Week Calendar

Baby Lapsit introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies ages birth to 16 months.

Baby Lapsit introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies ages birth to 16 months.

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement for children ages 16-36 months.

Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this kindergarten readiness storytime.

From January through March, the Mesa Public Library is hosting mystery author and writing coach Betty Webb as its very own Writer in Residence.

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers no-cost tax help to people who generally make $54,000 or less, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and limited English speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their own tax

Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this kindergarten-readiness storytime. For ages 3-5

Join us for songs, stories, words, letters, numbers, and general silliness in this kindergarten-readiness storytime.

Join us for a musical Preschool Storytime in honor of Black History Month! Experience jazz through lyrical stories and the music of classic artists like Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong and more! Ages 3-5.

During this class, you will learn the guidelines for, and basic usage of, the sewing machines at THINKspot Red Mountain. When the class is over, you can sign a waiver and begin self-reserving our sewing machines, the Janome DC2014 .

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement for children ages 16-36 months.

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers no-cost tax help to people who generally make $54,000 or less, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and limited English speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their own tax

You don’t need to be a computer whiz to learn the fundamentals of coding. We’ll use logic games and exercises to help children build cognitive skills that will be a strong foundation for learning how to code. Ages 4-6.

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement for children ages 16-36 months.

In this day of low interest rates and volatile markets, it has become extremely important to become tax efficient in retirement, to maximize what you have.

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers no-cost tax help to people who generally make $54,000 or less, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and limited English speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their own tax

Baby Lapsit introduces the rhythm and beauty of language to babies ages birth to 16 months.

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement for children ages 16-36 months.

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers no-cost tax help to people who generally make $54,000 or less, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and limited English speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their own tax

Explore different sensory stations with your little one. These sensory play activities are engaging and fun for all young children. Ages 2-5.

Join Arizona's Young Writers Foundation for this 4-session camp designed to teach and reinforce the basics of short story writing. Each week will build on the next, so please only register if you plan on attending all 4 sessions.

Bring the whole family for stories, songs, and literacy-boosting activities! This program is geared toward children ages birth to five years.

During this class, you will learn the guidelines and basics of 3D printing and how to begin using the 3D printers at THINKspot Red Mountain. When the class is over, you can sign a waiver and begin self-reserving our printers.

You don’t need to be a computer whiz to learn the fundamentals of coding. We’ll use logic games and exercises to help children build cognitive skills that will be a strong foundation for learning how to code. For ages 4-6.

Toddlertime incorporates stories, music, and movement for children ages 16-36 months.

Children love exploring with paint! They will improve their coordination and hand strength while also experimenting with cause and effect as they squeeze sponges and make marks on paper creating their own work of art. Ages 0-36 months.

You have probably noticed how much novels have changed over the past twenty years. This workshop explains why those changes have come about and how to keep your own work from feeling dated.

We regret that this program has been canceled.

Join our weekly literacy group if you would like to practice basic English listening and speaking survival skills.* Enjoy an informal way to learn English
* Improve your English speaking and listening skills

Join our weekly literacy group if you would like to practice basic English listening and speaking survival skills.
* Enjoy an informal way to learn English
* Improve your English speaking and listening skills

Leave the hedge trimmers in the shed because we'll discuss how keep plants looking natural as well as tidy with natural pruning. We will also talk about propagating plants, from both seeds and cuttings.

Arizona authors take over the Library. Discover your next great read. Immerse yourself in every kind of literature--mysteries, science fiction, thrillers, Westerns, even children's books. Meet our local writers and get inspired.

Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO and DUPLO blocks will be provided.

You don’t need to be a computer whiz to learn the fundamentals of coding. We’ll use logic games and exercises to help children build cognitive skills that will be a strong foundation for learning how to code. For ages 6-8.

Want to learn how to download ebooks, movies, music, magazines, and more to your laptop, tablet, or e-reader? Stop by the HOTspot!Please have these things with you:
*Devices (this could be your tablet, laptop, smartphone)

In this class, you can create a Gmail account and learn how to send and manage email messages. Please bring a cell phone that will accept a text code verification from Google.

Drop in for a craft and games the whole family will enjoy!

This program will provide a STEAM challenge and your task, if you choose to accept it, will be to solve the problem the challenge presents with something you’ve built and designed yourself.

You don’t need to be a computer whiz to learn the fundamentals of coding. We’ll use logic games and exercises to help children build cognitive skills that will be a strong foundation for learning how to code. For ages 6-8.

Ever wanted to learn how to code? Learn how to make computer games and websites - no previous computer or coding experience necessary. Follow our lessons at your own pace, and you'll be coding in no time! For ages 8 to 14.

Admit it, teens. You know you want to come hang out and watch Crunchyroll at the library! We'll pick a new anime each time and have an informal discussion afterwards.

Join local photographer Amy Dangerfield for a workshop about basic photo composition rules. This workshop will focus on cameras with manual settings.

You don’t need to be a computer whiz to learn the fundamentals of coding. We’ll use logic games and exercises to help children build cognitive skills that will be a strong foundation for learning how to code. For ages 6-8.

Feeling crafty? Drop by the Teen Zone to make a different craft every month. Supplies and candy provided. Ages 12-18.

Try your hand at building the Eiffel Tower, one of the most famous landmarks in Paris, France. The only catch, you'll only be able to use newspaper and tape! Do you think your tower will stay standing?

You're halfway through the school week. Come unwind with games in the Teen Zone. Play Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, or X Box One-S. Or choose to play one of our many board and card games. Ages 12-18.

Ever wanted to learn how to code? Learn how to make computer games and websites - no previous computer or coding experience necessary. Follow our lessons at your own pace, and you'll be coding in no time! For ages 8 and up.

Can you guess the pop culture icon from the clues that your team gives you? Winning teams get to eat treats from the chocolate fountain while the losing team drinks a shot of pickle juice (eww!). There are three rounds and three chances to win.

Unwind from school and life with an hour of socializing, improv, and acting. No experience needed to play these entertaining improvisational games! You bring the drama and we’ll bring the good times.

Parents and children

This class is open to adult non-native speakers who need to improve their English speaking, reading, writing and grammar skills while learning about American culture. This class will be held in THINKspot.

From January through March, the Mesa Public Library is hosting mystery author and writing coach Betty Webb as its very own Writer in Residence.

This week we will have a small group discussion: How does the media influence what we see in the mirror?

Parents and children - storytime following tour of the library

Whether you call him the Yeti, Abominable Snowman, Kang Admi or Migoi, it's still a giant scary snow thing. Drop by to learn facts about this elusive creature from Nepalese folklore and make a yeti craft or two.

This month we will be working with discarded books and book pages. Ages 14+

We’ll break out all of our board games and cards and families can choose their favorites to play. Develop your imagination, teamwork, and problem-solving skills while playing the newest games or age-old classics.