Board Games
Have fun playing board games and munching on snacks.
Have fun playing board games and munching on snacks.
Have an interest in getting an e-reader? Want to know the different types of e-readers? This class will discuss e-readers and how you can use them with library resources. Please bring your e-reader, laptop and questions as we discover the digital side of reading.
Explore the censuses from 1790-1930. Find out what each one has to offer the researcher, including non-population censuses. Space is limited; registration required.
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.
Come express yourself and improve your artistic style through different mediums and techniques.
Join us for a session of Wii games! Light refreshments will be served. Appropriate for students in grades 4-6. Space is limited; registration required.
Come enjoy a night of gaming and snacking. Bring your Yu Gi Oh cards or just show up and play Wii. Appropriate for students in grades 6-12.
Teens, tweens, families and children are all welcome to craft with assorted supplies.
Participants will learn how to utilize job search websites and develop résumé-building skills. An email address is required for this class. 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.
Calling all illustrators and craft enthusiasts! Help prepare for next week’s photo shoot project. More details to come. 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.
Calling all babies! Join us for a morning of silly songs, colorful books and a guaranteed fun time. Appropriate for ages birth-2.
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.
A whole new interactive approach to storytime! Come with your little one (18 months to 5 years) to enjoy one or all of our stations that will feature a book and meaningful activity for you to share together. We’ll show you how to nurture all six of the skills identified to be key in developing reading readiness.
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.
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 afterschool fun! Have a snack and do a fun activity. For students in grades K-5. Space is limited; registration required.
Learn to cook quick and delicious meals with your microwave. Appropriate for students in grades 6-12.
We’ll have crafts, games, the Wii and a chance to hang out with your friends every week. Appropriate for elementary-school-aged children.
Visit your local Anythink for video game freeplay. Appropriate for teens, unless otherwise noted.
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!
Sing, dance, play games and some basic instruments. Appropriate for children ages 3-5. Space is limited; registration required.
Celebrate children’s literature with books, finger plays and fun songs. Appropriate for ages 3-6.
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.
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.
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.
Do you know how to surf? Get some tips on how to effectively surf the Internet. Rather than fishing through numerous results, you’ll learn how to get more relevant, quality results from a search engine. The class requires participants to have basic computer skills, such as how to use a mouse and keyboard. All ages are welcome. 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.
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 aged 6-12. An especially good experience for reluctant readers or children who are afraid of dogs. Space is limited, so please register at the front desk.
Right after Family Storytime, author Cindy Skerjanec will present a free 30-minute mini-workshop just for busy moms. They’ll learn:
Busy moms, take 30 minutes just for yourself and join us for this motivational and uplifting mini-workshop!
Have lots of fun with rhymes and stories for the whole family. Open to all ages.
Parents and caregivers with children ages birth-3 are welcome to sign up for this five-week series. Participation is limited to 12 families. Different childhood experts will be on hand to talk with parents and play with children. Each week, new learning and exploration activities are offered. Please contact the Anythink Commerce City (303-287-0063) to sign up.
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.
Calling all preschoolers! We’re starting a new music and story group just for you! Appropriate for ages 3-6.
Meet at the library to discuss the book Still Alice by Lisa Genova.
eBay is a great site to find and sell used and new items. This class will show you how to create an account and get ready not to be outbid again. Learn how to use Half.com to get past bidding and straight into buying.