Gerald the Elephant thinks he can’t dance, but Piggie knows better! Come and make your own Gerald and Piggie puppets and you can tell the story, too. We might make all kinds of puppets and act out stories by using our funny voices. Good for all ages. Younger children may need adult help. Space and supplies are limited; registration required.
Learn how rewarding growing your own food can be – along with great gardening tips and recipes for when your harvest is ready. Take home your own plant to care for and nourish. Appropriate for students grades K-5. Space is limited; registration required.
Read scripts and tell a story. No memorizing, props, costumes or scenery – just your imagination and actions. Readers welcome.
A time designed for elementary-aged students to enjoy books, songs and games. All ages welcome.
Learn how rewarding growing your own food can be – along with great gardening tips and recipes for when your harvest is ready. Take home your own plant to care for and nourish. Appropriate for students grades K-5. Space is limited; registration required.
Everyone has a story but rarely do we take the time to listen. Share stories with friends and neighbors – and make some new friends – during this fun, interactive ice-breaking event. Refreshments and smiles provided. All ages welcome. Space is limited; registration required.
How vast is your knowledge of the undead? Vampire games and trivia will have you thirsty for more. Appropriate for students 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. All ages welcome. Space is limited; registration required.
Songs, finger plays and story reading for ages 2-3.
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.
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 him or her. Appropriate for kids ages 2-3. Space is limited; registration is required.
Catch up on your Harry Potter narrative at the library every Saturday between now and July 16, when the final Harry Potter movie debuts. This is a family affair with free popcorn and drinks.
Learn about the art of coffee roasting and how to describe different tastes. What’s the difference between light and dark roasts? What are the different styles and how do they taste? Discover your favorites during this fun, interactive tasting. Appropriate for adults. Space is limited; registration required.
Learn about the art of coffee roasting and how to describe different tastes. What’s the difference between light and dark roasts? What are the different styles and how do they taste? Discover your favorites during this fun, interactive tasting. Appropriate for adults.
Learn about the art of coffee roasting. What’s the difference between light and dark roasts? Discover your favorites during this fun, interactive tasting. What are the different styles and how do they taste? Discover your favorites during this fun, interactive tasting. Appropriate for adults.
Enjoy a different craft every Friday with the whole family and explore your creative side. Appropriate for all ages.
Have fun playing board games and munching on snacks.
Learn how rewarding growing your own food can be. Take home your own plant to care for and nourish. Appropriate for grades K-5.
Spend time with other teens hanging out at your local Anythink. Appropriate for students grades 6-12.
Learn the laws of robotics and see them in action as you create your own robot. Race against others for bragging rights and prizes. Appropriate for students grade 6-12. Space is limited; registration required.
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. This session will focus on the Pinwheel Garden.
Recycle those old hardback books in a whole new way by 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.
In this fusion of music and writing, listen to various musical genres and describe them in just a few short syllables. Learn about the history of this Japanese writing form by expressing thoughts about music you might not have in your home collection. Appropriate for adults. Space is limited; registration required.
Describe your dream vacation with others while learning about destinations all over the world. Create artistic pieces to take home inspired by your ideal vacation spot. Appropriate for students grades 6-12. Space is limited; registration required.
We’ll break out the Wii and have some fun playing our new games. Appropriate for students grades 6-12.
The rules are the same but the game can be completely your own. Create a unique chessboard and pieces, and then learn how to play the game with your family. All ages welcome. Space is limited; registration is required.
These science challenges will seem impossible, but you can do each and every one. Join us and find out all the cool things you can accomplish. Appropriate for grades K-5. Space is limited; registration required.
Learn the laws of robotics and see them in action as you create your own robot. Race against others for bragging rights and prizes. This session is appropriate for grades 6-12. Space is limited; registration required.
Explore reptiles and other animals up close and personal with the Jungle Lady. Meet Ted the Tortoise or Salt the Hedgehog and learn about their habitats and behaviors while saying hello. All ages welcome.
Kids learn the benefits of stretching and relaxation in this fun, informal yoga class. 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 grades K-5 and their caregivers. Space is limited; registration required. NOTE: This class is held outdoors.
Enjoy yoga with the entire family to bond and connect while 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.
Inspired by Mo Willems’ book Elephants Cannot Dance!, kids will create puppets of their favorite Mo Willems characters and participate in their own puppet show. Is Pigeon your favorite or Piggie? Children and their caregivers will have a great time creating, performing and discussing these lovable children’s stories. Appropriate for students grades pre-3. No registration required.
Explore reptiles and other animals up close and personal with the Jungle Lady. Meet Ted the Tortoise or Salt the Hedgehog and learn about their habitats and behaviors while saying hello. All ages welcome.
Calling all babies! Join us for a morning of silly songs, colorful books and a guaranteed fun time. Appropriate for kids ages birth-2.
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.
Learn the beauty of journaling and discuss some of the great books that celebrate the art form. Using your mySummer book or personal journal, express yourself in a new way and learn that there is no “right” way to keep a journal. Appropriate for all ages.
Learn the laws of robotics and see them in action as you create your own robots and race against others. Appropriate for students grades 6-12.
Explore reptiles and other animals up close and personal with the Jungle Lady. Meet Ted the Tortoise or Salt the Hedgehog and learn about their habitats and behaviors while saying hello. All ages welcome. NOTE: This event will be held next door at the Armory at Brighton Cultural Center (300 Strong St., Brighton, CO 80601).
Participate in amazing science demonstrations with Captain Vic - the Science Wizard. These hands-on experiments remind kids how cool science can be. All ages welcome.
Read scripts and tell a story. No memorizing, props, costumes or scenery – just your imagination and actions. Readers welcome.
A time designed for elementary-aged students to enjoy books, songs and games. All ages welcome.
Participate in amazing science demonstrations with Captain Vic - the Science Wizard. These hands-on experiments remind kids how cool science can be. All ages welcome.
Celebrate the beginning of summer the Anythink way – with lots of fun and imagination. We’ll celebrate with a party Monday evening from 6-7:30 pm. Bring your library card and register for a summer of amazing, astounding, fun activities. Don’t miss it!
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 K-6. Space is limited; registration required.
Celebrate the beginning of summer the Anythink way – with lots of fun and imagination. Sign up for the program, hang out with friends and neighbors, and pick up your mySummer book to help you record all your ideas, dreams and goals.
Learn how rewarding growing your own food can be – along with great gardening tips and recipes for when your harvest is ready. Take home your own plant to care for and nourish. Appropriate for students grades pre-5.
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 him or her. Appropriate for kids ages 2-3. Space is limited; registration is required.
Catch up on your Harry Potter narrative at the library every Saturday between now and July 16, when the final Harry Potter movie debuts. This is a family affair with free popcorn and drinks.
