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This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

America 250: I Survived the Past: 1600s-1700s

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
THINKspot at Gateway
Program Type:
America 250, Craft, Educational
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Learning history can be interesting, but it could be more fun with hands on activities!

Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: America 250, Craft, Educational
Event Details:

Learning history can be interesting, but it could be more fun with hands on activities!

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

Laser Cutter: Pencil Engraving

Thursday, January 29, 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.

This program was rescheduled to Thursday, January 29th from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. 

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 program was rescheduled to Thursday, January 29th from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. 

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

Intro to Junk Journaling

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft, Sustainability
Age Group:
Teen

Get started with creating your own junk journal. Junk journals are like scrap books but created using found materials and ephemera, such as stickers, ticket stubs, receipts, flyers, and more.

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

Get started with creating your own junk journal. Junk journals are like scrap books but created using found materials and ephemera, such as stickers, ticket stubs, receipts, flyers, and more.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Sidewalk Chalk on the Basketball Court

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
School Age

Come decorate the basketball court with sidewalk chalk. Ages 6-12.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Come decorate the basketball court with sidewalk chalk. Ages 6-12.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Marvelous Marble Art

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Children, School Age

Shake it up, bop to the beat, and paint using marbles instead of a paintbrush to create unique abstract art. Ages 6-11. Registration required. 

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

Shake it up, bop to the beat, and paint using marbles instead of a paintbrush to create unique abstract art. Ages 6-11. Registration required. 

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Tween Crafters: Paper Lanterns

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Craft, Educational, Entertainment
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Come stop by and get creative with us! Each month, we’ll feature a special craft inspired by a cultural holiday or event from around the world. This month we will be making paper lanterns to celebrate Lunar New Year!

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: Craft, Educational, Entertainment
Event Details:

Come stop by and get creative with us! Each month, we’ll feature a special craft inspired by a cultural holiday or event from around the world. This month we will be making paper lanterns to celebrate Lunar New Year!

This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

Valentine Cards for Mesa Seniors

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
THINKspot at Gateway
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Adult, All Ages

Join us to make cards for Mesa residents that live in assisted living and long-term care.

All supplies will be provided, this program is for all ages.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Join us to make cards for Mesa residents that live in assisted living and long-term care.

All supplies will be provided, this program is for all ages.

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

Crochet Circle

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
School Age, 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: School Age, 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

Red, White, and Blue Wand Craft

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
America 250, Craft
Age Group:
Early Childhood

Drop in and craft a red, white, and blue wand. 

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: America 250, Craft
Event Details:

Drop in and craft a red, white, and blue wand. 

This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

Dreadful Art Club

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
THINKspot at Gateway
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Tween, Teen

Join us as we discover how fun it is to make absolutely dreadful art! Bring your worst art skills and see what kind of fun we can have! 

Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Join us as we discover how fun it is to make absolutely dreadful art! Bring your worst art skills and see what kind of fun we can have! 

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

Valentine Cards for Mesa Seniors

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Adult, All Ages

Join us to make cards for Mesa residents that live in assisted living and long-term care.

All supplies will be provided, this program is for all ages.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Join us to make cards for Mesa residents that live in assisted living and long-term care.

All supplies will be provided, this program is for all ages.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Walk-In Wednesdays

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment - something fun will be happening every Wednesday in the Youth Activity Room! Supplies are limited.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM
Event Details:

Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment - something fun will be happening every Wednesday in the Youth Activity Room! Supplies are limited.

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

Beginner Sewing

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Have you been dreaming of learning to sew, but don't know where to start? Learn the basics with librarian Rin! We will go over buttons and settings and do a simple beginner project.

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

Have you been dreaming of learning to sew, but don't know where to start? Learn the basics with librarian Rin! We will go over buttons and settings and do a simple beginner project.

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

Learn to Crochet

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
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: 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 "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group

Coloring Club

Thursday, February 5, 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, February 5, 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 "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group

Art Journaling

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Adult

Starting an art journal can be a low stress practice to integrate into your daily life to increase your creativity. We'll introduce some tips, crafts and projects that can get you started.

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

Starting an art journal can be a low stress practice to integrate into your daily life to increase your creativity. We'll introduce some tips, crafts and projects that can get you started.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Valentine Cards for Mesa Seniors

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Adult, All Ages

Join us to make cards for Mesa residents that live in assisted living and long-term care.

All supplies will be provided, this program is for all ages.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Join us to make cards for Mesa residents that live in assisted living and long-term care.

All supplies will be provided, this program is for all ages.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Paper Folding Fortune Finders and Heart Shaped Notes

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
School Age

Learn the art of origami as we create fortune finders and heart shaped notes in time for Valentine's Day.

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

Learn the art of origami as we create fortune finders and heart shaped notes in time for Valentine's Day.

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

Valentine Cards for Mesa Seniors

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Adult, All Ages

Join us to make cards for Mesa residents that live in assisted living and long-term care.

All supplies will be provided, this program is for all ages.

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

Join us to make cards for Mesa residents that live in assisted living and long-term care.

All supplies will be provided, this program is for all ages.

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

Crochet Circle

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

America 250: Red, White, and Blue Lantern Jars

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
America 250, Craft
Age Group:
Children, School Age

Shine a light with a colorful tissue paper covered lantern. Glue red, white, and blue tissue paper to a mason jar, add the provided tea light, and you'll have a bright lantern with a patriotic glow. Ages 6-11. Registration required. 

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

Shine a light with a colorful tissue paper covered lantern. Glue red, white, and blue tissue paper to a mason jar, add the provided tea light, and you'll have a bright lantern with a patriotic glow. Ages 6-11. Registration required. 

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

Craft Night: Paper Lanterns

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Craft, Entertainment
Age Group:
Adult

Unleash your creativity at Craft Night, a fun and relaxing evening of hands-on making at the library. All supplies are provided—just bring your imagination and enjoy crafting with fellow enthusiasts of all skill levels.

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

Unleash your creativity at Craft Night, a fun and relaxing evening of hands-on making at the library. All supplies are provided—just bring your imagination and enjoy crafting with fellow enthusiasts of all skill levels.

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

Walk-In Wednesdays

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM
Age Group:
School Age, Tween

Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment - something fun will be happening every Wednesday in the Youth Activity Room! Supplies are limited.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM
Event Details:

Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment - something fun will be happening every Wednesday in the Youth Activity Room! Supplies are limited.