This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 23 2026 Sat Space Adventures at Gateway 10:00am–11:00am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 23 2026 Sat Space Adventures at Gateway 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: School Age, Tween, Family Program Type: Educational, STEAM Event Details: Blast off at the library and explore what’s happening beyond Earth! Kids and adults will learn about space missions, NASA launches, and new discoveries, from rockets and astronauts to planets, satellites, and what’s coming next.
This event is in the "Main Library" group May 23 2026 Sat Writer in Residence Consultations 12:00pm–2:00pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group May 23 2026 Sat Writer in Residence Consultations 12:00pm–2:00pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Saguaro Room (MN) Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Writing Event Details: Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Oscar Mancinas as our Writer in Residence from May 18 to July 18.
This event is in the "Main Library" group May 23 2026 Sat ESL Conversation Class 1:00pm–2:30pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group May 23 2026 Sat ESL Conversation Class 1:00pm–2:30pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Board Room (MN) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational Learn English and meet new friends! Practice basic English listening and speaking skills while learning about American culture. Please bring a notebook and pencil. Ages 18+.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group May 23 2026 Sat Saturday at the Ranch - Recycled Creations 1:00pm–3:00pm Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group May 23 2026 Sat Saturday at the Ranch - Recycled Creations 1:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Age Group: School Age, Family Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Families who craft together stay together. We’ll provide supplies, tools, and ideas to get you started, but the final creation is up to you.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 23 2026 Sat Family Disney Trivia 1:30pm–2:30pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 23 2026 Sat Family Disney Trivia 1:30pm–2:30pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Children, School Age, Family Program Type: Entertainment, Games Event Details: Enter our Disney trivia contest! Each round will cover a different aspect of Disney fandom including animated films, theme parks, and more. The winning team will win fun library swag and be crowned Disney trivia champions!
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 23 2026 Sat How to Hobby: Sourdough 2:00pm–3:30pm Gateway Library Registration Required This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 23 2026 Sat How to Hobby: Sourdough 2:00pm–3:30pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250, 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 "Main Library" group May 23 2026 Sat America on Screen - Adults 2:30pm–4:30pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group May 23 2026 Sat America on Screen - Adults 2:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Saguaro Room (MN) Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250, Movie Event Details: Watch a movie as Mesa Celebrates America 250.This month's feature film is Everything Is Illuminated (PG-13). Runtime - 1 hour 46 minutes.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 23 2026 Sat Building Blocks Club 3:00pm–4:00pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 23 2026 Sat Building Blocks Club 3:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Children, Tween Program Type: Games, STEAM Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO and DUPLO blocks will be provided.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group May 23 2026 Sat RPG at the Library - Adult 3:30pm–4:45pm THINKspot at Main This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group May 23 2026 Sat RPG at the Library - Adult 3:30pm–4:45pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Main Room: THINKspot @ MN Age Group: Adult Program Type: Instructional 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 "Main Library" group This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group This event is in the "Gateway Library" group This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group This event is in the "Bookmobile" group This event is in the "Outreach Services" group This event is in the "Online / Virtual" group May 25 2026 Mon Memorial Day All Day Closing This event is in the "Main Library" group This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group This event is in the "Gateway Library" group This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group This event is in the "Bookmobile" group This event is in the "Outreach Services" group This event is in the "Online / Virtual" group May 25 2026 Mon Closing Memorial Day All Day Branches: Main Library, THINKspot at Main, Red Mountain Library, THINKspot at Red Mountain, Dobson Ranch Library, THINKspot at Dobson Ranch, Gateway Library, THINKspot at Gateway, Mesa Express Library, Bookmobile, Outreach Services, Online / Virtual Description: All Mesa Public Libraries closed in observance of Memorial Day.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 26 2026 Tue Toddlertime 9:30am–10:00am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 26 2026 Tue Toddlertime 9:30am–10:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) 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) Ticketed Event Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start. 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 May 26 2026 Tue Preschool Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group May 26 2026 Tue Preschool Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this storytime designed to get children ready for kindergarten. Ages 3-5. 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.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 26 2026 Tue Toddlertime 10:00am–10:30am Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 26 2026 Tue Toddlertime 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) 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) Ticketed Event Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start. 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 May 26 2026 Tue Crochet Circle 10:00am–12:00pm THINKspot at Red Mountain This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group May 26 2026 Tue Crochet Circle 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain Room: THINKspot @ RM Age Group: Teen, 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 "Main Library" group May 26 2026 Tue Writer in Residence Consultations 10:00am–1:00pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group May 26 2026 Tue Writer in Residence Consultations 10:00am–1:00pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Board Room (MN) Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Writing Event Details: Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Oscar Mancinas as our Writer in Residence from May 18 to July 18.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 26 2026 Tue Toddlertime 10:30am–11:00am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group May 26 2026 Tue Toddlertime 10:30am–11:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) 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) Ticketed Event Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start. 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 May 26 2026 Tue Preschool Storytime 11:00am–11:30am Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 26 2026 Tue Preschool Storytime 11:00am–11:30am Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this storytime designed to get children ready for kindergarten. Ages 3-5. Disclaimer(s) Ticketed Event Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start. 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 May 26 2026 Tue Math Tutoring for Teens 3:00pm–5:00pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 26 2026 Tue Math Tutoring for Teens 3:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Study Room 1 (RM) Age Group: Teen Program Type: Instructional Event Details: If your math homework gives you a headache, former math teacher Mr. Rogowski can help by showing you how to solve problems and proofs during the library's math lab for teens.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 26 2026 Tue Big Green Monster Storytime 3:30pm–4:30pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 26 2026 Tue Big Green Monster Storytime 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: School Age, Family Program Type: Craft, Storytime Event Details: Help us tell the monster to go away as we read Go Away, Big Green Monster! by Ed Emberley. Join in the fun as the silly monster appears piece by piece, and together we’ll use our voices to send it away.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group May 26 2026 Tue Teen Book Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group May 26 2026 Tue Teen Book Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Teen Program Type: Book Groups, Mesa Reads Event Details: Join other book lovers to discuss your recent favorite reads in our new teen book club. No essays, no grades, just books worth talking about with other readers who get it.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group May 26 2026 Tue Gather for Magic Cards - for Tweens 4:30pm–5:30pm THINKspot at Main This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group May 26 2026 Tue Gather for Magic Cards - for Tweens 4:30pm–5:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Main Room: THINKspot @ MN Age Group: Tween, Teen Program Type: Games Event Details: If you are looking for a new card game to dive into, or wanting to make new friends, stop on by THINKspot to play Magic the Gathering™. We will meet every other Tuesday - no registration needed.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 26 2026 Tue We the Readers Book Group: American Sphinx by Joseph J. Ellis 6:00pm–7:00pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group May 26 2026 Tue We the Readers Book Group: American Sphinx by Joseph J. Ellis 6:00pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250, Book Groups Event Details: For a man who insisted that life on the public stage was not what he had in mind, Thomas Jefferson certainly spent a great deal of time in the spotlight--and not only during his active political career.
This event is in the "Outreach Services" group May 26 2026 Tue Cheer Readers Book Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Outreach Services Offsite Event This event is in the "Outreach Services" group May 26 2026 Tue Cheer Readers Book Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Outreach Services Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Groups Event Details: Join this community group in discussing mostly general fiction titles. This group meets offsite on the last Tuesday of each month. 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 "Dobson Ranch Library" group May 27 2026 Wed Baby Lapsit 9:30am–10:00am Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group May 27 2026 Wed Baby Lapsit 9:30am–10:00am Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) 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.