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.
Learn a basic crochet stitch to create an unusual necklace with ribbon yarn. Lightweight, adjustable, and an elegant accessory.
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.
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.
We’ll have crafts, games and the Wii as you hang out with your friends every week. Appropriate for kids in elementary school.
New to computers? Know some but want to learn more? Join us at the library as we learn the ins and outs of basic computer usage. Participation is limited to 12 families. Space is limited; registration required.
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.
Delve into computers and get an email address. Learn about browsers, files and programs. Learn how to transfer, copy, attach and use portable memory devices. Space is limited; registration required.
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.
Pick up a paper scarecrow in the Children’s area and decorate it. We’ll put them on display and have prizes for the best scarecrow.
Kids come in their pajamas with a blanket and favorite stuffed animal for a comfy time listening to stories with their favorite adults before going to bed. This family story time is perfect for working parents.
Adapted from Stephen King’s 1990 novel, Two Past Midnight: Secret Window, Secret Garden, this thriller stars Johnny Depp as a just-divorced writer whose retreat to a secluded lake house is disturbed by a psychotic who claims that the writer has stolen an idea from him. Also stars Maria Bello, John Turturro and Timothy Hutton. Rated PG-13; 96 minutes. Call Anythink Brighton (303-405-3230) for further details.
Visit our branch for goodies while out trick-or-treating in your neighborhood.
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.
Costume-play your favorite anime/manga characters. Enjoy some Japanese treats with other CosPlay enthusiasts! Appropriate for students in grades 6-12.
Come to the library after school, play Bingo and win books.
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.
Enjoy stories, finger plays, songs and other fun activities just for preschoolers. Appropriate for ages 3-5. Space is limited; registration required.
Sing, dance, play games and learn how to play some basic instruments. Appropriate for kids ages 3-6. Space is limited; registration required.
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.
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.
Share the practice of yoga with your child in a fun, playful space. Families will leave with the tools to continue the yogic journey off of their mats, including songs, games, affirmations in motion, partner poses to practice at home, and resting/savasana exercises. Please bring a yoga mat, towel or small blanket. Appropriate for students in grades K-6 and their caregivers. Due to limited space, please register each individual family person participating, per class. Space is limited; registration required.
Celebrate Halloween with a horrible horror movie or two! We’ll be showing a variety of movies, and have a pizza for lunch.
After Playground Theatre, we’ll be having a Costume Parade and candy stop. Come in with your costumes and scare everyone in the library if you dare!
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. Please bring your own materials.
Sneaky, spooky shenanigans and howl-arious antics are guaranteed as Wanda the witch and sidekick Igor brew up some fun. Audiences can sing along to the Creepy Crawly Song, learn about Halloween safety and get into the spirit. Performance is appropriate for revelers ages 3 and up. It’s batty!
Come to the library each Friday for a fun activity or craft just for young teens! 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.
Learn the basics of Microsoft Excel 2010 by filling in, sorting and learning all the different basic nuances of Excel 2010. Find out the shortcuts while working towards creating a home budget template.
Parents and caregivers with children ages birth-3 are welcome to sign up for this five-week series. Different childhood experts will be on hand to talk with parents and play with children. Each week, new learning and exploration activities are offered. Participation is limited to 12 families. Register now for this five-week workshop! Space is limited; registration required.
Family Place Libraries is a network of children’s librarians nationwide who believe that literacy begins at birth and that libraries can help build healthy communities by nourishing healthy families. Anythink is proud to be a part of this exciting program.
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. Please bring your own materials.
Use odd objects to paint beautiful masterpieces and explore your artistic side in a whole new way. No brushes allowed — just bring your imagination. Appropriate for students grades 4-6. Space is limited; registration required.
Come join us for a spooky-fun Halloween program! Bring along something you want to make glow in the dark or we'll provide something for you. Appropriate for students in grades 6-12.
We’ll be having a library tour in conjunction with the Derby Fall Festival. For those who haven’t checked out the library yet, come on down to see our exciting programs and services.
Teens, tweens, families and children are all welcome to craft with assorted supplies.
Participants will learn how to create, edit, format and save text and image documents in Word. Additional topics include: inserting page breaks, inserting symbols, and working with headers and footers. Space is limited; registration required.
Family Place Libraries is a network of children’s librarians nationwide who believe that literacy begins at birth, and that libraries can help build healthy communities by nourishing healthy families. Parents and caregivers with children ages birth-3 are welcome to sign up for this five-week series beginning Oct. 6. Different childhood experts will be on hand to talk to parents and play with children. Each week, new learning and exploration activities will be offered. Space is limited; registration required.
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.
Clap your hands, stomp your feet, sing and boogie down to fun children’s music. Appropriate for ages 3-6.
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.
Creativity reigns with each new weekly arts and crafts project. All ages welcome.
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.
Do something different every Wednesday! Come by and create something fun with others. Appropriate for students in grades 6-12.
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.
