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Join us for a lively discussion of Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann. Our book club meets the third Tuesday of each month. New members are always welcome!
When asked about his paintings, artist Clyfford Still once wrote: “As for me, they kindle a fire; through them I breathe again, hold a golden cord, find my own revelation.” In this three-week series, experts from Denver's Clyfford Still Museum will lead us in an exploration of 20th century American art. Join us to find your own revelation, and discover a new appreciation of well-known artists and their work. Space is limited; online registration required.
Monday, Aug. 12
Monday, Aug. 19
Monday, Aug. 26
Is there something you love? Proclaim it with a button. Appropriate for students in grades 6-12.
School is gearing up and we can get you prepared with DIY accessories and yummy snack creations. Appropriate for elementary school-aged kids. Space is limited; registration required.
Rachel Joyce is the author of the beloved Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry. In her new novel, The Music Shop, Joyce writes of love, friendship, and the power of music to heal.
Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and other fun activities that are perfect for preschoolers. This program is for ages 3-5.
Learn about the Glowforge 3D laser printer and the amazing things you can create with it. Space and supplies are limited; registration preferred. Please visit our online calendar to register.
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.
Join us for stories, songs and activities that are just right for active toddlers. This program is for ages 2-3.
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.
Ready to feel more financially confident? Bring your questions and listen to financial wellness consultant William Thompson from KeyBank to learn best practices in managing finances. Refreshments will be served.
Monday, Aug. 19: Home buying
Monday, Aug. 26: Managing debt
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.
Share time with your little one with songs, rhymes, and stories for babies and their caregivers. Appropriate for ages birth-23 months.
Sing, dance, and learn how to play some basic instruments. Appropriate for kids ages 2-6. No registration required.
Whether you knit, crochet, embroider, weave, macramé, bead, or quilt, there's a seat for you at our fiber art circle. Complete a monthly project or bring your own work while you enjoy tea, cookies, and conversation. All materials will be provided. Beginners welcome. Best for adults.
Life is just better with batter! Make a delicious masterpiece with simple supplies and a little syrup. Hot off the plate, our pancake creations will be edible art! All materials will be provided.
This workshop is for those of any experience level who want to try using watercolors to create one or several paintings to gift or keep. Internationally exhibited artist Kelley Schei focuses on teaching some basic skills while letting you find your own creative style in a fun, supportive atmosphere. Appropriate for teens and older. Space and supplies are limited; registration preferred. Please visit our online calendar to register.
Whether you knit, crochet, embroider, weave, macramé, bead, or quilt, there's a seat for you at our fiber art circle. Complete a monthly project or bring your own work while you enjoy tea, cookies, and conversation. All materials will be provided. Beginners welcome. Best for adults.
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.
Learn from certified career & life coach Katy Flatau of Mindful-U about navigating your small business and turning a side hustle into a full-time job. Appropriate for those who are new to the field and/or interested in starting a small business.
Local expert Carl the Computer Guy will lead this workshop on how to build a computer from scratch. Each family will get the opportunity to build their own computer from scrap parts and learn the best techniques to build custom computers at home. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.
Join us in August and September to support local businesses at the Pop-Up Shops at Anythink Brighton. Three local businesses will be featured at each event, and merchandise will be available for purchase. Drop in anytime! No registration required.
This week's vendors:
Interested in participating? Fill out this form or contact kallen@anythinklibraries.org for more information.
Learn how to sew with our team of sewists. The first hour and a half we will make a special project: drawstring backpacks! The final half hour will be spent on mending, so feel free to bring anything that is in need of repair.
Children in elementary school are invited to read to our wonderful dog volunteers. They join us on the third Saturday of each month. This is an excellent program for children who are learning to read or need practice reading. Our patient dogs love to listen and they never criticize. Please call 303-452-7534 or stop by to make an appointment.
Want to learn calligraphy, but don’t know where to start? Join Malory from Line + Light Studio to learn the proper technique for brush calligraphy. Space and supplies are limited; registration preferred. Please visit our online calendar to register.
Did you purchase a new device? Do you need an email address? Learn basic computer skills in these drop-in sessions. Stop by with your tech questions. Walk-ins welcomed. No registration is required.
Discover the creative side of coding with these award-winning robots! Best for elementary and tweens.
Therapy dogs provide a safe, non-judgmental audience for kids to practice their reading out loud. Bring a book you’ve been working on or choose from one of ours. Read to one of our patient, furry friends provided by Therapy Dogs Boulder County. This program is appropriate for ages 4-12. Space is limited, registration is required. On the day of the event, registered participants will sign up for a 5-15 minute session during the program on a first come, first served basis.
In need of a tech confidence boost? Start from the basics and join us for beginner tips designed to make you feel more comfortable navigating and using your devices. Registration is recommended.
· Aug. 2 – Microsoft Word 2016
· Aug. 16 – Internet Browsing
· Aug. 30 – Email
Join us as we read, play and make a craft in this fun-filled program! Appropriate for kids ages 3 – 6.
Poetry is all around you, if you know where to look. Come cultivate the accident of artistry with a variety of techniques and exercises designed to get your creative muscles working. Appropriate for beginners.
Construct sweet creations of horror using science and surgical instruments. Share your creation and try others if you dare! Appropriate for grades 6 to 12. Space is limited; registration suggested.
Did you purchase a new device? Do you need an email address? Learn basic computer skills in these drop in sessions. Stop by with your tech questions. Walk-ins welcomed. No registration is required.
¿Compró un nuevo aparato? ¿Necesita crear un correo electrónico? Aprenda habilidades de computación básicas en estas sesiones sin cita. Traiga sus preguntas. No se requiere cita.
Spend time with your toddler listening to stories, songs and finger plays geared just for them. Then enjoy a few minutes of social time with other caregivers while the children play with toys. Appropriate for kids ages 2-3. No registration required.
Have questions about technology? Want to learn how to use your laptop, tablet, or phone? Need help with a résumé? Bring your device for assistance or learn how to download ebooks and use our streaming service.
Discover the world of story through reading, writing and storytelling every third Thursday of the month. Appropriate for kids in grades 3-8. No registration required.
Dive into a book with your little one through early literacy play. Each child will receive a play package to help keep the imagination going at home. This program is appropriate for children birth to 23 months. Space is limited; registration required.
The history of Colorado’s early Spanish settlers comes alive in this engaging program provided by Tesoro Cultural Center. Join us to explore the Spanish influence in what is now Colorado through hands-on activities, historical objects, and examining primary source documents. Appropriate for adults. Space is limited; online registration recommended.
Join us for stories, songs, and movement activities perfect for active toddlers. Play clothes for messy play are recommended. Appropriate for ages 2-3.
Sing, dance, and learn how to play some basic instruments. Appropriate for kids ages 2-6. No registration required.
Design, print, and manufacture your own enamel-style pins using a mix of high tech magic and old school artistry. Truly make a fashion statement that you can attach to your favorite jacket, backpack, or lapel! All materials will be provided.
Have you always wanted to learn how to spin and scratch? Now’s your chance! Join us as we learn the basics of DJing from DJ Staxx of the Denver DJ School. Best for upper elementary kids, tweens and teens. Space is limited; registration is requested.
Join us on Wednesdays to explore science, technology, engineering, art and math. Appropriate for school-aged kids.
August 14: Creation Station
August 21: Art Project with Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art
August 28: 3D printing with Hypatia Studio (Space is limited; registration required.)
Join our teen sidekicks for a drop-in snack program sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone age 18 and under welcome.
Hang out, play games with your friends, and enjoy lunch provided by the Food Bank of the Rockies. There will be gaming consoles, computer games, movies, various gaming clubs, and board games available. Appropriate for students in grades 6-12.
Come boogie, bop and bounce with all your Anythink friends! This program is appropriate for ages 2-5.
Enjoy stories, finger plays, songs and other fun activities just for preschoolers. Appropriate for ages 3-5. No registration required.
Join us for stories, songs and activities for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Appropriate for ages birth – 6 years.
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.
