Past events

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March 6, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Using Publisher, you can create fliers, brochures and newsletters. This user-friendly application allows you to easily input graphics, photos and text to make a high-quality publication. This class requires participants to have intermediate computer skills such as opening and saving files. All ages welcome. Space is limited; registration required.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
Mar 6 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
March 6, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Come with your little one (18 months-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! No registration required.

Age: 
Children
March 5, 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
March 5, 2012 - 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

This beginner’s class for adults will be taught in a creative, whole-brain learning method using various study guides and audio-visual materials. Classes will be led by Aracely Henton, who conducted individual instruction at Language World, Inc. in California. Also, attendance is encouraged at the corresponding study group held on March 8, 15 and 22 (see the calendar for separate listings). Space is limited, registration required.

Age: 
Adult
March 5, 2012 - 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm

Enjoy an afternoon full of activities based around the hit series Hunger Games. Suggested for students in grades 6-12. No registration required.

Age: 
Teen
March 5, 2012 - 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Come and celebrate Tech Week at the library. We’ll have laptops out for gaming and will be doing tech-inspired crafts. So please stop by and join the fun! Snacks will also be provided. No registration required.

Age: 
Adult, Family, Teen
March 5, 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
March 5, 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
March 5, 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
March 5, 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
March 2, 2012 - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

All day long, we’ll have special crafts and snacks dedicated to the memory of Dr. Seuss and his wonderful book characters available in the children’s area of the library. All ages are invited to drop in and play. No registration required.

Age: 
Adult, Children, Family, Teen
March 1, 2012 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Wondering what to do with your pictures on your digital camera? Organize them on your computer in folders and see how to put pictures onto a website like Picasa, Flickr or Facebook to share with friends and family. No registration required.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
March 1, 2012 - 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

This beginner’s class for adults will be taught in a creative, whole-brain learning method using various study guides and audio-visual materials. Classes will be led by Aracely Henton, who conducted individual instruction at Language World, Inc. in California. Also, attendance is encouraged at the corresponding study group held on March 8, 15 and 22 (see the calendar for separate listings). Space is limited, registration required.

Age: 
Adult
March 1, 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
March 1, 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
Feb 29 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
February 29, 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.
Age: 
Teen
February 29, 2012 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Learn how to cook something new, simple and delicious. We’ll provide the recipe and ingredients – all you need to bring along is your appetite. Grades 6-12 welcome. No registration required.

Age: 
Teen
February 29, 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
February 29, 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.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
February 29, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Coffee master Marilyn invites you to savor coffee samples paired with delicious pastries. Learn about different roasts and coffee beans from across the globe. Sponsored by the Starbucks on Bromley and Sable in Brighton. No registration required.

Age: 
Adult
Feb 29 2012

Join us for a morning of silly songs and colorful books. Appropriate for ages birth-2. No registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
February 29, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Think a mouse is only a small animal? Trying to search the Web only to get lost?

We can help! Anythink Commerce City is partnering with CenturyLink to teach basic computer and Internet skills. Designed for the novice, this class gives you the basic tools to successfully use a computer.

The class is free, open to all ages, and will be presented in both English and Spanish. If you would like to participate, please reserve a spot in the class by clicking the Register button below. For more information, call Anythink Commerce City at 303-287-0063.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
February 29, 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: 
Children
February 28, 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. No registration required.

  • Feb. 7: Bingo for Books – Join us and play this simple and incredibly fun game to win books from our varied collection for all ages.
  • Feb. 14: Oreo Pops – Make a tasty treat to give to a loved one, or to eat yourselves.
  • Feb. 21: Bottle Cap Craft – Use this small object that most consider trash to create a truly unique craft.
  • Feb. 28Pictionary – Let’s get together for this old-time favorite so we can participate in a little teamwork and a little friendly competition.
Age: 
Family
February 28, 2012 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

We’ll have crafts, games, the Wii or Xbox Kinect for children to play. It’s a chance to hang out with your friends every week. Appropriate for elementary-school-aged children. No registration required.

Age: 
Children
Feb 28 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
Feb 28 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
February 28, 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
February 28, 2012 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Still working with your Nook, Kindle or Tablet from this holiday season? Come learn how to use your library resources with your new tech toys. Please bring your device and cord so we can practice downloading books. Space is limited; registration required.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
February 27, 2012 - 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm

Learn how to make a fun new craft. Students in grades 6-12 welcome. No registration required.

Age: 
Teen
Feb 27 2012

The Memory Palace by Mira Bartok explores the connections between mother and daughter that cannot be broken no matter how much exists – or is lost – between them. Come discuss this powerful book with us. No registration required.

Event Type: 
Book Club
Age: 
Adult
February 27, 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
February 27, 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
February 27, 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
February 24, 2012 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Monday, Feb. 13, 4-5 pm
At this continuation of the Embryology program, participants can check on the progress of our incubating eggs. We’ll candle the eggs to see inside the shell. Appropriate for all ages. No registration required.

Friday, Feb. 24, 4-5 pm
This is last in the installment of three embryology sessions. During this program, we will meet the live chicks that we have been incubating for the past three weeks. Appropriate for all ages. No registration required.

Age: 
Adult, Children, Family, Teen
February 23, 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 questions. All ages are welcome. Space is limited; registration required.

Age: 
Adult, Teen

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