Past events

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November 16, 2011 - 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

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

Age: 
Family
Nov 16 2011

Do something different every Wednesday! Come by and create something fun with others. Appropriate for students in grades 6-12.

  • Nov. 2: Combat Arms – Play Combat Arms and other fun online games in the computer lab.
  • Nov. 9: Chex Mix – Learn how to cook two different types of a crunchy, tasty snack.
  • Nov. 16: Magnetic Poetry – Learn a new way to recycle books and create art.
  • Nov. 23: Book Club – What do you like to read? Help us start a new book club for Brighton teens.
  • Nov. 30: Photo Fun – Have fun snapping, editing and printing new photos with others.

 

Age: 
Teen
November 16, 2011 - 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

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.

Age: 
Teen
November 16, 2011 - 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.

  • Nov. 2: TAB – Get involved and let your voice and your opinion about the library be heard through the Teen Advisory Board (TAB).
  • Nov. 9: Cultural Night – Explore a culture unlike your own, and learn about people from another land. Foreign snacks and fun will be had by all.
  • Nov. 16: Soap-Making – You use it every day, but do you know what really goes into your bar of soap? Join us to learn more about the soap-making process and to, of course, make you own soap to take home.
  • Nov. 23: Recycled Paper Beads – Get creative and stay earth-friendly by making a stylish piece of jewelry from recycled paper beads you roll on your own.
  • Nov. 30: Retro Gaming – Enjoy this blast-from-the past gaming event at which we‘ll play all the best games from the past on our laptop computers.

 

Age: 
Teen
November 16, 2011 - 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
November 16, 2011 - 9:30 am to 12:30 pm

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.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
November 15, 2011 - 6:00 pm to 6:45 pm

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.

  • Nov. 1: Bingo 4 Books – Bingo! Join us to play this simple and incredibly fun game to win books and other treats from our varied collection for all ages.
  • Nov. 8: Fun with Numbers – Math can be fun when the right tools are used. Participants are invited to play games that make working with numbers enjoyable for the elementary level.
  • Nov. 15: Meet a Companion Dog – Sophie and Kelo are taking over the program space to show and explain the benefits of companion animals. You’ll even learn how to communicate with animals though sign language!
  • Nov. 22: Thanksgiving Craft – Join us for a fun craft that helps us all to celebrate the holiday season.
  • Nov. 29: Cup Stacking – Strengthen your coordination and ambidexterity, and have a lot of fun in the process. Practice or compete in this fast-paced sport that’s all the rage.

Age: 
Adult, Children, Family, Teen
November 15, 2011 - 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm

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.

Age: 
Children
November 15, 2011 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Test your ability to stay silent while your peers attempt various antics! Appropriate for students in grades 6-12.

Age: 
Teen
Nov 15 2011

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
Nov 15 2011

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.

Age: 
Children
November 15, 2011 - 10:00 am to 10:30 am

Spend time with your toddler with a mix of stories, songs and movement geared just for them. Appropriate for kids ages 2-3. Space is limited; registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
November 14, 2011 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Participants of all ages are invited to join us for this six-week series that urges you to laugh on purpose. Boost your immune system, protect your heart, relieve stress and relax through laughter yoga with certified teacher Dugan.

Age: 
Adult, Children, Teen
Nov 14 2011

What music are you listening to these days? What films have you seen recently (classics or blockbusters)? What do you think about modern art? Join the Culture Club at Huron Street to explore and discuss artistic expression in diverse forms. Teens and adults welcome.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
November 14, 2011 - 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Financial literacy is so important in today’s economy. This five-week course covers many areas of personal finance, including;  budgeting and savings, checking accounts, credit cards, big purchases, insurance and responsibilities, and paying for your education. Appropriate for students in grades 6-12.

Age: 
Teen
November 14, 2011 - 10:00 am to 11:15 am

Parents and caregivers of 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. Stop by or call Anythink Washington Street at 303-287-2514 to register.

Age: 
Family
Nov 14 2011

Are you frustrated and feeling isolated as a job hunter? Join a supportive, networking, and skills-sharing weekly meeting. All career-changers welcome.

  • Monday, Nov. 21  – The Adams County Workforce will be present to offer assistance.
  • Monday, Nov. 28 – The Adams County Workforce will be present to offer assistance.
Age: 
Adult
Nov 14 2011

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
November 14, 2011 - 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
Age: 
Children
Nov 12 2011

Your hand-picked Young Adult Advisory Board will meet to let their opinions be heard. This group will assist in making decisions in library programming, teen policies, and the young adult collection. Food and games to follow. Appropriate for ages 15-21.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
November 12, 2011 - 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

To celebrate National Game Day, we'll be setting up the Wii for a free-for-all in the conference room. Join us for some awesome competition!

Age: 
Adult, Children, Family, Teen
Nov 12 2011

Come join us at the library for a morning of crocheting. Whether you’re an expert or just beginning, a teacher will be here to help guide you. After learning the basics, we will be making “granny squares.” Please bring your own materials.

Age: 
Family
November 12, 2011 - 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 American Humane Association and are specially trained. This is for children ages 6 to 12, and is an especially good experience for reluctant readers or children who are afraid of dogs. Space is limited, so please register at the front desk.

Age: 
Children
November 10, 2011 - 6:00 pm to 6:45 pm

Come express yourself and improve your artistic style through different mediums and techniques.

Age: 
Adult
November 10, 2011 - 6:00 pm to 6:30 pm

Join us at the library for a bilingual storytime. Every Thursday, the library will be hosting a storytime for children and their parents. Come on down and enjoy stories in both English and Spanish.

Age: 
Adult, Children, Teen
Nov 10 2011

Come enjoy a night of gaming and snacking. Bring your Yu Gi Oh cards, show up to use the Wii, or maybe try something new. Appropriate for students in grades 6-12.

Age: 
Teen
Nov 10 2011

Before television, stories were told with drama and creative, homemade sound effects. Join us as we combine our own voice and sound effect talents into a cool story to listen to. We’ll share our radio drama with whoever comes to the following week’s indoor camping session. Appropriate for students in grades 4-6. Space is limited; registration required.

Age: 
Children
November 10, 2011 - 11:00 am to 11:25 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
November 10, 2011 - 10:00 am to 10:20 pm

Share time with your little one 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
November 9, 2011 - 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

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

Age: 
Family
Nov 9 2011

Do something different every Wednesday! Come by and create something fun with others. Appropriate for students in grades 6-12.

  • Nov. 2: Combat Arms – Play Combat Arms and other fun online games in the computer lab.
  • Nov. 9: Chex Mix – Learn how to cook two different types of a crunchy, tasty snack.
  • Nov. 16: Magnetic Poetry – Learn a new way to recycle books and create art.
  • Nov. 23: Book Club – What do you like to read? Help us start a new book club for Brighton teens.
  • Nov. 30: Photo Fun – Have fun snapping, editing and printing new photos with others.

 

Age: 
Teen
November 9, 2011 - 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

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.

Age: 
Teen
November 9, 2011 - 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.

  • Nov. 2: TAB – Get involved and let your voice and your opinion about the library be heard through the Teen Advisory Board (TAB).
  • Nov. 9: Cultural Night – Explore a culture unlike your own, and learn about people from another land. Foreign snacks and fun will be had by all.
  • Nov. 16: Soap-Making – You use it every day, but do you know what really goes into your bar of soap? Join us to learn more about the soap-making process and to, of course, make you own soap to take home.
  • Nov. 23: Recycled Paper Beads – Get creative and stay earth-friendly by making a stylish piece of jewelry from recycled paper beads you roll on your own.
  • Nov. 30: Retro Gaming – Enjoy this blast-from-the past gaming event at which we‘ll play all the best games from the past on our laptop computers.

 

Age: 
Teen

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