Past events

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Jul 6 2013

Ever wanted to join a flash mob? Now is your chance! Learn a simple choreographed movement routine with the Arvada Center for the Arts for a flash mob performance. Space is limited; registration. Please visit our online calendar to register.

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Teen
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July 6, 2013 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Beat the heat with icy activities. Play in the snow, melt ice to make a frozen sculpture, or use paint popsicles to create a work of art. Space is limited; registration required.

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Children, Family
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Jul 3 2013

Ready, set, cook! During Anythink Chef Wars, teams challenge each other to an epic culinary battle. Use provided foods and materials to create a delicious meal based on a secret cooking ingredient or style. All meals will be taste-tested by judges, and the winning team earns a prize. Appropriate for grades 6-12. Space is limited; registration required.

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Teen, Tween
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July 3, 2013 - 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm

Conjure calm dreams and restful sleep with an aromatic dream pillow. Learn about herbs and how they can help (or harm) a peaceful night’s sleep. Create your own herb sachet to tuck into your favorite pillow. Registration suggested but not required.

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Teen
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July 3, 2013 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Many children's book illustrators use this art form to create the pages of your favorite books, and now you too can learn how it's done. Learn the art of papermaking with us, and you'll leave with your own homemade paper design. Grades 4-12 welcome. Space is limited; registration required.

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Teen, Tween
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Jul 3 2013

Celebrate our nation with an old-fashioned patriotic gathering. Bicycles, tricycles or strollers to decorate; make homemade ice cream; sing patriotic songs and have a grand ole time. Top it all off by joining a parade around the library. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.

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Children, Family
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Jul 3 2013

Many children’s book illustrators use this art form to create the pages of your favorite books, and now you too can learn how it’s done. Learn the art of papermaking with us, and you’ll leave with your own homemade paper design. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.

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Children
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July 3, 2013 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Join award-winning songwriter Katherine Dines as she provides a musical experience filled with participation. Interact using movement, sing-alongs, zany props and more. Activate your imagination and find your voice.

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Jul 3 2013

Join award-winning songwriter Katherine Dines as she provides a musical experience filled with participation. Kids will interact using movement, sing-alongs, zany props and more. Activate your imagination and find your voice. Appropriate for ages 4-12. This even will take place in the auditorium next to the library.

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July 3, 2013 - 10:45 am to 11:45 am

Join us for special programs intended for our youngest Anythinkers – the miniThinkers! At these programs intended for babies through age 3, we’ll provide a place to enjoy your little one in meaningful ways. Be ready to Play, Read, Sing, Talk or Write with us. Space is limited; registration required.

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Children
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Jul 3 2013

Celebrate our nation with an old-fashioned patriotic gathering. Bicycles, tricycles or strollers to decorate; make homemade ice cream; sing patriotic songs and have a grand ole time. Top it all off by joining a parade around the library. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.

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Children, Family
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July 3, 2013 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Join us for special programs intended for our youngest Anythinkers – the miniThinkers! At these programs intended for babies through age 3, we’ll provide a place to enjoy your little one in meaningful ways. Be ready to Play, Read, Sing, Talk or Write with us.

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Children, Family
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July 3, 2013 - 10:00 am to 10:45 am

Explore nature and creative play in our Explore Outdoors area. Go on a new adventure every week, including a scavenger hunt, an obstacle course and water play. Ages 3-7 welcome.

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Children
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July 3, 2013 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Embark on an adventure into your imagination and capture the wonder of looking at the ordinary to see the extraordinary. All you need is an ordinary cardboard box. Bring a big, little or medium-sized box to discover how the simplest of things can become exciting. Space is limited; registration required.

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Children
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July 3, 2013 - 9:30 am to 10:30 am

Join us for special programs intended for our youngest Anythinkers – the miniThinkers! At these programs intended for babies through age 3, we’ll provide a place to enjoy your little one in meaningful ways. Be ready to Play, Read, Sing, Talk or Write with us. Space is limited; registration required.

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Children
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Jul 2 2013

Mountain pine beetles are known for having devoured Colorado’s forests, yet many of us know very little else about these hungry little creatures. Learn about the pine beetles and craft your own design made of beetle kill pine. Appropriate for all ages. Space is limited. Registration is required for all attendees.

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July 2, 2013 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Many children’s book illustrators use this art form to create the pages of your favorite books, and now you too can learn how it’s done. Learn the art of papermaking with us, and you’ll leave with your own homemade paper design. Space is limited; registration required.

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Children, Tween
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July 2, 2013 - 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm

Need computer help? Having trouble with your new e-reader? The library is offering half-hour, one-on-one appointments. Please call 303-405-3231 to schedule.

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Adult
July 2, 2013 - 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm

Join award-winning songwriter Katherine Dines as she provides a musical experience filled with participation. Kids will interact using movement, sing-alongs, zany props and more. Activate your imagination and find your voice. This program to be held at the Brighton Armory, located next door to Anythink Brighton.

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Children, Family
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July 2, 2013 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
What are you doing this summer? If your answer is, “write a novel,” then you’re in luck. We’re sending you to Camp NaNoWriMo to help you accomplish your literary dreams (and have a whole lot of fun along the way).
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Teen
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July 2, 2013 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

Need help with laptops, e-readers, tablets, Internet surfing, job applications or resumes?  Help is on the way! Individual appointments are for 1 hour per person with the Huron Street Tech Guide. Sign up at the library today!

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Adult, Teen, Tween
Jul 2 2013

Join us every week for special programs intended for our youngest Anythinkers - the miniThinkers! At these programs intended for babies through age 3, we'll provide a place to enjoy your little one in meaningful ways. Be ready to Play, Read, Talk or Write with us.

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Storytime
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Children, Family
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Jul 2 2013

Join us for special programs intended for our youngest Anythinkers – the miniThinkers! At these programs intended for babies through age 3, we’ll provide a place to enjoy your little one in meaningful ways. Be ready to Play, Read, Sing, Talk or Write with us. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.

  • July 2: ReadReading activities for children and adults to help promote early
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Children
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July 2, 2013 - 10:00 am to 10:45 am

Share time with your little one with songs, rhymes, and stories, then stay for free play time afterwards. Appropriate for ages birth-23 months. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register. 

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Storytime
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Children
July 2, 2013 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Need help with laptops, e-readers, tablets, Internet surfing, job applications or resumes?  Help is on the way! Individual appointments are for 1 hour per person with the Huron Street Tech Guide. Sign up at the library today!

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Adult, Teen, Tween
July 1, 2013 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Join award-winning songwriter Katherine Dines as she provides a musical experience filled with participation. Interact using movement, sing-alongs, zany props and more. Activate your imagination and find your voice.

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Family
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July 1, 2013 - 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm

Mountain pine beetles are well known for having devoured Colorado’s forests, yet many of us know very little about these hungry little creatures. Learn about the pine beetles and craft your own design made of beetle kill pine. Space is limited; registration required.

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Children, Family
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July 1, 2013 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Join award-winning songwriter Katherine Dines as she provides a musical experience filled with participation. Kids will interact using movement, sing-alongs, zany props and more. Activate your imagination and find your voice. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.

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Children
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July 1, 2013 - 10:45 am to 11:15 am

Enjoy stories, songs, and other fun activities just for preschoolers. This program is for ages 3-5. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register. 

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Storytime
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Children
July 1, 2013 - 10:30 am to 11:30 am

Mountain pine beetles are well known for having devoured Colorado’s forests, yet many of us know very little about these hungry little creatures. Learn about the pine beetles and craft your own design made of beetle kill pine. Space is limited; registration required.

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Children, Family
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July 1, 2013 - 10:00 am to 10:30 am

Join us for stories, songs, and activities that are just right for active toddlers. This program is for ages 2-3. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.

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Storytime
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Children
July 1, 2013 - 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Delve into the world of computer basics, including how to operate a mouse and keyboard. Learn about browsers, files and programs, and get comfortable with the daily operation of a computer. Registration suggested, but not required.

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Adult, Teen
July 1, 2013 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Join us for special programs intended for our youngest Anythinkers, the miniThinkers! At these programs intended for babies through age 3, we'll provide a place to enjoy your little one in meaningful ways. Be ready to Play, Read, Sing, Talk or Write with us.

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Children
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June 29, 2013 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Learn about different uses of aluminum foil and create your own foil masterpiece. You’ll make a creative piece of art that looks antique and unique. Space is limited; registration required. 

 

 

 

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Children
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June 29, 2013 - 9:30 am to 10:30 am

Decorate a matchbox car and race to the finish line on a track made out of pipes and other materials. Participants will pair together to race the cars down the track. Regardless of which car zooms ahead, each racer can keep their decorated matchbox car as a souvenir. This Anythink in Motion bookmobile program will take place at Berkley Village, 54th Avenue and Wolff Street, in Arvada, Colorado. 

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Children
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June 28, 2013 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Decorate a matchbox car and race to the finish line on a track made out of pipes and other materials. Participants will pair together to race the cars down the track. Regardless of which car zooms ahead, each racer can keep their decorated matchbox car as a souvenir. This Anythink in Motion bookmobile program will take place at Silver Creek Elementary, 15101 Filmore Street, in Thornton, Colo. 

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Children
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June 28, 2013 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

Join us for special programs intended for our youngest Anythinkers – the miniThinkers! At these programs intended for babies through age 4, we’ll provide a place to enjoy your little one in meaningful ways. Be ready to Play, Read, Sing, Talk or Write with us. Appropriate for ages 0-4. Space is limited; registration required.

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Children
Jun 28 2013

Meet at Anythink Bennett to discuss Middlemarch by George Eliot. For more information, please call 303-405-3231.

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Book Club
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Adult
June 27, 2013 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Continue to work on objects and see how the images can be used to create 3D printed objects. Class will be able to pick up printed objects within a week. Registration suggested, but not required.

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The Studio
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Adult, Teen
June 27, 2013 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

It's time to make your own summer blockbuster. Use iPads and iMovie to create an original movie in the library. Grades 4-12 welcome. Space is limited; registration required.

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Teen, Tween
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June 27, 2013 - 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Due to insufficient registrants, this program has been cancelled.

Already know the basics of PowerPoint and ready to take your skills to the next level? This is the perfect class for you! Learn more about creating and presenting slideshows, customization, and tips and tricks to make PowerPoint work for you. Basic PowerPoint 2010 skills required. Space is limited, registration recommended.

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Adult, Teen
June 27, 2013 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

What are you doing this summer? If your answer is, “write a novel,” then you’re in luck. We’re sending you to Camp NaNoWriMo to help you accomplish your literary dreams. Make sure you come to the introduction program to learn what it is all about.

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Teen, Tween

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