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Book Page Hedgehogs

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Tween
Event Details:

Come make a hedgehog out of a recycled book. Ages 8-12.

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

Come make a hedgehog out of a recycled book. Ages 8-12.

Starting an Art Journal

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Adult
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 ...

Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

skirt

Native American Ribbon Skirt Craft

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
School Age
Event Details:

Inspired by Native American heritage month, we will be making paper ribbon skirts for celebrations, ceremonies and achievements.

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

Inspired by Native American heritage month, we will be making paper ribbon skirts for celebrations, ceremonies and achievements.

One Stitch at a Time

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Crocheting on your own is fun, but it's always better to crochet together.  Come hangout with us at this relaxed and social crochet circle.  All levels are welcome and in...

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

Crocheting on your own is fun, but it's always better to crochet together.  Come hangout with us at this relaxed and social crochet circle.  All levels are welcome and instructor-led lessons will be available to absolute beginners. 

Group of preschool aged children clapping.

Preschool Storytime Presents Balloons Over Broadway

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft, Storytime
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Event Details:

Get into the Thanksgiving spirit the New York way. Join us for a special Preschool Storytime by listening to the book Balloons Over Broadway by Melissa Sweet. Afterward, unleash yo...

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

Get into the Thanksgiving spirit the New York way. Join us for a special Preschool Storytime by listening to the book Balloons Over Broadway by Melissa Sweet.

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.

yarn

Crochet Scrunchie DIY

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Learn to crochet a scrunchie. Supplies provided. All skill levels welcome.

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Learn to crochet a scrunchie. Supplies provided. All skill levels welcome.

Gnome for the Holidays

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Children, Early Childhood
Event Details:

Make a festive gnome friend for the holidays. Supplies are limited. Ages 3-5.

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

Make a festive gnome friend for the holidays. Supplies are limited. Ages 3-5.

One Stitch at a Time

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Crocheting on your own is fun, but it's always better to crochet together.  Come hangout with us at this relaxed and social crochet circle.  All levels are welcome and in...

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

Crocheting on your own is fun, but it's always better to crochet together.  Come hangout with us at this relaxed and social crochet circle.  All levels are welcome and instructor-led lessons will be available to absolute beginners. 

Embroidery Machine Demonstration

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Brother SE1900 Embroidery Machine (TS@DR) at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Craft, Instructional
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Learn how to operate our new Brother SE1900 embroidery machine and find out what it can do. Registration is not required but space is limited.      

Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: Brother SE1900 Embroidery Machine (TS@DR)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Craft, Instructional
Event Details:

Learn how to operate our new Brother SE1900 embroidery machine and find out what it can do.

Registration is not required but space is limited.

 

 

 

Craft supplies

Outdoor Crafts

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Mesa Express Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
School Age
Event Details:

Create a unique craft inspired by the great outdoors. This month's craft is pinecone snowman. 

Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Create a unique craft inspired by the great outdoors. This month's craft is pinecone snowman. 

paper snowflake

Paper Snowflakes

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
School Age
Event Details:

Celebrate the season with paper snowflake making. 

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

Celebrate the season with paper snowflake making. 

Drive In Movie: The Polar Express

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Craft, Movie
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

All aboard! Watch The Polar Express (rated G) in a train car! Decorate a box at home to look like a car, train car, or sleigh. Please use only one box per child. Please d...

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Craft, Movie
Event Details:

All aboard! Watch The Polar Express (rated G) in a train car! Decorate a box at home to look like a car, train car, or sleigh. Please use only one box per child.

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.

Hand-Made Pet Toys: Tweens and Teens

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
School Age, Tween, Teen
Event Details:

Craft unique toys from everyday items found around the house, turning simple materials into festive toys for your furry friends. Ages 10-16.

Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: School Age, Tween, Teen
Program Type: Craft
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Craft unique toys from everyday items found around the house, turning simple materials into festive toys for your furry friends. Ages 10-16.

scrapbooking paper

Scrapbooking Night

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Scrapbooking materials will be available to create new pages. If you've never done scrapbooking before come in and be inspired.     

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

Scrapbooking materials will be available to create new pages. If you've never done scrapbooking before come in and be inspired. 

 

 

clear round christmas ornament filled with tiny copies of popular books

Book Ornaments

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
THINKspot @ DR at THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Create your own custom book ornament so you can remember all your favorite reads.

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

Create your own custom book ornament so you can remember all your favorite reads.

One Stitch at a Time

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Crocheting on your own is fun, but it's always better to crochet together.  Come hangout with us at this relaxed and social crochet circle.  All levels are welcome and in...

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

Crocheting on your own is fun, but it's always better to crochet together.  Come hangout with us at this relaxed and social crochet circle.  All levels are welcome and instructor-led lessons will be available to absolute beginners. 

sock snowman

Craft-ish: Sock Snowman

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Zone (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Tween
Event Details:

 Socks are not just for your feet, they also make a cute decoration.  Supplies are limited.  Ages 10-12

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Zone (MN)
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

 Socks are not just for your feet, they also make a cute decoration. 

Supplies are limited.  Ages 10-12

Hand-Made Pet Toys: Adults

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
School Age, Tween, Teen
Event Details:

Discover how to transform everyday household items into fun, festive toys that your pets will love.  Ages 18+.

Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: School Age, Tween, Teen
Program Type: Craft
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Discover how to transform everyday household items into fun, festive toys that your pets will love.  Ages 18+.

A man with an old-fashioned camera taking a picture through a window. Many snowflakes are around the border of the image

Snowflake Bentley Story and Crafts

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft, Storytime
Age Group:
School Age
Event Details:

Learn about Wilson Bentley's journey to become the first person to photograph a snowflake and make some snowflake-themed crafts of your own. Ages 5+

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

Learn about Wilson Bentley's journey to become the first person to photograph a snowflake and make some snowflake-themed crafts of your own. Ages 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.

yarn tied to stick in shape of a tree with a wire star on top

Craft Night: Macramé Trees

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Dobson Meeting Room (DR) at Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Craft, Sustainability
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Try your hand at a low-stakes craft night. This month we'll be making macramé trees. Ages 14+

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting 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 macramé trees.

Ages 14+

cards

Holiday Card Making

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
THINKspot @MN at THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Get an idea on how to make festive holiday cards using cut pieces from the Cameo. 

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Get an idea on how to make festive holiday cards using cut pieces from the Cameo. 

One Stitch at a Time

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
THINKspot @ RM at THINKspot at Red Mountain
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Adult, All Ages
Event Details:

Crocheting on your own is fun, but it's always better to crochet together.  Come hangout with us at this relaxed and social crochet circle.  All levels are welcome and in...

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

Crocheting on your own is fun, but it's always better to crochet together.  Come hangout with us at this relaxed and social crochet circle.  All levels are welcome and instructor-led lessons will be available to absolute beginners. 

Long eared brown rabbit with a red plaid shirt and a grey tortoise with a blue Hat and red scarf walking on a dirt road.

Tortoise and the Hare STEM Activity

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft, STEAM, Storytime
Age Group:
School Age
Event Details:

We will read the Tortoise and the Hare by Jerry Pinkney and then do an activity and a craft related to the story. Ages 5-9.

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

We will read the Tortoise and the Hare by Jerry Pinkney and then do an activity and a craft related to the story. Ages 5-9.

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.

collage

Vision Board Zine-Making

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Zone (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Craft
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Envision your goals for the upcoming year in zine-form. Supplies provided.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Zone (MN)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Envision your goals for the upcoming year in zine-form. Supplies provided.