic Cards

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
THINKspot @ MN at THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Entertainment, Games
Age Group:
Tween, Teen

If you are looking for a new card game to dive into, or wanting to make new friends, stop on by THINKspot to play Magic the Gathering™. We will meet every second Tuesday - no registration needed.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @ MN
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Entertainment, Games
Event Details:

If you are looking for a new card game to dive into, or wanting to make new friends, stop on by THINKspot to play Magic the Gathering™. We will meet every second Tuesday - no registration needed.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Teen Book Club

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Book Groups, Mesa Reads
Age Group:
Teen

Join other book lovers to discuss your recent favorite reads in our new teen book club. No essays, no grades, just books worth talking about with other readers who get it.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Book Groups, Mesa Reads
Event Details:

Join other book lovers to discuss your recent favorite reads in our new teen book club. No essays, no grades, just books worth talking about with other readers who get it.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

Jane Austen's 250th Birthday: Paper Garden Scene

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
THINKspot @ GW at THINKspot at Gateway
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Step into the world of Pride and Prejudice as we honor Jane Austen’s 250th birthday with a hands-on paper crafting experience.

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Room: THINKspot @ GW
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Event Details:

Step into the world of Pride and Prejudice as we honor Jane Austen’s 250th birthday with a hands-on paper crafting experience.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Jane Austen Regency 250th Birthday Celebration

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft, Entertainment
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

We will be celebrating Jane Austen's birthday with a tea party, the showing of Pride and Prejudice (rated PG) and making pressed flower cards.

Don't forget to wear your Regency finest. 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Craft, Entertainment
Event Details:

We will be celebrating Jane Austen's birthday with a tea party, the showing of Pride and Prejudice (rated PG) and making pressed flower cards.

Don't forget to wear your Regency finest. 

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 "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group

Sewing Class and Social

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Learn to sew as a beginner or bring a project and socialize as a more advanced sewer. Come learn together and meet other sewers.

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Craft, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to sew as a beginner or bring a project and socialize as a more advanced sewer. Come learn together and meet other sewers.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Craft Night: Gift Bows and Tags

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Craft, Sustainability
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Try your hand at a low-stakes craft night. This month we'll be making gift bows and tags from recycled book pages.

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

Try your hand at a low-stakes craft night. This month we'll be making gift bows and tags from recycled book pages.

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

Intro to 3D Printing

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ultimaker 3 (TS@RM) at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Computer Class, Instructional
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Come learn the basics of 3D printing! Librarian Rin will go over the types of machines at Red Mountain Library, settings and options on Thingiverse.com and Cura, and walk participants step-by-step through their first 3D print job.

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: Ultimaker 3 (TS@RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Computer Class, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come learn the basics of 3D printing! Librarian Rin will go over the types of machines at Red Mountain Library, settings and options on Thingiverse.com and Cura, and walk participants step-by-step through their first 3D print job.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

From Page to Screen

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen Zone (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Movie
Age Group:
Teen

It’s teen movie night with a film based off a book. Limited popcorn and snacks will be provided.  We will be showing A Christmas Story PG. In recognition of Mesa Celebrates 250!

Ages 12-18 

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

It’s teen movie night with a film based off a book. Limited popcorn and snacks will be provided.  We will be showing A Christmas Story PG. In recognition of Mesa Celebrates 250!

Ages 12-18 

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Writer in Residence Consultations

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Study Room 2 (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Marc Mason as our Writer in Residence from October 1 to December 31.

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 Marc Mason as our Writer in Residence from October 1 to December 31.