Past events

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September 12, 2012 - 10:30 am to 11:00 am

Enjoy stories, finger plays, songs and other fun activities just for preschoolers. Appropriate for ages 3-5. Space is limited; registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
September 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
September 12, 2012 - 9:45 am to 10:15 am

Spend time with your toddler listening to stories, songs and finger plays geared just for them.  Appropriate for ages 2-3.  Space is limited; registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
September 12, 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. Space is limited; registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Adult, Children
September 11, 2012 - 6:00 pm to 6:45 pm

Tuesdays 6-6:45 pm

Each week features a different activity for families with children and teens of all ages. Join us in the program space downstairs for culinary, creative and technological fun. All ages welcome. Space is limited; registration required.

  • Sept. 4: Bingo 4 BooksJoin us and play this simple and incredibly fun game to win books from our varied collection for all ages.

  • Sept. 11: Stilt-WalkingStretch is coming to the library to teach you how to walk on stilts. You will be standing tall at this fun-filled event.

  • Sept. 18: Fall ArtWe’ll be using some naturific supplies for our fall art program that’s fun for the whole family.

  • Sept. 25: Candy SushiIt’s time to create an artistic treat to eat. Use Swedish Fish, cereal and more to mold your very own candy sushi snack.

Age: 
Family
September 11, 2012 - 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm

Want to try a Wii game with fellow adults? Or feel like a game of Scrabble or dominoes? How about backgammon, chess, or whist or euchre? We’ll have it all, plus yummy night-time snacks. Drop in with friends or come on your own.

Age: 
Adult
September 11, 2012 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Create your own one-of-a-kind necklace or keychain using bottlecaps! Bring your favorite image or photo, or choose from a variety of pictures provided. Appropriate for grades 4-7. Space is limited; registration required.

Age: 
Tween
September 11, 2012 - 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm

Join us every Tuesday for our fun, free movies. Enjoy a family favorite along with some popcorn each week.

In September, we’ll watch these classic Pixar films:

• Sept. 4: Toy Story
• Sept. 11: Cars
• Sept. 18: Up
• Sept. 25: The Incredibles

Age: 
Family
Sep 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’ll play games, use easy musical instruments, shake bean bags and parachutes, and get ourselves moving and grooving!

Event Type: 
Music
Age: 
Children
September 11, 2012 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

Come with your little one (18 months to 4 years) to enjoy one or all of our interactive play stations. We provide a place for you to have a “play date” at our house!

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

Sing, dance, play games and learn how to play some basic instruments. Appropriate for kids ages 3-6. Space is limited; registration required.

Event Type: 
Music
Age: 
Children
Sep 11 2012

This drop-in program for children through 6 years old and their parents is a new way to explore early literacy and create the path to lifelong learning! Six 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.

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

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.

Age: 
Adult
September 11, 2012 - 10:00 am to 10:45 am

Share time with your little one with songs, rhymes, and stories for babies and their caregivers, then stay for free play time afterward. Appropriate for ages birth-24 months. Space is limited; registration required. 

Age: 
Children
September 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. Space is limited; registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Adult, Children
September 10, 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. No registration necessary.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
September 10, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Delve into the world of computers, including how to turn it on and 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.

September 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
September 10, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Following the Liz Ryan method of career rebooting, this group meets as a supportive, networking, and skills-sharing community. All job seekers and career changers are welcome to drop in.

 

Age: 
Adult
September 8, 2012 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

We want your 3-5 year-old to be dazzled and intrigued by this program that features exploration stations for you to do together. The theme for September is Math and Science, so each center will give you an opportunity explore those subjects. Due to the nature of this program, it is reserved for 3-5-year-olds with an adult. Space is limited; registration required.

Age: 
Children
September 8, 2012 - 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Come and 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, so please register at the front desk.

Age: 
Children
Sep 7 2012

Come to the library every week for an exciting and fun program. All ages welcome.

  • Sept. 7: Bingo for BooksPlay Bingo and win books!
  • Sept. 14: Gaming UnpluggedBetter than Xbox, more powerful than Wii…experience the awesomeness of board games!
  • Sept. 21: Sport StackingStack cups against a timer or with a friend. This is a fast-paced sport that’s a fun time for everyone.
  • Sept. 28: CraftVisit our Bee experience zone and make a “bee-utiful” craft!
Age: 
Children, Family, Teen
September 7, 2012 - 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Shhh! It’s quiet time at the library. Get your homework done so your weekend’s fun. All ages welcome.

Age: 
Children, Teen
September 6, 2012 - 6:30 pm to 7:00 pm

Join us at the library for a bilingual storytime! 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
September 6, 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.

Age: 
Adult
Sep 6 2012

Stop by the library after school for some awesome teen activities. Appropriate for ages 11-18.

  • Sept. 6: Teen Advisory BoardLet your opinions be heard! It’s up to you to make your library cool and decide what programs YOU want.
  • Sept. 13: Marshmallow ShootersMake your own, take it home! For use with pom-poms and marshmallows.
  • Sept. 20: Ping-Pong Battle RoyalePit your mad ping-pong skills against an opponent. Who will reign as champion? It could be you.
  • Sept. 27: Make a Pop Tab BraceletIdeal for both girls and boys, these bracelets are easy to make and fun to wear.
Age: 
Teen
September 5, 2012 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Learn how to navigate the PEAK website used by the state of Colorado to determine if you are eligible for food, cash and medical benefits. If you qualify, learn about the next steps to apply for assistance, check benefits and make account changes. Space is limited; registration required.

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Class
Age: 
Adult

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