There’s nothing boring about Board Game Day! Grab a friend or two and join us for new and classic board game competition.
Help us create a podcast. You will learn how to audio engineer and broadcast. Participants must stay for an entire recording session. Two recording sessions will happen during each program. Appropriate for ages 12 and up.
Join knitting pro Deepali Gaitonde in this two-part series where you will learn the basics of knitting and use your newfound skills to make your own dishcloth. Never knitted before or maybe it’s been a while since you picked up your needles? No worries! These classes are perfect for getting you on your way to legitimate knitting.
All materials provided, registration requested. Please visit our online calendar to register.
Learn some neat tips and tricks for how to perfectly wrap your holiday gifts. All materials will be provided and light refreshments will be served. Space is limited; registration is required.
Contemporary Classroom brings Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art's exhibitions to the library with information about artists working today and a hands-on art making workshop. Appropriate for ages 7-12. No registration necessary.
Share your work and ideas with other writers and aspiring writers in this fun and supportive workshop. Learn to write better, receive feedback and be more creative. Snacks provided.
Watercolor 101
Saturday, Dec. 7, 10:30 am-12 pm
This workshop is for those of any experience level who want to try using watercolors to create one or several paintings to gift or keep. Internationally exhibited artist Kelley Schei focuses on teaching basic skills while letting you find your own creative style in a fun, supportive atmosphere. Space and supplies are limited; registration preferred. Please visit our online calendar to register.
Watercolor 102
Saturday, Dec. 14, 10:30 am-12 pm
This workshop explores intermediate skills and techniques using watercolors to create paintings to gift or keep. Internationally exhibited artist Kelley Schei focuses on teaching some intermediate skills while letting you find your own creative style in a fun, supportive atmosphere. Space and supplies are limited; registration preferred. Please visit our online calendar to register.
Drop in to use our sewing machines, Cricuts, 3D printers and more. Get one-on-one or group help to start a new project, finish something you’ve started, or simply learn something new. The Studio will help you take your skills to the next level.
Enjoy watching multiple model trains as they travel through a wintery display of town and country settings. This is a special display made entirely of LEGO. Members of the Youth in Model Railroading Club will be on hand to answer questions and share information about their club, which is the only model railroad club exclusively for and by the kids.
Enjoy a relaxing morning filled with tea, crafting and community every second Saturday of the month. Bring your current project or start one here. Some supplies provided. All skill levels welcome. No registration required.
Roll-up those sleeves and join us for another edition of shop class at Anythink Perl Mack. This month we’re making name boards with carefully supervised use of a power drill and hammers. Best for upper elementary students and tweens. All skill levels are welcome. Materials will be provided.
Join us for a trip down the yellow brick road to gain a heart, a brain, and some nerve, while learning about pets and shelter services from the Adams County Animal Shelter. Stations will guide you around the library to create, think, try, and watch the classic film. Appropriate for all ages.
Come play with robots! They will be available for open play and tinkering all week long. Appropriate for kids ages 5 and up. No registration required.
Enjoy stories, puppet plays, rhymes and other fun activities that promote early literacy just for preschoolers. Appropriate for kids ages 1-6. No registration required.
Hearts, poker, cribbage, Farkel and more! Join us as we drink coffee, eat doughnuts and play games the second Friday of each month.
Explore early literacy and learning through hands-on sensory activities. Be ready to move, build, play and create. Appropriate for children ages 0-4 and their caregivers. Play clothes appropriate for messy play recommended.
Sing, dance, play basic instruments and move creatively in this fun-filled storytime! Appropriate for kids ages 2-6.
Explore early literacy by using the many different stations to interact with your little one. Participants will gather together at the end for a story. Caregivers with children through age 4 are welcome. No registration required.
Enjoy watching multiple model trains as they travel through a wintery display of town and country settings. This is a special display made entirely of LEGO. Members of the Youth in Model Railroading Club will be on hand to answer questions and share information about their club, which is the only model railroad club exclusively for and by the kids.
Come in your pajamas, with blanket in hand, to enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and other fun activities. Appropriate for ages 3-6, but older and younger participants are welcome to attend.
High art and extreme competitive eating collide in this tasty challenge. Participants will be given a short amount of time to create an original work of art inspired by a mystery pie flavor. There are no spectators in this contest. Students in grades 6 to 12 welcome. Space is limited; registration is recommended. Please visit our online calendar to register.
Explore a vast palette of colors with different textures, tones, and mediums with five workshops this fall. All ages are welcome.
Color Stories, Part IV: Chains for Change Thursday, Dec. 12, 4-5 pm
Let’s start a chain reaction…right in the lobby of the library! Begin to co-create a colorful installation that will be exhibited and contributed to throughout the Winter.
Color Stories, Part V: Chains for Change, II Monday, Dec. 16, 4-5 pm
Let’s start a chain reaction…right in the lobby of the library! Finish up the co-creation of a colorful installation that will be exhibited and contributed to throughout the Winter.
In this 3-part series, you’ll learn how to build game assets by exploring concepts like frame-by-frame animation, pixel-art design, platform design, and basic UI design. Appropriate for those with little to no experience with Adobe Photoshop. Space is limited; registration preferred. Please visit our online calendar to register.
Come play with robots! They will be available for open play and tinkering all week long. Appropriate for kids ages 5 and up. No registration required.
Explore a variety of activities involving science, technology, engineering, art and math. Appropriate for elementary school-aged kids and their caregivers.
Stressed out? Learn the zen art of knitting. Teens of all skill levels are welcome as we learn to cast-on, knit and purl. Basic supplies are provided, but bring your own if you have a specific project in mind. No registration required.
Join us for open Studio drop-in to use our sewing machines, Cricuts, 3D printers and more. Get one-on-one or group help to start a new project, finish something you're working on or simply learn something new. The Studio will help you take your skills to the next level.
Through Snapology’s interactive Brick Art & Design class, children will learn about da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, Van Gogh’s Starry Night, Wright’s Falling Water, and many more. Appropriate for kids ages 7-14. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.
Sing, dance, play basic instruments and move creatively. This program is appropriate for ages 2-5.
Sing, dance, play games, and learn how to play some basic instruments. Activities are appropriate for kids 3-6 years old, but younger participants are welcome to attend. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to dance, too.
Spend time with your toddler listening to stories, songs and finger plays geared just for them. Then enjoy a few minutes of social time with other caregivers while the children play with toys. Appropriate for kids ages 2-3. No registration required.
Drop in to use our sewing machines, Cricuts, 3D printers and more. Get one-on-one or group help to start a new project, finish something you’ve started, or simply learn something new. The Studio will help you take your skills to the next level.
Enjoy watching multiple model trains as they travel through a wintery display of town and country settings. This is a special display made entirely of LEGO. Members of the Youth in Model Railroading Club will be on hand to answer questions and share information about their club, which is the only model railroad club exclusively for and by the kids.
Share time with your little one with songs, rhymes, and stories for babies and their caregivers. Appropriate for ages birth-23 months.
Do you have a question about technology? Drop in to ask questions about resumes, using your device, computer, or learn how to download ebooks to your phone or tablet. All ages welcome.
Sing, dance, play games, and learn how to play some basic instruments. Activities are appropriate for kids 3-6 years old, but younger participants are welcome to attend. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to dance, too.
Sing, dance, and learn how to play some basic instruments. Appropriate for kids ages 2-6. No registration required.
Using the internal components of a pinball machine to demonstrate its electromechanics, a local pinball enthusiast will reveal the complexities of this classic game. Ages 16 and up are welcome. Space is limited; please visit our online calendar to register.
Have you always wanted to learn how to spin and scratch? Now’s your chance! Join us as we learn the basics of DJing and what it takes to become a professional DJ from DJ Staxx of the Denver DJ School. Best for upper elementary kids, tweens and teens. Space is limited; registration is requested.
Join us for a drop-in snack program sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Free for ages 18 and under.
Come play with robots! They will be available for open play and tinkering all week long. Appropriate for kids ages 5 and up. No registration required.
Put your game face on and join us for a friendly multiplayer competition with Rolling Video Games, parked at the library. Choose from a collection of video game titles for Xbox and Nintendo consoles. Available games are best suited for ages 8 and up. Children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.
Join us on Wednesdays to explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Appropriate for kids in 1st-5th grade.
December 11: Stained Glass Candy
December 18: Art Project with Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art
Get creative every week with arts and crafts projects you can play with or give away as gifts. Appropriate for students in grades K-5. No registration required, but supplies are limited.
Join us in this new series geared especially for homeschool families. This month we’ll explore energy powered by nature with materials from the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Adults are encouraged to network and share best practices, while the kids work on their 21st century and STEM skills.
Join our teen sidekicks for a drop-in snack program sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Located in the café area. Everyone 18 and under welcome!
Are you a gamer looking to geek out with other fellow gamers? Well join the club...literally! From Yu-Gi-Oh! to Dungeons and Dragons, we provide the tables and you provide the fun. Appropriate for ages 13 and up.
Hang out, play games with your friends, and enjoy lunch provided by the Food Bank of the Rockies. There will be gaming consoles, computer games, movies, various gaming clubs, and board games available. We will also be hosting a gaming tournament on Wednesday the 18th. Appropriate for students in grades 6-12.
Join us for stories and songs completely in Spanish, and stick around for a fun activity just for little ones. Appropriate for kids ages 1-5. No registration is required.
Sing, dance, play games, and learn how to play some basic instruments. Activities are appropriate for kids 3-6 years old, but younger participants are welcome to attend. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to dance, too.
