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

Learn to Crochet

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
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: 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 "Main Library" group

Writer in Residence Consultations

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Board Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Oscar Mancinas as our Writer in Residence from May 18 to July 18.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Board Room (MN)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Oscar Mancinas as our Writer in Residence from May 18 to July 18.

This event is in the "Outreach Services" group

Who Picked This Book

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Outreach Services
Program Type:
Book Groups
Age Group:
Adult

Join this community group in discussing mostly general fiction titles. 

Date           Title/Author     

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach Services
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Groups
Event Details:

Join this community group in discussing mostly general fiction titles. 

Date           Title/Author     

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

Intermediate/ Advanced Excel

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Computer Class, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Learn how to sort, filter, freeze panes, conduct basic math, and create charts. Then learn advanced Excel topics like how to create pivot tables, how to use multiple spreadsheets, and how to use absolute references, vlookup, and other techniq

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

Learn how to sort, filter, freeze panes, conduct basic math, and create charts. Then learn advanced Excel topics like how to create pivot tables, how to use multiple spreadsheets, and how to use absolute references, vlookup, and other techniq

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class Prerequisite

Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Writer in Residence Consultations

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Board Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Oscar Mancinas as our Writer in Residence from May 18 to July 18.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Board Room (MN)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Oscar Mancinas as our Writer in Residence from May 18 to July 18.

This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group

HOTspot: Digital Help Desk

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mesa Express Library
Program Type:
Reference
Age Group:
Adult
HOTspot Digital Help Desk:

Curious about downloading ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more from the library with your laptop, mobile device, or ereader? Drop in during these sessions for one-on-one assi...

Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Reference

Curious about downloading ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more from the library with your laptop, mobile device, or ereader? Drop in during these sessions for one-on-one assistance on a first-come, first-served basis.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Computer Basics

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Computer Class, Educational
Age Group:
Adult

Pre-requisite: A working knowledge of how to use a computer mouse and keyboard.

If you are new to the computer then Computer Basics is the place to start.  This week we will continue to learn the basics of Google Slides.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class, Educational
Event Details:

Pre-requisite: A working knowledge of how to use a computer mouse and keyboard.

If you are new to the computer then Computer Basics is the place to start.  This week we will continue to learn the basics of Google Slides.

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

Eagle Watercolor Paint Night

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Let's break out the watercolors and create eagles to celebrate America's 250th birthday. 

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

Let's break out the watercolors and create eagles to celebrate America's 250th birthday. 

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Puzzle Mixer

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adult

Put the pieces together - literally and socially! Enjoy a fun puzzle night designed for adults to relax and connect with others.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Put the pieces together - literally and socially! Enjoy a fun puzzle night designed for adults to relax and connect with others.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

THINKspot Equipment Q&A

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot @ GW at THINKspot at Gateway
Program Type:
Educational, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

If you have questions about the equipment in THINKspot, our THINKspot Librarian is available to help you turn your project idea into a concrete action plan.

This is a drop-in program; no appointment is necessary.

 

Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Room: THINKspot @ GW
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Event Details:

If you have questions about the equipment in THINKspot, our THINKspot Librarian is available to help you turn your project idea into a concrete action plan.

This is a drop-in program; no appointment is necessary.

 

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Nutrition for the Family

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Roadrunner Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adult

A Nationally Certified Nutrition course offered through the University of Arizona that comes with weekly recipes and kitchenware giveaways!

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

A Nationally Certified Nutrition course offered through the University of Arizona that comes with weekly recipes and kitchenware giveaways!

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

Learn to Quilt

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
America 250, Instructional
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Learn how to make a basic quilt square step-by-step.

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: America 250, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to make a basic quilt square step-by-step.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Learn to Crochet

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Join us as we learn a beginner crochet project with an experienced instructor. If you already know how to crochet, feel free to bring your own project to work on and enjoy the company of other makers.  

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

Join us as we learn a beginner crochet project with an experienced instructor. If you already know how to crochet, feel free to bring your own project to work on and enjoy the company of other makers.  

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

AARP Experience Corp Information Session

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Adult

Learn how becoming a volunteer reading tutor with Experience Corps Mesa can change your life for the better!

Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Special Program
Event Details:

Learn how becoming a volunteer reading tutor with Experience Corps Mesa can change your life for the better!

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

HOTspot Digital Help Desk

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Instructional, Reference
Age Group:
Adult
HOTspot Digital Help Desk:

Curious about downloading ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more from the library with your laptop, mobile device, or ereader? Drop in during these sessions for one-on-one assi...

Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional, Reference

Curious about downloading ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more from the library with your laptop, mobile device, or ereader? Drop in during these sessions for one-on-one assistance on a first-come, first-served basis.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Writer in Residence Consultations

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Board Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Oscar Mancinas as our Writer in Residence from May 18 to July 18.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Board Room (MN)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Oscar Mancinas as our Writer in Residence from May 18 to July 18.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Thoughts & Poems: The Legacy of Ofelia Zepeda and Sun Tracks on Arizona Literature

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
America 250, Writing
Age Group:
Adult

Though we tend to credit authors for their work, literature is a collective production - involving teams of people all working to review, edit, publish, promote, and critique expressions of literature.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: America 250, Writing
Event Details:

Though we tend to credit authors for their work, literature is a collective production - involving teams of people all working to review, edit, publish, promote, and critique expressions of literature.

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

Coloring Club

Thursday, June 4, 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 "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group

Learn to Crochet: Evening Session

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Join us for our evening session as we learn a beginner crochet project with an experienced instructor. If you already know how to crochet, feel free to bring your own project to work on and enjoy the company of other makers.  

Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft, Instructional
Event Details:

Join us for our evening session as we learn a beginner crochet project with an experienced instructor. If you already know how to crochet, feel free to bring your own project to work on and enjoy the company of other makers.  

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Writer in Residence Consultations

Friday, June 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Board Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Oscar Mancinas as our Writer in Residence from May 18 to July 18.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Board Room (MN)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Oscar Mancinas as our Writer in Residence from May 18 to July 18.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Writing Workshop: Time Travel

Friday, June 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
America 250, Educational, Writing
Age Group:
Adult

Although we can time travel vicariously in novels, short stories, poems, and movies, physicists have not found a way for us to physically time travel—at least not yet.

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

Although we can time travel vicariously in novels, short stories, poems, and movies, physicists have not found a way for us to physically time travel—at least not yet.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Kith and Kin Childcare Workshop

Friday, June 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adult

The Kith & Kin Program, a program of Candelen, is a 10-week series designed for family, friend and neighbor (FFN) caregivers; grandparents, family members, friends, neighbors and unrelated adults that support families with their childcare need

Registration Required
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Kith & Kin Program, a program of Candelen, is a 10-week series designed for family, friend and neighbor (FFN) caregivers; grandparents, family members, friends, neighbors and unrelated adults that support families with their childcare need

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Genealogy Consultations

Friday, June 5, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
America 250, Educational
Age Group:
Adult

Get personalized assistance with your family history research during our genealogy consultation. Dr. Duane Roen will help you navigate resources, answer questions, and provide strategies to uncover your ancestral story.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: America 250, Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get personalized assistance with your family history research during our genealogy consultation. Dr. Duane Roen will help you navigate resources, answer questions, and provide strategies to uncover your ancestral story.

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

Puzzle Swap

Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Games
Age Group:
Adult

Have extra puzzles at home or looking for something new to work on? Drop in for our Puzzle Swap and trade jigsaw puzzles with other community members.

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

Have extra puzzles at home or looking for something new to work on? Drop in for our Puzzle Swap and trade jigsaw puzzles with other community members.