This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Mar 6 2026 Fri Writing Workshop: Weaving Cultural History into Our Family History Writing 10:00am–11:30am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Mar 6 2026 Fri Writing Workshop: Weaving Cultural History into Our Family History Writing 10:00am–11:30am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250, Educational, Writing Event Details: Sometimes family historians have only names, dates, and places for ancestors.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Mar 6 2026 Fri Genealogy Consultations 11:30am–12:30pm Gateway Library Registration Required This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Mar 6 2026 Fri Genealogy Consultations 11:30am–12:30pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250, Educational Registration Required Event Details: Get personalized assistance with your family history research during our genealogy consultation. Dr. Duane Roen will help you navigate resources, answer questions, and provide strategies to uncover your ancestral story. 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 "Gateway Library" group Mar 7 2026 Sat Yoga and Me Workshop 1:00pm–2:00pm Gateway Library Registration Required This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Mar 7 2026 Sat Yoga and Me Workshop 1:00pm–2:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational, Health Registration Required Event Details: Young Flow Yoga presents a workshop for young visitors with play-based movement, balance, confidence building, calm strategies and more through yoga. 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 Mar 7 2026 Sat ESL Conversation Class 1:00pm–2:30pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Mar 7 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 "Red Mountain Library" group Mar 7 2026 Sat ESL Conversation Class 1:00pm–3:00pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Mar 7 2026 Sat ESL Conversation Class 1:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Study Room 1 (RM) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational Event Details: Practice English and meet new friends! Build your English listening and speaking skills while learning about American culture. Please bring a notebook and pencil. Best for intermediate learners. Ages 18+.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Mar 9 2026 Mon Sensory Storytime 9:30am–10:00am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Mar 9 2026 Mon Sensory Storytime 9:30am–10:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood Program Type: Educational, Storytime Event Details: Join us for an adaptive story time designed to help children with sensory integration and neurodiverse challenges join in library programs. This program utilizes music, movement, repetition, and books that increase children's engagement. Disclaimer(s) IBCCES Autism Certified The Dobson Ranch Library is IBCCES Autism Certified. IBCCES trains/certifies organizations to better serve individuals with cognitive disorders. These ideals are incorporated at all Dobson Ranch Library programs. If you have any concerns or need to request specific accommodations for you or your child, please contact us. 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 "Main Library" group Mar 9 2026 Mon Mini Makers 10:00am–10:30am Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Mar 9 2026 Mon Mini Makers 10:00am–10:30am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Educational, STEAM Event Details: Join us for Mini Makers, a bimonthly hands-on program for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Mar 9 2026 Mon Pass the Plate 3:30pm–4:30pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Mar 9 2026 Mon Pass the Plate 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: THINKspot Patio (GW) Age Group: Children, School Age Program Type: Educational, Health Event Details: Learn about different cultures through food by passing the plate! We will explore how common everyday foods are utilized in various types of cooking. Together, we will cook a simple dish so you can experience food for yourself. 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. Ticketed Event Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Mar 11 2026 Wed Growing Words into Readers 1:00pm–1:45pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Mar 11 2026 Wed Growing Words into Readers 1:00pm–1:45pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Educational Event Details: Calling all beginning readers! Come play simple card and board games with us to become more confident with your sight words while having fun and making new friends. Ages 4-8. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 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 Mar 11 2026 Wed Computer Basics 2:00pm–3:30pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Mar 11 2026 Wed Computer Basics 2:00pm–3:30pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Saguaro Room (MN) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Computer Class, Educational Event Details: Pre-requisite: A working knowledge of how to use a computer mouse and keyboard.If you are new to the computer then Computer Basics is the place to start. This week we will learn the basics of Microsoft PowerPoint.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Mar 11 2026 Wed US History Trivia Night 5:00pm–6:00pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Mar 11 2026 Wed US History Trivia Night 5:00pm–6:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: Family, All Ages Program Type: Educational, Entertainment, Games Event Details: Do you like History? Drop by the library for a laid-back trivia night packed with questions about pivotal moments, legendary personalities, and quirky facts from America’s story.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Mar 11 2026 Wed Medicare 101 6:00pm–7:00pm Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Mar 11 2026 Wed Medicare 101 6:00pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (DR) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational, Health 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 Gateway" group Mar 11 2026 Wed Sewing an Avocado Cat Plushie - Adult 6:00pm–7:30pm THINKspot at Gateway Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group Mar 11 2026 Wed Sewing an Avocado Cat Plushie - Adult 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway Room: THINKspot @ GW Age Group: Adult 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 "THINKspot at Gateway" group Mar 12 2026 Thu Sewing an Avocado Cat Plushie - Teens 4:00pm–5:30pm THINKspot at Gateway Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group Mar 12 2026 Thu Sewing an Avocado Cat Plushie - Teens 4:00pm–5:30pm 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 "Gateway Library" group Mar 13 2026 Fri Stay and Play 10:00am–11:00am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Mar 13 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 "Red Mountain Library" group Mar 14 2026 Sat Author Visit: Cheryl Thompson 10:00am–11:00am Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Mar 14 2026 Sat Author Visit: Cheryl Thompson 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Adult, All Ages Program Type: America 250, Educational Event Details: Join Cheryl W. Thompson for an engaging author talk on her book Forgotten Souls: The Search for the Lost Tuskegee Airmen as we continue to celebrate our country with America 250 programs.
This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Mar 14 2026 Sat Survival Guide to Buying or Selling a Home 10:00am–11:00am Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Mar 14 2026 Sat Survival Guide to Buying or Selling a Home 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Room: Dobson Program Room (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.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Mar 14 2026 Sat ESL Conversation Class 1:00pm–2:30pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Mar 14 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 "Red Mountain Library" group Mar 14 2026 Sat ESL Conversation Class 1:00pm–3:00pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Mar 14 2026 Sat ESL Conversation Class 1:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Study Room 1 (RM) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Educational Event Details: Practice English and meet new friends! Build your English listening and speaking skills while learning about American culture. Please bring a notebook and pencil. Best for intermediate learners. Ages 18+.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Mar 16 2026 Mon Sensory Storytime 9:30am–10:00am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Mar 16 2026 Mon Sensory Storytime 9:30am–10:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: Children, Early Childhood Program Type: Educational, Storytime Event Details: Join us for an adaptive story time designed to help children with sensory integration and neurodiverse challenges join in library programs. This program utilizes music, movement, repetition, and books that increase children's engagement. Disclaimer(s) IBCCES Autism Certified The Dobson Ranch Library is IBCCES Autism Certified. IBCCES trains/certifies organizations to better serve individuals with cognitive disorders. These ideals are incorporated at all Dobson Ranch Library programs. If you have any concerns or need to request specific accommodations for you or your child, please contact us. 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 "Gateway Library" group Mar 16 2026 Mon Voices of the East Valley 1:00pm–2:00pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Mar 16 2026 Mon Voices of the East Valley 1:00pm–2:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Adult Program Type: America 250, Educational Event Details: Voices of the East Valley showcases community-based storytelling through the Latinx Oral History Lab at Arizona State University. Dr. Rafael Martínez and Dr.
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Mar 17 2026 Tue Grand Canyon State Model Railroaders 10:00am–7:30pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Mar 17 2026 Tue Grand Canyon State Model Railroaders 10:00am–7:30pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Children, All Ages Program Type: America 250, Educational Event Details: Get your engineers cap ready as the Grand Canyon State Model Railroaders pull into the depot at Red Mountain Library. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Mar 17 2026 Tue Colonial Toys and Games 3:30pm–4:30pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Mar 17 2026 Tue Colonial Toys and Games 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: School Age Program Type: America 250, Educational, Instructional Event Details: Join the America250 celebration and dive into playful adventures that once brought laughter to children in Colonial America.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Van Gogh's Sunflower Art 2:00pm–3:00pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Van Gogh's Sunflower Art 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Children Program Type: Craft, Educational, STEAM Event Details: Van Gogh's Sunflowers series painting is one of the most iconic and widely recognized pieces of his collection. 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.