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Urban Air Mesa: Teen Night

Happening now · Mar 14 – Jun 12 · Urban Air Mesa · 1920 W Broadway Rd, Mesa, AZ

Looking for fun activities for teens? The weekend place to be is Urban Air Adventure Park. The atmosphere changes when the...

Rock Painting

Thu, Jul 16, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Dobson Ranch Library · 2425 S Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202, Mesa, AZ · Ages 8–18

<p>Come paint a river rock! Ages 8-18.</p>

THINKspot Equipment Q&A

Sat, Jun 27, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Dobson Ranch Library · 2425 S Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202, Mesa, AZ

<p>If you have questions about the equipment in THINKspot, our THINKspot Librarian and volunteers are available to help you turn your project idea into a concrete action plan.</p><p>This is a drop-in program; no appointment is necessary.</p>

Puzzle Competition

Sat, Jun 20, 9:15 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Dobson Ranch Library · 2425 S Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202, Mesa, AZ · Ages 12+

<p>It's puzzle time again! Teams of 2-3 will go head-to-head in completing a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle in less than 90 minutes. Find your team members and have 1 person from your team register for 1 of the 8 spots. Note that this is a stand-alone Dobson competition and not connected to the Inter-City.

Circus Farm

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.

East Valley Children's Theatre 2025-26 Season (EVCT)

Happening now · Sep 19 – Jun 22 · Mesa Arts Center · 1 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85201, Mesa, AZ

East Valley Children’s Theatre 2025-26 season at Mesa Arts Center offers five family friendly productions from Sep 2025 to Jun 2026 for one all-in ticket.

Jurassic Park at the MIX

In 3 weeks · Tue, Jun 9, 10:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Main Library · 64 E 1st St, Mesa, AZ 85201, Mesa, AZ

<p>The ASU MIX and the Mesa Public Library proudly present, <em>Jurassic Park </em>PG-13. The showing will be at ASU Mix theater located across the street from the library, at 50 N Centennial Way, Mesa AZ. 85201. If you've never seen it on the big screen, it will not...

Cartoons and Pajamas

In 2 days · Wed, May 20, 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>

Phoenix Zoo: Zoo to You

In 3 weeks · Wed, Jun 10, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Main Library · 64 E 1st St, Mesa, AZ 85201, Mesa, AZ

<p>Get up close and personal with the Phoenix Zoo's captivating creatures! Expert staff share stories and information that are sure to leave an impression.</p>

Take-Home Program for Prereaders

Thu, Jun 18, 8:00 PM–1:00 AM UTC · Mesa Express Library · 7045 E Monterey Ave, Mesa, AZ 85209, Mesa, AZ

Tiny Art Show

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>

As You Wish Pottery Mug Painting

In 4 weeks · Thu, Jun 11, 9:00 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Red Mountain Library · 635 N Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85205, Mesa, AZ

<p>Step-by-step instructional painting of a 12oz mug. The mugs will be kiln-fired offsite. Participants will then be notified when the mugs are available for pick up at Red Mountain Library.</p>

Trading Card Game Club

Wed, Jul 15, 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...

Baby's First

Mon, May 18, 5:30 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Gateway Library · 5036 S Eastmark Pkwy, Mesa, AZ 85212, Mesa, AZ · Ages Up to 5

Funityfit: DanceFitness

Fri, Jul 10, 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...

America 250: Classic American Family Movie

In 3 weeks · Fri, Jun 5, 9:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Gateway Library · 5036 S Eastmark Pkwy, Mesa, AZ 85212, Mesa, AZ

<p>Join us as we celebrate America 250 with a variety of classic films. Each week, we will show a family-friendly film that is considered an American Classic. This week's title: Jurassic Park (1993)</p>

Gotta Catch Them All Party

Wed, Jun 24, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Dobson Ranch Library · 2425 S Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202, Mesa, AZ · Ages 6–12

<p>Join us for Pokémon crafts and a scavenger hunt! Ages 6-12.</p>

Story Creators

In 3 weeks · Wed, Jun 10, 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>

Let's Get Messy: Anything but a Paintbrush

Thu, Jun 18, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Dobson Ranch Library · 2425 S Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202, Mesa, AZ · Ages 6–12

<p>It's time to get messy! Leave the cleanup to us and join us monthly for fun, messy activities. This month we will be painting with a twist. You are not allowed to use a paintbrush. Ages 6-12.</p>

Saturday at the Ranch: Puzzles

In 3 weeks · Sat, Jun 6, 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>

Story Creators

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>

Fairytales Around the World: Cinderella

Thu, Jul 2, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Dobson Ranch Library · 2425 S Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202, Mesa, AZ · Ages 6–12

<p>Come join us as we read versions of Cinderella from different countries and cultures. Ages 6-12</p>

Kids' Clothing Swap

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>

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....

Phoenix Zoo: Zoo to You

In 3 weeks · Wed, Jun 10, 9:15 PM–10:15 PM UTC · Main Library · 64 E 1st St, Mesa, AZ 85201, Mesa, AZ

<p>Get up close and personal with the Phoenix Zoo's captivating creatures! Expert staff share stories and information that are sure to leave an impression.</p>

Trading Card Game Club

Wed, Jul 8, 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, Jul 1, 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...

Intro to 3D Printing

Thu, Jul 30, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Red Mountain Library · 635 N Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85205, Mesa, AZ · Ages 12+

<p>Come learn the basics of 3D printing. We will go over the types of machines at Red Mountain Library, settings and options on Thingiverse.com and Cura, and walk participants step-by-step through their first 3D print job. To ensure we have enough time for production, 15-minute projects will be...

Dino Dig

Fri, Jul 10, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Red Mountain Library · 635 N Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85205, Mesa, AZ · Ages 3+

<p>Become a Paleontologist and try your skills as you excavate a dinosaur from an egg. Ages 3+. Smaller children might need adult assistance. </p>

Trading Card Game Club

Wed, Jul 29, 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...