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THINKspot Fashion Runway

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Educational, Special Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Unleash your inner fashion designer in this 4-day outfit sewing series. Learn how to use a sewing machine, follow a pattern and create a tailored outfit. Did we mention the fashion show and photo shoot at the end of the week? It's time to become a TH...

THINKspot Fashion Runway

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Educational, Special Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Unleash your inner fashion designer in this 4-day outfit sewing series. Learn how to use a sewing machine, follow a pattern and create a tailored outfit. Did we mention the fashion show and photo shoot at the end of the week? It's time to become a TH...

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+.

STEAM at the MCC Planetarium

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Outreach Services
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Educational, Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Join the Mesa Public Library at the Mesa Community College Planetarium for an out of this world show featuring the planets in our solar system! Registration is required as seating is limited (one registration per seat). Take & Make craft kit...

Meditation for Beginners

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cancelled
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Educational, Health
Event Details:
Learn the basics of meditation with simple yet powerful techniques that will help you deal with stress wherever you are. We will be seated in chairs, so you do not need a mat.  You may wish to bring a pillow to support your back. ...

Little Makers Playtime - Family Friendly Hour

10:00am - 11:00am
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Educational, Games
Event Details:
Bring your little makers for a family friendly hour of parent and child maker time. We will have STEAM  coloring crafts,  electronic toys, coding board games and electronics learning kits for older children. There will be something for ever...

Writer in Residence Consultations

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 1 (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Writing
Event Details:
Mark Athitakis is a freelance writer in Chandler, Arizona. He is a regular contributor of book reviews, essays, and interviews to the Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, Kirkus Reviews, and numerous other publications. His work has also appeared in t...

Birds of Phoenix & Maricopa County

9:00am - 9:45am
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Educational, Entertainment
Event Details:
Join Maricopa Audubon Society as we explore the numerous species of birds that inhabit Phoenix and Maricopa County. Learn how to identify bird species by appearance and sound. Leave amazed by the diversity of birds in the region. In-person attendees ...

Disclaimer(s)

No non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

Ticketed Event

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

Birds of Phoenix & Maricopa County

10:15am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Saguaro Room (MN)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Educational, Entertainment
Event Details:
Join Maricopa Audubon Society as we explore the numerous species of birds that inhabit Phoenix and Maricopa County. Learn how to identify bird species by appearance and sound. Leave amazed by the diversity of birds in the region. In-person attendees ...

Disclaimer(s)

No non-family groups of 5 or more

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accommodate non-family groups of 5 or more children at youth programs.

Ticketed Event

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

Graphic Design Studio - Adult

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Every month we will create awesome projects using all sorts of iPad graphic design apps. Learn vector graphics, raster graphics, pixel graphics, animation, and how to take your own work to the next level.  It’s time to learn how to unlock your c...

Writer in Residence Consultations

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 1 (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Writing
Event Details:
Mark Athitakis is a freelance writer in Chandler, Arizona. He is a regular contributor of book reviews, essays, and interviews to the Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, Kirkus Reviews, and numerous other publications. His work has also appeared in t...

Let's Play!

10:00am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Activity Room (MN)
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Educational, Entertainment, Special Program
Event Details:
Join us for a morning of guided play. Join your young child in a meaningful play experience that will enhance a variety of skills.  A materials kit with the corresponding theme will be available for check out.   Ages 3-5.   ...

You've Written Your Book, Now What?

11:00am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Roadrunner Room (RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Educational, Writing
Event Details:
If you're in the home stretch of your manuscript, you have a lot of decisions to make. Find an agent or self-publish? Hire a publicist or go it alone? This session will explore the process of finding the best place for your writing, identifying and q...

Summer Survival for Plants

11:30am - 12:30pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Sustainability
Event Details:
University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners are certified volunteers who answer questions about gardening, landscaping, plant identification, and plant problems. Arizona’s desert regions are a challenge for cultivating plants in t...

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

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+.

Little Makers Playtime - Family Friendly Hour

10:00am - 11:00am
Library Branch: THINKspot at Red Mountain
Room: THINKspot @ RM
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Educational, Games
Event Details:
Bring your little makers for a family friendly hour of parent and child maker time. We will have STEAM  coloring crafts,  electronic toys, coding board games and electronics learning kits for older children. There will be something for ever...

Writer in Residence Consultations

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 1 (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Writing
Event Details:
Mark Athitakis is a freelance writer in Chandler, Arizona. He is a regular contributor of book reviews, essays, and interviews to the Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, Kirkus Reviews, and numerous other publications. His work has also appeared in t...

STEAM for Tweens: Bubbles

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Educational, STEAM, Sustainability
Event Details:
Stretch your imagination using science! Each month we'll do hands-on activities in science, technology, engineering, art, or math. Grades 2-6. This month's theme is bubbles.   ...

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.

Marshall Shore Presents: Arizona in the Movies

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Library Branch: Dobson Ranch Library
Room: Dobson Meeting Room (DR)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:
The landscape across Arizona has made it a prime location for not only classic Western movies, but for the likes of Walt Disney, Andy Warhol, John Wayne, the Coen brothers, and even Cars. Learn about Arizona's unique connection to films from the Hip ...

Leather Keychain Workshop - Adults

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: THINKspot at Main
Room: THINKspot @MN
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Instructional
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
It's time to turn your creativity up to eleven and design your very own custom leather keychain. We will provide dye, laser engraving, designer stamps and leather working tools to turn your vision into a reality. This program is for adults 18 and ...

Radical Reptile

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:
Learn about the world of reptiles, with this radical reptile experience!  ...

Disclaimer(s)

Ticketed Event

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

Writer in Residence Consultations

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Study Room 1 (RM)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational, Writing
Event Details:
Mark Athitakis is a freelance writer in Chandler, Arizona. He is a regular contributor of book reviews, essays, and interviews to the Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, Kirkus Reviews, and numerous other publications. His work has also appeared in t...

Social Media for Writers and Readers

11:00am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Red Mountain Library
Room: Program Room (RM)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Educational, Writing
Event Details:
Should you be on #BookTok if you have two left feet? What online tools should writers use to find their audience, and which should readers use to find their next favorite book? We'll talk about some do's and don'ts, best practices for engagement, and...

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+.