Past events

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April 17, 2012 - 6:00 pm to 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.

  • April 3: Bingo for Books – Bingo! Come join us to play this simple and incredibly fun game to win books and other treats from our varied collection for all ages.
  • April 10: Cup-Stacking – Have a lot of fun by strengthening your coordination and ambidexterity. Practice or compete in this fast-paced sport that’s all the rage.
  • April 17: Family Painting – Local artist Brooke will teach you how to create their very own piece of artwork on canvas.
  • April 24: Microwave Cooking – Snack on a newly concocted creation and learn a simple recipe that you can try at home.
Age: 
Family
April 17, 2012 - 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

Make your home garden bloom! Participants will learn more about freely available online tools to help you plan your dream garden and assess which plants are best for your yard. Basic computer and Internet skills required. Space is limited, registration required.

Age: 
Adult
April 17, 2012 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Do you like to do crafts? If you’re in 4th-6th grade, come by the library after school and make a craft. Learn how to do some special pop-up cards just in time for Valentine’s Day. Each time we’ll make something different and fun. All materials will be supplied, so all you need to bring is your creativity. No registration required.

Age: 
Children
April 17, 2012 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Come by and do something fun with others every Tuesday. Appropriate for elementary-school-age children.

  • April 3: Candy Jewelry – Make jewelry that is sweet and edible,
  • April 10: Yarn Lacing – Embellish a picture with yarn by lacing.
  • April 17: Games – Play the Kinect or board games with others.
  • April 24: Bingo for Books – Play a game of Bingo and win a book!

Age: 
Children
Apr 17 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!

Event Type: 
Music
Age: 
Children
April 17, 2012 - 11:00 am to 11:30 am

Spend time with your preschooler listening to stories, songs, and finger plays geared just for them. Appropriate for kids ages 3-5. Space is limited; registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
April 17, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Keep working on the basics of computers. Get an email and learn more about the Internet. Learn about browsers, files, flash drives and programs, and get comfortable with the daily operation of a computer.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
April 17, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Learn the basic functions of Excel and how to create a spreadsheet so you can organize information. Intermediate computer skills, such as opening and saving files, required. All ages welcome. Space is limited; registration required.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
April 17, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am

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

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
Apr 17 2012

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

Age: 
Children
April 17, 2012 - 10:00 am to 6:00 pm

Visit the library during the month of April and learn all about the infamous voyage of the famous luxury liner, Titanic. There will be old newspapers documenting the event as well as a pair telegraph keys used for Morse code.

Age: 
Adult, Children, Family, Teen
April 16, 2012 - 6:30 pm to 7:00 pm

Children can wear their pajamas and bring their favorite blanket for this storytime suitable for all ages. Perfect for working parents! No registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children, Family
April 16, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Are you frustrated and feeling isolated as a job hunter? Join a supportive, networking, and skills-sharing weekly meeting. All career changers are welcome. No registration required.

Age: 
Adult
April 16, 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. Space is limited; registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children, Family
April 16, 2012 - 9:45 am to 10:30 am

Calling all babies 12 months and younger! Come enjoy a play date in a space with our youngest Anythinkers in mind. Soft crawling pillows and toys, foam flooring, and gentle music will set the tone for you and your baby to enjoy each other and other caregivers. To make an inviting space for the babies, we want to limit it to 12 months and younger only, please. Space is limited; registration required.

Age: 
Children
April 16, 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: 
Children
April 14, 2012 - 10:00 am to 6:00 pm

Visit the library during the month of April and learn all about the infamous voyage of the famous luxury liner, Titanic. There will be old newspapers documenting the event as well as a pair telegraph keys used for Morse code.

Age: 
Adult, Children, Family, Teen
April 14, 2012 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

The master community gardeners from Denver Urban Gardens will conduct a beginner's organic workshop. They will teach the best tricks, tips and techniques unique to Colorado-grown plants while answering any questions.

Age: 
Family
April 13, 2012 - 11:30 am to 12:00 pm

We're getting ready to launch our new library catalog, and we need your help! We're looking for volunteers to conduct 30-minute website testing. Your feedback will help us launch the best new library catalog for our customers. Please register for a time slot using the Register button below. At your assigned time, please report to the library conference rooms to begin testing.

Age: 
Adult
April 13, 2012 - 11:00 am to 11:30 am

We're getting ready to launch our new library catalog, and we need your help! We're looking for volunteers to conduct 30-minute website testing. Your feedback will help us launch the best new library catalog for our customers. Please register for a time slot using the Register button below. At your assigned time, please report to the library conference rooms to begin testing.

Age: 
Adult
April 13, 2012 - 10:30 am to 11:00 am

We're getting ready to launch our new library catalog, and we need your help! We're looking for volunteers to conduct 30-minute website testing. Your feedback will help us launch the best new library catalog for our customers. Please register for a time slot using the Register button below. At your assigned time, please report to the library conference rooms to begin testing.

Age: 
Adult
April 13, 2012 - 10:00 am to 6:00 pm

Visit the library during the month of April and learn all about the infamous voyage of the famous luxury liner, Titanic. There will be old newspapers documenting the event as well as a pair telegraph keys used for Morse code.

Age: 
Adult, Children, Family, Teen
April 12, 2012 - 6:00 pm to 6:45 pm

Come express yourself and improve your artistic style through different mediums and techniques.

Age: 
Adult
April 12, 2012 - 10:00 am to 10:20 am

Share time with your little one with songs, rhymes and stories for babies and their caregivers. Appropriate for ages birth-23 months. No registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
April 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. Space is limited; registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
April 12, 2012 - 10:00 am to 6:00 pm

Visit the library during the month of April and learn all about the infamous voyage of the famous luxury liner, Titanic. There will be old newspapers documenting the event as well as a pair telegraph keys used for Morse code.

Age: 
Adult, Children, Family, Teen
Apr 11 2012

Creativity reigns with each new weekly arts and crafts project. There will be a special chick-related craft on April 25. All ages welcome.

Age: 
Adult, Children, Family, Teen
April 11, 2012 - 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm

Do something fun and different with others every Wednesday! Appropriate for grades 6-12. No registration required.

  • April 4: Hula Hoops – Make your own hula hoop, then boogie down!
  • April 11: Kinect! – Practice your dance moves and play fun Xbox Kinect games with others.
  • April 18: Merfolk Jewelry – Learn how to create ocean-themed jewelry.
  • April 25: Tea Tasting – Experience teas from around the world and have fun hanging out.
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Teen
April 11, 2012 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Who knew you could have this much fun at the library? We’ve got great programs for teens here at Anythink Washington Street. Appropriate for teens in grades 6-12. No registration required.

  • April 4: TAB – Get involved and let your voice and opinion be heard through the Teen Advisory Board (TAB).
  • April 11: Manga Club – You love manga, so come learn more about it. Bring your own knowledge to teach others what you know.
  • April 18: Teen Painting – Local artist Brooke will teach you how to create their very own piece of artwork on canvas.
  • April 25: Microwave Cooking – Snack on a newly concocted creation and learn a simple recipe that you can try at home.
Age: 
Teen
April 11, 2012 - 2:30 pm to 3:00 pm

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: 
Children
April 11, 2012 - 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm

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: 
Children

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