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This event is in the "Main Library" group

Computer Basics

Wednesday, January 14, 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 Sheets.

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 Sheets.

This event is in the "Bookmobile" group

Bookmobile Stop: Greenfield Park

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile Stop
Age Group:
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Bookmobile Stop
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Trading Card Game Club

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Games
Age Group:
School Age

Are you a fan of the Pokémon© Trading Card Game? Then the Red Mountain Trading Card Game Club is the place for you! Bring your most powerful Pokémon© deck to the library and play against other kids in your community.

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Entertainment, Games
Event Details:

Are you a fan of the Pokémon© Trading Card Game? Then the Red Mountain Trading Card Game Club is the place for you! Bring your most powerful Pokémon© deck to the library and play against other kids in your community.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Sewing - for Teens

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 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 "Main Library" group

Small Business Series - Sales & Marketing in Today's World

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Saguaro Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

No business can thrive without a strong Sales and Marketing program - each depends on the other to succeed.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

No business can thrive without a strong Sales and Marketing program - each depends on the other to succeed.

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

Sewing Class and Social

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 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 "THINKspot at Gateway" group

Water Bottle Stickers - Adult

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot @ GW at THINKspot at Gateway
Program Type:
Educational, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

In this program, we will teach you how to make your own water bottle stickers using THINKspot's vinyl cutter. Let's get stuck on making stickers together at THINKspot.

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

In this program, we will teach you how to make your own water bottle stickers using THINKspot's vinyl cutter. Let's get stuck on making stickers together at THINKspot.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Toddlertime

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:30am
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

Toddler Time

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Early Childhood

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: Children, Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Toddlertime

Thursday, January 15, 2026 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 "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group

Laser Cutter: Pencil Engraving

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Glowforge (TS@RM) at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Engrave words onto a pencil using THINKspot's laser cutter! Learn the basics of using the laser cutter and design.

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

Engrave words onto a pencil using THINKspot's laser cutter! Learn the basics of using the laser cutter and design.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Toddler Time

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Early Childhood

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: Children, Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Computer Skills: Email

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Computer Class
Age Group:
Adult

The Computer Skills program is designed for beginners looking to build confidence using a computer. Learn essential skills in a friendly, step-by-step environment.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class
Event Details:

The Computer Skills program is designed for beginners looking to build confidence using a computer. Learn essential skills in a friendly, step-by-step environment.

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

Hotspot Digital Help Desk

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Computer Class, Instructional
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: Computer Class, Instructional

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 "THINKspot at Main" group

The Cozy Corner

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Adult

Get a little cozy in our corner of THINKspot and enjoy a craft or hobby.

This month we will begin the New Year with relaxing diamond painting.

Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get a little cozy in our corner of THINKspot and enjoy a craft or hobby.

This month we will begin the New Year with relaxing diamond painting.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

Water Bottle Stickers - Teens

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
THINKspot @ GW at THINKspot at Gateway
Program Type:
Educational, Instructional
Age Group:
Teen

In this program, we will teach you how to make your own water bottle stickers using THINKspot's vinyl cutter. Let's get stuck on making stickers together at THINKspot.

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

In this program, we will teach you how to make your own water bottle stickers using THINKspot's vinyl cutter. Let's get stuck on making stickers together at THINKspot.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Pajama Storytime

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood, Family

Join us for a special nighttime storytime, complete with songs, rhymes, games, and a bedtime story. Ages 3-6. 

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

Join us for a special nighttime storytime, complete with songs, rhymes, games, and a bedtime story. Ages 3-6. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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

Exploring the Great Outdoors

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
America 250, Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood

Grab your backpack, little explorers—it’s time for an adventure! We’ll share stories, songs, and a craft about camping, hiking, and all the fun you can find in the great outdoors. Mesa Celebrate America 250! Ages 3-5.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: America 250, Storytime
Event Details:

Grab your backpack, little explorers—it’s time for an adventure! We’ll share stories, songs, and a craft about camping, hiking, and all the fun you can find in the great outdoors. Mesa Celebrate America 250! Ages 3-5.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Tinkering For Toddlers

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Dobson Program Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Storytime, Sustainability
Age Group:
Early Childhood

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 "Gateway Library" group

Stay and Play

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Kinetic Program Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Children, Early Childhood, Family

Play with your child and explore, create, and investigate with a variety of themed imagination stations. This program enables children to expand socialization and imagination skills! Best for birth- 5 years.

Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW)
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Play with your child and explore, create, and investigate with a variety of themed imagination stations. This program enables children to expand socialization and imagination skills! Best for birth- 5 years.

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 "Mesa Express Library" group

Toddlertime

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
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 "Main Library" group

Board Game Time

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Family

Grab your favorite board game buddies and stop by the library for a round of classic board games!

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Grab your favorite board game buddies and stop by the library for a round of classic board games!

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Create-Your-Own-Song Workshop

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Tween

Calling all aspiring songwriters! In this program, you will be able to write your very own song and get a recording of your song emailed to you after the program.

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

Calling all aspiring songwriters! In this program, you will be able to write your very own song and get a recording of your song emailed to you after the program.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Rockin' & Rollin' Storytime

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood

It’s a dance party for the whole family at the library! Rockin’ & Rollin’ Storytime is a music-focused storytime filled with dancing, songs, live music and musical books. Ages 2-5.

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

It’s a dance party for the whole family at the library! Rockin’ & Rollin’ Storytime is a music-focused storytime filled with dancing, songs, live music and musical books. Ages 2-5.

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.