Arts in Phoenix

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Tue, Oct 20 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Adult Crafternoon

Tue, Oct 20 · 12:30 PM–2:30 PM

Join us on the third Tuesday of the month for a fun afternoon of creating!

Free

Beginning Adult Basic Sign Language

Tue, Oct 20 · 12:30 PM–1:30 PM · Meeting Room, Juniper Library

Free

Adult Art & Craft

Tue, Oct 20 · 1 PM–2 PM · Agave Activity Space

Adults! Come and create with us. This program starts at 1:00 and will give you enough time to finish the project by our end.

Free

Learning Through Play

Tue, Oct 20 · 2 PM–3 PM · Lecture Room, Burton Barr Central Library

Free

Family Fun

Tue, Oct 20 · 4 PM–5 PM · Palo Verde Library

Free

Fall Garden After Dark

Tue, Oct 20 · 6 PM–10 PM

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Wed, Oct 21 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Pumpkin Painting

Wed, Oct 21 · 10:30 AM–12 PM · Lecture Room, Burton Barr Central Library

When you look for a pumpkin, you want the biggest one you can find to have the best Jack O’ Lantern around!

Free

ReaderReady Roundup

Wed, Oct 21 · 1:30 PM–2:30 PM · Meeting Room, Ocotillo Library and Workforce Literacy Center

Join our reading party for beginning readers ages 5-8, accompanied by a grown-up.

Free

Pumpkin Painting

Wed, Oct 21 · 2 PM–4 PM · Lecture Room, Burton Barr Central Library

When you look for a pumpkin, you want the biggest one you can find to have the best Jack O’ Lantern around!

Free

MACH2: Sewing 101

Wed, Oct 21 · 3 PM–5 PM · MACH2, Cholla Library

Always wanted to learn how to sew? Or do you know how to sew, but it has been ages since you’ve used a sewing machine?

Free

Tween Scene

Wed, Oct 21 · 3 PM–4 PM · Storytime Room, Harmon Library

Free

Afternoon Adventures - Count your Buttons Day!

Wed, Oct 21 · 3:30 PM–4:30 PM · Meeting Room, Desert Sage Library

Free

ArtWise

Wed, Oct 21 · 4 PM–5 PM · Meeting Room, Desert Broom Library

Recommended for ages 5 – 12 with a grown up. Everyone is an Artist!

Free

Library Stitch Club

Wed, Oct 21 · 6 PM–7:45 PM · Tempe Public Library

Free

Crafts of Kindness: Kindness Stones

Wed, Oct 21 · 6 PM–7 PM · Tempe Public Library

This week we'll be making kindness stones out of river rocks.

Free

Fall Garden After Dark

Wed, Oct 21 · 6 PM–10 PM

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Thu, Oct 22 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Quilting Club

Thu, Oct 22 · 10 AM–1 PM · Community Room L162-L163, South Mountain Community Library

Beginners and experts are welcome. Ages 16 and up. Bring your favorite cotton quilting fabric, transparent rulers, fabric scissors, pins, needles and cotton thread.

Free

Learning Through Play

Thu, Oct 22 · 2 PM–3 PM · Lecture Room, Burton Barr Central Library

Free

MACH2: Sewing 101

Thu, Oct 22 · 3 PM–5 PM · MACH2, Cholla Library

NOTE: This sewing project will be a repeat of MACH2: Sewing 101's program from earlier this month.

Free

Tween S.T.E.A.M

Thu, Oct 22 · 3:30 PM–4:30 PM · Meeting Room, Agave Library

Free

TeenTime!

Thu, Oct 22 · 3:30 PM–5 PM · South Mountain Community Library

Free

Digital Art: Cute Monster on Procreate

Thu, Oct 22 · 4 PM–5:15 PM · MACH1, Burton Barr Central Library

Join us in MACH1 this week to create your own cartoon monster using Procreate on the iPad.

Free

Fall Garden After Dark

Thu, Oct 22 · 6 PM–10 PM

Price: see link

Thursday Sunset Socials

Thu, Oct 22 · 6 PM–9 PM

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Fri, Oct 23 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Spooky Sponge Ghosts

Fri, Oct 23 · 10:30 AM–12 PM · Lecture Room, Burton Barr Central Library

Boo-tiful fun awaits! Join us as we make silly sponge‑stamp ghosts that float and wiggle across black paper.

Free

ReaderReady Roundup

Fri, Oct 23 · 3:30 PM–4:30 PM · Storytime Room, Palo Verde Library

Join our reading party for beginning readers ages 5-8, accompanied by a grown-up.

Free

Fall Garden After Dark

Fri, Oct 23 · 6 PM–10 PM

Price: see link

Daniel Sloss: BITTER (Brand New Tour!)

Sat, Oct 24 · The Van Buren, 401 W Van Buren St, Phoenix, AZ

DOORS: 6PM SHOW: 7PM Daniel Sloss VIP Post Show M&G includes: - one reserved seat, a post-show meet & greet with the artist - photo with the artist (please make sure to bring your cameras/phones) - and a special…

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Sat, Oct 24 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Storytime in the Hundred Acre Wood

Sat, Oct 24 · 11 AM–12 PM · Tempe Public Library

Celebrate 100 years of Winnie-the-Pooh ! Join us for a storytime filled with bears, bees, and honey, then stick around for Winnie-the-Pooh themed activities inspired by the Hundred Acre Wood.

Free

STEAM Time!

Sat, Oct 24 · 11:30 AM–1 PM · South Mountain Community Library

Free

Beginner Mahjong

Sat, Oct 24 · 12 PM–1 PM · Meeting Room, Agave Library

Do you want to learn the popular game Mahjong? The instructor will use library supplied Mahjong materials to teach the lesson.

Free

Mahjong Meet Up

Sat, Oct 24 · 1 PM–3 PM · Meeting Room, Agave Library

Join us for a few games of Mahjong. This patron-led open play is for experienced Mahjong players.

Free

Family Fun

Sat, Oct 24 · 1:30 PM–2:30 PM · Meeting Room, Desert Sage Library

Free

Creativity Corner

Sat, Oct 24 · 2 PM–3 PM · Century Library

Are you a reluctant or inexperienced crafter? Are you looking for new projects but don't know where to start?

Free

Romantasy Gala

Sat, Oct 24 · 2 PM–4 PM · Tempe Public Library

Join us for an enchanting afternoon at Tempe Public Library's Romantasy Gala, where fantasy, romance, and creativity come together for a magical celebration.

Free

Fall Garden After Dark

Sat, Oct 24 · 6 PM–10 PM

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Sun, Oct 25 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Fall Garden After Dark

Sun, Oct 25 · 6 PM–10 PM

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Mon, Oct 26 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Halloween Dot Art

Mon, Oct 26 · 10:30 AM–12 PM · Lecture Room, Burton Barr Central Library

Families will explore colorful dot-art activities that strengthen fine motor skills, hand–eye coordination, and early pre-writing.

Free

Chess Club

Mon, Oct 26 · 4 PM–4:50 PM · Meeting Room, Ironwood Library

Free

Crochet Corner

Mon, Oct 26 · 5 PM–6 PM · Tempe Public Library

Join us in this hands-on teen crochet club, perfect for beginners and experienced fiber artists looking to connect with other yarn enthusiasts!

Free

Fall Garden After Dark

Mon, Oct 26 · 6 PM–10 PM

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Tue, Oct 27 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Beginning Adult Basic Sign Language

Tue, Oct 27 · 12:30 PM–1:30 PM · Meeting Room, Juniper Library

Free

Learning Through Play

Tue, Oct 27 · 2 PM–3 PM · Lecture Room, Burton Barr Central Library

Free

Family Fun

Tue, Oct 27 · 4 PM–5 PM · Palo Verde Library

Free

Sidewalk Chalk Art

Tue, Oct 27 · 4 PM–4:45 PM · Tempe Public Library

Grab your grown up and join us for a colorful afternoon of chalk art and activities.

Free

D&D for Adults - New Location!

Tue, Oct 27 · 5:15 PM–6:45 PM · Burton Barr Central Library

New Temporary Location Devonshire Senior Center 2802 East Devonshire Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85016 Join us for a game of Dungeons & Dragons!

Free

Fall Garden After Dark

Tue, Oct 27 · 6 PM–10 PM

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Wed, Oct 28 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Tween Scene

Wed, Oct 28 · 3 PM–4 PM · Storytime Room, Harmon Library

Free

Afternoon Adventures - Día de los Muertos!

Wed, Oct 28 · 3:30 PM–4:30 PM · Meeting Room, Desert Sage Library

Free

MACH2: WeDo Wednesday LEGO Robotics

Wed, Oct 28 · 4 PM–5 PM · MACH2, Cholla Library

Join us in MACH2 for WeDo Wednesdays: LEGO Robotics. Ready to build moving robots, learn how motors work, and do basic programming?

Free

All About Teens: Paint Phoenix Purple

Wed, Oct 28 · 4:30 PM–5:30 PM · Meeting Room, Ocotillo Library and Workforce Literacy Center

Join us every 2nd and 4th Wednesday for a teen hangout! Whether you're interested in learning music coding, trying out new games, or getting crafty with art, there's something for everyone—no experience required!

Free

Crafts of Kindness: Hot Cocoa Jars

Wed, Oct 28 · 6 PM–7 PM · Tempe Public Library

This week we'll be decoupaging jars with recycled materials and filling them up with homemade hot cocoa mix!

Free

Fall Garden After Dark

Wed, Oct 28 · 6 PM–10 PM

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Thu, Oct 29 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Learning Through Play

Thu, Oct 29 · 2 PM–3 PM · Lecture Room, Burton Barr Central Library

Free

Tween S.T.E.A.M

Thu, Oct 29 · 3:30 PM–4:30 PM · Meeting Room, Agave Library

Free

TeenTime!

Thu, Oct 29 · 3:30 PM–5 PM · South Mountain Community Library

Free

Fall Garden After Dark

Thu, Oct 29 · 6 PM–10 PM

Price: see link

Thursday Sunset Socials

Thu, Oct 29 · 6 PM–9 PM

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Fri, Oct 30 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Halloween Celebration

Fri, Oct 30 · 10 AM–11 AM · Tempe Public Library

Come celebrate Halloween with us! We will start with a fang-tastic storytime and spooky dance party in the Desert Willow room.

Free

Monster Mash: A Printing Pop-up

Fri, Oct 30 · 1:30 PM–2:30 PM · Burton Barr Central Library

Join us for this print & take event as we run our printing presses, offering limited-edition monster designs.

Free

Fall Garden After Dark

Fri, Oct 30 · 6 PM–10 PM

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Sat, Oct 31 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

STEAM Time!

Sat, Oct 31 · 11:30 AM–1 PM · South Mountain Community Library

Free

Family Fun

Sat, Oct 31 · 1:30 PM–2:30 PM · Meeting Room, Desert Sage Library

Free

Special Halloween Craft

Sat, Oct 31 · 2 PM–3 PM · Meeting Room, Juniper Library

Want more fun and less scary? Join us for a special "non-scary" drop in craft for Halloween.

Free

Fall Garden After Dark

Sat, Oct 31 · 6 PM–10 PM

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Sun, Nov 1 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Library Stitch Club

Sun, Nov 1 · 1 PM–3 PM · Tempe Public Library

Are you a knitter, crocheter, embroiderer, quilter, or cross-stitcher?

Free

Sunday Funday: Autumn Paper Craft

Sun, Nov 1 · 3 PM–3:45 PM · Tempe Public Library

Calling all kids! Grab your grown-up and join us for a fun family activity!

Free

Fall Garden After Dark

Sun, Nov 1 · 6 PM–10 PM

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Mon, Nov 2 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Chess Club

Mon, Nov 2 · 4 PM–4:50 PM · Meeting Room, Ironwood Library

Free

Fall Garden After Dark

Mon, Nov 2 · 6 PM–10 PM

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Tue, Nov 3 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Beginning Adult Basic Sign Language

Tue, Nov 3 · 12:30 PM–1:30 PM · Meeting Room, Juniper Library

Free

Family Fun

Tue, Nov 3 · 4 PM–5 PM · Palo Verde Library

Free

Folded Book Art

Tue, Nov 3 · 5:30 PM–6:45 PM · MACH1, Burton Barr Central Library

Join us this week in MACH1 and create an LED candle out of recycled books and simple circuits.

Free

Fall Garden After Dark

Tue, Nov 3 · 6 PM–10 PM

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Wed, Nov 4 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Tween Scene

Wed, Nov 4 · 3 PM–4 PM · Storytime Room, Harmon Library

Free

Afternoon Adventures

Wed, Nov 4 · 3:30 PM–4:30 PM · Meeting Room, Desert Sage Library

Free

Paper Crafts

Wed, Nov 4 · 4 PM–5 PM · Ironwood Library

Are you looking for a chance to have fun? Stop by Ironwood Library on the first Wednesday of the month to learn how to create a new papercraft!

Free

Brick Builds at Mesquite

Wed, Nov 4 · 4 PM–5 PM · Meeting Room, Mesquite Library

Come drop into our Brick Building Sessions where you can use your imaginations to design, create, and show off exciting and unique Brick builds based on various concepts.

Free

Happily Ever Crafter

Wed, Nov 4 · 4 PM–4:45 PM · Tempe Public Library

Join us to hear a story and make a craft. The story may end but the craft lives on!

Free

Fall Garden After Dark

Wed, Nov 4 · 6 PM–10 PM

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Thu, Nov 5 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Crafty Adults: Native American Heritage Week

Thu, Nov 5 · 11 AM–12 PM · Meeting Room, Ocotillo Library and Workforce Literacy Center

Are you a reluctant or inexperienced crafter? Are you looking for new projects but don't know where to start?

Free

Tween S.T.E.A.M

Thu, Nov 5 · 3:30 PM–4:30 PM · Meeting Room, Agave Library

Free

TeenTime!

Thu, Nov 5 · 3:30 PM–5 PM · South Mountain Community Library

Free

Fall Garden After Dark

Thu, Nov 5 · 6 PM–10 PM

Price: see link

Thursday Sunset Socials

Thu, Nov 5 · 6 PM–9 PM

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Fri, Nov 6 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

ReaderReady Roundup

Fri, Nov 6 · 1:30 PM–2:30 PM · Meeting Room, Desert Sage Library

Join our reading party for beginning readers ages 5-8, accompanied by a grown-up.

Free

Cardmaking Studio

Fri, Nov 6 · 3:30 PM–4:30 PM · Meeting Room, Ironwood Library

Do you have a special event or celebration coming up? Are you looking for the perfect gift for a cherished friend or loved one?

Free

Fall Garden After Dark

Fri, Nov 6 · 6 PM–10 PM

Price: see link

Suns vs Rockets: ORIGINATIV

Sat, Nov 7 · Mortgage Matchup Center, 201 East Jefferson Street, Phoenix, AZ

Join us for ORIGINATIV Night presented by Gila River Resorts & Casinos as we honor Arizona's 22 Tribal Nations in a celebration of culture and community.

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Sat, Nov 7 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

The Accidental Crafter

Sat, Nov 7 · 9:30 AM–11 AM · Meeting Room, Cholla Library

Are you a reluctant or inexperienced crafter? Are you looking for new projects but don't know where to start?

Free

Arizona PBS Presents: Almas Way Explore Your City

Sat, Nov 7 · 10 AM–12 PM · Meeting Room, Prickly Pear Library

Come explore your city with Arizona PBS and our PBS KIDS friend Alma from Alma’s Way!

Free

STEAM Time!

Sat, Nov 7 · 11:30 AM–1 PM · South Mountain Community Library

Free

Beginner Mahjong

Sat, Nov 7 · 12 PM–1 PM · Meeting Room, Agave Library

Free

Mahjong Meet Up

Sat, Nov 7 · 1 PM–3 PM · Meeting Room, Agave Library

Free

Family Fun

Sat, Nov 7 · 1:30 PM–2:30 PM · Meeting Room, Desert Sage Library

Free

Creativity Quest!

Sat, Nov 7 · 2 PM–3 PM · Meeting Room, Mesquite Library

Bring the whole family for a drop-in art adventure and step into a world of imagination.

Free

Bike Lab

Sat, Nov 7 · 3 PM–3:25 PM · Meeting Room, Harmon Library

Free

Sit and Stitch

Sat, Nov 7 · 3 PM–4:45 PM · Ironwood Library

Free

Bike Lab

Sat, Nov 7 · 3:30 PM–3:55 PM · Meeting Room, Harmon Library

Free

Fused Glass Candle Ornament--Adult Craft Class

Sat, Nov 7 · 3:30 PM–4:45 PM · Meeting Room, Juniper Library

Join artist, Beth Maggio, in layering pieces of colored glass to be melted and fused together creating beautiful glass ornaments.

Free

Library Tastemakers: Sourdough for Beginners

Sat, Nov 7 · 3:30 PM–4:30 PM · Tempe Public Library

Interested in trying your hand at sourdough baking? Join us to learn the basics of creating and maintaining a sourdough starter.

Free

Bike Lab

Sat, Nov 7 · 4 PM–4:30 PM · Meeting Room, Harmon Library

Free

Fall Garden After Dark

Sat, Nov 7 · 6 PM–10 PM

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Sun, Nov 8 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Sunday Funday: Beads of the Harvest

Sun, Nov 8 · 3 PM–3:45 PM · Tempe Public Library

Join us for a fun, hands-on craft where kids will make their own beaded corn husk!

Free

Fall Garden After Dark

Sun, Nov 8 · 6 PM–10 PM

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Mon, Nov 9 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Masterpiece Monday

Mon, Nov 9 · 2 PM–3:30 PM · Meeting Room, Yucca Library

Whether you are a master or you've never picked up a brush, you will leave with a MASTERPIECE all your own.

Free

Chess Club

Mon, Nov 9 · 4 PM–4:50 PM · Meeting Room, Ironwood Library

Free

Teen Art Gallery: The Whimsy of Keith Haring and Intuitive Drawing

Mon, Nov 9 · 4 PM–5 PM · Tempe Public Library

Explore the life and work of Keith Haring and intuitive drawing, then get inspired to create your own art piece using paint pens.

Free

Fall Garden After Dark

Mon, Nov 9 · 6 PM–10 PM

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Tue, Nov 10 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Quilting Club

Tue, Nov 10 · 10 AM–1 PM · Conference Room L105, South Mountain Community Library

Beginners and experts are welcome. Ages 16 and up. Bring your favorite cotton quilting fabric, transparent rulers, fabric scissors, pins, needles and cotton thread.

Free

Beginner Mahjong

Tue, Nov 10 · 12 PM–1 PM · Meeting Room, Agave Library

Free

Beginning Adult Basic Sign Language

Tue, Nov 10 · 12:30 PM–1:30 PM · Meeting Room, Juniper Library

Free

Mahjong Meet Up

Tue, Nov 10 · 1 PM–3 PM · Meeting Room, Agave Library

Free

Family Fun

Tue, Nov 10 · 4 PM–5 PM · Palo Verde Library

Free

D&D for Adults - New Location!

Tue, Nov 10 · 5:15 PM–6:45 PM · Burton Barr Central Library

New Temporary Location Devonshire Senior Center 2802 East Devonshire Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85016 Join us for a game of Dungeons & Dragons!

Free

Fall Garden After Dark

Tue, Nov 10 · 6 PM–10 PM

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Wed, Nov 11 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Fall Garden After Dark

Wed, Nov 11 · 6 PM–10 PM

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Thu, Nov 12 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Tween S.T.E.A.M

Thu, Nov 12 · 3:30 PM–4:30 PM · Meeting Room, Agave Library

Free

TeenTime!

Thu, Nov 12 · 3:30 PM–5 PM · South Mountain Community Library

Free

Fall Garden After Dark

Thu, Nov 12 · 6 PM–10 PM

Price: see link

Thursday Sunset Socials

Thu, Nov 12 · 6 PM–9 PM

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Fri, Nov 13 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Crochet Corner

Fri, Nov 13 · 4 PM–5 PM · Tempe Public Library

Join us in this hands-on teen crochet club, perfect for beginners and experienced fiber artists looking to connect with other yarn enthusiasts!

Free

Fall Garden After Dark

Fri, Nov 13 · 6 PM–10 PM

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Sat, Nov 14 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Bike Safety Rodeo

Sat, Nov 14 · 9 AM–11 AM · South Mountain Community Library

Join us for a Bike Rodeo! Learn the rules of the road and bike safety with a fun obstacle course in the library parking lot.

Free

STEAM Time!

Sat, Nov 14 · 11:30 AM–1 PM · South Mountain Community Library

Free

Pokémon Trainer Academy

Sat, Nov 14 · 1 PM–2 PM · Meeting Room, Cholla Library

Calling all Pokémon trainers to join us for fun Pokémon themed games and activities!

Free

Family Fun - Pokémon Club

Sat, Nov 14 · 1:30 PM–2:30 PM · Meeting Room, Desert Sage Library

Free

Art for All

Sat, Nov 14 · 2 PM–3:15 PM · Meeting Room, Agave Library

Artists of all ages and skill levels are welcome to join us for this monthly art program.

Free

Adult Crafternoon

Sat, Nov 14 · 2 PM–3:30 PM · Meeting Room, Yucca Library

Join us at Yucca Library to explore different craft projects geared toward adults.

Free

Special Thanksgiving Craft

Sat, Nov 14 · 2 PM–3 PM · Meeting Room, Juniper Library

Alert the turkeys! Thanksgiving is coming. Join us for a fun craft to try and save the turkeys.

Free

Fused Glass Candle Ornament--Adult Craft Class

Sat, Nov 14 · 3:30 PM–4:45 PM · Meeting Room, Juniper Library

Join artist, Beth Maggio, in layering pieces of colored glass to be melted and fused together creating beautiful glass ornaments.

Free

Fall Garden After Dark

Sat, Nov 14 · 6 PM–10 PM

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Sun, Nov 15 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Recycled Book Crafts: Book Turkey

Sun, Nov 15 · 2 PM–4 PM · Tempe Public Library

We'll provide the supplies, you provide the creativity! *This program includes the use of hot glue guns, as well as paper folding and creasing*

Free

Sunday Funday with Fang!

Sun, Nov 15 · 3 PM–3:45 PM · Tempe Public Library

Fang's story, from his owner, Adam: I came across a very friendly (and hungry) black cat on my street in the spring of 2022.

Free

Fall Garden After Dark

Sun, Nov 15 · 6 PM–10 PM

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Mon, Nov 16 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Chess Club

Mon, Nov 16 · 4 PM–4:50 PM · Meeting Room, Ironwood Library

Free

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Tue, Nov 17 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Adult Crafternoon

Tue, Nov 17 · 12:30 PM–2:30 PM

Join us on the third Tuesday of the month for a fun afternoon of creating!

Free

Beginning Adult Basic Sign Language

Tue, Nov 17 · 12:30 PM–1:30 PM · Meeting Room, Juniper Library

Free

Adult Art & Craft

Tue, Nov 17 · 1 PM–2 PM · Agave Activity Space

Adults! Come and create with us. This program starts at 1:00 and will give you enough time to finish the project by our end.

Free

Family Fun

Tue, Nov 17 · 4 PM–5 PM · Palo Verde Library

Free

Bad Art Night

Tue, Nov 17 · 5:30 PM–6:30 PM · Conference Room L105, South Mountain Community Library

Adults, come and enjoy a night of art! Create art without rules and allow your creativity to flow.

Free

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Wed, Nov 18 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

ReaderReady Roundup

Wed, Nov 18 · 1:30 PM–2:30 PM · Meeting Room, Ocotillo Library and Workforce Literacy Center

Join our reading party for beginning readers ages 5-8, accompanied by a grown-up.

Free

MACH2: Sewing 101

Wed, Nov 18 · 3 PM–5 PM · MACH2, Cholla Library

Always wanted to learn how to sew? Or do you know how to sew, but it has been ages since you’ve used a sewing machine?

Free

Tween Scene

Wed, Nov 18 · 3 PM–4 PM · Storytime Room, Harmon Library

Free

Afternoon Adventures - Adventure Travel Packs!

Wed, Nov 18 · 3:30 PM–4:30 PM · Meeting Room, Desert Sage Library

Free

ArtWise

Wed, Nov 18 · 4 PM–5 PM · Meeting Room, Desert Broom Library

Recommended for ages 5 – 12 with a grown up. Everyone is an Artist!

Free

Library Stitch Club

Wed, Nov 18 · 6 PM–7:45 PM · Tempe Public Library

Free

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Thu, Nov 19 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Tween S.T.E.A.M

Thu, Nov 19 · 3:30 PM–4:30 PM · Meeting Room, Agave Library

Free

TeenTime!

Thu, Nov 19 · 3:30 PM–5 PM · South Mountain Community Library

Free

Personalized Coin Pouch

Thu, Nov 19 · 4 PM–5:15 PM · MACH1, Burton Barr Central Library

Join us in MACH1 this week at repurpose an old bank coin pouch into a fun piece of functional art using acrylic paint and other materials.

Free

MACH2: Glowforge

Thu, Nov 19 · 4 PM–5:30 PM · MACH2, Cholla Library

Ever wanted to learn how a laser cutter works or how to make your own custom deigns?

Free

Thursday Sunset Socials

Thu, Nov 19 · 6 PM–9 PM

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Fri, Nov 20 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Mini STEAMers

Fri, Nov 20 · 10 AM–10:45 AM · Tempe Public Library

Class Themes: 08/21: Butterflies - Discover the life cycle of butterflies and learn how these colorful pollinators help plants grow.

Free

Library for All Abilities

Fri, Nov 20 · 2 PM–3 PM · Meeting Room, Mesquite Library

Library for All Abilities offers adults with disabilities and their caregivers the opportunity to make, craft, create, and explore at the library.

Free

ReaderReady Roundup

Fri, Nov 20 · 3:30 PM–4:30 PM · Storytime Room, Palo Verde Library

Join our reading party for beginning readers ages 5-8, accompanied by a grown-up.

Free

The Arts at Taliesin West: Introduction to Embroidery with Crystal Peralta

Sat, Nov 21 · Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin West, 12621 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd. The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, Scottsdale, AZ

Join artist Crystal Peralta for a beginner-friendly embroidery class.

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Sat, Nov 21 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

The Accidental Crafter

Sat, Nov 21 · 10 AM–11:30 AM · Meeting Room, Acacia Library

Are you a reluctant or inexperienced crafter? Are you looking for new projects but don't know where to start?

Free

STEAM Saturday for Families: Pen Chromatography

Sat, Nov 21 · 10:30 AM–11:15 AM · Meeting Room, Saguaro Library

Pen chromatography is the process of separating an ink mixture so you can see each part individually.

Free

STEAM Time!

Sat, Nov 21 · 11:30 AM–1 PM · South Mountain Community Library

Free

Adult Crafternoon

Sat, Nov 21 · 1 PM–4 PM · Meeting Room, Juniper Library

Adults, come craft with us, join us monthly as we explore new crafting techniques that are geared towards adults--hot glue, needles, and crochet, oh my!

Free

Build a Gift

Sat, Nov 21 · 2 PM–3:30 PM · Meeting Room, Agave Library

Agave will provide all sorts of DIY materials and crafting supplies for you to choose from to create an unique gift for a special someone in your life.

Free

Creativity Corner

Sat, Nov 21 · 2 PM–3 PM · Century Library

Are you a reluctant or inexperienced crafter? Are you looking for new projects but don't know where to start?

Free

STEAM Team

Sat, Nov 21 · 2 PM–3 PM · Meeting Room, Desert Broom Library

Every 3rd Saturday of the month, kids ages 6-12 are welcome to drop-in to our makerspace where they will explore hands-on creative ways to design, experiment, and invent as they engage in Science, Technology,…

Free

MACH2: Cricut Paper Crafting - Vinyl Decal

Sat, Nov 21 · 3 PM–4:45 PM · MACH2, Cholla Library

Join us at Cholla Library's MACH2 for an introduction to Cricut Design Space!

Free

Sit and Stitch

Sat, Nov 21 · 3 PM–4:45 PM · Ironwood Library

Free

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Sun, Nov 22 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Sunday Funday

Sun, Nov 22 · 3 PM–3:45 PM · Tempe Public Library

Calling all kids! Grab your grown-up and join us for a fun family activity!

Free

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Mon, Nov 23 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Chess Club

Mon, Nov 23 · 4 PM–4:50 PM · Meeting Room, Ironwood Library

Free

Pixel It: Perler Bead Creations

Mon, Nov 23 · 5:30 PM–6:30 PM · Tempe Public Library

Join us to create pixel perfect perler bead art! Turn your ideas into pixelized decorations, keychains, coaster and more.

Free

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Tue, Nov 24 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Beginning Adult Basic Sign Language

Tue, Nov 24 · 12:30 PM–1:30 PM · Meeting Room, Juniper Library

Free

Larry Omaha

Wed, Nov 25 · Talking Stick Resort, 9800 E. Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale, AZ

Larry Omaha is an award-winning Native American comedian, actor, voice artist, and storyteller whose career spans more than 40 years.

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Wed, Nov 25 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Tween Scene

Wed, Nov 25 · 3 PM–4 PM · Storytime Room, Harmon Library

Free

All About Teens

Wed, Nov 25 · 4:30 PM–5:30 PM · Meeting Room, Ocotillo Library and Workforce Literacy Center

Join us every 2nd and 4th Wednesday for a teen hangout! Whether you're interested in learning music coding, trying out new games, or getting crafty with art, there's something for everyone—no experience required!

Free

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Fri, Nov 27 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Sat, Nov 28 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Public Art: Window Art Mosaic!

Sat, Nov 28 · 10:30 AM–12 PM · Saguaro Library

Help create public art at Saguaro Library! Join us to create a giant art mosaic on our back patio windows.

Free

STEAM Time!

Sat, Nov 28 · 11:30 AM–1 PM · South Mountain Community Library

Free

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Sun, Nov 29 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Mon, Nov 30 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Chess Club

Mon, Nov 30 · 4 PM–4:50 PM · Meeting Room, Ironwood Library

Free

Crochet Corner

Mon, Nov 30 · 5 PM–6 PM · Tempe Public Library

Join us in this hands-on teen crochet club, perfect for beginners and experienced fiber artists looking to connect with other yarn enthusiasts!

Free

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Tue, Dec 1 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Beginning Adult Basic Sign Language

Tue, Dec 1 · 12:30 PM–1:30 PM · Meeting Room, Juniper Library

Free

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Wed, Dec 2 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Jammies & Jams: A Morning Dance Party

Wed, Dec 2 · 10 AM–11:30 AM · MACH1, Burton Barr Central Library

Rise, shine, roll out of bed... and head to the library! Burton Barr Children's Place is hosting a books-before-breakfast extravaganza - a morning filled with stories, songs and sunshine-y shenanigans!

Free

Afternoon Adventures

Wed, Dec 2 · 3:30 PM–4:30 PM · Meeting Room, Desert Sage Library

Free

Paper Crafts

Wed, Dec 2 · 4 PM–5 PM · Ironwood Library

Are you looking for a chance to have fun? Stop by Ironwood Library on the first Wednesday of the month to learn how to create a new papercraft!

Free

Happily Ever Crafter

Wed, Dec 2 · 4 PM–4:45 PM · Tempe Public Library

Join us to hear a story and make a craft. The story may end but the craft lives on!

Free

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Thu, Dec 3 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Fri, Dec 4 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

ReaderReady Roundup

Fri, Dec 4 · 1:30 PM–2:30 PM · Meeting Room, Desert Sage Library

Join our reading party for beginning readers ages 5-8, accompanied by a grown-up.

Free

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Sat, Dec 5 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Family Fun

Sat, Dec 5 · 1:30 PM–2:30 PM · Meeting Room, Desert Sage Library

Free

Creativity Quest!

Sat, Dec 5 · 2 PM–3 PM · Meeting Room, Mesquite Library

Bring the whole family for a drop-in art adventure and step into a world of imagination.

Free

Sit and Stitch

Sat, Dec 5 · 3 PM–4:45 PM · Ironwood Library

Free

Library Tastemakers: The Art of Tea Blending

Sat, Dec 5 · 3:30 PM–4:30 PM · Tempe Public Library

Discover the art of tea blending in this hands‑on workshop. Learn how different flavors complement each other and experiment with a variety of tea leaves, herbs, and ingredients to craft your own personalized blend.

Free

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Sun, Dec 6 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Library Stitch Club

Sun, Dec 6 · 1 PM–3 PM · Tempe Public Library

Are you a knitter, crocheter, embroiderer, quilter, or cross-stitcher?

Free

Sunday Funday: Lacing & Weaving

Sun, Dec 6 · 3 PM–3:45 PM · Tempe Public Library

Calling all kids! Grab your grown-up and join us for a fun family activity!

Free

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Mon, Dec 7 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Chess Club

Mon, Dec 7 · 4 PM–4:50 PM · Meeting Room, Ironwood Library

Free

Teen Art Gallery - Winter Watercolor

Mon, Dec 7 · 4 PM–5 PM · Tempe Public Library

Create your own winter wonderland using different watercolor techniques and opt for a glittery finish if you like.

Free

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Tue, Dec 8 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Beginner Mahjong

Tue, Dec 8 · 12 PM–1 PM · Meeting Room, Agave Library

Free

Beginning Adult Basic Sign Language

Tue, Dec 8 · 12:30 PM–1:30 PM · Meeting Room, Juniper Library

Free

Mahjong Meet Up

Tue, Dec 8 · 1 PM–3 PM · Meeting Room, Agave Library

Free

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Wed, Dec 9 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Puzzle Swap

Wed, Dec 9 · 2 PM–3 PM · Meeting Room, Prickly Pear Library

Adults and teens, join us for our Puzzle Swap! Bring your gently used jigsaw puzzle to swap for another.

Free

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Thu, Dec 10 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Quilting Club

Thu, Dec 10 · 10 AM–1 PM · Community Room L162-L163, South Mountain Community Library

Beginners and experts are welcome. Ages 16 and up. Bring your favorite cotton quilting fabric, transparent rulers, fabric scissors, pins, needles and cotton thread.

Free

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Fri, Dec 11 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Crochet Corner

Fri, Dec 11 · 4 PM–5 PM · Tempe Public Library

Join us in this hands-on teen crochet club, perfect for beginners and experienced fiber artists looking to connect with other yarn enthusiasts!

Free

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Sat, Dec 12 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Celebrate the Holidays with a Special Ornament

Sat, Dec 12 · 1 PM–2 PM · Meeting Room, Juniper Library

Join us to create a special Holiday craft for your family. This program works best with ages 5 and up.

Free

Family Fun - Pokémon Club

Sat, Dec 12 · 1:30 PM–2:30 PM · Meeting Room, Desert Sage Library

Free

Puzzle Exchange

Sat, Dec 12 · 2 PM–3:30 PM · Meeting Room, Juniper Library

Need some new puzzles to put together? Drop in with up to 10 puzzles to exchange with other puzzle enthusiasts.

Free

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Sun, Dec 13 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Sunday Funday: Winter Wonderland Bingo

Sun, Dec 13 · 3 PM–3:45 PM · Tempe Public Library

Calling all kids! Grab your grown-up and join us for a fun family activity!

Free

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Mon, Dec 14 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Chess Club

Mon, Dec 14 · 4 PM–4:50 PM · Meeting Room, Ironwood Library

Free

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Tue, Dec 15 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Wed, Dec 16 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Afternoon Adventures

Wed, Dec 16 · 3:30 PM–4:30 PM · Meeting Room, Desert Sage Library

Free

Library Stitch Club

Wed, Dec 16 · 6 PM–7:45 PM · Tempe Public Library

Free

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Thu, Dec 17 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Super Bloom Art Exhibit

Fri, Dec 18 · 7 AM–10 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Valley Coffee Company & The Painters Lounge

Fri, Jun 24–12 · Valley Coffee Company, 100 W. Portland Street Suite 108, Phoenix, AZ

Valley Coffee Company and The Painters Lounge are collaborating to offer artistic coffee lovers creative paint night events.

Price: see link

Karaoke at Tiki Taka

Fri, Sep 4 – Fri, Oct 6 · Tiki Taka, 7500 E Doubletree Ranch Rd, Scottsdale, AZ

Karaoke Night at Tiki Taka! Join us on the first Friday of every month from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM for Karaoke Night at Tiki Taka.

Price: see link

Melrose First Friday Art Walk

Fri, Sep 4–3 · The Royale, 635 W Glenrosa Ave Ste 101, Phoenix, AZ

The Bend is back! Enjoy this free monthly event at The Royale.

Price: see link