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12 Anythink Library Events to Add to Your Calendar in June 2022

June 2, 2022

Anythink Libraries sure knows how to have a good time! From storytimes to cooking classes, hands-on projects to live entertainment, their event calendar is loaded with opportunities for visitors of all ages. Take a peek at all the fun to be had this June and be sure to register ahead to book your spot at these popular kid-friendly events.

For events that require advanced registration, visit the Anythink Libraries calendar at events.anythinklibraries.org/events.

Note: Events are listed in chronological order by the first event date for each series. Inclement weather may affect outdoor events so plan accordingly.


Wishful Making | Wright Farms
Thursdays, June 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, 4-5 pm ~ Registration Required

Join us for magical making sessions all summer long. Appropriate for ages 5 to 12.

  1. June 2 – Cake Decorating with My Make Studio 
  2. June 9 – Paint a Wish with Sipping n Painting Highland 
  3. June 16 –Unicorn Slime 
  4. June 23 - Sock Puppets with Katy Williams 
  5. June 30 - Ice Cream in a Bag

Backyard Storytime | Wright Farms
Mondays, June 6, 13 & 27, 10-10:30 am

Bring a blanket and head to our backyard for stories, songs and surprises. Appropriate for ages 2 to 8.


Goats at Anythink Brighton | Brighton
Wednesday, June 8, 9-11 am

Join us for a baby goat visit at the library – no kidding! Meet some of our four-legged friends from the SonFlower Ranch. Learn more about these fun creatures and goat-keeping in Brighton. This program will be held outside. Appropriate for all ages.


Daruma Dolls | Anythink in Motion
Wednesday, June 8 (King Soopers, Reunion Rec Center, Danahy Park, North Creek Farms)
Saturday, June 11 (King Soopers)

Join us for a wish-making experience inspired by the Japanese tradition of daruma dolls. Learn about this traditional custom, make a wish on your own daruma doll and keep it close so you can complete the doll when your wish comes true. All supplies are provided on a first-come basis. This program will be held outside. Visit //bit.ly/AnythinkInMotion for dates and times of bookmobile stops. 


Family Stories - Illustrate Your Story with Museo de las Americas
Saturday, June 11, 10-10:45 am ~ Registration Required

Artist Carmen Lomas Garza is known for her colorful and detailed illustrations of memorable experiences with her family and their traditions. In this workshop presented by Museo de las Americas, learn about different family traditions and create your own illustrated family stories based on your wishes and dreams. Appropriate for families and children ages 5 to 12.


To the Skies | Studio
Tuesday, June 14, 11 am-12:30 pm ~ Registration Required

Experience fearless play by taking to the skies with Parrot Mambo drones. Learn how to maneuver and rescue plastic toy soldiers while flying through an obstacle course. Appropriate for tweens and teens.


miniThinkers with Cleo Parker Robinson Dance | Brighton
Thursday, June 16, 9:30-10:15 am & 10:30-11:15 am ~ Registration Required

Join instructors from Cleo Parker Robinson Dance and learn to move to the rhythm. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6.


miniThinkers with Colorado Ballet | Wright Farms
Saturday, June 18, 10-11 am ~ Registration Required

Share your favorite animals using movement with a teaching artist from Colorado Ballet. Appropriate for ages 2 to 6.


Wishing Wind Chimes | Anythink in Motion
Wednesday, June 22 (King Soopers, Reunion Rec Center, Danahy Park, North Creek Farms)
Saturday, June 25 (King Soopers)

Join us for this magical craft as we make a wish on customizable wind chimes. Made from bells, keys, and washers, these chimes will show you how to think sustainably while reusing old supplies for beautiful new projects. All supplies are provided on a first-come basis. Program will be held outside. Visit //bit.ly/AnythinkInMotion for dates and times of bookmobile stops. 


Fairytale Storytime with Lil’ Miss Story Hour | Brighton
Saturday, June 25, 1-2 pm ~ Registration Required

Join us for a magical storytime and craft activity with a visit from Lil’ Miss Story Hour. Wear your favorite costume or come dressed as your sparkly self. Appropriate for ages 3 to 8.


Family Water Fight | Wright Farms
Saturday, June 25, 2-3 pm 

Be prepared to get soaked in the summer sun. Appropriate for children and their caregivers.


Unicorns are Real! | Huron
Thursday, June 30, 10:30-11:30 am

Make a magical memory with our enchanting live unicorns at your local Anythink. Appropriate for ages 5 to 12. Program will be held outside. 


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