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Anythink's Pam Sandlian Smith to Present at TEDxMileHigh

Nov. 08, 2013 - 1:29 pm
In an effort to bring inspiring ideas to Colorado, Anythink Director Pam Sandlian Smith will join nine other innovators selected to present at TEDxMileHigh: Women | Values + Instincts. The...

Anythink to Host Creative Minecraft Competition for Teens

Nov. 08, 2013 - 11:33 am
In an effort to encourage creative digital connections among tweens and teens, Anythink will host its first-ever Minecraft Hunger Games competition on Wednesday, Nov. 20, from 3-5 pm. Customers at participating Anythink locations will interact in a virtual world in which each library location is...

Anythink to Host 'From the Page to the Stage' by the Colorado Ballet Studio Company

Oct. 16, 2013 - 2:43 pm
In continuing to offer participatory experiences for customers of all ages, Anythink will host two performances of “From the Page to the Stage,” an interactive dance showcase by the Colorado Ballet Studio Company. These performances take place at 6 pm on Tuesday, Oct. 29, at Anythink Brighton in...

Anythink Libraries Issues RFP for DVDs, CDs, Blu-ray Discs and Related Services

Sep. 19, 2013 - 3:34 pm
Anythink Libraries is soliciting proposals from vendors for the purpose of obtaining information and firm bids for vendors of DVDs, music CDs, Blu-ray discs and related services. Anythink seeks to establish a contract with one or more vendors for a wide range of materials for adult, teen and...

Anythink Hosts Censorship Discussion with ACLU Representative During Banned Books Week

Sep. 11, 2013 - 11:43 am
As part of Anythink's celebration of Banned Books Week, Sept. 22-28, 2013, Anythink Wright Farms will host an event titled "Censorship Today,"...

Anythink Celebrates Banned Books Week with Thought-provoking Programs

Sep. 10, 2013 - 10:12 am
Anythink libraries will celebrate Banned Books Week from Sept. 22-28, 2013, with a variety of activities and experiences for customers of all ages. Banned Books Week is the national book community’s annual...

Anythink to Host Novel Writing Workshops

Aug. 29, 2013 - 9:52 am
This September, Anythink will host two free writing workshops presented by Lighthouse Writers Workshop, the largest nonprofit literary center in Colorado. The workshops will be taught by renowned author William Hayword Henderson and explore the novel...

Kerry L. Glenn Appointed to Anythink Board of Trustees

Aug. 27, 2013 - 11:47 am
Kerry L. Glenn is the newest member of the Rangeview Library District Board of Trustees, a five-member governing board that oversees Anythink’s finances and formulation of policies. Glenn fills the slot vacated...

Anythink York Street to Host CompuGirls

Aug. 26, 2013 - 10:24 am
In partnership with the University of Colorado, Anythink will host CompuGirls, a two-month program that encourages 13- to 17-year-old girls to use technology as a voice for social justice. Held every Saturday in September and October at...

Anythink Commerce City Announces New Hours of Operation

Aug. 16, 2013 - 11:24 am
Beginning Sept. 1, 2013, Anythink Commerce City will switch to new hours. The library will be open 11 am to 7 pm, Tuesday and Thursday, and 9:30 am to 5:30 pm on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Anythink Commerce...

'Fighting the Fires of Hate' Opening Reception Announced

Jul. 31, 2013 - 10:43 am
On Thursday, Aug. 15, 2013, Anythink will host an opening reception for “Fighting the Fires of Hate: America and the Nazi Book Burnings” from 6-8:30 pm at...

Anythink Hosts 'Fighting the Fires of Hate: America and the Nazi Book Burnings'

Jul. 22, 2013 - 5:47 pm
Community members are invited to explore the educational and thought-provoking exhibition “Fighting the Fires of Hate: America and the Nazi Book Burnings” on display Aug. 9-Sept. 28, 2013, at Anythink Wright Farms in Thornton, Colo. The exhibition, produced by the ...

Anythink Director Selected as Member of Aspen Institute Dialogue on Public Libraries

Jul. 22, 2013 - 5:43 pm
Anythink Director Pam Sandlian Smith has been selected as a member of the Aspen Institute Dialogue on Public Libraries, a newly created initiative to explore, develop and champion new...

Anythink Hosts National Dance Day Performance

Jul. 15, 2013 - 4:44 pm
To celebrate this year’s National Dance Day, Anythink invites community members to dance together in a group performance on Saturday, July 27, 2013, at 9:30 am. The dance, specially choreographed for Anythink by dance instructor Julie...

Molina Speaks Gives Special Teen Performance at Anythink

Jul. 15, 2013 - 3:46 pm
As part of Anythink’s interactive mySummer programming, hip-hop and spoken word artist Molina Speaks will engage teens during a special performance at Anythink York Street. Not only will teens...

Anythink Announces Backyard Concert Series 2013

Jun. 03, 2013 - 11:02 am
This summer, Anythink hosts its first annual Backyard Concert Series at Anythink Wright Farms in Thornton, Colo. The one-acre park adjacent to the library serves as the perfect venue for summertime music and fun for the whole family. Funds raised through food and beverage sales will benefit the...
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Anythink York Street Grand Opening Announced

May. 20, 2013 - 2:50 pm
Anythink will soon open the doors of Anythink York Street, a new 9,388-square-foot public library in Thornton, Colo. Media and the public are invited to celebrate and explore the modern new library from 1-4 pm on June 1, 2013. Anythink York Street is a unique community partnership between Mapleton...

mySummer Returns to Provide Hands-on Opportunities for Learning at Anythink

May. 14, 2013 - 4:12 pm
This summer, Anythink invites everyone to READ THINK DO with the return of the annual mySummer reading program. From June 1-July 31, 2013, customers can explore a myriad of summer programs, events, entertainment and experiences for all ages. This year, mySummer participants will have even more...

Anythink to Host Author, Illustrator David Shannon for Very Special Story Time

May. 06, 2013 - 1:33 pm
On Thursday, May 9, 2013, Anythink will host David Shannon, author and illustrator of this year’s One Book 4 Colorado selection, in an interactive story time at the district’s flagship branch in Thornton. The program will also be streamed live via...

Anythink to Host One Book 4 Colorado Author and Illustrator

May. 02, 2013 - 11:55 am
On Thursday, May 9, 2013, Anythink will host a very special story time to coincide with the state’s One Book 4 Colorado initiative. The author and illustrator of this year’s selected book, to be announced on May 6, will participate in in this special...

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