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Computer Basics

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Computer Class, Educational
Age Group:
Adult
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 le...

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 learn the basics of Microsoft Excel.

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

STEAM Team

Wednesday, May 7, 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 "Main Library" group.

RPG at the Library - Tween

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
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 "Dobson Ranch Library" group.

Book Page Flowers

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Craft, Sustainability
Age Group:
School Age
Event Details:

Looking for a last minute Mother's Day gift? Come make a flower out of recycled books! Perfect for mom. Ages 8-12.

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

Looking for a last minute Mother's Day gift? Come make a flower out of recycled books! Perfect for mom. Ages 8-12.

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

Coyote Storytime

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Mesa Reads, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Family
Event Details:

Local Author Jeremy Koehn is back to read his newest book. Come listen to the story and play fun games afterwards.

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Mesa Reads, Storytime
Event Details:

Local Author Jeremy Koehn is back to read his newest book. Come listen to the story and play fun games afterwards.

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

Medicare 101

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Health, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Medicare is complex and evolving; it is a health insurance program for folks turning 65 years old and for people with certain disabilities. This seminar will give you a foundationa...

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

Medicare is complex and evolving; it is a health insurance program for folks turning 65 years old and for people with certain disabilities.

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

Maricopa County Department of Public Health: Adult Vaccine Event

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Health
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Walk-in Adult Vaccine event with Maricopa County Department of Public Health. For information on which vaccines will be at the event please call the Public Health CARES line at 602...

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

Walk-in Adult Vaccine event with Maricopa County Department of Public Health. For information on which vaccines will be at the event please call the Public Health CARES line at 602-506-6767.

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

Toddlertime

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Toddlertime:

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months.

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 "Main Library" group.

Toddlertime

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Event Details:

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months.  

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months.

 

 

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.

Digital Skills Builder Workshops

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Roadrunner Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Computer Class, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Compudopt will be on-hand to teach computer skills to adults.  Digital Skills Builder topics include:  computer basics, internet use and safety, email basics, Google work...

Required
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Roadrunner Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class, Instructional
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Compudopt will be on-hand to teach computer skills to adults.  Digital Skills Builder topics include:  computer basics, internet use and safet

This event is in the "Main Library" group.

Toddlertime

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Event Details:

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months.  

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months.

 

 

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 "Dobson Ranch Library" group.

Fiction Folks

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Book Groups
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

This month's book for discussion is Crow Mary by Kathleen GrissomComplete list of upcoming titles.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Groups
Event Details:

This month's book for discussion is Crow Mary by Kathleen Grissom

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

Sewing - for Teens

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Educational, Instructional
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

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

Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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 "Red Mountain Library" group.

Wordplay: Solving the Writing Puzzle

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Roadrunner Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Let’s have fun with words! This playful writing workshop will get your creative juices flowing and eliminate any hesitation you may have with editing your work.

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

Let’s have fun with words! This playful writing workshop will get your creative juices flowing and eliminate any hesitation you may have with editing your work.

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

Parenting Workshop: First Five Years™

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adult, Family
Event Details:

This 4-session series presented by AZCEND Resource Center will help you nurture your child with a just right combination of freedom and positive discipline. Participate in First Fi...

Required
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult, Family
Program Type: Educational
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

This 4-session series presented by AZCEND Resource Center will help you nurture your child with a just right combination of freedom and positive discipline.

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

Exploring Virtual Reality - Cooking Diverse Dishes

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Educational, Entertainment
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Explore the world of VR with us through different apps, games, and short films that will engage the user in a variety of ways. This month we will make recipes from different c...

Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Explore the world of VR with us through different apps, games, and short films that will engage the user in a variety of ways.

 

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

Learn to Crochet

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult
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 comp...

Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ 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 "Mesa Express Library" group.

Toddlertime

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 8:30am - 9:00am
Mesa Express Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Toddlertime:

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months.

Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months.

Disclaimer(s)

MEL Programs

All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors. 

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

Baby Lapsit

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Baby Lapsit:

Baby Lapsit introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies. Birth-16 months.

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime

Baby Lapsit introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies. Birth-16 months.

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 "Main Library" group.

Celebrating Teachers Storytime

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft, Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Event Details:

Celebrate teachers with a fun storytime and craft, featuring books about going to school and the amazing work teachers do! Ages 3-5. 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Craft, Storytime
Event Details:

Celebrate teachers with a fun storytime and craft, featuring books about going to school and the amazing work teachers do! Ages 3-5. 

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

Tinkering For Toddlers

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Storytime, Sustainability
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Event Details:

A STEAM-based Storytime that gives toddlers the opportunity to explore, be curious, and practice independent thinking. For ages 2-3 years old. Supplies are limited.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: STEAM, Storytime, Sustainability
Event Details:

A STEAM-based Storytime that gives toddlers the opportunity to explore, be curious, and practice independent thinking. For ages 2-3 years old. Supplies are limited.

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

Kith and Kin Caregiver Workshop

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adult, Family
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 a...

Required
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult, Family
Program Type: Educational
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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 "Dobson Ranch Library" group.

Survival Guide to Buying or Selling a Home

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

While buying or selling a house is exciting and something to be proud of, it can be a confusing and complicated process that can leave you feeling intimidated. This seminar will gu...

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

While buying or selling a house is exciting and something to be proud of, it can be a confusing and complicated process that can leave you feeling intimidated.

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

Ask A Master Gardener

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Educational, Sustainability
Age Group:
Adult
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:

University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners are certified volunteers who answer questions about gardening, landscaping, plant identification, and plant problems. ...

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

University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners are certified volunteers who answer questions about gardening, landscaping, plant identification, and plant problems.

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.

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