The rules are the same but the game can be completely your own. Create a unique chess board and pieces, and then learn how to play the game with your family. Appropriate for all ages. Space is limited; registration required.
Take the sweat out of baking and learn a great new recipe. Participants are encouraged to bring their favorite recipes to share with the group as they learn how easy bread-baking can be by making their own dough to take home. Appropriate for adults.
If you were a superhero, what would your powers be? Now’s your chance to create your own identity. Make your own costume and superhero ID card while comparing powers, weaknesses and archenemies with the rest of the superhero clan. All ages welcome.
Get up close and personal with live insects, spiders and other arthropods from around the world. Venture outdoors to see what types of insects live around the library. Presented by the Butterfly Pavilion. NOTE: This event will be held at Cherrywood Park at Prairie Hills Elementary School (13801 Garfield Pl., Thornton, CO 80602).
Get up close and personal with live insects, spiders and other arthropods from around the world. Venture outdoors to see what types of insects live around the library. Presented by the Butterfly Pavilion. NOTE: This event will be held at Eastlake (124th and Gaylord St., Thornton, CO).
Who knew you could have so much fun at the library? Play video games, try your hand at different board game, or perhaps try out a new craft. Light refreshments served. Appropriate for students grades 6-12.
Thursdays, July 14 and 28, 1-3 pm
We’ll be hosting a general Crafternoon for all ages on the second and fourth Thursday s in July. Teens, tweens, families and children are welcome to create with assorted crafting supplies.
• July 14: Fans and Garden Signs
• July 28: Scrapbooks!
Thursdays, July 14 and 28, 1-3 pm
We’ll be hosting a general Crafternoon for all ages on the second and fourth Thursday s in July. Teens, tweens, families and children are welcome to create with assorted crafting supplies.
• July 14: Fans and Garden Signs
• July 28: Scrapbooks
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 time with your little one at Anythink Huron with songs, rhymes, and stories for babies and their caregivers. Appropriate for ages birth-23 months. Space is limited; registration required.
Share time with your little one at Anythink Huron with songs, rhymes, and stories for babies and their caregivers. Appropriate for ages birth-23 months. Space is limited; registration required.
Students from the Aveda Institute will help teens transform into their favorite characters. Want to look like Rose from Vampire Academy? How about the notorious Frankie Landau Banks? Get your own character makeover while we discuss the traits of our favorite heroes and heroines. Appropriate for grades 6-12. Space is limited; registration required.
Design your own environmentally friendly bag with buttons, paints and other crafty items. Grocery shopping never looked so good. Appropriate for students grades 6-12.
Make instruments out of used materials and play them together. Appropriate for students grades 3-5. Space is limited; registration required.
You’ve seen people doing sport stacking, and may have even tried it yourself. Come and learn the sport of cup stacking and compete in the fast-paced sport. Teams will compete after time to learn and practice. Appropriate for students grades 6-12. Space is limited; registration required.
Experience this Bennett family tradition and celebrate the completion of mySummer during Foam Day – a summertime, slip-and-slide play day. Goggles and towels recommended – giggles guaranteed! All ages welcome.
Let your inner artist loose. Work on a collaborative art as a celebration of our last summer project. Dress in appropriate painting clothes and bring your creativity and cooperation skills. This is for students grades 1-6. Space is limited; registration required.
Kids learn the benefits of stretching and relaxation in this fun, informal yoga class that’s held outside. Each class includes yoga postures (asanas), songs, games, breathing exercises, and space to be quiet, calm and peaceful. No yoga experience necessary. Please bring a yoga mat, towel, or small blanket. Appropriate for students grades K-5 and their caregivers. Space is limited; registration required.
Enjoy yoga with your little one to bond and connect with stretching, strengthening and relaxing. Classes include movement/asana, songs, games and time to slow down and rest. No yoga experience necessary. Please bring a yoga mat, towel, or small blanket. Appropriate for walkers to age 4 and their caregivers. Space is limited; registration required.
Enjoy stories, finger plays, songs, and other fun activities just for preschoolers. Appropriate for ages 3-5 years.
Let your inner artist loose. Work on a collaborative art as a celebration of our last summer project. Dress in appropriate painting clothes and bring your creativity and cooperation skills. This is for students grades 1-6. 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.
Enjoy stories, finger plays, songs, and other fun activities just for preschoolers. Appropriate for ages 3-5.
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.
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.
Make instruments out of used materials and play them together. Appropriate for students grades 3-5. Space is limited; registration required.
Get up close and personal with live insects, spiders and other arthropods from around the world. Venture outdoors to see what types of insects live around the library. Presented by the Butterfly Pavilion. NOTE: This event will be held at the Reunion Rec Center (17410 E. Parkside Dr. N., Commerce City, CO 80022).
Children bring Fancy Nancy’s world to life by hearing her stories, learning vocabulary, playing dress-up and decorating cupcakes for all to enjoy. Appropriate for students grades K-5. Space is limited; registration required.
Elementary-aged children participate in a style of theatre where a script from a popular children’s book is read aloud without the aid of costumes, make-up or scenery. Emphasis is on voice and facial expressions.
Get up close and personal with live insects, spiders and other arthropods from around the world. Venture outdoors to see what types of insects live around the library. Presented by the Butterfly Pavilion. NOTE: This event will be held at Landmark Academy (10566 Memphis St, Commerce City, CO 80022).
Craiglist is a community tool that offers many different ways to buy and sell all kinds of items. Learn how to sign up for an account and the benefits it offers. The class will discuss how to write an advertisement or how to interact with a seller. Users will need an email address to participate in this class. Space is limited; registration required.
Children bring Fancy Nancy’s world to life by hearing her stories, learning vocabulary, playing dress-up and decorating cupcakes for all to enjoy. Appropriate for students grades K-5. Space is limited; registration required.
A time designed for preschoolers to enjoy books, songs and games.
If you were a superhero, what would your powers be? Now’s your chance to create your own identity. Make your own costume and superhero ID card while comparing powers, weaknesses, and archenemies with the rest of the superhero clan. All ages welcome. Space is limited; registration required.
Take the sweat out of baking and learn a great new recipe. Participants are encouraged to bring their favorite recipes to share with the group as they learn how easy bread-baking can be by making their own dough to take home. Appropriate for adults. Space is limited; registration required. NOTE: This event will be held next door at the Armory at Brighton Cultural Center (300 Strong St., Brighton, CO 80601).
Who’s the fastest among your family and friends? Find out by playing Hyper Dash–a game that challenges your brain and your reflexes – while learning some “fast” facts. Appropriate for grades 6-12. Space is limited; registration required.
Get up close and personal with live insects, spiders and other arthropods from around the world. Venture outdoors to see what types of insects live around the library. Presented by the Butterfly Pavilion. NOTE: This event will be held at Bromley Park Community – Fall Park (South of E 160th Ave., Brighton, CO).
Get up close and personal with live insects, spiders and other arthropods from around the world. Venture outdoors to see what types of insects live around the library. Presented by the Butterfly Pavilion. NOTE: This event will be held at Danahy Park (10709 Huron St., Northglenn, CO 80640).
Our youngest Anythinkers will enjoy this playtime in our backyard. Themes change weekly, and include messy play, the parachute, building blocks, and bubbles. Registration is not required, but the play space is reserved only for children 18 months-4 years old.
Our youngest Anythinkers will enjoy this playtime in our backyard. Themes change weekly, and include messy play, the parachute, building blocks, and bubbles. Registration is not required, but the play space is reserved for children 18 months-4 years only.
Spend time with your toddler listening to stories, songs, and finger plays geared just for them. Appropriate for kids ages 2-3.
Are you frustrated and feeling isolated as a job hunter? Join a supportive, networking, and skills-sharing weekly meeting. All career changers are welcome. Refreshments provided.
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.
Recycle those old hardback books in a whole new way be creating your very own book purse. This incredible craft puts a new spin on “reuse” – and you get a fabulous purse, to boot. Appropriate for adults. Space is limited; registration required.
Spend Saturday mornings at the library having recess with your children. We will set up fun, educational toys in our outdoor Storytime area for parents and kids to play with during this drop-in experience. Appropriate for ages 3 and under.
This session is appropriate for adults.
Enjoy being read to while working on crafts you bring from home. Appropriate for adults.
Use this simple children’s art tool to make realistic pieces. Expensive art supplies aren’t necessary. Learn techniques to create something truly amazing. Appropriate for adults of all skill levels. Space is limited; registration required.
A fun “whodunit” rendition of the beloved board game, CLUE! Become one of the characters and move around the library as you help to solve a murder. Appropriate for all ages. Space is limited; registration required.
