Past events

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May 8, 2019 - 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm

What ­– and who – is necessary to make a good video game? In this new monthly series, learn all about the principles of game design. Then, bring those ideas to digital life through a variety of illustration, coding and storytelling activities. This month, bring your very own action platformer to life with the basics of coding. 

Event Type: 
Tech
Age: 
Teen, Tween
May 8, 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. 

Event Type: 
Class
Age: 
Teen
May 8, 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 8: Planting Project with Denver Botanic Gardens 

May 15: Cleo Parker Robinson Dance 

May 22: Art Party with Clyfford Still Museum 

May 29: Engineering

Age: 
Children
May 8, 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
Age: 
Children
May 8, 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.

 

Age: 
Teen
May 8, 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. 

Event Type: 
Music
Age: 
Children
May 8, 2019 - 10:30 am to 11:00 am

Gather for a song, story and rhyme time for babies and their caregivers. Appropriate for ages birth-2 years old. Music and Movement attendees will have supervised play until their program starts at 11 am.

Age: 
Children
May 8, 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. 

Event Type: 
Music
Age: 
Children
May 8, 2019 - 9:30 am to 10:30 am

Sign language is a great way to effectively communicate with pre-verbal or non-verbal people in our lives. This beginner course will cover a variety of topics including food, playing, animals and more. This class is intended for caregivers with children ages 0-5. Both kids and adults are encouraged to attend. 

Event Type: 
Class
Age: 
Children
May 7, 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.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
May 7, 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.

Event Type: 
The Studio
May 7, 2019 - 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm

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.

Event Type: 
Class
Age: 
Children
May 7, 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.

Event Type: 
Class
Age: 
Children
May 7, 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.  

Event Type: 
Tech
Age: 
Adult
May 7, 2019 - 10:30 am to 12:00 pm

Join us as we celebrate our district-wide Pop It theme with a pop culture trivia game! This activity is open to all and designed specifically for adults with disabilities. Groups are welcome, however, space is limited. Please visit our online calendar to register. When registering a group, please register each attending individual separately, or call 303-405-3200 for assistance.  

Age: 
Adult
Tags: 
May 7, 2019 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Join us for an informal discussion of email, resumes, internet searching, ereaders and more. Drop-in anytime. All ages are welcome. No registration required.

Event Type: 
Tech
Age: 
Adult
May 6, 2019 - 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

Practice yoga and learn about the Jedi Code as you connect with the Force through movement and breath. Bring your lightsabers for training, and wear clothes that move and breathe well. Appropriate for ages 10 and up. Space is limited; registration required. 

Event Type: 
Class
Age: 
Adult, Teen
Tags: 
May 6, 2019 - 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

Join celebrated local YA author Colleen Oakes for a writing workshop focused on writing villains to terrify and heroes to inspire. Pizza will be provided for creative inspiration. Appropriate for adults and teens. 

Age: 
Adult, Teen
May 6, 2019 - 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm
Person carving

Discover the art of soft cut linoleum block printing. Each maker will carve their own stamp and create a journal, cards and more. Appropriate for ages 10 and older. Space and supplies are limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.

Event Type: 
The Studio
May 6, 2019 - 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm

Join us for a comic series that packs a punch. Artist Holden Boyles will lead workshops to help you create comics that are just as cool as you are. Appropriate for students in grades 6-12.

Age: 
Teen
May 6, 2019 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Explore a variety of activities involving science, technology, engineering, art and math. This week, paint a real live person in pop art fashions! Mr. Blank Slate will be making an appearance to give everyone a unique experience. Appropriate for all ages. 

Age: 
Family
May 6, 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. 

Event Type: 
Music
Age: 
Children
May 6, 2019 - 10:15 am to 11:00 am

Join us for a storytime featuring books, songs, rhymes, and play in English and Spanish. Appropriate for kids ages 2-6. No registration required.

Acompananos para cuentos, canciones, rimas y juego en inglés y español. Apropiado para niños de 2 a 6 años. No se requiere registro.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
May 6, 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. 

Event Type: 
Music
Age: 
Children

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