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Outdoor Gardening

10:00am–11:00am
Mesa Express Library
Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Mesa Reads
Event Details:

Dig in, de-stress, and grow something beautiful with our hands-on gardening program for adults!

Disclaimer(s)

MEL Programs

All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors. 

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

Silhouette: Thankful Table Centerpieces

10:00am–12:00pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: Silhouette Cameo 4 Pro (TS@RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Silhouette Cameo Pro 4 cutting machine to create Thanksgiving centerpieces out of cardstock paper. Take home your centerpieces at the end of the program.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Medicare 101

6:00pm–7:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health, Instructional
Event Details:

Medicare is complex and evolving; it is a health insurance program for folks turning 65 years old and for people with certain disabilities.

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

Crochet Circle

10:00am–12:00pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Children, Tween, 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 "Bookmobile" group
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Craft, Mesa Reads
Event Details:

Take a mindful break and color with us! Drop by the Read Runner for a relaxing hour of adult coloring—no experience needed. We’ll provide premium coloring pages (mandalas, nature, geometric), colored pencils, fine-tip markers, and clipboards.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Kith and Kin Workshop

11:30am–3:30pm
Red Mountain Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult, Family
Program Type: Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Kith & Kin Program, a program of Candelen, is a 10-week series designed for family, friend and neighbor (FFN) caregivers; grandparents, family members, friends, neighbors and unrelated adults that support families with their childcare need

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
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 "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group

Library Advisory Board Meeting

5:30pm–6:30pm
THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Special Program
Event Details:

Meetings for FY25/26 can be attended in the Board Room at the Main Library, 64 E. 1st St. at 5:30pm unless noted otherwise. More about Library Advisory Board Meetings

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Let's Eat! for Adults

6:00pm–7:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: America 250, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

To allow others the opportunity to participate, please register for only one of the two Let's Eat! for Adults programs.

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 "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group

Smart Cycling for Older Adults

9:00am–11:00am
THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Whether you’re brand new to biking or just looking for a quick refresher, this class is perfect for you. We’ll share simple, practical tips to help older adults feel confident and safe while riding.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Computer Skills Training

2:00pm–3:00pm
Red Mountain Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Roadrunner Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class
Registration Required
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 "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 "Mesa Express Library" group

HOTspot: Digital Help Desk

2:00pm–3:00pm
Mesa Express Library
Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Reference

Curious about downloading ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more from the library with your laptop, mobile device, or ereader? Drop in during these sessions for one-on-one assistance on a first-come, first-served basis.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Computer Basics

2:00pm–3:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class, Educational
Event Details:

If you are new to the computer then Computer Basics is the place to start.  This week we will learn how to type on a keyboard. 

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

Diamond Art: Fall Bookmarks

2:00pm–4:00pm
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:

Enjoy bedazzling fall themed bookmarks with colorful diamonds! Beginners and more experienced diamond art crafters are both welcome!

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Jane Austen Film Club - Pride and Prejudice

5:00pm–7:15pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

The Jane Austen Film Club will be celebrating this influential author ahead of her 250th birthday in December. For three months, we will be watching adaptations of some of Austen's most popular works.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Craft Night: Custom Bookmarks

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 custom bookmarks.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Sewing - for Adults

6:00pm–7:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: America 250, Educational, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Brother sewing machines by creating your own sewing project. Instruction and materials are provided. Mesa Celebrates 250! 

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Comics, Poetry, and Other Paths

6:30pm–7:30pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Roadrunner Room (RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:

Not everyone wants to write the Great American Novel. Indeed, plenty of folks would rather get in touch with their inner poet. Perhaps they've always dreamed about making a comic or graphic novel out of their stories.

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

Hotspot Digital Help Desk

2:00pm–3:00pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computer Class, Instructional

Curious about downloading ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more from the library with your laptop, mobile device, or ereader? Drop in during these sessions for one-on-one assistance on a first-come, first-served basis.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Let's Eat! for Adults

6:00pm–7:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: America 250, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

To allow others the opportunity to participate, please register for only one of the two Let's Eat! for Adults programs.

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 "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group

Forever Reading YA Book Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Cancelled
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Groups
Event Details:

Are you an adult that loves to read YA? Join our Forever Reading YA Book Club.

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: Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sew items with others to give to charities. 

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Writer in Residence Consultations

10:00am–12:00pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 2 (RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:

Mesa Public Library is excited to partner with the Arizona State Library and welcome Marc Mason as our Writer in Residence from October 1 to December 31.