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Happy Mail

2023-04-11 10:00:00 2023-04-11 11:00:00 America/Denver Happy Mail Celebrate the written word through crafting letters, envelopes, and postcards. Anythink Brighton - Brighton Meeting Room B

Tuesday, April 11
10:00am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2023-04-11 10:00:00 2023-04-11 11:00:00 America/Denver Happy Mail Celebrate the written word through crafting letters, envelopes, and postcards. Anythink Brighton - Brighton Meeting Room B

Anythink Brighton

Brighton Meeting Room B

Celebrate the written word through crafting letters, envelopes, and postcards.

All skill levels welcome. Appropriate for ages 18 and older. Space is limited; registration required.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Crafts |

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Anythink Brighton

Hours

About the branch

Located in historic downtown Brighton, Anythink Brighton is the first carbon-negative library in the United States. Certified LEED Gold, this sustainable facility includes a children’s area, large programming spaces, computer labs and The Studio at Anythink Brighton, the district’s first makerspace.

Upcoming events

mySummer: miniThinkers with Jump Bunch

Sat, Jun 10, 10:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Move, explore, learn and play! It’s the Amazing Athletes way! Learn about a variety of sports, fitness and movement-based activities designed to support growth and development.

This event is full

mySummer: Titanic Shuffleboard - with the Molly Brown House Museum

Sat, Jun 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink York Street

Travel along with the Titanic, from inception to iceberg. Learn the history of that fateful night through an interactive game that was played aboard Titanic - shuffleboard.

This event is full

mySummer: miniThinkers with Jump Bunch

Sat, Jun 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Move, explore, learn and play! It’s the Amazing Athletes way! Learn about a variety of sports, fitness and movement-based activities designed to support growth and development.

This event is full

mySummer: Let’s Play LEGO with CoWLUG

Sat, Jun 10, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Anythink Brighton

Enjoy an interactive exhibition of LEGO® created by the Colorado & Wyoming LEGO Users Group (CoWLUG). Appropriate for all ages. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Interactive Performance and Q&A - with the Colorado Symphony

Sat, Jun 10, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Enjoy an intimate, interactive performance by a Colorado Symphony quartet, followed by a Q&A with the musicians.

mySummer: What the Heck is this Gadget?!

Sat, Jun 10, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Large Meeting Room

Join us for an intergenerational show and tell featuring technology from today and yesterday.

mySummer: Table Tennis Exhibition and Workshop - mySummer: Exhibición y taller de tenis de mesa

Sat, Jun 10, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Anythink Perl Mack

Experience the Olympic sport of table tennis! Watch a demonstration, get tips and tricks to up your game, then compete in a fun group competition.

Canceled

mySummer: Things That Spin

Sat, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms

Try not to get dizzy as we discover angular momentum, inertia, centripetal force and torque. Appropriate for ages 6 to 12. Space is limited; registration required.

mySummer: History of the 20th Century through Toys - mySummer: Historia del siglo XX a través de los juguetes

Sat, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Get a glimpse into the past through the lens of play throughout the ages. Join staff from the Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls and Toys to learn about toys throughout the 20th century.

Baby Bounce

Mon, Jun 12, 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. Space is limited; registration required.

This event is full

mySummer: miniThinkers

Mon, Jun 12, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Attend special programs intended for the youngest Anythinkers —miniThinkers! Practice early literacy skills by playing, singing, talking and writing. Appropriate for ages birth to 5.

Rescheduled

Manga Book Club

Mon, Jun 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

New date Tuesday, June 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink Brighton

Read popular manga.

mySummer: The Ultimate LEGO Challenge - (El gran desafío de LEGO)

Mon, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room B

Enjoy a fun afternoon of LEGO building with Curtis Mork, also known as The LEGO Guy.

This event is full

mySummer: Checkmates Chess Club - Skills & Strategy

Mon, Jun 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Join us to learn and play chess. Monday Skills & Strategy sessions are just for kids, where a Chess Wizards instructor will impart game tips and strategies. Ages 7 to 12. Series registration required.

Registration is now closed

mySummer: Design Your Own Kite

Mon, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room A

Let's go fly a kite! Join us to create your own kite design and hopefully get enough wind to try it outside! Appropriate for adults and teens. Space is limited; registration required.

This event is full

mySummer: Hungry Hungry Hippos IRL

Mon, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Meeting Room B

IRL hungry hungry hippos!

mySummer: Express Yourself Nail Art

Mon, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Meeting Room A

Create funky art on your nails with expert M.

This event is full

Kids Café - CAFÉ INFANTIL

Mon, Jun 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Brighton

Join us for a drop-in snack program sponsored by The Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and under welcome. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Bored? Games!

Mon, Jun 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Kids Craft Area

Too much screen time? Drop in and play some fun games with friends and family! A variety of board and card games will be available. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Interactive Performance and Q&A - with the Colorado Symphony

Mon, Jun 12, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Meeting Room B,Brighton Studio Room

Enjoy an intimate, interactive performance by a Colorado Symphony quartet, followed by a Q&A with the musicians.

mySummer: Cookie Decorating with Kristen's Cottage

Mon, Jun 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Meeting Room B

Join Kristen Mahler for a fun night of cookie decorating! Appropriate for teens and adults. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.

This event is full

mySummer: Mario Kart Live Circuit

Mon, Jun 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

The Studio at Anythink Wright Farms

Hang out at The Studio and play Mario Kart Live Circuit, an infusion of augmented reality and digital gaming. Appropriate for tweens and older. No advanced registration required.

Baby Bounce

Tue, Jun 13, 9:00am - 9:30am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

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

Hora de cuentos en español (Spanish Storytime)

Tue, Jun 13, 9:00am - 9:30am

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

¡Traiga un peluche favorito y disfrute de historias, canciones y rimas en español! Apropiado para edades 3 a 5. No es necesario registrarse por adelantado.

Rescheduled

Baby Bounce

Tue, Jun 13, 9:30am - 10:15am

New date Monday, June 26, 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. Space is limited; registration required.

Corpses and Cookies Book Club

Tue, Jun 13, 10:00am - 11:30am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Meeting Room A

This month’s book is “American Predator: The Hunt for the Most Meticulous Serial Killer of the 21st Century” by Maureen Callahan. Appropriate for adults 18 and older.

Happy Mail: Folded Letters and Notes

Tue, Jun 13, 10:00am - 11:30am

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Meeting Room B

Celebrate the written word by crafting letters, envelopes and postcards. This month, we’ll experiment with fancy folds and fun shapes. All skill levels welcome.

mySummer: miniThinkers

Tue, Jun 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room A

Attend special programs intended for the youngest Anythinkers – miniThinkers! Practice early literacy skills by playing, singing, talking, and writing.

Music & Movement

Tue, Jun 13, 10:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Sing, dance, play basic instruments and move. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Junk Robots with Craftsman & Apprentice

Tue, Jun 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Meeting Room B

Use scrap wood, junk and tools to build the most awesome robot buddy. Imagine the robot’s job, then design all the parts and pieces. Appropriate for ages 6 to 12.

This event is full

Drop-In Tech Help

Tue, Jun 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Studio Space

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

Music & Movement

Tue, Jun 13, 10:45am - 11:15am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Sing, dance, play basic instruments and move. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: - miniThinkers with Amazing Athletes

Tue, Jun 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Anythink Bennett

Move, explore, learn and play! It’s the Amazing Athletes way! Learn about a variety of sports, fitness and movement-based activities designed to support growth and development.

mySummer: - miniThinkers with Amazing Athletes

Tue, Jun 13, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Anythink Bennett

Move, explore, learn and play! It’s the Amazing Athletes way! Learn about a variety of sports, fitness and movement-based activities designed to support growth and development.

Kids Café - Café Infantil

Tue, Jun 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 18 and under, while supplies last. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Do As I Do - Card Magic - With Richard Nakata

Tue, Jun 13, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

Come learn some magic with a staple of the Colorado magic scene!

mySummer: Squish Painting

Tue, Jun 13, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Use Tik-Tok inspired techniques to create abstract paintings.

This event is full

mySummer: Create your own Mini Tic-Tac-Toe Game Board

Tue, Jun 13, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

The Studio at Anythink Wright Farms

Learn the basics of Glowforge by designing a miniature tic-tac-toe game board while experimenting with different materials.

This event is full

mySummer: Paper Molas with the Arvada Center

Tue, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Brighton

Create traditional Panamanian molas, patterned rectangular panels of sewn brightly colored fabrics and appliques. Use cut-and-paste layering techniques to design your own bold, colorful paper molas.

Kids Café - CAFÉ INFANTIL

Tue, Jun 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Brighton

Join us for a drop-in snack program sponsored by The Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and under welcome. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Toy Factory

Tue, Jun 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Join us for playful making sessions all summer long. Appropriate for ages 6 to 12. Space is limited; registration required.

This event is full

True Crime & Teatime

Tue, Jun 13, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room B

Do you have a favorite true crime story that you’re just dying to tell? Share your favorite stories, resources and recommendations. Refreshments and snacks will be provided. Appropriate for adults.

Drop-In Tech Help - Ayuda técnica inmediata

Tue, Jun 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Drop in for one-on-one help with any tech device and pick up some tips and troubleshooting support. Assistance is offered on a first come, first served basis. No advanced registration necessary.

Baby Bounce

Wed, Jun 14, 9:00am - 9:30am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

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

mySummer: Minecraft Adventure

Wed, Jun 14, 9:30am - 11:00am

Anythink Brighton

Watch out, Minecraft adventurers!

This event is full

mySummer: I Spy Bottles

Wed, Jun 14, 9:30am - 10:30am

Anythink in Motion/Bookmobile

Build a shake and search activity that is great for quiet moments of discovery or when a little calm is needed.

mySummer: Backyard Storytime

Wed, Jun 14, 10:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Bring a blanket and head to our backyard for stories, songs and surprises. Appropriate for ages 2 to 8. No advanced registration necessary.

Aging Wisely: Conversations on Getting Older

Wed, Jun 14, 10:00am - 11:30am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Large Meeting Room

Come for a morning of conversation and information as we talk about the challenges of aging and preparing for the future.

mySummer: Latin Groove (Ritmo Latino)

Wed, Jun 14, 10:00am - 10:45am

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Large Meeting Room

Groove to some Latin tunes with Elisa Garcia. Practice moves from Zumba, salsa, cha cha cha, bachata, merengue, and samba. No partner needed.

mySummer: miniThinkers with Amazing Athletes - mySummer: miniThinkers con Amazing Athletes

Wed, Jun 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Anythink Perl Mack

Move, explore, learn and play! It’s the Amazing Athletes way! Learn about a variety of sports, fitness and movement-based activities designed to support growth and development.

This event is full

mySummer: miniThinkers - mySummer: Los miniThinkers

Wed, Jun 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Anythink Commerce City

Attend special programs intended for the youngest Anythinkers—miniThinkers! Practice early literacy skills by playing, singing, talking, and writing.

mySummer: I Spy Bottles

Wed, Jun 14, 10:45am - 12:00pm

Anythink in Motion/Bookmobile

Build a shake and search activity that is great for quiet moments of discovery or when a little calm is needed.

mySummer: miniThinkers with Amazing Athletes - mySummer: miniThinkers con Amazing Athletes

Wed, Jun 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Anythink Perl Mack

Move, explore, learn and play! It’s the Amazing Athletes way! Learn about a variety of sports, fitness and movement-based activities designed to support growth and development.

This event is full

mySummer: Junk Robots with Craftsman & Apprentice

Wed, Jun 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink York Street

Use scrap wood, junk and tools to build the most awesome robot buddy. Imagine the robot’s job, then design all the parts and pieces.

This event is full

mySummer: - Choose-Your-Own Sensory Adventure

Wed, Jun 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Follow different trails around the outside of library and stop to smell the roses, feel rabbit fur, listen to whale sounds or walk through water. Each path takes you on a different sensory adventure.

This event is full

mySummer: Minecraft Adventure

Wed, Jun 14, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Anythink Brighton

Watch out, Minecraft adventurers!

This event is full

Kids Café - Cafetería Juvenil

Wed, Jun 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink Huron Street

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 18 and under, until supplies run out.

Kids Café - Café Infantil

Wed, Jun 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 18 and under, while supplies last. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: I Spy Bottles

Wed, Jun 14, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Anythink in Motion/Bookmobile

Build a shake and search activity that is great for quiet moments of discovery or when a little calm is needed.

mySummer: Meet a Mermaid Water Play Day

Wed, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

We've invited some magical guests straight from the sea for a wet and wild afternoon in the backyard! Don't forget your towel! All ages are welcome. No advanced registration necessary

mySummer: - Choose-Your-Own Sensory Adventure

Wed, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Follow different trails around the outside of library and stop to smell the roses, feel rabbit fur, listen to whale sounds or walk through water. Each path takes you on a different sensory adventure.

mySummer: I Spy Bottles

Wed, Jun 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Anythink in Motion/Bookmobile

Build a shake and search activity that is great for quiet moments of discovery or when a little calm is needed.

Kids Café - CAFÉ INFANTIL

Wed, Jun 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Brighton

Join us for a drop-in snack program sponsored by The Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and under welcome. No advanced registration necessary.

Canceled

mySummer: Denver Extreme Game Truck

Wed, Jun 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Anythink Brighton

Play games with Denver Extreme Game Truck!

mySummer: Caricature Witness

Wed, Jun 14, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Anythink Huron Street

Join experienced artist, Stan Yan, for a hands-on drawing workshop to learn to draw fast and funny caricature portraits.

This event is full

mySummer: Wild Senses (Sentidos salvajes)

Thu, Jun 15, 9:00am - 9:45am

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Large Meeting Room

A natural wonderland awaits as children take on animal behaviors to experience the natural world around them.

This event is full

mySummer: miniThinkers

Thu, Jun 15, 9:30am - 11:30am

Anythink Brighton

Attend special programs intended for the youngest Anythinkers — miniThinkers! Practice early literacy skills by playing, singing, talking and writing. Appropriate for ages birth to 5.

mySummer: Junk Robots with Craftsman & Apprentice - mySummer: Robots de chatarra con Craftsman & Apprentice

Thu, Jun 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Use scrap wood, junk and tools to build the most awesome robot buddy. Imagine the robot’s job, then design all the parts and pieces. Appropriate for ages 6 to 12.

Author Inspirations with Jamie Beck (Virtual)

Thu, Jun 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual

Join us in conversation with award-winning photographer Jamie Beck.

Kids Café - Café Infantil

Thu, Jun 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 18 and under, while supplies last. No advanced registration necessary.

Cooking for Kids (Cocina para niños)

Thu, Jun 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room A

Join us for a fun cooking program with Sticky Fingers Cooking.

This event is full

mySummer: DJI RoboMaster - Base Capture

Thu, Jun 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

The Studio at Anythink Wright Farms

Use DJI RoboMasters to play a friendly round of laser tag while capturing the opponent’s base. Last team standing wins! Appropriate for tweens and teens. Space is limited; registration required.

This event is full

mySummer: Checkmates Chess Club - Practice & Play

Thu, Jun 15, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Join us to learn and play the classic strategy game chess! Thursday practice & play sessions are drop-in for players of all ages and skill levels to enjoy social games and practice.

mySummer: I can put the drama in “Dramatic Play”

Thu, Jun 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Anythink Brighton

Engage in dramatic play with collage puppets during this interactive workshop led by Patti Smithsonian.

This event is full

Kids Café - CAFÉ INFANTIL

Thu, Jun 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Brighton

Join us for a drop-in snack program sponsored by The Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and under welcome. No advanced registration necessary.

Snacks and Spells: Saltmarsh

Thu, Jun 15, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

Join us for a beginner friendly game of Dungeons and Dragons

mySummer: Playwriting Workshop

Thu, Jun 15, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Anythink Huron Street

In this three-part series, learn the nuts and bolts of playwriting, write your own 10-minute play, and see it performed in a staged reading by professional actors.

mySummer: Pretend League

Fri, Jun 16, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Come play pretend at the library! Dramatic play is an integral part of a child's social, emotional and cognitive development.

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Fitness Friday

Fri, Jun 16, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Meeting Room A

Get moving! Join in beginner-friendly sessions of different workouts, from capoeira to yoga.

mySummer: Friday Fun Days in the Sun - mySummer: Viernes divertidos al sol

Fri, Jun 16, 10:00am - 4:30pm

Anythink Perl Mack

Stop by each week to frolic and play in the Colorado sunshine on the library lawn. Enjoy games and activities with family and friends in our outdoor library spaces.

mySummer: Kids' Music & Creative Movement with Elisa Garcia - Música y movimiento creativo para niños con Elisa Garcia

Fri, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Anythink Perl Mack

Celebrate the music of Latin America with Uruguayan singer/guitarist Elisa Garcia as we move, dance, craft, play and explore using our imagination in this Spanish language program.

This event is full

Kids Café - Café Infantil

Fri, Jun 16, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 18 and under, while supplies last. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: miniThinkers with Amazing Athletes

Fri, Jun 16, 12:15pm - 12:45pm

Anythink York Street

Move, explore, learn and play! It’s the Amazing Athletes way! Learn about a variety of sports, fitness and movement-based activities designed to support growth and development.

mySummer: miniThinkers with Amazing Athletes

Fri, Jun 16, 12:45pm - 1:15pm

Anythink York Street

Move, explore, learn and play! It’s the Amazing Athletes way! Learn about a variety of sports, fitness and movement-based activities designed to support growth and development.

Pop-Up Studio at Anythink Commerce City - Pop-Up Studio en Anythink Commerce City

Fri, Jun 16, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

The Studio at Anythink is guided by the philosophy that customers of all ages thrive when they discover and follow their passions, collaborate with others, and become creators.

mySummer: Find Your Spark - Friday Night Magic

Fri, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

Come learn how to play Magic the Gathering and build your own deck with cards donated by Advantage Games and MagiKids.

mySummer: Table Tennis Demo and Workshop

Fri, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Experience the Olympic sport of table tennis! Watch a demonstration, get tips and tricks to up your game, then compete in a fun group competition.

mySummer: miniThinkers

Sat, Jun 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Attend special programs intended for the youngest Anythinkers —miniThinkers! Practice early literacy skills by playing, singing, talking and writing. Appropriate for ages birth to 5.

mySummer: Ninja Warriors Unite - mySummer: Guerreros ninja unidos

Sat, Jun 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink Perl Mack

Challenge yourself on the Ninja Warrior Obstacle Course with Ninja Nation and cheer on other participants. Improve strength, confidence, balance and body control while having fun.

Drop-In Tech Help - Ayuda técnica inmediata

Sat, Jun 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Commerce City

Drop in for one-on-one help with any tech device and pick up some tips and troubleshooting support. Assistance is offered on a first come, first served basis. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: I Spy Bottles

Sat, Jun 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Anythink in Motion/Bookmobile

Build a shake and search activity that is great for quiet moments of discovery or when a little calm is needed.

Busy Lives Book Club

Sat, Jun 17, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Anythink Huron Street

Join us for a discussion of this month’s under 200-page book, “The Fake” by Zoe Whittall, or come for snacks, refreshments and camaraderie in preparation for next month’s read.

mySummer: Epoxied Memories

Sat, Jun 17, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Bring your own photos, cards, letters or newspaper clippings, or use the ones provided to create layered epoxy collages.

This event is full

mySummer: Denver Extreme Game Truck

Sat, Jun 17, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Wright Farms - Parking lot

Enter the world of extreme gaming inside a trailer decked out with all the latest games, music, laser lighting and custom game controllers.

mySummer: Artemis Spaceship Simulator

Sat, Jun 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink York Street

Join us to play a cooperative spaceship simulator game. Become a member of the bridge crew and work together during one hour of gameplay to defend the sector from enemy forces.

This event is full

mySummer: Artemis Spaceship Simulator

Sat, Jun 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink York Street

Join us to play a cooperative spaceship simulator game. Become a member of the bridge crew and work together during one hour of gameplay to defend the sector from enemy forces.

mySummer: Table Tennis Exhibition and Workshop

Sat, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Large Meeting Room

Experience the Olympic sport of table tennis! Watch a demonstration, get tips and tricks to up your game, then compete in a fun group competition.

mySummer: Artemis Spaceship Simulator

Sat, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Anythink York Street

Join us to play a cooperative spaceship simulator game. Become a member of the bridge crew and work together during one hour of gameplay to defend the sector from enemy forces.

mySummer: Interactive Performance and Q&A - with the Colorado Symphony

Sat, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Anythink Perl Mack

Enjoy an intimate, interactive performance by a Colorado Symphony quartet, followed by a Q&A with the musicians. Appropriate for adults. Space is limited; registration required.

Prepare to Art!: Artist Meetup with CCAL

Sat, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Join the Artists of Corridor Creative Arts League and Chris Imhoff for this informative presentation about scientific illustration.

mySummer: Artemis Spaceship Simulator

Sat, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink York Street

Join us to play a cooperative spaceship simulator game. Become a member of the bridge crew and work together during one hour of gameplay to defend the sector from enemy forces.

mySummer: I Spy Bottles

Sat, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Anythink in Motion/Bookmobile

Build a shake and search activity that is great for quiet moments of discovery or when a little calm is needed.

mySummer: Denver Extreme Game Truck

Sat, Jun 17, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Parking Lot - The ones next to the dumpsters

Enter the world of extreme gaming.

mySummer: Artemis Spaceship Simulator

Sat, Jun 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Anythink York Street

Join us to play a cooperative spaceship simulator game. Become a member of the bridge crew and work together during one hour of gameplay to defend the sector from enemy forces.

This event is full

Baby Bounce

Tue, Jun 20, 9:00am - 9:30am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

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

Hora de cuentos en español (Spanish Storytime)

Tue, Jun 20, 9:00am - 9:30am

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

¡Traiga un peluche favorito y disfrute de historias, canciones y rimas en español! Apropiado para edades 3 a 5. No es necesario registrarse por adelantado.

Healthy Farmers Markets

Tue, Jun 20, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink Huron Street

Hosted in conjunction with City of Thornton, Adams County Health Department, American Heart Association and East Denver Food Hub, Anythink hosts a weekly farmers market.

Wright Farms Morning Larks Book Club

Tue, Jun 20, 9:30am - 11:00am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Meeting Room A

Join us for a lively discussion of “Lessons in Chemistry” by Bonnie Garmus. Our morning book club meets on the third Tuesday of each month. Appropriate for adults. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Build a Board Game with Pop Culture Classroom

Tue, Jun 20, 9:30am - 11:30am

The Studio at Anythink Wright Farms

Work as a team to design and create a board game. Use a variety of tools and materials (including laser cutters) to turn your concept into reality. Appropriate for ages 8 to 12.

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Canceled

Baby Bounce

Tue, Jun 20, 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. Space is limited; registration required.

mySummer: Fairy Golf Course Design

Tue, Jun 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Meeting Room B

Build a hole for the miniest of mini golf – fairy golf! Design your miniature creation using a variety of craft supplies.

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mySummer: miniThinkers with Da Vinci Adventures - (miniThinkers con Da Vinci Adventures)

Tue, Jun 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room A

Explore the states of matter, and learn about friendship and kindness with Da Vinci Adventures. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. Space is limited; registration required.

Music & Movement

Tue, Jun 20, 10:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Sing, dance, play basic instruments and move. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. No advanced registration necessary.

Music & Movement

Tue, Jun 20, 10:45am - 11:15am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Sing, dance, play basic instruments and move. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Puzzles & Pets with Backyard Barnyard - mySummer: Rompecabezas y mascotas con Backyard Barnyard

Tue, Jun 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink Perl Mack

Challenge yourself and your team to complete a puzzle while visiting a group of adorable rabbits and guinea pigs from Backyard Barnyard.

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mySummer: - miniThinkers

Tue, Jun 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Attend special programs intended for the youngest Anythinkers —miniThinkers! Practice early literacy skills by playing, singing, talking and writing. Appropriate for ages birth to 5.

Rainbow Scratch Art - Arte de rascado en los colores del arcoíris

Tue, Jun 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Programming Space

Create art with scratch paper.

Kids Café - Café Infantil

Tue, Jun 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 18 and under, while supplies last. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Fairy Golf Course Design

Tue, Jun 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Brighton

Build a hole for the miniest of mini golf – fairy golf! Design your miniature creation using a variety of craft supplies.

Kids Café - CAFÉ INFANTIL

Tue, Jun 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Brighton

Join us for a drop-in snack program sponsored by The Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and under welcome. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Challenge Your Brain Trivia Game

Tue, Jun 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Join us for a trivia game just for kids and compete as a team to win prizes! Appropriate for ages 7 to 12. Space is limited; registration required.

mySummer: Toy Factory

Tue, Jun 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Meeting Room A

Join us for playful making sessions all summer long. Appropriate for ages 6 to 12. Space is limited; registration required.

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Laser Cutting 101 - Plant Labels

Tue, Jun 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

The Studio at Anythink Wright Farms

Learn the basics of Glowforge, a 3D laser cutter and engraver. Customize a bamboo plant label. Appropriate for all ages with little-to-no experience with Glowforge.

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TBR Book Club

Tue, Jun 20, 5:15pm - 6:45pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room B

There are so many books on our “to be read” pile that we’ve never got around to or had the motivation to read. Now is your chance!

Baby Bounce

Wed, Jun 21, 9:00am - 9:30am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

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

mySummer: Build a Board Game with Pop Culture Classroom

Wed, Jun 21, 9:30am - 11:30am

The Studio at Anythink Wright Farms

Work as a team to design and create a board game. Use a variety of tools and materials (including laser cutters) to turn your concept into reality. Appropriate for ages 8 to 12.

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Brighton Book Lovers

Wed, Jun 21, 10:00am - 11:30am

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Meeting Room B

Join us to discuss “Say Nothing: A True Story of Murder and Memory in Northern Ireland” by Patrick Radden Keefe.

mySummer: Backyard Storytime

Wed, Jun 21, 10:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Bring a blanket and head to our backyard for stories, songs and surprises. Appropriate for ages 2 to 8. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Latin Groove (Ritmo Latino)

Wed, Jun 21, 10:00am - 10:45am

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Large Meeting Room

Groove to some Latin tunes with Elisa Garcia. Practice moves from Zumba, salsa, cha cha cha, bachata, merengue, and samba. No partner needed.

mySummer: miniThinkers

Wed, Jun 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Anythink Perl Mack

Attend special programs intended for the youngest Anythinkers —miniThinkers! Practice early literacy skills by playing, singing, talking and writing. Appropriate for ages birth to 5.

mySummer: miniThinkers with Da Vinci Adventures - mySummer: miniThinkers con Da Vinci Adventures

Wed, Jun 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Anythink Commerce City

Explore the states of matter, and learn about friendship and kindness with Da Vinci Adventures. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. Space is limited; registration required.

mySummer: Bon Dance with Japan America Society of Colorado

Wed, Jun 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink York Street

Celebrate the season of summer festivals in Japan! Learn the traditional Bon Odori, or Bon Dance, and participate in favorite festival games.

mySummer: - DIY Modern Art Steady Hand Game

Wed, Jun 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Can you move the ring around the wire shape without hearing a buzz? Design and make your own steady-hand wire game using simple materials like copper wire, batteries and electrical tape.

Kids Café - Cafetería Juvenil

Wed, Jun 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink Huron Street

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 18 and under, until supplies run out.

Kids Café - Café Infantil

Wed, Jun 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 18 and under, while supplies last. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Fairy Tale Self-Portraits with Arvada Center

Wed, Jun 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Meeting Room A

Create a self-portrait straight from the pages of a storybook! Use fairy tale elements like magic wands, wings and pointy ears to paint yourself as a fantasy character. Appropriate for ages 6 to 12.

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mySummer: Splatter Paint Art Play

Wed, Jun 21, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Anythink Brighton

Play with paint!

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mySummer: - DIY Modern Art Steady Hand Game

Wed, Jun 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Can you move the ring around the wire shape without hearing a buzz? Design and make your own steady-hand wire game using simple materials like copper wire, batteries and electrical tape.

mySummer: Splatter Paint Art Play

Wed, Jun 21, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Anythink Brighton

Play with paint!

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Kids Café - CAFÉ INFANTIL

Wed, Jun 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Brighton

Join us for a drop-in snack program sponsored by The Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and under welcome. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Mocktails and Board Games

Wed, Jun 21, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Anythink Huron Street

Drop in for an old-fashioned game night and some non-alcoholic cocktails.

Storytime (Hora de cuentos)

Thu, Jun 22, 9:00am - 9:30am

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and other fun activities that are perfect for preschoolers. Appropriate for ages 3 to 5. No advanced registration necessary.

Healthy Farmers Markets

Thu, Jun 22, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms

Hosted in conjunction with City of Thornton, Adams County Health Department, American Heart Association and East Denver Food Hub, Anythink hosts a weekly farmers market.

mySummer: Build a Board Game with Pop Culture Classroom

Thu, Jun 22, 9:30am - 11:30am

The Studio at Anythink Wright Farms

Work as a team to design and create a board game. Use a variety of tools and materials (including laser cutters) to turn your concept into reality. Appropriate for ages 8 to 12.

This event is full

mySummer: miniThinkers with Da Vinci Adventures

Thu, Jun 22, 9:30am - 10:15am

Anythink Brighton

Explore the states of matter, and learn about friendship and kindness with Da Vinci Adventures. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. Space is limited; registration required.

mySummer: miniThinkers with Da Vinci Adventures

Thu, Jun 22, 10:30am - 11:15am

Anythink Brighton

Explore the states of matter, and learn about friendship and kindness with Da Vinci Adventures. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. Space is limited; registration required.

mySummer: miniThinkers

Thu, Jun 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Anythink York Street

Attend special programs intended for the youngest Anythinkers —miniThinkers! Practice early literacy skills by playing, singing, talking and writing.

mySummer: - Minecraft Adventure

Thu, Jun 22, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Anythink Bennett

Watch out, Minecraft adventurers! Mean, green and fast creepers are on the loose throughout the land.

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Kids Café - Café Infantil

Thu, Jun 22, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 18 and under, while supplies last. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Checkmates Chess Club - Practice & Play

Thu, Jun 22, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Join us to learn and play the classic strategy game chess! Thursday practice & play sessions are drop-in for players of all ages and skill levels to enjoy social games and practice.

mySummer: Escape Room Game - The Little Girl

Thu, Jun 22, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Anythink York Street

The clock is ticking; you have 60 minutes to escape. Enjoy the mystery of an escape room in a box. Work together in a team of 2 players to solve puzzles.

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mySummer: Escape Room Game - Snake Bite

Thu, Jun 22, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Anythink York Street

The clock is ticking; you have 60 minutes to escape. Enjoy the mystery of an escape room in a box. Work together in a team of 2 to 6 players to solve puzzles.

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mySummer: Escape Room Game - Magic Monkey

Thu, Jun 22, 2:40pm - 3:40pm

Anythink York Street

The clock is ticking; you have 60 minutes to escape. Enjoy the mystery of an escape room in a box. Work together in a team of 2 to 6 players to solve puzzles.

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Kids Café - CAFÉ INFANTIL

Thu, Jun 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Brighton

Join us for a drop-in snack program sponsored by The Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and under welcome. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Escape Room Game - House by the Lake

Thu, Jun 22, 3:45pm - 4:45pm

Anythink York Street

The clock is ticking; you have 60 minutes to escape. Enjoy the mystery of an escape room in a box. Work together in a team of 2 players to solve puzzles.

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mySummer: Escape Room Game - Magic Monkey

Thu, Jun 22, 3:55pm - 4:55pm

Anythink York Street

The clock is ticking; you have 60 minutes to escape. Enjoy the mystery of an escape room in a box. Work together in a team of 2 to 6 players to solve puzzles.

Snacks and Spells: Candlekeep

Thu, Jun 22, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

Join us for snacks at a beginner friendly game of Dungeons and Dragons.

mySummer: Escape Room Game - Snake Bite

Thu, Jun 22, 4:10pm - 5:10pm

Anythink York Street

The clock is ticking; you have 60 minutes to escape. Enjoy the mystery of an escape room in a box. Work together in a team of 2 to 6 players to solve puzzles.

mySummer: Playwriting Workshop

Thu, Jun 22, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Anythink Huron Street

In this three-part series, learn the nuts and bolts of playwriting, write your own 10-minute play, and see it performed in a staged reading by professional actors.

mySummer: Friday Fun Days in the Sun - mySummer: Viernes divertidos al sol

Fri, Jun 23, 10:00am - 4:30pm

Anythink Perl Mack

Stop by each week to frolic and play in the Colorado sunshine on the library lawn. Enjoy games and activities with family and friends in our outdoor library spaces.

mySummer: Capture The Flag Crew

Fri, Jun 23, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Wright Farms - Backyard

Join us in the backyard for friendly games of capture the flag. Appropriate for ages 5 to 12. Space is limited; registration required.

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Spanish Story Time - Hora del cuento en español

Fri, Jun 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Anythink Perl Mack

Enjoy an hour outdoors for stories, songs, social play and fun activities in Spanish. Appropriate for all skill levels ages 2 to 6. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Pop-up Waterpark

Fri, Jun 23, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Anythink Bennett

Join us for a day of fun in the sun with a large inflatable slip and slide and other water activities. Appropriate for ages 12 to 18. No advanced registration necessary.

Book Club

Fri, Jun 23, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Meet to discuss the book, “The Hidden Life of Tudor Women” by Elizabeth Norton. Appropriate for adults. No advanced registration necessary.

Homeschool Hangout - Custom Window Cling

Fri, Jun 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

The Studio at Anythink Wright Farms

Use the Digital Heat FX to make a custom window cling. Appropriate for tweens and teens. Space is limited; registration required.

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Kids Café - Café Infantil

Fri, Jun 23, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 18 and under, while supplies last. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Play with Amazing Athletes

Fri, Jun 23, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Anythink York Street

Move, explore, learn and play! It’s the Amazing Athletes way! Learn the fundamentals of different sports with a bit of friendly competition.

mySummer: Bon Dance with Japan America Society of Colorado

Fri, Jun 23, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Anythink in Motion/Bookmobile

Celebrate the season of summer festivals in Japan! Learn the traditional Bon Odori, or Bon Dance, and participate in favorite festival games.

mySummer: Let’s Play (with) Music - mySummer: Toquemos (y juguemos con la) Música

Fri, Jun 23, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Commerce City

Join us for an afternoon of fun where music and DJ T Money call the shots. Play freeze-dance and musical chairs and show us your best TikTok moves.

mySummer: Movement Workshop - Hula Hoops

Sat, Jun 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Large Meeting Room

Join us for a special workout with a little twist and shout! Using standard hula hoops, expert Ana Cruz will guide you through exercises that are both fun and effective for strengthening your core.

mySummer: miniThinkers Concert with Rocky Mountain Aardvarks

Sat, Jun 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Wright Farms - Backyard

Bring a blanket or lawn chair to our backyard and get ready to rock your socks off to the silly stylings of Rocky Mountain Aardvarks! Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Fairy Golf in the Stacks

Sat, Jun 24, 10:00am - 3:00pm

Anythink Brighton

Bring the whole family for a round of extra-mini golf. Build your own miniature putter and explore the library to find the hidden Fairy Golf Course holes. All ages welcome.

Let's Role: Morning Marauders

Sat, Jun 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Conference Room

Play a beginner-friendly session of a tabletop role-playing game

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mySummer: Victorian Parlor Games

Sat, Jun 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink Perl Mack

Get ready for a preposterously good time! Join the Molly Brown house as they present engaging activities of a bygone era with a historical look into leisure activities and games.

mySummer: Bingo for Books

Sat, Jun 24, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Anythink York Street

Play Bingo with us and win books to take home. Appropriate for all ages. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Denver Extreme Game Truck - mySummer: Camión de juego extremo de Denver

Sat, Jun 24, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Enter the world of extreme gaming inside a trailer decked out with all the latest games, music, laser lighting and custom game controllers.

Registration opens Saturday, June 10 2023 at 10:00am

mySummer: Play in the Backyard!

Sat, Jun 24, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Wright Farms Backyard

Jump, bounce, roll and dive through an inflatable obstacle course set up in the Anythink Wright Farms backyard! Appropriate for all ages. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Checkmate!

Sat, Jun 24, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Join us to make and take your own custom wooden tray creation with our experts from Board & Brush! This conversation piece will double as home décor and a checkers and chess gameboard.

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mySummer: Roll On – Dice Making

Sat, Jun 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

The Studio at Anythink Wright Farms

Create a set of dice for tabletop roleplaying games like Dungeons and Dragons.

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mySummer: Improv Workshop with 5280 Theater Company

Sat, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Large Meeting Room

Embrace the power of play and connect with new friends through improvisational comedy with 5280 Theater Company. Appropriate for ages 6 to 12. Space is limited; registration required.

mySummer: Bon Dance with Japan America Society of Colorado - mySummer: Baile Bon con Japan America Society of Colorado

Sat, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Perl Mack

Celebrate the season of summer festivals in Japan! Learn the traditional Bon Odori, or Bon Dance, and participate in favorite festival games. Appropriate for ages 6 to 12.

mySummer: Face Painting with Reagan

Sat, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room A

Learn some face painting and makeup techniques from expert prop makeup artist Reagan.

mySummer: - After Hours Silent Disco Through the Decades

Sat, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Dance your way through the decades wearing silent disco headphones. Come dressed in your favorite decade's attire and dance the night away with your friends and family.

Baby Bounce

Mon, Jun 26, 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. Space is limited; registration required.

Canceled

Music & Movement

Mon, Jun 26, 9:30am - 10:00am

Anythink Brighton

Dance and sing with friends. Appropriate for ages birth to 6. Space is limited; registration required.

mySummer: miniThinkers with Da Vinci Adventures

Mon, Jun 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Explore the states of matter, and learn about friendship and kindness with Da Vinci Adventures. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. Space is limited; registration required.

Registration opens Monday, June 12 2023 at 9:00am

Monday Morning Mindfulness

Mon, Jun 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Large Meeting Room

Join Stacey Lei Krauss for a morning meditation workshop. In this guided moving meditation, you’ll focus your attention on different parts of your body.

mySummer: What is Magic? (¿Que es la magia?)

Mon, Jun 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Large Meeting Room

Watch this magic show that gives a peek behind the curtain and reveals some magic tricks.

Registration opens Monday, June 12 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Checkmates Chess Club - Skills & Strategy

Mon, Jun 26, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Registration is now closed

mySummer: Loteria for Books - mySummer: Lotería de libros

Mon, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Meeting Room B

Play loteria.

Registration opens Monday, June 12 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: The Magic Is In You (La magia está en ti)

Mon, Jun 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room A

Here’s your chance to learn some magic tricks. Learn magic tricks to perform at home from magician Braden Carlisle.

Registration opens Monday, June 12 2023 at 9:00am

Paint with Pride

Mon, Jun 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

Admire art from queer painters and feel inspired to express whatever makes you proud through paint!

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Kids Café - CAFÉ INFANTIL

Mon, Jun 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Brighton

Join us for a drop-in snack program sponsored by The Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and under welcome. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Bored? Games!

Mon, Jun 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Kids Craft Area

Too much screen time? Drop in and play some fun games with friends and family! A variety of board and card games will be available. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Roll for Food

Mon, Jun 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Inspired by Adventures In Aardia (@adventuresinaardia)'s “Roll for Sandwich” TikToks, pair your stomach with the fate of dice rolls.

Registration opens Monday, June 12 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Loteria Card Design

Mon, Jun 26, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

The Studio at Anythink Wright Farms

Learn the basics of Adobe Illustrator by designing a Loteria card. Customers will get their design engraved on a metal card.

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Wright Farms Night Owls Book Club

Mon, Jun 26, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Meeting Room A

Join us for a lively discussion of “Lessons in Chemistry” by Bonnie Garmus. Our evening book club meets on the fourth Monday of each month. Appropriate for adults. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Lunchbox Moments with Japanese Arts Network

Mon, Jun 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Meeting Room B

Dig into the school lunches of yesterday and today with Courtney Ozaki and the Japanese Arts Network (JA-NE).

Registration opens Monday, June 12 2023 at 9:00am

Baby Bounce

Tue, Jun 27, 9:00am - 9:30am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

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

Hora de cuentos en español (Spanish Storytime)

Tue, Jun 27, 9:00am - 9:30am

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

¡Traiga un peluche favorito y disfrute de historias, canciones y rimas en español! Apropiado para edades 3 a 5. No es necesario registrarse por adelantado.

Healthy Farmers Markets

Tue, Jun 27, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink Huron Street

Hosted in conjunction with City of Thornton, Adams County Health Department, American Heart Association and East Denver Food Hub, Anythink hosts a weekly farmers market.

Canceled

Baby Bounce

Tue, Jun 27, 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. Space is limited; registration required.

Easy Woven Art

Tue, Jun 27, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Meeting Room B

Learn the ins and outs of weaving and create a unique piece of art with a simple loom. All skill levels welcome. Space is limited; registration required.

Registration opens Tuesday, June 13 2023 at 9:00am

Music & Movement

Tue, Jun 27, 10:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Sing, dance, play basic instruments and move. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: miniThinkers

Tue, Jun 27, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room A

Attend special programs intended for the youngest Anythinkers – miniThinkers! Practice early literacy skills by playing, singing, talking, and writing.

Registration opens Tuesday, June 13 2023 at 9:00am

Drop-In Tech Help

Tue, Jun 27, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Studio Space

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

Music & Movement

Tue, Jun 27, 10:45am - 11:15am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Sing, dance, play basic instruments and move. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: - miniThinkers with Da Vinci Adventures

Tue, Jun 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Explore the states of matter, and learn about friendship and kindness with Da Vinci Adventures. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. Space is limited; registration required.

Kids Café - Café Infantil

Tue, Jun 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 18 and under, while supplies last. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Play With Paint

Tue, Jun 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Have you ever painted using a flyswatter? What about a broom or spaghetti noodle? Well, now you can! Appropriate for ages 6 to 12. Space is limited; registration required.

Registration opens Tuesday, June 13 2023 at 9:00am

Rainbow Donuts

Tue, Jun 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Brighton

Yummy DIY rainbow donuts!

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mySummer: Giant Twister

Tue, Jun 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Brighton

What could be more fun than an afternoon playing a GIANT board game? Join us to play on Twister on an oversized board. Appropriate for ages 7 to 12. Space is limited; registration required.

Registration opens Tuesday, June 13 2023 at 9:00am

Kids Café - CAFÉ INFANTIL

Tue, Jun 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Brighton

Join us for a drop-in snack program sponsored by The Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and under welcome. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: 3D Design a Chess Piece

Tue, Jun 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

The Studio at Anythink Wright Farms

Create a chess piece in Tinkercad, a 3D design software, inspired by this year’s mySummer theme: Let’s Play.

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mySummer: Roll for Food

Tue, Jun 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Inspired by Adventures In Aardia (@adventuresinaardia)'s “Roll for Sandwich” TikToks, pair your stomach with the fate of dice rolls.

Registration opens Monday, June 12 2023 at 9:00am

Canceled

Teen Hangout

Tue, Jun 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Anythink Brighton

Hang out and play games.

Drop-In Tech Help - Ayuda técnica inmediata

Tue, Jun 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Drop in for one-on-one help with any tech device and pick up some tips and troubleshooting support. Assistance is offered on a first come, first served basis. No advanced registration necessary.

Baby Bounce

Wed, Jun 28, 9:00am - 9:30am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

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

mySummer: Bon Dance with - The Japan America Society of Colorado

Wed, Jun 28, 9:30am - 10:30am

Anythink Brighton

Celebrate the season of summer festivals in Japan! Learn the traditional Bon Odori, or Bon Dance, and participate in favorite festival games.

Registration opens Wednesday, June 14 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Bubble Wands

Wed, Jun 28, 9:30am - 10:30am

Anythink in Motion/Bookmobile

Create a wand to make magical bubbles.

mySummer: Backyard Storytime

Wed, Jun 28, 10:00am - 10:30am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Bring a blanket and head to our backyard for stories, songs and surprises. Appropriate for ages 2 to 8. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Latin Groove (Ritmo Latino)

Wed, Jun 28, 10:00am - 10:45am

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Large Meeting Room

Groove to some Latin tunes with Elisa Garcia. Practice moves from Zumba, salsa, cha cha cha, bachata, merengue, and samba. No partner needed.

mySummer: miniThinkers - mySummer: Los miniThinkers

Wed, Jun 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

Anythink Commerce City

Attend special programs intended for the youngest Anythinkers—miniThinkers! Practice early literacy skills by playing, singing, talking, and writing.

Toddler Time - Momento de niños pequeños

Wed, Jun 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

Anythink Perl Mack

Join us outdoors 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.

mySummer: Bubble Wands

Wed, Jun 28, 10:45am - 12:00pm

Anythink in Motion/Bookmobile

Create a wand to make magical bubbles.

mySummer: - Dino-lore: Survival Through the Triassic

Wed, Jun 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Choose a dinosaur (bony spine, long tail, giant feet, pointy horns, long neck) and attempt to get from one side of the era to the other through a challenging obstacle course.

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mySummer: Bon Dance with - The Japan America Society of Colorado

Wed, Jun 28, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Anythink Brighton

Celebrate the season of summer festivals in Japan! Learn the traditional Bon Odori, or Bon Dance, and participate in favorite festival games.

Registration opens Wednesday, June 14 2023 at 9:00am

Kids Café - Cafetería Juvenil

Wed, Jun 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink Huron Street

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 18 and under, until supplies run out.

Kids Café - Café Infantil

Wed, Jun 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 18 and under, while supplies last. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Bubble Wands

Wed, Jun 28, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Anythink in Motion/Bookmobile

Create a wand to make magical bubbles.

mySummer: Engard! - Swashbuckling with Arvada Center

Wed, Jun 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Meeting Room A

Master the art of swordplay with a choreographer from the Arvada Center! Appropriate for ages 8 to 12. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.

Registration opens Wednesday, June 14 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: - Dino-lore: Survival Through the Triassic

Wed, Jun 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Choose a dinosaur (bony spine, long tail, giant feet, pointy horns, long neck) and attempt to get from one side of the era to the other through a challenging obstacle course.

mySummer: Bubble Wands

Wed, Jun 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

New venue Anythink in Motion/Bookmobile

Create a wand to make magical bubbles.

Kids Café - CAFÉ INFANTIL

Wed, Jun 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Brighton

Join us for a drop-in snack program sponsored by The Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and under welcome. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Roll for Food

Wed, Jun 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Inspired by Adventures In Aardia (@adventuresinaardia)'s “Roll for Sandwich” TikToks, pair your stomach with the fate of dice rolls.

Registration opens Monday, June 12 2023 at 9:00am

Author Inspirations with Tananarive Due (Virtual)

Wed, Jun 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Online

Join us in conversation with Tananarive Due. In this virtual book discussion, Due will discuss her newest work, “The Wishing Pool and Other Stories,” featuring horror, science fiction and suspense.

mySummer: Family Improv Night

Wed, Jun 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Anythink York Street

Bring your family together to play guided improvisational games. Be silly, have fun and learn something about one another as you act out scenarios.

Storytime (Hora de cuentos)

Thu, Jun 29, 9:00am - 9:30am

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and other fun activities that are perfect for preschoolers. Appropriate for ages 3 to 5. No advanced registration necessary.

Healthy Farmers Markets

Thu, Jun 29, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms

Hosted in conjunction with City of Thornton, Adams County Health Department, American Heart Association and East Denver Food Hub, Anythink hosts a weekly farmers market.

mySummer: miniThinkers

Thu, Jun 29, 9:30am - 11:30am

Anythink Brighton

Attend special programs intended for the youngest Anythinkers — miniThinkers! Practice early literacy skills by playing, singing, talking and writing. Appropriate for ages birth to 5.

mySummer: miniThinkers with Da Vinci Adventures

Thu, Jun 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

Anythink York Street

Explore the states of matter, and learn about friendship and kindness with Da Vinci Adventures. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. Space is limited; registration required.

Registration opens Thursday, June 15 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Minecraft Adventure (Aventura en Minecraft)

Thu, Jun 29, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Large Meeting Room

Watch out, Minecraft adventurers! Mean, green and fast creepers are on the loose throughout the land.

Registration opens Thursday, June 15 2023 at 9:00am

Kids Café - Café Infantil

Thu, Jun 29, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink Commerce City - Commerce City Meeting Room

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 18 and under, while supplies last. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Video Game Social

Thu, Jun 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

The Studio at Anythink Wright Farms

Hang out at The Studio and play Mario Kart 8 on the Nintendo Switch. Appropriate for tweens and older. No advanced registration required.

mySummer: Checkmates Chess Club - Practice & Play

Thu, Jun 29, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Join us to learn and play the classic strategy game chess! Thursday practice & play sessions are drop-in for players of all ages and skill levels to enjoy social games and practice.

mySummer: Minecraft Adventure (Aventura en Minecraft)

Thu, Jun 29, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Large Meeting Room

Watch out, Minecraft adventurers! Mean, green and fast creepers are on the loose throughout the land.

Registration opens Thursday, June 15 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Puppy Playtime with Lifeline Puppy Rescue

Thu, Jun 29, 2:00pm - 2:05pm

Anythink Brighton

Who knows how to play better than a puppy?

Registration opens Thursday, June 15 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Puppy Playtime with Lifeline Puppy Rescue

Thu, Jun 29, 2:05pm - 2:10pm

Anythink Brighton

Who knows how to play better than a puppy?

Registration opens Thursday, June 15 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Puppy Playtime with Lifeline Puppy Rescue

Thu, Jun 29, 2:10pm - 2:15pm

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Garden Space

Who knows how to play better than a puppy?

Registration opens Thursday, June 15 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Puppy Playtime with Lifeline Puppy Rescue

Thu, Jun 29, 2:15pm - 2:20pm

Anythink Brighton

Who knows how to play better than a puppy?

Registration opens Thursday, June 15 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Puppy Playtime with Lifeline Puppy Rescue

Thu, Jun 29, 2:20pm - 2:25pm

Anythink Brighton

Who knows how to play better than a puppy?

Registration opens Thursday, June 15 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Puppy Playtime with Lifeline Puppy Rescue

Thu, Jun 29, 2:25pm - 2:30pm

Anythink Brighton

Who knows how to play better than a puppy?

Registration opens Thursday, June 15 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Puppy Playtime with Lifeline Puppy Rescue

Thu, Jun 29, 2:30pm - 2:35pm

Anythink Brighton

Who knows how to play better than a puppy?

Registration opens Thursday, June 15 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Puppy Playtime with Lifeline Puppy Rescue

Thu, Jun 29, 2:35pm - 2:40pm

Anythink Brighton

Who knows how to play better than a puppy?

Registration opens Thursday, June 15 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Puppy Playtime with Lifeline Puppy Rescue

Thu, Jun 29, 2:40pm - 2:45pm

Anythink Brighton

Who knows how to play better than a puppy?

Registration opens Thursday, June 15 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Puppy Playtime with Lifeline Puppy Rescue

Thu, Jun 29, 2:45pm - 2:50pm

Anythink Brighton

Who knows how to play better than a puppy?

Registration opens Thursday, June 15 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Puppy Playtime with Lifeline Puppy Rescue

Thu, Jun 29, 2:50pm - 2:55pm

Anythink Brighton

Who knows how to play better than a puppy?

Registration opens Thursday, June 15 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Puppy Playtime with Lifeline Puppy Rescue

Thu, Jun 29, 2:55pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Brighton

Who knows how to play better than a puppy?

Registration opens Thursday, June 15 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Puppy Playtime with Lifeline Puppy Rescue

Thu, Jun 29, 3:00pm - 3:05pm

Anythink Brighton

Who knows how to play better than a puppy?

Registration opens Thursday, June 15 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Puppy Playtime with Lifeline Puppy Rescue

Thu, Jun 29, 3:05pm - 3:10pm

Anythink Brighton

Who knows how to play better than a puppy?

Registration opens Thursday, June 15 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Puppy Playtime with Lifeline Puppy Rescue

Thu, Jun 29, 3:10pm - 3:15pm

Anythink Brighton

Who knows how to play better than a puppy?

Registration opens Thursday, June 15 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Puppy Playtime with Lifeline Puppy Rescue

Thu, Jun 29, 3:15pm - 3:20pm

Anythink Brighton

Who knows how to play better than a puppy?

Registration opens Thursday, June 15 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Puppy Playtime with Lifeline Puppy Rescue

Thu, Jun 29, 3:20pm - 3:25pm

Anythink Brighton

Who knows how to play better than a puppy?

Registration opens Thursday, June 15 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Puppy Playtime with Lifeline Puppy Rescue

Thu, Jun 29, 3:25pm - 3:30pm

Anythink Brighton

Who knows how to play better than a puppy?

Registration opens Thursday, June 15 2023 at 9:00am

Kids Café - CAFÉ INFANTIL

Thu, Jun 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Brighton

Join us for a drop-in snack program sponsored by The Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and under welcome. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Puppy Playtime with Lifeline Puppy Rescue

Thu, Jun 29, 3:30pm - 3:35pm

Anythink Brighton

Who knows how to play better than a puppy?

Registration opens Thursday, June 15 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Puppy Playtime with Lifeline Puppy Rescue

Thu, Jun 29, 3:35pm - 3:40pm

Anythink Brighton

Who knows how to play better than a puppy?

Registration opens Thursday, June 15 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Puppy Playtime with Lifeline Puppy Rescue

Thu, Jun 29, 3:40pm - 3:45pm

Anythink Brighton

Who knows how to play better than a puppy?

Registration opens Thursday, June 15 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Puppy Playtime with Lifeline Puppy Rescue

Thu, Jun 29, 3:45pm - 3:50pm

Anythink Brighton

Who knows how to play better than a puppy?

Registration opens Thursday, June 15 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Puppy Playtime with Lifeline Puppy Rescue

Thu, Jun 29, 3:50pm - 3:55pm

Anythink Brighton

Who knows how to play better than a puppy?

Registration opens Thursday, June 15 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Puppy Playtime with Lifeline Puppy Rescue

Thu, Jun 29, 3:55pm - 4:00pm

Anythink Brighton

Who knows how to play better than a puppy?

Registration opens Thursday, June 15 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Pokémon Terrariums

Thu, Jun 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Meeting Room B

Select your Pokémon and create a Poké Ball habitat with a variety of supplies. Appropriate for ages 6 to 12. Space is limited; registration required.

Registration opens Thursday, June 15 2023 at 9:00am

Snacks and Spells: Saltmarsh

Thu, Jun 29, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

Join us for a beginner friendly game of Dungeons and Dragons

mySummer: Roll for Food

Thu, Jun 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Inspired by Adventures In Aardia (@adventuresinaardia)'s “Roll for Sandwich” TikToks, pair your stomach with the fate of dice rolls.

Registration opens Monday, June 12 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Playwriting Workshop

Thu, Jun 29, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Anythink Huron Street

In this three-part series, learn the nuts and bolts of playwriting, write your own 10-minute play, and see it performed in a staged reading by professional actors.

Cricut 101 - UV Cricut Shirts

Thu, Jun 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

The Studio at Anythink Wright Farms

Learn the basics of using Cricut, a cutting machine that can cut a variety of different materials. Make a custom shirt using UV Heat Transfer Vinyl.

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Fitness Friday

Fri, Jun 30, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Meeting Room A

Get moving! Join in beginner-friendly sessions of different workouts, from capoeira to yoga.

mySummer: Friday Fun Days in the Sun - mySummer: Viernes divertidos al sol

Fri, Jun 30, 10:00am - 4:30pm

Anythink Perl Mack

Stop by each week to frolic and play in the Colorado sunshine on the library lawn. Enjoy games and activities with family and friends in our outdoor library spaces.

mySummer: Pretend League

Fri, Jun 30, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Come play pretend at the library! Dramatic play is an integral part of a child's social, emotional and cognitive development.

Registration opens Friday, June 16 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: miniThinkers with Da Vinci Adventures - mySummer: miniThinkers con Da Vinci Adventures

Fri, Jun 30, 10:30am - 11:30am

Anythink Perl Mack

Explore the states of matter, and learn about friendship and kindness with Da Vinci Adventures. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. Space is limited; registration required.

mySummer: Cryptid Hunting

Fri, Jun 30, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room

Discover how to use the scientific method to study and search for cryptid creatures like bigfoot, the mothman and more. Appropriate for ages 12 to 18. No advanced registration necessary.

Kids Café - Café Infantil

Fri, Jun 30, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink Commerce City - Commerce City Meeting Room

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 18 and under, while supplies last. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Build Your Own Putt-Putt Course - mySummer: Construya su propio campo de minigolf

Fri, Jun 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Build your very own putt-putt course made of everyday whimsical things. Appropriate for ages 6 to 10. No advanced registration required.

mySummer: Find Your Spark - Friday Night Magic

Fri, Jun 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

Come learn how to play Magic the Gathering and build your own deck with cards donated by Advantage Games and MagiKids.

mySummer: Denver Extreme Game Truck

Fri, Jun 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Thornton Community Park

Enter the world of extreme gaming inside a trailer decked out with all the latest games, music, laser lighting and custom game controllers.

Registration opens Friday, June 16 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Roll for Food

Fri, Jun 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Inspired by Adventures In Aardia (@adventuresinaardia)'s “Roll for Sandwich” TikToks, pair your stomach with the fate of dice rolls.

Registration opens Monday, June 12 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Cartoons & Cereal

Sat, Jul 01, 10:00am - 11:30am

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Meeting Room B

Enjoy cartoons and cereal

Registration opens Saturday, June 17 2023 at 9:00am

Drop-In Tech Help - AYUDA TÉCNICA INMEDIATA

Sat, Jul 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Commerce City

Drop in for one-on-one help with any tech device and pick up some tips and troubleshooting support. Assistance is offered on a first come, first served basis. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: miniThinkers with Da Vinci Adventures

Sat, Jul 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Explore the states of matter, and learn about friendship and kindness with Da Vinci Adventures. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. Space is limited; registration required.

Registration opens Saturday, June 17 2023 at 9:00am

Themed Readings Book Club

Sat, Jul 01, 10:00am - 11:30am

Anythink York Street

Anythink York Street offers a monthly morning book club with a different style

mySummer: Bubble Wands

Sat, Jul 01, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Anythink in Motion/Bookmobile

Create a wand to make magical bubbles.

mySummer: Table Tennis Exhibition and Workshop - mySummer: Exhibición y taller de tenis de mesa

Sat, Jul 01, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Experience the Olympic sport of table tennis! Watch a demonstration, get tips and tricks to up your game, then compete in a fun group competition.

Registration opens Saturday, June 17 2023 at 10:00am

mySummer: Playful Family Yoga

Sat, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Large Meeting Room

Bring the whole family for a fun and silly yoga session with Bianca Biazevich.

mySummer: Play with Your Food Summer Classics

Sat, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Anythink York Street

Learn a new recipe from our food expert, Sam Kunwar, that encourages you to embrace your individuality.

mySummer: Bubble Wands

Sat, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Anythink in Motion/Bookmobile

Create a wand to make magical bubbles.

Baby Bounce

Mon, Jul 03, 9:30am - 10:15am

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Programming Space

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

Registration opens Monday, June 19 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Grupo Tlaloc Danza Azteca (español)

Mon, Jul 03, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Large Meeting Room

Enjoy La Danza, performed by Grupo Tlaloc Danza Azteca. La Danza brings teachings and understanding of the native culture of Mexico as well as the Native American way of life.

DIY Kaleidoscope

Mon, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Meeting Room B

Create a kaleidoscope.

Registration opens Monday, June 19 2023 at 9:00am

Kids Café - CAFÉ INFANTIL

Mon, Jul 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Brighton

Join us for a drop-in snack program sponsored by The Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and under welcome. No advanced registration necessary.

Readers’ Choice Evening Book Club

Mon, Jul 03, 5:30pm - 6:45pm

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Meeting Room B

Join us to discuss "The Woman in the Window" by A.J. Finn, and vote on next month’s selection.

mySummer: miniThinkers with Two by Two Petting Zoo - mySummer: miniThinkers con Two by Two Petting Zoo

Wed, Jul 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Anythink Commerce City

Say hello to farm animals from Two by Two Petting Zoo. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. Space is limited; registration required.

Registration opens Wednesday, June 21 2023 at 10:00am

Kids Café - Cafetería Juvenil

Wed, Jul 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink Huron Street

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 18 and under, until supplies run out.

Kids Café - Café Infantil

Wed, Jul 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 18 and under, while supplies last. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Hula Hooping 101

Wed, Jul 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Large Meeting Room

Enjoy a performance by hula hooper Ana Cruz and learn several hula hooping tricks.

Registration opens Wednesday, June 21 2023 at 9:00am

Kids Café - CAFÉ INFANTIL

Wed, Jul 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Brighton

Join us for a drop-in snack program sponsored by The Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and under welcome. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Mocktails and Board Games

Wed, Jul 05, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Anythink Huron Street

Drop in for an old-fashioned game night and some non-alcoholic cocktails.

Storytime (Hora de cuentos)

Thu, Jul 06, 9:00am - 9:30am

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room A

Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and other fun activities that are perfect for preschoolers. Appropriate for ages 3 to 5. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: miniThinkers

Thu, Jul 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Anythink York Street

Attend special programs intended for the youngest Anythinkers —miniThinkers! Practice early literacy skills by playing, singing, talking and writing.

mySummer: Language of African Drumming - (El lenguaje de tambores africanos)

Thu, Jul 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room A

Learn the “alphabet” of African hand drums, forming basic sounds to create the language of drums.

Registration opens Thursday, June 22 2023 at 9:00am

Kids Café - Café Infantil

Thu, Jul 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 18 and under, while supplies last. No advanced registration necessary.

MYSUMMER: GIANT CHESS - IT’S YOUR MOVE

Thu, Jul 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Anythink Brighton

Step onto an outdoor giant chess board to learn how to play chess and practice against opponents.

Registration opens Thursday, June 22 2023 at 9:00am

Kids Café - CAFÉ INFANTIL

Thu, Jul 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Anythink Brighton

Join us for a drop-in snack program sponsored by The Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and under welcome. No advanced registration necessary.

Snacks and Spells: Candlekeep

Thu, Jul 06, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room

Join us for snacks at a beginner friendly game of Dungeons and Dragons.

mySummer: Friday Fun Days in the Sun - mySummer: Viernes divertidos al sol

Fri, Jul 07, 10:00am - 4:30pm

Anythink Perl Mack

Stop by each week to frolic and play in the Colorado sunshine on the library lawn. Enjoy games and activities with family and friends in our outdoor library spaces.

Kids Café - Café Infantil

Fri, Jul 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 18 and under, while supplies last. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Retro Video & Arcade Game Pop-Up - mySummer: Pop-Up de videojuegos y juegos de arcade retro

Fri, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Join us for all-you-can-play video and arcade games.

mySummer: Junk Robots with Craftsman & Apprentice

Fri, Jul 07, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Anythink in Motion/Bookmobile

Use scrap wood, junk and tools to build the most awesome robot buddy. Imagine the robot’s job, then design all the parts and pieces.

Registration opens Friday, June 23 2023 at 9:00am

Play with Your Food

Fri, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Large Meeting Room

Drop in anytime to join a food fight session, walk a sno-cone hamster wheel or use various foods to make a work of art. Appropriate for children ages 5 to 12 and their caregivers.

Pop-Up Studio at Anythink York Street

Fri, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Anythink York Street

The Studio at Anythink is guided by the philosophy that customers of all ages thrive when they discover and follow their passions, collaborate with others, and become creators.

mySummer: Junk Robots with Craftsman & Apprentice

Sat, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Use scrap wood, junk and tools to build the most awesome robot buddy. Imagine the robot’s job, then design all the parts and pieces. Appropriate for ages 6 to 12.

Registration opens Saturday, June 24 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Travel the Trail

Sat, Jul 08, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Meeting Room B,Brighton Studio Room,Brighton Programming Space

Pack up your wagon and get ready to travel west in search of nostalgia for some and adventure for all.

mySummer: Retro Video & Arcade Game Day! - mySummer: Día de videojuegos y juegos de Arcade retro

Sat, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Anythink Commerce City

Play a wide variety of intergenerational video and arcade games in honor of National Video Game Day! Playing is free and will be on a first-come-first serve basis. No advanced registration required.

Baby Bounce

Mon, Jul 10, 9:30am - 10:15am

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Programming Space

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

Registration opens Monday, June 26 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: miniThinkers with Two by Two Petting Zoo

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

Anythink Wright Farms - Backyard

Say hello to farm animals from Two by Two Petting Zoo. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. Space is limited; registration required.

Registration opens Monday, June 26 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: Bon Dance with Japan America Society of Colorado - (Baile Bon con Japan America Society of Colorado)

Mon, Jul 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Large Meeting Room

Celebrate the season of summer festivals in Japan! Learn the traditional Bon Odori, or Bon Dance, and participate in favorite festival games.

mySummer: Bon Dance with Japan America Society of Colorado - (Baile Bon con Japan America Society of Colorado)

Mon, Jul 10, 12:45pm - 1:45pm

Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Large Meeting Room

Celebrate the season of summer festivals in Japan! Learn the traditional Bon Odori, or Bon Dance, and participate in favorite festival games.

mySummer: Checkmates Chess Club - Skills & Strategy

Mon, Jul 10, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

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Kids Café - CAFÉ INFANTIL

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

Anythink Brighton

Join us for a drop-in snack program sponsored by The Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and under welcome. No advanced registration necessary.

mySummer: Power Play

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

Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage

Code, create and complete challenges using our Ozobots. Appropriate for ages 8 to 12. Space is limited; registration required.

Registration opens Monday, June 26 2023 at 9:00am

mySummer: History of the 20th Century through Toys

Mon, Jul 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Anythink Brighton - Brighton Meeting Room B

Get a glimpse into the past through the lens of play throughout the ages.

Registration opens Monday, June 26 2023 at 9:00am

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