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September 12, 2012 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 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.

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Adult
September 12, 2012 - 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm

Make a date with your sweetheart and enjoy a movie at the library! Popcorn provided, but don’t worry, we won’t care if you sneak in a few snacks of your own. Appropriate for adults 18 and up. Please call Anythink Wright Farms at 303-405-3200 for the title of the movie being shown.

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Adult
September 12, 2012 - 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Get involved and be heard by joining the Teen Advisory Board at Anythink Commerce City. Students from grades 9-12 are invited to discuss projects they’d like to see at the library. Snacks will be provided.

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Teen
September 12, 2012 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Wednesdays, 3 pm

Who knew you could have this much fun at the library? We’ve got great programs for teens here at Anythink Washington Street. Appropriate for teens in grades 6-12. Space is limited; registration required.

  • Sept. 5: TABGet involved and let your voice and opinion be heard through the Teen Advisory Board (TAB).

  • Sept. 12: Tablet PictionaryIt’s Pictionary with a twist! We’ll be using iPad Draw and other tablet apps to play this traditional game in a modern way.

  • Sept. 19: Cubee CraftFold robots, models and more from downloaded templates to create your own 3D paper.

  • Sept. 26: Candy SushiIt’s time to create an artistic treat to eat. Use Swedish Fish, cereal and more to mold your very own candy sushi snack.


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Teen
September 12, 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.

  • Sept. 5: Shrinky Dinks – Design and create a keychain using incredible shrinking plastic!
  • Sept. 12: Pine Cone Bird Feeders – Make a bird feeder out of pine cones, bird seed and peanut butter.
  • Sept. 19: Beautify Rocks – Transform a rock with transferrable images.
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Children
September 12, 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.

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Storytime
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Children
September 12, 2012 - 10:00 am to 10:30 am

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

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Storytime
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Children
September 12, 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
September 12, 2012 - 9:30 am to 10:00 am

Share time with your little one at your local Anythink with songs, rhymes and stories for babies and their caregivers. Appropriate for ages birth-23 months. Space is limited; registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
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Adult, Children
September 11, 2012 - 6:00 pm to 6:45 pm

Tuesdays 6-6:45 pm

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.

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

  • Sept. 11: Stilt-WalkingStretch is coming to the library to teach you how to walk on stilts. You will be standing tall at this fun-filled event.

  • Sept. 18: Fall ArtWe’ll be using some naturific supplies for our fall art program that’s fun for the whole family.

  • Sept. 25: Candy SushiIt’s time to create an artistic treat to eat. Use Swedish Fish, cereal and more to mold your very own candy sushi snack.

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Family
September 11, 2012 - 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm

Want to try a Wii game with fellow adults? Or feel like a game of Scrabble or dominoes? How about backgammon, chess, or whist or euchre? We’ll have it all, plus yummy night-time snacks. Drop in with friends or come on your own.

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Adult
September 11, 2012 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Create your own one-of-a-kind necklace or keychain using bottlecaps! Bring your favorite image or photo, or choose from a variety of pictures provided. Appropriate for grades 4-7. Space is limited; registration required.

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Tween
September 11, 2012 - 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm

Join us every Tuesday for our fun, free movies. Enjoy a family favorite along with some popcorn each week.

In September, we’ll watch these classic Pixar films:

• Sept. 4: Toy Story
• Sept. 11: Cars
• Sept. 18: Up
• Sept. 25: The Incredibles

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Family
Sep 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!

Event Type: 
Music
Age: 
Children
September 11, 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!

Age: 
Children
September 11, 2012 - 10:30 am to 11:00 am

Sing, dance, play games and learn how to play some basic instruments. Appropriate for kids ages 3-6. Space is limited; registration required.

Event Type: 
Music
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Children
Sep 11 2012

This drop-in program for children through 6 years old and their parents is a new way to explore early literacy and create the path to lifelong learning! Six different centers will be set up reflecting each early literacy skill. Centers may include 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.

Age: 
Children
September 11, 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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Adult
September 11, 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
September 11, 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: 
Adult, Children
September 10, 2012 - 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm

A new way to explore early literacy! This drop-in program is for children up to 4 years old and their parents. Five different centers will be set up reflecting each early literacy skill. Centers may include 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. No registration necessary.

Event Type: 
Storytime
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Children
September 10, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Delve into the world of computers, including how to turn it on and how to operate a mouse and keyboard. Learn about browsers, files and programs, and get comfortable with the daily operation of a computer. Registration suggested, but not required.

September 10, 2012 - 10:00 am to 10:30 am

Share time with your little one at your local Anythink with songs, rhymes, and stories for babies and their caregivers. Appropriate for ages birth-23 months.

Event Type: 
Storytime
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Children
September 10, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Following the Liz Ryan method of career rebooting, this group meets as a supportive, networking, and skills-sharing community. All job seekers and career changers are welcome to drop in.

 

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Adult
September 8, 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 exploration stations for you to do together. The theme for September is Math and Science, so each center will give you an opportunity explore those subjects. 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
September 8, 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. 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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Children
Sep 7 2012

Come to the library every week for an exciting and fun program. All ages welcome.

  • Sept. 7: Bingo for BooksPlay Bingo and win books!
  • Sept. 14: Gaming UnpluggedBetter than Xbox, more powerful than Wii…experience the awesomeness of board games!
  • Sept. 21: Sport StackingStack cups against a timer or with a friend. This is a fast-paced sport that’s a fun time for everyone.
  • Sept. 28: CraftVisit our Bee experience zone and make a “bee-utiful” craft!
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Children, Family, Teen
September 7, 2012 - 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

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

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Children, Teen
September 6, 2012 - 6:30 pm to 7:00 pm

Join us at the library for a bilingual storytime! Every Thursday we’ll host a bilingual storytime for children and their parents. Come on in and enjoy stories in both English and Spanish.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children

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