Safely learn the skills required to create a pyrographed (burned) set of wooden coasters. Transfer a pattern using graphite paper, and use simple wood-bruning tools to create a one-of-a-kind gift. Appropriate for students in grades 6-12. Space is limited; registration is required.
TAB teens are library leaders that run their own programs, help with events, and do good deeds in the community - all while earning community service hours for graduation. Snacks will be provided. Appropiate for students in grades 6-12. No registration required.
What makes our garden grow? You! Join members of Anythink York Street’s Teen Action Board as we work in our garden plot. Help us grow fruits and veggies and participate in teen farmer’s markets. All are welcome, and gardening work can count toward community service hours for graduation. Appropriate for tweens & teens in grades 6-12. No registration required. This event will take place at the community garden adjacent to the Anythink York Street library.
Join us for special programs intended for our youngest Anythinkers – the miniThinkers! We’ll provide a space to spend time with your little one in meaningful ways. Be ready to play, read, sing, talk or write as we explore literacy skills. Appropriate for babies and toddlers ages 1-5. No registration required.
Enjoy stories, puppet plays, rhymes and other fun activities that promote early literacy just for preschoolers. Then, stick around for miniThinkers directly after story time for more learning through play. Live goats will visit story time on June 28. Appropriate for kids ages 1-6. No registration required.
The goats are back! Gather the family to enjoy goat-themed stories and activities as we visit with Caramel Apple Farm’s friendly goats. Goats will be outside the library for viewing from 10am to 2pm, with storytime taking place 11am - 11:30am. This event will take place just outside the library. Appropriate for all ages. No registration required.
Join artists from Denver’s Clyfford Still Museum for a hands-on exploration of art that is fun for the whole family. Use special materials, take risks and bring home a creation all your own. Refreshments will be provided. Appropriate for families and all ages. Space is limited; registration is required.
Learn basic embroidery stitches on a burlap, the traditional art of "spool knitting," as well as how to weave yarn with soda straws.
Meet turtles, snakes, lizards, and even a friendly hedgehog. This hands-on experience is fun and safe for kids of all ages. No registration required.
Put your building skills to the test when you work as a team to keep a LEGO Bricks mini-figure alive in a simulated Colorado wilderness. Appropriate for kids ages 5-12. Space is limited; registration is required.
