Past events

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December 5, 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 5, 2012 - 9:30 am to 10:00 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 4, 2012 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Let your voice be heard at the Anythink Huron Street Teen Advisory Board. Discuss improvements you would like to see in the teen space, programming ideas you have and how you can make a difference. Snacks, activities and fun! Appropriate for students grades 6-12.

Age: 
Teen
December 4, 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
Dec 4 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 4 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 4 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 4, 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 4, 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 3, 2012 - 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm

A new way to explore early literacy! This drop-in program is for children up to 4 years old 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 two times during the hour to do a group movement or story activity.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
December 3, 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!
Age: 
Family
Dec 3 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 3, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:30 am

The Internet can be an overwhelming place. Learn how to find the information you are looking for, evaluate websites and bookmark them for future use. Discover the different Internet browsers and how they may be beneficial for searching. This is for beginning users who want to hone their Internet skills.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
December 3, 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 2, 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!
Age: 
Family
December 1, 2012 - 11:00 am to 1:00 pm

Join us to transform ordinary objects into gifts you’ll be pleased to give. This drop-in program for all ages features easy-to-make – and easier-to-love – projects that don’t require artistic talent to enjoy. Decorate a cookie; make a mini wreath decoration or ornament; make magnets, a great hostess gift, to liven up any refrigerator or desk; and design luggage tags to put on backpacks or anything else.

Age: 
Adult, Children, Family, Teen
December 1, 2012 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

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

Age: 
Family
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December 1, 2012 - 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Read to our special listening dogs – they love a good story! Our dogs come from the Denver Pet Partners and are specially trained. An especially good experience for reluctant readers or children ages 6-12 who are afraid of dogs. Space is limited; registration required.

Age: 
Children
Nov 30 2012

Meet at the library to discuss a book chosen the month before by the book club! For the book title, please call 303-405-3231.

Event Type: 
Book Club
Age: 
Adult
November 29, 2012 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Here’s your chance to get one-on-one help on a computer from a tech guide. Come and talk about email, résumés, Internet searching, e-readers or any tech question. All ages are welcome. Space is limited; registration required.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
November 29, 2012 - 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Write your novel with us! National Novel Writing Month is a fun, seat-of-your-pants approach to novel writing. Participants begin writing on Nov. 1. The goal is to write a 50,000-word novel by 11:59:59pm on Nov. 30. Join others in literary abandon throughout the month of November. No registration necessary.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
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November 29, 2012 - 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm

Need computer help? Anythink Bennett is offering assistance twice a week. Please call 303-405-3231 to schedule a half-hour appointment. Walk-ins welcome – first come, first served.

Event Type: 
Class
Age: 
Adult
Nov 29 2012

Stop by the library after school every week for some awesome teen activities. Ages 11-18 welcome.

  • Nov. 1: Teen Advisory BoardLet your opinions be heard! It’s up to you to make your library cool and decide what programs you want.
  • Nov. 8: Glass EtchingCustomize your own glass and take it home.
  • Nov. 15: LEGO-Building Contest Win prizes for the most creative, biggest and tallest structures.
  • Nov. 29: Teen Book ClubRead a book and share it with the group! Snacks provided.
Age: 
Teen, Tween
November 29, 2012 - 4:15 pm to 6:15 pm

Ever seen an amazing YouTube video with super cool effects? Ever wonder how they did it? Ever want to make a video just as awesome? Learn how to use Final Cut Pro X to make your own viral video! Appropriate for students grades 6-12. Space is limited; registration required.

Age: 
Teen
November 29, 2012 - 4:15 pm to 5:15 pm

Drop in for snacks, hanging out, and a different activity each week. Appropriate for students grades 4-7.

Age: 
Tween
Nov 29 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’ll play games, use easy musical instruments, shake beanbags and parachutes, and get ourselves moving and grooving! Please note that in order to offer this program to everyone, participants are encouraged to attend just one Music and Movement program per week.

Event Type: 
Music
Age: 
Children
November 29, 2012 - 11:00 am to 1:00 pm

CASA stands for Court Appointed Special Advocates. Learn how you can help give hope to an abused and neglected child.

Age: 
Adult
November 29, 2012 - 10:15 am to November 30, 2012 - 10:15 am

Come sing and boogie down to fun children’s music. Appropriate for ages 3-5.

Event Type: 
Music
Age: 
Children
November 28, 2012 - 6:00 pm to 6:30 pm

Bring your little ones to hear some great stories while munching on snacks.

  • Nov. 28: Taking a Trip Fun books about going to new places
Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Family
November 28, 2012 - 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Write your novel with us! National Novel Writing Month is a fun, seat-of-your-pants approach to novel writing. Participants begin writing on Nov. 1. The goal is to write a 50,000-word novel by 11:59:59pm on Nov. 30. Join others in literary abandon throughout the month of November. No registration necessary.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
Tags: 
November 28, 2012 - 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm

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 you work to yourself. Any way is good. So please stop by and join the fun!

Age: 
Teen
Nov 28 2012

Who knew you could have this much fun at the library? We’ve got great programs for teens here at Anythink Washington Street. Grades 6-12 welcome. Space is limited; registration recommended.

  • Nov. 7: TABGet involved and let your voice and opinion be heard through the Teen Advisory Board (TAB).

  • Nov. 14: Manners for the HolidaysLearn a bit of table etiquette to impress your relatives over the holidays (or your date for the next school dance), and enjoy a tasty snack in the process.

  • Nov. 21: November CraftJoin us to get crafty and creative with a November-inspired craft.

  • Nov. 28: Microwave CookingUse a simple recipe to create a tasty treat that you can eat now or save for later.

Age: 
Teen
November 28, 2012 - 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Create, play and socialize at the various activities we have planned. Appropriate for elementary-school-age children.

  • Nov. 7: Make Butter! – Learn to make butter, spread it on bread, and then eat it!
  • Nov. 14: Search and Find – Make a search-and-find game to play with family and friends.
  • Nov. 21: A Twist on Watercolors – Draw with a white crayon and then paint over it to make a cool creation.
  • Nov. 28: Finger Friends – Transform Styrofoam balls, pipe cleaners, pom-poms and other supplies into a friend that sits on your hand.
Age: 
Children, Tween

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