Past events

E.g., Mar 28 2024
October 16, 2012 - 10:00 am to 10:45 am

Share time with your little one with songs, rhymes and stories for babies and their caregivers, then stay for free play time afterward. Appropriate for ages birth-24 months. Space is limited; registration required.

Age: 
Children
October 16, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Need computer help? Anythink Bennett is offering assistance twice a week. Please call 303-405-3231 to schedule a half-hour appointment. Walk-ins welcome – first come, first served.

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Class
Age: 
Adult
October 15, 2012 - 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

We are reading Candace Millard’s Destiny of the Republic: A Tale of Madness, Medicine and the Murder of a President.  An American Library Association Notable Book of 2011, this book brings to life the presidency of James Garfield.

Event Type: 
Book Club
Age: 
Adult
October 15, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Working with Picasa on your computer and wanting to learn more? See how to edit your photos and share them with your family. Add tags, create albums, and organize your pictures to make them easy to print and share. Bring a flash drive and pictures to begin working with photos. Registration suggested, but not required.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
October 15, 2012 - 9:30 am to 10:30 am

Do you need to start with the basics? We’ve got you covered. We’ll go over the basic parts of a computer and how to operate a mouse and keyboard. Also, learn about browsers, files and programs, and get comfortable with the daily operation of a computer. Space is limited; registration required.

Age: 
Adult
October 13, 2012 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

An old-fashioned way to recycle those old sheets, clothes and material scraps.

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Adult
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October 13, 2012 - 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm

Kate M. Syfert, community relations officer for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, will talk about naturalization requirements, the naturalization interview and English and civics tests. She’ll also provide free materials to help study for the test. All attendees are welcome to ask any questions they may have. The program will be held in English with Spanish translation.

Age: 
Adult
October 13, 2012 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Do you want to be a Pokémon master? Bring your DS or cards to battle other trainers, answer trivia, and have the chance to win an exclusive gym badge! Appropriate for grades 2-4.

 

Age: 
Children
October 13, 2012 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Do you want to be a Pokémon master? Bring your DS or cards to battle other trainers, and have a chance to win an exclusive gym badge! Grades 2-4 welcome.

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Children
Oct 12 2012

Come to the library every week for a fantastic Friday! All ages welcome.

  • Oct. 5: Bingo for BooksPlay Bingo and win books!
  • Oct. 12: Gaming UnpluggedBetter than Xbox, more powerful than Wii… Experience the awesomeness of board games!
  • Oct. 19: Sport StackingStack cups against a timer or with a friend. This is a fast-paced sport that’s sure to be a fun time for everyone.
  • Oct. 26: Rock BandRock out on guitars, show off your drumming skills, and sing your heart out.
Age: 
Children, Teen, Tween
October 12, 2012 - 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Shhh! It’s quiet time at the library. Get your homework done so that your weekend’s fun! All ages welcome.

Age: 
Children, Teen, Tween
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October 11, 2012 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Continue with Microsoft Excel as you start to sort information and get into basic and advanced formulas. Create graphs and charts within Excel to show at a meeting or add into a presentation. This class requires previous knowledge of Excel. Registration suggested, but not required.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
October 11, 2012 - 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm

Do you have land descriptions that use natural landmarks and rods and chains to mark the boundaries of property? Come and learn how you can draw those boundaries so you have an idea of the land on which your ancestors lived.

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Adult
Oct 11 2012

Come express yourself and improve your artistic style through different mediums and techniques. This week session will feature Glittered Pumpkins. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.

Age: 
Adult
October 11, 2012 - 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm

Need computer help? Anythink Bennett is offering assistance twice a week. Please call 303-405-3231 to schedule a half-hour appointment. Walk-ins welcome – first come, first served.

Event Type: 
Class
Age: 
Adult
Oct 11 2012

Stop by the library after school every week for some awesome teen activities. Ages 11-18 welcome.

  • Oct. 4: Teen Advisory BoardLet your opinions be heard! It’s up to you to make your library cool and decide what programs you want!
  • Oct. 11: Forensics: Who Done It?Presented by the Denver Museum of Nature and Science.
  • Oct. 18: HorrorgamiIt’s origami with a twist!
  • Oct. 25: T-Shirt DesignBring a t-shirt to paint on. Using freezer paper we will make our own designs.
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Teen, Tween
October 11, 2012 - 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Using Publisher, you can create flyers, brochures and newsletters. This user-friendly application allows you to easily input graphics, photos and text to make a high-quality publication. Learn the basics of this powerful software product and get hands-on experience with publication creation and editing. Space is limited; registration recommended.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
Oct 11 2012

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’ll play games, use easy musical instruments, shake bean bags and parachutes, and get ourselves moving and grooving! Please note that in order to offer this program to everyone, participants are encouraged to attend just one Music and Movement program per week.

Event Type: 
Music
Age: 
Children
October 10, 2012 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Who knew you could have this much fun at the library? We’ve got great programs for teens here at Anythink Washington Street. Grades 6-12 welcome. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.

  • Oct. 3: TABGet involved and let your voice and opinion be heard through the Teen Advisory Board (TAB).
  • Oct. 10: Geode ScienceDiscover the beauty of geodes and other minerals at this hands-on science program.

  • Oct. 17: Teen WiiExercise your dance skills as we play Just Dance on the Wii.

  • Oct. 24: Microwave CookingUse a simple recipe to create a tasty treat that you can eat now and in the future.

  • Oct. 31: CD CraftUse recycled CDs for this craft that’s eco-friendly and fun.

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Teen
October 10, 2012 - 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Create, play and socialize at the various activities we have planned. Appropriate for elementary-school-age children.

  • Oct. 3: Candy Sushi – Learn the art of sushi-making with candy, then eat!
  • Oct. 10: Secret Messages Box – Decorate your very own secret message box.
  • Oct. 17: Layered Sand Keychains – Fill a shape with different-colored sand to make a special keychain.
  • Oct. 24: Buttons! – Create some flare with different kinds of buttons.
  • Oct. 31: Masks – Make a fun, feathery, glittery or scary mask for this day of costumes!
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Children
October 10, 2012 - 10:30 am to 11:00 am

Enjoy stories, finger plays, songs and other fun activities just for preschoolers. Appropriate for ages 3-5. Space is limited; registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
October 10, 2012 - 9:45 am to 10:15 am

Spend time with your toddler listening to stories, songs and finger plays geared just for them. Appropriate for ages 2-3. Space is limited; registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
Oct 9 2012

Each week features a different activity for families with children and teens of all ages. Join us in the program space downstairs for culinary, creative, and technological fun. All ages welcome. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.

  • Oct. 2: Bingo 4 BooksJoin us and play this simple and incredibly fun game to win books from our varied collection for all ages.

  • Oct. 9: Geode ScienceDiscover the beauty of geodes and other minerals at this hands-on science program.

  • Oct. 16: Family WiiExercise your dance skills as we play Just Dance on the Wii.

  • Oct. 23: Microwave CookingUse a simple recipe to create a tasty treat that you can eat now and in the future!

  • Oct. 30: October CraftJoin us to get crafty and creative with an October-inspired craft.

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Family
October 9, 2012 - 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

If you’ve ever wanted to write a novel – whether it’s in 30 days or 30 months – you’ll find this class inspirational and supportive. The four-week course includes instruction, class discussion and writing exercises and is designed to give you helpful hints on how to successfully complete National Novel Writing Month. Space is limited; registration required.

Age: 
Adult, Teen, Tween
October 9, 2012 - 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm

According to a new U.S. regulation, certain people who came to the United States as children and meet several key guidelines may request consideration of deferred action for a period of two years, and may be eligible for employment. This policy is known as Deferred Action for Childhood (DACA). You’re welcome to attend this informational session presented by McGuire Law to learn more details about this new regulation as a permanent resident.

Age: 
Adult, Teen

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