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Anythink announces The Universe Awaits
Sep. 11, 2023 - 11:49 am
The Universe Awaits, a learning program for all ages that focuses on space and the stars, kicks off this fall and runs from Sept. 30-Oct. 21, 2023. The program will feature exciting partnerships, experiences and community events for the public to witness the solar eclipse on Saturday, Oct. 14.
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BMoCA at Anythink Fall Artist Showcase returns with artist Chelsea Kaiah
Sep. 06, 2023 - 11:40 am
Anythink and the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art (BMoCA) have partnered for the third year to make arts and culture more accessible to Adams County residents through the BMoCA at Anythink Fall Artist Showcase. Funded in part by the Scientific & Cultural Facilities District...
Anythink and Adams County Announce Kerrie Joy as Inaugural Poet Laureate
Aug. 14, 2023 - 4:29 pm
Adams County Parks, Open Space & Cultural Arts (POSCA) and Anythink are proud to announce Kerrie Joy as the inaugural Adams County Poet Laureate, part of “Sincerely” – a joint initiative designed to connect the Adams County community through poetry. Joy will embark on a two-year residency, providing an opportunity to advance her art, advocate and promote her literature and work, and serve as...
Anythink Wright Farms pollinator garden opens with grand opening event Aug. 8
Jul. 24, 2023 - 1:48 pm
Anythink is hosting a garden party on Tuesday, Aug. 8, 2023, from 9-11 am, to celebrate the grand opening of the new Anythink Wright Farms pollinator garden. Designed to help further the learning and understanding of the importance of pollinators in the area, this garden is another way that the library helps to foster connections between nature and the community. The grand opening will include...
Healthy Farmers Markets Return to Thornton This Summer
Jun. 13, 2023 - 10:41 am
Two weekly outdoor markets offer affordable, healthy produce
The Healthy Farmers Markets return to Anythink with two weekly opportunities for community members to purchase fresh produce from local farmers. Hosted in conjunction with City of...
Anythink announces new summer bookmobile stop at Northglenn Recreation Center
Jun. 02, 2023 - 10:40 am
Extra summer stops in June and July
Anythink in Motion, Anythink’s bookmobile, is adding an extra stop this summer at Northglenn Recreation Center. The stop is part of an ongoing partnership between Anythink and the City of Northglenn to offer Anythink experiences throughout the community and complements the Short Story Dispenser at the recreation center and the Dr. Seuss book display hosted...
mySummer program kicks off with theme “Let’s Play”
May. 23, 2023 - 10:55 am
Anythink’s annual mySummer initiative returns on June 1, 2023, with programs inspired by the theme of “Let’s Play.” This year’s summer experience includes opportunities for local residents to learn in fun, new ways, find joy through games and embrace carefree moments.
As part of this year’s mySummer program, Anythink has partnered...
Anythink and Adams County Announce Inaugural Adams County Poet Laureate Residency
Apr. 24, 2023 - 9:59 am
Adams County Parks, Open Space & Cultural Arts (POSCA), in partnership with Anythink Libraries, seeks an experienced poet, performer, and artist to serve as the inaugural Adams County Poet Laureate and idea ambassador for a two-year residency. The Poet Laureate Residency provides a local, recognized poet an opportunity to advance their art, advocate and promote their literature and work, and...
Happy April Fools' Day! Anythink corrects a long-held typo; forges new path with the letter “G”
Mar. 31, 2023 - 2:14 pm
After careful consideration, Anythink has decided to correct a long-held typo and rebrand the library system as Anything. Now that the organization’s name is a real word, the change will also rectify common confusion about the word Anythink.
Anything Executive Director Mark Fink is changing his last name to Fing. “As the leader of this revolutionary library system, I am taking this name change...
Trisha Kramer and Savannah Vickery appointed to Anythink Board of Trustees
Mar. 01, 2023 - 10:22 am
Trisha Kramer and Savannah Vickery are the newest members to join the Anythink Board of Trustees, a five-member governing board that oversees Anythink’s formulation of policies and finances. Kramer and Vickery fill slots vacated by long-time board member Andrew Southard, whose term expired this year, and...
A Letter from Anythink's New Director
Dec. 16, 2022 - 2:05 pm
Greetings!
More than 13 years ago, former Anythink Director Pam Sandlian Smith, along with a dedicated Board of Trustees, brave employees, and community members, transformed and elevated library service in Adams County. This experiment, known simply as “Anythink,” is now synonymous with innovation, risk-taking, creativity, and inclusivity. I’m honored to join the Anythink community to continue...
Anythink partners with City of Northglenn to bring the gift of stories to residents
Dec. 14, 2022 - 2:23 pm
Anythink has partnered with the City of Northglenn to bring a Short Story Dispenser to the Northglenn Recreation Center, located at 1 East Memorial Parkway in Northglenn, Colo. This stand-alone kiosk prints short pieces of fiction for people of all ages...
Anythink issues RFQ for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategic Plan
Dec. 14, 2022 - 1:50 pm
Anythink invites sealed bids for the following proposed work: conduct an organizational assessment, develop recommendations, develop a training curriculum and develop a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Strategic Plan for Anythink.
Proposals are due Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2023, by 5 PM MST.
Request...
Dream & Design immersive space opens at Anythink Wright Farms
Dec. 08, 2022 - 1:14 pm
To gather creative community input, Anythink has launched Dream & Design: Exploring Nature and Architecture, an immersive experience at Anythink Wright Farms where visitors can learn about and contribute ideas for the future Anythink Nature Library. People of all ages are invited to create a diorama using natural materials, guided by a prompt related to one of the library’s five focus areas:...
Anythink and City of Thornton Announce Thornton Community Center Project Partnership
Oct. 11, 2022 - 10:41 am
Anythink Libraries and the City of Thornton have entered an agreement to build a library as part of the new Thornton Community Center rebuild project at 2211 Eppinger Blvd. in south Thornton. The 40,000-square-foot building designed by Studiotrope Design Collective will house the Thornton Community Center as well as an approximately 10,000-square-foot Anythink library. Not only will the building...
Anythink Announces New Executive Director Mark Fink
Oct. 03, 2022 - 11:49 am
Anythink announces the selection of its next executive director, Mark Fink. Fink comes to Anythink from Yolo County Library in northern California. After an extensive national search, the Anythink Board of Trustees approved Fink’s hiring at the Aug. 17 board meeting. He will begin in his new role on Monday, Oct. 24.
“Anythink has become a beacon for innovation, creativity and community in Adams...
BMoCA at Anythink Fall Artist Showcase returns with theme “Exploring Landscapes”
Sep. 21, 2022 - 12:55 pm
Anythink and the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art (BMoCA) have partnered for the second year to make arts and culture more accessible to Adams County residents through the BMoCA at Anythink Fall Artist Showcase. Funded in part by the Scientific...
Anythink issues RFP for Library Materials and Related Value-Added Services
Sep. 12, 2022 - 2:18 pm
Anythink invites sealed bids for the purchase of library materials and related processing and cataloging services for the period commencing Jan. 1, 2023 and ending Dec. 31, 2025.
Proposals are due Friday, Oct. 28, 2022, by 4 PM MT.
Updated Request for Proposal for Library Materials and...
Anythink issues notice of finalist for appointment as executive director
Aug. 15, 2022 - 9:25 am
Rangeview Library District (dba Anythink Libraries) has issued the following notice:
RANGEVIEW LIBRARY DISTRICT
Anythink Libraries
NOTICE OF FINALIST FOR APPOINTMENT AS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
To Whom it May Concern:
Notice is hereby given that the search committee has selected a finalist to be considered for appointment as Executive Director of the Rangeview Library District. The finalist is:...
Anythink Huron Street hosts SeriesFest Mobile Cinema Lab
Jul. 12, 2022 - 4:16 pm
Anythink Huron Street, SeriesFest and Northglenn Arts have partnered to bring filmmaking programs for teens to the library this summer. SeriesFest’s Mobile Cinema Lab travels across Colorado to offer video production and storyteller...