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The Universe Awaits: Chasing Shadows

Exploring the Upcoming Solar Eclipses
2023-10-21 14:00:00 2023-10-21 15:30:00 America/Denver The Universe Awaits: Chasing Shadows Did you know there are two solar eclipses happening over North America within the next year? Anythink Brighton -

Saturday, October 21
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2023-10-21 14:00:00 2023-10-21 15:30:00 America/Denver The Universe Awaits: Chasing Shadows Did you know there are two solar eclipses happening over North America within the next year? Anythink Brighton -

Did you know there are two solar eclipses happening over North America within the next year?

In this program, participants will build a scale model of the Earth-Moon system to understand how eclipses happen and why. Join Fiske Planetarium to learn ways to safely observe the sun and play a matching game using the sense of touch to explore solar eclipses through time. Appropriate for tweens and teens ages 12 to 17. Space is limited; registration required.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | The Universe Awaits | STEM |

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Anythink Brighton
Phone: 303-405-3200
Hours
Mon, Nov 27 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Nov 28 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Nov 29 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Nov 30 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Dec 01 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Dec 02 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 03 Closed
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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

Baby Bounce
Thu, Nov 30, 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. Space is limited; registration required.
Storytime (Hora de cuentos)
Thu, Nov 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
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.
Hora de cuentos en español (Spanish Storytime)
Thu, Nov 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
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 inscribirse de forma anticipada.
TinkerTots - with Mad Science of Colorado
Thu, Nov 30, 10:30am - 11:15am
Anythink York Street
Preschoolers are naturally curious about the world around them. Join us for science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) activities perfect for kids.
This event is full
Homeschool Hangout
Thu, Nov 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Anythink Perl Mack
Calling all homeschool families and caregivers!
Author Inspirations with Naomi Alderman (Virtual) 
Thu, Nov 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online
Join us in conversation with Naomi Alderman.
Register
Digital Heat FX 101 - Make a Puzzle
Thu, Nov 30, 1:00pm - 7:00pm
The Studio at Anythink Wright Farms
Learn how to use the Digital Heat FX, a white toner printer used for vivid custom graphic transfers, to create your own custom-designed puzzle. Appropriate for all ages with little-to-no experience.
Kids Café - Café Infantil
Thu, Nov 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Anythink Commerce City - Commerce City Meeting Room
Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 18 and under, while supplies last. No advanced registration necessary.
LEGO Club
Thu, Nov 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage
Join us for a building challenge. Appropriate for ages 5 to 12. Space is limited; registration required.
This event is full
Gaming Club
Thu, Nov 30, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room
Play a variety of video games and competitive games with us after school. Appropriate for ages 10 and older. No advanced registration necessary.
Snacks and Spells - Ghosts of Saltmarsh
Thu, Nov 30, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Anythink Huron Street
Join us for a beginner friendly Dungeons & Dragons game at Anythink Huron Street.
NaNoWriMo Wrap with Hannah Fergesen ("The Infinite Miles")
Thu, Nov 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Anythink Huron Street
You wrote your novel, now what? Breakthrough writer and former literary agent Hannah Fergesen, author of “The Infinite Miles,” can help!
Holiday Cookie Keychains
Fri, Dec 01, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Anythink York Street - York Street Conference Room
Use the X-tool laser engraver to make holiday cookie-themed wooden keychains. Learn how to array designs and combine assets to create your own keychain.
This event is full
Kids Café - Café Infantil
Fri, Dec 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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.
Morning Yoga Flow
Sat, Dec 02, 9:15am - 10:00am
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room
Start your weekend off on a peaceful, relaxing note with this gentle yoga class by Bianca Biazevich.
Themed Readings Book Club - We offer a monthly morning book club with a different style
Sat, Dec 02, 10:00am - 11:30am
Anythink York Street
We choose a theme for the meeting; you choose the book you want to read and we will discuss our choice. This month’s theme is a book that takes place on a plane, train, or automobile.
Drop-In Tech Help - AYUDA TECNOLÓGICA INMEDIATA
Sat, Dec 02, 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.
Gentle Yoga
Sat, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Anythink Perl Mack
Practice, flow and ground in this 60-minute yoga class.
Story Time
Sat, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:15am
Anythink York Street
Explore new literary worlds with memorable characters, stories and songs. Appropriate for ages 2 to 5. No advanced registration necessary.
Canceled
Writers Workshop (Virtual)
Sat, Dec 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Anythink Bennett
Share your work and ideas with other writers and aspiring writers in this fun and supportive workshop. Learn to write better, receive feedback and be more creative.
Cookie Decorating Workshop
Sat, Dec 02, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Anythink York Street
Barclay’s Bakery will teach us how to decorate sugar cookies for the upcoming winter season. Baked cookies, sprinkles and icing will be provided for you to decorate six cookies to take home with you.
This event is full
Bookmarked Book Club
Sat, Dec 02, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Anythink Commerce City
Join us for a social gathering opportunity with adults who love to read. Discuss this month’s Bookmarked Book Club readers’ choice, “Where’d You Go, Bernadette” by Maria Semple.
Princesses and Heroes (Princesas y superhéroes)
Sat, Dec 02, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Large Meeting Room,Huron Street Kay Riddle Room
Dress up as your favorite prince, princess or superhero and join us for a magical afternoon with a couple of princesses and a friendly neighborhood hero.
Canceled
Mexican Posadas and Piñatas - Posadas y Piñatas Mexicanas
Sat, Dec 02, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Anythink Brighton
Learn about the cultural importance of posadas and make a craft to go along with it.
Frost Fest
Mon, Dec 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Anythink Wright Farms - Backyard
Bring the whole family to see real reindeer, sip hot cocoa, get festive face paintings and more at our winter festival. Appropriate for all ages. No advanced registration necessary.
Kids Café - CAFÉ INFANTIL
Mon, Dec 04, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Anythink Brighton
Join us for a drop-in snack program sponsored by The Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and under is welcome. No advanced registration necessary.
Winter Spellbinders Stories
Mon, Dec 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Anythink Brighton - Brighton Programming Space
Join us as members from the Broomfield Spellbinders tell winter-themed stories from around the world. Their stories not only entertain, but stimulate imagination, creativity and visualization skills.
Readers’ Choice Evening Book Club
Mon, Dec 04, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Anythink Brighton - Brighton Meeting Room B
Join us to discuss “Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine” by Gail Honeyman and vote on next month’s selection.
Gentle Yoga
Tue, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Anythink Perl Mack
Practice, flow and ground in this 60-minute yoga class.
Drop-In Tech Help, AM
Tue, Dec 05, 10:30am - 12:00pm
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.
AnyAbility
Tue, Dec 05, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Large Meeting Room
Gather to enjoy festive music, a seasonal snack and a white elephant gift exchange. Please bring a wrapped gift that is home-made or under $5.
This event is full
Preschool Story Time
Tue, Dec 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room
Experience stories, songs and other fun activities that promote early literacy. Appropriate for ages preschool to 6 years. No advanced registration necessary.
Music and Movement
Tue, Dec 05, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room
Sing, dance, play basic instruments and move creatively. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. No advanced registration necessary.
Kids Café - Café Infantil
Tue, Dec 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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.
Tutor Tuesdays - with Thrive Tutoring
Tue, Dec 05, 3:45pm - 5:45pm
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Conference Room
Come study at Huron Street with Thrive Tutoring
True Crime & Teatime
Tue, Dec 05, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room A
Do you have a favorite true crime story that you’re just dying to tell? Join us and share your favorite stories, resources and recommendations. Refreshments and snacks will be provided.
Author Inspirations with Victoria Aveyard (Virtual)   
Tue, Dec 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Online
Join us in conversation with Victoria Aveyard.
Register
Story Time - La hora de cuentos
Wed, Dec 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Anythink Commerce City
Join us for stories, songs and free play or a snack. Appropriate for ages birth to 5 and their caregivers. No advanced registration necessary.
Toddler Sign Language
Wed, Dec 06, 10:30am - 11:15am
Anythink York Street
Introduce your toddler to sign language and foster early communication skills. These interactive, engaging classes are appropriate for children ages 1 to 3 and their caregivers.
Kids Café - Cafetería Juvenil
Wed, Dec 06, 3:00pm - 4:45pm
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.
Chess Club
Wed, Dec 06, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Anythink York Street
Play chess with friends and improve your game. All skill levels welcome, whether you’re an absolute beginner, aspiring to be the next grandmaster or somewhere in between.
Kids Café - Café Infantil
Wed, Dec 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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.
BMoCA at Anythink Fall Artist Showcase: - Exploring Art and Culture 
Wed, Dec 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Anythink Perl Mack
Join the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art (BMoCA) in a discussion and art activity inspired by the work of local indigenous artist Chelsea Kaiah.
Storytime (Hora de cuentos)
Thu, Dec 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
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.
Show and Tell Book Club  
Thu, Dec 07, 10:00am - 11:30am
Anythink Perl Mack
Join us for a book discussion of YOUR favorite books.
Hora de cuentos en español (Spanish Storytime)
Thu, Dec 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
Pop-Up Studio at Anythink Huron Street
Thu, Dec 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room B
Use the Cricut to design and create your own stickers! Appropriate for all ages.
Kids Café - Café Infantil
Thu, Dec 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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.
Habla Conmigo Conversation Group - Habla Conmigo Grupo de Conversación
Thu, Dec 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Anythink York Street
Get to know other language learners and practice Spanish or English in an informal, conversational setting. This dropin social group is open to anyone wanting to build confidence and practice speaking
Coffee and Cards
Fri, Dec 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Anythink Bennett - Bennett Study Room
Hearts, poker, cribbage, Farkle and more! Join us as we drink coffee, eat snacks and play games the second Friday of each month. Appropriate for adults. No advanced registration necessary.
Destressing the Holidays with Puppies and Hot Cocoa
Fri, Dec 08, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the holidays and snuggle a puppy! Lifeline Puppy Rescue is back again this year with their cutest pups! Bring gifts you need wrapped and enjoy hot cocoa too.
Pop-Up Studio at Anythink York Street
Fri, Dec 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Anythink York Street - York Street Conference Room
Learn how to laser engrave objects ranging from acrylic keychains to metal tags to yo-yos! Appropriate for all ages.
Video Game Pop-Up: PlayStation 5 Edition - Pop-Up de Videojuego: Edición PlayStation 5
Fri, Dec 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Anythink Commerce City
Play a variety of video games on the brand-new PlayStation 5. Snacks and refreshments will be provided, while supplies last. Appropriate for all ages. No advanced registration necessary.
Kids Café - Café Infantil
Fri, Dec 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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.
Story Time
Sat, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:15am
Anythink York Street
Explore new literary worlds with memorable characters, stories and songs. Appropriate for ages 2 to 5. No advanced registration necessary.
Yoga in the Stacks
Sat, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room
Bennett yoga instructor Scott Noble will lead students through poses that focus on alignment, stability and flexibility. Both beginners and those with yoga experience will appreciate this class.
Rocky Mountain Ringers Performance - Actuación de Rocky Mountain Ringers
Sat, Dec 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Anythink Perl Mack
Enjoy a performance from the Rocky Mountain Ringers! Sing along and experience the art form of English handbell ringing. All ages welcome. No registration necessary.
Winter Festival at Anythink Commerce City - Festival de Invierno en Anythink Commerce City
Sat, Dec 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Anythink Commerce City
Enjoy a meet-and-greet with reindeer, live music, a giant snow globe, frosted face painting, cookies and hot cocoa, and much more all in our beautiful backyard! Appropriate for all ages.
BMoCA at Anythink Fall Artist Showcase: - Exploring Art and Culture
Sat, Dec 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Anythink Brighton
Join the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art (BMoCA) in a discussion and art activity inspired by the work of local indigenous artist Chelsea Kaiah.
Let's Role
Sat, Dec 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Conference Room
Join fellow adventurers on an exciting Dungeons & Dragons one-shot. Beginners welcome!
Author Talk with Curtis Chin
Sat, Dec 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage
Meet the author! Hear about Curtis Chin’s captivating memoir, “Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant.” Moderated by local author, journalist and blogger, Gil Asakawa.
Kids Café - CAFÉ INFANTIL
Mon, Dec 11, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Anythink Brighton
Join us for a drop-in snack program sponsored by The Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and under is welcome. No advanced registration necessary.
Cooking for Kids (Cocina para niños)
Mon, Dec 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room A
Join us for a fun cooking program with Sticky Fingers Cooking.
This event is full
Corpses and Cookies Book Club
Tue, Dec 12, 10:00am - 11:30am
Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Meeting Room A
Join us to peek behind the yellow tape and discuss some of the most burning questions about this month’s book, “The Butchering Art” by Lindsey Fitzharris.
Preschool Story Time
Tue, Dec 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Anythink Bennett
Experience stories, songs and other fun activities that promote early literacy. Appropriate for ages preschool to 6 years. No advanced registration necessary.
Music and Movement
Tue, Dec 12, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room
Sing, dance, play basic instruments and move creatively. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. No advanced registration necessary.
Author Inspirations with Stephanie Land (Virtual)   
Tue, Dec 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Online
Join us in conversation with Stephanie Land.
Register
Kids Café - Café Infantil
Tue, Dec 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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.
Tutor Tuesdays - with Thrive Tutoring
Tue, Dec 12, 3:45pm - 5:45pm
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Conference Room
Come study at Huron Street with Thrive Tutoring
Holiday & Event Cards
Tue, Dec 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room B
Create a unique holiday or event card with a cutout feature using the Cricut. Appropriate for tweens, teens and adults. Space is limited; registration required.
This event is full
Learn about Hydroponics with 4-H
Tue, Dec 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Anythink Brighton - Brighton Programming Space
Learn about plant needs and how to use a hydroponic system to grow a garden indoors. Together we will start a hydroponic garden at the library and watch it grow over the coming weeks.
Drop-In Tech Help - AYUDA TECNOLÓGICA INMEDIATA
Tue, Dec 12, 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.
Story Time - La hora de cuentos
Wed, Dec 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Anythink Commerce City
Join us for stories, songs and free play or a snack. Appropriate for ages birth to 5 and their caregivers. No advanced registration necessary.
Kids Café - Cafetería Juvenil
Wed, Dec 13, 3:00pm - 4:45pm
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.
Gaming Club
Wed, Dec 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Anythink York Street
Play video games with friends on the Nintendo Switch. Appropriate for teens and tweens. No advanced registration necessary.
Kids Café - Café Infantil
Wed, Dec 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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.
Drop-In Tech Help, PM
Wed, Dec 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Conference Room
Drop in for one-on-one help with any tech device in the evening. We’ll offer tips and troubleshooting to the best of our ability.
Huron Street Chess Club
Wed, Dec 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room
Play chess with friends and improve your game.
Holiday Carolers
Thu, Dec 14, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room
Join us and enjoy caroling with The Original Dickens Caroling quartet. Appropriate for all ages and families. No advanced registration necessary. Light refreshments will be provided.
Kids Café - Café Infantil
Thu, Dec 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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.
Hora de Cuentos en español - Spanish Story Time
Fri, Dec 15, 10:30am - 11:15am
Anythink York Street
¡Traiga un peluche favorito y disfrute de historias, canciones y rimas en español! Apropiado para edades 2 a 5. No es necesario inscribirse de forma anticipada.
Book Club
Fri, Dec 15, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room
Meet to discuss the book “River of the Gods” by Candice Millard. Appropriate for adults. No advanced registration necessary.
Pop-Up Studio at Anythink Commerce City - Pop-Up Studio en Anythink Commerce City
Fri, Dec 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Anythink Commerce City - Commerce City Meeting Room
Use the Cricut to design and create your own stickers! Appropriate for all ages. No advanced registration necessary.
Kids Café - Café Infantil
Fri, Dec 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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.
Morning Yoga Flow
Sat, Dec 16, 9:15am - 10:00am
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room B
Start your weekend off on a peaceful, relaxing note with this gentle yoga class by Bianca Biazevich.
Family Portraits with Kaela Green - (Retratos familiares con Kaela Green)
Sat, Dec 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Anythink Huron Street
Local photographer Kaela Green will take beautiful family portraits at Anythink Huron Street.
Registration opens Saturday, December 2 2023 at 9:00am
Drop-In Tech Help - AYUDA TECNOLÓGICA INMEDIATA
Sat, Dec 16, 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.
Gentle Yoga
Sat, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Anythink Perl Mack
Practice, flow and ground in this 60-minute yoga class.
Casa Cultura
Sat, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Anythink Commerce City
Join us and create a work of art ‘til your heart’s content. Art supplies and materials will be provided. Appropriate for ages 5 to 17 and their caregivers. No advanced registration necessary.
Story Time
Sat, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:15am
Anythink York Street
Explore new literary worlds with memorable characters, stories and songs. Appropriate for ages 2 to 5. No advanced registration necessary.
Busy Lives Book Club
Sat, Dec 16, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Conference Room
Join us for a discussion of this month’s title, “A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens, or prepare for the fun of next month’s read.
An Afternoon of Art with - Art Students League of Denver (ASLD)
Sat, Dec 16, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Anythink Perl Mack
Join us for an afternoon of family creativity, refreshments and community with Arts Students League of Denver (ASLD).
This event is full
Artist Meetup with CCAL
Sat, Dec 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room
Join Corridor Creative Arts League (CCAL) for an end-of-the-year celebration. Please bring a snack to share and participate in an art-based game of Jeopardy.
Kids Café - CAFÉ INFANTIL
Mon, Dec 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Anythink Brighton
Join us for a drop-in snack program sponsored by The Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and under is welcome. No advanced registration necessary.
Drop-In Tech Help, AM
Tue, Dec 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm
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 Infantil
Tue, Dec 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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.
Tutor Tuesdays - with Thrive Tutoring
Tue, Dec 19, 3:45pm - 5:45pm
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Conference Room
Come study at Huron Street with Thrive Tutoring
TBR Book Club
Tue, Dec 19, 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!
Brighton Book Lovers
Wed, Dec 20, 10:00am - 11:30am
Anythink Brighton - Brighton Large Meeting Room
Join us to discuss “The Night Watchman” by Louise Erdrich.
All Aboard with the Youth in Model Railroading Club
Wed, Dec 20, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room
Enjoy this amazing display of a LEGO model train as it travels through a wintery town and landscape.
Story Time - La hora de cuentos
Wed, Dec 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Anythink Commerce City
Join us for stories, songs and free play or a snack. Appropriate for ages birth to 5 and their caregivers. No advanced registration necessary.
Toddler Sign Language
Wed, Dec 20, 10:30am - 11:15am
Anythink York Street
Introduce your toddler to sign language and foster early communication skills. These interactive, engaging classes are appropriate for children ages 1 to 3 and their caregivers.
Kids Café - Cafetería Juvenil
Wed, Dec 20, 3:00pm - 4:45pm
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, Dec 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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.
All Aboard with the Youth in Model Railroading Club
Thu, Dec 21, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room
Enjoy this amazing display of a LEGO model train as it travels through a wintery town and landscape.
TinkerTots - with Mad Science of Colorado
Thu, Dec 21, 10:30am - 11:15am
Anythink York Street
Preschoolers are naturally curious about the world around them. Join us for science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) activities perfect for kids.
Registration opens Thursday, December 7 2023 at 9:00am
Kids Café - Café Infantil
Thu, Dec 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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.
Habla Conmigo Conversation Group - Habla Conmigo Grupo de Conversación
Thu, Dec 21, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Anythink York Street
Get to know other language learners and practice Spanish or English in an informal, conversational setting. This dropin social group is open to anyone wanting to build confidence and practice speaking
All Aboard with the Youth in Model Railroading Club
Fri, Dec 22, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room
Enjoy this amazing display of a LEGO model train as it travels through a wintery town and landscape.
Kids Café - Café Infantil
Fri, Dec 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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.
Kids Café - CAFÉ INFANTIL
Tue, Dec 26, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Anythink Brighton
Join us for a drop-in snack program sponsored by The Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and under is welcome. No advanced registration necessary.
Kids Café - Café Infantil
Tue, Dec 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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.
Tutor Tuesdays - with Thrive Tutoring
Tue, Dec 26, 3:45pm - 5:45pm
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Conference Room
Come study at Huron Street with Thrive Tutoring
Drop-In Tech Help - AYUDA TECNOLÓGICA INMEDIATA
Tue, Dec 26, 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.
Story Time - La hora de cuentos
Wed, Dec 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Anythink Commerce City
Join us for stories, songs and free play or a snack. Appropriate for ages birth to 5 and their caregivers. No advanced registration necessary.
Kids Café - CAFÉ INFANTIL
Wed, Dec 27, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Anythink Brighton
Join us for a drop-in snack program sponsored by The Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and under is welcome. No advanced registration necessary.
Kids Café - Cafetería Juvenil
Wed, Dec 27, 3:00pm - 4:45pm
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, Dec 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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.
Drop-In Tech Help, PM
Wed, Dec 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Conference Room
Drop in for one-on-one help with any tech device in the evening. We’ll offer tips and troubleshooting to the best of our ability.
Huron Street Chess Club
Wed, Dec 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room
Play chess with friends and improve your game.
Kids Café - CAFÉ INFANTIL
Thu, Dec 28, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Anythink Brighton
Join us for a drop-in snack program sponsored by The Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and under is welcome. No advanced registration necessary.
Pop-Up Studio at Anythink Bennett
Thu, Dec 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room
Learn how to laser engrave objects ranging from acrylic keychains to metal tags to yo-yos! Appropriate for all ages.
Kids Café - Café Infantil
Thu, Dec 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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.
Kids Café - Café Infantil
Fri, Dec 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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.
Noon Year's Eve (Fiesta de año nuevo)
Sat, Dec 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Large Meeting Room,Huron Street Kay Riddle Room
Celebrate the New Year a little early with us! Join in on fun experiences throughout the library and a final countdown to 2024 at noon! Appropriate for all ages. No registration required.
Pop-Up Studio at Anythink Brighton
Sat, Dec 30, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Anythink Brighton - Brighton Programming Space
Learn how to laser engrave objects ranging from acrylic keychains to metal tags to yo-yos! Appropriate for all ages.
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