On the second and fourth Thursdays of the month, we’ll be hosting a general Crafternoon for all ages. Teens, tweens, families and children are welcome to create with assorted crafting supplies. Space is limited; registration required.
Come discuss our latest read and find out what others thought about the novel Glow by Amy Kathleen Ryan. Appropriate for student in grades 6-12.
Learn how to use PowerPoint to make a presentation for business, training or a class. Additional topics include: slide effects and animations; formatting text and slide layout; slide and presentation design. Space is limited, registration required.
Yummy sugar cookies are waiting for you to make them awesome! Appropriate for students in grades K-6.
Here's your chance to make a difference at your library. Come to the meetings and work with other peers in making the library a better place. Appropriate for students in grades 6-12.
• Dec. 7: Talk with the teen guide about future teen programs.
• Dec. 14: Talk with the teen guide about future teen programs.
Kick off the holidays at any of these four gift-making sessions to handcraft gifts suitable for everyone in the family – bath sno-balls, piggy banks, gold mini-pinecone necklaces, fleece winter hats, snowmen pins, leather-braided bracelets, photo cubes and 2012 calendars. Then wrap your gifts so they’re ready for giving.
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 students in grades 6-12.
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.
Join us at the library for family bedtime stories. Kids are welcome to come in PJs and with their favorite stuffed animals. Space is limited; registration required.
This class provides a basic understanding of the different parts of a computer, basic knowledge of the Windows operating system, opening and closing programs, and practice with the mouse. Space is limited, registration required.
Come to the library for a snack and some after-school fun. Appropriate for students in grades K-5. Space is limited; registration required.
• Dec. 6: Decorations for Your House
• Dec 13: Colleen’s Birthday
Kick off the holidays at any of these four gift-making sessions to handcraft gifts suitable for everyone in the family – bath sno-balls, piggy banks, gold mini-pinecone necklaces, fleece winter hats, snowmen pins, leather-braided bracelets, photo cubes and 2012 calendars. Then wrap your gifts so they’re ready for giving.
Preparing for a vacation and wanting to download an audiobook for your drive or flight? Come see how to use Overdrive to get a downloadable audiobook to make your journey even more pleasant. Learn how you can transfer items to your MP3 device.
An alternative to Monday Night Football. Join us each month to discuss new and old favorites on a different genre each month. For December: lyrical tales – beautifully crafted stories to captivate and stimulate your mind.
Yummy sugar cookies are waiting for you to make them awesome! Appropriate for teens in grades 6-12.
Kick off the holidays at any of these four gift-making sessions to handcraft gifts suitable for everyone in the family – bath sno-balls, piggy banks, gold mini-pinecone necklaces, fleece winter hats, snowmen pins, leather-braided bracelets, photo cubes and 2012 calendars. Then wrap your gifts so they’re ready for giving.
Enjoy stories, finger plays, songs and other fun activities just for preschoolers. Appropriate for ages 3-5. Space is limited; registration required.
The Young Philanthropist Project is a group of philanthropists in their 20s, 30s and early 40s that work to reach out to the community in support of CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Adams and Broomfield Counties. Meet with this group to learn about CASA and other non-profits, and find out how they give back to the community.
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.
This class is a blend of classic yoga for people of every size, shape and skill level. Relax and get psyched at the same time!
Kick off the holidays at any of these four gift-making sessions to handcraft gifts suitable for everyone in the family – bath sno-balls, piggy banks, gold mini-pinecone necklaces, fleece winter hats, snowmen pins, leather-braided bracelets, photo cubes and 2012 calendars. Then wrap your gifts so they’re ready for giving.
Join us in transforming ordinary objects into gifts that you’ll be pleased to give. Materials will be provided for several crafts. To make the T-shirt carry-all, please bring one T-shirt for each bag you want to make. This drop-in program is for all ages and features easy-to-make and easier-to-love projects that don’t require artistic talent to enjoy.
Come and read to our special listening dogs – they love a good story! Our dogs come from the American Humane Association and are specially trained. This is for ages 6-12, and is an especially good experience for reluctant readers or children who are afraid of dogs. Space is limited; please register at the front desk.
Let your opinions be heard! It’s up to you to come make your library cool and decide what programs you want. Appropriate for ages 11-14.
Calling all preschoolers! We’re starting a new music and story group just for you. Appropriate for ages 3-6.
Thinking about purchasing an e-reader for the holidays? Come learn how to use your library resources with your Nook or Kindle. Please bring your device and cord so we can practice downloading books.
Spend your Thursday nights learning to knit! A teacher will be here to help guide you. Please bring size-9 needles and a skein of worsted (washable) yarn in a color of your choice.
Spend your Thursday nights learning to knit! A teacher will be here to help guide you. Please bring size 9 needles and a skein of worsted (washable) yarn in a color of your choice.
On the first, third and fifth Thursdays of the month, we’ll be hosting Bingo for Books for all ages. Teens, tweens, families and children are welcome to join in the Bingo fun, with books for prizes! Space is limited; registration required.
Parents and caregivers with children ages birth-3 are invited to sign up for this five-week series, where new learning and exploration activities are offered. Different childhood experts will be on hand to talk with parents and play with children. Participation is limited to 12 families. Space is limited; registration required.
• Nov. 2: Introduction
• Nov. 9: Speech, Hearing and Language
• Nov. 16: Child Development
• Nov. 23: Nutrition
• Nov. 30: Music, Play and Health
Do something different every Wednesday! Come by and create something fun with others. Appropriate for students in grades 6-12.
Here’s your chance to make a difference at your library. Come to the
meetings and work with other peers in making the library a better place.
Appropriate for students in grades 6-12. Space is limited; registration
required.
• Nov. 2, 9, 16 & 30: TAB Planning: Talk to the librarian about teen programs.
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.
Pepsi, Coke or Dr. Pepper? Are name-brand foods always better than the cheaper versions? You’re the connoisseur when you come and compare different brands and foods at our taste-testing panel. Appropriate for students in grades 6-12.
Sing, dance, play games and learn how to play some basic instruments. Appropriate for kids ages 3-6. Space is limited; registration required.
Enjoy stories, finger plays, songs and other fun activities just for preschoolers. Appropriate for ages 3-5.
Enjoy stories, finger plays, songs and other fun activities just for preschoolers. Appropriate for ages 3-5. Space is limited; registration required.
Have fun playing board games and munching on snacks.
Enjoy being read to each month. Learn about the author and era of the book.
Learn about legal resources available to you in Adams County with a representative from Access to Justice.
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.
Enjoy stories, finger plays, songs and other fun activities just for preschoolers. Appropriate for ages 3-5. Space is limited; registration required.
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.
What is this thing called race? Join us in a three-session discussion about our common assumptions about race. Presented by the Adams and Broomfield County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) and Anythink Huron Street. Appropriate for teens and adults. Space is limited; registration required.
Join us at the Library for Family bedtime stories. Kids are welcome to come in pjs and with their favorite stuffed animals. Space is limited; registration required.
Each week features another activity for families with children and teens of all ages. Drop by the programming space downstairs for creative, culinary and technological fun. All ages welcome.
Come to the library for some after-school fun. Have a snack and do a fun activity. Appropriate for students in grades K-5. Space is limited; registration required.
• Nov. 1: Bubble Prints: Use bubbles to make fun designs on paper.
• Nov. 15: Cooking Classes: Enjoy some easy after-school snacks.
• Nov. 22: Give Thanks Party: Come and eat and give thanks. Parents welcome.
• Nov. 29: Wii Game Day: Come and have fun as Mario or Sonic, and play at the Winter Olympics.
We’ll have crafts, games and the Wii as you hang out with your friends every week. Appropriate for kids in elementary school.
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.
A new way to explore early literacy! This drop-in program is for children up to 6 years old and their parents. 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. This is a new and exciting way to create the path to lifelong learning.
