Past events

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October 9, 2012 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Join us as we become miniature pastry chefs and create tiny, delicious desserts. Grades 4-7 welcome. Space is limited; registration required.

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Tween
October 9, 2012 - 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm

Plan on coming every Tuesday for our fun, free movies, and enjoy a family favorite with some popcorn. The schedule for October will feature Shrek films.

  • Oct. 2: Shrek  
  • Oct. 9: Shrek 2
  • Oct. 16: Shrek the Third
  • Oct. 23: Shrek Forever After
  • Oct. 30: Monster House
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Family
Oct 9 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
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Children
October 9, 2012 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

Come with your little one (18 months to 4 years) to enjoy one or all of our interactive play stations. We provide a place for you to have a “play date” at our house!

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Children
Oct 9 2012

A new way to explore early literacy and create the path to lifelong learning! This drop-in program is for children through 6 years old and their parents, and has multiple centers reflecting early-literacy skills (books, hands-on activities, crafts or music). Participants will be gathered together two times during the hour to do a group movement or story activity.

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Children
October 9, 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 9, 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
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Adult
October 9, 2012 - 9:30 am to 10:00 am

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

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
October 6, 2012 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

We want your 3-5 year-old to be dazzled and intrigued by this program that features art and craft activities for you to do together. Wear clothes that can get messy as you explore your creative side! Due to the nature of this program, it is reserved for 3-5-year-olds with an adult. Space is limited; registration required.

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Children
October 6, 2012 - 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Come and read to our special listening dogs – they love a good story! Our dogs come from the Denver Pet Partners and are specially trained. This is an especially good experience for reluctant readers or children ages 6-12 who are afraid of dogs. Space is limited, so please register at the front desk.

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Family
Oct 5 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 5, 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 4, 2012 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Still working with your Nook, Kindle or Tablet? Come learn how to use your library resources with your Nook or Kindle. See the difference between an ereader and tablet. Please bring your device and cord so we can practice downloading books. Registration suggested, but not required.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
October 4, 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.

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Class
Age: 
Adult
Oct 4 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.
Age: 
Teen, Tween
October 4, 2012 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Have you always wanted to write a novel? Here’s your chance! Learn more about National Novel Writing Month at this informational session. Attend NaNo University throughout the month of October and write your novel in November! Join in the celebration of creativity and literary abandon.

Age: 
Adult, Teen, Tween
Oct 4 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 4, 2012 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

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.

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Adult
October 3, 2012 - 6:00 pm to 6:30 pm

This program is intended for families with young children who like to hear stories and read books. There will be a small snack at each program.

  • Oct. 3: Creepy Crawlies Listen to stories about bugs.
Event Type: 
Storytime
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Family
October 3, 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 3, 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 3, 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 3, 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 2 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 2, 2012 - 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Have you always wanted to write a novel? Here’s your chance! Learn more about National Novel Writing Month at this informational session. Attend NaNo University throughout the month of October and write your novel in November! Join in the celebration of creativity and literary abandon.

Age: 
Adult, Teen, Tween

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