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Hula Dancing with Learn with Aloha LLC

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
America 250, Entertainment, Special Program
Age Group:
Adult, Family

Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Polynesian culture through this engaging program that teaches the art of hula dancing.

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

Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Polynesian culture through this engaging program that teaches the art of hula dancing.

Disclaimer(s)

Ticketed Event

Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Cultural Fashion Show

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
America 250, Entertainment, Special Program
Age Group:
Children, Early Childhood, School Age, Tween

Celebrate America’s rich cultural diversity at a fashion show featuring traditional and contemporary attire from the many cultures that shape our nation. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, School Age, Tween
Program Type: America 250, Entertainment, Special Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate America’s rich cultural diversity at a fashion show featuring traditional and contemporary attire from the many cultures that shape our nation. 

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 "Red Mountain Library" group

Trading Card Game Club

Wednesday, February 4, 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 "Red Mountain Library" group

Teen Anime and Manga Club

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Book Groups, Entertainment
Age Group:
Teen

Join us to get nerdy about all thing's anime and manga. Come discuss your favorites, watch episodes, eat some snacks, and meet new people. This month we'll discuss anime and manga we will watch / read at upcoming meetings. 

Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Book Groups, Entertainment
Event Details:

Join us to get nerdy about all thing's anime and manga. Come discuss your favorites, watch episodes, eat some snacks, and meet new people. This month we'll discuss anime and manga we will watch / read at upcoming meetings. 

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Saturday at the Ranch: Puzzles

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Children, School Age, Family

We’ll break out the puzzles and families can choose their favorites to put together. Puzzles are beneficial for cognitive function, problem solving, and spatial reasoning.

Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Age Group: Children, School Age, Family
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

We’ll break out the puzzles and families can choose their favorites to put together. Puzzles are beneficial for cognitive function, problem solving, and spatial reasoning.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Gather for Magic Cards - for Tweens

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
THINKspot @ MN at THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Entertainment, Games
Age Group:
Tween, Teen

Stop on by THINKspot to play Magic the Gathering™. New players welcome!

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @ MN
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Entertainment, Games
Event Details:

Stop on by THINKspot to play Magic the Gathering™. New players welcome!

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 "Red Mountain Library" group

Trading Card Game Club

Wednesday, February 11, 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 "Gateway Library" group

Book Speed Dating

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Adult

Fall in love with your next great read at our fast-paced and fun Book Speed Dating event!

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

Fall in love with your next great read at our fast-paced and fun Book Speed Dating event!

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Make Your Own Valentines Day Card

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft, Entertainment
Age Group:
School Age, Family

Get ready for the upcoming Valentine's Day Holiday by making a unique handmade card for your loved ones. All supplies will be provided. 

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

Get ready for the upcoming Valentine's Day Holiday by making a unique handmade card for your loved ones. All supplies will be provided. 

This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group

Music Under the Stars

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mesa Express Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Adult

Join us for a magical evening as we welcome a gifted violinist for a serene outdoor performance beneath the night sky.

Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Join us for a magical evening as we welcome a gifted violinist for a serene outdoor performance beneath the night sky.

Disclaimer(s)

MEL Programs

All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors. 

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Family Matinee: Cars

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Youth Activity Room (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Movie
Age Group:
Family

Each month, we will show a different family-friendly movie. 

Rated G or PG.

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

Each month, we will show a different family-friendly movie. 

Rated G or PG.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

How to Hobby: Diamond Art

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Instructional
Age Group:
Adult

Discover a new passion and learn the basics of a fun hobby in this hands-on, beginner-friendly program.

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

Discover a new passion and learn the basics of a fun hobby in this hands-on, beginner-friendly program.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Gather for Magic Cards - for Adults

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
THINKspot @ MN at THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Entertainment, Games
Age Group:
Tween, Teen

Stop on by THINKspot to play Magic the Gathering™. New players welcome!

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @ MN
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Entertainment, Games
Event Details:

Stop on by THINKspot to play Magic the Gathering™. New players welcome!

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Trading Card Game Club

Wednesday, February 18, 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 "Red Mountain Library" group

Tween Gaming

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Games
Age Group:
Tween, Teen

Join us at the library to have some fun playing the Nintendo Switch with other members of the community. The game available for play during this session will be Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (rated E10+)

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

Join us at the library to have some fun playing the Nintendo Switch with other members of the community. The game available for play during this session will be Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (rated E10+)

This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

Machine: Impossible

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
THINKspot @ GW at THINKspot at Gateway
Program Type:
Educational, Entertainment
Age Group:
School Age

Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to create a machine that solves a problem—maybe even saves the world! In 60 minutes, use Micro: bit and other mini-robotics platforms to explore coding, engineering, and creative problem-solving.

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

Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to create a machine that solves a problem—maybe even saves the world! In 60 minutes, use Micro: bit and other mini-robotics platforms to explore coding, engineering, and creative problem-solving.

Disclaimer(s)

Ticketed Event

Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

From Page to Screen

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen Zone (MN) at Main Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Movie
Age Group:
Teen

It’s teen movie night with a film based off a book. Limited popcorn and snacks will be provided.  We will be showing William Shakespeare's Romeo + Juliet, PG-13.

Ages 12-18 

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

It’s teen movie night with a film based off a book. Limited popcorn and snacks will be provided.  We will be showing William Shakespeare's Romeo + Juliet, PG-13.

Ages 12-18 

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Tiny Art Show

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room (RM) at Red Mountain Library
Program Type:
Craft, Entertainment
Age Group:
School Age, Family

Paint a mini masterpiece for the Red Mountain Library Tiny Art Show. All materials will be provided. 

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

Paint a mini masterpiece for the Red Mountain Library Tiny Art Show. All materials will be provided. 

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Gather for Magic Cards - for Tweens

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Program Type:
Entertainment, Games
Age Group:
Tween, Teen

Stop on by THINKspot to play Magic the Gathering™. New players welcome!

Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Entertainment, Games
Event Details:

Stop on by THINKspot to play Magic the Gathering™. New players welcome!

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Cookbook Club: Desserts

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Adult

Cookbook Club is a tasty gathering where participants bring in their own favorite dishes to share and discuss.

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

Cookbook Club is a tasty gathering where participants bring in their own favorite dishes to share and discuss.

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.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Trading Card Game Club

Wednesday, February 25, 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 "Gateway Library" group

Slow Stitching

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Inspirian Community Room (GW) at Gateway Library
Program Type:
Craft, Entertainment
Age Group:
Adult

Slow stitching invites participants into a calming, meditative approach to hand-sewing that emphasizes process over perfection.

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

Slow stitching invites participants into a calming, meditative approach to hand-sewing that emphasizes process over perfection.