This event is in the "Main Library" group Dec 15 2025 Mon Book Birthdays 3:30pm–4:30pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Dec 15 2025 Mon Book Birthdays 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children Program Type: Craft, Mesa Reads Event Details: Each month, we will create crafts themed to a book that is celebrating its "bookish birthday"!
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Dec 15 2025 Mon Pinecone Bird Feeder 4:00pm–5:00pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Dec 15 2025 Mon Pinecone Bird Feeder 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Children, Family Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Practice sustainability and repurpose a pinecone into a birdfeeder to give the birds a snack to eat during the chillier months. Ages 5+.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Crochet Circle 10:00am–12:00pm THINKspot at Red Mountain This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Crochet Circle 10:00am–12:00pm 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 Dec 16 2025 Tue Read Runner Crafting: Dimond Painting 10:30am–11:30am Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Bookmobile" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Read Runner Crafting: Dimond Painting 10:30am–11:30am Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Adult Program Type: Craft Event Details: Come to the Read Runner for a relaxing afternoon of creativity and sparkle! Learn how to create your own shimmering work of art using diamond painting—a fun and easy craft that combines the joy of cross-stitch with the sparkle of mosaics.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Crochet-along 2:00pm–3:30pm THINKspot at Red Mountain Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Crochet-along 2:00pm–3:30pm 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 "Gateway Library" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Art Cart 3:00pm–4:00pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Art Cart 3:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Children, School Age Program Type: Craft Event Details: Join us each month for an hour of crafting. Drop in to create your own art or join in on the theme. This month’s theme: winter forest. Ages 8+ 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 Gateway" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Jane Austen's 250th Birthday: Paper Garden Scene 5:00pm–6:00pm THINKspot at Gateway Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Jane Austen's 250th Birthday: Paper Garden Scene 5:00pm–6:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway Room: THINKspot @ GW Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Craft Registration Required Event Details: Step into the world of Pride and Prejudice as we honor Jane Austen’s 250th birthday with a hands-on paper crafting experience.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Jane Austen Regency 250th Birthday Celebration 5:30pm–7:30pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Jane Austen Regency 250th Birthday Celebration 5:30pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Saguaro Room (MN) Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Craft, Entertainment Event Details: We will be celebrating Jane Austen's birthday with a tea party, the showing of Pride and Prejudice (rated PG) and making pressed flower cards.Don't forget to wear your Regency finest. 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 "Main Library" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Walk-In Wednesdays 2:00pm–3:00pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Walk-In Wednesdays 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children, School Age, Tween Program Type: Craft, Mesa Reads, STEAM Event Details: Make a craft, listen to a story, or conduct an experiment - something fun will be happening every Wednesday in the Youth Activity Room! Supplies are limited.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Candy Cane Sleighs 3:30pm–4:30pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Candy Cane Sleighs 3:30pm–4:30pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: School Age Program Type: Craft Event Details: Make your own candy filled sleigh at the library! We will provide the chocolate candy, wrapping paper, and candy canes; We just need you to supply 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.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Sewing Class and Social 5:30pm–7:30pm THINKspot at Red Mountain Registration Required This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Sewing Class and Social 5:30pm–7:30pm 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 "Dobson Ranch Library" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Craft Night: Gift Bows and Tags 6:00pm–7:30pm Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Craft Night: Gift Bows and Tags 6:00pm–7:30pm 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 gift bows and tags from recycled book pages.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Wrapping up the Holidays 10:00am–11:00am Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Wrapping up the Holidays 10:00am–11:00am Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW) Age Group: Adult Program Type: Craft, Instructional Event Details: Want to elevate your wrapping game this holiday season? Learn the basics of wrapping—including materials, folding techniques, and decorations—while also seeing how you can add some extra pizzazz to your gifts.
This event is in the "Main Library" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Holiday Cardmaking 3:00pm–3:45pm Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Holiday Cardmaking 3:00pm–3:45pm Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Children, Family Program Type: Craft Event Details: Celebrate the season at a family-friendly workshop where kids and families create handmade holiday cards to keep or donate. The event supports early literacy, creativity, and community giving.
This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Dec 20 2025 Sat Crochet Away 10:00am–12:00pm Gateway Library This event is in the "Gateway Library" group Dec 20 2025 Sat Crochet Away 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Gateway Library Room: Kinetic Program Room (GW) Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Craft Event Details: Join us at the Gateway Library with your yarn project and connect across generations through a shared love of fiber arts. Enjoy a welcoming space to create, share tips, and engage in conversation. Crafting is better together!
This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Dec 20 2025 Sat Art Cart 1:30pm–2:30pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Dec 20 2025 Sat Art Cart 1:30pm–2:30pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Tween, Teen Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Join us each month for some crafts. Drop in to make your own art or participate in the theme of the month. This month's theme: No Sew Penguin Sock craft. Ages 8+
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Dec 23 2025 Tue Crochet Circle 10:00am–12:00pm THINKspot at Red Mountain This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Dec 23 2025 Tue Crochet Circle 10:00am–12:00pm 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 "Dobson Ranch Library" group Dec 27 2025 Sat Saturday at the Ranch - Recycled Creations 1:00pm–3:00pm Dobson Ranch Library This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group Dec 27 2025 Sat Saturday at the Ranch - Recycled Creations 1:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library Age Group: School Age, Family Program Type: Craft, Sustainability Event Details: Families who craft together stay together. We’ll provide supplies, tools, and ideas to get you started, but the final creation is up to you.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Dec 30 2025 Tue Crochet Circle 10:00am–12:00pm THINKspot at Red Mountain This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Dec 30 2025 Tue Crochet Circle 10:00am–12:00pm 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 "Red Mountain Library" group Dec 31 2025 Wed Noon Year's Day Celebration 11:00am–12:00pm Red Mountain Library This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group Dec 31 2025 Wed Noon Year's Day Celebration 11:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Red Mountain Library Room: Program Room (RM) Age Group: Early Childhood, Family Program Type: Craft, Entertainment Event Details: Help us ring in the "Noon Year". Come dressed in your best for a party just for kids. We'll have crafts, dancing and treats. 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 "Main Library" group Jan 2 2026 Fri Cozy Creatures, Sleepy Forest 10:00am–10:45am Main Library This event is in the "Main Library" group Jan 2 2026 Fri Cozy Creatures, Sleepy Forest 10:00am–10:45am Library Branch: Main Library Room: Youth Activity Room (MN) Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Craft, Storytime Event Details: When the cold winds blow, the animals find warm, safe places to rest. Join us for gentle stories, songs, and a cozy craft all about hibernation and winter rest. Ages 3-5.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Jan 2 2026 Fri Vision Boards 11:00am–12:00pm THINKspot at Red Mountain This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Jan 2 2026 Fri Vision Boards 11:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain Room: THINKspot @ RM Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Craft Event Details: Stop by THINKspot at Red Mountain Library during the month of January to create a vision board for this new year. Poster board, vision board books, magazines, and art supplies will be provided.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Tween Crafters: New Years around the World 3:30pm–4:15pm THINKspot at Main This event is in the "THINKspot at Main" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Tween Crafters: New Years around the World 3:30pm–4:15pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Main Age Group: School Age, Tween Program Type: Craft, Educational, Entertainment Event Details: Ring in the New Year by discovering fun and unique ways people celebrate new beginnings around the world. Then, create your own festive “New Year Wish” flag to share hopes and goals for the year ahead.
This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Crochet Circle 10:00am–12:00pm THINKspot at Red Mountain This event is in the "THINKspot at Red Mountain" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Crochet Circle 10:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain Room: THINKspot @ RM Age Group: School Age, 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.