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Bad Art

3:00pm–4:15pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Zone (MN)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

This program is for teens who want to have fun, get creative, and embrace the wonderfully weird! Each month features a new silly theme where the “worst” art wins. Perfection is not required, just bold ideas and imagination.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Teen Anime and Manga Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Red Mountain Library
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 and what we will read and watch at upcoming meetings. 

This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

Stamp Lab - Teens

4:00pm–5:30pm
THINKspot at Gateway
Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Room: THINKspot @ GW
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: America 250, Craft
Event Details:

Mesa Celebrates America 250: Join us for a hands-on creative workshop where you’ll learn how to carve your unique stamps using rubber erasers!

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Entertainment
Event Details:

Do you know your Oreo flavors? Put your Oreo knowledge to the test and celebrate Oreo Day with us by taste-testing different flavors of Oreos.

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.

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

Point of View: What's Important and When to Break Rules

10:00am–11:00am
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:

Point of View - What's the Point? Point of view is possibly the first thing an author must choose in starting a book. We'll explore the various choices of POV from First Person to Omniscient Narrator and how and why you might select one.

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

Computer Skills Training

2:00pm–3:00pm
THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Computer Class
Event Details:

Mesa librarians will help you navigate several online learning platforms for technology so that you can improve your computer skills at your own pace and on your own time.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: America 250, Book Groups
Event Details:

The United States is turning 250 years old in July, and we are celebrating with a special book club highlighting American classics, new and old, in literature.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Gather for Magic Cards - for Tweens

4:30pm–5:30pm
THINKspot at Main
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 "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group

Sewing Class and Social

5:30pm–7:30pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
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 "Red Mountain Library" group

Bicycle Maintenance Class

6:00pm–7:30pm
Red Mountain Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Instructional, Sustainability
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get your bike ready to roll with this beginner-friendly intro to bicycle mechanics! MesaMoves will cover simple maintenance you can easily do at home to keep your ride happy and running smoothly.

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

Laser Cut Puzzles

10:00am–12:00pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: Glowforge (TS@RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Craft, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create personalized and unique puzzles by learning to design and cut materials.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Collage Club - Teen

3:30pm–4:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Zone (MN)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Craft, Sustainability
Event Details:

Create art by cutting and pasting photos you love! Recycled magazines will be provided for inspiration, but feel free to bring images of your own too.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

Sewing an Avocado Cat Plushie - Teens

4:00pm–5:30pm
THINKspot at Gateway
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Room: THINKspot @ GW
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we learn to use a sewing machine like a pro. This month, we will be making an Avocado Cat Plushie. In this crafty program, we will supply the materials, so all you need to bring is the enthusiasm!

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

A Far-Off Galaxy Watch-A-Long

2:00pm–4:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Join us for a galactic movie experience. Each month, we will be working our way through the Stars Wars movies in order of the release date. This month, we will be watching Return of the Jedi (PG). Ages 8-18.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Art Cart

3:00pm–4:00pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Join us each month for some crafts. Drop in to make your own art or participate in the theme of the month. Ages 8+

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Gather for Magic Cards - for Adults

3:00pm–4:30pm
THINKspot at Main
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 "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group

Crochet-along

2:00pm–3:30pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Craft
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a guided crochet-along at Red Mountain! We’ll all work on the same pattern, each creating our own piece while learning together.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Make a Manga Button

4:00pm–5:00pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Teen Space (RM)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Craft, Sustainability
Event Details:

Make a one-of-a-kind button using recycled manga pages.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

Intro to Needle Felting

2:00pm–3:00pm
THINKspot at Gateway
Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Join us as we craft a Spring themed project using the Needle Felting technique! 

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Craft Night: Beaded Plant Stakes

6:00pm–7:30pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program 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 beaded plant stakes to spruce up your indoor plants.

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

Perler Beads: Meltable Fun Designs

10:00am–12:00pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Tween, Teen, Adult
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Drop-in during this two-hour time slot to make your own Perler bead creations. Your designs will be melted together to complete your project.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Paint a Library Bookend

4:00pm–5:00pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Teen Space (RM)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Use your artistic skills to paint a bookend that will be showcased in our brand-new teen area. Please note, bookends will remain at the library and cannot be taken home. 

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Read and Watch Anime: Jujutsu Kaisen

4:00pm–5:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Book Groups, Entertainment, Movie
Event Details:

Read the manga. Then watch the anime and we'll compare them. This month we will discussing Jujutsu Kaisen Volume 1.

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

Sew for Good

10:00am–12:00pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: America 250, Craft
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sew items with others to give to charities.