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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.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Writer in Residence Consultations

Saturday, December 20, 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 "Red Mountain Library" group

Art Cart

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft, Sustainability
Age Group:
Tween, Teen

Join us each month for some crafts. Drop in to make your own art or participate in the theme of the month. This month's theme: No Sew Penguin Sock craft. Ages 8+

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Craft, Sustainability
Event Details:

Join us each month for some crafts. Drop in to make your own art or participate in the theme of the month. This month's theme: No Sew Penguin Sock craft. Ages 8+

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Holiday Reading Cheer

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Writers who have participated in the workshops and 1-on-1 sessions with Writer in Residence, Marc Mason, will have the opportunity to read and share their work with the public.

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

Writers who have participated in the workshops and 1-on-1 sessions with Writer in Residence, Marc Mason, will have the opportunity to read and share their work with the public.

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

Laser Cut Christmas Ornaments

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Glowforge (TS@RM) at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Instructional
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Learn the basics of using the library's laser cutter. Create a unique, personalized Christmas tree ornament to take home.

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

Learn the basics of using the library's laser cutter. Create a unique, personalized Christmas tree ornament to take home.

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

Crochet Circle

Tuesday, December 23, 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 23, 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 "Red Mountain Library" group

Writer in Residence Consultations

Saturday, December 27, 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 27, 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

Embroidery Machine Demo

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Brother SE1900 Embroidery Machine (TS@RM) at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Instructional
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Learn how to create a basic custom design and use the THINKspot embroidery machine. We will work on designs on library laptops, then a librarian will demonstrate how to use the embroidery machine. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: Brother SE1900 Embroidery Machine (TS@RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to create a basic custom design and use the THINKspot embroidery machine. We will work on designs on library laptops, then a librarian will demonstrate how to use the embroidery machine. 

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

Crochet Circle

Tuesday, December 30, 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 30, 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 Red Mountain" group

Vision Boards

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Stop by THINKspot at Red Mountain Library during the month of January to create a vision board for this new year. Poster board, vision board books, magazines, and art supplies will be provided. 

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

Stop by THINKspot at Red Mountain Library during the month of January to create a vision board for this new year. Poster board, vision board books, magazines, and art supplies will be provided.