Still working with your Nook, Kindle or Tablet? Come learn how to use your library resources with your Nook or Kindle. See the differences between ereaders and tablets. Please bring your device and cord so we can practice downloading books. Registration suggested, but not required.
Explore the censuses from 1790-1940. Find out what each one has to offer the researcher, including the non-population census records.
Learn how to make a pendant for a necklace, bracelet or keychain from a slice of copper pipe and beads. With a few basic tools, you can make a unique piece of jewelry and learn the skills needed to make more at home. Appropriate for adults. Space is limited; registration is required.
Bonnie Phipps – a national autoharp champion and Parents’ Choice award-winning musician – along with renowned guitarist Michael Delalla, share their intricate instrumentals, musical stories and hilarious songs that kids will love. Space is limited; registration required at some locations. Please visit our online calendar to register.
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 ingredient or style. All meals will be taste-tested by judges, and the winning team earns a prize. Grades 4-12 welcome. Space is limited; registration required.
Richie Castro is a modern-day troubadour, sharing his musical styles and skills with audiences around the globe. Join him for a unique performance and learn more about the songwriting process.
Discover some basic techniques and hone your own photography skills that will help your subject come to life.
Thursdays, June 6, 13, 20 & 27, 1-3 pm
Wednesdays, July 24 & 31, 1-3 pm
Join the Jackman Brothers for an interactive exploration of all things tropical. These performers will entertain using a few special helpers, including hissing cockroaches, snakes, spiders, and other creatures.
Tick. Tock. It’s time for a book cover clock! Design a one-of-a-kind accent for your home or office using book covers. We’ll use hardcover books and clock kits to create a decoration that both tells the time and inspires you to read. Space is limited; registration required.
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.
Learn about the creative, magical and delicious world of cooking with Chef Ian! Space is limited; registration required.
What’s summertime without lemonade? Personalize your own set of coasters to give as a gift or to use at home for your favorite summer beverage. We’ll provide the materials for you to paint and seal your own unique set. Space is limited; registration required.
Make a picture frame as unique as the photo within it. Using old magazine pages, we’ll make colorful and textural picture frames for you to showcase your loved ones. Appropriate for grades 6-12. Space is limited; registration required.
Decorate a matchbox car and then create a racetrack out of pipes or 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. Space is limited; registration required.
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. Space is limited; registration required.
Can you balance a book on your head while walking? Or jump on a pogo stick? Do you think you could walk on stilts, balance spinning plates on sticks or maneuver a balance beam without falling off? Find out in this program where balance is the name of the game. Space is limited; registration required.
Celebrate our nation with an old-fashioned patriotic gathering. Space is limited; registration is required.
Join the Jackman Brothers for an interactive exploration of all things tropical. These performers will entertain using a few special helpers, including hissing cockroaches, snakes, spiders and other creatures. No registration required.
Bonnie Phipps – a national Autoharp Champion and Parents’ Choice award-winning musician – along with renowned guitarist Michael Delalla, share their intricate instrumentals, musical stories and hilarious songs that kids will love. Appropriate for ages 4-12.
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.
Can you balance a book on your head while walking? Or jump on a pogo stick? Do you think you could walk on stilts, balance spinning plates on sticks or maneuver a balance beam without falling off? Find out in this program where balance is the name of the game. Space is limited; registration required.
Learn how to make a pendant for a necklace, bracelet or keychain from a slice of copper pipe and beads. With a few basic tools, you can make a unique piece of jewelry and learn the skills needed to make more at home. Space is limited; registration required.
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.
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; no registration required.
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
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.
Learn your way around your beautiful new library and get a head start on your summer reading treasure hunt style. Appropriate for all ages. Space is limited. Registration is required for all attendees.
Learn about different uses of aluminum foil, and use materials to create your own foil masterpiece. We’ll help you combine board, glue, shoe polish and aluminum foil to make a creative piece of art that looks antique and unique. Space is limited; registration required.
Learn techniques for drawing concept art and then transferring your designs to the computer for digital manipulation.
Tuesdays, June 4, 11, 18 & 25, 3-5 pm
Tuesdays, July 9, 16, 23, & 30, 3-5 pm
Experience birds of prey up close and personal! This one-hour program includes an introduction to an eagle, an owl, a falcon and a free-flying hawk. Students learn about the importance of different raptor species, their specially adapted tools and their role in our ecosystems. To be held at the Brighton Armory.
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, Sing, Talk or Write with us.
What’s summertime without lemonade? Personalize your own set of coasters to give as a gift or to use at home for your favorite summer beverage. We’ll provide the materials for you to paint and seal your own unique set. Space is limited; registration required.
Need computer help? Having trouble with your new ereader? The library is offering half-hour, one-on-one appointments. Please call 303-405-3231 to schedule.
Share time with your little one with songs, rhymes, and stories, then stay for free play time afterwards. This program is for ages birth-23 months. Space is limited; registration required.
These programs include family activities for kids 0-3 and their parents. Each program is designed to promote early literacy at the library and at home. No registration is required.
This class will get you started on how to create, save, open, and edit a word document. You will also learn how to format, modify font, add photos and adjust the page set up. All ages welcome.
Bonnie Phipps – a national autoharp champion and Parents’ Choice award-winning musician – along with renowned guitarist Michael Delalla, share their intricate instrumentals, musical stories and hilarious songs that kids will love. No registration required.
Alex is a singer, guitarist and pianist and can teach you how to record and edit your own music for a CD-quality final product.
Mondays, June 3 & 24, 5-7 pm
Mondays, June 10 & 17, 1-3 pm
Mondays, July 15 & 22, 12-2 pm
Mondays, August 19 & 26, 5-7 pm
Visit your local Anythink and learn more about all of the exciting experiences that await you in the coming months. Sign up for your favorite programs, interact with staff and receive your mySummer messenger bag.
Visit your local Anythink and learn more about all of the exciting experiences that await you in the coming months. Sign up for your favorite programs, interact with staff and receive your mySummer messenger bag.
Drop in and choose from a variety of video games to play. Grades 4-12 welcome.
Bonnie Phipps – a national autoharp champion and Parents’ Choice award-winning musician – along with renowned guitarist Michael Delalla, share their intricate instrumentals, musical stories and hilarious songs that kids will love. Space is limited; registration required.
Visit your local Anythink and learn more about all of the exciting experiences that await you in the coming months. Sign up for your favorite programs, interact with staff and receive your mySummer messenger bag!
Enjoy stories, songs, and other fun activities just for preschoolers. This program is for ages 3-5. Space is limited; registration required.
Delve into computers including how to turn it on and 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.
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.
Join us for special programs intended for our youngest Anthinkers, 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.
Visit Anythink York Street's grand opening celebration and learn more about all of the exciting experiences that await you in the coming months. Sign up for your favorite programs, interact with staff and receive your mySummer messenger bag.
Learn more about all of the exciting experiences that await you in the coming months. Sign up for your favorite programs, interact with staff and recieve your mySummer messenger bag.
Learn more about all of the exciting experiences that await you in the coming months. Sign up for your favorite programs, interact with staff and receive your mySummer messenger bag.
