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This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group

Take-Home Program for Kids and Tweens

8:00am–12:00pm
Mesa Express Library
Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Mesa Reads, STEAM
Event Details:

Enjoy the entertainment of a Summer Reading Program in the comfort of your own home. Come by the Mesa Express Library to pick up a Take Home Program, complete the tasks, and earn summer reading points. Supplise are limited.  

This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group

Take-Home Program for Teens and Adults

8:00am–12:00pm
Mesa Express Library
Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Enjoy the entertainment of a Summer Reading Program in the comfort of your own home. Come by the Mesa Express Library to pick up a Take Home Program, complete the tasks, and earn summer reading points. Supplies are limited.  

This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Educational, STEAM
Event Details:

In this drop-in class, activities are designed to help you learn more about science, technology, engineering, art, mechanics, and SAFETY — the fun way! Each child will leave with items from class and free safety coloring book. Ages 6-12

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Tinkering For Toddlers

10:00am–10:45am
Dobson Ranch Library
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: STEAM, Storytime, Sustainability
Event Details:

A STEAM-based Storytime that gives toddlers the opportunity to explore, be curious, and practice independent thinking. For ages 2-3 years old. Supplies are limited.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Building Blocks Club

3:00pm–4:00pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Games, STEAM
Event Details:

Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO®. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO® and jumbo blocks will be provided. Ages 5-9.

This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group

Take-Home Program for Teens and Adults

12:00am–12:00pm
Mesa Express Library
Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Enjoy the entertainment of a Summer Reading Program in the comfort of your own home. Come by the Mesa Express Library to pick up a Take Home Program, complete the tasks, and earn summer reading points. Supplies are limited. 

This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group

Take-Home Program for Kids and Tweens

8:00am–12:00pm
Mesa Express Library
Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Mesa Reads, STEAM
Event Details:

Enjoy the entertainment of a Summer Reading Program in the comfort of your own home. Come by the Mesa Express Library to pick up a Take Home Program, complete the tasks, and earn summer reading points. Supplies are limited.  

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Summer Reading Finale

10:00am–11:00am
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Early Childhood, Family
Program Type: Entertainment, STEAM
Event Details:

Summer Reading Finale celebration for our youngest patrons and families. 

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

Teen Time: Custom Zipper Pouches

2:00pm–3:30pm
THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Instructional, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Choose a design and learn to use our Silhouette Cameo to cut heat transfer vinyl to customize a zippered pouch. 

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class Prerequisite

Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

App Artist

4:00pm–5:00pm
THINKspot at Main
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Educational, STEAM
Event Details:

Every first and third Tuesday we will create awesome projects using all sorts of different apps.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Fanful Crafts: Wood-Burn Video Game Coins

4:00pm–5:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Craft, Instructional, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unleash your inner geek with a crafting club made just for fandom-loving teens. From DIY cosplay props to pixel art, each session brings a new way to create, connect, and geek out over your favorite games, shows, and stories.

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

Teen Time: Glowforge Pencil Engraving

4:00pm–5:30pm
THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: Glowforge (TS@DR)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Instructional, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get started using THINKspot's Glowforge and engrave your own message on pencils. 

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class Prerequisite

Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Slime Time

4:00pm–5:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Program Room (DR)
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

It's Slime Time! Join us each month as we make different types of slime. While supplies last. Ages 6-12. 

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Drawn to Anime

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

Discover the art of anime drawing in this hands-on program where teens learn to draw digitally. Come on in to explore character design, expressions, and dynamic poses with guidance. Beginners are welcome.

Ages 12-18.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Building Blocks Club

3:00pm–4:00pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: School Age, Family
Program Type: Games, STEAM
Event Details:

Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO®. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO® and jumbo blocks will be provided. Ages 5-9.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

App Artist

4:00pm–5:00pm
THINKspot at Main
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Educational, STEAM
Event Details:

Every first and third Tuesday we will create awesome projects using all sorts of different apps.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Painting Nature in Focus

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

Relax and paint a serene landscape while learning simple, beginner-friendly techniques for creating peaceful scenes. Once your painting is complete, finish your masterpiece with a tree-themed frame to give it a rustic and natural touch.

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

30th Anniversary Celebration- THINKspot in Action

10:00am–4:00pm
THINKspot at Red Mountain
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Computer Class, STEAM
Event Details:

Are you THINKspot curious?  Come to the Library's 30th Anniversary Celebration and see THINKspot in action.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Craft-Active Lab: Cardboard Robot Arm

4:00pm–5:30pm
THINKspot at Main
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Craft, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get hands-on and let your imagination shine in this fun program for tweens. We will explore crafts that are designed to spark creativity and build skills. This ranges from painting and sculpting to DIY projects and beyond. 

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Kids' Kitchen

2:00pm–3:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Educational, Entertainment, STEAM
Event Details:

Join us in the kitchen to create fun, interesting, and tasty treats.  This month we will be mixing some fun ingredients for a berry surprise.  Ages 6-12.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

Day in the Life: YouTuber

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

Explore exciting career paths and discover what it is really like to work in today's most talked-about fields. During this program, we will get an inside look at a day in the life of a YouTuber.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group

App Artist

4:00pm–5:00pm
THINKspot at Main
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Educational, STEAM
Event Details:

Every first Tuesday we will create awesome projects using all sorts of different apps.

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

Intro to 3D Design and Printing

6:00pm–7:30pm
THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Instructional, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to create your own simple 3D design on the computer using Tinkercad and how to prepare it to print on the library's 3D printer. 

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class Prerequisite

Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.

This event is in the "Mesa Express Library" group

Outdoor STEAM

3:30pm–4:15pm
Mesa Express Library
Library Branch: Mesa Express Library
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Mesa Reads, STEAM
Event Details:

Come for a fun and engaging outdoor STEAM program designed to spark curiosity and creativity in young minds! Each session features hands-on, nature-inspired activities that blend science and art in exciting ways.

Disclaimer(s)

MEL Programs

All events at the Mesa Express Library are held outdoors.