Past events

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December 13, 2012 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Still working with your Nook, Kindle or tablet? Learn how to use your library resources with your Nook or Kindle, and see the differences between ereaders and tablets. Please bring your device and cord so we can practice downloading books.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
December 13, 2012 - 6:30 pm to 7:00 pm

Join us at the library for a bilingual story time! Every Thursday we'll host a bilingual storytime for children and their parents. Come on in and enjoy stories in both English and Spanish.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
December 13, 2012 - 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm

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.

Age: 
Adult, Children, Teen
December 13, 2012 - 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

We apologize for any inconvenience that we had to cancel this program.

In a crunch to finish your holiday shopping? Online shopping makes it easy to compare prices and products to get the best deal possible. This class will teach you how to be a savvy online shopper and show you a few of the best sites for getting the most bang for your buck. Space is limited; registration recommended.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
Dec 13 2012

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! The same program will be offered on both days.  

Event Type: 
Music
Age: 
Children
December 12, 2012 - 6:00 pm to 6:30 pm

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.
          Snow:
Books that feature the cold white stuff!

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Family
December 12, 2012 - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Celebrate Gifts from the Heart during a week of drop-in exploration and creativity with quilling – the art of paper twirling. We’ll work together to make a beautiful wall hanging that you can keep for yourself or give as a gift to someone you love. Materials will be available daily during the week. We’ll also have hot cocoa and cookies on Monday, Dec. 10, from 4-6:30 pm.

Age: 
Family
December 12, 2012 - 10:00 am to 10:30 am

Spend time with your toddler listening to stories, songs and finger plays geared just for them. Appropriate for kids ages 2-3.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
December 11, 2012 - 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Enjoy rousing performances of traditional Irish and Scottish music by Matthew Gurnsey, the Kilted Man. Journey into tales of wayward voyages, unrequited love and vibrantly colorful Scottish lives. Experience unique sounds from Celtic instruments such as the concertina, bodhran, bones and mandolin. Appropriate for all ages.

Age: 
Family
December 11, 2012 - 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Don't be intimidated by computers! Learn your way around in this beginner’s class. You will learn how to use a computer and mouse, develop keyboard skills and discover how to navigate your desktop. You’ll also learn more about surfing the web and finding the information you need. This hands-on class covers the fundamentals essential to any of today’s personal computers. If you’re brand new to using a computer, this is the perfect class for you! Space is limited; registration recommended.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
December 11, 2012 - 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm

Visit Anythink Commerce City every Tuesday for our fun, free movies. Enjoy a family favorite along with some popcorn each week.

Dec. 4: Christmas Story

Dec. 11: Santa Clause

Dec. 18: Classic TV Specials

Age: 
Family
December 11, 2012 - 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm

Participate in our holiday photo fun! Take photos in our photo booth and make something wonderful to give to the special people in your life. Create an ornament out of photo-adorned CDs or make a pinecone photo holder.

Age: 
Family
Dec 11 2012

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! The same program will be offered on both days.  

Event Type: 
Music
Age: 
Children
Dec 11 2012

Spend time with your toddler listening to stories, songs, and finger plays geared just for them. Appropriate for kids ages 2-3.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
Dec 11 2012

A new way to explore early literacy! This drop-in program is for children through 6 years old and their parents. Five different centers will be set up reflecting one of each of the early literacy skills. Centers may include books, hands-on activities, crafts or music.  Participants will be gathered together two times during the hour to do a group movement or story activity. This is a new and exciting way to create the path to life-long learning.

Age: 
Children
December 11, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am

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.

Age: 
Adult, Children, Teen
December 11, 2012 - 9:30 am to 10:00 am

Spend time with your toddler listening to stories, songs and finger plays geared just for them. Appropriate for kids ages 2-3.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
December 10, 2012 - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Celebrate Gifts from the Heart during a week of drop-in exploration and creativity with quilling – the art of paper twirling. We’ll work together to make a beautiful wall hanging that you can keep for yourself or give as a gift to someone you love. Materials will be available daily during the week. We’ll also have hot cocoa and cookies on Monday, Dec. 10, from 4-6:30 pm.

Age: 
Family
Dec 10 2012

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. Registration recommended.

Age: 
Children
December 10, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Getting into photo editing can be a tough process. Learn about some of the free resources for photo editing and how to get pictures optimized for any occasion. We will look at website photo editors and free programs such as Gimp.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
December 10, 2012 - 10:00 am to 10:30 am

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.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
December 8, 2012 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

Come sit by the fire while you work on and share your crocheting projects with friends.

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Family
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December 6, 2012 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Preparing for a vacation and want to download an audiobook for your drive or flight? Learn how to use Overdrive to get a downloadable audiobook to make your journey even more pleasant. Also learn how you can transfer items to your MP3 device.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
December 6, 2012 - 6:30 pm to 7:00 pm

Join us at the library for a bilingual story time! Every Thursday we'll host a bilingual storytime for children and their parents. Come on in and enjoy stories in both English and Spanish.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
December 6, 2012 - 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

Enjoy the casual atmosphere of a coffee house at your library. Bring along one of your favorite pieces – you may just feel like sharing it! Poems, short stories, songs, drama and other creative talents are welcome.

Age: 
Adult, Family, Teen, Tween
December 6, 2012 - 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm

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.

Age: 
Adult, Children, Teen
December 6, 2012 - 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm

On the first and third Thursdays of the month, we'll host Bingo for Books for all ages. Teens, tweens, families and children are welcome to join in the Bingo fun, with books for prizes!

Age: 
Children
Dec 6 2012

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! The same program will be offered on both days.  

Event Type: 
Music
Age: 
Children
December 5, 2012 - 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Everyone is welcome to join in this year’s Gifts from the Heart program that coincides with the grand-opening celebration of Anythink Brighton’s teen makerspace. You’ll have an opportunity to tour the new space, experiment with some of its tools, enjoy refreshments and create unique Gifts from the Heart crafts, all while listening to a musical performance featuring Steve Eulberg from 4:30-5:30 pm.

Age: 
Adult, Children, Family, Teen, Tween
December 5, 2012 - 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm

Everyone is welcome to join in this year’s Gifts from the Heart program that coincides with the grand-opening celebration of Anythink Brighton’s teen makerspace. You’ll have an opportunity to tour the new space, experiment with some of its tools, enjoy refreshments and create unique Gifts from the Heart crafts, all while listening to a musical performance featuring Steve Eulberg from 4:30-5:30 pm.

Age: 
Adult, Children, Family, Teen, Tween
December 5, 2012 - 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Join us at the library this winter vacation for drop-in activities for all ages. Teens, tweens, families and children are welcome. No registration required.
Jan. 2: Try your luck at our Minesweeper competition from 1-3 pm.
Jan. 3: Bingo for Books from 1-3 pm.
Jan. 5: Bored? Not with board games!
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Family

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