Past events

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April 25, 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. Appropriate for teens in grades 6-12. No registration required.

  • April 4: TAB – Get involved and let your voice and opinion be heard through the Teen Advisory Board (TAB).
  • April 11: Manga Club – You love manga, so come learn more about it. Bring your own knowledge to teach others what you know.
  • April 18: Teen Painting – Local artist Brooke will teach you how to create their very own piece of artwork on canvas.
  • April 25: Microwave Cooking – Snack on a newly concocted creation and learn a simple recipe that you can try at home.
Age: 
Teen
April 25, 2012 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Learn how to cook something new, simple and delicious. We’ll provide the recipe and ingredients – all you need to bring along is your appetite. Grades 6-12 welcome.

Age: 
Teen
April 25, 2012 - 2:30 pm to 3:00 pm

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
April 25, 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.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
April 25, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am

We want your 3-5 year-old to be dazzled and intrigued by this program that features numerous activities for you to do together. The theme for May is “Reading & Writing,” so you’ll have lots of chances to play with letters and sounds. Due to the nature of this program, it is reserved for 3-5-year-olds with an adult, only. Space is limited; registration required.

Age: 
Children
April 25, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Plant your own salad vegetables in a five-gallon container and grow salad fixings at home. Enjoy tasty lettuce, radish, chives, onions, spinach and micro greens. In partnership with Brighton Shares the Harvest. Space is limited; registration required.

Age: 
Adult
April 25, 2012 - 10:00 am to 6:00 pm

Visit the library during the month of April and learn all about the infamous voyage of the famous luxury liner, Titanic. There will be old newspapers documenting the event as well as a pair telegraph keys used for Morse code.

Age: 
Adult, Children, Family, Teen
April 24, 2012 - 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Curious about the e-reader craze and don’t know where to start? We’ll have several e-reader devices for you to experiment with at this drop-in session. Learn the capabilities of each device, and which are compatible with Anythink’s downloadable media.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
April 24, 2012 - 6:00 pm to 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.

  • April 3: Bingo for Books – Bingo! Come join us to play this simple and incredibly fun game to win books and other treats from our varied collection for all ages.
  • April 10: Cup-Stacking – Have a lot of fun by strengthening your coordination and ambidexterity. Practice or compete in this fast-paced sport that’s all the rage.
  • April 17: Family Painting – Local artist Brooke will teach you how to create their very own piece of artwork on canvas.
  • April 24: Microwave Cooking – Snack on a newly concocted creation and learn a simple recipe that you can try at home.
Age: 
Family
April 24, 2012 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Come by and do something fun with others every Tuesday. Appropriate for elementary-school-age children.

  • April 3: Candy Jewelry – Make jewelry that is sweet and edible,
  • April 10: Yarn Lacing – Embellish a picture with yarn by lacing.
  • April 17: Games – Play the Kinect or board games with others.
  • April 24: Bingo for Books – Play a game of Bingo and win a book!

Age: 
Children
Apr 24 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 beanbags and parachutes, and get ourselves moving and grooving!

Event Type: 
Music
Age: 
Children
April 24, 2012 - 11:00 am to 11:30 am

Spend time with your preschooler listening to stories, songs, and finger plays geared just for them. Appropriate for kids ages 3-5. Space is limited; registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
April 24, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am

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

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
Apr 24 2012

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

Age: 
Children
April 24, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am

There are many resources to help you with fixing and repairing your car. Come learn how to use Chilton Library, ALLDATA, and Consumer Reports for free with your library card.

Age: 
Adult
April 24, 2012 - 10:00 am to 6:00 pm

Visit the library during the month of April and learn all about the infamous voyage of the famous luxury liner, Titanic. There will be old newspapers documenting the event as well as a pair telegraph keys used for Morse code.

Age: 
Adult, Children, Family, Teen
April 23, 2012 - 6:30 pm to 7:00 pm

Children can wear their pajamas and bring their favorite blanket for this storytime suitable for all ages. Perfect for working parents! No registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children, Family
April 23, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Are you frustrated and feeling isolated as a job hunter? Join a supportive, networking, and skills-sharing weekly meeting. All career changers are welcome. No registration required.

Age: 
Adult
April 23, 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. Space is limited; registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children, Family
April 23, 2012 - 9:45 am to 10:30 am

Calling all babies 12 months and younger! Come enjoy a play date in a space with our youngest Anythinkers in mind. Soft crawling pillows and toys, foam flooring, and gentle music will set the tone for you and your baby to enjoy each other and other caregivers. To make an inviting space for the babies, we want to limit it to 12 months and younger only, please. Space is limited; registration required.

Age: 
Children
April 23, 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
April 21, 2012 - 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm

Join plant expert and garden center manager Jeri Cretti for an informative afternoon on spring planting. Learn about getting your garden plot ready, what to plant and when to plant it. Ask questions and leave with a plant that you have repotted.

Age: 
Adult
April 21, 2012 - 10:00 am to 6:00 pm

Visit the library during the month of April and learn all about the infamous voyage of the famous luxury liner, Titanic. There will be old newspapers documenting the event as well as a pair telegraph keys used for Morse code.

Age: 
Adult, Children, Family, Teen
April 20, 2012 - 3:45 pm to 4:30 pm

It’s egg-checkup time! We’ll candle the chicken eggs and see how the baby chicks are developing inside of them.

Age: 
Children, Family
April 20, 2012 - 10:00 am to 6:00 pm

Visit the library during the month of April and learn all about the infamous voyage of the famous luxury liner, Titanic. There will be old newspapers documenting the event as well as a pair telegraph keys used for Morse code.

Age: 
Adult, Children, Family, Teen
April 19, 2012 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Keep working on the basics of computers. Get an email and learn more about the Internet. Learn about browsers, files, flash drives and programs, and get comfortable with the daily operation of a computer.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
April 19, 2012 - 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm

Have you ever wanted to go to the courthouse and find your family’s records? This class will show you how and teach you about the WPA and how they’ve helped today’s researcher. Space is limited, registration required.

Age: 
Adult
April 19, 2012 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

A costumed actress traces Molly’s life from her early childhood in Hannibal, Mo., to Leadville, Colo., where she met and married J.J., and finally to her days of glory in Denver and New York. A great program for all ages! Held at the Brighton Armory.

Age: 
Adult, Children, Family, Teen
April 19, 2012 - 10:00 am to 10:20 am

Share time with your little one with songs, rhymes and stories for babies and their caregivers. Appropriate for ages birth-23 months. No registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
April 19, 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. Space is limited; registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
April 19, 2012 - 10:00 am to 6:00 pm

Visit the library during the month of April and learn all about the infamous voyage of the famous luxury liner, Titanic. There will be old newspapers documenting the event as well as a pair telegraph keys used for Morse code.

Age: 
Adult, Children, Family, Teen
Apr 18 2012

Creativity reigns with each new weekly arts and crafts project. There will be a special chick-related craft on April 25. All ages welcome.

Age: 
Adult, Children, Family, Teen

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