Name: Write Like You Mean It: Creative Writing for Teens
Start: 2026-09-02T16:00
End: 2026-09-02T17:00:00-06:00
Location: Anythink Thornton Community Center

Registration opens:
August 19th, 2026 at 9:00am

Write Like You Mean It: Creative Writing for Teens

Escribe con toda la intención: Escritura creativa

2026-09-02 16:00:00 2026-09-02 17:00:00 America/Denver Write Like You Mean It: Creative Writing for Teens Join author Elise Nelson for a hands‑on writing workshop created just for teens. Anythink Thornton Community Center - Thornton Community Center Programming Garage

Wednesday, September 02
4:00pm - 5:00pm

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Anythink Thornton Community Center

Thornton Community Center Programming Garage

Join author Elise Nelson for a hands‑on writing workshop created just for teens.

Learn storytelling skills, experiment with creative expression and use writing as a tool for communication, collaboration, healing and discovering your voice. Appropriate for ages 12-18. This program will be hosted in English. Registration is recommended, but not required.

Acompaña a la autora Elise Nelson a un taller práctico de escritura creado especialmente para adolescentes. Aprende habilidades de narración, experimenta con expresiones creativas y usa la escritura como una herramienta de comunicación, colaboración, sanación y para descubrir tu voz. Apropiado para edades de 12 a 18 años. El programa es en inglés. El espacio es limitado. Sugerimos que te inscribas, pero no es necesario.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Teens |

Anythink Thornton Community Center

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About the branch

Anythink Thornton Community Center is our newest library branch. Partnering with the City of Thornton, Anythink has a 8,000-square-foot library within the community center. The library features the classic Anythink reading fireplace, study rooms, teen space, and children’s space plus a new complete Studio makerspace.

Upcoming events

Tea of the Month August: Experience at AnyHome - Té del mes agosto: Experiencia en CadaCasa

Mon, Aug 10, All day

Anythink Huron Street

Explore new flavors of tea or revisit an old favorite this year by securing a pouch of looseleaf tea (2+ servings).

Generation Wild Week - Semana de Generation Wild

Mon, Aug 10, 9:00am - 8:00pm

Anythink Nature Library

We are teaming up with Generation Wild this week to encourage kids to take their brains outside!

Generation Wild Week: Meet Wilder! - Semana de Generation Wild: ¡Conoce a Wilder!

Mon, Aug 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Nature Library

A cross between a mountain goat and a yeti, Generation Wild's mascot Wilder is going to be your new best friend.

Ayuda tecnológica sin necesidad de cita (en español)

Mon, Aug 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

Ven a la biblioteca sin necesidad de cita recibe ayuda personalizada con cualquier dispositivo tecnológico.

Chair Yoga with Bo - Yoga en silla con Bo

Mon, Aug 10, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Anythink World

Take a refreshing midweek break with a gentle chair yoga session led by Bo, a certified trauma‑informed yoga teacher and yoga therapist.

Find Your Place: Anythink Nature Library Tours for Adults

Mon, Aug 10, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Anythink Nature Library - Meet at the Main Entrance

Discover the thoughtful design of our newest library on a guided tour.

This event is full

Embryology Candling - Examinación de embriones al trasluz

Mon, Aug 10, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Programming Space

Join us for a special up close look at how the chicks are developing. This program will be hosted in English. No advanced registration required and appropriate for all ages.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Mon, Aug 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out. No advanced registration necessary.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Mon, Aug 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Brighton

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack while supplies last, sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and younger is welcome. No advanced registration necessary.

Guided Art: Nature Bloom - Arte guiado: Floración nativa

Mon, Aug 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Large Meeting Room

Join us for a series of guided art workshops that help explore creativity as a process of growth. Develop artistic skills, build confidence and nurture your individual expression.

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Vinyl Sticker Extravaganza - Fantasía extravagante de calcomanías de vinilo

Mon, Aug 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Anythink Perl Mack

Give your gear a new personality, because we've got a sticker situation that only you can solve.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Mon, Aug 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies.

Sci-Fantasy Book Club

Mon, Aug 10, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Meeting Room B

Meet with fantasy and sci‑fi readers as we discuss Fonda Lee's "Jade City". Appropriate for ages 16 and up. This program will be hosted in English. No advanced registration necessary.

Four Directions Cuisine: Brunch Party - Blue Corn Waffles - Herramientas precoloniales - Salsa macha en molcajete

Mon, Aug 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Anythink World

In partnership with Four Directions Cuisine, Anythink World is thrilled to introduce an online cooking series for the community.

Tea of the Month August: Experience at AnyHome - Té del mes agosto: Experiencia en CadaCasa

Tue, Aug 11, All day

Anythink Huron Street

Explore new flavors of tea or revisit an old favorite this year by securing a pouch of looseleaf tea (2+ servings).

Generation Wild Week - Semana de Generation Wild

Tue, Aug 11, 9:00am - 8:00pm

Anythink Nature Library

We are teaming up with Generation Wild this week to encourage kids to take their brains outside!

Generation Wild Week: Meet the Mud Pit

Tue, Aug 11, 9:00am - 10:00am

Anythink Nature Library - Mud Pit

Get ready to get messy as we dive into the science and sensory fun of one of the coolest outdoor spaces at the Anythink Nature Library: the mud pit.

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Drop-in Resource Navigation and Support Visits copy - Alcanzando recursos y apoyo (visita sin cita)

Tue, Aug 11, 9:00am - 10:00am

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room B

Stop by the library to connect with a Case Manager and Psychologist for help accessing local resources. No registration necessary.

Motifs & Patterns: Fundamentals of Design

Tue, Aug 11, 10:00am - 11:30am

Anythink World

Explore the meaning and artistry behind patterns in this online workshop, Motifs & Patterns: Fundamentals of Design, on August 11.

Toddler Time - Tiempo de cuentos para niños pequeños

Tue, Aug 11, 10:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Thornton Community Center

Join us for stories, songs, and activities that are just right for active toddlers. Appropriate for ages 2 to 3. This program will be hosted in English. No advanced registration necessary.

Drop-In Tech Help (English)

Tue, Aug 11, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Anythink Huron Street

Drop in for one-on-one help with any tech device in the morning. We’ll offer tips and troubleshooting to the best of our ability.

Generation Wild Week: Meet the Mud Pit

Tue, Aug 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink Nature Library - Mud Pit

Get ready to get messy as we dive into the science and sensory fun of one of the coolest outdoor spaces at the Anythink Nature Library: the mud pit.

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¡Vecino! Ven a tomarte un cafecito

Tue, Aug 11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink Thornton Community Center - Thornton Community Center Programming Garage

Toma una taza de café y ven a conversar, conectarte y divertirte. Practica tu inglés, comparte historias y celebra con nosotros la cultura.

Community Support Drop-in with Reaching Hope

Tue, Aug 11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Meeting Room A

Stop by the library to connect with Reaching Hope staff for help accessing local resources.

Generation Wild Week: Meet the Mud Pit

Tue, Aug 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Anythink Nature Library - Mud Pit

Get ready to get messy as we dive into the science and sensory fun of one of the coolest outdoor spaces at the Anythink Nature Library: the mud pit.

This event is full

Kids Café - Café para niños

Tue, Aug 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out. No advanced registration necessary.

Proud Year-Round: DIY Kites - Orgullo gay todo el año: Crea unas cometas o papalotes

Tue, Aug 11, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Thornton Community Center - Thornton Community Center Programming Garage

Let your colors fly!

Kids Café - Café para niños

Tue, Aug 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Brighton

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack while supplies last, sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and younger is welcome. No advanced registration necessary.

Bienestar sensorial en el verano - Summer Sensory Wellness

Tue, Aug 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Thornton Community Center

Acompaña a un experto de Denver Urban Gardens a una experiencia artística de temporada que promueve la conexión a la naturaleza, contigo mismo y con otros.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Tue, Aug 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies.

Bilingual Book Club - Club de lectura bilingüe

Tue, Aug 11, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Large Meeting Room

Un club de lectura bilingüe para adultos que cuenta con cuidado de niños GRATIS// A bilingual book club that provides childcare FREE - Early Childhood Partnership of Adams County (ECPAC).

Zine Zone - Zona de zines

Tue, Aug 11, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

Express yourself by making zines!

Teen Hangout - Espacio de diversión y relajación para adolescentes

Tue, Aug 11, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Bennett

Hang out, play games, and enjoy snacks with your friends in the library. There will be gaming consoles, board games, crafts, and other fun activities available.

Tinkering with Tinctures - DIY Herbal Tinctures

Tue, Aug 11, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Anythink Nature Library - Nature Library Art & Science Lab

Join clinical herbalist Liz Faermark to learn how to craft your own herbal tinctures using fresh plants.

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Spanish for the World: Beginners

Tue, Aug 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Anythink World

Continue your Spanish‑learning journey with this welcoming, beginner‑friendly class.

Tea of the Month August: Experience at AnyHome - Té del mes agosto: Experiencia en CadaCasa

Wed, Aug 12, All day

Anythink Huron Street

Explore new flavors of tea or revisit an old favorite this year by securing a pouch of looseleaf tea (2+ servings).

Generation Wild Week - Semana de Generation Wild

Wed, Aug 12, 9:00am - 8:00pm

Anythink Nature Library

We are teaming up with Generation Wild this week to encourage kids to take their brains outside!

Generation Wild Week: Story Time Special - Semana de Generation Wild: Hora de cuentos especial

Wed, Aug 12, 9:00am - 9:30am

Anythink Nature Library - Meet at the Entrance

Join us for stories and songs all over the Nature Library outdoor spaces! Please bring a blanket or outdoor chairs for seating.

Aging Wisely: Caring for Dementia and Alzheimer's

Wed, Aug 12, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Large Meeting Room

Connect, learn and find support. Join care navigator Kimberly Diaz for a thoughtful conversation about the realities of caring for older adults and individuals living with dementia.

Generation Wild Week: Story Time Special - Semana de Generation Wild: Hora de cuentos especial

Wed, Aug 12, 10:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Nature Library - Meet at the Entrance

Join us for stories and songs all over the Nature Library outdoor spaces! Please bring a blanket or outdoor chairs for seating.

Story Time - La hora de cuentos

Wed, Aug 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Anythink Commerce City

Join us for stories, songs, and free play or a snack.

Generation Wild Week: Story Time Special - Semana de Generation Wild: Hora de cuentos especial

Wed, Aug 12, 11:00am - 11:30am

Anythink Nature Library - Meet at the Entrance

Join us for stories and songs all over the Nature Library outdoor spaces! Please bring a blanket or outdoor chairs for seating.

Hello School, Goodbye Summer Party! - Fiesta de despedida del verano ¡y bienvenida de la escuela!

Wed, Aug 12, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Anythink Thornton Community Center - Thornton Community Center Programming Garage

One last summer hurrah before the school year hits!

Kids Café - Café para niños

Wed, Aug 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out. No advanced registration necessary.

Anime Club - Club de anime

Wed, Aug 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room A

Join us at Anythink Huron Street to read manga, eat snacks, and watch anime!

Kids Café - Café para niños

Wed, Aug 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Brighton

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack while supplies last, sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and younger is welcome. No advanced registration necessary.

Teen Hangout - Espacio de diversión y relajación para adolescentes

Wed, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Hang out, play games, and enjoy snacks with your friends in the library.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Wed, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies.

Open Create

Wed, Aug 12, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Come create and work alongside other artists on the second and fourth Wednesdays every month with the Corridor Creative Arts League (CCAL).

Find Your Place: Anythink Nature Library Tours for Adults

Wed, Aug 12, 5:15pm - 6:45pm

Anythink Nature Library - Meet at the Main Entrance

Discover the thoughtful design of our newest library on a guided tour.

Find Your Family: Exploring Vital Records for Genealogy

Wed, Aug 12, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room B

Answer the who, when and how of your family tree through vital records exploration.

Hand Knit Heart Pillow Workshop

Wed, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Anythink Perl Mack

Forget hooks or needles — learn to knit using only your hands! In this workshop with Velvet Void Creations, you’ll discover the basics of hand-knitting while creating an adorable plush heart pillow.

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Tech Help & Tools - Ayuda y herramientas de tecnología

Wed, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Need some assistance with your tech device?

Tea of the Month August: Experience at AnyHome - Té del mes agosto: Experiencia en CadaCasa

Thu, Aug 13, All day

Anythink Huron Street

Explore new flavors of tea or revisit an old favorite this year by securing a pouch of looseleaf tea (2+ servings).

Generation Wild Week - Semana de Generation Wild

Thu, Aug 13, 9:00am - 8:00pm

Anythink Nature Library

We are teaming up with Generation Wild this week to encourage kids to take their brains outside!

Generation Wild Week: Dark Room Day - Semana de Generation Wild: Día del cuarto oscuro

Thu, Aug 13, 9:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Nature Library - Nature Library Dark Room

Step into our room of sensory stillness and discover things that glow, chatter and lurk at night.

Cancelled

Music & Movement - Música y movimiento

Thu, Aug 13, 9:30am - 10:00am

Anythink Brighton

Sing, dance, move creatively, and play basic instruments. Appropriate for ages 2–6 and their caregivers.

Ayuda tecnológica sin necesidad de cita (en español)

Thu, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Conference Room

Ven a la biblioteca sin necesidad de cita recibe ayuda personalizada con cualquier dispositivo tecnológico.

Generation Wild Week: Dark Room Day - Semana de Generation Wild: Día del cuarto oscuro

Thu, Aug 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Nature Library - Nature Library Dark Room

Step into our room of sensory stillness and discover things that glow, chatter and lurk at night.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Thu, Aug 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out. No advanced registration necessary.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Thu, Aug 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Brighton

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack while supplies last, sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and younger is welcome. No advanced registration necessary.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Thu, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies.

Craft Drop-In - Manualidades sin cita

Thu, Aug 13, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Conference Room

Bring your current craft project and join us at any time during our drop-in hours. Get advice from other crafters and enjoy their company.

Homeschool Hangout Open House - Evento para todos sobre la educación escolar en casa

Thu, Aug 13, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Large Meeting Room

Join us for a fun, hands-on evening designed especially for homeschool families!

Generation Wild Week: Dark Room Day - Semana de Generation Wild: Día del cuarto oscuro

Thu, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Anythink Nature Library - Nature Library Dark Room

Step into our room of sensory stillness and discover things that glow, chatter and lurk at night.

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens! - ¡Dungeons & Dragons para adolescentes!

Thu, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Anythink Thornton Community Center - Thornton Community Center Programming Garage

New to D&D? Perfect — you’re in the right place.

Bennett Sci-Fi Book Club

Thu, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Bennett's beloved Sci-Fi Book Club is now meeting at the Anythink Bennett Library!

Adams County Poet Laureate Open Mic with Aerik Francis - Micrófono Abierto en el condado de Adams

Thu, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Reunion Coffee House

Step up to the mic or cheer from the crowd. Join Adams County Poet Laureate Aerik Francis for the open mic at Reunion Coffee House in Commerce City.

Tea of the Month August: Experience at AnyHome - Té del mes agosto: Experiencia en CadaCasa

Fri, Aug 14, All day

Anythink Huron Street

Explore new flavors of tea or revisit an old favorite this year by securing a pouch of looseleaf tea (2+ servings).

Chair Yoga with Bo for Seniors

Fri, Aug 14, 8:00am - 8:30am

Anythink World

Designed for seniors, join us for gentle chair yoga session led by Bo, a certified trauma‑informed yoga teacher and yoga therapist.

Generation Wild Week - Semana de Generation Wild

Fri, Aug 14, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Anythink Nature Library

We are teaming up with Generation Wild this week to encourage kids to take their brains outside!

Brew Me a Book Club

Fri, Aug 14, 10:00am - 11:30am

Anythink Perl Mack

Join us for a book discussion of your favorite books. Each month will have a topic (chosen by you!) and we will share about books we’ve read on that topic.

Open Hours with Colorado State University Extension

Fri, Aug 14, 10:00am - 4:30pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Study Room A

Adams County Extension is here to help you learn and grow.

Pilates with Bianca

Fri, Aug 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Large Meeting Room

Join frequent Anythink yoga instructor Bianca Biazavich for beginner-friendly Pilates, one of the most effective (and accessible) ways to build strength, flexibility, and focus.

Rummikub, Refreshments and More

Fri, Aug 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Join us on the second Friday of the month as we drink coffee, eat snacks and play Rummikub. Other card and board games will also be available.

Dominoes Drop-in Free Play Fridays

Fri, Aug 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

Whether you’re a pro or playing for the first time, join a game of dominoes at library.

Generation Wild Week: Pinecone Bird Feeders - Semana de Generation Wild: Comederos para pájaros

Fri, Aug 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Nature Library - Nature Library Art & Science Lab

Cross off No. 83 on the Generation Wild “100 Things to Do Before You’re 12” list by creating a pinecone bird feeder and discovering the feathered friends in the library’s backyard.

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Generation Wild Week - Semana de Generation Wild

Sat, Aug 15, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Anythink Nature Library

We are teaming up with Generation Wild this week to encourage kids to take their brains outside!

Generation Wild Week: Sun-Up Social - Semana de Generation Wild: Social temprano en la mañana

Sat, Aug 15, 9:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Nature Library - Meet at the Entrance

Settle in for a relaxed morning picnic to celebrate the culmination of our Generation Wild adventures in the beauty of the morning light.

Morning Yoga Flow

Sat, Aug 15, 9:15am - 10:00am

Anythink Huron Street

Start your weekend off on a peaceful, relaxing note with this gentle yoga class by Bianca Biazevich.

This event is full

Find Your Place: Anythink Nature Library Tours for Adults

Sat, Aug 15, 10:00am - 11:30am

Anythink Nature Library - Meet at the Main Entrance

Discover the thoughtful design of our newest library on a guided tour.

Busy Lives Book Club

Sat, Aug 15, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Conference Room

Join us for a discussion of this month’s title, "Why Did I Ever" by Mary Robison, or prepare for the fun of next month’s selection!

Let's Role! - Escoge tu rol y ¡Juega!

Sat, Aug 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms

Play a beginner-friendly session of Dungeons & Dragons. Bring a character or choose a premade character at the game.

Cancelled

Science Saturday: Who Polluted the Platte?

Sat, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms

Get ready for hands‑on STEM fun! This month, we solve the mystery of who polluted the South Platte River. Appropriate for ages 8-12. Space is limited; registration required.

Artist Meetup with Corridor Creative Arts League

Sat, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Anythink Bennett

Bring your creativity and connect with fellow artists during this inspiring session with the Corridor Creative Arts League (CCAL).

Anythink Playdate - Cita para jugar en Anythink

Mon, Aug 17, 9:30am - 11:30am

Anythink Brighton

Discover, play and explore with new friends. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. No advanced registration necessary.

Tech Help & Tools - Ayuda y herramientas de tecnología

Mon, Aug 17, 9:30am - 10:30am

Anythink Commerce City

Need some assistance with your tech device?

Storytime

Mon, Aug 17, 10:00am - 10:45am

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and fun activities that help toddlers and preschoolers build skills and get ready for preschool.

Monday Morning Mindfulness

Mon, Aug 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Large Meeting Room

Start your week with calm and clarity. Join Stacey Lei Krauss for a guided meditation designed to help you release stress, refocus your mind and invite positivity into your day.

Ayuda tecnológica sin necesidad de cita (en español)

Mon, Aug 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Conference Room

Ven a la biblioteca sin necesidad de cita recibe ayuda personalizada con cualquier dispositivo tecnológico.

Story Time - Hora de cuentos

Mon, Aug 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink Perl Mack

Join us for an interactive story time with songs, rhythm, rhyme, and movement. Learn research-based tools to help support early literacy skills at home. The first half hour will be story time.

Young Inventors with W.O.W. Museum - Jóvenes inventores con W.O.W. Museum

Mon, Aug 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Brighton

Calling all problem solvers! Be an inventor as you observe, research, design, build and test your own creation to take home.

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Youth Empowerment Project (YEP!) - Proyecto de empoderamiento para jóvenes

Mon, Aug 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Thornton Community Center - Thornton Community Center Programming Garage

Ready to make your voice heard?

Kids Café - Café para niños

Mon, Aug 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out. No advanced registration necessary.

Chill Space - Espacio para la calma

Mon, Aug 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

Take a moment to breathe.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Mon, Aug 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Brighton

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack while supplies last, sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and younger is welcome. No advanced registration necessary.

Guided Art: Pattern & Growth - Arte guiado: Patrones y crecimiento

Mon, Aug 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Large Meeting Room

Join us for a series of guided art workshops that help explore creativity as a process of growth. Develop artistic skills, build confidence and nurture your individual expression.

This event is full

Kids Café - Café para niños

Mon, Aug 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies.

Writing Pop Up with Aerik Francis

Mon, Aug 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Anythink Thornton Community Center

Join Adams County Poet Laureate Aerik Francis for a relaxing afternoon of writing inspired by the library's poetry collection at Anythink Thornton Community Center.

Roots & Rhythms: Plant-Dyed Project - Raíces y ritmos: Proyecto de teñido con plantas

Mon, Aug 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Nature Library - Nature Library Art & Science Lab

Level up your style by learning how to utilize natural dyes straight from the land.

Dungeons & Dragons Club

Mon, Aug 17, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Anythink World

Join the adventuring party and meet up every two weeks for magical mysteries and exciting exploration as we play through a unique D&D story!

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Baby Bounce - Hora de cuentos para bebés

Tue, Aug 18, 9:30am - 10:15am

Anythink Brighton

Share time with your little one while engaging in songs, rhymes and stories. Appropriate for ages birth to 23 months and their caregivers.

Coloring Club: Affirmations

Tue, Aug 18, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Large Meeting Room

Color, relax and chat as we try a different coloring-related activity each month. This month's theme is affirmations.

Community Support Drop-in with Reaching Hope - Centro de apoyo comunitario con Reaching Hope

Tue, Aug 18, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Perl Mack

Stop by the library to connect with a Case Manager for help accessing local resources.

Toddler Time

Tue, Aug 18, 10:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Come enjoy stories, songs and playful activities designed especially for active toddlers.

Homeschool Hangout: Tour and Talk - Espacio de diversión: Recorrido y plática

Tue, Aug 18, 10:00am - 11:30am

Anythink Nature Library - Nature Library Art & Science Lab

Join us for a fun, hands‑on session designed especially for homeschool families. This month, tour the Nature Library while learning about native plants, building design and environmental kinship.

This event is full

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Motifs & Patterns: Fundamentals of Design

Tue, Aug 18, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink World

Explore the meaning and artistry behind patterns in this online workshop, Motifs & Patterns: Fundamentals of Design, on August 11.

Toddler Time - Tiempo de cuentos para niños pequeños

Tue, Aug 18, 10:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Thornton Community Center

Join us for stories, songs, and activities that are just right for active toddlers. Appropriate for ages 2 to 3. This program will be hosted in English. No advanced registration necessary.

Drop-In Tech Help (English)

Tue, Aug 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Anythink Huron Street

Drop in for one-on-one help with any tech device in the morning. We’ll offer tips and troubleshooting to the best of our ability.

Hora de cuentos en español - Spanish Story Time

Tue, Aug 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink Perl Mack

Ven los martes a disfrutar de una hora de cuentos, canciones, manualidades y actividades divertidas en español. Apropiado para todos los niveles de habilidad de 2 a 6 años.

Bilingual Book Club - Club bilingüe de lectura

Tue, Aug 18, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Join us for our new bilingual adult book club — complete with free child care and Spanish translation provided by our partners at the Early Childhood Partnership of Adams County (ECPAC).

Kids Café - Café para niños

Tue, Aug 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out. No advanced registration necessary.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Tue, Aug 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Brighton

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack while supplies last, sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and younger is welcome. No advanced registration necessary.

Embryology Candling - Examinación de embriones al trasluz

Tue, Aug 18, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Programming Space

Join us for a special up close look at how the chicks are developing. This program will be hosted in English. No advanced registration required and appropriate for all ages.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Tue, Aug 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies.

Teen Fortnite Tournament

Tue, Aug 18, 4:15pm - 6:00pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Join us for an Anythink World Fortnite Tournament, a chaotic Capture the Flag showdown on two custom Anythink creative maps.

Recorridos en la Biblioteca de la Naturaleza para adultos

Tue, Aug 18, 5:45pm - 7:15pm

Biblioteca de la Naturaleza Anythink: quedamos en la entrada principal

Descubre el cuidado diseño de nuestra nueva biblioteca en una visita guiada.

Spanish for the World: Beginners

Tue, Aug 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Anythink World

Continue your Spanish‑learning journey with this welcoming, beginner‑friendly class.

Wright Farms Morning Larks Book Club - Club de libros Wright Farms Morning Larks

Wed, Aug 19, 9:30am - 11:00am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Meeting Room A

Join us for a thought-provoking discussion of "The Last Midwife" by Sandra Dallas. Our morning book club meets on the third Wednesday of each month.

Anythink Playdate - Cita para jugar en Anythink

Wed, Aug 19, 9:30am - 11:30am

Anythink Brighton

Discover, play and explore with new friends. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. No advanced registration necessary.

Brighton Book Lovers

Wed, Aug 19, 10:00am - 11:30am

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Large Meeting Room

Join us to discuss "The Lion Women of Tehran" by Marjan Kamali.

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Music & Movement

Wed, Aug 19, 10:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Bennett

Sing, dance, move creatively and play basic instruments in this lively, interactive session.

Story Time - La hora de cuentos

Wed, Aug 19, 10:30am - 11:30am

Anythink Commerce City

Join us for stories, songs, and free play or a snack.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Wed, Aug 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out. No advanced registration necessary.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Wed, Aug 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Brighton

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack while supplies last, sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and younger is welcome. No advanced registration necessary.

Next Level: Teen Gaming Club - Club de videojuegos para adolescentes: Un nivel más avanzado

Wed, Aug 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Thornton Community Center

Level up your gaming skills with monthly meetups dedicated to video games, friendly competition and midweek fun.

Teen Hangout - Espacio de diversión y relajación para adolescentes

Wed, Aug 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Hang out, play games, and enjoy snacks with your friends in the library.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Wed, Aug 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies.

Teen Advisory Board - Consejo Asesor Juvenil

Wed, Aug 19, 4:45pm - 6:00pm

Anythink Bennett

Attend monthly meetings to take an active leadership role in planning and implementing programs and big events at the library. Use your voice to promote and advocate for youth services in Bennett.

Quilling Basics - Principios básicos del papel filigrana

Wed, Aug 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room A

Create works of art with curled paper! Come learn the basics of this fun and unique art form where the only limit is your imagination.

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Tech Help & Tools - Ayuda y herramientas de tecnología

Wed, Aug 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Need some assistance with your tech device?

Latin Groove - Ritmo Latino

Wed, Aug 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Thornton Community Center - Thornton Community Center Programming Garage

Move to the rhythms of salsa, bachata, cha‑cha‑chá, samba and more with dancer and musician Elisa Garcia. Learn basic steps and follow simple choreography inspired by music from across Latin America.

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Americanized Hispanic Holidays - Festividades hispanas americanizadas

Wed, Aug 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Anythink World

Join storyteller and author Angel Vigil once again in Anythink World to learn about the history of two Hispanic holidays: Cinco de Mayo and El Dia de Los Muertos!

Game Night: Family Lotería - Noche de juegos: Lotería en familia

Wed, Aug 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Anythink Perl Mack

Come play family Lotería, a bilingual picture word bingo game. Ven en familia a jugar la lotería, un juego bilingüe estilo bingo con imágenes.

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Music & Movement - Música y movimiento

Thu, Aug 20, 9:30am - 10:00am

Anythink Brighton

Sing, dance, move creatively, and play basic instruments. Appropriate for ages 2–6 and their caregivers.

Baby Bounce - Hora de cuentos para bebés

Thu, Aug 20, 9:30am - 10:00am

Anythink Thornton Community Center - Thornton Community Center Programming Garage

Share time with your little one while engaging in songs, rhymes and stories. Appropriate for ages birth to 23 months and their caregivers. No advanced registration necessary.

Movement Workshop - Taller de movimiento: Zumba

Thu, Aug 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Perl Mack

Disfruta del ejercicio de bailar Zumba, inspirado en ritmos latinos y música internacional, dirigido por la instructora Elisa Garcia. No es necesario saber bailar.

Find Your Place: Anythink Nature Library Tours for Adults

Thu, Aug 20, 10:00am - 11:30am

Anythink Nature Library - Meet at the Main Entrance

Discover the thoughtful design of our newest library on a guided tour.

Ayuda tecnológica sin necesidad de cita (en español)

Thu, Aug 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Conference Room

Ven a la biblioteca sin necesidad de cita recibe ayuda personalizada con cualquier dispositivo tecnológico.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Thu, Aug 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out. No advanced registration necessary.

Teen Advisory Board - Consejo Asesor Juvenil

Thu, Aug 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

Attend monthly meetings to take an active leadership role in planning and implementing programs and big events at the library.

Theater Thursday - Jueves de teatro

Thu, Aug 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Anythink Thornton Community Center - Thornton Community Center Programming Garage

Cue the spotlight! Theater Thursday is a monthly program for theater lovers of all kinds.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Thu, Aug 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies.

Anythink Brighton Garden Party

Thu, Aug 20, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Brighton

Join us as we celebrate the grand opening of Anythink Brighton’s new outdoor porch and patio with a garden party!

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Teen Jazz and Improvisation Jam - "Third Thursdays" - Sesiones de jazz y improvisación para adolescentes

Thu, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Anythink Wright Farms

Bring your instruments and jump into a jazz and improvisation jam led by professional musicians and educators! All skill levels are welcome — come play, learn and create music.

Ayuda Tecnológica

Thu, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Study Room A

Ayuda Tecnológica

The Art of Storytelling - A Workshop for Creative Writers

Thu, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Conference Room

Discover or refine your distinct voice in this collaborative workshop for creative writers.

Pilates with Bianca

Thu, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Large Meeting Room

Join frequent Anythink yoga instructor Bianca Biazavich for beginner-friendly Pilates, one of the most effective (and accessible) ways to build strength, flexibility, and focus.

Yoga for Stress Workshop with Bo - Taller de yoga para el estrés con Bo

Thu, Aug 20, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Anythink World

Feeling overwhelmed or running on empty?

Date Night at The Studio: Game Night - Noche de cita en The Studio: Accesorios en cuero

Thu, Aug 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

The Studio at Thornton Community Center

Celebrate The Studio's new focus with a night of board games! Whether co-op or competitive is your flavor, come join in the fun with classics and new games alike.

Chair Yoga with Bo for Seniors

Fri, Aug 21, 8:00am - 8:30am

Anythink World

Designed for seniors, join us for gentle chair yoga session led by Bo, a certified trauma‑informed yoga teacher and yoga therapist.

Music & Movement - Música y movimiento

Fri, Aug 21, 10:30am - 11:15am

Anythink Commerce City

Sing, dance, move, and play basic instruments.

Chess Drop-in Game Fridays

Fri, Aug 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

Join a friendly game of chess at library.

Morning Yoga Flow

Sat, Aug 22, 9:15am - 10:00am

Anythink Huron Street

Start your weekend off on a peaceful, relaxing note with this gentle yoga class by Bianca Biazevich.

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Yoga en español - Yoga in Spanish

Sat, Aug 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Large Meeting Room

Empieza tu fin de semana en un tono pacífico y relajante con esta clase de yoga suave con Valeria de Balam Sanctuary.

Yoga Flow

Sat, Aug 22, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Anythink Nature Library - Nature Library Sun Room

Join us for a yoga flow with Bianca Biazevich.

Bookmarked Book Club

Sat, Aug 22, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Anythink Commerce City

Read this month’s readers’ choice book before the meeting and come prepared to discuss and review it with the group.

The Studio Social - Socializa y avanza en tus trabajo en The Studio

Sat, Aug 22, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

The Studio at Thornton Community Center

Do you have a project that you want to spend extra time on? Drop in to independently work on projects, socialize with other makers and learn something new!

Furoshiki: Using Cloth in Place of Paper

Sat, Aug 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Large Meeting Room

Discover a creative and sustainable alternative to gift wrap. Learn how to fold fabric into beautiful, functional designs for carrying items or wrapping gifts — no paper needed.

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Anythink Playdate - Cita para jugar en Anythink

Mon, Aug 24, 9:30am - 11:30am

Anythink Brighton

Discover, play and explore with new friends. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. No advanced registration necessary.

Tech Help & Tools - Ayuda y herramientas de tecnología

Mon, Aug 24, 9:30am - 10:30am

Anythink Commerce City

Need some assistance with your tech device?

Storytime

Mon, Aug 24, 10:00am - 10:45am

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and fun activities that help toddlers and preschoolers build skills and get ready for preschool.

TinkerTots - Actividades para niños de 3 a 6 años

Mon, Aug 24, 10:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Thornton Community Center - Thornton Community Center Programming Garage

Encourage your preschooler’s natural curiosity in the world around them. Join us for science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) activities that are perfect for young children.

Cancelled

Ayuda tecnológica sin necesidad de cita (en español)

Mon, Aug 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Huron Street

Ven a la biblioteca sin necesidad de cita recibe ayuda personalizada con cualquier dispositivo tecnológico.

Story Time - Hora de cuentos

Mon, Aug 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink Perl Mack

Join us for an interactive story time with songs, rhythm, rhyme, and movement. Learn research-based tools to help support early literacy skills at home. The first half hour will be story time.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Mon, Aug 24, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Anythink Brighton

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack while supplies last, sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and younger is welcome. No advanced registration necessary.

Chair Yoga with Bo - Yoga en silla con Bo

Mon, Aug 24, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Anythink World

Take a refreshing midweek break with a gentle chair yoga session led by Bo, a certified trauma‑informed yoga teacher and yoga therapist.

Teen Manga Book Club

Mon, Aug 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink Brighton

Club de lectura de manga para adolescentes

Feathered Friends Craft Hour - Hora de manualidades para tus amigos emplumados

Mon, Aug 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Large Meeting Room

Get creative and bring a little color to the outdoors! Join us for a fun, hands-on program where participants will paint and decorate their own wooden birdhouse.

TinkerTots - Actividades para niños de 3 a 6 años

Mon, Aug 24, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Anythink Thornton Community Center - Thornton Community Center Programming Garage

Encourage your preschooler’s natural curiosity in the world around them. Join us for science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) activities that are perfect for young children.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Mon, Aug 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out. No advanced registration necessary.

Chill Space - Espacio para la calma

Mon, Aug 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

Take a moment to breathe.

Crafternoon: Keychains and Charms - Tarde de manualidades: Llaveros y dijes

Mon, Aug 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room A

Come by the library for an afternoon of crafts and open art exploration. We provide the supplies; you provide the creativity.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Mon, Aug 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies.

Wright Farms Night Owls Book Club - Club de libros de Wright Farms Night Owls

Mon, Aug 24, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Meeting Room A

Join us for a thought-provoking discussion of "The Last Midwife" by Sandra Dallas. Our evening book club meets on the fourth Monday of each month.

Focus Feature: Leather Traveling Game Case, Part 5 - Caja portátil de cuero para cartas, parte 5

Mon, Aug 24, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

The Studio at Thornton Community Center

Carry your deck of cards in style with a custom leather case. Learn the basics of leatherwork and how to make simple decals in this versatile material.

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The Plot Twist Writing Club - El Club de Escritura "El giro inesperado"

Mon, Aug 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Thornton Community Center - Thornton Community Center Programming Garage

Join our monthly writing club with author and writing therapy facilitator, Elise Nelson.

Outdoor Yoga

Mon, Aug 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Large Meeting Room

Enjoy Anythink Brighton's new outside space with a gentle yoga class led by a registered yoga teacher. End your day with a practice designed to connect you to the natural world around us.

Registration opens Monday, August 10 2026 at 5:30pm

Fiber Arts

Mon, Aug 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Anythink World

Learn how yarn is made from wool from expert fiber artist and educator, Sarah Grove!

Four Directions Cuisine Presents: Roasted Tomatillo Gazpacho

Mon, Aug 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Anythink World

In partnership with Four Directions Cuisine, Anythink World is thrilled to introduce an online cooking series for the community.

Drop-in Resource Navigation and Support Visits copy - Alcanzando recursos y apoyo (visita sin cita)

Tue, Aug 25, 9:00am - 10:00am

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room B

Stop by the library to connect with a Case Manager and Psychologist for help accessing local resources. No registration necessary.

Baby Bounce - Hora de cuentos para bebés

Tue, Aug 25, 9:30am - 10:15am

Anythink Brighton

Share time with your little one while engaging in songs, rhymes and stories. Appropriate for ages birth to 23 months and their caregivers.

Registration opens Tuesday, August 11 2026 at 9:30am

Magical Flower Paintings

Tue, Aug 25, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Large Meeting Room

Create beautiful flowers — without a paint brush! Use unconventional tools to create your own colorful masterpiece. All abilities welcome.

Toddler Time

Tue, Aug 25, 10:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Come enjoy stories, songs and playful activities designed especially for active toddlers.

Toddler Time - Tiempo de cuentos para niños pequeños

Tue, Aug 25, 10:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Thornton Community Center

Join us for stories, songs, and activities that are just right for active toddlers. Appropriate for ages 2 to 3. This program will be hosted in English. No advanced registration necessary.

Drop-In Tech Help (English)

Tue, Aug 25, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Anythink Huron Street

Drop in for one-on-one help with any tech device in the morning. We’ll offer tips and troubleshooting to the best of our ability.

Hora de cuentos en español - Spanish Story Time

Tue, Aug 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink Perl Mack

Ven los martes a disfrutar de una hora de cuentos, canciones, manualidades y actividades divertidas en español. Apropiado para todos los niveles de habilidad de 2 a 6 años.

¡Vecino! Ven a tomarte un cafecito

Tue, Aug 25, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink Thornton Community Center - Thornton Community Center Programming Garage

Toma una taza de café y ven a conversar, conectarte y divertirte. Practica tu inglés, comparte historias y celebra con nosotros la cultura.

Author Inspirations with Beronda Montgomery (Virtual)

Tue, Aug 25, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink World

Join us for a riveting conversation with award-winning biologist Beronda Montgomery as we discuss her book, When Trees Testify: Science, Wisdom, History, and America’s Black Botanical Legacy.

Community Support Drop-in with Reaching Hope

Tue, Aug 25, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Meeting Room A

Stop by the library to connect with Reaching Hope staff for help accessing local resources.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Tue, Aug 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out. No advanced registration necessary.

Critical Draw: TCG Hangout - Dibujo crítico Draw: Espacio de diversión para TCG

Tue, Aug 25, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Thornton Community Center - Thornton Community Center Programming Garage

TCGs, or trading card games, are all about collecting cool cards, building powerful decks, trading with friends and battling it out for ultimate bragging rights.

AWR - Strenghtening the Small Business Workforce in Colorado - Mesa redonda en Anythink World: Fortalece tu marca con SCORE

Tue, Aug 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink World

Connect with curious minds at this month’s Anythink World Roundtable — a welcoming virtual space for open conversation, fresh ideas and practical insights.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Tue, Aug 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies.

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Challenge Your Brain Family Trivia Game - Desafía tu mente con un juego familiar de preguntas

Tue, Aug 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Anythink Wright Farms

Test your family's knowledge and teamwork in this fun, fast-paced team trivia game! Appropriate for families with children ages 5 and older. Please register only once per family/team.

Teen Hangout - Espacio de diversión y relajación para adolescentes

Tue, Aug 25, 4:30pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Hang out, play games, and enjoy snacks with your friends in the library. There will be gaming consoles, board games, crafts, and other fun activities available.

Focus Feature: Custom Market Displays - Enfoque destacado:Exhibidores personalizados para el mercado

Tue, Aug 25, 5:15pm - 7:00pm

The Studio at Anythink Wright Farms

First impressions are everything when you're selling products!

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Cancelled

Learning the Basics: 3D Modeling with JJ Bee Designs - Aprende los principios básicos:Modelado 3D con JJBee Designs

Tue, Aug 25, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

The Studio at Thornton Community Center

Curious about 3D modeling but not sure where to start? Learn the fundamentals of 3D design using Tinkercad in this beginner‑friendly workshop.

Find Your Place: Anythink Nature Library Tours for Adults

Tue, Aug 25, 5:45pm - 7:15pm

Anythink Nature Library - Meet at the Main Entrance

Discover the thoughtful design of our newest library on a guided tour.

Spanish for the World: Beginners

Tue, Aug 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Anythink World

Continue your Spanish‑learning journey with this welcoming, beginner‑friendly class.

Anythink Playdate - Cita para jugar en Anythink

Wed, Aug 26, 9:30am - 11:30am

Anythink Brighton

Discover, play and explore with new friends. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. No advanced registration necessary.

Music & Movement

Wed, Aug 26, 10:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Sing, dance, move creatively and play basic instruments in this lively, interactive session.

Story Time - La hora de cuentos

Wed, Aug 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Anythink Commerce City

Join us for stories, songs, and free play or a snack.

Exploration Stations with Butterfly Pavilion

Wed, Aug 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

North Creek Farms

Drop in and discover the wonders of invertebrate lifecycles through self-paced exploration stations that include specimens*, crafts, games and more with this traveling exhibit from

Kids Café - Café para niños

Wed, Aug 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out. No advanced registration necessary.

Anime Club - Club de anime

Wed, Aug 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room A

Join us at Anythink Huron Street to read manga, eat snacks, and watch anime!

Teen Hangout - Espacio de diversión y relajación para adolescentes

Wed, Aug 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Hang out, play games, and enjoy snacks with your friends in the library.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Wed, Aug 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies.

Open Create

Wed, Aug 26, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Come create and work alongside other artists on the second and fourth Wednesdays every month with the Corridor Creative Arts League (CCAL).

MySummer: Nourish Your Inner Foodie with Campfire Cuisine - mySummer: Nutre tu pasión por una buena comida

Wed, Aug 26, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Perl Mack

Join us for community, connection and cooking in our outdoor library space.

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Tech Help & Tools - Ayuda y herramientas de tecnología

Wed, Aug 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Need some assistance with your tech device?

Artsy Fartsy Listening Party - Fiesta de escuchar música y practicar arte

Wed, Aug 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Large Meeting Room

What better way to relax than with a little music and creativity? Engage in meditative artwork while listening to a classic vinyl record and sipping some hot tea.

Cafecito

Wed, Aug 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Meeting Room B

Acompáñanos a tomar un café

"Mad" Science with Mr. B! - Ciencia loca con Mr. B

Wed, Aug 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Anythink World

Join us for science experiments galore with increasingly-mad-scientist Brian Hostetler! Mr. B might combine chemicals, launch into the science of flight or explore energy —

Author Inspirations with Lucy Foley (Virtual)

Thu, Aug 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink World

Join us for a thrilling conversation with acclaimed author Lucy Foley as we delve into her brand-new Miss Marple mystery, Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel.

Cancelled

Ayuda tecnológica sin necesidad de cita (en español)

Thu, Aug 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Huron Street

Ven a la biblioteca sin necesidad de cita recibe ayuda personalizada con cualquier dispositivo tecnológico.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Thu, Aug 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out. No advanced registration necessary.

Direct-to-Film Level 1: Custom Hat Decals - Calcomanías personalizadas de sombreros

Thu, Aug 27, 3:45pm - 5:15pm

The Studio at Anythink Wright Farms

You've heard of sublimation, but have you experienced the magic of direct-to-film printing?

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Kids Café - Café para niños

Thu, Aug 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies.

Craft Drop-In - Manualidades sin cita

Thu, Aug 27, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Conference Room

Bring your current craft project and join us at any time during our drop-in hours. Get advice from other crafters and enjoy their company.

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens! - ¡Dungeons & Dragons para adolescentes!

Thu, Aug 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Anythink Thornton Community Center - Thornton Community Center Programming Garage

New to D&D? Perfect — you’re in the right place.

Gentle Yoga and Yoga Nidra with Bo - Yoga suave y yoga Nidra con Bo

Thu, Aug 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Anythink World

Slow down and reconnect during an hour of gentle yoga followed by a calming Yoga Nidra practice.

Chair Yoga with Bo for Seniors

Fri, Aug 28, 8:00am - 8:30am

Anythink World

Designed for seniors, join us for gentle chair yoga session led by Bo, a certified trauma‑informed yoga teacher and yoga therapist.

Full Moon Faire - Feria de la luna llena

Fri, Aug 28, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Anythink Nature Library

Discover the secrets of our glowing neighbor in the sky through hands-on activities and a look at the indigenous connections and oral traditions tied to tonight's full moon.

Pilates with Bianca

Fri, Aug 28, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Large Meeting Room

Join frequent Anythink yoga instructor Bianca Biazavich for beginner-friendly Pilates, one of the most effective (and accessible) ways to build strength, flexibility, and focus.

Book Club

Fri, Aug 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Join us for a discussion of “Crazy Rich Asians” by Kevin Kwan. Appropriate for adults. This book club will be hosted in English. No advanced registration necessary.

Dominoes Drop-in Free Play Fridays

Fri, Aug 28, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

Whether you’re a pro or playing for the first time, join a game of dominoes at library.

Morning Yoga Flow

Sat, Aug 29, 9:15am - 10:00am

Anythink Huron Street

Start your weekend off on a peaceful, relaxing note with this gentle yoga class by Bianca Biazevich.

This event is full

Bawks and Books Storytime - Hora de cuentos con pollitos y libros

Sat, Aug 29, 10:00am - 10:45am

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Large Meeting Room

Wrap up our embryology program with a very special storytime with our baby chicks as special guests. We will share stories, songs and a special time with the chicks before they head to the farm.

Registration opens Saturday, August 15 2026 at 9:00am

Entre tazas y libros

Sat, Aug 29, 10:00am - 11:30am

Thornton Community Center - Fireplace

Únete a otros lectores a una discusión animada ¡en nuestro club de lectura de español! Este mes estaremos leyendo “En agosto nos vemos” por Gabriel García Marquez.

Find Your Place: Anythink Nature Library Tours for Families - Recorridos en la Biblioteca de la Naturaleza para familias

Sat, Aug 29, 10:00am - 11:30am

Anythink Nature Library - Meet at the Main Entrance

Join us for a guided tour and explore our favorite features inside and out. Along the way, we’ll share the story of our vision and celebrate how nature welcomes everyone.

Registration opens Saturday, August 15 2026 at 9:00am

Cancelled

Tales to Tails 10:30 - Un amigo Canino te Escucha Leer

Sat, Aug 29, 10:30am - 10:45am

Anythink Brighton

Read to our wonderful volunteer therapy dog! Reading to a therapy dog is a great opportunity for children who are learning to read or need to practice reading.

Sewing Level 1: Just the Basics - Costura nivel 1: Solo lo básico

Sat, Aug 29, 10:30am - 12:30pm

The Studio at Anythink Wright Farms

You asked and we heard you! Sewing is back in a big way, and The Studio is here to help you get in on all the sewing "renaissance" fun!

This event is full

Casa Cultura

Sat, Aug 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

Anythink Commerce City

Use our free art supplies and materials to create a work of art.

Yoga Flow

Sat, Aug 29, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Anythink Nature Library - Nature Library Sun Room

Join us for a yoga flow with Bianca Biazevich.

Teen Queer Reads Book Club - Club de lectura de adolescentes Queer

Sat, Aug 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Conference Room

Read “Last Night at the Telegraph Club" by Malinda Lo, then come to book club to chat and share your thoughts! Pick up a copy of the book from the staff at Anythink Wright Farms after August 1.

Anythink Playdate - Cita para jugar en Anythink

Mon, Aug 31, 9:30am - 11:30am

Anythink Brighton

Discover, play and explore with new friends. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. No advanced registration necessary.

Tech Help & Tools - Ayuda y herramientas de tecnología

Mon, Aug 31, 9:30am - 10:30am

Anythink Commerce City

Need some assistance with your tech device?

Storytime

Mon, Aug 31, 10:00am - 10:45am

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and fun activities that help toddlers and preschoolers build skills and get ready for preschool.

Ayuda tecnológica sin necesidad de cita (en español)

Mon, Aug 31, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Conference Room

Ven a la biblioteca sin necesidad de cita recibe ayuda personalizada con cualquier dispositivo tecnológico.

Story Time - Hora de cuentos

Mon, Aug 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink Perl Mack

Join us for an interactive story time with songs, rhythm, rhyme, and movement. Learn research-based tools to help support early literacy skills at home. The first half hour will be story time.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Mon, Aug 31, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Anythink Brighton

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack while supplies last, sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and younger is welcome. No advanced registration necessary.

Youth Empowerment Project (YEP!) - Proyecto de empoderamiento para jóvenes

Mon, Aug 31, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Thornton Community Center - Thornton Community Center Programming Garage

Ready to make your voice heard?

Kids Café - Café para niños

Mon, Aug 31, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out. No advanced registration necessary.

Chill Space - Espacio para la calma

Mon, Aug 31, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

Take a moment to breathe.

LEGO® Club - Club de LEGOs

Mon, Aug 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Have fun building and creating with LEGOs!

Kids Café - Café para niños

Mon, Aug 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies.

Dungeons & Dragons Club

Mon, Aug 31, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Anythink World

Join the adventuring party and meet up every two weeks for magical mysteries and exciting exploration as we play through a unique D&D story!

Registration is now closed

Find Your Place: Anythink Nature Library Tours for Adults

Mon, Aug 31, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Anythink Nature Library - Meet at the Main Entrance

Discover the thoughtful design of our newest library on a guided tour.

Resource Navigation and Support Visits - Alcanzando recursos y apoyo (visita sin cita)

Tue, Sep 01, 9:00am - 10:00am

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Conference Room

Stop by the library to connect with a Case Manager and Psychologist for help accessing local resources. No registration necessary.

Baby Bounce - Hora de cuentos para bebés

Tue, Sep 01, 9:30am - 10:15am

Anythink Brighton

Share time with your little one while engaging in songs, rhymes and stories. Appropriate for ages birth to 23 months and their caregivers.

Registration opens Tuesday, August 18 2026 at 9:30am

Baby Bounce - Hora de cuentos para bebés

Tue, Sep 01, 9:30am - 10:15am

Anythink Brighton

Share time with your little one while engaging in songs, rhymes and stories. Appropriate for ages birth to 23 months and their caregivers.

Registration opens Tuesday, October 6 2026 at 9:30am

Painted Fairy House Pots - Casas de hadas hechas de macetas pintadas

Tue, Sep 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Large Meeting Room

Create a magical tiny home for your backyard using a terracotta pot and paint. | Crea una minúscula casa mágica para tu jardín usando una maceta de terracota y pintura.

Toddler Time

Tue, Sep 01, 10:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Come enjoy short stories, songs and playful activities designed especially for active toddlers.

Wildings: The Great Grasshopper Talk - Mundo silvestre: Los saltamontes

Tue, Sep 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Nature Library - Nature Library Sun Room

Come explore the marvels of the natural world! This week, we'll discover the fascinating world of grasshoppers while we jump, chirp and camouflage!

Registration opens Tuesday, August 18 2026 at 10:00am

Toddler Time - Tiempo de cuentos para niños pequeños

Tue, Sep 01, 10:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Thornton Community Center

Join us for stories, songs, and activities that are just right for active toddlers. Appropriate for ages 2 to 3. This program will be hosted in English. No advanced registration necessary.

Community Support Drop-in with Reaching Hope - Centro de apoyo comunitario con Reaching Hope

Tue, Sep 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Perl Mack

Stop by the library to connect with a Case Manager for help accessing local resources.

Baby Bounce - Hora de cuentos para bebés

Tue, Sep 01, 10:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

Share time with your little one while engaging in songs, rhymes and stories. Appropriate for ages birth to 23 months and their caregivers.

Drop-In Tech Help (English)

Tue, Sep 01, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Anythink Huron Street

Drop in for one-on-one help with any tech device in the morning. We’ll offer tips and troubleshooting to the best of our ability.

Hora de Cuentos en Familia en Español - Family Spanish Story Time

Tue, Sep 01, 11:00am - 11:45am

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Ven los martes a disfrutar de una hora de cuentos, canciones, manualidades y actividades divertidas en español. Apropiado para todos los niveles de habilidad; de 2 a 6 años.

Spanish Story Time - Hora de cuentos en español

Tue, Sep 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink Perl Mack

Ven los martes a disfrutar de una hora de cuentos, canciones, manualidades y actividades divertidas en español. Apropiado para todos los niveles de habilidad de 2 a 6 años.

Baby Bounce - Hora de cuentos para bebés

Tue, Sep 01, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

Share time with your little one while engaging in songs, rhymes and stories. Appropriate for ages birth to 23 months and their caregivers.

¡Vecino! Ven a tomarte un cafecito

Tue, Sep 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink Thornton Community Center - Thornton Community Center Programming Garage

Toma una taza de café y ven a conversar, conectarte y divertirte. Practica tu inglés, comparte historias y celebra con nosotros la cultura.

Author Inspirations with David O. Stewart (Virtual)

Tue, Sep 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink World

Join us as we chat with award-winning historian David O. Stewart...

Kids Café - Café para niños

Tue, Sep 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out. No advanced registration necessary.

Snacks and Spells - Bocadillos y hechizos

Tue, Sep 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

Come play a beginner-friendly Dungeons and Dragons 5th edition game with us!

Kids Café - Café para niños

Tue, Sep 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies.

Teen Hangout - Espacio de diversión y relajación para adolescentes

Tue, Sep 01, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Hang out, play games, and enjoy snacks with your friends in the library. There will be gaming consoles, board games, crafts, and other fun activities available Appropriate for teens ages 13–18.

Find Your Place: Anythink Nature Library Tours for Adults

Tue, Sep 01, 5:45pm - 7:15pm

Anythink Nature Library - Meet at the Main Entrance

Discover the thoughtful design of our newest library on a guided tour.

Registration opens Tuesday, August 18 2026 at 5:45pm

Ballots and Books - Votos y libros

Tue, Sep 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Brighton

Why let the adults have all the voting fun? Join the Adams County Clerk and Recorder’s Office for a lively, interactive, and nonpartisan program where kids get to experience election day firsthand.

Spanish for the World: Beginners

Tue, Sep 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Anythink World

Continue your Spanish‑learning journey with this welcoming, beginner‑friendly class.

Baby Bounce - Hora de cuentos para bebés

Wed, Sep 02, 9:00am - 9:30am

Anythink Nature Library - Nature Library Sun Room

Share time with your little one while engaging in songs, rhymes and stories. Appropriate for ages birth–23 months and their caregivers. This program will be hosted in English.

Find Your Place: Anythink Nature Library Tours for Adults

Wed, Sep 02, 9:30am - 11:00am

Anythink Nature Library - Meet at the Main Entrance

Discover the thoughtful design of our newest library on a guided tour.

Registration opens Tuesday, August 18 2026 at 5:45pm

Anythink Playdate - Cita para jugar en Anythink

Wed, Sep 02, 9:30am - 11:30am

Anythink Brighton

Discover, play and explore with new friends. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. No advanced registration necessary.

Music & Movement - Música y movimiento

Wed, Sep 02, 10:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Sing, dance, move creatively and play basic instruments in this lively, interactive session.

Story Time - Hora de cuentos

Wed, Sep 02, 10:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Nature Library - Nature Library Sun Room

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and fun activities perfect for toddlers and preschoolers. Appropriate for ages 2–5. This program will be hosted in English. Space is limited; registration required.

Registration opens Wednesday, August 19 2026 at 10:00am

Story Time - La hora de cuentos

Wed, Sep 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

Anythink Commerce City

Join us for stories, songs, and free play or a snack.

Drop-In Tech Help: Morning Session - Ayuda tecnológica sin necesidad de cita: Sesión en la mañana

Wed, Sep 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Conference Room

Do you need some help navigating a new phone? Do you want to learn how to download ebooks? Stop by the library any time during our tech help hour for one-on-one help with any device.

Yoga Storytime - Hora de cuentos con yoga

Wed, Sep 02, 11:00am - 11:30am

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Large Meeting Room

Stretch, breathe and read in this storytime that introduces children to the practices of yoga and mindfulness.

Art Cards with Purple Art

Wed, Sep 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Perl Mack

Connect with other older adults through expressive, hands‑on artmaking with Cindy and Abby of Purple Art.

Registration opens Wednesday, August 12 2026 at 9:00am

Chair Yoga with Bo - Yoga en silla con Bo

Wed, Sep 02, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Anythink World

Take a refreshing midweek break with a gentle chair yoga session led by Bo, a certified trauma‑informed yoga teacher and yoga therapist.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Wed, Sep 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out. No advanced registration necessary.

Teen Hangout - Espacio de diversión y relajación para adolescentes

Wed, Sep 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Hang out, play games, and enjoy snacks with your friends in the library.

Drop-In Tech Help (English)

Wed, Sep 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Conference Room

Drop in for one-on-one help with any tech device in the morning. We’ll offer tips and troubleshooting to the best of our ability.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Wed, Sep 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies.

Write Like You Mean It: Creative Writing for Teens - Escribe con toda la intención: Escritura creativa

Wed, Sep 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Thornton Community Center - Thornton Community Center Programming Garage

Join author Elise Nelson for a hands‑on writing workshop created just for teens.

Registration opens Wednesday, August 19 2026 at 9:00am

Teen Advisory Board - Consejo asesor juvenil

Wed, Sep 02, 4:45pm - 6:00pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Attend monthly meetings to take an active leadership role in planning and implementing programs and big events at the library. Use your voice to promote and advocate for youth services in Bennett.

Crochet Club - Club de croché

Wed, Sep 02, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

Join us for a relaxing and creative Crochet Club!

Latin Groove - Ritmo Latino

Wed, Sep 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Thornton Community Center - Thornton Community Center Programming Garage

Rescheduled

Family Trivia Night - Noche familiar de juego de preguntas y respuestas

Wed, Sep 02, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

New date Friday, September 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Anythink World

Do you love pub trivia but want a trivia night where kids can participate? Join us in Anythink World in July for Family Trivia Night!

Cancelled

Baby Bounce - Hora de cuentos para bebés

Thu, Sep 03, 9:30am - 10:00am

Anythink Thornton Community Center

Share time with your little one while engaging in songs, rhymes and stories. Appropriate for ages birth to 23 months and their caregivers. No advanced registration necessary.

Music & Movement - Música y movimiento

Thu, Sep 03, 9:30am - 10:00am

Anythink Brighton

Sing, dance, move creatively, and play basic instruments.

Registration opens Thursday, August 20 2026 at 9:30am

Music & Movement - Música y movimiento

Thu, Sep 03, 10:45am - 11:15am

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

Sing, dance and play games! Appropriate for ages 3 to 6, but younger participants are welcome to attend. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to dance too!

Bennett Sewing Drop-In

Thu, Sep 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Join us every first Thursday of the month for a fun, casual drop-in sewing workshop!

Tech Help & Tools - Ayuda y herramientas de tecnología

Thu, Sep 03, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Anythink Commerce City

Need some assistance with your tech device?

Ayuda tecnológica sin necesidad de cita (en español)

Thu, Sep 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Conference Room

Ven a la biblioteca sin necesidad de cita recibe ayuda personalizada con cualquier dispositivo tecnológico.

Teen Advisory Board - Consejo Asesor Juvenil

Thu, Sep 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

Attend monthly meetings to take an active leadership role in planning and implementing programs and big events at the library.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Thu, Sep 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out. No advanced registration necessary.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Thu, Sep 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies.

Class of '27 Senior Photos - Fotos de los graduados en 2027

Thu, Sep 03, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Perl Mack

Attention High School Seniors, Class of 2027!

Community Concert Series: Ritmo Cascabel

Thu, Sep 03, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Thornton Community Center

Join us for our third and final concert of the season featuring live music by Ritmo Cascabel.

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens! - ¡Dungeons & Dragons para adolescentes!

Thu, Sep 03, 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Anythink Thornton Community Center - Thornton Community Center Programming Garage

New to D&D? Perfect — you’re in the right place.

Spanish for Beginners

Thu, Sep 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room A

Begin or continue your Spanish learning journey with this welcoming beginner friendly class. Practice simple conversations, expand your vocabulary and build confidence with fellow learners.

Leatherworking Level 1: Dice Trays, Part 1 - Talabartería nivel 1: Bandejas para dados, parte 1

Thu, Sep 03, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

The Studio at Thornton Community Center

Bring your gaming to the next level with a fashionable genuine leather dice tray.

Registration opens Thursday, August 20 2026 at 5:30pm

Tech Takeaways: Canva Basics

Thu, Sep 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Join us each month to learn a new tech skill and build confidence online. This month, we'll cover the basics of Canva and how to create simple invitations and flyers.

Drop-In Family Fun: Pinwheels - Diversión para la familia : Molinetes

Thu, Sep 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Brighton

"Create your own pinwheel using stickers, markers and glitter — a perfect craft for little hands and big imaginations.

Yoga for Sleep

Thu, Sep 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Anythink World

Are you looking to build better sleep habits and practice supporting your sleep regularly?

Open Hours with Colorado State University Extension

Fri, Sep 04, 10:00am - 4:30pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Adams County Extension is here to help you learn and grow.

Chess Drop-in Game Fridays

Fri, Sep 04, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

Join a friendly game of chess at library.

National Hummingbird Day - Día Nacional de los Colibríes

Sat, Sep 05, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Anythink Nature Library

Flutter on over to the library for a self-guided journey celebrating nature’s smallest, speediest feathered friends.

Morning Yoga Flow

Sat, Sep 05, 9:15am - 10:00am

Anythink Huron Street

Start your weekend off on a peaceful, relaxing note with this gentle yoga class by Bianca Biazevich.

Saturday Story Time - Hora de cuentos el sábado

Sat, Sep 05, 10:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Nature Library - Nature Library Sun Room

Start your weekend with an adventurous morning filled with stories, songs and activities designed to build up your kiddo’s brain power.

Registration opens Saturday, August 22 2026 at 10:00am

Roller Coaster Physics in Minecraft - La física de una montaña rusa en Minecraft

Sat, Sep 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Anythink World

Join the experts from Arrayscape Gaming to learn the physics of a roller coaster!

Yoga in the Stacks

Sat, Sep 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Join Bennett yoga instructor Scott Noble for a relaxing session focused on alignment, stability and flexibility.

Bookmarked Book Club

Sat, Sep 05, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Anythink Commerce City

Read this month’s readers’ choice book before the meeting and come prepared to discuss and review it with the group.

Registration opens Saturday, August 22 2026 at 9:00am

The Studio Social - Socializa y avanza en tus trabajo en The Studio

Sat, Sep 05, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

The Studio at Thornton Community Center

Do you have a project that you want to spend extra time on? Drop in to independently work on projects, socialize with other makers and learn something new!

Cereal and Cartoons - Cereal y caricaturas

Sat, Sep 05, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Anythink Thornton Community Center - Thornton Community Center Programming Garage

Are you a pre-teen? Love cartoons? Love cereal? Come hang out with friends, grab your favorite bowl and enjoy classic cartoons in a fun, relaxed setting.

Tarot Club

Sat, Sep 05, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Learn about tarot and do readings for other participants to practice your skills.

Drop-in Resource Navigation and Support Visits copy - Alcanzando recursos y apoyo (visita sin cita)

Tue, Sep 08, 9:00am - 10:00am

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Conference Room

Stop by the library to connect with a Case Manager and Psychologist for help accessing local resources. No registration necessary.

Baby Bounce - Hora de cuentos para bebés

Tue, Sep 08, 9:30am - 10:15am

Anythink Brighton

Share time with your little one while engaging in songs, rhymes and stories. Appropriate for ages birth to 23 months and their caregivers.

Registration opens Tuesday, August 25 2026 at 9:30am

Adaptive Yoga

Tue, Sep 08, 10:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Large Meeting Room

Join us for a 30-minute gentle yoga class designed to be adaptive, accessible and welcoming to all abilities.

Toddler Time

Tue, Sep 08, 10:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Come enjoy short stories, songs and playful activities designed especially for active toddlers.

Toddler Time - Tiempo de cuentos para niños pequeños

Tue, Sep 08, 10:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Thornton Community Center

Join us for stories, songs, and activities that are just right for active toddlers. Appropriate for ages 2 to 3. This program will be hosted in English. No advanced registration necessary.

Baby Bounce - Hora de cuentos para bebés

Tue, Sep 08, 10:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

Share time with your little one while engaging in songs, rhymes and stories. Appropriate for ages birth to 23 months and their caregivers.

Cancelled

Drop-In Tech Help (English)

Tue, Sep 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Anythink Huron Street

Drop in for one-on-one help with any tech device in the morning. We’ll offer tips and troubleshooting to the best of our ability.

Hora de Cuentos en Familia en Español - Family Spanish Story Time

Tue, Sep 08, 11:00am - 11:45am

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Ven los martes a disfrutar de una hora de cuentos, canciones, manualidades y actividades divertidas en español. Apropiado para todos los niveles de habilidad; de 2 a 6 años.

Spanish Story Time - Hora de cuentos en español

Tue, Sep 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink Perl Mack

Ven los martes a disfrutar de una hora de cuentos, canciones, manualidades y actividades divertidas en español. Apropiado para todos los niveles de habilidad de 2 a 6 años.

Baby Bounce - Hora de cuentos para bebés

Tue, Sep 08, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

Share time with your little one while engaging in songs, rhymes and stories. Appropriate for ages birth to 23 months and their caregivers.

Ukelele Workshop - Taller de ukelele

Tue, Sep 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room A

Strum your way into something new with this hands-on ukelele workshop.

Registration opens Tuesday, August 25 2026 at 1:00pm

Kids Café - Café para niños

Tue, Sep 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out. No advanced registration necessary.

Proud Year-Round: Cupcake Decorating - Orgullo todo el año: Decoración de panquecitos

Tue, Sep 08, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Thornton Community Center - Thornton Community Center Programming Garage

Frosting? Check. Sprinkles? Check. An unreasonable amount of creativity? Hopefully!

Registration opens Tuesday, August 25 2026 at 9:00am

Kids Café - Café para niños

Tue, Sep 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies.

Bilingual Book Club - Club de lectura bilingüe

Tue, Sep 08, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Large Meeting Room

Un club de lectura bilingüe para adultos que cuenta con cuidado de niños GRATIS// A bilingual book club that provides childcare FREE - Early Childhood Partnership of Adams County (ECPAC).

Zine Zone - Zona de zines

Tue, Sep 08, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Anythink Huron Street

Express yourself by making zines!

Teen Hangout - Espacio de diversión y relajación para adolescentes

Tue, Sep 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Hang out, play games, and enjoy snacks with your friends in the library. There will be gaming consoles, board games, crafts, and other fun activities available Appropriate for teens ages 13–18.

Author Inspirations with Daniel Kraus (Virtual)

Tue, Sep 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Anythink World

Prepare to launch into the darkest depths of deep space!

Drying and Preservation of Herbs

Tue, Sep 08, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Anythink Nature Library - Nature Library Art & Science Lab

Join clinical herbalist Liz Faermark to learn about harvesting and preserving herbs from your garden for teas.

Registration opens Tuesday, August 18 2026 at 5:00pm

Spanish for the World: Beginners

Tue, Sep 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Anythink World

Continue your Spanish‑learning journey with this welcoming, beginner‑friendly class.

Baby Bounce - Hora de cuentos para bebés

Wed, Sep 09, 9:00am - 9:30am

Anythink Nature Library - Nature Library Sun Room

Share time with your little one while engaging in songs, rhymes and stories. Appropriate for ages birth–23 months and their caregivers. This program will be hosted in English.

Anythink Playdate - Cita para jugar en Anythink

Wed, Sep 09, 9:30am - 11:30am

Anythink Brighton

Discover, play and explore with new friends. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. No advanced registration necessary.

Aging Wisely: Medicare 101

Wed, Sep 09, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Large Meeting Room

The annual enrollment period for Medicare begins on Oct. 15. Join Kelsey Mackley as she explains how to navigate the process.

Music & Movement - Música y movimiento

Wed, Sep 09, 10:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Sing, dance, move creatively and play basic instruments in this lively, interactive session.

Story Time - Hora de cuentos

Wed, Sep 09, 10:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Nature Library - Nature Library Sun Room

Registration opens Wednesday, August 19 2026 at 10:00am

Story Time - La hora de cuentos

Wed, Sep 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Anythink Commerce City

Join us for stories, songs, and free play or a snack.

Yoga Storytime - Hora de cuentos con yoga

Wed, Sep 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Large Meeting Room

Stretch, breathe and read in this storytime that introduces children to the practices of yoga and mindfulness.

Yoga for Neck Tension - Yoga para la tensión en el cuello

Wed, Sep 09, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Anythink World

Are you on your phone or a screen for most of the day?

Kids Café - Café para niños

Wed, Sep 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out. No advanced registration necessary.

Anime Club - Club de anime

Wed, Sep 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room A

Join us at Anythink Huron Street to read manga, eat snacks, and watch anime!

Teen Hangout - Espacio de diversión y relajación para adolescentes

Wed, Sep 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Hang out, play games, and enjoy snacks with your friends in the library.

Kids Café - Café para niños

Wed, Sep 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies.

Open Create

Wed, Sep 09, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Come create and work alongside other artists on the second and fourth Wednesdays every month with the Corridor Creative Arts League (CCAL).

Sci-Fi and Fantasy Book Club

Wed, Sep 09, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Meeting Room A

Meet with fantasy and sci‑fi readers as we discuss Jason Pargin's "I'm Starting to Worry About This Black Box of Doom". Appropriate for ages 16 and up. This program will be hosted in English.

Teach Your Dog New Tricks - Enseña nuevos trucos a tu perro

Wed, Sep 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Anythink World

In this multi-week course, virtual participants will attend from their homes and learn the basics of training from dog trainer extraordinaire, Kara Polansky.

Managing Your Money Basics

Wed, Sep 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Anythink Perl Mack

Join Nathan Sumner, president of SUM Financial Services Group, for a practical introduction to managing your finances.

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Mon, Aug 10	9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Aug 11	9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 12	9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Aug 13	9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Aug 14	9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Aug 15	9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 16	Closed

Write Like You Mean It: Creative Writing for Teens

Escribe con toda la intención: Escritura creativa

Wednesday, September 024:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Thornton Community Center

Anythink Thornton Community Center

Upcoming events

Wednesday, September 02
4:00pm - 5:00pm