Love to talk about books and hang out with other teens? Join us! Snacks served. High school students only.
A new way to explore early literacy! This drop-in program is for children up to age 4 and their parents. Five different centers will be set up reflecting each early literacy skill. Centers may include books, hands-on activities, crafts or music. Participants will be gathered together at various times during the hour to do a group movement or story activity.
Sing, dance, play games and play some basic instruments. Appropriate for kids ages 3-5. Space is limited; registration required.
Sing, dance, play games and learn how to play some basic instruments. Appropriate for kids ages 3-5. Space is limited; registration required.
This is your chance to get one-on-one help on a computer from a tech guide. Talk about email, resumes, internet searching, ereaders or any tech question. All ages are welcome. Space is limited; registration required.
Sing, dance, play games and play some basic instruments. Appropriate for kids ages 2-3. Space is limited; registration required.
Spend time with your toddler listening to stories, songs and finger plays geared just for them. Appropriate for kids ages 2-3. Space is limited; registration required.
Turn photographs into coloring pages in the Studio at Anythink Brighton. You can bring in a favorite photograph or create a new one using the digital photography lab, then take some time to color it. Bring friends and family to this all-ages program.
Sit by the fire while you work on and share your crocheting projects with friends. A teacher is available for those who want to learn.
Play BINGO and win books! All ages welcome.
Have lots of fun with songs and stories for the whole family. All ages welcome; no registration required.
Do you love scrapbooking? Have trouble finding time to scrapbook at home? Have an un-finished object (UFO) that needs your attention? Join other scrapbookers in your community at this informal, drop-in event. Bring a couple pages you are working on and your supplies and join us for some fun! Some supplies provided. Light refreshments will be served.
Meet at the library to discuss Lady’s Life in the Rocky Mountains by Isabella Bird.
Interested in different aspects of the new makerspace? Learn about how the 3D printer can be utilized for design purposes. We will cover 3D image creation, 3D printing and play with computer guts as timing permits. Registration suggested, but not required.
Join us at the library for a bilingual storytime! Every Thursday we'll host a bilingual storytime for children and their parents. Enjoy stories in both English and Spanish.
Come hang out, enjoy a mystery craft, and eat snacks. Grades 4-7 welcome.
On the second and fourth Thursdays of the month, we'll host a general Crafternoon for all ages. Teens, tweens, families and children are welcome to create with assorted crafting supplies.
Need computer help? The library is offering assistance twice a week. Half-hour appointments are available. Please call 303-405-3231 to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins welcome; first come, first served.
Come play Wii, Xbox 360/Kinect and board games. Grades 6-12 welcome.
Stop by the library after school every week for some awesome teen activities.
Keep in touch with family and friends with online social networking sites. Participants will learn the basics of social media, and have an opportunity to get hands-on experience. Basic internet skills and an email address are required for this class. Space is limited, registration recommended.
Sing, dance, play games and learn how to play some basic instruments. Appropriate for kids ages 3-6.
Do you need to start with the basics? We've got you covered. We'll go over the basic parts of a computer and how to operate a mouse and keyboard. Also learn about browsers, files and programs, and get comfortable with the daily operation of a computer. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.
Join Ms. Rene for a great time in this program for 3-6 year olds who love to dance, sing and have a good time! We will play games, use easy musical instruments, shake bean bags and parachutes, and get ourselves moving and grooving.
Sing, dance, play games and learn how to play some basic instruments. Appropriate for kids ages 3-6.
A new way to explore literacy! This drop-in program is for children through age 6 and their parents. Five different centers are set up reflecting each early literacy skill.
This is not your momma’s recipe exchange! Whether it’s an old family favorite or an experiment, bring enough of a dish featuring pears to share with 15 people and copies of the recipe to exchange. Please register.
Olinger Mortuary: Exploring after-life options during life: Cemeteries, coffins, cremation, and preparation.
This program is intended for families with young children who like to hear stories and read books. There will be a small snack at each program. No registration required.
Food - Get a taste with these food-focused stories.
Join Curtis Mork as he leads a LEGO® -building workshop. Learn the history of LEGO, look at different LEGO sets and build, build, build! Appropriate for all ages.
Creativity reigns with each new weekly arts-and-crafts project. All ages welcome.
Do you draw? Like to write? Making a film? If the answer is yes to any of these questions, then the Creation Space is the place for you. We provide a quiet space to create – no grades and no judgment. Share if you wish or keep your work to yourself; either way is good. So please stop by and join the fun!
Who knew you could have this much fun at the library? We’ve got great programs for teens at Anythink Washington Street. Grades 6-12 welcome. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.
Jan. 2 – TAB: Get involved and let your voice and opinion be heard through the Teen Advisory Board (TAB).
Jan. 9 – Hot Cocoa and Haiku: Warm up at the library while we read haiku poetry and write some of our own, all while sipping on hot cocoa.
Jan. 16 – Van Gogh at the Library: Learn a bit about the famous artist Vincent Van Gogh and his work while creating your own masterpiece.
Jan. 23 – Teen Wii: Show off your Wii skills while mingling with your friends at the library.
Jan. 30 – January Craft: Get crafty and creative with a January-inspired project.
Create different kinds of magnets using clothespins and bottle caps. Appropriate for elementary-age children.
Join photographer Kyler Deutmeyer for four weeks of hands-on digital photography. Deutmeyer is an adventure sports and outdoor lifestyle photographer based in Denver, Colorado. His images have appeared in publications including Outside Magazine, Men's Health and Runner's World, and have been used by companies including Patagonia, Black Diamond and the Access Fund. His work can be viewed at www.kylerdeutmeyer.com.
Spend time with your preschooler listening to stories, songs and finger plays geared just for them. Appropriate for ages 3-5. Space is limited; registration required.
Enjoy stories, finger plays, songs and other fun activities just for preschoolers. Appropriate for ages 3-5. Space is limited; registration required.
Spend time with your toddler listening to stories, songs, and finger plays geared just for them. Appropriate for kids ages 2-3
Enjoy stories, finger plays, songs and other activities. For children ages 2-6.
Create delicious and decorative pinwheel hors d’oeuvres. Supplies provided. Appropriate for adults. Space is limited; registration required.
Enjoy stories, finger plays, songs and other fun activities just for preschoolers. Appropriate for ages 3-5. Space is limited; registration recommended. Please visit our online calendar to register.
Spend time with your toddler listening to stories, songs, and finger plays geared just for them. Appropriate for kids ages 2-3. Space is limited; registration required.
Share time with your little one at your local Anythink with songs, rhymes, and stories for babies and their caregivers. Appropriate for ages birth-23 months
Share time with your little one at your local Anythink with songs, rhymes and stories for babies and their caregivers. Appropriate for ages birth-23 months. Space is limited; registration required.
Sew an attractive shrug from a t-shirt. Supplies provided, or bring your own t-shirt. Works with long sleeved shirts too! Appropriate for adults and teens. Space is limited; registration required.
Each week features a different activity for families with children or teens of all ages. Join us in the program space downstairs for culinary, creative and technological fun. All ages welcome. Space is limited; registration recommended. Please visit our online calendar to register.
Jan. 8 – Hot Cocoa and Stories: Warm up at the library while we read a wintery tale and sip on some hot cocoa.
Jan. 15 – Van Gogh at the Library: Learn a bit about the famous artist Vincent Van Gogh and his work while creating your own masterpiece.
Jan. 22 – Think Science: Stacy from Think Science will join us to show you the wonders of prisms.
Jan. 29 – January Craft: Get crafty and creative with a January-inspired project.
You have access to thousands of e-books and audiobooks from the Anythink website! Learn how to access our downloadable media, find titles, and transfer them onto your e-reader, smartphone or portable music device. Bring in your own laptop or device and the resident Tech Guide will help you get set up. Space is limited; registration recommended.
Visit your local Anythink for video game free play. Ages 11 and up.
New friends, food and discussions of Japanese graphic novels and animated movies.
Join us every Tuesday for our fun, free movies with popcorn for all. January's theme is "old vs. new." Which version will you like better?
Jan. 8: The Parent Trap (1998)
Jan. 15: The Parent Trap (1961)
Jan. 22: The Karate Kid (2010)
Jan. 29: The Karate Kid (1984)
