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Introduction to Watercolor Painting
2023-10-21 13:00:00 2023-10-21 15:00:00 America/Denver Introduction to Watercolor Painting Learn the basics of painting with watercolors. Expert Ellen Laverdure will lead the class and show a variety of techniques to use when painting. Make a postcard-sized picture to take home. Anythink Thornton Community Center -

Saturday, October 21
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-10-21 13:00:00 2023-10-21 15:00:00 America/Denver Introduction to Watercolor Painting Learn the basics of painting with watercolors. Expert Ellen Laverdure will lead the class and show a variety of techniques to use when painting. Make a postcard-sized picture to take home. Anythink Thornton Community Center -

Learn the basics of painting with watercolors. Expert Ellen Laverdure will lead the class and show a variety of techniques to use when painting. Make a postcard-sized picture to take home.

Appropriate for adults. Space is limited; registration required. Please visit our online calendar to register.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Take & Make | Education | DIY | Crafts |

TAGS: | Watercolor | Painting | Crafts | Arts & Crafts |

Anythink Thornton Community Center
Phone: 303-405-3234
Branch manager
Jakob Seelig
Hours
Mon, Sep 16 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Sep 17 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Sep 18 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Sep 19 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Sep 20 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 21 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Sep 22 Closed
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New date Friday, September 27, 9:30am - 10:00am
Anythink Bennett
Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and other fun activities that are perfect for preschoolers. Appropriate for ages 3 to 6 years. No advanced registration necessary.
Preschool Story Time
Fri, Sep 27, 9:30am - 10:00am
Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room
Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and other fun activities that are perfect for preschoolers. Appropriate for ages 3 to 6 years. No advanced registration necessary.
Spanish Storytime - Hora del cuento en español
Fri, Sep 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Anythink Perl Mack
Come Fridays to enjoy an hour of stories, songs, crafts and fun activities in Spanish. Appropriate for all skill levels ages 2 to 6. No advanced registration necessary. 
Book Club
Fri, Sep 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room
Meet to discuss the book, "Demon Copperhead" by Barbara Kingsolver.
Entrepreneurship for Women
Fri, Sep 27, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Meeting Room A
Learn the essentials of entrepreneurship in this workshop designed especially for women.
Kids Café - Café Infantil
Fri, Sep 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Anythink Commerce City
Swing by for a free, nutritious snack while supplies last, sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Everyone 18 and younger is welcome. No advanced registration necessary.
Baila Conmigo: Latin Dance Workshop - Baila Conmigo: Taller de baile latino
Fri, Sep 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Anythink Commerce City
Learn how to salsa dance with the Colorado Ballet in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. No prior dance experience necessary. This program will be held in English and Spanish. Appropriate for families.
Morning Yoga Flow
Sat, Sep 28, 9:15am - 10:00am
Anythink Huron Street
Start your weekend off on a peaceful, relaxing note with this gentle yoga class by Bianca Biazevich.
Movement Workshop: Circus Arts
Sat, Sep 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Large Meeting Room
Have you ever wanted to join the circus? Learn the basics of circus performing and see if you have what it takes with Ana Cruz from Elevated Circus.
Poetry & Performance with Kerrie Joy - Poesía e interpretación con Kerrie Joy
Sat, Sep 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Anythink Perl Mack
Join Adams County Poet Laureate, Kerrie Joy, for a little wordplay and storytelling.
Bookmarked Book Club
Sat, Sep 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Anythink Commerce City
Join us for a social gathering opportunity with adults who love to read! Pick up this month’s readers’ choice book, “Before the Fall” by Noah Hawley at the Anythink Commerce City Library front desk.
CCAL Workshop: Quilling
Sat, Sep 28, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room
Learn about the art of quilling from artist Kit Taylor and make your own piece in this unique workshop with the Corridor Creative Arts League.
Fabric Layered Bowls with Jo Fitsell 
Sat, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Anythink Perl Mack
Create your own fabric layered bowl using interesting fabrics and special glue, guided by artist Jo Fitsell. All supplies provided. Appropriate for adults. Space is limited; registration required. 
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Make Your Own Walking Stick
Sat, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Programming Garage
Create a walking stick for your adventures. Make a hiking stick, a fantasy staff or anything else you can imagine. The choice is yours!
Nada Tostada: Clase de cocina para la juventud - Nada Tostada: Youth Cooking Class
Sat, Sep 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Anythink Commerce City
¡Prepare unas deliciosas tostadas con Sticky Fingers Cooking en honor al Mes de la Herencia Hispana! Apropiado para edades de 6 a 17 años. El espacio es limitado; se requiere registro.
Playdate
Mon, Sep 30, 9:30am - 11:30am
Anythink Brighton - Brighton Large Meeting Room
Discover, play and explore with new friends. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. No advanced registration necessary.
Aging Wisely: Managing Photos Across Devices
Mon, Sep 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Meeting Room A
Learn how to manage the photos on your computer and various devices with tech tutor, Jessica Jones, from What the Tech.
Kids Café - Cafetería Juvenil
Mon, Sep 30, 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.
Mange Book Club
Mon, Sep 30, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Anythink Brighton - Brighton Programming Space
Join a discussion about mangas.
Saltwater Jellyfish
Mon, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Anythink Brighton - Brighton Large Meeting Room
Did you know that jellyfish are NOT made of jelly and are NOT fish? Bring your curiosity to learn about these unique creatures and make your own version of jellyfish with watercolors and sea salt.
Kids Café
Mon, Sep 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Anythink Huron Street
Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out.
Bored? Games! - Noche de juegos en familia
Mon, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Anythink Wright Farms - Kids Craft Area
Ditch the screens and drop in to play fun games with friends and family! A variety of board and card games will be available. Appropriate for children ages 5 to 12 and their families.
Macramé Leaves
Mon, Sep 30, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Anythink Brighton - Brighton Large Meeting Room
Learn how to make decorative leaves using a simple knotting technique. Use your "knot" leaves to create a simple, stylish wall hanging.
This event is full
Language of Drumming
Tue, Oct 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Anythink Brighton - Brighton Large Meeting Room
Learn the “alphabet” of hand drums. Practice playing traditional rhythm patterns and learn about the use of these sounds and instruments in different cultures.
Little Learners with Lidia Kobza
Tue, Oct 01, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room
Bring your little ones to this school readiness skills workshop with our friends at Autism West Behavior Partners.
Kids Café
Tue, Oct 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Anythink Huron Street
Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out.
Papel Picado ("Punched Paper")
Tue, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room B
Make your own papel picado or "punched paper" by cutting elaborate designs into sheets of colorful tissue paper.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 17 2024 at 9:00am
True Crime & Teatime
Tue, Oct 01, 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. Light refreshments and snacks will be provided.
This event is full
Playdate
Wed, Oct 02, 9:30am - 11:30pm
Anythink Brighton
Discover, play and explore with new friends. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. No advanced registration necessary.
Kids Café
Wed, Oct 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Anythink Huron Street
Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out.
Teen Hangout
Wed, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Anythink Huron Street
Hang out, play games, and enjoy snacks with your friends in the library.
Kids Café
Thu, Oct 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Anythink Huron Street
Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out.
Snacks and Spells - Ghosts of Saltmarsh
Thu, Oct 03, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room
Join us for our beginner-friendly Dungeons & Dragons game at Anythink Huron Street.
Themed Readings Book Club
Sat, Oct 05, 10:00am - 11:30am
Anythink Thornton Community Center
Anythink York Street offers a monthly book club in a very different style. We choose a theme for the meeting; you choose the book you want to read based on the theme and everyone discusses their book.
Drop-In Tech Help - Ayuda técnica inmediata
Sat, Oct 05, 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.
Cinema and Cereal
Sat, Oct 05, 12:00pm - 2:30pm
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Conference Room
Mix and match your own perfect bowls of cereal and watch a movie.
Playdate
Mon, Oct 07, 9:30am - 11:30pm
Anythink Brighton
Discover, play and explore with new friends. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. No advanced registration necessary.
Spooky Painting
Mon, Oct 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Anythink Brighton - Brighton Meeting Room B
Add your own creepy twist to a painting.
Rhythm Stories
Mon, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Anythink Brighton - Brighton Large Meeting Room
Explore different rhythms from around the world with hands-on play with percussion instruments. Each region’s rhythmic sounds connect to all kinds of music we hear today in American culture.
Registration opens Monday, September 23 2024 at 9:00am
Kids Café
Mon, Oct 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Anythink Huron Street
Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out.
Halloween Sign Painting with Westminster Board and Brush
Mon, Oct 07, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Large Meeting Room
Paint your own Halloween-themed sign with Westminster Board and Brush. Appropriate for adults. Supplies are limited; registration required.
Registration opens Monday, September 23 2024 at 12:00pm
Readers’ Choice Evening Book Club
Mon, Oct 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Anythink Brighton - Brighton Large Meeting Room
Join us to discuss “The Midnight Library” by Matt Haig, and vote on our next book selection.
Baby Bounce
Tue, Oct 08, 9:30am - 10:15am
Anythink Brighton
Share time with your little one while engaging in songs, rhymes and stories. Appropriate for ages birth to 23 months and their caregivers. Space is limited; registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 24 2024 at 9:00am
All Abilities Mystery Morning: Mittens is Missing
Tue, Oct 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Anythink Brighton - Brighton Large Meeting Room
Ms. Catherine has an exciting new pet that lives at the library – a saber-toothed tiger named Mittens. But Mittens snuck out of the library and is MISSING! Can you help her find Mittens?
Terracotta Scarecrows
Tue, Oct 08, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room A
Create an adorable scarecrow using terracotta pots, twine, and burlap. Appropriate for adults. Supplies are limited; registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 24 2024 at 12:00pm
Kids Café
Tue, Oct 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Anythink Huron Street
Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out.
Drop-In Tech Help - Ayuda técnica inmediata
Tue, Oct 08, 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.
Playdate
Wed, Oct 09, 9:30am - 11:30pm
Anythink Brighton
Discover, play and explore with new friends. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. No advanced registration necessary.
Aging Wisely: All Things Medicare
Wed, Oct 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Anythink Wright Farms - Wright Farms Meeting Room A
The Annual Enrollment Period for Medicare begins on Oct. 15. Join Kelsey Mackley as she explains how to navigate the process.
Kids Café
Wed, Oct 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Anythink Huron Street
Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out.
Teen Hangout
Wed, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Anythink Huron Street
Hang out, play games, and enjoy snacks with your friends in the library.
Storytime - Hora de cuentos
Thu, Oct 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room A
Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and other fun activities perfect for preschoolers. Appropriate for ages 3 to 5. No advanced registration necessary.
Music and Movement - Musica y movimiento
Thu, Oct 10, 10:45am - 11:15am
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Meeting Room A
Sing, dance and play games! Appropriate for ages 3 to 6, but younger participants are welcome to attend. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to dance too! No advanced registration necessary.
Kids Café
Thu, Oct 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Anythink Huron Street
Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out.
Snacks and Spells: Candlekeep Mysteries
Thu, Oct 10, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room
Join us for our beginner-friendly Dungeons & Dragons game at Anythink Huron Street.
Baby Bounce
Tue, Oct 15, 9:30am - 10:15am
Anythink Brighton
Share time with your little one while engaging in songs, rhymes and stories. Appropriate for ages birth to 23 months and their caregivers. Space is limited; registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 1 2024 at 9:00am
Toddler Time
Tue, Oct 15, 9:30am - 10:00am
Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room
Join us for stories, songs and activities that are just right for active toddlers. Appropriate for ages 2 to 3. No advanced registration necessary.
Accessible Yoga
Tue, Oct 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Anythink Brighton - Brighton Large Meeting Room
Explore yoga with certified yoga teacher Jess King in a safe and friendly environment with seated and optional standing poses.
Little Learners with Lidia Kobza
Tue, Oct 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room
Bring your little ones to this school readiness skills workshop with our friends at Autism West Behavior Partners.
Kids Café
Tue, Oct 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Anythink Huron Street
Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out.
TBR Book Club
Tue, Oct 15, 5:15pm - 6:30pm
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Conference Room
There are so many books on our “to be read” (TBR) pile that we never get around to or have the motivation to read. Now's your chance!
Playdate
Wed, Oct 16, 9:30am - 11:30pm
Anythink Brighton
Discover, play and explore with new friends. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. No advanced registration necessary.
Brighton Book Lovers
Wed, Oct 16, 10:00am - 11:30am
Anythink Brighton - Brighton Meeting Room B
Join us to discuss "A Brilliant Night of Stars and Ice" by Rebecca Connolly.
Kids Café
Wed, Oct 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Anythink Huron Street
Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out.
Teen Hangout
Wed, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Anythink Huron Street
Hang out, play games, and enjoy snacks with your friends in the library.
Teen Advisory Board
Wed, Oct 16, 4:45pm - 6:00pm
Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room
Attend monthly meetings to take an active leadership role in planning and implementing programs and big events at the library. Use your voice to promote and advocate for youth services in Bennet.
Music & Movement
Thu, Oct 17, 9:30am - 10:00am
Anythink Bennett - Bennett Meeting Room
Sing, dance, move creatively, and play basic instruments. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6. No advanced registration necessary.
Homeschool Hangout - Grades Pre-K-6
Thu, Oct 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Anythink Brighton
Join us in this series geared especially for homeschool families. This month, science and stories collide in a fun, interactive S.T.E.M. program featuring the "coolest" thing in science — DRY ICE!
Registration opens Thursday, October 3 2024 at 9:00am
Ceme-terrariums
Thu, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room,Huron Street Conference Room
Spooky season is here! Create your own Halloween-inspired terrarium. Appropriate for adults. Supplies are limited; registration required.
Registration opens Thursday, October 3 2024 at 12:00pm
Kids Café
Thu, Oct 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Anythink Huron Street
Swing by for a free, nutritious snack sponsored by the Food Bank of the Rockies. Available for ages 5 to 18, until supplies run out.
Snacks and Spells - Ghosts of Saltmarsh
Thu, Oct 17, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Anythink Huron Street - Huron Street Kay Riddle Room
Join us for our beginner-friendly Dungeons & Dragons game at Anythink Huron Street.
After Hours Theatrical Séance - With the Rocky Mountain Paranormal Research Society
Thu, Oct 17, 6:45pm - 8:00pm
Anythink Huron Street
Come to the library after hours for a very special theatrical séance presented by the Rocky Mountain Paranormal Research Society!
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