Mountain pine beetles are well known for having devoured Colorado’s forests, yet many of us know very little about these hungry little creatures. Learn about the pine beetles and craft your own design made of beetle kill pine. Space is limited; registration required.
Many children’s book illustrators use this art form to create the pages of your favorite books, and now you too can learn how it’s done. Learn the art of papermaking with us, and you’ll leave with your own homemade paper design. Space is limited; registration required.
Explore nature and creative play in our Explore Outdoors area. Go on a new adventure every week, including a scavenger hunt, an obstacle course and water play. Ages 3-7 welcome.
Many illustrators use this art form to create the pages of your favorite books, and now you too can learn how it’s done. Learn the art of papermaking with us, and you’ll leave with your own homemade paper design. Space is limited; registration required.
Cool down and enjoy the fruits of your labor blending delicious concoctions. Supplies provided. Space is limited; registration required.
Learn how to Square Dance! Partner up or make some friends. Registration suggested, but not required. Appropriate for adults, teens and kids with supervision.
Photos aren’t just for frames. Join us in The Studio to take photos and create iron-on transfer prints to display on any number of items, including your mySummer messenger bag. Registration suggested but not required.
Ready, set, cook! During Anythink Chef Wars, teams challenge each other to an epic culinary battle. Use provided foods and materials to create a delicious meal based on a secret ingredient or style. All meals will be taste-tested by judges, and the winning team earns a prize. Registration suggested but not required.
Explore Japanese culture with the Arvada Center for the Arts and the sound of the Taiko drum. Costumes, Japanese folktales, percussion instruments and the booming Taiko drum come together to immerse you in the ancient Japanese art forms. This program is open to all ages and will be held at the Brighton Armory.
Conjure calm dreams and restful sleep with an aromatic dream pillow. Learn about herbs and how they can help (or harm) a peaceful night’s sleep. Create your own herb sachet to tuck into your favorite pillow. Registration suggested but not required.
