We trace the alluring history of gold that takes you on a journey from ancient civilizations to the '49er strike at Sutter’s Mill. We touch on Colorado’s own gold rush as well as the role gold has played around the world, from plunderers throughout history to the “gold standard” for money. Presented by Active MindsTM.
Read to our wonderful volunteer dogs, Ne’ele and Sampson. Kathy and Patty from Denver Pet Partners bring their dogs to this special program for elementary-age children. Registration is required so everyone has time to read. Please sign up at the service desk.
Wii, board games and more. For teens in grades 6-12.
Show off your gaming skills at your local Anythink. All ages welcome.
Join the Bennett Book Club as we discuss this month's selection, Mockingbird by Charles Shields. To check out this title or place a hold, click here.
Sing, dance, play games and learn how to play some basic instruments. Parents and siblings are welcome. There are no books or crafts at this program. Appropriate for ages 2-6. Space is limited; registration is required. Please call or visit the service desk.
A lapsit story time for children under 3 years of age who can walk. Space is limited; registration is required. Please call or visit the service desk.
Calling all writers! Come share your work and get feedback from others. Ages teen to adult.
Enjoy a new theme every week with activities and stories. Appropriate for ages 3-6. Space is limited; registration is required. Please call or visit the service desk.
Stories, games, music and more. Space is limited; registration is required.
Reading, laughs and an all-around good time are held each week at Anythink Perl Mack’s Preschool Story Time with Ms. Rene.
Enjoy learning, crafts and fun at Anythink Commerce City’s after school program.
Nov 2: Craft Trio
Nov
4: Create Monster Masks
Nov
9: Tongue Twister Contest
Nov
11: Write a Letter to Soldiers Overseas
Nov
16: Wii Game Day
Nov
18: Astronomy Group
Nov
23: Acting Workshop with JC Jackman
Nov
25: Story Time (theme: Spooky Stories)
Nov
30: Board Game Day
Sing, dance and learn to play some basic musical instruments. Ages 3-5.
Sing, dance, play games and learn how to play some basic instruments. Geared for kids 3-6 years old, but all ages are welcome. Space is limited; registration is 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 0-3 are welcome to sign up for this five-week series. Participation will be limited to 12 families. 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.
Enjoy a new theme each week with stories and activities. Ages 3-5.
Have lots of fun with rhymes and stories for the whole family. Open to all ages.
Talk,
laugh, and create cool crafts with other teens at Anythink Commerce City’s
after school program.
Nov 3: TAB Meeting
Nov
10: Manga
Nov
17: Magnet Words Craft
Nov 24: Potluck Holiday
Get-together
Join us at the library for a children’s puppet show.
Stories, games, music and more. Space is limited; registration is required.
Enjoy a
new theme every week with activities and stories. Appropriate for
ages 3-6.
Nov 3 & 6: Miss Colleen’s Favorites
Nov
10 & 13: Apples
Nov
17 & 20: Mice
Nov
24: Thanksgiving
Enjoy learning, crafts and fun at Anythink Commerce City’s after school program.
Nov 2: Craft Trio
Nov
4: Create Monster Masks
Nov
9: Tongue Twister Contest
Nov
11: Write a Letter to Soldiers Overseas
Nov
16: Wii Game Day
Nov
18: Astronomy Group
Nov
23: Acting Workshop with JC Jackman
Nov
25: Story Time (theme: Spooky Stories)
Nov
30: Board Game Day
Play Wii, board games and hang out with other teens.
Themes vary from week to week, and caregivers are encouraged to join in the fun.
Introducing Anythink Bennett’s new gaming club for teens: Are you bonkers for Sorry? A wiz with the Wii? Join us monthly at your local Anythink.
Finish your month of family reading with a professional storyteller. Elsa Wolff’s unique blend of stories, songs, and puppets will delight the whole family. Refreshments will be served and you can pick up your Readtoberfest goodie bags too.
Watch a classic Halloween movie at your local Anythink. Popcorn will be provided, and all ages are welcome.
Dress up as your favorite Anime or Manga character and show it off to other enthusiasts! Intended for grades 6-12.
Watch family-friendly Halloween classics at your local Anythink and help us bring Readtoberfest to a close with great prizes.
Scary stories for grades 5 through 8. These stories are way too scary for little kids, so leave your younger brothers and sisters at home!
Celebrate the end of Readtoberfest with a special morning filled with snacks, stories, and crafts. We will have a parade of costumes throughout the library at 11:30 am. Readtoberfest participants can return their calendars for goodies that are fun for the whole family.
Help us celebrate the end of Readtoberfest. We’re having a costume parade at the library! Dress as your favorite book character.
The classes run for eight weeks, but drop-ins are welcome. Materials and books are provided. Please sign up at the service desk.
Spend time with friends and neighbors on Saturday mornings at the library to catch the buzz from around town or just enjoy fresh-brewed coffee or tea and delicious breakfast pastries with the morning paper.
Hang out and watch a scary movie at the library. Pizza and drinks provided. Teens only.
This is an eight-week class, but drop-ins are welcome. Books and materials are provided. Please sign up at the service desk.
Join us for a special costume story time with acclaimed storyteller Erica Sodos. Wear your costumes and enjoy some candy a day early.
Sing, dance, play games and learn how to play some basic instruments. Parents and siblings are welcome. There are no books or crafts at this program. Appropriate for ages 2-6. Space is limited; registration is required. Please call or visit the service desk.
A lapsit story time for children under 3 years of age who can walk. Space is limited; registration is required. Please call or visit the service desk.
Thought of that great project you want to do, but just haven’t begun? Already have one started but need a little motivation to keep going? Bring your unfinished novel, your half-done afghan, or that stack of photos that you keep meaning to scrapbook to the Anythink Brighton and spend an hour getting closer to your goal.
Celebrate the conclusion of Readtoberfest with storyteller Nancy Avalon as she shares fun, scary stories from around the world.
Reading, crafts, laughs, and an all-around good time are held each week at Anythink Perl Mack’s Preschool Story Time with Miss Rene.
Stories, games, music and more. Space is limited; registration is required.
Toddlers - prepare to wiggle and dance! Come to the library and join us in singing, clapping and dancing to music. Geared for ages 2-6, but all ages are welcome.
Enjoy a new theme every week with activities, stories, and a craft. Appropriate for ages 3-6. Space is limited; registration is required. Please call or visit the service desk.
Learn basic computer skills in the Anythink Brighton computer lab throughout October. Sign up at the service desk to reserve your spot; walk-ins permitted as space allows.
This week, forward messages, send and receive attachments such as documents and pictures, organize your email into folders.
Prerequisites: You must be able to use a mouse, keyboard, and scroll bars, and must have a Yahoo email account
Watch and discuss your favorite anime episodes. This program is intended for teens in 6-12th grade. Episodes provided by operationanime.com. Feel free to bring your own snacks.
Enjoy learning, crafts and fun at Anythink Commerce City’s after school program. This week's theme: Wii Game Day.
Join us for a mystery craft.
There’s a new project every week; stop by the library to find out what we’re creating this Wednesday: button-making, painting, duct-tape, and more.
