Join us for a lively discussion of True Sisters by Sandra Dallas.
Embark on an adventure into your imagination and capture the wonder of looking at the ordinary to see the extraordinary. All you need is a regular cardboard box. Bring a big, little, or medium-sized box to discover how the simplest of things can become exciting. Space is limited; registration required.
Decorate a matchbox car and then create a racetrack out of pipes or other materials. Participants will pair together to race the cars down the track. Regardless of which car zooms ahead, each racer can keep their decorated matchbox car as a souvenir. Space is limited; registration required.
Drop in and choose from a variety of video games to play. Grades 4-12 welcome.
Join us for a lively discussion of local author Laura Resau’s Red Glass. This award-winning teen novel has a strong crossover appeal to adults. Anythink Brighton will host Ms. Resau on September 25th at 10 am.
Join professional stiltwalker Bill “Stretch” Coleman for an interactive introduction to stiltwalking. Try your hand (or feet) at everything from bucket stilts to the real deal. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.
Join musician and entertainer Eric West as we sing silly songs, play with a trunk full of unusual and homemade instruments, dance and enjoy puppets. Space is limited; registration required at some locations.
Alex is a singer, guitarist and pianist and can teach you how to record and edit your own music for a CD-quality final product.
Mondays, July 15 & 22, 12-2pm
Enjoy stories, songs, and other fun activities just for preschoolers. This program is for ages 3-5. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.
Decorate a matchbox car and then create a racetrack out of pipes or other materials. Participants will pair together to race the cars down the track. Regardless of which car zooms ahead, each racer can keep their decorated matchbox car as a souvenir. Space is limited; registration required.
Join us for stories, songs, and activities that are just right for active toddlers. This program is for ages 2-3. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.
Join us for special programs intended for our youngest Anythinkers, the miniThinkers! At these programs intended for babies through age 3, we'll provide a place to enjoy your little one in meaningful ways. Be ready to Play, Read, Sing, Talk or Write with us.
Can you balance a book on your head while walking? Or jump on a pogo stick? Do you think you could walk on stilts, balance spinning plates on sticks or maneuver a balance beam without falling off? Find out in this activity where balance is the name of the game. Space is limited; registration required.
Join us for special programs intended for our youngest Anythinkers - the miniThinkers! At these programs intended for babies through age 4, we'll provide a place to enjoy your little one in meaningful ways. Be ready to Play, Read, Sing, Talk or Write with us. Appropriate for ages 0-4. Space is limited; registration recommended.
Tick. Tock. It’s time for a book cover clock! Design a one-of-a-kind accent for your home or office using book covers. We’ll use hardcover books and clock kits to create a decoration that both tells the time and inspires you to read. Appropriate for adults. Space is limited; registration required.
Come hang out, watch a movie and enjoy snacks.
Learn how to create a video from start to finish and understand how a camera works, what angles work best, specific techniques and how to edit for a final product.
Thursdays, July 11, 18, 25, 4-6pm
Join professional stiltwalker Bill “Stretch” Coleman for an interactive introduction to stiltwalking. Try your hand (or feet) at everything from bucket stilts to the real deal.
Nothing about this day will be dry. Wear your swimsuit and prepare to get soaked during our water game day, complete with water guns, balloons and more. Grades 4-7 welcome.
Join award-winning songwriter Katherine Dines as she provides a musical experience filled with participation. Kids will interact using movement, sing-alongs, zany props and more. Activate your imagination and find your voice. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.
Love using the Internet for projects? Keeping track of all the sites you use for projects can prove challenging, but not with Pinterest. Come see how to use this site to keep all your favorites in one easy-to-use online place.
Mountain pine beetles are well known for having devoured Colorado’s forests, yet many of us know very little about these hungry little creatures. Learn about the pine beetles and craft your own design made of beetle kill pine. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.
Join us for special programs intended for our youngest Anythinkers - the miniThinkers! At these programs intended for babies through age 3, we'll provide a place to enjoy your little one in meaningful ways. Be ready to Play, Read, Sing, Talk or Write with us. Space is limited; registration required.
Learn how to make a pendant for a necklace, bracelet or keychain from a slice of copper pipe and beads. With a few basic tools, you can make a unique piece of jewelry and learn the skills needed to make more at home.
What can you do with a toothbrush besides clean your teeth? Join us as we add some electronics to everyday toothbrushes to turn them into robots you can battle! Appropriate for grades 6-12. Space is limited; registration required.
Explore Japanese culture with the Arvada Center for the Arts and the sound of the Taiko drum. Costumes, Japanese folktales, percussion instruments and the booming Taiko drum come together to immerse you in the ancient Japanese art forms. This program is open to all ages and will be held at the Brighton Armory.
Explore a world of senses as you touch and feel mystery objects inside a box - if you dare. What could it be? Is it edible? What color is it? Design your own creative craft using various supplies. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.
Can you make a machine that causes a balloon to pop? Work in teams to create a working machine out of provided bits, pieces and tools. Building a Rube Goldberg machine takes just as much imagination as it does simple physics, so bring your sense of creativity. Grades 8-12 welcome. Space is limited; registration required.
Decorate a matchbox car and then create a racetrack out of pool noodles. Participants will pair together to race the cars down the track. Regardless of which car zooms ahead, students can keep their decorated matchbox car as a souvenir. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.
Can you balance a book on your head while walking? Or jump on a pogo stick? Do you think you could walk on stilts, balance spinning plates on sticks or maneuver a balance beam without falling off? Find out in this activity where balance is the name of the game. Space is limited; registration required.
Explore subjects from different perspectives and learn more about how to make your camera work for you.
Wednesdays, July 10 & 17, 1-3pm
Embark on an adventure into your imagination and capture the wonder of looking at the ordinary to see the extraordinary. All you need is an ordinary cardboard box. Bring a big, little or medium-sized box to discover how the simplest of things can become exciting. Appropriate for ages 4-12. Space is limited. Registration for each child is required.
Join us for special programs intended for our youngest Anythinkers – the miniThinkers! At these programs intended for babies through age 3, we’ll provide a place to enjoy your little one in meaningful ways. Be ready to Play, Read, Sing, Talk or Write with us. Space is limited; registration required.
Explore a world of senses as you touch and feel mystery objects inside a box - if you dare. What could it be? Is it edible? What color is it? Design your own creative craft using various supplies. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.
Join us for special programs intended for our youngest Anythinkers – the miniThinkers! At these programs intended for babies through age 3, we’ll provide a place to enjoy your little one in meaningful ways. Be ready to Play, Read, Sing, Talk or Write with us.
Explore nature and creative play in our Explore Outdoors area. Go on a new adventure every week, including a scavenger hunt, an obstacle course and water play. Ages 3-7 welcome.
Can you balance a book on your head while walking? Or jump on a pogo stick? Do you think you could walk on stilts, balance spinning plates on sticks or maneuver a balance beam without falling off? Find out in this program where balance is the name of the game. Space is limited; registration required.
Join us for special programs intended for our youngest Anythinkers – the miniThinkers! At these programs intended for babies through age 3, we’ll provide a place to enjoy your little one in meaningful ways. Be ready to Play, Read, Sing, Talk or Write with us. Space is limited; registration required.
Learn color theory and treasure hunting skills while we find items to fill your own color wheel. Appropriate for all ages. Space is limited. Registration is required for all attendees.
Work on your crafty projects at this drop in program. Get your product Etsy-ready in the company of other creators. Light refreshments will be provided.
Learn techniques for drawing concept art and then transferring your designs to the computer for digital manipulation.
Tuesdays, July 9, 16, 23, & 30, 3-5pm
Learn to cook something quick and easy using a microwave. Grades 6-12 welcome.
Learn about the creative, magical and delicious world of cooking with Chef Ian! Get a hands-on and tasty introduction into the culinary arts. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.
Need computer help? Having trouble with your new e-reader? The library is offering half-hour, one-on-one appointments. Please call 303-405-3231 to schedule.
Need help with laptops, e-readers, tablets, Internet surfing, job applications or resumes? Help is on the way! Individual appointments are for 1 hour per person with the Huron Street Tech Guide. Sign up at the library today!
Join us every week for special programs intended for our youngest Anythinkers - the miniThinkers! At these programs intended for babies through age 3, we'll provide a place to enjoy your little one in meaningful ways. Be ready to Play, Read, Sing, Talk or Write with us.
Join Ms. Rene for a great time in this program for 3-6 year olds who love to dance, sing and have a good time. We will play games, use easy musical instruments, shake bean bags and parachutes, and get ourselves moving and grooving!
Share time with your little one with songs, rhymes, and stories, then stay for free play time afterwards. Appropriate for ages birth-23 months. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.
Need help with laptops, e-readers, tablets, Internet surfing, job applications or resumes? Help is on the way! Individual appointments are for 1 hour per person with the Huron Street Tech Guide. Sign up at the library today!
