Past events

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May 16, 2019 - 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Videography: Become a Superhero
Thursday, May 2, 4-6 pm

Join us in The Studio to learn how to create a superhero intro movie clip with you as the hero! Appropriate for teens and adults. Space and supplies are limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.

Create a Movie Trailer
Thursday, May 9, 4-6 pm

Practice your videography skills by re-creating your favorite movie trailer! Appropriate for teens and older. Space and supplies are limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.

YouTube Intro Clips
Thursday, May 16, 4-6 pm

Learn how to create your own YouTube intro clip using the Adobe Creative Cloud. Appropriate for teens and older. Space and supplies are limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.

Creating a Short Film
Thursday, May 23 & 30, 4-6 pm

Join us for a two-part short film creation series. Learn everything you need to know to make an amazing short film –from script-writing and story-boarding to recording and post production. Take your vision and turn it into reality. Appropriate for teens and older. Space and supplies are limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.

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The Studio
May 16, 2019 - 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm

Join us for an afternoon of creating tasty flavor bombs with science. Make your own edible spheres out of juices, or try out some of our mystery flavors. Picky eaters beware – not every liquid is what it seems.

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Teen, Tween
May 16, 2019 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Come build and program robots in this three week robotics class using RoboRobo robots. Students will learn about infrared sensors, contact sensors, DC motors and LEDs. Program robots with coding cards and card readers – a great screen-free activity that teaches computer science in a fun and engaging way. Appropriate for students in grades K-2. Space is limited; registration required. 

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Children
May 16, 2019 - 11:30 am to 12:30 pm

Did you purchase a new device? Do you need an email address? Learn basic computer skills in these drop in sessions. Stop by with your tech questions. Walk-ins welcomed. No registration is required.

¿Compró un nuevo aparato? ¿Necesita crear un correo electrónico? Aprenda habilidades de computación básicas en estas sesiones sin cita. Traiga sus preguntas. No se requiere cita.

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Tech
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Adult
May 16, 2019 - 10:00 am to 11:30 am

In this workshop, join professional comic artists and discover how comics go from thumbnails to sketches, from inks to colors, and all the way to final production. Learn drawing skills specific to comics and prepare yourself for a future career as a comic creator. Appropriate for ages 8-12. Registration suggested.

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Children
May 15, 2019 - 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Join us to practice speaking in both English and Español with your fellow community members. Learn useful tips for basic conversation in your new language, and enjoy sharing what you already know! 

Le invitamos a que practique hablar en ingles y español con miembros de su comunidad. Reciba consejos útiles para conversaciones básicas en su nueva idioma y comparta sus conocimientos con sus compañeros. Registración por internet no es necesaria. 

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Adult
May 15, 2019 - 5:00 pm to 5:05 pm

Whether you’re writing an important e-mail for work, an essay for college admissions, or a paper for class, let our guide help you translate your ideas onto the page. Learn research, drafting, and proofreading techniques, or simply receive one-on-one editing and advice that will make your writing more effective for a variety of objectives. Best for teens through adults. To schedule an appointment, email Kaelin Alexander at kalexander@anythinklibraries.org.

Please note that the scheduled time is just a placeholder.

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Adult, Teen, Tween
May 15, 2019 - 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Develop your own super hero in a four-week workshop that includes story telling, manual creation, theatrical movement, and technology. Enjoy group work activities and co-creation techniques guided by a professional art director and real-life cosplay professionals. 

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Teen
May 15, 2019 - 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm

Join us on Wednesdays to explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math. This program is intended for school-aged kids. 

May 15: Cleo Parker Robinson Dance 

May 22: Art Party with Clyfford Still Museum 

May 29: Engineering

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Children
May 15, 2019 - 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm

Get creative every week with arts and crafts projects you can play with or give away as gifts. Appropriate for students in grades K-5. No registration required, but supplies are limited.

  • May 1 –Superhero Flyers
  • May 8 – Lion King Stencils
  • May 15 -  Lightsaber Bookmarks & Make Your Own Droid
  • May 22 – Magic Carpet Weaving
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Children
May 15, 2019 - 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Hang out, play games with your friends, and enjoy lunch provided by the Food Bank of the Rockies. There will be gaming consoles, computer games, movies, various gaming clubs, and board games available. We will also be hosting a gaming tournament May 15. Appropriate for students in grades 6-12.

 

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Teen
May 15, 2019 - 11:00 am to 11:30 am

Sing, dance, play games, and learn how to play some basic instruments. Activities are appropriate for kids 3-6 years old, but younger participants are welcome to attend. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to dance, too. 

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Music
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Children
May 15, 2019 - 10:45 am to 11:15 am

Creative Movement (ages 3-5) – Students will learn about a variety of dance concepts, such as, size, balance, rhythm, levels, shapes and energy.

Join an instructor from the Colorado Ballet to move and dance with music. No registration required, but space is limited for each class and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Children
May 15, 2019 - 10:30 am to 11:30 am

Stop by at one of the two book clubs, we will be reading The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas. Light refreshments will be served. No registration is required.

Pasa por uno de los dos clubes de libros, en los que estaremos leyendo el libro El odio que das de Angie Thomas. Se ofrecerán refrescos. No es necesario registrarse.

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Book Club
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Adult
May 15, 2019 - 10:00 am to 10:30 am

Sing, dance, play games, and learn how to play some basic instruments. Activities are appropriate for kids 3-6 years old, but younger participants are welcome to attend. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to dance, too. 

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Music
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Children
May 15, 2019 - 10:00 am to 10:30 am

Adult with Tot Movement (ages 1-3) - Emphasis is placed on both fine and gross motor skill development, coordination and balance in a safe environment that encourages parent involvement.

Join an instructor from the Colorado Ballet to move and dance with music. No registration required, but space is limited for each class and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Children
May 14, 2019 - 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Watch the film, follow the script and participate in movie magic. Rock out on an air guitar to “Johnny B. Goode,” shout “Eww!” when Marty’s mom flirts with him and actually smell the manure as it dumps on Biff’s car. All ages welcome. Space is limited; registration recommended. 

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Children, Family, Tween
May 14, 2019 - 6:00 pm to 6:05 pm

From first application to final interview, our guide will help you find a fulfilling career. Navigate your options, automate your search, edit your resume or cover letter, or practice putting your best foot forward with a mock interview. Best for adults. To schedule an appointment, e-mail Kaelin Alexander at kalexander@anythinklibraries.org.

Please note that the scheduled time is just a placeholder.

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Adult, Teen
May 14, 2019 - 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Ship with superhero

From Paper to Digital Art: Part 1

Tuesday, May 7, 4-6 pm

Students will begin this two-part series by drawing a pop culture character using paper and pencil. Space and supplies are limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.

From Paper to Digital Art: Part 2

Tuesday, May 14, 4-6 pm

In part two, students will take that character and learn how to transfer it to Photoshop. Next, they'll learn how to take their digitized character and use a tablet to outline and color. Space and supplies are limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.

How to Add Shadows & Highlights

Tuesday, May 21, 4-6 pm

Learn techniques on how to add shadows and highlights to your digital drawings. Customers will be given a fully-colored drawing to work with in this program. Space and supplies are limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.

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The Studio
May 14, 2019 - 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm

Coding is a 21st century skill that influences every aspect of our lives, and anyone can learn how to do it! Join Pop Culture Classroom as they demystify the language of computer code and hook you up with fun, engaging, and accessible tools that will allow you to continue learning.  Appropriate for teens.

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Teen
May 14, 2019 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

It’s Bingo time! We’ll play several different games and each winner gets to go home with either a children’s or young adult level book. All ages welcome. 

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Family
May 14, 2019 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Join us every Tuesday to explore science, technology, engineering, art and math. Appropriate for students in grades K-5. Space is limited; registration suggested.

· May 7: LEGO Club – Explore science, technology, engineering and math through LEGOS®.

· May 14: Discover Challenge – Explore STEAM principles to build and create.

· May 21: Barr Lake Ranger Talk – Learn about a natural facet of Barr Lake State Park.

· May 28: Who does that? – Learn about interesting careers in a fun and interactive way.

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Children
May 14, 2019 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

 

Do you need help with your job search? Stop by for drop in help on how to navigate your options, automate your search, edit/create your resume or cover letter. This program is offered weekly on Tuesday mornings from 11am to 12pm.

¿Necesitas ayuda en buscar trabajo? Ven para recibir ayuda en navegar tus opciones, revisar/crear tu resume o carta de presentación. No se requiere cita.  

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Tech
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Adult
May 14, 2019 - 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Transform lives – donate blood at the Vitalant mobile donation center at Anythink Brighton. Several time slots are available. To schedule an appointment, please visit vitalant.org or call 3o3-363-2300 and use site code A839. Drop-ins are welcome.

Donation hours are 10-11:40am and 1-2pm.

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Adult
May 13, 2019 - 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

Prepare for the final episode of Game of Thrones with an all-levels embroidery project.  Learn about the amazing embroidery featured on the show as you stitch, and share your excitement and thoughts as the show comes to a close. Be prepared for spoilers. Appropriate for adults. Space is limited; registration required. 

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Adult
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