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This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

America 250: I Survived the Past: 1600s-1700s

4:00pm–5:00pm
THINKspot at Gateway
Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Age Group: School Age, Tween
Program Type: America 250, Craft, Educational
Event Details:

Learning history can be interesting, but it could be more fun with hands on activities!

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

US History Trivia Night

6:30pm–7:30pm
THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: THINKspot @ DR
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: America 250, Educational
Event Details:

Prepare for our country's semiquincentennial and test your knowledge of US History in this fun five-round trivia challenge.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Celebrate Groundhog Day

3:00pm–3:45pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: America 250
Event Details:

Mesa Celebrates 250! Learn about the origins of Groundhog's Day and who Punxsutawney Phil is, then make a craft to celebrate the holiday.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Hula Dancing with Learn with Aloha LLC

10:00am–11:00am
Gateway Library
Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: Adult, Family
Program Type: America 250, Entertainment, Special Program
Event Details:

Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Polynesian culture through this engaging program that teaches the art of hula dancing.

Disclaimer(s)

Ticketed Event

Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes prior to program start.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Cultural Fashion Show

11:00am–11:45am
Main Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Children, Early Childhood, School Age, Tween
Program Type: America 250, Entertainment, Special Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate America’s rich cultural diversity at a fashion show featuring traditional and contemporary attire from the many cultures that shape our nation. 

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Genealogy: Connections to Colonial Days

1:00pm–2:30pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: America 250, Instructional
Event Details:

Learn how genealogy can be a fascinating look back to the early days of the country and the colonies by looking at some of the speaker's own discoveries with colonial connections.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

America on Screen - Adults

2:30pm–4:30pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: America 250, Movie
Event Details:

Watch a movie as Mesa Celebrates America 250.

This month's feature film is A Patch of Blue (TV-PG). 

Runtime - 1 hour 46 minutes.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Shadow Puppet Theater

3:30pm–4:30pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: America 250, Sustainability
Event Details:

Learn about Groundhog Day and make a shadow puppet theater using recycled cereal boxes. 

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group

Red, White, and Blue Wand Craft

12:00pm–12:30pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: America 250, Craft
Event Details:

Drop in and craft a red, white, and blue wand. 

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group
Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: America 250, Educational, Writing
Event Details:

Have you considered tracing your family’s history, but don’t know where to start? Duane Roen will share some readily available resources, tools, and strategies for getting started with researching your roots.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

Genealogy Consultations

11:30am–12:30pm
Gateway Library
Registration Required
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 "Red Mountain Library" group

Preschool Storytime Presents: America 250 Storytime

11:00am–11:30am
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: America 250, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us to celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States!

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.

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group

America 250: Red, White, and Blue Lantern Jars

3:00pm–4:00pm
Gateway Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: America 250, Craft
Registration Required
Event Details:

Shine a light with a colorful tissue paper covered lantern. Glue red, white, and blue tissue paper to a mason jar, add the provided tea light, and you'll have a bright lantern with a patriotic glow. Ages 6-11. Registration required. 

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 Dobson Ranch" group

Arizona Stickers on the Cameo

3:00pm–4:30pm
THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Dobson Ranch
Room: Silhouette Cameo (TS@DR)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: America 250, Instructional
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Silhouette Cameo to make Arizona-themed stickers to celebrate our state's birthday.

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class Prerequisite

Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.

This event is in the "Red Mountain Library" group
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: America 250, Book Groups
Event Details:

The United States is turning 250 years old in July, and we are celebrating with a special book club highlighting American classics, new and old, in literature.

This event is in the "Dobson Ranch Library" group

Tall Tales: Pecos Bill

4:00pm–5:00pm
Dobson Ranch Library
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: America 250, Writing
Event Details:

Come on down and sit for a spell and hear the tall tale of Pecos Bill. Then write your own Pecos Bill story. Ages 8-12.

This event is in the "THINKspot at Gateway" group

America 250: Arizona's Birthday Celebration!

2:00pm–3:30pm
THINKspot at Gateway
Registration Required
Library Branch: THINKspot at Gateway
Room: THINKspot @ GW
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: America 250, Craft
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in celebrating Arizona's Statehood Anniversary by helping us recreate the Arizona state flag!

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 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 "Red Mountain Library" group

Classic Album Discussion Group

6:00pm–7:00pm
Red Mountain Library
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: America 250, Educational
Event Details:

Music enthusiasts unite! Let's share our passion for good tunes and discuss a classic album each month. Snippets of songs will be played to enhance the discussion of great music. 

February: What's Going On? by Marvin Gaye

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 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: America 250, Craft
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sew items with others to give to charities. 

This event is in the "Gateway Library" group
Library Branch: Gateway Library
Room: Inspirian Community Room (GW)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: America 250, Educational
Event Details:

Award-winning Two Spirit storyteller Taté Walker will lead participants on a zine-making journey through the history and heritage of Indigenous trickers and the lessons they teach.

This event is in the "Main Library" group

Celebrate Presidents' Day!

10:00am–10:45am
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Early Childhood, Family
Program Type: America 250
Event Details:

Mesa Celebrates America 250! Celebrate the birthdays of two of our Founding Fathers with Presidents' Day themed crafts and activities.

This event is in the "Outreach Services" group

Falcon Field Airport Tour

10:30am–12:00pm
Outreach Services
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach Services
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: America 250, Special Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

To celebrate America's 250th birthday, join us for a tour at Falcon Field, which was established in 1941 as a military airport during World War II to train British Royal Air Force and American pilots.