This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Teen Time: Vinyl Stickers 4:00pm–5:00pm THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Teen Time: Vinyl Stickers 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Room: Silhouette Cameo (TS@DR) Age Group: Teen Program Type: Instructional, STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Learn how to use the Silhouette Cameo to make custom vinyl stickers. Disclaimer(s) Computer Class Prerequisite Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Small Business Series - SWOT & Business Canvas Model 5:00pm–7:00pm Main Library Registration Required This event is in the "Main Library" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Small Business Series - SWOT & Business Canvas Model 5:00pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Saguaro Room (MN) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Instructional Registration Required Event Details: Whether you're launching a new venture or managing an existing business, regularly conduction a SWOT analysis - examining your Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats - is crucial for understanding your current position and identifying p
This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group Jan 7 2026 Wed For the Thrill of Quill - Adults 6:00pm–7:30pm THINKspot at Gateway Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group Jan 7 2026 Wed For the Thrill of Quill - Adults 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway Room: THINKspot @ GW Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250, Craft Registration Required Event Details: Mesa Celebrates America 250: Learn this amazing paper spinning technique that blends strips of recycled paper and creativity. Turn your design into a card or a piece of recycled art for your wall. This program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in our community, and address the negative outcomes of a changing climate. Learn about the Library’s sustainability efforts Get tips on living green
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Toddlertime 9:00am–9:30am Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Toddlertime 9:00am–9:30am Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) 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) 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 "Main Library" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Toddler Time 10:00am–10:30am Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Toddler Time 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Toddlertime 10:00am–10:30am Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Toddlertime 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) 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) 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 "Main Library" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Toddler Time 10:30am–11:00am Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Toddler Time 10:30am–11:00am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months.
This event is in the "Outreach Services" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Toddlertime at Toddler Town 10:30am–11:00am Outreach Services Offsite Event This event is in the "Outreach Services" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Toddlertime at Toddler Town 10:30am–11:00am Library Branch: Outreach Services Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement into an engaging storytime for children. Ages 16-36 months.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Learn to Crochet 1:00pm–3:00pm THINKspot at Dobson Ranch This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Learn to Crochet 1:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Room: THINKspot @ DR Age Group: Adult Program Type: Craft, Instructional Event Details: Join us as we learn a beginner crochet project with an experienced instructor. If you already know how to crochet, feel free to bring your own project to work on and enjoy the company of other makers.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Fiction Folks 2:00pm–3:00pm Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Fiction Folks 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250, Book Groups, Mesa Reads Event Details: This month's book for discussion is American Daughters by Piper Huguley
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Hotspot Digital Help Desk 2:00pm–3:00pm THINKspot at Red Mountain This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Hotspot Digital Help Desk 2:00pm–3:00pm 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 "Main Library" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Collage Club - Teen 3:30pm–4:30pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Collage Club - Teen 3:30pm–4:30pm 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 Jan 8 2026 Thu For the Thrill of Quill - Teens 4:00pm–5:30pm THINKspot at Gateway Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group Jan 8 2026 Thu For the Thrill of Quill - Teens 4:00pm–5:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway Room: THINKspot @ GW Age Group: Teen Program Type: America 250, Craft Registration Required Event Details: Mesa Celebrates America 250: Learn this amazing paper spinning technique that blends strips of recycled paper and creativity. Turn your design into a card or a piece of recycled art for your wall. This program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in our community, and address the negative outcomes of a changing climate. Learn about the Library’s sustainability efforts Get tips on living green
This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Puzzle Mixer 5:30pm–7:30pm THINKspot at Main This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Puzzle Mixer 5:30pm–7:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Main Age Group: Adult Program Type: Games Event Details: Put the pieces together - literally and socially! Enjoy a fun puzzle night designed for adults to relax and connect with others.Puzzles of various sizes will be provided.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Coloring Club 6:00pm–7:30pm THINKspot at Red Mountain This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Coloring Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain Room: THINKspot @ RM Age Group: Adult, Family Program Type: Craft Event Details: Relax and color your stress away. Coloring pages and colored pencils, markers, and crayons will be provided, or you may bring your own. Card-making materials will also be provided.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Learn to Crochet: Evening Session 6:00pm–7:30pm THINKspot at Dobson Ranch This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Learn to Crochet: Evening Session 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Room: THINKspot @ DR Age Group: Adult Program Type: Craft, Instructional Event Details: Join us for our evening session as we learn a beginner crochet project with an experienced instructor. If you already know how to crochet, feel free to bring your own project to work on and enjoy the company of other makers.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:00am–11:00am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family Program Type: Educational Event Details: Play with your child and explore, create, and investigate with a variety of themed imagination stations. This program enables children to expand socialization and imagination skills! Best for birth- 5 years. 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 "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Art Journaling 11:00am–12:30pm THINKspot at Red Mountain Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Art Journaling 11:00am–12:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain Room: THINKspot @ RM Age Group: Adult Program Type: Craft Registration Required Event Details: Starting an art journal can be a low stress practice to integrate into your daily life to increase your creativity. We'll introduce some tips, crafts and projects that can get you started.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Teen Manga Book Club 3:00pm–5:00pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Teen Manga Book Club 3:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Teen Zone (GW) Age Group: Tween, Teen Program Type: Book Groups Event Details: Join us for Gateway Library’s Manga Mania Book Club! Each month, we will read the first volume of a manga series and discuss what we like (and don’t like) about it.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Donate Day: Book Donation Drive 9:00am–12:00pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Donate Day: Book Donation Drive 9:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Special Program, Sustainability Event Details: Donate books, magazines, movies, and music without leaving your car! Volunteers will be on hand to unload your donation. One hundred percent of our used book sales proceeds stay with the library to support programs and services.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Storytime on Saturday 10:00am–10:30am Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Storytime on Saturday 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this special Saturday storytime! Best for ages 2-5, but all are welcome.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Ask A Master Gardener Citrus 101 Workshop: Water and Fertilizer 10:00am–11:00am Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Ask A Master Gardener Citrus 101 Workshop: Water and Fertilizer 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational, Sustainability Event Details: It’s citrus time! Learn how to properly water and fertilize your citrus trees to ensure a healthy tree and harvest. This program supports the City of Mesa’s Climate Action Plan (MCAP), a Mayor and Council priority initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, build resilience in our community, and address the negative outcomes of a changing climate. Learn about the Library’s sustainability efforts Get tips on living green
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Donut Miss a Donut Storytime with Officer Lopez 10:00am–11:00am Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Donut Miss a Donut Storytime with Officer Lopez 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, Family Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Join Officer Lopez and Ms. Amy for a special storytime filled with songs, rhymes, donut-themed stories, and (of course) donuts!Ages 3–6. 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 "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Survival Guide to Buying or Selling a Home 10:00am–11:00am THINKspot at Dobson Ranch This event is in the "THINKspot at Dobson Ranch" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Survival Guide to Buying or Selling a Home 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch Room: THINKspot @ DR Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational Event Details: While buying or selling a house is exciting and something to be proud of, it can be a confusing and complicated process that can leave you feeling intimidated.