Past events

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September 18, 2019 - 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Join our discussion of I'll Be Gone in the Dark: One Woman's Obsessive Search for the Golden State Killer by Michelle McNamara. Appropriate for adults. Registration suggested, but not required. Please visit our online calendar to register. 

Event Type: 
Book Club
Age: 
Adult
September 18, 2019 - 10:00 am to 10:30 am

Sing, dance, play games, and learn how to play some basic instruments. Activities are appropriate for kids 3-6 years old, but younger participants are welcome to attend. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to dance, too. 

Event Type: 
Music
Age: 
Children
September 18, 2019 - 9:30 am to 10:15 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. No registration required.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
September 17, 2019 - 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

With so many great movies coming out all the time, odds are that we all miss a seeing a great flick from time to time. FOMO no more by joining Anythink for a mid-week movie night on the town! We’ll meet at Elvis Cinemas Arvada for fun, conversation, and a free movie. Appropriate for adults. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register and for information about this month’s viewing, which will be decided closer to the program date.

Elvis Cinemas Arvada is located at 5157 West 64th Avenue in Arvada, Colorado.

Event Type: 
Book Club
Age: 
Adult
September 17, 2019 - 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm

This class explores the personal and cultural beliefs that have shaped how you think about money. Understanding how these each influence your financial decision-making can make reaching your goals easier. Learn how to reflect on your personal beliefs but set goals that are in line with your personal values. The class also introduces conversation starters to help you talk about money with your children and other loved ones. Note: This class focuses on participants' thoughts around money, and does not discuss specific financial content (budgeting, credit, debt, etc.). 

Event Type: 
Class
Age: 
Adult
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September 17, 2019 - 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Join us for our monthly book club. September’s title will be Dare to Lead: Brave Work, Tough Conversations, Whole Hearts by research professor of social work Brené Brown. Light refreshments will be served. No registration is required.

Event Type: 
Book Club
Age: 
Adult
September 17, 2019 - 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Stop by at one of the two book clubs, we will be reading In the Dare to Lead: Brave Work, Tough Conversations, Whole Hearts by Brene Brown. Light refreshments will be served. No registration is required.

Pasa por uno de los dos clubes de libros, en los que estaremos leyendo el libro Dare to Lead: Brave Work, Tough Conversations, Whole Hearts de Brene Brown. Se ofrecerán refrescos. No es necesario registrarse.

Event Type: 
Book Club
Age: 
Adult
September 17, 2019 - 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm

Turn your passion into a business. Join Etsy expert Lynsey Morgan for a how-to guide and behind-the-scenes look at this online selling platform. In addition to owning the popular Etsy shops Enfuse Jewelry and Sounds of Silver, Morgan was a member of Etsy’s Seller Advisory Board.

Space is limited; registration is required. Please visit our online calendar to register.

Event Type: 
Class
Age: 
Adult, Teen
September 17, 2019 - 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm

Starting a new business or expanding on an existing venture takes time and continuous planning. Business plans are a living document that will change with the business and should be reviewed yearly. East Colorado SBDC Business Consultant Jenn Negley will guide this breakdown of the planning method using the Business Model Canvas (BMC). At the end of the workshop, you will have a completed outline that you can transform into a viable business plan. Space is limited; registration recommended. Please visit our online calendar to register.

 

Event Type: 
Class
Age: 
Adult
September 17, 2019 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Join Zenghua Yang, founder of local game development company Serenity Forge, to learn inside tips on building a career as a video game developer. Ask questions and play some of the games created by Serenity Forge. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.

Age: 
Teen
September 17, 2019 - 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
People meeting in a room

Kickstart your Creative Business, Part I

Tuesday, Sept. 10, 4-6 pm

Join local expert Trevor Gass in the first of this exciting 3-part series designed to get you started with your creative business. This session will focus on the numerous ways an amateur photographer can transition their hobby from passion to profession. Trevor will guide your through his continuing journey of the strategies and pitfalls in developing and growing a small business. Space is limited; registration preferred. Please visit our online calendar to register.

Kickstart your Creative Business, Part II

Tuesday, Sept. 17, 4-6 pm

Join local expert Trevor Gass in the second part of this exciting 3-part series designed to get you started with your creative business. This session will focus on the notion that starting your own photography business is an exercise in discovery. Explore the nuts and bolts of a photography business. You'll learn the answers to some common questions, along with answers to questions that you didn't even know to ask. Space is limited; registration preferred. Please visit our online calendar to register.

Kickstart your Creative Business, Part III

Tuesday, Sept. 24, 4-6 pm

In the finale of this exciting 3-part series designed to get you started with your creative business , you’ll learn that running a photography business is 10 percent photography and 90 percent business. Learn more about the 90 percent from local specialists (Trevor Gass and associates) who help small businesses in the Denver area stay on track. It's time to create your team of experts to tackle finances, taxes, insurance, payroll and more. Space is limited; registration preferred. Please visit our online calendar to register.

Event Type: 
The Studio
September 17, 2019 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Are you hungry for good books and good food?  This month, read a book about a culture that’s not your own, then eat snacks and tell us all about it! We will learn about Japanese calligraphy from Sanami Edwards. Appropriate for kids in grades 4-5. Please see a staff member if you need book recommendations

Age: 
Children
September 17, 2019 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Join us every Tuesday to explore science, technology, engineering, art and math. Appropriate for students in grades K-5. No Registration required.

September 3: LEGO Club - Explore science, technology, engineering and math through LEGOS®.
September 10: Who does that? - Learn about interesting careers in a fun and interactive way.
September 17: Barr Lake Ranger Talk – Learn about a natural facet of Barr Lake State Park.
September 24: Art Stop on the Go- Join an instructor from the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art for an imaginative art class.

 

Event Type: 
Class
Age: 
Children
September 17, 2019 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Join us for a snack and milk provided by our partner, Food Bank of the Rockies. Meals provided for children ages 0-18. No registration required.

Age: 
Children
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September 17, 2019 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

We believe that kids have the power to make a difference in the world. Join us each month as we learn about a different local or global organization who is making a difference for others, then lend a hand as we help make a difference with a hands-on project that benefits the organization. Appropriate for elementary school-aged kids. Space is limited; registration required. 

Age: 
Children
September 17, 2019 - 4:00 pm to 4:05 pm

From first application to final interview, our guide will help you find a fulfilling career. Navigate your options, automate your search, edit your resume or cover letter, or practice putting your best foot forward with a mock interview. Best for adults. To schedule an appointment, e-mail Kaelin Alexander at kalexander@anythinklibraries.org.

Age: 
Adult, Teen
September 17, 2019 - 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Madeline Miller’s Circe returns to Greece with her retelling of the goddess's story that manages to be both epic and intimate in its scope, recasting the most infamous female figure from the Odyssey as a hero in her own right. Join us to take an intimate look at Greek mythology.

Event Type: 
Book Club
Age: 
Adult
September 17, 2019 - 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm

No matter what stage your business is in, you need a great marketing plan. Join Jesse Esparza of the Colorado Small Business Development Center to learn how to identify your market niche, develop a marketing strategy and determine a marketing budget. Space is limited; registration required. 

Age: 
Adult
Tags: 
September 17, 2019 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

Do you need help with your job search? Stop by for drop-in help on how to navigate your options, automate your search, or edit/create your resume or cover letter. No registration is required.

Age: 
Adult
Tags: 
September 17, 2019 - 10:30 am to 11:15 am

Read a story, participate in fun activities about animals, and hear from a real veterinarian about her job helping our furry friends.

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
September 16, 2019 - 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

It’s time to start cooking again! We’ll learn how to make popovers using muffin tins and put together a yummy berry sauce. This program is intended for kids ages 5-12. Space is limited; registration required.

Age: 
Children
September 16, 2019 - 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
table with oil paints

Explore the basic skills and techniques involved in oil painting with local expert Arturo Garcia. Appropriate for teens and adults. Space is limited; registration preferred. Please visit our online calendar to register.

Event Type: 
The Studio
September 16, 2019 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Join us for a drop-in snack program sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies and Brighton Shares the Harvest. Free for ages 18 and under.

 

Age: 
Children, Family, Teen, Tween
September 16, 2019 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Help us spread the love by creating kindness rocks that we will place around the Huron Street library. Fill the rocks with positive images and messages to cheer up someone else's day. Appropriate for students in grades 6-12. 

Age: 
Teen
September 16, 2019 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Can you design the next Taj Mahal? Want to cultivate your chemistry curiosity? Always dreamed of becoming an Air Force pilot? Join Snapology of Aurora to explore these STEAM careers using LEGO bricks and other tools. Appropriate for elementary school-aged kids. Space is limited; registration required. 

  • Sept. 9 – Architect
  • Sept. 16 – Chemist
  • Sept. 23 – Pilot
Age: 
Children
September 16, 2019 - 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm

Is your credit score leaving you confused? Credit is complicated. Experts from mPowered will guide you through an in-depth explanation of the credit system and what it takes to build, maintain and improve your credit score. Learn how to access your credit reports and discover the benefits of having good credit. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.

Event Type: 
Tech
Age: 
Adult, Teen
September 16, 2019 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

New and experienced players of the popular trading card game, Magic: The Gathering, are invited to meet-up to play competitively for prizes. Some cards provided. Space is limited; registration is recommended Students in grade 6 to 12 welcome.

Age: 
Teen
September 16, 2019 - 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

The Monk of Mokha by Dave Eggers is the incredible true story of a young Yemeni American man, raised in San Francisco, who dreams of resurrecting the ancient art of Yemeni coffee but finds himself trapped in Sana’a by civil war.

Event Type: 
Book Club
Age: 
Adult
September 16, 2019 - 10:15 am to 11:00 am

Join us for a storytime featuring books, songs, rhymes, and play in English and Spanish. Appropriate for kids ages 2-6. No registration required.

 

Acompananos para cuentos, canciones, rimas y juego en inglés y español. Apropiado para niños de 2 a 6 años. No se requiere registro.

 

Event Type: 
Storytime
Age: 
Children
September 14, 2019 - 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Do you want to learn a new language? Do you already speak a second – or third –language and want some practice by sharing it with others? Join Anythinkers for a friendly afternoon of polyglot pleasures as we explore the cultural and linguistic traditions that make our neighborhood distinctive. This month, learn the basics of American Sign Language (ASL). Best for teens through adults. 

Event Type: 
Class
Age: 
Adult, Children, Family, Teen, Tween

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