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Rock Painting

In 1 week · Thu, Jul 16, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Dobson Ranch Library · 2425 S Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202, Mesa, AZ · Ages 6–12

<p>Come paint a river rock! Ages 6-12.</p>

Recycled CD Crafts

Sat, Aug 15, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Dobson Ranch Library · 2425 S Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202, Mesa, AZ · Ages 6–12

<p>Come turn recycled CDs and DVDs into crafts. Ages 6-12.</p>

Minute to Win It

Wed, Aug 26, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Dobson Ranch Library · 2425 S Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202, Mesa, AZ · Ages 6–12

<p>Do you have what it takes to win it in a minute? Ages 6-12.</p>

Circus Farm

In 1 week · Jul 13 – Jul 27 · Mesa Arts Center · 1 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85201, Mesa, AZ

The Circus Farm returns! Escape the summer heat and join us for a family-friendly Mesa Arts Center experience. The day features a 60-minute air-conditioned family circus, with games, balloons, juggling, unicycle stunts, a hula hoop, LED lighted props, a giant robot and Aerial Lollipop.

Cartoons and Pajamas

In 4 weeks · Wed, Jul 29, 1:00 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Main Library · 64 E 1st St, Mesa, AZ 85201, Mesa, AZ

<p>Put on your pajamas and enjoy an evening of cartoons! We'll be showing a variety of modern and retro kid's shows great for any age.</p>

Strengthen Your Senses: Eyes

Fri, Aug 21, 5:15 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Main Library · 64 E 1st St, Mesa, AZ 85201, Mesa, AZ

<p>Developing our eye muscles helps us become better readers. We will engage in activities that work out those muscles and give practical tips for how you can keep building that strength at home!</p>

Rate My Playlist

Thu, Aug 27, 11:00 PM–11:45 PM UTC · Main Library · 64 E 1st St, Mesa, AZ 85201, Mesa, AZ

<p>Listen to a curated playlist and decide if the songs are bops or flops! A list of songs will be provided so you can add your favorites to your own playlist.</p>

Tiny Art Show

In 4 weeks · Thu, Jul 30, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Red Mountain Library · 635 N Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85205, Mesa, AZ

<p>Paint a mini masterpiece for the Red Mountain Library Tiny Art Show. All materials will be provided. </p>

Trading Card Game Club

Wed, Aug 26, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Red Mountain Library · 635 N Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85205, Mesa, AZ

<p>Are you a fan of the Pokémon© Trading Card Game? Then the Red Mountain Trading Card Game Club is the place for you! Bring your most powerful Pokémon© deck to the library and play against other kids in your community. If you don’t have a deck of your own or don’t know how to play, one of our...

Inside Beach Party

Tue, Aug 11, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Red Mountain Library · 635 N Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85205, Mesa, AZ

<p>Say goodbye to summer with our Inside Beach Party celebration. Play some games, partake in different challenges and dance the afternoon away. Flip Flops and sunglasses are optional. Snacks and drinks will be provided. </p>

Baby's First

In 1 week · Mon, Jul 13, 5:30 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Gateway Library · 5036 S Eastmark Pkwy, Mesa, AZ 85212, Mesa, AZ · Ages Up to 5

Funityfit: DanceFitness

In 4 weeks · Fri, Jul 31, 12:30 AM–2:00 AM UTC · Gateway Library · 5036 S Eastmark Pkwy, Mesa, AZ 85212, Mesa, AZ

<p><strong>DanceFitness — Confidence Through Movement</strong></p><p>A balanced mix of <strong>dance choreography and fitness training</strong>, designed to be inclusive, expressive, and empowering.</p><ul type="disc"><li data-list-item-id="e08834d8a5b591668e3d1ac761fc128a9">Build confidence and...

DanceFitness

In 4 weeks · Fri, Jul 31, 12:30 AM–2:00 AM UTC · Gateway Library · 5036 S Eastmark Pkwy, Mesa, AZ 85212, Mesa, AZ

<p><strong>DanceFitness — Confidence Through Movement</strong></p><p>A balanced mix of <strong>dance choreography and fitness training</strong>, designed to be inclusive, expressive, and empowering.</p><ul type="disc"><li data-list-item-id="e08834d8a5b591668e3d1ac761fc128a9">Build confidence and...

Basic Bicycle Maintenance

Thu, Sep 10, 1:00 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Dobson Ranch Library · 2425 S Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202, Mesa, AZ · Ages 14+

<p class="x_MsoNormal">Get your bike ready to roll with this fun, beginner-friendly intro to bicycle mechanics! The <a href="https://mesaaz.gov/mesamoves">City of Mesa’s MesaMoves</a> Program will cover simple maintenance you can easily do at home to keep your ride happy and running smoothly....

A Wimpy Kid's Journal Party

Thu, Aug 20, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Dobson Ranch Library · 2425 S Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202, Mesa, AZ · Ages 6–12

<p>Join us for Diary of a Wimpy Kid activities and crafts. Ages 6-12.</p>

Saturday at the Ranch: Puzzles

In 4 weeks · Sat, Aug 1, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Dobson Ranch Library · 2425 S Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202, Mesa, AZ

<p>We’ll break out the puzzles and families can choose their favorites to put together. Puzzles are beneficial for cognitive function, problem solving, and spatial reasoning. There will be a variety of puzzles to choose from which means guaranteed fun for all ages. 10am – 12pm</p>

Wreck This Journal

Mon, Aug 17, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Dobson Ranch Library · 2425 S Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202, Mesa, AZ · Ages 12–18

<p>Come join us for destructive fun and wreck a journal. Ages 12-18.</p>

Story Creators

Wed, Aug 19, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Dobson Ranch Library · 2425 S Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202, Mesa, AZ · Ages 8–12

<p>Create your own story using prompts and share them with friends! Ages 8-12.</p>

Roll for Picasso

Wed, Aug 12, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Dobson Ranch Library · 2425 S Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202, Mesa, AZ · Ages 8–12

<p>Create a portrait in the style of Picasso, but with a twist. You have to roll to see what you're drawing. Ages 8-12.</p>

Paper Airplanes

Mon, Aug 24, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Dobson Ranch Library · 2425 S Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202, Mesa, AZ · Ages 6–12

<p>Come build a paper airplane and test its aerodynamics. Ages 6-12.</p>

Kids' Clothing Swap

In 2 weeks · Sat, Jul 18, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Dobson Ranch Library · 2425 S Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202, Mesa, AZ · Ages Up to 12

<p>Have clothes that you grew out of or that don't fit your style anymore? Come swap them out! Bring your gently used and clean clothes to swap. Ages 0-12. We are limiting it to 5 items per child. Please no undergarments!</p>

Story Creators

In 1 week · Wed, Jul 15, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Dobson Ranch Library · 2425 S Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202, Mesa, AZ · Ages 8–12

<p>Create your own story using prompts and share them with friends! Ages 8-12.</p>

Paper Airplanes Challenge

Mon, Aug 24, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Dobson Ranch Library · 2425 S Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202, Mesa, AZ · Ages 6–12

<p>Come build a paper airplane and test its aerodynamics. Ages 6-12.</p>

Messy Journal

Mon, Aug 17, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Dobson Ranch Library · 2425 S Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202, Mesa, AZ · Ages 12–18

<p>Come join us for destructive fun and wreck a journal. Ages 12-18.</p>

Cartoons and Pajamas

Wed, Aug 12, 1:00 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Main Library · 64 E 1st St, Mesa, AZ 85201, Mesa, AZ

<p>Put on your pajamas and enjoy an evening of cartoons! We'll be showing a variety of modern and retro kid's shows great for any age.</p>

FIFA World Cup 2026™ Public Viewing: Australia vs Egypt

Fri, Jul 3, 6:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Red Mountain Library · 635 N Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85205, Mesa, AZ

<p>Experience the thrill of the world’s biggest soccer tournament right here at the library. Watch the match live with other fans on our giant screen and enjoy every goal, save, and memorable moment together.</p><p>Whether you’re cheering for your favorite team or simply love the energy of the...

Trading Card Game Club

Wed, Aug 5, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Red Mountain Library · 635 N Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85205, Mesa, AZ

<p>Are you a fan of the Pokémon© Trading Card Game? Then the Red Mountain Trading Card Game Club is the place for you! Bring your most powerful Pokémon© deck to the library and play against other kids in your community. If you don’t have a deck of your own or don’t know how to play, one of our...

Trading Card Game Club

Wed, Aug 12, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Red Mountain Library · 635 N Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85205, Mesa, AZ

<p>Are you a fan of the Pokémon© Trading Card Game? Then the Red Mountain Trading Card Game Club is the place for you! Bring your most powerful Pokémon© deck to the library and play against other kids in your community. If you don’t have a deck of your own or don’t know how to play, one of our...

Trading Card Game Club

Wed, Aug 19, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Red Mountain Library · 635 N Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85205, Mesa, AZ

<p>Are you a fan of the Pokémon© Trading Card Game? Then the Red Mountain Trading Card Game Club is the place for you! Bring your most powerful Pokémon© deck to the library and play against other kids in your community. If you don’t have a deck of your own or don’t know how to play, one of our...

Arizona Big Train Operators

Wed, Oct 7, 5:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Red Mountain Library · 635 N Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85205, Mesa, AZ

<p>Get your engineers cap ready as the <a href="http://azbigtrains.org/"><strong>Arizona Big Train Operators</strong></a> pull into the depot at Red Mountain Library. The model railroad display is moving full steam ahead with showcases of G-scale track, trains and model towns and several...